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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jun 23, 01:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 543
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi Helen To give my view on some of your...

Hi Helen

To give my view on some of your questions:

- Will 2 adults 3 kids be able to get an Uber from the airport? Or will it be easier to book a mears transfer?

A lot depends on the amount...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 May 23, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,702
Posted By Pobbypaws
We were there over Easter and were allowed to...

We were there over Easter and were allowed to stay in our Cabana during the storm. There were 6 of us and we did have to pull all the chairs into the middle and huddle during the worst of the storm...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Apr 23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 776
Posted By Pobbypaws
We are here at the moment. Last week it was...

We are here at the moment. Last week it was really hot - and still around 30 degrees in the evening and we didn’t even think about a cardi/jacket. Weather changed yesterday and in Magic Kingdom...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 Aug 22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,268
Posted By Pobbypaws
I was a size 22 when I last did Universal but am...

I was a size 22 when I last did Universal but am also ‘well endowed’ and also struggled with the rides with overhead harnesses. It really does depend where you carry your weight as my husband is...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 Jul 22, 01:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 628
Posted By Pobbypaws
We did the Rose & Crown one when we were there in...

We did the Rose & Crown one when we were there in May. We did it previously when Illuminations was still on and it was great - and well worth it for the fireworks view. The food is ok - they are...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Jul 22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 601
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, I know the feeling about ride vehicles as I...

Hi, I know the feeling about ride vehicles as I have a knee injury and it often takes me longer to board rides, especially those where I have to 'climb' and I often feel rushed. One thing I do...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Jun 22, 04:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,524
Posted By Pobbypaws
The cans of spray deodorant (Sure etc.) that we...

The cans of spray deodorant (Sure etc.) that we pay £1-2 for in the UK were $9-10 in the supermarkets last week! Tampons were $8-9 for a box of 32 in the supermarket - very limited on brand/type. ...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 10 Jun 22, 04:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 514
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, no - your parking receipt is good for all...

Hi, no - your parking receipt is good for all parks for the rest of the day, so you only pay once.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Jun 22, 02:07 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 25,867
Posted By Pobbypaws
An interesting one at Boma on Saturday morning. ...

An interesting one at Boma on Saturday morning. We were in a long(ish) queue (about 10 mins) for the buffet hot food and as we got to where you pick up the plates, the chap in front picked up 6...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jun 22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,741
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, Virgin use a website called 'fly ready' for...

Hi, Virgin use a website called 'fly ready' for their uploads (Verifly is BA). If you search 'Virgin Fly Ready' in Google it will take you to a page where you enter your booking reference and name...
Forum: General Chat 29 May 22, 02:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,106
Posted By Pobbypaws
We’ve just left Pop Century to move to...

We’ve just left Pop Century to move to Margaritaville. The smell around the smoking area at Pop was awful.. such a strong smell of weed all the time. Not yet noticed it anywhere else though…
Forum: General Chat 25 Apr 22, 03:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,880
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, the programme in Wales is a little bit...

Hi, the programme in Wales is a little bit different, but follows the same principles. If you Google 'Traineeships Wales' you'll find a few providers such as People Plus and North Wales Training. ...
Forum: General Chat 25 Apr 22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,880
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hopefully the college will continue to support...

Hopefully the college will continue to support. There is lots of other support out there - it's just finding the right people to talk to and give you some good advice. If he can't/won't continue at...
Forum: General Chat 5 Mar 22, 06:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, our hot tub is a Wellis but we recently...

Hi, our hot tub is a Wellis but we recently bought a replacement lid from The Canadian Spa Company Ltd. It was the best price we could find and available in a range of sizes. Arrived promptly and no...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Aug 21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,037
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, we went in Feb 2020. Every day except one...

Hi, we went in Feb 2020. Every day except one was lovely, warm and sunny. I generally get cold, but spent the time in shorts/T-shirts with a light cardigan for the air con in the evening. However,...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jul 21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 570
Posted By Pobbypaws
We tried to book our villa of choice back in...

We tried to book our villa of choice back in mid-March as soon as the 2023 school holiday dates were published - but it was already booked. I agree there will still be plenty of availability for...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 26 Feb 20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 873
Posted By Pobbypaws
Another vote for Rock and Brews here. We ate...

Another vote for Rock and Brews here. We ate there last week having originally just gone in for drinks. Lots of choice on the menu and all of us really enjoyed our food. Would happily eat there...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Feb 20, 05:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,585
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, we were in Disney from the 17th to the 24th...

Hi, we were in Disney from the 17th to the 24th Feb as we deliberately stayed elsewhere in Florida over the Presidents Day weekend as we knew that would be busy. That said, it was still really busy...
Forum: General Chat 23 Feb 20, 12:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,290
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile I use an Oyster card in a little card pouch and...

I use an Oyster card in a little card pouch and just tuck it in my bra whilst on a journey. Less likelihood of it being stolen and easy to access - but it does make me feel a bit like a teenager!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Feb 20, 12:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile It got down to 9 degrees yesterday (Friday) and...

It got down to 9 degrees yesterday (Friday) and the wind was bitter which was the reason for the closure. CM’s were in many layers and still complaining about the cold. Back up to 21 degrees today...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Feb 20, 12:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile Yep - it’s been 30 degrees every day for the last...

