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Forum: Theme Parks Florida 23 Apr 24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 590
Posted By khonsu
I believe you're going when Genie+ should be at...

I believe you're going when Genie+ should be at its lowest costs. After Spring Break and before Memorial weekend.

Our own thoughts are it's not needed to EPCOT and Animal Kingdom. That's a...
Forum: Accommodation 23 Apr 24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 669
Posted By khonsu
Agree with others. Probably one of the best...

Agree with others. Probably one of the best budget hotels and no resort fees. Only complaint for us was the air con noise - at least it worked!

With Rosen you can use the facilities at Rosen...
Forum: Accommodation 23 Apr 24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 153
Posted By khonsu
I'd suggest the block nearest to the Rosen Plaza...

I'd suggest the block nearest to the Rosen Plaza. It's a little further to walk to Pointe Orlando, but you're able to use the facilities at both Rosen Centre and Rosen Plaza and the pools are much...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Apr 24, 06:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,411
Posted By khonsu
Stats and prediction…

Hi all,

Of course we know that things like this can change on a whim - these guys are usually reliable with their news and research though.

https://youtu.be/-NGIn8YJbE4?si=YeYwU2m12hCvWsTs
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Apr 24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,411
Posted By khonsu
Question May 2024 - low crowds expected? Impact on Disney park times etc.

Has anyone else seen reports that exceptionally low crowds are expected first few weeks in May (excluding Mother's day 12th and Memorial Day weekend)?

We purposely pick these weeks historically...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 22 Apr 24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 727
Posted By khonsu
If you're near S. Apopka Vineland / Palm Parkway...

If you're near S. Apopka Vineland / Palm Parkway crossroads - you've got some great budgetable choices


Chili's
Millers
El Patron Mexican :tongue:
A chinese buffer (sorry - can't remember...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Apr 24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 677
Posted By khonsu
There's always the Disney Store online. Yes,...

There's always the Disney Store online. Yes, pricey - you are getting (hopefully) Disney quality for that.

Check out Etsy as well. Ebay is good for new/nearly new.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Apr 24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,458
Posted By khonsu
I'm with you all the way about not wanting the...

I'm with you all the way about not wanting the hassle. Yes, you will get there later in the day, or at worst the next day.

If you're like us, your planned agenda starts the moment you get in the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 18 Apr 24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,364
Posted By khonsu
Congratulations on Drury Plaza - we had a great...

Congratulations on Drury Plaza - we had a great stay last May. There's also a mini-Pizza Hut in the onsite shop.

You'll hopefully find this very useful.
...
Forum: Itineraries 18 Apr 24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,608
Posted By khonsu
cyclops To disagree with Maddo11 who disagreed with...

To disagree with Maddo11 who disagreed with Baymax24 except to agree over each to their own and understanding that Baymax was agreeing to that whilst disagreeing about Seaworld and Busch gardens who...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Apr 24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,406
Posted By khonsu
We were on the 1st flight into the USA after the...

We were on the 1st flight into the USA after the hurricanes in 2022 - we tracked that damn storm for over a week without knowing. Daily airlines would publish the new cancellations.

We knew we...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Apr 24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,179
Posted By khonsu
We also do the Premier Inn option as well -...

We also do the Premier Inn option as well - usually any with offers in a 5 mile radius.

We drive to the APH parking on the outskirts. Buses run so regularly (never waited more than 10 mins) and...
Forum: Accommodation 11 Apr 24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 120
Posted By khonsu
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress - sold off land?

Has anyone seen any reports that Hyatt Refency Grand Cypress in LBV has sold all the land from the pool out to developers?

I’ve seen one reference on TripAdvisor - which was very recent.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 Apr 24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,627
Posted By khonsu
Another vote for Maggiano's - had the most...

Another vote for Maggiano's - had the most amazing steaks there.

A vote for Vevo's on City Walk. An amazing vibe out of the chaos of what's happening outside.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 11 Apr 24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 606
Posted By khonsu
It's also to stop the idiots getting off rides to...

It's also to stop the idiots getting off rides to walk back to where their phone/sunglasses flew off the ride.

I've not come across any "wand" treatment in Orlando. They provide lockers for many...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Apr 24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,264
Posted By khonsu
We honestly haven't noticed that we rarely do...

We honestly haven't noticed that we rarely do table service options in the parks any more. This saved us a small fortune in what can be very average and expensive events. Character dining I would...
Forum: Itineraries 11 Apr 24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By khonsu
My opinion... if you've been to Universal before,...

My opinion... if you've been to Universal before, doing both parks is easy in 1 day - given you get the "free" Fastpass for staying at Lowes. Depends how much of a Harry Potter fan you are as well I...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 Apr 24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,901
Posted By khonsu
Unexpectedly good? For the price and reputation,...

Unexpectedly good? For the price and reputation, I’d expect perfection.

Glad you enjoyed it so much.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Apr 24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,812
Posted By khonsu
I really wouldn't want to do a week. Saying...

