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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Apr 24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 336
Posted By wreckitralph15
Had mixed experiences every time. Last year was...

Had mixed experiences every time. Last year was very quick and straight forward. Other times it has been MAD BUSY & immigration has taken what feels like the same amount of time as the actual flight...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 3 Mar 24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,556
Posted By wreckitralph15
Can't wait for the trip report.

Can't wait for the trip report.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Jan 24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By wreckitralph15
Thanks all xx We only need one way as we are...

Thanks all xx We only need one way as we are flying back from US into Heathrow. Took the Gatwick option on the outward leg as the price was too good.

Do any of you know what Terminal the smaller...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Jan 24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By wreckitralph15
Heathrow to Gatwick transfer

Has anyone got any recommendations for this?

We're not catching a flight until the following day so have time to spare.

We fly into Heathrow from Manchester at 1.30pm & need to get to Gatwick...
Forum: General Trip Planning 6 Jan 24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 380
Posted By wreckitralph15
Thank you. This is really helpful.

Thank you. This is really helpful.
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Jan 24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 380
Posted By wreckitralph15
Finland

Looking for some info on a 4 day break next December.
Not looking for skiing but would like some snow fun.

Would prefer to go in between Christmas and New Year.

If anyone has done this we...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Oct 23, 10:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,726
Posted By wreckitralph15
I 100% agree with this. We are a family of 2...

I 100% agree with this. We are a family of 2 kids, husband & wife who both teach so, ALL holidays have to be taken in 'peak holiday' times. We don't have an endless pot of gold to pay for holidays...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Sep 23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,544
Posted By wreckitralph15
We've also taken the plunge and booked the Tampa...

We've also taken the plunge and booked the Tampa flights (booked last Saturday).
Our nearest airport is Manchester & have decided to opt for Gatwick to get the direct Tampa flights. Will do a few...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Sep 23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 569
Posted By wreckitralph15
Just booked premier inn xxx.

Just booked premier inn xxx.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Sep 23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 569
Posted By wreckitralph15
Gatwick Hotels South T

Just after a little advice.

Booked flights for next summer flying from Gatwick with BA.
I believe BA use South terminal? Any recommendations on hotels near South T.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Jul 23, 01:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 951
Posted By wreckitralph15
Used them lots of times. Always very helpful and...

Used them lots of times. Always very helpful and never had problems even with Covid. Booked hotels with them and car hire.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Jul 23, 07:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 682
Posted By wreckitralph15
Would also like to know how this went. Hoping to...

Would also like to know how this went. Hoping to use it in Aug this year.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Jun 23, 06:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 958
Posted By wreckitralph15
Thanks everyone. I'm sure we'll be on the road...

Thanks everyone. I'm sure we'll be on the road early. At the moment we are thinking 95.
Forum: Accommodation 15 Jun 23, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 895
Posted By wreckitralph15
Discounts on hotels US site?

Does anyone know if there are any room discounts if we use US site? Looking for a few nights in the summer.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 30 May 23, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 958
Posted By wreckitralph15
Turnpike or 27 from Miami

Hi All.
Just after your suggestions. We have flown into Miami before but this time we are travelling with friends who haven't. We are also flying in direct, through Atlanta.

We have decided to...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 16 May 23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 668
Posted By wreckitralph15
Thankyou xx I think I have a plan ;)

Thankyou xx
I think I have a plan ;)
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 16 May 23, 09:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 668
Posted By wreckitralph15
Undercover tourist

Hi all.
Has anyone used these lately? We are looking at a 3 day base with water and sports option.

Am I right in thinking you don't HAVE to use the "plus visit" on the same day as your park day?...
Forum: Accommodation 9 Apr 23, 10:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 208
Posted By wreckitralph15
Anna Maria to Keys

We are leaving Anna Maria and travelling back towards Miami for our flight home.

We have 3 nights before our flight home and the kids are desperate to visit the turtle hospital.

After some...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 9 Apr 23, 10:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,240
Posted By wreckitralph15
DFCH price drop

Booked with Andy back in Jan. Brilliant service & the 2nd time of booking with him.

Just having a little look as we are wanting to upgrade the car to something bigger & at the moment there is a...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 11 Jan 23, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 922
Posted By wreckitralph15
We will be staying 22, 23 & 24 Aug. Before this...

We will be staying 22, 23 & 24 Aug. Before this we are based on Anna Maria.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 6 Jan 23, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 922
Posted By wreckitralph15
This is advice we welcome. Thankyou. If you have...

This is advice we welcome. Thankyou. If you have any advice on where to have a pit stop or beach stop or roughly how long the drive will be, feel free to pass them on.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 6 Jan 23, 05:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 922
Posted By wreckitralph15
Sarasota to Key Largo

Any advice on this drive would be welcomed. Currently we are thinking of having a night in Naples then continuing onto the keys for 3 nights before heading back to Miami for flights home.