Yep - it’s been 30 degrees every day for the last week and then yesterday was arctic! We got the Skyliner from HS to Epcot and the wind was bitter. Very glad it’s warming up again and hopefully...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Feb 20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,518
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile We are there today. We were in the park for...

We are there today. We were in the park for 7:30am and ready with fingers poised on the app for 8am. Pressed ‘join boarding group’ immediately it became available - and within a few seconds it told...
Forum: General Chat 15 Oct 19, 09:41 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 12,054
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile Not my MIL but the MIL of my friend. My friend...

Not my MIL but the MIL of my friend. My friend is a perfect size 8 and purchased a really lovely jumpsuit that fitted her perfectly. The first time she wore it her MIL took one look and said...
Forum: Accommodation 17 Sep 19, 10:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,743
Posted By Pobbypaws
Much as AKL is a beautiful hotel and the view of...

Much as AKL is a beautiful hotel and the view of the animals is amazing, for me nothing beats being on the Boardwalk, being able to sit looking out at the water and strolling into Epcot for dinner or...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Sep 19, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By Pobbypaws
I did Disney and Universal in May with a single...

I did Disney and Universal in May with a single elbow crutch. I had no issues at the airport and in fact they were extra helpful most of the time. I had to put it through with the trays at security...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Jun 19, 07:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 928
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile I’ve just come back and was able to use my EE Max...

I’ve just come back and was able to use my EE Max Plan with no issues. I had a message from EE on arrival in Florida confirming it.
Forum: General Chat 3 Jun 19, 07:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,525
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile I’ve just come back and this time I used a Factor...

I’ve just come back and this time I used a Factor 50 facial suncream and then just a pressed powder in top. This seemed to work well although in previous years I’ve used a tinted moisturiser but I...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 31 May 19, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 761
Posted By Pobbypaws
We did this a couple of weeks ago. We upgraded...

We did this a couple of weeks ago. We upgraded our 14 day ultimate tickets about 4 days into our 2 weeks stay so that we didn't pay for parking once we moved offsite. We checked before hand and...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 30 May 19, 02:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 867
Posted By Pobbypaws
CM passes and MDE/Magic Bands

Hi

My friends stepdaughter starts work at Disney in July for a year on their international college programme.

DH and I are Disney regulars and they've therefore asked us to go with them to...
Forum: Guest Services 23 Apr 19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 497
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, Yes, i'm having the same issue. I've...

Hi,

Yes, i'm having the same issue. I've been trying since 12 noon and have tried on a mobile, tablet and laptop but keep getting the 'we are unable to put this page together right now, so please...
Forum: Accommodation 1 Mar 19, 02:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,387
Posted By Pobbypaws
Hi, you still get the benefits associated with...

Hi, you still get the benefits associated with the individual Universal hotel regardless of who you book with. Only Hard Rock Hotel, Portofino Bay and Loews Royal Pacific Resort provide the 'Express...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 17 Feb 19, 02:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 851
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile Using an elbow crutch at Disney and Universal.

Hi, I did post this in the special needs forum but I didn’t get a response so trying again. I’m looking for some advice please? I injured my knee last year and as a result I still walk with an elbow...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 16 Feb 19, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,560
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile Using a crutch at Disney and Universal

Hi, I’m looking for some advice please? I injured my knee last year and as a result I still walk with an elbow crutch. As a Disney regular I know that the standard solution is a wheelchair or...
Forum: General Trip Planning 31 Oct 18, 11:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 988
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile Hi, I did have to take mine off at security in...

Hi, I did have to take mine off at security in Manchester though as their scanners are particularly sensitive. The time I forgot I got pulled over for the additional scanners and that is what they...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Jul 18, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 462
Posted By Pobbypaws
Mobile I tried this today as I still can’t book my seats...

I tried this today as I still can’t book my seats for May. I used the text service and was advised that they couldn’t book these for me - but the ‘technical glitch’ with their system should be fixed...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Mar 18, 01:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,254
Posted By Pobbypaws
We were a group of 8 in February and used Whats...

We were a group of 8 in February and used Whats App pretty successfully. We did have a challenge in some of the Disney Parks when the wifi 'dropped' for a while and messages were delayed. However,...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 12 Mar 18, 11:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By Pobbypaws
Yes, there is one in Japan in Epcot, the Katsura...

Yes, there is one in Japan in Epcot, the Katsura Grill. It's upstairs and has a range of sushi meals for QS credits. They also have a kiosk, the Kabuki Café, downstairs with a sushi selection for...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 Mar 18, 11:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By Pobbypaws
We love the Cowfish restaurant at City Walk at...

We love the Cowfish restaurant at City Walk at Universal. Their offer is burgers and sushi (or their own burgushi which is a combo of both!) and we always eat there at least a couple of times each...
Forum: Accommodation 15 Feb 18, 01:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 613
Posted By Pobbypaws
I struggled with the hairdryers in a couple of...

I struggled with the hairdryers in a couple of the hotels (the one in the Hard Rock Hotel weighs a ton!) and found a hotel that didn't supply them so I ended up buying one in Walmart a couple of...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Feb 18, 04:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,327
Posted By Pobbypaws
We arrived on Thursday at 16:15 and we were about...

We arrived on Thursday at 16:15 and we were about halfway back in the queue of our flight. It took just over an hour for us and I guess quite a bit longer for those behind us. Another three planes...
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