I've never had a bad experience with this park since I started coming here in 2010. Amazingly I like this park more than the ones at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando more.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Wow!
@jameslitwin56352 жыл бұрын
i agree actually
@johnpolese65752 жыл бұрын
I went to Seaworld Orlando on a spring break Sunday in April and I was still to get on each major coaster besides Manta and JTA multiple times with minimal waits within a few hours. Manta's wait did get up to 70 minutes but that mainly due to the coaster's very slow operations. I have a Seaworld San Diego platinum pass which I believe is the cheapest pass besides Seaworld San Antonio. I loved that I still got free preferred parking at the park as well as discounts on meals. Overall I did love the park. Beautiful park with vibrant colors everywhere under the Florida sunshine. Hope to get back soon.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Manta is the one line that can be troublesome.
@justiceleaguebattleformetr92392 жыл бұрын
I haven’t been to Universal yet, but as of now, this is ever so slightly my favorite park in Florida. I slightly prefer it to BGT because Iron Gwazi was closed for me last year, and Mako was amazing, but I wouldn’t be surprised to BGT overtake it after I hopefully get on Iron Gwazi this summer
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I prefer Busch Tampa myself.
@justiceleaguebattleformetr92392 жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster it’s incredibly close. That and SWO are like 1 spot apart in my list of favorite parks
@Thuggysmurf2 жыл бұрын
This review nails it. I haven't been since February 2022. Couple things: 1) paddle boats by Mako finale are worthwhile with a great view if you can avoid the hottest part of the day. 2) I start the day with Kraken marathon until I get kicked off by arriving crowds, then Mako marathon, then everything else, then Manta in afternoon after the crowds have moved on from the front of the park. This park is my #1 in Florida because the quality rides per hour ratio is unmatched. A dark ride would be great here, but 60-90 minutes in that underwater restaurant by Mako totally rejuvenates you on a hot day. I can't believe they let us buy San Antonio platinum pass to access Orlando. One of the last great free lunches out there.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised the platinum pass loophole still works.
@ElectriKong-2 жыл бұрын
Project Penguin has been confirmed to be a Surf Coaster with Friday's teaser, confirming it to be a modernised stand-up.
@ThrillsofColdplay2 жыл бұрын
The trains remind me of the Togo Standup trains
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I'm excited to see how it rides.
@ToneTitan2 жыл бұрын
The last time I visited this park was when they first announced Kraken. Now it’s pretty much a B&M show room. I love B&M but keep sleeping on this park whenever I visit Orlando. Excellent review, btw. I’m definitely going to keep your recommendations in mind the next time I (hopefully) visit
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Hope you can make it back!
@keiichimorisato9810 ай бұрын
It's even more so now with 2 new B&Ms in two years.
@AirtimeProductions2 жыл бұрын
Hot take: SeaWorld Orlando is my second favorite park in Florida, below Islands of Adventure and above Busch Gardens (I know a lot of people don’t agree but I stand by it)
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I prefer Busch, but this is a great park too.
@jfoster19932 жыл бұрын
I used to love this park as a kid (10+ years ago) but my visit last month was disappointing. I loved Mako and as there was very little queue I got around 10 rides. But Kraken was pretty rough, and I was unlucky that Manta re-opened from maintenance days later. But the main thing was the staff and the SBNO attractions on weekdays. I went with my young nieces and the majority of rides for them were closed, only 2 of the Sesame Street rides ran. The ride crews were great (especially Mako) but the staff in shops and restaurants were super slow and disinterested. Also we didn't realise that balloons aren't allowed into the park, and before we could say anything the security guard pulled a pocket knife & cut free the Disney balloons we had bought the day before, which we would've happily ran back to the car instead. Totally different experience at Busch Gardens where every kids ride was open on a weekday and staff interactions were all good. SeaWorld just felt a bit neglected in comparison.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
That's a bummer you had a bad experience.
@pfschuyler2 жыл бұрын
When I visited about 2 months ago, I also visited Busch Gardens Tampa on a single 2-park ticket. Maybe it was the off-season, it was $89/for a 2-day visit, one day at each park! What a fantastic deal. I also visited Universal, but that was more than double the price and crowds. This value proposition of SeaWorld + Busch Gardens was great, especially factoring in the lines. Surprisingly this combo was the best deal of all the parks I visited in the Southeast USA.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
That's a nice deal!
