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SeaWorld Orlando Boasts One-of-a-Kind Thrill
Rides
by Ryan Wiseman

SeaWorld Orlando is not only home to Kraken - billed
as Orlando's "tallest, fastest, longest and only floorless
roller coaster" - but also features Journey to Atlantis, a
unique "watercoaster," and Wild Arctic, a simulated jet
helicopter ride that takes you on an amazing adventure
to a "multilevel ecosystem." Seeking incredible thrill
rides, as well as fascinating live shows and interactive
animal habits? Look no farther than SeaWorld Orlando.

Named after a mythological sea monster, Kraken
opened at SeaWorld Orlando in 2000. The ride takes
about 3 ½ minutes and reaches speeds up to 65 miles
per hour and a height of 151 feet as it loops its way
high over Serpent's Lagoon. Kraken, which features
two loops, a corkscrew, zero-G roll and three tunnels,
was designed by renowned Swiss roller coaster
architects Bolliger and Mabillard. Nestled in the
Northeast area of SeaWorld Orlando, Kraken is
located behind the Pacific Point Preserve. Note:
Kraken has a height restriction of 54 inches. In
addition, be sure to read all of the health restrictions
posted at the entrance to Kraken.

A one-of-a-kind "watercoaster," Journey to Atlantis
takes you on a water flume adventure aboard an
eight-passenger boat that features a re-creation of the
mythical city of Atlantis and a 60-foot-drop into a
splash pool (prepare to get soaked!). Journey to
Atlantis is a unique variation on other water-based
rides such as Splash Mountain at Disney's Magic
Kingdom and Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls at
Universal's Islands of Adventure. Opened at SeaWorld
Orlando in 1998, Journey to Atlantis lies adjacent to
Pacific Point Preserve. Note: You must be at least 42
inches tall to ride Journey to Atlantis and health
restrictions are also posted at the entrance to the ride.

Wild Arctic features a simulated jet helicopter ride to
"Base Station Wild Arctic," a walk-through animal
habitat that features polar bears, walruses, beluga
whales and harbor seals. Note: Wild Arctic has a
height restriction of 42 inches. However, you have the
option of bypassing the simulated ride and walking
straight to the animal habitat.

Other attractions at SeaWorld Orlando include Shark
Encounter, Dolphin Cove, Stingray Lagoon, Pacific
Point Preserve, Clyde & Seamore Take Pirate Island,
Shamu's Happy Harbor, Odyssea, Penguin Encounter,
Pets Ahoy!, Manatees: The Last Generation?, Sky
Tower Ride, Tropical Reef, Key West Dolphin Fest,
Clydesdale Hamlet and Turtle Point, among others.

"With world-class thrill rides, live shows, animal
habitats and much more, SeaWorld Orlando definitely
has something for everyone in the whole family to
enjoy," said Kyle Collins, Director of Interactive
Marketing for HotelsCorp.com. "And by planning
ahead and purchasing your SeaWorld Orlando tickets
before you arrive in Orlando, you and your family will
enjoy significant savings on your vacation getaway."

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