Summer vacation is here, and that means amusement parks are packed with families escaping their hectic schedules. Before your visit, there are some important steps you can take to ensure your trip to the park remains fun and safe. Read our top tips below:
dress for the day
Light, comfortable clothing is essential, especially in the heat of summer. Choose a material that dries easily, in case the seat gets wet in a water feature or a torrential rain passes quickly. But the most important wardrobe choice for the day will be your choice of shoes! All members of the family need not only comfortable shoes, but also shoes that stay safe on their feet.
package for the day
Always check the guidelines before you arrive, as amusement parks limit the size of bags and coolers you can bring. Healthy snacks are great, but the most important thing is to always pack a bottle of water for each member of the family.
Follow park requirements and warnings
Park and attraction requirements exist for your safety. Never ignore ride age or height requirements or health warnings. While it can be difficult to disappoint a child who is too young or too young to ride a specific ride, skirting the rules is dangerous and can lead to injury.
Have a Separation Plan
Teach children to stay in one place if they become separated from you or your family. It’s also a great idea to introduce your child to a park attendant upon arrival and point out her uniform colors and her name tag. That way, if they need assistance independent of you, they’ll know who in the park can help them.
Regular check-ins for older children
If you plan to allow older children to explore the park independently, make sure they have a friend and have regular check-ins throughout the day.
Reapply sunscreen
Remember that sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before sun exposure and then reapplied every few hours. To avoid misery the day after your visit to the park, don’t forget to apply sunscreen to the back of your neck, the back of your legs, and your feet (if you’re wearing well-fitting sandals).
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