October 9th 2024.
The state of Florida is bracing for the impact of Hurricane Milton, as the storm is expected to cause closures at some of the state's most popular tourist attractions. This includes all four theme parks at the well-known Walt Disney World Resort, located just southwest of Orlando in inland Florida.
Due to Milton's projected path across central Florida, the resort has made the rare decision to close its theme parks. According to the company's website, the closing will happen in stages, with Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom closing at 1pm on Wednesday, followed by Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney Springs at 2pm. It is expected that the theme parks will remain closed on Thursday, with the possibility of Disney Springs opening later in the afternoon with limited offerings.
In terms of lodging, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and the Treehouse Villas at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa will also temporarily close at 11am on Wednesday. And Disney World is not the only popular destination expected to be affected by Hurricane Milton. As of Tuesday evening, other major attractions in the state were also announcing closures.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, which is in the potential path of the hurricane, will be closed from Tuesday through Thursday, with Howl-O-Scream events cancelled for Thursday. Universal Studios Orlando will have adjusted hours, with the parks and CityWalk closing at 2pm on Wednesday, and remaining closed on Thursday. However, this could change depending on the storm's movements. Universal's hotels will remain open, but Volcano Bay and Halloween Horror Nights events have been cancelled for both Wednesday and Thursday.
SeaWorld Orlando, Legoland Florida, and Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex are also set to be closed on Wednesday and Thursday. Limited hotel operations will continue at Legoland, while services at Kennedy Space Center will be extremely limited. In addition, many of Florida's state parks are closing ahead of the hurricane, and visitors should check the full list for updates.
For those planning to visit any tourist destinations in or near the expected path of Hurricane Milton, it is advised to check ahead for closures and refunds of previously purchased tickets. This includes not only Florida, but also potentially other southeastern states like Georgia and South Carolina. Stay safe and informed during this time.
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