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Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,909
Posted By Laevis
Contigo West Loop every time

Contigo West Loop every time
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 10 Jan 22, 11:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,678
Posted By Laevis
There is a good recent video on the frugal brit...

There is a good recent video on the frugal brit Youtube channel with the top 10 places to eat on I drive. I don't necessarily agree with the list but its a good starting point with a nice overview of...
Forum: General Chat 15 Dec 21, 05:01 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 13,335
Posted By Laevis
Ben Platt in Orlando 23 feb (for my daughter)

Ben Platt in Orlando 23 feb (for my daughter)
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 Dec 21, 02:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,589
Posted By Laevis
always loved the pineapple and coconut mojito at...

always loved the pineapple and coconut mojito at HRC but I don't think they do it any more
Forum: Shopping in Florida 30 Nov 21, 03:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,978
Posted By Laevis
I came on here to recommend the place in Florida...

I came on here to recommend the place in Florida Mall. I got my Green Bay shirt from there a few years ago. Gutted if its gone as I wanted to get more Green Bay stuff next year
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 30 Nov 21, 03:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,675
Posted By Laevis
Definitely Margaritaville. Atmosphere is great...

Definitely Margaritaville.
Atmosphere is great though it can be a little too loud for some.
food is better too
Forum: Accommodation 30 Nov 21, 03:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,855
Posted By Laevis
Both great - I slightly prefer Royal Pacific - go...

Both great - I slightly prefer Royal Pacific - go with whatever is cheapest
Forum: Beyond the Parks 30 Nov 21, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,579
Posted By Laevis
Have done Wild Florida and Boggy Creek in the...

Have done Wild Florida and Boggy Creek in the past and IMO Wild Florida is the better of the two
Forum: Beyond the Parks 30 Nov 21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,557
Posted By Laevis
I have been through Atlantis on several occasions...

I have been through Atlantis on several occasions now and I absolutely agree that it is the greatest bit of theatre in central Florida by a mile (if you are a space nut)
every time I have seen...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 30 Nov 21, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 843
Posted By Laevis
we have done the Kennedy trip with transportation...

we have done the Kennedy trip with transportation on a few occasions. We booked with Attraction Tickets Direct although he trip was run by Florida Dolphin Tours. The excursion is easy to arrange and...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 7 Nov 18, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,863
Posted By Laevis
They have a great choice at the Superhero...

They have a great choice at the Superhero boutique in Islands of Adventure. Last time I was there they had captain America, spider Gwen, spider man, Thor and Black panther bags amongst others. That...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 May 18, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,582
Posted By Laevis
Another vote for Vivos. Lovely atmosphere and a...

Another vote for Vivos. Lovely atmosphere and a varied menu of top quality Italian food. I doo like Margaritaville too though though it can be quite noisy
Forum: Accommodation 11 May 18, 02:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 960
Posted By Laevis
Avanti is an excellent choice if you are on a...

Avanti is an excellent choice if you are on a budget. Rooms are comfortable and clean with all the essentials - microwave, fridge, safe, coffee maker, hair dryer etc. pool area is brilliant too. And...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 27 Apr 18, 11:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,057
Posted By Laevis
there is also Box Lunch in the Florida Mall which...

there is also Box Lunch in the Florida Mall which sells all manner of geeky stuff. I know they had ST stuff last August
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 17 Apr 18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By Laevis
Only been there for ice cream - Last time I had a...

Only been there for ice cream - Last time I had a standard waffle cone and the ice cream on it was about the size of my head (I exaggerate but not by much) - and it was really nice too - creamy and...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 7 Feb 18, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,229
Posted By Laevis
It was awesome watching it at home but I would...

It was awesome watching it at home but I would have LOVED to be there - a real piece of history. So jealous of those who made it
Forum: Beyond the Parks 6 Feb 18, 03:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,229
Posted By Laevis
anyone at KSC today?

If so I would love to hear your experiences of the Falcon Heavy launch. Pics even better.
I am a bit of a Space X fanboy so I'm gutted that I cant be there myself so I will have to experience it...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Feb 18, 03:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,748
Posted By Laevis
Vivos Italian Kitchen for me. Best Italian food I...

Vivos Italian Kitchen for me. Best Italian food I have had in Orlando and such a comfortable experience with the most friendly staff.
(I do like Jimmy Buffets too though...)
Forum: Accommodation 23 Jan 18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,759
Posted By Laevis
I would always go for Avanti over Rosen at...

I would always go for Avanti over Rosen at Pointe. Lighter, more modern rooms and a much better pool and location is just as good
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 23 Jan 18, 03:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,360
Posted By Laevis
Another vote for Jimmy Buffets - especially if...

Another vote for Jimmy Buffets - especially if you want the cocktails - but if you fancy a change from the usual American foods we do love Vivo Italian Kitchen on Citywalk. Certainly the nicest...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Nov 17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By Laevis
We have used Florida Dolphin Tours a few times...

