What material do you wear to a water park?

Comfort is essential when deciding what to wear to a water park. Choose thin, airy materials that won't bog you down and keep you dry and comfortable all day long. Denim and thick cotton, in particular, will become extremely unpleasant once wet, so it's best to avoid wearing them.



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A practical, well-fitting bathing suit (one piece for women; double layer swim trunks for men) UV protectant sunglasses. 50 spf or higher sunscreen. A large sunhat.

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It's best to wear a swimsuit or swim trunks to a waterpark. You can also wear a cover-up or shorts and a t-shirt over your swimsuit for added comfort.

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While swimming one should always wear clothes that do not hold water. Cotton has the ability to absorb water, therefore, it is best to avoid cotton clothes while swimming.

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We've been to a few water parks, and some provide towels while others do not. And the ones that do often give you towels that are too small, and limit you to one per person. So, we always bring along a few beach towels. When the water fun is done, you'll want to get back into dry clothes.

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Guests are welcome to wear footwear throughout the park (flip flops, sandals, water socks, etc.). Guests will need to remove any type of footwear on most attractions. Outside footwear (shoes, sneakers, boots, etc.)

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Don't be tempted to walk around barefoot – if any rides or areas do not allow water shoes, take them off only in those areas and then put water shoes right back on. Before going to the park, make sure everyone's feet are washed and cleaned.

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You're going to need wet bags, dry bags, backpacks, beach bags — you need all the bags. Plus, some packable towels, sunscreen galore, rash guards, hats, water shoes, backup clothes and a few additional “musts” that will ensure your water park experience is smooth sailing.

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Fact: You can – and you should. Pads might not be the best option, since they'll absorb water till they're soaked, and could get weighed down or fall out. Plus, they might be visible through your bathing suit. On the other hand, tampons are convenient and safe to use in water.

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Yoga pants are made of a lightweight and stretchy material, which makes them perfect for swimming. However, they may not be as durable as traditional swimwear. If you do choose to swim in yoga pants, make sure to avoid wearing them on days when the weather is cold or windy.

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You can always purchases board shorts...they are shorts specifically used in water activities. Do not worry, there are many at the water parks that wear shorts to cover up, a nylon version would be your best option as they dry quickly rather than cotton or knit version.

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