SeaWorld San Antonio

No Tricks, Just Treats as SeaWorld Dares Employees of Select Theme Parks and Zoos to Experience USA TODAY's #1 Theme Park Halloween Event SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream with a Half-Price Ticket

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. and SAN DIEGO and SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld is introducing a new offer that is especially scary this Halloween, daring employees of select theme parks and zoos to experience USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Award for the Best Theme Park Halloween Event in 2023, SeaWorld Howl-o-Scream, with a tempting half-price ticket.  The offer to face new frights and take thrills to new heights at SeaWorld is valid for employees of Universal parks in Florida and California, Six Flags parks in Texas and California, the San Antonio Zoo, Knott's Berry Farm theme park in California, and the San Diego Zoo. Howl-O-Scream is underway now in every SeaWorld park coast to coast, located in Orlando, San Antionio, and San Diego.

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  • Howl-O-Scream is underway now in every SeaWorld park coast to coast, located in Orlando, San Antionio, and San Diego.
  • "Like Howl-O-Scream, this offer is designed to shock, bring out the screams, and ultimately thrill," said Chris Finazzo, Chief Commercial Officer of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment.
  • "We eagerly await our competitors to come and experience what the #1 Halloween event for theme parks is all about.
  • For the brave employees at other parks that accept our dare to scare, there is no turning back from the terror that awaits.

Demonstrating Commitment to Sustainability, SeaWorld San Antonio Partners with Pivot Energy to Install New Solar Parking Lot Canopy

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Antonio, in partnership with Pivot Energy, a national solar energy provider, is thrilled to announce the beginning stages of the installation of a state-of-the-art solar parking lot canopy. This landmark project will not only provide valuable shade to visitors during extreme heat but will also help SeaWorld make significant strides towards a more sustainable future, something embedded in its mission.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Antonio, in partnership with Pivot Energy, a national solar energy provider, is thrilled to announce the beginning stages of the installation of a state-of-the-art solar parking lot canopy.
  • The solar canopy, boasting a capacity of 4.3 megawatts (MW), will be owned by SeaWorld San Antonio, showcasing the company's unwavering dedication to environmental responsibility.
  • "SeaWorld San Antonio's investment in this groundbreaking solar project is a testament to our company's commitment to environmental stewardship," said Jodi Davenport, President of SeaWorld World San Antonio.
  • "We are delighted to be partnering with SeaWorld San Antonio in bringing this ambitious solar parking lot canopy to life," said Mat Elmore, Senior Vice President of Corporate Clean Energy Solutions for Pivot Energy.

Demonstrating Commitment to Sustainability, SeaWorld San Antonio Installs New Solar Parking Lot Canopy

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Antonio is thrilled to announce the beginning stages of the installation of a state-of-the-art solar parking lot canopy. This landmark project will not only provide valuable shade to visitors during extreme heat but will also help SeaWorld make significant strides towards a more sustainable future, something embedded in its mission.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld San Antonio is thrilled to announce the beginning stages of the installation of a state-of-the-art solar parking lot canopy.
  • As the largest canopy in the SeaWorld system to date, this project sets a new standard for solar energy integration within the amusement park industry.
  • Located in the VIP section of SeaWorld San Antonio's parking lot, the canopy will shade approximately 1,200 parking spots.
  • "SeaWorld San Antonio's investment in this groundbreaking solar project is a testament to our company's commitment to environmental stewardship," said Jodi Davenport, President of SeaWorld San Antonio.

SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream Voted #1 Best Theme Park Halloween Event by USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards

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Friday, September 29, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. and SAN DIEGO and SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sinister scares are everywhere at SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream, recently named the #1 Best Theme Park Halloween Event by USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream was voted to the top by theme park enthusiasts and fans of fear across the country. Howl-O-Scream events in Orlando, San Antonio and San Diego boast menacing scare zones, terrifying haunted houses, signature shows and more horrifying fun throughout the three SeaWorld parks. Howl-O-Scream takes place on select dates now through October 31. For a limited-time, guests can save on tickets during a Howl-O-Scream Slash Sale.

Key Points: 
  • SeaWorld Howl-O-Scream was voted to the top by theme park enthusiasts and fans of fear across the country.
  • Howl-O-Scream events in Orlando, San Antonio and San Diego boast menacing scare zones, terrifying haunted houses, signature shows and more horrifying fun throughout the three SeaWorld parks.
  • At SeaWorld San Antonio, Howl-O-Scream has transformed the peaceful park guests once knew into something sinister.
  • During Texas' biggest and scariest Halloween event, nightfall has awakened hundreds of creatures roaming terror-tories and lurking the halls of haunted houses (all free with park admission).

SeaWorld to Open Exciting One-Of-A-Kind Marine Life Themed Rides and Experiences for the Whole Family in Every Park in 2024

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld is thrilled to announce it will open one-of-a-kind marine life themed rides and attractions in every SeaWorld park in Spring 2024.  Guests to the award-winning parks in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego can look forward to epic journeys and experiences for the whole family that will leave them breathless, drenched, and utterly mesmerized.  Attractions include "Penguin Trek" at SeaWorld Orlando, an all-new family friendly coaster for guests 42-77 inches in height that will transport riders on an unforgettable expedition through the Antarctic wilderness aboard unique snowmobile styled ride cars traversing an indoor/outdoor track that ends at the penguin habitat where riders can experience the enchanting world of these remarkable animals.  The first of its kind at SeaWorld parks, the all-new "Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience" at SeaWorld San Diego offers an immersive and interactive view into the mysterious underwater world of glowing and graceful jellyfish, along with touch and behind the scenes experiences.  At SeaWorld San Antonio, guests will celebrate the first splash of the much-anticipated opening of Catapult Falls, the world's first launched flume coaster and the only vertical lift in North America.  The new attractions continue the SeaWorld legacy of blending marine life inspired adventure, discovery, and family-friendly thrills.  The best way to experience the new attractions is with a SeaWorld 2024 Annual Pass on sale now.  2024 pass members will be the first to experience the new attractions before they open to the public.

