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Enchanted Forest ready to make a splash in 2023

by Christopher Malone

It's certainly a sign of summer when Enchanted Forest Water Safari makes its seasonal opening announcement. New York state's largest water theme park in Old Forge will officially open its gates Wednesday, June 14, as summer approaches.

Families can get their fill of games, exciting rides, fairytale-themed attractions, and live entertainment. This year, visitors can also enjoy the twice-daily family circus show. The Royal Hanneford Circus acts include an aerial web, a tops act, a motorcycle on the high wire, and the giant wheel of destiny.

For those looking for extra rest and relaxation, cabana rentals are available to reserve in advance and can be done online. Each cabana rental includes a table, chairs and lounge chairs, bottled water in a souvenir bucket, and a lockable storage cabinet. For those looking for full-service, premium cabana rentals have a cabana attendant on-site to deliver food and beverage, plus it includes a $20 service credit.

Water Safari Resort’s Stay ‘N Play packages feature discounted lodging at the nearby Old Forge Camping Resort (cottages excluded) or the Water’s Edge Inn from Sunday through Thursday nights. Packages include discounted tickets to Enchanted Forest.

Enchanted Forest says the weather this summer is predicted to be “scorching dry,” while referencing the 2023 Farmer’s Almanac, making having fun at a water park very convenient.

Water Safari Resort is still actively hiring team members for the 2023 season in several departments . On-site housing is available for certain positions and for those 18 years of age and older.

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We have had guests rent them everyday with no problems. Please give us a call at 315-369-6145 and we can assist you.

We all had such a great time last year that it was easy to organize extended family for a return visit (actually my first look was in the 1950's.) If you have a large family group I recommend arriving early enough to get set up and settled in as a "base camp" helps in the big park. The lines for the most popular water rides are not long early in the day. The restrooms and grounds are very clean. The lifeguards are very attentive and it's obvious that the park is risk management oriented. Whether wheeling an infant in a stroller through the storybook forest or joining your teenagers on a dousing ride it's all good fun and well managed. Take time to explore the whole park and try all the rides.

Thank you for the five star review! We are proud to have been serving you and your family for many years!

Visited the park for the day. Hadn't been there in 13 Years. But still amazes me. Great Family Adventure ;)

Thank you for your recent visit and your five star review! Come back and visit us again soon!

We had fun here. Just wished there were more dry rides but, the kids had a lot of fun, that's what mattered. The circus act was okay. The water rides were refreshing, something for everyone.

Thank you for your review! Hope to see you again soon!

Bring your own drinking water because it cost $3 for a 20 oz bottle, but other than that awesome!!! Something for the entire family. Wet rides and dry rides. Many classic children's stories to see.

Thank you for your visit and your review! We look forward to serving you again soon!

Within walking distance of the Forge Motel and other place to stay in Old Forge. Safe and clean. Fun for the whole family.

Thank you for your five star review! We pride ourselves in safe, clean, family fun for everyone! Hope to see you again soon!

Cabana Rental

Ready to elevate your mini-vacation? Treat yourself to a cabana rental at Zoombezi Bay, and unwind in style!

Zoombezi Bay offers a total of 42 cabanas with options for the entire family.

• Baboon Lagoon offers the perfect environment for younger children looking to be close to the action, while adults or families with older children can make a splash with cabanas at the Wild Tides Wave Pool. 
• Looking for a more relaxing atmosphere? Check out our Croctail Creek cabanas near our adults-only lazy river, across from Baboon Lagoon.

Check out the options below! Prices will change to reflect pre-season, regular, and peak season days and will be displayed during checkout.

Reserve Your Cabana

Jack Hanna Party Cabana

Located near Baboon Lagoon, the party cabana includes:

• Your own shaded cabana with additional space to host up to 10 guests
• Four chaise loungers
• Two dining tables and eight chairs
• Pin-code safe for securing your small belongings, such as wallets and cell phones
• Mini fridge with six free bottles of Aquafina
• Food and delivery service with mobile ordering

Deluxe Cabanas

Located near Otter Banks and Croctail Creek, each deluxe cabana includes:

• Your own 15'x18' shaded cabana with additional space to host up to 10 guests
• Food and beverage service with mobile ordering

Standard Cabanas

Located throughout the park, each standard cabana includes:

• Your own private 12'x12' shaded cabana for up to six guests
• Three chaise loungers
• Dining table and four chairs

Value Cabanas

Located on the back side of Baboon Lagoon, each value cabana includes: 

• Mini fridge to keep your beverages cold
• NOTE: Value Cabanas do not include food and beverage delivery service.

Reserve Your Cabana  

Cabana Policies

Check-in begins at Zoombezi Bay Guest Relations at 10:30 a.m.  (10:00 a.m. for Season Pass Holders on Early Entry Days).

• Reservations made using a desktop browser allow for advance selection of an individual cabana number at the time of reservation.
• Reservations made using a mobile device will have cabana numbers assigned within your selected region on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Cabana locations are not guaranteed and may change without notice.
• Cabanas not checked in by 1 p.m. will be resold, without refund, to guests within the park on a first-come, first-served basis.
• In the event that you will arrive later than 1 p.m. on the day of your rental, please let us know by calling 614-724-3767.

Cancellations

• We will provide a full refund for cancellations made by 1:00 p.m., two days prior to your cabana reservation date.
• Any cancellations made within 48 hours of your reservation date (1:00pm EST, two days prior to your reservation date) will be subject to a $50 fee.
• To cancel a cabana reservation, please call 614-645-3400.

Rescheduling

• Guests wishing to change their reservation must contact us no later than 1:00 pm two days prior to the reservation date.
• A cancellation and refund will be issued and you may rebook for an alternate date based upon current rates and availability.
• Any changes made within 48 hours of your reservation date (1:00 pm, two days prior to the reservation date) will be subject to a $50 fee, plus any applicable changes in rate.

Cabanas are available for guest use during regular park hours. Food and beverage service ends 30 minutes prior to park close. Cabana service is not available during special event hours, including Zoombezi Bay Summer Nights and Water Park After Dark.

Cabanas are reserved separately from Zoombezi Bay admission tickets, your cabana reservation does not include admission. General admission tickets to Zoombezi Bay can be purchased on our website in advance, or peak rate tickets are available at the gate. Become a Season Pass Holder and get FREE admission all season.

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Zoombezi Bay is open rain or shine.  

We require full payment at the time of reservation, so please have your credit card ready. Your card will be charged when you click "Complete Your Order" on the confirmation page - we do not "hold" cabanas.

We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover.

You may leave food (excluding alcohol and glass containers) just outside of Zoombezi Bay's entrance at the Cooler Cove, but each guest may take into the park one small snack item (individual items limited to quart size baggie) and one 20-oz. beverage. Hard- and soft-sided coolers are not permitted inside Zoombezi Bay.

Examples of one small snack include:

• Baggie size sandwich
• Baggie full of grapes or fruit slices
• Small bag of chips (approx. 3 oz.)
• Small container of yogurt
• Individual serving of fruit snacks
• An apple, orange or banana
• One wrapped package of six small cheese/peanut butter crackers
• 20-oz. non-alcoholic beverage in plastic container

For more information about the Zoo and Zoombezi Bay's bag policy, please see the Bag and Cooler policy listed below. Your park admission will allow you to exit the park to enjoy your packed meal at the Cooler Cove and re-enter when you finish. Guests may call (614) 645-3400 if they have special dietary needs, food allergies, or are bringing an infant to the park. Staff can provide additional information on food options. 

To help ensure that all guests enjoy a safe experience during their visit:

• All bags and coolers are subject to search and only authorized bags will be permitted inside the gates at Zoombezi Bay.
• Any cooler that is hard or soft-sided is not permitted inside the gates at Zoombezi Bay. Coolers or items not meeting the requirements must be left in a designated cooler storage area or stored in personal vehicles.
• Designated cooler storage areas are located in close proximity to each entrance of Zoombezi Bay.
• Coolers left outside of designated cooler storage areas will be relocated to the nearest cooler storage location.
• Guests may access their items throughout the day by receiving a handstamp upon exiting.
• Medical exceptions to this policy must be made in advance. 
• Outside alcoholic beverages
• Glass bottles, glass containers or similar items
• Grills or any open flame
• Personal beach or lawn chairs

*A complete listing of park policies is available at Zoombezi Bay Guest Relations.

