Europe's Best Theme Parks

While Orlando in Florida may have established itself asLegoland Windsor, you'll still find plenty of new
the world's theme park capital, that doesn't meanexperiences at Billund, the original and best park, home
thrill-seekers in Europe need to feel left out of theto more pirate-themed attractions and play areas than
action, especially as some of the world's best familyyou can wave a cutlass at.
days out can be found across the continent.From something old to something new and improved,
For fun in the sun, families looking for wet and wildWalibi in Belgium hit the headlines for all the wrong
action can head to Siam Park in Tenerife, whichreasons when its innovative ride Vertigo - a cross
proudly boasts of being Europe's biggest water park.between a rollercoaster and a ski lift - broke down
As well as providing plenty of opportunities to swimduring early tests. But the ride is now up and running,
and relax by the beach sipping cocktails, the park hashelping put this Belgian park on the map for family
all the high-octane rides young guests will be expecting,holidays in Europe.
including the terrifying Tower of Power ride whichEurope's biggest country shouldn't be overlooked in the
culminates in a 92 foot (28 metre) drop into a pooltheme park stakes either, and Germany more than
surrounded by alligators.holds its own with destinations such as Europa-Park.
A more traditional, but by no means less exciting dayWith as many high-speed rides to entertain
out can be had by all at Disneyland Resort Paris.motor-loving dads as their kids, Europa-Park is a great
Formerly Euro Disney, the once-derided park has longday out for all the family, that's sure to see many
overcome its teething troubles to become one of theeager visitors taking advantage of cheap Germany
premier family destinations in the Paris area, featuringcalls to find the best deals on family tickets.
big-budget rides such as the Twilight Zone Tower ofNever one to be outdone, England has its fair share of
Terror that will stun attendees with its fabulous specialgreat theme parks too, wherever you're heading in the
effects.country - from Thorpe Park and Chessington World of
It's not all about white-knuckle thrills, of course, andAdventures in the south to Alton Towers and Camelot
younger visitors can also enjoy a great day out byin the north.
heading to Legoland Denmark. Even if you've been to