So much fun! This…read moreis a great waterpark for parents of babies and toddlers. Often times, there are not many fun options for smaller children. My 5 year old had a wonderful time, exploring all the options she had. I was so excited seeing how much fun she had running from pool to pool. It was a rainy day, so there was plenty of parking and we walked up to the ticket check in. It was nice that there was a dedicated lined for strollers. We purchased the meal plan which made it worth it for 7+ hours with a party of 5 (2 adults and 3 kids). There were plenty of dining options and the food was pretty food considering it's a theme park. There were very specific rules stated by some of the attendants on the slides. My cousin was told once he reached the top of the slide that he was not permitted to because there was a zipper on his swim trunks. This was confusing because I did not see on the FAQ's that zippers were not allowed on swim trunks. Besides that, we had no snags in our day. It was raining on and off throughout the day, which was nice because there was an overcast, with was nice because it was not too hot. Overall it was a very fun day. If I lived in San Antonio, I would definitely purchase the season pass because it's very reasonably priced.

Best way to beat the summer heat and Aquatica is the best solution! Located just 1.5 hour from…read moreAustin, Aquatica was totally worth the drive and the cost. I bought an annual pass that will give free parking and +1 free ticket every time I go! That's a steal. Parking gets filled but there are plenty! The area is so large, so plan to walk so much! They have great lockers which are easy to handle and glad they have keypad locks. I really didn't anticipate the quality of the rides to be this good since this is my first time to Aquatica. My favorites were : Sting Ray falls Wallahalla Wave Hooroo run My favorite was sting ray since you go beneath the sting rays but that's only towards the end of the ride but the ride itself was so much fun where you sit in a donut with a group and go through a slide! Wallahalla wave was my next best, a family could go in a tube and enjoy this. It goes down and then it comes to the top with speed and goes down again with gravity!

I love this place and it's a good place to go and have fun in the water. This water park is the…read moretall right water because I ever been and is the most scariest waterpark I ever been in so good.

I've been coming to Schlitterbahn for over 30 years. Much more as a kid than a adult but not much…read morehas changed over all. We lucked up on getting onto a few rides back to back with little to no waits when we arrived. The torrent River/wave pool in blastenhauf now requires live jackets- if you are 18 or older you can take valid ID to guest services and sign a waiver which excludes you from life jacket requirements! 2 rides I was disappointed in - the dragon revenge- longest line there was- instead of standing at the top of the side where there is water to keep you cool- you stand way at the bottom waiting for a tube (seems they only have about 15 tubes total) ride moves slow and we nearly got stuck! Also HILLSIDE! My favorite ride- they added these jumps for the first 1/2 of the ride where it makes you go super slow- and your butt is dragging over ever hump making it a very uncomfortable ride! The last half of the ride is great and just as I remember- besides not going through the missdle of the locker room anymore. Some of the slides also showed thier age and like they never get thoroughly cleaned when not in season. I love you can take your own cooler for non alcoholic beverages and food so your not eating and drinking fair food and drinks all day while in the sun. Hoping my next visit is just as great as this one!

Came her for a few days to relax. The water park is great, long lazy river, 4 water slide not…read morecounting the kiddie ones, 1 adult pool with hot tub plus the pool has an infinity feature looking over the golf course. Pools there are a plenty, 1 kiddie, 1 with sand and 1 larger one that the lazy river circles. This was just the think my wife needed to relax, she loves lazy rivers... The lazy river and slides close at 8, but the pools are open till 10. It would be nice for the river to be open since they have the lights changing colors. The adult pool area is a mess, adults should know how to clean up their trash and pick up their towels, learn from the other areas people, clean up you stuff dang.

My nephew invited me on his field trip to Morgan's Wonderland, and a time was had! We spent most of…read morethe day fishing, which was a lot of fun. There were rides available, but my nephew wasn't interested in getting on any of them. I did want to try the zip line, but the wait was about an hour. What I lreally liked about this place is that it includes children or adults with special Needs. I have another nephew who has down syndrome and he would love this place. Also for moms who are on a budget you can bring your own snacks. Parking is free and easy, which made the visit even better.

I had the privilege to tour this amazing, ultra inclusive park during my Therapeutic Recreation…read moreconference. I had never known about such a wonderful place. This amusement park was specifically designed for people with disabilities to be able to enjoy the amusement experiences with their friends and families. There was so much information about the different rides and themes and learning about Morgan and her family. I definitely recommend everyone checking this place out.

