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Forum: General Chat 8 Dec 23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,649
Posted By hipthehippo
A thank you, and a goodbye for now...

I had all good intentions of doing a trippie and as always it just never happened.

I did want to say a very huge thank you to everyone for all their help and advice. As always, it meant a lot and...
Forum: Hurricane Advice 29 Aug 23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 19,917
Posted By hipthehippo
Joining the roll call. We're in a villa in Sunset...

Joining the roll call. We're in a villa in Sunset Lakes, but not due to leave until next Tuesday out of TPA.

Hoping everyone manages to stay safe.

We have most of the basics but need to get...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 22 Aug 23, 05:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 872
Posted By hipthehippo
I second not going to EPCOT at the weekend. I was...

I second not going to EPCOT at the weekend. I was talking to a CM last week when we went on a Thursday. We stopped for photos in France as some of the group was off getting drinks/ice cream. She said...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Aug 23, 01:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,923
Posted By hipthehippo
Whoa, that is a very sobering message -...

Whoa, that is a very sobering message - definitely puts into perspective the amount we pay in premiums.

DD has developed an elevated heart rate that is currently undiagnosed and the GP doesn't...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Aug 23, 10:28 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,245
Posted By hipthehippo
Sorry she’s not well but hopefully she’ll be home...

Sorry she’s not well but hopefully she’ll be home soon. Also hope the balance issue is sorted quickly. I have chronic imbalance and it’s a pain in the proverbial. Apparently I have to relearn how to...
Forum: General Chat 7 Aug 23, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2,731
Views: 157,146
Posted By hipthehippo
Stressed

Stressed
Forum: Reports and Reviews for Dining and Restaurants 7 Aug 23, 07:08 AM
Replies: 620
Views: 68,359
Posted By hipthehippo
Wow, just wow! You are just having the most...

Wow, just wow! You are just having the most amazing time!
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 6 Aug 23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 460
Posted By hipthehippo
Question Spare ECV batteries through security

Was wondering whether anyone has had to do this and whether it was the same procedure as electronics or whether you can leave them in the bag.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Aug 23, 09:24 AM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 66,408
Posted By hipthehippo
Thank you so much - outgoing flight (BA2167)...

Thank you so much - outgoing flight (BA2167) definitely looked different both when I was booking seats through special assistance and when I've been checking to make sure our seats haven't been...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Aug 23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,448
Posted By hipthehippo
Not sure if these are still valid, but Warkman...

Not sure if these are still valid, but Warkman posted this: https://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=1236725
Forum: General Chat 4 Aug 23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 847
Posted By hipthehippo
So sorry for your loss. It is often the hardest...

So sorry for your loss. It is often the hardest but kindest decision and it is hard to take comfort in that she had a good life - she was loved and loved in return. Sending virtual hugs 🌈💕
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Aug 23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 1,314
Views: 66,408
Posted By hipthehippo
Hi If you have time, please could you check...

Hi

If you have time, please could you check these flights for me?

08/08/23
12:25
BA2167
LGW-TPA

05/09/23
Forum: Reports and Reviews for Dining and Restaurants 4 Aug 23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 28,933
Posted By hipthehippo
Just caught up with your report. Thanks for...

Just caught up with your report. Thanks for sharing all this fantastic information. I know you had a discount available to you, but it has helped me put our food spends into a bit better perspective...
Forum: Accommodation 3 Aug 23, 01:31 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 33,068
Posted By hipthehippo
Oh my gosh! I've just caught up with this thread...

Oh my gosh! I've just caught up with this thread. This is awful, but I do understand why you stuck it out in the hopes that things would be resolved properly. I really hope that you are able to find...
Forum: General Chat 3 Aug 23, 12:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 938
Posted By hipthehippo
🙄 🤣 Surely they must have had something similar?...

🙄 🤣 Surely they must have had something similar? it's not like we've stopped using bags for life 😂
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Aug 23, 11:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,989
Posted By hipthehippo
We have our party arriving and leaving in dribs...

We have our party arriving and leaving in dribs and drabs and the original launch date would have been perfect for all of us, but now most of them will have left and I'm not sure the rest of us will...
Forum: Reports and Reviews for Dining and Restaurants 3 Aug 23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 620
Views: 68,359
Posted By hipthehippo
Good to hear you had a good flight, even if you...

Good to hear you had a good flight, even if you were shattered by the time you got in.

Have a fabulous first day - that first walk down Main Street on your holiday, no matter how many times you've...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 2 Aug 23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 262
Posted By hipthehippo
How very strange! I guess the only option would...

How very strange! I guess the only option would be to email their customer services to find out. I didn't realise I could prebook and managed to book a scooter on arrival, which would have been, I...
Forum: Accommodation 2 Aug 23, 04:44 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 33,068
Posted By hipthehippo
TBF we've booked through VRBO more than any other...

