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Forum: General Chat 31 Mar 24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,842
Posted By holidaysaver75
Surrounded by dogs sounds like heaven to me! But...

Surrounded by dogs sounds like heaven to me! But I wouldn’t take on more than I could look after or afford. We have two at the moment (Koda and Kenai) but have had up to four. My DH puts the brakes...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 29 Mar 24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 379
Posted By holidaysaver75
Southampton Airport Cruise Parking

Has anyone used this service? I was wondering how the transfers worked. We parked at the airport last year and it worked well in some respects but it was a nightmare getting back as the taxi we...
Forum: General Chat 27 Mar 24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 11,145
Posted By holidaysaver75
I can hear it but not very loudly (age 53). My...

I can hear it but not very loudly (age 53). My three boys can hear it clearly (19, 17, 14) and say it’s really loud.
Forum: General Chat 24 Mar 24, 01:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 512
Posted By holidaysaver75
We had a charger fitted a couple of weeks ago. I...

We had a charger fitted a couple of weeks ago. I know that our charger (fitted by Ohme) has its own independent trip switch but I don’t think there was surge protection. Saves an absolute fortune...
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,414
Posted By holidaysaver75
We’ve got an EQB - absolutely love it. Just...

We’ve got an EQB - absolutely love it. Just waiting for the home charger to be fitted. We use Zapmap. Our local Lidls are good for charging - all 50kw and on Podpoint. If we want a super quick...
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 1,309
Views: 107,042
Posted By holidaysaver75
Once again, no wins! 53 years and counting!

Once again, no wins! 53 years and counting!
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 12 Feb 24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 862
Posted By holidaysaver75
We used them for Briksdal too - really straight...

We used them for Briksdal too - really straight forward.
Forum: General Chat 5 Feb 24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,337
Posted By holidaysaver75
I sympathise. Had 2 positive Covid tests (1 in...

I sympathise. Had 2 positive Covid tests (1 in August, 1 early October), a sickness bug just over a fortnight ago and now I have all the symptoms of Covid again (waiting on a delivery of tests to...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 5 Feb 24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 800
Posted By holidaysaver75
We feel the same. On Regal Princess this summer...

We feel the same. On Regal Princess this summer and the additional cost to go plus would double the cost of the cruise. If it was £25 pppd we would go for it but (at the moment) it’s double that and,...
Forum: General Chat 20 Jan 24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,251
Posted By holidaysaver75
Sometimes it can take me three doses of different...

Sometimes it can take me three doses of different antibiotics to clear a sinus infection. The dr told me they can just be a beggar to get rid of. If you’re not clear, I’d go back to the dr. I avoid...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 20 Jan 24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 813
Posted By holidaysaver75
It’s a bit time consuming when you get there...

It’s a bit time consuming when you get there before embarkation as you’re in holding queues for drop off but disembarking is easy. They bring all the cars down to a car park by the ship, you go over...
Forum: General Chat 16 Jan 24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,457
Posted By holidaysaver75
We looked at the Bz4x when we were looking at...

We looked at the Bz4x when we were looking at electric suvs. We quite liked it. DH enjoyed driving it but it wasn’t top of the list. It was nice and spacious but DH says it just didn’t feel as solid...
Forum: General Chat 14 Jan 24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,136
Posted By holidaysaver75
We’re using around 15 - 16 kWh per day at the...

We’re using around 15 - 16 kWh per day at the moment. 4 bed semi, DH works from home and is on a laptop all day and we have 3 teens.
Forum: General Chat 14 Jan 24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,195
Posted By holidaysaver75
Definitely not but, depending on the 75 year old,...

Definitely not but, depending on the 75 year old, it may affect your itinerary. My FiL, for example, is fitter than me and would happily walk round all day. We took my mum when she was in her 70s but...
Forum: General Chat 11 Jan 24, 12:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 987
Posted By holidaysaver75
I really like Mountain Duet from Chess. Also Too...

I really like Mountain Duet from Chess. Also Too Much in love to Care from Sunset Boulevard.
Forum: General Chat 7 Jan 24, 12:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,645
Posted By holidaysaver75
We’ve had similar with our old dogs. We also came...

We’ve had similar with our old dogs. We also came to the conclusion that it was age, failing hearing and eye sight. When they knew we were there and were comfortable, they settled.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 7 Jan 24, 12:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 813
Posted By holidaysaver75
We did this in the summer. It worked really well...

We did this in the summer. It worked really well for the most part but the issue was getting transport back to the airport. We booked a cab for 9.30 but didn’t end up getting one until nearly 12 and...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 6 Jan 24, 10:06 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,039
Posted By holidaysaver75
We’ve cruised 3 times with P&O. Really enjoyed...

We’ve cruised 3 times with P&O. Really enjoyed the first two (Ventura and Iona). This summer we did the Canaries on Ventura and it just wasn’t the same. Food wasn’t anywhere near as nice as Iona and...
Forum: General Chat 6 Jan 24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,063
Posted By holidaysaver75
So sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 4 Jan 24, 12:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,322
Posted By holidaysaver75
We stayed at the airport Premier Inn last summer...

We stayed at the airport Premier Inn last summer and that was very reasonable.

