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Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Mar 24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 666
Posted By Mel49
While I've flown with TUI on our last 3 holidays...

While I've flown with TUI on our last 3 holidays it has been cheaper each time not to take their Car Hire and book it independently. I booked Alamo through Discount Florida Car Hire (click on link in...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Mar 24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,876
Posted By Mel49
I'm old school and still take a print out...

I'm old school and still take a print out together with a copy on my phone. I've been asked for it a few times at check-in with Tui and just find it easier to have a paper copy with my passport.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Feb 24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,794
Posted By Mel49
Magic Kingdom Fireworks and the Lion King Show...

Magic Kingdom Fireworks and the Lion King Show make me emotional everytime !
Forum: General Trip Planning 15 Feb 24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 442
Posted By Mel49
We thought about doing something similar last...

We thought about doing something similar last November but a package deal with TUI based in Orlando worked out better for us in the end as we only had 9 nights.

We did however drive up to St...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 12 Feb 24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,822
Posted By Mel49
Looking forward to reading along as I've recently...

Looking forward to reading along as I've recently booked a late retirement trip with DH for September and I love reading your trip reports.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 8 Feb 24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,226
Posted By Mel49
I remember going with my son back in 1996/97 and...

I remember going with my son back in 1996/97 and have some lovely photos of him next to some of the temples etc. Can't remember the animals though.

Have just gone down memory lanelookinf at photos...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 7 Feb 24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 579
Posted By Mel49
This is their second shop in Orlando! The...

This is their second shop in Orlando! The original one is at 3201 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803 and quite near Winter Park.
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 4 Feb 24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,755
Posted By Mel49
I ordered a medium and large which arrived today...

I ordered a medium and large which arrived today and I got a Mustard Kennington and Canfield Mellow Camo Canvas Backpack. Not sure about the yellow one but DD might use it but the Backpack is okay so...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 30 Jan 24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,355
Posted By Mel49
Gatorland is a bit like Marmite you either love...

Gatorland is a bit like Marmite you either love it or hate it. Personally I would not recommend it and will never return.

As others have said Wild Florida is a great alternative but if you have a...
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 30 Jan 24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,755
Posted By Mel49
Bit late to the party but after getting a cheapy...

Bit late to the party but after getting a cheapy bag from Amazon which I'm sending back I have ordered a medium today with an add on Paddington Hip Bag for my holidays !
Forum: Tickets 15 Jan 24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 347
Posted By Mel49
In that case I'd suggest sending Wild Florida a...

In that case I'd suggest sending Wild Florida a wee message on their Contact me section on their website to check. I'm sure there won't be a problem using it for Capybarra Encounter if there is...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Jan 24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,655
Posted By Mel49
There is no easy answerbut a package deal can...

There is no easy answerbut a package deal can sometimes be cheaper than DIY and if you can travel outwith school holidays keep an eye on TUI sales or last minute deals.

For example we booked for...
Forum: Tickets 14 Jan 24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 347
Posted By Mel49
Why don't you cut out the middleman and just book...

Why don't you cut out the middleman and just book direct on Wild Florida's own website as the Capybarra Encounter is detailed there and available to book.

My DD did the Sloth Encounter a few years...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Jan 24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 870
Posted By Mel49
We've flown into Melbourne in May, September and...

We've flown into Melbourne in May, September and November and never had more than a few minutes wait. There are no companies that have a skip the queue option at Melbourne as far as I am aware as...
Forum: Accommodation 12 Jan 24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 377
Posted By Mel49
We've stayed in quite a few villas and townhouses...

We've stayed in quite a few villas and townhouses and the main difference I can think off is that the villas were detached whereas the townhouses were semi detached or terraced. Also some villas are...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 1 Jan 24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 547
Posted By Mel49
They will be cheaper and probably better quality...

They will be cheaper and probably better quality buying them in Primark before you go! Due to the change in the exchange rate alone never mind inflation you will find most things much more expensive...
Forum: General Trip Planning 31 Dec 23, 10:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 732
Posted By Mel49
To help with suggestions let us know where you...

To help with suggestions let us know where you are staying and if you will have a car to venture further afield or if you are intending to stick to the city centre.

St James Quarter at the East...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Dec 23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 531
Posted By Mel49
Will you have a car for any of your trip or will...

Will you have a car for any of your trip or will you be relying on Disney Transportation/Ubers/Buses ?

Legoland, Wild Florida, Circle Ranch, Lake Apoka Wildlife Drive would all be great if you...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Dec 23, 11:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 327
Posted By Mel49
Much easier and quicker! Once you collect...

Much easier and quicker!

Once you collect your bags and go through immigration the Car Hire desks are just a few minutes walk away and normally TUI reps direct you to either the buses or car...
Forum: General Chat 28 Dec 23, 11:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,245
Posted By Mel49
Hollister have some that fit your description but...

Hollister have some that fit your description but bit pricier but can't get the link to work but classed as CURVY ULTRA HIGH-RISE RIPPED MOM JEANS £42. Their sizing can be a bit strange so may be...
Forum: General Chat 18 Dec 23, 10:40 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,639
Posted By Mel49
That was happening in Edinburgh last week too...

