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PortAventura World is an entertainment resort in Salou and Vila-seca, Tarragona, on the Costa Daurada in Catalonia, Spain.

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Barcelona Surroundings | Halloween Adventure at PortAventura & Ferrari

SofiaSofia

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Overall, our visit to PortAventura World in Salou, Spain was a magical experience full of wonder and exhilaration that the whole family enjoyed. We arrived at the park at 11am, and immediately felt the inviting, lively atmosphere that PortAventura is known for. The park was well-organized and all sections were clearly marked, making navigation effortless for both adults and children. We appreciated the easy access to park maps and helpful staff that made our journey through the park more enjoyable. Our day began with Mediterrània, a beautiful area that represents a traditional Mediterranean town. We were charmed by the quaint architecture and the gorgeous seaside ambiance. The adults enjoyed the coffee shops while the children loved the thrilling boat ride, Port de la Drassana. Next, we ventured into the Far West, an area brimming with the spirit of the Old West. The two adult males in our group particularly enjoyed the Stampida, a competitive wooden roller coaster. The young girls in our group, however, were more taken with the Penitence Train, a calmer ride suitable for their age. Polynesia was next on our list. This section was a tropical paradise with lush greenery and soothing waterfall sounds. The adult females loved the Tutuki Splash, a volcanic-themed water ride that provided a thrilling yet refreshing experience under the warm Spanish sun. The girls were entranced by the beautiful bird performances in Aves del Paraíso. We then journeyed to México. Here, the Hurakan Condor, a freefall tower ride, stole the show. It was quite the adrenaline rush for the adults. For the girls, we took them to Los Potrillos, a gentle horse ride that they thoroughly enjoyed. The authentic Mexican food we had for lunch was flavorful and satisfied our midday hunger. Our last stop was China. The breathtaking recreation of the Great Wall was truly impressive. The Dragon Khan roller coaster provided a thrilling ending for the adults' journey, with its eight inversions and high-speed turns. The girls, on the other hand, found magic in the area's tea cups ride, the Magic Fish. We wrapped up our day at around 8pm. The whole group unanimously agreed that PortAventura World was an unforgettable experience. There was a good balance of attractions catering to both thrill-seekers and those seeking a more relaxed pace. The park was clean, the food was tasty, and the staff was friendly and helpful. In conclusion, our visit to PortAventura World was a captivating adventure that brought smiles to our faces and left us with cherished memories. The seamless blend of different cultures and the variety of rides and attractions catered to our diverse group and ensured that everyone had a fantastic time. If you are visiting a hotel in salou with TUI I would recommend double checking the prices with some others, as they quoted us a higher price for this and another excursion to Barcelona zoo.

stuart gibsonstuart gibson

Because we love it so much, we went 3 times the last two years, twice during Halloween season, this last time during Christmas season. We had in general wonderful days there. Parks: the attractions, decorations and shows are in general great! We love them! Just don’t go on weekends unless you are prepared to pay for the Express passes for the whole family, same price for kids, which makes an expensive day. The busier the day is, the more the express pass costs. Go during the weekdays outside school holidays if at all possible. It’s then quite empty and one would wait 10mn at most for the top attractions and could attend any show entering right before the start. On weekends and holidays, you have to queue very long for attractions, and the Express passes won’t save you long waits for food or missing shows because they are full 30mn before they start. The decorations throughout the park for Halloween and Christmas are really amazing. The evening parades, light shows and fireworks are crazy busy, so make sure to arrive at the lake early enough to be able to see something. They are totally worth the early arrival and little wait! Food: we went to la Cantina for the lunch shows. Cooked food is not very good, salads/nachos/desserts are good. The shows and room temperature justify having lunch there in cold seasons. We also tried the poke bowls at the Tahitian corner, that was much better than La Cantina food. Staff: most are wonderful, very nice, friendly, and make you safe for the rides. A few guys are clearly tired of their job, rude and treat you like cattle, like the guy at the Tren de la mina on 20/12. Worse on that day, one guy with a beard at Uncharted was even abusive and refused my son to do the attraction while he was over the 1.30m ruler half of the times because the floor was uneven. My son who cried a lot because of that, could then go on all the other attractions with the 1.30m limit, like the Kontiki boat or Serpiente Emplumada. Give a little power to a simple guy, he will become a tyrant… Hotels: We tried two hotels, Portaventura and Gold River. While Gold River buildings make an incredible western town, the hotel rooms and main restaurant are much more basic than the Portaventura hotel. We recommend the Portaventura hotel. The breakfast/dinner buffets are the same in both hotels, very good food and variety, but the buffet restaurant in PA is much nicer with a veranda and windows, with views over fountains and pools. We definitely go back… on a week day 😁

