On a seemingly ordinary day at SeaWorld Orlando, Sarah Love and her family enjoyed the thrills and attractions of the popular theme park. Among the laughter and excitement, an unexpected visitor stepped forward—a local firefighter. He approached Love, expressing concern for her newborn son, Lincoln, who appeared to have jaundice. The firefighter explained the symptoms he observed, noting that Lincoln’s ...

In the wake of Hurricane Milton’s devastation, United Parks & Resorts has launched a commendable initiative to show appreciation for the countless individuals who have worked tirelessly in recovery efforts. United Parks & Resorts’ Generous Initiative: Supporting First Responders After Hurricane Milton Understanding the immense challenges faced by first responders and lineworkers, the company has introduced a program that offers ...

The multi-national company has revealed statewide changes to the operations of its theme parks, including SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Hurricane Milton made landfall in Florida on October 8, resulting in extensive operational changes across several theme parks, including SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The hurricane, classified as a major storm, prompted closures and safety measures ...

SeaWorld Orlando recently issued an operational update ahead of Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. SeaWorld Orlando’s Response to Hurricane Milton SeaWorld Orlando informed guests that the theme parks would remain open during the storm, although this decision remains contingent on weather conditions. The park has a long-standing commitment to providing entertainment, even ...

SeaWorld Orlando just wrapped up yet another legal battle, with a Florida judge ordering the company to pay millions of dollars. Gone are the days when Shamu reigned supreme at SeaWorld’s theme parks. In the wake of Blackfish (2013)—the controversial documentary that shed light on the living conditions and mental states of killer whales in captivity—SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Diego, and ...

The theme park battle in Central Florida is about to reach epic levels, literally. With Universal Orlando about to open Epic Universe, Walt Disney World must devise something to draw guests away from its cross-town rival. It seems like Universal Orlando is dropping more information about Epic Universe every day, including bringing guests inside SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and adding more ...

This week was an eventful one for one Orlando after their pet was stolen during their trip. The words “SeaWorld” and “controversy” too often appear in the same sentence. Whether it’s SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Diego, or SeaWorld San Antonio, animal rights activists have drummed up ever-increasing dissent towards its properties due to its use of marine mammals for entertainment. ...

It’s that time of year again. The entire country finds itself in the depths of a deep freeze, and everyone is thinking about their next vacation to Florida. But even Florida is experiencing lower-than-average temperatures this week, so warm vacations may have to wait a few weeks. But it’s also that time of year when you get those holiday credit ...

Content Warning: Disney Fanatic is a family-friendly site. However, this topic is not suitable for children and should be read with caution. A guest vowed to cancel their AP to a Florida theme park after they found a loose condom in a restaurant, and management was indifferent—bordering on rude—to the situation. While more often than not, we cover news about ...

A recent report explains that climate change has been more instrumental in disrupting attendance and business at Disney World and other Florida theme parks than we might have realized. The Walt Disney World Resort has not had the easiest year, much like its parent corporation, the Walt Disney Company. Disney—the company—has seen massive reorganization with significant 7000-person layoffs (wherein 4000 ...