TBF we've booked through VRBO more than any other company and only had one villa we had issues with. The MC weren't great and the owners were rather apathetic. If you are really worried, it's worth...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 2 Aug 23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,676
Posted By hipthehippo
Thank you - that's excellent news - I need some...

Thank you - that's excellent news - I need some things delivered on the first day but we'll be out buying food etc and I don't want them being stolen by a porch pirate!
Forum: Reports and Reviews for Dining and Restaurants 1 Aug 23, 11:59 PM
Replies: 620
Views: 68,359
Posted By hipthehippo
Safe travels tomorrow!

Safe travels tomorrow!
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 1 Aug 23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 569
Posted By hipthehippo
Not used for a wheelchair but have hired scooters...

Not used for a wheelchair but have hired scooters from Gold Mobility.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 31 Jul 23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,676
Posted By hipthehippo
Thank you. So - sorry - how would you find that...

Thank you. So - sorry - how would you find that out before you go?

Might just try to time it for villa delivery as it just sounds a bit stressful :erm:
Forum: Shopping in Florida 31 Jul 23, 04:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,676
Posted By hipthehippo
Hi Gryff Can I just check about the Amazon...

Hi Gryff

Can I just check about the Amazon locker at Denny's? When I look at the Amazon site it says that you just tap a button on the Amazon shopping app and the locker opens. Doesn't say...
Forum: Accommodation 31 Jul 23, 10:07 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 33,068
Posted By hipthehippo
Oh my gosh, what a rough time you're having with...

Oh my gosh, what a rough time you're having with your villa! Sunset Lakes is our community of choice and yes, I would agree with a PP that some of the villas are looking a bit dated and in need of...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 30 Jul 23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,739
Posted By hipthehippo
Thank you

Thank you
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Jul 23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,096
Posted By hipthehippo
What a fantastic holiday! Thank you for the...

What a fantastic holiday! Thank you for the excellent feedback. Hopefully we'll be able to use some of your tips in a couple of weeks.
Forum: General Chat 30 Jul 23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,393
Posted By hipthehippo
Oh, that's fantastic news! So pleased for your DD...

Oh, that's fantastic news! So pleased for your DD (and that you haven't had to go through as much stress as we did!)
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 30 Jul 23, 12:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,739
Posted By hipthehippo
Can you recommend a few? Not that I need to...

Can you recommend a few?

Not that I need to add any more places to my "would like to eat at" list but we're hoping to venture out a bit further after our "must do the parks" part of our group...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Jul 23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 273
Posted By hipthehippo
Thank you.

Thank you.
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 30 Jul 23, 11:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 808
Posted By hipthehippo
I can see that you've got a while yet before you...

I can see that you've got a while yet before you travel, so I would look at which companies allow you to avoid the in-airport desk and go straight to the garage. If I remember correctly both Avis...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 30 Jul 23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 265
Posted By hipthehippo
Gatwick Security - Priority or mobility?

DD is making me doubt my decision... I thought I'd treat our party of 4 to priority security because my memories of going through the mobility line the last time was not great. But, she is saying...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 30 Jul 23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 273
Posted By hipthehippo
Skycap costs

Hi

Can anyone tell me if Skycaps have a specific tariff - do you pay per piece of luggage or whether it's a "tip" situation?

We're thinking that we will probably need this on our way home out...
Forum: General Chat 30 Jul 23, 11:01 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,393
Posted By hipthehippo
I really, really hope they find and return the...

I really, really hope they find and return the teddy.

DD left her bear on a VA plane into MCO the last time we flew. She was gifted the bear when she was born and had it for 22 years. VA swore...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jul 23, 05:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,045
Posted By hipthehippo
Happy birthday! That's a fabulous balloon :D

Happy birthday!
That's a fabulous balloon :D
Forum: General Trip Planning 27 Jul 23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,878
Posted By hipthehippo
Re: Barclays - I've had this cover for around...

Re: Barclays - I've had this cover for around 18yrs as DD was initially covered under it for family insurance - it does very much depend on what conditions you're declaring.

I am talking about my...
Forum: General Chat 27 Jul 23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By hipthehippo
Yay! Hope you have an absolutely fabulous time...

Yay! Hope you have an absolutely fabulous time :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Jul 23, 06:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By hipthehippo
Yay! Thank you for posting.

Yay! Thank you for posting.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Jul 23, 08:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,584
Posted By hipthehippo
Yes, only what's in the card/account - there's no...

Yes, only what's in the card/account - there's no overdraft. You'll obviously be able to keep track of your money in the app and if you do change your mind about using your card for spending, you can...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 26 Jul 23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,265
Posted By hipthehippo
Following! Have a fantastic trip

Following! Have a fantastic trip
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