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Forum: Beyond the Parks 7 Apr 24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 593
Posted By debsym62
Yes it is a lovely area with a quaint main...

Yes it is a lovely area with a quaint main street. Lots of coffee shops and bars. Plenty to see, we like to drive down to the edge of Lake Apopka to the park for a walk. Often birds and alligators...
Forum: General Chat 6 Apr 24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,109
Posted By debsym62
Thanks everyone, in my heart of hearts I know it...

Thanks everyone, in my heart of hearts I know it is the best option moving now while we are both here is much better then just one of us doing it. I just have to look for the positives instead of...
Forum: General Chat 6 Apr 24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,109
Posted By debsym62
Downsizing

Have any of you downsized and regretted it? Our house is on the market and I keep having misgivings but my OH is 20 years older and I am 62 so it does seem the wise think to do but there is so much I...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Mar 24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,694
Posted By debsym62
Don't forget to cost in parking, at Disney you...

Don't forget to cost in parking, at Disney you pay once per day so keep the receipt if you want to park hop. It was $30 each day last year. If you allow for it in your budget it is not such a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Mar 24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,275
Posted By debsym62
Sounds like it turned out quite well in the end...

Sounds like it turned out quite well in the end. I would be interested in your views on the resort we are staying at the Marriott Grande Vista in September, do you have any feelings on which...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 11 Mar 24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 937
Posted By debsym62
If you want a quaint place then New Smyrna Beach...

If you want a quaint place then New Smyrna Beach near Flagler Avenue is a good spot that is on the East Coast, if you would prefer to be able to sit and enjoy the sunset then gulf side such as...
Forum: Accommodation 10 Mar 24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 558
Posted By debsym62
We are booked in to Marriott Grande Vista this...

We are booked in to Marriott Grande Vista this September its our first time but they do have 3 bed options. It looks good but I can't really say more until we have been. There is also Vista Cay which...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 8 Mar 24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,052
Posted By debsym62
That is good news it was a bit of a trek from C...

That is good news it was a bit of a trek from C to A last year.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 27 Feb 24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 622
Posted By debsym62
I have Wetlands down on my list for my next...

I have Wetlands down on my list for my next visit, it looks good . I follow the page on Facebook and there are loads of great pictures. I love the glass bottom boats at Silver Springs but also the...
Forum: Accommodation 27 Feb 24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 748
Posted By debsym62
Sonder Cirrus is a budget hotel in the area you...

Sonder Cirrus is a budget hotel in the area you want, Disney in detail stayed there if you want to have a look.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Feb 24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,011
Posted By debsym62
Parking

We use this car park Esther Street Beachfront Park (sorry not sure how to link) last time it was $20 for the day there is a ramp down to the beach and washrooms. It is also handy for an avenue with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Feb 24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,011
Posted By debsym62
I agree it is a good drive to Cocoa beach. Find...

I agree it is a good drive to Cocoa beach. Find parking places on Google maps before you go as it can feel confusing when you arrive. I tend to prefer New Smyrna Beach as you can get the full park on...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Feb 24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By debsym62
We have done a good few Novembers and they have...

We have done a good few Novembers and they have been a totally mixed bag cold and wet for the first week Nov 23 but in past years it has been mostly dry but with a wide range of temperatures. We...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Feb 24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,657
Posted By debsym62
I think if the weather is going to be cold it is...

I think if the weather is going to be cold it is not so much fun. We went in November last year and it was cold and wet so disappointing. I would rather need to step inside for air con than walk...
Forum: Accommodation 17 Feb 24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By debsym62
1 night stay in Disney

Can you tell me if you have a one night stay in Disney can you use the pool before you get your room key or do you have to wait until you have been given your room?
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 16 Feb 24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,147
Posted By debsym62
I enjoy the Raddison as well but this time we are...

I enjoy the Raddison as well but this time we are going from Gatwick so back to Premier Inn for us. Thanks for writing this.
Forum: Accommodation 16 Feb 24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 526
Posted By debsym62
Thanks everyone, really looking forward to...

Thanks everyone, really looking forward to staying there.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 15 Feb 24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 588
Posted By debsym62
I would go from Disney Springs to Riviera on the...

I would go from Disney Springs to Riviera on the bus and maybe breakfast then skyliner to Epcot, friendship boat to Boardwalk, walk to beach club. Bus to maybe Magic Kingdom, boat to wilderness Lodge...
Forum: Accommodation 13 Feb 24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 526
Posted By debsym62
Thank you, we do have a car so I am really...

Thank you, we do have a car so I am really looking forward to it as we often stay down the other end of the 192 so much further away.
Forum: Accommodation 11 Feb 24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By debsym62
We have booked Marriott Grande vista they have...

