Disney Allows Same Sex Union Ceremonies
Way to go Disney!
Gays can now exchange vows in one of the world's most popular wedding spots — then get whisked away in Cinderella's carriage.
Walt Disney Parks & Resorts said Friday that it has "updated" its policies to allow gay and lesbian couples to buy wedding packages at Walt Disney World or Disneyland, and use all the same wedding spots previously reserved for heterosexual couples.
Ceremonies also will be allowed on Disney Cruise Line ships and other Disney facilities.
The "updated" policy stops short of declaring that gays can get married at Disney, because they can't. Same-sex marriages are not legal in Florida or California. But "commitment ceremonies" are welcome.
"Bottom line, our business is all about hospitality," said Donn Walker, spokesman for Walt Disney Parks & Resorts. "Our commitment at Disney is to welcome all guests in an inclusive environment and to make them feel respected. We think this is consistent with that long-standing policy."
For the rest of this story, please check out the Orlando Sentinel.


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