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Georgia Aquarium Brings the Magic of Marine Life to Guests with Disabilities Year-Round

Looking for a once-in-a-lifetime connection that brings you to the wonders of the ocean? Georgia Aquarium does just that, and for all guests, with its year-round commitment to accessible programs and experiences for those living with disabilities.

“At Georgia Aquarium, we offer immersive programs for guests of all abilities,” said Sam Herman, director of guest programs at Georgia Aquarium. “We have made it our mission to train our staff, design experiences, and build spaces so people of all physical and cognitive abilities can connect with our magnificent marine life.”

July is Disability Pride Month, celebrating and honoring the dignity of the one in four Americans living with a disability. But all year at the Aquarium, guests with physical or cognitive disabilities can explore and discover the wonders of the ocean up close with swim and diving experiences. Journey with the Gentle Giants in the Aquarium’s 6.3 million-gallon Ocean Voyager habitat, built by The Home Depot,  is the only opportunity in the world where you are guaranteed to swim or dive with whale sharks, manta rays, and thousands of other fish.

The Aquarium’s dive team is comprised of Dive Masters and Instructors with certifications and training to assist guests of all abilities. Each member of the Dive Team is trained to lead disabled divers and swimmers on their journey, ensuring the care and safety of these esteemed guests. Locker rooms and dive platforms are ADA-compliant.

“Our commitment to accessible experiences doesn’t stop with physical challenges,” said Herman. “We’re honored to accommodate other individual needs, as well.”

In 2018, Georgia Aquarium became the first aquarium designated as a Certified Autism Center. Last fall, it was named KultureCity’s Sensory Inclusive Venue of the Year for training more than 80% of staff and volunteers on compassionately and effectively working with guests on the autism spectrum and providing sensory features for those who need or want them. They also have assets and services to support those with vision and/or hearing loss as well.

Georgia Aquarium is also honored to have hosted more than 2,900 military personnel and guests who have been physically, emotionally, or mentally wounded through their Veterans Immersion Program, offering swims or dives 365 days a year.

To learn more about how to visit the aquarium and the accessible experiences offered, please visit. To arrange accessible swim or dives programs, guests may email dive@georgiaaquarium.org. For all other accessible animal encounters, please call 404-581-4000 or email hospitality@georgiaaquarium.org.

Georgia Aquarium and Margaritaville Vacation Club Bring Island Vibes to Dolphin Coast Gallery with New Partnership

Atlanta’s first and only vacation ownership resort kicks off the summer with $10,000 donation to fund free Title I school visits to local aquarium during upcoming school year.

Atlanta’s newest resort in Centennial Park, Margaritaville Vacation Club® – Atlanta, extended its commitment to the city today, announcing its presenting partnership of Georgia Aquarium’s Dolphin Coast presentation and gallery.

To kick off the partnership, Margaritaville Vacation Club also announced it would donate $10,000 to Georgia Aquarium’s Sponsored Education Admissions (SEA) Grant, which provides free self-guided admission to select Title I Schools in the State of Georgia. The program ensures that diverse audiences, regardless of economic status, have an opportunity to experience the wonders of the aquarium.

“As a global leisure travel company, hospitality and responsible tourism is at the heart of all we do, and we strive to positively impact the world around us,” said Jeff Myers, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Wyndham Destinations. “Our partnership with Georgia Aquarium helps support a leading nonprofit in our newest timeshare destination – the vibrant city of Atlanta. And we could not think of a more perfect pairing for the laid-back, adventurous lifestyle of the Margaritaville Vacation Club brand than Dolphin Coast.”

Newly rebranded as the Margaritaville Vacation Club Dolphin Coast, the daily 15-minute, trainer-led presentations give aquarium guests a glimpse into the beauty, athleticism and intelligence of the common bottlenose dolphin. The Dolphin Coast gallery lobby will soon be outfitted with a brand-new roseate spoonbill and scarlet ibis habitat featuring both aquatic and arboreal elements – the first habitat of its kind at Georgia Aquarium. By providing a glimpse at these colorful and gregarious birds up close, the new gallery exhibit will educate guests on the diversity and delicate balance of coastal ecosystems.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Margaritaville Vacation Club as a partner of Georgia Aquarium – and to the Downtown Atlanta community,” said Brian Davis, Ph.D., president and CEO of Georgia Aquarium. “Millions of guests who visit our aquarium get the unique opportunity to learn about dolphins and their important role in our ocean’s ecosystem. Partnerships like these are crucial to our mission to inspire awareness and preservation of aquatic animals and their ecosystem – our world’s oceans.”

