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Forum: Shopping in Florida 4 Apr 23, 03:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,247
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
They are just as cheap if not cheaper to buy from...

They are just as cheap if not cheaper to buy from Fanatics UK as they are in the US now - especially when they have a sale on as they do at the moment.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 4 Apr 23, 03:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,324
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Interesting to read some of the comments on here...

Interesting to read some of the comments on here. We hated the new Disney Springs when we went in October as it was far too busy and just felt like you were in a big shopping mall. We weren't that...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 4 Apr 23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,589
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
I always get a meal deal to take on board with me...

I always get a meal deal to take on board with me as airline food is very hit and miss.

For your boy, if you can find something he likes as a meal deal then you can take it on board knowing he has...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Mar 23, 12:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,673
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
I've only had a partial rather than full but as...

I've only had a partial rather than full but as Vowels said, physio is the key. I would say is to make sure you are getting the right physio for you.

I was quite young for PKR and the physio I...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 27 Feb 23, 05:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,057
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
You can go to the airport together and then while...

You can go to the airport together and then while she boards, you can enjoy a leisurely lunch. At the other end, she can get all of the car hire sorted while you are still in the air so you can just...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 24 Feb 23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,006
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
We went in October on a Sunday morning to go to...

We went in October on a Sunday morning to go to the farmers market. Didn't notice it being any different to past visits, still clean and friendly. The walk around the lake was nice.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 24 Feb 23, 04:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,327
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
You could take the footpath and walk over to OKW...

You could take the footpath and walk over to OKW and breakfast at Olivia's. If you don't want to walk back you can then get the boat or bus back to DS.
Forum: Accommodation 21 Feb 23, 05:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,243
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Having stayed at both my preference would be OKW...

Having stayed at both my preference would be OKW as I found it more relaxing and also the studios have more space with two proper beds which could be an advantage depending on your party.
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 21 Feb 23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,580
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
We went to Sickies in October and really enjoyed...

We went to Sickies in October and really enjoyed the food and the service was really good. Good t-shirts as well.

Fords probably has a wider range of menu options but I wouldn't put anyone off...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 21 Feb 23, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,030
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
It was Presidents Day holiday so maybe unexpected...

It was Presidents Day holiday so maybe unexpected last minute demand from US people deciding to have a few days away?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Feb 23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 703
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Been through Gatwick at a few different times of...

Been through Gatwick at a few different times of day in recent months and not taken more than 10 minutes to get through security so they seem to be pretty well organised now.
Forum: Accommodation 23 Jan 23, 11:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,878
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
When car hire prices dropped last year, I...

When car hire prices dropped last year, I switched my car hire to DFCH and added in the Hampton at Gatwick as it saved me a few hundred quid.

Originally we had no plan to use the hotel as we live...
Forum: Accommodation 23 Jan 23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 983
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Stayed there a long time ago. Rooms were quite...

Stayed there a long time ago. Rooms were quite big and the kids ate their weight on the free cookies they got every time we walked through reception.

We went before the bridge and it was about a...
Forum: Accommodation 20 Jan 23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,333
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
We had a studio at OKW last year and it was great...

We had a studio at OKW last year and it was great - lovely resort, especially for a quiet day by the pool.

I'm sure you and the family will love it.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jan 23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,648
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Probably because it is an unofficial sale so they...

Probably because it is an unofficial sale so they use a partner. They probably also have a commercial arrangement with PH as it is a way of potentially getting them more customers - "as you are...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Jan 23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,180
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
This year we were at OKW. Leisurely breakfast...

This year we were at OKW. Leisurely breakfast and packing, checked out bang on 11am. We left our cases in the car but kept out a change of clothes while we relaxed around the pool. Popped down to...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 17 Jan 23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,674
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Jungle Jims was a favourite of ours when we first...

Jungle Jims was a favourite of ours when we first started visiting. Was a recommendation from Simon's Brits guide. The cocktails had little plastic animals on the straws I believe. Such a shame...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 17 Jan 23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,152
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Little Greek by the Publix on 192 is a nice...

Little Greek by the Publix on 192 is a nice change with good sized portions and good value. Only caveat is that you should eat in as their delivery service seemed a little haphazard to be polite.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Jan 23, 03:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,294
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Busch Gardens often doesn't open until 10am. As...

Busch Gardens often doesn't open until 10am. As you are likely to be awake early due to jetlag, you might be better off arranging an early transfer to Contemporary and then leaving your bags with...
Forum: Accommodation 13 Jan 23, 05:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,980
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort

Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort
Forum: General Trip Planning 13 Jan 23, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 635
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
You may find more places than you think will take...

