It's a little more diversified than I was thinking, must of just been a coincidence today, (but there is a lot of South American animals on there overall.) I'll keep digging. Thanks!
I completely agree. Hopefully they will have an animal exhibit nearby with it too. Or, I am hoping if they go with the Sea Rescue theme, they still have the animal interactions in that area throughout the day. I like the rides a lot too, but I don't like them getting rid of the animals to add rides.I know I am in the minority here. I loved SeaWorld for all the animal experiences. To see more and more rides coming is just awful.
The Sea Garden has been an amazing place for Animal Connections. 3 to 4 times a day a group of animals came out where guest could get close, get cool pictures, learn their stories and how they can help. Sometimes you could even pet the animals too. Wonderful people work in the Sea Garden and they love telling the animals story. This was a very special experience. And the smiles you saw on peoples faces was priceless. The Sea Garden does what SeaWorld is all about. Touching the heart to teach the mind. Inspiring people. The sea garden should be untouched and left just the way it is. Continue to inspire people.
Sure Mako is a fine coaster but be honest it does not touch peoples heart or inspire them. Most people go on that coaster to get a thrill ride in. Not to learn something.
Well, they kind of did that with Mako, the only hyper coaster in town. And Antarctica was a swing and a miss, but still the only trackless dark ride of its kind in Orlando. Maybe they should just try a regular 'ol crowdpleaser this time around.I wouldn't want a rapids ride when both competitors have one. I fail to see how that will be much of attendance boost to sea world. I think they should be spending the money on attractions you can only experience at sea world.
That's what I keep thinking about a rapids ride. Popeye is my favorite. They would have to be able to compete with it. If it's as short as Congo at Busch, I will be disappointed. It needs good theming too. I think they should take the Terrace building away, except the lounge unless it is moved somewhere else, because I can't imagine it being a long ride with that there. I'd like to see them keep some of the landscaping and animal areas, maybe for part of a que. But hopefully at least be shaded.Any word on when Kraken will go down yet?
Less than 3 months out now and I'm not sure if my favourite Orlando coaster will be operational or not. There's plenty other options like, but I'd like to know if I will be able to ride it.
In fact....Seaworld seem very lax about all of their 2017 offerings. You'd think they'd want it all done for Spring to get more value for their money.
Rapids would be a nice option for 2018...but fans naturally compare. With Popeye up the road, can they put in the required length and theming to make it seem anything other than a letdown?
Well there is a Sea World with a rapids ride somewhere...I think it's called Shipwreck rapidsThat's what I keep thinking about a rapids ride. Popeye is my favorite. They would have to be able to compete with it. If it's as short as Congo at Busch, I will be disappointed. It needs good theming too. I think they should take the Terrace building away, except the lounge unless it is moved somewhere else, because I can't imagine it being a long ride with that there. I'd like to see them keep some of the landscaping and animal areas, maybe for part of a que. But hopefully at least be shaded.
Sorry, I haven't the foggiest when Kraken is going down, or for how long. Supposedly they want to re-do the queue, but hopefully they can re-route guests and keep the attraction open during that period (or most of it.)Any word on when Kraken will go down yet?
San Diego, and it looks like the same kind of attraction I think we can expect in Orlando, although different theming perhaps. (Which would make sense, since there's some overlap with Shipwreck Rapids and Mako. Both have vehicles traveling through a hole in the side of a boat.)Well there is a Sea World with a rapids ride somewhere...I think it's called Shipwreck rapids
Sorry, I haven't the foggiest when Kraken is going down, or for how long. Supposedly they want to re-do the queue, but hopefully they can re-route guests and keep the attraction open during that period (or most of it.)
Part 2:
Inside, the Terrace Bar is open, serving beer, soda, and snacks...
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The Pass Member Lounge is open as well...
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But Terrace BBQ is closed, which explains why it was taken off the sign outside:
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Outside, the patio overlooks a beautiful and quiet pond... for now
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As much as I’d love a new ride, this was my favorite quiet place to relax in the park, and I’ll miss it:
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On the far left of the area, is where Ambassadors were showing animals:
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As I said yesterday, it's my understanding that they will continue to bring out animals in front of this area, just outside of the gardens once construction starts
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Many of the animals live in the old barn behind this area, where the Budweiser Clydesdale horses used to be. I believe this stable will remain even after the new ride comes, so they can keep their home:
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The nearby flamingo pond may remain as well, but all of the surrounding gardens will be turned into a new ride:
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Whatever the new attraction will be, it will probably have something to do with conservation:
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That's all for now. Will post when I learn anything new or spot any changes.
I was beginning to wonder about that. I'm really happy, it's the only attraction at SeaWorld that I like!Sky Tower is open. Hallelujah
Free, though I think it use to be an upcharge attraction.Glad to hear it's open. It's an upcharge attraction though right? Or am I thinking of another park?
Do you think we will have an announcement soon?Sea Garden/Terrace is expected to close on April 14th.