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Forum: General Chat 14 Apr 24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 532
Posted By sotagals
Glasgow Suburbs questions

Where has good charity shops ?

Also, I need to stay the night of Sunday 5th May but as it's Take That city centre hotels are crazy expensive... like £200 +

Where would be a good Premier Inn...
Forum: Reports and Reviews for Dining and Restaurants 13 Apr 24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 254
Posted By sotagals
My review of Eet by Maneet Chauhan

I've noticed people saying they'd like to try this so here's my review from 22nd December last year.

It was just DD and I . We arrived about 3pm as we were going on to MVMCP.

The layout is the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 10 Apr 24, 08:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 365
Posted By sotagals
Avis at RPR is right by the check in desk. I...

Avis at RPR is right by the check in desk.

I ubered up to downtown Orlando to pick up a Hertz car though as it was way cheaper.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Apr 24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 662
Posted By sotagals
If it were me I'd just play VB by ear rather than...

If it were me I'd just play VB by ear rather than scheduling a full day.

Either be there for opening on the Saturday or do early entry at Ioa on the Friday, back to the hotel in the afternoon for...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Apr 24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 310
Posted By sotagals
We've had mixed experiences. I would usually...

We've had mixed experiences. I would usually want 2 1/2 hours at least there unless MPC proves to be a game changer.

They are generally efficient at moving people through but sometimes hold ups...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Apr 24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 263
Posted By sotagals
I'd ring BA and argue that's not enough time...

I'd ring BA and argue that's not enough time. Have an alternative to ask for.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Apr 24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 490
Posted By sotagals
You're right I think it does make a difference. ...

You're right I think it does make a difference.

Pretty pricey if less than 3 months to go. Moral of the story : check and book parking as soon as your flights are booked.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Apr 24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 606
Posted By sotagals
Virgin changed us to the afternoon flight and we...

Virgin changed us to the afternoon flight and we were 3 hours late for the M&G which wasn't a problem.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 2 Apr 24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 490
Posted By sotagals
Still over £100 a week in June.

Still over £100 a week in June.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 2 Apr 24, 08:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 435
Posted By sotagals
It's a long walk. Down a big spiral ramp, over...

It's a long walk. Down a big spiral ramp, over the outdoor bridge, round corners, up and down in lifts before you even get to the monorail, then another lift to the cars.

Could you shuttle to a...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 2 Apr 24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 490
Posted By sotagals
Newcastle Airport have gone crazy with their...

Newcastle Airport have gone crazy with their parking prices.

We were looking for a short break but went to Leeds instead . The flight was only a few pounds cheaper but I paid £42 parking at Leeds...
Forum: General Chat 1 Apr 24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 856
Posted By sotagals
Robin Hobb. But start with the Liveship Traders...

Robin Hobb. But start with the Liveship Traders books followed by the Rainwild Chronicles.
Forum: General Chat 25 Mar 24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,582
Posted By sotagals
My Mum and her brother drifted apart and didn't...

My Mum and her brother drifted apart and didn't have much to do with each other apart from Christmas cards.

They were in their 80s and they reconnected! They'd make us laugh bickering like a...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 25 Mar 24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By sotagals
I haven't looked at Sixt UK direct as it was way...

I haven't looked at Sixt UK direct as it was way more expensive than Auto Europe for my dates.

I would assume the cover will be the same as direct from Alamo but it always pays to check the small...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 24 Mar 24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By sotagals
With Auto Europe yes. 4% cashback usually...

With Auto Europe yes.

4% cashback usually available also.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Mar 24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,737
Posted By sotagals
I had an email from Fairfx telling me my card...

I had an email from Fairfx telling me my card would be cancelled and to apply for a new one.

I decided not to bother and just used up what was left on my card. This was at Christmas and I didn't...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Mar 24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 715
Posted By sotagals
There is a difference between the pre-paid toll...

There is a difference between the pre-paid toll pass they might try to upsell you and the charges you'd receive if just decline that pass and drive through the Sunpass lanes.

With this toll by...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Mar 24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By sotagals
No I didn't end up booking it because the one way...

No I didn't end up booking it because the one way fees to drop it at the airport were too steep.

I suspect they might have a pool of cars at the resort and the one way fees are intended as a put...
Forum: General Chat 21 Mar 24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,437
Posted By sotagals
My advice, from hard learned experience , is run...

My advice, from hard learned experience , is run for the hills and never tell them you've got a better gig until you hand in your notice.

Life's too short for horrible bosses.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Mar 24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 542
Posted By sotagals
Is this the Sixt depot at Margaritaville? ...

Is this the Sixt depot at Margaritaville?

They've had some good prices through Auto Europe but only to pick up and drop off at the resort .

Adding a drop off at the airport loaded on one way...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Mar 24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,750
Posted By sotagals
I saw a woman pushing along 3 huge wheely cases...

