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Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 3 Sep 23, 08:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,817
Posted By LizzyBear
So we've been back from Orlando for nearly 3...

So we've been back from Orlando for nearly 3 months now and to be honest I haven't spent much time on the dibb as we don't really have a time frame for going back to Florida and it's a bit of a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Sep 23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,096
Posted By LizzyBear
We originally had a budget of £10k for our family...

We originally had a budget of £10k for our family of 5's 2020 trip and that was with for 3 weeks with 3 small children (4, 5 and 8) Think we were on about £12-13k estimated in the end with spends...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Jun 23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 386
Views: 48,860
Posted By LizzyBear
We tipped 18% for all table service meals on our...

We tipped 18% for all table service meals on our recent trip and most servers were thankful, but there were a couple who seemed disappointed with that amount :erm:
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Jun 23, 10:46 AM
Replies: 703
Views: 74,464
Posted By LizzyBear
Personally i'd rather do as has been suggested...

Personally i'd rather do as has been suggested and load up a Disney gift card with what I would have spent on the plan, either as a lump sum or just top it up per day, and eat as and when. We found...
Forum: General Chat 6 Jun 23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,611
Posted By LizzyBear
Paultons is fab, highly recommend and will be...

Paultons is fab, highly recommend and will be perfect for the ages of your kids. We've been twice and would be regulars if we lived closer!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 6 Jun 23, 03:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,886
Posted By LizzyBear
Just got back from 3 weeks there and it ranged...

Just got back from 3 weeks there and it ranged from $18-25pp. I agree with pp budget for the 25 and hopefully it won't be more than that.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 6 Jun 23, 02:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,131
Posted By LizzyBear
We did cocoa beach and my 3 enjoyed swimming in...

We did cocoa beach and my 3 enjoyed swimming in the waves but they're 7/8/11 and confident swimmers. For a toddler Clearwater might be better as the sea is calmer.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Jun 23, 02:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,108
Posted By LizzyBear
We paid to use the multi-storey on memorial...

We paid to use the multi-storey on memorial weekend just gone. It's a US bank holiday so the place was packed, no free spaces outside at all (just to confirm it is free to park in that part) so we...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Jun 23, 02:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,764
Posted By LizzyBear
We used Banana Boat and Coppertone when our...

We used Banana Boat and Coppertone when our Soltan bought from the UK ran out and had no problems, but I think the water parks can be particularly brutal for sun exposure. We all wore rash vests...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 May 23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 12,200
Posted By LizzyBear
Your poor husband, glad you all managed to get...

Your poor husband, glad you all managed to get home ok and he can recover in a familiar environment. We are here currently and I had cold symptoms the first week but have shaken it now, I put it down...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 21 May 23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 262,738
Posted By LizzyBear
I am here currently. Picked up a lovely Chevy...

I am here currently. Picked up a lovely Chevy Tahoe aka the tank yesterday at Disney car care. All good with collection, it's a normal Alamo booking just discounted, you get a number you can look up...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 May 23, 06:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,499
Posted By LizzyBear
Some things we've bought for our upcoming trip:...

Some things we've bought for our upcoming trip: Amazon basics filter water bottles, ponchos (decathlon), Anker power banks, spare charging cables, autograph book (not Disney specific so can use for...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 8 May 23, 11:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,226
Posted By LizzyBear
Following along, interesting to read how your...

Following along, interesting to read how your plans have evolved over time :) We had a similar dilemma with deciding whether to do Seaworld or not but decided to skip it as 2 out of our 3 kids are...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 8 May 23, 11:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,817
Posted By LizzyBear
So with 5 days to go it's all systems go with the...

So with 5 days to go it's all systems go with the holiday prep! Holiday purchases made, important documents folder sorted, currency ordered (not taking a lot of cash tbh just for tips and the kids...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 May 23, 12:35 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,182
Posted By LizzyBear
Yes I would have taken any of my 3 on it at that...

Yes I would have taken any of my 3 on it at that age :)
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 May 23, 12:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,337
Posted By LizzyBear
Those of you with 5 plus luggage will likely want...

Those of you with 5 plus luggage will likely want the full size SUV rather than the standard one tbh, unless you're OK with having some luggage by people's feet for the airport runs.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 8 May 23, 12:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,157
Posted By LizzyBear
We are, posting here so I remember to reply again!

We are, posting here so I remember to reply again!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 May 23, 10:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,095
Posted By LizzyBear
Feeling similar... 3 years ago we should have...

Feeling similar... 3 years ago we should have gone but I didn't want to rebook til things were as 'normal' as possible. Can't believe we're actually going on Saturday, feels very surreal and not sure...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 May 23, 12:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,212
Posted By LizzyBear
£700pp roughly economy delight man-mco with...

£700pp roughly economy delight man-mco with Virgin. Dates 13/5-3/6. Pricier than we wanted but that price was worth it to us to avoid driving down to London, though we did consider it and wouldn't...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Apr 23, 07:59 PM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 61,901
Posted By LizzyBear
Might see you, I'll be the large stressed lady...

Might see you, I'll be the large stressed lady with 3 excited kids (first trip for them) in economy delight! :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Apr 23, 12:05 AM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 61,901
Posted By LizzyBear
13/5/23 Man-Mco vs0073 Please and thank...

