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Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Jan 20, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 565
Posted By k1971
one way car hire

We've got a tentative plan to do New York for a few days and then pick up a car and do a road trip down to Orlando.
The prices are astronomical! £2k for the end of June.
Going the other way is £530...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 1 Aug 19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,958
Posted By k1971
Are the current sand lake roadworks related to...

Are the current sand lake roadworks related to the new park possibly? There were a lot of works east of I-drive for a couple of miles the other week.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 27 Jul 19, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,524
Posted By k1971
I got sealable pouches for our phones that worked...

I got sealable pouches for our phones that worked really well for $5 each at the $5 or less store on the 192 at Rolling oaks a few weeks ago.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Jul 19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,058
Posted By k1971
One thing I've discovered on O2 even with Roaming...

One thing I've discovered on O2 even with Roaming is that the data is severely throttled. It was useable - but only just.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Jul 19, 10:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By k1971
One of our cases was 31.5kg on our way back on...

One of our cases was 31.5kg on our way back on Sunday there. Got a knowing smile from the Thomas Cook check in guy!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Jul 19, 10:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 898
Posted By k1971
I think, as a general rule: Long haul IFE uses a...

I think, as a general rule: Long haul IFE uses a standard 3.5mm jack.
Short haul often uses a proprietary connector.
All Thomas Cook planes with seatback IFE on their Airbus A330s flying to...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 21 Jul 19, 11:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,136
Posted By k1971
Filled up at the speedway in Disney on the way...

Filled up at the speedway in Disney on the way. Prices were reasonable. $30 filled the tank. $2.63 or thereabouts.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Jul 19, 01:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,136
Posted By k1971
Thanks everyone. That makes sense!

Thanks everyone. That makes sense!
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Jul 19, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,136
Posted By k1971
Best Gas Station on route to MCO?

I'll need to top up the tank on the way to return the hire car. Is there any gas station dibbers would recommend close by? I'll be coming from Disney's All Star resort.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 10 Jul 19, 10:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,417
Posted By k1971
Currently it's 3 or more pairs for $39.99 each at...

Currently it's 3 or more pairs for $39.99 each at vineland and premium outlet i-drive
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 10 Jul 19, 10:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,528
Posted By k1971
We went today for 8.30 opening. Even though on...

We went today for 8.30 opening. Even though on site guests get entry at 7.30, we managed to walk on to most of the rides. I'd done Honu and the three drop-floor slides (ko'okiri, plus the two...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 10 Jul 19, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By k1971
Will have a look there, Thanks. I got a...

Will have a look there, Thanks.

I got a cheap "my other ride is a monorail" t-shirt with print imperfections at the Disney store at premium outlet at international drive today. ($8!)
Forum: Shopping in Florida 10 Jul 19, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 868
Posted By k1971
where can I find 3 mountains t-shirt?

I've seen a couple of t-shirts being worn by people
One is "the mountains are calling: Thunder Splash Space"
The other is "Thunder Splash Space repeat"
Any idea where they're sold in Disney?
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 10 Jul 19, 07:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,607
Posted By k1971
Personally speaking I think the Express passes...

Personally speaking I think the Express passes are a complete rip off in terms of value for money.
Only some rides they get you on quickly.

DW and DD2 did minion mayhem the other day. DD1...
Forum: Accommodation 8 Jul 19, 11:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By k1971
We checked in on Sunday there (7th) not long...

We checked in on Sunday there (7th) not long after 7am.
The room was ready so we got straight up, unpacked and into the park for not long after 8am
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jun 19, 02:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 743
Posted By k1971
Another Scot! Cant remember what we've got...

Another Scot!
Cant remember what we've got booked that day... DW is in charge of Fastpasses!
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 19 Jun 19, 01:22 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,143
Posted By k1971
that's good to know. Been 4 years since our last...

that's good to know. Been 4 years since our last trip, sometimes I forget the details about what IHOP, Waffle House and Denny's etc are like. Starbucks and Costa, are a minefield!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jun 19, 01:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 743
Posted By k1971
MK on 4th July

Are we mad to consider even attempting this, or will everyone be trying to ride Avatar, slinky dog or Hagrid in IoA?
:pgig:
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 19 Jun 19, 01:13 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,143
Posted By k1971
Ahh coffee Here's how it works., probably...

Ahh coffee

Here's how it works., probably not strictly accurate, but enough to give you an idea what you're looking at.

Espresso = 30ml (in the UK) of very strong coffee. That's your baseline...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 18 Jun 19, 01:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,966
Posted By k1971
I know what you mean. But having to get up at...

I know what you mean. But having to get up at 5am... seemed pointless to have a hotel! getting up and leaving at 1am,... I might snooze on the plane!

