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Forum: Accommodation 22 Jun 20, 08:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’ve used AirBnB & HomeAway for trips to Florida...

I’ve used AirBnB & HomeAway for trips to Florida. All good experiences but I did do my homework as well.

Worthy of note was the excellent customer service from AirBnB due to COVID-19. Received a...
Forum: Tickets 3 Jun 20, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 877
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’ve cancelled my holiday as I can’t see it being...

I’ve cancelled my holiday as I can’t see it being anything like what we’ve had previously. As a result I chose to lose my £120 deposit with FloridaTix. That was family of 4 (Disney, Universal, DC...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 May 20, 09:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 901
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I booked flights only for 9/7/20 to 27/7/20...

I booked flights only for 9/7/20 to 27/7/20 direct with VA.

On 21/4/20 I contacted VA via the What’sApp number and asked if I could request an ‘open ticket’ that was advertised on their website...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 25 May 20, 09:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 733
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I have a sloth interaction at Busch Gardens...

I have a sloth interaction at Busch Gardens booked for July that I’ve tried cancelling via their email/ website on 29/4/20 and again on 15/5/20. I’ve had no reply whatsoever from them?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 May 20, 07:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,353
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Ally, What email address did you use?

Ally,

What email address did you use?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 May 20, 08:13 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 18,276
Posted By Bradz
Mobile The app is working for me fine and still showing...

The app is working for me fine and still showing both flights as ‘On Time’

Dates 9/7/20 - 27/7/20

However, when I logged in via website it says ‘ SCHEDULE CHANGE
We're really sorry, we've had...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 May 20, 04:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,353
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’ve seen VA telling people on Twitter the...

I’ve seen VA telling people on Twitter the flights are cancelled in July on the dates you mentioned and to DM for options.

On the VA website it states they have cancelled flights and customers...
Forum: Tickets 22 May 20, 08:13 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,699
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Interesting thread this... Legally where do...

Interesting thread this...

Legally where do ticket providers stand with this when Disney, Universal etc. are closed?

They can’t take a % as they’ve not delivered on the contract and we know...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 May 20, 04:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 642
Posted By Bradz
Mobile It’s a big call and I don’t think anyone on here...

It’s a big call and I don’t think anyone on here is 100% certain. There is a lot of people saying it’s a ticket and not voucher BUT what’s the difference? For me it’s not worth the risk because it’s...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 May 20, 09:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,464
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’ve been saying this for weeks. It’s a proper...

I’ve been saying this for weeks. It’s a proper grey area IMO and I would not like to be the one that takes the plunge and loses all that money because someone on here says it’s not the same as a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 May 20, 09:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,226
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Just to clarify as people think the open ticket/...

Just to clarify as people think the open ticket/ voucher still entities you to section 75 protection! It doesn’t necessarily.

Please read Martins Money Saving Expert
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 May 20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By Bradz
Mobile No cut off date but to be honest I would be very...

No cut off date but to be honest I would be very surprised if VA make it through next week without going into administration.

I would wait to see what happens as I believe you wouldn’t be covered...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 May 20, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Saying that I would hold off for a week. I think...

Saying that I would hold off for a week. I think we will get clarity next week as to what is happening with VA
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 May 20, 08:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By Bradz
Mobile It’s May 2022 not May 2021

It’s May 2022 not May 2021
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 May 20, 09:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,349
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Realistically they won’t be going on holiday on...

Realistically they won’t be going on holiday on the 4th July.. People with have their own opinion but looking at all the information coming out there will be either FCO ban, Florida ban (3 phase...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Apr 20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,908
Posted By Bradz
I take it you were meant to fly prior to the 30th...

I take it you were meant to fly prior to the 30th June 2020 to get the free amendment? (Open Ticket) 🎫

I personally think you have jumped to early and would have waited for the outcome of VA...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Apr 20, 06:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 693
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Just a word of warning from MSE 👍🏻 ...

Just a word of warning from MSE 👍🏻

https://twitter.com/martinslewis/status/1255158970978717696?s=21
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Apr 20, 09:03 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 14,472
Posted By Bradz
Mobile One that he can’t afford to pay back? 🤷🏼 Seems...

One that he can’t afford to pay back? 🤷🏼 Seems more of a handout to me.. and before you say it look at the accounts for the last 3 years
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Apr 20, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’ve been to Florida a couple of times and had...

I’ve been to Florida a couple of times and had never even heard of DFCH. I always do my research and get the best deal possible when it comes to car hire.

When I looked in October 2019 for July...
Forum: General Chat 17 Apr 20, 10:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,794
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I must admit I hate Hermes.. I can’t tell...

I must admit I hate Hermes..

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had the email ‘delivery was attempted’ the building is staffed 24/7 and there always has to be someone on the front desk. How can...
Forum: General Chat 6 Apr 20, 11:45 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,605
Posted By Bradz
OP I had it done at the end of last summer and...

OP I had it done at the end of last summer and it’s been a godsend!

I had my whole garden done but very happy with the quality of the artificial grass. I had ‘Grass Giant Goliath 40mm 1400gsm’
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Apr 20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,554
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Sorry to say this but if you want worse case...

