
More recently, the GateKeeper scooped up seven world records when it opened in 2013, including the “longest drop on a wing coaster.” The park’s Millennium Force roller coaster set records as the tallest and fastest in the world when it was introduced in 2000. Cedar Point, open May through October, is one of the oldest amusement parks in the United States and a must-do for thrill seekers. It’s a family-friendly destination with a slew of theme parks and scenic coastal islands. The town of Sandusky lies on the shores of Lake Erie, about midway between Cleveland and Toledo. Sandusky, Ohio: Family-Friendly Town with Amusement Parks Along Lake Erie Safari Adventures Animal Park: Get up close and personal with giraffes, kangaroos, and other animals.Where to relax: Spa Kalahari specializes in rejuvenating massages and body treatments.Family activities: When you’re not at the water park, you can play black-light mini golf and mini bowling.Nine onsite dining options: Try tropical cocktails and casual fare at Ivory Coast Restaurant or pick out toppings at Pizza Pub.Included in your stay: a $100 credit at Big Game Room Arcade, which has video and redemption games.

You could spend all day working your way through the various slides and splash zones rides range from high-banked, high-speed turns on the Zip Coaster to the “whirling vortex of fun” at the Tanzanian Twister. About This Deal Hotel at a Glance: Kalahari Resortsīoasting more than 15 water rides and attractions spread across 173,000 square feet of aquatic fun, the indoor water park at Kalahari Resorts is among America’s largest.
