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The Sun
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
European waterpark based on Ancient Greece that has the world's biggest wave pool music festival
THE BIGGEST wave pool music festival in the world is taking place this summer at a waterpark in Europe. WaterWorld Themed Waterpark Ayia Napa in Cyprus, is a huge water complex based on Ancient Greece. 5 5 5 Taking place every Sunday from June 29 to August 31, Wave Fest runs from 1pm to 6pm. The event includes guest appearances and a "unique" stage where the music is synchronised with the water, according to the festival's website. In addition, the festival has the biggest sound system in the Mediterranean with international artists on rotation and a full line-up of DJ's. Tickets cost €50 (£42.08), which includes entry to both the waterpark and Wave Fest. For an additional fee, visitors can also book a cabana. WaterWorld Ayia Napa is one of Europe 's largest waterparks. The whole attraction has an Ancient Greek theme with over 25 rides, suitable for all ages. The park opened back in 1996 and since has been Cyprus's top tourist attraction. The rides include slides, a lazy river, kid's play areas and multiple dining options. For little ones, there is the Pegasus Pool, with sprays, buckets and fountains. There are also rolling logs in the activity pool. Huge AquaCity waterpark in Poprad The park is known for boasting great views at the top of the slides too. The park also won a Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Award in 2024. One recent visitor said: "Very good water park with lots of different water slides for both children and adults. Another added: "The music was right on spot and it was making everyone feel a bit happier." There is also a new indoor waterpark with 500-room hotel and restaurants moves closer to opening in UK after success in US. Plus, a massive European waterpark with 14 themed lands opens new outdoor pool and 150-seat swim up bar. 5 5
The Independent
29-05-2025
- General
- The Independent
Wave pool shuts down after kids report electric shocks in the water over Memorial Day weekend: ‘Extremely painful'
The wave pool at Georgia 's Splash in the Boro Water Park remains closed as authorities investigate reports from several Memorial Day guests who said they felt an electric shock while in the water. Emergency services were called to evaluate five people, including children, at the Statesboro attraction but none required further medical attention, according to a news release issued on Tuesday. An unidentified mother told WTOC her children and several others felt shocks in the wave pool, describing the pain as "extremely painful" and similar to a repeated jellyfish sting. The woman said she and others alerted the pool staff, prompting the arrival of the Statesboro Fire Department and EMS. On Tuesday, the park said certified electricians and representatives from Georgia Power inspected the park's electrical rooms and disconnected the power supply for potential repairs. The electrical systems were reportedly operating within standard levels. The Independent has contacted representatives for Splash in the Boro Water Park and Bulloch County Recreation and Parks for comment. The water park remains open to the public, but entry to the wave pool is locked while the cause of the reported electrical current remains under investigation. The park said there are no health concerns for swimmers.
