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Forum: Theme Parks Florida 25 Sep 20, 08:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,061
Posted By smudgester
I am assuming their £1400 included park tickets;...

I am assuming their £1400 included park tickets; Paying for a room at the hotel only gets you the room and express passes - it doesn't actually get you into the park.

Staying on site at one the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 25 Sep 20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,827
Posted By smudgester
My family couldn't believe it when I insisted we...

My family couldn't believe it when I insisted we went to DC on our last trip to Florida. My OH thought is very expensive for what she assumed you got. We ended up getting the Ultimate tickets (inc...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 25 Sep 20, 07:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,973
Posted By smudgester
What bonus is this ? EDIT: Nevermind, it's...

What bonus is this ?

EDIT: Nevermind, it's the free upgrade / companion flight for £10k spend, yes ?
Forum: Pre-Trip Reports 23 Sep 20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 17,868
Posted By smudgester
Loving the itinerary CFB I wonder if you can...

Loving the itinerary CFB

I wonder if you can just pay to be paddled at Heart Attack Grill without having to order any food ;)
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 20 Sep 20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,656
Posted By smudgester
My geographical knowledge of West Coast USA...

My geographical knowledge of West Coast USA clearly needs some work - I had San Francisco, Las Vegas and LA in all the wrong places LOL.

We were also kind of ruling out Vegas due it's location...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 19 Sep 20, 08:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,656
Posted By smudgester
Thanks for the ideas so far folks. We...

Thanks for the ideas so far folks.

We already had the 'usual' stuff for San Fran on our list [ Alcatraz, over the bridge, etc ] - it helps my OH has an old school friend that lives there ;)...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 19 Sep 20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,656
Posted By smudgester
Looked at that, but for our dates flying back...

Looked at that, but for our dates flying back overnight from LA (on the last Saturday in July) puts the total price up by at least £4k :omg:
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 19 Sep 20, 08:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,656
Posted By smudgester
LOL - what a schoolboy error; have already made...

LOL - what a schoolboy error; have already made one mistake in my post. The plan is to fly into San Francisco and out of LA (not the other way round as per my OP)
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 19 Sep 20, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,656
Posted By smudgester
Question First time west coast road trip ... questions and more questions

Hi all,

So we are planning a July 2021 road trip along the West Coast (first time as a family) and - at this early stage - have a few questions from the seasoned pros on here ;)

There will be 2...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 22 Feb 20, 06:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 621
Posted By smudgester
Galaxy's Edge at Disney Land ?

Hi all,

Quick question - are there any major differences between Galaxy's Edge at Disney Land and WDW ?

Does the California one have both rides and the light saber building workshop ?

Also,...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 7 Apr 18, 11:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,035
Posted By smudgester
So ... we went to the one in Disney Springs last...

So ... we went to the one in Disney Springs last night and it was absolutely awesome. Worth every penny - even if. as as techie, I was always thinking "how did they do that bit? ", etc.

Got...
Forum: Social Groups 7 Apr 18, 10:48 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 88,592
Posted By smudgester
That's interesting to know. In 2015, I...

That's interesting to know.

In 2015, I couldn't get in the test seat for either Rip Ride Rocket or Hulk (so didn't bother queuing)

We are out here now and did Seaworld yesterday. Didn't fit the...
Forum: Accommodation 7 Apr 18, 10:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 710
Posted By smudgester
stupid onsite universal questions ...

Hi all,

Got a couple of stupid onsite universal questions if I may ...

1) What time can RPR guests 'check in' to take full advantage of the FOLP ?
2) Does anyone know what the park opening...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 26 Mar 18, 10:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,035
Posted By smudgester
It better be open in a couple of weeks time (ish)...

It better be open in a couple of weeks time (ish) at least - that's is when we have booked it for :D

We booked it a while ago as well so I find it odd that it now only goes up to the end of March.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Mar 18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 750
Posted By smudgester
We are not on that flight but that could be it...

We are not on that flight but that could be it. We are actually on LHR -> MIA [ VS5 ] leaving @ 11:35 but the original departure time was later than that.



Yes

EDIT: LOL - typically just...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Mar 18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 750
Posted By smudgester
That's what I thought but ... I am now less than...

That's what I thought but ... I am now less than 72 hours from depature time and (even if I am logged into the Flying Club) it still wants to charge me £30 per normal Economy seat :confused2
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Mar 18, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 750
Posted By smudgester
Virgin Flying Club - booking seats ...

Hi all,

Stupid question but ...

If you are in the Virgin Flying Club, does the 72 hour point - at which you can prebook seats for free - kick in exactly 72 hours before the scheduled departure...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 26 Mar 18, 08:43 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,629
Posted By smudgester
We are doing it this way this year - in 3 days in...

We are doing it this way this year - in 3 days in fact :D And the flights were a lot cheaper than direct to MCO

We fly direct, with Virgin, from LHR to MIA and then drive straight to the Keys
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Mar 18, 08:08 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 22,530
Posted By smudgester
So only people who booked Economy Classic after...

