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Forum: Accommodation 27 Feb 23, 04:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,555
Posted By Minniesmiff
My husband was in the area last week and called...

My husband was in the area last week and called into the Portofino to ask them directly. He said the front desk staff were a little bemused by what we had been told and were aware they may be some...
Forum: Accommodation 12 Feb 23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,555
Posted By Minniesmiff
Thank you. That’s what the HRH did last year and...

Thank you. That’s what the HRH did last year and I did wonder if the Portofino was just doing the same thing- sounds like it is. Glad I’ve not transferred now as that’s what BA offered us. Thanks...
Forum: Accommodation 10 Feb 23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,555
Posted By Minniesmiff
Portofino Refurbishment

BA Called us last week to inform us there would be refurbishment going on at the Portofino during our stay. We wouldn’t be too bothered as we were at the HRH last year whilst there was work going on...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Jan 23, 06:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,178
Posted By Minniesmiff
It's usually packing, pool day and a nice late...

It's usually packing, pool day and a nice late lunch for us. I wish I was laid back enough to go to a park in the morning but I'm normally super stressed at making sure we're all organised for the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 19 Jan 23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 594
Posted By Minniesmiff
Kids meals are usually chicken nuggets and chips-...

Kids meals are usually chicken nuggets and chips- I think I remember their being some sort of pasta dish once.
Forum: Tickets 19 Jan 23, 05:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 514
Posted By Minniesmiff
Power of Magic Tickets

Hi

We've just booked a trip with the 'power of magic' deal via BA. Could anyone tell me if they issue your tickets before the balance is settled please?

Thanks :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Nov 22, 11:49 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 84,075
Posted By Minniesmiff
2 adults 1 younger adult 1 child August...

2 adults
1 younger adult
1 child

August 2023

MAN-MCO direct with aer lingus In business both ways

7 nights in Portofino club level
14 nights Swan
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Oct 22, 01:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,106
Posted By Minniesmiff
I don’t know if it’s just our experience but When...

I don’t know if it’s just our experience but When you used to get FP+, ADRs seemed to book up much quicker than when Genie was introduced. We would have pretty solid plans in years gone by and I...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Oct 22, 03:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,970
Posted By Minniesmiff
Our flight time for our August 23 trip is showing...

Our flight time for our August 23 trip is showing the same.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Oct 22, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,277
Posted By Minniesmiff
In all honesty I can't remember- we were very...

In all honesty I can't remember- we were very lucky and the bus to AK pulled up as we were walking to the stop and there was only us that got on it. The bus only stops at swan, dolphin and swan...
Forum: Accommodation 20 Oct 22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,222
Posted By Minniesmiff
Totally agree re Stormalong bay actually. We had...

Totally agree re Stormalong bay actually. We had to arrive 15 minutes before the pool opened to get a bed with a parasol, slow service, thought the pool menu was very limited and yes the bridges were...
Forum: Accommodation 20 Oct 22, 01:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,627
Posted By Minniesmiff
I tried to book for our trip in August 23 and it...

I tried to book for our trip in August 23 and it was coming up at £650! No chance.
Forum: Accommodation 20 Oct 22, 12:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,222
Posted By Minniesmiff
We did the same in August but then back to the...

We did the same in August but then back to the Dolphin for a week as we had to extend our trip. The only perk to us of YC was Stormalong bay and paying via magic bands for me. I was actually quite...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Oct 22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,277
Posted By Minniesmiff
You can just walk through the Yacht club and get...

You can just walk through the Yacht club and get the DT bus to MK from there. We stayed at the Yacht club this year and noticed a lot of people were doing it. You wouldn't be doing anything wrong...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Oct 22, 12:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,434
Posted By Minniesmiff
I've just looked on the Disney performers career...

I've just looked on the Disney performers career website and the current vacancies for Characters require a height of 4ft 8 to 5ft... no wonder they are struggling to fill the vacancies!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Oct 22, 12:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,434
Posted By Minniesmiff
Yes they are still at Animal Kingdom :)

Yes they are still at Animal Kingdom :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Oct 22, 09:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,007
Posted By Minniesmiff
We found aer lingus cheaper for our dates (have a...

We found aer lingus cheaper for our dates (have a check on BA site for same flight as it came up slightly cheaper for us). Virgin was crazy for the trip we wanted to take.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Oct 22, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,095
Posted By Minniesmiff
It would have to be escape as 1903 is adults only...

It would have to be escape as 1903 is adults only unless you are flying business class with certain airlines, and children are given a pass.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Oct 22, 08:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,047
Posted By Minniesmiff
We used it to sit and have a drink together. As...

We used it to sit and have a drink together. As fab as the seats are on the A350 when you’re travelling as a family they can be quite lonely especially if you choose seats in front of each other so...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Oct 22, 09:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,055
Posted By Minniesmiff
I will DM you the details Wendy :)

I will DM you the details Wendy :)
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 14 Oct 22, 10:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 508
Posted By Minniesmiff
We did the same journey on our last trip. When...

