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Water parks have long been a favourite summer time attraction. Since their introduction in the 1940’s, these recreational destination have provided amusement and fun for young and old alike. Swimming pools and massive water slides are only some of the attractions that you’ll find at these tourist hot spots. Indoor parks have also become increasingly popular, making year round splash-filled romps an exciting reality. With almost 2,000 water parks all over the world, there are plenty to choose from. Read on for details about some of the largest and most exciting water parks in the world.

1. Sandcastle Water Park in Blackpool, Lancashire, England houses the massive Master Blaster, the world’s longest indoor water roller coaster ride. Opened in 1986, this park is the UK’s largest and premier indoor water park experience.

2. Sunway Lagoon in Petaling, Jaya is Malaysia’s largest water park. The Waters of Africa adventure simulates a journey into an African wilderness and is the park’s largest attraction. Exhilarating waterplay abounds at this growing destination.

3. Las Cascadas Water Park is not only Puerto Rico’s largest water park, it is the largest water park in all of the Caribbean. This water park is owned by the city of Aguadilla and is in fact the only facility of its kind in the region.

4. Noah’s Ark Family Park Inc. is easily the largest water park in the U.S. In operation for over three decades, this rip-roaring park spans over 70 acres. It’s home, the city of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, is famously known as the “Water Park Capital of the World” due to the impressive number of 18 indoor water parks it holds.

5. In Australia, Wet n’ Wild Water World lays claim to that country’s largest water park title. This fantastic park features a shaded twenty acre sub-tropical garden.

6. The World Water Park in Edmonton, Canada is a thrilling water park located inside the Edmonton Mall. Chilly weather on the outside does nothing to damper the moods of visitors to this indoor park, because World Water Park is always a comfortable 86 degrees. The world’s largest indoor wave pool is sure to keep guests coming back.

7. The Tropical Islands Water Park in Brand, Germany is housed in a gargantuan former zeppelin hangar that spans over 710,000 square feet and claims to be the largest freestanding building in the world. Opened in 2004, the park’s indoor pool can accommodate up to 8,000 visitors. The facility is also home to an enormous man-made rainforest.

8. New Braunfels, Texas, U.S. is home to the largest water park in Texas, the Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort. This park boasts the world’s first surfing machine, over 3 miles of inner tube rides, heaps of water slides and the first uphill water ride ever created.

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New thrills at Midwest water and theme parks
The adrenaline-pumping Scorpion’s Tail at Noah’s Ark Waterpark is the country’s first looping water slide and the largest of its kind in the world. The $1 million thrill ride in the Dells is one of the many new offerings making its debut this season at Midwest water and theme parks.

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A great way to combat the sweltering heat on a hot summer day is to make a splash at a waterpark. There are a wide variety of parks all over North America where visitors can experience slippery loops, drops and high speeds on heart-stopping waterslides, relax in heated pools and embark on adventurous themed rides set in Ancient Egyptian pyramids and castles inhabited by dragons. It’s time to grab a towel, a tube of sunscreen and venture out to Canada and the United States’ best spots to get wet.

WILD WATER KINGDOM

Those who thrive on thrills and enjoy a good scream should try the Shot Gun at the Wild Water Kingdom, where riders twist and turn as fast as a bullet as they plummet into a 2.4-m (8-ft) deep pool of water. Meanwhile, the Midnight Express slide sends passengers through dark tunnels and 360-degree turns. The massive 100-acre (40.5-ha) water kingdom in Brampton, Ontario features 14 fun and sometimes hair-raising waterslides. Other attractions include a wave pool, a lazy river and an adventure playground for children. For something a bit different, climb up the park’s 7.6-m (25-ft) Wild Water Wall. Challengers face a slippery ascent as they get soaked along the journey to the top of the wall.

NOAH’S ARK

Riders should hang on tight as they spiral down an enormous black anaconda’s body at Noah’s Ark in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. The Black Anaconda is America’s longest watercoaster at over a quarter mile (0.4 km) long. A whopping 49 waterslides, two wave pools, rivers and plenty of other water activities await at this popular summer spot. If not phased by being spit out of a giant anaconda’s mouth, perhaps it’s time to take The Plunge. After a long climb, those who dare to take this stomach-flipping ride will endure a chilling vertical slide to the water below. For the little ones, who aren’t quite ready for the big slides, the park has a variety of children’s attractions to choose from, including the Big Kahuna Kiddie Area with swings, kiddie slides and fountains.

