I am taking my 9 and 11 year old girls to Six Flags New England for the first time..any advice?

Question

First time there..any advice?..('Do not go' is not what i'm looking for)..we got free tickets so we are going ..

Answer 1

Assuming it's more or less just like the one in Atlanta, a couple of things.

1. Pack your own food. They allow pass outs, so you can re-enter the park after going to your car to eat. The park food is RIDICULOUSLY expensive, and frankly, not very good.

2. Pack your own drinks, especially plenty of water. There are water fountains, but by design, they are few and far between, and the park will nickel and dime you to death on drinks. This is especially important as it's apt to be hot. (freeze some water bottles and carry them into the park in a backpack or something. I didn't do this, but saw plenty of folks that did, and I wish I had.)

3. Height restrictions. If the sign says 54", they mean 54".

4. Have the kids wear a solid colored shirt, something loud and easy to spot in a crowd. ( I told my daughter, unless you want to hold my hand all day, you will stay close to me without having to be told.)

5. Burn a vacation day and go in the middle of the week. Even in the summer the worst crowds are still on the weekends. We went on a Tuesday.
Have fun.

Answer 2

1. Dress them in the same colored t-shirt as you and not white, like a pink or something bright.
2. Take it easy at the park, maybe look up online and have both of your girls discuss what they would like to go on or see first so then when you get to the park there will be no fights.
3. There's a lot to do and the lines are long so discuss with them that they might not go on everything.
4. See a show! They have really cool shows there all the time, be sure to check one out!
5. Take a break during the day-drink some water, relax and take it easy, maybe play a few games or two.
6. Possibly limit your spending to one thing each from the gift shop, then they each get something to remember, but you don't spend too much, also, get it last so then you don't have to carry it around.
7. Don't forget to bring a camera! They have the characters walking around sometimes so you don't want to miss out on a good oppurtunity to take some great pictures!

Answer 3

The huge roller coaster Superman Ride of Steel was the best ride at the back in my opinion. However, I am not certain if your younger ones are coaster enthusiasts or not. They do have a wide variety of rides that are suitable for all ages besides roller coasters. Also, check online to find a map and see about what rides and attractions really catch your eye.

Although I cannot remember the other ride names, I did find a couple of the smaller coasters to be more exciting than they looked, plus Joker's Wild Ride was a real good spin (I remember that because the ride moves in a couple different directions while the wheel spins you around).

Enjoy yourselves and have a great time.

Answer 4

You'll need to bring alot of money because the food and games are really expensive. You can opt to bring your own food, but the only problem is that you CANNOT bring it into the park - it must stay in your car. Please DON'T do this though, your food will spoil in the Summer sun & heat.

Please also bring towels and bathing suits for your Daughters. I think that Six Flags New England also has water rides.

Please, as well, also bring sunscreen, sun glasses, hats, and other kinds of sun protectents for everyone.

Enjoy your day/evening at Six Flags.

Have a lovely rest of the day.

Answer 5

It would be awesome to see a map and decide what you want to do before you get there. Also, if all of you are planning on riding the rides, pack a backpack instead of purses. That way you can wear it and everything will hopefully be secure during rides. Take extra money for a locker, as these will be available too. Don't forget essentials like dramamine if anyone is motion sick, sunscreen, and Tylenol or advil, as sometimes roller coasters give me headaches. HAVE FUN!!

Answer 6

Don't go lol just kidding...should be a decent time, lines are long for the good rides like anywhere else...if you can plan on going on a slightly overcast day, that's the best time to go...people think i'ts gonna rain and don't go...i went when it was on and off showers and it was great...few lines and all the rides were open

Answer 7

Do's and Don'ts for Six Flags New England:

DRESS CODE
Six Flags New England enforces a dress code in keeping with our family environment. Clothing with inappropriate words, phrases or graphics are prohibited. Shoes and shirts must be worn at all times while in the Theme Park. All clothing is subject to management review and discretion.

