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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 31 Jan 20, 10:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,207
Posted By Pollita
I went at the end of my first trimester, and it...

I went at the end of my first trimester, and it was fine apart from the exhaustion and sickness. Just had to take things a lot slower, ensured I drank plenty of water (easy to forget) and packed lots...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 2 Jan 20, 12:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 896
Posted By Pollita
Mobile For the beds, I didn’t know about bed guards (not...

For the beds, I didn’t know about bed guards (not listed on the site when I booked) but considering the amount of times I asked for a cot it would have been nice if they’d offered that instead. I...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 30 Dec 19, 11:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Posted By Pollita
Mobile To answer your question though, val d’europe was...

To answer your question though, val d’europe was a good location but it depends on how frequently you’ll be back and forth throughout the day. The shuttles for my hotel were coaches, and my son is...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 30 Dec 19, 11:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Posted By Pollita
Mobile Do not stay at hipark if you want clean. I just...

Do not stay at hipark if you want clean. I just got back from there, the carpet was disgusting and the kitchen sink didn’t drain for over 12 hours leading to a terrible smell in the apartment

It...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 27 Dec 19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 853
Posted By Pollita
Mobile I’d wait until you arrive to buy tickets - when I...

I’d wait until you arrive to buy tickets - when I was there earlier this month our flight landed early at 9:30am but we weren’t through passport control until 11am (ridiculous line!) by the time I...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 27 Dec 19, 12:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 896
Posted By Pollita
Mobile I didn’t. It was very disappointing as I asked 4...

I didn’t. It was very disappointing as I asked 4 times. Was promised it would be brought up and nothing. We stayed 2 nights, I had to push the bed up against the window (which was freezing) so that...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Dec 19, 05:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,132
Posted By Pollita
Mobile We spent 3 days there last week and total spend...

We spent 3 days there last week and total spend was £540 for me and my son

Flights and 2 nights at hipark adagio (20 min walk or shuttle) - £250
3 day park ticket (1adult) - £150
Food for two of...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 10 Dec 19, 04:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,161
Posted By Pollita
Mobile I was going to say, we were there last week and...

I was going to say, we were there last week and my 18 month old was told he had to go on a horse with me standing next to him on the carousel

We went on loads of rides though, we spent one full...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 20 Nov 19, 11:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,278
Posted By Pollita
I'm taking my 19 month old next week on my own...

I'm taking my 19 month old next week on my own (single parent) so I'll let you know how it goes if you want, but I'm sure it'll be fine! I'm not too worried, just new ways of doing things :)
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 14 Nov 19, 11:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,030
Posted By Pollita
Mobile Thanks all! 3 days it is

Thanks all! 3 days it is
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 13 Nov 19, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,030
Posted By Pollita
Mobile Help me decide how many days to do Disneyland!

Ah I’m getting myself so confused!

I’m taking my 18 month old son (just me and him) at the start of December. We arrive at CDG 11am on the Monday and our flight home is 9pm Wednesday, so my...
Forum: General Chat 11 Oct 19, 02:26 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,325
Posted By Pollita
What an awful situation all around, but I think...

What an awful situation all around, but I think you've done the right thing. If I was in the same position I'd have to say no too, no matter how bad it made me feel.
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 29 Sep 19, 10:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 558
Posted By Pollita
Offsite accommodation recommendations with dog

Not Davy Crockett or Les Villages unfortunately, they're both out of my budget :cry:

Does anyone have any recommendations of dog-friendly accommodation relatively nearby? (willing to drive about...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Sep 19, 05:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,126
Posted By Pollita
I'm so sorry you're going through. I was working...

I'm so sorry you're going through. I was working for Travel City when they went under so I know how you feel, it's awful - not just the loss of job and income, but losing everything you've known,...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Sep 19, 10:59 PM
Replies: 743
Views: 83,000
Posted By Pollita
It'll most likely be a press release I'd imagine,...

It'll most likely be a press release I'd imagine, so sent out to all news agencies. Administrators should announce on social media outlets.

Website should be taken down and replaced with a message...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Sep 19, 10:45 PM
Replies: 743
Views: 83,000
Posted By Pollita
Mobile I feel terrible for the staff. I worked for TCD...

I feel terrible for the staff. I worked for TCD when they folded, no warning, was stuck in Florida with no job. It’s an awful position to be put in and my heart goes out to those still answering...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Sep 19, 10:36 PM
Replies: 743
Views: 83,000
Posted By Pollita
https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/133635/ffd855...

https://www.thedibb.co.uk/postImages/133635/ffd855fa056f97.jpg

They’re still replying to people on twitter saying business as usual. Last reply was 5 mins ago so doubt that screenshot is true...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Sep 19, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 245
Posted By Pollita
Mobile For Epcot, flower and garden festival usually...

For Epcot, flower and garden festival usually starts in early March :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Sep 19, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 245
Posted By Pollita
Mobile Weather is usually mild and pleasant in March...

Weather is usually mild and pleasant in March. crowds are usually busier than usual because of spring break and UK Easter hols. Magic kingdom also seems to host either dance or cheerleader events...
Forum: Social Groups 21 Sep 19, 10:51 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 9,181
Posted By Pollita
Me me me! Hoping to go just after Easter holidays...

