 SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc., one of the world’s leading theme park and entertainment companies, announced today a phased reopening (with capacity limitations) of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island on June 11, 2020. The reopening of the parks will include enhanced health and safety protocols for cleaning and sanitizing, physical distancing, face covering requirements, and temperature screening. A new online reservation system will also help manage capacity so that guests can enjoy a safe and fun experience while maintaining physical distancing. The phased reopening plan was approved by the State of Florida.
“We thank Governor DeSantis, Mayor Castor, and County Administrator Merrill for their support of tourism in Central Florida as we prepare to reopen our Tampa parks to the public on June 11,” said Marc Swanson, interim CEO of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. “Over the past two months, we have worked with state and local health officials, third party medical and epidemiology experts, and attraction industry leaders to enhance our strict health, safety, and cleanliness standards. We are committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees, and animals in our care, and will continue to follow the guidance from health officials as conditions evolve.” “We have been eagerly awaiting the day to announce the reopening of Busch Gardens and Adventure Island, and we’re so glad that day is here,” said Stewart Clark, president of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. “The health and safety of our guests has always been our top priority and we’re looking forward to delivering memorable experiences at our parks while addressing the important health and safety needs of our guests during this time.” Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island have launched new safety websites with detailed information about the measures that guests can expect when the parks reopen, including key operational changes. Specific information by park can be found by visiting the following websites: To help manage capacity to maintain physical distancing within the parks, all parks will require advance online reservations. Guests will be asked to visit the reservation pages of park websites where reservations will be required to guarantee entry given anticipated demand. Reservations will be available starting at 10:00AM ET on June 8, 2020. Please visit buschgardens.com/tampa/reservation and adventureisland.com/reservation for more details. Guests can receive the latest information on hours of operation for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay by visiting, BuschGardensTampa.com or Facebook.com/BuschGardensTampaBay and for Adventure Island by visiting, Adventureisland.com orFacebook.com/AdventureIsland. This information was received from a press release.
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 Stuck at home and wondering what to do next? Well, I've come up with a Disney Trivia digital escape room to help fill some of your time! Play this on your own, with a friend, a family member, or maybe gather some people together on a video conference and see if you know ALL the answers to be able to unlock the escape room! Don't know an answer? Use a search engine or call/test your Disney loving bestie! You are stuck at home, so why not have a little fun and test your skills? Ready to begin? Click the button below! Once you complete the escape room, let me know your thoughts! Did you enjoy it? Want to see more digital escape rooms? Tell us in the comments!  Busch Gardens Tampa Bay understands the need for turnkey, engaging activities is greater now more than ever. The park has developed standards-aligned resources available now to help families virtually explore the wild world of animals and nature for grades K-12. Parents, students and teachers can explore hands-on, creative resources including Classroom Activities, Teacher’s Guides, Saving a Species Video Series, Animal Bytes and Animal Info Books. Busch Gardens distance learning resources can help everyone continue to explore, discover and stay connected in a fun and inspiring environment. Materials can also be accessed by going directly to SeaWorld.org, or through their portal at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Education MY THOUGHTS I am an educator currently providing distance learning to my students, so I think this is really awesome! I am a Busch Gardens blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.  