@omarnoble47882 жыл бұрын
I really like Sea World. They need to build a dark ride or two, but it's a great park for groups with people who aren't into thrill rides. They aren't waiting too long on the thrill junkies with the short waits, and there are a lot of shows, exhibits, and other entertainment to enjoy. I'm not exactly happy about the stand up announcement, but maybe it'll turn out alright. A dark ride or two (Sesame Street seems like a no brainer) and a proper mid thrill level family coaster would really round out the lineup.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I agree a dark ride would help immensely, especially when storms roll in.
@elliotscoasterclips2 жыл бұрын
I'm so excited that I get to visit this park at the end of November! I have visited once, but coasters scared me then so I didn't ride any of them. I have now learned to love coasters, and am now a total roller coaster enthusiast!
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
@hangtimestudio2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been to all the major parks in Florida, and I put this second. Mako is so good, the food is great, the lines are short, and the shows are awesome. This is over BGT, mainly because the food lines at BGT were terrible.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Such a great park!
@jonny-b49542 жыл бұрын
2:05 Made this video more than a few days ago eh? Confirmed B&M Stand-up Surf Coaster. CRAZY!
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I uploaded it before the teaser video dropped.
@maxhagenauer242 жыл бұрын
Sea World Orlando is by far the best Sea World Sea World Park. The lines for everything was a walk on when I went and I went over spring brake which is insane. The collection may not be super big but everything you can enjoy. Mako is overated in my opinion but I much prefer Ice Breaker. Kraken ha ok intensity but is still a smoot hB&M for everyone to enjoy. And Matna is such a good flyer. Journey always has those longest lines but I don't ride it much anyways. Still a great place if you want to hop on something.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
It's my favorite SeaWorld branded park, but I'll take the two Busch ones.
@Thebusridesme2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. Love the attention to detail. Not been to this park since 1999 but I’ll be taking my kids here one day. As I’m based in Europe, it feels like blackfish has shifted this parks focus from here. Personally I don’t know where I stand on animal captivity.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I focus mostly on the rides.
@ThemeParkAvenue2 жыл бұрын
I haven't been here in a while, but I feel that this park just doesn't stack up against Busch Gardens Tampa in terms of rides or animals. Also, the layout is quite frustrating. That said, it's visually great and I enjoy it.
@floridamaddogg2 жыл бұрын
I go to Sea World and BGT about equal amount, with the slight edge going to Sea World. While you are correct, the ride lineup doesn't stack up against BGT, it's really not as far behind as you think especially after the surf coaster opens in 2023. The shows, kids area, and all the interactions of animals like Sea lions and peguins are superior over BGT. But I love both of them and consider both as my homepark.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I prefer Busch Tampa as well.
@noahkessler55002 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite parks due to the quality over quantity focus. Great lineup and I haven’t been since 2018. Also the food is one of the best I’ve had at a park. I’m a big fan of voyagers smokehouse when I’m there. Plus the lack of lines is great
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Is Voyagers as good as the Smokehouses at BGW and BGT if you've eaten there?
@noahkessler55002 жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster I haven’t been there but I assume they’re similar because it’s the same chain. I’m going to BGT this year so I’ll let you know
@OklahomaCoasterFan2 жыл бұрын
I did get to visit this park at its best in 2011, and it would've easily been my # 1 park then. Downgrades in the shows would follow, but the heart of the park is still there, and 2 great coasters have been added. It's still among my favorite parks. I never visit around summer, since the year round operations make it the perfect place to visit when schools are in session, with most of my days on weekdays for the shortest lines. The downside is that Kraken has sometimes been closed for me on a weekday here and there, just because of low demand for that ride on a slow day, and Atlantis is usually closed from New Years into March. I have seen Manta with short or no waits quite often, but that's probably because of when I go. It's not super quick operations, but much faster than I've seen with any other flyer. With Mako, I have multiple videos of the train dispatching while the other one is dropping under the lift, looking like they're colliding, so you are so right about how great those operations are.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I wish they posted their refurbishment calendar in advance so I could plan my visit if rides are down.