RIDER RESPONSIBILITY
There are inherent risks in the participation in or on any amusement ride or attraction. Patrons have a duty to exercise good judgment and act in a responsible manner while participating on the ride or attraction and to obey all oral and/or written warnings. Patrons also have a duty to properly use all ride or attraction safety equipment provided. Please refer to specific guidelines posted at every ride or attraction entrance.

GUEST SAFETY
Please walk at all times. Do not sit or stand on fences or railings.

LINE JUMPING, UNRULY BEHAVIOR AND PROFANITY
Please be considerate of other guests. Offenders will be ejected from the Park without a refund.

NO SMOKING
Smoking is permitted only in the designated smoking areas. These areas are specially marked and can be found near the following attractions: Wahoo's Tiki Bar in Hurricane Harbor, Candy Cabin, Poison Ivy, and Cyclone. Underage smoking is not permitted.

PETS
Pets are not allowed, with the exception of working service animals.

PROHIBITED ITEMS
The following items are not permitted at any time.


Food/Coolers (except special diet and infant food)
Lawn/Folding Chairs
Magic Markers, Paint Spray
Aerosol Cans
Glass Bottles
Knives
Spiked Clothing/Jewelry
Fireworks/Explosives
Firearms/Ammunition
Chemical Weapons, Mace/Pepper Spray


Security will confiscate any item that is prohibited by Massachusetts General Law or statute or in violation of Federal Laws and Regulations. All items will be turned over to the Agawam Police Department for investigation.

All guests entering the park will go through metal detectors, so please plan accordingly. Also, Six Flags New England does not allow the consumption of alcoholic beverages or the use of open-flame cooking in our parking lots.

RE-ENTRY
To leave the park and re-enter on the same day, please get your hand stamped and re-enter at the re-entry gate. This includes season pass holders. Season Passes are only valid to scan once per day.


PHOTOGRAPHY
Cameras may not be permitted on thrill rides. Please check at ride entrances regarding camera policies for each ride. Six Flags New England requests that all photographs or videos taken by guests be used for their personal use and enjoyment only. Any use, reuse or reproduction for commercial purposes without the express written consent of Six Flags New England is prohibited.

RAIN POLICY
Some rides and shows will close temporarily during electrical storms, heavy rains, high winds and other severe weather conditions. As soon as conditions permit safe operation, these attractions will re-open. Six Flags New England does not issue rain checks or refunds.



HURRICANE HARBOR POLICIES

CHANGING ROOMS
Men's and women's changing rooms with coin-operated lockers are located in Hurricane Harbor.
RAFTS
Rafts are required at the Big Kahuna tube slides and Adventure River. A specifically designed water slide toboggan is required on the Swiss Family Taboggan. Guests may rent rafts for the day at the Raft Rental Building or use rafts provided at the attraction.

SWIMWEAR
Proper swimwear is required. The following is NOT permitted:


Provacative swimwear
Long pants
Swimwear with rivets, buckles, zippers or any metal ornamentation
Jeans or cut-offs


No coolers and or glass containers are allowed in the park or Hurricane Harbor. Personal innertubes or air mattresses are not permited. All children wearing diapers must wear an approved WATERPROOF DIAPER available at the Hurricane Harbor Gift Shop. All children must be in appropriate swimwear. Hurricane Harbor contains a vast array of rides and attractions; each guest assumes the ordinary physical risk associated with normal operation of such rides and attractions.

Answer 8

Have sunblock handy and be prepared for long lines.
Have fun, and if your kids dont wanna go on a ride, don't force them to.
Have a great time!

Answer 9

try some small rollercosters if they refuse then there are a bunch of non rollercosters i would say things like the ride that looks like it came out of space jam is a good one to start off in

Answer 10

i agree with the advice to not pressure them. my parents used to make me go on all sorts of rides and i hated every vacation because of it. keep really good tabs on your kids at all times, if one kid doesn't want to go on the ride, the other doesn't go unless you're bringing another guardian.