Schlitterbahn Waterpark Offers
Free Parking, Free Tubes, Free Life Jackets and
Guests Are Welcome To Bring Food Inside The Park

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – The Schlitterbahn Vacation Village Waterpark makes it easy to stretch family vacation dollars farther than ever before during these tough economic times. The first phase of the new Schlitterbahn Vacation Village Waterpark in Kansas City, Kan., opens this summer and provides unprecedented value by offering guests free parking, free tubes, free life jackets and the opportunity to bring their own food and beverages inside the park.

From the moment guests arrive in the Schlitterbahn parking area, it is obvious to visitors that this park is different from others. There is never a charge for parking so families save $10 or more right from the start.

Food and beverages are available for purchase throughout the Waterpark, but guests may save even more of their family budget by bringing their own picnic meals inside the park. Visitors may enjoy their meal wherever they like while lounging on a beach or at a picnic table in the center of all the action. Grilling, glass containers and alcohol are not permitted.

Inner tubes are available for free. Riders may float and slide to their heart’s content all day long without breaking the bank. Life jackets are also provided free of charge. Life jackets are strongly recommended and encouraged for all children less than 48 inches in height or for anyone who is a weak swimmer.

“Schlitterbahn truly cares about providing family entertainment without charging for all the extras, which can really save the family a substantial amount of money,” explains Michael Catcott, project executive for the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village. “During difficult economic times like these, families can feel comfortable knowing there are no surprise expenses once they enter the park.”

Just as important, park goers enjoy a unique collection of trademark Schlitterbahn innovations that are not found at other waterparks in the Midwest, including the Storm Blaster™ uphill water coaster which combines the up and down thrills of a roller coaster with the unique experience of being propelled upward by jets of water. Torrent River™, the world’s largest tidal wave river, sends riders afloat in tubes through a canyon with ocean-sized waves surging through the waterway. The Transportainment™ River System minimizes the time spent waiting in line by allowing tubers to travel from one end of the park to the other as they experience multiple attractions without ever leaving the water.

Pricing and the opening schedule will be announced soon. New retail, lodging and other entertainment elements will be introduced during additional phases through 2011.

Additional Project Information
The Kansas project is the first expansion outside of Texas for the popular Schlitterbahn group of waterparks. Widely recognized as the leader of waterpark innovation and as the first family of American waterparks, Schlitterbahn currently operates three Texas waterparks – Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark in South Padre Island, Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark in Galveston Island, and the award-winning flagship waterpark at Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels.

Family-owned and operated, Schlitterbahn Waterparks has been a leader in family water entertainment since 1979. The parks offer family amenities that include free parking and free inner tubes. Guests are also welcome to bring a family picnic basket, excluding alcohol and glass containers, into the parks.

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

Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, Galveston Island
Ranked the best indoor waterpark in the world! The world’s first convertible, climate-controlled indoor/outdoor waterpark features more than 30 family attractions including three interconnected rivers, two uphill water coasters, and the signature Boogie Bahn surfing ride.

Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort, New Braunfels
The 70-acre park features more than 40 family attractions, miles of tubing adventures and 238 overnight accommodations. Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort is the most popular summertime waterpark in the United States and has been rated the World’s number one waterpark by the Travel Channel. It has been the top-attended seasonal waterpark in the United States since 1995, according to industry rankings.

For more information, contact the Schlitterbahn Vacation Village office in Kansas City, Kansas, at 913.334.5200 or visit schlitterbahn.com/kc.

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