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Forum: General Chat Today, 12:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,014
Posted By Omega1
Many years ago in my home town, this sign always...

Many years ago in my home town, this sign always caused much interest. It was on a busy section of road with traffic merging and exiting. None of this namby pamby zip thingy - it was every man (or...
Forum: General Chat Yesterday, 06:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,867
Posted By Omega1
Early retirement- best job I’ve ever had!

Early retirement- best job I’ve ever had!
Forum: General Chat 26 Mar 24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,874
Posted By Omega1
One avenue of investigation is that the ship had...

One avenue of investigation is that the ship had a major power outage and lost propulsion. It seems highly unlikely that a ship with two pilots on board would simply veer off course without some kind...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 26 Mar 24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 308
Posted By Omega1
It’s a great itinerary, we’ve done it several...

It’s a great itinerary, we’ve done it several times over the years.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 25 Mar 24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 308
Posted By Omega1
Vacationstogo.com has a good search facility and...

Vacationstogo.com has a good search facility and you can use the filter to narrow the choices down. Use the results to check the cruise line website(s) - saves a lot of time.
Princess have 10 day...
Forum: General Chat 25 Mar 24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,442
Posted By Omega1
A 1965, two-tone green Triumph...

A 1965, two-tone green Triumph Herald.https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/18656/09310590126903.jpg
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Mar 24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 301
Posted By Omega1
I bought an Airalo global esim in December. I...

I bought an Airalo global esim in December. I used it on two long haul trips across several countries and it’s been fine - no problems whatsoever when switching back to the primary sim.
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Mar 24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 122
Posted By Omega1
It’s years ago but we flew to Miami and then on...

It’s years ago but we flew to Miami and then on to San Juan.
Forum: General Chat 22 Mar 24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,335
Posted By Omega1
1. I don’t think anyone is suggesting...

1. I don’t think anyone is suggesting equalisation of state pension is not fair.
2. I don’t think the dissent is about tapering. It’s about the manner and timeliness of communication of decisions...
Forum: General Chat 22 Mar 24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,335
Posted By Omega1
All the discussion whether people knew or didn’t...

All the discussion whether people knew or didn’t know seems irrelevant to me. An in depth inquiry has found that the DWP did not provide adequate notice directly to those affected - as the report...
Forum: Sport 21 Mar 24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,094
Posted By Omega1
A chocolate statue of Harry Kane - I’ve always...

A chocolate statue of Harry Kane - I’ve always thought he was a bit Flake-y!
Forum: General Chat 21 Mar 24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,335
Posted By Omega1
The DWP has said it will consider the Ombudsman’s...

The DWP has said it will consider the Ombudsman’s report but during the investigation it said it would not recognise the report nor implement recommendations- this is why the Ombudsman has laid the...
Forum: General Trip Planning 21 Mar 24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 365
Posted By Omega1
A relatively short road trip from Cape Town (or...

A relatively short road trip from Cape Town (or Camps Bay) is to Franschhoek (or Stellenbosch) and then on to Hermanus before heading back to CT. No more than two hour’s driving between places and...
Forum: General Trip Planning 20 Mar 24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 365
Posted By Omega1
We got back on Saturday after 3.5 weeks in South...

We got back on Saturday after 3.5 weeks in South Africa (in and out of Cape Town) we’ve been eight times and feel totally safe. We rent a car and visit lovely locations in the Western Cape - this...
Forum: General Chat 18 Mar 24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,290
Posted By Omega1
The only thing I need to ‘get over’ is Miriam...

The only thing I need to ‘get over’ is Miriam Margoyles (sp) - rhymes with gargoyles! 😳
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 14 Mar 24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,094
Posted By Omega1
The risk must now be significantly higher than...

The risk must now be significantly higher than previously assessed. On our January cruise we had to undertake a piracy drill as we were off the coast of Somalia! Mind you there were US and UK naval...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 14 Mar 24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,094
Posted By Omega1
Yes, now confirmed by RCI...

Yes, now confirmed by RCI https://www.cruisehive.com/royal-caribbean-suspends-all-visits-to-labadee-haiti/126073
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 13 Mar 24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,094
Posted By Omega1
I suppose there at least two elements to this -...

I suppose there at least two elements to this - the cruise line and its insurers who monitor the geopolitical risks (our cruise in January missed the ports of Fujairah and Muscat (too risky) but...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 13 Mar 24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,094
Posted By Omega1
Very often it is not the cruise line in isolation...

Very often it is not the cruise line in isolation that makes decisions regarding safety and which ports they will or will not visit - the cruise line’s insurer(s) are constantly assessing the risk...
Forum: General Chat 13 Mar 24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,678
Posted By Omega1
Good explanation- in other words, the Chancellor...

Good explanation- in other words, the Chancellor giveth with one hand and taketh away double with other!
Forum: General Chat 13 Mar 24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 31,855
Posted By Omega1
Painting on a hotel wall here in South Africa - I...

Painting on a hotel wall here in South Africa - I thought the artist captured his hand(s) rather well!😳https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/18656/d713a2a5efb1be.jpg
Forum: General Chat 13 Mar 24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 31,855
Posted By Omega1
To be fair to Kate I can see why she did...

