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Universal Orlando to require face coverings indoors regardless of vaccination status

ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort will require face coverings at all public indoor locations for guests and team members regardless of vaccination status beginning Friday, the parks announced Wednesday.

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The new requirement includes restaurants, shops and indoor hotel public areas, Universal said in a news release.

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Face coverings will also be required at all attractions “from the moment guests enter the queue to when they exit the experience,” Universal said.

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“Based on these updates, guests are expected to bring a face covering with them for their visit,” Universal said.

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