Dolphin Delight -- Guests experience the wonder of dolphins through hands-on experiences and feeding at Key West at SeaWorld.

This 2.1-acre lagoon is home for a large community of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins and features above-water feeding opportunities, as well as underwater viewing.

 

The Monster of All Coasters -- Thrill seekers enjoy a spin on Kraken, SeaWorld Orlando's "floorless" roller coaster. Named after a legendary sea monster, this wickedly fast serpent coaster breaks all Orlando records, including tallest, fastest, longest and wildest.

The new KRAKEN! roller coaster (see Roller Coaster links) at SeaWorld has received rave reviews with thrill seekers from Florida and from around the world.

It's just you and the monster...over 4,000 feet of track, speeds of 65 miles an hour, 7 inversions and extreme g-forces over water and underground. Dare to tame the beast, Kraken!

 

Nice to Meet You -- Seventh-grader Ashley Perez and her father Arnie meet Terry, a 1,600-pound false killer whale, as SeaWorld animal trainer Kristen McMahon-Van Oss assists the introductions.

The Perez family came face-to-face with the immense marine animal in SeaWorld Orlando's new False Killer Whale Interaction Program.

Whale of a Friendship -- Shamu the killer whale spins SeaWorld animal trainer Caroline Gibbs during the Shamu Adventure show.

SeaWorld trainers have worked for years to build a special relationship with these majestic animals.

"Journey To Atlantis" Splash Zone! -- Guests get soaked as they plunge down the first of two 60-foot drops of Journey to Atlantis, SeaWorld Orlando's water-coaster thrill ride. Journey to Atlantis hurtles riders through a breathtaking mythological city amid torrents of water, careering coaster effects and heart-pounding, splashdown drops.

 

It's A Pirate's Tale -- SeaWorld animal trainer Eric Lang and his first mate, Clyde the sea lion, rehearse for the sea lion and otter show "Clyde and Seamore Take Pirate Island."

SeaWorld's flippered family of sea lions, walrus and sea otters team up for the uproarious swashbuckling adventure.

And so much more...

A day at SeaWorld is long remembered by kids and adults alike. A fascinating and fun place which mixes educational experiences with great entertainment and spectacular thrills.

 

In May, 2005 SeaWorld Adventure Park will open Blue Horizons, a theatrical experience taking viewers to a mystical place where sea meets sky through the showcasing of acrobatic dolphins and whales, soaring birds and leaping waters. More info..

SeaWorld Adventure Park Tickets:

SeaWorld Admission Tickets - Buy online now! - When purchasing tickets to an Anheuser-Busch Theme Park you can select from admission to SeaWorld for singel or multiple days, (single day SeaWorld admission tickets), a Busch Gardens/SeaWorld Combo ticket) and Orlando Flex tickets including Sea World Adventure Park Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Consider the 5 Park Orlando Flex-Ticket which include 14 Consecutive Days of Unlimited Admission to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure Theme Park, SeaWorld Adventure Park Orlando, Wet-N-Wild Water Park plus Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. The 5-Park Orlando Flex-Ticket also includes free unlimited use of the round-trip shuttle service to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay from Orlando.

Makahiki Luau - In The Waterfront at SeaWorld's SeaFire Inn. A bountiful, nightly celebration featuring the ancient customs, rhythmic music and dance, authentic costumes and cuisine of the Pacific Islands. Experience the enchantment of the South Seas at Orlando's hottest night spot, the Makahiki Luau, presented nightly at Sea World! From the moment the Big Kahuna welcomes you, the action is non stop in this festive, fiery display of man's co-existence with the earth and sea. SeaWorld admission and parking are not required for guests attending the Makahiki Luau only. Authentic Polynesian Island-Style Luau Dinner, Refreshing Island Cocktails Reservations Required

Where to Stay?

Official Hotels of SeaWorld Adventure Park Orlando

- Renaissance Orlando Resort at Sea World. Situated adjacent to SeaWorld, and the new Discovery Cove Dolphin encounter park. Impeccable comfort and great service beckon at the Renaissance Sea World Resort. The highlight of this hotel is a dazzling sunlit atrium, standing 10 stories high; it is among the world's largest tropical atrium lobbies. Exuding charm and warmth, the hotel's guestrooms are beautifully appointed and reflect the elegant atmosphere that characterizes this property. Very convenient to SeaWorld, Discovery Cove, the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando Airport and the other major attractions in Central Florida.