We have used Florida Dolphin Tours a few times for Kennedy trips. You can book with them directly or go through ATD.
Their coaches are modern and comfortable and their guides are knowledgeable too...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 Nov 17, 03:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,293
Posted By Laevis
Not scary at all but some parts are a bit graphic...

Not scary at all but some parts are a bit graphic with the violence which might be too much for some younger riders.
I like the fact that there are multiple voiceovers for the different cars so that...
Forum: General Chat 3 Aug 17, 12:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,307
Posted By Laevis
[QUOTE=WhereIBelong;12726794]Inset days are not...

[QUOTE=WhereIBelong;12726794]Inset days are not set holidays though - even if you have been told there are, say, 2 in September they can change them - if for instance the training provider is sick or...
Forum: Accommodation 3 Aug 17, 09:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,237
Posted By Laevis
I have stayed at both the Avanti and Rosen at...

I have stayed at both the Avanti and Rosen at pointe. Both are good options in brilliant locations. Can't go wrong with either but I slightly prefer the Avanti due to the nicer room styling and the...
Forum: General Chat 3 Aug 17, 09:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,307
Posted By Laevis
Will depend on the school but at my school...

Will depend on the school but at my school training days for the following academic year are not set in stone until around June. But if you contact the school they may be able to give you a probable...
Forum: Accommodation 31 Jul 17, 09:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 847
Posted By Laevis
If you walk it, where do you get checked for...

If you walk it, where do you get checked for security?
Forum: Accommodation 31 Jul 17, 09:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 847
Posted By Laevis
Citywalk from Royal Pacific Resort

Evening all.
I am planning to book one night at the RPR next month to take advantage of the express passes.
My question is about what ways are easiest to get to the universal parks from the resort...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jul 17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 518
Posted By Laevis
Fire at mco...

... but it's only a tree being hit by lightning.
Just been looking at videos from Orlando using snapchat maps and there is some videos taken at mco yesterday of a brilliant storm which started a...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 23 Jul 17, 09:03 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 17,900
Posted By Laevis
Can't wait to go back to vivos Italian kitchen at...

Can't wait to go back to vivos Italian kitchen at citywalk. Love it.
Forum: Accommodation 23 Jul 17, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By Laevis
Nothing much to add really. Avanti offers...

Nothing much to add really. Avanti offers fantastic value at a prime location. Staff are fantastic and the pool area is super though it's worth getting your place around the pool early as the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Jul 17, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By Laevis
Looks like a good price to me for school holiday...

Looks like a good price to me for school holiday times.
Go for it
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Jul 17, 09:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,870
Posted By Laevis
lightweight running shoes are ideal - anything...

lightweight running shoes are ideal - anything that will dry quickly such as Nike free runners are ideal. My wife always goes with a light pair of sketchers which dry out really fast. I don't like...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Jul 17, 09:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,091
Posted By Laevis
Dark Sky is also a very good app. It also has a...

Dark Sky is also a very good app. It also has a radar feature and can be set up to give weather alerts at your exact location.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Jul 17, 02:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,434
Posted By Laevis
In August 2013 we flew into Sanford to be faced...

In August 2013 we flew into Sanford to be faced with a completely packed and non functional immigration hall. The computer system was completely down so they were scrambling about trying to do things...
Forum: Accommodation 9 Jul 17, 12:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 670
Posted By Laevis
All depends on your expectations really. Avanti...

All depends on your expectations really.
Avanti rooms are basic compared to some other options but they are clean and comfortable and offer great value for money. Also the location is fantastic and...
Forum: Photo, Video & Vlogs 29 Jun 17, 03:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,379
Posted By Laevis
Another big advantage of a dedicated compact over...

Another big advantage of a dedicated compact over just using your phone is the Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) on many modern compact cameras such as the Panasonic lumix LX range. I find viewing a phone...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 28 Jun 17, 02:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 589
Posted By Laevis
Legendary Yoda

Hi All
Does anyone know if I will be able to buy a legendary Yoda figure in Orlando? Its the one which is motion activated and can be trained to do various jedi moves and stuff. Looks great but I...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 28 Jun 17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,293
Posted By Laevis
Many mini golf locations on I drive and Universal...

Many mini golf locations on I drive and Universal are open till late as is Wonderworks which is a great place to while away a couple of hours.
Disney springs also has the Cirqu du soleil of course...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jun 17, 12:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,332
Posted By Laevis
we got ours done in the local Costco. Cheap and...

we got ours done in the local Costco.
Cheap and quick.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Jun 17, 10:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,685
Posted By Laevis
Thanks to everyone for your replies. Verdict...

Thanks to everyone for your replies. Verdict seems split so seems to suggest that there is little in it.
Just over 7 weeks till I find out for myself :spin:
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