Sea World Ticket Special To Celebrate 60 Year Anniversary Ends Tonight

Want to buy a Sea World ticket for a great price? Sea Word has been open for 60 years. And as part of the celebration, they are offering admission tickets for $60 for a single-day ticket.

Sea World Orlando's park president is Jon Peterson. He spoke with a reporter from WESH and he explained Sea World's growth philosophy. “This park has grown from a very small park to a very large hundred and 96 plus acres park. But over the last three years, we’ve invested back into our attractions, invested in new rides, invested in our animal facilities, and we continue to invest in our guests’ experience.”

Growing up in Tampa, it was not unusual to make one or two trips to Sea World each year with my family. Mom and Dad would ask us which parks we'd like to go to and Sea Worls was always a the top of my list. As a kid, I was always interested in marine biology, and sharks were my absolute favorite. I remember being so excited when they first opened the shark exhibit.

Sea World has had quite a run over the last 60 years. The amusement park company has seen plenty of changes over the years.

Let's look back at a little Sea World history. The first location opened in San Diego in 1964.

In recent years, Sea World made major changes, no longer having Killer Whales perform. But you will be able to see Shamu in costume as a character.

Peterson commented on brining Shamu back as a character. “To have Shamu back in the park, taking pictures, meeting, greeting, giving hugs, high fives. He’ll be featured in his own parade."

So what does the future hold for Sea World parks? What new attractions are on the horizon? More shows, a new family roller coaster, and a penguin exhibit.

If you want to take advantage of this Sea World special offer, get your ticket before midnight.

To buy a Sea World ticket, click here.

America doesn't lack for having the best amusement parks. Whether you're a daredevil and want to ride the tallest, scariest roller coasters in the world or prefer just eating park food, a day at the park can be a super fun experience.

One great thing about theme parks is that you can usually find one within driving distance. This makes amusement parks a reasonable choice for a family vacation or weekend giveaway, especially if money is an issue. Amusement parks are also great for capturing memories for kids. When I was a child, my family took me to several parks in Michigan, California, Ohio and Florida, so I have great memories from those trips.

The best theme parks also have convenient lodging nearby, making the trip truly seamless. That's not to mention the awesome water parks that are often attached to today's theme parks. Also, even though theme parks are meant for kids, it's obvious that adults can have just as much fun at them, too.

Read on for our list of the 10 best amusement parks in America, from Cedar Point to Hersheypark. All of these are famous for their attractions, food and more. What's your favorite? Reach out to us on social media and let us know.

Dollywood is a favorite that's located in the Great Smokey Mountain area. Of course, it's named after the one and only Dolly Parton. If you're a country music fan, this is a must-see stop. Even if you aren't a huge country music listener, it's a great, traditional amusement park.

https://www.dollywood.com/

Kings Island Theme Park is a little bit off the radar, but it's a great park. It's known for not only its amusement park but also its fantastic water park. Kings Island features a range of coasters, Planet Snoopy for the kids and more.

https://www.ohioslargestplayground.com/directory/kings-island-amusement-and-water-park/

Legoland is simply legendary. Whoever had the idea to make an entire amusement park dedicated to Legos is a genius. The amusement park offers fun rides, live entertainment and more. You'll find a Legoland Water Park, too.

https://www.legoland.com/

Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia, is one of those parks that you just hear about a lot. I feel like I've been hearing about it since I was a little kid, but I've never been there. Busch Gardens is known for being extremely beautiful and scenic, which is rare for an amusement park.

https://buschgardens.com/

Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California, is another spot that I've had the pleasure of visiting. When I was a kid, my family took me to California to see my aunt, and we went to not only Disneyland but also Knott's Berry Farm. The amusement park has more than 165 rides, attractions and more. They also have fun holiday and Halloween events.

https://www.visitbuenapark.com/business/knotts-berry-farm

Six Flags Magic Mountain is another huge name when it comes to parks. The spot, located in Valencia, California, is known for its amazing coasters. What's cool is that the park offers a mix of scary-type coasters for the big kids (and adults) and tame coasters for the kids (and wimpy adults, like me). Other Six Flags parks also belong here, too, as the chain has lots of locations across America.

If you want that Disney experience but live on the West Coast, then you're much closer to Disney California Adventure Park, aka "Disneyland," than you are to Disney World. I've actually been to both parks, since my aunt lives near Disneyland, and I went as a kid. The park is super fun for those of any age, and it really gives you that Disney movie experience, but in a park. The park has been updated over the years, but it's more classic than Disney World.

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/disney-california-adventure/

If you're in the Pennsylvania area, then you absolutely have to go to Hersheypark. The park, which is owned by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, helps to keep Milton S. Hershey's legacy alive. Not only do you get chocolate (yum!), but Hersheypark also offers roller coasters, water rides and more fun.

https://www.hersheypark.com/

There is something simply classic about Walt Disney World. It should be every kid's right of passage to go here. I'm fortunate that my parents took me to Disney World twice when I was little. I loved meeting my favorite princesses, but there is plenty to do for adults at the park, too.

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/

Cedar Point is legendary in the Midwest. The park is considered the "Roller Coaster Capital of the World," since it has so many fantastic coasters to ride. If you're looking for major thrills, plus stuff to do for the family, Cedar Point is a great spot. Plus, it's not as pricey as some of the major parks.

https://www.shoresandislands.com/listing/cedar-point-amusement-park/10202/