Atlantic City is one heck of a town – packed with casinos, restaurants, resorts, and small attractions all alongside the longest boardwalk in the world. And that’s even before you explore the sprawling beach! However, there’s one area where the place could use a boost – and that’s in family attractions. The casinos are usually adult playgrounds, but one resort owner wants to change that. In summer 2023, the Showboat Resort will become home to Island Waterpark, a huge new waterpark in New Jersey with one big difference – it’s completely indoors! That means it’ll be open all seasons of the year, turning Atlantic City into more of a vacation destination for the whole family. Construction is underway at the Showboat, and opening day this summer is sure to be an Atlantic City day to remember.
The sprawling Showboat Hotel has undergone a lot of changes, but nothing like what’s coming.
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Originally a full casino resort, it now has a thriving gaming scene - but has been pivoting to become more of a family resort.
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The Lucky Snake Arcade, featuring video games, prize games, and go-karting, was a big step in that direction.
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However, work is underway on the biggest expansion yet - the Island Waterpark complex, an indoor all-seasons family destination.
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Concept art shows an indoor wave pool, offering both thrills for surfers and a cozy beach in the winter.
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The waterpark will also feature an old-fashioned boardwalk full of games and snacks - only feet away from the real thing!
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The entire complex will be enclosed in glass - with some massive waterslides peeking outside, and it all opens this summer at the Showboat!
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Are you excited to visit this new waterpark in New Jersey when it opens? Tell us about your favorite activities in Atlantic City in the comments section in the meantime! If you want to keep up on all the news, make sure to follow the official Facebook page of Showboat Atlantic City, and check out Island Waterpark’s official website for more sneak previews. And while you’re in town, there’s a lot to do on the world’s longest boardwalk!
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Address: Showboat Atlantic City, 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA