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Enchanted Forest opens for season next week

OLD FORGE — New York’s largest water theme park, Enchanted Forest Water Safari, opens for the 2023 season on Wednesday, June 14.

Visitors this year can enjoy the twice-daily family circus show featuring acts from the Royal Hanneford Circus including aerial web, a clown, a tops act, motorcycle on the high wire and the giant wheel of destiny. Cabana rentals are now available for guests to reserve online for the 2023 season.

Water Safari Resort is still actively hiring team members for the 2023 season in departments such as reservations, park admissions, water rides, lifeguards, housekeeping, food service and more. Team member housing is available on-site for certain positions for those 18 years of age and older. Applicants can apply on the website at www.watersafari.com/jobs.

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Relax in luxury and style, enjoying the day your way. You can lounge in the sun or retreat to your furnished, shaded oasis—complete with personal electronics and refreshments.

Disney’s signature attention-to-detail sets the standard for the ultimate in poolside pampering. So treat yourself, friends and family to this unforgettable vacation experience.

Cabanas are available for full day rentals. Cabanas at Disney's Contemporary Resort and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa —as well as those shared by Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort —are available to Guests of those Resorts only.

To reserve a cabana, please call (407) WDW-PLAY or (407) 939-7529. Private dining is also available at an additional cost. Guests under age 18 must have parent or guardian permission to call.

Cabana Amenities

Disney's Contemporary Resort

• Padded furniture, including chairs and couch
• Ceiling fan
• Bluetooth® speaker
• Television with cable service
• Phone for internal Resort calls
• Mini refrigerator stocked with complimentary sodas and water

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

• Dedicated Cast Member providing service to the cabanas
• 2 padded lounge chairs
• Padded sectional couch
• Smart TV with cable service
• Fruit basket (may not be available without advance reservation)
• Snack basket (may not be available without advance reservation)
• Plush towels

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and Beach Club Resort

• Cocktail service
• Television with cable access
• Charging outlet/USB
• Cabinet safe

Know Before You Go

• Advance reservations are highly recommended as cabanas book quickly.
• Availability of amenities may change without notice. Check with the Resort hotel at time of booking to confirm what will be provided.
• Cabanas at Disney's Contemporary Resort and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa can only be booked by Guests of each Resort hotel.
• Cabanas shared by Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Disney’s Yacht Club Resort can only be booked by Guests of either Resort hotel.
• A MagicBand or Key to the World Card is required at Resort hotel cabana check-in.
• One Guest in the party must be at least 18 years old.
• Guests who need to cancel cabana reservations must provide 24-hour notice. The full price of your reservation will be charged in the event of no-shows or same-day cancellations.
• Rentals may be cancelled by the Resort hotel due to inclement weather. Guests will not be charged in this case.

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TOP-11 Moscow Parks to Visit

I have chosen the best 11 Moscow parks to visit and spend a beautiful time for you. Do not miss and choose one that you like the most – cycling, festivals, flowers, panoramic views and many other things are waiting for you!

Gorky Park (The Central Park of Culture and Leisure) – The main one of the Moscow Parks

In my opinion this park could be called the main park of the city. Why? Because of its huge territory, the central location and the amount of people visiting the park daily.  It was founded in 1928 and in 2011 it was totally reconstructed. Now it pleases visitors with modern objects and soft green lawns.

• Oktybrskaya or Park Kultuty metro station, Krimsky Val, 9

The Gorky park is a the right choice for everyone! The youth will like a free WiFi, bicycles, skateboards and other rentals; the couples will enjoy spending time near the river, watching a sunset; parents will appreciate colorful playgrounds and a room for mother and child. Everyone can find something for themselves: from yoga classes  to watching movies in a cozy summer cinema, from dance classes to volleyball playground. Gorky Park is also the venue for all kinds of exhibitions, festivals, events for children and adults. During the winter there is one of the biggest skating rinks in the park.

Museon Art Park – A Second Gorky they say

“Museon” is located on the opposite side of Krimsky Val street. And right now some people believe that Gorky and Museon together is a one space sharing the same beauty.

