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Special to the Advance

Affordable family fun is still within reach at OWA Parks and Resort.

Tropic Falls now offers a special pass to locals with the new Gulf Coast Neighbors Pass. Those who are residents of Baldwin, Mobile or Escambia counties in Alabama or Escambia or Santa Rosa counties in Florida, the residents are eligible to purchase the new locals only pass for an additional discount, according to a release.

Local residents can now enjoy a $40 savings off the regular price of the Ultimate Pass, making a visit to Tropic Falls even more economical. And to make frequent visits more convenient, guests can now take part in OWA’s Lei Away Plan, so you can get unlimited Tropic Falls fun for just five monthly payments of $45.  Get all the benefits, resort-wide discounts, and a “bring a friend” pass, where each Gulf Coast Neighbors season pass holder gets four (4) day passes that they can use to bring a friend with them to enjoy the fun.

“We appreciate our local neighbors who are return guests and hope the Gulf Coast Neighbors Pass and daily ticket discounts enable them to enjoy more of the fun and thrills OWA has to offer all year long,” said Cathy Pavloski, director of marketing and public relations.

With these additional savings, it’s easy to see why Tropic Falls at OWA was once again recognized as one of the top five most affordable theme parks in the United States, marking its third consecutive year on this prestigious list, officials said in a release. The recognition comes from HomeToGo, the world’s largest vacation rental marketplace, which recently unveiled its 2024 rankings of the 42 most budget-friendly U.S. theme parks. This year, Tropic Falls secured the fourth spot, with Frontier City in Oklahoma taking the top position.

HomeToGo’s rankings offer insights for travelers seeking both affordable and premium theme park experiences. The list compares the most popular theme parks across the country, focusing on those with the best value for the money. The rankings are based on key data points, including entry fees, parking costs, and daily accommodation expenses per person. The data reflects searches on HomeToGo.com for travel dates between June 1 and August 31.