First time staying for a family staycation and we were not disappointed. The staff were all so very…read morefriendly even the younger staff! Our king sized room was roomy enough for 2 adults and a teen. Very clean and room service came by to freshen up the room daily. Simplicity of everything being charged to your room but that can add up quickly as almost everything here is a separate charge. Parking is separate charge- if no parking in self park lots- you have to Valet. Self park lots are a trek so beware! Grounds are extremely well kept and beautifully peaceful. Lots of available activities for all ages. Water park admission included and the warm temperature was so nice even in a little rain and not full blown summer Texas temperatures. Be sure to complete the longhorn scavenger hunt! Room service for breakfast was phenomenal as we didn't have to leave and be with any crowds and the set up was full of everything we needed and asked for. All food and drinks were tasty and delicious! Definitely hope to come back again

You would think a JW Marriott would provide exceptional service, but unfortunately that wasn't the…read morecase during my stay. There was noise in the middle of the night due to construction -- you could clearly hear people working. In my room, hot water was only available between 12 AM and 6 AM. There was also a huge event happening, with extremely long lines at the bell center and only one person assisting guests. At one point, another guest even stepped in to help because the young man assisting everyone had to leave briefly to get more paper forms. When I asked the registration counter if additional help could be provided, I was told the event staff were contracted and "not theirs." Still, better communication and coordination ahead of time could have made a big difference. That said, kudos to the event team members working the front lines -- they were absolutely amazing despite the situation.

Super fun times at Seaworld! There are so many thrilling…read moreamusement rides, from very scary roller coasters to slower ones for the kids. A few water rides too. The Atlantis water ride was really cool! The orca show was educational and entertaining. Food was ok, not too many vegetarian options other than beyond burger or pretzels. The all day drink cup is definitely worthwhile. Will go back again!

I always thought SeaWorld was just some overrated place that held killer whales in captivity for…read moreentertainment. While some of that debate may still exist, I was pleasantly surprised by how much there actually is to do & how fun & engaging the scheduled shows are. SeaWorld ended up being an absolute blast for me & my family! There was so much going on that it was hard to know where to begin. We went to the beluga & Pacific white-sided dolphin experience, then the sea lion talk where we watched the sea lions dance & do tricks, which was really fun. One of the highlights was the Imagine Ocean puppet experience. It was a glow in the dark, super immersive, & honestly magical experience for me & my kids. We also went to the orca encounter, which was such a delight. They have splash zones & it was hilarious watching the killer whales jump & flip in the air while the crowd got unexpectedly soaked at certain moments of the show. Also be aware, if you plan on sitting in the "splash zones" during the whale, dolphin, or sea lion shows, I suggest wearing a bathing suit under your clothes & bringing a small towel because you will get soaked depending how close you are sitting in the front. However, the splash zones are clearly labeled on the seat backs so you will know whether you are considered within range of getting wet to determine whether that's a good fit for you. We sat in the splash zone on our first orca experience but farthest back of the splash zone & still got a good soak, but the folks down at the front were drenched in water. When it's a hot day that sounds refreshing, today when we went it got quite windy & cold toward the evening so we opted to steer clear of any & all splash zones. They have a huge playground area for kids, which I'd estimate is great for children under about age 12, plus a separate playground for the younger little ones. There is a wide variety of food options like ice cream, burgers, cupcakes, & carbonated drinks. I would describe the food as pretty mediocre, & it is definitely expensive. You are allowed to bring water bottles into the park but no outside food or drinks. We brought my daughter's sippy cup with milk & a backpack & no one questioned it. I definitely recommend bringing a backpack so you have somewhere to keep your belongings, although the park does offer lockers near the entrance if you do opt to store your stuff. I also suggest downloading the SeaWorld app. It's super helpful & easy to use as it gives you up to the minute daily schedules of what events & shows are happening by the hour. There was also a plethora of rollercoaster rides for those who enjoy a thrill! Even though we did not ride any of the roller coasters this visit, it was still fun watching people climb up the massive tracks before the big drop & hearing everyone scream with excitement as they flew past. The way the park is laid out puts you pretty close to many of the rides, so you get a great view of them even if you are not riding. If you think you will go to SeaWorld at least twice a year, I would suggest going with the annual pass. More bang for your buck. A single day pass starts at $50 & goes up from there depending if you add a dining experience to your day pass. Right now during spring break you can get the basic adult annual pass for $99, which includes access to their aquatic park. Kids under 5 are currently offered free annual park passes. We grabbed two for our kids. The free kid passes do not include the aquatic section like the adult pass does, but you can add that for roughly $39.99 per child before taxes, which is still very reasonable. With the basic annual pass you do not have to pay for parking, & there are higher membership tiers that include dining & merchandise discounts that may be worth the cost depending on how much you plan to eat inside the park because the cost of food & drinks add up quickly. For example, we bought one electrolyte drink like a Powerade & it was about $9. A small Dippin' Dots ice cream cup came out to almost $15 after tax & tip. Something else to know is that every time you check out at a register there is a tipping option. I usually tip because I worked in the service industry before so I have a soft spot, but I can understand how it might feel excessive when every single purchase asks for a tip, even when someone is just ringing you up for a drink. My advice is to eat before you arrive so you are not relying too heavily on park food. Also definitely bring your water bottle. Overall it was an amazing experience, especially for the kids. They were thrilled by the whale, dolphin, & sea lion shows. It was entertaining for the adults too. We laughed a lot & had a great day. Giving SeaWorld 4 stars because the cost of food & drinks is egregiously expensive when you take into account tipping for every purchase. Costs add up quickly even with having a pass. That said, we will definitely be back.

