Water world: waterparks are reaching new heights in popularity

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There was an increase of over 6 million visitors to waterparks in 1995 and there are many new parks being developed in such places as Korea, Brazil, China and Thailand, along with the Near, Middle and Far East. Waterparks are viewed as an element in a complex which could include resort hotels, retail centres, residential developments and cinemas. Some believe that future cities will be planned to incorporate such attractions alongside other familiar institutions.

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The new wave: the popularity of waterparks is now spreading to Asia and South America

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Many new waterpark attractions are planned in Latin America, Asia and North America. In Latin America, waterparks are planed in Chile, Mexico and Paraguay and there are 10 under construction in Brazil. Shopping mall rooftop waterparks are popular in Bangkok, Thailand, and in Bali, Indonesia, a Waterbom park is designed specifically for the adult tourist market.

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Pooling power

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Waterparks are continuing to evolve, with resorts capitalizing on their continuing appeal. Family waterplay can be found in community centres, residential developments and resort hotels catering for all tastes. New waterpark resorts are increasingly sophisticated and can command high room and occupancy rates, even in off-season months.

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