Hong Kong Disneyland to reopen later this week, new COVID-19 measures
Hong Kong Disneyland park will reopen again on Feb. 19 in line with the latest regulations and guidance from government and health authorities.
The resort will continue with health and safety measures. In addition, new measures will be implemented, including mandatory COVID-19 testing for cast members involved in operation once every 14 days, Disney announced.
“From everyone at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, we wish you good health, happiness and prosperity in the year of the Ox. Every cast member has been putting tremendous effort in preparing our park reopening. I could not be more thrilled to announce that our park will be reopened on Feb. 19, to welcome guests to experience the magic of our 15th anniversary and our new Castle of Magical Dreams. I want to give thanks for the support of our guests and the countless efforts from our cast members during this challenging time,” Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Michael Moriarty, said.
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will arrange mandatory COVID-19 testing for cast members involved in operation once every 14 days as required by the latest health and safety regulations. The new safety measure represents an additional step to promote the health and safety of all guests and cast members.
Hong Kong Disneyland was closed first on Jan. 26, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic It reopening on June 18, 2020 and again closed from July 15 through Sept. 25, 2020. It closed a third time on Dec. 2, 2020.
As required by the latest health and safety regulations, park visitors are required to scan the “LeaveHomeSafe” QR code or register their names, contact numbers, and date and time of visit before entering the premises. All visiting guests will be required to provide their names and contact numbers on the Hong Kong Disneyland Park Reservation website when reserving their visit date with valid tickets or membership cards prior to arrival. Additionally, “LeaveHomeSafe” QR codes will be displayed across the resort, such as the entrance of the park, restaurants and hotel recreation facilities.
Health and safety measures remain a priority
The resort will continue with its health and safety measures including temperature screening, the wearing of face masks, social distancing, and increased cleaning and sanitization in accordance with the latest regulations and guidance from the government and health authorities .
Similar to park operations prior to the recent closure, a five-day per week operation will remain in place, with the park closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays (except public holidays and special days designated by the resort from time to time) until further notice. Additionally, the park will control capacity as required by the government regulations. Park operations and processes for both guests and cast members will continue to be reviewed on an ongoing basis and adjusted as necessary to take into account the latest government regulations.
