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Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Mar 20, 06:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,953
Posted By jacko!
This is our experience of getting a boarding...

This is our experience of getting a boarding group at Feb half term, and we managed to get group 17, and our friends got 110. All gone in 45 seconds. So why did we get such different groups? I can...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Feb 20, 09:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,237
Posted By jacko!
No idea why, but it works for me

No idea why, but it works for me
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Feb 20, 08:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,237
Posted By jacko!
You can book using the US site...

You can book using the US site. disneyland.disney.go.com
Forum: Beyond the Parks 14 Feb 20, 08:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,442
Posted By jacko!
We have been a few time now. Stop off at the pier...

We have been a few time now. Stop off at the pier and rent a Snow shovel. Within 10 mins of digging you will start to find them. My Son says it was his favourite part of the holiday.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 19 Jan 20, 07:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 888
Posted By jacko!
Yes you will definitely get a haul of shark's...

Yes you will definitely get a haul of shark's teeth and other fossilised items (crocodile skin for example). We've been a couple of times and love it. The beach has great facilities and isn't overly...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Oct 19, 05:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 917
Posted By jacko!
Tommy Hilfiger store in Kissimmee

Not been for a few years, but last time we went we found a Tommy Hilfiger store down the 192 in Kissimmee. I think it was next to a Nike store and Dollar Tree. Is it still there?, as last time we...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 1 Aug 19, 09:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,097
Posted By jacko!
Agree AMI is our fav place in Florida. Have a...

Agree AMI is our fav place in Florida. Have a look at SunRiseGarden, as found their prices very good value.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 31 Jul 19, 05:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,330
Posted By jacko!
We now spend a week on the Gulf coast. A few...

We now spend a week on the Gulf coast. A few things to look at that we enjoyed:
Homosassa Springs, swim with the manatee also visit the state park.
Clearwater, plenty to do including the Marine...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 30 Jul 19, 07:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 878
Posted By jacko!
Quite popular with Dibbs is Anna Maria Island. We...

Quite popular with Dibbs is Anna Maria Island. We have done both Clearwater & StPetes, and both are nice, but not in the same league. Have a look at sunrisegardenresort, we have stayed there twice,...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 30 Jul 19, 07:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,559
Posted By jacko!
Hi, from my dealings with AVIS. EZfuel is if...

Hi, from my dealings with AVIS.
EZfuel is if you dont do over 74 miles. If so you can return without filling up.
The Fuel SVC is the prepay for a tank of fuel, bring back empty.
So no idea why...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 30 Jul 19, 06:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,621
Posted By jacko!
If you didn't book with BA you might have trouble...

If you didn't book with BA you might have trouble adding your booking to the preferred app. We had the same problem when we booked a fly drive in Canada. Had to stand in the que, but they did have a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Feb 17, 11:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,412
Posted By jacko!
The two times we used them, we were disappointed...

The two times we used them, we were disappointed with the service. As they were old and no IFE.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 10 Feb 17, 10:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 499
Posted By jacko!
We booked a premium last Easter. I registered for...

We booked a premium last Easter. I registered for the preferred before traveling, and on arrival the preallocated car was waiting in a bay. Wasn't till I checked the car out till I realised they gave...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Feb 17, 08:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,600
Posted By jacko!
It will be fine, as I have titanium implants, and...

It will be fine, as I have titanium implants, and it has never gone off.
Forum: General Chat 30 Jan 17, 09:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 932
Posted By jacko!
Update: managed to do both mine and my wife's,...

Update: managed to do both mine and my wife's, and was very easy. When it came to my Son's (age 13) it took me to a different page (same as last night). So looks like children's passport still need...
Forum: General Chat 29 Jan 17, 11:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 932
Posted By jacko!
Well what a palaver. Glad I asked the question...

Well what a palaver. Glad I asked the question. Early start for me tomorrow then
Forum: General Chat 29 Jan 17, 11:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 932
Posted By jacko!
Thought I was losing it, as gone all the way to...

Thought I was losing it, as gone all the way to the pay page, and not seen the option to upload a photo. Any ideas? or is it a case of trying again tomorrow.
Forum: General Chat 29 Jan 17, 10:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 932
Posted By jacko!
Passport Renewal - photo upload

Hi, Has anyone recently tried to use the new upload photo for a Passport renewal? As was planning to use, but looks like the option is no longer available.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Dec 16, 06:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,049
Posted By jacko!
Used them on our last visit. Both me and the wife...

Used them on our last visit. Both me and the wife had one each. Was good to use to call each other when she was shopping, and to call home. We found the internet quite slow, but they don't use the 4G...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 5 Oct 16, 05:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,889
Posted By jacko!
Also ee have wifi call's if you have an iPhone...

Also ee have wifi call's if you have an iPhone. Worth turning this off also:
Settings - Phone - Wifi Calls
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Sep 16, 11:10 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,504
Posted By jacko!
I think if they were the same price, then I would...

