Consider visiting one of the smaller parks first and work your way up to the bigger ones- this means each day will get more exciting!

Been before? Why not go behind the scenes and find out more with the Trainer for a Day experience.

Check out your baggage and duty allowances before you head for the store’s check out. What might be a bargain in the shops, will suddenly seem expensive if you‘re over your allowance.

Try to avoid visiting the major theme parks when they’re at their busiest. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday tend to be the quieter days. Water parks are busiest on Wednesdays.

Try to avoid visiting the major theme parks when they’re at their busiest. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday tend to be the quieter days. Water parks are busiest on Wednesdays.

Look for Shamu & Crew characters from 9am to noon near the front gate. Be sure to bring a notepad for autographs! SeaWorld’s animal experts are also more than happy to sign autographs directly after shows.

Audition early if you want the chance to perform on stage in front of the audience at the American Idol Experience.

At the end of your holiday, find a change machine in one of the supermarkets and put all your coins in. It’s like winning at the casino!

In a hotel, ask for a fridge in your room – even if you have to pay a little extra. It’s invaluable for cold drinks, fresh food and milk.

As a general rule, kids between 3ft 6in/107cm and 4ft/122cm tall must be accompanied by a ‘supervising companion’ (a person 14 years of age or older).