Universal Orlando to no longer require face masks indoors for fully vaccinated guests

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By Sarah Wilson

ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort announced Friday that it will no longer require face coverings for fully vaccinated guests starting on Saturday.

The policy change comes two weeks following the last update that vaccinated guests would no longer have to wear masks outdoors as of May 15.

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Park officials said the changes are based on guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“While we will not require proof of vaccination, we do expect our guests to comply with this revised policy and to use face coverings if they have not been vaccinated,” park officials said in a statement.

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