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Forum: General Chat 31 Mar 23, 08:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 826
Posted By duchy
I’ve stayed in the student accommodation at UCD...

I’ve stayed in the student accommodation at UCD Glasnevin.
Six rooms sharing a kitchen and common area. Rooms are built in courtyards with trees and foliage and seating areas .
Huge Londis style...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 4 Mar 23, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 523
Posted By duchy
I’ve never had an issue getting an Uber from...

I’ve never had an issue getting an Uber from Disney properties. They are lined up just off property waiting for jobs.
The only time Ubers can be an issue is after fireworks and presumably you are...
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 19,468
Posted By duchy
We don’t actually know how the baby died and...

We don’t actually know how the baby died and whether it was preventable , SIDS can’t be ruled out for example. We also don’t know , yet, why they ran and from whom , the authorities ? Her family ? ...
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 23, 01:33 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,470
Posted By duchy
As a mature student I found mornings worked the...

As a mature student I found mornings worked the when family had out of the house activities best as it gave me a clear time frame and I was fresh.
Evenings were a bit more hit and miss with focus...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 18 Feb 23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 284
Posted By duchy
I’d definitely have a wander around Calgary...

I’d definitely have a wander around Calgary rather than a tight connection at LAX which as an airport is slow and grim.
I’m a big fan of slipping in extra destinations for a first look see en route...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 18 Feb 23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,364
Posted By duchy
Of all the cruise ports in Florida, Miami is the...

Of all the cruise ports in Florida, Miami is the one I like least.
Is Miami a destination for him or could you cruise out of one of the other Florida ports ?
Forum: General Chat 18 Feb 23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,256
Posted By duchy
One thing to add to the mix is that European...

One thing to add to the mix is that European cruises are port heavy and excursions tend to involve more activity than most Caribbean cruises as you tend to be walking old cities, ruins etc rather...
Forum: General Chat 18 Feb 23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,992
Posted By duchy
I’ve wondered about ordering a kosher or Asian...

I’ve wondered about ordering a kosher or Asian meal before now ……..
Forum: General Chat 17 Feb 23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,992
Posted By duchy
And flavour free ;)

And flavour free ;)
Forum: General Chat 17 Feb 23, 04:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,992
Posted By duchy
Breakfast in the BA lounge last month was edible...

Breakfast in the BA lounge last month was edible , good thing too as although it looked nice the inflight breakfast wasn’t .
Forum: General Chat 17 Feb 23, 04:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,992
Posted By duchy
Well, yes, it is. Airlines get to choose the...

Well, yes, it is.
Airlines get to choose the dishes offered to their passengers and have a contract with the food company so the options offered are entirely down to what Virgin “want” (or are...
Forum: General Chat 16 Feb 23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,662
Posted By duchy
Can you do the obligatory sad face for the photo...

Can you do the obligatory sad face for the photo to accompany such media coverage though ?
Forum: General Chat 16 Feb 23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 9,582
Posted By duchy
That stopped a few years ago. It does say they...

That stopped a few years ago.
It does say they don’t do it anymore on the application notes.
Forum: General Chat 16 Feb 23, 03:03 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 9,582
Posted By duchy
Delivered on the 14th . I’m quite envious he...

Delivered on the 14th .
I’m quite envious he has a blue one !
Forum: General Chat 8 Feb 23, 04:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,538
Posted By duchy
Devices not accessing from the “home” IP address...

Devices not accessing from the “home” IP address after 30 days will be blocked apparently.
Forum: Accommodation 5 Feb 23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 666
Posted By duchy
In that situation I’d park the car at Heathrow...

In that situation I’d park the car at Heathrow then take the direct National Express to Gatwick . The last thing you want is even more travelling on your way home after a night flight.
Plenty of...
Forum: Accommodation 5 Feb 23, 11:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,692
Posted By duchy
I was staying in Gosforth last week, good area...

I was staying in Gosforth last week, good area and really quick out to the airport.
My brother lives in Gosforth and works at the airport , he never drives unless on a really stupid shift as the...
Forum: Accommodation 5 Feb 23, 11:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,692
Posted By duchy
Stay anywhere on the Metro line and hop on that ...

Stay anywhere on the Metro line and hop on that . Probably be cheaper too for parking whilst you are away. (If you need it)
I love Metro at Newcastle airport. Unlike Heathrow it’s literally right by...
Forum: General Chat 5 Feb 23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 921
Posted By duchy
I used the Elizabeth line last week from Abbey...

I used the Elizabeth line last week from Abbey Wood to Heathrow . It was a definite upgrade on the Piccadilly line , cleaner, air felt fresher and not as crowded .
All trains go to T2/3 , they run...
Forum: General Chat 3 Feb 23, 10:47 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,700
Posted By duchy
No update …….should we be worried ? ;)

No update …….should we be worried ? ;)
Forum: General Chat 3 Feb 23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,838
Posted By duchy
It happens. My neighbour had strangers knock at...

