SeaWorld Update: Park Goes Cashless, Wild Arctic Entrance Relocated, & More (PART 1)

Good morning, and welcome to our latest SeaWorld Orlando photo-report! Today, we have plenty of news to share, so get ready as we explore this wonderful theme park and point out anything new we noticed along the way.

Let's begin by taking a closer look at some new kiosks that were recently installed by the park's main entrance:

SeaWorld Orlando recently announced that cash would no longer be accepted inside the park; as a result, Guests can now use these kiosks to exchange their cash for a Visa prepaid debit card. Another alternative is using the in-park ATMs:

 

The park was very quiet since the storm had just made its through the area:

 

The waterfall usually flowing behind the Manta sign was off:

Only a five-minute wait for one of the park's most unique roller coasters: 

 

Key West:

  

Here, we spotted another kiosk:

 

We really enjoy watching the dolphins:

 

It's still strange not seeing the entrance to TurtleTrek that used to be in this spot just a few years ago:

 

A regular ATM can be found by the gift shop located near the SeaWorld Rescue Center:

 

Journey to Atlantis looks great after its refurbishment, but some areas may still need some attention:

 

Work continues in the future site of the park's newest family coaster:

 

Large fans were recently installed in multiple areas of the park. Definitely a smart move!:

 

The Kraken:

 

Guests still walk through a backstage area to get to Pacific Point Preserve:

 

Shark Wreck Reef:

 

Another new fan can be found in this area:

 

Infinity Falls was temporarily closed due to inclement weather:

 

A new sign advertises some of the food & beverage offerings available at the Waterway Grill:

 

The seating area of the Waterway Grill feels much more cramped since half of the building was walled-off:

 

Work continues inside (and outside) the building formerly housing the park's main Starbucks location:

 

Notice the different colors on the roof:

Be sure to CLICK HERE to find PART 2 of this SeaWorld photo-report!