That was happening in Edinburgh last week too despite a member of staff asking people to make separate lines. I checked with her before "jumping" the queue as I came from the side and she said to go...
Forum: Christmas 13 Dec 23, 12:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,293
Posted By Mel49
Max is getting a new Snoozzzeee Deluxe bed from...

Max is getting a new Snoozzzeee Deluxe bed from Costco as he's getting bother with his joints now and prefers his thicker bed. He's 12 but still occasionally plays with toys so is getting a new Percy...
Forum: Accommodation 8 Dec 23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 940
Posted By Mel49
There is always an element of risk paying for...

There is always an element of risk paying for anything by direct bank transfer as it gives you no form of protection if things don't work out. However through communications with the villa owner or...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Nov 23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,327
Posted By Mel49
We stayed at the Flagers Inn in St Augustine at...

We stayed at the Flagers Inn in St Augustine at the beginning of this month. While it was clean and cheap, I would not recommend it unless you can sleep through the trains tooting very regularly in...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Nov 23, 10:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,860
Posted By Mel49
We came home today and the drive to Melbourne...

We came home today and the drive to Melbourne yesterday was wetter than the drive home from Manchester. Our first 7 days were sunshine and no rain so we were lucky that only affected the last 3 days...
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 17 Nov 23, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,221
Posted By Mel49
Some of the bigger stores have the hand scanners...

Some of the bigger stores have the hand scanners but in the smaller stores you can use the M & S app on your phone. It can only be used for goods from the foodhall up to £45 and not for any alcohol...
Forum: Tickets 17 Nov 23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,747
Posted By Mel49
I've used them and the similar sounding...

I've used them and the similar sounding orlandoattractions.com and no problems with either or with attractiontickets.com. I normally just go for the cheapest for whichever tickets I need for the trip.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Nov 23, 08:46 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,909
Posted By Mel49
After popping into Florida Mall on Saturday I...

After popping into Florida Mall on Saturday I vowed not to return as I was losing the will to shop. It was busy but it was lack of customer service and staff that caused problems.
We did do a lot...
Forum: Christmas 16 Nov 23, 06:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,913
Posted By Mel49
Thanks for posting this as my DD17 loves Jellycat...

Thanks for posting this as my DD17 loves Jellycat and I didn't know they did bags. Gave up waiting in a queue in Hot Topic yesterday with a fluffy bag but there are quite a few on the jellycat...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Nov 23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,568
Posted By Mel49
I brought £500 in cash and use no fee credit card...

I brought £500 in cash and use no fee credit card (Nationwide) most of the time but have our Amex card as back up. We go home tomorrow and have had to make a point of using cash the last few days as...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 15 Nov 23, 05:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,176
Posted By Mel49
We're at MVMCP at moment, pressed buttons at 6pm...

We're at MVMCP at moment, pressed buttons at 6pm and got group 191 which was called for 9.32pm-10.32pm. Watched fireworks then DH headed over fir Tron and he's now away on Space Mountain (I don't do...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Nov 23, 11:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,591
Posted By Mel49
Remember if you are with Virgin you can add on a...

Remember if you are with Virgin you can add on a mobile contract for in my case £5 per month which includes the travel bolt on for "free". My contract is only for 4gb at home which is plenty for me...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 14 Nov 23, 09:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,858
Posted By Mel49
Must just depend on your luck as the Walmart at...

Must just depend on your luck as the Walmart at LBV still had none yesterday and had to go down to Target for more Caramel. Also found White Vanilla ones in Christmas Aisle 😍.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 14 Nov 23, 09:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,021
Posted By Mel49
I thought the "offer prices" via their link on...

I thought the "offer prices" via their link on the DIBB were meant to now be the best price to save everyone having to email which was previously the way to get the "dibb price".
Some people still...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 14 Nov 23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,858
Posted By Mel49
Walmart seems cheaper for basics like juice,...

Walmart seems cheaper for basics like juice, crisps, bread etc, Publix we've found expensive but worth going at start of holiday or if bigger group for their buy one/two get one free offers as...
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 14 Nov 23, 01:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,460
Posted By Mel49
Sorry I'm in Florida at moment so missed your...

Sorry I'm in Florida at moment so missed your post but I see someone has helped. Just for info I normally use the M & S APP.
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 13 Nov 23, 01:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,460
Posted By Mel49
If you go online there is an option to check...

If you go online there is an option to check stock instore and certainly in our area one store has 100+ but I think the Gyle in Edinburgh is a bit far for you to go. Just put in the post code of...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Nov 23, 04:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,122
Posted By Mel49
We've been here since Monday and have only had...

We've been here since Monday and have only had blue skies and sunshine except for a short shower yesterday afternoon. Rain can be very localised with say rain at MK and sunshine at Universal so...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 12 Nov 23, 05:22 AM
Replies: 292
Views: 48,490
Posted By Mel49
Great food, relaxation and fun - who needs the...

Great food, relaxation and fun - who needs the parks ! I love a wee walk round Celebration followed by ice-cream but the prices are a bit eye-watering. I'll stick to my cookie dough and choc chip...
Forum: General Chat 12 Nov 23, 01:43 AM
Replies: 1,320
Views: 131,139
Posted By Mel49
We don't tend to have many "table service" meals...

We don't tend to have many "table service" meals but if the food is good and the server polite we tip 10% -15% or if paying cash we round up the bill. At Millers Ale House today the bill was around...
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