• Oktybrskaya or Park Kultuty metro station, Krimsky Val, 2

The Park of Arts was named this way because there is the largest composition of open-air sculptures in Russia. In its territory there are already more than 1000 unique exhibits: from monuments of the socialist realism era to various kinds of contemporary art. But this is not all the attractions of the park. In recent years, “Museon” has become an important cultural site of the city. The park regularly hold many different concerts, festivals, educational projects in the field of art and design. There is a Central House of the Artist, a comfortable summer cinema and other attractions on territory. Be sure to stroll pedestrian Crimean embankment, which looks like a modern park.

Neskuchny Garden – True Russian Nature is Here

Neskuchny garden is located on the right bank of the Moscow River. Today it is also seen as a part of the Gorky Park. This landscape park is one of the oldest in the city and is protected by the state. Its name was received from the Neskuchnoye Estate of  Prince Trubetskoi which is still located in the park.

• Leninsky Prospekt metro station, Leninsky Prospect, 30

This park is famous mostly for its location close to the Gorky park. It is a quite place with true nature, lots of trees and squirrels and also ancient architecture. As in every park, there are sports and playgrounds, cafes and even a football field.

Zaryadye Park – 5 Steps Away From The Red Square

The area of this brand new park was opened only in September 2017 and located in the very heart of Moscow – right near the Red Square.

• Open from 10AM to 10PM
• Teatralnaya, Okhotnyi ryad, Ploschad Revolutsii

The park has 4 zones, each of them represent different parts of Russian landscapes. Above the river there is a floating bridge from where you get to see one of the best panoramic views on Moscow. Other attractions of the park are 5D cinema where you can take a flight above Moscow, few cafes and restaurants, pretty lakes with fishes and old preserved churches. In addition there is still being built a  philharmonic hall, covered with a huge dome and an Ice cage where the temperature will always stay below zero degrees.

When you are on the Red Square do not miss it!

All-Russia Exhibition Center (VDNKh) – The Soviet Style Moscow Park

Park VDNKh – one of the most famous parks in Moscow. This park is one of the sights of the city as it hasn’t changed much since the Soviet era.

• VDNKh metro station, Prospect Mira, 119

The symbol of VDNKh is a fountain with 16 women symbolizing the friendship of the nations of the USSR. Around this fountain there are all the pavilions representing 16 republics. Now inside the pavilions you find various shops, cafes and exhibitions. If you go deep inside the park you will find a rocket Vostok and and an aircraft. What is funny the inside of the aircraft there is actually a photo exhibition. Near the northern entrance you there is a famous sculpture “Worker and Kolkhoz Woman”. It is extremely famous among Russians as all the movies by Mosfilm corporation used to start with the picture of this statue. But if you go further inside the park you will reach a very calm area. A lake is there, forest and birds singing. Since the park occupies a large area I suggest you to rent a bicycle.

Sokolniki Park – A Place For A Hunt Or For Leisure?

The park got its name because of the royal falconry, which took place there in the past when there was a dense forest. (Sokol means a falcon.) In 2011 it was significantly transformed: updated lawns, landscaped ponds and picnic areas, restored summer cinema and theater, a large rose garden, sports grounds, bicycle paths and other things.

• Sokolniki metro station, Sokolnichesky Val, 1, p. 1

From the main entrance along the alley you can walk to the Sokolniki circle, where 8 alleys form 9 sectors, in each of them you will find trees of the same breed.  The park is famous for its rosary, as well as flower decoration. On the territory of the park there are concert halls, a library, amusement zone, dances zone and many many other attractions. In winter the park has a skating rink (a free of charge one) and ski runs. During the warm season you can rent a bicycle.

Tsaritsino Park – A Different World Inside Moscow

Here you can walk for hours, admiring the most beautiful nature and magnificent architecture.

• Open from 6AM to 12AM
• Tsaritsyno metro station, Dolsky, 1

The most amazing part of the park is the lake with a light and musical fountain. Every evening the fountain starts the show. Lights and music combined make you feel like you are not in Moscow but in a fairy tale. The park is also well equipped for sports lovers and healthy lifestyle. There are volleyball and basketball courts, a tennis court, sports facilities for acrobatics, bodybuilding equipment.

