Buckets of Fun Promised when Georgia's LanierWorld Reopens for the 2016 Season on May 21

BUFORD, Ga. - May 13, 2016 - PRLog -- They don't call this Hotlanta for nothing! But before the summer temperatures get too unbearable, Lanier Islands flings wide the floodgates to fun on May 21 when it reopens LanierWorld for the 2016 season. The Southern lakeside resort's beach, boardwalk and waterpark entertainment district comes complete with more than a dozen waterslides and rides for kids of all ages, as well as a treasure trove of restaurants, watering holes and quick bite eateries. Set on the shores of Lake Lanier in landlocked North Georgia - just 45 minutes north of downtown, LanierWorld will soon be filled to overflowing with fun seekers and sun worshippers from Atlanta and beyond.

LanierWorld fans will be delighted to see the return of all of their old favorites, such as the ever-popular WildWaves wave pool, The Wibit Aquatic Obstacle Course, Lakeside Links Miniature Golf, Raging River, Double Down, Blackout, Typhoon, Twister, Intimidator, Triple Threat and FunDunker splash zone. They'll also be pleased to see the two newest additions to the park in 2015 return for the 2016 season: CAT4 Tube Slide and Thunderbolt Triple Zip Lines*. As in years past, the resort raises the bar a bit higher with the debut of two new changes to the LanierWorld landscape.

What's New for the 2016 Season?

The all NEW Spectacular Screen showcases one serious sound system and 50' x 80' of high definition digital awesomeness at center stage inside the park. From its perch high above Big Beach, the Spectacular Screen will showcase music videos, cartoon shorts and full-length feature films throughout the summer. Patrons of LanierWorld can boat up to the docks or gather on the sand in this lakeside homage to the drive-in theaters of yesteryear.

Battle Ball represents a completely novel experience on the beach at Sunset Cove where participants are invited to not only PLAY ball, but to BE the ball as they don one of 16 inflatable life-size sphere and attempt to run, bounce and roll their way to victory.

Daily admission to LanierWorld - with access to all of the rides and slides* from 10 a.m. to close - is $41.99** per Adult / Child over 42" tall and $30.99**per Child Under 42"/Seniors 55+. Lazy Day Admission - with access to all of the rides and slides* from 4 p.m. to close - is $30.99** per Adult / Child over 42" tall and $21.99** per Child Under 42"/Seniors 55+. Children age 2 and under are admitted to LanierWorld at NO CHARGE, as are Active Military, Police and Fire Personnel*** as the Islands' way of saying "Thanks for your service."  Fast Passes for the rides are available for $14.99/person. LanierWorld discount coupons are available at participating Dunkin Donuts, Waffle House, Publix, McDonald's, Quick Trip, Pest USA, Medieval Times and Free Chapel locations.

For added savings, Summer Adventure Passes are available for purchase - granting the pass holder unlimited access to LanierWorld all season long. For those guests who only wish to access the beach and restaurants, passes are available for $10.00 (Mon-Fri)**, $15.00 (Sat-Sun & Holidays)** and $20.00 (Holidays & Special Events after 4pm)**.  Children 6 and Under are FREE for Beach and Dining Passes. Purchasers of the Dining Pass will receive a $10 voucher to use at any one of LanierWorld's restaurants. For those guests who wish to extend their fun overnight, the Family Fun Package includes accommodations at the award-winning Legacy Lodge, breakfast buffet for four at Sidney's Restaurant and tickets to LanierWorld.

LanierWorld will be open on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. In addition to hours of fun in the sun, the Grand Opening of LanierWorld on May 21 will be celebrated with a live DJ from 3 to 7 p.m. and a Full Moon Party after dark featuring a live performance by Fly Betty Band on the Sunset Cove stage from 7 to 11 p.m. For those who miss Opening Weekend - no worries! Daily hours at LanierWorld kick off Thursday, May 26 - which marks the start of a long Memorial Day Weekend. To view the calendar of events, purchase tickets and plan your stay at Lanier Islands, summertime fun seekers are invited to visit www.lanierislands.com/lanierworld.

About Lanier Islands: Nestled on the southern-most shoreline of Lake Sidney Lanier at the foothills of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains lies the truly distinctive Lanier Islands. Situated less than 45 miles from downtown Atlanta on 1,500 pristine acres of forests, meadows and beaches, this luxury resort is quickly growing in size, scope and reputation as one of the Southeast's leading lakeside retreats. As the resort's crown jewel, Lake Lanier is one of the United States' most popular man-made lakes, encompassing 38,000 surface acres and 690 miles of shoreline in Northeast Georgia. Legacy Lodge and Legacy Villas enhance the park's broad assortment of accommodation choices and meeting sites - making it the ideal choice for corporate meetings and company retreats. Popular excursions like fun in the sun at the boardwalk-themed LanierWorld, zip lining through the trees with Lake Lanier Canopy Tours, horseback riding on a lakeside trail from the Equestrian Center, and renting a boat and ski equipment from Harbor Landing make the islands a terrific choice for families vacationing or "staycationing" in the South. Tranquility - the Spa and the picturesque 18-hole Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course are major draws for visitors looking to relax or play, and with more than 20 wedding venues to choose from, the Resort is rapidly gaining favor with brides- and grooms-to-be as a highly sought-after Destination Wedding site.

* Thunderbolt Triple Zipline available with Fast Pass purchase only.

** Plus Sales Tax

*** Free admission is for the Individual only, with valid photo ID