Notices

Page 1 of 14 1 2311 Last »
Showing results 1 to 40 of 527
Search took 0.11 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: kjtinlin
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 25 Jul 15, 07:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,488
Posted By kjtinlin
I think we had to choose drinks at pre-order (we...

I think we had to choose drinks at pre-order (we certainly did for the kids apple juice) but when we got there you just went to the fountain, picked a cup and chose your own drink and refilled as...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 24 Jul 15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 324
Posted By kjtinlin
We thoroughly enjoyed the show. My 7 year old...

We thoroughly enjoyed the show. My 7 year old nephew and 9 year old niece both loved it. One of the 'narrators' is a young boy which may provide a little bit of a connection. It was a much better...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 21 Jul 15, 07:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,488
Posted By kjtinlin
You pay for the meal at check in, not when you...

You pay for the meal at check in, not when you pre-order. When we were there for lunch on 10th July the line for those who hadn't pre-ordered looked fairly long whereas we were sent straight to the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 21 Jul 15, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 747
Posted By kjtinlin
We were there on Sunday and stopped just after...

We were there on Sunday and stopped just after 10am to get a spot for 10:30am but could probably have got there a bit later as our spot wasn't that busy - we stood on the steps on the Hyperion...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Jul 15, 01:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,265
Posted By kjtinlin
We had a 1:25pm ADR yesterday at 50's Prime Time...

We had a 1:25pm ADR yesterday at 50's Prime Time and it took a little while to be seated (busy and we were a party of 5). We were finished by around 2:50pm, including eating dessert and with a fairly...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 20 Jul 15, 01:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By kjtinlin
I managed to get a Fantasmic fastpass for 5 of us...

I managed to get a Fantasmic fastpass for 5 of us last night at around 8pm for the 9pm show - ended up cancelling it as we got into the Frozen singalong on standby instead. The park wasn't overly...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Jul 15, 11:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 984
Posted By kjtinlin
My 7DMT video shows in my photopass account, but...

My 7DMT video shows in my photopass account, but underneath the ride photos. They still do it as I was only there on Friday. Sometime you have to click 'show more' to see everything but the video...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Jul 15, 03:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 984
Posted By kjtinlin
Do you have a magic band? If not the 7DMT video...

Do you have a magic band? If not the 7DMT video and ride photos won't be available as there's not a photo station to add them. We were in Magic Kingdom on Friday and I went to the photo pass store...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 22 May 15, 05:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,621
Posted By kjtinlin
Look for the Universal Photo Connect Package...

Look for the Universal Photo Connect Package Presale site. The 14 day package is only available on there.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 9 May 15, 01:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By kjtinlin
Bern's steakhouse is excellent. A bit out of the...

Bern's steakhouse is excellent. A bit out of the way but well worth a visit. If they still do it, the tour of the kitchen and wine cellar is worth doing before heading upstairs to the dessert room.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Aug 14, 01:14 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 15,834
Posted By kjtinlin
I think the important thing to remember is that...

I think the important thing to remember is that adults don't like being told what to do. You can plan in advance as much as you like, but it will change once you get there. Some people don't react...
Forum: Walt Disney World and Florida Trip Reports 7 Oct 12, 12:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,987
Posted By kjtinlin
You sure you're looking at notes for the right...

You sure you're looking at notes for the right day? Mine say that we weren't in the pool until after 6am and that you had already posted either on here or on FB saying you were awake after a bad...
Forum: General Chat 6 Oct 12, 09:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,868
Posted By kjtinlin
Totally agree. I said a lot that I found it...

Totally agree. I said a lot that I found it cheaper in the US for pretty much everything than I do here in Aus. You could say it's because Aus is expensive (and that we get higher salaries to...
Forum: General Chat 4 Sep 12, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 507
Posted By kjtinlin
I'll join you ;) ...

I'll join you ;) :mickeybou:tiggerbou:stitchbou:dale_boun:chip_boun

This time next week I'll be on the plane to LA and Florida bound. See you soon! :)
Forum: General Trip Planning 5 Jul 12, 09:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 613
Posted By kjtinlin
A lot depends on where in Australia she plans to...

A lot depends on where in Australia she plans to live - cost of living (and salaries) vary greatly between cities. Either way though, 1k is not going to be nearly enough, especially with the current...
Forum: General Trip Planning 26 May 12, 07:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,114
Posted By kjtinlin
Current temp in Sydney is about 4 deg overnight...

Current temp in Sydney is about 4 deg overnight and anything from 12 to 22 deg during the day (I live in Sydney). We haven't had much rain so far, but it's not actually winter yet. Last winter was...
Forum: General Trip Planning 17 May 12, 09:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 450
Posted By kjtinlin
Another to consider is The Honours. My dad took...

