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Forum: Accommodation 1 Apr 24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 556
Posted By geomac79
Last trip we booked Virgin Holidays at Vista Cay...

Last trip we booked Virgin Holidays at Vista Cay. The condo was terrible and we didn’t find out the address until we checked in at Vista Cay reception. First time ever booking blind and wouldn’t do...
Forum: Tickets 21 Feb 24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,470
Posted By geomac79
That’s a bold statement to make 😀

That’s a bold statement to make 😀
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 Jan 24, 12:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,627
Posted By geomac79
I always book flights first, there is so much...

I always book flights first, there is so much choice that if your first choice Villa is not available there is plenty more fish in the sea :)
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 Jul 22, 02:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 601
Posted By geomac79
Sorry should have been more clear, we are in...

Sorry should have been more clear, we are in Orlando just now until Monday
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 Jul 22, 10:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 601
Posted By geomac79
Kennedy Space Center

We are out in Orlando and the kids have decided they want to do Kennedy Space Center.

Anyone got any suggestions for getting cheap tickets?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jun 22, 05:56 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,870
Posted By geomac79
This is our 6th time going and we have only ever...

This is our 6th time going and we have only ever been to Magic Kingdom on our first trip. The kids just didn't get Disney but love Universal, Seaworld etc
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Jun 22, 04:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,775
Posted By geomac79
https://www.boingo.com/for-travel/ its...

https://www.boingo.com/for-travel/

its $14.99 a month for a plan, I'm not sure if you can sign up then cancel after your holiday is over. If so its cheaper than paying for it on the planes.

I...
Forum: Tickets 12 Jun 22, 05:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,732
Posted By geomac79
just be careful with Blockout dates if you go...

just be careful with Blockout dates if you go ahead and upgrade.

Universal Studios Florida Blockout Dates

Power Annual Pass:
January 1 – 3, 2022
March 12 – March 19, 2022 (Access after 5pm...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Jun 22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,155
Posted By geomac79
Planes are designed to withstand turbulence and...

Planes are designed to withstand turbulence and when it happens the pilots are taught on how to deal with it.

I could be wrong but no plane has ever crashed due to turbulence.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 11 Jun 22, 06:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,194
Posted By geomac79
what is a take out ? Are you sure you don't...

what is a take out ?

Are you sure you don't want a takeaway :)
Forum: Accommodation 6 Jun 22, 09:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By geomac79
Virgin Holidays Vista Cay

Looking to see if anyone has any experience of what the condos are like that are booked through Virgin Holidays at Vista Cay. We have booked a 2 bed premium but with only 4 weeks to go I'm getting a...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 May 22, 08:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,242
Posted By geomac79
Glad I booked when I did then.

Glad I booked when I did then.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 May 22, 05:04 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,117
Posted By geomac79
we used our points to pay the balance of our...

we used our points to pay the balance of our holiday with Virgin Holidays

We upgraded from economy to premium with our companion tickets, you just pay the tax on the way out but there is no tax on...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 May 22, 04:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,242
Posted By geomac79
If you are a member of the flying club you can...

If you are a member of the flying club you can get up to 7% off, costs nothing to join.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 May 22, 01:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,801
Posted By geomac79
My wife is the only one out of the 4 of us who...

My wife is the only one out of the 4 of us who has been selected and its happened 4 out of 5 times. Not so sure it is random :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 May 22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,623
Posted By geomac79
You are correct a printed copy would make a...

You are correct a printed copy would make a little easier if we came up against the issue you had but I think people think the printed copy would be enough to get in if something was to happen.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 May 22, 01:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,623
Posted By geomac79
Lets just say technology fails, are Homeland...

Lets just say technology fails, are Homeland Security really going to say "Our systems are down but I see you have a printed version with no verification its real, welcome to United States of America...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 24 May 22, 04:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,755
Posted By geomac79
Just get a a bid donut from Voodoo :)

Just get a a bid donut from Voodoo :)
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 23 May 22, 12:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,834
Posted By geomac79
We always leave Keke's to our last day so that we...

We always leave Keke's to our last day so that we go to the airport with a smile. Highly recommend.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 May 22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,860
Posted By geomac79
I would say its more than enough if you are: ...

I would say its more than enough if you are:

eating breakfast in the hotel (paid for already ?)

Being economical with lunches, we usually pack snacks and sandwich's

Eating takeaway at...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 May 22, 04:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 907
Posted By geomac79
I used my companion tickets to upgrade to premium...

