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Forum: General Trip Planning 26 Mar 24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 291
Posted By jim jehosofat
I second Katiec68's reply about going all...

I second Katiec68's reply about going all inclusive.

A can of coke will set you back around £5 if you have to pay. You would probably have to add another 50% at least to your budget if you're not...
Forum: General Chat 25 Mar 24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 597
Posted By jim jehosofat
The unions have to give two weeks notice.

The unions have to give two weeks notice.
Forum: General Trip Planning 20 Mar 24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 99
Posted By jim jehosofat
Hamburg Hotels

Can Dibbers recommend any hotels in Hamburg please?

We're hoping to visit Miniatur Wunderland.

Any other sightseeing recommended?
Forum: General Chat 20 Mar 24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,614
Posted By jim jehosofat
How many baked bean factories are there in the...

How many baked bean factories are there in the UK?

Its probably only a few with slight variations to the recipe for different brands.
Forum: General Trip Planning 19 Mar 24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 298
Posted By jim jehosofat
National Express seems to be at least twice an...

National Express seems to be at least twice an hour, sometimes more.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Mar 24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 370
Posted By jim jehosofat
The only taxes I'm aware of is Air Passenger...

The only taxes I'm aware of is Air Passenger Duty, full details here
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rates-and-allowances-for-air-passenger-duty

There are other charges commonly refered to as taxes...
Forum: General Chat 17 Mar 24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,111
Posted By jim jehosofat
Unfortunately this is standard practice for most...

Unfortunately this is standard practice for most airlines.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Mar 24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,038
Posted By jim jehosofat
Thats sounds like an extraordinary event for...

Thats sounds like an extraordinary event for which I'd say compensation is not payable. I also don't think they would refund the flight if they took you the next day.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Mar 24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,413
Posted By jim jehosofat
You could get one of these if you like soft cell...

You could get one of these if you like soft cell :grin:
https://www.redbubble.com/i/duffle-bag/Say-Hello-Wave-Goodbye-by-Subpopeoandy/65072077.TZ9LO
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 12 Mar 24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,038
Posted By jim jehosofat
I'm puzzled. Why have you asked for a refund? Did...

I'm puzzled. Why have you asked for a refund? Did you have to buy a new ticket? I thought Virgin would have rebooked you to the next available flight without charge.

What compensation are you...
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Mar 24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 176
Posted By jim jehosofat
Another recommendation for The Thistle from me...

Another recommendation for The Thistle from me. If the weather is nice they have a great outdoor seating area where you can take your drinks and plane watch. The car park is fairly large and you keep...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Mar 24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 998
Posted By jim jehosofat
Worth a look,...

Worth a look, https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/british-airways-executive-club/1767041-long-haul-flight-catering-world-traveller-plus.html
Forum: General Chat 7 Mar 24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,910
Posted By jim jehosofat
Tried EBAY? ...

Tried EBAY?
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Feb 24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By jim jehosofat
I think Virgin Holidays may have started a rumour...

I think Virgin Holidays may have started a rumour a week or so ago:grin:
Forum: General Chat 18 Feb 24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,073
Posted By jim jehosofat
Not sure if this qualifies as a free upgrade, but...

Not sure if this qualifies as a free upgrade, but when we booked the flights for our Alaska cruise in the BA January sale it was £300 each cheaper to come home in business class rather than premium...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Feb 24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 43,390
Posted By jim jehosofat
Have Virgin jumped the gun again? They have...

Have Virgin jumped the gun again? They have history of doing this type of thing.
Forum: General Trip Planning 14 Feb 24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,183
Posted By jim jehosofat
The little guest houses will be "dry" so not...

The little guest houses will be "dry" so not really an option if you like a drink. Even a can of coke will be expensive. It is not a cheap destination.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Feb 24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 638
Posted By jim jehosofat
How about this, leaves your hands free for genie+...

How about this, leaves your hands free for genie+ !
...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 13 Feb 24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 522
Posted By jim jehosofat
What are the four missing dates?

What are the four missing dates?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Feb 24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 296
Posted By jim jehosofat
All seats recline equally according to this site...

All seats recline equally according to this site https://www.aerolopa.com/ba

You need to look at a 77S or 77T for a Gatwick based 777.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Feb 24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 380
Views: 15,787
Posted By jim jehosofat
You might want to read the post before this one...