- Hilton Garden Inn Orlando at SeaWorld International Center - centrally located near area attractions and across from SeaWorld. Hilton Garden Inn Orlando at Sea World Hotel is within walking distance to SeaWorld and only a half a mile from Discovery Cove. Walt Disney World and Universal Studios are conveniently accessible by the hotel's Complimentary Transportation Service. Orange County Convention Center is one mile away

- Courtyard by Marriott - Choose Courtyard by Marriott, and you'll get everything you'd expect from the hotel designed by business travelers. A comfortable place to rest and relax. Room to work, recharge and get ready for the day ahead. At Courtyard by Marriott, we'll surround you with all the conveniences that make business travel easy.

- Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Orlando International Drive - Fairfield Inn is Marriott's award winning economy lodging chain featuring clean, convenient, quality accommodations - all for a great value. The Fairfield Inn and Suites is located just one block east of world famous International Drive. Complimentary shuttle service is provided to and from SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Orlando and Wet'n Wild. The Disney parks are eight miles southwest of the hotel. At Fairfield Inn you can always count on a friendly welcome at an affordable price. You can expect more.

- JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes - Visually stunning and within minutes of the area's most popular attractions including SeaWorld Adventure Park Orlando, the one thousand room JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes represents the highest level of Marriott luxury. Behind a rich tapestry of Old World Spanish style architecture, a twenty-first century resort emerges to capture the imagination of all who visit. Adjacent to The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes, the JW Marriott Resort is located on five hundred acres of lush, tropical landscaping. Features include an elegant spa, fine restaurants, Greg Norman designed championship golf course and spectacular lagoon-inspired pool - all are magnets for guests seeking the perfect Orlando vacation experience.

- Orlando World Center Marriott - We're surrounded by a stunning 18-hole championship golf course, with a full-service golf shop and pro at your service. Eight-lighted tennis courts and four swimming pools are attractions in their own right. Our landscaped, five-acre activities court also features sand volleyball courts and basketball. A challenging 18-hole miniature golf course puts your putt to the test. And our complimentary health club invites you to re-energize. Or how about unwinding with a pre-dinner massage? With nine restaurants and lounges, your dining choices go beyond expectation...to pure magic.

- Residence Inn by Marriott SeaWorld International Center - At Residence Inn, we have perfected the extended stay experience by combining features guests want from a traditional hotel with all the comforts of home. Our spacious suites offer separate living and sleeping areas plus a fully equipped kitchen. The Residence Inn Orlando SeaWorld is conveniently located one half mile from Discovery Cove and SeaWorld Orlando with complimentary transportation provided to these attractions, Universal Studios and Wet-n-Wild. Downtown Orlando is nine miles north of the hotel.

Marriott Villas and Vacation Rentals:

- Marriott's Cypress Harbour Resort -Set like a jewel in the heart of Orlando, a short twenty-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport, Marriott Cypress Harbour boasts an ideal location amid peaceful and serene surroundings. On site amenities include a cocktail lounge, concierge services, outdoor pool, a fitness facility, whirlpool, sauna, and tennis.

- Marriott's Grande Vista Resort - Surrounded by lush, tropical landscaping, these villas are beautifully appointed with attention to comfort and convenience. On site amenities include an exercise room, outdoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, tennis, a nine-hole golf course and several restaurants.

- Horizons Orlando by Marriott Vacation Club - Enjoy the free form swimming pool and sundeck, the fitness center and sauna, hot tubs, two lighted tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, and barbecue and picnic areas. With so much to do on site you may not want to leave the property! Guests also can enjoy the amenities at adjacent Orlando World Center Marriott.

- Marriott's Royal Palms Resort - Enjoy the free-form swimming pool and sundeck, the fitness center and sauna, hot tubs, two lighted tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, and barbecue and picnic areas. With so much to do on site you may not want to leave the property! Guests also can enjoy the amenities at adjacent Orlando World Center Marriott.

- Marriott's Sabal Palms Resort - The sunshine and blue skies of central Florida offer a perfect backdrop for seeking poolside serenity or nearby golf and tennis recreation. Lush landscape and meandering paths framed by elegant royal palms define the feel of Florida at this majestic resort.

