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Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 30 Jun 22, 08:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,162
Posted By Monko
We went in May and had a few days in Orlando...

We went in May and had a few days in Orlando before driving down to Miami to board RC. As the pre-flight test in UK (as was required to enter US then) was more than 72 hours since taken we booked a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Jun 22, 06:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,155
Posted By Monko
Good analogy :thumbs-up

Good analogy :thumbs-up
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Jun 22, 06:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,155
Posted By Monko
Yep, the pilots do fly around the storms where...

Yep, the pilots do fly around the storms where possible. The Dreamliners that TUI use for these routes are pretty good at minimising turbulance too.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 17 May 22, 02:15 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,092
Posted By Monko
Just an update as been and gone on the RC cruise...

Just an update as been and gone on the RC cruise now with no issues. We decided to 'gamble' and we booked our USA Covid Test with Walgreens whilst in the UK before departure. Walgreens seemed to be...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 May 22, 10:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 730
Posted By Monko
Thanks Powlay. We'll be doing the same next week,...

Thanks Powlay. We'll be doing the same next week, so interesting to read. We found the Man-Mel arrival pretty good too, but guess that was because we got lucky and got our suitcases off pretty much...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 May 22, 12:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,028
Posted By Monko
Both of us had our Klarity video-supervised LFT...

Both of us had our Klarity video-supervised LFT on Friday before flying out with TUI yesterday (it's still Sun here in Orlando as I write this). We had two appointments booked - one at 10:00 and one...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 May 22, 09:40 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,230
Posted By Monko
We'd only had October trips prior to our first...

We'd only had October trips prior to our first August holiday. Yes, it is hot - very hot, but manageable with A/C in the stores/shops/shows/car etc and of course, keep hydrated. The biggest plus...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 19 Apr 22, 12:17 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,092
Posted By Monko
So, can I clarify please - I can order from...

So, can I clarify please - I can order from Qured/DocHQ in the UK - have the tests delivered to UK address to pop in the suitcase and then take the test in the US via video link appointment (bearing...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 29 Dec 21, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,074
Posted By Monko
Big thumbs up for Andy from me too. Can't fault...

Big thumbs up for Andy from me too. Can't fault him or the service he provides. Every credit.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Apr 20, 10:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,134
Posted By Monko
Went during Spring Break last year (16/03-23/03)...

Went during Spring Break last year (16/03-23/03) and it was ridiculously busy. Had I known beforehand that my week would coincide with Spring Break I wouldn't have booked.

I think all counties...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 27 Nov 19, 01:59 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 15,343
Posted By Monko
Has to be Mako :d:

Has to be Mako :d:
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Nov 19, 09:20 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 34,009
Posted By Monko
Used SFB last month for the 2nd time - the first...

Used SFB last month for the 2nd time - the first being with TUI (or whatever they were called - Thomsonfly?) back in 2007.
Personally felt that the airport check in and security felt even more dated...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 30 Oct 19, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,533
Posted By Monko
We stayed on site at Disney for the first time...

We stayed on site at Disney for the first time earlier this month and found the whole 'hold' thing on our account a bit confusing. We had the initial $100 hold on our account straight away then...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Oct 19, 05:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By Monko
Did this in 2017. Unfortunately for us, it was a...

Did this in 2017. Unfortunately for us, it was a nightmare. It took us 2 1/2 hours to clear immigration and we missed the first connection and very nearly the second.
Personally wouldn't do it...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Oct 19, 04:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 319
Posted By Monko
Disney Gift Cards and Magic Bands

Hello. Regular Florida holiday person, but first ever time staying on a Disney site! Just wondering about the $200 Disney gift card we got as part of our holiday deal - can I add this to my Disney...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 4 Oct 19, 05:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 25,398
Posted By Monko
Never really bought into the Illuminations thing,...

Never really bought into the Illuminations thing, so to me, this one looks a bit more Disney-fied. Will see for myself this weekend though. Looking forward to it.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Oct 19, 10:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,169
Posted By Monko
2017 our flight from Man to Philly with AA was...

2017 our flight from Man to Philly with AA was fantastic. Seatback IFE with live tv (I watched 3 live Prem football games as was a Saturday flight).
Coming home Chicago to Man, it was drop down TVs...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Sep 19, 12:48 PM
Replies: 743
Views: 82,955
Posted By Monko
We're doing slightly different trip this time and...

We're doing slightly different trip this time and (hopefully) flying to San Fran on Thursday and having a week in California before flying to Orlando for 6 nights at Disney before (hopefully) flying...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Sep 19, 12:33 PM
Replies: 743
Views: 82,955
Posted By Monko
Similar predicament to you twogoto ... counting...

Similar predicament to you twogoto ... counting down whilst biting nails...:cry:
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 11 Aug 19, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Monko
Many thanks Andy and Tom. Doing some serious...

