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 MISSIONS~~> Two Loggerhead Sea Turtles~~> #GreatJob #Happiness #Felicidad #BuenTrabajo

Isn't it great to see the Good that is being done to help sentient beings. 

My Family admires these rescues and one day hope many others would too!

¿No es fantástico ver lo bueno que se está haciendo para ayudar a los seres sintientes.

Mi familia admira estos rescates y la esperanza de algún día que muchos otros también lo haría!

Two Loggerhead Sea Turtles Find Permanent Home at SeaWorld Orlando’s TurtleTrek 

Dos tortugas de mar de la tortuga boba encuentran hogar permanente en Orlando de SeaWorld TurtleTrek

Orlando, Fla. (August 27, 2013) – Two female loggerhead sea turtles were moved into SeaWorld Orlando’s turtle habitat, TurtleTrek. Big Mama, a 245-pound adult, and Caton, a 95-pound sub-adult, were deemed non-releasable by wildlife government officials and were brought to SeaWorld last month by outside agencies to serve as the animals’ permanent home.

Orlando, Florida (el 27 de agosto de 2013) – Dos tortugas de mar de la tortuga boba hembras se movieron en el hábitat de la tortuga de Orlando de SeaWorld, TurtleTrek. La Madre grande, un adulto de 245 libras, y Caton, un subadulto de 95 libras, fue juzgada non-releasable por funcionarios públicos de la fauna y fue traída a SeaWorld el mes pasado por agencias exteriores para servir como residencia permanente de los animales.

Caton going into TurtleTrek:

The SeaWorld Orlando Rescue Team transports loggerhead sea turtle, Caton, into the park’s TurtleTrek attraction where she will live permanently and serve as an ambassador for her species to showcase the importance of wildlife conservation. She was first rescued in Blackbeard Island, Ga., on June 2, 2009. She was returned three times without success and ultimately had to be rescued numerous times.  Caton was transferred to SeaWorld in July 2013.

Big Mama was transported to SeaWorld Orlando from the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS) in Gulfport, Miss., where she had been receiving care since she was rescued after an oil spill off the coast of Louisiana in 2010. Big Mama suffered from severe bite wounds to her front and hind flippers, making it difficult for her to swim properly.  In 2012, Big Mama was deemed non-releasable, and due to space limitations, IMMS could no longer care for her.

La Madre grande se transportó a SeaWorld Orlando del Instituto de Estudios del Mamífero Marítimos (IMMS) en Gulfport, Misisipí, donde había estado recibiendo el cuidado desde que se rescató después de un vertido de petróleo de la costa de Luisiana en 2010. La Madre grande sufrió de heridas de la mordedura severas a sus aletas delanteras y traseras, haciéndolo difícil para ella nadar correctamente. En 2012, la Madre Grande se juzgó non-releasable, y debido a limitaciones espaciales, IMMS ya no podía sentir cariño por ella. 

Caton was rescued in 2009 by the Georgia Sea Turtle Center (GSTC), who found her stranded on Blackbeard Island off the Georgia coast. GSTC spent months rehabilitating Caton, but when she was healthy enough to be returned to her natural environment, Caton had other plans. The GSTC attempted to return Caton not just once, but three times. After the third return, which was thought to have been successful until Caton was found back on the beach a week later, government officials deemed her non-releasable.

Caton fue rescatado en 2009 por Georgia Sea Turtle Center (GSTC), que la encontró varada a la Isla de Blackbeard de la costa de Georgia. GSTC pasó meses rehabilitando a Caton, pero cuando era bastante sana para devolverse a su medio ambiente natural, Caton tenía otros proyectos. El GSTC intentó devolver Caton no sólo una vez, pero tres veces. Después de la tercera vuelta, que se pensó haber tenido éxito hasta que Caton se encontrara atrás en la playa una semana más tarde, los funcionarios públicos juzgaron su non-releasable.

Caton swimming around in her new home at SeaWorld Orlando’s TurtleTrek:

Yesterday, loggerhead sea turtle Caton, was moved into her permanent home, along with another loggerhead, Big Mama, at SeaWorld Orlando’s TurtleTrek.  After being deemed non-releasable by the government, she was transferred to SeaWorld Orlando in July. 

