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Forum: General Chat 14 Apr 24, 02:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 592
Posted By Jennywren
Depends where he wants to use the scooter on the...

Depends where he wants to use the scooter on the pavement or on the road. Do you want one that comes apart to go in a car boot or one that folds (be careful some that fold are quite heavy to lift in...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 12 Apr 24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,234
Posted By Jennywren
I've no idea - I usually just go to guest...

I've no idea - I usually just go to guest relations when I arrive and it has never been a problem.

Now I'm on my own I usually go 2 or 3 times a year for about 3 weeks each time, as I can't do...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 12 Apr 24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,234
Posted By Jennywren
tbh the whole idea of a cruise doesn't really...

tbh the whole idea of a cruise doesn't really appeal to me.
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 12 Apr 24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,234
Posted By Jennywren
I was due to go to WDW on the 5th May but have...

I was due to go to WDW on the 5th May but have had to cancel my trip due to hospital treatment and with these new DAS rules coming in it looks like I can no longer plan to go.

I have used DAS on...
Forum: Social Groups 3 Apr 24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 8,666
Posted By Jennywren
Sadly I have just had to cancel my May 24 trip -...

Sadly I have just had to cancel my May 24 trip - feeing gutted but my health must come first.

The NHS are doing their best to fix me and I have received 5 different hospital appointments for the...
Forum: Social Groups 1 Apr 24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 8,666
Posted By Jennywren
Still waiting for the hospital to give me the go...

Still waiting for the hospital to give me the go ahead about whether I will be ok to travel or not. I hope to hear something this week.

Starting to gather things in the spare room ready to pack...
Forum: General Chat 29 Mar 24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 368
Posted By Jennywren
Passport Fees Going Up

Just a reminder from Simon Calder today which I hope some of you will find helpful :

"Fees for adult UK passports increase by £6 to £88.50 from 11 April. The latest increase corresponds to 260...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 27 Mar 24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 512
Posted By Jennywren
My last visit in Dec 23 the meet and greets were...

My last visit in Dec 23 the meet and greets were still happening in this area but not the party. Hope this helps.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Mar 24, 01:10 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,609
Posted By Jennywren
I love the Grove but there is nothing within...

I love the Grove but there is nothing within walking distance of the resort, and the resort shuttle buses only do one journey a day to/from the parks and often leave before the fireworks. When I stay...
Forum: Social Groups 22 Mar 24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 8,666
Posted By Jennywren
On tenterhooks to hear on Monday whether I may...

On tenterhooks to hear on Monday whether I may have to cancel/postpone my holiday. Waiting to have a Fluorescien Angiogram of my eye at the hospital on Monday and my Consultant says he will let me...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Mar 24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 598
Posted By Jennywren
Didn't realise there was any accessible seating...

Didn't realise there was any accessible seating at the front I have always sat at the back. I use a mobility scooter but also now have a Visual Impairment, so I will try asking about the lower...
Forum: General Chat 14 Mar 24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 985
Posted By Jennywren
I had a similar problem after travelling in...

I had a similar problem after travelling in December and loads of charges still showing as pending over two months after I returned. They finally resolved this but I am looking at moving from using...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Mar 24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,284
Posted By Jennywren
K and M Rentals provide an equally good service...

K and M Rentals provide an equally good service and are much cheaper than Scooterbug for their travel scooters which fit in back of a vehicle.

https://www.km-rentals.com/orlando-scooter-rentals/
...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 9 Mar 24, 04:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 497
Posted By Jennywren
I regularly take my Pride Go Go Elite Traveller...

I regularly take my Pride Go Go Elite Traveller Plus Scooter with me and lift this in and out of Uber XL's if that helps at all.
Forum: General Chat 8 Mar 24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,361
Posted By Jennywren
Hope your DH is on the mend really soon. I...

Hope your DH is on the mend really soon.

I totally agree the help and support given by Dibbers is amazing.
Forum: General Chat 7 Mar 24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,334
Posted By Jennywren
Sorry I can't offer any advice about the journey,...

Sorry I can't offer any advice about the journey, but I just wanted to say what a fantastic achievement and offer my congratulations to your DS. I hope you all really enjoy the experience.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 5 Mar 24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 16,759
Posted By Jennywren
Sorry but if a steak is cooked properly either...

Sorry but if a steak is cooked properly either rare or blue it should not be swimming in blood, and yes I like my steak this way and I am a woman :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Mar 24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,284
Posted By Jennywren
The 12 and 15 seat minibuses do not have much...

The 12 and 15 seat minibuses do not have much room for luggage/scooters and will be more difficult to load.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 4 Mar 24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,608
Posted By Jennywren
As someone with a sight impairment I find all the...

As someone with a sight impairment I find all the 3D rides/shows very difficult to watch. The only way I can even remotely see what is going on is if I am seated in the centre of a theatre such as...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Mar 24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,284
Posted By Jennywren
If the other adults with you are able to break...