Another to consider is The Honours. My dad took me there when I visited the UK in August and he and his wife are regular visitors. I really enjoyed it.

http://www.thehonours.co.uk/
Forum: General Chat 4 Apr 12, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 278
Posted By kjtinlin
As us Aussies say, "She'll be right, mate"...

As us Aussies say, "She'll be right, mate" :grin:
Forum: General Chat 4 Apr 12, 08:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 278
Posted By kjtinlin
Well done, Jane. I kind of feel like you four are...

Well done, Jane. I kind of feel like you four are my own personal travel agents since I've just sat over here, told you all what I want to do and waited for you to plan it in ;) Roll on 3:30pm (Oz...
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Mar 12, 10:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By kjtinlin
I live about 45mins drive from there :D It really...

I live about 45mins drive from there :D It really depends what you call 'nice' as everyone likes different things. Before you research areas too much, I would research cost of living in general,...
Forum: General Trip Planning 4 Mar 12, 03:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By kjtinlin
i live in NSW. Weather is a bit hit and miss...

i live in NSW. Weather is a bit hit and miss (we've just had a pretty awful summer, with lot of rain and not many 'hot' days) but it's very changeable depending on where you live. Picton is about...
Forum: General Trip Planning 24 Feb 12, 10:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,695
Posted By kjtinlin
Sorry, I should have said 'get off the plane'...

Sorry, I should have said 'get off the plane' rather than change planes. They'll stop in Singapore to refuel and you'd probably have an hour or so in the airport.



I had never been to...
Forum: General Trip Planning 21 Feb 12, 07:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,695
Posted By kjtinlin
I lived in Adelaide for nearly 3 years (after...

I lived in Adelaide for nearly 3 years (after emigrating from the UK) before moving here to Sydney two years ago, so if you want some detailed info on either just let me know.

With regard to your...
Forum: General Trip Reports 4 Feb 12, 09:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,252
Posted By kjtinlin
The Sagrada Familia is amazing, isn't it? It's...

The Sagrada Familia is amazing, isn't it? It's changed a fair amount since I was there. I remember we ate in a little place not far from there that actually reminded me of Sweet Tomatoes in Orlando...
Forum: General Trip Planning 28 Nov 11, 06:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,696
Posted By kjtinlin
Wishart's is great, my Dad takes me every time...

Wishart's is great, my Dad takes me every time I'm back for a visit. However, this time he took me to Martin Wishart's new 'bistro' The Honours on North Castle Street. It only opened in July and is...
Forum: General Chat 6 Nov 11, 04:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 453
Posted By kjtinlin
I took a guess at what colour to get so I'm glad...

I took a guess at what colour to get so I'm glad it worked (asked for yellow as primary colour and then seasonal for the rest). Would have sent them from Oz, but don't think they'd be worth looking...
Forum: General Chat 28 Oct 11, 09:22 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,520
Posted By kjtinlin
When you are working out costs, have a look on...

When you are working out costs, have a look on the real estate websites for Oz (google real estate & Domain and you'll find the two big ones) to get a true picture of rental cost. Be aware though...
Forum: General Chat 26 Oct 11, 07:57 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,520
Posted By kjtinlin
I have to echo Mitch's comments, I would not...

I have to echo Mitch's comments, I would not recommend Geraldton in your circumstances. Perth is lovely and there's a huge expat community there, but you'd be too far away to take advantage of that...
Forum: General Chat 22 Oct 11, 10:37 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,831
Posted By kjtinlin
Jane, Does the plumber know you are...

Jane,

Does the plumber know you are suffering from cancer and undergoing chemo? If not, make sure you or Ian call him and tell him as you need to be a priority at the moment.

As for everything...
Forum: TV and Film 10 Sep 11, 02:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,145
Posted By kjtinlin
I liked George (Colambaris) in the 1st season,...

I liked George (Colambaris) in the 1st season, but now he just annoys me and I much prefer Matt Preston & Gary. The way George eats, plus the very poor puns he yells out (though that's more the...
Forum: TV and Film 9 Sep 11, 09:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,145
Posted By kjtinlin
It finished about a month ago here in Aus. There...

It finished about a month ago here in Aus. There are a few twists and turns along the way until the finale. I think the standard of cooking is better than in the previous series, though some of the...
Forum: General Chat 7 Aug 11, 07:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 473
Posted By kjtinlin
It was a great day, Jane and I did snooze a bit...

It was a great day, Jane and I did snooze a bit on the journey back, then slept for 9 hours which, after being on the go for 48 hours, probably isn't enough but it'll do for now.

It was great to...
Forum: General Chat 4 Aug 11, 07:38 AM
Replies: 49
:(
Views: 1,387
Posted By kjtinlin
This is exactly true, we're coming to see you...

