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Forum: General Chat 4 Feb 22, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3,994
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Posted By shrek1609
Should we book?

Should we book?
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 29 Sep 19, 04:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 772
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Having flown out 12 days ago I am now very...

Having flown out 12 days ago I am now very definitely in the sandwich camp.
Fortunately we had bought some in boots and taken on the plane.
DH chose the curry (he didn’t have much choice as every...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 29 Sep 19, 04:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,454
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Universal is MEGA busy atm at weekends as it’s...

Universal is MEGA busy atm at weekends as it’s Halloween Horror Nights Wed-Sun each week.
The parks are lovely and quiet Monday/Tuesday.
Not so bad wed/thurs but then crazy busy over the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 29 Sep 19, 04:09 AM
Replies: 214
Views: 37,153
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Been on resort at HRH all week. The ride has...

Been on resort at HRH all week.
The ride has been at capacity most of the week and working well. Average wait has been about an hour.
Today there were issues with the ride, the park was mega busy...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 28 Sep 19, 03:28 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 25,703
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile We are here now and over the past couple of weeks...

We are here now and over the past couple of weeks have been three times to Vineland outlets... once in a morning, once late afternoon and one evening and I’ve still to set foot inside character...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Sep 19, 01:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,954
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile I’ve been wearing skirts all week with no issues...

I’ve been wearing skirts all week with no issues.
Wear whatever you find comfortable.
I’ve fely much cooler in a skirt this year than shorts
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 22 Sep 19, 02:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,500
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Exact choice we had virgin on 15 September

Exact choice we had virgin on 15 September
Forum: Accommodation 22 Sep 19, 03:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 455
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Disney fireworks Rosen plaza

For anyone considering the Rosen Plaza ask for a high room overlooking Disney.
We are in 1349 and have spent a lovely evening in the room watching all the fireworks.
Would be amazing for children...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 21 Sep 19, 02:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,406
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile We’ve been on Idrive today and can confirm it is...

We’ve been on Idrive today and can confirm it is now closed. The unit is empty
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Sep 19, 03:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile If going at rope drop then book your first...

If going at rope drop then book your first fastpass for an hour after park opening.
At rope drop make your way to one of the headline rides and ride that, then have your three fast passes blocked...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Sep 19, 12:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,779
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile DAS not in use during MNSSHP or fastpass (after...

DAS not in use during MNSSHP or fastpass (after 7pm)
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 Sep 19, 02:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,779
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile So so busy last night, 17 Sept. Queues were...

So so busy last night, 17 Sept.

Queues were crazy for some rides... busier than we’ve seen them through the day.

I’d say if you want a fun themed evening with lots of candy, parades and...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 Sep 19, 02:06 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 181,623
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile We did MNSSHP last night, 17 Sept, and have done...

We did MNSSHP last night, 17 Sept, and have done it a few years ago I have to say it was soooo busy last night.

We managed space m and buzz early on but then the queues for rides were long.
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Sep 19, 02:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,579
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile We are here at the Plaza at the moment for our...

We are here at the Plaza at the moment for our first week.
Having stayed at Rosen @ Pointe before I would definitely always book Plaza now.

Everything within easy walk on I drive.
Discounts...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 16 Sep 19, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,558
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Flew into mco via manchester virgin my experience yesterday

Checked in with Virgin and was given a virgin pin badge and told to attach to the sunflower lanyard which I could obtain at special assistance.
My luggage was all marked up as priority so I...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Sep 19, 09:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,972
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Onboard now Was allowed to board early as...

Onboard now

Was allowed to board early as obviously on medical assistance

Hands and stomach swabbed, as well as my medical case.
Totally ignored my usual bag.

I think the fear was worse...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Sep 19, 08:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,972
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Secondary Security Screening Selection or...

Secondary Security Screening Selection or Secondary Security Screening Selectee
Means more security checks from what I understand.
Been to USA quite a few times never had it before but google is...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Sep 19, 08:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,972
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Sat at Manchester got the dreaded SSSS

So trying to get on this holiday has been a nightmare.
Needing medical clearance, carrying medical equipment then yesterday it wouldn’t let me check in... today we know why.
Got the dreaded SSSS...
Forum: General Chat 13 Sep 19, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 801
Posted By shrek1609
We saw it this morning whilst going through the...

We saw it this morning whilst going through the centre to drop our pooch off ready for us flying out on Sunday.
Looks mighty impressive
Forum: General Chat 13 Sep 19, 10:05 PM
Replies: 3,994
Views: 218,061
Posted By shrek1609
Packing Orlando Sunday

Packing Orlando Sunday
Forum: Hurricane Advice 13 Sep 19, 08:21 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 42,380
Posted By shrek1609
If you're travelling, this won't cause...