One of Atlanta’s newest landmark buildings, the Margaritaville Vacation Club resort first opened its doors for guests in June 2022 and celebrates its one year anniversary this month. Dual-branded with Club Wyndham, the 22-story urban oasis is located on the edge of Centennial Olympic Park and features spacious one-bedroom standard and one-, two- and three-bedroom deluxe and presidential suites that bring the relaxed escapism of Margaritaville to life.

Situated at the base of the resort tower and open to the public, the two-story Margaritaville Restaurant is now offering a signature cocktail, Fins To The Left®, to benefit the Georgia Aquarium. Blended with Margaritaville Silver Tequila, Blue Curaçao and the restaurant’s house margarita blend, the blue cocktail gives a nod to the ocean waters the common bottlenose dolphin call home. Twenty-five percent of each specialty drink purchase this summer will be donated back to the aquarium.

Existing Margaritaville Vacation Club and Club Wyndham timeshare owners can book their stay at Margaritaville Vacation Club – Atlanta by visiting MargaritavilleVacationClub.com.

Non-owners can test drive the vacation ownership life by booking a stay through the Wyndham Destinations booking platform ExtraHolidays.com. For a limited time and on select dates only, travelers and staycationers alike who book a qualifying three-night rental stay at the new Atlanta resort will enjoy a free Sleep Under the Sea experience* during their second night in the city. Open to children ages seven and up accompanied by an adult (21+), the Sleep Under the Sea program allows visitors to explore Georgia Aquarium after dark and spend the night with a view of one its captivating gallery windows.

To learn more about Georgia Aquarium and its exhibits, as well as to purchase admissions, please visit GeorgiaAquarium.org.

Media Contacts:

Melissa Landy
Margaritaville Vacation Club
(407) 626-3830
Media@wyn.com

Paige Hale
Georgia Aquarium
(404) 581-4230
Phale@georgiaaquarium.org

Brand Guidelines

For the use of Georgia Aquarium’s name, logo, colors, or graphics, please see our Logo Guidelines. Express written consent regarding the use of name, logo, or graphics may be obtained by submitting .JPG or .PDF artwork or proof via email to the contact below.

Please allow up to 10 days for approval or edits, though most requests can be processed in as little as 1-2 business day(s). Every effort will be made to process requests in a timely manner.

Marketing & Brand Contact: marketing@georgiaaquarium.org

After reviewing our Logo Guidelines, please click here for a downloadable list of assets.

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About Georgia Aquarium:
Georgia Aquarium is a leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Atlanta, Ga. that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Georgia Aquarium is committed to working on behalf of all marine life through education, preservation, exceptional animal care, and research across the globe. Georgia Aquarium continues its mission each day to inspire, educate, and entertain its millions of guests about the aquatic biodiversity throughout the world through its hundreds of exhibits and tens of thousands of animals across its eight major galleries. For more information, visit georgiaaquarium.org

Influencer Admission Application

  • Applications will only be considered for influencers/content creators on social media platforms and must meet ALL of the following requirements:

– Minimum of over 15,000+ followers on a Instagram or Tiktok social media account

– Strong engagement of 3-8%

– Posting frequency over the last 30-60 days

– Average video views of 5,000+ within last 10 posts

  • Please submit an application seven (7) business days prior to desired visit date.
  • Tickets are not guaranteed and are subject to availability and blackout dates.

PLEASE NOTE: Filling out this form and meeting the eligibility requirements does NOT guarantee complimentary admission. We reserve the right to not offer complimentary admission due to factors like holidays, peak attendance season, and branding guidelines. Ticket requests cannot be processed after 12 p.m. on Friday, weekends or holidays.

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
  • Georgia Aquarium reserves the right to decline any application that does not meet these criteria.

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  • *Limit of 6

  • Content Agreement

  • Do you agree to send post data performance on your post?

