Notices

Page 1 of 4 1 23 Last »
Showing results 1 to 40 of 128
Search took 0.00 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: merlinsmum
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Aug 22, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,297
Posted By merlinsmum
Just as an update , we got a one line email this...

Just as an update , we got a one line email this afternoon saying she is cleared to fly. Thank goodness! I’m thinking they don’t really look at the forms until the 48 hour deadline has passed, which...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Aug 22, 11:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,297
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi, yes we’ve tried that number so many times but...

Hi, yes we’ve tried that number so many times but despite being advertised as special assistance service it goes through to a general call centre who say they have no way of contacting the relevant...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Aug 22, 02:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,297
Posted By merlinsmum
Medical clearance -

Hi, Im wondering if any dibbers can provide any advice…My daughter needs medical clearance to fly and she has had the relevant Aer Lingus form signed by her doctor. She has sent it to Aer Lingus by...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 Aug 22, 12:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,136
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi , an individual lightening lane for rise of...

Hi , an individual lightening lane for rise of resistance and then genie plus purchase for the rest of the rides at the park (or else they could just use traditional queue)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Aug 22, 01:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,945
Posted By merlinsmum
Just to say we are in a bit of a similar...

Just to say we are in a bit of a similar position. My (grown up) daughter broke her leg and needed surgery and we fly on 22nd Aug (3 weeks post surgery). We can’t rearrange easily and she still wants...
Forum: General Chat 20 Jul 22, 05:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,817
Posted By merlinsmum
I have a bluefin, great quality but on the heavy...

I have a bluefin, great quality but on the heavy side. We also have an aquaplanet ‘pace’ board and it’s fab - the pace is my daughters and she loves it but I personally feel more stable on my...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 18 Jul 22, 10:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,290
Posted By merlinsmum
We are doing the same cruise but on the 1st Sep...

We are doing the same cruise but on the 1st Sep. We are just going to have a potter around Nassau - maybe a self guided walking tour and an hour on the beach close to the ship. Danny Dalimore had a...
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Jul 22, 01:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,263
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi The Serena lodge (and Sarova lodge) we stayed...

Hi The Serena lodge (and Sarova lodge) we stayed at had the usual bathroom toiletries and offered laundry services at reasonable prices - we only had one night stays and so we didn’t use the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Jul 22, 11:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 927
Posted By merlinsmum
We were the opposite way around to you, indirect...

We were the opposite way around to you, indirect going and direct on return. We’ve also been moved onto the direct Man to Mco flight , it worked out well in the end . Hoping everyone else can...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Jul 22, 08:16 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,530
Posted By merlinsmum
Our BA MAN - LGW leg has been cancelled on on...

Our BA MAN - LGW leg has been cancelled on on the 22/8. Could potentially get a train but not ideal. Will phone netflights tomorrow for our options. Grateful that at least we have some time to sort...
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Jul 22, 02:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,263
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi, not sure where your hotel is but it is really...

Hi, not sure where your hotel is but it is really easy , safe and cheap to Uber around the Nairobi attractions in the Karen area (including the giraffe centre)in the day time. I would also recommend...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 7 Jul 22, 11:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,256
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi, you can’t book from the UK unless you use a...

Hi, you can’t book from the UK unless you use a VPN to access the US website. I used the free tunnel bear app to book for August and it worked fine.
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Jul 22, 09:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,263
Posted By merlinsmum
Bug spray - something with deet like jungle...

Bug spray - something with deet like jungle formula high protection.
Also, for maleria tablets we saved a lot of ££ using TravelPharm for generic malerone. If you have time in Nairobi do remember...
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Jul 22, 07:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,263
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi, back from a Kenya trip at Easter. We just...

Hi, back from a Kenya trip at Easter. We just wore cleaner fresher clothes at night , t shirts and trousers fine but in the nicer mid range lodges (serena type) you could equally have worn a nice top...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 19 Jun 22, 08:47 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,077
Posted By merlinsmum
Yes, also waiting for this to be announced. Keep...

Yes, also waiting for this to be announced. Keep checking back for news, hoping to book somewhere special for towards end of our Orlando stay as we will be dining on a budget at villa / QS in parks...
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 May 22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,608
Posted By merlinsmum
Marsa Alam Egypt for amazing snorkelling ,...

Marsa Alam Egypt for amazing snorkelling , turtles and a dudong. Also, you can swim with wild dolphins at dolphin house . I can recommend the Hilton at Abu Dabab for off the beach snorkelling ,...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 May 22, 01:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,778
Posted By merlinsmum
We are 45 mins from MAN in Wrexham and flew from...

We are 45 mins from MAN in Wrexham and flew from Heathrow last month as we couldn’t get a direct flight to our destination from MAN. It was easier than we thought, set off after teatime to avoid...
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Feb 22, 09:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,505
Posted By merlinsmum
I know you say England but have you thought about...

