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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Apr 24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 536
Posted By chipndalefan
In September last year it was around £10-12 for 2...

In September last year it was around £10-12 for 2 of us one way.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 21 Apr 24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,216
Posted By chipndalefan
I don't think they will bring back any offers...

I don't think they will bring back any offers unless demand starts to dip, though it may be a long wait as recently demand only seems to increase.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,923
Posted By chipndalefan
We went to Disneyland Paris last year, 2 adults 7...

We went to Disneyland Paris last year, 2 adults 7 days at the Hotel Santa Fe in July. Flights, Hotel and tickets were around £1900.

Our September trip to Disney World in the Pop Century was...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 12 Apr 24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,291
Posted By chipndalefan
Given that they are adding more Hollywood theming...

Given that they are adding more Hollywood theming to the front of the park the new name does not make sense.

The previously rumoured 'Disney Hollywood Adventure' or 'Disney Cinemagic Adventure'...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 11 Feb 24, 11:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,025
Posted By chipndalefan
I have sensitive skin and always used to struggle...

I have sensitive skin and always used to struggle to find a deodorant or antiperspirant that was strong enough for the Florida heat without irritating.

Around 15 years ago I discovered salt of the...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 9 Oct 23, 02:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,945
Posted By chipndalefan
We have been visiting DLP and Paris for the past...

We have been visiting DLP and Paris for the past 20 years and have never had an issue.

We always make sure luggage is locked when travelling to/from the airport and keep wallets and phones in our...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Sep 23, 01:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,046
Posted By chipndalefan
We've flew back from Florida last week with Aer...

We've flew back from Florida last week with Aer Lingus. Cases were weighed as usual but no one was checking dimensions.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Sep 23, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,162
Posted By chipndalefan
They had some in the pin shop at Disney Springs,...

They had some in the pin shop at Disney Springs, The Emporium on Main Street at Magic Kingdom and the gift shop at Pop Century last week.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Sep 23, 01:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 619
Posted By chipndalefan
There are a few pinball machines and some retro...

There are a few pinball machines and some retro arcade games in the arcade at Disney's Pop Century Resort.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Sep 23, 07:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,400
Posted By chipndalefan
On our last few trips all the the table service...

On our last few trips all the the table service restaurants upstairs (with the exception of Wagamama) we're very busy.

We tend to choose Archies for a fast food breakfast - hot sandwiches with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Sep 23, 04:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,157
Posted By chipndalefan
We're here now and using bands from 2018. They...

We're here now and using bands from 2018. They work fine for hotel entry, park entry and charging to the room.

Automatic photo collection is not working so our batteries must have expired, however...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 23, 11:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,101
Posted By chipndalefan
We're at DHS today and have found the majority of...

We're at DHS today and have found the majority of the waits higher than posted (the exception being smugglers run which was correct at 20mins)

We joined Runaway Railway with a posted wait of...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Sep 23, 11:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 834
Posted By chipndalefan
We're here now and have seen a grand total of 3...

We're here now and have seen a grand total of 3 so far!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Sep 23, 08:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,536
Posted By chipndalefan
We are here now. We tried for GotG at 7am Mon...

We are here now. We tried for GotG at 7am Mon 04/09 but it was gone straight away. We managed to secure a slot on the 1pm drop, group 116, and were called at 4pm. Unfortunately the ride was operating...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Sep 23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,939
Posted By chipndalefan
We always stay at the airport the night before...

We always stay at the airport the night before and get to the check in around 4hrs before departure time as we like to browse the ships and have breakfast once we've cleared security.

For me the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 31 Aug 23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 438
Posted By chipndalefan
Virtual queue - 7 and 1?

If you secured a virtual queue boarding group for Tron at 7am could you try for another at 1pm if you have already ridden or is it 1 virtual queue per day?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Aug 23, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 762
Posted By chipndalefan
Disney resort free parking

We have not been to Walt Disney World since 2019. I understand you now get free parking at the resort and theme parks.

Do you still need a paper pass for this from the hotel reception or do they...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Aug 23, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,163
Posted By chipndalefan
Good to know - I've just done a dummy search and...

Good to know - I've just done a dummy search and found 14 days available in the multi story in 2 weeks time. Maybe they're relaxing their policy nearer the time if there is space?

I'm going to...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Aug 23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,163
Posted By chipndalefan
I wanted to book the multi story for our...

I wanted to book the multi story for our September trip, and was told on the Manchester Airport webchat they are limiting stays here to less than 10 days due to capacity (which I assume means they...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Aug 23, 08:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,524
Posted By chipndalefan
We also have magic bands from 2018 that I'm...

We also have magic bands from 2018 that I'm hoping to use. Am I right in thinking that they will work for park entry, room door and payments, however the automatic photo pick up won't work if the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Jul 23, 07:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 671
Posted By chipndalefan
Absolutely fine to walk. There is a pedestrian...

