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Forum: General Trip Planning 21 Apr 24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 636
Posted By jim jehosofat
Return to Sorrento (3rd class) "I must go...

Return to Sorrento (3rd class)

"I must go down to the sea again,
To the lonely sea and the sky;
I left my vest and socks there -
I wonder if they're dry."

Spike Milligan
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Apr 24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 501
Posted By jim jehosofat
I suspect that this could be a hotel and flight...

I suspect that this could be a hotel and flight booking, not with BA Holidays. If it is you won't be able to book seats until the flight tickets have been paid for and issued.

You could contact...
Forum: General Trip Planning 14 Apr 24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By jim jehosofat
Its interesting to read about the love for Port...

Its interesting to read about the love for Port Douglas. We've been there once, never again. We thought it was a very slightly upmarket version of Great Yarmouth.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Apr 24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 231
Posted By jim jehosofat
I take it you haven't read the reviews for these...

I take it you haven't read the reviews for these companies.

I just have and all I can say is Beware.
Forum: General Trip Planning 26 Mar 24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 468
Posted By jim jehosofat
I second Katiec68's reply about going all...

I second Katiec68's reply about going all inclusive.

A can of coke will set you back around £5 if you have to pay. You would probably have to add another 50% at least to your budget if you're not...
Forum: General Chat 25 Mar 24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 663
Posted By jim jehosofat
The unions have to give two weeks notice.

The unions have to give two weeks notice.
Forum: General Trip Planning 20 Mar 24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 142
Posted By jim jehosofat
Hamburg Hotels

Can Dibbers recommend any hotels in Hamburg please?

We're hoping to visit Miniatur Wunderland.

Any other sightseeing recommended?
Forum: General Chat 20 Mar 24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,760
Posted By jim jehosofat
How many baked bean factories are there in the...

How many baked bean factories are there in the UK?

Its probably only a few with slight variations to the recipe for different brands.
Forum: General Trip Planning 19 Mar 24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 363
Posted By jim jehosofat
National Express seems to be at least twice an...

National Express seems to be at least twice an hour, sometimes more.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Mar 24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 398
Posted By jim jehosofat
The only taxes I'm aware of is Air Passenger...

The only taxes I'm aware of is Air Passenger Duty, full details here
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rates-and-allowances-for-air-passenger-duty

There are other charges commonly refered to as taxes...
Forum: General Chat 17 Mar 24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,647
Posted By jim jehosofat
Unfortunately this is standard practice for most...

Unfortunately this is standard practice for most airlines.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Mar 24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,155
Posted By jim jehosofat
Thats sounds like an extraordinary event for...

Thats sounds like an extraordinary event for which I'd say compensation is not payable. I also don't think they would refund the flight if they took you the next day.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Mar 24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,520
Posted By jim jehosofat
You could get one of these if you like soft cell...

You could get one of these if you like soft cell :grin:
https://www.redbubble.com/i/duffle-bag/Say-Hello-Wave-Goodbye-by-Subpopeoandy/65072077.TZ9LO
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 12 Mar 24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,155
Posted By jim jehosofat
I'm puzzled. Why have you asked for a refund? Did...

I'm puzzled. Why have you asked for a refund? Did you have to buy a new ticket? I thought Virgin would have rebooked you to the next available flight without charge.

What compensation are you...
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Mar 24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 200
Posted By jim jehosofat
Another recommendation for The Thistle from me...

Another recommendation for The Thistle from me. If the weather is nice they have a great outdoor seating area where you can take your drinks and plane watch. The car park is fairly large and you keep...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Mar 24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,207
Posted By jim jehosofat
Worth a look,...

Worth a look, https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/british-airways-executive-club/1767041-long-haul-flight-catering-world-traveller-plus.html
Forum: General Chat 7 Mar 24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,997
Posted By jim jehosofat
Tried EBAY? ...

Tried EBAY?
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Feb 24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 659
Posted By jim jehosofat
I think Virgin Holidays may have started a rumour...

I think Virgin Holidays may have started a rumour a week or so ago:grin:
Forum: General Chat 18 Feb 24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,436
Posted By jim jehosofat
Not sure if this qualifies as a free upgrade, but...

Not sure if this qualifies as a free upgrade, but when we booked the flights for our Alaska cruise in the BA January sale it was £300 each cheaper to come home in business class rather than premium...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Feb 24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 65,147
Posted By jim jehosofat
Have Virgin jumped the gun again? They have...