I know you say England but have you thought about Llandudno? Lots of hotels with entertainment and forever popular with my mother in law and her pals. Just be careful to chose a hotel with good...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Jan 22, 09:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,965
Posted By merlinsmum
We took MIL and her sister pre covid in August...

We took MIL and her sister pre covid in August. Both early 70s and both with minor mobility issues. MILs sister was happy to rent a wheelchair to use as and when needed however MIL was very...
Forum: Social Groups 25 Jan 22, 10:22 PM
Replies: 787
Views: 20,497
Posted By merlinsmum
Also joining the Aug club having cancelled a trip...

Also joining the Aug club having cancelled a trip in 2021 …4 of us (myself , DH, uni student DD and 76 year old MIL…)

22 Aug indirect from MAN to MCO via LGW direct flight home from MCO to MAN 5...
Forum: General Trip Planning 14 Jan 22, 09:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi we’ve been with Porini camps and they were...

Hi we’ve been with Porini camps and they were amazing, an absolute holiday of a lifetime. This year we are after a more budget friendly trip via road as opposed to fly in and so have booked with...
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Jan 22, 10:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,631
Posted By merlinsmum
I’ve also stayed for a couple of nights as part...

I’ve also stayed for a couple of nights as part of a stop over en route with emirates. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t enjoy some aspects such as the restaurants and the burj etc but the overall vibe...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Jan 22, 09:13 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,835
Posted By merlinsmum
I’ve ended up booking a slightly odd combo with...

I’ve ended up booking a slightly odd combo with B.A for August. It’s Manchester to Gatwick with 6 hour (! ) layover in Gatwick before flying to MCO. The return is direct from MCO to Man (code share...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Dec 21, 07:24 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 119,926
Posted By merlinsmum
I’m also saddened reading this thread. Even with...

I’m also saddened reading this thread. Even with the best planning in the world, a positive test abroad would make most people anxious and worried. Many people won’t have experience of claiming off...
Forum: General Trip Planning 10 Aug 21, 08:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,244
Posted By merlinsmum
Thanks for all the info and tips, it’s really ...

Thanks for all the info and tips, it’s really helpful and reassuring. We fly in 13 days and I’m just starting to get organised - I will make sure everything is printed out. Have a fabulous holiday ...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Jul 21, 01:47 PM
Replies: 7,296
Views: 855,786
Posted By merlinsmum
We have received our official cancellation from...

We have received our official cancellation from booking agent today (20th Aug codeshare KLM / Virgin flights). We will try and go next year, and on the upside we will get to ride Ratatouille which...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Jun 21, 03:19 PM
Replies: 7,296
Views: 855,786
Posted By merlinsmum
Our return flight from MCO to MAN on Sep 3rd has...

Our return flight from MCO to MAN on Sep 3rd has also changed from 2-4-2 to 3-3-3. We are a party of 6 so it doesn’t really matter to us so long as we have seats together.

Feeling a bit in...
Forum: General Chat 26 Jun 21, 10:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,581
Posted By merlinsmum
You will be fine, We took my dad for a go and he...

You will be fine, We took my dad for a go and he is 70! He found it hard to stand so just sat on the board and paddled and had a great time. It took me quite a few goes on the board to feel stable...
Forum: General Chat 20 Jun 21, 09:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,797
Posted By merlinsmum
I had to do one of these a while ago. They gave...

I had to do one of these a while ago. They gave me a little time to do a short PowerPoint and so perhaps make sure you can create a few basic slides using PowerPoint. On the topic, for me it was...
Forum: General Chat 10 Jun 21, 06:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,454
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi there , I have twins and one went to uni and...

Hi there , I have twins and one went to uni and one didn’t. DD in uni now needs to do a masters to qualify (MSc fees paid by Welsh Gov for health related course). DS didn’t go to uni. He did A-levels...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 Jun 21, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,004
Posted By merlinsmum
I like the moisture wicking lightweight sports t...

I like the moisture wicking lightweight sports t shirts, they cover my shoulders to save burning and I can wear them with shorts, cotton skirts , over knee linens etc. I can’t get away with short...
Forum: General Chat 1 Jun 21, 07:01 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,943
Posted By merlinsmum
My daughter was supposed to go to Liverpool Uni...

My daughter was supposed to go to Liverpool Uni but ended up at her insurance choice. She was gutted as she loved the course, university, accommodation and city itself. We are biased as we love...
Forum: General Chat 12 May 21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 361
Posted By merlinsmum
I will be able to join you officially tomorrow

I will be able to join you officially tomorrow
Forum: General Chat 8 Apr 21, 10:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,614
Posted By merlinsmum
A few ideas of what I’ve sent my parents over...

