EXCITEMENT~~>SEAWORLD® DEBUTS “A SEA OF SURPRISES” FLOAT IN THE 87 TH ANNUAL MACY’S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ®

IMAGINATION!!! Sculptures of sea turtles, penguins and fish among the amazing sea creatures featured aboard new 32 foot-long float 

For almost five decades, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment has surprised and amazed guests with unique entertainment, thrilling rides, and up-close encounters with amazing sea life. Millions have been inspired through the power of entertainment, to celebrate, connect with and care for the natural world. This Thanksgiving the beauty and majesty of the sea will come to life on the streets of New York as SeaWorld’s “A Sea of Surprises” float debuts in the 87 Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®.

“The magicians of Macy’s Parade Studio have outdone themselves yet again with the awe-inspiring and entertaining design of the new SeaWorld float,” said Amy Kule, executive producer of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. “With its diverse and majestic depictions of sea creatures transformed into larger-than-life form, the ‘A Sea of Surprises’ float is sure to inspire millions of children and adults to learn more about, appreciate and enjoy all forms of aquatic life.”

From sea turtles, penguins and angel fish to sharks and breaching whales, amazing sea sculptures abound on the new float. Featuring rolling ocean waves, the gentle movement of swaying kelp and a vibrant school of tropical fish, the scene will take spectators on an extraordinary undersea journey. Taking center stage on the “A Sea of Surprises” float is the iconic Shamu, breaching 27-feet above the millions of Parade spectators lining the streets of Manhattan.  “We are thrilled to debut our SeaWorld “A Sea of Surprises” float in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade as a tribute to SeaWorld’s 50 Parks & Entertainment. “Next year the parks will commemorate this milestone with a year-long celebration at the three SeaWorld parks in San Diego, Orlando and San Antonio. We hope this festive float represents the fun, inspiration and surprises that guests will find during a visit to SeaWorld.”

Beginning next March, SeaWorld celebrates its 50th -year with a sea of surprises at all three parks that includes new interactive experiences and shows, even more up-close animal encounters throughout the park and the SeaWorld “Surprise Squad” treating guests with prizes and special experiences every day. For more information, visit www.SeaWorld.com/Celebration.

The 87th  Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade airs nationwide on NBC-TV, on Thursday, November 28th  from 9am-12pm, in all time zones.

About the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade:

With more than 50 million viewers across the country and more than 3.5 million spectators that line up along the streets of New York City each year, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a national icon that has grown into a world-famous holiday event. For more than 80 years, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has marked the official start of the holiday season. Growing in size and scale, the Parade proudly marches down a more than 2-mile route in New York City with more than 8,000 participants in tow including Macy’s employees, their families, celebrities, athletes, clowns and dance groups spreading holiday cheer.  The Parade also features America’s best marching bands, fabulous floats and Macy’s signature giant helium character balloons.  For more information on the Macy’s Parade please visit www.macys.com/parade or call the Parade hotline at (212) 494-4495.

About SeaWorld:

 SeaWorld is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care.  It operates one of the world’s most respected programs to rescue and rehabilitate ocean marine animals that are ill, injured and orphaned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld over the last four decades. The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund has granted more than $9 million to wildlife research and conservation projects that protect wildlife and wild places. The Fund commits 100% of donations to on-the-ground wildlife conservation efforts.

About SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™:

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™ is a leading theme park and entertainment company delivering personal, interactive and educational experiences that blend imagination with nature and enable its customers to celebrate, connect with and care for the natural world we share. The Company owns or licenses a portfolio of globally recognized brands including SeaWorld®, Shamu® and Busch Gardens®.

Over its more than 50 year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 11 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind collection of approximately 67,000 marine and terrestrial animals. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests. In addition to its theme parks, the company has recently begun to leverage its brands into media, entertainment and consumer products.   SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE: SEAS). Copies of this and other news releases as well as additional information about SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. can be obtained online at www.seaworldentertainment.com. Shareholders and prospective investors can also register to automatically receive the Company's press releases, SEC filings and other notices by e-mail.

Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld. No compensation was received.

#SEAWORLD #Rescue Mission Continues....Four #Manatees #Rehabilitated

I am always so happy to see the Great works that SeaWorld does, a great THANK YOU to all who are involved with this venture!

SeaWorld Orlando Returns Four Manatees to Central Florida Waters after

Months of Rehabilitation
 
SeaWorld Orlando devuelve cuatro manatíes a las aguas de la Florida Central después de 
Meses de rehabilitación

July 18, 2013 (Orlando, Fla.) – Four female manatees were returned to the waters of Eddy Creek in Brevard County, on Florida’s east coast, this morning after receiving treatment and care at SeaWorld Orlando for the past several months. 

18 De julio, 2013 Orlando, Florida) – Cuatro manatíes hembras fueron devueltos a las aguas del arroyo de Eddy en el Condado de Brevard, en la costa este de Florida, esta mañana después de recibir tratamiento y cuidado en SeaWorld Orlando durante los últimos meses.

Of the four animals returned, three were rescued last December after becoming entrapped in a mosquito impoundment in the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Pipsqueak and Nitty were rescued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Braille was rescued by SeaWorld Orlando’s Animal Rescue Team. All three animals were transported to SeaWorld Orlando after their rescues, where they received medical care for mild cold stress. 

De los cuatro animales, tres fueron rescatados el pasado mes de diciembre tras quedar atrapados en un mosquito incautación en el Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Llena y detalles fueron rescatados por el Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) y Braille fue rescatado por el SeaWorld de Orlando de Equipo de Rescate Animal. Los tres animales fueron transportados a SeaWorld Orlando tras su rescate, donde recibieron atención medica para resfriado leve estrés.

The fourth manatee released today, Asaka, was brought to SeaWorld Orlando in March after being rescued by FWC from the Indian River in Merritt Island, Fla. Asaka was suffering from buoyancy issues and had been floating very high in the water. Her health was evaluated by SeaWorld’s animal experts upon arrival at the park, and the team found no injuries. Asaka was able to work out her buoyancy issues during her time at SeaWorld. 

El cuarto manatí  fue liberado hoy, Asaka, trajeron a SeaWorld Orlando en marzo siendo rescatado por FWC del Río indio en la Isla de Merritt, Florida. Asaka sufría de cuestiones del flotabilidad y había estado flotando muy alto en el agua. Su salud fue evaluada por los expertos de animal de SeaWorld en la llegada al parque, y el equipo no encontró ningunas heridas. Asaka era capaz de calcular(resolver) sus cuestiones del flotabilidad durante su tiempo en SeaWorld. 

After all four manatees had been medically cleared for today’s return, the park’s Animal Rescue Team and FWC transported the manatees to Eddy Creek. With help from the Canaveral National Seashore and FWC team members, all four animals were successfully returned.

Después de todo cuatro manatíes han sido examinados por un médico de hoy para volver, el parque Animal de FWC equipo de rescate y transporte de los manatíes a Eddy Creek. Con la ayuda de Canaveral National Seashore y FWC los miembros del equipo, todos cuatro animales fueron devueltos con éxito.

 

In collaboration with the government and other members of accredited stranding networks, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment operates one of the world’s most respected programs to rescue ill and injured marine animals, with the goal to rehabilitate and return to the waters. SeaWorld animal experts have helped more than 22,000 animals in need - ill, injured, orphaned and abandoned - for more than four decades. So far this year, SeaWorld Orlando has rescued 13 manatees and returned seven after today’s return.

En la colaboración con el gobierno y otros miembros de redes de varada acreditadas, Parques de SeaWorld y Entretenimiento hace funcionar uno de los programas más respetados del mundo  para rescatar malo e hirió animales marítimos, con el objetivo de rehabilitar y volver a las aguas. Los expertos de animal de SeaWorld han ayudado a más de 22,000 animales en la necesidad - malo, perjudicado, quedado huérfano y abandonado - durante más de cuatro décadas. Hasta ahora este año, SeaWorld Orlando ha rescatado 13 manatíes y ha vuelto siete después de la vuelta de hoy.