13/5/23
Man-Mco
vs0073

Please and thank you :)
Forum: General Chat 25 Mar 23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,249
Posted By LizzyBear
Honestly, I'd be made up if either of my in-laws...

Honestly, I'd be made up if either of my in-laws wanted to go away with us for a break like that. I'm always a bit envious of others who have very involved grandparents/extended family.
Forum: Social Groups 22 Mar 23, 07:46 PM
Replies: 1,238
Views: 33,232
Posted By LizzyBear
I think my little 2 (7 and 8) are mostly sorted...

I think my little 2 (7 and 8) are mostly sorted for holiday clothes as I got them a lot in the summer sales, just sandals which I'll get next month. I'm sure my oldest (11) will have a list for me...
Forum: Accommodation 22 Mar 23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,778
Posted By LizzyBear
Hotels.com will price match if you prefer to use...

Hotels.com will price match if you prefer to use them. I've done it twice with our HRH booking as found cheaper prices.
Forum: General Chat 22 Mar 23, 12:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,468
Posted By LizzyBear
My 11 year old is a bit of a skincare junkie,...

My 11 year old is a bit of a skincare junkie, much more than her 38 year old mum! She has previously used Simple or Cetaphil but just got a new one recently by a brand called Byoma.
Forum: General Chat 22 Mar 23, 12:05 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,950
Posted By LizzyBear
Tbh our upcoming trip will likely be the only one...

Tbh our upcoming trip will likely be the only one we do in this way ie staying and eating onsite (for part of the holiday at least) and having both Disney and Universal tickets. As a family of 5 it's...
Forum: Social Groups 21 Mar 23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 1,238
Views: 33,232
Posted By LizzyBear
We're just driving down on the morning of the...

We're just driving down on the morning of the flight. We live half an hour away from Manchester airport and plan to leave at 9 if latest for our 1:50 flight so still have extra time if any issues...
Forum: General Chat 21 Mar 23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,597
Posted By LizzyBear
17/18 in 2002. My mum booked it through a local...

17/18 in 2002. My mum booked it through a local travel agent and we just used a guidebook to plan. I remember seeing a tiger in a cage on the back of a truck on the way to the airport. Our hotel was...
Forum: General Chat 21 Mar 23, 12:26 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,108
Posted By LizzyBear
Congratulations Pluto19! Just watched all the...

Congratulations Pluto19! Just watched all the winning videos and they were fab, so creative :)
Forum: General Chat 20 Mar 23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,074
Posted By LizzyBear
Love this, thanks for sharing :) I remember...

Love this, thanks for sharing :) I remember paying just under £3k for 2 adults staying 2 weeks at pofq with free dining in 2007, that's with tickets and flights! Felt really expensive at the time...
Forum: Social Groups 20 Mar 23, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1,238
Views: 33,232
Posted By LizzyBear
I've booked all 14 days of our ticket, though we...

I've booked all 14 days of our ticket, though we may well rejig some nearer the time. As it's the kids first trip I need to see how they go with full park days in the hear and we may like to go in...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 20 Mar 23, 03:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,563
Posted By LizzyBear
My son was 16 months when we went, also had a 2.5...

My son was 16 months when we went, also had a 2.5 year old and 5 year old. We did Disneyland Paris as part of a longer France trip and I can honestly say it was the least stressful part, they all did...
Forum: TV and Film 20 Mar 23, 12:40 PM
Replies: 1,758
Views: 149,699
Posted By LizzyBear
Megan. It was ok, worth a watch if you like...

Megan. It was ok, worth a watch if you like horror.
Forum: General Chat 20 Mar 23, 12:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,978
Posted By LizzyBear
Older, built in the 60s.

Older, built in the 60s.
Forum: General Chat 20 Mar 23, 12:38 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,127
Posted By LizzyBear
Loads here in Cheshire, and worse since the...

Loads here in Cheshire, and worse since the recent cold snap. They rarely get fixed despite being reported frequently, I know someone who was told that the roads are comparable to others in the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Mar 23, 12:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 679
Posted By LizzyBear
Legally you don't have to (only required for age...

Legally you don't have to (only required for age 5 and under in Florida) but I will be bringing boosters for my 7 and 8 year olds.
Forum: General Chat 18 Mar 23, 08:46 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 10,121
Posted By LizzyBear
Not married and unlikely we ever will (mutual...

Not married and unlikely we ever will (mutual decision) but been together 13 years in May. Very glad I didn't marry the person I was with at 16 or 18 though 🙈
Forum: General Chat 18 Mar 23, 08:11 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,295
Posted By LizzyBear
Michael Jackson. Me and my sister had tickets for...

Michael Jackson. Me and my sister had tickets for one of his UK shows before he passed away, still gutted we never got to see him live.
Forum: General Chat 18 Mar 23, 08:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,766
Posted By LizzyBear
Pre kids I used to buy new clothes often,...

Pre kids I used to buy new clothes often, reselling those I was bored of. Nowadays it can be months between my clothing purchases, and usually I will wear things until they're washed/worn out. COVID...
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 18 Mar 23, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,007
Posted By LizzyBear
Got mine too, need to sift through the preview...

Got mine too, need to sift through the preview now!
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