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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Mar 24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,992
Posted By beeftinkler
As a parent of a special needs child, watching...

As a parent of a special needs child, watching other SEN children smile / stimming whilst interacting with characters gets me every time. I'm 43, 6"2, 100kg, and I'll be in bits smiling at them and...
Forum: Accommodation 25 Feb 24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,016
Posted By beeftinkler
We are USAP holders, but cannot see where to...

We are USAP holders, but cannot see where to access the rates for hotels. Where should we be looking?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Feb 24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Sounds promising!

Sounds promising!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Feb 24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
EI-EIL did DUB - CHICAGO 13 FEB EI-EIK did DUB...

EI-EIL did DUB - CHICAGO 13 FEB
EI-EIK did DUB - BORDEAUX 14 FEB

I'll believe it when I see it...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Feb 24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Yes, EI-EIK & EI-EIL.

Yes, EI-EIK & EI-EIL.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Feb 24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 512
Posted By beeftinkler
There's a dedicated business class check-in...

There's a dedicated business class check-in queue, but no fast-track security (although it was a breeze compared to A & B terminals)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Jan 24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
IMHO those two old planes are never going to be...

IMHO those two old planes are never going to be modernised, it's just rhetoric from AL to get people off their back. Spending £20m on two 20yr old planes makes no sense. They are just cheap, quick...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Jan 24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
At least they're Airbus', and the door's don't...

At least they're Airbus', and the door's don't just blow-off!
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Jan 24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
AL lied to us right up until 5 mins before...

AL lied to us right up until 5 mins before boarding ('flight will have wifi etc.'), so why believe them now? October's planned refurb' came and went a long time ago... BA & Virgin don't need to try...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Jan 24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Check Flightradar24.com. Both planes were...

Check Flightradar24.com. Both planes were supposed to have been retro-fitted last October, but delayed again I believe. Hopefully someone can confirm? We travelled on EI-EIK last august in business...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Dec 23, 08:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,849
Posted By beeftinkler
SIXT are great, modern fleet, good app, and good...

SIXT are great, modern fleet, good app, and good customer service / no hard sell. Literally chose my last SIXT rental car an hour before landing in the air, walked straight to the garage, picked-up...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Dec 23, 11:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,849
Posted By beeftinkler
Only valid until tomorrow…

Only valid until tomorrow…
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Dec 23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,849
Posted By beeftinkler
SIXT 20% Off Happy Holidays Link

https://www.sixt.co.uk/campaign/rent-23goabroad-uk/?c1=nl_rac_uk&c2=EM_B2C_23_CW51_HOLIDAY_SPECIAL_GO-ABROAD_GB_ONT_RENT_CML_en_GB_GB&c3=131365&fir=1&utm_source=nl_rac_uk_2312_GB&utm_medium=email&utm_...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Dec 23, 07:32 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
AL fleet is, bar EI-EIK & EI-EIL, really good. So...

AL fleet is, bar EI-EIK & EI-EIL, really good. So when you have flown with them on their NEO A330's is makes the other 2 planes even worse. I'll stick to BA from London until I know they have been...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Dec 23, 08:26 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
No wifi / crappy IFE for 9hrs with an autistic...

No wifi / crappy IFE for 9hrs with an autistic 11yr old is a LONG 9hrs...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 12 Dec 23, 08:54 AM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
AL gave us £100 each voucher, but it was like...

AL gave us £100 each voucher, but it was like trying to pull teeth to get them.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Dec 23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Agreed, but it's still not good enough when you...

Agreed, but it's still not good enough when you pay for a service you don't get. The most annoying part is AL know months in advance which plane you'll be on, and it's limitations, so springing it on...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Dec 23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Better late than never I suppose, but I'm dubious...

Better late than never I suppose, but I'm dubious to book until I know they're done.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 11 Dec 23, 09:55 AM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Has anyone on here flown DUB - MCO with AL...

Has anyone on here flown DUB - MCO with AL recently? Have the 2 old planes been re-fitted with new cabins yet (as planned)?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 2 Dec 23, 12:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,657
Posted By beeftinkler
We've used them loads, but not from loyalty, just...

