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Forum: Beyond the Parks 29 May 23, 04:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 360
Posted By Syjen
Car parking and cycle hire - Key West

We will be stopping on Marathon and driving to Key West for the day, but want to hire bikes for getting around, ideally parking out of town. Any suggestions on good parking and cycle hire, ideally...
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 3 Dec 22, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,385
Posted By Syjen
Sending a little UK christmas cheer to WDW

Our DS is currently on the CEP in the UK pavilion in Epcot. We are wanting to send him a parcel of a few Christmas bits and pieces (gifts and sweets). He adores mince pies (from a certain UK...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Jun 22, 10:07 PM
Replies: 379
Views: 53,033
Posted By Syjen
So... we've a discussion going on! we have tests...

So... we've a discussion going on! we have tests booked for 9.40 tomorrow and we're due to fly 10.00 Sunday. Do we still require the tests or id 00.01 Sat am?
Forum: Beyond the Parks 30 May 22, 06:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 348
Posted By Syjen
Florida Keys Watersports

We are looking at parasailing and ski hire during our forthcoming Keys trip. Can anyone advise estimated costs for each activity and also would welcome any recommendations for companies to use...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 13 Feb 22, 08:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,436
Posted By Syjen
DW and DD love Vineland and of course it has a...

DW and DD love Vineland and of course it has a Character Outlet store!
Forum: Shopping in Florida 13 Feb 22, 08:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 713
Posted By Syjen
Jewel in the Disney Springs

We've a Florida trip due later this year to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary, we're mainly in the Keys, but as MASSIVE Disney fans are having 4 days at the end of the trip in Orlando to do 'non...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 13 Feb 22, 05:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By Syjen
Downtown Miami Accom

Can anyone recommend areas or specific hotels around the Downtown Miami? Looking for something away from the main hustle and bustle in a quieter area, reasonably priced but nice and clean?
Thanks in...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 24 Oct 21, 04:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,787
Posted By Syjen
We we wondering about maybe travelling down the...

We we wondering about maybe travelling down the Pacific coast on our way to the Keys and back up the Atlantic coast back to Orlando (never really been over that way apart from a flying visit to Cocoa...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 24 Oct 21, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,787
Posted By Syjen
Gulf Coast and Atlantic Coast ideas please

hi all

Just booked a fly drive for next year to drive to the Keys for our 30th Wedding Anniversary - so excited!

We are flying into Orlando, a couple of days there then heading for the Keys...
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 29 May 21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 771
Posted By Syjen
Disney food treats at home

What are those little snacks and foods you try to replicate at home, to keep that magic going between trips?
We'll be having Mickey Waffles tomorrow, the Churro maker from Aldi was a great buy too...
Forum: General Chat 29 May 21, 10:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By Syjen
I've just shown it to my DW, she's got tears...

I've just shown it to my DW, she's got tears streaming!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 29 May 21, 10:30 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,474
Posted By Syjen
Always Canada first... every time! Heading to...

Always Canada first... every time! Heading to start at Mexico just feels wrong
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 May 21, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,309
Posted By Syjen
It's comforting to hear we're not the only ones...

It's comforting to hear we're not the only ones feeling the apprehension!
Hopefully things continue to improve and we can all get back to being giddy about visiting our favourite place again.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 24 May 21, 11:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,165
Posted By Syjen
I read that all the car hire companies were...

I read that all the car hire companies were forced to sell large amounts of stock to stay afloat during last year, meaning that they all now have reduced fleets which has lead to car hire being a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 May 21, 11:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,309
Posted By Syjen
Where's our excitement? !

When we bit the bullet and booked for our last trip to WDW the whole family were instantly elated and buzzing after a run of a few bad months. We've just gone and booked for next March after let's be...
Forum: General Chat 23 May 21, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 670
Posted By Syjen
Strange... only seems to be the intro that's...

Strange... only seems to be the intro that's effected, when she asks which channel I want to listen to!
Forum: General Chat 22 May 21, 10:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 670
Posted By Syjen
Alexa and D-Park advice please

Over the last couple of weeks, without changing any settings, we've suddenly got a massive difference in volume between my Alexa smart speaker and when we put D Park on to play. For D Park to be...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 May 21, 09:40 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,391
Posted By Syjen
Always Sketchers for us... but alternate between...

Always Sketchers for us... but alternate between 2 pairs to avoid compression on the same points of the feet daily.
On our first trip I found a pair of Doc Martin sandals that were soooo comfy,...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 May 21, 09:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,308
Posted By Syjen
Apologies for jumping in and slightly derailing...

Apologies for jumping in and slightly derailing this thread. I've filmed lots of our time in the parks, although not so much on rides I have to say, but all shows, fireworks and parades etc.
The...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 May 21, 09:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,474
Posted By Syjen
I have a fairly substantial bum bag I've used for...

