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SeaWorld announces Aquatica San Diego waterpark will transform into second Sesame Place theme park

SeaWorld announces Aquatica San Diego waterpark will transform into second Sesame Place theme park

Oct 21, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on SeaWorld announces Aquatica San Diego waterpark will transform into second Sesame Place theme park

The new park will open in San Diego in spring 2021 and will be the first Sesame Place on the West Coast.
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Aquatica Orlando becomes first waterpark designated as Certified Autism Center

Aquatica Orlando becomes first waterpark designated as Certified Autism Center

Jan 10, 2019 News, North America, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Aquatica Orlando becomes first waterpark designated as Certified Autism Center

Working closely with IBCCES, the staff at Aquatica will be continually trained to assist guests with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families, to help ensure a positive experience during...
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JCO: Theming beyond the theme park

JCO: Theming beyond the theme park

Nov 05, 2018 #75 - IAAPA 2018, 2018, Asia, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Features, IPM Interviews, Museums, North America, People, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on JCO: Theming beyond the theme park

JCO, based in St. Louis, MO, specializes in master planning and attraction design for zoos, community and commercial enterprises and theme parks, and over the course of 10 years in business has built...
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New turtle habitat and rides coming to SeaWorld and Aquatica San Antonio in 2019

New turtle habitat and rides coming to SeaWorld and Aquatica San Antonio in 2019

Oct 03, 2018 Attractions, News, North America, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on New turtle habitat and rides coming to SeaWorld and Aquatica San Antonio in 2019

SeaWorld will unveil Turtle Reef™, a fascinating habitat that will enable guests to get an up-close look at threatened and endangered sea turtles, plus learn about the threats the species face in...
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Waterparks: Sliding numbers

Waterparks: Sliding numbers

Sep 14, 2018 #74 - EME/Waterparks, 2018, Features, News, Water Parks Comments Off on Waterparks: Sliding numbers

In a time of declining attendance, it’s prime time to review the global trends of strategies being implemented and innovate our business approach and guest offerings to keep filling those wave...
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WhiteWater celebrating noteworthy 2018 at Asian Attractions Expo

WhiteWater celebrating noteworthy 2018 at Asian Attractions Expo

Jun 05, 2018 Asia, Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, News, North America, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on WhiteWater celebrating noteworthy 2018 at Asian Attractions Expo

An important and valued market for the company, Asia has become an innovator in both the theme and water park spaces as evidenced by its numerous recent park openings.
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Three Element Waterpark Attraction “Ray Rush” Opens Saturday at Aquatica Orlando

Three Element Waterpark Attraction “Ray Rush” Opens Saturday at Aquatica Orlando

May 09, 2018 News, North America, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Three Element Waterpark Attraction “Ray Rush” Opens Saturday at Aquatica Orlando

  Ray Rush, Aquatica Orlando’s anticipated new attraction will be making its grand debut to park guests on Saturday, May 12. The new attraction promises to be a fully-loaded water […]
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Taumata Racer Opens at Aquatica San Antonio March 10

Taumata Racer Opens at Aquatica San Antonio March 10

Mar 08, 2018 News, North America, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Taumata Racer Opens at Aquatica San Antonio March 10

Positioned in six side-by-side lanes, riders will zoom around a 180-degree swooping turn, and in-and-out of a tunnel before racing down the 375-foot slide and across the finish line in under 10...
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SeaWorld’s First Aquatica Waterpark Celebrates a Decade of Splashes and Thrills

SeaWorld’s First Aquatica Waterpark Celebrates a Decade of Splashes and Thrills

Mar 06, 2018 News, North America, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on SeaWorld’s First Aquatica Waterpark Celebrates a Decade of Splashes and Thrills

To commemorate the park’s special day, Aquatica commissioned the sculpting of a 22-ton sand sculpture depicting a birthday cake inspired by Aquatica’s latest addition, Ray Rush.
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Anthony Esparza Departs SeaWorld; Mike Denninger Promoted to SVP Attractions

Anthony Esparza Departs SeaWorld; Mike Denninger Promoted to SVP Attractions

Mar 01, 2018 Asia, Business, Europe & Middle East, Headlines, News, North America, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Anthony Esparza Departs SeaWorld; Mike Denninger Promoted to SVP Attractions

"Mike knows our company well and understands what brings audiences to our parks. He helped to create some of our most popular attractions . . . ."
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