All manatee rescue footage produced by SeaWorld under FWS Permit Number MA7701911.

Video del rescate manatí todos producido por SeaWorld bajo FWS permiso número MA7701911.

If you see injured marine animal, you can help by calling the FWC hotline at 1(888) 404-3922 or by dialing *FWC on a cellular device. 

Si ves un animal marino herido, le puede ayudar llamando a la línea directa FWC al 888-404-3922 o marcando * FWC en un dispositivo celular.

Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld Orlando. No compensation was received.

Big Event 6/18 @ AQUATICA, SEAWORLD’S WATERPARK, HOSTS “WORLD’S LARGEST SWIMMING LESSON”

Come on over to participate and support a Worthy cause !!!

Acércate a participar y apoyar una buena causa!!!

Help prevent summer tragedy and promote by participating in a worthy cause

WHAT:   Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark^TM in Orlando is hosting the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ 

QUE: Aquatica, WaterparkTM de SeaWorld en Orlando se aloja la Lección de Natación más Grande del mundo ™ 

 WHEN:   Tuesday, June 18, 2013. We invite guests to participate and help set a world record and help save lives.

CUANDO: Martes, 18 de junio de 2013. Invitamos a participar y ayudar a establecer un récord mundial y ayuda a salvar vidas.

   Be in the event which will begin at 10 a.m. at Big Surf Shores at Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark, with registration and amazing animal meet-and-greets. The lesson will be from 11 – 12 p.m. and each participant will receive a special certificate upon completion.

Estar en el evento que comenzará a las 10 en el Big Surf Shores en Aquatica, el parque acuático de SeaWorld, con registro y  animales espectacular para conocer y saludar. La lección será de 11 – 12: 00 pm y cada participante recibirá un certificado especial al finalizar.

 U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame member and three-time Olympic gold medalist, Ambrose “Rowdy” Gaines will also be onsite to lend a helping hand with the lesson.

Miembro del Hall of Fame Olímpico de los Estados Unidos y tres veces medallista de oro olímpico, Ambrose "Rowdy" Gaines también estará en el sitio para echar una mano con la lección.

Please note:  Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death of children ages 1-14. Research shows that if a child doesn't learn to swim before the 3rd grade, they likely never will. The World's Largest Swimming Lesson is designed to draw attention to this issue, and encourage participation in swimming lesson programs. Tens of thousands of kids and adults at aquatic facilities around the world will unite for the fourth year in a row to set a new Guinness World Record at 11 a.m. EST. 

Por favor tenga en cuenta: El ahogamiento es la segunda causa principal de muerte accidental en niños menores de 1 a 14. Las investigaciones muestran que si un niño no aprende a nadar antes de que el 3o grado, lo más probable es que nunca lo harán. La Lección de Natación más Grande del mundo  está diseñada para llamar la atención sobre este problema, y alentar la participación en programas de lección de natación. Decenas de miles de niños y adultos en instalaciones acuáticas alrededor del mundo se unirán por cuarto año consecutivo con un nuevo récord mundial Guinness a las 11 a.m. hora del este.

SeaWorld and Aquatica are proud to put on this incredible event to bring attention to water safety.

Sea World y Aquatica están orgullosos de poner en este increíble evento para llamar la atención sobre la seguridad en el agua.

From high-speed water slides and exhilarating wave pools, to tranquil beaches and the remarkable animal habitats that are the hallmark of SeaWorld, Aquatica delights all ages and interests. This one-of-a-kind waterpark is home to some of the world’s most thrilling water rides, featuring 38 slides, rivers and lagoons and 84,000 square feet of sparkling white, sandy beaches. Aquatica’s exclusive attractions promise unlimited fun, sending guests on amazing undersea adventures and through breathtaking animal exhibits.

