Newly Opened Lighthouse Waterslide and Kool Runnings
Provide Additional Aquatic Playgrounds
Jamaica may be a destination known primarily for its abundance of natural beauty and flavorful culture, but the island’s water parks provide an exciting alternative for families looking for more than a day of lying on the beach or viewing the scenic landscape. Kids of all ages, from 9 years old to 90, will have a splashing good time at any of the island’s water parks.
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< ?more?> p>"From children to adults, relaxation to adventure, wet to dry, Jamaica is a destination that prides itself on offering something for everyone," said Basil Smith, Director of the Jamaica Tourist Board. "Jamaica’s water parks are perfect examples of the variety of family attractions that we continue to make available on the island."
Beaches Negril Resort & Spa’s Pirates Island
Beaches Negril Resort & Spa’s Pirate’s Island Water Park is a real live swashbuckling fantasy come true. The 18,000 sq. foot water park features two exciting water slides spiraling more than 200 ft. each for rip roaring fun, water cannons, arched bridges, whirlpools, a splash deck and misting pool for soaking wet water play and a meandering river for smooth sailing. If pirating works up an appetite for lil’ mateys - a swim-up pool bar and self serve ice cream and snacks will fill them up before they head back out to sea. Parents are optional!
To plan an ultra all-inclusive swashbuckling adventure at Beaches Resorts, visit www.beaches.com.
Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club’s Pirate’s Island
Coming July 2007-Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club in Ocho Rios will add a comprehensive and exciting new Pirate’s Island Water Park to the list of ultra all-inclusive amenities offered at this family resort. The $3 million expansion to the resorts existing waterpark will include a 27,000 sq. foot Pirate’s Island themed aqua-playground that will add six new kiddie slides - including one "group" slide - plus three slides just for teens and adults: one tube slide, one body slide and one speed slide. The water park will also feature a Pirate-themed kid’s zone and a zero entry kiddie pool that will include a misting crab, a squirting sea turtle and a splashing seahorse.
To plan an ultra all-inclusive swashbuckling adventure at Beaches Resorts, visit www.beaches.com.
Lighthouse Waterslide
Sunset Jamaica Grande in Ocho Rios recently opened its brand new Lighthouse Waterslide, an attraction destined to become a landmark on the Ocho Rios coastline. Designed to replicate a traditional lighthouse, guests climb an enclosed spiral staircase to a towering 60-foot observation deck that provides a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view over the Caribbean Sea. Two water slides, one enclosed and one open, send adventure seekers twisting and turning down and around the lighthouse. The open slide ends in one of the resort’s swimming pool, while the closed slide empties out into the ocean. Those who prefer to stay dry can venture into the lower level of the Lighthouse, which features an air-conditioned arcade.
Visit www.sunsetjamaicagrande.com for more information.
Kool Runnings Water Park
The recently opened Kool Runnings Water Park, spread over five acres in Negril, combines a watery world of fun with an authentically Jamaican experience. The park features ten exciting water slides, some of which tower up to 40 feet high, and each with a distinctive Jamaican name. Captain Mikie’s Coconut is an interactive children’s play area with a giant coconut that surprises guests below as it dumps water. There is also a lazy river ride that takes navigators through waterfalls and under bridges in a setting that echoes the beautiful Jamaican landscape, and more. After spending a day playing, guests who worked up an appetite can refresh themselves one of the park’s three restaurants, juice bar or sports bar.
For more information, visit: http://koolrunnings.com/.
Pirate’s Paradise Water Park
Sunset Beach Resort & Spa in Montego Bay opened its Pirate’s Paradise Water Park in 2006. While soaking up the warm Jamaican sun, visitors can drift along Blackbeard’s Lazy River, which winds a slow path through the park, or simply relax on Buccaneer Beach. The Caribbean Pirate’s Paradise Fort features an exciting 40-foot high Pirate’s Plank Bridge and two rooftop Jacuzzis. Two 40-foot high shooting waterslides send guests zooming down to a splash pool below. Children ages 2-12 can commandeer the Pirate Ship, which boasts a kid’s section with a swimming pool and slide.
