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Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Europe's largest tropical resort is 26C all year round with indoor beach, swimming lagoon and new Hawaiian-themed town
And where to find Europe's largest indoor waterpark SWIM UP Europe's largest tropical resort is 26C all year round with indoor beach, swimming lagoon and new Hawaiian-themed town IF you want to find both the world's biggest indoor beach and the biggest indoor rainforest, you are going to want to head to Germany. Tropical Islands in Krausnick was once Europe's biggest indoor waterpark. Advertisement 6 The largest tropical resort in Europe is Tropical Islands waterpark Credit: Trip Advisor 6 The indoor waterpark opened in 2004, converting a former hangar Credit: Alamy 6 It is now home to a huge beach, swimming pools and lagoon as well as slides Credit: Trip Advisor Still claiming the title of being the largest tropical resort, the massive attraction remains a balmy 26C all year round. Built inside a former hangar back in 2004, it stretches across a huge 10,000sqm. Inside are four main sections - Water Worlds, Tropical Rainforest, Tropical Village and Amazonia. The biggest is Water Worlds which has the largest indoor beach in the world, stretching 200m with sunloungers and palm trees. Advertisement Don't worry about fighting for a space - there are a whopping 900 sunbeds across the resort. Water Worlds is also home to a huge swimming pool the size of three Olympic sized ones and a water lagoon surrounded by Bali-style huts. And for kids there is the 650swm Jungle Splash water playground The Tropical Rainforest is the largest of its kind in the world with 50,000 plants inside along with a butterfly house, flamingos and turtles. Advertisement Tropical Village is where you can go for food, drink and souvenirs with huts inspired by Thailand, Malaysia, Borneo and Bali. New last year was Ohana Town, a Hawaiian themed area with bowling, karaoke and restaurant along with overnight lodges. Inside Siam Waterpark The world's best waterpark And there is even a huge spa onside with seven areas of saunas and caves inspired by Cambodia, Australia and Malaysia. But when the summer rolls around, you'll want to head to the outdoor Amazonia area. Advertisement Outside are even more swimming pools including a surfing simulator and a whitewater canal that acts live river rapids. Along with food and drink stands, there is also a sports area for volleyball and football alongside a sunbathing area. 6 Outside is a huge water complex as well Credit: Trip Advisor Day tickets start from €34.90, (£29.48) or you can stay the night from €67.50 (£57). Advertisement The newest accommodation are the Ohana Lodges, ranging from two to five people with tropical inspired interiors. Plans for a new hotel were announced back in 2023 although it is yet to open. To get to Tropical Islands, Brits can fly to Berlin, which takes around 1h40, and then drive an hour to the resort. Europe's current largest indoor waterpark is Suntago in Poland - here's what to expect from it. Advertisement And here is everything we know about Therme Manchester, a huge new indoor water attraction. 6 Day tickets are less than £30 Credit: Instagram @tropicalislandsresort
Korea Herald
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Hong Kong's Largest Stitch Solo Event "STITCH ARRIVES!!!" At Harbour City Shopping Mall Opens Now!
HONG KONG, May 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong's iconic shopping mall, Harbour City has teamed up with Disney Hong Kong to present "Stitch Arrives!!! @Harbour City", the biggest Stitch solo event ever held in the city, running from 1 May to 15 June 2025. The event is a prelude to Disney's highly anticipated "Lilo & Stitch" live-action movie, which premieres in Hong Kong on 29 May 2025. Five adorable photo spots are set across the mall, along with different Hawaiian-themed DIY workshops and activities perfect for kids, which are sure to become a must-visit destination for Stitch's fans. The event transports visitors to Stitch's favourite Hawaiian beach, featuring multiple Instagram-worthy spots. The highlights are undoubtedly the 3-meter-tall Stitch posing at "Stitch's ALOHA Beach" along the shore of Victoria Harbour, and the 7-meter-tall WISHER Stitch towering over the Ocean Terminal observatory deck against the backdrop of Victoria Harbour! Adding to the excitement, Hong Kong's first-ever Stitch-themed pop-up store has landed at Harbour City, offering over 800 adorable "Lilo & Stitch" items, including limited-edition collectibles, lifestyle products, and exclusive merchandise to all super fans of Stitch!
