A decade after outcry, SeaWorld launches orca-free park in UAE, its first venture outside the US
U.S. theme park chain SeaWorld, which has been mired in controversy in recent years over its treatment of killer whales and other marine mammals, has opened a massive new aquatic life park in the United Arab Emirates.
‘Testing fireworks on the premises:’ 5th lawsuit filed after fatal Orange County warehouse fire
The landlord of a warehouse that burned down during deadly a fireworks-sparked fire in Orange County is now filing suit against Magic In The Sky, LLC — the company storing the explosives inside the building.
2 more lawsuits filed after fatal Orange County fireworks warehouse fire
Two more lawsuits have been filed against several companies, including SeaWorld Entertainment, for a December explosion and fire at an Orange County fireworks company’s warehouse that lead to the deaths of four people and one person being severely burned.
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SeaWorld Orlando splashes down with new looks and enhancements
ORLANDO, Fla. – SeaWorld Orlando released new details on Monday about some of the new enhancements coming to the park this year. New mural at SeaWorld Orlando (Mcreynolds)When guests walk into the theme park they will notice a colorful new mural and a similar color pattern at the park‘s lighthouse. Redesigned shark encounter coming to SeaWorld Orlando (SeaWorld)SeaWorld‘s popular Shark Encounter attraction will also get a makeover. AdEdy’s Ice Cream at SeaWorld Orlando (SeaWorld)The theme park also opened an all-new Edy’s Ice Cream parlor featuring over 13 flavors. Key west area of SeaWorld Orlando (SeaWorld)SeaWorld also gave new looks to its Key West-themed area and remodeled its former Mango Joes Restaurant, which is now named Altitude Burgers.
Discovery Cove celebrates births of two Asian small-clawed otters
ORLANDO, Fla. – SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove is celebrating the birth and milestones of two Asian small-clawed otters. Officials said on Oct. 13, parents Mari and Hank welcomed the new otter pups, Emmie and Binx. According to the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Asian small-clawed otter is one of five otter species found in Asia. During the Freshwater Oasis experience at Discovery Cove guests can get the opportunity to swim side-by-side with the otters, with viewing opportunities above and below the water. Discovery Cove said the otter pups will be monitored during routine annual examinations and will receive their vaccinationsAd
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SeaWorld, Aquatica passholders get lineup of special offerings this month
ORLANDO, Fla – SeaWorld Orlando and its water park Aquatica are offering new special offerings for its annual pass members in the month of March. Pass member exclusive Seven Seas gift: Guests who visit three Fridays, beginning March 5 during the Seven Seas Food Festival, will receive a free pass member reusable silicone pint glass. Celebrate Big Bird’s Birthday: Beginning on March 20, pass members can head to Sesame Street land to celebrate Big Bird. Bronze, silver, gold, and Florida platinum pass members can get refills on soft drinks and icees on the date of purchase. Aquatica pass members can also save up to 20% on the Commerson’s dolphin close-up tour .
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Fintastic foods await at SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival
ORLANDO, Fla – SeaWorld Orlando is preparing to welcome back its popular Seven Seas Food Festival beginning Feb. 5. AdSeven Seas Food Festival map 2021 (SeaWorld Orlando)Officials are also planning to bring live concerts to Bayside Stadium. The best way to experience all the festival has to offer is by purchasing a seven seas food and beverage sampler lanyard. A 10-punch sample lanyard will cost $60 while the 15-punch sample lanyard begins at $75. The Seven Seas Food Festival runs Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through May 9.
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SeaWorld’s preschool card is back: Children 5 and under get in free
The park had been closed since mid-March to stop the spread of the coronavirus. (AP Photo/John Raoux)The preschool card is back at SeaWorld and Aquatica in Orlando, allowing children ages 5 years and younger into the theme parks for free for a year. To take advantage of the offer, you must register online for the promotion online by Feb. 3. [RELATED: Sesame Street Kids’ Weekend coming to SeaWorld Orlando]This offer is only available to Florida residents and does not include free parking, discounts, or any separately ticketed events. Families can get the same preschool card for Busch Gardens and Adventure Island as well.
