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Forum: Trip Planning Florida Today, 01:49 PM
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Posted By tapley
Only my own opinion but I can answer from...

Only my own opinion but I can answer from experience of nearly 20 trips to Florida and several other areas of the US.
Firstly flights; If TUI is are flying from an airport local to you then we have...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Apr 24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,266
Posted By tapley
Ruprecht37, Sounds good thanks for the tip

Ruprecht37, Sounds good thanks for the tip
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Apr 24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,335
Posted By tapley
snowbelle, thanks for this excellent review. Our...

snowbelle, thanks for this excellent review. Our previous trips to Florida with TUI were from Bristol which was really convenient as we are in Devon. I have looked at prices for Virgin from Heathrow...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Apr 24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,266
Posted By tapley
Hope you get some answers to help you

Hope you get some answers to help you
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Apr 24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,266
Posted By tapley
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Apr 24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,266
Posted By tapley
Snowbelle thanks for that comprehensive response...

Snowbelle thanks for that comprehensive response it’s really useful. I like your comments on the hotels especially. When travelling from Heathrow we always use the Bath Road Premier Inn, is the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Apr 24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,266
Posted By tapley
Birmingham airport

Now that TUI are no longer flying from Bristol I was looking at booking a trip for next year and possibly flying out of Birmingham. Still a trek from Devon but the alternative is Virgin from...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Mar 24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 603
Posted By tapley
Sammy we also travel from Devon and have always...

Sammy we also travel from Devon and have always found the Premier Inn on Bath Road the best bet .
Forum: General Chat 13 Mar 24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,671
Posted By tapley
the last mini dealer I used, 18 months ago, gave...

the last mini dealer I used, 18 months ago, gave me a price and said it would reduce by £1000 per month and of course the final price would be dependent on when the car was delivered. Eventually 2...
Forum: Accommodation 2 Mar 24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,294
Posted By tapley
Shame on the dates as I would have been really...

Shame on the dates as I would have been really interested in a rental in May as our normal property in Anna Maria Island is no longer available
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Feb 24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 554
Posted By tapley
JP not a lot there unless it is a particular...

JP not a lot there unless it is a particular sports event such as Baseball presaeason training for the pro teams. They often have junior events. I know my daughters niece was there recently playing...
Forum: General Chat 19 Jan 24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,676
Posted By tapley
I agree entirely we went last March but I...

I agree entirely we went last March but I declined the additional cost issues of genie + etc as I think it is daylight robbery after the hike in Disney ticket prices. We have always thoroughly...
Forum: General Chat 25 Dec 23, 07:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,504
Posted By tapley
Oh Cornish dreamers😂 merry Christmas to all your...

Oh Cornish dreamers😂 merry Christmas to all your family
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 6 Dec 23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,422
Posted By tapley
I have always used...

I have always used www.discountfloridacarhire.co.uk excellent service and no problems.
Forum: Reports and Reviews for Dining and Restaurants 18 Nov 23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 39,986
Posted By tapley
And Cheddars scratch Kitchen good food and value...

And Cheddars scratch Kitchen good food and value for money
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 7 Nov 23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,753
Posted By tapley
They were doing it in May when we stayed at...

They were doing it in May when we stayed at Tuscany. We left and didn’t revisit. Another group were telling us that there were four of them and had a fright when they’re. Ill came and they had a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 10:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 917
Posted By tapley
We found September quiet but wetter and you have...

We found September quiet but wetter and you have the threat of hurricanes but the early part of May is very warm and relatively dry. Although we have enjoyed trips in both months I definitely prefer...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Oct 23, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,305
Posted By tapley
We had a Ford edge from Alamo at MCO last May and...

We had a Ford edge from Alamo at MCO last May and thoroughly enjoyed the drive
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Oct 23, 09:19 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 29,625
Posted By tapley
Definitely. I have loved my many trips to Orlando...

Definitely. I have loved my many trips to Orlando but realised during our trip this last May the changes, queues and cost issues outwieighed the enjoyment. I shall return to Florida but not to...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 7 Oct 23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,026
Posted By tapley
Absolutely excellent very reliable and good prices

Absolutely excellent very reliable and good prices
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Sep 23, 11:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,093
Posted By tapley
$100 bills

We were in Orlando in May and had no problem using both $100 bills and travellers cheques
Forum: General Chat 14 Sep 23, 09:36 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 10,830
Posted By tapley
We were there in May for two weeks and did the...