The pair joined 14 other rescued sea turtles, including a hawksbill, 10 green and three loggerheads, which have also been deemed non-releasable. These turtles serve as ambassadors for their species, helping to educate guests about wildlife conservation and how they can make a difference with everyday actions.

La pareja se unió a 14 otras rescatadas tortugas marinas, incluyendo una Carey, verde 10 y tres tortugas, que también han sido consideradas no liberables. Estas tortugas sirven como embajadores de su especie, ayudando a educar a los huéspedes acerca de conservación de vida silvestre y cómo pueden hacer una diferencia con acciones cotidianas.

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.

En colaboración con el gobierno y otros miembros de las redes de varamientos acreditadas, parques de SeaWorld y entretenimiento opera uno de los programas más respetados del mundo para rescatar a animales marinos enfermos y heridos, con el objetivo de rehabilitar y regresar a las aguas. SeaWorld expertos en animales han ayudado a más de 22.000 animales necesitados - enfermos, heridos, huérfanos y abandonados - durante más de cuatro décadas.

Big Mama and Caton in their new home at SeaWorld Orlando’s TurtleTrek:

Two loggerhead sea turtles, Big Mama (left) and Caton (right), are now part of the 16 turtles deemed non-releasable and that now live at SeaWorld Orlando’s TurtleTrek attraction where they are ambassadors for their species.

So far this year, SeaWorld Orlando has rescued 52 and returned 45 sea turtles.

Hasta ahora este año, SeaWorld Orlando ha rescatado 52 y regresado 45 tortugas.

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

Tortuga todos rescata material producido por SeaWorld bajo FWS permiso número MA7701911. 

 Disclosure: I was provided with the information in this post by SeaWorld Orlando. 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.

Sheryl Crow and family graced @SeaWorld for the St Patrick's Day #Bands #Brews #BBQ Festival

Remember the Bands, Brew & BBQ Festival I mentioned in a post some weeks ago.
 Sheryl Crow and family graced @SeaWorld with their presence for  the St Patrick's Day celebration before her performance.

 Orlando, Fla. (March 18, 2013) – Sheryl Crow and family spent St. Patrick’s Day at SeaWorld Orlando prior to her performance during the park’s Bands, Brew & BBQ Festival.

Photo Captions Sheryl Crow and Family at SeaWorld Orlando: Sheryl Crow and her sons, Levi and Wyatt, not only got to “soak up the sun” in Orlando on St. Patrick’s Day, but also were able to meet Clyde, a California sea lion and huge Sheryl Crow fan.

Crow performed at SeaWorld Orlando’s annual Bands, Brew & BBQ festival, which featured a variety of craft brews, barbecue selections and chart-topping country and rock performances. Sheryl Crow and Sea Lion: Clyde, a California sea lion, lets Sheryl Crow know that all he wants to do is have some fun, too.

 Crow met Clyde before performing live at SeaWorld Orlando March 17 for the park’s annual Bands, Brew & BBQ festival, which featured a variety of craft brews, barbecue selections and chart-topping country and rock performances.

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

Vamos a SeaWorld para calentarse con VIVA LA MUSICA en Orlando #Musica, #festival

SEAWORLD ORLANDO SE CALIENTA CON VIVA LA MÚSICA ORLANDO

 Fla. (13 de marzo de 2013) – Los sábados son más calientes que nunca durante Viva la Música, desde el 13 de abril hasta el 4 de mayo, el mejor festival latino de la Florida Central se prende en SeaWorld Orlando.

 Este candente evento cuenta con las presentaciones en vivo de galardonados artistas Latinos y está incluido con la admisión al parque.

 Los visitantes también podrán disfrutar de la deliciosa gastronomía latina y del Caribe preparada por el Chef Ejecutivo de SeaWorld Orlando, Héctor Colón. Quien cuenta con más de 20 años de experiencia – y toda una vida deleitando con innumerables platos latinos y del Caribe. Chef Héctor Colόn le ha añadido su toque personal a algunos de sus platos tradicionales favoritos tales como arroz con gandules, arroz con pollo, habichuelas coloradas, maduros, churrasco, ceviche y alcapurrias.

