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Forum: Theme Parks Florida 17 Sep 23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 590
Posted By jfk
Got back last Thursday, US and IOA noticably...

Got back last Thursday, US and IOA noticably busier at weekends, Hagrid 70-90 average, Velocicoaster 50-60 average, all other rides around 20-30. Not busy by mid summer standards but a lot busier...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Sep 23, 02:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,419
Posted By jfk
I wasn't wearing them but the bloke in front of...

I wasn't wearing them but the bloke in front of us got turned away at the queue entrance, he said he'd sit on them but they wouldn't let him on.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 Sep 23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,561
Posted By jfk
Last day in Dockside today, did early opening...

Last day in Dockside today, did early opening twice and it was a waste of time really, Hagrids 70+ minutes both days despite being in the park before 8qm. I'd say to get the best out of it you'd need...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Sep 23, 04:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,419
Posted By jfk
Definite no on Velocicoaster...

Definite no on Velocicoaster...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Sep 23, 04:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,821
Posted By jfk
We did it last night and it was brilliant but...

We did it last night and it was brilliant but utterly exhausting. We got into US at 4pm and joined the stranger things holding area. We were through the house and out by 5.30. From there you have 4...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Sep 23, 04:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,093
Posted By jfk
Here now and only doing Universal. Crowds are...

Here now and only doing Universal. Crowds are light, most rides 10 mins tops or straight walk ons apart from the usual suspects. Lowest we've waited for Hagrid is 25 (posted 45) and Velocicoaster 20...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Sep 23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,201
Posted By jfk
10 years of our economy flatling, near zero wage...

10 years of our economy flatling, near zero wage growth while the US bounced back extremely quickly from Covid. Over here now and the UK has never felt so poor compared to the US. The £ has been on...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 3 Sep 23, 09:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,679
Posted By jfk
Here right now and actually sad to be going to...

Here right now and actually sad to be going to Orlando tomorrow as we've loved it so much. Doing a road trip and been to Vero, Miami, Naples and Clearwater- all great in different ways but Clearwater...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 2 Sep 23, 10:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,586
Posted By jfk
Here now, been to Vero, Miami, Naples and...

Here now, been to Vero, Miami, Naples and Clearwater. Have to say Clearwater wins hands down for us. Best of everything, not too busy but feels 'holiday', not too expensive and lovely. Vero was great...
Forum: Hurricane Advice 30 Aug 23, 02:55 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,181
Posted By jfk
We drove from Miami to Naples today via an...

We drove from Miami to Naples today via an airboat ride and arrived in Naples at 1.30pm to greeted by emergency tornado alerts coming through on our phones! The weather was appalling for about 40...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Aug 23, 04:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 240
Posted By jfk
Did the drive from Vero Beach down the I95 on...

Did the drive from Vero Beach down the I95 on Friday, the tolls are optional, if you don't want the express lanes then don't use them - or at least that's how it appeared to me? Awful drive though...
Forum: Hurricane Advice 29 Aug 23, 03:03 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,181
Posted By jfk
Currently in Miami and heading across to Naples...

Currently in Miami and heading across to Naples tomorrow (Tuesday) for 3 nights then up to Clearwater. Staying at the Chrarter Club in Naples and The Edge in Clesrwater and haven't had any contact...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 29 Aug 23, 12:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,709
Posted By jfk
Update, just ate at Mexican called Mamma's...

Update, just ate at Mexican called Mamma's Taccos (very nice), bill came, 20% added on, receipt came back with the suggested tipping amount... last night st the Cheesecake Factory, no tip on the...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 27 Aug 23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,709
Posted By jfk
Mandatory Service Charge

Out here now in Miami, 3 times now been given a bill with a mandatory 20% service charge then given the option of a tip? Big fat nope every time but what's everyone's approach to this? Surely 20% is...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 21 Aug 23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,254
Posted By jfk
Definiately doing the Seascreamer!

Definiately doing the Seascreamer!
Forum: Beyond the Parks 21 Aug 23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By jfk
Thank you for the responses!

Thank you for the responses!
Forum: Beyond the Parks 20 Aug 23, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,254
Posted By jfk
Clearwater 'must do's'

Hi, we're staying in Clearwater at the Edge hotel in early September, what are the top things not to miss from those that have been?
Forum: Beyond the Parks 20 Aug 23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By jfk
Naples 'must do's'

Hi, we're in Naples for 3 nights at the beginning of September staying at the Charter Club resort, what are some not to be missed recommendations?
Forum: Beyond the Parks 20 Aug 23, 08:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 877
Posted By jfk
Miami 'must do's'

Hi, we're in Miami for 3 nights at the end of the month staying in south beach, what should we absolutely not be missing?
Forum: General Trip Planning 8 Aug 23, 10:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,071
Posted By jfk
Definitely drive through Glencoe, it's without...

Definitely drive through Glencoe, it's without doubt the best scenery I've ever driven through in the UK. If you're a Harry Potter fan then Glenfinnan is a must; you can also see the Island where...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Jul 23, 05:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By jfk
Thanks all for the prompt replies - I'll have to...

Thanks all for the prompt replies - I'll have to take this one on the chin but I'll definitely look into the paid bank account, that seems like a really good idea.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Jul 23, 05:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By jfk
Travel Insurance - is this right?!?