More Accommodation Choices:

• Sheraton World Resort Orlando - Sheraton World is a year-round resort on 28 tropical acres within walking distance of SeaWorld, and a half-mile from Orange County Convention Center. The hotel is 12 miles from Orlando International Airport and just minutes from Walt Disney World® Resort and Universal Studios. Sheraton World's outstanding facilities include three heated outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center and 45,000 square feet of meeting space.

Discount Airfare to Orlando:

Discount Airfare to Orlando International Airport (MCO) - Beautiful airport just east of SeaWorld

Orlando Rental Car Reservations - Low rates for rental cars.

 

Summer 2005:

SEAWORLD ORLANDO UNVEILS NEW GENRE OF ENTERTAINMENT WITH BREAKTHROUGH DOLPHIN SPECTACULAR

Park Collaborates with Broadway Masterminds to Create Innovative "Blue Horizons"

ORLANDO, Fla. SeaWorld Orlando introduces a new breed of animal show - the likes of which have never before been seen with the opening of "Blue Horizons." Now showing, this breakthrough theatrical spectacular unites sea and sky with visions of Broadway as it showcases majestic animals, spirited performers and exotic birds.

To create this dynamic show, SeaWorld collaborated with the entertainment mecca's most inventive and artistic experts, marrying great theatrical extravagance - seen in the larger-than-life set, dramatic costuming and intriguing show development - with the awe-inspiring feats of SeaWorld's renowned animals and trainers.

A young girl's vivid imagination sets the stage for an extravaganza of graceful dolphins, ominous false killer whales and a rainbow of exotic birds including blue and gold macaws, blue-throated macaws, a flock of sun conures and an Andean condor. In a show filled with action both above, and below, the water, a cast of Olympic-caliber divers and aerialists dressed in elaborate costumes and symbolizing sea and sky plunge off the elaborate set with amazing aerial artistry.

"Blue Horizons" is truly unique as it seamlessly blends the amazing power and grace of SeaWorld's dolphins and false killer whales with the lavish splendor of Broadway," said Stanley Meyer, "Blue Horizons" set designer and show consultant. Meyer is best known for his work designing the critically acclaimed Broadway musical, "Beauty and the Beast."

"Only SeaWorld could create such a revolutionary concept a type of show that can be seen nowhere else in the world," said Meyer. "It creates a completely new benchmark of awe-inspiring entertainment."

Meyer was responsible for creating the theatrical set design for "Blue Horizons." Using elements of the sea and sky - and a young girl's vivid imagination - as his inspiration. Meyer designed the whimsical, yet dramatic, atmosphere with an immense rising sun and hundreds of iridescent bubbles. An elaborate, 40-foot-high framework envelops the pool and balances divers and aerialists as they plunge from bungees and soar on "cloud swings."

Relying on the brilliant colors of the macaws and sun conures, renowned costume designer Tracy Christensen developed an elaborate wardrobe to transform the aerialists and divers into bird-like characters with breathtaking plumage. Christensen has an extensive Broadway background, with well-known credits to her name such "Fiddler on the Roof" and "Beauty and the Beast." She drew on those experiences to incorporate a variety of textures and fabrics never before seen in a SeaWorld show.

While these characters sway from "cloud swings" and dive off the elaborate set, the true stars of the show grace the waters below. SeaWorld's dolphins and false killer whales leap their way into this dreamy adventure with no apparent direction from trainers. Colorful macaws, a flock of sun conures and an Andean condor will soar over the audience as they ascend toward the horizon.

"Blue Horizons" is timed to a stirring, original musical score performed by members of the Seattle Symphony Orchestra.

MISTIFY

The opening of "Blue Horizons" kicks off a summer filled with exciting shows both day and night at SeaWorld Orlando. Once the sun sets below the horizon, the majesty of the sea comes to life in SeaWorld's largest nighttime finale, "Mistify." The biggest blockbuster of last summer, this amazing show is brought back by popular demand for this season.

SeaWorld's center lake is stage to the grand nighttime culmination featuring larger-than-life marine creatures on 60-foot mist screens, 100-foot fountains, flames on water and dazzling fireworks. From the shores of The Waterfront seaport village, "Mistify" soars against a backdrop of stars as it conveys the incredible power and beauty of an underwater wonderland as seen through the imagination of a young child.

SeaWorld Orlando is the world's premier marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. Millions of visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating experiences. State-of-the-art rides give guests unprecedented thrills, while amazing animal encounters include killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks and more.

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