![]() Nineteen! That’s not counting the unique dining experiences available inside the SoundWaves water park. It’s not easy to describe the scale of this resort hotel in a way that accurately portrays its massive size, but here’s a number that may help paint a picture for you: Gaylord Opryland Resort has 19 different restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. But last December, the resort added a whole new reason for families to visit: America’s first upscale indoor-outdoor water park, called SoundWaves, a sprawling four-acre, three-level playground filled with one-of-a-kind water experiences. TolkienĬentrally located within walking distance of Nashville’s most famous attractions-like the Grand Ole Opry and Madame Tussauds Nashville-and just a 10-minute shuttle ride from the airport, the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center has long been a luxury destination in Music City. ![]() Travel Motto: "Not all those who wander are lost." -J.R.R. Failing that, visiting as many of the already-discovered ancient ruins as possible." Ultimate Bucket List Experience: "Being the first to discover an ancient lost city. It's small, lightweight, and works wonders on loosening up tight muscles." The Handy Item I Always Pack: "A lacrosse ball. ![]() His travel photography can be seen in Britain and Ireland's Best Wild Places, published by Penguin UK. In addition to SmarterTravel, he has written for USA Today, The Boston Globe, Yahoo! Travel, The Huffington Post, Airfarewatchdog, TripAdvisor, Jetsetter, ABC News, Oyster, and Business Insider. Josh joined SmarterTravel in 2001, and is an active member in both the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). His life goals haven't changed much since he was a kid: He still wants to be Indiana Jones when he grows up.įollow him on Twitter ( and Instagram ( and visit his website ( ) or Goodreads page to learn more about his forthcoming novel. Josh Roberts believes the best trips involve long hikes and muddy boots.
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