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Wishful thinking: Could Disney dive into swim lessons, too?
Theme Park Rangers» Orlando Sentinel – Theme Park RangersFellow Theme Park Ranger Dewayne broke the news yesterday that Aquatica will offer swim lessons this summer. My first thought was “How much will that cost?” And then, “Wouldn’t it be cool if Disney could do it, too?”... -
Orlando World Center Marriott offers family package
Postcards from FloridaThe highlight of the deal, which runs through year's end, is that the hotel guarantees a connecting room for the kids. Here's the hotel's pitch: The Orlando family vacation connection begins at the Four Diamond Orlando World Center Marriott Resort where... -
Florida residents awash in water-park ticket options
Theme Park Rangers - Orlando SentinelThis blistering weather has me thinking about water parks. Trying to figure out which one is the best deal got me a little hot under the collar though. There are many variations in the ticketing, from annual passes to weekday deals to half-day/half-... -
Pictures: Aquatica’s Omaka Rocka slide coming soon
Theme Park Rangers» Orlando Sentinel – Theme Park RangersA trip to Aquatica, SeaWorld's water park, last week revealed the almost-ready state of Omaka Rocka, which represents the attraction's first addition since it opened in 2008. The photo above is of the entrance to the slide. It looked ready to go &#... -
Relief effort: Dine and travel for Chile’s earthquake victims
Hispanosphere» Orlando Sentinel – HispanosphereAn Orlando businessman is hosting a fundraiser this Saturday to help the victims of the earthquake and tsunami that struck Chile on February 27. The event will include a buffet-style dinner of Brazilian food and a charity raffle of several vacation... -
SeaWorld’s Aquatica: New water slide Omaka Rocka now open
Theme Park Rangers» Orlando Sentinel – Theme Park RangersOmaka Rocka, the water slide that represents the first expansion of Aquatica, SeaWorld's water park, is now open to guests. The attraction, which shares a loading platform with Whanau Way near the waves pools, features funnels and half-pipe action in... -
Take a look at Aquatica’s “ultimate” cabana
Theme Park Rangers» Orlando Sentinel – Theme Park RangersMy Calendar column for this week is about two new features at Aquatica, SeaWorld's water park. There's the new water slide called Omaka Rocka (very splashy with a hint of snowboarding) and more cabanas — specifically the “premium” and &#... -
Memorial Day discounts for military
In Honor of Those Who Serve, local businesses would like to say "Thank You" for your service by offering special discounts for Memorial Day. (This list is ongoing, please check back for updates and additions.) Some discounts are offered all year long....Tags: U.S. Army, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Military, The Home Depot, International Drive
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SeaWorld, Aquatica, Discovery Cove plan seasonal hiring
SeaWorld Orlando and sister attractions Aquatica and Discovery Cove are planning to hire approximately 200 people soon for seasonal positions. There will be a wide range of jobs open at the three parks, including lifeguards, spots in dining areas,...
Tags: Discovery Cove, SeaWorld, Amusement and Theme Parks
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Florida Travel Tips & Deals
Special CorrespondentCheck this list often as new tips, events and deals around Florida come in: Culinary features on Anna Maria Island Mainsail Beach Inn on Florida’s Anna Maria Island has partnered with the Beach Bistro to offer a number of culinary luxuries to...Tags: Churchill Downs, USA Today, Pet Services, Canoeing and Kayaking, Pink (singer)
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Top 20 water parks in the world
By now, everybody knows what to expect from your standard-issue ho-hum water park: body and tube slide complexes with funnels and bowls, deluge-inducing water play towers for the little ones, undulating wave pools and relaxing lazy rivers. Photos: 20...
Tags: Amusement (movie), Climbing, Social Media, United Arab Emirates, Wet 'n' Wild
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It's time for a water coaster in Southern California
Southern California is long overdue for a water coaster. For the uninitiated, a water coaster is a water park slide that mimics the ups and downs of a traditional roller coaster with the help of conveyor belts, water jets or magnetic propulsion....
Tags: South Korea, Social Media, Trips and Vacations, Memorial Day, Travel
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