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Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Apr 23, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 324
Posted By Ninnybobs
Last month it was all Mustangs and Camaro’s. I...

Last month it was all Mustangs and Camaro’s. I took the Camaro and smiled all the time I was driving it.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 7 Apr 23, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 831
Posted By Ninnybobs
I know what you mean… we were there 3 weeks ago...

I know what you mean… we were there 3 weeks ago and the whole area is still devastated. When you head towards Fort Myers it just gets worse.
We spent many an afternoon having a meal at Captain Cons...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 29 Mar 23, 07:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,687
Posted By Ninnybobs
There is a car park next to Old Town which costs...

There is a car park next to Old Town which costs $10. It’s two minutes walk from there.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 27 Mar 23, 10:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,453
Posted By Ninnybobs
Always use Aldi for the ‘big’ villa shop.

Always use Aldi for the ‘big’ villa shop.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Mar 23, 10:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 848
Posted By Ninnybobs
Hertz we’re fine for us in November. Tried to...

Hertz we’re fine for us in November. Tried to offer an upgrade for an extra $60 per day but did so in a nice way.
Once all the paper work was complete, we were given a parking bay number and that...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 19 Mar 23, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,286
Posted By Ninnybobs
We love the kayaking at Fort Desoto. Always...

We love the kayaking at Fort Desoto. Always plenty of manatees around when we have been out there.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Mar 23, 10:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,482
Posted By Ninnybobs
I paid at the gate and the bill came to $58.37...

I paid at the gate and the bill came to $58.37. That was for filling the tank of a Chevy Camaro.
Yes it had a couple of gallons left when I returned it, but it is worth it for the peace of mind.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 13 Mar 23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 443
Posted By Ninnybobs
We go first week in November and last week in...

We go first week in November and last week in February.
I would agree with Mr TM’s comments re the weather every year we have been apart from last November (Tropical Storm) and this February which...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Mar 23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,091
Posted By Ninnybobs
Manchester for me…. Drive down the night before...

Manchester for me…. Drive down the night before and stay in a Premier Inn (Heald Green) park in the Multi Storey West and off you go.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 1 Mar 23, 02:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,900
Posted By Ninnybobs
We buy our first night essentials (fried chicken...

We buy our first night essentials (fried chicken etc) from Publix and then do a weekly shop at Aldi the next morning. I was shocked at some of the prices in Publix this t8me around.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 1 Mar 23, 02:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,623
Posted By Ninnybobs
Agreed… we went there yesterday. Beautiful store...

Agreed… we went there yesterday. Beautiful store.
Still bought the bulk of our villa shop from Aldi.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 22 Feb 23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 500
Posted By Ninnybobs
Just book onto the free bus from Seaworld

Just book onto the free bus from Seaworld
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 12 Feb 23, 08:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,020
Posted By Ninnybobs
Agreed with T2 West

Agreed with T2 West
Forum: Beyond the Parks 12 Feb 23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,052
Posted By Ninnybobs
Fort Desoto park is my favourite…. Award winning...

Fort Desoto park is my favourite…. Award winning beach, historic fort, piers, dolphins, kayaking and walks.
Plenty of videos on YouTube
Forum: Shopping in Florida 11 Feb 23, 11:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,810
Posted By Ninnybobs
You are only two minutes away from both an Aldi...

You are only two minutes away from both an Aldi and a Walmart, you could always pop in before arriving at the villa.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 7 Feb 23, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,539
Posted By Ninnybobs
We have done both of them numerous times… enjoyed...

We have done both of them numerous times… enjoyed them both, but neither of them can compete with Spirit of the Swamp.
Forum: Beyond the Parks 5 Feb 23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,905
Posted By Ninnybobs
City Pier restaurant for a nice meal followed by...

City Pier restaurant for a nice meal followed by a ice cream from Two Scoops.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 5 Feb 23, 06:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,976
Posted By Ninnybobs
Places like Publix and Walmart have started...

Places like Publix and Walmart have started checking the notes for forgeries very much like we would in the UK.
Forum: Tickets 5 Feb 23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,032
Posted By Ninnybobs
I have always found the dining at Seaworld to be...

I have always found the dining at Seaworld to be acceptable. No better or worse than other parks.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Jan 23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,809
Posted By Ninnybobs
Always do Seaworld for first day with Old Town in...

Always do Seaworld for first day with Old Town in the evening if it’s a Friday or Saturday.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Jan 23, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,604
Posted By Ninnybobs
Go for it…. It’s easy and really quite enjoyable...

Go for it…. It’s easy and really quite enjoyable. It’s a little bit like doing a jigsaw, some start with the corners others start from the middle. You still get the same result in the end.
Having...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Jan 23, 08:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By Ninnybobs
That’s a hard choice. I’ve hired each of these...

