The Schlitterbahn Vacation Village site is a 370-acre track near Village West in Kansas City, Kansas. The location is bound by State Avenue on the south, Parallel Parkway on the north, Interstate 435 on the west and 94th Street on the east.

Groundbreaking was observed on Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village site.

The first phase of the waterpark is scheduled to open summer 2009 with more than a dozen state-of-the-art attractions including the world’s largest tidal wave river, an uphill Master Blaster™ water coaster, a hot tub with swim-up bar, several mammoth tubing rivers and chutes, giant water slides, an interactive area for smaller children and more.

Construction of lodging components and the shops, restaurants, and attractions of the Riverwalk continues through 2011. When complete, there will be 750,000 square feet of retail space and 1,100 lodging units all fully integrated within the waterpark. Eventually more than four miles of interconnected waterways will be contribute to the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village experience.
Both Treehauses and Cabins utilize green technology principles and recycled building materials as part of our commitment to a green environment.

Schlitterbahn Development Group, New Braunfels, Texas - Overall project layout and design Turner Construction, Kansas City, Missouri - Construction Manager

Berger Devine Yeager, Inc. Kansas City, Missouri - Architect of Record

The first phase of the Schlitterbahn Waterpark is scheduled to open for summer 2009 operation. When all phases are complete, the 40-acre waterpark will be one of the world's largest tubing parks with miles of interconnected rivers and signature attractions such as the Storm Blaster® uphill water coaster and the Torrent “Tidal Wave” River®.

In additional phases, the waterpark will also feature a 130,000 square foot enclosed climate-controlled area that will be open year-round.

A Riverwalk with lush foliage and winding walkways will feature destination shopping, dining and entertainment. The 3,000 foot long shopping district will also feature a variety of entertainment attractions, events and shows to keep guests coming back throughout the year. Eventually more than four miles of interconnected waterways will contribute greatly to the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village experience.

A Lodging package features more than 1,100 accommodations including a full-service hotel, waterfront cabins and the unique Treehaus Resort with elevated pods -- all integrated within waterpark attractions.

The full service hotel will have exciting views of the shopping district, the Riverwalk entertainment area and the Water Resort. The hotel will offer a full range of amenities to meet personal or business needs.

The Treehaus Resort features elevated Treehaus accommodations strategically located within the Water Resort offering a unique and memorable lodging experience. Guests may rent a single unit in the Treehaus Resort or they may reserve an entire "pod" of three to five units for larger family gatherings.

Upscale waterfront cabins are perfect for families looking for an immersive "great outdoors" experience conveniently located near hiking and biking trails as well as other great outdoor activities. These quaint facilities include kitchen amenities, separate bedrooms and outdoor relaxation areas.

All of the lodging locations offer convenient access to the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village attractions.

TRANSPORTAINMENT
TECHNOLOGY: 

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The Schlitterbahn Vacation Village Waterpark features a state-of-the-art Transportainment river system that transports guests around the complex on water. Transportainment rivers are designed to combine the elements of transportation, sport and entertainment, while minimizing the time park guests spend standing in lines.
 
The first Transportainment river system opened at Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island in 2001. The technology has earned the industry's highest innovation awards including: International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions [IAAPA] Best New Waterpark Product; IAAPA Impact Award; World Waterpark Association Industry Leadership & Innovation award; THEA Outstanding Achievement Award from the Themed Entertainment Association.  

SCHLITTERBAHN BACKGROUND:

In 1966, along a stretch of a tree-lined, spring-fed river on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, Bob and Billye Henry and their three children began creating what would eventually become the world’s first waterpark resort and the nation’s most popular summertime waterpark. Since that time, Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort has been voted the World’s #1 waterpark for the past ten years. Schlitterbahn has expanded with the opening of Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark in South Padre Island, Texas, (2001) and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island in Galveston, Texas (2006).

The Schlitterbahn Development Group was created by the Henry family to develop two products: the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village and Schlitterbahn Boutique Hotels. These products capitalize on the spirit of what Schlitterbahn does best, combining water and fun into a one-of-a-kind memory for families, creating a regional family destination resort attraction. Patented technologies add to an impressive product line that will create the #1 family resort attraction in the Midwest. America’s Water Resort now comes home to America’s Heartland.

The Schlitterbahn Development Group has assembled a team that will lead the design effort as well as oversee construction of the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village. The Development Group is led by the Henry family and a team of seasoned amusement professionals. With over 40 years of experience in the amusement lodging and amusement retail business, we are ready to deliver the next evolution in family entertainment.

The Henry family, with the Schlitterbahn team, will deliver a new family destination to America’s Heartland. It will educate, entertain, house, and provide opportunities for growth to our family, employees, and customers alike.
The flagship park in New Braunfels, which opened in 1979, features more than 40 family attractions and 238 overnight rooms. Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort is the most popular summertime waterpark in the United States and has been rated America's number one waterpark by the Travel Channel. It has been the top-attended seasonal waterpark in the United States since 1995, according to Amusement Business rankings.
In 2008, Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort earned its eleventh straight Golden Ticket award for World's Best Waterpark in the annual Amusement Today poll of amusement park fans. The park's Master Blaster uphill water coaster earned this year's Golden Ticket for Best Waterpark ride.

The 26-acre Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island opened in 2001 and features more than a dozen family attractions. The park's innovative design features a dozen attractions, including the state-of-the-art Transportainment river system. Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark has received the industry's top awards for design innovation.

Schlitterbahn opened its third waterpark in 2006 on historic Galveston Island, south of Houston, Texas. The 26-acre park includes Wasserfest™, (ranked the #1 Indoor Waterpark in the World in Amusement Today poll), the world's first convertible waterpark with sections that can be opened or closed for year-round use. The park also features the next generation of the award-winning Transportainment® river system that combines four unique rivers into one endless floating adventure.

Chris Ozimek, Marketing Director
Schlitterbahn Vacation Village
1709 N 98th Street
Kansas City, Kansas 66111
913.334.5200
cozimek@schlitterbahn.com