ABOUT Nine-year-old Sophie catches JJ, a hardened CIA operative, spying on her family during a routine surveillance operation. In exchange for not blowing his cover, JJ begrudgingly agrees to show the precocious girl how to become a spy. What at first seems like an easy task soon turns into a battle of wits as Sophie proves you don't need much experience to outsmart a seasoned agent. MY THOUGHTS I was invited to an advance screening of My Spy last week as the movie was originally set to open in theaters on March 13th. However, as with most movies right now, the release date has been pushed back until April 17th. Nevertheless, I am so thankful that I got to see this movie before everything came to a halt. This movie was HYSTERICAL. I mean seriously, I was nonstop laughing, as was everyone in the theater. I don't know about you, but I always have soft spot for movies like this, big muscular man that doesn't like to show feelings that gets partnered with a little kid. We all know how that story is going to play out, but this movie has the comedy attached. Plenty of one-liners, and just all around funny moments. I feel like I can't say too much without giving things away, which I won't. All I can say, is the cast was a great choice. Dave Bautista (you may know him as Drax from Guardians of the Galaxy) plays his role as the "hardened CIA operative" perfectly. Chloe Coleman is adorable and shows she is one smart little girl. I personally LOVED Kristen Schaal in her role as "Bobbi", JJ's CIA partner. She is just an all around hilarious actress, but she plays this role PERFECTLY. Her little quips and remarks just make this movie that much more funny. Although I'm saddened that this movie was moved to April, I think it was a good choice. I'm here to tell you, it is a must-see comedy once we all can leave our houses and enjoy some time out and about! Don't want to believe me? Here is what what one of my lucky followers that also got to see the screening had to say: "Hadn't heard my son laugh that much at a movie in I don't know when! It made his day and in turn, it made mine!" RATING THIS MOVIE IS RATED PG-13 - I do agree with this rating as there are a good amount of swear words and a little bit of violence, as to be expected with a CIA "action" movie. Orlando News: Hawkers offering 50% Off for Service Industry, Curbside Pickup + Free Delivery3/17/2020  Hawkers is trying to relieve the stress during this crazy time we are in by making things a little bit easier and a bit tastier!
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 This time of social distancing can be difficult, especially with grocery stores being low in stock, or perhaps you just want something different to eat. Well Ace Cafe Orlando is offering a NEW free home delivery + curbside pick-up menu during this time:  I am an Ace Cafe Orlando blogger ambassador. I have been asked to share this information with my followers. As always, all comments and opinionså are my own.  Want to see A QUIET PLACE PART II before it officially hits theaters on March 20th? The Orlando Millennial has 15 RESERVED SEATS for the advanced screening on March 16, 2020 at 7:30pm at AMC Disney Springs! Get your name on the list here: https://forms.gle/ztPsFunpp2AhMx3YA *Please do NOT RSVP unless you will be able to attend! ABOUT: Following the deadly events at home, the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) must now face the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path. WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY John Krasinski STARRING Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe, Djimon Hounsou #AQUIETPLACE I am a blogger partner for Allied Global Marketing and in exchange for sharing information about upcoming movies and advance screenings, I am provided with tickets to advanced screenings on occasion. As always, all comments and opinions are my own.
 Want to see MY SPY before it officially hits theaters on March 13th? The Orlando Millennial has 15 RESERVED SEATS for the advanced screening on March 11, 2020 at 7:30pm at Regal Waterford Lakes! Get your name on the list here: https://forms.gle/mzbburTWWFgoo43M8 *Please do NOT RSVP unless you will be able to attend! Not sure if you can attend but want to grab a ticket just in case? Or perhaps we have run out of our 15 reserved spots- no worries! Here's a link to a FREE ticket which gets you in on a first-come, first-serve basis (no guaranteed seats) http://stxtickets.com/qiLbs38124 FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS LINK! ABOUT MY SPY: Nine-year-old Sophie catches JJ, a hardened CIA operative, spying on her family during a routine surveillance operation. In exchange for not blowing his cover, JJ begrudgingly agrees to show the precocious girl how to become a spy. What at first seems like an easy task soon turns into a battle of wits as Sophie proves you don't need much experience to outsmart a seasoned agent. I am a blogger partner for Allied Global Marketing and in exchange for sharing information about upcoming movies and advance screenings, I am provided with tickets to advanced screenings on occasion. As always, all comments and opinions are my own.