You might want to read the post before this one which details the information required for your query to be answered 😉
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 30 Jan 24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,887
Posted By jim jehosofat
We did a Princess cruise from Australia to New...

We did a Princess cruise from Australia to New Zealand and back and encountered a few cruise snobs.
We were talking to one couple who told us that they cruised at least three times a year. How do...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Jan 24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,830
Posted By jim jehosofat
Not sure how long for a stolen passport, but I...

Not sure how long for a stolen passport, but I applied for a renewal last Sunday and it was delivered to me on Friday, six days is all it took.
Forum: General Chat 28 Jan 24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 659
Posted By jim jehosofat
Its probably because Wednesday is January 31st...

Its probably because Wednesday is January 31st and there is a month end target to beat.
Forum: General Chat 26 Jan 24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 504
Posted By jim jehosofat
This should save you trawling through Flyertalk...

This should save you trawling through Flyertalk for the correct thread https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/british-airways-executive-club/2106153-faq-reason-flight-delay-cancellation-2023-edition.html
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jan 24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,622
Posted By jim jehosofat
There's a forum right here on the DIBB that may...

There's a forum right here on the DIBB that may be of interest to you https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=184
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Jan 24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,031
Posted By jim jehosofat
CFB, you're correct, APD is a UK tax

CFB, you're correct, APD is a UK tax
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Jan 24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,031
Posted By jim jehosofat
I think your wrong with your statement about PE...

I think your wrong with your statement about PE being the lower rate.
From the site you quote

Reduced rate
For travel in the lowest class of travel available on the plane for seat pitches less...
Forum: Accommodation 19 Jan 24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 903
Posted By jim jehosofat
Is the o/p getting confused between the hotels...

Is the o/p getting confused between the hotels and parks?
Forum: General Trip Planning 10 Jan 24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,031
Posted By jim jehosofat
Don't forget that the air passenger duty...

Don't forget that the air passenger duty increases by over £100 per passenger for Premium Economy and Business class fares.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Jan 24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 354
Posted By jim jehosofat
You can hire a sat nav from Discount Florida Car...

You can hire a sat nav from Discount Florida Car Hire

https://www.discountfloridacarhire.co.uk/sat-nav-rentals/
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Jan 24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 370
Posted By jim jehosofat
Save your money and go to Wetherspoons!

Save your money and go to Wetherspoons!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Dec 23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 62,080
Posted By jim jehosofat
Just for reference, both flights were full in...

Just for reference, both flights were full in Economy and I think may only have been a couple of seats left in business. Didn't get an upgrade offer from Emirates, asked at Sydney when there were...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Dec 23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 62,080
Posted By jim jehosofat
Hi again Stanley, could you have a look at our...

Hi again Stanley, could you have a look at our flights home please?
EK417, SYD-DXB, 22/12/23
EK65, DXB-STN, 23/12/23

I'll attempt a trippie when we get home, far too difficult to do on a phone!
Forum: General Trip Planning 16 Dec 23, 12:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 936
Posted By jim jehosofat
Seattle

Have any Dibbers got any hotel recommendations for Seattle and things to do before joining a cruise to Alaska? Thanks in anticipation
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 10 Dec 23, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,888
Posted By jim jehosofat
I'm on Majestic Princess at the moment, plenty to...

I'm on Majestic Princess at the moment, plenty to do after 9pm and there's a mixture of ages aboard.
Tonight they're switching on the Christmas tree lights.
Forum: General Chat 9 Dec 23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 673
Posted By jim jehosofat
This reminds me of my days selling train tickets...

This reminds me of my days selling train tickets many many years ago.
Harwich for the continent,
Frinton for the incontinent!
Forum: General Chat 9 Dec 23, 03:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,085
Posted By jim jehosofat
Another Norfolk resident here, hope you've all...

Another Norfolk resident here, hope you've all had your jabs to prevent extra digit growth!
Forum: General Trip Planning 3 Dec 23, 11:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,023
Posted By jim jehosofat
I'm on a Princess cruise at the moment and the...

I'm on a Princess cruise at the moment and the only extra things we've paid for are the supplements for the two fine dining restaurants. Interested to find out the background behind your statement.
Forum: Accommodation 24 Nov 23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,678
Posted By jim jehosofat
Any one singing the ub40 song?

Any one singing the ub40 song?
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