I have a fairly substantial bum bag I've used for the last 3 or 4 trips, it has a pouch each side of the bag for holding drinks bottles, so it's a fair size and bulky, never had any problems wearing...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 25 Apr 21, 10:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,909
Posted By Syjen
"I'm in the Warthog section! "

"I'm in the Warthog section! "
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Feb 21, 12:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,772
Posted By Syjen
We have various experiences in both restaurants...

We have various experiences in both restaurants when we've gone as a family , from great meals to mediocre ones.
Last trip DS and DD went on there own (late teens) to the AK one and had a really bad...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Feb 21, 04:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,835
Posted By Syjen
Seven Dwarves Mine Train

I realize I'm swimming against the tide with this, but does anyone else just not understand why this is such a popular ride?
When we rode it on a previous trip, we just found it completely...
Forum: General Chat 5 Feb 21, 06:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,807
Posted By Syjen
Anybody? We're still using a Christmas fragrance...

Anybody? We're still using a Christmas fragrance and it's Feb!
Some Disney would be great!
Forum: General Chat 3 Feb 21, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,807
Posted By Syjen
Getting those Disney smells at home

I know there's a couple of companies producing scented candles based on Disney attractions and rides, which get great reviews.
We recently got a diffuser and wondered if anyone could recommend...
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 1 Feb 21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 622
Posted By Syjen
Thanks. The one I'm referring to only came out...

Thanks. The one I'm referring to only came out Nov/Dec of last year I think, so it might well be the one you've got
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 31 Jan 21, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 622
Posted By Syjen
Disney Park Cookbook

Has anyone bought the new Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook?
Is it any good, would you recommend?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Jan 21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 834
Posted By Syjen
Keys and the weather

We're thinking of a week in the Keys at the end of a 2 week stay we're planning at WDW for 2022.
Our original idea was to go in June so the trip coincided with our 30th wedding anniversary, but for...
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 12 Oct 20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By Syjen
I must have done something right ... DS (23)...

I must have done something right ... DS (23) and DD(21) announced last night they are thinking of planning a cheeky trip over to Orlando in Jan if they can! :)
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 11 Oct 20, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By Syjen
Mickey Rice Krispie try

I'm planning on surprisng DD with Mickey Rice Krispie cakes this afternoon. I know they're really basic, but I'm less than as expert in the kitchen, as DW will testify!
Wish me luck !:thumbup:
Forum: Accommodation 3 May 20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 488
Posted By Syjen
As previous, one bus stop outside reception but...

As previous, one bus stop outside reception but different sections for each destinatation
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 17 Feb 20, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 687
Posted By Syjen
Not sure if she's still doing meets (we saw her...

Not sure if she's still doing meets (we saw her at HS in the Animation Hall area), sure other Dibbers can advise if she's still around, but the Wicked Queen from Snow White is a fantastic meet. She...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 29 Oct 19, 10:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 956
Posted By Syjen
We've never done Mamma Melrose, but I've heard...

We've never done Mamma Melrose, but I've heard good things. Because of that it would get my vote, we did Sci Fi dine 2 years ago and the food, table and service were really poor. Wouldn't go again
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 28 Oct 19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,091
Posted By Syjen
We had a few hiccups with Photopass during our...

We had a few hiccups with Photopass during our stay, shots with Zazu after he'd flown away in AK, missing ghosts on HM and shots of other families instead of us! Contacted the Photopass dept. a few...
Forum: Accommodation 12 Oct 19, 09:30 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,757
Posted By Syjen
Disney Palms Villa at Glenbrook, we got back last...

Disney Palms Villa at Glenbrook, we got back last weekend from 2 weeks there. A great villa, that you instantly felt at home and relaxed in and the owners are really helpful.
... Just one point... ...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 12 Oct 19, 09:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,572
Posted By Syjen
Yep, they are all character meals. Tusker and...

Yep, they are all character meals. Tusker and Chef Mickey feature Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald and Pluto. Crystal Palace has Winnie the Pooh and friends and has lovely food in beautiful...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Oct 19, 06:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,847
Posted By Syjen
Water Parks have free parking though!

Water Parks have free parking though!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Oct 19, 09:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 800
Posted By Syjen
If your experience is anything like ours (and I'm...

If your experience is anything like ours (and I'm sorry to be negative), my DS had worked loads of overtime so he could buy just what he wanted at Sa'vi. He spent over $300 on two handles and a blade...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 6 Oct 19, 04:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 579
Posted By Syjen
HS sign reversion

Whilst doing our final wander around HS today me and DS noticed the highly publicised new park logo featuring BB8 amongst others, that was in place above the arch way to the SW Launch Bay and Disney...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Oct 19, 02:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,773
Posted By Syjen
Thanks for all these reassuring posts. We are due...

Thanks for all these reassuring posts. We are due to fly back tomorrow evening into Manchester :(:(:(
We've been hearing that depending on the airline that flies you home, snacks and drinks may not...
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