Islands of Adventure - My favorite non-Disney theme park, in many ways because the theming is so well executed...
My usual plan of attack for IoA is to stay on site and enjoy Express pass, but that doesn't seem to be an option for you.
Get there early, and head clockwise through the Islands
There's tons of detail in just about every Island, especially Toon Lagoon and The Lost Continent; I've never been able to take enough photographs.
If you're looking for good food at IoA, you've gotta eat at Mythos - absolutely wonderful - especially the desserts.
