Gillian's Island Water Theme Park

Whether you're after the thrilling experience of hurling yourself vertically down a rushing water slide or drifting lazily through winding turns and light and refreshing waterfalls, you can get your kicks at Gillian's Island. The Jersey Shore's premier water park offers a diverse array of water slides and an award-winning Adventure Golf Course, with something for all ages.

Children can discover a riveting world of pirates and shipwrecks while wriggling their way through forts, lighthouses, and raining palm trees at Lil Buc's Bay. Soaring up eight stories into the awe-inspiring Ocean City skyline, the Serpintine Slides are considered some of the best body slides on the East Coast. One of the park's most popular slides, Skypond Journey, takes riders through winding curves, up to the Skypond above the Lazy River, and finally down a gang slide, hurling them into the Activity Pool.

For landlubbers, Gillian's Island Adventure Golf provides an escape into a stunning jungle with hand-carved rocks, alluring waterfalls, and challenging holes. You can even live like royalty in your own private cabana. Cabana Club offers groups the opportunity to rent a 10' by 10' cabana with lounge chairs, ceiling fans, a personal server, and a private entrance that eliminates the hassle of waiting in line.

- Danielle Baldassini