Kansas City has a number of exciting offerings for travelers of all age groups and interest areas. Those who want to spend time in Kansas City with families should try the Kansas City Zoo. It has been voted time and again as one of the best ways to combine fun and learning and gives parents and children a chance to have lots of fun together.

The Kansas City Zoological Park, as it is formally known has been built in the Swope Park over a land area of 202 acres, which gives it the distinction of being the 10th in the list of the biggest zoos in the United States of America. The year 2008 saw the zoo being voted as one of the premier institutions of its kind in the country.

The zoo is known for some of the most extensive exhibits such as the Australian Animals and Exhibits category. The African Animals and Exhibits section has been voted one of the best of its kind, with one of the most diverse collections of African animals from all over.

The zoo is now 101 years old in the year 2010, having been opened to public on the 13th of December 1909.

The Kansas City Zoo is open to public through the year, except on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. During the week the zoo is kept open from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM and on the weekends it remains open from 9:30 Am to 5:00 PM.

Kansas City Zoo was once voted as No. one in the country for "African Animals and Exhibits", among top 10 in the nation for "Australian Animals and Exhibitions", one of the finest chimpanzee exhibits in North America, one of America's best zoos and No. one in the nation for viewing both chimpanzees and kangaroos.

After seeing the ranking, what are you waiting for? Plan your visit to the Kansas City Zoo at once. With more than 1000 animals, Kansas City Zoo is divided into several sections: Australia, Tiger Trail (Asia), Tropics and an indoor rainforest, KidZone, and a 100 acre-African Plains. There are also three historic features within the zoo: the 1909 Zoo Building, Suspension Bridge and Lagoon and Boathouse.

What is the general admission to Kansas City Zoo? The regular admission is $11.5 for adults, $8.5 for children aged 3 to 11 and $10.5 for seniors. There is also another admission called Best Value. Best Value is $16.5 for adults, $13.5 for children and $15.5 for seniors. This admission includes train, tram and carousel rides, with the savings of $1.

Currently, the Kansas City Zoo admission is only $6, as Africa area in the zoo has been closed for the construction of the African Sky Safari, which will open in spring 2011.

Want to discover this fabulous place with fun and learning activities but don't want to spend too much of your limited budget? Kansas City Zoo coupons and special offers can make your visit less expensive and more enjoyable.

1) There are some online sources to check for Kansas City Zoo coupons, including kansascityonthecheap.com, visitkc.com, zoocoupon.com and 360kc.com. Sometimes, you may get a free child's admission with a paid adult ticket on these websites. You can search the internet or visit these websites frequently to locate the best deals available to Kansas City Zoo.

2) Joining Friends of the Zoo also enables you to enjoy the unbelievable admission. FOTZ provides free admission throughout the year to the zoo plus so much more benefits, including discounts on zoo gift shops, education programs, birthday parties and free quarterly newsletters. With FOTZ membership card, you even can enjoy free or discounted admission to more than 150 zoos and aquariums throughout the United States and Canada.

Use your Kansas City Zoo Visa Credit card when purchasing your FOTZ Membership. You will get a $5 discount on the price. The FOTZ 2011 is being sold now. To gain more info about Friends of the Zoo Membership, visit this page:

Kansas City Zoo Friends of the Zoo Membership

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Fotz/Index.asp?IdS=001E17-2A25580&x=090|010&

Kansas City Zoo Visa Credit Card

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3) Group rates are available for parties of 20 guests and more, with $1 off the price of the admission. School groups even receive much more discounts, with a fee of $5 per person. However, you must make a reservation in advance. For more info, call 816-513-5723 or click here:

Kansas City Zoo Special School Group Rates

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Education/Index.asp?IdS=0087E1-C2EE5A0&Reference=432&

4) Also, the Kansas City Zoo coupons can be found in the local newspaper, Kansas City Entertainment Books or similar attraction guides.

Coupon Tips: Most specials and coupons have an expiration date for the deal. Make sure that the offer is still valid when using it. As well, these coupons often have exclusions, terms and conditions attached. Remember to read the fine print so that there are no surprises when you are taking advantage of the offer.

