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Cool down, get wet, rinse and repeat at Orlando water parks

By Jennifer Sangalang

Metromix
May 9, 2011

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Orlando is just a 40-minute drive from Brevard County. If you prefer to trade the ocean for a water slide, make the drive! Below is a list of the major water parks in Orlando. Prices and times may vary, but we gave you the websites and the basics.

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Aquatica

5800 Water Play Way - Orlando

407-351-3600

Take the plunge at SeaWorld's new adventure-filled water park. SeaWorld's Aquatica is an enormous water park right across the street from Shamu. Soak up some sun at Cutback Cove and Big Surf Shores, giant side-by-side wave pools. Adventurous types can brave the Dolphin Plunge, Roa's Rapids, Wanau Way and the Taumata Racer. Kids can hang out in the Walkabout Waters, Kata's Kookaburra Cove, and Loggerhead Lane, where animal lovers can check out colorful tropical fish. Of course, it wouldn't be a SeaWorld park without the animals. Watch the beautiful black-and-white Commerson's dolphins as they jump and play all day long. Rest up and grab a bite at the Mango Market, Banana Beach Cookout and Waterstone Grill and stop by the specialty shops for some souvenirs and essential beach items. Park hours vary and are subject to change because of weather. The water park is open year round. Florida residents are $37.99 for adults, $31.99 for children (ages 3-9), children 2 and under are free. For all others, it's $41.99 for adults and kids. Two-park tickets to SeaWorld and Aquatica are $99.99 for adults and $91.99 for kids. Occasionally, there are ticket deals. Call 407-351-3600 or visit www.aquaticabyseaworld.com .

Blizzard Beach

1801 W. Buena Vista Blvd. - Lake Buena Vista

407-560-3400

Disney's Blizzard Beach, one of its two water parks, is a winter escape. The story behind it is a freak snowstorm melted all the snow at Blizzard Beach, and that's why there are so many waterslides. Fun fact: At Blizzard Beach, the Summit Plummet is the world's tallest freefall waterslide. Wear water shoes or flip-flops and, if you need one to store your stuff, lockers are available for rent. One ride is nearly 13 stories high with a 360-foot-long plume. You go about 50 to 60 mph. Wow! The water park features eateries, a pool bar and snack carts. Hours vary and can change because of weather. Visit http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/blizzard-beach/ .

Coco Key Water Resort

7400 International Drive - Orlando

407-351-2626

Coco Key Water Resort is a canopy-covered and outdoor water park in Orlando. The park features water slides, pools, an interactive jungle gym, a body slide and double rider slide. A children's pool is available for little ones. A 400-gallon bucket of water tips over once it gets full. Depending on the Florida heat, you may or may not want to be under it. There's a Key Quest arcade with mini bowling, Skee Ball, air hockey, water blast and more. Coco Key features a full-service bar, a restaurant and a Pizza Hut Express. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily with extended hours in the summer. Hours vary and the park is subject to close, weather-permitting. Day passes at the water resort are $14.95 for Florida residents, $19.95 for others. Sometimes, seniors and military get special discounts. Check the website for specifics. Birthday parties and gift cards are available. The Coco Key Water Resort is, of course, a hotel. Rooms there have access to the water park. Each resort package comes with 4 wristbands, according to their website. Additional wristbands can be purchased. Lifeguards are on duty at all times. Call 407-351-2626 or visit www.cocokeywaterresort.com .

Discovery Cove Orlando

6000 Discovery Cove Way - Orlando

877-434-7268

Here's where you can swim with dolphins. Discovery Cove features interplay with bottlenose dolphins, exotic birds, fish and stingrays in a tropical setting. The cove is a day resort, meaning entrance to the park includes meals, swim gear like life vests. Discovery Cove patrons can purchase 7-14 unlimited day passes for SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens. The ticket packages include day resort, trainer for a day and special occasions. Ticket prices vary, but kids under 2 get in free with a paid adult. Packages start at $199 for Florida residents. The park is open from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily, weather permitting, of course. Call 877-434-7268 or 877-557-7404 or visit www.discoverycove.com .