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Forum: General Chat 13 Apr 24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 15,265
Posted By mrsmickey
We've got the same unit doors! :)

We've got the same unit doors! :)
Forum: TV and Film 13 Apr 24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 222
Posted By mrsmickey
If you haven't read the books, I might be tempted...

If you haven't read the books, I might be tempted to wait until series 3 is done and then read them. I read them between series 1 and 2 and got quite irritated by series 2 as it wasn't how I imagined...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Apr 24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 439
Posted By mrsmickey
3 hours is more than enough to drop bags, go...

3 hours is more than enough to drop bags, go through security, repack after security, have a meal, wander round WH smiths, sit down to speculate about when your departure gate will be confirmed for a...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 13 Apr 24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,130
Posted By mrsmickey
I wonder if it's because they are struggling to...

I wonder if it's because they are struggling to draw together some of the IP in a sensible way? It seems they have the Marvel area, the Pixar area, the "studio" area and soon the Frozen area. If they...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 13 Apr 24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
Day 5 - heading off! We got up and packed...

Day 5 - heading off!

We got up and packed quickly, dropping our bags off at the porters (along with the large marvel artwork!). They were very efficient - there was no queue (I've also just...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 13 Apr 24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
Day 4 - Remy's We started day 4 quite early...

Day 4 - Remy's

We started day 4 quite early and headed over to Studios to ride Crush's Coaster whilst still in early park admission. The problem is everyone heads there in early park admission so...
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 11 Apr 24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 989
Posted By mrsmickey
I also second the idea of Butlins, we also go to...

I also second the idea of Butlins, we also go to Bognor as it has the more modern pool and we stay at the hotels, but my son loves it - he's now 10 and we've been going since he was about 2 or 3...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 11 Apr 24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 132
Posted By mrsmickey
Whilst I haven't done it, one consideration in my...

Whilst I haven't done it, one consideration in my mind might be sleep patterns of the 14/15 month old. If they don't sleep well, you'll all be in one room in fairly close proximity, meaning the 4yo...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 11 Apr 24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
We tried to do that, but there wasn't any...

We tried to do that, but there wasn't any available for our entire trip when we looked on day 2 - I'd suggest if you want it get it as early in advance as you can! Hotel Concierge have access to the...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 11 Apr 24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
Day 3 - Walts We were a bit more relaxed...

Day 3 - Walts

We were a bit more relaxed this morning following yesterday's long day (we hit nearly 30,000 steps!). We went for breakfast just before 9 and were allocated to Manhattan restaurant...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Apr 24, 10:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,356
Posted By mrsmickey
Don't worry, we decided not to stay at Disney...

Don't worry, we decided not to stay at Disney when we went to Florida last year after our poor experiences they year before, Universal got our custom instead!
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 10 Apr 24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
Day 2 - a long one! When we left our room...

Day 2 - a long one!

When we left our room for breakfast, Maxwell noticed the Guardians picture at the end of the corridor and wanted a photo. We were surprised to find there was a second large...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Apr 24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,356
Posted By mrsmickey
It was a bit annoying, but I also took the view...

It was a bit annoying, but I also took the view from past experience that if I spent the holiday complaining and getting frustrated about it, the value lost in my approach to the trip would be more...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 10 Apr 24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
Day 1 - travel We were flying to Paris with...

Day 1 - travel

We were flying to Paris with BA, mainly as I'd forgotten we still had some credit on a voucher from a Covid-19 cancelled flight. Unfortunately, we could only get flights from...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Reports 10 Apr 24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 451
Posted By mrsmickey
Paris in spring April 2024

Hi everyone!

I thought I’d do a trip pie of our recent trip to DLP. I see Rac20 has recently done a fab trippie from March - I’ll try to give some different perspectives as we did our trip a...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Apr 24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,356
Posted By mrsmickey
The problem is the t&cs. Allow Disney to make...

The problem is the t&cs. Allow Disney to make minor changes - I expect this would likely be considered minor as they still offer tap water, and if you’re upset by it you could just eat at buffets...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Apr 24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 944
Posted By mrsmickey
It depends what you want. Fans of marvel / Star...

It depends what you want. Fans of marvel / Star Wars may be completely disinterested in Pixar and fantasyland, although may want to do a couple of the other thrill rides. One day may be plenty!
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 7 Apr 24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,356
Posted By mrsmickey
Also… just watch some of the drinks purchases. At...

Also… just watch some of the drinks purchases. At todays lunch (Walt’s) if you wanted a coke based drink, it was 330ml for €5. If you want Fanta or sprite, it’s €5 but for only 250ml. That’s smaller...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 5 Apr 24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,356
Posted By mrsmickey
Here at the moment. It’s definitely right, no...

Here at the moment. It’s definitely right, no soft drinks for meal plan unless kids or buffet. It applies to all bookings
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,160
Posted By mrsmickey
Where are you planning on eating those? Sounds...

Where are you planning on eating those? Sounds daft but if you’re on site it’s different to offsite options
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Mar 24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 276
Posted By mrsmickey
Just to expand, it’s which hotel you stay in. If...

