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Forum: Trip Planning Florida Yesterday, 01:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,211
Posted By florenceandmary
Hi, I have been for 1 week on two occasions and...

Hi, I have been for 1 week on two occasions and those still remain my favourite trips. I think because you only have so many days you make the most of them whilst also acknowledging you can't do...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 26 Jul 19, 01:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,316
Posted By florenceandmary
I don't really use google maps and rely on my...

I don't really use google maps and rely on my iphones map or my own cars sat nav. I do have the Google Mapsapp on my phone - can you give me a quick rundown on using offline as I'm conscious of using...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Jul 19, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 993
Posted By florenceandmary
2 Weeks Till Depature - What Have I Missed

My fastpasses are booked and aside from pairing my Disney ears to outfits I think I'm pretty sorted for my trip.

We're staying off site... when you're 2 weeks from departure what are los ends are...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 1 Jul 19, 04:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 596
Posted By florenceandmary
Epcot at Rope Drop

Hi, allowing for this isn’t wanting ‘military precision’ just a plan in place to keep our party of 9 in check and save hanging around and loosing time how does this sound for Epcot?

Rope drop...
Forum: TV and Film 26 Jun 19, 01:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,217
Posted By florenceandmary
I love checking out which movies will be played...

I love checking out which movies will be played on my flight! I can see Dumbo and Captain Marvel are on mine and luckily we fly back the following month I cannot see yet - fingers crossed Endgame is...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 25 Jun 19, 01:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,257
Posted By florenceandmary
We visited the Boardwalk in 2017 as off site...

We visited the Boardwalk in 2017 as off site guests and we not allowed to park on site. There was parking across the road so it wasn't too troublesome for us and was worth it to buy a drink in the...
Forum: Accommodation 24 Jun 19, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,309
Posted By florenceandmary
I'm returning next month to Orange Lake (Holiday...

I'm returning next month to Orange Lake (Holiday Inn Resort) as we had such a successful stay a couple of years ago. I can't help with the entrance - we used to access opp a Walgreens. I would always...
Forum: Accommodation 24 Jun 19, 12:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,334
Posted By florenceandmary
Second this recommendation. I've stayed in a 2...

Second this recommendation. I've stayed in a 2 bed and returning next month in a 3 bed. I really enjoy the resort as it gives the best of both a hotel and villa!
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 Jun 19, 04:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By florenceandmary
I want to look at the Flower range. I know we can...

I want to look at the Flower range. I know we can get some in the UK now but stock seems limited and I like to see it in person than order online!

And yes Tarte Shape Tape is AMAZING! Do they...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 Jun 19, 04:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By florenceandmary
Sephora in Disney Springs is for high end...

Sephora in Disney Springs is for high end products. Many brands are now accessible in the UK and it's only certainly products US only for the most part. Also our exchange rate makes the savings of...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 Jun 19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By florenceandmary
Definitely Wet & Wild Make up - it's fantastic...

Definitely Wet & Wild Make up - it's fantastic and one of the few really budget brands left! Milani is great too. Remember in the US you can return beauty products so I often try to buy a few bits on...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 Jun 19, 01:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By florenceandmary
I'm thinking of buying the Drunk Elephant Littles...

I'm thinking of buying the Drunk Elephant Littles kit for my trip and did think of picking up the baby facial.

Your make up picks are basically exactly the same as mine! I don't even wear another...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 Jun 19, 01:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By florenceandmary
I'll be hitting up BBW for their candles - I've...

I'll be hitting up BBW for their candles - I've ran out of my fave Mahogany Teakwood!
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 Jun 19, 12:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,535
Posted By florenceandmary
Beauty - Only Available in the States

What products do you always pick up or on your shopping list that are only available in the US?

I love walking down the drugstore aisles and picking up Secret deodorant and melatonin - anything...
Forum: Itineraries 20 Jun 19, 10:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By florenceandmary
Any plans I've ever had don't go to plan I find...

Any plans I've ever had don't go to plan I find anyway! This is just a guide in place to avoid with a large group, and certainly one that refers to me for 'what are we doing tomorrow' and at least I...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Jun 19, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By florenceandmary
Thank you I did hope that a debit card would be...

Thank you I did hope that a debit card would be sufficient but it was just that it stated 'credit card' I wanted to be sure.

Thank you
Forum: Itineraries 20 Jun 19, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By florenceandmary
I'm sure more will be done on the first day -...

I'm sure more will be done on the first day - certainly by myself! A bit of shopping and I might to do some resort hopping if I'm not too worried about hitting a park but I'll be aiming for HS...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Jun 19, 10:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,283
Posted By florenceandmary
That's interesting as I expected Epcot to be...

That's interesting as I expected Epcot to be easier as you have two smoking locations at the entrance and international gateway!

Thanks everyone for advice.
Forum: Itineraries 19 Jun 19, 03:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By florenceandmary
Non Planned Plan!

Heading to WDW next month as off site guests - a group of 9 from 7-70 (only 1 child).

Most of the party are not 'bothered' abut the full Disney holiday and keen to have many rest days round the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Jun 19, 03:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By florenceandmary
Dollar Car Hire & Credit Card

We have car hire through Dollar arranged via our agent and I notice that is asks for the driver to secure the booking on collection with a credit card in their name which he does not have.

