‘ZooAmerica’ Archive

2010 Hersheypark in the Dark – Tickets now $26.95 hoping for Giant discounts August 8, 2010 No Comments

Hersheypark has upped their Hersheypark in the Dark ticket price $2 to $26.95 for ages 9-54.  It is $17.95 for those 3-8 or 55+.  They are offering multi day tickets this year and preview options for those arriving the day before the day they actually want to visit.  Full details can be found on the [...]

New ZooAmerica Ocelot exhibit and new video kiosk July 15, 2010 No Comments

Checkout the ZooAmerica website here to read about their newest exhibit featuring ocelots Nib and Bean.  (Well, what else would you name them in Hershey PA?)  They are located in the Great Southwest section of the park.
When I was strolling through ZooAmerica in June I noticed the new Zoo Tube video kiosk above on the [...]

How do I get into ZooAmerica from Hersheypark? And is it free? July 6, 2010 No Comments

This is a question I’ve answered for a lot of people while at Hersheypark.  I’m not sure why folks have a hard time finding the entrance, but they really do.
To answer the last question first, your entrance to ZooAmerica is included with your Hersheypark ticket as long as you enter from within the park so [...]

Hershey Sweet Adventure Pass – resort guests only June 17, 2010 No Comments

Hershey is offering something new to visitors who stay 3 nights or more at any of the Hershey Resorts.  If you stay 3 or more nights you will be able to purchase a Hershey Sweet Adventure Pass that offers you UNLIMITED access to Hersheypark, ZOOAMERICA, The Hershey Story and The Hershey Gardens.
Price for ages 9-54 [...]

Founders Day Event at ZOOAMERICA on May 2nd – pony rides and food May 1, 2010 No Comments

ZOOAMERICA is kicking off their 100th season on Sunday May 2nd with a Founder’s Day celebration.  From 12-6pm visitors to ZOOAMERICA can experience special events such as:

pony rides $5
food (hot dog meal deal is $2)
animal encounters
history presentation on Black Bear patio at 3pm
strolling barbershop quartet and more.

Get all the details at the ZOOAMERICA website here.

Top 10 Hersheypark Tips for Parents and Grandparents April 30, 2010 No Comments

I’ve been visiting Hersheypark with children for 15 years now from infant to teen and there are some things that will definitely make your trip with your kids better.  Here are my Top 10 tips:

Wear sunscreen and keep it with you.  Certain sections of Hersheypark other than the Boardwalk water area are lacking in trees [...]

2010 Hersheypark Season Passes – what do they include? April 3, 2010 No Comments

Hersheypark Season Passes are running $140 right now, but unless you only visit the park one time during the year the Season Pass can be a real savings.
Here is what your Season Pass will entitle you to:

Parking is FREE all year when the park is open with a season pass. It will cost from $7-15 [...]

ZooAmerica is included in Springtime in the Park ticket No Comments

Remember if you’re taking a trip to Sprintime in the Park that admission to ZooAmerica is included.  If you need a quiet place to sit down for a few minutes, the ZooAmerica snack bar is a nice choice.

Hersheypark Spring Package deals March 21, 2010 No Comments

The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge are offering 3 different package deals for the spring. Packages prices are per room, per night up to four guests.  These are by no means the cheapest ways to visit Hershey, but for someone looking for a high-end package this is the way to do it.
The Easter package (which [...]

ZooAmerica History presentation at The Hershey Story, March 20, 2010 March 7, 2010 No Comments

If you are a fan of ZooAmerica, come to The Hershey Story Museum to hear Pam Whitenack, Hershey Community Archive Director, discuss the 100 year history of ZooAmerica.  The talk is free.
There will also be an animal encounter.
For more information, contact The Hershey Story.