News & Media

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FlowRider Spotlight, Grand Opening, New Wave Alert

A Legend is Born and the Wave Comes With It

Royal Caribbean and FlowRider go back. Way back. Twenty-two ships, 26 FlowRider units across the fleet, and a partnership that’s become so woven into the Royal Caribbean experience that guests plan their…

Indoor artificial surfing wave with blue and white water, several bodyboards in the foreground, and a FlowRider sign on the structure; FlowSurf experience enhanced by windows and visible pipes in the background.

Refurbishments

Thirteen Year Later, Adventure Bay’s FlowRider Just Turned Brand New

In 2013, Adventure Bay Family Water Park got a FlowRider Double. It came in as part of a full WhiteWater West buildout, slides and all, tucked into the downtown Windsor…

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Grand Opening, FlowSurf, New Wave Alert

Redefining the Oasis: FlowSurf’s Debut at the Red Sea’s ADRENA

For decades, the Red Sea has been a destination defined by what lies beneath the surface, vibrant reefs and world-class diving. But with the emergence of ADRENA, part of Saudi…

People gather around the FlowSurf outdoor artificial wave pool set in a scenic mountain landscape with green hills, wildflowers, and distant snow-capped peaks; a ski lift and modern lodge are nearby.

Insights, FlowSurf

The Ski Resort’s Summer Problem Has a Wave-Shaped Solution

Picture a ski resort in late June. The lifts are still, the slopes are quiet, and the apres-ski bars that were packed wall to wall in February are now running…

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A person rides a FlowRider surf simulator in a backyard, surrounded by palm trees and greenery. A modern white house is on the left, and a dog stands near the rider on the artificial grass.

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An Afternoon on the FlowRider® Edge

Located within the confines of lush palms and backyard walls at an undisclosed residence in the United States, lies a…

FlowRider Edge

News

The World’s First FlowRider® Edge is Here!

For a few lucky FlowRider® fanatics around the world, there will be no more waiting in long waterpark lines, paying…

Side-by-side comparison of a blue FlowRider surf simulator highlighting ride surface refurbishment. The left (Before) shows a worn area, while the right (After) reveals a smoother finish after expert FlowRider services. A double arrow points from Before to After.

Refurbishments, News

Surf Simulators Deserve Makeovers Too

There certainly comes a time during the lifespan of a Flowrider® when it has earned its right to a little…

Four people in blue wetsuits stand by the indoor Mall Sport wave pool, reacting excitedly as a surfer falls off a FlowRider, sending waves crashing nearby.

News

Flowing on into 2021

Sayonara 2020… Has there ever been a year so widely touted as “the worst ever”? Well, we guess that’s up…

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News

Wave Check In: Hard Rock Hotel Dominican Republic

The famous hotel chain, Hard Rock Hotel, added a FlowRider® Double to their property in the Dominican Republic recently. Now…

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Others

FlowRiders Really Can Fly!

One of the greatest, and scariest moments in my working life is when a FlowRider is ready for liftoff. You…

A large crowd gathers around an indoor wave surfing simulator, where a person rides a bodyboard on artificial waves, assisted by two instructors. A big screen displays imagery and beach-themed decor surrounds the area.

Insights, News

What is the ROI on a Surf Machine?

Whether it is the click of the cash register or the swipe of a credit card, the stationary surfing venues…

People watch as children ride a simulated wave at an indoor water park. The area is busy, with colorful slides, blue seating, and a transparent arched roof letting in natural light.

News, Insights

Which Markets Are Good For Stationary Surf Simulators?

Stationary Wave systems, or endless waves, are an incredible amount of fun. Just ask the millions of patrons who ride this type of attraction…

A blue waterslide curves into a shallow pool surrounded by rocks and tropical plants. Lounge chairs and pool floats are nearby, with palm trees and greenery in the background on a sunny day.

News

Give Your Pool an Edge

In the 90s, when FlowRiders started to hit the market, you would see them mostly in waterpark settings. Fast forward…

A person surfs on an artificial wave while another stands nearby, with large white text over the image that reads KEEP CALM & FLOW ON.

News

Keep Calm & Flow On….

Hello FlowRider Friends & Family, We hope this finds you in a safe, comfortable, and healthy space. We want to…

News, Refurbishments

Grand Turk Cruise Center Gets Upgrade (MAX + Ride Surface)

FlowRider® Services Manager, Zak Tolli, has been busy and will be busy getting FlowRider venues across the world ready for…

A colorful, labeled diagram of the Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas cruise ship, highlighting amenities like pools, water slides, restaurants, adventure zones, shows, and lounging areas, with brief descriptions for each feature.

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Ready, Set, Sail!

We all have to wait a few more months, but Royal Caribbean has a new vessel on the horizon – …