@clairefunnell84812 жыл бұрын
I would love to visit this park. Ride Mako and Ice Breaker. It would be a great addition to Canada's Wonderland. Also think the winged one would be good too . I certainly hope they serve Funnel cakes here. Great review.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Canada's Wonderland needs another smooth looping coaster.
@charleskummerer2 жыл бұрын
Love that you mentioned the great hack to use San Antonio for cheaper season passes. That's my default option anyway, but it's what I've had friends do in the past who live in the midwest without a seaworld park
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
It's the way to go!
@CoasterKing605 Жыл бұрын
Nice review! I’m going to this park for the first time in early April and incredibly excited for it! Do you think Pipeline will be open by then?
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
I think it should.
@gilbertceballos8674 Жыл бұрын
I'm going there in a few weeks. Bought a deal w/ bush gardens both parks for 135 + 2 free meals! Can't wait! Great vid!
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
Thanks, enjoy!
@cfrankbii96132 жыл бұрын
We get free admission here working at universal and it awesome to just pop in from time to time. The layout is annoying, but you get used to it. The food is amazing, especially during festivals. This stems back from the Busch days when the chain used to win best food awards. I didn’t even know Antarctica was closed lol. The ride portion was always terrible, but the exhibit is great. Wild Artic I used to only ride for one reason, and that’s to laugh at unknowing first time riders reactions for how insanely rough it was. One part in particular. During howl o scream though, “beneath the ice” was the headlining maze and held in the wild artic que. i remember going before blackfish and it used to be packed quite a bit, so if people still want to stay away, fine with me. Lol I love this park. They also have the best Xmas event in Orlando.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
That's an awesome spot to have a haunt!
@michaeltaylor16032 жыл бұрын
This Orlando park holds its in quality and attendance. It actually pulls in more people annually than Knott's Berry Farm. I mention this because it too, is a year round park. I agree that a dark ride or two would round it out. I suspect the reason not more flat rides is because it's a cheap cliche' of what you find @ the other 2-3-4 parks. Zamperla is very well represented. There are enough other unique things like penguins, sharks & hammy dolphins LOL! Nice selfie with penguin. Are the tours during park hrs. or before park opens? I did Magic of our steam trains tour WDW. It's before the park opens, but extends past by 30 mins. It's really cool going back to roundhouse. I think I got to blow the whistle.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
The tours are scheduled and usually during park hours.
@benjamincliman2735 Жыл бұрын
I would definitely go to seaworld next time I'm in Orlando. Last time I went to Orlando, I did universal and the wizarding world areas are great, but the lines are insane. 30 minutes waiting to get a butter beer, 2.5 hours for the hagrid rollercoaster ride. To me, no ride in the world is worth waiting more than an hour for AT MOST. Also what is missing here is a cost comparison between SeaWorld and universal or disney. Even as a Florida resident getting a steep discount, Universal was expensive. A flash pass is a must, and i think that at a 50 percent discount it was something like $300 per person for a single day with the ticket + flash pass. For out of state that's $600 for a single person for one day? That's way too expensive
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
What time of year did you visit? I've seen long lines for butterbeer, but they move quick.
@bitcoin-investment2 жыл бұрын
Kraken is kinda rough in back rows. You were warned. Ice breaker was running one train last Friday btw but I mean it’s quite a thigh crusher.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I like Ice Breaker myself.
@bitcoin-investment2 жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster it really depends on your thighs because that ride can be painful but I think it’s poor train design by premier
@AdrenalineLegends12 сағат бұрын
I had 5 minute waits on mako and kraken at most!
@supremefan2 жыл бұрын
I was there around the time you were. My complaints are the app wait times never matched the actual posted wait times at the entrance which was often wrong anyway. I also went at opening 9 am one day and nothing was open but Manta. Their website also had incorrect hours for the weekends, said it closed at 10pm when in fact it closed at 9pm. They really need better communication with their customers in my opinion as they are currently doing it all wrong.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I agree the wait time boards aren't always accurate.