I saw a woman pushing along 3 huge wheely cases that had been lashed together somehow- she was managing them ok. We saw her manhandling them into a lift.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Mar 24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,776
Posted By sotagals
I swear by the Boots cold defence spray. Once in...

I swear by the Boots cold defence spray. Once in departures and once or twice on board.

Once Dd2 and i were the only ones that used it. DD1 and DH both picked up a horrendous cough.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 19 Mar 24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 335
Posted By sotagals
That's good then. My sixt quote was also with AE...

That's good then. My sixt quote was also with AE and it was dead obvious when the one way fee was loaded (it was £260!)

AE are usually transparent with the one way fees. I had a Dollar from them...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 17 Mar 24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 335
Posted By sotagals
Did you click right through to the end on your...

Did you click right through to the end on your Sixt quote?

I thought i had a price but it loaded on a hefty one way fee right on the payment page.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 14 Mar 24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 764
Posted By sotagals
I had a Hertz mystery special booked at...

I had a Hertz mystery special booked at Christmas. They tried very hard to get me to take an ev but i wouldn't.

If i were Kermitthefrog I'd have it back to the nearest depot with a fault and...
Forum: Accommodation 14 Mar 24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 273
Posted By sotagals
To find the Doubletree Steve is referring to on...

To find the Doubletree Steve is referring to on Trivago etc you need to search for Indialantic.

It's our go to for that coast but the prices can vary a lot depending on dates.

Its right on the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 10 Mar 24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 259
Posted By sotagals
My friend's daughter works there. People are...

My friend's daughter works there. People are really noticing the price hikes which are worse for short stays-and there's no alternative provider either.

The code FLYTEESSIDE usually works but only...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 10 Mar 24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 398
Posted By sotagals
The main advantage of making it a holiday is if...

The main advantage of making it a holiday is if anything goes wrong but I wouldn't particularly prioritise that unless i had connecting flights.

The deposit option is obviously more attractive the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Mar 24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By sotagals
We find the Asian vegetarian meals to be better...

We find the Asian vegetarian meals to be better than the standard vegetarian. You don't get cheese and crackers though !

The wine is better on AA usually than BA too.
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 9 Mar 24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,316
Posted By sotagals
Congratulations! Can't beat a Disney proposal!

Congratulations! Can't beat a Disney proposal!
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,847
Posted By sotagals
I was just reading through this remembering when...

I was just reading through this remembering when i got refunded twice ... and sure enough.

Mine was with Lloyds and by the time i got to this point i was fed up with ringing them and going through...
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,668
Posted By sotagals
Do they have any asian or vegetarian menus that...

Do they have any asian or vegetarian menus that you could try ? Might be a bit nicer.
Forum: General Chat 8 Mar 24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,668
Posted By sotagals
I'd go for the jacket potato . Less easy to get...

I'd go for the jacket potato . Less easy to get cucumber wrong as well - although i wouldn't put it past them.

Hope you're continuing to impove.
Forum: Accommodation 8 Mar 24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 754
Posted By sotagals
Looks like the Drury plaza is a good price for...

Looks like the Drury plaza is a good price for the beginning of July.

No brainer really. $25 to park.
Forum: General Chat 6 Mar 24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,388
Posted By sotagals
They might not have a noise policy but no-one...

They might not have a noise policy but no-one should have to listen to foul language.

Can you get someone to bring in any headphones for her ? Otherwise earplugs for you.

I wouldn't bother...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 5 Mar 24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 21,695
Posted By sotagals
I'm fairly sure the extra insurance package for...

I'm fairly sure the extra insurance package for Canada hires from AE is the same as Florida. You are only insuring for lost keys, misfuelling etc

It doesn't cover the CDW excess. I may be wrong...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Mar 24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,109
Posted By sotagals
I often use Auto Europe and i don't take out the...

I often use Auto Europe and i don't take out the extra insurance. I had a tyre damaged last year with Alamo. Swapped to a new car. No issues.

Don't forget to sign up to AEurope . It does often...
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,044
Posted By sotagals
Direct Line are having to pay back £30m to...

Direct Line are having to pay back £30m to customers they overcharged.

Obviously they are trying to claw this back on renewals.

I spent a whole day almost trying to get a decent quote and...
Forum: General Chat 28 Feb 24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,398
Posted By sotagals
I think you need to go there in person and see...

I think you need to go there in person and see what's going on.

Can you get compassionate leave from work ? Or drive through the night.

My mother in law got cagey like this. Turned out she was...
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 898
Posted By sotagals
Thanks, I've noticed Sentinel is cheapest. Good...

Thanks, I've noticed Sentinel is cheapest. Good to know they are ok.

DH doesn't do shuttle buses ( one too many bad experiences) but he might have to unless i can get a code to get the price down.
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