Many thanks Andy and Tom. Doing some serious re-thinking now, but can't find anything near to what VIP Cars are offering. Advice taken though..
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 5 Aug 19, 09:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Monko
Thanks Mick

Thanks Mick
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 5 Aug 19, 09:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Monko
It's with vipcars.com / Europcar and is for the...

It's with vipcars.com / Europcar and is for the one leg of our California / Florida trip next month.

It'll be the only time we're hiring a car and just for Vegas to LA for 3 days.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 4 Aug 19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Monko
Zero Excess

Looking at car hire which is offering zero excess on:

Supplemental Liability Insurance (Zero Excess)
Collision Damage Waiver (Zero Excess)
Rental Liability Protection (Zero Excess)
Loss...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Jul 19, 11:05 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,495
Posted By Monko
My top tip too. USB charger and powerbank too.

My top tip too. USB charger and powerbank too.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jun 19, 11:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,587
Posted By Monko
Great ride. Never, ever disappoints. Can't see it...

Great ride. Never, ever disappoints. Can't see it going anywhere.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 14 Jun 19, 12:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 906
Posted By Monko
Not cheap but a great way to spend a couple of...

Not cheap but a great way to spend a couple of hours or so. Food (at Orlando) was top notch too, as was the service.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 2 Jun 19, 05:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,579
Posted By Monko
We've done both coasts in the past - I think the...

We've done both coasts in the past - I think the Gulf coast is a bit more special than the Atlantic side, though I'm a big fan of Daytona as a place to visit. Enjoyed Clearwater and as others have...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Jun 19, 08:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,259
Posted By Monko
Obviously Thanksgiving (end of the month) is to...

Obviously Thanksgiving (end of the month) is to be avoided unless if possible, but found that Veterens Day weekend (around 11/11 like in the UK) is a busy one too at the Parks and Malls. Anything...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 May 19, 05:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,181
Posted By Monko
Did a week in March this year and would happily...

Did a week in March this year and would happily do again. Had 4 days at US/IOA, 1 day VB and 1 day chill/mall.

The only thing that I do regret is that we booked it during Spring Break!

As for...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 May 19, 01:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 769
Posted By Monko
I4 and the 192 has got a hell of a lot busier! ...

I4 and the 192 has got a hell of a lot busier!

And Universal standard parking has risen by 47% (not sure if similar increase at Disney too)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 19, 12:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,121
Posted By Monko
We went the last 2 weeks in August a couple of...

We went the last 2 weeks in August a couple of years ago, and now comparing it to October (UK half term) and March (Florida Spring Break), it was the best time we've had out there in terms of parks...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Mar 19, 06:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,427
Posted By Monko
We're off for just a week on Saturday too. Whilst...

We're off for just a week on Saturday too. Whilst the forecasts do differ depending on what site you're on, they all seem to be pretty consistent with showing poor weather for the first part of the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Nov 18, 10:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,052
Posted By Monko
Missed our first connection last year when doing...

Missed our first connection last year when doing Man - Philly - Orl.
We did know this would be the case when at Manchester as our flight was delayed from the outset and we only ever had a tight...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Nov 18, 11:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,303
Posted By Monko
We missed our connection last year at...

We missed our connection last year at Philadelphia with horrendous lines at immigration, and were very close to missing the next one too. Basically though, we were just added to the next available...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Oct 18, 09:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,378
Posted By Monko
We're doing our first one-weeker next March, but...

We're doing our first one-weeker next March, but will also be the first Florida trip without the kids, so just us two.

As another poster on this thread has said, for us it's a bonus not a...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 18 Oct 18, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 751
Posted By Monko
We're having a week there next March and planning...

We're having a week there next March and planning just Universal too. Are you planning IOA one day, and USF another (presuming Volcano Bay will be a full day on it's own too obviously)?
We're...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Oct 18, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,299
Posted By Monko
Yikes - Just reading this thread with interest as...

Yikes - Just reading this thread with interest as we're doing March for the first time next year too (though just for one week)..
Hadn't even considered Spring Break - until I read your post, but on...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Sep 18, 07:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,674
Posted By Monko
Tried the VR on this ride, but it didn't do much...

Tried the VR on this ride, but it didn't do much for me at all. Always been one of my fav rides out of all the parks, so didn't really think it needed it in the first place, but hats off to SW for...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Sep 18, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 466
Posted By Monko
Not sure whether my answer will be any use to...

Not sure whether my answer will be any use to you, but we were at Universal Studios last year on Friday 10th November (we flew home 11/11) and the park was rammed full. There was a Veterans parade in...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 1 Sep 18, 06:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,913
Posted By Monko
That was the route we took from Emerald Island to...

That was the route we took from Emerald Island to pretty much everywhere last year, mainly because the junction on the 192 where the Taco Bell/Harley Davidson is was down to one lane and it was...
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