It happens.
My neighbour had strangers knock at her door , looking for a family who live opposite so they had the wrong door number.
She directed them to the right house but a few days later she...
Forum: General Chat 3 Feb 23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,700
Posted By duchy
So did husband survive ?

So did husband survive ?
Forum: Accommodation 3 Feb 23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,244
Posted By duchy
I’d book a hotel to check in the day you are due...

I’d book a hotel to check in the day you are due to fly , ideally with early check in .
After checking out the villa I’d go straight to the hotel , if they can give you early check in , fab, if they...
Forum: General Chat 3 Feb 23, 06:21 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,509
Posted By duchy
I booked a slot earlier today for Sunday. There...

I booked a slot earlier today for Sunday. There were slots available for later today and all slots Saturday and Sunday.
Gone are the days of turning up at the tip and joining a massive queue.
Forum: General Chat 3 Feb 23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 13,404
Posted By duchy
I worked in education for a year to see if I...

I worked in education for a year to see if I wanted to commit to a PGCE .
It was a large school with a challenging demographic. It wasn’t the kids that made me decide not to qualify to teach, it was...
Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 23, 10:34 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,958
Posted By duchy
I’m wondering if watching through a Q box via the...

I’m wondering if watching through a Q box via the on demand tab rather than through the apps tab whether Netflix will be able to tell.

On the topic of getting Netflix through Sky for £5 rather...
Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 23, 10:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,919
Posted By duchy
You are correct . We had exactly this scenario...

You are correct . We had exactly this scenario and as the child with a living parent I got nothing but my cousins did. My reaction was “I’d rather still have my parents so I’m good” but one of my...
Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 23, 06:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,509
Posted By duchy
Ours is the same. It’s rare I have a project...

Ours is the same.
It’s rare I have a project that I don’t know about a day or two in advance so pre booking is never a problem , I’ve always got the slot I want and no queues on arrival.
...
Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 9,582
Posted By duchy
I’m a bit twitchy as we did my husband’s renewal...

I’m a bit twitchy as we did my husband’s renewal last night on line (1st February the last day before prices go up so likely to be a bit busier) , passport sent today signed for.
I’ll update when...
Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 23, 06:07 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 13,404
Posted By duchy
Some teachers have always had second jobs , as...

Some teachers have always had second jobs , as you say tutoring , working for adventure type holiday companies at Easter and in the summer as well as the non child related side hustles lots of people...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 1 Feb 23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 580
Posted By duchy
Yes several times, it’s a favourite of friends...

Yes several times, it’s a favourite of friends who live there . Nice rather than swish.
We also like Waldos.
Forum: Sport 30 Jan 23, 03:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,524
Posted By duchy
My cousin captained the Irish ladies cricket team...

My cousin captained the Irish ladies cricket team and her brother was also capped playing for the men’s team.
Forum: General Chat 20 Jan 23, 10:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,291
Posted By duchy
I think the thought of spending your days...

I think the thought of spending your days chatting on the phone to people about holidays sounds very attractive (and it is fun , there’s a real satisfaction in finding someone the perfect trip , it...
Forum: General Trip Planning 20 Jan 23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,597
Posted By duchy
£60 to £65 plus tip each way this time last year...

£60 to £65 plus tip each way this time last year.
It’s about an hour and twenty minutes . Straight good road all the way.
Forum: General Trip Planning 20 Jan 23, 10:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,597
Posted By duchy
It’s one of the few pleasant environments there...

It’s one of the few pleasant environments there in August as it’s so hot that it’s vile so it tends to be very crowded.
My brother and sister in law were living there last year and in the height of...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Jan 23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,975
Posted By duchy
For $12 I’d feel safer in an Uber or Lyft with a...

For $12 I’d feel safer in an Uber or Lyft with a tracked journey than a lift from a stranger from the internet.
(No offence to Dan :wavey:)
Forum: General Chat 19 Jan 23, 01:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,852
Posted By duchy
Is that because snow closed Manchester or...

Is that because snow closed Manchester or something else ?
Forum: General Trip Planning 18 Jan 23, 12:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By duchy
Just remember you need six months on your...

Just remember you need six months on your passports for Europe even if just transiting.
Forum: General Chat 18 Jan 23, 12:39 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,291
Posted By duchy
It’s a franchise and like every other franchise...

It’s a franchise and like every other franchise you are paying for a known name , their business relationships with suppliers and a degree of support and training.
There’s also the thought that if a...
Forum: General Chat 16 Jan 23, 04:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,803
Posted By duchy
I’d do something creative so entirely different...

I’d do something creative so entirely different to work. I’d also volunteer at the local cathedral as they need people to help with transcribing old records in their vaults .
Basically things that...
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