So only people who booked Economy Classic after the middle of March (and not people who have been switched to Economy Classic from the old standard Economy) get to book their seats for free ?
...
Forum: Social Groups 19 Mar 18, 09:08 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 88,592
Posted By smudgester
Apologies for bumping my own post but ... does...

Apologies for bumping my own post but ... does have anyone have any advice on how Busch and Seaworld compare to Universal for larger people ? Better ? Worse ?
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 19 Mar 18, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By smudgester
Are previous years Universal refill mugs still usable ?

Hi all,

As above really - and we are talking refill mugs from 2015 here :blush:

If not - does anyone know the maths / figures on at what point a refill mug becomes worth it or at how many...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Mar 18, 08:54 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 28,210
Posted By smudgester
Completely forgot about this ... We are...

Completely forgot about this ...

We are booked to stay overnight @ the RPR on Sunday 9th (they day after the show) so hopefully it will all have calmed down by then. Presumably Universal (or the...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 5 Mar 18, 06:02 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,451
Posted By smudgester
Are water shoes recommended for everyone (even...

Are water shoes recommended for everyone (even teenagers and adults) ? And is it just the dolphin pool which is rough underfoot or is it rough everywhere in the water ?
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 Feb 18, 08:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 916
Posted By smudgester
Bear in mind that a single night hotel booking...

Bear in mind that a single night hotel booking gets 2 days of unlimited passes for every guest.

Two unlimited passes for, presumably 1 day, is always going to way cheaper than a room at any of the...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Feb 18, 08:00 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 12,128
Posted By smudgester
We found the same as well. "Bid for an...

We found the same as well.

"Bid for an upgrade" only works for people who booked direct with VA (and possibly Virgin Holiday). The last time we asked for an upgrade price (from the agent) they...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Feb 18, 05:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,286
Posted By smudgester
Thanks. The drop off isn't an issue; we are...

Thanks.

The drop off isn't an issue; we are dropping off at a different airport in preparation for an early morning internal flight.
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 Feb 18, 05:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,356
Posted By smudgester
Keen to know the answer to this as well. We are...

Keen to know the answer to this as well. We are going 1st week in April

If, as it seems, there are no shortage of sun beds (in and out of the shade) due to their strict capacity policy then it...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Feb 18, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,286
Posted By smudgester
How strict is Alamo pick up / drop off time ?

Hi all,

This morning I went through the OLCI/Skip the counter process with Alamo using our original booking information.

I completely forgot that VA have changed our outbound arrival time...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 18 Feb 18, 03:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,603
Posted By smudgester
We are doing both the Keys and NYC on our...

We are doing both the Keys and NYC on our upcoming trip over Easter.

We fly into Miami (but don't spend any time there), drive straight to Key Largo (IIRC ... staying at the Seafarer) where we are...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Feb 18, 02:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,608
Posted By smudgester
Same here (Surrey)

Same here (Surrey)
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 18 Feb 18, 01:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,252
Posted By smudgester
So ... are there any advantages of using the...

So ... are there any advantages of using the Caxton card over, say, the Halifax Clarity card ?
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Feb 18, 12:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,964
Posted By smudgester
When doing the OLCI, what dates you use for...

When doing the OLCI, what dates you use for license start/exipry date ? The ones on the paper copy or the ones on the plastic card ?

Also, do you need to take both parts to the US ?
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 15 Feb 18, 03:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 990
Posted By smudgester
Late bargain from TUI ... 2 weeks over Easter for less than £415

Hi all,

Just seen the following on Hot UK Deals ...

4th - 18th April
Direct flights from LGW to Sanford
Room only accom @ Rosen Inn on International Drive
Car hire

Yours for just £412pp
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 15 Feb 18, 02:04 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,451
Posted By smudgester
Thanks - will check it out

Thanks - will check it out
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 14 Feb 18, 11:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,451
Posted By smudgester
How do you get/arrange that ? And are they heavy...

How do you get/arrange that ? And are they heavy / easy to bring home ?
Forum: Accommodation 13 Feb 18, 11:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 591
Posted By smudgester
Orlando airport hotels - recommendations

Hi all,

Looking for recommendations for a 1 night stay at a hotel ( 2A + 2C ) close to Orlando airport; we are on an internal flight to NYC early the following morning.

Doesn't need to be bells...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 12 Feb 18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,451
Posted By smudgester
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 10 Feb 18, 01:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,451
Posted By smudgester
That's good to know. Our son requires factor...

That's good to know.

Our son requires factor 50 (which I doubt DC provide) due to a condition he has so it is go to know we can bring our own.

Question for others that have been ...


can...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 10 Feb 18, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,735
Posted By smudgester
Sorry, you've lost me now :erm: The last...

Sorry, you've lost me now :erm:

The last time we went (back in 2015) every guest got a room key (but we normally kept three of them in the room) and also needed a paper pass (from the photo-booth...
Forum: Beyond the Parks 6 Feb 18, 02:21 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,789
Posted By smudgester
Thanks We ended up having to do the...

Thanks



We ended up having to do the same thing (which meant we also needed to add the CC we normal use for $ purchases to our Paypal account)



The one in Orlando is $29.95. Full refunds...
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