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This $600,000 art investment is part of an ongoing brand commitment to the people, places and cultures that inspire the resorts. The resorts were inspired by a Nelson family trip to Africa more than 20 years ago, and the family traveled to South Africa, Ghana and Tanzania to hand-select 1,000 pieces of African art, sculpture, furniture and retail items for the Round Rock resort. Kalahari Resorts are authentically African themed, and the Round Rock resort features a one-of-a-kind modern African design with a local Texas spirit. Authentically-African with a Texas Spirit For reassurance, according to the CDC, proper operation, maintenance, and disinfection with chlorine and bromine should remove or inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19. The resort will also have a Wellness Concierge to monitor and communicate safety initiatives to guests. The resort is taking several steps to ensure health and safety, including associate wellness initiatives, including self-assessments and temperature checks for associates, enhanced sanitation with hospital-grade disinfectants and new operational procedures that allow for social distancing and minimized contact. Occupancy at the resort will be limited for amenities and attractions, including restaurants, in accordance with local rules and regulations. With 1.5 million square feet, Kalahari offers plenty of room for guests to spread out. The resort will adhere to all local and state public health and safety regulations, including guidelines for masks and social distancing.

Health and safety is a resort priority, and as a family-owned and operated business, Kalahari Resorts works hard to do what is best for both guests and associates.

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The new resort boasts 975 guest rooms, 30 waterslides, 20 pools and whirlpools, three acres of outdoor pools, a world-class spa and salon and 20 on-site dining options, including four signature full service restaurants, in addition to Tom Foolerys Adventure Park with thrill rides, zip lines, climbing walls, mini golf, bowling, laser tag and more. “Now more than ever, it’s essential to find safe ways to have fun, destress and create memories.” Kalahari Resorts in the Poconos was my family’s favorite getaway last year, so I’m excited to have a Kalahari Resort option closer to home,” Sparks said. “I’m a thrill-seeker for sure, and waterslides are a lot of fun. To celebrate the grand opening, Kalahari welcomed Grammy-nominated singer, actress and mom, Jordin Sparks to be one of the resort’s first guests.

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Kalahari announced in June 2016 its intention to build in Round Rock, and the City engaged in a nearly two-year public engagement process as the project and economic incentives were under consideration by the City Council. Said Mayor Craig Morgan: “We are absolutely thrilled to be able to help open this amazing resort and waterpark. We couldn’t ask for a better boost for our economy right now or for an experience that’s more fun for visitors and residents alike.” The $550 million resort brings much needed tourism dollars and hospitality jobs to the area and offers a welcome getaway for locals and travelers.” “We’re proud to be able to open the Round Rock location as scheduled despite what a challenging year it’s been for everyone.

“Everything is bigger in Texas, so it was the perfect place for our largest and most luxurious resort yet,” said Todd Nelson, owner of Kalahari Resorts and Conventions. The new resort created approximately 1,000 jobs in 2020 and expects to hire additional associates as demand grows in 2021. The Round Rock resort is Kalahari’s fourth property and the brand’s first foray into Texas and the Southwest market. The all-under-one-roof experience offers world-class dining, a luxurious spa, live entertainment, diverse shopping experiences, a thrilling indoor theme park and a state-of-the-art convention center. 12, opening for Kalahari Resorts and Conventions Round Rock, the new home of America’s Largest Indoor Waterpark Resort with 223,000 square feet of wet and wild fun. The Round Rock City Council helped celebrate the Thursday, Nov.