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Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 22 Mar 24, 11:39 PM
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Posted By kateb78
We had breakfast at Mon Ami 2 weeks ago and it...

We had breakfast at Mon Ami 2 weeks ago and it was excellent. I guess everywhere can have an off day.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 22 Mar 24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,813
Posted By kateb78
Breakfast at Hash House A Go Go and Peppermill...

Breakfast at Hash House A Go Go and Peppermill. Brunch buffet at Wynn - we just did this and had no room for anything else all day apart from an Earl of Sandwich in the evening!
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 20 Mar 24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Oh yes lots has changed! We went to the new...

Oh yes lots has changed! We went to the new Fontainebleau resort too which has just opened. The north end of the strip has changed a lot over the last few years with Resorts World too. I’m sure...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 20 Mar 24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
It was a great trip! Yes, I’d not seen much about...

It was a great trip! Yes, I’d not seen much about Carlsbad either but I asked Aims on here and she said it was a nice place. We also had a Uber driver in vegas who was from San Diego and raved about...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 19 Mar 24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 607
Posted By kateb78
We just did 2 days in the parks. It was busy! We...

We just did 2 days in the parks. It was busy! We got to ride almost everything we wanted - we only used Genie+ in California Adventure. It was super busy in there because of the Food & Wine festival...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 19 Mar 24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Final thoughts It was a packed trip with...

Final thoughts

It was a packed trip with lots going on. We walked a total of 80 miles and drove about 600 miles.

Prices in the US are expensive, but Vegas is particularly noticeable. We were...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 19 Mar 24, 01:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Carlsbad We’d booked a couple of days on...

Carlsbad

We’d booked a couple of days on the beach at the end of the trip because we knew we’d be worn out…. It was a good decision!

We stayed at Beach Terrace Inn which is right on the beach...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 19 Mar 24, 01:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Anaheim The journey from Burbank to Anaheim...

Anaheim

The journey from Burbank to Anaheim took about an hour. We stopped off at the Outlets at Orange. These were a bit meh but did have a Panda Express where we stopped for the mandatory orange...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 19 Mar 24, 12:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Burbank We left Vegas having not made our...

Burbank

We left Vegas having not made our millions 😭 Luckily we had another week of holiday to look forward to!

We collected our hire car from Alamo at the airport - booked as always through...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 18 Mar 24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Vegas This was trip number 7 to Vegas so we...

Vegas

This was trip number 7 to Vegas so we know what we like to do when we’re there.

We had 2 nights comped and 3 nights casino rate at the Venetian which made it ridiculously cheap to stay...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Reports 18 Mar 24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 573
Posted By kateb78
Vegas, Burbank, Anaheim and Carlsbad - March 24 trip summary

As always, I’ll never get round to a full trip report, but here’s a summary with pics! My husband and I (we met up with some others in Vegas too) went for a 13 night trip staying in 4 hotels in Vegas...
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 862
Posted By kateb78
I’d not heard about that - I really hope it’s not...

I’d not heard about that - I really hope it’s not sentinel as I’ve been using them for years!
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 862
Posted By kateb78
Honestly I feel the same - but these guys just...

Honestly I feel the same - but these guys just seem to have it sussed! Never had anything except 10/10 experiences with them.
Forum: General Chat 26 Feb 24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 862
Posted By kateb78
Have you looked at Sentinel car park? We’ve...

Have you looked at Sentinel car park? We’ve always got good prices and excellent service from them. Drop the car off a minibus to the terminal - really easy and recommended.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 13 Feb 24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 722
Posted By kateb78
Adam Hattan has a good series from last year...

Adam Hattan has a good series from last year. We’ve just watched Brogan Tate’s visit too. Both very good.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 12 Feb 24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 712
Posted By kateb78
They’re an excellent, family-run company. Highly...

They’re an excellent, family-run company. Highly recommend!

Our port days changed during our cruise, and Olden Adventures swapped our tour and emailed us before we’d even heard from P&O...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 4 Feb 24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 419
Posted By kateb78
Second this! Andy has always got me decent deals...

Second this! Andy has always got me decent deals on west coast car hire and is a pleasure to deal with - if you notice the price drops then just get him to amend your booking, plus you pay nothing...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 29 Jan 24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 396
Views: 165,633
Posted By kateb78
Fabulous as always Amy, thank you so much! Really...

Fabulous as always Amy, thank you so much! Really looking forward to our trip.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 29 Jan 24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 396
Views: 165,633
Posted By kateb78
That’s fab to hear Amy, thanks. Yes, I’ve booked...

That’s fab to hear Amy, thanks. Yes, I’ve booked it. We have 2 nights there and hadn’t really planned anything but I LOVE the idea of taking the train. We do have a car but sounds like a nice option...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 29 Jan 24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 396
Views: 165,633
Posted By kateb78
Aims, you’re as helpful and as in demand as ever!...

Aims, you’re as helpful and as in demand as ever!