En alta velocidad de toboganes de agua y piscinas de olas, emocionante a las tranquilas playas y el notable hábitat de los animales que son el sello distintivo de SeaWorld, Aquatica excita a todas las edades e intereses. Esta especie de parque acuático es  el unico hogar más emocionante del mundo para paseos por el agua, con 38 toboganes, ríos y lagunas y 84.000 pies cuadrados de brillantes playas de arena blanca. Atracciones exclusivas de Aquatica  promete diversión sin límite, enviando a los huéspedes a aventuras submarinas increíbles y impresionantes a través de exhibiciones de animales.

DETAILS: Admission is required to participate in the swimming lesson at Aquatica SeaWorld’s park,  and is included with admission for Pass Members. Those interested in participating must RSVP prior to the event by emailing AquaticaReception@SeaWorld.com.

DETALLES: La entrada es necesaria para participar en la lección de natación en el parque de Aquatica SeaWorld y está incluido con entrada para Miembros del Pass. Los interesados en participar deben RSVP antes del evento por correo electrónico AquaticaReception@SeaWorld.com .

Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld Orlando. No compensation was received.

Come one, Come all~~>AQUATICA TO HOST THE 4TH ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA POLAR PLUNGE!!

---------* Come join in the adventure and have some fun!!!!*---------

AQUATICA TO HOST THE 4TH ANNUAL SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA POLAR PLUNGE

Take the Plunge on Saturday, February 2

ORLANDO, Fla. (January 16, 2013) - Aquatica is pleased to be hosting the fourth annual Special Olympics
Florida Polar Plunge® 2013 on Saturday, February 2. Individuals and teams, alongside Special Olympics
athletes, families, sponsors and community members will experience heart-warming and bone chilling- extremes as they take the plunge into the cold Aquatica wave pool to raise money for Special Olympics Florida.

Hundreds of “Plungers” are expected to participate in the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Florida – and there’s still plenty of time to join in this unique, wacky event. In addition to jumping into cold water for a good cause, a highlight of the annual event is the array of crazy costumes Plungers are encouraged to wear in the name of fun.

You can take the Plunge individually or with a team, and everyone who raises a minimum of $100 may Plunge.
For just $100 in pledges, Plungers will receive admission to Aquatica, an All-Day Food Pass, official Polar
Plunge® T-shirt and two spectator passes. There are numerous incentives for individuals to raise additional
funds, including tickets to Aquatica, SeaWorld and Discovery Cove. In addition, plungers and spectators can stay and enjoy Aquatica all day after the event.

Plungers can create their own Plunge Web Page for friends, family and co-workers to visit and donate online. It’s quick and easy through FirstGiving.com.

WHAT: Special Olympics Florida Polar Plunge

WHEN: Saturday, February 2
9:30 a.m. Registration
11 a.m. Ceremony followed by the Plunge

WHERE: Aquatica 5800 Water Play Way, Orlando, Florida 32821

For full details and to register, visit www.specialolympicsflorida.org/polarplunge

All proceeds support SeaWorld’s long-time partner, Special Olympics Florida, which provides year-round
sports training and competition to children and adults with intellectual disabilities at no cost to the athlete or
their caregiver as a means to achieve physical fitness, self-esteem and life skills necessary to be a productive,
respected and contributing members of their communities.

--Aquatica--


Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld Orlando. No compensation was received.

Empire of the Penguin begins at #SeaWorld #Orlando on an Epic Voyage Tour for Antarctica

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SEAWORLD ORLANDO^® EMBARKS ON EPIC VOYAGE

NEW APP AND EXPERIENTIAL MARKETING TOUR LAUNCH

Orlando, FL (January 18, 2013) –- SeaWorld Orlando kicks off its “Epic Voyage” campaign in New York City to launch Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin, the park’s all-new, largest-ever attraction opening this spring. The campaign includes stops in seven cities and a new mobile app, both designed to give families a sneak peek into the new attraction’s thrilling and chilling adventure in ways as amazing as the continent itself. 

