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End of Summer Escape to Chula Vista Resort – #IGTravelThursday

By Jody Halsted September 5, 2013

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Last week I was able to surprise my girls with a getaway to the Chula Vista Resort in the Wisconsin Dells. All they knew was that we were going to a hotel and there would probably be a pool. So they were understandably thrilled when they saw that there were not one but two waterparks on property- one indoor and one outdoor!

We stayed just across the street from the waterparks, in a spacious golf villa. With 2 bedrooms, a living room, kitchen and bathroom, we had plenty of space to relax and be apart after a day spent together.

The outdoor waterpark as viewed from our villa.

Our afternoon after arrival was spent in the outdoor waterpark. I loved that the ‘little kid slides’ were still kinda big.  

The girls splashed for hours and were incredibly sad when we said it was time to get dinner.  Lucky for them we found the perfect place- Margarita’s Mexican Cantina. Doug & I relaxed while the girls played in the wave pool. A perfect evening!

Though we had a kitchen, our stay included a dining stipend. And who can resist a breakfast buffet? It was extensive – and included 3 types of pancakes: plain, chocolate chip and M&M.

Following breakfast we caught a ride on a Duck. This amphibious vehicle tour is a ‘must’ in the Wisconsin Dells and you can get your tickets and catch a ride right from the resort!

Bucket list item done, we were back to Chula Vista and spent the rest of the day in the water. My youngest couldn’t get enough of the lazy river. 

And my fearless one took on Switchback Canyon with her dad. 

We spent another evening at Margarita’s Mexican Cantina… hello, drinks for us and a pool for the kids. Why wouldn’t you?

And ended our visit the next morning at the buffet where the girls proved that playing in pools leaves them carb depleted.

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Family Rambling would like to thank Chula Vista Resort for hosting our stay.

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14 Comments · Filed Under: Midwest, USA, Wisconsin · Tagged With: family resorts, Fun for Kids, waterparks, Wisconsin Dells

About Jody Halsted

Jody Halsted is an award winning writer and podcaster specializing in travel, Ireland, camping, and RVing.
Based in the Midwest, Jody is a rambling soul who would love nothing more than to split her time between her RV and Ireland, but until then she ‘lives the dream’ in Iowa with her husband, two daughters, and a small menagerie of furry friends.

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  1. KatjaPresnal says

    September 5, 2013 at 10:17 am

    Looks like so much fun!

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    • iatraveler says

      September 6, 2013 at 10:47 am

      KatjaPresnal It was- even for someone who isn’t all that fond of pools and water.  Yes, that would be me…  the fun-hater!

      Reply
  2. houseofanais says

    September 5, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    Wow, two water parks. you kids must think they have the coolest mom ever for booking that vacation – it looks like a really nice place!

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    • iatraveler says

      September 6, 2013 at 10:46 am

      houseofanais Ah, my ‘coolness’ comes and goes.  Since we homeschool I am often more ‘mean’ than fun.  🙂

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  3. LisaAtGoneWithTheFamily says

    September 5, 2013 at 6:23 pm

    Sounds like a great family destination – I think my 10 year old might pass out from the excitement if I told her we were staying at a resort with two waterparks!

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    • iatraveler says

      September 6, 2013 at 10:46 am

      LisaAtGoneWithTheFamily My girls were giddy- giddy, I tell you!  They couldn’t get into their swimsuits fast enough!

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  4. Hinessightblog says

    September 5, 2013 at 9:36 pm

    I bet your kids had an absolute blast.  I love hidden gems like this. Thanks for linking up with us.

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    • iatraveler says

      September 6, 2013 at 10:45 am

      Hinessightblog It’s just amazing how much fun kids can have at a waterpark.  Thanks for reading!

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  5. perma_frosting says

    September 6, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    That morning buffet looks amazing!

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  6. SatuVW says

    September 7, 2013 at 1:38 pm

    Looks like my daughter’s dream destination, two waterparks!!! Wish we had something like that over here in Norway….

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  7. Elena Sonnino says

    September 8, 2013 at 10:05 am

    Looks like so much fun! My daughter would love the waterparks.

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  8. coucoublog says

    November 7, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    I’m so glad to find this!  And thanks to Colleen Lanin for the tip!

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  9. iatraveler says

    November 7, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    coucoublog If I can answer any questions about the Dells (because there isn’t a lot about the are in this post), please don’t hesitate to email me!  jody(at)familyrambling(dot)com.

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  10. coucoublog says

    November 8, 2013 at 11:12 am

    Thank you!  I appreciate the offer!  We go to Chicago in the winter a lot and my kids have been dying to go to the Dells.  I’m not sure when the next time will be, but I will definitely take advantage of your offer for advice 🙂

    Reply

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