Discovery Cove Consideration

[Bethpremier]

Ive been reading through everyone's threads and Im very seriously considering trying to make this work for my husband as a surprise birthday present. Im thinking of the package without dolphin swim. We would be there on August 29.

How are crowds then if anyone knows?
Prices are at $179pp right now. And I think I understand that includes unlimited to SeaWorld too for 14 days?
Has anyone seen any discounts?
And parking is extra?

Im trying to decide if its all worth it. I plan to watch some videos on youtube tonight. We cruise alot and he absolutely loves to snorkel.

Thanks ahead of time for any help you can give.

 

[Gina-Gina-Bo-Bina]

Ive been reading through everyone's threads and Im very seriously considering trying to make this work for my husband as a surprise birthday present. Im thinking of the package without dolphin swim. We would be there on August 29.

How are crowds then if anyone knows?

Its never crowded at DC, as they cap admission at 1300 people on any given day (and if they are not "sold out", its even less).

Orlando, in general, is less busy that week as all the locals have gone back to school by that time. Do remember, though, that its "hurricane season" so Mother Nature can definitely be a factor.

Prices are at $179pp right now. And I think I understand that includes unlimited to SeaWorld too for 14 days?

Yes. It also includes 14 days admission to Aquatica (and its an awesome waterpark!!). The 14 days admission can be used either before or after your DC day (or a combination of both).

For an extra $22 (if I remember correctly) you can add 14 days unlimited admission to Busch Gardens to your ticket as well.

Has anyone seen any discounts?

Not yet. I am doubtful we will see them for that week (I am going as well during the same time frame) as its still summer and they have enough admissions being purchased that they don't need to offer discounts to boost attendance. That said, you never know!

And parking is extra?

Parking is free at DC. Its an extra cost at SW and Aquatica. You can buy a length-of-stay pass for parking at SW & AQ for $30 by calling DC and having them add it to your reservation. If you get the ultimate parking pass (unlimited parking at SW, AQ and Busch Gardens), its $40 vs. $30.

Im trying to decide if its all worth it. I plan to watch some videos on youtube tonight. We cruise alot and he absolutely loves to snorkel.

Thanks ahead of time for any help you can give.

See my answers above, in red.

DC is awesome.....truly a special experience. I think you would really, really enjoy it! (I know we do!)

 

[Bethpremier]

You are the best! Thank you!

Ill watch those videos tonight and let you know my thoughts.

 

[Gina-Gina-Bo-Bina]

Beth....did you decide to book?

If so, let me know your date, and I will add you to our Discovery Cove Roll Call thread:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3214125

 

[Bethpremier]

Aww thanks! Still undecided. Our dates have changed on our trip. Not sure if that will affect anything at all. It would mean me finding a way to make the extra money before we go. Ill keep you posted!