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  Schlitterbahn - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Schlitterbahn is a German word for "slippery road," apparently a metaphor for a water slide.
The Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels, Texas, originally opened in 1979 with four water slides, is built along the cool spring-fed waters of the Comal River.
Schlitterbahn East is further divided into two themed areas; Surfenburg, built in 1991, and Blastenhoff, built in 1996.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Schlitterbahn   (470 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Schlitterbahn is the name used for either of three (additional info and facts about water park) water parks located in (The second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico) Texas.
Schlitterbahn is a (A person of German nationality) German word for "slippery road," apparently a metaphor for a water slide.
A third Schlitterbahn park, the Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, was originally scheduled to open in (additional info and facts about Galveston, Texas) Galveston, Texas in May 2005; but its opening has been delayed due to construction delays.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/s/sc/schlitterbahn.htm   (429 words)

  
 The Galveston County Daily News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
New Braunfels-based Schlitterbahn is slated to break ground on a 25-acre island water park in September.
Called Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark, that attraction is on 26 acres of land and has a boardwalk that stretches down to the beach.
Schlitterbahn Principal Jeff Henry said he thought at first that his operation in South Padre might steal some from the beach crowds.
www.galvnews.com /story.lasso?wcd=23489   (668 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels, Texas, with Southpoint.com
Most visitors tend to think of them together as the "original" Schlitterbahn which is built largely on one side of the Comal Valley, using the steep slope of the hill to create the settings for fantastic chute rides.
The most surprising feature of this portion of the park is that the water used in all the attractions is drawn from the surprisingly-clear Comal River itself.
Although parking for Schlitterbahn is "free", it is fairly scattered.
www.southpoint.com /states/tx/schlitterbahn/schlitterbahn.htm   (827 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark: Sea Trek Press Release   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark’s new Sea Trek Adventure brings a popular ocean resort activity to the United States for the first time.
Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark’s Sea Trek is the first to open in the continental United States.
Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark is now open daily from 10 a.m.
www.schlitterbahnbeach.com /seatrek/media.html   (336 words)

  
 The Galveston County Daily News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Henry, along with a Schlitterbahn spokesman in New Braunfels, said the water park planned for Galveston would be built and operated under the Schlitterbahn corporate umbrella.
In the past Greenberg said Schlitterbahn would have an unfair advantage over water park competitors because it plans to be located on public land at the airport instead of on private property.
The lease, which would ultimately result in a 40-year agreement with Schlitterbahn, would be based on 6 percent of the appraisal as the annual lease payment value.
www.galvnews.com /story.lasso?wcd=13358   (1471 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn - TheBestLinks.com - German language, May, Texas, United States, ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Schlitterbahn, German language, May, Texas, United States, 2001, 1970s, 1996...
In 1991, the Henrys bought another 25-acre piece of property known as Camp Warnecke and transformed it into Schlitterbahn East.
In 2001, the 15-acre Schlitterbahn Beach WaterPark opened in South Padre Island, Texas.
www.thebestlinks.com /Schlitterbahn.html   (309 words)

  
 Off the Kuff: Schlitterbahn Galveston lease signed
The Schlitterbahn and the city of Galveston have signed the deal to bring the water park there, though at the last minute it was revealed that there was another partner involved.
Sherrie Brammall, Schlitterbahn spokeswoman, declined to say how much of the $30 million cost of the park would be covered by American National.
Schlitterbahn is headed by brothers Jeff and Gary Henry.
www.offthekuff.com /mt/archives/003616.html   (805 words)

  
 Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Schlitterbahn at Epinions.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
At Schlitterbahn you can find an abundance of lockers for your valuables (lockers cost $5.00 but if you turn in the key you get $3.00 back)or if you prefer picnic tables, not all are under the shade of course so first come first ones to pick the best spots.
The lifeguards at Schlitterbahn are not only award-winning but are required to pass a number of tests before they are even hired.
(Schlitterbahn is world famous for this ride and now holds an annual competition here every spring) There's also a slide that you can travel back down to the lazy river in.
www.epinions.com /content_26971573892   (1343 words)

