Waterparks
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however unfeasible it may seem, to show us the way forward!
The target was to create a water world that contains several different areas to be discovered one after the other; several successive “wows” rather than one big setting. Each area is dedicated to a type of activity (action, discovery, calm) and has a different landscape to match (bamboo forest thrills, palm tree grove beach, kid's rainforest).
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In addition to some of our classics, we have developed new attractions and experiences inspired by nature and in keeping with the Centre Parcs’ brand values. These include: •AquaLuba, an interactive water play structure including zip wire, waterfall climbing, and other thrill attractions.
•Next generation Wild Water River. •Experience River, a sensory lazy river •A snorkelling experience, featuring a side story and interaction with living animals. •Added outdoor water play and pools. •Our signature tropical Eden Spa. •New family experiences including a ‘dive-in’ movie once a week and totally or partially opening the waterpark for nightly events.
In some cases we needed to adapt the various water attractions so that they fit better within our environment. For example the standard wave pool we are all familiar with appears too geometric, so instead we have invented the ‘lagoon’ wave pool with a different set up for the wave generators. This allows us to have lower edge walls and a more organic overall shape.
Tropical Haven
Guest comfort is crucial! So that our visitors enjoy staying in Aqua Mundo, and continue to rank it as their top attraction, we provide plenty of deck space for them to relax in this tropical haven, and we've improved the acoustics too. Special attention is given to the changing rooms, as they provide the first and last impression.
Architecture shouldn’t be forgotten either, as it also sends the message to guests that, “we treat you well”. The look we aim for is contemporary yet timeless, and the main materials are wood and glass. Because the interior is dominated by the tropical jungle atmosphere, the roof is designed to transmit as much natural light as possible to create the illusion of real sky. We now use ETFE, a transparent lightweight material that minimalises the overall structure and provides the correct light for our plants . You can see the next generation of Aqua Mundo for yourself at our Trois Forêts (‘Three Forests’) park in Moselle, eastern France, and we will continue to innovate as we open new destinations or refurbish existing ones. Integral to this will be the introduction of storylines, giving us more theming opportunities to conceal equipment such as slide towers, plus more outdoor water attractions and new interactive experiences. Let’s meet again in a few years to see how we have perfected this water world for the 21st Century!
SEPTEMBER 2012 “ Kempervenen, Netherlands Erperheide, Belgium
We want
Center Parcs guests to enter 'another world' each time they step inside Aqua Mundo. It's a tropical environment, that cannot be found elsewhere. The natural materials and tropical plants inside feel ‘authentic’
Michel Linet-Frion is creative director for the Pierre & Vacances group, which operates among other brands over 20 Center Parcs properties across France, Germany and the Benelux.
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Kempervennen, Netherlands
” Les Hauts de Bruyères, France
Trois Forêts, France 35
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