As Tropical Storm Nicole approaches the east coast and other parts of Florida, theme parks have begun to announce operational adjustments for severe weather. We will continue to update as we learn more from each of the parks.
Walt Disney World Resort Updates
- Theme Parks initiated a phased closure Nov. 9, beginning at 5 p.m. and remained closed through the morning on Nov. 10. The Theme Parks and Disney Springs have since reopened Nov. 10 at noon.
- Walt Disney World Water Parks and Miniature Golf locations are temporarily closed on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022:
- Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park (Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park is currently closed for the season)
- Winter Summerland Miniature Golf (close at 7 p.m. on Nov. 9)
- Fantasia Gardens (close at 7 p.m. on Nov. 9)
- Fairways Miniature Golf (close at 7 p.m. on Nov. 9)
- The Extended Evening Hours at Magic Kingdom have been canceled for Nov. 9.
- Effective immediately, Disney will not enforce cancellation policies until further notice for dining and other experiences such as Savi’s Workshop and Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Guests with pre-paid reservations will be canceled and refunded to the original form of payment.
- Performances of Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground have been canceled for Wednesday, Nov. 9.
- Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise has been canceled for Wednesday, Nov. 9.
- Guests staying at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will be required to depart by 3 p.m. Nov. 9. Disney will coordinate with guests with reservations to help them find alternative accommodations.
- Guests staying at the Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort will be required to depart by Nov. 9, at 3 p.m. Disney will coordinate with guests with reservations to help them find alternative accommodations.
- Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyage scheduled to begin Nov. 10 will be canceled. Disney is contacting guests with reservations.
- At this time, all other Walt Disney World Resort hotels remain open.
- Disney Skyliner closes during inclement weather, and as such, will likely not be running. Alternative bus transportation will be offered to any destinations typically serviced by Disney Skyliner.
- For more information and updates, you can visit Disney World's website.
Universal Orlando Resort Updates
- Volcano Bay is closed Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. The theme parks and CityWalk will close at 5 p.m. Nov. 9 and likely have a phased and delayed reopening on Nov. 10.
- Check Universal's Twitter account or website for updates.
- For more information on the resort's severe weather policies, visit Universal's website.
- From Hurricane Ian: Guests with 1-Day Tickets dated for September 28, 29 or 30, 2022 may bring these tickets directly to the theme park entrance for park admission on another date through Oct. 7, 2022. Express products dated for Sept. 28-30, 2022 will also be accepted at participating attractions on another date through Oct. 7, 2022. Multi-Day Tickets with a start date of Sept. 22-30, 2022 will be valid for admission for any remaining days through Oct. 7, 2022. Guests can bring their tickets directly to the theme park entrance for admission. Guests who are unable to visit by Oct. 7, 2022, can exchange tickets for another date in 2022 by contacting Guest Services. For additional assistance, please email GuestServices@universalorlando.com or visit any Guest Services location.
SeaWorld Orlando Updates
- Aquatica Orlando will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. SeaWorld Orlando will close at 3 p.m. Nov. 9, and both SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica will be closed Thursday, Nov. 10 and reopen Nov. 11.
- All date-intended tickets for November 9 (at Aquatica Orlando) and November 10 (both parks) have been extended through Dec. 31, 2022.
- From Hurricane Ian: All date-specific tickets for Sept. 28-30 have been extended through Dec. 31. Annual Pass members’ guest tickets with an expiration date of Sept. 30 and Oct. 2 will be extended through Oct. 16, 2022.
Discovery Cove Updates
- From Hurricane Ian: Discovery Cove will be closed Wednesday, Sept. 28 through Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. Guests can reschedule or refund reservations booked online or from the call center. Discovery Cove will not apply any cancellation or change fees for this service.
- For any additional information, call (407) 513-4600.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Updates
- Busch Gardens will be closed Thursday, Nov. 10.
- All date-intended tickets for Nov. 10 have been extended through Dec. 31, 2022.
- From Hurricane Ian: All date-specific admission tickets have been extended through Dec. 31, 2022. Annual Pass members’ guest tickets with an expiration date of Sept. 30 and Oct. 2 will be extended through Oct. 16, 2022.
- Check the website or social media channels for updates.
LEGOLAND Florida Resort Updates
- From Hurricane Ian: Any tickets dated for Sept. 28 through Oct. 2, 2022, will automatically be extended for use through Dec. 31, 2022. Vacation stays booked during this closure will be able to be rebooked without penalty.
- For more information, visit LEGOLAND's website.
Other Florida Attractions Updates
- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 9, through Thursday, Nov. 10. Kennedy Space Center is anticipating it will reopen on Friday, Nov. 11, after a property assessment is conducted.
- Gatorland will be closed Thursday, Nov. 10 and will reopen on Nov. 11, 2022.
Other Florida Travel Updates
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) will cease commercial operations beginning at 4 p.m. EST Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, until further notice.
In light of the inclement weather happening in Florida, we’re working hard to assist all of our customers. If you have questions about closures and existing tickets or reservations, the fastest way to reach our team for help is via email at info@undercovertourist.com or through online chat (see orange chat bubble in the bottom right of the home page). You can also reach us at +18008461302.
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