Absolutely fine to walk. There is a pedestrian crossing in front of the hotel then follow the walkway to terminal 2. It's around 5 mins and all signposted.

We stayed at the hotel earlier this...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Jul 23, 03:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,474
Posted By chipndalefan
We did not use the bar, though it looked to have...

We did not use the bar, though it looked to have ample seating and also an area serving Starbucks. There are 2 onsite restaurants, one serving standard fare and the other Turkish food. Alternatively...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Jul 23, 03:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,196
Posted By chipndalefan
We stayed here earlier this year and will be...

We stayed here earlier this year and will be staying again in September. It is literally 5mins from Terminal 2, and was closer than the Raddison.

You exit terminal 2 on the arrivals level, walk...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jul 23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,474
Posted By chipndalefan
Exclamation We have stayed at both North and South - We...

We have stayed at both North and South - We usually go with whichever was cheaper as they are both of the same standard and both have a restaurant/bar.

Previously North had a Costa Coffee though...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jun 23, 09:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,535
Posted By chipndalefan
Are coupons still a thing?

I was having a clear out and came across some coupons and magazines in an old travel bag - the ones from off site restaurants and hotels, 10% off at Golden Corral, free appetiser etc. - that brought...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jun 23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,022
Posted By chipndalefan
We're booked on a Sunday flight with them in...

We're booked on a Sunday flight with them in September and have noticed the flight appears to have been cancelled a few times this year. Fingers crossed we are not impacted.

Has anyone been...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jun 23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 315
Posted By chipndalefan
Skyliner/Boardwalk

We would like to visit the Boardwalk one evening for a drink or a meal.

Can you take the Skyliner from Pop Century to Epcot then walk over, or does the Skyliner stop running once Epcot closes?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Jun 23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 640
Posted By chipndalefan
If you prefer an actual sat nav you can rent...

If you prefer an actual sat nav you can rent these quite reasonably from Discount Florida Car Hire:

https://www.discountfloridacarhire.co.uk/sat-nav-rentals/

They are sent to your home address...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jun 23, 04:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,779
Posted By chipndalefan
A more recent post on the DIBB (Feb 2023) shows...

A more recent post on the DIBB (Feb 2023) shows Endless Summer are offering 'length of stay' cups for $20

https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=1246538
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 20 Jun 23, 10:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,688
Posted By chipndalefan
WM484 on Holiday Extras

WM484 on Holiday Extras
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Jun 23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,687
Posted By chipndalefan
Where have you seen the multi storey offered?...

Where have you seen the multi storey offered? That's the option I'm looking for but all I can find is Jetparks.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Jun 23, 02:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 395
Posted By chipndalefan
Exclamation Aer Lingus Manchester sale

Aer Lingus are currently offering £100 off Manchester to Orlando flights this year July-October 2023. The offer is on for the next 10 days.
...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Jun 23, 09:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,046
Posted By chipndalefan
We've always used cash in the past but I am open...

We've always used cash in the past but I am open to the convenience of toll by plate.

If you use this option are you billed by Alamo when you return the car or is this some time after?
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 Jun 23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,221
Posted By chipndalefan
I second these recommendations. We love to visit...

I second these recommendations. We love to visit Captain Cook's for the Tonga Toast at Breakfast (same as they serve in the Kona Cafe but much cheaper) then take the boat over to Magic Kingdom.
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Jun 23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,370
Posted By chipndalefan
As others have pointed out the above example is a...

As others have pointed out the above example is a website typo, however if people are interested in shorter breaks TUI do offer 13, 11 or 10 night breaks on certain dates.

If you are flexible with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Jun 23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 819
Posted By chipndalefan
The Polynesian resort is a good choice for a...

The Polynesian resort is a good choice for a wander or a quick break.

On our last Disney trip we went to the Polynesian for breakfast, then took a boat over to Magic Kingdom.

If you don't want...
Forum: Accommodation 28 May 23, 11:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,334
Posted By chipndalefan
We've recently stayed at the new Holiday Inn...

We've recently stayed at the new Holiday Inn which was fantastic. It's directly opposite terminal 2 - 5 mins walk straight out of arrivals on the ground floor and across from the car park. It was...
Forum: Accommodation 28 May 23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,389
Posted By chipndalefan
Pop Century vs All Stars

Were looking at trips in September, and Pop Century is around £150pp more than All Stars.

In your experience is it worth paying the extra for the benefit of the Skyliner? Or is the bus transport...
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 23 May 23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,499
Posted By chipndalefan
London restaurant for kids

We are visiting London for the day with our niece (6) and nephew (11) to see 'Frozen' can anyone recommend any good kid friendly restaurants for dinner afterwards?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 May 23, 05:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 752
Posted By chipndalefan
We were there last week, staying the night before...

We were there last week, staying the night before a European trip in the new Holiday Inn which is opposite T2, and there are loads of options.

In T2 downstairs pre security there is M&S Food,...
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