However...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 6 Jan 23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,255
Posted By wreckitralph15
We went in Aug. Due to the time of year we...

We went in Aug. Due to the time of year we thought it best go with a guide as we really wanted to see manatees & Aug isn't the best month to catch them.

We went with Capt Mike for a 10.00am tour...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Jan 23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,444
Posted By wreckitralph15
We booked yesterday. Flying from Manchester into...

We booked yesterday. Flying from Manchester into Atlanta & onto Miami. This was with Virgin & Delta.

We can only go summer holidays, so we fly out 9th Aug & return 26th Aug.

Booked car with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jan 23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,616
Posted By wreckitralph15
Thanks all. In the end we have gone with...

Thanks all.

In the end we have gone with "Dial a flight". We have used these lots of times and can never fault their service.

Car hire we ended up going with trusted Andy-DFCH.

Next job...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Jan 23, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,616
Posted By wreckitralph15
Do you know if you can book with deposit only?...

Do you know if you can book with deposit only? Seen car hire with them as well and that is working out cheaper than anyone else I've looked at.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Jan 23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,616
Posted By wreckitralph15
Net Flights

Anyone ever booked flights through these?
Left it very late to book something so now on a scramble. These are coming out cheapest but we have never booked with them before.
Any reviews would be...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Sep 22, 09:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,816
Posted By wreckitralph15
We did this for summer school summer holidays...

We did this for summer school summer holidays just gone. Saved a small fortune! We flew from Manchester to Gatwick, then Gatwick direct to Tampa.

Would highly recommend doing this. Tampa is a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Sep 22, 08:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,916
Posted By wreckitralph15
I've been looking, but, haven't booked anything...

I've been looking, but, haven't booked anything yet. All seem a little $$$$$$ at the moment. Virgin want ridiculous money, this is with trying various flight options and routes.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Aug 22, 05:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,916
Posted By wreckitralph15
When will flights be released? Our dates will...

When will flights be released?
Our dates will be end July to to end of Aug.
Am I a bit early?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Aug 22, 03:58 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,916
Posted By wreckitralph15
July/Aug 2023?

Has anyone booked this far in advance yet?
We are wondering if we should book as soon as we get back or wait.
At present we are in a villa but wondering if we should try on site for the first time.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Jul 22, 08:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,944
Posted By wreckitralph15
In manage my booking the Heathrow-Manchester leg...

In manage my booking the Heathrow-Manchester leg is still showing as going. Who knows what is going on? We are not due back until Aug 18th so maybe it's too early but on the other hand some people...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Jul 22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,944
Posted By wreckitralph15
How much notice have BA given when a flight is...

How much notice have BA given when a flight is cancelled? Also checking BA flight status everyday. We fly Thursday from Man into Gatwick. Noticed that on Thursday just gone, this flight was...
Forum: General Chat 8 Jul 22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,511
Posted By wreckitralph15
I'm not sure? Will see what the next few days...

I'm not sure? Will see what the next few days bring. Maybe someone on here will have a better idea than me but at the moment things aren't looking in great shape for summer holidays:mad:
Forum: General Chat 8 Jul 22, 05:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,511
Posted By wreckitralph15
Gatwick to Tampa Flight (today) or tomorrow?

Been watching all flights closely.
Has anyone been affected by today's delay from Gatwick to Tampa and possibly tomorrows?
Flight should have been departing at 12.20 now delayed until tomorrow at...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Jul 22, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
Posted By wreckitralph15
Thanks so much for this- brilliant advice. ...

Thanks so much for this- brilliant advice.

Yes, at the moment in "my booking" all flights are showing that they are going ahead. I feel that whist we are away (hopefully before we leave the UK)...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Jul 22, 09:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,269
Posted By wreckitralph15
BA flight says cancelled

Like many of us I have been keeping a close eye on flights especially because we have a few domestic connections.

At present the domestic connection to Gatwick from Manchester (on BA flight...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Jul 22, 08:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,290
Posted By wreckitralph15
I am taking full advantage of this. Over the...

I am taking full advantage of this. Over the weekend we have been and bought 4 cabin sized suitcases. In those suitcases I packed ALL the clothes we need for our 4 week trip.

The thought of having...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Jun 22, 09:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,419
Posted By wreckitralph15
Has this been cancelled even for pre existing...

Has this been cancelled even for pre existing bookings or just new bookings? We purchased ours back in March.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jun 22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 653
Posted By wreckitralph15
I completely agree! These times are completely...

I completely agree! These times are completely bonkers! If we make this holiday it will be an absolute miracle.

For me, a recovery certificate takes a little more pressure off what is turning...
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