We've used them loads, but not from loyalty, just simply because they are quite often the cheapest (check daily, book 'Pay later' for free cancellation if price drops), and their cars and customer...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 27 Nov 23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,389
Posted By beeftinkler
Tiana's Bayou Adventure Opening?

Anyone (with more knowledge) have any idea when the new ride might be opening next year? At first it was 'Late 2024', and now reports say it has changed to simply '2024'...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Nov 23, 08:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,634
Posted By beeftinkler
We go every August, it's really not so bad (20m...

We go every August, it's really not so bad (20m live and work in FL, and survive the summer every year). Compared to the middle east it's chilly.

Last year we went at Easter. I couldn't see my...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 4 Nov 23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,487
Posted By beeftinkler
Ditch BA, try Aer Lingus from Manchester / Dublin...

Ditch BA, try Aer Lingus from Manchester / Dublin / Birmingham / Gatwick
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Nov 23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,275
Posted By beeftinkler
Aer Lingus Manchester to Orlando direct cheaper...

Aer Lingus Manchester to Orlando direct cheaper than Virgin and Tui
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Nov 23, 09:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,487
Posted By beeftinkler
BA Club Dublin to Orlando / Tampa £1,500 if you...

BA Club Dublin to Orlando / Tampa £1,500 if you look around. Although you can find the same fare from Gatwick or Birmingham (via Dublin - so clear immigration this side) with Aer Lingus.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Nov 23, 12:52 AM
Replies: 981
Views: 172,226
Posted By beeftinkler
C is lush, apart from the business class lounge...

C is lush, apart from the business class lounge being at capacity (so couldn’t use).
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 11:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
I feel like I've inadvertently upset fellow...

I feel like I've inadvertently upset fellow Dibbers in this forum, this was never my intention, and apologies if this is the case. I'm merely trying to contribute to a discussion regarding a matter...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 11:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
Unfortunately most of her medical equipment has...

Unfortunately most of her medical equipment has to go in the hold. Naturally we take her medicines on as hand luggage.

Thanks again.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 11:16 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
I wasn't being rude, you just took it that way...

I wasn't being rude, you just took it that way. I'm deeply sorry if you perceived it to be rude.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 11:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
No, I'm not; simply explaining why airlines might...

No, I'm not; simply explaining why airlines might let you short-check hold luggage.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 09:52 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
That's great. Quiet Sunday?

That's great. Quiet Sunday?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 09:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
No, we have a disabled daughter.

No, we have a disabled daughter.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Oct 23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
No, they are not permitted to charge your card...

No, they are not permitted to charge your card. That has never happened. Do not think they have or will. If you're that scared cancel your card after paying for your flights.

Why would they...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Oct 23, 04:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
This is a possibility, but in the event your...

This is a possibility, but in the event your airline changes your flights you don't have to accept what they offer. You will find an alternative that works as the ball is in your court.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 28 Oct 23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,932
Posted By beeftinkler
Our 2024 flights are £6k in Club starting in...

Our 2024 flights are £6k in Club starting in Dublin, and £14k from London. If you book it early enough the schedule will probably get changed an hour here or there, and then you can just ask for the...
Forum: Accommodation 27 Oct 23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By beeftinkler
Amazing! Thank you :cool2:

Amazing! Thank you :cool2:
Forum: Accommodation 26 Oct 23, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By beeftinkler
Universal Annual Passholder Hotel Rates Link

Does anyone know how we access the AP rates? Do we need a VPN?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Oct 23, 10:04 AM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Hopefully someone on here travels on EI-EIL at...

Hopefully someone on here travels on EI-EIL at some point soon, and can tell us if the 12 days it spent not flying was because it was being retro-fitted with new cabin / tech. I see that it's been...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Oct 23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Cut a big hole in the fuselage and fit a skycom,...

Cut a big hole in the fuselage and fit a skycom, rip-out, reconfigure and replace all the seats, clean and test in 12 days... Can't see it
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Oct 23, 02:23 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 37,281
Posted By beeftinkler
Because the seat configuration in business has a...

Because the seat configuration in business has a 'C' seat on the two older planes, and is available to book on dummy booking for next August. They wouldn't sell that seat if it was on a newer A330 as...
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