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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Aug 23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,000
Posted By buddy23
100ml limit

Hi Everyone!
We fly from Gatwick to Tampa on 24th Aug and are travelling hand luggage only. Have looked online as thought the 100ml limit had been scrapped but the info is contradictory.

Does...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Aug 23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,849
Posted By buddy23
BA inflight meal

Anyone know what BA are offering currently for main meal choices? Flying Gatwick to Tampa in a couple of weeks

TIA
Forum: Tickets 17 Jul 23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,418
Posted By buddy23
Thanks for your suggestion. I have already...

Thanks for your suggestion. I have already contacted discovery cove directly and provided my ticket number as paid in full and have gate easy tickets. They have responded advising as I bought through...
Forum: Tickets 12 Jul 23, 10:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,418
Posted By buddy23
I knew I had read this some where - thanks! I...

I knew I had read this some where - thanks! I naively thought this would apply to tickets bought both directly and through 3rd parties. Am I being a bit dim but if dc allow 1 date change per...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Jul 23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 521
Posted By buddy23
Labour day weekend

We will be in orlando over Labour day weekend. What are crowd levels like in parks? Any tips or advice on the best way to plan for that weekend? TIA
Forum: Tickets 12 Jul 23, 09:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,418
Posted By buddy23
We only want to move a few days and push in to...

We only want to move a few days and push in to September which I didn't think would be a problem. My guess is that the issue is I bought tickets in a black Friday sale and those prices are no longer...
Forum: Tickets 12 Jul 23, 08:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,418
Posted By buddy23
Discovery cove date change

I bought discovery cove ultimate tickets in the black Friday offer last year for our trip in August 2023 as it was a great deal (£145) and only £1 deposit from orlando attraction tickets. We had to...
Forum: Tickets 10 Jul 23, 08:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 590
Posted By buddy23
Seaworld before Discovery Cove

I have bought the Discovery Cove Ultimate (non dolphin swim) ticket which includes unlimited visits to seaworld, aquatica and busch gardens. They are turnstile ready etickets (I have printed them...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jun 23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,020
Posted By buddy23
We are planning to do hand luggage only this year...

We are planning to do hand luggage only this year in August. As others have said we are flying BA who offer a very generous kg allowance and decent size case plus it includes a "handbag" which will...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 4 Jun 23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,751
Posted By buddy23
I was thinking the same - about people just...

I was thinking the same - about people just buying a couple of tickets and not watching the film to save on parking. Is this "frowned" upon or do people do this? Just thinking it could save us quite...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 11 May 23, 04:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 344
Posted By buddy23
Full size suv or mini van?

I have a full size suv reserved via Dutch alamo site. No real change in price since booking in Feb. Noticed today the mini van is now approx $45 cheaper. 6 in our party 4 adults 16yo and 14yo.
...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 14 Apr 23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 266,862
Posted By buddy23
My booking price has dropped in euro by just over...

My booking price has dropped in euro by just over €22 so thought i would rebook - every little helps?! When i choose the pay later option it gives me the price in $$ but that price is exactly the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 1 Apr 23, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 266,862
Posted By buddy23
Mine dropped by €10 today so rebooked and then...

Mine dropped by €10 today so rebooked and then cancelled. Said an cancellation email would be sent but nothing received? When I check the booking reference in alamo site it takes me through to the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Mar 23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 266,862
Posted By buddy23
Just booked saving £170 on Alamo brits site. £10...

Just booked saving £170 on Alamo brits site. £10 more than my thrifty quote but prefer Alamo.

Thanks so much everyone for the tips and advice. Love this site ❤️ 😍!
Forum: Accommodation 2 Mar 23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 490
Posted By buddy23
That was what I was thinking/hoping!

That was what I was thinking/hoping!
Forum: Accommodation 1 Mar 23, 11:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 490
Posted By buddy23
Gatwick Premier Inn

Looking at hotels near Gatwick as we will be arriving by train. Premier Inn on airport way looks ideal as can walk from North terminal. There are 6 (4A 2C) of us but 1 is 16 which they count as an...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 1 Mar 23, 08:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 710
Posted By buddy23
Which to choose or avoid...

Is there a thread anywhere with advice from those who go regularly of which vehicles are preferred in particular categories?

Haven't booked yet but as there are 6 of us will be looking for a 7...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 26 Feb 23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,849
Posted By buddy23
US car hire seem to have some great deals with...

US car hire seem to have some great deals with Thrifty? For those in the know full-size suv (7 seater) and standard elite crossover are the same price for my dates ar £742. Which would you choose?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 25 Feb 23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 289
Posted By buddy23
Yes 7 seater. We also have hand luggage only so...

