Silver, Gold and Platinum Pass Members receive
discounts on zoological experiences, including special up-close
encounters and interactions with dolphins
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ORLANDO,
Fla., April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/
-- National Dolphin Day is this Sunday,
April 14th, and SeaWorld is inviting guests to
celebrate by diving into unique up-close encounters and
interactions with the ocean's most playful ambassadors – and one of
the most popular animals at the SeaWorld parks. In addition to
daily educational sessions and presentations, guests can purchase
special add-on experience packages for once-in-a-lifetime dolphin
interactions. Plus, Silver, Gold and Platinum Pass Members can take
advantage of discounts up to 20% off zoological experiences.
For an immersive, dolphin-inspired day, guests can check out the
Animal Experience options at the parks, including opportunities to
meet the world-class animal care team, participate in a training
session and feeding, learn different hand signals used to
communicate, and get a front row seat to enrichment activities and
playtime. Guests can also go all-in with the option to be a Trainer
for the Day, joining the team of zoological experts for a unique,
action-packed, behind-the-seas experience.
Daily presentations in the parks, included with park admission,
explore dolphins' natural behaviors, the traits they've evolved to
help them survive and thrive as well as what's behind their
playfulness and how it helps with research and discoveries. Guests
who want the best view of the presentations have the opportunity to
purchase Reserved Seating, where available.
And, while on the surface, it may all look like fun and games,
SeaWorld's expert animal care team is serious about its commitment
to providing the highest standards of care, focusing on the
physical, social, behavioral and mental needs of each species in
its care. SeaWorld is a global leader in animal welfare, training,
and veterinary care, and is one of the leading marine animal rescue
organizations in the world with a legacy of rescuing and caring for
animals that spans nearly 60 years, including coming to the aid of
over 41,000 animals in need. In addition, the SeaWorld Conservation
Fund has supported and funded dolphin research and conservation
projects around the world.
"At SeaWorld, our mission extends beyond our parks and resonates
across oceans, aiding dolphins in the wild," said Dr. Chris Dold, chief zoological officer of United
Parks & Resorts. "Through our tireless efforts in
rehabilitation and research, we're not just caring for dolphins,
but also helping to safeguard their future and the health of our
marine ecosystem. Our team's expertise, coupled with our
conservation partners, enables us to ensure dolphins thrive in
their natural habitats for generations to come."
Aiding in Dolphin Rescues, Returns and Providing Expert
Veterinary Care
SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal
rescue organizations in the world with trusted rescue teams on the
West Coast, East Coast and Texas
gulf. SeaWorld Rescue Teams are on call 24/7 to help ill, injured
or orphaned animals in need of expert care with the goal of
rehabilitation and returning them to the wild. The small percentage
of animals with conditions deeming them non-releasable are given
lifelong expert care at with SeaWorld or at another accredited
facility.
Throughout its history, SeaWorld has come to the aid of nearly
600 dolphins, whales, and porpoises. As part of its legacy of
rescue work, SeaWorld has developed a unique dolphin care system
and has pioneered significant dolphin veterinary advancements
involving custom nebulizers, blood parameters, milk matrix,
intubations, surgeries, stem cells and more.
Best Way to Play
The best way to learn about and
experience dolphins and other marine animals up close, take in the
SeaWorld 60th Anniversary Celebrations and explore "So
Much More to Sea" this year is with an Annual Pass. Annual
Passholders enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits like
exclusive access to new events and attractions, FREE parking, FREE
guest tickets, access to special VIP events, savings on merchandise
and more! Guests are invited to check out the park's local webpages
for special offers on tickets and passes – SeaWorld Orlando,
SeaWorld San Antonio and SeaWorld San Diego.
About SeaWorld
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme
park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that
matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care
about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the
parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal
encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning
marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and
exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has
advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks
through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is
Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance
of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos
and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue
organizations in the world, helping more than 41,000 animals to
date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation
established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to
advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park
proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation
commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San
Antonio, San Diego and
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
(UAE). SeaWorld is part of the United Parks & Resorts (NYSE:
PRKS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit
us at SeaWorld.com.
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