Did you know that along with learning about upcoming family-friendly events, our readers can get a special Macaroni Kid Discount at some of the most popular locations around town?
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Macaroni Kid Subscribers have the exclusive opportunity to enjoy Georgia Aquarium at a price not available anywhere else. Your Total Ticket includes all six galleries plus the AT and T Dolphin Presentation. All of their exhibits and galleries are open for socially distant viewing, in a reduced capacity environment.
Georgia Aquarium's new exhibit, SHARKS! Predators of the Deep, will also be included in your Total Ticket. This is one of the largest and most dynamic shark exhibits in North America. Take a journey from fear to fascination as you uncover the mysterious world of these apex predators.
Georgia Aquarium's focus is to provide a fresh perspective on the vital role sharks play in the health of the ocean. Sharks face many challenges, like overfishing and habitat loss — but humans pose the biggest threat to sharks. In this immersive new gallery, you’ll learn more about these top predators and their importance to our world.
With 1.2 million gallons of water and countless viewing opportunities, guests will come face-to-face with some of the most formidable apex predators in the world but walk away with a new understanding and respect of these amazing animals.
This gallery offers excellent visual access to the mysterious underwater world of SHARKS with its state-of-the-art, floor-to-ceiling acrylic viewing windows. From watching through the windows to the Shark and Ray Immersion experience and the thrilling Shark Cage Dive this new gallery has it all!
Children under 3 are still free. Purchase parking in advance. Parking Prices Members: $10, Non-members: $12.
Remember - All tickets must be purchased in advance, as there are NO day-of ticket sales onsite. ADULT/CHILD/SENIOR: REGULAR ONLINE PRICE: $35.95 MK DISCOUNT PRICE: $30.95 Macaroni Kid subscribers can use their discounts for other animal encounter experiences. Please visit Georgia Aquarium to see them all. |
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North America's largest family of indoor water park resorts. Built for families, designed for maximum fun. Everything for a family getaway under one roof. Giving new meaning to the term “year-round family resort,” Great Wolf Lodge defies the weather outside with an indoor water park experience that has young and old soaking in the fun! With 14 water park locations in the United States and Canada, Great Wolf Lodge is the largest family of indoor water park resorts.
Great Wolf Lodge--it's every kid's dream. There is so much to do and you don't have to do any of the planning! It's the perfect vacation for busy parents.
There is a Georgia Great Wolf Lodge just an hour and a half south from Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Chamblee, and Doraville in LaGrange, Georgia!
For a limited time, our sister site, CertifiKID, is offering Up to 30% Off a Great Wolf Lodge Overnight Stay!
The Details:
- Valid Sunday- Thursday nights through 1/14/2021 at 14 locations throughout the country.
- But HURRY - You must book your stay by 11/15/20.
- Blackout Dates: 11/26/20 and 12/20 - 12/31/20
- To Book: Click HERE (and the discount will be automatically applied) OR use discount code CERTKID at checkout.
Tips for your trip:
- If you've never been to Great Wolf Lodge, download the app ahead of time. Through the app, you can book your stay, find out what activities are going on today, access food menus and ordering, access the lodge map, find coupons, message with guest services and more!
- If you want to take pictures on your phone while in the water park, bring a waterproof phone case or you can buy one when you get there. If you're in the water park, you're going to get wet--but it's so much fun!
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Holiday in the Park® returns to Six Flags Over Georgia—the Thrill Capital of the South—beginning November 21. This holiday wonderland is more spectacular than ever with 16 intricately themed areas, 30-holiday rides, dazzling live shows, and festive seasonal food, all combining to make Holiday in the Park the most magical time of the year.
Holiday in the Park® operates on select days from November 21, 2020, through January 3, 2021.
Please visit Six Flags Over Georgia to reach the Macaroni Kid Discount Page and enter the user id: MacaronikidOG and password: SixFlags10 (both are case sensitive). Kids 2 and under are FREE. MK Discount Tickets are $34.99. (Regular price is $43.00). Parking should be pre-purchased prior to your visit. Cash is not accepted for parking. |
Parking should be pre-purchased prior to your visit. Cash is not accepted for parking.
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Are you an adrenaline junkie? Or is your spouse? If so, we have the ultimate adventure to recommend for any thrill-seekers in your family 18 years and older. Skydive Georgia in Cedartown, which is about an hour west of 285. Having been in business for over 20 years, they have more skydive experience than any other dropzone in the Atlanta area by far. They take every available precaution to ensure your jump is free of any unnecessary risk. The National Safety Council statistics show that the risk of accidents during tandem skydiving- where you're attached to an experienced skydiving instructor for your jump- are less than being struck by lightning or stung by a bee.
