Shanghai Disney Resort closes due to COVID-19

GimpYancIentMar 03, 2023

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IanDLBZFMar 03, 2023

Hong Kong's mask mandate has now been officially lifted! https://www.thestandard.com.hk/section-news/section/11/250323/To-each-their-own

IanDLBZFJan 07, 2023

Here's what those planning to visit China need to know.... https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/china-reopening-tourism-explainer-intl-hnk/index.html

HaymarketJan 07, 2023

Lunar New Year celebrations start on January 13! "With the Chinese New Year fast approaching, Shanghai Disney Resort is inviting guests to hop into the Year of the Rabbit by hosting a resort-wide celebration from January 13 through February 10, 2023. "During the spring festival event, guests will be treated to traditional festive décor with a Disney twist, delightful limited-time character greetings, Year of the Rabbit-themed food and drink, and a ton of new merchandise. "2022 is the Year of the Rabbit, so it is only fitting that Judy Hopps from Zootopia will feature prominently in the festival, especially with Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia expansion opening later this year. Judy will receive her own mosaic amongst the twelve zodiac signs in the Garden of the Twelve Friends to celebrate the occasion. ... 690565690566690567690568690569 https://tdrexplorer.com/shanghai-disneyland-lunar-new-year-guide-2023/

HaymarketJan 07, 2023

The beautifully themed Donald’s Dine ‘n Delights in Disneytown opens this month! 690555 690556 690557690558 https://dapsmagic.com/2023/01/enjoy-a-magical-reunion-with-friends-and-family-by-celebrating-the-year-of-the-rabbit-at-shanghai-disney-resort-starting-january-13-2023/[/HEADING]

IanDLBZFJan 07, 2023

In addition, as of December 23, 2022, the US Department of State issued the following travel advisory (Level 3) for Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau... Reconsider travel to the People’s Republic of China (PRC), including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and the Macau SAR, due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, arbitrary enforcement of local laws, and COVID-19-related restrictions. See specific risks and conditions in each jurisdiction below. Access to medical care, including treatment in hospitals and ambulance service, may be delayed or limited. Commercial transportation options are available. Exercise increased caution in the PRC due to wrongful detentions. The U.S. government is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and may change this guidance again quickly in response to emergent concerns. Please check back frequently for any changes.

IanDLBZFDec 31, 2022

Hong Kong and Macau (Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park), will need not only a negative test result, but proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.

HaymarketDec 30, 2022

For all of us headed to China (Universal Beijing and Shanghai Disneyland!), we'll just need a negative test result from the last 48 hours. From the State Council via SCMP.

IanDLBZFDec 30, 2022

From the desk of the CDC, anyone coming from China, Hong Kong, or Macau into the United States will need to be tested for COVID-19 at least 2 days prior to departure, regardless of vaccination status. https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2022/p1228-COVID-china.html

HaymarketDec 28, 2022

It could happen, if Beijing backs it, for stimulus. That's how it's done in East Asia; if you know, you know.

TalkToEthanDec 28, 2022

A second HK park? They haven't been filling the first...far from it actually

HaymarketDec 28, 2022

I really hope they build that second park (yes, I know about denial of the option renewal), and a Disneytown-like area. If there's a second park, I hope they'll go all-out, and avoid the initial mistakes they made with HKDL.

J4546Dec 28, 2022

theres a few very large expansion pads left in HK, a big 1 in tomorrowland where the avengers ride was gonna go, concept art for the ride looked amazing facade wise. theres also a large expansion plot where our adventureland is. and a few more. Plus the expansion plot for the 2nd park beside it but who knows if that will ever happen

OzAnDec 28, 2022

Don't know what the make-up is like now after COVID, but when I visited HKDL in 2017, I heard more guests talking in Japanese than Chinese in the park. The "English" skipper line for the Jungle Cruise had a 10 min waiting time, whilst the "Cantonese" skipper line was literal walk on. Locals were really scarce. But I consider HKDL a little gem for this reason. Despite it has less attractions, I managed to achieve more than any other park because you can go on every ride with little to no waiting, arrive at parades and firework just before they start and be in front row spots, plus fit in sit downs for breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, with plenty of shopping time. Easily one of the best days I had in a Disney park. I too scratch my head at that idea international tourist in LA wouldn't think of visiting the original Disney. If anything I feel like Disneyland is a main attraction for LA even more so than Hollywood related tourist spots, which has been poorly maintained and lost a lot of its luster. And yes percentage can be deceiving, and the same can be said for Tokyo. Despite TDR does not rely on international tourism that doesn't mean it does not have a lot of international tourist based on absolute numbers. That is good to hear as that place deserves more love. Although I have a selfish conundrum of wanting it to remain crowd-less if I ever have the chance to revisit again.