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Forum: General Chat 19 Feb 21, 10:58 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,399
Posted By Allan
I was previously paying £36 per month for Sky...

I was previously paying £36 per month for Sky Entertainment and Sports on HD but I have subsequently cancelled after they put it up to £59 despite telling me it would be £39.
Forum: General Chat 18 Feb 21, 07:35 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,003
Posted By Allan
Have a look at Fidelity or Hargreaves Lansdown...

Have a look at Fidelity or Hargreaves Lansdown for a stocks & shares ISA. They also have recommended funds but as others have said you can decide how much risk you want to take. I wouldn't put it all...
Forum: General Chat 2 Nov 20, 02:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,600
Posted By Allan
We had to take that decision in June with our 12...

We had to take that decision in June with our 12 year old Lab and it was by far the hardest thing I have had to do. I felt guilty and even now 5 months later I still wonder if it was the right thing...
Forum: Offers, Discounts, Codes, Cashback and UK Shopping 2 May 20, 05:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,635
Posted By Allan
You can only amend within 5 days of delivery now,...

You can only amend within 5 days of delivery now, it was 2 days for a while. I am finding the website is having issues recently. Can't access my favourites and getting the "technical hiccup" page...
Forum: General Chat 11 Apr 20, 07:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 833
Posted By Allan
My labrador is nearly 12 and he has a few warts...

My labrador is nearly 12 and he has a few warts and a "skin tag" on his side that sticks out of his fur and is not nice to look at. However the vet has said they are not an issue.
Forum: General Chat 31 Jan 20, 08:12 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,161
Posted By Allan
Mobile We have lots of bottles and a coffee mug and they...

We have lots of bottles and a coffee mug and they are great but I expect there are cheaper alternatives.
Forum: General Chat 7 Jan 20, 08:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,562
Posted By Allan
Mobile I get my coffee beans from The Bean Shop in...

I get my coffee beans from The Bean Shop in Perth. Very quick delivery and good prices.
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Jan 20, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,250
Posted By Allan
Iberostar El Mirador is very nice but it was a...

Iberostar El Mirador is very nice but it was a few years ago that we stayed there.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 17 Oct 19, 09:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,216
Posted By Allan
It's a bit of a drive but as someone else said, I...

It's a bit of a drive but as someone else said, I would go to Anna Maria Island. Just spent a week there last month.
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Oct 19, 09:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 516
Posted By Allan
I was there for a conference in September, the...

I was there for a conference in September, the city looked ok although I didn't get the chance to explore due to KLM cancelling my flights and having to leave early and re-route through Copenhagen. ...
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 Oct 19, 09:36 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,255
Posted By Allan
We are going in June 2020 for 2 weeks, doing the...

We are going in June 2020 for 2 weeks, doing the following:

Calgary 2 nights
Banff 4 nights
Jasper 3 nights
Golden 1 night
Kelowna 1 night
Vancouver 3 nights

I have read it is best to...
Forum: General Trip Planning 13 Oct 19, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By Allan
Used them recently to fly to Orlando from...

Used them recently to fly to Orlando from Edinburgh via Dublin. They were ok, nothing special, I had a few grumbles but nothing major.
I had a 3 hour connection on the way out and 1h15m on the way...
Forum: General Trip Planning 11 Oct 19, 09:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,230
Posted By Allan
Vancouver Hotel

I am looking for a hotel in Vancouver for 3 nights at the end of June 2020 after a Calgary to Vancouver road trip. I am finding that the hotels are very expensive at that time of year.

The hotels...
Forum: General Chat 10 Oct 19, 09:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By Allan
I flew on an A330 to Orlando recently and both...

I flew on an A330 to Orlando recently and both ways it was 2 pins.
Forum: General Chat 7 Oct 19, 08:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,633
Posted By Allan
Mobile I have just returned from Orlando yesterday after...

I have just returned from Orlando yesterday after using Aer Lingus from Edinburgh. I have my bags despite a 1h15m connection in Dublin on the way back.

I would have to think twice about using them...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 4 Oct 19, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 427
Posted By Allan
Mobile I am here at the moment and not been able to find...

I am here at the moment and not been able to find it on any channels where I am staying.
Forum: General Chat 11 Sep 19, 05:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 688
Posted By Allan
I use Photobox but only when I have money off...

I use Photobox but only when I have money off codes.
Forum: General Chat 6 Sep 19, 07:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,600
Posted By Allan
I finished R-Bendamustine chemotherapy in early...

I finished R-Bendamustine chemotherapy in early June for Follicular Lymphoma.

After my second treatment I had a bad reaction and ended up in hospital overnight due to fever. Then I was given...
Forum: General Chat 6 Sep 19, 07:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,063
Posted By Allan
I use SkyFleetCarLeasing.co.uk and have had 3...

