We're here![sm=dancegirl.gif][image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/sign.jpg[/image]

[image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/entrance.jpg[/image]There is both self-park and valet parking (for a $10 fee). We opted for the valet parking and thoroughly enjoyed walking from the car right into the park[&o]

The registration area is very aesthetically pleasing, n'est-ce pas?[image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/registration.jpg[/image]The system is well designed and took only a few minutes even though everyone arrives right around the same time.

Here is an even better picture of those dolphins swimming across the registration area ceiling[:-]
[image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/registrationceiling.jpg[/image]

Out into the park we go[>:][image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/overview.jpg[/image]
[image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/map.jpg[/image]There are several different areas and these delightful tile maps show you where you are at any given location[&o]

Indeed, you'll find that 'tile' is a distinct part of the theming at Discovery Cove.. even the planter pots!
[image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/pot.jpg[/image]

As we entered the park, we were greeted by this friendly sloth who welcomed having his back stroked (VERY COOL![:)])[image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/sloth.jpg[/image]

Our first stop was to procure a couple of lounges with an umbrella. We figured we'd spend some time reading and resting... NOT![:-][image]http://www.ourlaughingplace.com/media/discoverycove/lounges.jpg[/image]

Click here for Part 2: Dolphins and More