Category: Universal / Sea World
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A Day In Paradise: Discovery Cove
We’ve wanted to visit Discovery Cove ever since we first heard about it, and it was everything we were looking for while on vacation – intimate, uncrowded, and relaxing. Continue after the break to learn more about our day in paradise snorkeling with tropical fishes and rays, swimming with dolphins, and drifting down the laziest…
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Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld Orlando
Last week we went to the 2010 opening of Halloween Spooktacular at SeaWorld Orlando. Halloween Spooktacular is held October 9. 10, 16. 17, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31, 2010 and begins at 12 pm. This is a great way for families to trick or treat without the added cost of a special ticket for the…
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Discovery Cove Opening Grand Reef for June 2011
Discovery Cove, the all-inclusive boutique park across the street from SeaWorld Orlando, celebrated its 10th Anniversary this year. On Wednesday, October 13th, the park announced the building of a new area behind the Dolphin Encounter called the Grand Reef. This new area will supplement the popular tropical reef where guests can snorkel with over 10,000…
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Video: New Killer Whale Born At SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando had a new family member join them on Saturday, October 9 when the 34-year old killer whale named Katina gave birth to a 7-foot long, 350-pound calf. Continue after the break for SeaWorld’s video of the birth. Image: 34-year old killer whale Katina swims with her new calf as it takes one of…
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Harry Potter and the Stifling Horde: Summer 2010 Review
When planning our 2010 family summer vacation there was no question where we were headed. My girls, Maggie (age 12) and Evie (age 9), are huge Harry Potter fans. When they heard about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter opening at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure, they begged and pleaded to go. We knew it…
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SeaWorld Orlando Up Close
Have you ever wished to see behind the scenes at SeaWorld Orlando in Florida? Last month I was able to do just that – I went backstage and experienced several different areas of the park. SeaWorld offers six different tours and 3 animal connection programs. I am sure you could find one the entire family would enjoy. I know…
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Show Director Mike Aiello: Universal Orlando’s Face of Fear
Take a handful of creative types, chain them in a room with an ink board and yellow legal pad, and what do you get? Halloween Horror Nights, one of the most terrifying, nightmarish, and outrageous Halloween events in the country. Recently, I was able to talk with Universal Orlando’s Mike Aiello, Show Director for Halloween…