That’s a hard choice.
I’ve hired each of these cars at least 4 times each and still would find it hard to decide.
Forum: Shopping in Florida 8 Dec 22, 11:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 973
Posted By Ninnybobs
The best lemonade in Florida is from the store at...

The best lemonade in Florida is from the store at the end of the Gulf Pier at Fort DeSoto. Funny but they also do the best Burger and Fries in Florida as well.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 20 Nov 22, 12:25 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 21,732
Posted By Ninnybobs
We (family of 5) returned home today having done...

We (family of 5) returned home today having done a day at each of the Disney Parks.
I think its fair to say that we won’t be going back.
We have visited Disney parks for the last 25 years and now...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 14 Nov 22, 04:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,052
Posted By Ninnybobs
This is my favourite place on the planet… we try...

This is my favourite place on the planet… we try and visit a few times each trip.
Last week whilst fishing the dolphins were playing with me pinching my fish when I caught them.
The kayaking is...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 13 Nov 22, 01:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,004
Posted By Ninnybobs
This is the 23rd time we have been to Florida and...

This is the 23rd time we have been to Florida and today was the first time to Discovery Cove and I must admit it has been the best day ever.
Great value when bought as part of the Ultimate ticket...
Forum: Tickets 13 Nov 22, 01:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,102
Posted By Ninnybobs
Been to DC today…… Awesome 😎😎😎

Been to DC today…… Awesome 😎😎😎
Forum: Beyond the Parks 1 Nov 22, 03:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,346
Posted By Ninnybobs
Favourite day out would start of at the Manatee...

Favourite day out would start of at the Manatee Viewing Station at Tampa followed by a couple of hours at Ellenton Mall, then a quick drive over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge ending in Fort Desoto Park...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 15 Oct 22, 09:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,084
Posted By Ninnybobs
Thank you everyone… driving between parks it...

Thank you everyone… driving between parks it is.👍👍👍
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 15 Oct 22, 09:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,756
Posted By Ninnybobs
Thanks everyone for the info… we haven’t been...

Thanks everyone for the info… we haven’t been since COVID struck so the info on OLW was greatly appreciated Mick.
I think we will just brave the I4 and come off at Champions gate. I can taste the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 Oct 22, 08:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,084
Posted By Ninnybobs
Disney Park Hopping for Numpties

Hi everyone,
Sorry to ask this very basic question, but it’s been a long time since we have done Disney and never park hopped when there.
So, we are booked at MK on 8/11, but it’s one of the...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 14 Oct 22, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,756
Posted By Ninnybobs
MCO - 417 to 192 Toll Booth

Hi everyone,
In an attempt to avoid the inevitable queues on the I4 on a Friday evening leaving the airport en route to Ronald Reagan Parkway, I was considering exiting the 417 onto the 192 and then...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 5 Oct 22, 10:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By Ninnybobs
Wherever you decide to fish… make sure you buy...

Wherever you decide to fish… make sure you buy the appropriate fishing license.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 2 Sep 22, 12:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 734
Posted By Ninnybobs
US Presidential Dollar Coins - Legal Tender ?

Hi everyone,
We were fortunate to get hold of a part collection of Danbury Mint, US Presidential dollar coins a couple of months ago. There were 36 Presidents with around 460 coins in total.
We are...
Forum: General Chat 1 Jun 22, 11:28 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,727
Posted By Ninnybobs
For anyone who likes the Premier Inn Hypnos beds,...

For anyone who likes the Premier Inn Hypnos beds, you can buy that very mattress from Hypnos Premier Inn. The Kingsize mattress is £599 delivered to your door with a 5-6 week delivery time.
Just got...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 25 Feb 22, 10:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,471
Posted By Ninnybobs
Have a look at a few YouTube videos of Fort...

Have a look at a few YouTube videos of Fort DeSoto…. Best place on Earth !
Forum: Beyond the Parks 13 Feb 22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 812
Posted By Ninnybobs
They are excellent…you won’t be disappointed...

They are excellent…you won’t be disappointed :cool2:
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 11 Feb 22, 09:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 679
Posted By Ninnybobs
Earlier the better and preferably on a weekend.

Earlier the better and preferably on a weekend.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 7 Feb 22, 10:52 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 35,489
Posted By Ninnybobs
Mine arrived yesterday… I can’t put it down. We...

Mine arrived yesterday… I can’t put it down.
We have been to Orlando 20+ times but this book still has me spellbound.
Great read !
Forum: Beyond the Parks 7 Feb 22, 10:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,889
Posted By Ninnybobs
You must visit Two Scoops for an ice cream.

You must visit Two Scoops for an ice cream.
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