Mala SMala S

I’m a big theme park fan, and PortAventura is one of my favourite theme parks in Europe. When the sun is shining and you’re wandering through some of their highly themed lands, very few parks can come close to it. The park truly has something for everyone, whether it’s thrill seekers or families. They also have a huge range of shows and entertainment throughout the day. One of my all-time favourite roller coasters resides at PortAventura - Shambala. This absolute beast of a ride is over 250ft high, and just a total delight to ride. Some of the standout attractions at the park include the aforementioned Shambala, the powerful launched coaster Furious Baco, Hurakan Condor, the near-400ft drop tower that will make even the biggest of thrill seekers quake, and the new for 2023 Uncharted roller coaster, which is packed full of special effects and unique elements. Some of the other attractions that aren’t roller coasters deserve a mention too. Street Mission, the Sesame Street dark ride experience is surprisingly fun, as well as the parks water rides, Grand Canyon Rapids and Silver River Flume. However, there are some rides that are showing their age when it comes to being rough. Stampida the racing wooden coasters, the launched roller coaster Furious Baco and Dragon Khan are coasters to avoid if you like a smoother roller coaster experience. The food on offer at PortAventura is not bad for a theme park, but nothing amazing either. They do offer a variety of meal deals, which can work out quite good value if you’re looking for something bigger to eat. There are also loads on-site hotels and activities, including Ferrari Land and Caribe Water Park (both ticketed separately). I would also recommend that if you want to maximise your day, take advantage of their Express Passes, letting you skip the queues. They are paid extra on top of the theme park entry, but can save you lots of time so you can enjoy the shows and other attractions on offer. The queues can be over 2 hours for the major rides, which can be a tough slog in the hot Spanish sun. Overall, PortAventura is an excellent theme park destination. A large number of their attractions are world class, and you cannot miss Shambala, it’s a truly amazing coaster. If you’re visiting for the first time you might need more than one day, as it can be busy and there is a lot to take in.

Joel PagettJoel Pagett

We booked discounted tickets for midweek access which was discounted to €19 each, we attended as two adults and a toddler (20 months old). We came knowing there wouldn’t be that much he could go on but with the discounted tickets thought it would be a nice trip out. Arrival and entry was quick and easy, no long queues or waiting around and having the app really helped navigate our way around. The park was clean and tidy, plenty of bins around and saw staff cleaning throughout the day. Staff in the shops were very friendly and at the rides however the ones we encountered in the two quick service food places we visited were foul. Bad attitudes and rude. Before coming we checked the app and the website for height restrictions and to see what was suitable for our toddler, we decided there would be more than enough to do. When we actually got there all but two of the rides he could go on were shut so we just had to repeat these two throughout the day. The play areas were okay but you couldn’t spend too long there. The rides we did go on had very low wait times, maybe 10 minutes max. There were some rides that I can’t understand why he couldn’t go on when they were no different to the ones he could. The other rides looked amazing though and if coming with adults or older children I imagine it’s a fantastic day out, checking the app throughout the day I noticed most of the bigger rides had wait times of 30 minutes plus. Food was a huge disappointment, most restaurants were shut with only the quick service places open which were all very busy and massively over priced. The hot dogs we got were foul and the chips like cardboard. We can’t comment on the shows as we didn’t get to any however the ones we walked past didn’t have huge queues and were well advertised. Toilet facilities were okay, generally clean and didn’t have to queue at any. The baby changing facilities were poor though. Several times we had to wait outside as people were using them as changing facilities with no children. Many shops available however they all pretty much sell the same stuff barring a few that had themed items. Overall a fun day out but definitely wouldn’t recommend visiting unless everyone is at the taller heights.