Read about Becky Sanford (Duluth, Norcross, Suwanee, Johns Creek, Peachtree Corners Macaroni Kid')s recent Birthday Skydive HERE.
Call Skydive Georgia at 770-684-3483 to make a reservation. Tickets are good for two years. Ask for Elizabeth and tell her that Macaroni Kid sent you and she will honor their Summer Tandem Special of $159.00 anytime! (Normally $199.00) |
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A dazzling and exciting holiday season begins Nov. 14 at Georgia’s most visited attraction. Stone Mountain Park will once again transform into the ultimate winter wonderland with more than 2 million LED lights, daily production of over 360 tons of snow, an interactive tree lighting ceremony, Santa’s fly over and plenty of Christmas spirit for families to enjoy.
A family-favorite tradition, Stone Mountain Christmas is Atlanta’s most heartwarming celebration filled with festive music, millions of dazzling lights, captivating shows and visits with popular holiday characters. Guests can wander through the new Musical Frosted Forest surrounded by beautiful lights, sights and sounds of the holiday season. Marvel as the town lights up during the Enchanted Tree Lighting Ceremony and catch Santa’s flight through the sky each night before the Snow Angel’s Christmas Parade. The parade features seven new floats and a cast of 40 performers including 10-foot tall candy canes, walking snow globes, Christmas trees and more.
Discover Stone Mountain Christmas every weekend and school holidays, November 14, 2020, through January 3, 2021
The regular ticket price is $29.95, but with the Macaroni Kid Discount, tickets are just $24.95! Visit Stone Mountain Park and be sure to click "APPLY" for the discount code: MACKID for a one-day Adventure Pass |
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Military members (active duty, reserves and retirees) can enjoy a visit to World of Coca-Cola free of charge year-round, but Veterans Day is extra special. To show World of Coca-Cola’s gratitude to the men and women who serve our country, the attraction is extending a special offer to their loved ones as well.
Monday through Thursday from Nov. 2 to Nov. 12, members of the Armed Forces may purchase up to four general admission tickets at half-price for their friends and family to join them on a memorable visit to the attraction.
Tickets must be purchased online using promotional code “vets2020” and members will be asked to present their valid Armed Forces ID when they arrive at the attraction.
Please visit the World of Coca-Cola for tickets with discount code: vets2020.
PLUS, They have a brand new exhibit that proves flavor is more than meets the tongue!
World of Coca-Cola has officially announced the opening of Scent Discovery, the attraction’s first new permanent exhibit since 2011. The experience gives guests a deep dive into the anatomy of smell — from reception to perception — and challenges visitors to identify a variety of sweet, fruity and spicy scents.
| “Many people don’t realize that flavor actually has more to do with smell than taste,” said Joanna Hobday, Group Director, Retail Operations and Administration, The Coca-Cola Company. “As a brand whose people are passionate about creating and providing the best-tasting drinks in the world, the scent is at the core of what we do. Through Scent Discovery, we’re taking fans on an aromatic journey into the profiles they might find in some of their favorite beverages.” |
Inside the exhibit, guests learn about the science behind humans’ sense of smell and how it works with the brain to identify foods and recall memories.
World of Coca-Cola Ambassadors lead small groups of guests through a tour of aromas — from sweet to fruity to spicy. Guests individually smell the scents one by one, share what each reminds them of and attempt to identify the fragrances.
Following the guided experience, guests are invited to explore other mystery scents, grouped by flavor profile, along the outside wall of the room. As they learn each aroma’s origin, guests will also uncover related beverage recommendations. Guests leave the exhibit knowing more about why they choose the beverages they prefer and which Coca-Cola drinks to sample next.
The health and safety of employees and guests are World of Coca-Cola's top priorities, and the attraction has adjusted its operations in compliance with guidelines from health and government authorities. Face coverings are required for all employees and guests over the age of 2, and capacity has been reduced via time-stamped admission tickets to promote social distancing. Thermal temperature scans are conducted for employees and guests upon entry, and cleaning routines have been enhanced throughout the attraction. Face coverings and social distancing are required inside Scent Discovery and do not detract from the experience of the exhibit. The Taste It! sampling experience has been altered to comply with FDA guidelines, and small groups are led through curated tastings at designated times
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