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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
Top waterpark resorts with super slides, splash parks and swim-up bars revealed by TUI
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WITH the UK heatwave soon coming to an end, TUI has revealed where you can escape to this summer to enjoy the sun, and cool off in the waterparks. TUI has revealed its top waterpark resorts ideal for the whole family and these escapes have waterslides, heated pools and swim-up bars. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 11 Coral Sea Waterworld is TUI's number one resort when it comes to waterpark resorts Credit: 11 There are slides, splash parks and pools for kids too Credit: Coral Sea Water World, Egypt Coral Sea Water World is TUI's number one resort when it comes to on-site waterparks. The resort in Sharm El Sheikh is perfect for anyone seeking a hot break, but wants to cool off in the water. The beach front hotel has two huge pools - one with a swim-up bar, and a huge waterpark with slides and even a lazy river. There are 18 waterslides which include racing tubes, and penny drop slides. For younger ones to enjoy, there's a pirate-themed splash pool. The resort is all-inclusive and has three restaurants, that serve all sorts from Italian to Asian dishes. As for entertainment, there are quiz and bingo nights, live music and dancing, and of course, a mini-disco for kids. Prices start from £860pp for two adults and two children in July. Evenia Olympic Park Hotel and Waterworld Lloret, Spain TUI's Evenia Olympic Park and Waterworld Lloret in Spain comes in second place. When booking at the resort, visitors get access to all six pools and a spa with a sauna and thermal beds. TUI resort next door to giant waterpark 11 The Evenia Olympic Resort comes with access to a neighbouring water park Credit: 11 The hotel has slides and children's pools The hotel has its very own slide pool and splash park. There's even a pirate ship that's open in summer. And any guest who checks in between May 25 and September 27 gets a pass to Waterworld Lloret. The waterpark is a five-minute walk from the hotel and has a large rafting river, plus adventurous rides. The newest and biggest attraction in the park is the Double Tornado WAVE 60 - riders go on an inflatable boat and fly around the course in zero gravity. Prices start from £658pp for two adults and two children in July. 11 Sun Palace Hotel has a lazy river for anyone wanting to relax in the water Credit: 11 The children's waterpark has huge climbing frames to play on Credit: Hotel Sun Palace, Rhodes At the Hotel Sun Palace in Rhodes, there's a lazy river, wave pool and a selection of slides like a Boomerango and Kamikaze. For those who don't want thrills, there's an L-shaped lagoon for relaxing. Little ones are sorted with a spray park that has three slides and a mini multi-lane slides. As well as the water activities, the hotel is perfect for exploring the north of the island and is just 10-minutes away from Faliraki's marina that is lined with restaurants. Prices start from £1,090pp for two adults and two children in August. 11 The AQI Pegasos World in Turkey has 13 slides across the waterpark Credit: 11 There are also pools for cooling off and taking it easy Credit: AQI Pegasos World, Turkey The AQI Pegasos World has two pools, a large waterpark and there's even a Blue Flag beach around the corner. There are 13 slides at the waterpark with huge slides for racing and one even called the Black Hole. For younger kids there's a splash park with fountains and water attractions which has a tropical theme. For games and activities, you can head back into the pool for water polo, or stay on the side for volleyball. Prices start from £692pp for two adults and two children in August. 11 This hotel's family-friendly waterpark is ranked as one of the top five of its kind Credit: 11 There are slides and pools galore at this resort in Cyprus Credit: The Leonardo Laura Beach & Splash Resort, Cyprus The Leonardo Laura Beach & Splash Resort in Cyprus is another great option for water play. The hotel's family-friendly waterpark is even ranked as one of the top five of its kind in Cyprus by Tripadvisor. There's lots of classic rides like multi-racing slides to a space bowl, free fall slide and mini splash park. Around the resort are multiple outdoor pools, one that has the slides, one with a whirlpool bath and another with a bar. There are also two kids pools for splashing about in. During the warm evenings, the hotel has an open-air amphitheatre for entertainment. Prices start from £743pp for two adults and two children in July. One TUI travel agent has revealed the European country to visit over Spain and Greece that's cheaper and has hot summers. Plus, TUI reintroduces flights to forgotten holiday destination that was huge with Brits in the Noughties. TUI's Top Five Waterpark Resorts Coral Sea Water World , Egyp t Evenia Olympic Park and Waterworld Lloret , Spain Hotel Sun Palace , Greece AQI Pegasos World , Turkey Leonardo Laura Beach & Splash Resort , Cyprus
