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It’s always beach season inside these climate-controlled water park hotels<\/a>. If your family’s looking to escape this winter’s chill, just slip, slide and spray your way over to one of these 5 incredibly fun water parks.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 7 National Parks experiences kids will love<\/a><\/p>\n

Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark<\/a><\/strong>: Tannersville, PA<\/a> <\/strong>
\nStandard\u00a0waterslides are just the beginning of what you’ll find at this indoor waterpark located at\u00a0Camelback Resort in the Poconos. Venus SlideTrap sends riders into complete darkness, while Storm Chaser touts itself as “North America’s longest uphill water coaster.” Then there’s Bombora FlowRider, a wave simulator that’s perfect for surfing and boogie boarding. After a day of fun in the sun\u2014the roof allows in 90 percent of the natural light from outside\u2014retire to your room and watch from the window as skiers and snowtubers brave the mountain cold.<\/p>\n

Credit Kalahari Resorts and Conventions.<\/p><\/div>\n

Kalahari Indoor Waterpark<\/a><\/strong>: Sandusky, OH<\/a> <\/strong>
\nIn summertime, roller coaster enthusiasts flock to Cedar Point amusement park. But when snow starts blowing off the coast of Lake Erie, there’s another draw to this town about 65 miles west of Cleveland<\/a>: this African-themed indoor waterpark. The\u00a0Swahili Swirl raft ride, uphill Zip Coaster and four-lane Cheetah Race slides give thrillseekers their adrenaline fix, while features like the lazy river, wave pool and\u00a0a swim-up bar are perfect for the laid-back set. When it’s time to turn in for the night, there are plenty of options; guest rooms range\u00a0from standard doubles\u00a0to suites with as many as 10 adjoined bedrooms. There are also Kalahari properties in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin; and Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n

ALSO:<\/strong> Raise the roof and earn Orbucks toward these resorts when you join Orbitz Rewards!\u00a0 <\/a><\/p>\n

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Key Lime Cove, Gurnee<\/p><\/div>\n

KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Gurnee, IL<\/a>: <\/strong>
\nThis tropical-sounding getaway is actually located about halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee. But it’s always 84 degrees inside\u2014perfect conditions for careening around the\u00a0Hurricane Vortex whirlpool ride, watching over your smallest splashers in the Lil’ Limers kiddie pool or just daydreaming about summer in the lazy river. After a day of fun, retire to your guest room decked out in tropical decor\u00a0and dream of being in the Florida Keys.<\/p>\n

Wild Waterdome Indoor Waterpark. Photo: Courtesy of Wilderness at the Smokies.<\/p><\/div>\n

Wilderness at the Smokies<\/a><\/strong>: Sevierville, TN<\/a><\/strong>
\nDuring the devastating Smoky Mountain wildfires\u00a0of 2016, this resort served as a donation hub and housed many rescue workers, and the resort remains a bright spot in Greater Gatlinburg<\/a>. Pile the family into a raft for Runaway Canyon, careen down a dark tunnel on the Storm Chaser Thrill Ride or relax in the giant indoor\/outdoor hot tub. With mountain-style lodging\u00a0and two additional outdoor waterparks on the property, you’ll want to plan a return trip for when the weather heats up.<\/p>\n

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark Photo: Michael Gray\/Flickr.<\/p><\/div>\n

Fallsview Indoor Waterpark<\/a><\/strong>: Niagara Falls, ON<\/a><\/strong>
\nThis place gets props for its waterslides, play areas for kids of every age and Beach Bar where adults can enjoy a cocktail on the balcony overlooking the action below. But as the name implies, the main draw for this attraction\u00a0is actually outside. The waterpark is located\u00a0across from thundering Niagara Falls and connected to\u00a0Niagara Falls Crowne Plaza Hotel. So after a day of splashing around,\u00a0your only excuse for going outdoors will be to get an even closer look at the view.<\/p>\n

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