It’s a silly human desire, to float down a body of water like a weightless lily pad—sun on your face, toes in the air, cocktail in hand. No matter how old you are, you can’t deny the languid pleasure that is drifting down a lazy river, allowing the gentle current to carry your troubles away. You’ll likely encounter this paradisical amenity at a hotel waterpark, but not every mega resort is created equal. Lucky for you, we sifted through our favorite aquatic retreats to find the very best in lazy rivers. From Florida to Dubai, these family-friendly resorts and luxury all-inclusives boast impressive outdoor pool complexes fit for adults and kids alike. Whether you’re looking to embrace your inner child with a white water rapid ride or simply glide your way to Champagne service, there’s a lazy river for every kind of floater. Below, 11 resorts around the world for plopping inside a tube.