Los Angeles Times
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Locals slide into summer at Wild River in Irvine
Clouds loomed in the gray sky over Wild Rivers in Irvine on May 17; the waterpark's first day of the season. While the gloomy weather wasn't ideal, the Currier family didn't let the clouds ruin their day. 'I don't really care if it's overcast, it just means there won't be as much people here,' said Troy Currier. Troy and his siblings Kendall, Brock and Jake Currier all visited the park on opening day, excited to ride water slides like Pelican Plunge and Bora Bora Boomerango. 'I am excited to ride Boomerango, if I am tall enough,' Brock hedged about the raft ride that boomerangs riders up and then down a steep wall. Jake, the youngest of the Currier's was visiting for the first time. 'Are the pools heated?' he asked his older siblings with a nervous smile. This is Wild Rivers water park's third summer at the Great Park in Irvine, where it has resided since closing its former location at Irvine Meadows in 2011. The original park opened in 1987 on the former Lion Country Safari grounds. The newly designed park is nearly double the size of the original, sitting on 20 acres and boasting 30 wet and wild rides. Among them are the Shaka Bay Wave pool, Castaway River, one of the longest lazy rivers in California, and five family raft rides that allow groups to ride together. The opening kicked off with Live Island Style Caribbean music at the Wave Pool, with more DJ sets and live entertainment planned for weekends throughout the summer. 'We're so excited to welcome guests back to Wild Rivers for our third full season of thrilling water attractions, family-friendly amenities and top-tier guest service,' said Steve Mayer, general manager of Wild Rivers. 'Wild Rivers offers a fun, safe, clean and exciting destination for families, thrill-seekers and groups looking to make the most of summer.' The lack of sun didn't bring down the excitement of the Wild Rivers staff either as they bustled around the park on opening day. Chaise lounges were readied in the private cabanas. Lifeguards stood at their posts on the landing at Bombay Blasters. At the Mustang Bar & Grill, bartenders rimmed cups with chamoy and Tajin for micheladas. Susan Kruizinga, director of sales and marketing at Wild Rivers, walked the park not long after rope drop, checking in with employees and guests. 'We do get a lot of young adults that come without kids to have a day with cocktails and fun food and to relax in the sun,' said Kruizinga. Lorenzo Poto and Nathan Hallauer came out to the park from the Los Angeles area with friends and made sure to grab cocktails first. 'Our group of friends wanted to come out because that had been last year; I have never been,' said Poto. 'Even though it is a little colder we thought opening day was good time come out here.' 'We are pretty excited to start hitting the rides and that there are no lines today,' said Hallauer. While young adults come to the park to enjoy the thrill rides Wild Rivers is designed for all ages, with two children areas; Cook's Cove and Kontiki Cove. This year the park is also introducing Mermaid Cove, an immersive mermaid makeover that was previewed at the recent 2025 'State of the Great Park' event. A mermaid in a giant clamshell throne will offer braiding, glitter tattoos, shimmer freckles, photo ops and more beginning in June. Kids also make up part of the Wild Rivers team, since it is one Orange County's largest youth employers. On opening day Corbyn Mix, who many might recognize from Wild Rivers social media, filmed a quick video for Instagram. When 14-year-old Mix came in for a job interview with his Mom, he wasn't old enough do any of the other jobs at Wild Rivers, so Kruizinga pulled him on to her marketing team to capture content around the park. 'We like to highlight the rides, give some tours and give some challenges for guests to win free Dippin' Dots or something from the accessory shop,' said Mix. Like many of the employees at Wild Rivers, the water park is Mix's first job. 'We have a team of seven kids, all different ages, and we try to see where they can fit, whether it's YouTube, TikTok, Instagram or Facebook,' said Kruizinga. Many people checking in on opening day are activating season passes, a process Kruizinga said they streamlined this year. 'Last year, your first time here no matter if it was opening day or throughout the season, you had to stand in line to process your pass,' said Kruizinga. 'This year we sent everyone an email with instructions so they could do it from the comfort of their own home.' Those small changes make sure families have a fun and memorable experience at Wild Rivers, no matter the weather. 'Even if the sun isn't out, you're still happy because everybody is super happy you are here,' said Kruizinga. Wild Rivers in located at 1000 Great Park Blvd. in Irvine. General admission starts at $79.99 and junior admission (under 48″ tall) starts at $54.99. Children age 2 and under are admitted free. Private cabanas, discounted tickets and season passes are available at
