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Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 22 Jun 12, 04:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,038
Posted By lecras
The new coffee machines take prepacked small...

The new coffee machines take prepacked small coffee pods which look exactly like round teabags, so you would probably need something similar to this if you brought coffee from home. The compartments...
Forum: General DVC Discussion 19 Jun 12, 12:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 794
Posted By lecras
The Grand Villas as great, we stayed in one with...

The Grand Villas as great, we stayed in one with my mum, her DH and my sister a couple of years ago. DH and I had the main bedroom downstairs, and my family had the two bedrooms upstairs, both with...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 19 Jun 12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 552
Posted By lecras
It's open from midday to midnight. The slices are...

It's open from midday to midnight. The slices are good - here are my cheese and pepperoni ones from March. :)
...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jun 12, 10:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By lecras
January 2013 hours released

Disney have released the park and entertainment hours for January 2013. See the Park Hours sticky for the link to the PDF.

http://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=581681

As usual the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 18 May 12, 04:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,127
Posted By lecras
...which is almost funny considering... ...

...which is almost funny considering...

(courtesy of Merriam-Webster)



I don't mind though, and I can definitely understand why they're keeping it that way. :)

Charlotte
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 May 12, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 515
Posted By lecras
There hasn't been an evening EMH in Animal...

There hasn't been an evening EMH in Animal Kingdom since mid-February last year, so 15 months ago (almost to the day). Whilst Disney haven't officially announced that this has been discontinued, it...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 May 12, 03:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,847
Posted By lecras
Probably fine if you're driving... We get on fine...

Probably fine if you're driving... We get on fine without almost everything on the list, and the things we do need are in the Owners Locker... :)

Charlotte
Forum: Accommodation 18 May 12, 12:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 789
Posted By lecras
There is free wifi there now, both in guest rooms...

There is free wifi there now, both in guest rooms and public areas. You could also use Skype with the old style HSIA which required a cable. I always did.

Charlotte
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 May 12, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 605
Posted By lecras
We use DME every time and have never had a...

We use DME every time and have never had a problem. We always keep our luggage with us (even back when we had the option of getting it collected) and have never had to wait very long for our bus...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 17 May 12, 09:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 910
Posted By lecras
We've found the food to be surprisingly good, and...

We've found the food to be surprisingly good, and DH is partial to the beer flight. :tounge: Kids love the entertainment, it's great to see them bouncing around on the dance floor. :grin:
...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 16 May 12, 12:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 764
Posted By lecras
Great news, I find it much easier to choose from...

Great news, I find it much easier to choose from a selection rather than try to specify what I want, especially when it comes to wine. :)

Charlotte
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 15 May 12, 04:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 802
Posted By lecras
Epcot closes at 10pm on 2, 3 and 9 November when...

Epcot closes at 10pm on 2, 3 and 9 November when we're there, and 9:30pm from 23 November through 30 December.

They might add some more 10pm closings for the Party For The Senses events, but that...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 15 May 12, 04:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 837
Posted By lecras
I like Studio Catering Co. They do wraps,...

I like Studio Catering Co. They do wraps, sandwiches and a surprisingly good Greek salad (which is what I usually go for). The chicken and Ribs at Fairfax Fare are also good. :)

I know you said...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 15 May 12, 04:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 802
Posted By lecras
Epcot sometimes closes at 9:30pm or 10pm. When...

Epcot sometimes closes at 9:30pm or 10pm. When this is the case, Illuminations is moved to the later closing time.

Sometimes the show times vary because it starts to get dark earlier in the...
Forum: General Chat 15 May 12, 03:47 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 9,876
Posted By lecras
A colleague has a daughter called Ayla, love that...

A colleague has a daughter called Ayla, love that name. Also love Elvie (my gran's name).

Charlotte
Forum: General Chat 15 May 12, 03:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 904
Posted By lecras
Well done, that's very brave but it definitely...

Well done, that's very brave but it definitely sounds like you're doing the right thing! Hope you find something else soon.

Come to think of it, I know a few people who have taken voluntary...
Forum: General Chat 15 May 12, 12:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 288
Posted By lecras
There is an update you can download from TomTom...

There is an update you can download from TomTom which removes the speed cameras and replaces them with something called Danger Zones (or similar). It's basically much larger areas which are more...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 May 12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,034
Posted By lecras
We always do the No1 Lounge. We get free access...

We always do the No1 Lounge. We get free access with our Priority Passes and it's a nice, relaxing place to grab a bite to eat before the flight. We usually opt for the eggs benedict, or DH sometimes...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 14 May 12, 11:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,371
Posted By lecras
Sorry, I meant 2010. :) The construction walls...

Sorry, I meant 2010. :) The construction walls around the building came down on 3 September, I literally missed the soft opening by a few days...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 14 May 12, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 825
Posted By lecras
...and don't forget La Cava del Tequila! Great...

