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Forum: General Chat 13 Feb 24, 01:55 AM
Replies: 33
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Posted By scottish mama
Thanks for that, will check it out 🙂

Thanks for that, will check it out 🙂
Forum: General Chat 13 Feb 24, 01:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,529
Posted By scottish mama
Would this be worth my daughter getting as she’s...

Would this be worth my daughter getting as she’s studying in US and will be home at least twice a year for next 3 years?
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 2 Feb 24, 02:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,321
Posted By scottish mama
Just to add we took my blue badge on our last 2...

Just to add we took my blue badge on our last 2 road trips and have never had any bother in multiple states either. I hung it from the rear view mirror so that both the badge and the disabled sign...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jan 24, 03:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,324
Posted By scottish mama
My daughter is currently in Mississippi on a...

My daughter is currently in Mississippi on a soccer scholarship.
1. She went out with a Post Office card that had lots of ££ that had been gifted to her from our local football club. We left her...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jan 24, 03:14 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,695
Posted By scottish mama
We’re 25 years this summer. Had a country house...

We’re 25 years this summer. Had a country house hotel wedding booked, then changed plans due to interference ;) and decided on Orlando so that any guests would have plenty options for holidaying. Got...
Forum: General Chat 28 Jan 24, 02:36 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 10,006
Posted By scottish mama
Not had battered sausage since I was wee, and...

Not had battered sausage since I was wee, and love battered haggis, my go to chippy meal when back home over the border. But I’ve never had a savaloy- what the hell is that hybrid creation?
Forum: General Trip Planning 28 Jan 24, 02:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,673
Posted By scottish mama
We stayed Midtown and am sure we took a ferry...

We stayed Midtown and am sure we took a ferry from Pier 79 not far from the Intrepid down the Hudson to Battery Park City, for the same cost as the subway. Walked down by the river to Battery Park to...
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Jan 24, 03:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,639
Posted By scottish mama
I was going to suggest the cable car to Roosevelt...

I was going to suggest the cable car to Roosevelt Island too. Also walking The Highline, ferry to SoL, Dumbo and walking back across Brooklyn Bridge to Manhattan then to the Wall St Bull. Think we...
Forum: General Trip Planning 7 Jan 24, 02:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,490
Posted By scottish mama
We went in 2022. Stayed at Tru hotel and also a...

We went in 2022. Stayed at Tru hotel and also a cabin actually in PF not far to walk to the trolley stop for Dollywood.( Have stayed in a cabin in the woods a few years back). We loved it, midweek is...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Jan 24, 01:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 908
Posted By scottish mama
We used packing cubes when we did our multi...

We used packing cubes when we did our multi centre trip with hand luggage and found them really handy for separating clothes per venue, as well as undies/ socks etc. Thankfully got DH converted from...
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Sep 23, 03:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,798
Posted By scottish mama
We’ve gone from Orlando to St Augustine and...

We’ve gone from Orlando to St Augustine and Savannah, and another trip Orlando- Asheville-Smokies- Nashville- gulf coast- Orlando and this could quite easily be combined with Charleston and Atlanta...
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Sep 23, 03:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 459
Posted By scottish mama
We went to Little Rock this summer, which we...

We went to Little Rock this summer, which we really enjoyed. Stayed in a great Airbnb in Pettaway Square near SoMa (South Main St) area which has Roots cafe. Amongst other things, we visited the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Aug 23, 05:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,283
Posted By scottish mama
What a great start! Enjoy the rest of your...

What a great start! Enjoy the rest of your holiday.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Aug 23, 05:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 785
Posted By scottish mama
We’re just about to come home from Deep South...

We’re just about to come home from Deep South road trip where we flew in to and out of New Orleans (albeit indirectly), had 3 days then then moved on. As well as various other places we’ve stopped in...
Forum: General Chat 17 Aug 23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,040
Posted By scottish mama
I did 4 weeks on hand luggage only, and this year...

I did 4 weeks on hand luggage only, and this year thought I’d packed light but have brought so much stuff I haven’t even opened some packing cubes! Hand luggage only for me next year, although I do...
Forum: General Chat 17 Aug 23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,382
Posted By scottish mama
Good luck everyone. We’re in US at moment, DD...

Good luck everyone.
We’re in US at moment, DD is 60 miles down the road starting a soccer scholarship and is going to FT us at 2am with her results which she’s getting by email. I can’t sleep! Then...
Forum: General Chat 29 Jun 23, 11:09 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 12,642
Posted By scottish mama
Hope you’re doing ok Tinkerbell 💖

Hope you’re doing ok Tinkerbell 💖
Forum: General Trip Planning 29 Jun 23, 10:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 806
Posted By scottish mama
Agree with Gryff. We’ve been twice and absolutely...

Agree with Gryff. We’ve been twice and absolutely loved it both times. Definitely do Cades Cove, and Clingmans Dome too. Also try the moonshine tasting, and we also did horse riding at Sugarlands...
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 22 Jun 23, 12:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 964
Posted By scottish mama
Yes you can. I’d also recommend folding stick as...

Yes you can. I’d also recommend folding stick as it’s just easier when travelling or on rides etc.
they do put it through security but give you a loan of one.
Forum: Additional Support Needs & DAS 22 Jun 23, 12:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,264
Posted By scottish mama
I’d echo everything Gryff says. I’ve been...

I’d echo everything Gryff says.
I’ve been every year since 2006 with ME and fibromyalgia, and also feel better over there. Never sure if it’s the heat, the villas like a bungalow so no stairs,...
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Jun 23, 12:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,947
Posted By scottish mama
We’ve been twice. First time in 2017 we had a log...