Jazzoo, the Kansas City Zoo's largest fund-raising event, will be once again celebrated at the zoo on June 3, 2011. On that day, there are over 4,500 guests enjoying an evening of unlimited food, drink and music while making a real, definite impact on the future of the zoo.

The admission for the zoo is $175 per person. However, if you purchase the ticket through February 28, 2011, you will be charged $150, with a savings of $25 per ticket. If you have more questions, call 816-513-5706.

The Kansas City zoo in the Midwest of the United States is reminiscent of taking a real safari trail in a wildlife setting. It is the tenth largest zoo in the United States. Taking a walk or driving through this huge zoo feels like being in the wild back in Africa or Asia. It is a delve into an indulgent tour that showcases the limits of human civilization integrated with that of the animal world, by reclamation of large acreages of land and ponds to simulate natural habitats.

Featured activities in the Kansas city zoo include make believe large fauna sanctuaries enclosing elephants and giraffes, mud baths for animals and guests alike, and natural landscapes that are modeled after luxurious grass velds in South African countries. Guests also explore the East African Savannah where lions roam.

The animals exhibited in the 17-acre East African terrain include antelopes, Oryx and Greater Kudu. Adjacent to these plains are marvelous exhibits of lions, black rhinos and cheetahs. The primates are indispensable to such a rich animal kingdom and include species of Chimpanzee and baboons from Central and East Africa. The tour takes visitors from Africa through Asia into the Australian heartland for the Kangaroo. There are other countless animal species to see as well.

Experience Kansas City Website

http://www.experiencekc.com/zoo.html

Kansas City Zoo, YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?=GOkulxds3rA

Kansas City Zoo on Wiki

http://www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kansas_City_Zoological_Park

Situated in Swope Park, the Kansas City Zoo was established in 1909 and by the year 2010 it houses over 1300 animals. It offers entertainment in its adjacent IMAX Theater. It is open all year round, from 9.30 a.m. to 4 o'clock, Monday to Friday and closes at 5 p.m. on weekends. Tickets are available on the JAZOO fund raiser for only 6 US Dollars. Besides, there is the free tram ride to African animal destinations.

Kansas City Zoo at 360kc.com

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Take your kids to Kansas City Zoo that is home to more than 1000 animals, covering an area of more than 200 acres. All the adventures and animals are nestled in naturalistic settings. Visit the new star of Kansas City Zoo - Nikita at New Polar Bear Passage and watch he swims in the new 140,000 gallon pool with ease. Have a view at the elephants, African animal exhibits, and other marvelous animal collections. Kansas City Zoo also features outstanding educational opportunities, like overnight safaris for children, family and classrooms.

The zoo is not only a fun place for entertainment. It is also one of the most adventurous places to work. If you're looking for a challenging and unique career opportunity offering a whole lot of fun and excellent teamwork spirits, Kansas City Zoo is the right place for you.

Kansas City Zoo offers several employment opportunities currently. Remember the minimum age for zoo employment is no less than 16.

1) Admissions Manager

Kansas City Zoo needs one Admissions Manager for day-to-day operation of guest relations and admissions. This full time position may require weekends and some evenings due to the onerous duties and responsibilities. To qualify for the position, college degree and three to five years of management experience are preferred. Additional requirements are put toward: physical effort, basic skills, decision making & supervision abilities and EQ.

Responsibilities and Requirements for Admissions Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=548

2) Director of Guest Services

This is a full time position with benefits. The overall function is to manage and direct guest service operations for the zoo, including admissions, food & beverages, retail and rides. To apply for the position, Bachelor's degree and 5-year management experience are favored. Practical experience can work in lieu degree. In the same way, the position has many other requirements on skills and interpersonal & negotiating abilities.