MAGIC MOUNTAIN

Magic Mountain in Moncton, New Brunswick is Atlantic Canada’s largest waterpark. The park has eight waterslides, some with crazy turns and big drops. Those who want to soak up the sun and leave the fright of waterslides behind can hop on a tube and drift with the current on Lazy River, which circles around a replica of a 19th-Century steamship. If after more action, try the Kamikaze waterslide. In under five seconds riders encounter a near vertical drop and travel speeds of more than 60 km (37 mi) an hour. For a less terrifying experience, embark on the park’s orginal body slide, the Loop de Loop. The path of the Loop de Loop, which is a medium speed body slide, features gentle turns and drops. Young Magic Mountain guests can play in their own waterpark called Puddle Jumpers Pond. The miniature waterpark has four kiddie slides and two fun residents, Gizmo the Frog and Pinky the Whale.

FALLSVIEW INDOOR WATERPARK

As a thousand gallons of water gushes down from a gigantic tipping bucket, guests at Fallsview Indoor Waterpark may think the entire Niagra Falls is raining down on them. Visitors can dry off afterwards on one of the lounge chairs in the park’s indoor palm-tree studded Fallsview Beach or outdoors on the year-round sundeck. Grown-up guests can relax in the two oversized adult only Jacuzzis, while young waterpark enthusiasts set out on the slides. This large indoor waterpark, with 16 waterslides that tower up to six stories high, is located in the city of Niagra Falls in Ontario.

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SCHLITTERBAHN WATERPARK RESORT

Weave through a labyrinth of caverns in an old castle to find an escape route from a fierce dragon at Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunsfels, Texas. The quest includes six dark caverns with spectacular special effects, such as spinning tunnels and fog. The Dragon’s Revenge Special Effect Family Thrill Adventure Ride is the latest addition to the 65-acre (26.3-ha) waterpark. Another highlight is the Blastenhoff Beach, which has non-sticky sand and towering waves to ride. Stretch out in a sun lounger and snooze off to the sound of the crashing waves. To escape from the Texas heat, retreat to the shade under one of the beach’s enormous umbrellas.

SIX FLAGS WHITE WATER

Face the wrath of a severe storm or slide down nine stories at the speed of light in Atlanta, Georgia’s Six Flags White Water. The Tornado and the Cliff Hanger are two of the park’s most extreme rides. After the slides, unwind in the park’s version of the Atlantic Ocean. The 700,000-gallon (2,628,000-L) ocean has endless four-foot waves and is shark free. Before leaving the park, young visitors should check out Tree House Island. The island features a four-story tree house with slides, chutes, bridges and a tipping bucket.

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RAGING WATERS

At Pirate’s Cove, a themed interactive water fort, a gigantic pirate’s skull is on a mission to get visitors wet, continually spilling water on those wandering below. Raging Waters in San Jose, is northern California’s largest waterpark. The 23-acre (9.3-ha) stretch of land houses water forts, scary slides like the twisty Blue Thunder/White Lightning and interactive play areas. The Activity Pool, which has waterfalls, slides and even an alligator’s back to climb on, can be a fun spot for the whole family.

WATER WORLD

Located only 15 minutes from downtown Denver, Colorado, Water World’s 64 acres (25.9 ha) of land transports visitors to mysterious lost worlds. Go back to the time when dinosaurs reigned in the Voyage to the Center of the Earth ride or to Ancient Egypt in the Lost River of the Pharoahs ride. During this Egyptian ride, visitors white water raft into an ancient pyramid where cobras, grave robbers and even a living mummy reside. Eerie sound effects make the pyramid’s creepy inhabitants seem too close for comfort. To get a good view of Water World’s attractions take a seat on the park’s aerial tramway, the Funhouse Express Gondola.

