Disneyland paris closes amid coronavirus concerns
Yes, Disneyland Paris did close temporarily due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are the details:
On March 14, 2020, Disneyland Paris announced that it would be closing its doors until further notice due to the growing concerns over the spread of COVID-19. The closure was effective from March 14 to March 23, 2020.
The decision was made in consultation with the French government and health authorities, and was taken to help prevent the spread of the virus and protect the health and well-being of guests, cast members, and the local community.
During the closure, Disneyland Paris took steps to deep clean and disinfect the entire resort, including all attractions, restaurants, and hotels. The company also implemented new health and safety measures, such as increased cleaning and disinfection protocols, social distancing measures, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for cast members.
The closure was extended several times, with the resort reopening on June 17, 2020, with new health and safety measures in place. However, the resort was forced to close again in November 2020 due to a second wave of COVID-19 cases in France.
Disneyland Paris has since reopened several times, with ongoing health and safety measures in place to protect guests and cast members. The resort has also implemented a range of measures to reduce the risk of transmission, including:
- Temperature checks for all guests and cast members
- Social distancing measures, such as reduced capacity and increased spacing between attractions and restaurants
- Increased cleaning and disinfection protocols
- The use of PPE, such as masks and gloves, for cast members
- Enhanced ventilation systems
- Limited contactless payment options
It's worth noting that Disneyland Paris is not the only Disney theme park to close due to COVID-19. Disney theme parks around the world, including Disneyland in California, Disney World in Florida, and Tokyo Disney Resort, have also closed or reduced operations due to the pandemic.