I used my companion tickets to upgrade to premium and I paid a good chunk off my balance with my points, for every 3,000 points you get 16.50.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Apr 22, 02:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 820
Posted By geomac79
sounds like the change of location has not...

sounds like the change of location has not helped, it was 2018 when I used them.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Apr 22, 06:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 820
Posted By geomac79
When we used Sixt it w as a shuttle bus but only...

When we used Sixt it w as a shuttle bus but only 5-10 minutes max. Service was good and quality of car was also good, more European brands than others.

No hesitation in using them again if...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Apr 22, 11:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,246
Posted By geomac79
Booked through Virgin Holidays this year, first...

Booked through Virgin Holidays this year, first time I have booked a package holiday but they were working out quite a bit cheaper than DIY.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 Apr 22, 06:07 AM
Replies: 376
Views: 45,051
Posted By geomac79
The reply that I quoted you on has nothing to do...

The reply that I quoted you on has nothing to do with how much people tip a server, you insinuated that you wouldn't do their job for a salary that is higher than the UK average salary just because...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 Apr 22, 04:59 AM
Replies: 376
Views: 45,051
Posted By geomac79
40k a year, I'm sure there will be a lot of...

40k a year, I'm sure there will be a lot of people who will gladly put up with "whinging, moaning, rude, ill-mannered and arrogant customers" for that kind of money. You do know the average salary in...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Apr 22, 04:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,078
Posted By geomac79
A lot of phones will cut off after 60 minutes,...

A lot of phones will cut off after 60 minutes, happened to me as well and I told the agent on the phone if it happened then could they please call me back and gave my number. It did happen and they...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Apr 22, 02:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,277
Posted By geomac79
My payment would come out then 3 to 5 days later...

My payment would come out then 3 to 5 days later it would show on the app and they would send an email. I wouldn't worry or wait on the phone.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Apr 22, 01:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,413
Posted By geomac79
its our travel day. Arrive 16:45 and hope to get...

its our travel day. Arrive 16:45 and hope to get through passport control etc in enough time to see fireworks somewhere.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Apr 22, 03:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,484
Posted By geomac79
you can use https://www.flightradar24.com/ to get...

you can use https://www.flightradar24.com/ to get this information
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Apr 22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,709
Posted By geomac79
had the same with Virgin Holidays. Paid the...

had the same with Virgin Holidays. Paid the balance off in March but they still took the April direct Debit.
Forum: Accommodation 6 Apr 22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,323
Posted By geomac79
When we stayed at Vista cay the single beds were...

When we stayed at Vista cay the single beds were large wooden ones, if you put them together there would have been a large gap in the middle.
Forum: Accommodation 6 Apr 22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,323
Posted By geomac79
They are all individual with their own owners,...

They are all individual with their own owners, was there no photos of the room when you booked ?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Apr 22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By geomac79
upgraded the seat today cost £25 in taxes not as...

upgraded the seat today cost £25 in taxes not as bad as I was expecting.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Apr 22, 01:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By geomac79
Looks like another hours wait on the phone to...

Looks like another hours wait on the phone to Virgin Holidays so they can make the changes then.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Apr 22, 12:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By geomac79
Virgin Atlantic Companion Ticket Issue

Hi all

I've got a package booked via Virgin Holidays for Virgin Atlantic Manchester to Orlando in July. The booking is for 3 adults and 1 young adult and I've got 2 companion tickets through my...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 28 Mar 22, 05:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,213
Posted By geomac79
I posted about this in the past, the consensus...

I posted about this in the past, the consensus was that you have a 50/50 chance of it going smoothly or being a disaster.
Forum: Tickets 19 Mar 22, 11:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,588
Posted By geomac79
I understand why people don't rate DC but to us...

I understand why people don't rate DC but to us its one of the best days of the holiday. We treat it as day to get away from parks and shopping and just relax for our duration of our time there. The...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 28 Feb 22, 08:28 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,804
Posted By geomac79
One tip I can give is to drink water in the...

One tip I can give is to drink water in the restaurants you go to. We drink enough fizzy juice at parks and in the villa/condo that we actually enjoy having a water with our sit down meal. We are a...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 28 Feb 22, 08:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 752
Posted By geomac79
Any time you walk by the Cabana they are empty as...

Any time you walk by the Cabana they are empty as most people are out enjoying the parks.

You may be different if you have some older ones with you though.

If y9ou get there early enough you...
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