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Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 28 Jan 24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,687
Posted By ccleveley
Absolutely loving this trip report - lots of...

Absolutely loving this trip report - lots of inspiration! Thank you for posting. xx
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 20 Jan 24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,134
Posted By ccleveley
Thanks everyone for the responses and tips. In...

Thanks everyone for the responses and tips. In terms of why we are flying in and out of Vegas - really down to our love of direct flights to Manchester... There aren't any direct flights from LAX...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 14 Jan 24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,134
Posted By ccleveley
Las Vegas -Car Hire (Newbie)

Hi all,

Finally taken the plunge and booked our first LAS / LA trip for July this year (aware it will be scorchio in LAS!). We have a split trip so 3 nights in Vegas and then we travel to Long...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 10 Sep 23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,386
Posted By ccleveley
Went to the one at Universal in August. Awful...

Went to the one at Universal in August. Awful meagre portions - one tiny ladle of 'main' and no flavour - will not go back again!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 31 Aug 23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 508
Posted By ccleveley
Hi we were in this position yesterday. I...

Hi we were in this position yesterday. I cancelled the morning booking and got one easily at 1pm after checking into the park. We didn’t get to the park until 2pm so there were some left then as...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 30 Aug 23, 04:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,358
Posted By ccleveley
Had an amazing meal at the Lazy Dog on the 192...

Had an amazing meal at the Lazy Dog on the 192 this week. Highly recommend.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 29 Aug 23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,320
Posted By ccleveley
Yes agree the current Disney system isn’t...

Yes agree the current Disney system isn’t focussed on the guest. Having to wake up at 6.55am to book VQs or Genie etc isn’t pleasant on holiday. Currently at Universal too and it’s more chilled. ...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Aug 23, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 549
Posted By ccleveley
Hi there are lots of shops with the Marvel /...

Hi there are lots of shops with the Marvel / Spider-Man stuff in them. Often live music and the water fountains for play. Food wise the Toothsome Chocolate Factory is one of our faves and good for...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Aug 23, 03:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 625
Posted By ccleveley
Hi we are here now and hired for 20 nights. Cost...

Hi we are here now and hired for 20 nights. Cost is £720 for standard SUV. Booked with Dutch Alamo site and kept cancelling and rebooking as the price fell. Lots of info on here if you scroll down...
Forum: Accommodation 26 Aug 23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,406
Posted By ccleveley
Currently on FG and unfortunately the Villa...

Currently on FG and unfortunately the Villa behind us is playing loud heavy rap music from 9am each morning ( impacts our pool time) and music / shouting until after midnight each night. I’m...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 23 Aug 23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 937
Posted By ccleveley
Yes we went to the newish one on the 192 a few...

Yes we went to the newish one on the 192 a few days back. Great food. Friendly service from all. We said it was our first time and they brought free steak fries and dips to the table. Recommend...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Aug 23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,613
Posted By ccleveley
Booked over 6 months ago but checked regularly...

Booked over 6 months ago but checked regularly and rebooked every time price fell on the Dutch Alamo site. Started at £1k but reduced to £745
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Aug 23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,613
Posted By ccleveley
Hi Price £745 for 20 days Type of car...

Hi

Price £745 for 20 days
Type of car Ford Edge - Standard SUV
Who did you book with? Dutch Alamo
Which car hire company? Alamo
Collection and return location MCO
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Aug 23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 645
Posted By ccleveley
Epcot was heaving yesterday too. All the locals...

Epcot was heaving yesterday too. All the locals heading in for Food & Wine. Weekends at Disney Springs are also busy.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Jul 23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 11,205
Posted By ccleveley
We've been 11 times since 2010 and still love it...

We've been 11 times since 2010 and still love it. I find it a different holiday every time. Kids now late teens and still want to come with us. That may change but for us Florida and the parks...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 24 Jun 23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 917
Posted By ccleveley
Hi - I've been many times and have a challenging...

Hi - I've been many times and have a challenging (hates queues) hubby. I think its worth it 100% for the peace of mind I can get us on a few of our fave rides without hassle. BUT depending on when...
Forum: Tickets 8 May 23, 10:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,383
Posted By ccleveley
Yes with the Express Passes you generally just...

Yes with the Express Passes you generally just walk on... lots of people don't have them!
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 16 Apr 23, 10:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 833
Posted By ccleveley
We've got on twice after thunderstorms with...

We've got on twice after thunderstorms with minimal waits. They shut the ride down during the storm and the queue. Bit of a risky strategy but we head over to that side of the park and wait around...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 10 Apr 23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 266,704
Posted By ccleveley
Just saved over EUR 200 (cancelled originally and...

Just saved over EUR 200 (cancelled originally and rebooked) for my booking in August - after checking prices again today. Really pleased with the way this keeps going down each week!
Forum: Accommodation 25 Mar 23, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,381
Posted By ccleveley
We've used vr360homes.com before - but always do...