Has...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jun 19, 12:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 297
Posted By florenceandmary
Fastpasses - Large Groups

I will be beginning the task of booking Fastpasses daily (off site guest) shortly and wanted to confirm must everyone have MDE accounts? I ask as most don't use technology or even have email...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jun 19, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,283
Posted By florenceandmary
New Smoking Areas

I arrive next month with smokers in our party and wondered how people were finding the new restrictions and smoking areas outside of the parks.

Whilst I smoke myself I'm less inclined to bother...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 31 May 19, 11:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 770
Posted By florenceandmary
Booking Fastpasses for large groups

Any experience booking Fastpasses for large groups?

Our party of 9 (incl 1 child of 7) are staying off site and arrive 28th July so you can you argue my options will be limited anyway!

Not...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 31 May 19, 10:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 812
Posted By florenceandmary
That's why it's been added to my list after...

That's why it's been added to my list after watching that vlog :grin:

Was just interested if any Dibbers had been themselves!
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 31 May 19, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 812
Posted By florenceandmary
Brunch and Buffets

Has anyone tried either of these:

Acoustic Brunch at Hard Rock Hotel
(Sunday will arrive halfway through our trip and I thought this would allow our party to relax a little with option to visit...
Forum: Accommodation 31 May 19, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 393
Posted By florenceandmary
Holiday Inn Orange Lake Resort

Returning to Holiday Inn Orange Lake Resort in July for a 2 week stay in a 3 bed villa. Last visit was 2 years ago and loved the resort hence the return.

Any recent travellers stayed here and any...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 May 19, 10:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,263
Posted By florenceandmary
Summer Holiday Trip - Positives

I arrive last week of July for 14 nights with group of 9 staying off site

Yes I know it will be busy and hot and will hydrate, book what FP+ I can and utilise mornings but what are your positives...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 26 Mar 19, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,118
Posted By florenceandmary
This is great to hear! I've booked dinner as...

This is great to hear! I've booked dinner as whilst we have a 7yr old with us, the majority of our party are adults so I think the stepsisters would give some entertainment for us!
Forum: Accommodation 26 Mar 19, 03:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,225
Posted By florenceandmary
Do they still do the buffet at Gaylord Palms? I...

Do they still do the buffet at Gaylord Palms? I remember that was our 'nice meal out' location when celebrating birthdays etc when we would visit years ago!
Forum: Accommodation 26 Mar 19, 03:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 520
Posted By florenceandmary
I can't speak for Premier Inn but have just...

I can't speak for Premier Inn but have just booked Holiday Inn with parking again for our trip in July. That is a good option for us as they offer rooms of different configurations (we needed a...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Mar 19, 03:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,508
Posted By florenceandmary
I realise they're not suggesting how busy they'll...

I realise they're not suggesting how busy they'll be and as I say I'm going end of July for 2 weeks so I'm anticipating crowds whether a recommended day or not. My question was referencing if one...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 25 Mar 19, 03:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,508
Posted By florenceandmary
As I've said I think going end of July I'll go...

As I've said I think going end of July I'll go with the attitude all parks will be busy and any less than crowds and queues will be a bonus!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Mar 19, 08:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,286
Posted By florenceandmary
As Tim Tracker said in his recent vlog on the...

As Tim Tracker said in his recent vlog on the Riveria construction, Disney properties alone are already accommodating 'too many' people for the parks.

Add in the off site guests as many have said...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Mar 19, 02:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,508
Posted By florenceandmary
Which Busy Day Guide - July-Aug 2019

Which busy day guide do people find more successful for planning their trips? As I'm finding there's no consistency.

I visit end of July for 2 weeks and appreciate there will be some unknown this...
Forum: Accommodation 8 Mar 19, 03:32 PM
Replies: 276
Views: 287,523
Posted By florenceandmary
28/07/19 - 11/08/19 Holiday Inn Orange Lakes...

28/07/19 - 11/08/19
Holiday Inn Orange Lakes Resort
VS15 LGW-MCO
Forum: Accommodation 8 Mar 19, 03:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 489
Posted By florenceandmary
WDW Resort Hopping!

I am staying off site and hope to visit some Disney resorts on our trip in July 2019 (not least Wilderness Lodge to fulfil my brothers long wish list of merchandise!).

Is it best to use Disney...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Mar 19, 03:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,740
Posted By florenceandmary
I'm off site in July so I'm not holding out much...

I'm off site in July so I'm not holding out much hope for the 30 day mark! Will just persevere and see how it goes.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Mar 19, 02:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 571
Posted By florenceandmary
Thank you everyone - I'm going to try and dive...

Thank you everyone - I'm going to try and dive into the Disney store at MCO I think (even if break from the group while they go and sort out the hire car) and then at least it's done!
Forum: Shopping in Florida 8 Mar 19, 02:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,322
Posted By florenceandmary
We always arrive late and exhausted from our...

We always arrive late and exhausted from our travel so prefer to have some groceries delivered for our arrival - it allows for something before bed and no need to rush in the morning (we stay in a...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Mar 19, 03:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 342
Posted By florenceandmary
Mickey and Minnie's Surprise Celebration

I've added all the special treats to my must eat list (Minnie Waffles!) and definitely want to meet Mickey & Minnie in their celebration outfits. Anything else a must do?
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