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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Download this new app before visiting the Honolulu Zoo
HONOLULU (KHON2) — If you have an upcoming trip planned at the Honolulu Zoo, a new mobile app is available for download to provide an interactive and seamless experience. WakeUp2Day's Chris Latronic went live from the Honolulu Zoo to learn more about the new features. This new animal could be coming to Honolulu Zoo Officials said the newest app brings an array of innovative features, helping zoogoers maximize their visit. The app includes an interactive map, countless animal fun facts and a new series of 'Keeper Chats' scheduled at the Honolulu Zoo that will be available for app users. According to zoo officials, the chats are designed by the zoo's animal keepers, which provide 'educational and captivating stories on their training, feeding and a new mobile app for the Honolulu Zoo is a significant step forward in our modernization efforts. We extend a huge mahalo to both the SSA Group and Honolulu Zoo Society for the sponsoring and licensing of the app to help elevate zoo safety and guest experience, allowing visitors to easily navigate and locate their favorite animal, plan their route, find refreshments, gift shop, restrooms, exits, and emergency contact information — all from the palm of their hand. Linda Santos, zoo director Other key features include the following: GPS-Enabled Interactive Map – Navigate the zoo. Personalized Itinerary Planning – Plan your visit by selecting must-see attractions and experiences. Animal Profiles and Conservation Efforts – Learn about Honolulu Zoo's diverse species and conservation programs. Real-Time Notifications – Stay informed about upcoming habitat chats, enrichment sessions and feedings, and special events. Dining & Shopping Information – Locate food options, gift shops, and refreshment stands. The app also offers the opportunity to catch your favorite animal during their mealtime, featuring a daily schedule of chats and feedings for black rhinos, toucans, cheetahs, Japanese giant salamanders, porcupines and giraffes. Check out more news from around Hawaii Download the Honolulu Zoo app today from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. For more information, visit the Honolulu Zoo's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Show someone how you feel about them with Honolulu Zoo's ‘Love Bites'
WAIKIKI, Hawaii (KHON2) — It's time to show that special someone or not-so-special someone how you feel about them with the Honolulu Zoo Society's 'Love Bites' promotion. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news Participants can symbolically name a flower, bug or heart-shaped treat in honor of their loved one, friend or enemy. 'We wanted to take a spin on Valentine's Day. So normally it's all roses and chocolates and you're loved ones but sometimes you want to give something to your not-so-special someone too,' said Shelby Carlos, Honolulu Zoo Society Community Engagement Director. 'Nothing short of incredible,' Maui Humane Society celebrates big victory The treat will then be fed to one of the animals at the Honolulu Zoo. A digital Valentine's Day card will also be delivered to the recipient. The sender can also upgrade the gift to include a video of the zoo animal enjoying their treat. 'If you do our special videos, you can even see our hippos eating watermelons, elephants, sloths you name it, an animal would probably eat one of those things and we can name it after your special someone,' Carlos added. 'I've even had past years where somebody asked for every single bug on that card to be named after every one of her ex's, really fun, happy to do that and personalize that.' The following Love Bites packages are available for purchase through midnight on Feb. 13: Flower Bite: $5 Bug Bite: $10 Heart Pop: $15 Heart Pop Video Upgrade (limited): $100 Love Melon Video Upgrade (limited): $150 'It's gotten to be bigger every year, and we just you know, as much as people are asking for it, we want to give it to them. Give them that extra, unique, special way to think of a valentine that is not your typical.' Check out more news from around Hawaii Place your order today on Honolulu Zoo's website. For more information, call (808) 926-3191. 'You gotta try it, it's something different, it's not your everyday. So if you really want to do something special for that someone you really love or maybe you're not so hot about, this is gonna be your best way to do it. You wanna do a Love Bite.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
