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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Aug 19, 09:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,930
Posted By Gaston77
Like most topics on here there are always...

Like most topics on here there are always multiple opinions with advice given based usually on experience. All experiences are unique, if you think it will work and you want to do then I think it’s...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 17 Aug 19, 09:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,844
Posted By Gaston77
Ha! The Kanye West comment...very funny! I love...

Ha! The Kanye West comment...very funny! I love the humour in your writing.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Aug 19, 09:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 528
Posted By Gaston77
We went last December (15th -28th) and it was...

We went last December (15th -28th) and it was definitely ok for t-shirt and shorts during the day. I would take something for early morning and evening time as it does cool down quite significantly...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 4 Aug 19, 10:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,139
Posted By Gaston77
I do enjoy reading your trip reports! Your humour...

I do enjoy reading your trip reports! Your humour and attention to detail make for great reading. Thanks for taking the time to do this.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Jul 19, 07:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 507
Posted By Gaston77
We went to our first Candlelight Processional...

We went to our first Candlelight Processional last December and paid for a dining package (Ale and Compass breakfast) to guarantee a ticket. From my only experience, and if it’s something you want to...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jul 19, 08:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,330
Posted By Gaston77
We (2 adults and 2 kids 17 and 14) went last...

We (2 adults and 2 kids 17 and 14) went last Christmas from 15th Dec to 28th Dec. We flew BA Edinburgh to Gatwick to Orlando return for a flight total of £1485. We booked accommodation separately and...
Forum: Sport 7 Aug 18, 08:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 172
Posted By Gaston77
ROUND FOUR My predicted winner of The US PGA...

ROUND FOUR

My predicted winner of The US PGA 2018 is...

Dustin Johnson
Forum: Sport 18 Jul 18, 08:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 217
Posted By Gaston77
ROUND THREE My predicted winner of The OPEN...

ROUND THREE

My predicted winner of The OPEN 2018 is...
Adam Scott
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 7 Jul 18, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 681
Posted By Gaston77
We ate once at Annette’s Diner which was decent...

We ate once at Annette’s Diner which was decent value - our half board option meant this was a starter, main and dessert here. It’s a burger place and so if this not your thing then maybe best to...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 7 Jul 18, 09:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 681
Posted By Gaston77
I’ve just returned from DLP and similarly stayed...

I’ve just returned from DLP and similarly stayed at Sequoia Lodge. Not sure what type of stay you have booked? Half board? Golden Forest rooms? You won’t find language a problem at the hotel. I did...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 6 Jul 18, 02:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 985
Posted By Gaston77
I’m just back from DLP. Stayed onsite and so...

I’m just back from DLP. Stayed onsite and so benefitted hugely from Early Magic Hours. I think you need to prioritise which rides are important to you and work back from there. Crush’s Coaster...
Forum: Sport 3 Jun 18, 10:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 431
Posted By Gaston77
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Jan 18, 11:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,332
Posted By Gaston77
I too worried about indirect when taking...

I too worried about indirect when taking kids... don’t! They are far more resilient than we are and take it in their stride. Embrace the opportunity to add another destination to your fantastic...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Jan 18, 10:40 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,181
Posted By Gaston77
I think the majority of replies are pretty...

I think the majority of replies are pretty accurate and approx £8500 to £9000 is realistic. I have flown direct from Manchester in July and have been in this sort of price range. I would consider...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Jun 17, 06:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,411
Posted By Gaston77
A very similar response from me as well - paid...

A very similar response from me as well - paid £775 for VA from GLA in July 2013 and since then we have flown from MAN (still VA) with savings over £1000 for family of 4. I find the drive home ok,...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 May 17, 10:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,281
Posted By Gaston77
I disagree with some other replies - you will be...

I disagree with some other replies - you will be paying premium price for flying VA from Glasgow at the start of the Scottish school holidays. We did this 4 years ago and paid far more than we now do...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 May 17, 06:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 857
Posted By Gaston77
Family ESTA renewal

My family (2 adults and a children) got our ESTA last year for our 2016 Florida trip. Obviously still valid for this year...except children's passports have had to be renewed. Do I just apply again...
Forum: Itineraries 20 May 17, 11:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,534
Posted By Gaston77
Friday 30th June - Epcot's fastpass tier system...

Friday 30th June - Epcot's fastpass tier system means you won't get a fastpass for both Soarin' and Test Track... one or the other I'm afraid!
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Apr 17, 08:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,754
Posted By Gaston77
Yes, I tip. I accept we wouldn't tip the regular...

Yes, I tip. I accept we wouldn't tip the regular Disney bus drivers but MDE drivers are loading and unloading suitcases and this service is worthy of a tip in my opinion. I'm sure I saw a sign at the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Apr 17, 06:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,245
Posted By Gaston77
6 months passport validity... again

I'm exasperated! I have read the passport advice on www.gov.uk and also US embassy site along with previous threads here... but 2 travel agents (one of which is Charter Travel) have told my wife we...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 10 Apr 17, 09:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,453
Posted By Gaston77
Other than a 2nd mortgage? And why not! Last year...