Have Virgin jumped the gun again? They have history of doing this type of thing.
Forum: General Trip Planning 14 Feb 24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,240
Posted By jim jehosofat
The little guest houses will be "dry" so not...

The little guest houses will be "dry" so not really an option if you like a drink. Even a can of coke will be expensive. It is not a cheap destination.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Feb 24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By jim jehosofat
How about this, leaves your hands free for genie+...

How about this, leaves your hands free for genie+ !
...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 13 Feb 24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 564
Posted By jim jehosofat
What are the four missing dates?

What are the four missing dates?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Feb 24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 332
Posted By jim jehosofat
All seats recline equally according to this site...

All seats recline equally according to this site https://www.aerolopa.com/ba

You need to look at a 77S or 77T for a Gatwick based 777.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Feb 24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 492
Views: 22,003
Posted By jim jehosofat
You might want to read the post before this one...

You might want to read the post before this one which details the information required for your query to be answered 😉
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 30 Jan 24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,467
Posted By jim jehosofat
We did a Princess cruise from Australia to New...

We did a Princess cruise from Australia to New Zealand and back and encountered a few cruise snobs.
We were talking to one couple who told us that they cruised at least three times a year. How do...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Jan 24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,937
Posted By jim jehosofat
Not sure how long for a stolen passport, but I...

Not sure how long for a stolen passport, but I applied for a renewal last Sunday and it was delivered to me on Friday, six days is all it took.
Forum: General Chat 28 Jan 24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 720
Posted By jim jehosofat
Its probably because Wednesday is January 31st...

Its probably because Wednesday is January 31st and there is a month end target to beat.
Forum: General Chat 26 Jan 24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 533
Posted By jim jehosofat
This should save you trawling through Flyertalk...

This should save you trawling through Flyertalk for the correct thread https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/british-airways-executive-club/2106153-faq-reason-flight-delay-cancellation-2023-edition.html
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jan 24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,716
Posted By jim jehosofat
There's a forum right here on the DIBB that may...

There's a forum right here on the DIBB that may be of interest to you https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=184
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Jan 24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,107
Posted By jim jehosofat
CFB, you're correct, APD is a UK tax

CFB, you're correct, APD is a UK tax
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Jan 24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,107
Posted By jim jehosofat
I think your wrong with your statement about PE...

I think your wrong with your statement about PE being the lower rate.
From the site you quote

Reduced rate
For travel in the lowest class of travel available on the plane for seat pitches less...
Forum: Accommodation 19 Jan 24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 943
Posted By jim jehosofat
Is the o/p getting confused between the hotels...

Is the o/p getting confused between the hotels and parks?
Forum: General Trip Planning 10 Jan 24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,107
Posted By jim jehosofat
Don't forget that the air passenger duty...

Don't forget that the air passenger duty increases by over £100 per passenger for Premium Economy and Business class fares.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Jan 24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 402
Posted By jim jehosofat
You can hire a sat nav from Discount Florida Car...

You can hire a sat nav from Discount Florida Car Hire

https://www.discountfloridacarhire.co.uk/sat-nav-rentals/
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Jan 24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 383
Posted By jim jehosofat
Save your money and go to Wetherspoons!

Save your money and go to Wetherspoons!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Dec 23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 66,856
Posted By jim jehosofat
Just for reference, both flights were full in...

Just for reference, both flights were full in Economy and I think may only have been a couple of seats left in business. Didn't get an upgrade offer from Emirates, asked at Sydney when there were...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Dec 23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 66,856
Posted By jim jehosofat
Hi again Stanley, could you have a look at our...

Hi again Stanley, could you have a look at our flights home please?
EK417, SYD-DXB, 22/12/23
EK65, DXB-STN, 23/12/23

I'll attempt a trippie when we get home, far too difficult to do on a phone!
Forum: General Trip Planning 16 Dec 23, 12:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 982
Posted By jim jehosofat
Seattle

Have any Dibbers got any hotel recommendations for Seattle and things to do before joining a cruise to Alaska? Thanks in anticipation
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 10 Dec 23, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,969
Posted By jim jehosofat
I'm on Majestic Princess at the moment, plenty to...

I'm on Majestic Princess at the moment, plenty to do after 9pm and there's a mixture of ages aboard.
Tonight they're switching on the Christmas tree lights.
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