SeaWorld Orlando’s new attraction, Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin will transport families into a rarely seen, icy world. They’ll feel the majestic grandeur of the South Pole and see it through the penguins’ eyes on an exhilarating, first-of-its-kind family ride. They’ll explore a massive penguin colony in an expanse that envelops them in cool extremes, both above and below the penguins’ icy world.  It’s a must-see, one-of-a-kind theme park experience only at SeaWorld in Orlando. 

In select cities, SeaWorld’s “Epic Voyage” takes over malls and consumer travel shows with a unique family experience filled with a massive ice dome, interactive virtual reality, shareable photo opportunities, chances to win incredible prizes by playing Antarctica-themed games, and, of course, live penguins.  Coca-Cola Freestyle machines will also be part of the experience on site to quench the thirst of attendees with complimentary, refreshing drinks.

SeaWorld street teams will roam the cities in wrapped, Antarctic-themed Hyundai Santa Fes and Sonata Hybrids as they mingle with the locals at various hot spots, commuter stations and key landmarks.  The street team will test the locals with trivia, hand out prizes and allow them to escape to Antarctica through the augmented reality videos that can be shared with family and friends.

While the “Epic Voyage” tour takes over a few key cities, SeaWorld’s made sure everyone can follow the freeze. An all-new mobile app allows fans the world over to put themselves in the action … plus interactive elements to share with friends. From behind-the-scenes teaser videos and tour details to penguin fun facts and trivia, consumers can immerse themselves virtually into Antarctica through augmented reality and also enter the Family Voyage Sweepstakes. The app -- SeaWorld’s Antarctica -- is available for download today on iPhone/iPad and is coming soon for Android devices.

"Since Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin was announced in November 2011, we’ve been planning and looking forward to bringing a glimpse of the attraction to these key markets to connect with our fans and let them feel the chill,” said Vice President of Marketing & Sales for SeaWorld Parks & Resorts Orlando Toni Caracciolo. 

Anyone can enter to win the trip of a lifetime with the Family Voyage Sweepstakes.Two lucky families will receive a 4-day, 3-night journey to SeaWorld Orlando to be one of the first to experience Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin. This amazing vacation for four includes roundtrip airfare provided by Southwest Airlines, hotel accommodations, tickets to SeaWorld and Aquatica in Orlando, Quick Queue passes to SeaWorld, Antarctica gift bags, and All-day Dining at SeaWorld. 18 Weekly First Prize Winners will receive four admissions to SeaWorld Orlando valid for use in 2013 to experience Antarctica first hand.

For more information about the Epic Voyage, visit SeaWorldOrlando.com/Antarctica, where you’re able to watch videos, sign up for emails, learn about penguins and Antarctica, enter the Family Voyage sweepstakes, and find the best vacation values to start planning your next voyage to SeaWorld Orlando.

The Epic Voyage schedule:

NEW YORK	CHICAGO
The New York Times Travel Show	Gurnee Mills Mall
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center	Thursday, January 24
January 19-20	Chicago Travel & Adventure Show
	January 26-27
BOSTON	PHILADELPHIA
Boston Globe Travel Show	King of Prussia MallFebruary 23-24
Seaport World Trade Center
February 8-10
WASHINGTON D.C.	JACKSONVILLE
Washington, D.C. Travel & Adventure Show	The Avenues Mall
March 9-10	March 23-24
ATLANTA
April dates TBD
MIAMI	MIAMI
Miami Dolphins Fin Fest 2013	Aventura Mall
Saturday, April 27	May 4-5

Coca-Cola is an official sponsor of the Epic Voyage tour. The Coca-Cola Company(NYSE: KO) is the world's largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. Led by Coca-Cola, the world's most valuable brand, our Company's portfolio features 15 billion-dollar brands including Diet Coke, Fanta,Sprite, Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply, Georgia and Del Valle. Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, ready-to-drink coffees, and juices and juice drinks. Through the world's largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy our beverages at a rate of 1.8 billion servings a day. With an enduring commitment to building sustainable communities, our Company is focused on initiatives that reduce our environmental footprint, support active, healthy living, create a safe, inclusive work environment for our associates, and enhance the economic development of the communities where we operate. Together with our bottling partners, we rank among the world's top 10 private employers with more than 700,000 system associates.