Other than a 2nd mortgage? And why not! Last year we paid anywhere from $12 to $17 for a cocktail. I had beer and so we didn't have any wine but I would estimate $40 plus for a bottle. Not sure if...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 Apr 17, 01:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By Gaston77
In addition to previous replies, I would add that...

In addition to previous replies, I would add that most character breakfast/lunch/dinner options are 1 TS credit. Wouldn't want you missing out if you thought otherwise!
Forum: Accommodation 8 Apr 17, 04:16 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,679
Posted By Gaston77
POFQ - never in room long enough to justify...

POFQ - never in room long enough to justify paying anymore than I would at FQ and kids love FQ. I'd put the savings from Yacht Club to going back next year!
Forum: Intro's and Welcomes 8 Apr 17, 03:01 PM
Replies: 6
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Views: 1,005
Posted By Gaston77
Welcome! Your daily thunderstorms won't be...

Welcome! Your daily thunderstorms won't be anything like they can be in July. However, it is closer to hurricane season...

As for buses, you won't have a problem. Buses run all day with more...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Apr 17, 11:32 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,898
Posted By Gaston77
Circumstances and priorities are different for...

Circumstances and priorities are different for everyone! If the parks are a priority whilst on holiday then I would write off this trip and save for next year. Of course, there is so much to see and...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Apr 17, 12:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,006
Posted By Gaston77
There won't be an upper deck... pretty confident...

There won't be an upper deck... pretty confident this route (New York) will not feature the 747 plane you need for upper deck.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 26 Mar 17, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,917
Posted By Gaston77
There's a sports shop in Premium Outlets...

There's a sports shop in Premium Outlets (Vineland) that sells a lot of NHL/NFL/NBA etc etc tops. They're not that cheap though!
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Mar 17, 11:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,312
Posted By Gaston77
I'm another from the West of Scotland who chooses...

I'm another from the West of Scotland who chooses to fly from Manchester and drive back home on return. I've done this twice before and able to cope whilst family sleep! Everyone is different, I seem...
Forum: Itineraries 13 Mar 17, 01:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,926
Posted By Gaston77
Everyone has their own ideas and opinions! My own...

Everyone has their own ideas and opinions! My own opinion is that 2 days in Animal Kingdom is maybe a bit much and 2 days out at water parks is a bit much... how about one of your scheduled AK days...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 1 Mar 17, 12:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 510
Posted By Gaston77
You can get category 1 at the late show (8.30pm)...

You can get category 1 at the late show (8.30pm) - but no, it's not giving me the option for the earlier shows at category 2. Bizarre.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Feb 17, 08:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,519
Posted By Gaston77
We've been end of June/beginning of July for 3 of...

We've been end of June/beginning of July for 3 of last 4 years due to Scottish school holidays. Weather has been hot and oppressive at times but genuinely not too much rain. Dark clouds may appear...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Feb 17, 08:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 510
Posted By Gaston77
Thanks for reply - this is what I've been doing!...

Thanks for reply - this is what I've been doing! Worked fine last year but for some reason I'm experiencing difficulties this year! It'll sort itself out hopefully (maybe try laptop rather than...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 27 Feb 17, 10:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 510
Posted By Gaston77
Hoop Dee Doo on DDP

I booked this last year and was given the option to state I would using DDP credits to pay rather than money. I've tried to book again this year and I'm not getting the option to use DDP credits -...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 Feb 17, 12:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 988
Posted By Gaston77
Everyone has their favourites. Taking into...

Everyone has their favourites. Taking into account the ages of your children I would definitely recommend Raglan Road. Food is ok and children choices are absolutely fine...but they will love the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 15 Feb 17, 09:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 881
Posted By Gaston77
If daughter not a huge eater then I wouldn't book...

If daughter not a huge eater then I wouldn't book Garden Grill OOP. I'd go with Starbucks or head to France in World Showcase for Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie where you'll admittedly spend a bit...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 15 Feb 17, 09:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,201
Posted By Gaston77
Tough one. Two completely different experiences...

Tough one. Two completely different experiences with 50s Prime Time providing some humour at my expense (I didn't finish my veg and server announced this to the whole restaurant) whereas SciFi had a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Feb 17, 07:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,686
Posted By Gaston77
Not familiar with your route but we usually...

Not familiar with your route but we usually travel from Scotland to Manchester the night before. Apart from the security of knowing you're near the airport, I feel travelling in the early hours makes...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 14 Feb 17, 10:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 499
Posted By Gaston77
We dined at both last year, both serve family...

We dined at both last year, both serve family style but we thought Liberty Tree Tavern was better. Garden Grill has the characters if that's what you are looking for but in terms of the food then...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 Feb 17, 03:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,129
Posted By Gaston77
Another vote for Raglan Road. Fairly extensive...

Another vote for Raglan Road. Fairly extensive menu choice which should appeal to all tastes. Makes a great family dining venue as entertainment is pretty good. I think the kids will enjoy it!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Feb 17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 594
Posted By Gaston77
From memory, I think you will receive a separate...

From memory, I think you will receive a separate reference for MDE however it can sometimes take a few days to activate on MDE site.
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