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Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 7 Jan 24, 05:32 PM
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Posted By ian180
Thanks, a good perspective and some other ideas...

Thanks, a good perspective and some other ideas too! Thank you.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 7 Jan 24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 255
Posted By ian180
Interesting review, thanks for quoting the link...

Interesting review, thanks for quoting the link. I will look at Tripadviser too, I just thought it would be nice to eat in our hotel. We have stayed at the Grand Floridian many times and enjoyed...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 7 Jan 24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 255
Posted By ian180
Itinerary and Dining at Grand Californian.

Hi

Excited to have just booked 4 nights at the Grand Californian this July.

I have done a little itinerary but could use some advice as to eating here and CA please:

Day 1 - Arrive 4pm, so...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 31 Dec 23, 05:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 365
Posted By ian180
Disney on site hotel - New Year Sale?

Hi - Looking to stay at the Grand Californian for 4 nights in August, and have been holding out until now to book - do Disney tend to have any sale around now or in the immediate future for their...
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Nov 23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,461
Posted By ian180
Thanks guys for the Intercontinental Willard...

Thanks guys for the Intercontinental Willard recommendations, it looks rather plush too with a lovely grand lobby and in a good location. I will have to put my thinking cap on but that looks a good...
Forum: General Trip Planning 26 Oct 23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,461
Posted By ian180
Haha - thanks! It did look very appealing... ;) ...

Haha - thanks! It did look very appealing... ;)

Still within walking distance of what we wanted?
Forum: General Trip Planning 26 Oct 23, 04:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,461
Posted By ian180
Washington DC - a choice of two hotels...

Hi

Narrowed it down to two 5* hotels for 4 nights next August, I just would like anyone's opinion if you have stayed there, or would recommend that particular area.

We are looking for an...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 12 Oct 23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 661
Posted By ian180
Interestingly I may have resolved it. I tried the...

Interestingly I may have resolved it. I tried the Google browser and it is showing $$ rates, but not on Microsoft Edge. Anyway, I can compare prices which is good, but only on Google!

Thanks.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 12 Oct 23, 02:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 661
Posted By ian180
Hi - yes, I have done dummy bookings from January...

Hi - yes, I have done dummy bookings from January up to July (when we want to go) through https://disneyland.disney.go.com/hotels/grand-californian-hotel/

I think it shows availability, but...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 8 Oct 23, 03:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 661
Posted By ian180
DisneyLand rates - not available at all?

Hi - I checked two or three weeks ago, and now today, I cannot see any rates coming up for the Grand Californian (or indeed any of the DL hotels).

I have put multiple dates in across all the...
Forum: General Trip Planning 29 Aug 23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 911
Posted By ian180
We stayed in the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge,...

We stayed in the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, right in the heart of the forest and on top of a most beautiful lake. Not cheap, but amazing and many different room categories to choose from too.
Forum: General Trip Planning 28 Aug 23, 12:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 467
Posted By ian180
Washington DC - 5* City hotels?

Hi

Booked to fly to Washington DC next August - we went a few years back and stayed in the lovely Georgetown area, but this time we wanted to be more central to the White House, decent...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 23, 03:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By ian180
OMG - Amazing. I wanna live there. Either of them...

OMG - Amazing. I wanna live there. Either of them would suffice!

Decisions, decisions! Thanks.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By ian180
... Would there be good sunsets to be seen at...

... Would there be good sunsets to be seen at either Malibu or Laguna beach would you know?
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By ian180
Thanks both - a bit of research to do and stuff...

Thanks both - a bit of research to do and stuff to consider - thanks for your recommendations and opinions!
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 9 Apr 23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By ian180
Santa Monica beach - any alternatives?

Hi

We had an amazing 3 night stay in Shutters on the Beach last year, right on SM beach with some amazing sunsets; we loved the room, view, restaurants and atmosphere.

We are going back next...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 22 Aug 22, 03:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
Yes, we were on the 777-300, with new J and F...

Yes, we were on the 777-300, with new J and F seats/suites. Only 8 seats in F with the new config, rather than 14. We were lucky with the Avios I guess then!
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 22 Aug 22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
Hi - yes, I used Viator and here is the link for...

Hi - yes, I used Viator and here is the link for the tour. I was picked up at my hotel, my guide had some ideas on what to do but listened to my requirements and we had an interesting and informative...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 21 Aug 22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
We flew Business Class internally and used a...

We flew Business Class internally and used a flight voucher left over from cancelled flights during the pandemic. Current costs for July next year look at around $300 one way economy for an early day...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 21 Aug 22, 02:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
That's OK - A380 on way home! I can see the...

That's OK - A380 on way home! I can see the oldness in Shutters, but as you say, they refurbish it well! Masks were an option, a few did, most didn't, but personal preference. In fact throughout our...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 21 Aug 22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
Thanks Megaflyer - it was First Class (we used...

