SeaWorld was decked for the holidays, from Christmas trees with a seaside theme to twinkling blue lights. There were also several holiday-themed activities there. The Arctic attraction with the polar bears changed from a simulated helicopter ride to a Polar Express ride. Shamu also put on a special Christmas version of Believe (although we went to the classic Believe show).

As someone who really doesn’t like most rides (I don’t like rides that go really fast or really high… so that pretty much eliminates most of them), SeaWorld is nice because there is so much to do that doesn’t involve rides. That also means it’s nice for my twins. At age 3, many rides at theme parks have a height limit that excludes them.

Our day at SeaWorld started with a visit to the dolphins. We also saw the seals, and the penguins (I just love penguins!). We checked out the Shark Encounter, and we touched stingrays. By we I mean me, with the kids looking at me like I was crazy and yelling, “Ewww!”

I posted a Whrrl story during our day at SeaWorld. Here it is:

I also live streamed from Qik while at SeaWorld. Here is my video of penguins:

And here is my video of Shamu’s Believe show:

SeaWorld is a lot of fun for all ages. I think it has several that could allow strollers but don’t, which would make it much easier on the kids (you know, their main demographic). But I do love that there is more to this theme park than rides, and that there are some great opportunities for children to learn there.

Oh, and of course, my husband DOES like rides that go fast and high. If you can believe it, my one of seven attempts to catch the riders zipping past was actually the time he was on board. Wild.

You can see my full Flickr SeaWorld Set.

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