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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Aug 19, 10:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,531
Posted By sparkyweb
Just got back and chip and pin used everywhere...

Just got back and chip and pin used everywhere other than restaurants
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Aug 19, 09:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,366
Posted By sparkyweb
I travel a lot for work and always find it...

I travel a lot for work and always find it bizarre (and annoying) how every different airport has its own rules. As I mentioned before there were no announcements in MIA and pretty much everyone was...
Forum: General Chat 31 Jul 19, 03:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,412
Posted By sparkyweb
Currently here at the moment, pleased to get...

Currently here at the moment, pleased to get Alaska on the first day, also got DC too. A few left to get though
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Jul 19, 02:54 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,366
Posted By sparkyweb
This must be just MCO, no issue at MIA or any...

This must be just MCO, no issue at MIA or any other airport in the US I’ve been too. Everyone in the queue last week was on their phones. Only signs were right by the officers. No announcements...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 24 Jul 19, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 678
Posted By sparkyweb
Not sure on the Disney questions as I always stay...

Not sure on the Disney questions as I always stay offsite, but I doubt the bars will open that early. In order to watch UK streaming sites though you would probably need a VPN as most won't work out...
Forum: General Chat 21 Jul 19, 09:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,001
Posted By sparkyweb
I’ve seen BA check a few times although in my...

I’ve seen BA check a few times although in my experience most of the time they are often concerned about weight
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 19 Jul 19, 06:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,603
Posted By sparkyweb
What a great trip report! Thanks for posting and...

What a great trip report! Thanks for posting and giving us such an insight to your holiday.
Hope you all have a great holiday and looking forward to the next TR.
I’m about to pack my bag and...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Jul 19, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,294
Posted By sparkyweb
I must admit I’m hoping there are minimal queues...

I must admit I’m hoping there are minimal queues. I’m a frequent EK flier so can skip a lot of queues (the economy check in was huge at LGW on sunday) so won’t be used to waiting...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Jul 19, 08:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,478
Posted By sparkyweb
I think this is true for quite a lot of US...

I think this is true for quite a lot of US airports. Don’t forget a lot of Americans treat planes as buses and leave the minimum time to be airside (lots of domestic flights though) whereas we are...
Forum: General Chat 13 Jul 19, 03:37 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 89,780
Posted By sparkyweb
So I've just looked at this and with the deadline...

So I've just looked at this and with the deadline looming I think theres nothing to lose. As others have said its worth giving 10 or 12% away as if successful these are loans I have forgotten about...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Jul 19, 12:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,294
Posted By sparkyweb
We would too if we could. We only live 20mins...

We would too if we could. We only live 20mins away so we can drive up the night before drop off and grab some food on the way home. Then it’s a relaxed start the next day.
Travelling Norwegian this...
Forum: General Chat 12 Jul 19, 01:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,552
Posted By sparkyweb
That is brilliant!

That is brilliant!
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 11 Jul 19, 09:30 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 12,085
Posted By sparkyweb
Great read - looking forward to it and maybe...

Great read - looking forward to it and maybe bumping into you around Orlando!
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 11 Jul 19, 09:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,682
Posted By sparkyweb
Fortunately I'm going to be back in the UK for 5...

Fortunately I'm going to be back in the UK for 5 days so should help alleviate any jet lag I may have - heres hoping!

Dubai is an interesting place and one that you should visit if you get the...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 9 Jul 19, 11:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,682
Posted By sparkyweb
I’ve been following your golf course tips to as I...

I’ve been following your golf course tips to as I fancy playing whilst out there.
Not quite ready for holiday yet, got to pop to Dubai first!
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 9 Jul 19, 01:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,682
Posted By sparkyweb
No problem, i really enjoy your TR's - looking...

No problem, i really enjoy your TR's - looking forward to the last few days.

Likewise not long to go on your countdown either! Have a great time. Not sure we'll bump into you as the closest we are...
Forum: Accommodation 9 Jul 19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,286
Posted By sparkyweb
I've done something similar in Hiltons before now...

I've done something similar in Hiltons before now and got extra points credited to my account so its worth checking with your hotel.
Forum: Accommodation 9 Jul 19, 01:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,667
Posted By sparkyweb
We are lucky in that we live around 20mins from...

We are lucky in that we live around 20mins from LGW with multiple routes that we can use if the motorway is shut. So for that reason we stay at home the night before and get a lift with family etc...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 9 Jul 19, 10:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,533
Posted By sparkyweb
Hi mick, I was waiting for you to pop up and say...

Hi mick, I was waiting for you to pop up and say hi! :grin::grin:
I saw your link on another thread and too was confused why they didn't show. I assume its because of the daily charge they levy.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 9 Jul 19, 10:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,533
Posted By sparkyweb
Thanks for the advice, I wasn't aware of that but...

Thanks for the advice, I wasn't aware of that but we are headed back to MIA
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 9 Jul 19, 09:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,533
Posted By sparkyweb
OK - thats really helpful thanks guys! Having...