@keithstransitexperiences9749 Жыл бұрын
Castles 'n' Coasters in Phoenix, AZ never has its rides get lines because people go for the golf course and even on the hot days, people cool off in the arcade. I would guess that on hot days, the worst line would be on the log ride, but not a long wait.
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
That's true. The arcade seemed popular too.
@sonyipod2 жыл бұрын
I just went to this park a few wills ago for the first time and I love this park. It’s Now my second favorite behind IOA. Mako is soooo good.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I agree the park is awesome.
@rlcoasters Жыл бұрын
This is an awesome review! Could I maybe use apart of it in a video im working on?
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
Sure, as long as you give credit.
@rlcoasters Жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster Thank you! I will!
@rlcoasters Жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster I just posted the video! Thanks for helping me out!
@SouthsideThrills2 жыл бұрын
One time during the halloween event, the ops on mako were getting 30 second disbatches. They were sending trains as soon as the first train cleared the drop
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
That crew is awesome.
@chris_allupinya56132 жыл бұрын
I went in October of 2021 and I enjoyed it. Wish I would have ridden Manta but I marathoned Mako since we have nothing like it here in So Cal. Kraken was pretty awesome too. Ice breaker wasn't open when I went but man I wish West Coast Racers had that layout
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Ice Breaker has more power than West Coast Racers, but the racing element of the latter is neat.
@cammooers44382 жыл бұрын
When I was there in April Kraken was routinely sitting in the station for 3 minutes
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Yikes!
@FrontRowCoaster Жыл бұрын
Any idea if a SW San Diego Platinum Passe still offers the discounted quick queues for the orlando parks? If so is it just discounted for the passholder? Or everyone in they're party? Any idea :)
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
Yes, but you have to buy it over the phone or in person (you can't online for some reason)
@FrontRowCoaster Жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster Thank you! Just making sure I heard you right in the vid 👍
@ChandlerReames7616 ай бұрын
On my most recent visit I had to wait 1 hr for Kraken because it was running 1 train
@CanobieCoaster6 ай бұрын
Ouch! I had much lighter crowds recently.
@deathbackwards78502 жыл бұрын
I have had incredible days here, but also had days where 3+ major rides were closed and employees had no interest in anything.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Oh no!
@elevatoralarmcoasterandarc1214 Жыл бұрын
I went there in 2008 and 2010.
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@derekhafner31562 жыл бұрын
Can't bring myself to go while they still keep killer whales and dolphins in captivity. I guess I have a low tolerance for that kind of thing, but seeing that would just bring down any joy I'd experience from their awesome coaster lineup.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I know that's a sticking point for many.
@supremefan2 жыл бұрын
Don't see how it's any different then every other zoo.
@Joypyf Жыл бұрын
Speaking of Sesame Street, what is the best Elmo ride/attraction you’ve come across?
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
Probably Street Mission at PortAventura.
@5nak_music4 ай бұрын
I was a ride op on mako and infinity and I can barely see myself a few times in this video, it's wacky lol
@CanobieCoaster4 ай бұрын
Lol
@5nak_music4 ай бұрын
I am actually going to add on to this due to its loading procedure and the way that the boats work and the length of the ride Infinity actually has a lower capacity than mako, not only that but because of the unreliability the line gets extremely long the longest I've ever seen it was on the most popular day of summer. The line stretched all the way through the queue across the bridge to the right and all the way to Nautilus theater the wait was over 330 minutes.
@zacg_2 жыл бұрын
I love this park. It's a park where the line between "theming", landscaping, and exhibits is blurred so it's really hard to comment on the theming specifically but it's unquestionable that the park just looks fantastic. While it doesn't have as many exhibits at BGT, I like the exhibits better. And I'm not offended by the shows so I enjoy them very well. The rides aren't extensive in number but the quality is high and as you mention the lines are short. I personally slightly prefer this over BGT but it's more because of the exhibits. If you just look at rides BGT has the edge. My main complaint is the food. It can be good but it's a bit of a mixed bag if you ask me. And I tend to get better value at Disney and Universal than at SWO and that shouldn't ever be said.
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I've had great food experiences here. That's a bummer you haven't.
