The 2022 Theme park season is quickly approaching and without a doubt, lots of us are planning on visiting somewhere fresh, am I right? So, I presume I’m right and that’s why you are reading this blog post. Here are some of the things I’ve discovered over the years on what to do & not to do before new theme park adventures. By all means, I don’t expect these will help everyone as there are far more well-travelled individuals out there than me. But if I can help in any feasible way that’s a win.
To-Do:
Research – Opening Hours & Ticket Prices
These are the core basic things needing to be done when planning a trip. Opening hours are very valuable to weigh up if you’ll manage all you want to do in one trip but to also see if it’s worthwhile. Ticket prices are essential to know if it’ll be cheaper to book online (often the case).
Not To Do :
Intense Research Into Rides & Attractions:
I’m still guilty of doing this but I know my brain will never persist half the details by the time the trip comes around. However, I don’t recommend doing too much intense research into rides & attractions. Live in the moment and take them all as it comes. You may be pleasantly surprised.
To Do:
Check the Food Outlets & Transportation:
If I’m honest as I’m a very “fussy” eater I have to always make sure there’ll be at least one food outlet on the day I would eat from. If there’s not I know to prepare my lunch beforehand. It’s something which is a must for me. Transportation is essential especially abroad. It’s something I’ve learnt to do deep research into after PortAventura. I’ll post the blog post HERE regarding that story. But I’d highly recommend weighing up your possibilities regarding transportation to make sure you are at your happiest with the final decision.
Not To Do:
Rely On Others Opinions:
Honestly, it is the worst thing to do. I, unfortunately, fell into the habit of doing this with the PortAventura trip we did. I fell in love with Shambhala before riding simply through hearing other people’s opinions. Yet I was HIGHLY disheartened afterwards which then nearly tarnished the entire trip. Please do new rides with an open mind else it may lead to complete disappointment.
To Do:
Book At Least Two Days:
Something I find is I need at least two days at most new parks. One day to live in the moment then another to seize the moment. As I love photography and capturing new parks through the lens I sometimes tend to neglect enjoying the day through my own eyes. Admittedly I love having so many photos to remember the trip by. But I also love to live in the moment. It’s very troublesome to do both sometimes. Unless you’ve of course achieved that fine art which I’ll cheerfully take some tips about this from anyone who has any!
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There are my 5 dos & don’ts when visiting a new theme park! I will share another post if anymore comes to mind!
Thank you for reading & be sure to share your own tips & tricks in the comments or across our socials!