Key Points: 
  • The new attractions continue the SeaWorld legacy of blending marine life inspired adventure, discovery, and family-friendly thrills.
  • The best way to experience the new attractions is with a SeaWorld 2024 Annual Pass on sale now.
  • 2024 pass members will be the first to experience the new attractions before they open to the public.
  • "2024 looks to be another fun year with exciting new rides in our parks and our first jellyfish exhibit," said Marc Swanson, CEO of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.

Play Celebrity for a Day at SeaWorld this Summer with the "Ultimate VIP Tour," Granting Exclusive Access to Extraordinary Animal Encounters and Thrilling Attractions for the Whole Family

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld today launched its reimagined, exclusive "Ultimate VIP Tour" at parks across the country. The first-of-its-kind private VIP Tour allows guests the opportunity to feel like a celebrity for a day with a highly tailored experience. Where else in the world can you ride some of the tallest and fastest roller coasters in the country, feed a shark, interact with penguins in their unique habitat, learn how to care for wildlife and meet the rescue team all before lunch?

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  • The first-of-its-kind private VIP Tour allows guests the opportunity to feel like a celebrity for a day with a highly tailored experience.
  • The "Ultimate VIP Tour" offers guests priority access to highly coveted animal interactions only available on a limited basis each day.
  • For more information on SeaWorld San Antonio, SeaWorld San Diego, and SeaWorld Orlando, including park hours, ticket purchases, and Annual Passes, please visit SeaWorld.com .
  • Stay up to date with the latest park updates and information by following SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram .

KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Its Newest Community in Popular Northwest San Antonio Area

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Monday, May 8, 2023

KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of Cove at Westover Hills, its latest, new, single-family home community in San Antonio.

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  • KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of Cove at Westover Hills, its latest, new, single-family home community in San Antonio.
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    KB Home announces the grand opening of its newest community in popular Northwest San Antonio area.
  • Every KB home is uniquely built for each customer, so no two KB homes are the same.
  • “We are pleased to offer homebuyers in west San Antonio spacious new homes in a popular location that live bigger for less,” said Jeff Ferguson, President of KB Home’s San Antonio division.

SeaWorld Honors Military Appreciation Month with Free Park Admission to Active-Duty U.S. Military, Veterans and Their Families Through Annual Waves of Honor Program

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

The offers are part of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment's Waves of Honor program, a longstanding partnership saluting active-duty military members, veterans, and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year.

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  • The offers are part of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment's Waves of Honor program, a longstanding partnership saluting active-duty military members, veterans, and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year.
  • For more than 20 years, SeaWorld has been proud to provide complimentary park access to members of the United States military.
  • More than 10 million guests – active-duty military members, veterans, and their families – have enjoyed free admission to the company's parks through the Waves of Honor program.
  • Whether it's educational animal experiences or thrilling attractions, SeaWorld invites military families for a day of family fun on us.

SeaWorld Commemorates Five Years Since the First Successful Rescue and Rehabilitation of an Endangered Cook Inlet Beluga Calf

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld commemorates five years since a community of conservation groups came together to complete the first-ever rescue and rehabilitation of an endangered Cook Inlet beluga calf. Residing at SeaWorld since March 2018 when National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) deemed the beluga, Tyonek, non-releasable, his care and study continues to advance the understanding of beluga behavior and health vital to protecting this endangered species in the wild. SeaWorld's dedication to beluga whale research, education and conservation has assisted research in more than 20 published scientific studies about the species.

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  • Because of the actions taken by this community of dedicated conservationists, we are making a meaningful impact on the preservation of endangered species like the Cook Inlet beluga."
  • In September 2017, Tyonek was found stranded in Cook Inlet, Alaska by state and federal wildlife officers and reported to stranding network experts.
  • In a separate example, the Alaska SeaLife Center recently published a research paper on beluga calf response including contributions from SeaWorld.
  • Cook Inlet beluga whales are one of nine species in NOAA Fisheries' "Species in the Spotlight" initiative because their population is endangered with fewer than 300 individuals.

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. Announces Eight Leadership Promotions and Organizational Changes to Accelerate Business Transformation, Performance and Growth

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Friday, January 27, 2023

Marc Swanson, Chief Executive Officer of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. said, "I am excited to announce these important leadership promotions and organizational changes that will help us better execute our plans and initiatives, capitalize on opportunities, and deliver improved operational and financial results."

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  • Marc Swanson, Chief Executive Officer of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. said, "I am excited to announce these important leadership promotions and organizational changes that will help us better execute our plans and initiatives, capitalize on opportunities, and deliver improved operational and financial results."
  • She will also be responsible for leading our business development and growth activities.
  • Forrester has been with SeaWorld since 2019, most recently serving as the VP of Finance for the Orlando Parks including SeaWorld, Aquatica and Discovery Cove.
  • Peterson has been with SeaWorld for approximately 30 years and has served as Vice President of Zoological Operations for SeaWorld Orlando since 2019.