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Forum: Beyond the Parks 29 Aug 21, 08:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,838
Posted By paulr
We love the place and it’s an integral part of...

We love the place and it’s an integral part of our Florida holiday - limited accommodation can push prices up. We find Airbnb to be competitive
We try to get a condo in the Runaway Bay complex...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 4 Jun 19, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,048
Posted By paulr
Just back from 8 nights in AMI - had a lovely...

Just back from 8 nights in AMI - had a lovely condo in Runaway Bay and used AirBnB to book it
Forum: Beyond the Parks 3 Jun 19, 01:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,344
Posted By paulr
Lovely place to while away a few hours. ...

Lovely place to while away a few hours. Unfortunately at the moment the fountain is out of order due to refurb for the next 2 months according to signs on it
Forum: Beyond the Parks 31 May 19, 11:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,567
Posted By paulr
Anna Maria Island - idyllic

Anna Maria Island - idyllic
Forum: Beyond the Parks 29 May 19, 03:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,090
Posted By paulr
On AMI now and it’s glorious, no sign of red Tide

On AMI now and it’s glorious, no sign of red Tide
Forum: Shopping in Florida 26 May 19, 04:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,224
Posted By paulr
All is not lost folks as following our extensive...

All is not lost folks as following our extensive research programme we can reveal that the 3 best shops for deals are all close together on north I-Drive but before you get to the official premium...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 25 May 19, 11:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,575
Posted By paulr
Yep the deals vary by outlet store and the 2 for...

Yep the deals vary by outlet store and the 2 for $40 seemed to be the best outlet deal for 502s
Forum: Shopping in Florida 21 May 19, 05:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,224
Posted By paulr
Yep - I recall that Nike outlet being a bit of a...

Yep - I recall that Nike outlet being a bit of a jumble sale but bargains to be had.
Also the Nike outlet on the 192 just east of the I-4 is the worst one we have visited this year - a good store,...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 21 May 19, 05:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,224
Posted By paulr
Ok so having just popped over there I can confirm...

Ok so having just popped over there I can confirm that both the Converse and Nike stores there are now CLOSED - Nike closed 5th May the converse one sooner as its now a furniture store
Forum: Shopping in Florida 21 May 19, 02:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,224
Posted By paulr
Cheers Deano - though finding another Nike...

Cheers Deano - though finding another Nike outlet means another half hour lost while SWMBO goes wandering
Forum: Shopping in Florida 21 May 19, 01:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,224
Posted By paulr
Looking on google maps there is one on the 192 a...

Looking on google maps there is one on the 192 a bit east of Celebration and Old town just past Lake Cecile - I think that might be it ?
Forum: Shopping in Florida 21 May 19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,224
Posted By paulr
My DD just announced she wants a pair - where on...

My DD just announced she wants a pair - where on 192 is the converse outlet ?
Forum: Shopping in Florida 20 May 19, 12:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,313
Posted By paulr
We just bought a 28 inch soft foldable one with...

We just bought a 28 inch soft foldable one with wheels from Walmart for $14 - 32 inch ones are $18. The last similar ones we bought lasted a few years
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 May 19, 12:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 955
Posted By paulr
Bottles allowed into Universal ?

Hi
We normally when hiking take nearly full water plastic bottles that have been in the freezer overnight so we can enjoy a cold water drink throughout the day
Will they be allowed into Universal ?...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 17 May 19, 03:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By paulr
Thanks folks 👍👍

Thanks folks 👍👍
Forum: Shopping in Florida 15 May 19, 11:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By paulr
Record shops

Hi
Does anyone know of any good alternative/indie record shops in the Orlando area ?
Thanks in advance
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 16 Feb 19, 05:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,908
Posted By paulr
Sorry to hijack this thread but OH has just come...

Sorry to hijack this thread but OH has just come back from post office where guy told her she needs an international driving licence for the States - never needed one before, so is he on the wind up ?
Forum: Accommodation 5 Jan 19, 06:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 508
Posted By paulr
I use Airbnb quite often - best to look at...

I use Airbnb quite often - best to look at reviews of accommodation you are considering as you can comment on something you've booked but had cancelled so if such a situation occurred you will see it...
Forum: Accommodation 5 Jan 19, 04:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 484
Posted By paulr
Florida West Coast info reqd

Hi,
We've booked our flights for mid May to early June this year...2 adults only
In our previous holidays in Florida we have booked accommodation in Kissimmee area for our duration but then gone...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 29 Aug 14, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 773
Posted By paulr
Ray Ban/Sunglasses

DD is after a pair of Ray Bans - anyone recommend a good place for sunglasses ?

Thanks in advance
Forum: Accommodation 6 Jun 12, 01:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By paulr
Weve just returned from FL and stayed at OL. We...

