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What happened to Wet & Wild Orlando?

 

 

 

 

 

 

You may have read Vickie’s blog entry on the water park,  Volcano Bay, that Universal Orlando is opening in May 2017. As part of preparations for the opening of Volcano Bay, Universal Orlando announced on its blog on June 17, 2015 that Wet & Wild Orlando would be closing on December 31, 2016 (http://blog.universalorlando.com/whats-new/wet-n-wild-orlando-closing/). This is not a surprise as Wet & Wild has been owned by Universal Parks & Resorts since 1998. Wet & Wild opened in 1977 and is considered to be the first water park in America, interestingly enough it was built by George Millay the creator of SeaWorld. Why close Wet & Wild? Because it was located on 53 acres of land on the opposite side of International Drive from the entrance to Universal not attached to the theme park. That land will end up becoming the site of more expansion so keep an eye out for more announcements. And when you visit Volcano Bay you may see rides from Wet & Wild.

Universal’s NEW Park

Universal Studios is opening a third park – a water park.  They have brought to life the culture and architecture of the fabeled Waturi islanders, eliminated lines and carrying inner tubes.

Opening on May 25, Volcano Bay will have 18 attractions – something for everyone.  In the middle of the park is a large volcano and some of the attractions travel through the middle of it.

Guests will receive a TapuTapu wearable (looks like a wrist band) that will stand in line for you — a virtual line, pretty cool.

For Thrill Seekers, rides include an Aqua Coaster, White Water Rafting, Body Plunge, Body Slide and Drop Slides.

Kids and Families will enjoy the beach, raft rides, tube rides, winding riving, lagoon and the reef.

The new park is on-property and Universal is taking reservations.

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