Amy WalkerAmy Walker

I've been going to this theme park for years, and whilst there are some rides that I miss that no longer exist (bring back Sea Odyssey), the newer rides are also fantastic. During my stay, I went on the Uncharted ride several times, and every time it was absolutely brilliant. I also loved Hurakan Kondor, Stampeda and Shambhala. Absolute staples of visiting here and worth a try, even if it's just the once. The quick service restaurants that are included with the all inclusive packages could be better, as I felt the starters often went to waste as there was too much food on my tray by the end. Some of the food would be cold from being left on the side and I often felt rushed through rather than being able to take my time and judge if the food would be suitable to my dietary needs. The other restaurants that are paid, however, were incredibly nice. Big shout out to the plant based burger by Hurakan Kondor, it sold me on the Vegetarian Butcher patties and I now enjoy having these on occasion at home. I can't comment on queue times as for the entirety of my trip, I had use of the disability fast track. The only issues I found were of disgruntled guests getting annoyed that my party was able to skip the queue, even after explaining why in Spanish to them. Thankfully staff intervened and stopped them from yelling at us, but it definitely doesn't help those of us suffering with anxiety. I think it would be nice to make it clear that disabled guests can and will enter the attractions via the exits so that it avoids any uneeded confrontations from arising, even if it's just a sign by the exit of the attraction saying to be kind to disabled guests. Also, If you have a disability and are travelling from the UK, be aware that your access card will not work here, nor will a doctor's letter. You will need either a copy of: your PIP or Disability Allowance, Blue Badge, or any paper work from an official government body. We found out the hard way, but thankfully we had a scan of our PIP paperwork handy. Having walked through some of the queues in the past before, I could never be able to now due to my disability.

Sophie BSophie B

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Barcelona Surroundings | Halloween Adventure at PortAventura & Ferrari

SofiaSofia

240

Overall, our visit to PortAventura World in Salou, Spain was a magical experience full of wonder and exhilaration that the whole family enjoyed. We arrived at the park at 11am, and immediately felt the inviting, lively atmosphere that PortAventura is known for. The park was well-organized and all sections were clearly marked, making navigation effortless for both adults and children. We appreciated the easy access to park maps and helpful staff that made our journey through the park more enjoyable. Our day began with Mediterrània, a beautiful area that represents a traditional Mediterranean town. We were charmed by the quaint architecture and the gorgeous seaside ambiance. The adults enjoyed the coffee shops while the children loved the thrilling boat ride, Port de la Drassana. Next, we ventured into the Far West, an area brimming with the spirit of the Old West. The two adult males in our group particularly enjoyed the Stampida, a competitive wooden roller coaster. The young girls in our group, however, were more taken with the Penitence Train, a calmer ride suitable for their age. Polynesia was next on our list. This section was a tropical paradise with lush greenery and soothing waterfall sounds. The adult females loved the Tutuki Splash, a volcanic-themed water ride that provided a thrilling yet refreshing experience under the warm Spanish sun. The girls were entranced by the beautiful bird performances in Aves del Paraíso. We then journeyed to México. Here, the Hurakan Condor, a freefall tower ride, stole the show. It was quite the adrenaline rush for the adults. For the girls, we took them to Los Potrillos, a gentle horse ride that they thoroughly enjoyed. The authentic Mexican food we had for lunch was flavorful and satisfied our midday hunger. Our last stop was China. The breathtaking recreation of the Great Wall was truly impressive. The Dragon Khan roller coaster provided a thrilling ending for the adults' journey, with its eight inversions and high-speed turns. The girls, on the other hand, found magic in the area's tea cups ride, the Magic Fish. We wrapped up our day at around 8pm. The whole group unanimously agreed that PortAventura World was an unforgettable experience. There was a good balance of attractions catering to both thrill-seekers and those seeking a more relaxed pace. The park was clean, the food was tasty, and the staff was friendly and helpful. In conclusion, our visit to PortAventura World was a captivating adventure that brought smiles to our faces and left us with cherished memories. The seamless blend of different cultures and the variety of rides and attractions catered to our diverse group and ensured that everyone had a fantastic time. If you are visiting a hotel in salou with TUI I would recommend double checking the prices with some others, as they quoted us a higher price for this and another excursion to Barcelona zoo.

