SFOverTexasFan Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 I don't go to Sea World for their rides. It's not a thrill park, and never will be. Yes they do have 2 nice trill coasters, but that is it. I go for all the amazing shows and exhibits. Honestly I would plan to spend a full day in order to experience the park fully. I mean there are lots of shows and tons of exhibits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnjieNet Posted May 30, 2013 Share Posted May 30, 2013 ^Thanks! We definitely plan on a full day. Just wasn't sure if we needed a day two in order to get everything in. I noticed they had a buy a day get a day ticket but time could be an issue for us with a child in school. The girls will be thrilled with the animals and shows but the thrill rides are an added bonus for the oldest. Though if the little coaster is still there, the youngest will be equally as excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 http://seaworldparks.com/celebration SeaWorld's 50th Celebration Starting in 2014, we will be bring you SeaWorld’s 50th Celebration! – A celebration marked by a whole new “Sea of Surprises.” All three SeaWorld parks will be sharing the fun and delight throughout the 18-month celebration with uniquely SeaWorld moments. Starting March 21, 2014, we invite guests to join us as we celebrate with new interactive experiences, new shows and daily entertainment, more up-close animal encounters throughout the park, and a Surprise Squad treating guests with prizes every day. [youtu_be] [/youtu_be] http://articles.orlandosentinel.com/2013-06-11/business/os-seaworld-50th-anniversary-campaign-20130611_1_seaworld-san-diego-seaworld-orlando-antarctica-themed With its new Antarctica-themed land open, SeaWorld is turning its attention to 2014. SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. said Tuesday it will launch a 50th anniversary celebration early next year that will include new attractions and experiences for its three SeaWorld marine parks in Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio. The 18-month campaign, dubbed "Sea of Surprises," will launch March 21, 2014 — 50 years after the original SeaWorld opened its gates in California. As part of the campaign, SeaWorld said it will dispatch more "animal ambassadors" throughout the parks to give visitors surprise encounters with penguins, lemurs, flamingos and more. New "Surprise Squads" will roam around to give away prizes such as free souvenirs or behind-the-scenes experiences. And "spontaneous entertainment" will pop up at unexpected moments along park pathways. In addition, each of the three SeaWorld parks will get new animal shows, though the company didn't disclose additional details. The company also said it has commissioned the environmental-art group "Washed Ashore" to carve larger sea-life sculptures from ocean debris. Those sculptures will be displayed in the parks. Further attractions may also be part of the plans.The company said SeaWorld Orlando, which just completed the largest expansion in its history with Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin, will unveil additional plans for 2014 this coming fall. One already announced project: Explorer's Reef, at SeaWorld San Diego. A renovation of the 50-year-old marine park's main entrance, that 3-acre area will include a series of marine-life touch pools, as well as new retail and dining concepts. It will also feature what SeaWorld called a new front-gate concept, with existing ticket booths replaced by a concierge-style ticketing area with a beach theme. That 16-month construction project has been timed to open next March, to coincide with the launch of the 50th anniversary campaign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBomer Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 I was wondering if anyone here knew if SeaWorld had a drop-off area? I'm being dropped off and I wanted to know if I have to pay for parking or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Great White Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 ^^Yes it does. There should be signs pointing to the drop area before coming to the parking polls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBomer Posted September 26, 2013 Share Posted September 26, 2013 ^Thank you. Are you working tomorrow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrlittle Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 I just got back from Howl-O-Scream. My first thoughts before going were how would a theme park known for family fun bring the scare. After going, I have to say I was very impressed. Though there are only 4 houses and 3 scare zones, I thought for $25, it was a good deal. All the houses were long and the quality seemed to be there. Also, we paid for the quick queue for the houses which was definitely worth it. Here are a few pictures I took. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. I love to see this event grow each year like the other HOS events. Drink time! Green solo cup She was non stop dancing. A cool bar set up for HOS Favorite house of the night. Very long and lots of weird stuff. Now Laura did not like the event as much as me but perhaps because I spoiled her last year when we went to HOS in Tampa. Just 15 for quick queue and so worth it. More time to drink. Who is scared of clowns? And so it begins.. They had "Vamps" dancing and singing at the bar. They were pretty hot. Quick queue came in handy 3rd favorite house. Can't go wrong with zombies. Back to drinking and watching the "Vamps" dancing They grabbed this chick and took her blood to sell it in shots. Again for $25 to get in, it was a fun night. Steel Eel was awesome tonight. Another scare zone 2nd fav house. They had some unique scares in this one. Seaworld looked great at night Of course Batman clone 2 is open My least favorite house. It did have funhouse stuff in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 G'day mates, I'm going to Seaworld San Antonio on opening day tomorrow 1 February. It is predicted to be an overcast and drizzly day so perhaps I might break my record of 70 rides in a row on The Great White and 29 times in a row on The Steel Eel. I'll get a Quick Queue (flash pass) if it gets too crowded. On Sunday I'll share my trip report. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meangreen16 Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 G'day mates,I'm going to Seaworld San Antonio on opening day tomorrow 1 February. It is predicted to be an overcast and drizzly day so perhaps I might break my record of 70 rides in a row on The Great White and 29 times in a row on The Steel Eel. I'll get a Quick Queue (flash pass) if it gets too crowded. On Sunday I'll share my trip report. Cheers! Can't wait!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted February 6, 2014 Share Posted February 6, 2014 G'day mates, Saturday 1 February was an awesome day at Seaworld San Antonio! I didn't break any records but I did ride the Steel Eel 15 times. I rode a few other rides too. It was sunny and a very pleasant 27 c. Getting into the park was very fast, about 7 minutes, much less time than at Six Flags. I'm going back on this Sunday 9 February. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) G'day mates, I went to Sea World yesterday 9 February and it was totally awesome! I rode the Steel Eel 30 times which is my new record. Also twice in front on the Great White. Rode 38 times on various rides including the Steel Eel. I didn't even use a Quick Queue as it was a very small crowd. Going back on Presidents' Day. Total rides in 2 visits this month is 57. Cheers! Edited February 19, 2014 by lazaruslou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 G'day mates, I went to SeaWorld this past Sunday 16 February and it was an awesome day! Got chilled out twice on Journey To Atlantis, as I tried the front row right seat and then the left seat in the last row. Tied my Steel Eel record from the previous Sunday of 30 times in a row. Altogether I rode 42 rides. So far this month I have been on the Steel Eel 75 times in 3 visits. Going back this Saturday 22 February. The park is very well run and entering the park takes less than 5 minutes. I haven't needed to buy a flash pass (quick queue) yet this month as all the rides are available to ride as much as you want. The only rule is that you can ride twice and then you have to get in line again, which just means I get on the very next train. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted February 23, 2014 Share Posted February 23, 2014 G'day mates, Went to SeaWorld yesterday 22 February and had another awesome day! Rode the Steel Eel 28 times and rode the Great White 5 times consecutively in the front row! The Great White is just like Batman The Ride at many Six Flags parks. It was probably the largest crowd I have seen in these last 4 visits but still lots of riding time. Haven't needed to get a Quick Queue yet, but I'm sure that will change with Spring Break. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 (edited) So this on event is all over the news now. Poor SeaWorld. abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2014/02/seaworld-dolphin-bites-girl-prompts-peta-probe-request/ Edit: Posted an old video before but it's a recent news story and a separate incident. Edited March 1, 2014 by coasterbill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jedimaster1227 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 ^Pretty sure that happened a while ago, if not a similar incident. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 (edited) ^^The kid should sue the parents after they told her they wouldn't show the video to anybody. And the kid did disregard instructions. People are told not the lift the food tray that high. At least that's what ABC News reported in 2012. ^Yes, Adam the video was originally released in December 2012. Edited March 1, 2014 by larrygator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 ^Pretty sure that happened a while ago, if not a similar incident. Oops. You're right, apparently that was a similar incident. I edited the post with the new news story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boardwalkbullet91507 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 If you read the clearly posted directions, there wont be any problems. That picture made her hand look awfully close to the water, and if I remember correctly, its not supposed to be. Sea World has clearly posted rules and regulations for it's dolphin feeding and every time I go and feed the dolphins it is quite the fun, safe, and incredible experience. All the dolphin wanted was the fish. It's a dolphin, they are intelligent animals but they're not going to stop and ask you for the fish. That's why your supposed to use the dangle technique and they come right up to you and you place it in the dolphin's mouth. My family LOVES SeaWorld and we feed the dolphins every time we go. We typically go with some family friends and their kids, aged maybe 2 and 5, fed them the last time we went. Never had a problem. I also find it a tad interesting how they took a picture at the exact moment she was bitten, but it's easily explainable because every parent there has there cameras ready to snap a quick shot of their kid feeding a dolphin. But my instinct personally would not be to take a picture but to get my child's hands out of that dolphin. Not, "Ooooh hold that shot honey! 