WORLD WATERPARK

Tired shoppers will appreciate the soothing heated water in the hot tub at World Waterpark, in Edmonton, Alberta. The 5-acre (2-ha) tropical retreat, which consists of kilometres of waterslides, a wave pool and numerous water-based activities, is located in Canada’s largest shopping mall, West Edmonton Mall. All year round, shoppers can take a break from the stores and hit the beach or the fun tangle of slides in this impressive indoor waterpark.

SPLISH SPLASH

A sudden drop followed by out-of-this-world spinning leaves passengers feeling as if a supernatural force is at work. The Alien Invasion is one of the many themed rides of Splish Splash waterpark in Long Island, New York to explore. Other themed rides include the dark and twisty Shark Attack and the action-packed Hollywood Stunt Rider. The 96-acre (38.8-ha) park has several interactive attractions, such as the Monsoon Lagoon and the Elephant Slide. In the Monsoon Lagoon children maneuver around a shipwreck with ropes and slides. The Elephant Slide area features a large elephant statue in a wading pool, where young visitors slide down the animal’s back and play in the water that sprays out of its trunk.

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Wisconsin Dells is known for its water parks and nature trails. Most hotels in Wisconsin Dells offer discounted rates to their visitors.

Wisconsin Dells is a heavily demanded vacation destination. Aside from the shows and various attractions in the region, there are a lot of cheap hotels in Wisconsin Dells.

Here are some hotels in Wisconsin Dells suitable to your budget:
Great Wolf Lodge Wisconsin Dells
This 3-star hotel is situated at 1400 Great Wolf Drive Wisconsin Dells WI 53965. It has a total of 437 rooms in all its 4 floors. It is only a quarter mile away from the Tanger Outlet Center, 2 miles away from the popular Big Chief’s Mount Olympus Theme Park and 5 miles away from the well loved Dells Boat Tours.

The hotel’s check in time is at 4PM while check out time is at 11AM. Children or young adults below the age of 21 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian upon checking in. They require a photo ID or credit card.

Great Wolf Lodge has an indoor waterpark, full service Aveda Concept Spa, and a bar and lounge. They also have a fitness center, business center, 24 hour front desk, an onsite restaurant and a pool. Internet access and parking is also guaranteed, Guestrooms have microwave ovens, refrigerators and furnished balconies.

Ramada Wisconsin Dells
This 2-star hotel is located at 1073 Wisconsin Dells Parkway Wisconsin Dells WI 53965. It is just off the Interstate 90/94 and a mile from the famous Noah’s Ark Water Park. The Kalahari Resort and Tanger Outlet is only ½ mile away.

For those thriving on the excitement of gambling and enjoying the nightly entertainment of the Dells, there is a 24 hour complimentary casino shuttle that can take you to the in demand Ho Chunk Resort and Casino.

Some of the hotel’s amenities and facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, tanning bed and whirlpool among others. Guests are provided with daily complimentary breakfast (waffles), coffee, lobby newspapers, as well as wireless Internet, satellite TV, refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers.

Ramada boasts of 73 fascinating guestrooms, along with a fitness center, business center, a pool and Jacuzzi. When checking in, they require a credit card and photo IDs. Kids and young adults below 21 years old are not allowed to check in without a parent or guardian. Check in time is at 4PM while check out time is at 12NN.

Other amenities of Ramada includes a 24 hour front desk, coin operated laundry, safety deposit box, a wake up service, lift/elevator and small group meeting rooms.

Carousel Inn and Suites
This 2-star hotel is located at 1031 Wisconsin Dells Parkway Wisconsin Dells WI 53965. It is adjacent to the Noah’s Ark Water Park. It is also no more than 5 miles from the famous Wisconsin River.

Some of the hotels facilities and amenities include a playground, outdoor and indoor pools, children’s pool as well as a water slide. Guests are also provided with complimentary coffee, children’s activities, a playground, restaurant, as well as a gift shop, news stand, a Spa tub, mini fridge, balcony/patio and cable TV.

Upon checking in at 4PM, both a credit card and photo ID is required. Children or young adults below 21 years old should be with a parent or guardian. Check out time is at 11AM.

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