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A Merlin Pass is a great product to have, but with unpredictable weather and hidden perks, there was much more we needed to let the customer know about. I really wanted some content to reach out to audiences passed families with young children and inspire the teenage audience as well as couples. Making sure we steer away negative words where we could. For example, try to put a positive spin on a rainy day! I then optimized this blogs using the help of Google Keywords. So not only are they helpful to the customer, but helpful to the SEO.
Come rain or shine, Merlin Annual Pass has you covered!
No matter what season of the year it is, there are so many exciting things to do with your Merlin Annual Pass, and we’re here to give you a little taste of where to begin.
Kick it off with a summer of thrills and take a ride on the Stealth roller coaster at Thorpe Park to experience a whopping 62 meter drop - the second tallest in the UK! If you’re into the great outdoors, pay a visit to Go Ape and have a crack at the UK’s number one forest adventure, where you can climb an obstacle course above the trees!
Halloween is a particularly fun time of year, as the leaves begin to brown and the pumpkins go out. Why not immerse yourself in All Hallows Eve by visiting Warwick Castle’s biggest ever Haunted Castle event on Halloween night? If the castle spooks you out, you can always explore the Horrible Histories Maze, or get lost in the wonder and history of the castle itself. Warwick Castle is open all year round, so you’ve got plenty of time to learn about the fascinating history of the castle, watch an epic live battle for the throne, or explore the castle dungeon.
As winter approaches, take a journey into the deep with an underwater adventure at SEALIFE. You can take your pick from so many cities, whether in Bray, Great Yarmouth, Blackpool, or Manchester just to name a few. Did you know that SEALIFE in Brighton is the world’s oldest operating aquarium? You can see sharks, turtles, rays and tropical fish as they swim under your feet on the indoor glass bottom boat. Or in Birmingham, you can marvel at the cheeky antics of the Gentoo penguins, or meet a crab or starfish at the Interactive Rockpool. Discover the majestic jellyfish, brave to take a peek at our piranhas and feel part of the story in the 4D Cinema.
And, winter is especially exciting because Christmas is just around the corner! Experience the magic of Christmas in London, and while you’re there, take a wander along the Southbank and pop in to any of the London attractions. Make a day of it and take a spin on the London Eye - the Christmas lights look particularly pretty from above, swing by Madame Tussauds to say hello to your favorite celebs (we can’t promise they’ll say hello back), or test your nerves with a descent into the London Dungeon.
There is so much you can do all year round with a Merlin Annual Pass, plus you can enjoy the 20% discount on food, beverage and retail, discounted entry for family & friends! Keep the fun going all year long with a day trip or outing to any of our year round attractions.
Date inspiration with Merlin Annual Pass
Whether you need some exciting date inspiration, or fancy some alone time away from the kids, Merlin Annual Pass has you covered. Life can get busy fast and setting aside time to spend with your partner can be hard to squeeze in, but with a Merlin Annual Pass you can make your next date night one to remember.
We’ve put together the best date nights so you can start looking forward to spending quality time with your partner. Why not take your one-on-one time up a notch this Halloween with a trip to one of Thorpe Park’s Fright Nights? Running from September to November, you’ve got plenty of time to test your wits, survive the 8 scare attractions on the Fright Night line-up or watch your partner scream in fright!
If an evening of ghosts and ghouls is too spooky for you, perhaps a day out in London is more your scene? Make a weekend of it with a stroll through London’s famous sights, you can gaze over the city from above on the London Eye, or pop by Madame Tussuads for a selfie with your favourite celebs and put your partners photography skills to the test. End the day with an adults only VIP evening at SEALIFE, where you’ll be welcomed with a glass of prosecco before taking a stroll across the glass walkway, watching the sharks swimming and swirling beneath your feet! You can explore the Atlantic Cove and Pacific wreck, before enjoying a romantic drink at the bar amongst the turtles and stingrays.
Keen to put a twist on date night dinners? Head to the Rollercoaster restaurant at Alton Towers for your next romantic meal, and watch as your food loops around the room on a coaster track before arriving at your plate – there’s no dining experience quite like it. Or how about traveling back in time for a banquet dinner at Warwick Castle? Immerse yourself in the wonder of the castle and enjoy an evening feast, complete with live music and medieval entertainment.
If a more luxurious experience is what you’re after, the Blackpool Tower will keep you mesmerised with its Grand Ballroom, where you can take your partner for a spin on the ballroom floor, and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea in the most opulent of setting - you’ll be itching for a run on Strictly in no time at all. End the evening with the magical sunset view from the Blackpool Eye - it’s not a bad place to pop the big question either!
Whether it’s a fun Friday night out or a romantic weekend away, a Merlin Annual Pass is the perfect couple’s treat to make the most of your quality time together. Plus, Passholders can take advantage of exclusive access to short breaks, so if your date night destination is a bit further away, you can easily make it into an overnight stay. So treat yourself and your special someone to a year of dates today.
Teenager Travels
Grab those Merlin Annual Passes and get a group together - everyone needs a rollercoaster buddy. Alton Towers or Thorpe Park are perfect for a teen birthday, or even just a school holiday day out with friends.
Before you let them loose on their own, how about setting them a challenge or scavenger hunt for the day? Why not get your teens to pair up and see how many rides they can tackle in one day, how many hole in ones they can hit on the adventure course, or how many pictures they can snap with different Merlin staff? Start a group chat so you can tally who’s winning, and you can rest assured that they’re having a blast by themselves. By giving them challenges and activities to complete, your teens can check in with you throughout the day, but most importantly, still have a fun time with their friends and enjoy their independence.
If you do want to join your kids in the park, inject some magic into the summer holidays with a trip to the Alton Towers Water Park! When your teens need a break from trying to be all grown up, they can get soaked with crazy cannons, or brave the sensational speed of the Master Blaster water coaster. Know any teenage history buffs? Warwick Castle makes for a great day out, where they can immerse themselves in more than 1,100 years of jaw-dropping history, climb the turrets or witness the Mighty Trebuchet launch a projectile over 150m in the air! If they’re really up to the task, challenge them to witness some of the darkest, bloodiest and most frightening times in the Castle’s history with a visit to the Castle Dungeon.
Struggling to find an idea for your teen’s next birthday? If they have an appetite for adventure, The Bear Grylls Activity Centre is the perfect birthday day out. They and their friends can test their skills in eight different Bear Grylls inspired challenges, including archery, climbing, escape rooms, high ropes, shark diving, and snorkelling.
You don’t have to worry about handing out extra pocket money either, because with a Merlin Annual Pass in hand your teens can nab 20% off food, beverages, and retail, and grab a discounted entry for their friends to attractions! The Merlin theme parks are the perfect place to drop your teens off and let them roam, or enjoy together at your own pace.