Construction on SeaWorld San Diego’s new attraction for 2020 — the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster in California — kicked off in conjunction with National Roller Coaster Day. The initial phase of construction consists of preparing the site for the installation of the ride’s foundation and utilities. The dive coaster, to be located adjacent…
As we prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend, Discovery Cove is celebrating mothers their own way – with the birth of two spotted eagle rays! This is the first birth for proud parents Nerina and Apollo. The spotted eagle ray, a threatened marine species, is part of the Species Survival Plan of the Association…
SeaWorld San Antonio is in the midst of a massive expansion. Just after the park opened Wave Breaker, an Intamin jet-ski coaster, as well as an impressive flat ride package, it seems more is to come in 2020. Over the last few weeks, the park has been filing permits with the local government to begin…
KareKare Curl, Aquatica Orlando’s anticipated new attraction will be making its grand debut to park guests on Friday, April 12. “KareKare” means “waves” in the Maori language and when combined with “Curl” meaning in a curved shape, this new ride could be described as a “curve shaped wave” which riders will experience when climbing the…
Announced today, the Grand Opening of the six acre world-class attraction, Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando, will take place on March 27. For the very first time, take a walk down Sesame Street and bring your family to the neighborhood your favorite furry friends call home. Take a stroll down Sesame Street and stop by the…
You might be facing dangerously cold temperatures this week, but us humans aren’t the only ones affected by the dropping temperatures. Rescue teams in Florida are starting to see the effects of low water temperatures on the state’s manatee population. Late yesterday, a 725 lb. sub-adult male manatee arrived at SeaWorld Orlando’s critical care animal…
Earlier last year, operations of Rye Playland was switched over to Standard Amusements. There was interest by enthusiasts on what the new operators were planning for the future of the iconic park. Today, Standard Amusements revealed their plans and it was much larger than what many anticipated. The new plan released for Rye Playland calls…
SeaWorld continues to be the San Diego value leader with the unveiling of its new annual Passes. For only $7.99 a month, the best price of the year, guests will receive 12-months admission, exclusive events and giveaways, and savings on parking. The monthly installment for this new annual Pass is the lowest in recent history….
To launch the celebration of its 30th anniversary, Kentucky Kingdom hosted a reunion last night for the members of “Save My Park,” a group of longtime supporters of Kentucky Kingdom who led the effort to convince state and local officials not to bulldoze the theme park when the former operator closed and abandoned the park….
SeaWorld and Aquatica San Antonio “shelled out” all the exciting details about all the new attractions set to open in spring of 2019. SeaWorld will unveil Turtle Reef, a fascinating new realm that will enable guests to get an up-close look at endangered sea turtles along with two new family rides, Riptide Rescue and Sea…
Representatives from Kennywood Park and Idlewild & SoakZone traveled to the Show-Me State for the ‘Academy Awards’ of the amusement industry, bringing back honors to Southwestern Pennsylvania. Kennywood’s Noah’s Ark attraction was recognized for the ninth straight year as the world’s best Funhouse/Walk-through Attraction at Saturday’s Golden Ticket Awards ceremony, while Idlewild beat out impressive…
It’s almost time to get this fiesta started! On May 25, Aquatica SeaWorld’s Waterpark is set to open for the summer season with a combination of thrilling high-speed slides and rides, a relaxing beach side resort atmosphere and up-close animal encounters. This year, guests can also enjoy the Fiesta Aquatica celebration every day at 3…