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Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 15 Apr 24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 409
Posted By ChrisE
The Amare restaurant at the Swan reserve hotel...

The Amare restaurant at the Swan reserve hotel (Mediterranean menu) is excellent and a short walk to the Boardwalk.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Feb 24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,616
Posted By ChrisE
I always pack a multi tool. There’s always...

I always pack a multi tool. There’s always something that needs tightening or snipping in the villa, plus it has a corkscrew.
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Feb 24, 10:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By ChrisE
Definitely stay on the West Coast, Speightown or...

Definitely stay on the West Coast, Speightown or Holetown areas. I won’t recommend a hotel as not knowing the budget it would be hard to advise. I have always rented a car from the airport, which is...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Nov 23, 07:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,062
Posted By ChrisE
:) I went through that exact same toll in September...

I went through that exact same toll in September in an Avis car and it cost me $5.42 on my CC bill.
Forum: General Trip Planning 3 Nov 23, 10:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,474
Posted By ChrisE
Definitely have a look at the Willard Washington...

Definitely have a look at the Willard Washington. It’s a stone throw from the white house and is stooped in history. https://washington.intercontinental.com/history/

Martin Luther King wrote his...
Forum: General Trip Planning 2 Oct 23, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 768
Posted By ChrisE
The ‘Rocky’ steps are worth running up, if you...

The ‘Rocky’ steps are worth running up, if you like the film, plus if you want something completely different a visit to the Eastern state penitentiary is worth a visit to see Al Capone’s cell. They...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 18 Sep 23, 06:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,838
Posted By ChrisE
I was there a couple of weeks ago for breakfast...

I was there a couple of weeks ago for breakfast. Lovely food and the service seemed a lot better than last year. It’s had an internal refresh and looks good. Well worth a visit, particularly for...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Sep 23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 582
Posted By ChrisE
I generally book the last week in August and...

I generally book the last week in August and first two weeks in September, in fact just got back from some glorious weather. I think it’s fair to say that you would be more at risk of disruption from...
Forum: General Chat 18 Sep 23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 10,582
Posted By ChrisE
I’m going to be controversial here. If the Welsh...

I’m going to be controversial here. If the Welsh government were serious about cutting casualty rates they would look to reduce speeds on roads with the national speed limit. 60% of serious injuries...
Forum: General Trip Planning 18 Sep 23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,572
Posted By ChrisE
If you want a nice place for coffee try the small...

If you want a nice place for coffee try the small cafe next to the George Washington house at the garrison. It’s in the grounds of the house, but you don’t need to visit the house to access the cafe...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 11 Sep 23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 336
Posted By ChrisE
I have booked hire cars in Barbados several times...

I have booked hire cars in Barbados several times through Stoutes a local company. Their office is conveniently just outside the arrivals hall. You will need to obtain a Barbados driving...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 11 Sep 23, 12:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 825
Posted By ChrisE
You definitely won’t need a car in San Francisco,...

You definitely won’t need a car in San Francisco, parking is extortionate and save some money on the car hire. Public transport to the airport is good or book a transfer.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 May 23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,756
Posted By ChrisE
I booked with Avis in February for 18 days car...

I booked with Avis in February for 18 days car hire in August when prices were going up. Checked yesterday £512 cheaper so cancelled and re-booked.
Forum: Accommodation 1 Mar 23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,086
Posted By ChrisE
It’s not gated, but having stayed there loads of...

It’s not gated, but having stayed there loads of times it’s a very nice community, within walking distance of Publix.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Jan 23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,839
Posted By ChrisE
TJ Maxx, 10% discount for over 55.s on Mondays.

TJ Maxx, 10% discount for over 55.s on Mondays.
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Jan 23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,876
Posted By ChrisE
If you want some winter sun try Mauritius.

If you want some winter sun try Mauritius.
Forum: Polls 17 Jan 23, 09:02 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,011
Posted By ChrisE
I always fly with BA and collect points to...

I always fly with BA and collect points to discount future flights via their executive club. (free to join).
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 17 Jan 23, 08:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,092
Posted By ChrisE
There’s no way of predicting how long from...

There’s no way of predicting how long from landing to car collection. I’ve been through Orlando airport on many occasions and the time varies on each occasion depending on immigration queues and...
Forum: General Chat 26 Nov 22, 10:19 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,122
Posted By ChrisE
Reids Palace Madeira. Absolute luxury and first...

Reids Palace Madeira. Absolute luxury and first class service. Churchill wrote his memoirs there.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Oct 22, 09:58 AM
Replies: 981
Views: 172,152
Posted By ChrisE
Here’s my take on departure from terminal C on 25...

Here’s my take on departure from terminal C on 25 October. Dropped rental car off with Avis in terminal B. Monorail to terminal C, which didn’t take long. BA check in was empty so no wait at all...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Oct 22, 03:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 998
Posted By ChrisE
I’ve used Maple for years, predominately at...

I’ve used Maple for years, predominately at Gatwick but also Heathrow. I get 25% discount, the more times you book the more discount you get up to a maximum of 25%. The thing I like about them is if...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Oct 22, 02:00 PM
Replies: 981
Views: 172,152
Posted By ChrisE
Arrived yesterday. As you walk to the bag...

