Emperor Dive Coaster Opening Pushed to 2021 – Why It’s a Smart Move
Behind the Thrills StaffAug 11, 2020
Following the progress of SeaWorld San Diego’s new dive coaster has been an exciting adventure over the last few years. On January 5, 2019, we had the amazing...
Endangered and Threatened Birds Receive Vital Help from SeaWorld San Diego
Behind the Thrills StaffAug 07, 2020
After several weeks of rehabilitation at SeaWorld San Diego, two tiny, but incredibly unique birds—a California least tern and a western snowy plover—were...
Busch Gardens Williamsburg Launches Coasters and Craft Brews
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 30, 2020
Busch Gardens Williamsburg announced today the launch of an ALL-NEW special event – Coasters and Craft Brews. While the general park remains closed, this...
Rescuing Animals During a Pandemic – A Conversation with SeaWorld Rescue
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 20, 2020
Operating an animal rescue center is just like running an emergency room. ERs are staffed by doctors and nurses, just like rescue centers are staffed with veterinarians...
Rescuing Animals During a Pandemic – A Conversation with SeaWorld Rescue
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 20, 2020
Learn more about what happened behind-the-scenes at SeaWorld while the parks were closed.
San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Hatching Bird Extinct in the Wild
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 16, 2020
The San Antonio Zoo recently celebrated the hatching of a bird whose species cannot be found in the wild. On July 4th, the zoo’s Aviculture Department successfully...
Busch Gardens Tampa’s Summer Nights Return with Fireworks, Lasers, and Extended Hours!
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 14, 2020
Starting this weekend, guests can feel the spark after dark at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Summer Nights with an ALL-NEW laser and fireworks...
International Elephant Foundation Selects 27 Global Projects to Receive Conservation and Research Grants
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 14, 2020
The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) is proud to award more than $700,000 to 27 elephant conservation and research projects that support elephant conservation...
San Antonio Zoo Celebrates “The Great (Little) Train Robbery” 50th Anniversary with a Fundraiser
Behind the Thrills StaffJul 07, 2020
San Antonio Zoo will celebrate the 50th anniversary of “The Great (Little) Train Robbery” on Saturday, July 18th, 2020, exactly 50 years to the day. Each Zoo...
Jersey Devil Coaster Delayed Until 2021
Behind the Thrills StaffJun 30, 2020
Jersey Devil Coaster, the world’s tallest, fastest, and longest single-rail coaster, will not open at Six Flags Great Adventure this year as planned. Due to...