Water Parks MENA

Exciting times ahead for the water park industry in Africa! The IAAPA and African Association of Visitor Experiences and Attractions (AAVEA) Summit is set to take place tomorrow at the iconic Sun City Resorts, home to the legendary Valley of Waves Waterpark. This wave pool has long been a favorite, showcasing how water attractions can thrive on the continent. With a growing number of water parks across Africa, from destination resorts to urban getaways, the region is becoming a rising player in the global attractions industry. It will be exciting to see how this conference helps to bring together the region's industry leaders! 📹 video credit: Sun City Resort #IAAPA #AAVEA #AfricaSummit2024 #WaterParks #ValleyOfWaves #SunCityResort #AttractionsIndustry

Hotel water parks, like Jungle Bay at the Westin and Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark, are redefining guest experiences by offering world-class aquatic fun right at the resort. Today we'd like to give a big shout-out to the lifeguard team at Jungle Bay, whose hard work and vigilance keep guests safe while ensuring they enjoy all the thrills and relaxation the park has to offer, seamlessly combining adventure with resort luxury. As these hotel water parks continue to rise in popularity, the role of skilled and attentive lifeguards becomes even more vital. Read more about Jungle Bay Waterpark at: https://lnkd.in/gz6uh7EN #Lifeguards #Hotels #Hospitality #safety

Part of Emaar’s mixed-use development on Egypt’s North Coast, Marassi Water World has quickly become a key attraction within the larger Marassi community. Offering a wide range of experiences, the park includes high-thrill drop slides, a surf simulator, family raft rides, and a play structure and splash pad for younger children, making it popular with locals and tourists. The addition of Marassi Water World brings even more value to the development, providing leisure activities alongside luxury living. With its prime location and excellent facilities, Marassi sets a new standard for mixed-use developments in the region, attracting visitors for more than just a day at the water park, but for a full lifestyle experience. Read more about the water park at: https://lnkd.in/eNuBgPqs #waterparks #Egypt #spotlight #mixedusedevelopment

Creativity takes on an even bigger scale at MOTIONGATE™ Dubai with the Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs: River Expedition! Located in the Columbia Pictures section, this immersive River Raft Ride invites guests on an adventure led by Flint Lockwood, navigating through a world of giant food creations like super-sized hotdogs and hamburgers. WhiteWater’s engineering elevates the experience with thrilling rapids, peaceful pools, dark tunnels, and waterfalls, creating a movie-inspired journey that’s fun for all ages. Learn more about how you can unleash your creativity and join the collective at: https://lnkd.in/eUZCvy3a #creativity #theming #futureisyourstocreate

The highly anticipated Yas Waterworld™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi expansion is over 50% complete! Slated to open in 2025, this addition will boost guest capacity by 20% and introduce 18 exciting new rides and attractions, bringing the park’s total to over 70 thrilling experiences. #waterparks #waterslides #MiddleEast #UAE

Chris Perry, of Qiddiya | القدية Investment Company, has been named 2nd Vice Chair for 2025 and will chair the IAAPA Global Board in 2027. His appointment reflects the Middle East’s growing influence in the global entertainment industry. During their meeting in Amsterdam this week, the IAAPA board of directors elected six new members for 2025. The selection process involved reviewing 35 applications for the open positions, with a focus on industry experience, professional expertise, IAAPA volunteer work, and the skills needed to advance the association’s strategic goals. Congratulations to the new faces on the board. Read more about them at: https://lnkd.in/dGsNCuFs #IAAPA #Board #themedentertainment #Leadership #EntertainmentIndustry #Qiddiya #MiddleEast

A year ago, Ashan Fonseka and the Mana Bay Waterpark team became the first certified lifeguards and the first International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP) instructors in Bangladesh. This program is known for its technical rigor, but their dedication has paid off. During a recent audit by SST, the team received an "exceeds" rating for their performance. This is a testament to their commitment to safety and excellence, making Mana Bay a standout in the region's waterpark safety standards. Congratulations to the Mana Bay team! Read more about the water park at: https://lnkd.in/dFCTqNkr #safety #waterparks #bangladesh #MiddleEastandIndia

If you’re passionate about aquatics and looking for a new opportunity, consider applying for a role at Aquarabia Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia or Grand Hyatt Dubai in the UAE. With water park openings on the horizon, these two exciting developments are searching for talented individuals to help bring their aquatic attractions to life! Apply now at: Grand Hyatt Dubai - https://bit.ly/3BwmNz6 Aquarabia Qiddiya City - https://bit.ly/3BwmNiA Join a growing industry that offers a chance to create unforgettable guest experiences by applying at one of the links above. #WaterParks #AquaticsCareers #AquaticsJobs #lifeguards

Congratulations to Meryal Waterpark and WhiteWater for winning Best Product Innovation & Best Water Park Experience for the Icon Tower at last week's Park World Excellence Awards! This recognition is a testament to the incredible vision and hard work behind creating the world’s tallest water slide tower, which continues to set new standards for excitement and innovation in the industry. Read about the entire water park (which also took home Best Waterpark at the awards) at: https://bit.ly/4eiVUNz #WaterParkInnovation #GuestExperience #middleeast #waterparks #leisureindustry

WhiteWater and Falcon's Creative Group have teamed up to bring Aquarabia Qiddiya City to life! In an exciting presentation at IAAPA Europe, the teams shared insights on the creative process behind this groundbreaking water park and highlighted what they’re most excited about for the upcoming development. With Aquarabia set to become a major attraction in the region, we can't wait to see how this collaboration transforms the future of water entertainment in Saudi Arabia. #Aquarabia #QiddiyaCity #WaterParks #SaudiArabia Michael Rigby Joe Schaefer Kenneth Campbell