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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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
Is Disneyland one step closer to reopening?
California Governor Newsom spoke in a press conference today about the State’s theme parks and when places like Disneyland can once again reopen. According to The OC Register, state officials are “actively” working with Disneyland and other California theme parks on a “very dynamic conversation” about how to reopen. Disneyland,
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
SeaWorld Orlando Is Premiering “Flicks and Fireworks”
SeaWorld Orlando has announced a new event for one weekend only! Flicks and Fireworks will take place this weekend July 10th- 12th. Back by popular demand are their spectacular fireworks display “Light up the Sky”as well as a drive-in movie complete with food trucks. Here are the details right from SeaWorld Orlando.
“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
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
Riptide Race Construction Update At Aquatica Orlando
We were recently invited to Aquatica Orlando to check out the construction on their new slide Riptide Race. This slide is expected to open in spring 2020 and when it does it will be Florida’s first dueling water slide! As you can see construction is still happening to add the
SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival Is Returning Soon
Calling all foodies! SeaWorld Orlando is bringing back their amazing Seven Seas Food Festival! This amazing festival is packed full of amazing drinks, food, and entertainment is starting on February 7th and runs until May 5th. Great news is this year the festival will even run Fridays. SeaWorld’s Seven
