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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,882
Posted By derenstar
I think other people had trouble with the...

I think other people had trouble with the discount code on ATD on launch day too. Try using incognito mode on your browser. Otherwise give them a call tomorrow. They can do it over the phone for you.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,882
Posted By derenstar
You can use your quick service credits in the...

You can use your quick service credits in the parks as well as Disney springs. There are some really great places too it’s not just hot dogs, burgers and chips. For example Saturi Canteen at Animal...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,882
Posted By derenstar
We got an 11% discount with ATD as we booked...

We got an 11% discount with ATD as we booked within first 48 hrs of the deal. They should still have a 10% code on their site, did you apply that?

Note that you will need to book your hotel and...
Forum: Accommodation 21 Apr 24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 438
Posted By derenstar
Unfortunately given your party makeup, I can’t...

Unfortunately given your party makeup, I can’t see how you’re going to get around the cost issue, if you want to be onsite. Years ago, when our kids were smaller, we used to travel with my husband’s...
Forum: Accommodation 21 Apr 24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 438
Posted By derenstar
Your other alternative if you want to be in the...

Your other alternative if you want to be in the bubble is to look into renting points for a 1 bed villa in a DVC property. We stayed in a 1 bed at OKW in 2022 and it had tons of space.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 456
Posted By derenstar
Thanks so much for this. I wasn’t going to book...

Thanks so much for this. I wasn’t going to book our Universal portion yet as I thought rooms hadn’t been released for August 25. But just looked on Travel Republic and they’ve got some great prices...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,882
Posted By derenstar
You can book your Disney hotel and ticket package...

You can book your Disney hotel and ticket package anywhere that is doing the offer, you don’t need to book with just Disney direct. Provided your dates and Disney resort are included in the offer and...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 957
Posted By derenstar
In 2019 when we last had the DDP, we averaged...

In 2019 when we last had the DDP, we averaged around $40 per meal for the 4 of us. Thought that was reasonable. This was based on tipping at 18%. Most of our meals came in at just under $200 if we’d...
Forum: Social Groups 19 Apr 24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,615
Posted By derenstar
Do you remember the insane storm that...

Do you remember the insane storm that afternoon/evening?! We honestly thought at one point that it was going to be called off. Luckily it cleared up
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Apr 24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,521
Posted By derenstar
Beach Club 7 nights from 22 -29 Aug. 2 adults,...

Beach Club 7 nights from 22 -29 Aug. 2 adults, two teens (14 &17 when we go) £5101 including tickets and DDP. Booked with ATD. In 2019, 10 nights with DDP at the Contemporary inc tickets was £3336...
Forum: Social Groups 19 Apr 24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,615
Posted By derenstar
We did MNSHP on 23 August 2022 and absolutely...

We did MNSHP on 23 August 2022 and absolutely loved it. It wasn’t weird at all, I think because MK is decorated for Halloween from mid August so it felt ‘right’ somehow.

It was one of the many...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Apr 24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,512
Posted By derenstar
I thought about booking a moderate and upgrading...

I thought about booking a moderate and upgrading to the DDP. However for the moderate we wanted (CSR Tower) the savings were minimal (under £200) compared to booking Beach Club with the DDP. So for...
Forum: Social Groups 18 Apr 24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,615
Posted By derenstar
Can I join in? We’ve just booked today too,...

Can I join in? We’ve just booked today too, travelling 22 August staying 7 nights at Beach Club followed by 7 nights somewhere offsite (not yet decided where)! Last went in 2022 so super excited. My...
Forum: General Trip Planning 2 Nov 23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,625
Posted By derenstar
We’re off to Abu Dhabi in February. We can’t wait...

We’re off to Abu Dhabi in February. We can’t wait and it’s not crossed my mind that we shouldn’t go. We did 3 nights there in August for the first time before moving to Dubai (which we’ve done a few...
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Jul 23, 05:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,828
Posted By derenstar
We’ve got a family connecting room at the WB...

We’ve got a family connecting room at the WB Hotel for our upcoming trip next month. This has two bedrooms, one with two double beds and the other with a king bed and two bathrooms. This is perfect...
Forum: General Trip Planning 14 Jul 23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,828
Posted By derenstar
It’s exceptionally hot in the summer, 40+ degree...

It’s exceptionally hot in the summer, 40+ degree with a ‘real feel’ of 50+ is the norm. However, it’s also really easy to keep cool and Dubai is very well set up for it. There is air con everywhere...
Forum: Accommodation 12 Jul 23, 01:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By derenstar
Also need to take into account resort fees for...

Also need to take into account resort fees for some of the Disney springs/good neighbour hotels which can run into the hundreds. That’s the biggest thing that puts us off.
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Jul 23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,828
Posted By derenstar
The Jumeriah Beach area is better located and...

The Jumeriah Beach area is better located and easier to get around I think. Downtown and the Marina areas are also good choices. Palm Island is a bit isolated but with cheap and plentiful taxis,...
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Jul 23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,828
Posted By derenstar
We are doing Dubai and Abu Dhabi next month (yes,...

We are doing Dubai and Abu Dhabi next month (yes, know it’s going to be hot like hell but we’ve been before and know how to manage it).

We are doing Abu Dhabi first, 3 nights at the WB hotel on...
Forum: Accommodation 26 Jun 23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,409
Posted By derenstar
Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear that! I remember your...

Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear that! I remember your concern after I posted and truly hoped our experience was a one off. What happened? I hope you didn’t let it ruin your holiday too much? Dealatrip...
Forum: General Chat 9 Jun 23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,570
Posted By derenstar
It’s not just Tunnel Bear, I’ve tried other free...

It’s not just Tunnel Bear, I’ve tried other free VPN apps and the US Disney sites don’t work either. I think Disney have made changes
Forum: Shopping in Florida 27 May 23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,352
Posted By derenstar
You should be able to get them in different...

You should be able to get them in different colours. Mine and my girls have blue ones and DH has a dark grey one. Picked up ours in store.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 27 May 23, 08:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,352
Posted By derenstar
We have the decathlon ones. They’re very robust...

We have the decathlon ones. They’re very robust and fold up small into an accompanying bag. We’ve been using ours for years and they’re still in good nick. Well worth it.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 May 23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 703
Views: 75,347
Posted By derenstar
I take it I can now expect the annual Dibb debate...

I take it I can now expect the annual Dibb debate about whether or not Free dining will be offered? Yay for the return of normality!😂

For us, we paid for the ddp before we figured out we could get...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 May 23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 717
Posted By derenstar
I don’t know how they do it but we booked with...

I don’t know how they do it but we booked with them in 2019 and got our stay at the Contemporary for less than Disney and got about $100 extra gift card to what Disney was offering at the time.
Forum: Accommodation 26 Apr 23, 10:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,450
Posted By derenstar
We stayed at the contemporary in one of the...

We stayed at the contemporary in one of the garden wing rooms in 2019. We actually really liked being away from the hustle and bustle of the tower, whilst being close enough to all the amenities. We...
Forum: Accommodation 16 Mar 23, 11:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 622
Posted By derenstar
Not sure if it’s helpful as we rented DVC when we...

Not sure if it’s helpful as we rented DVC when we stayed last year but below are my notes from when I was researching:

- [ ] Avoid Buildings 11-29 as you have to go through the master bedroom to...
Forum: Accommodation 14 Mar 23, 09:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,076
Posted By derenstar
We rented DVC for the first time last year and...

We rented DVC for the first time last year and stayed in 1 bed villa at OKW. I rented through someone who works for the same company I do but in one of our US offices (she’d posted on the DVC Disney...
Forum: Accommodation 16 Feb 23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,003
Posted By derenstar
Have stayed at both and the Portofino rooms are...

Have stayed at both and the Portofino rooms are definitely much bigger, especially for a family of 5. Having said that, we much preferred the styling and vibe at the RPR but if it’s space you’re...
Forum: Accommodation 11 Feb 23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,560
Posted By derenstar
I can’t see it happening personally. For us,...

I can’t see it happening personally. For us, renting points is the way forward to staying on site now.
Forum: Accommodation 11 Feb 23, 11:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,243
Posted By derenstar
I absolutely love the look and theming of SSR but...

I absolutely love the look and theming of SSR but have never stayed. We rented points at OKW last year and it was lovely, had a very chilled, peaceful vibe. We had a 1 bed and it was huge! Plenty of...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Dec 22, 01:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 442
Posted By derenstar
We flew United in August and the Attestion form...

We flew United in August and the Attestion form is part of their check-in process in the app. I took a screenshot and posted about it here: https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=1234655...
Forum: Accommodation 22 Sep 22, 11:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,213
Posted By derenstar
French Quarter for us too. Love the theming, food...

French Quarter for us too. Love the theming, food and just how compact it all is. Ask for a corner room.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 16 Sep 22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,353
Posted By derenstar
Also recommend the Decathlon ones. Very robust...

Also recommend the Decathlon ones. Very robust and reused for the fourth time this August
Forum: Accommodation 12 Sep 22, 11:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,692
Posted By derenstar
A couple of weeks ago, we booked POFQ 2 days...

A couple of weeks ago, we booked POFQ 2 days before checking in, whilst at Universal Hard Rock. We booked directly on the WDW website, taking advantage of a 25% off Disney+ subscribers offer. Not...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Sep 22, 07:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,378
Posted By derenstar
We were there the same time as you. Not...

We were there the same time as you.

Not sure what time you arrived on the 19th but we landed around 5.30/6pm and there was an almighty storm by the time we picked up the car and drove out of the...
Forum: General Chat 12 Sep 22, 06:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,424
Posted By derenstar
I was actually asked this very question by my...

I was actually asked this very question by my sister the other day when I told her I had the post Disney blues. Others have articulated better what I struggled to explain. DH is adamant this was our...
Forum: General Chat 12 Sep 22, 06:37 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,756
Posted By derenstar
Trippies are what attracted me to the Dibb in the...

Trippies are what attracted me to the Dibb in the first place and I absolutely love reading them. So many creative, funny and talented writers. I use them for ideas and to build knowledge to enhance...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Sep 22, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 845
Posted By derenstar
You might be better of waiting to you get there...

You might be better of waiting to you get there to buy your magic band+ anyway, so much more choice than when you preorder. I was happy with my preorder but my family members all found styles they...
Forum: General Chat 12 Sep 22, 05:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,703
Posted By derenstar
We booked a condo with Dealatrip that was in a...

We booked a condo with Dealatrip that was in a right state and won’t ever use them again.

I’m appalled but not surprised OP, that they didn’t send you a reminder. Yes they didn’t have to and agree...
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