Seaworld San Diego- First Look at Explorers Reef

Seaworld San Diego- A Frist Look at Explorers Reef.

 As part of Seaworld's 50th Anniversary, "A Sea of Surprises" the park in San Diego made some massive changes to their entrance plaza. While the Grand Opening of Explorers Reef isn't until March 21st, Seaworld San Diego has been opening the area slowly to guests. We where lucky enough to be invited to visit Seaworld San Diego but even more to our surprise the new area of Explorers Reef has just soft opened, much to our delight.

Seaworld Orlando-New "Shamu Up Close" Highlights Training

Seaworld Orlando Highlights Training at New "Shamu Up Close".

Image from Orlando Sentinel

 While Shamu Stadium goes through a series of upgrades during Central Florida's slowest season, the team of trainers at Seaworld Orlando are pushing the highlight of their Killer Whales to Training and Education.

 Trainers talk about animal training and educate the public on the behaviors of the animals both for show and medical purposes. Allowing guests and up close and personal view of Orca's actions, while learning facts about these animals.

 This new program is slated to last through April but could remain beyond the re-opening of Shamu Stadium. It's located next to Shamu Stadium and viewing remains open between trainer talks, the underwater viewing area is also open during this time. There is no additional charge for "Shamu Up Close" outside of park admission.

 Renovations to Shamu Stadium include replacing the heavy acrylic panels, repainting of the pool as well as other minor fixes required over time. This standard maintenance has nothing to do with the Blackfish and is normal for the age of the stadium.

"Wild Days" comes to Seaworld Orlando Weekends

 "Wild Days" comes to Seaworld Orlando for the next Three Weekends.

 Seaworld Orlando's new weekend programing, called "Wild Days", returns it's focus to education, conversation and protection. Starting on January 11th, guests can experience interactive and education programing about some of Seaworld Orlando's animal ambassadors as well as everyone's fan favorites.  Guest's can meet leaders in animal rescue, education and rehabilitation during this event as well as get up close views of some of the animals. 

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