Theme park earnings: Disney World, SeaWorld show signs of slump
Disney World saw "lower results" on attendance and revenue, while SeaWorld reported a nearly 3% attendance drop across its parks.
SeaWorld says Cedar Fair takeover bid has been rejected
A SeaWorld statement said, "Unfortunately, we do not see a path to a transaction."
Theme park news: Legoland Florida reducing distancing / SeaWorld CEO / Paradise Pier reopening
Legoland Florida will scale back distancing markers to three feet starting May 14.
SeaWorld lost $312 million in 2020 as COVID-19 led to 72% attendance drop
On the plus side, per capita revenue, admissions, and in-park spending increased in 2020.
SeaWorld delays Sesame Place San Diego until 2022 — which comes with $2,000-a-day penalty
Aquatica San Diego will instead have one final operating season in 2021.
Theme park news: Comcast CEO on the future of Universal parks/ SeaWorld layoffs
Comcast CEO Brian Roberts said some guests may not return to theme parks until a COVID-19 vaccine is available.
SeaWorld turning some temporary furloughs into permanent layoffs
"SeaWorld has determined that it must transition certain park and corporate personnel from a furloughed status to a permanent layoff," the company said in a statement.
Iron Gwazi opening delayed to 2021 along with other SeaWorld coasters
Also delayed will be Emperor, Pantheon and Ice Breaker.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg may begin phased reopening next month, SeaWorld says
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is one of three SeaWorld-owned parks that remain closed.