Just to expand, it’s which hotel you stay in. If you’re staying in a higher bracket hotel, your breakfast would be more, so they call it half board plus.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Mar 24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 578
Posted By mrsmickey
If you’re on site and doing DCL then use the...

If you’re on site and doing DCL then use the Disney cruise transport. Otherwise, Uber is very easy - you’ll probably need an Uber XL but you can just select it in the app
Forum: General Chat 15 Mar 24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 778
Posted By mrsmickey
Definitely have a look on brick link for expected...

Definitely have a look on brick link for expected prices, then sell there or look at specialist Facebook pages for Lego collectors. You’re rarely going to get good value for old sets, who can be...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 14 Mar 24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,397
Posted By mrsmickey
I think it’s a bit further - certainly you can’t...

I think it’s a bit further - certainly you can’t see anything of a city from Labadee, and it’s seemingly a half hour drive at least, but nonetheless I take the point you make :)
Forum: General Trip Planning 6 Mar 24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,383
Posted By mrsmickey
Good choice! I know you have done RCI before but...

Good choice! I know you have done RCI before but when my 9yo went in their kids club vs DCL he just went no thanks! However icon probably has a bit to do for the kids…!
Forum: General Chat 5 Mar 24, 12:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 953
Posted By mrsmickey
I’ve worn them to varying degrees for 26 years...

I’ve worn them to varying degrees for 26 years. When I started, I was on monthlies you took out daily and cleaned; I found it incredibly difficult to get them in at first and it took a lot to get...
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 2 Mar 24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,228
Posted By mrsmickey
We went about 5 years ago. Accommodation was fine...

We went about 5 years ago. Accommodation was fine and wasn’t too hilly. Pool is one of the best haven pools there is, great for kids. On site food options were a little limited though a Starbucks was...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 2 Mar 24, 11:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,161
Posted By mrsmickey
We go in 32 days and I’ve not heard anything yet...

We go in 32 days and I’ve not heard anything yet. The original local tax is clearly listed on my invoice.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 27 Feb 24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,397
Posted By mrsmickey
Just dug around the staysure site, their...

Just dug around the staysure site, their insurance does seem particularly fiddly. Nonetheless, looking at their annual policy terms,I expect worse case scenario it would definitely be contestible if...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 27 Feb 24, 12:07 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,397
Posted By mrsmickey
I expect it was my post about battle face that...

I expect it was my post about battle face that was the original reference. Yes, I get my main travel insurance through my Lloyds platinum bank account. They confirmed that it wouldn’t invalidate my...
Forum: General Chat 22 Feb 24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,575
Posted By mrsmickey
We are big AFOLs in my house. I’d guess we have...

We are big AFOLs in my house. I’d guess we have about 400 sets but may be more, our double garage has special racking for them all!

We help fund the habit by buying a couple of each set at least,...
Forum: General Chat 16 Feb 24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 15,402
Posted By mrsmickey
I had a deeply frustrating experience on Monday...

I had a deeply frustrating experience on Monday. I was dropping off some old clothes at a charity clothes bank outside a local shop when an elderly gentleman tripped over a kerb and was lying face...
Forum: General Chat 11 Feb 24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,631
Posted By mrsmickey
I would love to do a big tour of America -...

I would love to do a big tour of America - national parks, east coast etc. I’ve also been fascinated by the history of at Petersburg but only a place to visit when it’s morally acceptable to do so! ...
Forum: Accommodation 10 Feb 24, 12:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 790
Posted By mrsmickey
It’s basically that you have to still pay the...

It’s basically that you have to still pay the taxes and (if there are any) resort fees. For the last couple of years we’ve taken about £750 off our bill
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Feb 24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,859
Posted By mrsmickey
Also, make sure you get the invoice with the...

Also, make sure you get the invoice with the offers on it after changing. A couple of years ago we had an amendment to our booking at disneys end (something like a room change) and it wiped off our...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 6 Feb 24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,332
Posted By mrsmickey
The pricing difference is the really bad bit. I’d...

The pricing difference is the really bad bit. I’d be frustrated if I couldn’t get better meals off the plan in restaurants. However, charging more than double the price if you’re staying in the...
Forum: General Chat 25 Jan 24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 13,908
Posted By mrsmickey
I’m in a not dissimilar situation. I’m burnout,...

I’m in a not dissimilar situation. I’m burnout, but in a different way; there’s been a lot of change at my work and my values no longer align with my employer. I’ve made the decision that I can’t...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 23 Jan 24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By mrsmickey
It makes perfect sense. Disney like to rinse us...

It makes perfect sense. Disney like to rinse us for everything we have, and if we can stay in a top level hotel, we can afford to pay more for the same food.

More seriously, I think it’s because...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 21 Jan 24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,930
Posted By mrsmickey
I can see I was the last poster! We did go in...

I can see I was the last poster! We did go in August. We were incredibly lucky, we were in the Caribbean when a hurricane hit and it went above us up to Orlando before we then returned. Other...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Jan 24, 10:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,288
Posted By mrsmickey
It is the hotel you’re staying at. We’re at...

It is the hotel you’re staying at. We’re at marvel New York so we’re on plus
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