Chicago Tribune
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Summer sculpture series waddling into downtown Naperville in June
Waddle into downtown Naperville this summer and there'll be whimsy aplenty. Sure to quack a smile. Downtown Naperville Alliance's annual sculpture series returns in June, once again adorning city streets with specially painted sculptures through the summer months. This year's theme: 'DUCKS!' In all, 18 duck sculptures are flocking to downtown for this year's installment of the series. They will be on display from June 2 through August, according to Katie Wood, executive director of the Downtown Naperville Alliance. A map of each sculpture location will be published to the alliance's website later this month. 'This is the fun stuff,' Wood said. 'I mean, there is so much to love about downtown Naperville, but doing these (sculptures) every summer is really a highlight for all of us.' The series has been a tradition since the early 2010s. The organization took up the program from the United Way, which used to have offices in Naperville and had its own summer painted sculpture program some two decades ago, according to Wood. When they 'left town, that program left Naperville' until the alliance decided to bring it back, she said. Organized around a new theme every year, sculptures have taken the shape of dogs, benches, trains and hearts, to name a few. Last year, the theme was bugs, complementing what was a historic summer for cicadas. This year's theme is a nod to the Naperville Riverwalk, Wood said. The concept was in part inspired by the Riverwalk's 50th anniversary coming up in 2031 but was also just an ode to 'a wonderful feature of our downtown,' Wood said. Preparation for the series starts about six months in advance, she said. The alliance works with Chicago-area manufacturers to produce the sculptures, which are made out of fiberglass. Each is sponsored by an area business and passed off to local artists to be painted. Once finished, the sculptures go back to the alliance, which works with Gerald Auto Group to glaze them so they're more weather resistant, Wood said. Each sculpture will also have its own theme-inspired name. Ducks to look out for include an underwater-themed bird aptly dubbed 'Tropiquack' and the ever-groovy 'Disco Duck.' Sponsoring businesses this year include DJK Custom Home Builders, Naperville Bank & Trust, Pinot's Palette, Pure Barre, Turning Point Autism and Treasures Naperville, among others. Naperville artist Marianne Kuhn is painting two ducks, one sponsored by Magnitech and the other by Caton Commercial. She's been a part of the series since the program was under the United Way's auspices, she said. Asked what brings her back each year, she said, 'It's just really fun doing public art and seeing the public get involved.' Kuhn's ducks are a colorful and distinctive pair. The first offers a painted scene of the Riverwalk, including a recreation of Dandelion Fountain. The second is Hawaiian-themed, complete with an illustration of two surfing ducks catching a wave. The ducks don't yet have names, Kuhn said. In tandem with the alliance's sculpture series, a few other duck-themed activities are lined up for the summer. Various downtown businesses will be hiding rubber ducks inside their stores for patrons to find in a scavenger-style hunt, Wood said. The alliance is also hosting a Riverwalk Rubber Duck Race on June 6 on the DuPage River. Ahead of the race, community members can pay to 'adopt' rubber ducks for the chance to win prizes. All proceeds will support the Naperville Riverwalk Foundation. Duck sales end June 5. More information about this year's summer sculpture series can be found at .
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Huli Huli Chicken: Sweet, Smoky, and Irresistible Hawaiian BBQ
Huli Huli, which translates to 'turn turn' in Hawaiian, refers to the way the chicken is cooked. Basically, you flip it a bunch to get every side perfectly caramelized and bursting with flavor. Fire it up for a backyard bash, throw it together for a casual weeknight dinner, or impress your friends with a Hawaiian-themed potluck dish. Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy: This recipe is perfect for beginner cooks or busy weeknights because it requires minimal prep work. Flavortown, USA: Get ready for a flavor explosion with the sweet, savory, and slightly spicy marinade. Grill Master Status: There's something awesome about cooking over an open flame, and this chicken is no exception! Mealtime Made Easy: Huli Huli Chicken is super versatile and can be served with a bunch of different sides, making it a great option for any occasion. Aloha Vibes: Bring the taste of Hawaii right to your dinner table with this flavorful dish. 3 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 cup pineapple juice 2 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp onion powder 1 ½ tbsp Korean chili paste ¼ cup brown sugar 1 tbsp ginger paste or ground ginger 2 tbsp minced garlic 1 ½ tbsp sesame oil ⅓ cup soy sauce ⅓ cup ketchup ⅓ cup mirin 2 tbsp rice vinegar Grilled pineapple green onions, and cooked rice for serving In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except for the chicken. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade for basting while grilling. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 24-48 hours to allow the flavors to develop. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F). Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade. Grill the chicken thighs for 4-6 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, or until they are almost halfway cooked through. Brush the reserved marinade onto the chicken while grilling to add extra flavor. Continue grilling the chicken for an additional 3-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) when tested with a meat thermometer. Once cooked through, transfer the chicken thighs to a serving platter and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the Huli Huli chicken with grilled pineapple, sliced green onions, and cooked rice. Enjoy!
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Yahoo
Law roundup: Man balks at $5 bill
Mar. 4—A man allegedly refused to leave a drive-thru because he "didn't like the $5 bill he received in change." The finicky man left before officers arrived. Two male teenagers in a black midsized Chevy truck allegedly assaulted someone and stole their wallet and skateboard before heading eastbound on Idaho Street. The teens were described as approximately 16 or 17 and one teen had longer curly brown hair and the other a shaved head. The skateboard has black wheels and a Hawaiian-themed palm tree design on the bottom. A woman reportedly found a stick with a hypodermic needle taped to it in the street and moved it in her yard so children wouldn't find it. A resident alleged that homeless people were ripping branches off pine trees on his property, ruining them. A man called officers claiming that every vehicle that drove by him was stalking him and thought the alleged stalkers were now using airplanes. A man reportedly punched a woman in the face during an argument near a drive-thru. A man took his dog to the animal hospital for a wound to its chest after it was reportedly shot with a BB gun. The man suspected a neighbor shot the dog. A woman was reportedly trespassing at a church where she threatened someone. An alleged shoplifter was initially cooperative but changed his tune and began yelling in a manager's face. The agitated man, who reportedly had one theft conviction and two disorderly convictions, was taken to jail. A man and woman allegedly shoplifted a pillow, clothing and other items before leaving and going back into the store where they proceeded to yell at employees. Officers ticketed and released the pair, who were told they were permanently banned from being on the store's property. Two teens were ticketed and released for stealing BuzzBallz, a canned malt beverage. They were also banned from the location for a year. About $13,500 in cash was reported stolen. A man reportedly used a location's bathroom and when he left there was an odor of burnt rubber. When someone asked if a man was OK, he said he was just high and they thought he used methamphetamine. Meanwhile, a passenger in the car he arrived in was allegedly passed out. Officers ticketed him for drug paraphernalia and he was released. Officers also confirmed a warrant for a woman at the scene.