stuart gibsonstuart gibson

Because we love it so much, we went 3 times the last two years, twice during Halloween season, this last time during Christmas season. We had in general wonderful days there. Parks: the attractions, decorations and shows are in general great! We love them! Just don’t go on weekends unless you are prepared to pay for the Express passes for the whole family, same price for kids, which makes an expensive day. The busier the day is, the more the express pass costs. Go during the weekdays outside school holidays if at all possible. It’s then quite empty and one would wait 10mn at most for the top attractions and could attend any show entering right before the start. On weekends and holidays, you have to queue very long for attractions, and the Express passes won’t save you long waits for food or missing shows because they are full 30mn before they start. The decorations throughout the park for Halloween and Christmas are really amazing. The evening parades, light shows and fireworks are crazy busy, so make sure to arrive at the lake early enough to be able to see something. They are totally worth the early arrival and little wait! Food: we went to la Cantina for the lunch shows. Cooked food is not very good, salads/nachos/desserts are good. The shows and room temperature justify having lunch there in cold seasons. We also tried the poke bowls at the Tahitian corner, that was much better than La Cantina food. Staff: most are wonderful, very nice, friendly, and make you safe for the rides. A few guys are clearly tired of their job, rude and treat you like cattle, like the guy at the Tren de la mina on 20/12. Worse on that day, one guy with a beard at Uncharted was even abusive and refused my son to do the attraction while he was over the 1.30m ruler half of the times because the floor was uneven. My son who cried a lot because of that, could then go on all the other attractions with the 1.30m limit, like the Kontiki boat or Serpiente Emplumada. Give a little power to a simple guy, he will become a tyrant… Hotels: We tried two hotels, Portaventura and Gold River. While Gold River buildings make an incredible western town, the hotel rooms and main restaurant are much more basic than the Portaventura hotel. We recommend the Portaventura hotel. The breakfast/dinner buffets are the same in both hotels, very good food and variety, but the buffet restaurant in PA is much nicer with a veranda and windows, with views over fountains and pools. We definitely go back… on a week day 😁

Mala SMala S

I’m a big theme park fan, and PortAventura is one of my favourite theme parks in Europe. When the sun is shining and you’re wandering through some of their highly themed lands, very few parks can come close to it. The park truly has something for everyone, whether it’s thrill seekers or families. They also have a huge range of shows and entertainment throughout the day. One of my all-time favourite roller coasters resides at PortAventura - Shambala. This absolute beast of a ride is over 250ft high, and just a total delight to ride. Some of the standout attractions at the park include the aforementioned Shambala, the powerful launched coaster Furious Baco, Hurakan Condor, the near-400ft drop tower that will make even the biggest of thrill seekers quake, and the new for 2023 Uncharted roller coaster, which is packed full of special effects and unique elements. Some of the other attractions that aren’t roller coasters deserve a mention too. Street Mission, the Sesame Street dark ride experience is surprisingly fun, as well as the parks water rides, Grand Canyon Rapids and Silver River Flume. However, there are some rides that are showing their age when it comes to being rough. Stampida the racing wooden coasters, the launched roller coaster Furious Baco and Dragon Khan are coasters to avoid if you like a smoother roller coaster experience. The food on offer at PortAventura is not bad for a theme park, but nothing amazing either. They do offer a variety of meal deals, which can work out quite good value if you’re looking for something bigger to eat. There are also loads on-site hotels and activities, including Ferrari Land and Caribe Water Park (both ticketed separately). I would also recommend that if you want to maximise your day, take advantage of their Express Passes, letting you skip the queues. They are paid extra on top of the theme park entry, but can save you lots of time so you can enjoy the shows and other attractions on offer. The queues can be over 2 hours for the major rides, which can be a tough slog in the hot Spanish sun. Overall, PortAventura is an excellent theme park destination. A large number of their attractions are world class, and you cannot miss Shambala, it’s a truly amazing coaster. If you’re visiting for the first time you might need more than one day, as it can be busy and there is a lot to take in.