@zacg_2 жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster I wouldn't say I've had bad food at SWO. It's just that in my opinion it's overpriced for what it is, even by theme park standards. You can get a full meal at Disney or Universal for an adult in a fast food location for $15. At SWO it seems to always be $25 for a meal. And while their sit down options are good, they are somewhat limited compared to their Orlando counterparts. And even within the chain I'd take BGW ahead of SWO for quality and quantity any day. But maybe I just haven't found the best eateries in the park yet.
@sdc59142 жыл бұрын
There are always discounts if you sign up for their email list!
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Good tip!
@Theme-Park-Kingdom2 жыл бұрын
Do JTA and Kraken currently open with the park alongside Manta & Mako?
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Yes they do.
@IronGwaziJoseph Жыл бұрын
Funspots lines are like this o. Streoids
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
True Fun Spot has even less lines (minus the go karts)
@ThrillsofColdplay2 жыл бұрын
It’s a shame that the Seaworld parks are on some peoples shit lists because I find this park absolutely beautiful and very fun
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I love a lot that this park does.
@360coasters Жыл бұрын
Hi! If I was to buy an annual pass, which pass includes other parks in the chain?
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
Platinum
@skyguyismyguyr12turn2 жыл бұрын
But do you think it's the 4th best park OVERALL in Florida(15:28)?
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I put Busch Tampa ahead of it too.
@CoasterNerd2 жыл бұрын
"after the success of their San Diego and *Ohio* parks" * cries in Ohioan *
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
It's a shame that park closed
@ThrillsofColdplay Жыл бұрын
How is this park and Busch Gardens Tampa with tripods
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
I never use a tripod, so I don't know.
@ThrillsofColdplay Жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster ok
@Heatherofscots Жыл бұрын
I can't get an answer from SeaWorld, lol. Does anyone know if I would be able to buy a San Antonio Platinum pass but activate it at BG Williamsburg? I would actually be using it mostly in Orlando but I am planning to go to Williamsburg before my first Orlando SeaWorld visit. I live in PA but the Sesame Park is nearly as long a ride as going to VA for me. And I have no desire to go there. I might just buy through BGW to be safe 🤷♀
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
At least in 2022, you could buy a pass for another park and first use it elsewhere. The catch is that some perks are specific to your home parks like skip the line passes and animal experiences.
@Heatherofscots Жыл бұрын
@@CanobieCoaster Thank you for the reply. They were willing to tell me that the park I choose for the home park should be the one I will use most because of the perks. They never answered the first park activation question. I even sent a second message with only that question and crickets.
@2912812 жыл бұрын
Spectacular !
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Paolo87722 жыл бұрын
@ 3:00 How do they know where you reside if you don’t tell them, and how is where you live their business? Are they the C.I.A.? At six flags, one’s home park is merely the park where one buys and activates the pass from, regardless of how far away one lives. But even that’s whack; they means this year Six Flags Great Adventure is my home park, and I live in Vancouver Canada!
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure how they verify it. Maybe billing address?
@supremefan2 жыл бұрын
They require a matching ID on your first visit to every park. My guess is they will do something if your ID doesn't match your listed address.
@supremefan2 жыл бұрын
Also, they straight up hide those passes based on your IP location. My dad who lives in florida couldn't even find the Platinum pass on the app or website for San Antonio
@ink64162 жыл бұрын
i’m going to sea world on tuesday
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
@cabinvibeetsystore90942 жыл бұрын
New sub! Liked 🚀🚀😀🙏❤️
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@NightWindsMusic2 жыл бұрын
Shhhhh, don’t tell people about the short lines!
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
I don't mind sharing tips.
@dytamic2 жыл бұрын
scree scra scra scree scra scree, SQUAWK
@CanobieCoaster2 жыл бұрын
Birds?
@harrychest4303 Жыл бұрын
Blackfish ruined Seaworld.
@CanobieCoaster Жыл бұрын
That documentary really hurt them.
@oscarrosado8706Ай бұрын
This park sucks!!!!! Other than the shows its just a handful of rides and gift shops. Bout 26-30 years ago was PEAK seaworld.