Have you ever wondered how people come up with new ideas for menu items? No? Me neither until I heard some of the hosts at Dollywood’s Splash Country talking about going to the “innovation lab” to do some food sampling in a taste kitchen. I invited myself to tag along (obviously). It sounded like [...]
I get to hang out with this fun team at Dollywood’s Splash Country. It’s a perk of the job. These folks work hard year-round to give our guests the best possible pool day memories. They love guest feedback because it helps them make plans with you in mind. What they accomplish in the off-season [...]
I always find the ‘Where are They Now?’ articles entertaining, so I’m going to update you on our Dollywood’s Splash Country team. It is December, after all. What are the hosts who work at our water park up to when the warm summer sun seems like a distant memory? Recently, I met them on [...]
Mountain Waves is a 500,000-gallon attraction smack dab in the middle of Dollywood’s Splash Country. It’s a popular spot for guests of all ages: just grab a tube and float in the rolling waves!But, have you ever wondered what creates those waves? The alarm goes off and, suddenly, you’re rocking. It’s an air compression system. [...]
*Editor's Note- This blog post was originally written July 20, 2018. Since that time, Dollywood's Splash Country lifeguards have been given 18 consecutive EXCEEDS scores. Dollywood’s Splash Country lifeguards are among the best in the industry. And I can prove it. Earlier this week, we received our 17th consecutive EXCEEDS score. Let me explain [...]
When Dollywood’s Splash Country introduced Accessibility Tubes in 2017, it enabled guests with limited mobility the opportunity to enjoy water attractions they had never been able to experience before. What a joy it was watching kids and adults float down the lazy river for the first time! For the 2018 season, our Aquatics team [...]
Guests have told us our friendly hosts are our “secret sauce” and set us apart in the theme park industry. I tend to agree. Take Mike Hall, for example. He’s worked at Dollywood’s Splash Country for 12 years and it’s obvious this retirement gig gives him great joy. He says Saturday mornings are his [...]
Swimming lessons save lives. Because of its passion for safety, Dollywood’s Splash Country once again is hosting Water Safety Day to raise awareness and is offering a discounted ticket so more guests will take advantage of this opportunity to learn. This ninth annual event includes a free 30-minute swim lesson on Thursday, June 21. [...]
I love pools and water parks. I always have. I’m part of that generation of little girls who grew up imitating Ariel from The Little Mermaid (I see all of you nodding your heads—you know what I’m talking about!). Too bad my fair skin and hair just can’t take the summer sun for very [...]
At Dollywood’s Splash Country, summertime is playtime! Children are out of school and families have the opportunity to spend more time together making memories. In celebration of the water park opening on May 19, Dollywood is offering a weeklong sale to kick off the season: purchase a two-day Dollywood ticket and upgrade to a [...]
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