Georgia's Lanier Islands Gears Up for Memory Making This Memorial Day Weekend

BUFORD, Ga. - PrZen -- Lanier Islands, a lakeside destination that holds a special place in the hearts of many in Georgia, is all set to create unforgettable memories this Memorial Day Weekend. Offering a diverse range of activities at its flagship hotel – Legacy Lodge, indoor adventure zone – Game Changer, and beach and waterpark – Fin's Up inside Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, the resort is a self-contained paradise. The festivities commence on Friday, May 24, and continue non-stop until Monday, May 27, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.

"Memorial Day Weekend serves as the unofficial kickoff to summer for many, so we've pulled out all the stops on nearly every acre of the resort," said Matthew Bowling, Vice President of Lanier Islands. "Whether lounging poolside at Legacy Lodge or being among the first to experience Georgia's first adrenaline-fueled waterslide coaster – Apocalypso, we offer a lot of different ways for our guests to design a holiday weekend that fits their unique tastes and personalities. At the core of it all is a spirit of patriotism to remember and honor the brave men and women of the U.S. military and the sacrifices they made to keep our great nation the land of the free."

Activity highlights for Memorial Day Weekend include:

• Fireworks over Lake Lanier – May 26-27
• Live music by the Legacy Lodge pool - May 24-26
• Legacy Lodge Poolside Grill Out – May 25
• Poolside Movies at Legacy Lodge – May 24-25
• Live Music at Margaritaville from 7-10 pm - May 25-27
• Game Changer Indoor Fun Center for Arcade Games, Virtual Sports Suites, Axe Throwing, and MORE all weekend long

Of course, the BIGGEST news of all comes from the newly branded Fins Up Waterpark inside Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, with its debut of the highly anticipated Apocalypso watercoaster - spanning 418 feet and featuring the most significant drop of its kind in the U.S. Three other new slides share the spotlight and soaring tower, including:

• Serpentine Storm – featuring thrilling rotations combined with a downward-spiraling descent
• Dreamsicle Dive – offering high-intensity fun with closed and open tubes for an exhilarating ride
• Mango Mania – which is perfect for younger thrill-seekers

The resort will offer a special Memorial Day Weekend CYBER SALE that kicks off May 21-28 at www.LanierIslands.com, during which they can save 30% off any room type, and – when they book a LakeHouse – they will receive a free cart rental for the length of their stay.

To view special discounts for active military members and veterans, explore accommodation packages, and make a reservation, visit www.LanierIslands.com or call 770-945-8787.