One thing has been cleared up... No F&Bs at...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 18 Jun 19, 12:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,966
Posted By k1971
what to do about breakfast at MAN ?

We fly in 10 days :pgig: Setting off from home in Glasgow around 1.30am to get to Manchester T1 for check in at around 5.30-6am.

What's the best plan for breakfast? get airside or do it before?...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Jun 19, 11:07 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
Is that MT2650 on 24th? If so, flight radar is...

Is that MT2650 on 24th?
If so, flight radar is showing it as an A333. The only TC one I know of doing the route is the same Scandinavian plane, OY-VKI It's just come back into service after being...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Jun 19, 07:49 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
Flight radar tells me that the Scandinavian TC...

Flight radar tells me that the Scandinavian TC A330-343 (OY-VKI) did a 2 hour flight from Angeles City in the Philippines returning to the same airport, after no activity so I'm guessing that was...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 Jun 19, 04:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,635
Posted By k1971
just said to DW about the wait time and she...

just said to DW about the wait time and she reckons it will calm down in a couple of weeks. I think the people at the back of the queue right now will be riding about the time we land!
Forum: General Chat 12 Jun 19, 05:00 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,658
Posted By k1971
Just to echo what others have said. The rain in...

Just to echo what others have said.
The rain in Florida is part of the fun - mostly at any rate. Yes it's a pain in the backside when they close the outdoor rides due to thunderstorms. But the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Jun 19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,445
Posted By k1971
Thanks Claret1882 We're on MT2604 on 28th. ...

Thanks Claret1882
We're on MT2604 on 28th. Seat plan is showing all economy but I'm half hoping that one of the 3 with downstairs loos or oy-vkf will be on the route
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Jun 19, 09:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,445
Posted By k1971
I'm near Glasgow but we're flying from...

I'm near Glasgow but we're flying from Manchester. The airport is a little familiar because I've flown from there before but I still find it overwhelming until I'm safely in the air. then on...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Jun 19, 09:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,445
Posted By k1971
Mine was made by a lady who runs her own small...

Mine was made by a lady who runs her own small business called 'Forever Bears' on Facebook. I've been in touch and she's told me that it's plastic pellets, and given me washing instructions too.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Jun 19, 07:51 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
Today's man-mco flight is on a Thomas Cook A330 ...

Today's man-mco flight is on a Thomas Cook A330
G-TCXC
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 11 Jun 19, 12:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,723
Posted By k1971
go after 6pm, it's free parking!

go after 6pm, it's free parking!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Jun 19, 12:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,445
Posted By k1971
Thomas Cook Special Assistance For Autism

We've requested special assistance for our MAN-MCO flights, due to my recently diagnosed ASD (and elder DD is awaiting diagnosis).
We've asked for a quiet area if required and and priority boarding;...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jun 19, 08:13 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
It's currently an hour out from Manchester on...

It's currently an hour out from Manchester on MT2849 from JFK so they'll be aiming for a quick turnaround
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jun 19, 07:33 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
It's also running 70 minutes late...

It's also running 70 minutes late...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jun 19, 06:51 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
I've just checked flight radar, MT2604 this...

I've just checked flight radar,
MT2604 this morning is TCs own A330 with PE and downstairs loos , tail number
G-OMYT
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jun 19, 11:36 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 35,323
Posted By k1971
Any idea how long its overunning by? We're...

Any idea how long its overunning by? We're booked on the 28/06 flight on the route and getting twitchy
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 4 Jun 19, 09:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,127
Posted By k1971
Haha! I like your thinking, Mick! :pgig:

Haha! I like your thinking, Mick! :pgig:
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Jun 19, 11:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,127
Posted By k1971
Dang it! Still crossing my fingers... might send...

Dang it! Still crossing my fingers... might send DW over to the other garage for a reccie and get her to ring me up if they've got a Dodge Charger or something :pgig:
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Jun 19, 09:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,127
Posted By k1971
We fly in on a Friday, it's a fairly early flight...

We fly in on a Friday, it's a fairly early flight from Manchester, so hopefully there will be loads of choice, but I'm guessing it doesn't work like that!
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Jun 19, 12:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,127
Posted By k1971
Chevy would do.. hoping they have a reasonable...

Chevy would do.. hoping they have a reasonable selection when we arrive on the Friday.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Jun 19, 09:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,127
Posted By k1971
What's in the Full Size row at Alamo MCO at the moment

Anyone got any info on what vehicles are in the Full Size Car row at Alamo in MCO?
We fly in 25 days, and I'm getting a bit excited. Last time we ended up with a Hyundai Sonata. Looking for...
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