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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Apr 19, 10:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 686
Posted By chippyminton
Has anyone set up this type of card for their...

Has anyone set up this type of card for their children (under 18s) to use when on a group trip to USA? They will take some cash and will need to withdraw more and use a card for some transactions. ...
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Apr 19, 09:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,040
Posted By chippyminton
We booked Aer Lingus as a multi city return...

We booked Aer Lingus as a multi city return LHR-DUB-NYC , MCO-DUB-LHR, and South Western from Newark to MCO. Used South Western as the price includes checked baggage, booked on day of release for...
Forum: Accommodation 17 Apr 19, 06:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,586
Posted By chippyminton
I had the same concern and ended up booking for 5...

I had the same concern and ended up booking for 5 @ £250 deposit as didn’t want to take the risk. Would be interesting to know what Disney advise.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Apr 19, 05:46 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,492
Posted By chippyminton
Sorry you’ve had this experience, and hope you...

Sorry you’ve had this experience, and hope you have a great trip.

I just wanted to add that we were delayed last August inbound from MCO-DUB-LHR. The plane had no crew (!). Although some time was...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Apr 19, 07:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By chippyminton
Agree with all the above and would add the...

Agree with all the above and would add the carousel in Fantasyland.
I prefer the parks at night.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Apr 19, 08:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,248
Posted By chippyminton
DD has the classic Minnie ears - red and white...

DD has the classic Minnie ears - red and white dots with a black bow.I have a DLP 25th anniversary pair - black and gold. We tend to wear them in the parks in the evening :)

At home they are hung...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 7 Apr 19, 08:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,264
Posted By chippyminton
They will also do secret menu drinks - DS asked...

They will also do secret menu drinks - DS asked the server if a Pokemon frap was possible and she was happy to oblige - made his day :)

Also the drinks are massive, and we don’t buy them at home,...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 5 Apr 19, 08:16 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,264
Posted By chippyminton
Large fraps from Starbucks Yoghurt and fresh...

Large fraps from Starbucks
Yoghurt and fresh fruit parfait
Shakes at D-Luxe Burger
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Apr 19, 09:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,594
Posted By chippyminton
We did outbound to New York, stayed a while then...

We did outbound to New York, stayed a while then internal flight to Orlando for about £60 each. Inbound from Orlando. Transatlantic flights were £500 each. That was with Aer Lingus From LHR via...
Forum: General Chat 1 Apr 19, 09:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 886
Posted By chippyminton
Shepperton is the best bet as it’s unaffected...

Shepperton is the best bet as it’s unaffected. Chertsey is is slower as the route is via Woking due to the works.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 31 Mar 19, 11:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,402
Posted By chippyminton
Aww. Where will I take a nap if it’s closed?;)

Aww. Where will I take a nap if it’s closed?;)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Mar 19, 11:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,410
Posted By chippyminton
I booked a 3 week window on site with the...

I booked a 3 week window on site with the intention of ending up with about 10 days. Once flights and other hotels were sorted, I amended the Disney booking just before the balance was due, at a cost...
Forum: General Chat 31 Mar 19, 10:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 886
Posted By chippyminton
Yes, there’s usually plenty of space on a Sunday.

Yes, there’s usually plenty of space on a Sunday.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 31 Mar 19, 10:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,663
Posted By chippyminton
We did Disney first (onsite with DDP) then...

We did Disney first (onsite with DDP) then Universal (PBH club).
It was our second Disney trip and first time to Universal so didn’t know what to expect.
With hindsight I would’ve done it the other...
Forum: General Chat 31 Mar 19, 10:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 886
Posted By chippyminton
https://www.southwesternrailway.com/plan-my-journe...

https://www.southwesternrailway.com/plan-my-journey/planned-improvements/april-works Look at the Feltham area section.

There are no trains from Staines into Waterloo next weekend I’m afraid. You...
Forum: Accommodation 17 Mar 19, 08:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 460
Posted By chippyminton
We like to be by the West Depot bus stop (first...

We like to be by the West Depot bus stop (first pick up and drop off) so the 20s buildings are good - we had an upstairs corner room in building 27 last time, which was also handy for the food court...
Forum: Accommodation 17 Mar 19, 08:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,399
Posted By chippyminton
Expedia via Quidco when the cashback rate is high.

Expedia via Quidco when the cashback rate is high.
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Mar 19, 08:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,681
Posted By chippyminton
https://www.pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on?view=cal...

https://www.pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on?view=calendar#view=calendar

Anything you fancy at pizza express live?

Or comedy nights - check Time Out.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 17 Mar 19, 10:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,589
Posted By chippyminton
It’s fun! Just did a straw poll in the house and...

It’s fun! Just did a straw poll in the house and the vote was for TSM, SDD then ASS. If you have to queue, TSM is a better wait as it’s undercover and more entertaining.
Forum: General Chat 17 Mar 19, 10:02 AM
Replies: 822
Views: 77,851
Posted By chippyminton
Hi. First time for us, and DS1 is looking at...

Hi. First time for us, and DS1 is looking at engineering. He has a mile high pile of prospectuses and a long list based on various criteria - specialism, league tables, grades, university air...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Mar 19, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,428
Posted By chippyminton
Last year the tickets were full price (but...

