In less than a month the coolest new roller coaster is opening in Orlando. Manta is opening May 22nd at SeaWorld Orlando. Manta is a flying coaster, one of just a handful in the world. I am not a roller coaster expert, I don't even like most coasters but, I want to try this one, I think. I am intrigued by the flying aspect of the coaster and I want to try it, at least once.

Even if you aren't a roller coaster enthusiast, Manta still has something for you. The attraction boasts multiple aquatic habitats which house more than 3,000 animals. There are 300 rays from 8 different species, sea dragons, sea horses, over 2,000 exotic fish and one Pacific Octopus! There are "pop-up" aquariums where kids can "pop up" in the middle of the aquarium and be surrounded by fish. There is also a 220-square foot over head viewing panel so the guests can experience hundreds of rays swimming over them!

SeaWorld Orlando has set up a website to whet your appetite for Manta. It is an interactive website, I just spent about 45 minutes learning all about the ride, watching an interesting behind the scenes video with izea's Ted Murphy, and learning about all of the marine life that are part of this attraction. When you go to www.ridetheflyingray.com you register for a free account and participate in 6 different activities.

• Take the Manta quiz
• Submit to Flickr
• Fill Your Row
• Submit to YouTube
• Make a Manta Mask
• Follow & Tweet

If you complete 2 of the activities you will earn ONE complimentary electronic photograph from your Manta ride experience at SeaWorld Orlando. If you complete all six activities, you'll go straight to the front of the line when you earn a Manta "front-of-the-line" pass (see rules on the actual website) at SeaWorld Orlando. I have completed 2 activities and I am going for all 6. I figure if I have a front-of-the-line pass then I have less time to chicken out! I hope to get to SeaWorld Orlando this summer and I hope to see you there!

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