Thanks Megaflyer - it was First Class (we used Concorde Lounge at LHR), and perhaps it was new suites for us as we have only been in the older ones before! There were only about 5 planes ( we were on...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 21 Aug 22, 01:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
Sorry for long post - just seen it, got carried...

Sorry for long post - just seen it, got carried away! A few random photos as well of the trip. Thanks.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 21 Aug 22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/5660/a4c9f7e3...

https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/5660/a4c9f7e3cb9403.jpghttps://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/5660/8d9fc6ff6789a5.jpghttps://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/5660/5f7f05cfcbce53.jpghttps://www.thedibb...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 21 Aug 22, 01:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By ian180
Grand Californian / Santa Monica and Vegas - Our highlights, Not on a budget!

Hi

Just back from a splurge 16 nights away - after 2 years of not travelling we had saved quite a bit for (thanks to Avios) First Class flights with BA to Boston on their new suites, rather nice...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 25 Jul 22, 04:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,356
Posted By ian180
We're flying into LA next week from NYC - luckily...

We're flying into LA next week from NYC - luckily (I hope!) we are flying into John Wayne Orange County airport. It is a bit nearer to Disney Land, so hope it pays off for us. 90 minute wait - what a...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 30 Jun 22, 09:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By ian180
We are staying at Shutters on the Beach in Santa...

We are staying at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica in early August, so this is a great thread! We love sunsets so are hoping for some good ones. We will walk to the pier plus any other places...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 26 Jun 22, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 798
Posted By ian180
Thanks, that’s helpful. The only time available...

Thanks, that’s helpful. The only time available was 8.40pm, so that would be for the second showing, but that is too late for us to eat. I will probably go for the Hungry Bear option, they only had...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 26 Jun 22, 03:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 798
Posted By ian180
Fantasmic Dinner Package - Blue Bayou

Hi

I am looking to book the Fantasmic dining package at the Blue Bayou for 4th August and it is now advertising this package on the dining page. When I go into booking, the drop down box only...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 5 Jun 22, 12:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,023
Posted By ian180
We have eaten at Prime, a steak restaurant in the...

We have eaten at Prime, a steak restaurant in the Bellagio where you can get a good window seat. It is expensive but you get a good meal there, as with Spago's next door, both very good. We have also...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,726
Posted By ian180
Haha! Sounds like we are going to have a great...

Haha! Sounds like we are going to have a great time this year...it is nice to get back to a bit of normality!

JoS - make sure you are on top deck as you sail under the bridge; We were on Princess...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 22, 01:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,122
Posted By ian180
Thanks - me not thinking and being lazy!

Thanks - me not thinking and being lazy!
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 22, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,122
Posted By ian180
Thanks! I think I have been sold 2 nights in MK...

Thanks! I think I have been sold 2 nights in MK (lots of evening entertainment coming back) and splurge on the WOC Dessert Dining package so at least we can sit and enjoy it!

Thanks all.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Apr 22, 12:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,726
Posted By ian180
...I need to update my signature! We did that...

...I need to update my signature! We did that just before lockdown - our second Alaskan cruise - and it was fabulous. Won't go too much off topic, but the majesty, serenity and breath taking sights...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 9 Apr 22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,726
Posted By ian180
Indeed! Both awesome suites in their own way. I...

Indeed! Both awesome suites in their own way. I love the newness of Wynn, just the location is the only minor drawback. Bellagio is getting a bit old now, but as it was the first Vegas hotel we...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 9 Apr 22, 03:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,122
Posted By ian180
Thanks Bad Pink Tink! Good thoughts and will...

Thanks Bad Pink Tink! Good thoughts and will really help me plan - I haven't booked anything yet, but all that makes sense. So much to see and so little time - I appreciate your great tips!
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 8 Apr 22, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,122
Posted By ian180
Well, I decided to (try to) book the Dessert...

Well, I decided to (try to) book the Dessert Party seating for WOC for our first night, then Fantasmic dining package for second night, and then Wine Country Trattatoria dining package for WOC on our...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 8 Apr 22, 03:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,726
Posted By ian180
We stayed in the Penthouse in the Bellagio and it...

We stayed in the Penthouse in the Bellagio and it was superb, plus you get the special 'secret' lounge access and lounge check in, with the free drinks and h'ors d'oeuvre at certain times. His n...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 3 Apr 22, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,122
Posted By ian180
Disney GC for three nights - how to split the Evening magic?

Hi

We are fortunate to be staying at the Grand Californian for 3 nights, arriving at 3pm the first afternoon, early August.

Just in planning stage, though can't book parks for a couple of days...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 6 Mar 22, 06:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By ian180
Thanks Bad Pink Tink - lots to read and digest. I...

Thanks Bad Pink Tink - lots to read and digest. I like to print off, read, research and then book, so this is incredibly helpful.

We are going in August and staying at the Grand Californian, so...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 6 Mar 22, 06:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By ian180
Show and Dine Package?

Now that Spectromagic and World of Colour are coming back, are there any / did there used to be any decent dine and show packages?

We are after decent sit down restaurant, price not too important,...
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