Interesting that Universal does not require 2-year olds to wear masks. That would be another option for those with 2-year old reluctant mask-wearers.
Great info. I didn't realize that. At Legoland, mandatory mask-wearing starts at age 8. We already have 2 days of Disney tickets that now expire in September 2021, but Universal seems like a good option. Also hoping a Disney water park opens in the spring since masks can't really be worn around pools.
I haven't been prioritizing mask lessons, with so much other stuff 1-2 year old need to learn. Besides, even the World Health Organization says in bold on their website that children 5 and under should not be required to wear masks. Yes, it is safer for the community if kids ages 2 to 5 wear them, but how about the safety of the kids themselves? Maybe mask hygiene doesn't really matter after all, but even for kids that can keep them on, I see many (like my 4 year old) touching all over the front of the masks. I have heard some stories of preschoolers that do well with masks, but this is not the case for my kids.
For now, for me, it is a lot easier to keep the kids home, though I worry about them missing out on stuff. We are hopefully going camping in Florida later this month and trying 1 day at Ft. Wilderness. I know my 4 year old will be disappointed if we are that close to the Magic Kingdom but don't go to the park, but I just don't know if he can handle enough mask-wearing to make using park tickets worthwhile. Hoping the rules will be loosened, at least in regards to 5 and unders or outdoor space, by our April trip.
As for suggestions, my only real suggestions are either cancel or do a resort-only stay. You could go to Universal or Legoland with more lenient 2 year old rules, or have a lot of fun on Disney property if your child can handle small increments of mask-wearing but not enough to merit using a park ticket. Disney Springs has a lot to do, and even a couple of rides like the carousel and a little train. At that age, my oldest was content just riding the monorail. Now the Skyliner is an option too. If your child likes characters and is ok with not being able to go up and hug them, Disney has socially distant character breakfasts at the Riviera.