KISSIMMEE, Fla – Gaylord Palms Resort opened the all-new Crystal River Rapids attraction to guests Saturday. Crystal River Rapids at Gaylord Palms Resort (McReynolds)The resort is also opening Mangrove Lawn, a new 12,000 square foot event lawn located right outside the Convention Center. Officials said the area will connect to both the South Beach Pool and Crystal River Rapids for groups looking to buyout both areas. Full Screen 1 / 6 Gaylord Palms Expansion renderingOnce completed Gaylord Palms Resort will have 1,718 rooms. Gaylord Palms Resort begins its “Once Upon A Spring” programming which offers a lineup of more than 10-family events on Saturday.

KISSIMMEE, Fla – Gaylord Palms Resort said Thursday it is set to open the all-new Crystal River Rapids attraction on March 1. JUST REVEALED: Our thrilling NEW action river Crystal River Rapids will open on March 1!! Officials said the area will connect to both the South Beach Pool and Crystal River Rapids for groups looking to buyout both areas. Full Screen Full Screen 1 / 6 Gaylord Palms Expansion renderingOnce completed Gaylord Palms Resort will have 1,718 rooms. Gaylord Palms Resort is welcoming guests to its Pirate and Princess Weekends until March 7.