...and don't forget La Cava del Tequila! Great for drinks and snacks, especially on hot days. :)

Charlotte
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 May 12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 357
Posted By lecras
December 2012 park and entertainment hours are out

Disney have released the park and entertainment hours for December 2012.

As usual the hours will be subject to many changes before December, but the EMH data should remain pretty much the same.
...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 14 May 12, 12:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 825
Posted By lecras
Interesting...on 5 April Disney stated that is...

Interesting...on 5 April Disney stated that is was on the Dining Plan, and on 30 April they said it wasn't... Guess someone must have changed their mind! Anyway, great news in my book, that will make...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 14 May 12, 12:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 387
Posted By lecras
The Allears menu is out of date, it changed at...

The Allears menu is out of date, it changed at the start of this year (Feb?). Wdwinfo has the updated one. :)

Charlotte
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 May 12, 12:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,415
Posted By lecras
I find Space Mountain really rough, feels like...

I find Space Mountain really rough, feels like I'm just being thrown around. I haven't been on it for the last three (?) trips, just don't really enjoy it anymore. :confused2

Charlotte
Forum: Beyond the Parks 14 May 12, 12:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 518
Posted By lecras
They haven't announced an official opening date...

They haven't announced an official opening date yet, just "Fall 2012". Fall doesn't technically start until November in Florida though, so it probably won't be open yet in September. You never know...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 May 12, 10:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 334
Posted By lecras
They will be released mid-June, so you have more...

They will be released mid-June, so you have more or less exactly a month to wait. :)

Charlotte
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 12 May 12, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,371
Posted By lecras
Yes, La Hacienda de San Angel opened in September...

Yes, La Hacienda de San Angel opened in September last year, I was there just before the soft opening. The two restaurants have different styles of food - Hacienda is southern style and the Inn more...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 May 12, 02:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 177
Posted By lecras
Should be next week, hopefully. If not, it will...

Should be next week, hopefully. If not, it will be the week after. :)

Charlotte
Forum: General Chat 11 May 12, 09:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,186
Posted By lecras
The do small, medium and large I believe. I'm 5'...

The do small, medium and large I believe. I'm 5' 7" and a definite medium. The large ones are huge. Never tried to squeeze into a small. :tongue:

Charlotte
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 May 12, 09:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 633
Posted By lecras
The restaurant does, but not the porch bar...

The restaurant does, but not the porch bar outside. Sorry if that wasn't clear from my post.

Charlotte
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 May 12, 09:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,371
Posted By lecras
It's changed fairly recently, it's lighter and...

It's changed fairly recently, it's lighter and the tables are slightly further apart now than they used to be. They also have a new chef, he's a bit of a celebrity in Mexico and the food has...
Forum: General Chat 11 May 12, 08:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,186
Posted By lecras
I like them, very comfy and keeps your travel...

I like them, very comfy and keeps your travel clothes wrinkle free and fresh. We've kept a couple each and sometimes use them as lounge wear when we watch a movie. :)

Changing into them isn't an...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 May 12, 04:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 981
Posted By lecras
I keep everything in TripIt...

I keep everything in TripIt (http://www.tripit.com/) on my phone. :)

Charlotte
Forum: General Chat 11 May 12, 02:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By lecras
We have a cream leather sofa in the conservatory...

We have a cream leather sofa in the conservatory which wipes clean so easily, it's not a problem at all. The chocolate brown suede sofa and chaise in the lounge is a different story - it's a...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 May 12, 02:32 PM
Replies: 513
Views: 209,033
Posted By lecras
Glad someone noticed! :D Charlotte

Glad someone noticed! :D

Charlotte
Forum: Photo, Video & Vlogs 11 May 12, 12:31 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,662
Posted By lecras
I'm a bit late for this and not as accomplished a...

I'm a bit late for this and not as accomplished a photographer as you lot, but I do enjoy it so here is my contribution.

This year's Ecpot Flower & Garden Festival, butterfly tent.
...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 May 12, 11:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 374
Posted By lecras
Food wise I think Citricos wins hands down, but...

Food wise I think Citricos wins hands down, but the ambiance at Narcoossees is much more romantic and intimate.

If you wanted the best of both worlds you could always have dinner at Citricos and...
Forum: General DVC Discussion 11 May 12, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 595
Posted By lecras
It varies between about $3-4 cheaper than the...

It varies between about $3-4 cheaper than the advance purchase price, which is about $11-12 cheaper than the same day ticket price. The discount is only offered on certain dates. :)

Charlotte
Forum: General Chat 11 May 12, 10:39 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,236
Posted By lecras
I had very similar symptoms a couple of years...

I had very similar symptoms a couple of years ago. I had head and neck MRI and it turned out I had something called cervical spondylosis, which essentially means that the cartilage between some of...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 11 May 12, 09:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,646
Posted By lecras
Sorry, I totally forgot about this! :blush: I'll...

Sorry, I totally forgot about this! :blush: I'll put something together over the weekend. We've done concierge on the Magic, Wonder and Dream, so I can compare the different offerings (Magic and...
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