We’re coming in March and have found a great rate on Beach Terrace Inn at Carlsbad. I really like the look of it as it’s right on the beach. I...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 24 Jan 24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
Yuk, that doesn’t sound good! Glad EoS came...

Yuk, that doesn’t sound good! Glad EoS came through for you though. The Food & Wine festival is on when we’re there so I’m sure there will plenty to try with some hits and misses! Hope you’re having...
Forum: General Trip Planning 22 Jan 24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 507
Posted By kateb78
We’ve used Purple Parking and got the shuttle to...

We’ve used Purple Parking and got the shuttle to the Hilton Garden Inn T2/T3. You can walk to T3 from the hotel in about 10 minutes.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 20 Jan 24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
They sound good! Off to have a look as the only...

They sound good! Off to have a look as the only ice creams on my list were from the adorable snowman kiosk. Thank you :)
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 19 Jan 24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,642
Posted By kateb78
We had a similar conundrum a couple of years ago...

We had a similar conundrum a couple of years ago. Due to the time our flight landed, we chose to stay at the Grand Hyatt at SFO. It was almost dark by the time we got to our room so it was the right...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 18 Jan 24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 325
Posted By kateb78
We did afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian for...

We did afternoon tea at the Grand Floridian for my mum’s 60th. It was lovely.

We also thought about a fireworks cruise but just couldn’t get it to fit with our plans. Maybe another one to consider?
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 16 Jan 24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 744
Posted By kateb78
In San Diego, we really liked Richard Walker’s...

In San Diego, we really liked Richard Walker’s Pancake House for breakfast. It seemed a “locals” kind of place and had a nice vibe.

We also went to Cheesecake Factory at Seaport and SD was also...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 16 Jan 24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By kateb78
This sounds like my kind of tour! Was the walk of...

This sounds like my kind of tour! Was the walk of fame parking called something specific do you remember?
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 16 Jan 24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By kateb78
Fab thanks :) We have a Warner bros tour booked...

Fab thanks :) We have a Warner bros tour booked the day before our spare day. Looking forward to that! We’re also planning to visit Queen Mary on our way back to the airport (heading back from San...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 16 Jan 24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By kateb78
Thanks for your reply. I think I’ll feel the same...

Thanks for your reply. I think I’ll feel the same as you but will do it to say I’ve done it!

Yeah the pier and observatory are far apart… we could do the observatory on a different day if it comes...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 16 Jan 24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By kateb78
Hollywood - self drive tour

We’re staying in Burbank and have a day to do Hollywood/LA “stuff”. It’s not a place I’m super interested in but feel like I should tick it off the list!

The only places I definitely want to see...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 13 Jan 24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 425
Posted By kateb78
We’ve had a Chevy Tahoe a few times and find them...

We’ve had a Chevy Tahoe a few times and find them very comfortable and roomy! Usually always booked through Alamo via DFCH.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 12 Jan 24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
Thank you. Oooh yes, Black Tap! We went to the...

Thank you. Oooh yes, Black Tap! We went to the one in Vegas and I nearly died from a freakshake overload 😆
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 12 Jan 24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
Thanks Chris! I’d looked at that for a dining...

Thanks Chris! I’d looked at that for a dining package so will look at the menu again. Yes I’m a food blog addict but it’s always good to hear personal recommendations for exactly the reason you...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 11 Jan 24, 10:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
The food and wine festival is on too so we...

The food and wine festival is on too so we definitely won’t starve!

I’ve heard a lot about the grilled cheese so it’s definitely on the list - thank you!
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 11 Jan 24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
Looks like I’m going to be starving 😂

Looks like I’m going to be starving 😂
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Jan 24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 947
Posted By kateb78
Disneyland food!

If you could have one meal in each park which restaurant would you choose?

Same for snacks - what’s the best thing you’ve had in each park (and where can I get it!)?

We have one day in each...
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Jan 24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 361
Posted By kateb78
It was a bargain when I booked it in May compared...

It was a bargain when I booked it in May compared to other places nearer the park (it’s only 3 miles away!). The shuttle is $6 a day.
Forum: Disneyland California and West Coast Trip Planning 10 Jan 24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 361
Posted By kateb78
I’ve booked Ayres Hotel Orange for our March...

I’ve booked Ayres Hotel Orange for our March trip. It gets consistently good reviews and is served by the ART shuttle. Not sure how reliable that is but it’s about l $10 in an Uber if not! Previously...
Forum: UK Holiday Planning & Days Out 30 Dec 23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 655
Posted By kateb78
If you’re a Downton Abbey fan, Highclere Castle...

If you’re a Downton Abbey fan, Highclere Castle isn’t too far from Southampton.
Forum: General Trip Planning 16 Dec 23, 12:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,419
Posted By kateb78
We loved Florence! We did the same route as 51 -...

We loved Florence! We did the same route as 51 - flew into Pisa, visited the leaning tower and then got the train to Florence. Super easy.

It’s a compact place to wander around with loads to see...
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