We have booked Marriott Grande vista they have fridge and most importantly a sofa to sit on and a balcony. I am excited now I have booked it not been before.
Forum: Accommodation 11 Feb 24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 526
Posted By debsym62
Marriott Grande Vista

Has anyone stayed here and if so do you have any room recommendations to ask for. We have booked it for September this year seems like a great location for us. Not stayed around this area but have...
Forum: General Chat 2 Feb 24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,222
Posted By debsym62
Very sad indeed, he came over as such a lovely...

Very sad indeed, he came over as such a lovely guy. Like many of you I followed him on IG and he had looked really good not too long ago and it felt like there was a glimmer of hope but sadly not to...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Jan 24, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 783
Posted By debsym62
We like to go to Kissimmee Lakefront Park, we...

We like to go to Kissimmee Lakefront Park, we often take a picnic and eat that there as there are numerous tables to use. It is lively for a walk along the lakefront with lots of birds and often an...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 15 Jan 24, 10:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 633
Posted By debsym62
School bread

Can you get School bread anywhere other than Epcot but while at Disney? We got some there in November and loved it but next time won't have tickets to get to Epcot so I wondered if any where else...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Jan 24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 463
Posted By debsym62
Good for you have a great time, I hope to take...

Good for you have a great time, I hope to take the plunge soon.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Dec 23, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,703
Posted By debsym62
Me too £100 each dearer today. I will wait for a...

Me too £100 each dearer today. I will wait for a while.
Forum: Accommodation 13 Dec 23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,268
Posted By debsym62
Not quite a hotel with breakfast but my favourite...

Not quite a hotel with breakfast but my favourite place is the Blue Heron Beach resort. Nice and handy as it is near Lake Buena Vista. A one room apartment has a bedroom and then bunk beds in the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Dec 23, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 950
Posted By debsym62
We use the train and have stayed at the Premier...

We use the train and have stayed at the Premier Inn T4 3 times and it has been good. Twice we were flying from T4 but last year flew from T2/3 (can't remember which) in the morning we hot the free...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Dec 23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,388
Posted By debsym62
I really enjoy going for a mooch, Kilwins has got...

I really enjoy going for a mooch, Kilwins has got my top spot for ice cream but they don't open until 12.00. Some nice bakeries and a couple of shops selling gifts and ornaments. Not huge amounts of...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Dec 23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,615
Posted By debsym62
We flew with AL in November, problem with the...

We flew with AL in November, problem with the door the with the air-conditioning causing us to be 3 hours late but I did hear a crew member say they had volunteered to stay with the plane and we had...
Forum: Accommodation 2 Dec 23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 802
Posted By debsym62
Resort fee Disney

Do you know if Disney guests pay a resort fee? Also if you are an onsite guest with a car do you get free parking at the parks and hotel. Trying to decide on what option for our potential final visit...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 29 Nov 23, 04:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,919
Posted By debsym62
They charged us 79 dollars for fuel.

They charged us 79 dollars for fuel.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Nov 23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,676
Posted By debsym62
Good thing about Disney is that in January they...

Good thing about Disney is that in January they are doing away with the reservations so you will be able to pick and choose what day you do what. We have just come back from 2 weeks and had planned...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 29 Nov 23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,919
Posted By debsym62
Yes this the exact thing we thought. I will say...

Yes this the exact thing we thought. I will say it is totally our own fault for looking at the paperwork but not seeing it. I know we would have topped up in any case so it is not the money really...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Nov 23, 09:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,919
Posted By debsym62
I have edited the title and wording to reflect...

I have edited the title and wording to reflect your advice, thank you.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Nov 23, 09:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,919
Posted By debsym62
The problem is she told us to return it empty and...

The problem is she told us to return it empty and we did sign the paperwork after we specifically questioned her about the charges and she made out it was already included in what we had paid. Yes it...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Nov 23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,919
Posted By debsym62
Beware when booking car hire.

Not sure if I have seen this on here but beware when booking your car. We got the car from Budget and now we are home thet added an uncharged for fuel which we didn't realise we had signed for. In...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Nov 23, 02:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,969
Posted By debsym62
We are here at the moment as well, the first week...

We are here at the moment as well, the first week was really not nice and my sisters first time. We planned to get all our Disney done in the first week but I did book reservations for this week as...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Nov 23, 04:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,380
Posted By debsym62
I was amazed to read the allowance I would never...

I was amazed to read the allowance I would never had thought it was that much.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Nov 23, 04:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By debsym62
Ahh thanks I thought this would be the case.

Ahh thanks I thought this would be the case.
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