 La entrada a Viva La Música está incluida con el valor de la entrada de un día al parque, la tarjeta Fun Card o con el pase anual. El festival Viva la Música comienza a las 12 del medio día los sábados y los conciertos darán iniciación a las 3 p.m. en el Bayside Stadium que se encuentra dentro del parque. Este año tendremos presentaciones de artistas de renombre tales como:

 13 de abril Daddy Yankee
 20 de abril Willie Colón
 27 de abril Grupomanía
4 de mayo El Gran Combo

 Se puede reservar los mejores asientos para cada una de las presentaciones al comprar el Viva la Música VIP Package. El VIP Package comienza en $24 dólares e incluye una comida (platillo principal y una selección adicional, ya sea ensalada, entremés o postre y una bebida no alcohólica de tamaño regular) que se encuentra dentro del festival Viva La Música o en alguno de los restaurantes de SeaWorld. Además de tener asientos reservados al frente del escenario. También es posible comprar los asientos reservados por separado comenzando en $14 con el VIP Seating. Los boletos VIP y los asientos reservados están disponibles a la venta en SeaWorld en Español.

 La mejor manera de disfrutar Viva La Música es con una tarjeta Fun Card de SeaWorld que permite a los visitantes pagar por un día y regresar cuantas veces gusten hasta el 31 de diciembre de 2013, además de disfrutar de acceso ilimitado al mejor festival latino en la Florida central y divertirse en todas las atracciones y espectáculos que ofrece SeaWorld Orlando.

 Con el Fun Card, los visitantes podrán disfrutar próximamente de la atracción más nueva en SeaWorld Orlando, Antarctica: Empire of The Penguin (inauguración el 24 de mayo). Los visitantes explorarán el misterio y la maravilla de la vida del Antártico sobre el hielo a través de los ojos de un pingüino, sintiendo la belleza de su hábitat, que algunas veces es peligroso. La tarjeta Fun Card está disponible en la entrada principal de SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorldOrlandoEspanol.com o comunicándote al (888) 800-5447.

 Las fechas y horario de los eventos, así como los artistas están sujetos a cambio.

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

Come one come all!!!!~ VIVA LA MÚSICA HEATS UP SEAWORLD ORLANDO

Come and join us

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VIVA LA MÚSICA HEATS UP SEAWORLD ORLANDO 

 Fla. (March 13, 2013) – Saturdays are hotter than ever at SeaWorld Orlando during Viva la Música, Central Florida’s can’t-miss Latin food and concert festival, April 13 through May 4.


 Come celebrate the food, fun, sights and sounds of Latin culture at this annual festival, featuring live concerts by internationally renowned Latin musical artists, all included with park admission.

 Enjoy savory Latin cuisine prepared by SeaWorld Orlando’s Executive Chef, Héctor Colón. With more than 20 years experience – and a lifetime enjoying countless Caribbean and Latin dishes – Chef Héctor Colόn has added his touch to the traditional Latin favorites such as arroz con gandules, arroz con pollo, habichuelas rojas y maduros, churrasco, ceviche, alcapurrias and bacalaítos.

 As with all SeaWorld special events, performances are included with daily admission, Fun Card or annual pass. Viva la Música festival activities begin at 12 p.m. each Saturday, with concerts starting at 3 p.m. at Bayside Stadium:

Saturday, April 13 – Daddy Yankee (reggaeton)
Saturday, April 20 – Willie Colón (salsa)
Saturday, April 27 – Grupománia (merengue)
Saturday, May 4 – El Gran Combo (salsa)

Concerts are general seating. However, reserved seating for your favorite concerts is available with the Viva la Música VIP Package. Starting at $24, this special package includes a meal (entrée and any one item from a selection of side salads, side dishes or desserts, plus a regular-sized non-alcoholic beverage) at any Viva la Música food sampling area or SeaWorld cafeteria-style restaurant, plus reserved seating -- Center Stage! VIP seating can be purchased separately starting at $14. Both packages are available at SeaWorldOrlando.com.