This is exactly true, we're coming to see you because of who you are, Jane, not what's on your head. Besides, after 24hrs of flying, how do you think I'm going to look? ;)
Forum: General Chat 18 May 11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 3,700
Posted By kjtinlin
Only just seen this Jane. Thinking of you. ...

Only just seen this Jane. Thinking of you. Please keep me posted.
Forum: General Chat 12 Apr 11, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 257
Posted By kjtinlin
Wow, that's come around fast, Jane!

Wow, that's come around fast, Jane!
Forum: General Trip Planning 12 Mar 11, 06:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 723
Posted By kjtinlin
How much is it without the Sydney - Canberra...

How much is it without the Sydney - Canberra flights? It's such a small distance, but I know flight prices for it can be expensive. If it's over, say, A$150 let me know as I can try to work...
Forum: General Chat 4 Mar 11, 05:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 514
Posted By kjtinlin
Really sorry to hear this, Jane.

Really sorry to hear this, Jane.
Forum: General Trip Planning 16 Feb 11, 06:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 777
Posted By kjtinlin
They release all except the exit rows as far as I...

They release all except the exit rows as far as I remember.
Forum: General Trip Planning 15 Feb 11, 08:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 777
Posted By kjtinlin
On my last trip back to Oz from the UK I flew on...

On my last trip back to Oz from the UK I flew on the Singapore Airlines A380 and booked an upstairs economy seat. I haven't been downstairs so can't compare the two, but I did find it similar to PE,...
Forum: General Trip Planning 8 Feb 11, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,005
Posted By kjtinlin
I did this 4 years ago when I was emigrating out...

I did this 4 years ago when I was emigrating out to Oz. I went London to Miami with Virgin Atlantic, then internal (non inclusive) flights to Orlando and on to LA. From there to Auckland and...
Showing results 1 to 40 of 527
Page 1 of 14 1 2311 Last »

 
Forum Jump

All times are GMT +1. The time now is 03:44 PM.

Contact Us - theDIBB Blog - Top

Powered by vBulletin - Copyright © 2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
DIBB Savings
AttractionTickets.com

Get £10 off each Disney Ticket with the code ATDIBB10

Get up to £50 off per room at Disney or Universal with the code DIBBHOTELS


theDIBB Blog
FREE Disney Dining & Drinks at Walt Disney World for 2025 Holidays
Guests can book their 2025 Hotel and Ticket package early to enjoy Free Dining &... Read More »
1900 Park Fare re-opens with a refreshed look & character dining
The iconic 1900 Park Fare restaurant is opening its doors once again at Disney’s Grand... Read More »
Universal Orlando Reveal More Details for Universal Epic Universe
One of the the five worlds found in Epic Universe, How to Train Your Dragon... Read More »


theDIBB Menu
DIBB Guidebook DIBB Guidebook
DIBB Information DIBB Information
DIBB Advertisers DIBB Advertisers
Premium Membership Premium Membership
Holiday Planner Vacation Planner
Park & Resort Maps Park & Resort Maps
Florida Park Hours Florida Park Hours
Live Theme Park Wait Times Wait Times - Live
Wait Times History Wait Times - History
Entertainment Times Entertainment Times
Refurbishments Refurbs & Closures
Busy Day Guide Busy Day Guide
US Public Holidays US Public Holidays
Theme Park Timeline Theme Park Timeline
ADR Calculator ADR Calculator
DVC Points Calculator DVC Calculator
DVC Points Chart DVC Points Chart
Restaurant Reviews Restaurant Reviews
Hotel Reviews Hotel Reviews
Florida Villa Rentals Florida Villa Rentals
Villa Map Villa Location Map
California Park Hours California Park Hours
Forum Spy Forum Spy
Countdowns Forum Countdowns
Abbreviations Abbreviations
'New Posts' Options 'New Posts' Options
Unanswered Threads Unanswered Threads


Exchange Rates
US Dollar Rates
ASDA  $1.2189
CaxtonFX  $1.2144
Covent Garden FX  $1.2249
FAIRFX  $1.2208
John Lewis  $1.2246
M&S  $1.2039
Post Office  $1.2029
Sainsburys  $1.2177
TESCO  $1.2201
Travelex  $1.2221
Updated: 15:30 18/04/2024
Euro Rates
ASDA  €1.1429
CaxtonFX  €1.1379
Covent Garden FX  €1.1513
FAIRFX  €1.1420
John Lewis  €1.1455
M&S  €1.1267
Post Office  €1.1253
Sainsburys  €1.1422
TESCO  €1.1430
Travelex  €1.1432
Updated: 15:30 18/04/2024

DIBB Premium Membership
Did you know you can help support theDIBB with Premium Membership?

Check out this link for more information and benefits, such as...

"No adverts on theDIBB Forums"

Upgrade Now


X