Joel PagettJoel Pagett

We booked discounted tickets for midweek access which was discounted to €19 each, we attended as two adults and a toddler (20 months old). We came knowing there wouldn’t be that much he could go on but with the discounted tickets thought it would be a nice trip out. Arrival and entry was quick and easy, no long queues or waiting around and having the app really helped navigate our way around. The park was clean and tidy, plenty of bins around and saw staff cleaning throughout the day. Staff in the shops were very friendly and at the rides however the ones we encountered in the two quick service food places we visited were foul. Bad attitudes and rude. Before coming we checked the app and the website for height restrictions and to see what was suitable for our toddler, we decided there would be more than enough to do. When we actually got there all but two of the rides he could go on were shut so we just had to repeat these two throughout the day. The play areas were okay but you couldn’t spend too long there. The rides we did go on had very low wait times, maybe 10 minutes max. There were some rides that I can’t understand why he couldn’t go on when they were no different to the ones he could. The other rides looked amazing though and if coming with adults or older children I imagine it’s a fantastic day out, checking the app throughout the day I noticed most of the bigger rides had wait times of 30 minutes plus. Food was a huge disappointment, most restaurants were shut with only the quick service places open which were all very busy and massively over priced. The hot dogs we got were foul and the chips like cardboard. We can’t comment on the shows as we didn’t get to any however the ones we walked past didn’t have huge queues and were well advertised. Toilet facilities were okay, generally clean and didn’t have to queue at any. The baby changing facilities were poor though. Several times we had to wait outside as people were using them as changing facilities with no children. Many shops available however they all pretty much sell the same stuff barring a few that had themed items. Overall a fun day out but definitely wouldn’t recommend visiting unless everyone is at the taller heights.

Amy WalkerAmy Walker

I've been going to this theme park for years, and whilst there are some rides that I miss that no longer exist (bring back Sea Odyssey), the newer rides are also fantastic. During my stay, I went on the Uncharted ride several times, and every time it was absolutely brilliant. I also loved Hurakan Kondor, Stampeda and Shambhala. Absolute staples of visiting here and worth a try, even if it's just the once. The quick service restaurants that are included with the all inclusive packages could be better, as I felt the starters often went to waste as there was too much food on my tray by the end. Some of the food would be cold from being left on the side and I often felt rushed through rather than being able to take my time and judge if the food would be suitable to my dietary needs. The other restaurants that are paid, however, were incredibly nice. Big shout out to the plant based burger by Hurakan Kondor, it sold me on the Vegetarian Butcher patties and I now enjoy having these on occasion at home. I can't comment on queue times as for the entirety of my trip, I had use of the disability fast track. The only issues I found were of disgruntled guests getting annoyed that my party was able to skip the queue, even after explaining why in Spanish to them. Thankfully staff intervened and stopped them from yelling at us, but it definitely doesn't help those of us suffering with anxiety. I think it would be nice to make it clear that disabled guests can and will enter the attractions via the exits so that it avoids any uneeded confrontations from arising, even if it's just a sign by the exit of the attraction saying to be kind to disabled guests. Also, If you have a disability and are travelling from the UK, be aware that your access card will not work here, nor will a doctor's letter. You will need either a copy of: your PIP or Disability Allowance, Blue Badge, or any paper work from an official government body. We found out the hard way, but thankfully we had a scan of our PIP paperwork handy. Having walked through some of the queues in the past before, I could never be able to now due to my disability.

Sophie BSophie B

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