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Forum: General Chat 13 Nov 23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 871
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We have one. It is a great, but pricey, addition...

We have one. It is a great, but pricey, addition to the kitchen. When we first got it, we tried lots of different types of recipes, but now tend to use it for the same ones. It’s great for soups,...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Oct 23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,707
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Unfortunately ESTAs will be declined for anyone...

Unfortunately ESTAs will be declined for anyone that has traveled to Cuba on or after January 12, 2021. I think last minute emergency visas are available for emergency or humanitarian needs, but...
Forum: General Trip Planning 23 Sep 23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 511
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We booked with trailfinders - we looked at a...

We booked with trailfinders - we looked at a range of tours and told them where we wanted to visit and our budget and they organised the trip. It was brilliant and I would book with them again.
Forum: Hurricane Advice 28 Aug 23, 11:33 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 20,180
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We’re at the poly, still in the parks. We heard...

We’re at the poly, still in the parks. We heard about the hurricane in a queue at typhoon lagoon and on here otherwise wouldn’t have realised how close it is.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 22 Aug 23, 08:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,231
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Act1980 I hope you friend got their flight...

Act1980 I hope you friend got their flight changed. We had our flight originally booked to Dallas on the booking system, then BA holidays phoned us as we were waiting for the coach to heathrow offer...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Aug 23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,421
Posted By Laughing Minnie
It has definitely helped booking the BA flight...

It has definitely helped booking the BA flight with as a package. We are in a queue of people waiting to go by coach to heathrow. I just need to rebook our plans from tomo.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Aug 23, 05:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,421
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Thanks for looking. I’ve just had a call from BA...

Thanks for looking. I’ve just had a call from BA holiday as we had booked a couple of nights at RPR with the flight, they have now booked us on a virgin direct tomorrow from heathrow. Thank goodness...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Aug 23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,421
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Cancelled flight - looking for advice

We were flying with BA today on the 10:40am direct flight from gatwick. Unfortunately the windscreen had cracked and we had to turn back to gatwick. BA are booking us onto an indirect flight tomorrow...
Forum: General Chat 8 Aug 23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,552
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We double check the fridge freezer is still...

We double check the fridge freezer is still turned on. One year we came back after two weeks in the summer to find that we had turned off all of the electric switches, including the fridge!
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 26 Jun 23, 10:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,088
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Ghibli museum is also worth a visit, you have to...

Ghibli museum is also worth a visit, you have to buy the tickets a month in advance.
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 26 Jun 23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,088
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We loved some of the quirky things: - TeamLab...

We loved some of the quirky things:
- TeamLab immersive art is amazing.
- Robot Restaurant was interesting, but now doesn’t allow children.
- Ninja Restaurant food was delicious and fun.
- we ate...
Forum: General Chat 25 Jun 23, 06:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,827
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Such a lovely, kind thing to do.

Such a lovely, kind thing to do.
Forum: General Chat 21 Jun 23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,520
Posted By Laughing Minnie
I really feel for your tenant and the situation...

I really feel for your tenant and the situation you are in. If and when you increase the rent, you will pay more tax, as you are taxed on income not profit, which could mean that you might need to...
Forum: General Chat 19 Jun 23, 01:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,515
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Wow, what amazing photos

Wow, what amazing photos
Forum: General Chat 19 Jun 23, 01:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 935
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We have a robot hoover that also mops the floors...

We have a robot hoover that also mops the floors. We have a dog, so we empty it every couple of days. Now the mopping function is aways showing dirty water, no matter how recently it was mopped!
Forum: General Chat 8 Jun 23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,429
Posted By Laughing Minnie
He is so cute

He is so cute
Forum: General Chat 1 Jun 23, 11:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,280
Posted By Laughing Minnie
It is such a sad story, the poor families.

It is such a sad story, the poor families.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 24 May 23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 12,670
Posted By Laughing Minnie
I’d pay 50% towards the debt, 20% in a rainy day...

I’d pay 50% towards the debt, 20% in a rainy day fund and 30% towards the holiday. I love saving but it is good to have fun and nothing feels better than reducing bills / mortgage.
Forum: General Chat 23 May 23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,971
Posted By Laughing Minnie
I hope it works out for you. I work in the...

I hope it works out for you. I work in the environmental field and would say it is still worth looking at park time environmental job opportunities without a masters. The environmental degree gives...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 May 23, 09:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 836
Posted By Laughing Minnie
My husband is vegetarian and we found the table...

My husband is vegetarian and we found the table service and lounges really good for adapting the food options. We asked for the meat to be excluded, for instance for the breakfast with waffles or...
Forum: Accommodation 7 May 23, 09:19 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,565
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We are debating whether to book it or not for...

