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Major League Soccer reportedly to resume 2020 season at Walt Disney World

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Major League Soccer is set to resume its 2020 season at Walt Disney World according to @SoccerInsider on twitter.

All 26 teams will play in a tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Walt Disney World.

There will be no spectators and the Players will stay in a “closed environment” at a Disney World Resort, according to the report.

Major League Soccer is expected to announce more details soon.

BREAKING: It appears @MLS is coming to Walt Disney World.

The MLS Players Association JUST announced they have ratified a new collective bargaining agreement and finalized “a plan to resume the 2020 season.” pic.twitter.com/7oxaw6WFBJ

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) June 3, 2020

We are still waiting on the official word that the NBA will be coming to Walt Disney World as well. Speculation is that they will start their season on July 1st.

There is no word on when the MLS will resume its season… For more information click here.

Stay tuned to more details as we get them.

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News: Universal Orlando Debuts URest Areas Where Guests Can Remove Masks

We’re reporting LIVE from the Annual Passholder preview in Universal Studios today to see how a theme park operates with all of the new health and safety features that have been put into place.

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While we were here, we learned that Universal has debuted URest Areas (similar to the “relaxation zones” Disney World mentioned in their reopening proposal).

These areas are where guests can rest while social distancing without masks. Currently, two URest locations can be found in each park.

U-Rest Sign

In Universal Studios, these stations can be found at Central Park Lagoon and at Fear Factor. In Island of Adventure, URest Areas have been set up at Port of Entry Landing and Voyage of Sinbad.

Voyage of Sinbad

While the seating inside these venues aren’t equipped with social distancing markers, signs posted around the URest Areas inform guests they are required to perform social distancing when removing their face coverings.

U-Rest Sign

We’ll continue to provide you with more updates regarding Universal Studios’ new health and safety measures, but for now, check out our stay last night at one of Universal’s newly reopened hotels!

To learn how the new virtual queue system works at Universal Studios theme parks, click here!

Are you planning a trip to Universal? Let us know in the comments below.

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The NBA Discusses Latest Possible Play Off Dates and Hotel Arrangements in Disney World

With sports still on pause, the NBA is looking to Disney World as a potential site for finishing the season.

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

Earlier this week, we reported that the NBA is set to vote on resuming their season at Disney World this Thursday, and more details have emerged in the meantime. If this happens, the games would resume at the ESPN Wide World of Sports and players would stay on Disney property, potentially at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. Let’s take a look at proposed dates and lodging arrangements for the NBA playoffs!

According to ESPN reporter Adrian Wojnarowski, the NBA is currently working on a model for what the end of the season would look like in Disney World — including dates. In talks right now, it is proposed that the resumption of the games in Orlando would begin July 31st and run through as late as October 12th.

NBA Experience

It is unclear how late summer and early fall in Disney World would be affected by the presence of the playoffs and the players. It’s possible that it would just mean the closure of one hotel and the ESPN sports complex to the public.

On the other hand, reporter Scott Gustin shared an ESPN report that suggests players may not be confined to a single resort. The report says, “Playoff teams, in order of seeding 1-16, receive first choice on picking which hotel they will stay at in the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and Disney World Resort. ”

NBA Experience Trophy

Perhaps Disney and the NBA are considering splitting the teams into different hotels, but it is as of yet unclear. We will have more details about the plan in the next few days and we’ll be sure to share as soon as the NBA and Disney announce the decision!

Click here to learn more about the potential use of Coronado Springs for the NBA!

What do you think of the new NBA news? Tell us in the comments!

Related posts:

  1. Could Walt Disney World Provide the Perfect Place for the NBA to Finish Its Season Right Now?
  2. NBA Could Resume Practices Soon And Other Important Details Discussed at Today’s Florida Orange County Task Force Meetings
  3. Disney World is the Reported Frontrunner to Host the Rest of the NBA Season

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Universal Studios Orlando reopens to passholders

Universal Studios Orlando Reopens

Universal Studios Orlando reopens to Annual Passholders today. We were lucky enough to get a time to come in and enjoy the parks after being closed since March!

Other than a line at the temperature check, crowds have been rather light at the theme park.

They have special areas where you can remove your face mask and take a little breather.

They are even selling PRIDE and Universal Studios Face Masks for guests without one.

Susan is off to Islands of Adventure first so she can visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with little to no wait!

There was hardly anyone around for Triwizard Spirit Rally!

It looks like many Annual Passholders have the same idea as Hogsmeade is quite crowded right now.

Stay tuned for the New Baby Velociraptor Introduced at Universal Studios Orlando’s Raptor Encounter!

Here is a live look at Universal Studios Orlando from the sky!

LIVE LOOK | Universal Orlando reopens to passholders

LIVE LOOK | Universal Orlando reopens to passholders. https://bit.ly/2AFlq1h

Posted by News 6 WKMG / ClickOrlando on Wednesday, June 3, 2020

Even Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis was on hand to speak about the reopening from Universal Studios Orlando!

WATCH LIVE: Press conference in Orlando

Posted by Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday, June 3, 2020

Stay tuned to more Universal Studios Orlando coverage here on Chip and Co!

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Margaritaville Resort Orlando Has Now Officially Reopened

Margaritaville Resort Orlando

We are excited to share that Margaritaville Resort Orlando, The Margaritaville Cottages and The Promenade, the destination’s retail, dining, and entertainment district have reopened. The resort’s team is eager to welcome guests back to the property and help them get away from it all with sun and sand, with the utmost emphasis placed on the safety of its guests.

As the resort reopens, guests can save on their upcoming stay with various new promotions including the “Stay In Paradise Package.” When booking an overnight stay, use the code PARADISE and receive a $50 daily resort credit, breakfast for two each day (additional breakfasts available at 50% off), two drink coupons, and kids eat free. For additional packages and ways to save, visit here.

This summer is slated to be an exciting time at Margaritaville Resort Orlando, with a variety of destination-wide experiences including:

  • Sunset Live! will be returning to The Promenade at Sunset Walk every Friday and Saturday from 6 – 10 p.m. on the Promenade Plaza Stage.
  • On Saturdays starting June 13, Classic Car Cruise-In will return to The Promenade and will begin at 5:30 p.m.
  • Starting June 14, The Promenade  Monthly Car and Truck Show will return from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and will resume the second Sunday of each month.
  • Sunset Walk Orlando will host the Independence Day Weekend Blowout Celebration – July 3-5 with a series of events across the entire destination.

For more information on these upcoming events, visit margaritavilleresortorlando.com  and sunsetwalk.com.

As the resort reopens for business, there have been adjustments made to policies and operations in order to meet the needs of guests, owners, and visitors during this time. For full details on the resort’s safety, sanitation and social distancing procedures, visit the resort’s website.

Margaritaville’s Island H2O Live! Water Park reopened to guests last month on Saturday, May 23rd.

So now is your chance to soak up some sun & fun at Margaritaville Resort Orlando!

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