I think if they were the same price, then I would always go direct. But it's all about how much you save against the perceived added hassle.
Having done both, we actually prefer the indirect route...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 21 Sep 16, 08:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 757
Posted By jacko!
Having tried the day trip to the beach, we now...

Having tried the day trip to the beach, we now stay for a few days instead. As nice as Clearwater is, we have always found the traffic and parking an issue, but we do go at Easter time.
Our...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Sep 16, 09:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,739
Posted By jacko!
I have always updated mine, but that's just me...

I have always updated mine, but that's just me. Only take a few mins to do. But as most have said, no needed to.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Sep 16, 09:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 622
Posted By jacko!
Just got back from a flight from NewYork. It...

Just got back from a flight from NewYork. It landed at 07:00, and was in the taxi by 07:45. That said, when we landed there was no queue at passport control. But by the time we got thru, it was...
Forum: Accommodation 15 Sep 16, 07:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 712
Posted By jacko!
A good option is the Premier Inn, as they offer a...

A good option is the Premier Inn, as they offer a Stay Park Fly package, then you could add an extra room (normal rate is approx £30). Might be worth giving them a call.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 30 Jun 16, 04:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 953
Posted By jacko!
Sort of a mixed bag review. I like the small...

Sort of a mixed bag review. I like the small dinner type feel of the Mannys on 27 Haines City. As the 192 is a bit more like a big open chain feel, if you know what I mean. The food was as good, and...
Forum: Accommodation 18 Jun 16, 01:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By jacko!
Have stayed at both Tradewinds and Guy Harvey,...

Have stayed at both Tradewinds and Guy Harvey, with my wife and Son 11yr. Both are great, but we like the more relaxed feel of Guy Harvey. I would say the activities in the day are more Tradewinds,...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 30 May 16, 06:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,177
Posted By jacko!
Not sure if I was just lucky, but ended up with a...

Not sure if I was just lucky, but ended up with a Cadillac CTS. I did pre register for the Avis preferred, and the car was waiting for me in a bay.
Forum: Accommodation 27 May 16, 09:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By jacko!
Thanks for the reply's, and feel a bit better in...

Thanks for the reply's, and feel a bit better in renting now. But would love to know why they don't have the pool screen, as almost every other complex do.
Forum: Accommodation 27 May 16, 11:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By jacko!
Villa without pool screen

Just looking at booking a villa at Reunion and noticed most on this complex don't have a pool screen. Was wondering why? and is it a problem going at easter time?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 17 Feb 16, 04:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 901
Posted By jacko!
Having had a Charger on 2 occasions out of 6...

Having had a Charger on 2 occasions out of 6 visits, as most would agree it is look of the draw. But that said always look in the premium bays, as the last time, thats where it was parked. Look at...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 26 Feb 15, 08:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 459
Posted By jacko!
Naples to Orlando best route

Been to Orlando a few times now, so have decided to mix it with a week at the coast. Have the last coast day in Naples, then we travel back to Orlando. So question is what it the best route back to...
Forum: Accommodation 1 Apr 13, 08:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 795
Posted By jacko!
Thanks for all the replies. Have spoken to the...

Thanks for all the replies. Have spoken to the owner, and they have said the same. Pool company is due to come out and reset the time and heat. Have asked for 8 till 8 and 88C, will see when we get...
Forum: Accommodation 1 Apr 13, 12:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 795
Posted By jacko!
Pool heating time & Temp

Hi, I'm over in Orlando and have booked a villa with pool heating, but have noticed that it seems to turn off at 5pm, so when we get back from the parks at 7ish it is not feeling to worm. This brings...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Mar 13, 09:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,650
Posted By jacko!
We have done Easter for the past 5 years, and can...

We have done Easter for the past 5 years, and can say it is the best time of year to go. On average you will get temp 70 - 90 and rain on a couple of days, but even then it won't be all day. We...
Forum: Accommodation 26 Mar 13, 08:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,893
Posted By jacko!
Have you tried to book the Hotel with...

Have you tried to book the Hotel with Holidayextras.co.uk, as it looks like they still have availability. I found the same issue when trying to book for more than 14days parking, but you just pay the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Jan 13, 11:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 423
Posted By jacko!
We had the same 2 years ago. My son says it was...

We had the same 2 years ago. My son says it was his best day of his life, and he still has the photo on his wall. Made are holiday. Really pleased for you.
My son says we got chosen because he was...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 5 Dec 12, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 803
Posted By jacko!
Have you thought about going to a Evening...

Have you thought about going to a Evening character meal, such as the Garden Grill at Epcot. We were the same not on a DDP, and found the price about the same as Breakfast. Not being big morning...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 1 Nov 12, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 680
Posted By jacko!
Walmart do sell SOY and RICE Milk, as my wife has...

Walmart do sell SOY and RICE Milk, as my wife has SOY and my Sister has RICE milk. If I remember right there was a bigish selection, so they should also have Lactose Free Milk as well.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 1 Nov 12, 06:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 446
Posted By jacko!
Seaworld, as you can go to legoland in the UK...

Seaworld, as you can go to legoland in the UK. Feeding the Dolphins is a must, we have some great photos.
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