Big Surf Waterpark
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Triple-digit weathers calls for activities that cool off, so take the family to Big Surf Waterpark where you can play in the water all day long. More than 17 adventure rides and slides await, and there’ s even an area for the toddlers, too. Looking to relax a bit? Check out the wavepool, Waikiki Beach, which is ranked as the third largest wave pool in the country, holding a whopping 2.5 million gallons of water. You can even take surf and boogie boarding lessons! The park is open every day, including extended evening hours every Friday throughout the summer. You can save 10 % on admission by ordering tickets online or, get an unlimited summer pass for $ 49.95 which includes a coupon book with more than $ 250 in savings. For more info, 480.994.2297, bigsurffun. com.
Golfland-Sunsplash Sea Life Arizona
A summer of family fun entertainment wouldn’ t be complete without a trip to Golfland-Sunsplash which has been in the Valley for more than 25 years! The Mesa landmark can be spotted by its castle which boasts an arcade of more than 200 video games and a laser tag arena. Golfland also has three miniature golf courses to practice that put, bumper cars, race cars and, of course, Sunsplash water park with more than 25 water rides and attractions. Check out the new Revolution water slide which catapults you nearly seven stories down into an open bowl. For more info, 480.834.8319, golfland. com.
Looking for an indoor adventure that’ s awe-inspiring and educational? Head to the Arizona Sea Life Aquarium at Arizona Mills Mall in Tempe. You can get up close and personal at the Interactive Rockpool where you can safely hold and touch creatures like crab and live starfish. Visit Jr., the White Tip Reef Shark who lives in a 161,000 gallon ocean display and Loki, the Giant Pacific Octopus. The Jellyfish Discovery is also a must-see, which boasts the largest collection of jellyfish in Arizona. Check the website for talk and feeding times of the seahorses, sharks, turtles and other sea creatures. For more info, 480.478.7609, visitsealife. com.
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