1! 2! 3!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Spring Break Trip Report: G'day mates, I visited SeaWorld for the fifth time this year on Monday 10 March and it was another awesome day in the park! Rode the Great White 17 times including 13 times in the front row. I enjoyed the last row too but the view from the front is more impressive. I also rode the Steel Eel 3 times. It was the busiest day this season but I did not need the Quick Queue pass yet. In my 5 visits since January so far I've averaged over 30 rides a day without the Quick Queue pass along with at least one animal act or exhibit each day too. My favorites are Alligator Alley, the Shark Aquarium and the Coral Reef. I'm going to College Spring Break at SeaWorld next week so I may need a Quick Queue pass for that visit. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yay101 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 ^ So you rode Steel Eel 106 times this year Wow Best of luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 G'day mates, Yesterday 16 March I came to SeaWorld and had another outstanding day! I rode Rio Loco 5 times in a row and the Great White 21 times in a row for a total of 105 inversions. Altogether I rode 30 rides wthout a Quick Queue (flash pass). On my six visits this year (4 visits in February and 2 visits in March) I have averaged over 30 rides a visit without needing the Quick Queue pass. I'm coming back to SeaWorld on Saturday 22 March. The staff told me I would probably need an Unlimited Quick Queue pass on Saturday in order to ride as much as I have been riding these last six visits. So far in 2014 I've been on the Steel Eel 106 times and the Great White 45 times. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazaruslou Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Trip Report For 22 March G'day mates, Yesterday (Saturday) was another fabulous day in the park! Of my 7 visits to SeaWorld during February and March it was the busiest day and a large crowd. They had a special on Quick Queue Unlimited Passes (flash passes) for Season Pass holders so I got a Quick Queue for $21.65. It was well worth it. I rode the Great White 31 times in a row and rode the Steel Eel 13 times. Altogether I rode 44 rides which would have not been possible without the Quick Queue. I've averaged over 32 rides per visit this year for a total of 226 rides and the previous 6 visits I did not get a flash pass.. The food is excellent and very reasonable, actually cheaper than a fast food restaurant but much better. My favorites are the Chef Salad, Taco Salad, and the Turkey and Spinach 9-Grain Wheat Sandwich. The only thing lacking is that there is not a very big selection of drinks like at Six Flags. I'll come back to SW on Friday unless I go to six Flags Over Texas instead. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 (edited) SEAWORLD ANNOUNCES FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND KILLER WHALE ENVIRONMENT AND MORE THAN $10 MILLION IN NEW FUNDING FOR RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION PROJECTS SAN DIEGO (Aug. 15, 2014) – SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. announced today that it plans to build new, first-of-its-kind killer whale environments and that it will fund new programs to protect ocean health and killer whales in the wild. The new projects will build on SeaWorld’s legacy of providing state-of-the-art, innovative homes for its animals, and will offer park guests unique and inspiring killer whale encounters for generations to come. As part of its vision for the future, the company also pledged $10 million in matching funds for killer whale research and is embarking on a multi-million dollar partnership focused on ocean health, the leading concern for all killer whales and marine mammals. “For 50 years, SeaWorld has transformed how the world views marine life. The unprecedented access to marine mammals that our parks provide has increased our knowledge of the ocean and inspired generations,” said Jim Atchison, Chief Executive Officer and President of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. “Our new killer whale homes and research initiatives have just as bold a vision: to advance global understanding of these animals, to educate, and to inspire conservation efforts to protect killer whales in the wild.” Transformational New Environments The first of the new environments will be built at SeaWorld San Diego where the killer whale environment is planned to have a total water volume of 10 million gallons, nearly double that of the existing facility. With a planned maximum depth of 50 feet, surface area of nearly 1.5 acres and spanning more than 350 feet in length, the new environment will also have views exceeding 40 feet in height, providing guests with the world’s largest underwater viewing experience of killer whales. Named the Blue World Project because of its size and scope, the new environment will allow for increased engagement with SeaWorld experts through new enriching experiences and other interactive programs. The environment will enhance the educational experience for guests, foster deeper knowledge of killer whales and their ocean environment and inspire them to celebrate