When researching for our Florida trip, I read SeaWorld Discovery Cove and Aquatica: Orlando's Salute to the Seas by Kelly Monaghan. About the pricing she says:
"Prepare yourself for a shock. Discovery Cove is probably the most expensive theme park you will ever visit ... [but] this very special park is worth every penny."We made our reservations and happily found out that she was right.
Expensive, yes. Perfect, yes. Worth every penny, yes. For tips about the park, read the book, visit the website, make your reservations far in advance. Take my advice and skip the water parks and theme parks for at least one day and go. Monaghan has great advice: get to the park early in the morning, make your dolphin encounter reservations early in the day, wear the short-sleeved, mid-thigh wet suit. My advice is to find a shady block of lounge chairs close to the stingray lagoon and aviary as soon as you enter and plan for a wonderful day. Don't miss the aviary. The use of the wetsuit or vest and mask are included. Dolphin-safe sunscreen is included and mandatory. A photo of your group is included. A continental breakfast is included. A delicious lunch buffet is included. All softdrinks, slushes, beer and water are included. Towels, chairs included. Clean, fine sand, customer service and lifeguards are in abundance. If you don't choose to swim, there will probably be plenty of sunshine, plenty of comfort and plenty to watch and do.
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