Arrived yesterday. As you walk to the bag collection you can see into terminal departures and the lounge doesn’t look anywhere near completion. You could see builders in there still fitting it out...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Aug 22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 294
Views: 39,282
Posted By ChrisE
Terminal C - Rental Cars Update 🚘 For our...

Terminal C - Rental Cars Update 🚘

For our travelers' convenience, onsite rental car companies currently available at Terminals A & B: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National,...
Forum: General Trip Planning 19 Aug 22, 09:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 882
Posted By ChrisE
Have a look at Banks mansion hotel...

Have a look at Banks mansion hotel. https://www.banksmansion.nl/en/always-the-best-deal
All drinks are included and breakfast is fantastic. They have an open bar and bring in cheese platters at 5pm...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 18 Jun 22, 10:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,925
Posted By ChrisE
Wagamama is quite good, but having flown from...

Wagamama is quite good, but having flown from Gatwick recently the queues for the restaurants are worst than the queues for check in and security. Same old story not enough staff to cope with demand.
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 12 Oct 21, 10:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,440
Posted By ChrisE
Try the Hilton hotel Olympia. A short cab ride...

Try the Hilton hotel Olympia. A short cab ride away from the RAH. Quite a lot of hotels close to the RAH are quite expensive. I stay at the Hilton a couple of times a year, good breakfast, rooms are...
Forum: General Chat 31 Aug 21, 08:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 889
Posted By ChrisE
Form V888 via DVLA, subject access request. ...

Form V888 via DVLA, subject access request.
www.gov.uk/request-information-from-dvla
Forum: General Chat 24 Jul 21, 07:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,164
Posted By ChrisE
Email the CEO, they will have a team of people...

Email the CEO, they will have a team of people dealing with complaints.

lutz.schueler@virginmedia.co.uk
Forum: Polls 28 Mar 21, 10:42 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 10,062
Posted By ChrisE
Headache within about 15 minutes. Fine after a...

Headache within about 15 minutes. Fine after a couple of paracetamol. Next day felt really tired, went back to bed for a couple of hours then felt ok.
Forum: Accommodation 10 Apr 20, 08:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,528
Posted By ChrisE
Highland reserve every time for me. It’s a nice...

Highland reserve every time for me. It’s a nice walk to Berry town centre and I always enjoy a walk around early in the morning as the golfers are starting to play golf.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Apr 20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,135
Posted By ChrisE
I would avoid as well. I usually go to Florida in...

I would avoid as well. I usually go to Florida in August/September but this year went late February into March. I found everywhere quite busy and even had to queue to get into restaurants. The only...
Forum: General Chat 16 Mar 20, 10:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,042
Posted By ChrisE
Handkerchiefs, followed by tee shirts and then...

Handkerchiefs, followed by tee shirts and then work shirts. Shorts and trousers are always last. I love ironing it’s very therapeutic, but there again I never have mountains to do as the Mrs won’t...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 14 Mar 20, 03:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,713
Posted By ChrisE
Bone fish grill is good if you like fish and...

Bone fish grill is good if you like fish and Carrabas for Italian. Never had a bad meal in either.
Forum: Accommodation 4 Mar 20, 02:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,752
Posted By ChrisE
Highland Reserve

You can walk to Berry town centre, couple of bars plus Applebee’s and IHOP. Chinese takeaway and pizza . We stay here on all our trips and it’s nice occasionally to leave the car and walk.
Forum: General Chat 20 Feb 20, 08:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,974
Posted By ChrisE
Volunteering is a great way to tackle depression...

Volunteering is a great way to tackle depression as you will focus on something that will give you some real satisfaction and something to look forward to during the week. I realise that this may...
Forum: General Chat 16 Feb 20, 11:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,571
Posted By ChrisE
There are loads of ice breaker team building...

There are loads of ice breaker team building games on line. One of my favourites is to draw up a list of 12 questions, give each person a copy and they will have to speak to everyone to get an...
Forum: Food, Wine, Cooking & Eating 4 Jan 20, 11:26 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,899
Posted By ChrisE
Without a doubt, Aztec bar closely followed by...

Without a doubt, Aztec bar closely followed by Frys five centers.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 4 Jan 20, 07:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,076
Posted By ChrisE
Definitely recommend Carrara’s. You can watch the...

Definitely recommend Carrara’s. You can watch the chef’s prepare your meal, bread and olive oil whilst you are waiting and Peroni on tap.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Nov 19, 10:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,172
Posted By ChrisE
I’m also a fan of Maple Manor meet and greet...

I’m also a fan of Maple Manor meet and greet. Drop off points adjacent to both terminals, north terminal drop off at Sofitel hotel car park and south terminal drop off at short stay car park and both...
Forum: Shopping in Florida 30 Oct 19, 04:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,129
Posted By ChrisE
Couldn’t find any at the big Disney store at...

Couldn’t find any at the big Disney store at Disney Springs in September.
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