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Schlitterbahn
Announces EBay Auction to Benefit
Elf Louise Christmas Project
Auction begins first phase of charitable partnership with Elf Louise
Christmas Project. Bids start now to attend Schlitterbahn’s Hill
Country Christmas inaugural VIP event on November 25th
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – Bidding is now underway! Bring
your family and be the first to experience the magic of Christmas
morning at Schlitterbahn's Hill Country Christmas VIP Event on
Tuesday, November 25, 2008. The successful bidders will receive 4
tickets each to attend the exclusive VIP event at Schlitterbahn's
Hill Country Christmas before it is open to the public on November
28, 2008. Only 25 sets are available!
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels, summer home to the world’s best
waterpark, transforms the original Schlitterbahn into a dazzling
evening spectacular blanketed with more than 1 million lights, real
ice skating, sledding, amazing attractions, dazzling shows, festive
food, unique shopping and Santa himself making this a new must-see
holiday family tradition.
All auction proceeds benefit the Elf Louise Christmas Project. Elf
Louise provides Christmas presents to over 30,000 less-fortunate
children who otherwise may not receive gifts, serving over 9,000
families in the San Antonio area. Operating since 1969, Elf Louise
is a 100% volunteer organization with only 2% of donated money going
towards administration. Along with present pickups, this grassroots
organization also spreads Christmas cheer with Santa deliveries.
“Elf Louise Christmas Project embodies the Christmas
spirit in South Texas,” said Darren Hill, general manager of
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort, “We will also be an official Toy
Drop location for Elf Louise and will give a $1 off admission with a
donation of an unwrapped toy,” Hill added.
“We are excited to team up with Schlitterbahn,” said
executive director, Bill Harrison, “and we are looking forward to
many toys being donated and funds being raised through our
Schlitterbahn partnership.”
Attractions:
Ice
Skating
– Enjoy the majesty of real ice skating under the stars on a giant
ice rink (skate rental is an additional fee).
Sled Run – Slide down a snowy hill on a fast and fun toboggan
run.
Santa – Meet the Jolly Old Elf himself (Santa available
through Dec. 23).
Nativity – Embrace the meaning of the season while gazing
upon an elaborately sculpted life-size lit nativity.
Candy Cane Lane Light Tunnel – Be mesmerized by chasing
lights while walking through a series of illuminated arches.
Schatze’s Winter Wonderland – Kids of all ages are invited to
play in the snow and meet Schlitterbahn’s beloved mascot Schatze all
decked out for the holidays.
Train Display – Bring back the memories of your childhood
while enjoying the timeless tradition of a holiday train display.
Santa’s Workshop – Come explore the North Pole filled with a
variety of whimsical animated light sculptures, Holiday
Illuminations light show and snow, snow, snow.
Rudolph’s Reindeer Barn – Come hug and have your photo taken
with the most famous reindeer of all.
Winter Wassail Hot Tub – Stay toasty warm this holiday season
under the stars in a giant outdoor hot tub. Spirits available.
Shows:
Scrooge’s Haus – He’s back and he’s not happy about the
holidays. Be sure to capture the fun and banter of Mr. Bah Humbug
himself. Several shows nightly.
Christmas Reflections – A River of Lights Spectacular – Be
inspired by an innovative, immersive light show choreographed to new
Christmas classics along the banks of the Comal River. Several shows
nightly.
Holiday Illuminations – Brrr… get ready to get caught in a
blizzard of snow as guests visit the North Pole and watch Santa’s
workshop come alive with dancing lights and animated sculptures
synchronized to festive holiday tunes. Several shows nightly.
Live Entertainment – An assortment of entertainment is
presented throughout the park including Christmas carolers, street
performers and bands.
Shopping:
Christmas Shoppe – Located in a beautifully restored
150-year-old Hill Country home, the Shoppe is filled with three
floors of unique, designer collectibles elaborately displayed
throughout holiday-themed rooms.
Crafter Village – Stroll through a boulevard of eclectic
shops filled with a unique collection of handcrafted items.
“We’re excited to create a new family tradition this holiday
season,” explained Darren Hill, general manager for Schlitterbahn
New Braunfels. “This new event truly captures the magic of Christmas
morning every night. Visiting families will be thrilled with the
variety of holiday attractions, shopping, food and shows that can
all be enjoyed in one evening together.”
Schlitterbahn’s Hill Country Christmas event opens for weekend
operation (Friday – Sunday) beginning Friday, November 28. The event
is open daily December 19, 2008 through January 4, 2009 (except
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day). The park opens at 5pm. Closing
times vary.
Tickets available at schlitterbahnchristmas.com are $14.99 for
general event admission and $12.99 for children, ages 3 – 11 and
seniors 55 years or older. Taxes are not included in the ticket
prices. Parking is FREE! Operating hours, dates and attraction
availability are subject to change.
Schlitterbahn Background
Family-owned and operated, Schlitterbahn Waterparks has been a
leader in family water entertainment since 1979. The company
operates three parks in Texas, all of which 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 US! 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 surf
ride.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort, New Braunfels
The 65-acre Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort features more than 40
family attractions and 238 overnight accommodations. Schlitterbahn
Waterpark Resort is the most popular summertime waterpark in the
United States and has been rated the number one waterpark in the
world by the Travel Channel. It has been the top-attended seasonal
waterpark in the United States since 1995, according to Amusement
Business rankings.
Schlitterbahn Vacation Village, Kansas City, Kansas
The company is developing a $750 million groundbreaking,
trend-setting retail entertainment destination comprised of multiple
shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment venues connected by a
Transportainment® River System. In the Vacation Village, manmade
rivers carry guests between lodging units and a large summertime
Water Resort and a covered Riverwalk with shops and restaurants.
For more information, contact Schlitterbahn Waterparks' corporate office
in New Braunfels, Texas at 830.625.2351 or visit the park’s website
at
schlitterbahn.com.
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