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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Feb 23, 09:27 PM
Replies: 413
Views: 124,755
Posted By flang
We have booked for September and feel confident...

We have booked for September and feel confident that they will lift all restrictions but it still worries me that they will extend it again.
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 22 Feb 23, 09:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,924
Posted By flang
Hi Beady, have a look at https://justmarry.com/ ...

Hi Beady, have a look at https://justmarry.com/
We had a WDW wedding around 4 years ago at the swan and dolphin but had many of our photos around the broadwalk with no problem whatsoever.

We had...
Forum: Accommodation 14 Feb 23, 11:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,282
Posted By flang
I am checking prices daily and the prices are...

I am checking prices daily and the prices are just crazy. I've never paid anymore than 50 for a airport premier inn or travelodge but now they are around £90 for all three dates that I need.
For me...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Sep 19, 09:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,782
Posted By flang
Hopefully that will work for everyone. Ours was...

Hopefully that will work for everyone. Ours was paid using gift vouchers so we can only pray or hope our travel insurance covers it.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Sep 19, 09:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,782
Posted By flang
best of luck mate, I really hope you get your...

best of luck mate, I really hope you get your tickets. We booked ours in May so i hope TC have paiid them and they can issue the tickets.
Ive been checking my travel insurence tonight to see if its...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Sep 19, 08:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,782
Posted By flang
Im in the same boat here to please keep me...

Im in the same boat here to please keep me updates GJones.
We had £500 worth of gift vouchers and as i knew they would be worthless we used them for park tickets for our next trip... however me...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 13 Sep 19, 08:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,620
Posted By flang
Hi Clare. Unofficially anyone can access the...

Hi Clare.
Unofficially anyone can access the grounds as the gates are usually unlocked. The pavillion is locked though.
We didnt get married at the pavillion but got some cheeky amazing shots...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 13 Sep 19, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,998
Posted By flang
We seriously considered changing our venue from...

We seriously considered changing our venue from the swan and dolphin to this but decided against it and glad we did. The S&D being located next to the broadwalk and beach club ment we could ge some...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 22 Aug 19, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By flang
H Fiona, I have done both and it depends what you...

H Fiona, I have done both and it depends what you want. I loved the fact we could dress up nice have dinner and watch the fireworks on the calfornia grill balcony (the food is amazing).
Have you...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 22 Aug 19, 03:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,656
Posted By flang
Hi blueberry, we got married in march at WDW and...

Hi blueberry, we got married in march at WDW and stayed at port orleans. We didnt get any type of room upgrade unfortantly but did get some balloons in our room after our wedding day.
We wore the...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 26 Jul 19, 02:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,159
Posted By flang
I personally think its luck of the draw and risky...

I personally think its luck of the draw and risky especially on your wedding day. Have you considered watching the fireworks from the contemporary balcony or Polynesian resort. We booked the grande 1...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 Jun 19, 09:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,088
Posted By flang
Mobile We flew in March and had exacly the same! Salmon...

We flew in March and had exacly the same! Salmon Sandwiches! 95% of the plane didn't want them... I personally think its clever on BAs part as they did stop the second meal but due to public outcry...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 13 Jun 19, 09:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,830
Posted By flang
Hey dreamer, I cant comment on the virgin...

Hey dreamer, I cant comment on the virgin packages, but we had our wedding at the S&D in march and can give you loads of advice if you would like it.
We booked ours seperate but arranged the...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 13 Jun 19, 09:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,721
Posted By flang
We got married at the swan and dolphin in march...

We got married at the swan and dolphin in march and had tons of photos around broadwalk, polynesian and the grand floridian. we were even lucky enough to get shots inside the wedding pavillion.
If...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 26 May 19, 09:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,389
Posted By flang
we had our wedding dinner at Ohanas in March and...

we had our wedding dinner at Ohanas in March and all 17 of us were seated within 10 minutes,this was at 4pm.
we have however waited just over an hour before now and 30 mins on an evening...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 11 May 19, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,208
Posted By flang
we went to the Osceola County Courthouse and were...

we went to the Osceola County Courthouse and were in and out with a certificate in 25mins. Really quick and really easy.
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 7 May 19, 09:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,362
Posted By flang
we recently got married at WDW and my partner...

we recently got married at WDW and my partner used beaute speciale, cost $75 plus tip.
Hair looked amazing.
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 7 May 19, 09:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,260
Posted By flang
You do not need to complete a court but you will...

You do not need to complete a court but you will need to get the license signed by a notary which cost upwards of £100 unless you have done this already. We recently got married and just drove to the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 15 Apr 19, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 562
Posted By flang
Hi Biggwigg, just wanted to add that you really...

Hi Biggwigg, just wanted to add that you really can eat out cheap and expensive.
We do both and budget around £100 per day (Couple) and this is normally ok if you include really cheap places like...
Forum: Tickets 5 Jan 19, 10:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,144
Posted By flang
yep they stopped that years ago. We bought some...

yep they stopped that years ago.
We bought some Non-expiry disney tickets a few years ago and still have a few days left to use but disney have stopped selling these to. :(
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 31 Dec 18, 11:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By flang
Yes techniclally 3 hours but ive never been told...