To be fair to Kate I can see why she did it!https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/18656/c7e98a06eeb0a1.jpg
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 2 Mar 24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,401
Posted By Omega1
You have a fabulous itinerary there. We’ve been...

You have a fabulous itinerary there. We’ve been fortunate to visit pretty much all of the places you are planning to see - with the exception of Siem Riep (although we have been to Cambodia). I’m...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 2 Mar 24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 806
Posted By Omega1
I would suggest looking at Holland America -...

I would suggest looking at Holland America - older demographic with entertainment and facilities to match. If you can find an itinerary that includes Half Moon Cay (private island) it would be worth...
Forum: General Chat 29 Feb 24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,831
Posted By Omega1
Those were my thoughts too - he seemed very down...

Those were my thoughts too - he seemed very down to earth with no airs and graces, quite rare for media personalities these days.
Forum: General Chat 29 Feb 24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 781
Posted By Omega1
Our bucket list changes as the years go by. We’ve...

Our bucket list changes as the years go by. We’ve been very fortunate to travel extensively (79 countries and counting) but we still have lots to do - Antarctica cruise, see Victoria Falls (planning...
Forum: General Trip Planning 28 Feb 24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 428
Posted By Omega1
I’ll second Lester’s Diner - the food is great...

I’ll second Lester’s Diner - the food is great and it’s quite an experience. Coconuts on Seabreeze Blvd is great for seafood and has a good vibe. Las Olas blvd nice for mooching and coffee shops...
Forum: General Trip Planning 28 Feb 24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 646
Posted By Omega1
Most Airalo esims can be installed and then...

Most Airalo esims can be installed and then activated later when connected to a valid network (some start as soon as installed). Not sure if there is a time limit between installation and activation.
Forum: General Chat 27 Feb 24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,643
Posted By Omega1
Our BOXT engineer was excellent and said they...

Our BOXT engineer was excellent and said they actually paid a better rate and more punctual than British Gas who he subbed for. I can only go off our recent experience but I would have no qualms...
Forum: General Trip Planning 27 Feb 24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 646
Posted By Omega1
Been using the Airalo global eSIM in Middle East...

Been using the Airalo global eSIM in Middle East and Africa - works like a charm. In fact, using it now!
Forum: General Chat 27 Feb 24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,643
Posted By Omega1
Agree - we had the same experience two weeks ago...

Agree - we had the same experience two weeks ago. The communication was excellent and the assigned engineer was a really nice guy who painstakingly covered all the carpets, changed his shoes etc.The...
Forum: General Trip Planning 26 Feb 24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 384
Posted By Omega1
A week in Cape Town is plenty, but if you are...

A week in Cape Town is plenty, but if you are planning to visit the winelands (Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl) as a day(s) out from CT then I would recommend staying there to be able to immerse...
Forum: General Trip Planning 26 Feb 24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 384
Posted By Omega1
I’ve just been looking at prices on Booking.com...

I’ve just been looking at prices on Booking.com for here in Franschhoek for Christmas/New Year and the rates are the same as later in January/February. That’s for B&B and self catering - I didn’t...
Forum: General Chat 23 Feb 24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,580
Posted By Omega1
The question for me is not ‘what next - banks,...

The question for me is not ‘what next - banks, credit card companies, etc?’ but why do energy providers receive such preferential treatment in relation to debt? We shouldn’t be turning on the poor...
Forum: General Chat 23 Feb 24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,580
Posted By Omega1
Ofgem, Ofwat, Ofcom, and probably several Of’s if...

Ofgem, Ofwat, Ofcom, and probably several Of’s if I put my mind to it, are simply not fit for purpose. These regulatory bodies have simply lost sight of their original purpose and from a consumer...
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Feb 24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 766
Posted By Omega1
We had it all booked in 2019 but ill health...

We had it all booked in 2019 but ill health prevented us from travelling. Friends we were going with went and they said it was easy and straightforward - they flew from Rio to the Brazilian side (Foz...
Forum: General Chat 22 Feb 24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,147
Posted By Omega1
J21 on the M6(Warrington / Birchwood) is halfway...

J21 on the M6(Warrington / Birchwood) is halfway between Ayr and Southampton. There’s a Premier Inn and a Holiday Inn.
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Feb 24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 766
Posted By Omega1
From Buenos Aries, Iguazu is very easy (and...

From Buenos Aries, Iguazu is very easy (and cheap) to do yourself. Two full days (3nights) to see both sides of the falls would be ideal. Don’t discount the Falklands, it was a highlight of our trip.
Forum: General Chat 21 Feb 24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,868
Posted By Omega1
We’re two adults on a meter - £29pm

We’re two adults on a meter - £29pm
Forum: General Trip Planning 19 Feb 24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,184
Posted By Omega1
Yes, we’re picking up a car at the airport. We’re...

Yes, we’re picking up a car at the airport. We’re just visiting some old favourites this time Franschhoek, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus and Hout Bay (24 nights). It’s probably 17 years since we...
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