KALAHARI RESORTS AND CONVENTIONS IN ROUND ROCK, TEXAS, OPENS EXPANSION TO OUTDOOR WATERPARK

Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks, in Round Rock, Texas, recently opened an expansion to its Outdoor Waterpark. The expansion includes a children’s play area with nine new slides, an adults-only bar and a 900-foot Adventure River.

Kalahari Resorts in Texas is largely known for being home to the largest indoor waterpark in the country, but the resort also offers summer guests the Outdoor Waterpark, featuring expansive outdoor pools, waterslides, a swim-up bar and private bungalows. Just in time for summer, “Bugs Burrow” is a new children’s area featuring a zero-entry pool, swings and nine bug-themed slides. Newly added for adults only is the Thirsty Turtle, an 1,100-square-foot swim- and/or walk-up bar.

Another new outdoor waterpark attraction is a 900-foot Adventure River with a “beach-like” zero-depth entry. Half of the river features thrilling waves that speed guests along a winding path, while the other half is a more tranquil lazy river. The attraction is three-feet deep and features multiple deck sprays, waterfalls and a waterfall bridge.

“Nothing beats Texas summer heat like being at a waterpark and Kalahari is dedicated to continuing to improve our resort, so guests have beyond-expectations experiences when staying with us,” said Gerson Velasquez, General Manager, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, Texas. “Here at Kalahari, we truly have something for everyone to enjoy, from 2 to 92. Our newly expanded outdoor waterpark offers even more activities for guests this summer, from our new “Bugs Burrow” children’s area to our one-of-a-kind Adventure River; this is sure to be the best summer yet.”

The new attractions opened June 16 for the summer season.

About Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, Sandusky, Ohio, Pocono Manor, Pennsylvania, and Round Rock, Texas, delivers a beyond-expectations waterpark resort and conference experience all under one roof. The authentically African-themed Kalahari Resorts, privately owned by the Nelson family, are home to America’s Largest Indoor Waterparks. All Kalahari Resorts feature well-appointed guest rooms, the fullservice Spa Kalahari, a fun-filled family entertainment center, on-site signature restaurants, unique retail shops and a state-of-the-art convention center. For information, visit KalahariResorts.com

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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, Round Rock, TX – June 21, 2023

1. Guests with Kalahari Mascots
2. SOUNDBITE Brian Szydloski, Waterpark Director, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:00:16] My name is Brian Szydloski. I'm the water park director here at Kalahari Resorts in Round Rock, Texas, and we're here today to celebrate the opening of our newest additions to the Outdoor Water Park.
3. DJ playing music (Different Angles)
4. Countdown to Waterpark Opening
5. Guest walking into Waterpark
6. SOUNDBITE Brian Szydloski, Waterpark Director, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:01:32] The new attractions at Kalahari Water Park are our Adventure River, which is a 900 foot wave action river where guests can enjoy waves and easy float down with water features. On either side, we have our Bugs Borough Kids pool that has nine waterslides, swings, water features and lastly, our thirsty turtle, which is our walk up and smoke bar.
7. SOUNDBITE Brian Szydloski, Waterpark Director, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:01:53] We have things to do for all ages, for everybody from our indoor water park at 223,000 square feet to our indoor adventure park, we have dining options with four signature restaurants. We have an indoor theme park, Templars Adventure Park and also Spa, Kalahari, so on.
8. Kalahari Lazy River without guests
9. Guests enjoying Lazy River
10. Kids water slides without guests
11. Guests enjoying swimup bar
12. SOUNDBITE Brian Szydloski, Waterpark Director, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:03:07] Kalahari Resorts is home to America's largest indoor park resorts being central to Texas and just a short drive. Our guests can be transported to a whole new world.
13. Kids enjoying water slides
14. SOUNDBITE Brandon Wise, Assistant General Manager, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:03:42] Tenemos todo para la familia y estamos a una corta distancia de toda la ciudades grande de Texas. Y tenemos también todo bajo el mismo techo del cual podemos decir - Maneje, venga a Kalahari y encontrará todo para nuestra familia.
15. Brandon Wise, Assistant General Manager, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:03:57] Estamos aquí ahora para celebrar la apertura de nuestra expansión del parque acuático que tenemos aquí. Abrimos con una parte del parque acuático, pero ahora lo hicimos mucho más grande que va a tener mucho más atracciones para toda la familia.
16. More video of kids enjoying water slides
17. Brandon Wise, Assistant General Manager, Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Round Rock, TX: [00:04:31] Tenemos una amplia variedad de opciones para todos, ya sea para los pequeños, para los adultos. Tenemos a más de 21 localidades donde puedan disfrutar comidas y bebidas y también tenemos el área del spa. Tenemos un spa bien lujoso donde pueden recibir toda clase de tratamientos, ya sea para su cuerpo, para sus uñas o para su cabello. Pero tenemos todo bajo el mismo techo para la familia.
18. Guests enjoying food available at the water park