Yes techniclally 3 hours but ive never been told by a cast member just what ive heard... You could park at the fantasy golf car park by the S&D and walk over not sure of the limit but their are no...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 31 Dec 18, 11:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,080
Posted By flang
have you tried AutoEurope? I normally find them...

have you tried AutoEurope? I normally find them the cheapest epecially via their newsletter link/offer...
Forum: Accommodation 4 Nov 18, 09:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 581
Posted By flang
The best thing to do in my opinion is study the...

The best thing to do in my opinion is study the crowd calenders. This should give you some idea but like others have said its all an unknown.
I tend to take a broad look at all the calenders from...
Forum: Accommodation 4 Nov 18, 09:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 781
Posted By flang
POR Horse and Carriage Rides

Guys, Could somebody enlighten me on how the horse and carriage rides work at Port Orleans Riverside and if wedding attire is allowed?

We are getting married next year at the S&D and thought it...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 4 Nov 18, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 612
Posted By flang
Universal Photoshoot

We are considering a Disney shoot to but also wanted to do a Universal one. Does one exist? or has anyone sourced a photographer to do a personal shoot?
Thanks all
Forum: Accommodation 19 May 18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 548
Posted By flang
Hotels with firework views?

Hi All,
Can anyone recommend any hotels that have views of the fireworks? We stayed at the Ramada gateway (192) a few years ago and that had really good views of the disney fireworks. Thanks guys.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 May 18, 09:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,803
Posted By flang
We have been a couple of times, good but nothing...

We have been a couple of times, good but nothing to rave about. I personally perfer Kobe on I drive.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 May 18, 09:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,263
Posted By flang
We use them most of the time purley because 95%...

We use them most of the time purley because 95% of the time they are the cheapest but only when clicking through their newsletter offers.
So sign up for their newsletter and save $$$$
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 May 18, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,870
Posted By flang
Its a bit of hassle but you could take the lynx...

Its a bit of hassle but you could take the lynx bus 50 from the Disney Ticket and Transport Centre to Seaword and take the I ride trolley to I drive (Old wet n wild) and walk over the bridge.
Uber...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 May 18, 08:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,053
Posted By flang
Wow I cant believe the one on I drive by old wet...

Wow I cant believe the one on I drive by old wet n wild has shut down. Ive font memories of this place as a kid when we used to stay at the old holiday inn express (opposite). Anyone also remember...
Forum: Accommodation 13 May 18, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 670
Posted By flang
Hi Yes, we booked with the free dining but...

Hi Yes, we booked with the free dining but upgraded to the DDP hence the total cost for SSR or OKW is only £100 extra.
Forum: Accommodation 13 May 18, 02:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 670
Posted By flang
Upgrade from PORS to SS or OKW

Hi Guys, please help us decide. We have booked a standard from at Port Orleans Riverside for next year but now Saratoga Springs and Old Key West are coming up at £100 more. extra (total)

We are...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Apr 18, 02:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,010
Posted By flang
Yeah they stopped it after they refurbished their...

Yeah they stopped it after they refurbished their I drive branch a few years back.
My record was 5 and a half racks but speaking to our server she said the record was 16!
We prob wont go back...
Forum: Tickets 25 Apr 18, 08:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 886
Posted By flang
Can someone tell me about MK fireworks cruises

Hi Guys,
So we are getting married at the Swan and Dolphin and love the idea of ending our day watching the fireworks from one of the boats with our guests.
Has anyone done one and could give us...
Forum: Tickets 23 Apr 18, 09:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,325
Posted By flang
Thanks for the replies all. We do have days...

Thanks for the replies all.
We do have days left on our non expiry tickets but we wouldnt want to use them on this trip unless we were really desperate.
We finally decided to book the Port Orleans...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 23 Apr 18, 09:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,771
Posted By flang
deff Longhorns for steaks. We also like...

deff Longhorns for steaks.
We also like chillis, Outback, olive garden and bahamma breeze.
Forum: Tickets 22 Apr 18, 06:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,325
Posted By flang
Thanks, I thought this was the case. back to...

Thanks, I thought this was the case. back to square one :(:(
Forum: Tickets 22 Apr 18, 05:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,325
Posted By flang
Using Disney tickets before checking in?

Hi Guys,
We are in the process of booking hotels etc for our wedding at the Swan and Dolphin and have hit a bit of a bomb shell.
Our plan was to spend 6 days offsite and 10 days on site and buy a...
Forum: Weddings and Honeymoons 25 Feb 18, 10:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,386
Posted By flang
Hey Big dreams. We are getting married at the...

Hey Big dreams.
We are getting married at the swan and dolphin next year. We wanted to have a wedding at the Disney chapel but you can only book a max 9 months in advance which wasnt fair on our...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 26 Oct 17, 08:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,067
Posted By flang
Informal Wedding reception at a Disney Restaurant

Can this be done?
We are considering booking a Swan and Dolphin wedding and ideally would want to hold an informal dinner at one of the Disney restaurants, partially Ohanas. We don't want to do...
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