We are debating whether to book it or not for this August. We’ve booked everything else but left a 2 day gap to book. I know we’d love it but is so much for 2 days that I’m not sure if it is value...
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 23, 10:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,811
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Can I ask which vet you use please? We live in...

Can I ask which vet you use please? We live in the same area and haven’t found a vet that treats tortoises.
Forum: General Chat 10 Jan 23, 11:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,529
Posted By Laughing Minnie
It is such a lovely hotel, you will have a great...

It is such a lovely hotel, you will have a great time. There is a great ghost tour that starts next door to the hotel from the Oxford Castle and prison called the Bill Spectre ghost tour. Also the...
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 9 Oct 22, 03:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,821
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Your posts bring such joy and are thoughtful and...

Your posts bring such joy and are thoughtful and generous. I hope you have a lovely trip. I’m glad Japan has opened up more, we’re hoping to go back next year to see more of the Gachapon machines.
Forum: Accommodation 29 Oct 21, 12:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,552
Posted By Laughing Minnie
I called yesterday as well and was told that it...

I called yesterday as well and was told that it was just open for Canada and US and to monitor the website. I’d love to go in July or August next year.
Forum: General Chat 22 Mar 21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,978
Posted By Laughing Minnie
They look really good

They look really good
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 22 Mar 21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By Laughing Minnie
I was really sad to hear that they had banned...

I was really sad to hear that they had banned overseas visitors to the Olympics. Really tough for the fans and the athletes. It will be great on the TV but not the same, will you still go to Japan...
Forum: General Chat 5 Mar 21, 11:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,140
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Have an amazing birthday 🥳 🎂

Have an amazing birthday 🥳 🎂
Forum: General Chat 2 Mar 21, 07:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 713
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Hope he has a lovely birthday! The cake looks...

Hope he has a lovely birthday! The cake looks delicious 🥳
Forum: General Chat 10 Jan 21, 12:13 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,013
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Wow it looks amazing!

Wow it looks amazing!
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 5 Jan 21, 09:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,517
Posted By Laughing Minnie
They do a fantastic breakfast and it is so easy...

They do a fantastic breakfast and it is so easy to walk to the terminal. Really lovely hotel and great staff.
Forum: General Chat 1 Jan 21, 07:22 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,575
Posted By Laughing Minnie
Good luck with the wine investment, it sounds...

Good luck with the wine investment, it sounds fun. I collect whisky, which if you get the right bottles, will appreciate in value and if the value drops, you have a great bottle to drink!
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 27 Dec 20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 805
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We stayed at the Hyatt regency Tokyo near...

We stayed at the Hyatt regency Tokyo near Shinjuku. We really liked the hotel as it was pretty central and had a nice pool and great breakfast. We had a great BA holiday deal of flight and hotel. It...
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 17 Dec 20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,994
Posted By Laughing Minnie
AnthonyJ I love your giveaways, they are really...

AnthonyJ I love your giveaways, they are really kind and full of interesting Japanese stuff! We are hoping to go back to Japan next October or December. We really want to see USJ Nintendo Land and go...
Forum: Polls 17 Dec 20, 08:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,168
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We have moved this year’s booking to summer 2021,...

We have moved this year’s booking to summer 2021, but I think we will move it again to 2022. I’d love to go next year but would think we won’t travel abroad until October / December and probably back...
Forum: General Chat 18 Nov 20, 08:45 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,689
Posted By Laughing Minnie
I always wanted to work in disaster relief work...

I always wanted to work in disaster relief work. I carried out a six month secondment with Oxfam and absolutely loved it, but returned to my job in a water company. I really enjoy my job but have a...
Forum: General Chat 13 Nov 20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,605
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We bought my DH’s Nan a robotic vacuum cleaner...

We bought my DH’s Nan a robotic vacuum cleaner. She loved it and would invite her friends over for a cup of tea to watch it.
Forum: General Chat 6 Nov 20, 08:52 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 8,746
Posted By Laughing Minnie
So sorry for your loss

So sorry for your loss
Forum: General Chat 2 Oct 20, 06:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,846
Posted By Laughing Minnie
OP your first post really made me giggle. I am...

OP your first post really made me giggle. I am not sure why, but thanks 😀
Forum: Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong Theme Parks 29 Sep 20, 08:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,876
Posted By Laughing Minnie
We spent 4 nights in Kyoto in December, it is...

We spent 4 nights in Kyoto in December, it is such a beautiful city. Have you thought about an Airbnb? We hired a gorgeous villa in Higashiyama, which was a couple of minutes walk to Gion and near to...
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