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New Board Chair Elected for SeaWorld
Since previous Board Chairman David D’Alessandro did not get the majority of votes from shareholders back in June, SeaWorld has announced their new Board Chairman. The board has elected Yoshikazu Maruyama to take over beginning October 9, 2017. According to the press release, Maruyama “brings over 20 years of global theme park and family entertainment … New Board Chair Elected for SeaWorld
SeaWorld Orlando Set to Reopen Wednesday, September 13th
SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove remained closed today due to debris cleanup in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. The theme parks are expected to welcome back guests tomorrow, September 13th. SeaWorld’s official website will release updates regarding the park hours. Source: SeaWorld Orlando
Attendance and Revenue Continue to Plummet During SeaWorld’s First Quarter
SeaWorld Entertainment has had a rough couple of years, and unfortunately for them, the news is only getting worse. According to the Orlando Sentinel, the company’s first-quarter attendance dropped 15 percent, and they only brought in “$186.4 million in revenue, compared to $220.2 million in the same period a year ago.” In total, SeaWorld “reported … Attendance and Revenue Continue to Plummet During SeaWorld’s First Quarter
Shamu Stadium Becomes New Home to SeaWorld’s Pilot Whales
Four pilot whales who once called SeaWorld Orlando home, have been moved to their new home in Shamu Stadium. The whales were moved yesterday from Dolphin Stadium, where they had performed in the Blue Horizons show that was recently replaced with a new show called Dolphin Days. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) deemed … Shamu Stadium Becomes New Home to SeaWorld’s Pilot Whales
SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival Expanded
The Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld Orlando will be adding more days in preparation for Spring Break crowds. Beginning March 17th, the festival will going on everyday until April 16th. Previously, the festival was only on Saturdays. According to the Orlando Sentinel, SeaWorld has said the event so far has a “savory success.” This … SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival Expanded
SeaWorld May Add Virtual Reality Animals to their Kraken Coaster
When theme parks use virtual reality in their attractions, it creates a realistic illusion for its guests making them feel as though they’re actually right there living in that moment. What they’re seeing on the screen in front of them or through the goggles they’re wearing instantly transports them into whatever world they’re intended to … SeaWorld May Add Virtual Reality Animals to their Kraken Coaster
SeaWorld Reports 2016 Earnings: Revenue and Attendance Down
SeaWorld Entertainment has officially released the full-year earning for 2016, and the numbers are overwhelmingly negative. The fourth quarter of the year showed a decrease in revenue and attendance, which SeaWorld attributes to two factors: Over a day’s worth of park closure in Orlando due to Hurricane Matthew, and an expected drop in visitors from … SeaWorld Reports 2016 Earnings: Revenue and Attendance Down
Is a day at Discovery Cove worth the money?
If you enjoy theme parks, Orlando is the place to be. Whether you like thrill rides, meeting characters or simply being immersed in a land of make believe, there are multiple options for how to spend your vacation dollars. One of the more expensive theme park offerings in Orlando is Discovery Cove. The admission cost … Is a day at Discovery Cove worth the money?
SeaWorld’s Stylish Solution to Penguin Problem
Few people can say that their fashion choices have had a profound impact on their health, and even fewer penguins; but such was the case with Wonder Twin, a 26-year-old female Adelie penguin. Due to a still unknown condition, (which may also occur in a penguin’s natural habitat) Wonder Twin was having serious molting issues. Molting, … SeaWorld’s Stylish Solution to Penguin Problem
Race-car driver banned from SeaWorld
According to the Orlando Sentinel, race-car driver Leilani Munter was banned from SeaWorld theme parks due to an incident where she brought 33 roses and a sign that honored the life of orca Tilikum. Her sign stated, “May the four winds blow you safely to your ocean home where you belonged these 33 years, RIP Tilikum.” … Race-car driver banned from SeaWorld
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