Shanghai Disney Resort shifted down to reduced capacity on Saturday, amid a Covid surge throughout China fueled by the spread of the Omicron variant. The theme park announced its plans to “fu…
The theme park announced its plans to “further enhance” its “onsite pandemic control and prevention measures”on Friday, noting that “the majority of Shanghai Disneyland’s attractions and shows will operate at reduced capacity.
Starting on Sunday, guests will also be required to present proof of a negative Nucleic Acid Test taken within 24 hours prior to entry, wearing masks in both indoor and outdoor areas, except when dining, and strictly following social distancing requirements. Disney cast members will be required to undergo regular Covid testing, as well, with “the frequency of sanitization and disinfection throughout the resort” to be increased at the same time.
Shanghai Disney Resort encompasses Shanghai Disneyland, as well as two themed hotels , Disneytown and Wishing Star Park. News of the changes to park policy came as as array of cinemas, museums and theaters in Shanghai were also forced to close, with the city’s school system shifting on Friday to online learning. While China’s overall Covid case count remains low, the March surge has brought it to its highest level since the country’s first outbreak in 2020.
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