OK - thats really helpful thanks guys!
Having just done the maths, I reckon its pretty much the same to stay with Sixt and pay the $11 per day as it would be to move. Something to consider on...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 9 Jul 19, 07:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,533
Posted By sparkyweb
Hi Andy, Thanks for the advice. When you say...

Hi Andy,

Thanks for the advice. When you say that includes tolls, if you’re using tolls a lot that’s cheap?

I have just been looking at your website and was thinking of switching to one of...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 8 Jul 19, 10:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,682
Posted By sparkyweb
Really enjoying the trip report! Did you...

Really enjoying the trip report!

Did you manage to find another Nike clearance store?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Jul 19, 10:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,533
Posted By sparkyweb
Toll advice - Sixt rental

Hi all,

Not long to go and just starting the final preparations... we are flying in and out of Miami, spending 2 nights just outside Fort Lauderdale before heading up to Orlando and staying in a...
Forum: General Chat 8 Jul 19, 01:24 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 10,738
Posted By sparkyweb
This is outside of my experience but I'm thinking...

This is outside of my experience but I'm thinking that an independent person should be around as a witness too.
Also as its a formal meeting should she not be allowed someone in with her too?
(I'm...
Forum: General Chat 8 Jul 19, 11:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,837
Posted By sparkyweb
As others have said grab a Thameslink train so...

As others have said grab a Thameslink train so much easier.
For reference and for anyone else searching on this in the future... You don't need to get a Gatwick express train (approx £19) or...
Forum: General Chat 8 Jul 19, 10:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,573
Posted By sparkyweb
Thats exactly what you needed to do!

Thats exactly what you needed to do!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jul 19, 01:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,293
Posted By sparkyweb
It wasn't with Virgin but our tickets to Miami...

It wasn't with Virgin but our tickets to Miami this year were £500 cheaper if I went on the Thursday instead of a Sat. So even taking into account 2 nights hotel, its totally worth it and extends our...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Jul 19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 17,627
Posted By sparkyweb
I would say that if the CC ask if you could move...

I would say that if the CC ask if you could move once you explain the situation then they will understand.
If a passenger comes to you and asks you can refuse and if they get insistant stand your...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Jul 19, 11:51 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 17,627
Posted By sparkyweb
If you've booked it you should be ok. I can't...

If you've booked it you should be ok. I can't remember if you have to pay to book seats with VS but that will help your case if you did get moved. Do you have any status with VS?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Jul 19, 11:49 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,738
Posted By sparkyweb
That sounds like torture to me! :grin::grin: ...

That sounds like torture to me! :grin::grin:
But you are absolutely correct a few episodes of favourite shows are always good preparation.

I read quite a bit but always on a kindle. I shall...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Jul 19, 09:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,738
Posted By sparkyweb
I’ve flown both to the US recently and there...

I’ve flown both to the US recently and there wasn’t much in it. The VS Dreamliner back from LA was great but to be honest I would pick based on the price. We have done exactly that and will be...
Forum: General Chat 1 Jul 19, 11:54 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,871
Posted By sparkyweb
I would really excerise caution over this (I...

I would really excerise caution over this (I totally understand why you would do this) as you may get caught up in long queues (and probably add to them too).

I recently left mine and my wife...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Jun 19, 09:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,973
Posted By sparkyweb
That’s quite interesting as I found the complete...

That’s quite interesting as I found the complete opposite. They were at least £1k cheaper than virgin and with 2 bags of 23kg each as opposed to virgins 1 bag. It was even cheaper to fly into MIA but...
Forum: Accommodation 30 Jun 19, 09:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,084
Posted By sparkyweb
The transit is pretty well signposted and run...

The transit is pretty well signposted and run really often. I agree with the poster above, pop over for twilight check in, you then will know the route for the next morning too.
Forum: General Chat 30 Jun 19, 08:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,871
Posted By sparkyweb
I travel a lot and it winds me up that every...

I travel a lot and it winds me up that every airport has its own rules...

Laptop in bag
Laptop in tray
Liquids in
Liquids out
Shoes on
Shoes off
Kindle in
Kindle out
Forum: General Chat 29 Jun 19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 651
Posted By sparkyweb
Its no so much the signal into the house (fibre)...

Its no so much the signal into the house (fibre) but the actual quality of WiFi throughout the house which is supplied via your hub.
On the whole ours is OK (BT Homehub5) but every so often it...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Jun 19, 11:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,497
Posted By sparkyweb
Tip and split sounds interesting. I forgot about...

Tip and split sounds interesting. I forgot about the Simon app so thanks.

Already have Uber app as i travel internationally for work so use that one a lot, as well as Waze for sat-nav, thats a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Jun 19, 10:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,497
Posted By sparkyweb
Your Essential Apps for Florida

Time is ticking on and our holiday is getting closer, I was wondering if there are any apps that you use and wouldn't go without?

Its worth pointing out that we are not going to the parks so we...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Jun 19, 06:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,256
Posted By sparkyweb
I think £240 for an upgrade to PE is not bad. ...

I think £240 for an upgrade to PE is not bad.
I wouldn’t worry about the seat being close to toilets / galley etc. I often find the seat guru sites show this as an issue but in my experience it’s...
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