THEME PARKS & ATTRACTIONS ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATIONS T


here’s something magical about stepping into a theme park –


entering a fantasy world where cartoon characters roam the streets, joyful songs blare from the speakers and fairy- tale souvenirs fill the shops, so that childhood dreams come flooding back and reality gets left at the gate. And as important as the rollercoasters


are, there’s magic in every element of the theme park experience – the extravagant stage shows, the impromptu street performances and the glittering float parades, to name but a few. We’ve rounded up some of the best


to get you feeling inspired and help you sell these parks to anyone wanting to be enchanted for a few days.


 CARO Where: Efteling Why: The Netherlands’ biggest theme park isn’t just about the rides, with a plethora of shows on hand to entertain those less keen on adrenaline-seeking. Carnival-style performances, water


fountain displays and stunt shows are all on offer across its nature- themed grounds, but the newest and biggest attraction is Caro, a visually led production inspired by Efteling’s 100-year-old steam carousel. Taking place at the park’s theatre, it


features acrobats, dancers, music and various interactive elements to get the kids involved, with a visual approach that does away with language in favour of luring a more international audience. Book it: DFDS offers a five-night break at Efteling from £221 per person, for travel with a car from Newcastle to Amsterdam, based on four people sharing an en suite cabin, and including entrance to the park. dfdsseaways.co.uk/holidays/family- holidays/efteling


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