Hey Florida - America's First Dual Tailspin Waterslide Opens at Adventure Island on March 14th!2/25/2020  Annual Pass Member EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW event on the park’s opening day, Friday, March 13 Adventure Island, Tampa’s premier waterpark located across the street from Busch Gardens, kicks off its 2020 season on Friday, March 13, with the opening of a RECORD-BREAKING NEW water slide, Solar Vortex - America’s FIRST dual tailspin water slide. In preparation for the park’s opening, Brandon Thom, Adventure Island’s new Vice President, is sliding into his role with a “ride of passage” on the newest attraction. “Adventure Island is heading into its 40th splash-filled season and we couldn’t be more excited to kick-off 2020 by adding America’s first dual tailspin water slide to our portfolio of slides,” said Thom. “As a family raft slide, Solar Vortex packs a bigger thrill than I was expecting – the high speed generated by the tailspin feature really amps up the ride journey. Along with Adventure Island’s many slides, pools, and splash zones, Solar Vortex is sure to make 2020 our best season yet.” Solar Vortex debuts new water slide elements unlike any other attraction at Adventure Island. The high-thrill family raft slide combines high-banking rotations and rapid descents, sending sliders on a swirling journey through two open tailspin features. Solar Vortex will also include three dynamic AquaLucent™ elements – harnessing the power of the Florida sun into colorful patterns that shine through the slide as riders reach speeds of up to 20 miles per hour. NEW Exclusive Pass Member Preview Adventure Island Pass Members get the EXCLUSIVE first chance to preview the new ride when the park opens for the season on Friday, March 13. Only Pass Members can experience Solar Vortex by presenting their ID and Pass at the park entrance. If you haven’t gotten one yet, go to www.adventureisland.com/annual-pass to buy a pass NOW! The ride will open to the public on Saturday, March 14. Solar Vortex shines brightly near Splash Attack and the Rambling Bayou lazy river. Adventure Island has 10 sliding attractions in total, many featuring multiple unique slide routes, in addition to wave pools and soak zones for guests to enjoy. NEW for the 2020 season, guests can purchase an All-Season Quick Queue Unlimited granting unlimited priority access to the major slides, including Solar Vortex. Go to www.adventureisland.com/upgrades/quick-queue to get your All-Season Quick Queue Unlimited NOW! Best Way to Play – Time is Running Out! The best way for guests to experience Adventure Island all season long is with an Annual Pass or Fun Card. Annual Pass Members receive 12 months of unlimited visits, FREE parking, priority access to Solar Vortex, merchandise and dining discounts, and special limited-time perks throughout the year. Or for a limited-time, Florida families can purchase a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2020 Fun Card and get an Adventure Island 2020 Fun Card for FREE. This limited time buy-one-get-one FREE offer provides unlimited access to TWO parks until December 31, 2020.¹ ¹Some restrictions apply; Blackout dates may apply. Adventure Island Fun Card valid through the end of the season. I am a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.  Popular Preschool Card returns for year-round fun in 2020 SeaWorld offers an ocean of experiences that are perfect for pint-sized guests. The 2020 Preschool Card is now available for registration exclusively for Florida Residents. SeaWorld and Aquatica Orlando will offer kids ages 5 and younger a FREE Preschool Card valid for unlimited visits to SeaWorld and Aquatica Orlando through December 31, 2020. Advance registration must be completed online for the Preschool Card by February 3, 2020 and guests must redeem their ticket by March 31, 2020. The 2020 Preschool Fun Card includes popular, family friendly SeaWorld events including Inside Look, Elmo’s Birthday Celebration, Sesame Street Kids’ Weekend, Seven Seas Food Festival, Electric Ocean and the kid-favorite Spooktacular. To learn more and to register for the Preschool Card, Florida Residents can visit: https://seaworld.com/orlando/tickets/preschool-free-admission/. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.SeaWorldOrlando.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest details and information. Disclaimer: I am a SeaWorld Blogger Ambassador and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending events and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, upcoming events, news, and more, Seaworld has provided me with exclusive opportunities. As always, my opinion is my own.
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