  • Social Media Info

  • I agree I have more than 15,000+ total followers on my social media platform.
  • By agreeing to this form, you will provide all content to be reviewed by Georgia Aquarium three (3) business days prior to posting and to enter into a Sponsored Content Agreement should Georgia Aquarium offer.

Filming & Access Overview

Interested in commercial filming or photography at Georgia Aquarium? Are you a digital influencer or member of the media looking to visit the Aquarium for a story? See the below information to help with your request.

Commercial Filming at Georgia Aquarium

To submit a request, a Filming and Photography Application must be completed via the link below. Your application will automatically be sent to the Communications team.

Before submitting your application please read carefully:

  • At least three (3) weeks’ notice is required for filming and photo requests and must be approved by the Communications team.
  • Commercial filming/photo productions may be charged filming fees with additional fees as necessary based on the production’s request(s). A fee estimate will be provided if a filming
    is approved. 
  • A rush fee may be incurred for filming date requests under three (3) weeks’ notice.
  • All filming at Georgia Aquarium must follow Georgia Aquarium’s Commercial Filming and Photography Guidelines. 
  • Please allow up to three (3) business days for a response. 
  • Filming or photo shoots during peak attendance periods (i.e. holidays, weekends, spring or summer break) cannot be accommodated.  
  • Please limit production crews to essential personnel only, especially for filmings in animal spaces or during our open hours. Any additional guests not actively part of the crew may not be admitted.  
  • Due to the high volume of filming requests received, student productions cannot be accommodated.
  • If a filming request is approved, a Location Agreement must be signed by all parties. Outside location agreements will not be signed.
  • Georgia Aquarium reserves the right to cancel any shoot at any time if it is not in the best interest of the animals, staff, or guests, or if it defies the Aquarium’s mission or any of the guidelines outlined.

 

SUBMIT FILMING APPLICATION

 

On-Site Traditional Media Requests

  • To request an interview or filming for a traditional news media outlet or publication, please email media@georgiaaquarium.org.
  • Members of the media covering a story related to Georgia Aquarium must contact the Communications team to request interviews or access before admittance.
  • No media will be admitted if they arrive on-site for day-of filming without prior approval from the Communications team.

Media & Influencer Ticket Admissions Policy

The influencer and content creator ticket admission policy at Georgia Aquarium provides the opportunity to cover the Aquarium for social media.

  • Inquiries about complimentary or discounted tickets must completely fill out and submit one of the appropriate application forms listed below at least seven (7) business days prior to their desired visit date.
  • Applicants must meet the minimum requirements to be considered for social media partnership. Georgia Aquarium reserves the right to decline any application that does not meet these criteria:

      ○ Minimum of over 15,000+ followers on a Instagram or Tiktok social media account

       ○ Strong engagement of 3-8%

         ○ Posting frequency over the last 30-60 days

         ○ Average video views of 5,000+ within last 10 posts

  • Tickets are not guaranteed and are subject to availability and blackout dates.

      ○ Ticket requests cannot be processed after 12 p.m. on Friday, weekends or holidays.

      ○ Visits during peak attendance periods (i.e. holidays, weekends, spring or summer break) cannot be accommodated.

  • We no longer provide complimentary admission for media visits. If you are interested in covering a story, interviews, etc. for broadcast, print, or digital journalism, please fill out a Media Request and Filming Application. 

Please note: While recording and photography devices are allowed in the Aquarium, no professional-grade cameras, lenses, boom mics, lighting, etc. will be allowed without permission from the Communications team. Live streams are prohibited for the safety of our guests and animals.

 

TRADITIONAL MEDIA APPLICATION

 

INFLUENCER APPLICATION

 

Celebrities & VIPs

  • If a celebrity/VIP is interested in visiting Georgia Aquarium, notification must be submitted to the Communications and Guest Programs departments. Requests are reviewed on an individual basis.
  • All celebrities/VIPs are given the option to have confidential visits to the Aquarium. In this case, they are required to pay for all of the costs of their experience.
  • Certain celebrities/VIPs are offered complimentary services in exchange for various media opportunities.

To notify the Communications department of a celebrity/VIP visit, please email media@georgiaaquarium.org and guestprograms@georgiaaquarium.org.

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All photos or videos found on this page are available for non-commercial usage. For requests regarding additional photos or video, please contact media@georgiaaquarium.org

Photo credit: Georgia Aquarium