“Along with social distancing, one of the things we’re likely going to require is masks from both the cast and the guests. And I think the masks for the guests will be something that culturally is different. In Asia as you know, it’s fairly commonplace, even before covid for folks to walk around in public with masks on. That is not the case in the US. So that will be something that will be a little trying I think for some of the guests. Particularly in the hot, humid summers we intend to have”
I'm not here to argue semantics. If you want to hold out hope on that, go ahead. I personally think you'll be disappointed. The wording of this would indicate Disney wants to require masks. This is a substantial escalation from the language we've seen coming out , which has. talked about "exploring the possibilities of certain "personal protective coverings."
P.S. CEOs on these types of interviews generally never make commitments or comment on specifics unless they've come on with a definitive, planned announcement that has been prearranged with the show's producers; they don't want to make unintentional news.
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I understand why people are being asked to do it and I’ll comply for things like stores and going places locally. But the constant reminder of wearing a mask and seeing everyone else wearing one while doing something that’s supposed to be a fun vacation is definitely not what I’d consider a magical Disney experience. I hope by later this year or at least by early next year we can start to ease these kinds of things, because it’s not just Disney, but so many aspects of life that just aren’t the same if you’re doing it from behind a mask.
