Even though the theme parks are open, SeaWorld Orlando is facing financial burdens brought upon by the global pandemic. SeaWorld Orlando is laying off many furloughed employees at both their theme parks and corporate offices. According to the Orlando Sentinel, nearly 1,900 furloughed employees permanently lost their jobs this month at
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Disney & Universal call on California Governor to reopen theme parks
The state of California has recently changed its reopening process to a tiered system. This system, however, does not include guidelines for reopening theme parks. The Orange County Register is reporting that an organization representing California theme parks is calling on Governor Newsom to reopen the state’s theme parks. The
SeaWorld Lays Off Most Furloughed Employees
Even though the theme parks are open, SeaWorld Orlando is facing financial burdens brought upon by the global pandemic. SeaWorld Entertainment is laying off many furloughed employees at both their theme parks and corporate offices. This latest round of layoffs comes as the company tried to recover from revenue and
Florida Governor Supports Expanding Theme Park Capacity
During a roundtable discussion at Universal Orlando with leaders from Universal, Walt Disney World, and SeaWorld, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said the state would support theme parks increasing capacity. Florida theme parks like Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World Resort, and SeaWorld have been operating at reduced capacity since they reopened
SeaWorld gets permission to reopen before Disneyland or Universal
SeaWorld in San Diego has received permission to reopen. This permission comes under provisions made for zoos, not amusement parks. The outdoor areas of the park will be open to guests, however, the indoor aquariums and rides will remain closed. The state-issued guidelines for zoos include social distancing protocols and
Thousands of Disney World Employees are still furloughed
In Central Florida, thousands of employees remain sidelined even as the theme parks have reopened for business. Some are unsure if they will ever go back to their old jobs. At SeaWorld Orlando, the company has advertised to hire some new workers when it hasn’t recalled all the furloughed employees,
Florida Governor Lifts Travel Restrictions on NY, NJ, and CT Travelers
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order lifting restrictions on people visiting Florida from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Tri-State area travelers no longer have to quarantine for 14 days upon arrival to the Sunshine State. (No more waiting two whole weeks to visit Walt Disney World!) .@GovRonDeSantis
“Light Up The Sky” With SeaWorld This Fourth Of July
SeaWorld is celebrating Fourth of July weekend and you can catch “SeaWorld Light Up The Sky” on three different nights. This new physically distant fireworks spectacular will be included with park admission and will be held on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th for more chances to see it. To promote social
Does SeaWorld have bankruptcy concerns
The last few months have presented new obstacles for SeaWorld Orlando due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For instance, the Orlando theme park has received multiple lien filings over the past few weeks. It’s led people to question the future of SeaWorld, which is why some experts claim bankruptcy could be
SeaWorld Aquatica and Discovery Cove Parks in Orlando Set to Reopen June 11th
SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc., one of the world’s leading theme park and entertainment companies, announced today a phased reopening (with capacity limitations) of SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove on June 11, 2020. The reopening of the parks will include enhanced health and safety protocols for cleaning and sanitizing, physical distancing,
VP & Florida Governor discuss theme park opening this Wednesday
Two months after the closure of Orlando theme parks, the state of Florida is currently making its way through the first phase of reopening businesses. The COVID-19 pandemic changed our daily lives and we’re slowly returning to normal activity while complying with CDC safety guidelines. Vice President Mike Pence is
Orange County Mayor doesnt think the theme parks will open till June
Across the nation, theme parks have been closed since mid-March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Orlando is the theme park capitol of America and it’s been over two months since anyone has visited Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando, or SeaWorld Orlando. Even though businesses are beginning to return in
Orlando Theme Park Accident and Injury Report for 1st Quarter of 2020
The theme parks in central Florida are required to submit an Accident and Injury report to the State of Florida for their theme parks. The theme parks in the area are required to disclose health problems/injuries on rides if guests were hospitalized for at least 24 hours. This is part
Construction liens filed against SeaWorld Orlando
A Winter Park construction firm, Wilsten Group, claims that SeaWorld Orlando owes them money for construction work. Wilsten Group filed three construction liens against SeaWorld this week. According to the Orange County Comptroller’s records, Wilsten Group says SeaWorld owes them nearly $225,000 for construction work. It’s not uncommon to hear
