For First Timers… June 13, 2018 Start by riding the balloon ride (SKYRIDE) just inside the front gate. It gives you a great view of the layout of the park. Save the rides or petting zoo until the end, otherwise you’ll never get your kids out of the water. The kiddy area is adorable! You really can bring small children. Guests should consider a locker for their valuables (especially cell phones/cameras). The water safes that are sold in the gift shops work really great for a lot of people who splash around in the Wave Pool/Lazy River etc., but if you really want to enjoy all the water slides, a locker rental is the safest bet for those expensive items. Don’t miss the free circus show! My kids loved it! Waterproof plastic holder for cash & other small valuables. Don’t wear your sunglasses on the slides! Even if it’s raining, stay in the park. It’s still a BLAST and 9 out of 10 times the rain passes. There are lawn chairs by the top deck of the wave pool.