  
 AOL CityGuide: - San Antonio - Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort - Attraction   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Schlitterbahn, located in New Braunfels, may well be the best water park in the nation.
Schlitterbahn boasts two uphill water coasters and a plethora of water slides, tube rides and a small wave pool for the wee ones.
Schlitterbahn offers rides for the sports extremist as well as those who just want to lounge in the sun.
cityguide.aol.com /sanantonio/entertainment/venue.adp?vid=26948   (432 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Waterpark Hotels- Hotels near Schlitterbahn Waterpark
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort, located in the beautiful Hill Country town of New Braunfels, Texas, is America's #1 waterpark according to The Travel Channel!
Since opening in 1979 with four water slides, Schlitterbahn has grown into one of the world's largest waterparks with over 65 acres of family fun spread along the banks of the spring-fed Comal River.
More than 200 family resort accommodations, ranging from complete vacation homes to standard motel-style rooms, are wrapped in and around the river and the waterpark, putting all the fun just steps away.
www.destinationhotelguide.com /schlitterbahn_waterpark_hotels.html   (218 words)

  
 pitch.com | News & Features | Backwash | Water Worked | 2005-09-29   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Schlitterbahn — the name of the Texas water-park empire that wants to build one of its splashy namesake sites in KCK — is a German word that means slippery road.
That was just one of the revelations at the September 15 press conference where Schlitterbahn officials announced their plan to locate a new, $300 million water park and resort right across Interstate 435 from Great Wolf Lodge, also an indoor water park and resort.
The Schlitterbahn would be an "engine of economic success," bringing jobs as well as tourism dollars and property-tax revenue to the area.
www.pitch.com /Issues/2005-09-29/news/backwash.html   (1464 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
GALVESTON — Representatives of the world-renowned Schlitterbahn and city officials have come to terms to develop a $30 million water park on Galveston Island.
The city council on Monday is scheduled to consider approving a 20-year lease with a Schlitterbahn entity dubbed Galveston Island Water Park.
Schlitterbahn plans to build a state-of-the-art water park capable of operating 180 to 200 days a year, in both winter and summer months.
www.crystalbeach.com /Schlitterbahn.htm   (393 words)

  
 Captain's Log: Schlitterbahn
If you're wondering what Schlitterbahn is, it's an awesome water park in New Braunfels, TX.
Schlittern means to sled and bahn means way or road, which makes sense as the park has a ton of waterslides.
They even have 'e-rides.' (Quicktime movies to show you what the ride is like) Some of the highlights are the Master Blaster, the 5 time voted 'best water ride in the nation.' It's the best water ride I've ever been on.
ramk.net /archives/000058.html   (278 words)

  
 Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark at Epinions.com
Last summer, Schlitterbahn opened a totally new theme park on South Padre Island, called Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark -- a name that's quite appropriate given that the location is, in fact, on the beach.
Schlitterbahn calls it a "water coaster", and the sensation really is like a roller coaster.
Yeah, the place is smaller than the original Schlitterbahn, and yeah, it's smaller than some of the other water parks in Texas, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in intelligent design, customer friendliness, short lines, and modern, exciting attractions.
www.epinions.com /content_102237376132   (1389 words)

  
 New Braunfels: Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort - Traveler Reviews - KING OF WATERPARKS - TripAdvisor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
If you are going in a group with 15 or more purchase your tickets in advance at a group rate on line Schlitterbahn.com or call their ticket office.
Overall, our favorite part of Schlitterbahn is the older park..with endless tube chutes...larger than life swimming pools and hot tubs...beautiful scenery..and lots of shade.
Shade is a must in the brutal Texas sun in the middle of summer.
tripadvisor.com /ShowUserReviews-g56350-d106062-r1155035-Schlitterbahn...   (983 words)

  
 Ticket For Fun
a Schlitterbahn Waterpark will be one of the world’s largest tubing parks with miles of interconnected rivers and signature attractions such as the Master Blaster® uphill water coaster and Torrent River®.
Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort is the most popular summertime waterpark in the
One of Schlitterbahn’s owners, Jeff Henry, is a principal in Henry, Schooley and Associates, which is consulting on a number of major destination resort projects currently under development, including Atlantis III in
www.ticketforfun.com /schlitterbahn.htm   (825 words)

  
 ThrillNetwork.com :: Schlitterbahn Galveston Announces Plans
Henry explained that the technology is the next evolution of the award-winning Transportainment® river system introduced at Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island.
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark will also have a covered section that will allow part of the park to remain open year-round.
Fans of the original Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels will find some of their favorite rides such as a bodyboarding ride, Tidal Wave River® and Master Blaster® uphill water coaster.
www.thrillnetwork.com /stories_view.php/1035   (564 words)

  
 The Galveston County Daily News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
GALVESTON — Any news about the development of a Schlitterbahn water park on the island will have to wait at least until next week.
In fact, he said a favorable announcement could come next week after he meets face-to-face Tuesday with Schlitterbahn representatives and their attorney.
Flaum is an outside attorney retained to represent the city in the proposal, which calls for building the water park on 25 acres at the airport.
www.galvnews.com /story.lasso?wcd=14771   (207 words)

