Just returned from Zhuhai Chimelong with kids, sharing our real family travel experience (unedited)

Fresh back from Zhuhai Chimelong with all my lessons learned! Sisters planning to visit during Dragon Boat Festival 👭, this must-read guide will help you avoid pitfalls and potentially save thousands while providing great ideas🔥 We booked a 3-day 2-night Emperor Penguin Hotel package🎫 including Ocean Kingdom + Spaceship Amusement Park + Chimelong Show + Emperor Penguin Buffet lunch‼️ Key point❗Staying at any of Chimelong's five hotels grants 1-hour early entry - practically half a day extra playtime 📒Sharing some travel tips from this trip: ✨Staying at resort hotels is super convenient - not just early entry but unlimited re-entry. Grab a map at the visitor center on the right when entering ✨Bring a stroller if with kids - no sightseeing vehicles inside, lots of walking. Without one, both kids and adults will be exhausted😭 ✨Don't stress about perfect routes - check queue times on "Chimelong Tourism" mini-program or app, go for shorter lines. If entering early, hit the Whale Shark🐳 Pavilion first ✨For Ocean Kingdom + Chimelong Show with kids in 2D1N, plan well - time is sufficient. Add Spaceship Amusement Park and you'll need 3 days ✨Family packages (2 adults+1 child) offer good value, but note: kids under 1m need extra ticket for Chimelong Show. Entry starts at 3:30pm - general seats are first-come-first-served, front rows in F/G/H sections are best ✨Food inside is pricey and mediocre. Security isn't too strict - pack some crackers, dried fruit and bottled water (no glass) for snacks ✨Penguin and Polar Bear pavilions are heavily air-conditioned. Bring light jackets for kids to prevent colds after sweating🥶 ✨Among shows, I highly recommend Beluga Theater, then Dolphin and Sea Lion Theaters. Arrive 20 mins early for front rows. Check app for updated showtimes ✨5D Castle Cinema runs every 30 mins - less crowded after 4pm with minimal queues. Not ideal for under-3s as effects may scare them😕 ✨For the 8pm fireworks, don't crowd opposite the castle. Near Arctic Adventure area offers more space, great views and photos of entire castle, plus easier exit ♨Tips: Hotel prices fluctuate during holidays - booking early always saves money. Recommend 2-3 days for full experience 💰! Look for 8% off packages covering accommodation, meals and tickets - way more economical‼️ Hope these tips help!