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If there is a thunderstorm in the afternoon then don’t be put off from visiting in the late afternoon/evening. Usually most visitors would have left and you can get on loads of rides with hardly any queues!!!
This may seem extreme but if you don't book as early as you can then don't be surprised if you can't get into the restaurants you want to. It pays to read up on the numerous restaurants (The Unofficial guide has loads of good information) and plan which park you are likely to be in on each day of your visit. Early booking will avoid disappointment.
Disney's Magic Kingdom, Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom
Bring a bottle and fill it up at the water fountains in the parks, saving money and time queuing at concession stands. Also, although you aren't technically allowed to bring your own snacks, Disney will usually turn a blind eye to a few small items which you can nibble on during the day.
If you're after a wand from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you don't have to join the (often very long) lines for the Ollivander's Wand Shop show. If you're happy to skip the show, you can go straight into The Owl Post or Dervish & Banges to buy a wand.
Many of the animals at Disney's Animal Kingdom are more active during the morning, when the weather is less hot. Try heading to the park early to catch them at their most playful.
Six Flags America, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Six Flags Great Adventure, Six Flags Great America, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Six Flags New England, Six Flags New Orleans, Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Over Georgia, Six Flags St Louis, The Great Escape
Six Flags season passes can offer great value for those who are able to travel, since they include entry to all Six Flags parks - often for roughly the same price as a single-day ticket for one park.
Although FASTPASS is a great option for avoiding the lines on Expedition Everest, try and see the full queue line at least once (go early in the morning to avoid the crowds). It's incredibly detailed, and almost a walkthrough attraction in itself.
If you buy a parking ticket for one Walt Disney World park, it's valid for the rest of the day at all of the resort's parks. If you "hop" to another park, don't pay again!
Six Flags America, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Six Flags Great Adventure, Six Flags Great America, Six Flags Magic Mountain, Six Flags New England, Six Flags New Orleans, Six Flags Over Texas, Six Flags Over Georgia, Six Flags St Louis, The Great Escape
Six Flags parks generally offer deep discounts on tickets when buying online via the Six Flags website. Always check before heading to the park - the tickets can usually be printed at home so can be purchased even at the last minute.
Disney's Magic Kingdom, Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, Disneyland Resort Paris, Tokyo Disney Resort, Tokyo Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disney California Adventure, Disneyland Resort, Epcot, Tokyo DisneySea, Walt Disney Studios, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Disney's Animal Kingdom
It's remarkable how many visitors to Disney parks fail to take advantage of the FASTPASS system - and that's all the more reason to make sure you are one of the savvy ones. On busy days, maximize your use of FASTPASS to reserve time windows during which you can return to join the much shorter FASTPASS line instead of the regular queue.