  
 Texas Monthly July 2005: Happy Trails
In 1991 a second section, Schlitterbahn East, opened, increasing the size of the park to 65 acres.
If you’ve ever been to Schlitterbahn, you know that it is nearly impossible to fit in all the rides in one day, but neither the bitter cold, nor the lack of time, could dampen our spirits.
Schlitterbahn is billed as “America’s Number One Waterpark” by the Travel Channel for good reason.
www.texasmonthly.com /preview/2005-07-01/happytrails   (565 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark: Sea Trek Frequently Asked Questions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Our primary goal is to see that you have a safe and enjoyable experience.
A Schlitterbahn Beach Sea Trek Guide is always nearby and your air supply is constantly monitored.
Having operated the largest network of underwater aquatic centers worldwide, Sub Sea Systems has set the standard for participant safety in the aquatic attraction industry.
www.schlitterbahnbeach.com /seatrek/questions.html   (423 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Water Park   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The New Braunfels waterpark is one of the largest in existence and has been rated by the Travel Channel as the best in the entire world.
Then the Henrys built their landmark German-style tower and added a couple of slides, naming the new enterprise Schlitterbahn, which means "slippery road" in German.
Schlitterbahn's rides and attractions are now found in six areas.
www.hillcountrysun.com /schlitterbahn.html   (849 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Contest Rules - KKMJ   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Employees of KKMJ, Schlitterbahn Water Park it's licensee, Infinity Broadcasting Corporation, its parent corporation, Viacom Inc., their affiliated entities, affiliated advertising agencies, participating sponsors/promotional partners, other radio stations in the Austin, Texas metropolitan area and the members of their immediate families are ineligible to participate or win.
Second Weekly Prize is a family four pack of season passes to Schlitterbahn Water Park in New Braunfels and a weekend stay at the Schlitterbahn Resort in New Braunfels.
The final Weekly Prize is a Third Weekly Prize is a family four pack of season passes to Schlitterbahn Water Park in New Braunfels, four weekend passes to Schlitterbahn in South Padre Island, 4 tickets on Southwest Airlines from Austin, Texas to South Padre Island, Texas and a weekend hotel accommodations.
www.majic.com /content/Contests/schlitterbahn_rules.htm   (1038 words)

  
 NASIOC - Just got back from a place know as Schlitterbahn!!!!!!!!
If you think Schlitterbahn is small - you missed all the park, there is the "original park" (river water) and 2 others all with in a few blocks of each other, have to take the trollies to get to them, or walk if you know where they are at.
Schlitterbahn, last I recall was still ranked the #1 water park in America by tripple A and the travel channel, it also is the largest in terms of square acres.
The drag boats in marble falls are there EVERY year, they have some crazy drag boat event there...
forums.nasioc.com /forums/showthread.php?t=612737   (457 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort Rides Tech Wave With Dell
The Dell-based network allows Schlitterbahn to keep customer ticket, food and retail sales transaction processes running efficiently, in addition to managing corporate and customer records and databases.
Now, Schlitterbahn employees use Dell Axim handhelds wirelessly networked to gather feedback from guests, which is then used to tailor future customer programs.
Last season, Schlitterbahn employees conducted 30,000 personal, paperless poolside guest surveys providing information, demographics, and opinions to fuel Schlitterbahn's customer database.
www1.us.dell.com /content/topics/global.aspx/corp/pressoffice/en/2004/2004_08_04_rr_000?c=us&l=en&s=corp   (431 words)

  
 Schlitterbahn's Shrimp Haus
The Shrimp Haus is located upstairs adjacent to Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark with spectacular views of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico.
Enter at the front, across a rustic boardwalk spanning a beautiful water garden brimming with lush, tropical water plants, then right up the stairway, or a short elevator ride, to the Shrimp Haus' front patio.
Playing classic sounds from rock n’ roll, country and hits from the last four decades, everyone is able to enjoy this live music.
www.shrimphaus.com   (235 words)

  
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Investigators were sifting through the ashes and mangled skeleton of a World War II bomber hangar Tuesday to determine what started a fire that destroyed what was to have been the middle of a $30 million Schlitterbahn water park in Galveston.
Schlitterbahn officials say they're not sure what their next move is.
Schlitterbahn is a great water park, why did someone post this anyway lol
www.coasterbuzz.com /2004-266-53651.htm   (106 words)

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