Weve just returned from FL and stayed at OL. We cant sing its praises enough (despite a slight hitch at checking in, which was resolved quickly). The 'timeshare selling' was quickly terminated with...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 6 Jun 12, 01:47 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,088
Posted By paulr
Ha ha - we said exactly the same. It is great to...

Ha ha - we said exactly the same. It is great to visit - almost a bit make believe, or Disney without the crowds...

Im guessing that they pay a (probably hefty) service charge which is why its so...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Jun 12, 01:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 429
Posted By paulr
Im veggie, and always thought that going Vegan...

Im veggie, and always thought that going Vegan was making eating out so much more difficult... and in the US its even harder. One thing we did notice this trip was that cheese seemed to be added to...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Jun 12, 01:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,826
Posted By paulr
Im a veggie and just back from FL - didnt have a...

Im a veggie and just back from FL - didnt have a problem eating. I wont do buffets so can only talk about choices from the menu.

Most places have a few veggie appetisers and are flexible for you...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Jun 12, 12:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By paulr
Were just back and before we went out the OH did...

Were just back and before we went out the OH did her research and she ended up packing some Genius bread in a plastic container - declared it at US customs with no probs
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Jun 12, 12:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 844
Posted By paulr
We went there this year, smaller & quieter than...

We went there this year, smaller & quieter than those in Orlando, but reasonable range of shops and some bargains to be had. Also with a slower turnaround of stock than those at Orlando, a few...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Jun 12, 12:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,102
Posted By paulr
Sadly this offer does not include their...

Sadly this offer does not include their 'Classics' range which are $45 a pair. All other ranges are included in the offer and are all less than $45...guess what my two wanted ? :(
Forum: Shopping in Florida 6 Jun 12, 12:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,114
Posted By paulr
Good decision - we went to Altamonte this trip...

Good decision - we went to Altamonte this trip and decided it was nothing special.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 16 May 12, 01:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 700
Posted By paulr
if you know the zip code of where youre going you...

if you know the zip code of where youre going you can enter that into the 'Store locator' section of the Walmart website
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 May 12, 07:13 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 18,017
Posted By paulr
Cant believe you would post that without checking...

Cant believe you would post that without checking the latest lists properly :tongue: FYI Sweet tomatoes got 2 votes ;)
Forum: Beyond the Parks 13 May 12, 06:40 PM
Replies: 563
Views: 118,967
Posted By paulr
Thanks for that - will give them a look up on...

Thanks for that - will give them a look up on tinternet for more info.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 12 May 12, 03:07 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,277
Posted By paulr
We went to BB a couple of times on the last trip...

We went to BB a couple of times on the last trip and really enjoyed it - the OH has us going there twice this upcoming trip. The loss of the cocnut onions rings will be a huge dissapointment for me...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 May 12, 10:51 AM
Replies: 501
Views: 33,845
Posted By paulr
Excellent 'service' Jakey Ive checked quite...

Excellent 'service' Jakey

Ive checked quite a few page and not seen anyone asking about :

VS073 - Manchester to Orlando - 18th May 2012
VS074 - Orlando to Manchester -1st June 2012
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 May 12, 07:13 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,625
Posted By paulr
Its all about personal preferences. There is...

Its all about personal preferences. There is plenty to do within a 90 minute drive from Orlando area to fill a 14 day holiday 3 or 4 times over.

Some people have a trip planner that to me looks...
Forum: Accommodation 9 May 12, 07:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,123
Posted By paulr
Try this book : ...

Try this book :

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Selling-Property-Florida-Stephen-Parnell/dp/1419632906/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S?ie=UTF8&colid=27KVIM0IIS1PH&coliid=IFL4DYY0ZHZS5

There are quite a few villa...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 9 May 12, 03:12 PM
Replies: 563
Views: 118,967
Posted By paulr
We're going to be spending a full day at AMI...

We're going to be spending a full day at AMI (managing to drag the OH out of the shops for a day ! ) and was hoping to rent kayaks or canoes to explore round the island - will this be possible...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 May 12, 03:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,538
Posted By paulr
good to hear - so what are your other ones (its...

good to hear - so what are your other ones (its OK, I wont tell anyone else so they remain your secret ;) )
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 May 12, 02:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,538
Posted By paulr
As requested Jan. Not all are non-chain - and...

As requested Jan. Not all are non-chain - and the list needs whittling down - the list comes from several sources - the main one being the 2011 Orlando magazine dining awards (link posted earlier)
...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 May 12, 01:31 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,647
Posted By paulr
Nail head has been hit Some people...

Nail head has been hit



Some people lead and some follow. In the same way that expectations can be set with the gushing reviews. Im sure most of us have read reviews of places, restuarants,...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 May 12, 01:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,538
Posted By paulr
Thanks guys & gals. Our list of potential...

Thanks guys & gals.

Our list of potential places to eat is approx 30+ and needs whittling down at some point

Chipotle is Mexican and on our list - did well in the 2011 restaurant awards (link...
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