To plan your trip, go to: http://www.sunsetbeachjamaica.com/water-park.html.
Sugar Mill Falls
Sugar Mill Falls, located at Rose Hall Resort & Country Club in Montego Bay, is one of the largest man-made attractions in the Caribbean. Visitors can spend their day splashing through cascading waterfalls, a 280-foot thrill slide, relaxing lagoons, a lazy river and three terraced pools. The jungle garden lets adventurers explore a rope-and-wood suspension bridge, faux rock formations, and replicas of the aqueducts of the former Rose Hall Plantation. The park provides a variety of entertainment, including "dive-in" movies, live music, activities and games, a children’s section and more. What’s more, guests do not need to leave the pool when they need refreshment after a long day of fun - Sugar Mill Falls offers poolside food service at two swim-up bars.
Visit http://www.rosehallresort.com/resort_activities/water_park.cfm for more information.
To learn more about the variety of family-friendly offerings found in Jamaica, or to book your trip, go to www.visitjamaica.com.
About Jamaica Tourist Board
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. The Jamaica Tourist Board was declared the Caribbean’s Leading Tourist and Convention Bureau by the World Travel Awards (WTA) for 2006, while Jamaica has earned the WTA’s vote as the World’s Leading Cruise Destination, the Caribbean’s Leading Destination and the Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination.
JTB offices are located in Kingston, Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are located in Düsseldorf, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam and Tokyo.
Details of upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica are posted on the Jamaica Tourist Board’s Web site at www.visitjamaica.com. To book a trip to Jamaica please contact a travel agent or call the Jamaica Tourist Board toll-free at 1-800-233-4JTB (1-800-233-4582), 305-665-0557 or go to www.visitjamaica.com.
For questions regarding the new U.S. passport requirements for travel to the Caribbean, please go to www.travel.state.gov. For more information on Jamaica’s Passport to Rewards Program, please go to www.visitjamaica.com/rewards.
"From children to adults, relaxation to adventure, wet to dry, Jamaica is a destination that prides itself on offering something for everyone," said Basil Smith, Director of the Jamaica Tourist Board. "Jamaica’s water parks are perfect examples of the variety of family attractions that we continue to make available on the island."
Beaches Negril Resort & Spa’s Pirates Island
Beaches Negril Resort & Spa’s Pirate’s Island Water Park is a real live swashbuckling fantasy come true. The 18,000 sq. foot water park features two exciting water slides spiraling more than 200 ft. each for rip roaring fun, water cannons, arched bridges, whirlpools, a splash deck and misting pool for soaking wet water play and a meandering river for smooth sailing. If pirating works up an appetite for lil’ mateys - a swim-up pool bar and self serve ice cream and snacks will fill them up before they head back out to sea. Parents are optional!
To plan an ultra all-inclusive swashbuckling adventure at Beaches Resorts, visit www.beaches.com.
Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club’s Pirate’s Island
Coming July 2007-Beaches Boscobel Resort & Golf Club in Ocho Rios will add a comprehensive and exciting new Pirate’s Island Water Park to the list of ultra all-inclusive amenities offered at this family resort. The $3 million expansion to the resorts existing waterpark will include a 27,000 sq. foot Pirate’s Island themed aqua-playground that will add six new kiddie slides - including one "group" slide - plus three slides just for teens and adults: one tube slide, one body slide and one speed slide. The water park will also feature a Pirate-themed kid’s zone and a zero entry kiddie pool that will include a misting crab, a squirting sea turtle and a splashing seahorse.
To plan an ultra all-inclusive swashbuckling adventure at Beaches Resorts, visit www.beaches.com.