SeaWorld Orlando celebrates the season with new holiday fireworks show
ORLANDO, Fla – SeaWorld Orlando is lighting up the night sky with an all-new holiday firework and fountain spectacular. Officials said on select nights, the theme park is presenting the new nighttime show, called Holiday Reflections: Fireworks and Fountains Finale. Officials have established a number of fireworks viewing spots around SeaWorld’s large central lake. Holiday Reflections: Fireworks & Fountains Finale viewing areas. SeaWorld also plans on presenting a New Year’s Eve fireworks show and is now selling tickets for people to reserve a seat.
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Mingle with flamingos: Discovery Cove introduces new experience
ORLANDO, Fla – SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove is introducing an all-new experience, the “Flamingo Mingle.”The private experience will begin at 8 a.m. each day and allow no more than eight guests the opportunity to feed and learn about the flamingos amid the tropical oasis theme park. Discovery Cove Struts Out Flamboyant “Flamingo Mingle.” Guests can safely walk and interact with flamingos in new, exclusive limited-capacity animal encounter (Discovery Cove)The experience is limited in capacity and guests must be at least 6 years old. The Flamingo Mingle starts at just $59 per person and may be added onto both the signature dolphin swim and select day resort packages. Guests are encouraged to reserve the new experience immediately on Discovery Cove’s website. Click here to learn more about Discovery Cove’s health and safety guidelines in place.
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SANTA-tized: Here is where you can get Santa photos this Christmas
With a little bit of Christmas magic, some social distancing and hand sanitizer, this year’s photo with Santa is possible. SeaWorld:SeaWorld Photos With Santa 2020Take a visit to the top of the world to meet the Arctic’s most famous resident, Santa Claus at SeaWorld’s Wild Arctic for a safe alternative to family photos with everyone’s favorite jolly guy! Icon Park Orlando:The breathtaking Christmas photos that you’ve enjoyed at the mall since 2002 have relocated to ICON Park. The Florida Mall:Florida Mall Photos With Santa 2020Lights. Face masks are required in all indoor areas of the resort and Christmas attractions and should not be removed for pictures with Santa.
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Funeral home van carrying body catches fire on I-4
ORLANDO, Fla. – A funeral home van carrying a body on I-4 caught fire Saturday. The scene unfolded on Westbound I-4 near SeaWorld just before 11 a.m. Images show the white van completely engulfed in flames with thick black smoke billowing out. Before you start to assume that the body got a direct cremation, troopers said the driver removed the body from the burning vehicle before the flames reached it. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, no one was injured during the incident.
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SeaWorld Orlando’s ‘Inside Look’ weekends returning with new experiences
Officials said Wednesday that the park is bringing back its informative behind-the-scenes experience called inside look on Nov. 7. The weekend event allows small groups of guests to hear and see firsthand what goes into providing world-class animal care from the experts who do it every day. These experiences will allow guests to talk with trainers at Dolphin Theater, Sea Lion and Otter Theater and Orca Encounter. Inside Look weekends (SeaWorld Orlando)Fish House: see how leaders provide the best of diets for every fish, sea turtle, sea lion, penguin, and other marine animals in our care. Due to strict health and safety guidelines, space is limited for each time slot of the six experiences.
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SeaWorld to offer guests an inside look at animal care within the theme park
ORLANDO, Fla. – SeaWorld is offering guests an inside peek at their theme park during a special event. SeaWorld Inside Look features six unique, entirely behind-the-scenes experiences where guests can hear and see firsthand what goes into providing the care for animals from the experts who do it every day. SeaWorld offered a brief explanation of what guests can expect when visiting the Inside Look locations. Explore exclusive views of the birds and learn how we feed and care for an entire colony of penguins from our animal care specialists. Meet and hear from the dedicated animal care specialists who safeguard the health and well-being of the killer whales in our care.