I really wouldn't want to do a week. Saying that, if it was our only affordable option for the foreseeable future - I'd snap up a deal.

Park tickets would be the decision. A recent vlog I saw...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Apr 24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By khonsu
Keep an eye out for the British Airways sale - we...

Keep an eye out for the British Airways sale - we book all our USA trips with them since Thomas Cook went bump.

Always been happy with the price and service.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Apr 24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 919
Posted By khonsu
We always found Mother's day busier (10th May...

We always found Mother's day busier (10th May this year) than Memorial Day.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 4 Apr 24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,830
Posted By khonsu
Chicken Guy is one of the best budget locations -...

Chicken Guy is one of the best budget locations - we didn't get on with it at all though. Tasted like the tenders you get from a freezer at home. Which is fine - I just prefer a bit elevated from...
Forum: Social Groups 4 Apr 24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 10,474
Posted By khonsu
Non-park… Celebration is a must-do for us. Hire a...

Non-park… Celebration is a must-do for us. Hire a bike or walk around. Lovely meal at Columbus and/or Celebration Town Tavern.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 4 Apr 24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,018
Posted By khonsu
Hahaha hadn’t thought of it like that - no, risk...

Hahaha hadn’t thought of it like that - no, risk free as in only good experiences!
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 3 Apr 24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,018
Posted By khonsu
Cool Last Night - Risk Free Dining

We've been lucky enough to visit several times and eaten in a lot of the Good/Bad locations in previous threads.

We're now looking for suggestions on where you would consider that is not only risk...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 3 Apr 24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,225
Posted By khonsu
Loved Big Fire! You have to try the bread...

Loved Big Fire! You have to try the bread finished in the steak pans... best ever for us!

We also really enjoyed Vivo, the Italian restaurant. Very atmospheric and feels like it's not very...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Apr 24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 581
Posted By khonsu
Feedback when you're there - everyone is always...

Feedback when you're there - everyone is always interested in the solo perspective!
Forum: Accommodation 2 Apr 24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 989
Posted By khonsu
There are discounted resort fees as well offered...

There are discounted resort fees as well offered by the package providers. For example, Hyatt Regency Cypress Pointe is $46 a day and BA were, at various times, offering $30 a day.

I'm another...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Mar 24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 16,994
Posted By khonsu
I did have to laugh at the cast member who is...

I did have to laugh at the cast member who is Moana… she’s old enough to play Moana’s mum! (Not ageist… just isn’t Moana supposed to be 15-16? ).

Those are the “weird” ones for me - in full...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 28 Mar 24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 554
Posted By khonsu
DeSantis and Disney Corp come to an agreement

Finally after two years of nonsense from Ron DeSantis. The long legal battle has come to a conclusion.

https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/80608/cadb128eb874e3.jpg

Hopefully full speed ahead...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,373
Posted By khonsu
Congratulations Rachael!

Congratulations Rachael!
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Mar 24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,528
Posted By khonsu
Have to agree with CFB - how can I not with my...

Have to agree with CFB - how can I not with my footer!

It's my happy place to have a few Margarita's in Lone Palm Airport (opposite) and then hit Margaritaville for nachos and beer!
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Mar 24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 465
Posted By khonsu
NYPD was our go to first night when we used to...

NYPD was our go to first night when we used to stay in Rosen Shingle Creek - walking distance. Superb place and pizza... and I kid you not - every time we've been, we've seen the local Sheriff or...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 985
Posted By khonsu
Never really thought about it - thinking back...

Never really thought about it - thinking back now, we always book the right side... absolutely no idea why! Maybe to keep away from people like CornishFrogBoy ;) (sorry mate - couldn't resist! ).
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Mar 24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,373
Posted By khonsu
It's still the luck of the draw with who's in...

It's still the luck of the draw with who's in front of you - last May we could only get emergency exit seats one way and the way back we were in similar seats to you. We had a young family and the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 Mar 24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 6,031
Posted By khonsu
Just going to head back to the 40%. No.

Just going to head back to the 40%.

No.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Mar 24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,405
Posted By khonsu
Go Walk Sketchers are perfect for me. I...

Go Walk Sketchers are perfect for me.

I believe Hoka are unbelievably comfortable - I'm not sure how long lasting they are though.

oh... and lots of Kinesiology tape - feet/ankles saving...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Mar 24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 585
Posted By khonsu
Just to add questions... we're going in early...

Just to add questions... we're going in early December this year. From research, it seems actually a pretty quiet time to go (relatively)? (6-16th)

Are we right in thinking that? People don't...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 Mar 24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,901
Posted By khonsu
Via Napoli. Sounded like a canteen, food was...

Via Napoli. Sounded like a canteen, food was just about average, drinks under-portioned, service was ok they. So many better pizza places.

Oga's - have booked for a 2nd time... may very well...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 Mar 24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,146
Posted By khonsu
A lot of these places are running risks now of...

A lot of these places are running risks now of people plate sharing. Or maybe that's what they're counteracting.

Instead of 2 starters and 2 entrees (in America - rest of the world... it's a dish...
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