Schlitterbahn Honored with Awards from Amusement Park Fans Around the Globe

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas, Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts received top honors from amusement park fans across the world this weekend at the Golden Ticket Awards held in Santa Cruz, California. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels was named "Best Waterpark" for the 16th straight year, and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island was named "Best Indoor Waterpark" for the 6th straight year.

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"To have achieved both of these coveted awards in the waterpark category is a testament to the dedication of the teams in each and every park - each and every day," noted chief operating officer Terri Adams. "It is also a testament to the dedication and ongoing investment and passion of the Henry family to continue the legacy of innovative, family-oriented floating, surfing, splashing and sliding water fun for our guests."

The Golden Ticket Awards are one of the most elite awards in the amusement industry because the voting is from actual guests. Fans of every type of amusement park offering - from waterparks and rollercoasters to kiddie rides and musical shows - vote every year for the best of the best. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels and Schlitterbahn Galveston Island were the only parks in Texas to win Golden Tickets this year.

Schlitterbahn Waterparks, family owned and operated, will be celebrating the win system wide this weekend with their team and guests. For more information on Schlitterbahn's family of award winning waterparks, visit www.Schlitterbahn.com.

SOURCE Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort