The water parks at Disney World in Orlando are just the best places to be in during this hot summer season. Prepare for wet and wild Disney World Vacations in Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon. After a day or two exploring Magic Kingdom, Epcot and Hollywood Studios, devote some time for a grand water thrill adventure for kids of all ages. If you are worried that you did not choose any of those Orlando hotels with amazing pools, it will not matter, as you will have your own dose of water fun with exhilarating water rides in these Disney World water parks. If you lack the time and cannot afford to explore both parks, one will do as they both offer great attractions.
First option is Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park. This water park has an interesting history. It was first built as a ski resort when Orlando experienced a freak snowstorm in the past. Unfortunately, the snow melted and the builders have to change the theme immediately to save their investment. Now instead of snow everywhere, it is water everywhere. Since Florida is known as the Sunshine State, it is only fitting to have an enormous water park amongst the different theme parks. Nothing beats to trying out the tallest and fastest waterslides in America. Make sure you take this once in a lifetime experience before going back to your rented accommodation at Kissimmee Hotels or Disney Condos.
However, if you have little tots with you, better head to Tike’s Peak where they can play in a safe, age appropriate yet fun-filled water adventure with pop-up water jets, exciting small slides and magical snow-castle fountain. You can also bring the whole family to ride a raft at the Cross Country Creek. Everybody will gain entrance, as it is just a mild ride. It is also advisable to borrow life jackets for everyone at the Park entrance along with towels and lockers. There is no need to bring your own anymore. Make sure you do this before heading inside the water park.
The second water park is called Typhoon’s Lagoon. Just like Blizzard Beach, this water park is not without a fascinating history. However, this time, it was not a freak snowstorm that started it all. It was after Orlando experienced the storm of all storms. There was a shrimp boat that was swept up to the peak of Mount Mayday after a strong typhoon. According to the legend, the boat whistle blows every thirty minutes that prompts the volcano to try to remove it from its peak. By doing that, it releases huge splashes of water shooting upwards to the sky and that gave birth to several rivers, rapids, and waterslides. To this very day, you can still see the shrimp boat lodged at the mountain’s peak.
If you are into surfing, you will enjoy the Surf Pool with 6-foot waves. If you love snorkeling with real sharks, you will be able to do just that at Shark’s Reef. It may not boast of having the tallest waterslide but they have 9 different slides to make up for it. They also have a play area for kids if you have little ones with you, Just one important tip before leaving the Kissimmee Hotels, make sure you bring only the essential items, as you will not be able to put all of your valuables in the rented lockers. Apply a generous amount of sunscreen and wear the appropriate clothing for this water adventure so you can make the most of your vacation.