On June 20, 1976 Disney’s original water wonderland opened to the public. River Country, at the intersection of Bay Lake, Cypress Point, and Fort Wilderness, was a dream come true for every child who ever swam in a river.

Pictures and descriptions of some great spots to chill in Blizzard Beach.

Madison, our intrepid 10 year old reporter is back again to share her experiences of the Walt Disney World Resort as only she can. Today, as the weather is heating up, she takes us to Typhoon Lagoon, one of two sensational Disney World water parks.

Great old picture of Dick Nunis going down a River Country slide while it's still under construction. I have trouble visualizing Eisner doing this.

Following the path it's sister park Aquatica took with combining rides and sea life, SeaWorld's latest attraction made it's official splash on the theme park industry today. Manta, the intense combination roller coaster and aquarium is now open. The coaster, a giant purple manta shaped train with a 12 foot wingspan, is very fast offering breathtaking loops, turns and stunning aquatic displays.