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Enchanted Forest Water Safari Ranked in Top 5 Water Parks in the US

Enchanted Forest Water Safari Ranked in Top 5 Water Parks in the US

OLD FORGE, NY — Enchanted Forest Water Safari (EFWS) part of Water Safari Resort has been named as a winner in the 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice® Attractions awards as one of the top 25 water parks in the United States for the sixth year in a row. Based on an algorithm that takes into account both the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings of amusement and water parks over a 12-month period, Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge was named No. 4 on the list compiled for 2019.

EFWS is New York’s largest water theme park with more than 50 rides and attractions, including 32 water rides. The park also features classic amusement rides for all ages, fun food, exciting games, storybook characters, a family circus show and more.

“We are thrilled to receive this award for the sixth year in a row! Thank you to everyone for putting us at the top! It takes a great team to make this award possible, including our hard-working team members and our guests.” said Katie Wojdyla, Vice President and Director of Marketing for EFWS. “We strive to provide safe, clean, family fun with unprecedented value and service as our main goals. Especially gratifying is that the top three parks on the list are in Florida, making Water Safari number one outside of Florida!”

The Water Park is part of Water Safari Resort, which includes Water’s Edge Inn, Old Forge Camping Resort and Calypso’s Cove Family Fun Park. Past visitors to the park have expressed their experience with reviews on TripAdvisor, “Another wonderful family adventure” “Best waterpark in the area” “Always a fun experience!” “Best day with grandkids” “A family tradition”.

The Travelers’ Choice Attractions awards honor the top 1% of attractions worldwide based on millions of valuable reviews and opinions from TripAdvisor travelers. TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top attractions using an algorithm that took into account the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for amusement parks and water parks worldwide, gathered over a 12-month period. To qualify, a business must maintain an overall TripAdvisor bubble rating of at least four out of five, have a minimum number of reviews and must have been listed on TripAdvisor for at least 12 months.

About TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, enables travelers to unleash the full potential of every trip. With over 630 million reviews and opinions covering the world’s largest selection of travel listings worldwide – covering approximately 7.5 million accommodations, airlines, experiences, and restaurants — TripAdvisor provides travelers with the wisdom of the crowds to help them decide where to stay, how to fly, what to do and where to eat. TripAdvisor also compares prices from more than 200 hotel booking sites so travelers can find the lowest price on the hotel that’s right for them. TripAdvisor-branded sites are available in 49 markets and are home to the world’s largest travel community of 455 million average monthly unique visitors, all looking to get the most out of every trip. Travelers can also follow the conversation on Twitter at #travelerschoice.

Posted by Carrie Klepadlo in Calypso's Cove Blog, Press Release

Enchanted Forest Water Safari Opens for the Season June 12

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Enchanted Forest Water Safari Opens for the Season June 12 

Old Forge, NY – Enchanted Forest Water Safari, New York’s largest water theme park, opens Wednesday, June 12th with more than 50 rides and attractions. 

Visitors this year can enjoy family circus show acts from Royal Hanneford Circus act featuring Trampoline Wall, Juggling, Single Trapeze, Clown, Hula Hoops Motorcycle in the Giant Steel Globe with grand finale of 3 riders at once! – Most popular act, back by popular demand!

The park features 32 heated water rides with a focus on family fun for all ages.  The park also features classic amusement rides, fun food, exciting games, cool shops, private cabana rentals, storybook themed characters, a family circus show and more. 315-369-6145 WaterSafari.com. 

Enchanted Forest Water Safari has added five additional cabana rentals to the park for 2019. The five new cabanas are part of a new Premium Cabana group, and are located in the Adirondack Expedition, overlooking the Black River and Rondaxe Run.  The Premium Cabanas are numbers 9-21 and include food and beverage service along with a $25 credit which is included in the price. Food and beverage service includes items such as pizza, nachos, desserts, frozen tropical drinks, beer, wine and more! All standard and premium cabana rentals include table and chairs, lounge chairs, a lockable storage cabinet and bottled water.

Water Safari Resort’s Stay ‘N Play package features discounted lodging at nearby Old Forge Camping Resort (excluding cottages) or Water’s Edge Inn Sunday through Thursday nights and discounted tickets to Enchanted Forest Water Safari and Calypso’s Cove. 

Calypso’s Cove Family Fun Park, next door to Water Safari, is open daily June 22nd. Attractions include go-karts, kiddie go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, zip line, rock climbing wall, mini golf and more than 40 games making it the best arcade in the Adirondacks.  There are many new and exciting arcade games including a giant Connect 4!  Enjoy family-friendly food including pizza, wings and more. CalypsosCove.com 315-369-6145

The downtown Old Forge area offers something for everyone in the summer.  Old Forge and the Fulton Chain of Lakes are known for their Adirondack hospitality, friendly people, quaint main street shops, top quality restaurants and numerous outdoor activities.  In the summer, you can hike, canoe or kayak, boat, jet ski, visit View Arts Center or several other area museums, take a train ride or a cruise, enjoy live entertainment or just kick back and relax.  More information can be found at Experienceoldforge.com or Oldforgeny.com 

Posted by Carrie Klepadlo in Press Release