 The best way to experience Viva la Música is with a 2013 SeaWorld Fun Card - you can pay for a day and come back all year through Dec. 31, 2013, to enjoy unlimited admission to all SeaWorld Orlando special events. Plus, with a Fun Card, you can experience Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin, SeaWorld Orlando’s newest, must-see attraction opening May 24, as many times as you’d like! SeaWorld’s Antarctica will transport families into a rarely seen, icy world. You’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.

 For more information, visit SeaWorld website. Viva la Música event dates, times and artists are subject to change.

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

FANTASTIC SeaWorld and Scholastic Creativity in the Classroom #Education#Sweepstakes

Creativity at it's best, children will be motivated to learn! 

It is good to see an investment from the places the children enjoy and an educational institute bonding with the children's future in mind.

SEAWORLD ORLANDO AND SCHOLASTIC BRING ANTARCTICA INTO CLASSROOMS NATIONWIDE

Orlando, Fla. (February 7, 2013) – After four months, SeaWorld Orlando announces its collaboration with Scholastic, the global children’s publishing, education, and media company, to launch a new digital hub featuring science and math activities for students in grades K-5 all about penguins and Antarctica. The site also features a live “Penguin Cam,” bringing penguins right into classrooms nationwide.

The Antarctica site provides teachers and parents with free materials to use at home or in the classroom. Parents can access family worksheets including penguin games, Antarctica-themed activities for the kitchen – as well as an “everything you need to know about penguins” guide. Educators can also access custom lesson plans featuring educational activities and games about penguins to be used in classrooms kindergarten through fifth-grade classrooms.

“Scholastic is excited to work with SeaWorld Orlando to bring classroom lessons to life,” said Ann Amstutz-Hayes, SVP Scholastic National Partnerships. “Teachers will enjoy using the free materials to teach students about penguins and the frozen continent.”

In addition to the teaching guides and informational worksheets, there are innovative features on the site including a live Penguin Cam.

The exclusive Family Voyage sweepstakes provides a chance for a family of four to win a getaway to Orlando to experience the all-new attraction opening this spring, Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin®. The sweepstakes runs through April 30, 2013.

Families can access the Scholastic and SeaWorld Orlando site.

Teachers can visit Scholastic website.

Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin® combines a state-of-the-art family adventure ride and closer-than-ever encounters with hundreds of penguins – kings, gentoos, Adelies and rockhoppers – to create Orlando’s must-see 2013 new attraction. Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin® is the biggest expansion in SeaWorld’s nearly

50-year history. It’s an all-family experience that could only come from SeaWorld and can only be found at SeaWorld Orlando®.

SeaWorld Marketing Communications Team

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

Job Well Done SeaWorld Orlando Another #Sentient #Being #Saved

We love to recognize those who are doing a WONDERFUL job of taking care of the animals or sentient beings around us!!

SeaWorld Orlando Returns Manatee to Central Florida Waters after Rehabilitation

February 6, 2013 (Orlando, Fla.) – A manatee was returned to the St. Johns River in Blue Spring State Park this morning after rehabilitating at SeaWorld Orlando for the last year.

“Slip” was brought to SeaWorld Orlando on January 4, 2012, after being rescued from Crescent Lake near Palatka, Fla., due to symptoms he suffered from cold stress. After he was medically cleared for today’s return, the park’s Animal Rescue Team transported the 21-year old manatee to Blue Spring State Park, an area well-known for its manatee population.

Slip’s health was evaluated upon arrival at the park by SeaWorld animal experts and Sea2Shore Alliance. The 1,100-pound manatee was then carried by more than a dozen people into the spring, where a group of manatees were seen swimming nearby.

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 two manatees and returned one.

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

Broll includes:• SeaWorld Orlando’s Animal Rescue team preparing adult manatee, Slip, for transport to Blue Spring State Park on February 6, 2013.

• The 21-year old manatee had been rehabilitating at SeaWorld Orlando for the past year, and was returned to the waters of the St. Johns River at Blue Spring State Park.

For more information, contact: SeaWorld Communications

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.

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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.

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