Whether it’s fun in the sun this summer or a family vacation a little later, 10Best readers have pretty strong opinions on which amusement parks and water parks are the best. We asked our readers to tell us about their favorites, as well as their best entertainment options in hotels, restaurants, and parks. After four weeks of voting, the results were released.
Click on each category below to see the full list of winners:
Best Amusement Park: SeaWorld Orlando in Florida
Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin is just one of many reasons why 10Best chose SeaWorld Orlando as the best amusement park – Photo courtesy of SeaWorld Orlando
Most famous as a marine zoo, SeaWorld Orlando has also stood out in the world of thrilling high-octane rides, including Manta, one of the only roller coasters of its kind in the world, and Mako, a hyper roller coaster with deep dives. . high speeds and thrills galore.
Plus, young visitors can now walk down Sesame Street and interact with their favorite furry friends.
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Best Amusement Park Entertainment: Celtic Fyre at Busch Gardens Williamsburg in Virginia
For five years, 10Best readers have voted Celtic Fyre the best amusement park. Photo courtesy of Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Celebrate the Celtic tradition of storytelling through dance at this incredibly popular and energetic show at Busch Gardens Williamsburg that will have you laughing and clapping to festive music. Irish native animals make appearances and audience participation offers another fun angle. Guests leave the show with a new or rekindled love for all things Irish.
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Best Amusement Park Hotel: Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Dollywood DreamMore Resort y Spa – Photo courtesy of Dollywood
Inspired by the pillars of unity, storytelling, and family, Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa offers guests a cozy place to unwind and relax in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, just minutes from the theme park. Amenities include an interactive splash pad, zero entry pool, door-to-door transportation to the park, and Dolly touches throughout.
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Best Amusement Park Restaurant: Great Aunt’s Restaurant in Dollywood
Great-aunt’s restaurant – Photo courtesy of Dollywood
Aunt Granny’s Restaurant is a tabletop restaurant located at Rivertown Junction in Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Guests can choose from a variety of homemade meats and side dishes, such as fried chicken and macaroni and cheese, which are constantly replenished at the table so that each guest can help themselves to whatever they want. Bread and desserts are also included to complete the meal.
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Best Indoor Water Park: DreamWorks Water Park in East Rutherford, NJ
DreamWorks Water Park is part of the American Dream shopping and entertainment complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and is the largest indoor water park in North America. Attractions include a hydromagnetic roller coaster, wave pool, lazy river, and eight-lane waterslide.
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Best Outdoor Water Park: Aquatica Orlando in Orlando, Florida
Play in the water alongside aquatic life at Aquatica Orlando – Photo courtesy of Aquatica Orlando
SeaWorld’s first and most popular water park, Aquatica Orlando, draws 1.5 million visitors a year while seamlessly integrating marine life into attractions. Its main attraction, Dolphin Plunge, is an enclosed slide that runs through a pool of playful black and white Commerson dolphins.
Guests can also take a raft ride down Loggerhead Lane, past exotic and colorful fish. Aquatica’s South Seas theme is enhanced by 60,000 lush tropical plants covering its 60 acres.
Full list of winners: Best Outdoor Water Park »
Best Roller Coaster: Mako at SeaWorld Orlando
Not only was SeaWorld Orlando voted the best amusement park, but its flagship, Mako, won the best roller coaster. Photo courtesy of SeaWorld Orlando
Thrill-seeking guests at SeaWorld Orlando will find them aboard one of the park’s roller coasters, Mako. Orlando’s tallest, longest and fastest roller coaster is named after one of the fastest sharks in the world, suitable for a thrilling ride reaching speeds of 73 miles per hour.
Full list of winners: Best roller coaster »
Congratulations to all of these winning nominees! Remember to visit 10Best.com daily to vote in all our readers’ choice contests.
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