A few ideas of what I’ve sent my parents over various lockdowns are Sewing / knitting / crochet project, books or magazines , airfix type model making set, baking box subscription, book of local...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Jan 21, 10:11 PM
Replies: 657
Views: 86,612
Posted By merlinsmum
I needed this thread too. Trying to stay positive...

I needed this thread too. Trying to stay positive for 20 August , 7 nights Coronado Springs and 7 nights Dibb villa. It’s a special trip for us this year planned around big birthdays and end of uni...
Forum: General Chat 20 Jan 21, 11:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,433
Posted By merlinsmum
Our old boy was Merlin , he was fabulous. We were...

Our old boy was Merlin , he was fabulous. We were lost without him and
So now have a Leia. What a cute puppy by the way :)
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Jan 21, 08:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,058
Posted By merlinsmum
We loved Yllas, it was magical. Can’t compare to...

We loved Yllas, it was magical. Can’t compare to other places as we’ve only been there in Lapland. Would love to go back
Forum: General Trip Planning 10 Jan 21, 12:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,198
Posted By merlinsmum
Sirmione was very beautiful, we did quite a few...

Sirmione was very beautiful, we did quite a few day trips using the bus and ferry and everywhere was lovely. The apartments we stayed in were called Villaggio Esmera. They were a good 20 min + walk...
Forum: General Trip Planning 9 Jan 21, 08:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,198
Posted By merlinsmum
Hi we stayed in Desenzano Del Garda. It has rail...

Hi we stayed in Desenzano Del Garda. It has rail and bus services. It’s a lovely little town with a busy centre (shops / cafes / bars / live music / tourist train) and we found it an good spot for...
Forum: General Chat 6 Dec 20, 09:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,425
Posted By merlinsmum
Children get the option of other European...

Children get the option of other European language in secondary schools and I agree with you that they should get that opportunity earlier in their education. But I disagree which you when it comes...
Showing results 1 to 40 of 128
Page 1 of 4 1 23 Last »

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT +1. The time now is 11:32 PM.

Contact Us - theDIBB Blog - Top

Powered by vBulletin - Copyright © 2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
DIBB Savings
AttractionTickets.com

Get £10 off each Disney Ticket with the code ATDIBB10

Get up to £50 off per room at Disney or Universal with the code DIBBHOTELS


theDIBB Blog
1900 Park Fare re-opens with a refreshed look & character dining
The iconic 1900 Park Fare restaurant is opening its doors once again at Disney’s Grand... Read More »
Universal Orlando Reveal More Details for Universal Epic Universe
One of the the five worlds found in Epic Universe, How to Train Your Dragon... Read More »
New Nighttime Show Coming to Disney Springs This Summer
Disney announced that a new nighttime show, “Disney Dreams That Soar,” will run nightly at... Read More »


theDIBB Menu
DIBB Guidebook DIBB Guidebook
DIBB Information DIBB Information
DIBB Advertisers DIBB Advertisers
Premium Membership Premium Membership
Holiday Planner Vacation Planner
Park & Resort Maps Park & Resort Maps
Florida Park Hours Florida Park Hours
Live Theme Park Wait Times Wait Times - Live
Wait Times History Wait Times - History
Entertainment Times Entertainment Times
Refurbishments Refurbs & Closures
Busy Day Guide Busy Day Guide
US Public Holidays US Public Holidays
Theme Park Timeline Theme Park Timeline
ADR Calculator ADR Calculator
DVC Points Calculator DVC Calculator
DVC Points Chart DVC Points Chart
Restaurant Reviews Restaurant Reviews
Hotel Reviews Hotel Reviews
Florida Villa Rentals Florida Villa Rentals
Villa Map Villa Location Map
California Park Hours California Park Hours
Forum Spy Forum Spy
Countdowns Forum Countdowns
Abbreviations Abbreviations
'New Posts' Options 'New Posts' Options
Unanswered Threads Unanswered Threads


Exchange Rates
US Dollar Rates
ASDA  $1.2137
CaxtonFX  $1.2115
Covent Garden FX  $1.2228
FAIRFX  $1.2186
John Lewis  $1.2192
M&S  $1.1987
Post Office  $1.1967
Sainsburys  $1.2138
TESCO  $1.2140
Travelex  $1.2156
Updated: 23:30 16/04/2024
Euro Rates
ASDA  €1.1439
CaxtonFX  €1.1413
Covent Garden FX  €1.1529
FAIRFX  €1.1464
John Lewis  €1.1490
M&S  €1.1296
Post Office  €1.1281
Sainsburys  €1.1446
TESCO  €1.1443
Travelex  €1.1461
Updated: 23:30 16/04/2024

DIBB Premium Membership
Did you know you can help support theDIBB with Premium Membership?

Check out this link for more information and benefits, such as...

"No adverts on theDIBB Forums"

Upgrade Now


X