If the other adults with you are able to break the scooters down into all their component parts and load them and reassemble them it will be a bit of a squeeze and you may need to put some scooter ...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 29 Feb 24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 894
Posted By Jennywren
Why not try using a scooter here in the UK from a...

Why not try using a scooter here in the UK from a Shopmobility scheme first to build your confidence?

Alternatively you may be able to borrow either a wheelchair or scooter from a local charity...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 29 Feb 24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 16,759
Posted By Jennywren
No I haven't tried every item on every menu, but...

No I haven't tried every item on every menu, but I have been going to Disney for over 35 years now so I have tried a pretty broad selection. In all that time I have only ever been served 2 meals that...
Forum: General Chat 28 Feb 24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 15,384
Posted By Jennywren
Well miracle of miracles I have just had my first...

Well miracle of miracles I have just had my first face to face appt with a GP in years, pre Covid I used to be seen at least twice a month by my GP who has now retired. The doctor I saw today was...
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,046
Posted By Jennywren
Welcome back hope you enjoy being back on the...

Welcome back hope you enjoy being back on the Dibb , and your plans to travel again.
Forum: General Chat 22 Feb 24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,250
Posted By Jennywren
Hi Everyone, There have been so many really...

Hi Everyone,

There have been so many really kind posts on this thread I'm quite embarrassed by them, and by Margaret's original post but Thank You they mean a lot.

Margaret and I have become...
Forum: Accommodation 22 Feb 24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By Jennywren
Where are you staying? You could try e-mailing...

Where are you staying? You could try e-mailing the resort directly with your requests including your VH booking details. No guarantees but might be worth a try.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 16 Feb 24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 288
Posted By Jennywren
I recommend K & M rentals have used them many...

I recommend K & M rentals have used them many times, their rates tend to be very competitive too.
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Feb 24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By Jennywren
Sorry Andi - I can't help, I had a quick look at...

Sorry Andi - I can't help, I had a quick look at the website link that posted above and it wasn't very clear. I can only suggest you contact them direct - I joined through the NHSRF scheme because I...
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Feb 24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By Jennywren
So glad you have got it sorted out, as you say...

So glad you have got it sorted out, as you say lovely people to deal with. I only wish I had known about them when my DH was still alive - it would have saved us a fortune.
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Feb 24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 875
Posted By Jennywren
Yes mine was through the NHS Retirement...

Yes mine was through the NHS Retirement Fellowship - excellent value for money and no need to declare pre-existing medical conditions if you meet their other eligibility requirements.

Long story...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 22 Jan 24, 12:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 582
Posted By Jennywren
I agree always found them very helpful as well.

I agree always found them very helpful as well.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jan 24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,125
Posted By Jennywren
Another suggestion is a visit to Tarpon Springs -...

Another suggestion is a visit to Tarpon Springs - just like finding a Greek fishing village in Florida. Lots of Greek Restaurants, Bakeries and Markets. It's best known for the Sponge Diving, there...
Forum: TV and Film 14 Jan 24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1,817
Views: 158,233
Posted By Jennywren
Dark Waters - True Story which tells the legal...

Dark Waters - True Story which tells the legal battle in the Teflon/Du Pont scandal. Shocking story.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Dec 23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,297
Posted By Jennywren
I flew out and back on the A330 in Premium from...

I flew out and back on the A330 in Premium from LHR. I have previously flown on these planes without issues.

Outbound the crew were outstanding, unfortunately they couldn't find the bulkhead...
Forum: Accommodation 10 Dec 23, 10:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,614
Posted By Jennywren
Sorry I think we must be talking about two...

Sorry I think we must be talking about two different hotels. The Wyndham Celebration doesn't have either tower or motel style rooms.

This is the link to the hotel I am staying in ...
Forum: Accommodation 8 Dec 23, 05:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,614
Posted By Jennywren
This time I have been averaging around $18 - $20...

This time I have been averaging around $18 - $20 for a single one way trip to the WDW parks. for an Uber XL, a standard car would be cheaper. AK is the closest park and that is slightly cheaper to...
Forum: Accommodation 8 Dec 23, 05:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,614
Posted By Jennywren
Hi I am here now and the fridge in my room does...

Hi I am here now and the fridge in my room does have a small freezer compartment. I have managed to fit 3 small bottles of water in it. Hope that helps.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Dec 23, 05:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,466
Posted By Jennywren
Saw it tonight. It's not Illuminations, the...

Saw it tonight. It's not Illuminations, the fireworks themselves are a wow but the music didn't 'get me' like Illuminations used to. I am going again at the weekend so will see what I make of it on...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 26 Nov 23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,959
Posted By Jennywren
Received the e-mail to pre-select meal yesterday...

Received the e-mail to pre-select meal yesterday tried to follow the link in the e-mail didn't work.

This morning tried to follow the link on page 1 of this thread after lots of buffering...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Nov 23, 11:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,175
Posted By Jennywren
As a solo traveller with disabilities I use a...

As a solo traveller with disabilities I use a Mears Taxi from the airport as the taxi rank is just outside the VA bag collection point, so super easy if a bit more expensive no need to book in...
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