I use SkyFleetCarLeasing.co.uk and have had 3 cars from them. They sometimes have good special offers with immediate delivery.
Forum: General Chat 6 Sep 19, 06:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,813
Posted By Allan
Going to AMI in 2 weeks time for the first time,...

Going to AMI in 2 weeks time for the first time, can't wait but only for 6 nights.
Forum: General Chat 8 Aug 19, 06:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,448
Posted By Allan
Previously had BUPA with my current and previous...

Previously had BUPA with my current and previous employer and whilst I only used them once, they were good.
My employer changed to Cigna in April 2019 and I have just had a very bad experience with...
Forum: General Chat 8 Jul 19, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,749
Posted By Allan
Coming up as £24 instead of £30 each for...

Coming up as £24 instead of £30 each for Edinburgh in September.
Forum: General Chat 13 Jun 19, 05:24 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,391
Posted By Allan
I am not (and never will be) a Conservative voter...

I am not (and never will be) a Conservative voter but the only sensible one amongst them seems to be Rory Stewart and it is worth reading about his background.

I cannot believe so many MPs think...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 30 May 19, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,957
Posted By Allan
The walks to Taft Point and Sentinel Dome are...

The walks to Taft Point and Sentinel Dome are fairly flat and not too long with amazing views.

From Sentinel Dome you can see the whole valley and get a great 360 degree view of the park. Taft...
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 May 19, 04:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 439
Posted By Allan
Stayed at Hotel Jazz, not close to the beach but...

Stayed at Hotel Jazz, not close to the beach but it has a pool on the roof and very central to La Rambla.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 14 Apr 19, 08:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,325
Posted By Allan
Yosemite

Yosemite
Forum: General Trip Planning 3 Feb 19, 01:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 842
Posted By Allan
I have been with my wife a few years ago, we...

I have been with my wife a few years ago, we ordered one dish (no starters) and didn't finish it but it was good.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 1 Feb 19, 01:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,322
Posted By Allan
I didn't get a choice when I used Alamo at SFO

I didn't get a choice when I used Alamo at SFO
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Dec 18, 07:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,552
Posted By Allan
TV doesn't do the tattoo justice it is so much...

TV doesn't do the tattoo justice it is so much better live. There are B&Bs out near the Commonwealth Swimming Pool that we have used before for swimming competitions which are fine.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 3 Nov 18, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,042
Posted By Allan
Yosemite is very beautiful but not sure my kids...

Yosemite is very beautiful but not sure my kids would have enjoyed it aged 12. However Yosemite is my favourite place that I have every visited, pictures don't do it justice.

Monterey is the best...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 15 Sep 18, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 450
Posted By Allan
I used them for a day trip to Yosemite 3 years...

I used them for a day trip to Yosemite 3 years ago and they were great. Really depends on the driver you get.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 7 Sep 18, 12:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 654
Posted By Allan
Go straight to Glacier Point, you will get a...

Go straight to Glacier Point, you will get a great view of Half Dome from there along with several waterfalls although they may just be a trickle at the moment. On the way to Glacier Point you could...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 27 Jun 18, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By Allan
We ate lunch at the The Tap Room in the Lodge at...

We ate lunch at the The Tap Room in the Lodge at Pebble Beach. No view of the course or the ocean but we preferred the menu choices and it wasn't too expensive.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 13 Apr 18, 07:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,614
Posted By Allan
We also stayed in Hotel Abrego last October and...

We also stayed in Hotel Abrego last October and enjoyed it.
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Apr 18, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 676
Posted By Allan
I hired a car from Avis in Norway last June and...

I hired a car from Avis in Norway last June and it was electronic tolls, some didn't have the ability to pay cash. Avis charge your credit card after you return the car.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 6 Feb 18, 07:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 908
Posted By Allan
You need to pay for the car park by putting money...

You need to pay for the car park by putting money in an envelope which can take a bit of time to locate the box. I didn't do it but alternatively you can drive over the bridge and park at the beach...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 6 Feb 18, 07:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,487
Posted By Allan
What time will you pick up the car? It is not...

What time will you pick up the car? It is not recommended to have a car if staying in SF due to the amount of car break-ins and because the public transport is very good.
Forum: General Chat 4 Feb 18, 05:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,874
Posted By Allan
I just spoke to someone on the online chat, best...

I just spoke to someone on the online chat, best they would offer me was £47 but that didn't include movies, so I cancelled, we are mainly watching Netflix now anyway and that is £9.99 per month
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 30 Jan 18, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,803
Posted By Allan
Definitely yes, we had a great experience in...

Definitely yes, we had a great experience in November 2017 with Sanctuary Cruises. It was calm seas but my wife hired a band from them and had no issues with sea sickness.
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Jan 18, 08:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,115
Posted By Allan
We have stayed in The Grosvenor and really...

We have stayed in The Grosvenor and really enjoyed it, we used the facilities at Le Royal Meridien on a couple of days. I would say if you prefer a beach or family holiday then choose Le Royal...
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