Located in Atlanta , the Georgia Aquarium is the first CACdesignated aquarium , earning the certification in October 2018 . It ’ s also the largest aquarium in the U . S . and the second largest aquarium in the world , and is home to tens of thousands of animals living in its 10 million gallons of water . Visitors can experience the world beneath the waves with excursions like sleeping under the sea or a behind the seas tour . Designated quiet zones , expedited entrances and sensory bags are also available for visitors . This nonprofit is committed to “ inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and aquatic animals worldwide ,” says Anthony Rivera , vice president of guest experience and hospitality .
9 . DISCOVERY COVE
In February 2019 , Discovery Cove in Orlando became the first all-inclusive day resort and animal interaction park in the U . S . to become a CAC . The tropical resort gives visitors the chance to swim with dolphins , snorkel , hand-feed exotic birds and explore lagoons , rivers and reefs , all within the same day . “ Discovery Cove has long been recognized for its adventure-filled yet relaxed environment with a variety of open , clear spaces that make attractions and services more accessible and reduces sensory overload for guests with cognitive disorders ,” said Kyle Miller , president of Discovery Cove , in a press release announcing the designation .
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