We've used vr360homes.com before - but always do all the checks before booking as its direct with owners.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Mar 23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,283
Posted By ccleveley
Hi - so we went in August in 2019 and 2022 (and...

Hi - so we went in August in 2019 and 2022 (and will be this year). First few days you are up early due to the jet lag (as has been said) and so recommend you use that time to go to a few parks...
Forum: Accommodation 26 Feb 23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,007
Posted By ccleveley
We've stayed at Clayton Hotel - stay and park...

We've stayed at Clayton Hotel - stay and park deals - but have recently changed to the Premier Inn and the Meet & Greet parking. This, as others have said, is really convenient - especially when you...
Forum: Accommodation 5 Feb 23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,199
Posted By ccleveley
Hi we stayed in a villa at Highlands Reserve last...

Hi we stayed in a villa at Highlands Reserve last year which had a free standing hot tub. On Airbnb -...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 8 Jan 23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,959
Posted By ccleveley
Agree with all of the advice before - one tip is...

Agree with all of the advice before - one tip is you'll get dehydrated very quickly - we found taking a collapsible bottle which can attach to a bag really helpful for this (we got ours from the...
Forum: Accommodation 1 Jan 23, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,792
Posted By ccleveley
Used vr360homes.com - you book with the owners...

Used vr360homes.com - you book with the owners directly.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Dec 22, 11:58 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 18,289
Posted By ccleveley
Thank you for this - checked and our outgoing has...

Thank you for this - checked and our outgoing has moved from 10am to 12.50 - but that's more time in bed! And then coming back same as above 5pm to 9pm - more time at the villa!
Forum: Accommodation 9 Nov 22, 07:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,929
Posted By ccleveley
Clayton is nice and you can walk to the terminals...

Clayton is nice and you can walk to the terminals if you want. We stay and walk to the Airport Pub up the road for dinner as the beer garden overlooks the runway!
Forum: Accommodation 6 Nov 22, 03:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,791
Posted By ccleveley
Hi we stayed there 2 weeks ago (and have multiple...

Hi we stayed there 2 weeks ago (and have multiple times before). Always got a space - and as has been said you pay as you check in. Although the barriers weren't working the last 2 times we stayed...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Oct 22, 12:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,011
Posted By ccleveley
Thank you for this info - fab I'll call them...

Thank you for this info - fab I'll call them early on Wednesday - fingers crossed!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Oct 22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,011
Posted By ccleveley
Hi - this is all great information. I've also...

Hi - this is all great information. I've also booked to go using my points from my Reward+ Credit Card - and am waiting for the return leg to come up in the next couple of days. Can I ask if you...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 10 Sep 22, 02:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,669
Posted By ccleveley
Just back and we found Target to be quieter and...

Just back and we found Target to be quieter and similar price wise to Walmart. But Aldi will be less expensive.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 3 Sep 22, 07:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 911
Posted By ccleveley
You don’t have to put the flight number in from...

You don’t have to put the flight number in from memory. It’s optional
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Sep 22, 01:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,940
Posted By ccleveley
We were planning to stay and relax around the...

We were planning to stay and relax around the pool. Not possible though so going to Disney Springs. Management company said we could use a Townhouse nearby but logistically that doesn’t work. Thanks
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 2 Sep 22, 01:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,125
Posted By ccleveley
My mistake I guess. They advised me too at the...

My mistake I guess. They advised me too at the VTP pick up but Makes sense it automatically updates as it did. Thanks
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 Sep 22, 01:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,766
Posted By ccleveley
Exactly the same experience for us the night...

Exactly the same experience for us the night before. It was like the glory days in early June. Epcot on the 1st was quieter too but the fireworks still pulled in the crowd.

I think this weekend...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 1 Sep 22, 06:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,125
Posted By ccleveley
The pass (make sure you know your access details...

The pass (make sure you know your access details for the app on your phone). Use the barcode to collect the pass then enter your licence number in when you collect the car. It didn’t seem to accept...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 1 Sep 22, 03:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,310
Posted By ccleveley
Hubby went to Titusville on Monday for the...

Hubby went to Titusville on Monday for the scrubbed launch. Got up at 4am to get a spot but had a great view. Was just near the McDonalds - he paid 20 dollars to park tho
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Sep 22, 03:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,940
Posted By ccleveley
Thanks for the advice. I’ll give that a go..

Thanks for the advice. I’ll give that a go..
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Sep 22, 03:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,940
Posted By ccleveley
Thank you for this advice. I’m giving it a go!...

Thank you for this advice. I’m giving it a go! We are really put out…..
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Aug 22, 06:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,940
Posted By ccleveley
Thank you everyone. All good ideas. I’ll stop...

Thank you everyone. All good ideas. I’ll stop fretting now.
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