Me me me! Hoping to go just after Easter holidays in 2021. My son will almost be 3 so seems like the best time to take him (and not have to pay for a ticket for him!)

Can't book anything until...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Sep 19, 08:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,535
Posted By Pollita
I find they come out of nowhere, so be careful...

I find they come out of nowhere, so be careful (just make sure someone else is going faster than you!)

I hit something in the road once and pulled to the side of the highway on the way to Miami to...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Sep 19, 08:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 336
Posted By Pollita
No and no :) Immigration is only when you first...

No and no :) Immigration is only when you first enter a country, and because of that bags will go straight through to LHR
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 16 Sep 19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,699
Posted By Pollita
I'm taking my 18 month old start of December,...

I'm taking my 18 month old start of December, we're just stocking up on thermals and a waterproof snowsuit :) Go, enjoy!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Sep 19, 04:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,631
Posted By Pollita
Do it! I went for the weekend once (arrived...

Do it! I went for the weekend once (arrived Friday, left Monday) and the jet lag wasn't any different. I always find it worse coming home rather than arriving. Go and enjoy!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Sep 19, 08:23 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 539
Posted By Pollita
My favourite time to visit is end of Oct and over...

My favourite time to visit is end of Oct and over into November:

- Good weather without being too hot!
- Epcot Food & Wine (and eat to the beat!)
- Halloween decorations and Christmas too if...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Sep 19, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 751
Posted By Pollita
Table service, you'll usually get a little tray...

Table service, you'll usually get a little tray with a bill on it so you leave it on there, or on the table otherwise. A lot of bartenders will have a tip jar or you can just leave it on the counter...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Sep 19, 11:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,420
Posted By Pollita
I hope your mum is ok!

I hope your mum is ok!
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 11 Sep 19, 11:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,122
Posted By Pollita
I'm in the South West and it worked out cheaper...

I'm in the South West and it worked out cheaper for me to fly and book off-site separately. I managed to get flights from Bristol and 2 nights at the Hipark for me and my son for £270 total this...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Sep 19, 03:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 596
Posted By Pollita
Mobile I’ve done a few one ways home from MCO and used...

I’ve done a few one ways home from MCO and used Aer Lingus vía Dublin (but book the dub-uk flight separately!) have paid as little as £150, which is a bargain!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Sep 19, 02:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,753
Posted By Pollita
Very true, DreamDisney! Is it too soon to...

Very true, DreamDisney!

Is it too soon to start counting down the days? (586 days :d: )
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Sep 19, 01:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,753
Posted By Pollita
Thank you all so much! Best get saving then,...

Thank you all so much! Best get saving then, planning to take him April 2021 (no coincidence it'll be right before he turns 3 and needs a ticket to the parks haha!)

Priced it all up and will just...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Sep 19, 05:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,753
Posted By Pollita
Thank you all so much! I've done WDW many times...

Thank you all so much! I've done WDW many times on my own/with friends/my ex but never with children so not too sure on what to do! To answer all the questions, I would absolutely love for it to be a...
Forum: General Chat 3 Sep 19, 05:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 624
Posted By Pollita
Yes that's correct :)

Yes that's correct :)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Sep 19, 11:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,753
Posted By Pollita
Best age to take children?

I've been aiming to take my son right before he turns 3 (and has to pay for a park ticket!) and then again when he's about 6 or 7 and can remember a bit more.

Would you say this sounds...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 1 Sep 19, 09:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 427
Posted By Pollita
From when I looked into it, for the DD they'd...

From when I looked into it, for the DD they'd need your bank details for the mandate. If you were wanting to use your credit card (which I will be too for the same reason) just pay the whole cost...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Aug 19, 12:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,184
Posted By Pollita
Mobile That is so strange. I only applied for my son’s...

That is so strange. I only applied for my son’s passport a few months ago and it was very simple and straightforward. My son doesn’t have a dad so I left the paternal grandparents section blank with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Aug 19, 09:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By Pollita
I've paid from £700-£1000+ for flight only to be...

I've paid from £700-£1000+ for flight only to be there over Christmas and new year in the past. Sometimes I've had better luck booking a flight+hotel deal from the likes of LastMinute or Expedia etc...
Forum: Disneyland Paris Trip Planning 26 Aug 19, 12:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 896
Posted By Pollita
Hipark & baby cot

I’m booked for hipark hotel in val d’europe for December. I’ve tried contacting them multiple times to find out if, how and when I need to request a baby cot for my stay. A bit concerned that I’m not...
Forum: Intro's and Welcomes 9 Aug 19, 04:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,259
Posted By Pollita
Welcome! We will be at DLP at the same time it...

Welcome! We will be at DLP at the same time it seems :) Ready for some Christmas magic, you're going to have an amazing time!

This site is terrible for my work productivity too - oh well!
Forum: Intro's and Welcomes 7 Aug 19, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 331
Posted By Pollita
Ready to introduce my son to the magic of Disney!

Hello all!

I am SO excited to be here! I'm Polly, mum to my 15 month old son and beyond excited to introduce him to the magic of Disney!

I used to live in Orlando so know WDW very well, but...
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