Water parks on beaches?.

[Catwoman]

I've been visiting PP 30 years almost annually and it is the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere that attracts me. It is the one place on Mallorca that I wanted to bring my kids to. They were 12 and 14 on first visit and now 26 and 28 and still want to return. It's not for the water park life!! They love the sea, sometimes a pool, and learning that you don't always have to be entertained! Perhaps I'm too old fashioned but we love just relaxing and still have sand castle competitions! Please don't let the resort become another Alcudia, after all for those that want it it is only a short journey away.

[Nick]

Originally Posted by Catwoman

I've been visiting PP 30 years almost annually and it is the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere that attracts me. It is the one place on Mallorca that I wanted to bring my kids to. They were 12 and 14 on first visit and now 26 and 28 and still want to return. It's not for the water park life!! They love the sea, sometimes a pool, and learning that you don't always have to be entertained! Perhaps I'm too old fashioned but we love just relaxing and still have sand castle competitions! Please don't let the resort become another Alcudia, after all for those that want it it is only a short journey away.

Brilliant........

[favie]

Originally Posted by Catwoman

I've been visiting PP 30 years almost annually and it is the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere that attracts me..

Please don't worry..it still is peaceful,relaxed and the most amazing place as ever. (And that is something as I have never been in August before!) I return home this Saturday, and although I come from a decent area with beach on my doorstep...I am devastated about leaving this beautiful part of the World..nothing has changed, waterpark..what waterpark? Ambience and beauty remains the same..ok kids might be enjoying the new attraction but I wasn't aware of it! Bear in mind it will only be here for the core months. Alcudia, fab that it is for many,many folk as I have said before, here, your peaceful resort Puerto Pollensa remains as peaceful as ever....please don't fret about the waterpark, honestly, it is still heaven.

[animagic21]

Favie....2 minds think as one...posted almost the same in July. Only 3 more sleeps & back in paradise....😄😄😄

[Bluebolt]

Originally Posted by Catwoman

I've been visiting PP 30 years almost annually and it is the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere that attracts me. It is the one place on Mallorca that I wanted to bring my kids to. They were 12 and 14 on first visit and now 26 and 28 and still want to return. It's not for the water park life!! They love the sea, sometimes a pool, and learning that you don't always have to be entertained! Perhaps I'm too old fashioned but we love just relaxing and still have sand castle competitions! Please don't let the resort become another Alcudia, after all for those that want it it is only a short journey away.

I'll certainly second your view, keep it natural

[animagic21]

But it's not "yours" to keep natural. Also if you haven't seen it you can't comment. Paragliding,pedaloes & buckets & spades aren't "natural" As you can all see this post is unusually getting to me! Not to worry though cos I'll be on Pine Walk soon & all will be well with the world!!������

[animagic21]

Oh....forgot to say, if that's a "waterpark" I would want my money back!!!

[Belladonna]

Calm down and have another ice cube in your drink! All will be chilled to perfection!

[sws97sdg]

Originally Posted by animagic21

Oh....forgot to say, if that's a "waterpark" I would want my money back!!!

Forget waterpark animagic, think more like the biggest inflatable beach toy you can buy from Spar, more like that!

[favie]

Originally Posted by animagic21

Favie....2 minds think as one...posted almost the same in July. Only 3 more sleeps & back in paradise....😄😄😄

Yes Animal Magic, you did and like you, I was trying to reassure folk that it hasn't changed the resort as some might have thought and in your words, I think, it's not the end of the world!
Thought my niece and nephew might have had a go but no, they were happy enjoying the pool at their villa, snorkelling in Cala San Vicente and did try one of the many other water attractions that sits nicely with the new attraction!! All good!
Lucky duck, you are on your way out, I'm on my way back, have a lovely time and hope the weather stays good for you. 10. 35pm and it's 29c on my balcony, just left the Illa d'or terrace thinking there would be a breeze but no.....hot,hot,hot.

[animagic21]

Have a safe journey back.....then start planning your return!!!

[Bootledodger]

Haven't seen it (my daughters in the port at the moment so will ask her view when she returns)....
but my view is this...why don't people who like such facilities just holiday where they already exist? the island has loads of resorts catering for such needs, but very few resorts cater for those of us who don't want such additions.
The argument that it is being well used is superfluous - if you imported the worse bar from magaluf to PP it would be frequented - but that wouldn't mean it should be in situ....an exaggerated example to illustrate the point.
The business owner who is pleased with the addition should be aware if PP trys to attract a certain cliente group - they may just lose the existing cliente group to the likes of Port de Soller

[fil6699]

Originally Posted by Bootledodger

Haven't seen it (my daughters in the port at the moment so will ask her view when she returns)....
but my view is this...why don't people who like such facilities just holiday where they already exist? the island has loads of resorts catering for such needs, but very few resorts cater for those of us who don't want such additions.
The argument that it is being well used is superfluous - if you imported the worse bar from magaluf to PP it would be frequented - but that wouldn't mean it should be in situ....an exaggerated example to illustrate the point.
The business owner who is pleased with the addition should be aware if PP trys to attract a certain cliente group - they may just lose the existing cliente group to the likes of Port de Soller

OK up to now I have stayed out of this one but I feel I need to throw my hat in. When I first heard about this I was very concerned as I did not want my PP spoiled. And as a Boat owner I am always even more concerned about what is going on in the water.
But I have to be honest and tell you I have seen it on a number of occasions now through the summer and not only does it not look bad or tacky, in my opinion it actually looks good and fits in well and appears to be well run and being used by young and old and family's. It is a great attraction that will only encourage people to return to PP. Family's can let the Children enjoy the fun while chilling with a drink at the very close Embat Bar.
So I urge you all do not Judge or imagine this to be some kind of massive fun fair attraction. it is no more intrusive than other inflatables and boats out in the water. Remember its all very well to be elitist but for the resort to survive it has to cater for many people and I think this fits in well with our tranquil PP while offering the opportunity for the young and young at heart to let of some steam and have fun in the sea in safety.
So please don't any body Judge or get worked up until you see it first hand. My guess is most will sit and have a drink watching people playing on it and thing hmmm think I may like a turn on that

[Nick]

I do have to admit that it is not as bad as you'd probably imagine and, being inflatable, can easily be removed and won't be there after the end of the season. It's also another taxable source of revenue for the port.

However, my main worry is that it may set a precedent and what will be next? If you start getting similar things then the beautiful vista will disappear.

Overall my opinion hasn't changed and my thoughts are that it's best elsewhere.

[lollipop]

We also need to remember that there are a lot of youngsters who actually live here and they too need to be occupied through much longer school holidays than exist in the UK.