 For more information, visit Coca Cola website, 
follow us on Twitter 
visit our blog, Coca-Cola Unbottled  or Coca Cola Blog.

Also joining the Epic Voyage tour as an official sponsor is Hyundai. Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 820 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle warranty, Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance.

In its 42nd year of service, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered by nearly 46,000 Employees to more than 100 million Customers annually.  Southwest is the nation’s largest carrier in terms of originating passengers boarded, and including wholly-owned subsidiary, AirTran Airways, operates the largest fleet of Boeing aircraft in the world to serve 97 destinations in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and six near-international countries. Southwest is one of the most honored airlines in the world, known for its commitment to the triple bottom line of Performance, People and Planet.  To read about how Southwest is doing its part to be a good corporate citizen, visit southwest.com/citizenship to read the Southwest Airlines One Report™. 

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment inspires millions, through the power of entertainment, to celebrate, connect with and care for the natural world. The Company has been creating innovative entertainment experiences that blend imagination with nature for more than 50 years and is best known for its 11 U.S. theme parks, attractions that hosted more than 24 million guests in 2012 and include the beloved SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens® and Sesame Place® brands. The parks offer guests a variety of up-close experiences, from animal encounters that invite exploration and appreciation of the natural world, to thrilling rides and spectacular shows.  In 2011 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment began expanding its popular brands into media and entertainment platforms to connect people to nature and animals through movies, television, and digital media; plus began developing new lines of licensed consumer products. 

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care.  The Company maintains one of the largest animal collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of species in zoological facilities and in the conservation of wild populations. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment also operates one of the world’s most respected programs to rescue and rehabilitate ocean marine animals that are ill, injured and orphaned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 22,000 animals in need over the last four decades.  SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment employs more than 21,000 people nationwide.

-- SeaWorld --

Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld Orlando. No compensation was received.

SEAWORLD invites you on a Special Journey: Behind -The-Freeze webisodes!

SEAWORLD ORLANDO RELEASES THIRD ANTARCTICA: EMPIRE OF THE PENGUIN, BEHIND THE FREEZE: RIDE EXPERIENCE

Orlando, Fla. (November 16, 2012) –  The third Behind The Freeze focuses on the incredible vehicle that will transport you and your family to the icy wonders of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin. SeaWorld’s Creative Director Brian Morrow shares details about the cars, technological marvels, and the ride, a theme park “first.” Each car is a mobile simulator, with movements that allow guests to become one with the storyline as they follow a young penguin’s adventures. For the first time in any theme park, this motion-based simulator ride will be completely trackless and guests will choose one of two levels of adventure with various levels of intensity.

Get ready for an epic exploration into an icy world like you’ve never seen before. Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin, the most immersive mega-attraction ever created by SeaWorld - is coming in spring 2013. Set in the majestic grandeur of the icy South Pole, this exhilarating ride will glide, slide and transport your family to the penguins’ surprising world where you can brave a blizzard. Be dazzled by ice and lights. Then it sets you free to explore a one-of-a-kind penguin colony in an expanse that brings you above and below their icy world. It’s an awe-inspiring penguin attraction only SeaWorld could create.

The Antarctica Website provides a way to stay tuned to Behind-The-Freeze webisodes that will continually take fans behind the scenes with the designers and animal experts as they create Orlando’s coolest, must-see 2013 experience, even revealing icy secrets along the way.

CONTACT:

  SeaWorld Public Relations, 407.363.2280

Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld Orlando. No compensation was received.