SeaWorld and discovery cove celebrate mother’s day with new bundles of joy

The warming weather welcomed bundles of joy little and big to SeaWorld Orlando and Discovery Cove. From an addition to the Shamu family to the arrival of penguin chicks, SeaWorld’s animal inhabitants will enjoy Mother’s Day with the newest additions to their family.
SeaWorld welcomed a new baby killer whale to the Shamu family this past March, bringing the killer whale pod at SeaWorld Orlando to nine whales, ranging in size from a 350-pound calf to a 12,000-pound male. SeaWorld's killer whale breeding program is the most successful in the world.
SeaWorld’s feathered friends also welcomed new arrivals in the form of six endangered Nene geese and 16 penguin chicks. The penguins represent a variety of species, including the first Adelie chicks in SeaWorld Orlando history. As they continue to grow into full maturity, the chicks will cuddle up in the Penguin Encounter which is kept at a chilly 30 degrees with six thousand pounds of snow falling daily.
Three new harbor seal pups join more than 80 animals living at SeaWorld’s pacific Point Preserve, including California sea lions, harbor seals and one fur seal. As the weather gets warmer, SeaWorld anticipates the arrival of sea lion pups this summer.
Discovery Cove celebrated the arrival two baby Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. The flippered additions marked the 10th dolphin calf to be born and successfully raised at Discovery Cove since its opening in 2000. The little newcomers – whose gender have yet to be determined – are nursing well and bonding with their mothers. The park also welcomed 18 southern stingray pups this spring. Click here for Orlando Sea World Packages

Pirates and Princess Parties

Disney's Pirates and Princess Party is back due to popular demand. Advance tickets $32.95 for children ages 3-9 and $38.95 for older children and adults. The event will run 7 pm to midnight on select nights in August and September. Day of event tickets will cost $39.95 and $45.95. Click here for Disney attraction tickets

Room Reservation Tip

Before you book a room over the phone, check the hotels website internt rate specials. The rates on the internet are often cheaper than those quoted over the phone.Click here for a list of Orlando hotels, Orlando vacation homes , Orlando vacation packages and Orlando home rentals

Mickey says no more ashtrays

Disney owned hotels ban smoking, no more smoking or non smoking options at Walt Disney World hotels. The ban reflects a national trend among hotels. If Disney finds that someone did light up a cleaning fee of $250.00 to $500.00 will be tacked onto the customers bill. That is to cover the replacements of fabrics such as draperies and bedding and deep cleaning of everything else. Click here for a list of Orlando Hotels

Keeping Florida on the move for the last 50 years

Since the first drivers rolled onto the Sunshine State Parkway in January 1957, Florida’s population has exploded and so has the need for safe, reliable roads to handle the increased traffic volume. As we celebrate Florida’s Turnpike’s 50th anniversary this year, it is imperative to mention how important SunPass is to our overall mission. SunPass, Florida’s prepaid electronic toll system, has been successful for both Florida’s Turnpike and our valued customers by helping keep traffic congestion to a minimum and improving traffic flow.
Currently, more than two million customers experience life in the SunPass lane. In our most recent customer survey, 92 percent of responders report they receive value from Florida’s Turnpike in the form of safety, service and convenience. Further, 96 percent said they would recommend using Florida’s Turnpike to family and friends.
We are committed to continually improving customer satisfaction by listening and responding to your needs, upgrading roadways and interchanges, implementing additional safety initiatives and making major investments in technology. New SunPass-only interchanges and open-road tolling facilities are planned to facilitate SunPass usage. Eventually, Florida’s Turnpike will be entirely electronic and paying tolls with cash will be a thing of the past. Customers will never have to wait in line to pay tolls, which will result in safer, faster roads.
The future for Florida’s Turnpike is definitely bright. We look forward to serving you for the next 50 years and beyond! Unitl next time, that’s life in the SunPass lane.For more traffic info click here orlando traffic

Call 511 for traffic information

If you are sitting in traffic and not sure what's happening on the roadway, just dial 5-1-1 to find out. This helpful, toll free,24hour voice-activated travel information system provides real time regional and statewide traffic updates for all interstate highways in florida. For more details
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Fun and Sun at the Seralago Hotel and Suites

When you stay in a Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel, you’re staying next to all the magic! We offer friendly accommodations at affordable prices, only a short drive from all the fun and excitement of the Walt Disney World® Resort. With new shows and attractions happening at all four Disney Theme Parks, there’s never been a better time to visit. And with special rates from Seralago Hotel & Suites, experiencing the magic has never been easer.
Package Components:
● Kid’s Eat Free 12 yrs. And under (max 2 per room).
● Complimentary transportation to the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks.
● Kid Suite and 2-Room Suites available at an additional fee.
● 2 Large Heated Pools & Whirlpools.
● On-Site Restaurant and Food Court
Call 1-800-366-5437 and ask rate code EFLOWER or book online at
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