# Post-COVID Theme Parks Universal Orlando Has Reopened for the First Time Since Mid-March By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-06-16 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postcovid-theme-park References: [cp24](https://www.cp24.com/news/universal-takes-first-steps-reviving-orlando-theme-park-biz-1.4969788) & [thepointsguy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/universal-orlando-reopened/) North America is getting a taste of the post-[COVID](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visible) theme park experience as the [Universal Orlando Resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-helios-grand-hotel) reopened to guests. The event marks the revival of Florida's theme park industry. Universal Orlando allowed annual pass-holders exclusive two-day access to the newly reopened facilities before welcoming other guests. To ensure the safety of all patrons, the company has introduced special measures for the post-COVID theme park experience. These include temperature checks for guests entering the site. In favor of physical distancing guidelines, Universal Orlando only allows a predetermined number of people in the park and has placed blue circles in order for visitors to maintain 6-feet distance. Employees are regularly disinfecting surfaces, especially handrails, and patrons are reminded to wear face masks and keep their distance thanks to a recording in English and Spanish that is played on a loop. Image Credit: AP Photo/ John Raoux ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [New Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/newventures) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Post-covid Theme Parks:** Opportunity to implement enhanced safety measures, such as temperature checks, physical distancing guidelines, and regular disinfection, to create a safe and enjoyable theme park experience. - **Exclusive Access for Annual Pass-holders:** Potential to create loyalty and boost revenue by offering exclusive access and benefits to annual pass-holders before opening to the general public. - **Adherence to Safety Protocols:** Importance of enforcing safety protocols, such as wearing face masks and maintaining 6-feet distance, to ensure the well-being of both employees and guests. ### Where This Applies - **Theme Park:** Implementation of post-COVID safety measures can help theme parks regain customer trust and confidence, leading to increased footfall and revenue. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels and resorts to collaborate with theme parks in implementing safety measures and offering exclusive packages, attracting visitors seeking a post-COVID travel experience. - **Entertainment:** Development of virtual reality and augmented reality experiences within theme parks to provide an immersive and contactless entertainment option for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Getaway Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-seasons-resort-orlando.md) - [Year-Round Horror-Inspired Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-horror-unleashed.md) - [Themed Immersive Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-immersive-stays-villatel-orlando-resort-announced-its-spring-opening.md) - [Americana Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-heartland.md) - [Halloween-Themed Amusement Park Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disneyland-resort.md) - [Video Game Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-nintendo-world-theme-park.md) - [Thematic Grand Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-helios-grand-hotel.md) - [Theme Park-Inspired Game Modes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-2.md) - [Mixed-Reality Theme Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixedreality-theme-park.md)