If you're travelling, this won't cause cancellations to flights as the winds are nothing different to gusty winds that you face at home. If this develops as expected then the worst of it wont be for...
Forum: Hurricane Advice 12 Sep 19, 10:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,973
Posted By shrek1609
Humberto

Ok guys, so it now has a name and according to the Orlando Sentinel its now expected to hit Florida over the weekend so should I panic?

Due to fly out Sunday into MCO
Forum: Accommodation 11 Sep 19, 11:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 759
Posted By shrek1609
Rosen Plaza or Rosen @ Pointe Orlando are our go...

Rosen Plaza or Rosen @ Pointe Orlando are our go to before Universal

Plaza more of a hotel, Pointe more of a motel
Forum: General Chat 11 Sep 19, 10:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,074
Posted By shrek1609
Ooh and don't forget that until you have your uni...

Ooh and don't forget that until you have your uni place confirmed in writing AND your student finance set up most banks won't let you amend to a student bank account (and again that's something that...
Forum: General Chat 11 Sep 19, 10:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,074
Posted By shrek1609
I worked in education until my cancer diagnosis...

I worked in education until my cancer diagnosis hence my advice to holiday BEFORE exam results day.
People don't realise things can, and all too often do, change on A level results day (even more...
Forum: Hurricane Advice 11 Sep 19, 09:55 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 42,380
Posted By shrek1609
thank you, I log in for your updates each...

thank you, I log in for your updates each morning. We fly Sunday, all being well
Forum: General Chat 10 Sep 19, 09:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,074
Posted By shrek1609
Adjustment/Clearing all depends... timescales...

Adjustment/Clearing all depends... timescales are down to the uni and them looking at your childs application/grades and suitability.

In adjustment my son had an answer from the Uni in hours but...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Sep 19, 09:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 389
Posted By shrek1609
I like the perks of staying at Universal at...

I like the perks of staying at Universal at HRH/RPR/PB and always feel that the week at Universal feels more relaxed than disney.

Booking it is easy enough; I find VH really helpful but have also...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 10 Sep 19, 09:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,755
Posted By shrek1609
Thanks, am busy compiling a list ;) DH would...

Thanks, am busy compiling a list ;)

DH would quite happily clear my plate as well as his own but I dont want to be over faced, as it just puts me off completely.

I have a list going and am...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Sep 19, 11:13 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,209
Posted By shrek1609
thank you :)

thank you :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Sep 19, 07:06 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,209
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile Can someone post a link to how we sign up to this...

Can someone post a link to how we sign up to this please?
Forum: General Chat 9 Sep 19, 04:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,074
Posted By shrek1609
I'm an old hand at this now, and my youngest...

I'm an old hand at this now, and my youngest moves out to uni this weekend.

So from experience I wouldn't holiday anytime from A level results day onwards.

Why?
Well you need to be here for...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 Sep 19, 08:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,755
Posted By shrek1609
Going to have a look at the kids menus I think ;)

Going to have a look at the kids menus I think ;)
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 Sep 19, 08:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,755
Posted By shrek1609
Just had a read of your food report and OMG those...

Just had a read of your food report and OMG those pulled pork fries are top of my list! Thank you
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 Sep 19, 02:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,755
Posted By shrek1609
Post chemo trip and need snack and small portion food ideas, as big meals overface me

As the title says I'm just out of chemo and after lots of battling have been given permission to fly.

So this year I get to spend my birthday in Florida, whereas last year I spent it on a...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Sep 19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,055
Posted By shrek1609
we were in the same situation with our trip this...

we were in the same situation with our trip this month.

The dibb busy day guide wasnt much help as it said avoid most parks most days so I looked further afield.

If you google wdw crowd...
Forum: General Chat 8 Sep 19, 01:11 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,021
Posted By shrek1609
Look at it another way... do you and your son...

Look at it another way... do you and your son want him to have the best chance after college? Both my DD and DS have both had jobs through 6th form. Both managed to combine work with study and went...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Sep 19, 12:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 580
Posted By shrek1609
23rd September

Confused:blush:

On 23rd September we will be at Universal, staying at HRH.
Now I appreciate that Studios is closing at 5pm Wed-Sun because of HHN, and as much as we had hoped to spend the...
Forum: General Chat 8 Sep 19, 09:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,040
Posted By shrek1609
Mobile I think from memory there was just shy of a...

I think from memory there was just shy of a thousand pound in mine so I’m going to guess at £964
Forum: General Chat 7 Sep 19, 07:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,535
Posted By shrek1609
Hi Amanda, Ive just been catching up with Isabels...

Hi Amanda, Ive just been catching up with Isabels update.

I personally havent had immunotherapy but my dad did very successfully for secondary lung cancer and his professor at the Christie said...
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