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Miami is a holiday destination that people visit from all over the world. The consistently hot weather in the city is the reason for the several water parks it hosts, and many of them are located only a short distance from Miami International Airport.
Grapeland Water Park
Slides are a favorite for kids at a water park.
Grapeland Water Park opened in May 2008. It contains two pools and slides and was designed by the local artist Romero Britto. The entire water park is handicapped-accessible and there is an area for adults to relax in that provides loungers. The water park's attractions include Shipwreck Island, a large bucket that sends a shower of water over the people standing under it, and Buccaneer River Ride, a lazy river that lets the water do the work for you. All you need to do is sit on a big inflatable tube and let the water take you for a trip around the park. Qualified lifeguards on hand also provide instruction to patrons that would like to learn swim. Grapeland is less than two miles from Miami International.
Coconut Cove
A troupe dress up as pirates to entertain at Coconut Cove.
About an hour and a half from Miami International Airport, in Islamorada, is Coconut Cove. Part of the Coconut Cove Resort and Marina, the water park is caters for events and occasions such as weddings, birthdays and anniversaries. The resort and marina includes activities such as jet skiing, kite skiing, diving and snorkeling. The Coconut Cove Pirates, a troupe for people of all ages, entertain guests with their Pirate Invasions, Treasure Hunts and The Pirate Torture Wall.
Rapids Water Park
There are attractions for both children and adults at Rapids Water Park.
Approximately one hour and 30 minutes from Miami International is the thrill seeking Rapids Water Park in Riviera Beach. This park caters for people of all ages. For adults, the wild rides include Body Blaster, where you blast your way through 1000 feet of darkness, and Black Thunder, another ride in pure darkness where four people can ride at the same time. The milder attractions include Big Surf, 25,000 square feet of wave pool with waves up to six feet, and Dancing Fountains, jets of water that spray out from the ground to cool you down on a hot Miami day. There are even attractions just for kids, which makes Rapids Water Park a day out for the entire family. There are two full service snack bars for a bite to eat during your stay.
Sun Splash Family Waterpark
You can play volleyball for something different at Sun Splash.
Sun Splash Family Water Park in Cape Coral is a drive of approximately two hours and 40 minutes from Miami International, but visitors will be rewarded with the ride named Cape Fear. This is a team ride that takes you from a 30-foot-high platform through a dark tunnel, down 215 feet to a splash finish. The water park also hosts the L-Tunnel and Zoom Flume. For a bit of versatility, park guests can play volleyball or try the Lily Pad Walk, a challenging game of balance. There are also a variety of slides for children called the Pro Racers.
