Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Splash Fest (recommended in SIMPLY HER Jun 2009 Magazine)


Treat your little ones to a wet and wild time at these water-play facilities. What better way to cool down !!!
1) SPLASH CLUB
Water playgrounds are not resticted to theme parks. You'll find a varity of swimming complexs and sports recreation facilities in the heartlands. Here are towo that you just have to visit:
SENGKANG SPORTS & RECREATION CENTRE
WHERE: 57 Ancgorvale Road Tel: 6315-3576
WHAT: two teaching pools, jacuzzi and eight slides. Tumble down the tunnel slides and shield yourself from the huge water bucket as it empties a torrent of water that will have you drenched from head to toe. Also experience "rainfall" at the umbrella shower fountains.
WHEN: 8am-9.30pm (Tue to Sun), closed on every Mon except Public Holidays
HOW MUCH: S$2 (adult) S$1 (child)
JURONG EAST SWIMMING COMPLEX
WHERE: 21 Jurong East Street 31, Tel: 6565 2297
WHAT: Crazy spiral and tunnel slides. Slink down three water slides or take junior for some bubbly fun at jacuzzi. Kiddy pool with mini slides and obstacles to clim amid the water jets, and a lazy river to paddle with huge doughnut-ringed floats.
WHEN: 8am-9.30pm (Tue to Sun), closed on every Mon except Public Holidays
HOW MUCH: S$2 (adult) S$1 (child)
2) WATER THEME PARKS

If you are looking for a full day of aqua adventure, hop on down to these three attractions catered specially for water play.
RAINFOREST KIDZWORLD
WHERE: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore Zoological Gardens, Tel: 6269-3411
WHAT: Will be greeted by a huge, cheerful sign as you enter this water haven. Slides, water buckets features and a wading pool, there are also interactive spray jets that let you control where to spray. Dont miss the tugboat water feature. Should also check out the animal exhibitions and stables - with cute ponies!
WHEN: 8.30am to 6pm daily
HOW MUCH:Zoo admission prices: S$18 (adult) S$9 (child)
3) FOUNTAIN FIESTA
While they may not be themed or furnished with your usual water-play facilities, they are equiped with water-play fountains that promise a hassle-free and fun-filled time. Just bring a towel and an extra set of clothes. The best part is they are FREE !!!!
THE PLAY COURT
WHERE: Harbourfront Walk, Vivocity, tel: 6377 6860
WHAT: Play area like 3 giant basins with water pumps at the side. Right next to the dry playground, kids can hop over as Mummy watches from the sidelines.
WHEN: Daily, unless there is an event

CLARKE QUAY PLAY AREA
WHERE: Central Atrium, Clarke Quay, tel: 6337 3292
WHAT: Like Bugis Junction fountain, kids can even splash around at night. No shower facilities ard.
WHEN: Daily, unless there is an event
MARINA BARRIAGE
WHERE: 260 mARINA wAY, TEL: 6514 5959
WHAT: This water playground offers the one fo the best views of the city skyline. it is partly sheltered by a green roof, water pump facilities and sprays.
WHEN: Daily, unless there is an event

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