Yes 7 seater. We also have hand luggage only so thinking we should be OK?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 25 Feb 23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 289
Posted By buddy23
Choices

Simple question! Mini van or full size SUV? 6 people 4 adults 2 teens. Only £10 difference currently...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 24 Feb 23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 599
Posted By buddy23
Book and cancel

We are flying to Tampa in August and having a car. After reading a number of posts and as many other dibbers ate doing, I have decided to book a car now to lock in the price and cancel and rebook if...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Feb 23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,340
Posted By buddy23
Tampa to Orlando Toll charges

We are flying in to Tampa late august and will be hiring a car. We are staying in the kissimmee area and will be going to Busch at least once during the stay

Please can someone explain to me what...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Feb 23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,747
Posted By buddy23
Thanks Mr Tom good to know as they are cheapest...

Thanks Mr Tom good to know as they are cheapest for my dates from Tampa late August but only with Thrifty. Thoughts on Thrifty and silver inclusive insurance? 😊
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Feb 23, 10:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 991
Posted By buddy23
Sorry should have said not MCO, Tampa!

Sorry should have said not MCO, Tampa!
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Feb 23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 991
Posted By buddy23
To Thrifty or not to Thrifty?!

Been following g car hire process and reading the various threads for a while. Prices have been quite expensive for our dates (late august/early september) at over £1k as we need a vehicle for 6 so...
Forum: Accommodation 12 Feb 23, 11:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,294
Posted By buddy23
Travelodge/Premier Inn flash sale?

Just wondered if anyone has had any luck booking a Gatwick hotel (Premier Inn or travelodge) in a flash sale for a decent price in August time? Travelling by train to Gatwick so need to be able to...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Feb 23, 06:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,629
Posted By buddy23
Of course! What other kind are there? !

Of course! What other kind are there? !
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Feb 23, 05:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,629
Posted By buddy23
I am more than happy to it's just the teenagers...

I am more than happy to it's just the teenagers in the group maintaining their "cool image" that might not?! 😆
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Feb 23, 03:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,629
Posted By buddy23
Wireless headphones

Planning my August 2023 trip and have booked flights with BA in to Tampa. Might be a daft question but can you use wireless headphones (air pods) with in-flight entertainment?

Thanks
Forum: Accommodation 6 Feb 23, 12:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 604
Posted By buddy23
Probably me not being clear and waffling - sorry!...

Probably me not being clear and waffling - sorry! I was wondering if people book direct to certain resorts etc and if there were suggestions of areas or resorts within that kind of travel distance...
Forum: Accommodation 5 Feb 23, 11:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 604
Posted By buddy23
Advice and opinions

Finally booked flights for late August so now looking at accommodation options. 6 of us in total (4 adults 2 teens). We are not doing disney just Seaworld and Universal but we will have a car...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Jan 23, 11:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 595
Posted By buddy23
BA Sale

Hi Everyone!
Have found flights from Gatwick to Tampa with BA in August this year for under £400pp (hand baggage only). They are "sale" prices. Is this a decent price in current times? I am guessing...
Forum: Accommodation 29 Jan 23, 12:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By buddy23
Thanks for the info. Looking at premier Inn and...

Thanks for the info. Looking at premier Inn and it's coming in £30 per room more for august and I need 3 rooms so quite a bit more even factoring in the Hoppa bus. Unless they do a sale 🤞🏻. I hope...
Forum: Accommodation 28 Jan 23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By buddy23
Hotel Gatwick

Hi Everyone!

Looking for a hotel the night before our flight. We are arriving at Gatwick by train so have no car etc. Looking at hotel and the cheapest I can see is a Travelodge for £70 by North...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Jan 23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 423
Posted By buddy23
Adding baggage

Hoping someone can help with query!

I have found flights with BA and plan to book soon - yay! We previously agreed to go hand luggage only as its cheaper, decent kg allowance with BA and based...
Forum: Accommodation 13 Jan 23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 706
Posted By buddy23
The message from the host says 'Westgate Lakes...

The message from the host says 'Westgate Lakes Resort'. Does that help?
Forum: Accommodation 12 Jan 23, 11:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 706
Posted By buddy23
West Lake Resorts

Has anyone stayed here? Just after any feedback I can get! Location, nearby restaurants etc. Not doing disney only seaworld and universal

TIA
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jan 23, 10:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,726
Posted By buddy23
Oh really? That's good to know. I know there is...

Oh really? That's good to know. I know there is a size limit on the size of the case though?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jan 23, 10:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,726
Posted By buddy23
Yes we need a car. I have priced it up with a car...

Yes we need a car. I have priced it up with a car but seems quite expensive. Aware car hire is still expensive currently but hoping they will drop!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jan 23, 09:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,726
Posted By buddy23
Tampa flight price

Looking at returning Agust 2023 flying direct from London to either Orlando or Tampa. Tampa coming out cheaper by about £100pp.
Flights are BA economy leaving 23/8/2023 return on 6/9/2023 for...
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