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SeaWorld Orlando is a marine-themed park in south-central Orange County, Fla., owned and operated by Busch Entertainment Corp., a division of Anheuser-Busch Cos. The 200+ acre park opened in 1973 and last year had had a reported attendance of 5.7 million visitors and a total employment of approximately 5,000. SeaWorld features shows, hands-on exhibits, aquariums, rides, restaurants and stores.The signature show stars a killer whale known as Shamu. Rides range from several designed for small children to Central Florida's tallest and fastest roller coaster, Kraken. SeaWorld and its animal care specialists also are known for their marine animal rescue and conservation efforts, most notably to s...
SeaWorld Orlando is a marine-themed park in south-central Orange County, Fla., owned and operated by Busch Entertainment Corp., a division of Anheuser-Busch Cos. The 200+ acre park opened in 1973 and last year had had a reported attendance of 5.7 million visitors and a total employment of approximately 5,000. SeaWorld features shows, hands-on exhibits, aquariums, rides, restaurants and stores.The signature show stars a killer whale known as Shamu. Rides range from several designed for small children to Central Florida's tallest and fastest roller coaster, Kraken. SeaWorld and its animal care specialists also are known for their marine animal rescue and conservation efforts, most notably to save manatees and dolphins.
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Deal of the week: Military discounts at Disney World
Military discounts for Walt Disney World What's the deal: Orlando, Fla., is a great vacation spot for members of the U.S. military, thanks to a number of discount offers. These discounts allow active military members to go on vacation without breaking...Tags: Armed Forces, Tampa, Trips and Vacations, Wars and Interventions, Defense
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Trapped in servitude far from their homes
After journeying across an ocean and a continent - from the tiny Pacific isle of Chuuk to rural Ashburn, Ga. - Gloria Likiche was surprised to find herself working the graveyard shift at a nursing home, emptying bedpans for $5.50 an hour and eating so...Tags: Homes, Executive Branch, Charlotte, Nursing, Occupations
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New summer attractions at Florida theme parks
South Florida ParentingWalt Disney World Resort Those visiting Walt Disney World in Orlando this summer will be among the first to see a few new attractions opening at Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom. Among them are the second Dumbo the Flying Elephant ride and an indoor...Tags: Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Busch Gardens Tampa, Blue Man Group, Universal CityWalk, Spider-Man (fictional character)
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Orlando summer travel: Tourism industry hopes new attractions drive up number of vacationers
With the unofficial start of summer travel behind us, Orlando's tourism industry is looking forward to a 2012 season that could be a bit hotter — from a business perspective — than last year's.
Hotel bookings are stronger this year, even...Tags: Orange County Convention Center, Trips and Vacations, Memorial Day, Rentals, Orlando Hotels
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Land of the free: Memorial Day freebies, discounts
South Florida Sun-SentinelHundreds of retailers offer discounts for Memorial Day of 10 percent or more to active duty and retired U.S. military, National Guard and reservists and veterans. In some cases, spouses and families members are included, too. Many military discounts aren’...Tags: Anheuser-Busch, Armed Forces, Busch Gardens Tampa, Wars and Interventions, Veterans Day
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Slow season not so slow for Legoland; parks roll out summer deals
After weathering its first winter in Central Florida, Legoland Florida is likely to tweak its operating hours next year. The theme park, which was closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the off-season, expects to open more days during next year's...
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Freebies, military discounts on Memorial Day
Hundreds of retailers and restaurants offer Memorial Day discounts to veterans, active duty and retired U.S. military, National Guard and reservists. In some cases, spouses and families members are included. Many discounts aren't publicized, so ask if one...Tags: Anheuser-Busch, Busch Gardens Tampa, Memorial Day, General Motors Corp., Coconut Creek
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Discovery Cove: Admission now includes SeaWorld and Aquatica
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelDiscovery Cove, the swim-with-dolphins tropical resort, has upped its side benefits. Customers now get passes to two sister attractions – SeaWorld Orlando theme park and Aquatica water park — for 14 days. Previously, guests had to choose... -
Discovery Cove: Admission now includes SeaWorld and Aquatica passes
Discovery Cove, the swim-with-dolphins tropical resort, has upped its side benefits. Customers now get passes to two sister attractions -- SeaWorld Orlando theme park and Aquatica water park -- for 14 days. Previously, guests had to choose between...
Tags: Aquatica, Trips and Vacations, Discovery Cove, Theme Park Vacations, Amusement and Theme Parks
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SeaWorld Orlando rescues dolphin calf in Volusia County
SeaWorld Orlando rescued a bottlenose dolphin calf Sunday that was stranded in Volusia County, the theme park said Monday. The male calf, which weighed less than 35 pounds, was found in shallow waters under a mangrove at Three Sisters Island, south of...
Tags: New Smyrna Beach, Amusement and Theme Parks
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Time to start voting for Dorney Park's Hydra for "Insane Coaster Wars"
TV WatchersDo you think Dorney Park's Hydra is one of the best coasters with multiple inversions? You can start voting today through May 25 to help the twisting coaster tp win in the new Travel Channel series “Insane Coaster Wars.” The...... -
Dorney's Hydra to compete on "Insane Coaster Wars"
TV WatchersDorney Park's Hydra is one of the wild roller coasters that viewers can vote on in the new Travel Channel series “Insane Coaster Wars.” And two coasters at nearby Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ also will be featured.......
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