Last year the tickets were full price (but included the 14 days for 7 offer).
Forum: Accommodation 4 Mar 19, 11:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,174
Posted By chippyminton
Take a bag to transport your washing to and from...

Take a bag to transport your washing to and from the laundry room.

I love doing laundry at POR - load the machine, pop to the food court for a drink and snack and chill by the pool, keeping an eye...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 4 Mar 19, 11:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,700
Posted By chippyminton
Definitely doable without a car. We are family of...

Definitely doable without a car. We are family of 5 and XL Lyfts were plentiful.
Flew into MCO so had magical express, and prebooked transfers between Disney and universal hotels and to the airport...
Forum: Accommodation 1 Mar 19, 01:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,085
Posted By chippyminton
The laundry rooms have vending machines that have...

The laundry rooms have vending machines that have small boxes of powder.

Did you know about laundry view, so you can see when your washing is done?

https://www.laundryview.com/selectProperty
Forum: Accommodation 25 Feb 19, 08:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,794
Posted By chippyminton
Not RPR but POR - booked a club room for five...

Not RPR but POR - booked a club room for five (through Expedia) and noted that the room could accommodate five but there would be a charge for the rollaway.

In the event we werent charged for the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 Feb 19, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 452
Posted By chippyminton
Just turn up early. And pre-order your food...

Just turn up early.

And pre-order your food so no waiting around.
Forum: Accommodation 25 Feb 19, 08:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 617
Posted By chippyminton
I got prices for changing resorts, retaining the...

I got prices for changing resorts, retaining the DDP, but that was direct with Disney. Stuck with POR in the end - you wont be disappointed, it is a lovely resort.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 25 Feb 19, 08:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 910
Posted By chippyminton
Have a look at LastMinute.com. We did a spur of...

Have a look at LastMinute.com.
We did a spur of the moment trip in the autumn when I realised earlier in the week that DD had two inset days before a weekend. Eurostar booked direct was £££ but a...
Forum: General Trip Planning 25 Feb 19, 08:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By chippyminton
Grand Central Oyster Bar Chelsea Market

Grand Central Oyster Bar
Chelsea Market
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Feb 19, 01:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,655
Posted By chippyminton
So if you go DIY, my tip is to book direct with...

So if you go DIY, my tip is to book direct with Disney, but extend your booking for 2-3 nights either side of your preferred dates to give yourself some flexibility on flights. Then once flights are...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 23 Feb 19, 10:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,630
Posted By chippyminton
https://orlandoinformer.com/universal/refillable-c...

https://orlandoinformer.com/universal/refillable-cups-popcorn-buckets-coke-freestyle/

Everything you need to know in this link to the Orlando Informer.

We had one freestyle cup, and the time...
Forum: Accommodation 23 Feb 19, 10:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 855
Posted By chippyminton
If you can change and the new trip is lower in...

If you can change and the new trip is lower in price you will be charged £50 (I think)
Forum: General Chat 17 Feb 19, 09:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,932
Posted By chippyminton
Thank you fizzypop. We have a A level and GCSE...

Thank you fizzypop. We have a A level and GCSE in 2020 so that’s n invaluable bit of intel.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 17 Feb 19, 09:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,149
Posted By chippyminton
The advantage of Eurostar is that the station is...

The advantage of Eurostar is that the station is literally next to the parks so you can arrive and go straight in. If staying onsite your luggage can be sent to the hotel, and if offsite there Is a...
Forum: Accommodation 17 Feb 19, 09:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 634
Posted By chippyminton
You’ll get lots of different opinions 😀 We’ve...

You’ll get lots of different opinions 😀
We’ve only stayed in the Alligator Bayou (as rooms can sleep 5) but I prefer it anyway because:
The West Depot is the best bus stop, first to pick up so you...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Feb 19, 10:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 877
Posted By chippyminton
Plenty of time as long as the first leg isn’t...

Plenty of time as long as the first leg isn’t late. We’ve missed our onward connection a couple of times and Aer Lingus have put us on the next flight. However that was onward to LHR are there are...
Forum: General Chat 10 Feb 19, 08:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,297
Posted By chippyminton
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/arpenaz-10l-hiking-bac...

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/arpenaz-10l-hiking-backpack-pink-id_8331385.html

These Decathlon ones are perfect and only £2.50. One each.
Forum: Accommodation 10 Feb 19, 06:52 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,606
Posted By chippyminton
Not for on-site, we found that the DDP is more...

Not for on-site, we found that the DDP is more than enough food.
We stay at POR which has a great food court. There is station with takeaway containers and big brown bags, which are handy to pack...
Forum: Accommodation 7 Feb 19, 11:19 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 8,606
Posted By chippyminton
Five of us sharing at POR so we take a few bits...

Five of us sharing at POR so we take a few bits to make life a bit smoother.

We don’t use packing cubes but we do take use the Ikea drawer organisers in our suitcases, which sit on the shelves and...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 6 Feb 19, 09:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By chippyminton
I have messaged you about who we used last summer...

I have messaged you about who we used last summer for five PAX for the same trips 🙂
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