You may find more places than you think will take them but the exchange rate will be pretty poor. I have seen people use foreign currency at Heathrow.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 9 Jan 23, 12:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 928
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
There is a nice walk around the lake in...

There is a nice walk around the lake in Celebration - you could tie it in with a visit to the farmers market on a Sunday where there is a nice atmosphere around the place
Forum: Accommodation 9 Jan 23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,339
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
We stayed at OKW last year. I think some people...

We stayed at OKW last year. I think some people get a bit hung up about the size as it is only a 10 minute stroll to any room and there is the internal bus service.

The value for money there is...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Jan 23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 15,473
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
We went in October - two adults and a 17yo...

We went in October - two adults and a 17yo daughter staying four nights at HRH, Nine at OKY. All park tickets purchased in advanced, car hire but not fuel. No food included anywhere.

I used my...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 6 Jan 23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,500
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Used our Halifax Clarity credit card in...

Used our Halifax Clarity credit card in restaurants across Universal, Disney and the general area without any issues. There are no fees for currency conversion using the card so it also save a few...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Jan 23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,009
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
I bought these form my wife ahead of our trip...

I bought these form my wife ahead of our trip last October and she said they worked really well: ...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 23 Dec 22, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,136
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
As @Stanleycamel shared above, looks like the...

As @Stanleycamel shared above, looks like the Elizabeth Line trains are already going from Heathrow to Farringdon so this should be a fast and easy route (strikes permitting).
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Dec 22, 05:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,343
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Mini-van or two cars. Two cars may not be...

Mini-van or two cars.

Two cars may not be that much more expensive and gives you more flexibility depending on where you stay but you also need to consider any car parking charges you will need...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Dec 22, 05:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,136
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
When are you going? Later next year there should...

When are you going? Later next year there should be Elizabeth Line trains all the way from Heathrow through to Farringdon where you can then change for Thameslink services to Gatwick which should be...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 16 Dec 22, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Are you using the app or the website? If it is...

Are you using the app or the website? If it is the website, you might want to try a different browser.

I would use the app as you need to use that when you get out there. At worst, if you go to...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Dec 22, 03:58 PM
Replies: 981
Views: 172,221
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
You can also post it back. We rented from MCO...

You can also post it back. We rented from MCO but returned via TPA. I just posted my tag back in an envelope when i left our resort and they confirmed receipt of this a few days later.

The...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Dec 22, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,943
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Is this a flight only or holiday booking? If it...

Is this a flight only or holiday booking? If it is a holiday, have you tried contacting their Special Assistance team - special.assistance@virginholidays.com or 0344 557 3977?

According to their...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 13 Dec 22, 12:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,112
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Went to Breadbox for a light lunch and ordered...

Went to Breadbox for a light lunch and ordered the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich.

So much for a light lunch - it was absolutely huge and I had to use a knife and fork to work my way through it. ...
Forum: Accommodation 11 Dec 22, 10:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,318
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Wyndham Bonnet Creek resort

Wyndham Bonnet Creek resort
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Dec 22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,306
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Nope - we were there end of October and the Briar...

Nope - we were there end of October and the Briar Patch shop was shut and no Splash Mountain merchandise anywhere to be seen.

When we had our main MK ride visit, it closed before I could get on so...
Forum: General Chat 5 Dec 22, 04:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,357
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
I went to DS three times. Once by car, needed to...

I went to DS three times. Once by car, needed to go through security scanning, once on a boat from OKW and had to walk around to go through security scanning, once by bus but able to walk straight...
Forum: Accommodation 25 Nov 22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,168
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Wyndham Bonnet Creek resort fits your needs. ...

Wyndham Bonnet Creek resort fits your needs. Inside the Disney boundaries as it is next door to Caribbean Beach Resort so should be close enough to Disney for you but also only a couple of minutes...
Forum: Accommodation 21 Nov 22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,293
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Each park has its own bus and in addition there...

Each park has its own bus and in addition there is an internal bus. They all have clear signs on the front.

If you use a park bus to get to Hospitality House, they advise you to tell the drive...
Forum: ADR's, Dining, Food and Restaurants 21 Nov 22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,005
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Deliveroo or Just Eat into your hotel.

Deliveroo or Just Eat into your hotel.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Nov 22, 05:11 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 21,745
Posted By DonkeyCentreArf
Same here - we didn't eat much in the parks but...

Same here - we didn't eat much in the parks but what we did have in QS seemed to be much better quality and variety. The Berbere Chickpea Flatbread I had in MK at Pinocchio Village Haus was very...
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