When you go to Orlando we assume you will try at least one of the many theme parks. As noted they only have seven of the top ten in the country. Here are some time tested and very real tips to make your stay more enjoyable and save your sanity.

1. Realize that you will be spending a lot of time waiting in unshaded lines so be prepared with lots of water, sunscreen, sunshades (hats), and sunglasses. The sun can be brutal. If you get burned to a crisp your first day, the rest of your trip might be ruined. Dehydration and sunstroke are very real possibilities that can be avoided.

2. Also realize that walking a lot is in the cards, so dress comfortably including comfortable walking shoes-not ones you are wearing for the first time. It is hard for most people to visualize the enormity of the parks.

3. Try doing a little planning. Most people eat lunch between 1130 and 100 and dinner from 430-630 or so. Plan on beating the crowds for lunch and dinner by going earlier or later than most folks and if available take advantage of the Priority Seating Option. It will save you from waiting in that line for long.

4. Most people head to Tomorrowland when they get to the park. For that very reason try heading left when you walk in to Adventureland. Realize too that you will not be able to see everything your first day and maybe not even your second day. So set some priorities and some monetary limits.

5. Security is very good at most theme parks but realize that not everyone there wants you to spend your money some want to take it from you. Don't carry wads of cash. ATM's are all over the place.

6. You can try and remember where you parked but it is best to write it down on something that won't get lost.

7. A lot of rides have height restrictions for safety reasons. Knowing what they are and the restricted rides may save you some frustration.