We're flying out on the 24th August for 20 nights, when we last went in 2019 I'm pretty sure our travel insurance was around £50, best quote I can get is with Tesco and it's £130 for 3 adults, 49, 52...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 10 Jul 23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 482
Posted By jfk
Thanks all, we're onsite in Universal for 9...

Thanks all, we're onsite in Universal for 9 nights so I'll call them and see what's the cheapest day!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 9 Jul 23, 09:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 482
Posted By jfk
Vocano Bay Cabana in September

Hi all, I turn the big 5-0 during our upcoming trip and rather than going somewhere for a nice meal I'm toying with the idea of booking a cabana in Volcano Bay. Has anyone done this and if so was it...
Forum: General Trip Planning 29 May 23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,353
Posted By jfk
We did Brussels last December and had a great...

We did Brussels last December and had a great time; it's a really pretty city and there's loads to see. The markets are quite spread out with the largest taking at least an hour to make your way...
Forum: General Trip Planning 21 Mar 23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,963
Posted By jfk
We toured last year for 3 1/2 weeks, Venice,...

We toured last year for 3 1/2 weeks, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome, Amalfi and Naples, never had an issue anywhere. It's like any holiday really, just be extra vigilent in crowded areas and don't...
Forum: General Trip Planning 13 Mar 23, 08:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,344
Posted By jfk
We did Brussels last December and it was...

We did Brussels last December and it was brilliant; quite a few different markets and a lovely vibe. Did a full day in Bruges as well which we thought was great. The market in the square was a good...
Forum: General Trip Planning 3 Feb 23, 08:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By jfk
We did 3 nights Venice, 2 nights Bologna, 3...

We did 3 nights Venice, 2 nights Bologna, 3 nights Florence, 5 nights Rome, 7 nights Amalfi and 2 nights Naples last year. We stayed in an amazing AirBnB in Rome (best for 2 adults or 2 adults and 1...
Forum: General Trip Planning 31 Jul 22, 10:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,016
Posted By jfk
In Naples airport now ready to come home after an...

In Naples airport now ready to come home after an amazing 3 weeks. Venice-Bologna-Florence-Rome-Amalfi-Naples. Out and about it’s like the UK, no requirement to wear masks. Boat trips around Amalfi...
Forum: General Trip Planning 20 Jun 22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,126
Posted By jfk
We stayed in the Iberostar in Cancun and it was...

We stayed in the Iberostar in Cancun and it was lovely, highly recommended. There's a bus stop right outside the hotel and for about $.50 it'll take you right up the hotel zone strip and to the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jan 22, 09:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,205
Posted By jfk
We looked at Man -> MCO indirect in 2019 (direct...

We looked at Man -> MCO indirect in 2019 (direct was never a consideration at those prices) and it was still ludicrous. We booked LHR -> Detroit - > MCO then MCO -> Boston -> LHR. Stayed over the...
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Nov 20, 02:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,949
Posted By jfk
We have stayed in the Grand Bahia Tulum on the...

We have stayed in the Grand Bahia Tulum on the Riviera Maya and the Iberostar in Cancun and we have just booked the Moon Palace for next August in Cancun. The Riviera Maya is stunning but can be...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Aug 20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,452
Posted By jfk
Hands down the best flights we've ever had were...

Hands down the best flights we've ever had were last years Heathrow-Detroit-Orlando, Orlando-Boston-Heathrow with Delta.
They were round with drinks as soon as the seat belt signs were off and the...
Forum: Accommodation 26 May 20, 07:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,448
Posted By jfk
We used Lyft last year and it was fantastic; we...

We used Lyft last year and it was fantastic; we spent about £340 staying in the Rosen Pointe Orlando and I think we saved at least £250 on hiring a car. They’re so quick to arrive, they drop off...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 May 20, 01:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By jfk
The fabled last 2 weeks in August... definitely...

The fabled last 2 weeks in August... definitely quieter at Universal but Disney? I'm not too sure having done it 3 times including last year. We're early birds and we scrupulously follow busy day...
Forum: Accommodation 11 Sep 19, 11:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,073
Posted By jfk
Mobile Another vote for the Premier Inn Bath Road -...

Another vote for the Premier Inn Bath Road - great hotel in a great location with a nice restaurant and bar.
Forum: Accommodation 11 Sep 19, 11:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,698
Posted By jfk
Mobile We've always stayed in a villa and stayed in the...

We've always stayed in a villa and stayed in the Rosen last month for 17 nights - 3 of us, DW/DD(15). Rooms are basic but clean and the hotel is well maintained. Definately no joining rooms or...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Aug 19, 01:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 962
Posted By jfk
- definitely stay in Portofino/HRH/Royal Pacific...

- definitely stay in Portofino/HRH/Royal Pacific and take advantage of the express pass.
- your first week will be busier than your second but Disney will be steady and busy throughout.
- weather...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 26 Aug 19, 11:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,515
Posted By jfk
Mobile We went the last 2 Mondays and it's ruined Disney...

We went the last 2 Mondays and it's ruined Disney water parks for us as it's utterly brilliant. Both Mondays were quiet, we'd managed 8 rides by 11.30. The coaster and the drop slides were busy but...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Aug 19, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,114
Posted By jfk
Mobile Ditto the hand luggage.

Ditto the hand luggage.
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