Lighthouse Waterslide
Sunset Jamaica Grande in Ocho Rios recently opened its brand new Lighthouse Waterslide, an attraction destined to become a landmark on the Ocho Rios coastline. Designed to replicate a traditional lighthouse, guests climb an enclosed spiral staircase to a towering 60-foot observation deck that provides a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view over the Caribbean Sea. Two water slides, one enclosed and one open, send adventure seekers twisting and turning down and around the lighthouse. The open slide ends in one of the resort’s swimming pool, while the closed slide empties out into the ocean. Those who prefer to stay dry can venture into the lower level of the Lighthouse, which features an air-conditioned arcade.
Visit www.sunsetjamaicagrande.com for more information.
Kool Runnings Water Park
The recently opened Kool Runnings Water Park, spread over five acres in Negril, combines a watery world of fun with an authentically Jamaican experience. The park features ten exciting water slides, some of which tower up to 40 feet high, and each with a distinctive Jamaican name. Captain Mikie’s Coconut is an interactive children’s play area with a giant coconut that surprises guests below as it dumps water. There is also a lazy river ride that takes navigators through waterfalls and under bridges in a setting that echoes the beautiful Jamaican landscape, and more. After spending a day playing, guests who worked up an appetite can refresh themselves one of the park’s three restaurants, juice bar or sports bar.
For more information, visit: http://koolrunnings.com/.
Pirate’s Paradise Water Park
Sunset Beach Resort & Spa in Montego Bay opened its Pirate’s Paradise Water Park in 2006. While soaking up the warm Jamaican sun, visitors can drift along Blackbeard’s Lazy River, which winds a slow path through the park, or simply relax on Buccaneer Beach. The Caribbean Pirate’s Paradise Fort features an exciting 40-foot high Pirate’s Plank Bridge and two rooftop Jacuzzis. Two 40-foot high shooting waterslides send guests zooming down to a splash pool below. Children ages 2-12 can commandeer the Pirate Ship, which boasts a kid’s section with a swimming pool and slide.
To plan your trip, go to: http://www.sunsetbeachjamaica.com/water-park.html.
Sugar Mill Falls
Sugar Mill Falls, located at Rose Hall Resort & Country Club in Montego Bay, is one of the largest man-made attractions in the Caribbean. Visitors can spend their day splashing through cascading waterfalls, a 280-foot thrill slide, relaxing lagoons, a lazy river and three terraced pools. The jungle garden lets adventurers explore a rope-and-wood suspension bridge, faux rock formations, and replicas of the aqueducts of the former Rose Hall Plantation. The park provides a variety of entertainment, including "dive-in" movies, live music, activities and games, a children’s section and more. What’s more, guests do not need to leave the pool when they need refreshment after a long day of fun - Sugar Mill Falls offers poolside food service at two swim-up bars.
Visit http://www.rosehallresort.com/resort_activities/water_park.cfm for more information.
To learn more about the variety of family-friendly offerings found in Jamaica, or to book your trip, go to www.visitjamaica.com.
About Jamaica Tourist Board
The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. The Jamaica Tourist Board was declared the Caribbean’s Leading Tourist and Convention Bureau by the World Travel Awards (WTA) for 2006, while Jamaica has earned the WTA’s vote as the World’s Leading Cruise Destination, the Caribbean’s Leading Destination and the Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Destination.
JTB offices are located in Kingston, Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are located in Düsseldorf, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam and Tokyo.
Details of upcoming special events, attractions and accommodations in Jamaica are posted on the Jamaica Tourist Board’s Web site at www.visitjamaica.com. To book a trip to Jamaica please contact a travel agent or call the Jamaica Tourist Board toll-free at 1-800-233-4JTB (1-800-233-4582), 305-665-0557 or go to www.visitjamaica.com.
For questions regarding the new U.S. passport requirements for travel to the Caribbean, please go to www.travel.state.gov. For more information on Jamaica’s Passport to Rewards Program, please go to www.visitjamaica.com/rewards.
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