and conserve the natural world. “Through up-close and personal encounters, the new environment will transform how visitors experience killer whales,” said Atchison. “Our guests will be able to walk alongside the whales as if they were at the shore, watch them interact at the depths found in the ocean, or a birds-eye view from above.” Expanding on SeaWorld’s legacy of leading-edge animal environment design, the enlarged environment will provide killer whales with even more dynamic opportunities. It will support the whales’ broad range of behaviors and provide choices that can challenge the whales both physically and mentally. Among other things, it is planned to include a “fast water current” that allows whales to swim against moving water, thus functionally increasing speed and diversity. Innovative features focused on husbandry and animal care will offer SeaWorld’s animal health professionals and independent scientists unique access to the whales that can lead to a better understanding and care of the animals both in the parks and in the wild. The San Diego environment is expected to open to the public in 2018 with new killer whale homes to follow at SeaWorld Orlando and SeaWorld San Antonio. Killer Whale Research As part of the Blue World Project, SeaWorld has committed $10 million in matching funds focused on threats to killer whales in the wild, especially those identified by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration related to the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whale. That includes new projects already funded this year: one that will help to understand the hearing ranges of killer whales and the other that will provide insight into nutritional status and reproduction of the Southern Resident Killer Whale. The matching funds will be in addition to killer whale research conducted by SeaWorld’s scientists, which includes nearly 50 studies to date. Recognizing that ocean health is a leading concern for killer whales and all marine mammals in the wild, the company also announced it will be embarking on a major multi-million dollar partnership focused on protecting the ocean. More details of the partnership will be announced in the coming weeks. Advisory Panel SeaWorld will also engage an Independent Advisory Panel to bring new perspectives and ideas to the project. The panel will focus on the creation of an environment that maximizes the health and wellbeing of the animals. Given the particular expertise of current panelists and those expected to join, the panel will further advise on integrated research projects that can be conducted within the new environment and foster partnerships within the science and academic communities working in the wild. Current Advisory Panel members include: • Dr. Paul Boyle, Senior Vice President for Conservation and Education, Association of Zoos & Aquariums • Dr. Heidi Harley, Professor of Psychology, New College of Florida • Dr. Dorian Houser, Director of Conservation and Biological Research, National Marine Mammal Foundation • Dr. Linda Lowenstein, Professor Emeritus Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology, University of California Davis School of Veterinary Medicine • Dr. Shawn Noren, Associate Research Scientist, Institute of Marine Science, University of California Santa Cruz • Mr. Tom Otten, Chief Executive Officer, Reef Experience • Dr. James F. Peddie, DVM, Distinguished Faculty Chair, Exotic Animal Training and Management Program, Moorpark College • Dr. Paul Ponganis, Research Physiologist, Scripps Institution of Oceanography • Dr. Kwane Stewart, Chief Veterinary Officer and National Director, Film and Television Unit, American Humane Association • Dr. Pam Yochem, Senior Research Scientist and Executive Vice President, Research, Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute "SeaWorld's capital investment will create a significant number of new jobs in our community and help drive the economy when construction begins at the Orlando park. Beyond that, it will enhance tourism by providing a state-of-the-art experience for visitors while providing valuable new research and educational opportunities in animal health and behavior," said Representative Daniel Webster (FL-10). “Like so many others in science and industry, we are constantly learning more about how we can evolve our knowledge and continue to learn more about these amazing animals and stewardship of those in the wild,” Atchison said. “We look forward to working with these experts to build on these learnings and achieve our vision of increased knowledge of killer whales and global efforts to protect those in the wild.” For more information on the Blue World Project, please visit http://www.seaworld.com/blueworld Site plan for Sea World San Diego's new habitat. Others should be similar. Edited August 15, 2014 by robbalvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinx Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Just confirmed San Antonio will finally be getting the much needed love on the SeaWorld side of the park. - A new Sea Lion show - New Sea Lion habitat (MUCH NEEDED) - New coastal themed dolphin habitat (probably like Dolphin cove at SWO and SWSD) They also claim there will be new ways to interact with the dolphins. - New Restaurants Waiting on the new concept arts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinx Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 First peak at the new Sea Lion habitat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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