I love me some high thrill roller coasters! In the northwest part of San Antonio near La Cantera…read morewhere I10 meets Loop 1604 lies the closest Six Flags theme park (with roller coasters) to Houston since Astroworld closed decades ago. I've been to this particular Six Flags location over 25 times over my lifetime, and it has a great mix of rides for everyone. In my opinion, there are better Six Flags theme parks like Six Flags over Texas in Arlington and Six Flags Great America in Chicago, but this one in San Antonio is pretty good. It comes with several high thrill ride options like Iron Rattler (my favorite), Superman Krypton Coaster, and Wonder Woman. It also has lots of tamer rides for all ages. The food options are also pretty good, especially Johnny Rockets (those burgers and fries are amazing). As for crowds, it's hit or miss. Just know that on weekends around Halloween, Fright Night gets pretty packed. Same for Christmas at the Park. I once waited in line for over 2 hours to ride Iron Rattler. Less busy times like early May before the real summer kicks off, wait times are all less than 30 minutes even for the popular rides. There is also a water park directly connected inside the park so that's super convenient. In Dallas the water park is completely separate. As for pricing it's gone up over the years (even parking is $40 now whereas it was $20 not too long ago), but compared to the high end theme parks like Disney and Universal, Six Flags is very affordable. Enjoy!

Six Flags Over Texas is easily one of the more visually unique parks in the chain …read more The setting really stands out - it's built against a quarry wall, which gives it a cool backdrop you don't see at most theme parks. I also loved the consistent Hispanic/fiesta-style theming throughout the park. It adds a fun, vibrant energy that makes the whole place feel lively and different. Getting into the park was surprisingly smooth and fast, which is always a great way to start the day. Once inside, the atmosphere is super energetic with lots going on, but be ready for crowds - especially on busy days. A couple things to plan for: parking is pretty expensive ($39 for general and $55 for premier), so keep that in mind when budgeting your trip. Also, the Texas heat is no joke, so definitely come prepared with water, sunscreen, and maybe a game plan to stay cool. Overall, it's a fun, high-energy park with a unique look and vibe. If you can handle the heat and crowds, it's a great place to spend the day.

Why 3 stars? Because it wasn't our top choice, but it got the job done…read more --- --- --- I wanted to take a family trip to San Antonio when the Cleveland Cavaliers were playing the Spurs. I was in no hurry to book our accommodations and just kind of got around to it eventually, where I was sad to see that our top two hotel choices were completely booked. I was confused as to why this was happening, but quickly came to realize that the Final Four was in San Antonio that same weekend. Welp! To the Hyatt Regency Hill, we went! We booked this hotel because it was listed as one of the more kid friendly options in the area. Again, "one of", aka the third best. As soon as we arrived, we headed to the pool and lazy river, which were fun, but I was pretty annoyed at the 48" inch requirement for the water slides. Our 6 year old son is 43" and has done much bigger slides at other water parks and even at our community pool. 48" was definitely overkill. Positives: We definitely enjoyed, and took advantage of having a full kitchen, washer/dryer and an actual bedroom with a pull-out couch in the living room. The property itself was definitely very nice, overall. Negatives: The bed was way too soft for our liking and the pillows were cheap. And the shower door would catch on the tile every time you opened it. I would not hate a situation where we had to stay here again, but I wouldn't seek it out.

Staying at the Hyatt for the second year in a roll! Excellent place to stay and enjoy the lazy…read moreriver, pools, outdoor activities as well as the San Antonio area! Place is great for families and friends. Many things to do and in the evening they have fireplace marshmallow by the fire pit! Great for the families with kids!

We had such an amazing experience at Camp Fimfo! The campground is absolutely beautiful and…read morewell-maintained, with great amenities that made our stay both fun and comfortable. Everything is thoughtfully designed for families and guests to enjoy. What really made the trip stand out, though, was the incredible staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful, but a special shoutout to Kim Wertens for going above and beyond to make our visit memorable. Her kindness and attention to detail truly made a difference. We can't wait to come back--highly recommend Camp Fimfo to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway!

Our family reunion was held here, and we absolutely loved it! The variety of facilities--from…read moredifferent cabin sizes to the pools and all the fun amenities--made it perfect for our large group. Everything was clean, the staff was incredibly helpful, and there were plenty of fun activities for all ages. We also appreciated how convenient the location was--close enough to shops in case we needed to grab anything we forgot. A very special shoutout to the Recreation & Activities Supervisor, Kim Wertens! She was amazing--so patient, resourceful, and truly went above and beyond to accommodate our group of 90 people. She worked with our preplanned schedule and helped keep all the kids entertained, which made a huge difference for everyone. We would absolutely recommend this place to friends and family and would love to come back again!