Bread, peanut butter, and jelly to make sandwiches (you could easily do turkey, cheese, and lettuce instead or in addition to PB&Js depending on what your family prefers). Swim Diapers: if your child is not yet potty trained (hallelujah we are finally out of this stage! But still close enough that it's fresh in my mind), you will need to bring disposable swim diapers and a reusable swim cover. The resort's policy is that kids in diapers MUST wear a protective swim diaper, and from personal experience, I've found that this is the best way to avoid leaks. Family games: we ate some meals in our room, and it's nice to have something fun to play together as a family like Uno or Spot It! Swim Goggles: some kids just hate getting water in their eyes, and many of the water slides will splash you in the face at the end. Bringing a comfortable pair of goggles is the best way to avoid tears. And don't worry, they have some for sale in the gift shop (even a gift shop inside the water park) if you forgot yours). Sandals: I already mentioned this in the waterpark section, but sandals or flip flops are nice to have to going to and from the waterpark area as well as to throw on for a coffee run.

I'll share my top Great Wolf Lodge tips, exactly what to bring for your entire family, and why it's one of the best places for a family vacation. Closed-toe shoes: some activities require athletic type shoes to protect your feet, such as the ropes course. All overnight stays include waterpark passes for each member of your party! You can use the waterpark anytime on your arrival and departure day. Great Wolf Lodge Resorts are some of the most family-friendly vacation destinations in the United States! If you're heading there soon, you might be wondering how to best prepare so you can have the best experience possible with your kids.Waterproof Camera or Waterproof Phone Case: we have a GoPro action camera, so we just keep our phones safely stowed away when we're at the waterpark. If you want to get photos and videos on your phone, you may want to invest in a waterproof pouch with a lanyardso you can easily carry your phone around the waterpark without worrying about water damage. Water Bottles: there are water filling stations all around the hotel, so bring that reusable water bottle to save some money on beverages!

There are several dining options at each Great Wolf Lodge location, but you may want to bring some of your own food to save some money, too! Flip Flops or Water Shoes: these are perfect for walking to and from the water park and walking around the pool area. Make sure they're easy to get on and off!Most of the suites fit 4-6 people (at least at the Wisconsin Dells location), so if you have a big family like us, this is a great place for a family vacation! We loved staying in the Kid Cabin Suite since it had a queen bed and a sleeper sofa in the main area, plus a "den" for the kids with bunk beds and a twin bed. I love staying at a resort that comfortably sleeps our whole family!

Pool Bag or Beach Bag: This was one thing we did not bring and I regretted it. You may end up bringing a lot of things from your hotel room to the water park: goggles, swim diapers, floaties, etc. A waterproof bagwould be the perfect way to carry your belongings and still have hands free to hold your kids' hands. Fruit: apples, oranges, and bananas are easy to grab. I also threw in a flat of raspberries and blueberries.

Vegetables: carrots and bell pepper slices in a divided container - this is our favorite brandfor fruit and veggie storage on the go.