We were there in May for two weeks and did the Disney parks and other attractions in Orlando without and illnesses whatsoever. Bearing in mind we are both in our 70s so I think things are okay as...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 12 Sep 23, 08:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,471
Posted By tapley
Unfortunately it’s the way of the world we paid...

Unfortunately it’s the way of the world we paid over £200 for 15 days in business parking in May.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 12 Sep 23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,618
Posted By tapley
Go to Disney Car Centre and explain to the Alamo...

Go to Disney Car Centre and explain to the Alamo desk that you have a problem with the car and they are normally quite helpful another reason whyI try and use Alamo.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 12 Sep 23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 791
Posted By tapley
I have never used thrifty but normally use Alamo...

I have never used thrifty but normally use Alamo for peace of mind. This year once again we booked Alamo through DCFH and glad we did. We collected a low mileage Ford Edge fro Alamo at MCO in May and...
Forum: General Trip Planning 8 Sep 23, 08:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,055
Posted By tapley
We have visited Washington a couple of times and...

We have visited Washington a couple of times and found staying in Alexandria really good. We stayed both times at the Hilton Alexandria OldTown on King Street. Very good hotel and right beside the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Sep 23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,414
Posted By tapley
Definitely stay at the Premier Inn Bath Road it’s...

Definitely stay at the Premier Inn Bath Road it’s good value especially if you book early
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Aug 23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,619
Posted By tapley
As said by Dan Mol we have always booked...

As said by Dan Mol we have always booked ourselves looking at what suits us best and balancing the cost differences. To be fair we have never stayed onsite as we like to do other things as well as...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Aug 23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,085
Posted By tapley
We have nationwide insurance and when my grandson...

We have nationwide insurance and when my grandson broke his collarbone visiting relatives in New Jersey the bill had to be paid and then claimed back.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 24 Aug 23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,108
Posted By tapley
This May we had a Ford Edge from Alamo at MCO...

This May we had a Ford Edge from Alamo at MCO. Excellent drive couldn’t fault it had 2 weeks pleasant driving with it. Would happily recommend it .
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Aug 23, 09:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,631
Posted By tapley
We have gone both dates and enjoyed them. This...

We have gone both dates and enjoyed them. This year we went the 4th May and it was brilliant. Whilst it was very hot the humidity was much lower making it more comfortable. The advantage over...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 10 Aug 23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,354
Posted By tapley
Forget all of these and go to...

Forget all of these and go to www.discountfloridacarhire.co.uk they are by far the best. Andy there is more than helpful and you can amend your booking without charge as the price drops. I booked...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jul 23, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 862
Posted By tapley
When we went in May they opened officially 4...

When we went in May they opened officially 4 hours before the flight. However it was a universal check in for all Virgin International flights and we just queued and checked in no problem.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Jul 23, 10:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,179
Posted By tapley
We have have been many times over the last...

We have have been many times over the last 30years and although we enjoy September there is the threat of hurricanes and it certainly is wet on occasions. Our best time is early May as we did this...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Jul 23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 11,192
Posted By tapley
I have always felt very much like you during our...

I have always felt very much like you during our many regular visits since the 90s. However I was totally underwhelmed during our visit this May. The attitude of many Disney staff as well as the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Jul 23, 11:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,020
Posted By tapley
It very much depends on what interests you and...

It very much depends on what interests you and whether you have youngsters with you. On different trips we have gone down and stayed on Anna Maria Island so we could visit St Petersburg and Sarasota,...
Forum: General Chat 4 Jul 23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 557
Views: 28,675
Posted By tapley
What about the the need for stopping to charge on...

What about the the need for stopping to charge on our long journeys and the climate change issues re the making and disposal of the batteries as the life expectancy is low.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 30 Jun 23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 908
Posted By tapley
During our visit in May we only intended using...

During our visit in May we only intended using the toll road between MCO and our resort, Hilton Tuscany Village, on Vineland Ave so we paid the the cash tolls which were minimal. However on one trip...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Jun 23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 573
Posted By tapley
We were caught like that last month returning...

We were caught like that last month returning from the US to Heathrow. They were new passports but it appears it is not the passports but the Border control electronic equipment.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Jun 23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 854
Posted By tapley
Our favourite place is Hilton Grand Vacations...

Our favourite place is Hilton Grand Vacations Tuscany on Vineland Ave and the 2 bedroom units are excellent
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