We did the same journey on our last trip. When you’re not familiar with the resort it can be a bit confusing. There were quite a few confused people walking around 😂 there are 2 hotels and then the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Oct 22, 10:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 906
Posted By Minniesmiff
We booked in store so contacted them and they...

We booked in store so contacted them and they sorted it very quickly. I think it took a day to receive quotes as we asked for a few options, decide and receive a confirmation. It’s definitely worth...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Oct 22, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 906
Posted By Minniesmiff
We added 10 days to our previous holiday...

We added 10 days to our previous holiday including flight change. They only charged the difference in price for the hotel but we had to pay a fee for the flight change I think.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Oct 22, 10:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,327
Posted By Minniesmiff
When we flew in august it would accept any of...

When we flew in august it would accept any of ours including our 2 teenagers. We just turned up with our documents and it was fine.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Oct 22, 09:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,184
Posted By Minniesmiff
We flew uc out of Manchester this year having...

We flew uc out of Manchester this year having booked the previous year. Our plane and seats changed 3 times from the time of booking. The A330 was the earlier flight out of MAN and we ended up on the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Oct 22, 09:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,055
Posted By Minniesmiff
We’ve just booked with them for august and got a...

We’ve just booked with them for august and got a cracking deal via BA. Do check the BA site first as we found the flights cheaper than with Aer Lingus direct. We’ve ended up booking a package with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Oct 22, 02:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,929
Posted By Minniesmiff
1903 is ok but still feels like a generic lounge...

1903 is ok but still feels like a generic lounge you can pay £50 to get in imo. Not a patch on LHR or JFK clubhouses. The staff in there were lovely when we visited and really made a fuss over our...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Oct 22, 03:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,482
Posted By Minniesmiff
Me and my 2 DCs are silver with BA and my husband...

Me and my 2 DCs are silver with BA and my husband is gold. We flew to NY with our children in PE. The business class cabin was absolutely dead and they still wanted £500 each to upgrade.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Sep 22, 01:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,475
Posted By Minniesmiff
My daughter has a long term illness that has been...

My daughter has a long term illness that has been controlled for years now. Sadly during our last trip she had a massive flair up and ended up in a wheelchair. We asked at guest relations in...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Sep 22, 12:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,104
Posted By Minniesmiff
When we went last month the activity packs were...

When we went last month the activity packs were on the desk at the gate. They were giving them out whilst boarding.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 7 Sep 22, 07:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,178
Posted By Minniesmiff
We found there to be plenty of time slots nearer...

We found there to be plenty of time slots nearer the time. I did my ADRs at 11am on the 60 day mark but had to cancel loads whilst we were there (mainly due to Genie+). We were able to rearrange...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 22, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,601
Posted By Minniesmiff
We were there 22nd- 30th

We were there 22nd- 30th
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 22, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,601
Posted By Minniesmiff
We had express passes from staying at HRH and...

We had express passes from staying at HRH and have to say they were worth their weight for sure. It was very busy. The only ride it didn’t seem to save us too much time on was Gringotts as even the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 22, 01:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,781
Posted By Minniesmiff
Star tours is a great ride (in my opinion) and...

Star tours is a great ride (in my opinion) and usually has a very short wait time. It was showing as 10 minutes when we went last week but was definitely less. If you ride it, enjoy it and are...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 22, 01:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,764
Posted By Minniesmiff
We could see they were testing it when we rode...

We could see they were testing it when we rode the Barnstormer last week. I can’t believe how long it’s taken- I hope it lives up to the expectations after all this time.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 22, 01:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,350
Posted By Minniesmiff
AK was super quiet when we went last week. We did...

AK was super quiet when we went last week. We did Everest 3x, kali and avatar x2 before lunch. The na’avi ride was still super long though?

It’d be thunder mountain for me 😊 (although this and...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 6 Sep 22, 02:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,056
Posted By Minniesmiff
I saw Goofy near the gift shop/ exit at ToT last...

I saw Goofy near the gift shop/ exit at ToT last week too- also Pooh and Tigger wandering seemingly randomly trough Fantasyland at MK.

When we went in 2018 (I think) we happened to be walking...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Sep 22, 09:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,425
Posted By Minniesmiff
Thank you x

Thank you x
Forum: Accommodation 4 Sep 22, 09:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 850
Posted By Minniesmiff
If you are prepared to wait the biggest selection...

If you are prepared to wait the biggest selection I saw was at the shop on the left as you walk in at Hollywood Studios
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Sep 22, 09:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,425
Posted By Minniesmiff
Brilliant thank you I will check them out 😊

Brilliant thank you I will check them out 😊
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