Sorry to say this but if you want worse case scenario this is it..

USA 🇺🇸 still have restrictions in August on people entering the Country BUT Virgin are still flying that particular flight ✈️ for...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 20, 08:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,538
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Thanks Chelsea. That’s good to know 👍🏻

Thanks Chelsea. That’s good to know 👍🏻
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 20, 09:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,325
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’m due to fly VA on 9th July. I’m in the...

I’m due to fly VA on 9th July. I’m in the fortunate position that I will receive my money back on most things until June (Villa, Car Parking at airport etc.) I would lose £120 for my park tickets as...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 20, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,498
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Am I right in saying that if you take the voucher...

Am I right in saying that if you take the voucher and something else happens in the future you WOULD NOT be insured? I’ve seen some posts about moving holidays after the CV.

My personal opinion...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Mar 20, 04:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 512
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Insurance query - Florida July 2020

I’ve booked a DIY Florida holiday.
Dates; 9/7/20 - 27/7/20 flying VA.

My question is; I have booked a Villa via Airbnb in 2019 and paid the 50% deposit (£1000) The remaining balance is due on...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Mar 20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,352
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Defo wait until they cancel! You probably...

Defo wait until they cancel!
You probably already know this but you are definitely not going on holiday and they will be giving you a full refund!
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 21 Mar 20, 09:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,402
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I cancelled a couple of months ago as DFCH had a...

I cancelled a couple of months ago as DFCH had a better deal. They tried to charge me a cancellation fee but I had a screenshot the ‘Free Cancellation’ and ended up getting my money back in full.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Mar 20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 570
Posted By Bradz
I only go in July 2020 so holding on but I’m so...

I only go in July 2020 so holding on but I’m so glad I paid the extra £2 with holiday extra’s for free cancellation.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Mar 20, 10:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,525
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Andy, I know it’s early doors yet however...

Andy,

I know it’s early doors yet however I’ve locked in for July ‘20. I have every intention of going if flights/ parks are open!

Balance is due by May. If we are still in a position where...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Mar 20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,460
Posted By Bradz
Yes Yes. I pay on a card so slightly...

Yes Yes.

I pay on a card so slightly different. You authorise for it to take a certain amount but it only charges you for what you take
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 7 Mar 20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,460
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Same. I fill up on the 192 as I’m going back to...

Same. I fill up on the 192 as I’m going back to the airport. Never been an issue!

First time I ever went I paid to bring it back empty. I found myself looking at it constantly gutted at the fact I...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Mar 20, 04:31 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 66,916
Posted By Bradz
Mobile 9/7/20 - 27/7/20 (18 days) MAN to MCO (Virgin...

9/7/20 - 27/7/20 (18 days)
MAN to MCO (Virgin Atlantic)
2 adults & 2 children (14 & 10)

Flights ✈️ - £2103
Villa - £1866
Car Hire (Alamo - Intermediate SUV) 🚗 - £496
Park tickets - £3378
-...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 1 Mar 20, 08:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,330
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I go 9th July ‘20 for 19 days. Intermediate...

I go 9th July ‘20 for 19 days.

Intermediate SUV with insurances (1 driver)

Booked with DFCH (Alamo) for £497. Had to keep an eye on the prices quite often to lock in at that price. Seems to...
Forum: Tickets 23 Feb 20, 10:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 813
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I did the 21 day ticket! 🎫 £160 for 4...

I did the 21 day ticket! 🎫

£160 for 4 people for the extra flexibility is nothing and is the cost of one persons admission for a day.
Forum: Accommodation 18 Feb 20, 12:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 873
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I stayed at the Premier Inn South in 2017 prior...

I stayed at the Premier Inn South in 2017 prior to going to Florida. Breakfast was amazing and I got a great deal at the time.

£64 which included parking and breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children...
Forum: Accommodation 18 Feb 20, 10:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 873
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I’ve seen this on a thread recently. I believe...

I’ve seen this on a thread recently. I believe the only difference is the size of the rooms due to the layout (family rooms etc.)

I think car parking is £10 a night at both now. It use to be free!...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 Feb 20, 09:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,528
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Cheap? Just paid $217 (2 people) for a sloth...

Cheap? Just paid $217 (2 people) for a sloth interaction. I wouldn’t say they are cheap.

Definitely recommend the DC Ultimate Ticket for the price!
Forum: Tickets 18 Feb 20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By Bradz
Mobile I also booked with a Black Friday deal. July...

I also booked with a Black Friday deal.

July ‘20 - 4 adults (Non Swim) Ultimate ticket (Seaworld/ Busch Garden etc.) £692

Done the swim on 2 previous trips and absolutely love the place. Highly...
Forum: Itineraries 18 Feb 20, 09:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,795
Posted By Bradz
Mobile Looks good 👍🏻 I’ve seen some silly ones where...

Looks good 👍🏻
I’ve seen some silly ones where people are going to the parks on day 1.

Definitely need the break on day 5 and can always cancel the evening EMH if the kids are not up for it.
...
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