We’ve been twice. First time in 2017 we had a log cabin between PF and Gatlinburg with a hot tub, which was great. Had no view but due to cost we had to compromise on apartment up a mountain with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Jun 23, 07:37 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,435
Posted By scottish mama
After a real struggle to find information about...

After a real struggle to find information about this last year with emails and calls to the tax office in Florida, I just used my blue badge.
We used it in Florida, N/S Carolina, Tennessee and...
Forum: General Chat 24 May 23, 11:55 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,474
Posted By scottish mama
Thanks for the update. Hope you enjoy your family...

Thanks for the update. Hope you enjoy your family time when they visit x
Forum: General Trip Reports 24 May 23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,734
Posted By scottish mama
Have loved reading your report, thanks for...

Have loved reading your report, thanks for sharing your lovely relaxing holiday.
Forum: General Chat 26 Apr 23, 12:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,270
Posted By scottish mama
Glad to hear your scan was clear, and hopefully...

Glad to hear your scan was clear, and hopefully you’ll feel better soon. It’s really difficult to take time off when you’re working in school, especially at this time of year, but maybe try and get...
Forum: General Chat 23 Apr 23, 11:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,270
Posted By scottish mama
Never heard of thunderclap headaches, glad you’re...

Never heard of thunderclap headaches, glad you’re getting sorted out. I was going to suggest migraines as I’ve had almost the same symptoms except with a small patch of vision that goes like a...
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Apr 23, 01:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,443
Posted By scottish mama
USA Deep South road trip Updated

So having read some great ideas from various Dibbers (thank you!) we’ve finally decided on our itinerary :grin:

Fly into New Orleans and spend 3 days there
Drive up to Jackson to drop daughter...
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Apr 23, 01:34 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 283
Posted By scottish mama
6 hour layovers

We’ve got 2 long connections with our flights this summer, both about 6 hours.
Outbound is in Chicago , inbound is Washington Dulles. Anyone had experience of either of these airports?
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Apr 23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 218
Posted By scottish mama
6 hr layovers -what to do?

We’ve got 2 long flight layovers on our Deep South road trip this summer, 6 hours in Chicago ORD on our way out and 6hrs 30m in Washington Dulles on way back home.

Anyone know if there’s much to...
Forum: General Trip Reports 14 Apr 23, 01:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,167
Posted By scottish mama
I’ve so enjoyed reading about your trip to...

I’ve so enjoyed reading about your trip to Western Australia, Bev. It looked like you had a great time with your brother. Hope you have a safe journey home, and good luck with your new job.
Ps we...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 11 Apr 23, 11:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,418
Posted By scottish mama
Ooh how exciting! Love your plans and look...

Ooh how exciting! Love your plans and look forward to reading you trip report.
We’ve been to the Smokies twice and loved it both time. In Gatlinburg there’s the new Skylift Park which has a ski lift...
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 4 Apr 23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,531
Posted By scottish mama
We went on the Smokey Mountain Alpine coaster...

We went on the Smokey Mountain Alpine coaster just off Wears Valley Rd in Pigeon Forge, and I’d also thoroughly recommend the Skylift Park and the Hillbilly golf in Gatlinburg, and Wahoo Ziplines. ...
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 3 Apr 23, 11:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,126
Posted By scottish mama
There’s also a lovely beach not far from Berwick...

There’s also a lovely beach not far from Berwick called Cocklawburn, which is good for a beach visit without going too far.
I think the rhododendrons are out in June at the Hirsel, but with way the...
Forum: General Trip Planning 3 Apr 23, 11:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 521
Posted By scottish mama
We’ve done lots of connecting flights through...

We’ve done lots of connecting flights through Heathrow and as others say baggage gets booked straight through. You need to get the shuttle bus to change terminals but it’s all clearly signed.
We...
Forum: General Chat 2 Apr 23, 11:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,963
Posted By scottish mama
The petrol cap of my mum’s old mini, after...

The petrol cap of my mum’s old mini, after filling up at the local garage when I was 17. Couldn’t understand why I ran out of petrol so quickly until I went back to same garage in the village to find...
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 28 Mar 23, 10:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,126
Posted By scottish mama
Lots of good suggestions there. Though Cragside...

Lots of good suggestions there. Though Cragside is lovely and would put you on the A697, which is the main road Branxton is off.

When in Branxton you could go to the small Flodden memorial or...
Forum: General Chat 21 Mar 23, 12:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,123
Posted By scottish mama
Wow! Congratulations, this is so fantastic and...

Wow! Congratulations, this is so fantastic and brilliant that you’re Dibbers. Enjoy and good luck.
Forum: General Trip Planning 14 Mar 23, 09:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 940
Posted By scottish mama
We’ve been twice to the Smokies, but as we were...

We’ve been twice to the Smokies, but as we were going for a month (though only a week in Smokies) we flew into Orlando and drove up via Augusta and Asheville, then back down to Rotonda on the Gulf...
Forum: General Chat 9 Mar 23, 02:05 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,925
Posted By scottish mama
I was diagnosed with gallstones a few years ago...

I was diagnosed with gallstones a few years ago after having an attack that had me clinging to the doorframe and feeling like I was being cut in half by a machete right under my ribs for about 4...
Forum: General Trip Reports 7 Mar 23, 04:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,333
Posted By scottish mama
Have thoroughly enjoyed reading your fantastic...

Have thoroughly enjoyed reading your fantastic trip report of your amazing trip. Stunning pictures as well. Thank you for taking the time.m
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