On Wednesday, Universal Studios Hollywood reportedly announced that from October all their guests--anyone who's 12 and older--must produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a recent negative test before being admitted into the popular theme park.

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Reportedly, this new rule will be implemented from October 7 and will fall in line with &nbsp;the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's order, which was issued this month to curb the surge of the Delta variant in the county.&nbsp;

 
As part of the health order, Universal will also require its guests to wear mask in the park, even when they are outdoors.&nbsp;

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Universal Studios Hollywood reopened in April after being shuttered for more than a year due to the pandemic.&nbsp;Initially, only California residents were allowed entry. But, that has now changed.

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On Wednesday, Universal Studios Hollywood reportedly announced that from October all their guests--anyone who's 12 and older--must produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a recent negative test before being admitted into the popular theme park.

On Wednesday, Universal Studios Hollywood reportedly announced that from October all their guests--anyone who's 12 and older--must produce proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a recent negative test before being admitted into the popular theme park. Also read: Gladiator sequel: Director Ridley Scott confirms script is being 'written now' Reportedly, this new rule will be implemented from October 7 and will fall in line with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's order, which was issued this month to curb the surge of the Delta variant in the county. As part of the health order, Universal will also require its guests to wear mask in the park, even when they are outdoors. Also read: Britney Spears' father suspended from conservatorship: How it all started; a timeline of events Universal Studios Hollywood reopened in April after being shuttered for more than a year due to the pandemic. Initially, only California residents were allowed entry. But, that has now changed. Also read: Helena Bonham Carter coming back for ‘Enola Holmes 2’

Universal Studios Hollywood to require vaccination proof starting October

Disney World and other US&nbsp;amusement parks updated their mask policy following the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week.

Masks have been made optional in outdoor areas and pool decks at Walt Disney Inc's Disney World in Orlando, Florida, effective May 15, but are still needed for entering rides and at indoor locations, according to the guidelines posted on its website.

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Universal Orlando has also relaxed its mask policy for guests at outdoor locations. "Face coverings will remain required at all indoor locations, including restaurants, shops, and indoor hotel public areas,"&nbsp;the company said in a statement on Friday.

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SeaWorld Entertainment Inc&nbsp;said on Saturday masks will no longer be required for guests at SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Discovery Cove, Aquatica Orlando, Aquatica San Antonio, Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA for customers who are fully vaccinated.

"All park employees will be required to continue to wear face coverings,"&nbsp;a SeaWorld spokeswoman said on Saturday.

The CDC on Thursday advised that fully vaccinated people do not need to wear masks outdoors and can avoid wearing them indoors in most places.

Disney World and other US amusement parks updated their mask policy following the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week.

Disney World and other US amusement parks updated their mask policy following the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) this week. Masks have been made optional in outdoor areas and pool decks at Walt Disney Inc's Disney World in Orlando, Florida, effective May 15, but are still needed for entering rides and at indoor locations, according to the guidelines posted on its website. Also read- California's Disneyland re-opens but don't expect hugs from Mickey Mouse Universal Orlando has also relaxed its mask policy for guests at outdoor locations. "Face coverings will remain required at all indoor locations, including restaurants, shops, and indoor hotel public areas," the company said in a statement on Friday. Also read- US: Fully vaccinated people can take part in indoor, outdoor activities without mask, social distancing SeaWorld Entertainment Inc said on Saturday masks will no longer be required for guests at SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Antonio, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Discovery Cove, Aquatica Orlando, Aquatica San Antonio, Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA for customers who are fully vaccinated. "All park employees will be required to continue to wear face coverings," a SeaWorld spokeswoman said on Saturday. The CDC on Thursday advised that fully vaccinated people do not need to wear masks outdoors and can avoid wearing them indoors in most places.

Disney World and other US theme parks update mask rules

The company behind animatronics used for Hollywood blockbusters like "Free Willy," "Deep Blue Sea," and "The Abyss" is hoping its technology will transform marine parks for years to come by providing an alternative to live animals captured, bred, trained, and held in captivity. Design and engineering company Edge Innovations has been a film industry regular since the early 90s, but as moviemakers increasingly turn to computer-generated images, Edge has shifted focus to theme parks.

This robot dolphin could replace captive animals at theme parks

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