What I personally like about this park is the atmosphere. This place is actually far from the city center but I love going there anyway. Whenever I go there I feel like I left Moscow with all its hectic lifestyle. It is the place where I relax, enjoy myself or a company of my friends and feel kind of different. By the way totally suggested for a date!

Kolomenskoye Park – Combination Of Reserve and Architecture

The Kolomenskoye park is actually a Museum-Reserve. It is a former residence of Russian tsars and one of the most scenic places in Moscow.

• May to September – open from 8AM to 12AM, October to April – from 8AM to 9PM
• Kolomenskoye metro station, Andropov Ave, 39

 Alike with Tsaritsino park Kolomenskoye park has its own special atmosphere with all the architecture, trees, ponds and even a river bank. The park regularly hosts various folk festivals and different fairs. In summer time you can play with kites or rent a bicycle and ride around the huge area of the park.

I love the view that you get on the city from one of the hills near the river. I love the apple trees alleys and the beautiful churches. It is also a bit far from the city center but yet worth going there. One of my best friends even celebrated her wedding there.

Aptekarsky Garden or Botanical garden of the Moscow State University – The Best Botanical Garden in The World

Aptekar in Russian language means a pharmacist so basically it is a pharmacist’s garden. It was founded in 1706 by Peter The Great for growing medicinal plants for the royal family. But later they moved it from under the walls of the Kremlin to the current location.

• Open from 10AM to 8PM
• Prospect Mira metro station, Prospekt Mira, 26

In the botanical garden there are no attractions and noisy crowds of tourists. The area of the garden is not as big as any other park in Moscow. And the entrance is not free. But this exactly what makes this park one of the most comfortable in the city. In the Aptekarsky garden they grow thousands of different plants, flowers and trees. Some of the trees are more than 300 years old. They held different festivals there: flowers festivals, sand and ice sculptures expositions.

For me it is one of the most beautiful parks not only in Moscow but in the world. I have never seen so many different flowers and plants anywhere else. And trust me I am a real park lover. And what is more the staff really takes care about every single tree or plant there, some of the trees have names and stories. I love it there and I think the price is really worth what you get.

Victory Park – A Park That Makes Us Remember The War

The park is located on the Poklonnaya Hill and it has one of the world’s largest memorial complexes dedicated to the World War II. The park was opened for the 50th anniversary of the Victory on May 9, 1995. It is also one of the main venues in the city for holding a variety of mass events.

• Park Pobedy metro station, Brothers Fonchenko, 7

On the main avenue of the park there are with 1418 fountains – exactly as long as the war lasted. Fountains make five water terraces, symbolizing five years of military operations. And in the center of the park there is the Museum of the Great Patriotic War. If you are interested in the history of the war do not miss it. The Poklonnaya Hill is a part of the park and from the hill you get one of the best views on the city of Moscow. And I could say this is the best place for watching the fireworks during the mass celebrations. But be aware it gets too crowded then. As in most of the other big parks you can rent a bicycle or rollers there.

Izmailovsky Park – A Mix of a Big Forest and Attractions

Izmaylovsky Park occupies a huge green territory, making up a large part of the Izmailovo district. The park consists of two parts: Izmaylovsky Park of Culture and Rest and the forest park of Izmailovo. First part is full of attractions and restaurants while the second one is like a real forest with pine trees, birch groves, beautiful clearings and ponds.

• Izmaylovskaya, Shosse Entuziastov or Partizanskaya metro stations, Izmaylovsky Park

It is easy to spend there a whole day. A large landscaped area and a lot of various entertainments for children and adults will help you not to get bored. An observation wheel, a boat station, children’s playgrounds, a dance floor, sports grounds, a skate park – all this is only a small part of the possible leisure activities. In the park there are bike paths and a rental services.

I don’t go there often to be honest. But the park is very very close whenever to a souvenir market on Partizanskaya metro station. And whenever the weather is nice and I have enough of free time I stroll through the alleys of the park and enjoy the nature. So if you are going to the souvenir market too and you have enough free time then do go to the park too.

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Yes, sure 🙂 This is my top list 🙂

Yes, sure. These are my favorites!

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