This summer we’re staying at the Premier Inn West Quay which has cost us £101 for the night. That’s the end of July...
Forum: General Chat 3 Jan 24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,414
Posted By holidaysaver75
If it’s old age and stiffness, have you tried...

If it’s old age and stiffness, have you tried YuMove? We found it made a real difference.
Forum: General Chat 2 Jan 24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,791
Posted By holidaysaver75
I’m so, so sorry. What a gorgeous boy.

I’m so, so sorry. What a gorgeous boy.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 2 Jan 24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,007
Posted By holidaysaver75
We looked at this cruise a couple of months ago...

We looked at this cruise a couple of months ago. Wish it was a round trip back to Southampton. It was cheaper then than in the sale now, so I wouldn’t personally be worried too much about the sale...
Forum: General Chat 10 Dec 23, 12:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,173
Posted By holidaysaver75
Steam helps me. Decongestants are ok at the very...

Steam helps me. Decongestants are ok at the very start but in the longer term make me worse. I also find a hot flannel or water bottle in a cover on my face eases things. Keep well hydrated. I’ve...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 8 Dec 23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,803
Posted By holidaysaver75
For what it costs per day, we’d be pushing it to...

For what it costs per day, we’d be pushing it to pay for food, drink and entertainment costs if we went self catering, never mind accommodation.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 6 Dec 23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,803
Posted By holidaysaver75
We’ve just booked a 12 night round the UK cruise...

We’ve just booked a 12 night round the UK cruise on the Regal Princess for school summer holidays, 4 of us sharing a balcony cabin for £611pp. Felt it was too good a deal to miss. We’d struggle to...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 25 Nov 23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,695
Posted By holidaysaver75
I’ve been looking at the Sky Princess for next...

I’ve been looking at the Sky Princess for next year. Is there table tennis and shuffleboard? Our boys don’t tend to use the teen club but like something to do.
Forum: General Chat 22 Nov 23, 08:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,119
Posted By holidaysaver75
Our golden retrievers both had YuMove and we will...

Our golden retrievers both had YuMove and we will start our huskitas on it as they get older. We felt it definitely mad3 a difference.
Forum: General Chat 6 Nov 23, 07:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,508
Posted By holidaysaver75
I’m so sorry for your loss. Far from letting her...

I’m so sorry for your loss. Far from letting her down, it’s clear that you did all you could to love and care for her. Please don’t blame yourself.
Forum: General Chat 2 Nov 23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 1,309
Views: 107,042
Posted By holidaysaver75
If only! I’ve only got a small number my mum...

If only! I’ve only got a small number my mum bought when I was little so my expectations are as small as my investment! One day, though, one day ….

Being positive, I have won two pairs of socks in...
Forum: General Chat 2 Nov 23, 04:35 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,796
Posted By holidaysaver75
Koda and Kenai now 2 1/2. Most gentle dogs I’ve...

Koda and Kenai now 2 1/2. Most gentle dogs I’ve ever known.

Koda
https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/42256/15d179a7881ed1.jpg

Kenai...
Forum: General Chat 2 Nov 23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 1,309
Views: 107,042
Posted By holidaysaver75
Still 52 years and not a penny!

Still 52 years and not a penny!
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 29 Oct 23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,175
Posted By holidaysaver75
We stayed there this summer. Really easy walking...

We stayed there this summer. Really easy walking distance from the terminal (you can see it from the exit). Nice buffet breakfast. There’s a counter for the taxi service on the left as you go into...
Forum: General Chat 26 Oct 23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,212
Posted By holidaysaver75
Hope today has brought good news. What a lovely...

Hope today has brought good news. What a lovely little dog!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Oct 23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,422
Posted By holidaysaver75
If there was a good offer I would, but - if the...

If there was a good offer I would, but - if the difference was over a thousand - I’d look to see if it was as economical to rent DVC points for a deluxe, at least for part of the holiday. I really...
Forum: General Chat 18 Oct 23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,780
Posted By holidaysaver75
I switched to Bare Minerals several years ago and...

I switched to Bare Minerals several years ago and find it great. I tend to prefer a powder foundation to a liquid.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Oct 23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 29,542
Posted By holidaysaver75
I do think many families are being incrementally...

I do think many families are being incrementally priced out. The price of parking / car hire means that, whereas we’ve always hired a car since the mid 2000s, we’re now looking at a split stay...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 11 Oct 23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 794
Posted By holidaysaver75
Celebrity and teens

Last year we sailed with P&O during school holidays, which was lovely, but we did feel really taken over at times by large groups of unsupervised teens, some behaving in a way that wasn’t very...
Forum: General Chat 4 Oct 23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 502
Posted By holidaysaver75
Best way to manage cabs in London

I’m accompanying a school trip to London later this month. The group is walking from place to place but, as I’ve managed to tear my meniscus in both knees (!) and can’t keep pace, I’m going to need...
Forum: General Chat 26 Sep 23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,454
Posted By holidaysaver75
In the end I did go in. The drive down to the...

In the end I did go in. The drive down to the vets was devastating but I think that, by then, I’d decided I wanted to be there. It was all very calm and me, DH, our 3 sons and my eldest’s girlfriend...
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