Director of Guest Services

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=546

3) Food & Beverage Manager

The Food & Beverage Manager takes charge of the operations of the Food & Beverage Department at the Kansas City Zoo. High school graduates with 5-year progressive experience in food service management enjoy preferences. Applicants must be able to work on holidays, weekends and evening or extended hours. Check out the website to get more info on the position.

Food & Beverage Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=507

4) PR & Marketing Manager

PR & Marketing Manager for Kansas City Zoo manages essential pieces of zoo's public relations and marketing plan. The position puts focus on organization and relationship building. Critical thinking and writing skills in a fast-paced growing ever-changing organization are essential. Applicants must have a college degree in marketing, journalism or related fields and minimum 2-year related experience.

Duties and Needed Skills for PR & Marketing Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=540

5) Retail Assistant Manager

The main duty for Retail Assistant Manager is to assist Retail Operations Manager in everyday operations of gifts shops at the zoo, with a purpose to provide excellent customer service and maximize profits. A valid driver's license and excellent leadership skills are required. Other requirements include 2-year related supervisory experience and high school degree or equivalents.

Details for Retail Assistant Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=554

6) Seasonal Assistant Reservationist (part-time)

An Assistant Reservationist works for dissemination and performance of educational programs, including the assistance of school groups during field trips at the zoo. A high school diploma is required. Candidates with formal and informal education programming practices are given first choice. Browse through the link below for responsibilities and extra requirements for the position.

Seasonal Assistant Reservationist

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=558

7) Storeroom Manager (full-time year-around position with benefits)

Storeroom Manager is responsible for daily operation of warehouse, including staffing, storage, receiving, ordering and distribution of supplies and goods throughout the Zoo. To apply for the position, candidates with college degree and 5-year related management experience are preferred.

Duties & Requirements for Storeroom Manager

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=551

Kansas City Zoo also provides internship opportunities for selected positions. Three interns are needed. Please note that all these internship opportunities are unpaid positions and may have flexible hours.

1) Events & Marketing Intern

Event, Marketing, Sales and PR Interns will be dedicated to the coordination, marketing, and evaluation of a variety of public and private events and activities within a budget for the zoo. The position is just for training purposes only. You're not ensured to get a full time position upon completion. For more details on needed skills and duties & responsibilities, you can check out the page below.

Events & Marketing Intern

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=529

2) Registered Veterinary Technician Internship

Applicants for this internship position must be graduates or currently working in an accredited registered veterinary technology program. Two positions are available. The deadline for the applications is March 15. The position runs from May through August.

Details for Registered Veterinary Technician Internship

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=509

3) Veterinary Preceptorship

To be a qualified candidate, you must receive credit via the veterinary school. After hiring, the preceptor can gain first-hand experience with the direction of veterinary staff in medicine, surgery and phlebotomy and more. Each intern will work about 6 to 8 weeks.

Learn More about Veterinary Preceptorship

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1&rid=508

Note: All positions are valid through a period of time. You can browse through the employment page for the most current job openings as the zoo updates frequently.

Current Employment Opportunities at Kansas City Zoo

http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=KCZOO&cws=1

How to apply for your favorite positions? If you're interested in any available employment opportunity offered by Kansas City Zoo, submit your applications and resumes online. After viewing the job openings, you can find a link for applying and submitting your resume. This is the fastest and most reliable way to apply for your preferred position.

It's great fun to volunteer at a real wild place in Kansas City Zoo. Two types of volunteer programs are available: Adult Volunteers and Youth Volunteers. All volunteer positions need pre-registration. You must have a volunteer application on file. In some cases, a background check and an interview are necessary. The last step is to attend a 2-hour orientation and additional training may be essential for certain programs. Please note that you may need to pay a fee for most volunteer program for your volunteer shirt, name badge and training materials.

Adult Volunteers

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Volunteer/Index.asp?IdS=004F0B-249E0C0&x=030|040

Youth Volunteers

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Volunteer/Index.asp?IdS=004F0B-249E0C0&x=030|050

How to Volunteer at Kansas City Zoo

http://www.kansascityzoo.org/Volunteer/Index.asp?IdS=004F0B-249E0C0&x=030|020