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Forum: Trip Planning Florida 21 Apr 24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 439
Posted By Spotter
We completed twighlight check-in at Manchester...

We completed twighlight check-in at Manchester for tomorrow morning a few hours ago. There was a sign on the desk for lithium batteries which included an image of a power pack saying it must go in...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Apr 24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 295
Posted By Spotter
Thanks for clearing that up. At least it not just...

Thanks for clearing that up. At least it not just us.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 17 Apr 24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 295
Posted By Spotter
Virgin Atlantic Pre-order Meal from Manchester

Hi there,

We fly at the start of next week from MAN-MCO. We can now pre-order our meal in UC. There are only three choices and a soup.

We were under the impression that there would be extra...
Forum: Accommodation 12 Apr 24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 240
Posted By Spotter
No you don’t. We were staying at the Swan last...

No you don’t. We were staying at the Swan last year and you just show your room key at the kiosk as you drive towards the parks. It was never an issue. We’re off to the Swan again next week and will...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 11 Apr 24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 436
Posted By Spotter
We did Avis at the Hard Rock when there last...

We did Avis at the Hard Rock when there last year. We booker via BA the day before as it was cheaper.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 6 Apr 24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,664
Posted By Spotter
We were asked last year by the immigration...

We were asked last year by the immigration officer. Said we had teabags, instant coffee and breakfast bars. They were all fine. We just made sure we declared all food we had on us.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Mar 24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,684
Posted By Spotter
I wonder if it’s this video which I saw a couple...

I wonder if it’s this video which I saw a couple of weeks ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHT0QnPOpqc

He then did one about the 192 about a week later
...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Mar 24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,645
Posted By Spotter
Last year we took $300 as all our spend is on...

Last year we took $300 as all our spend is on Halifax Clarity. Only used the money for tips.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Mar 24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,282
Posted By Spotter
We go next month having used the BLC discount...

We go next month having used the BLC discount with WDTC. Phoned them and just quoted the discount code. The initial price was exactly the same as the online price. We also used the discount to add on...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 17 Mar 24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,610
Posted By Spotter
We did that last year. Picked the pass up when...

We did that last year. Picked the pass up when arriving at the airport then picked the car up at Disney after 3 days. Just add the plate in the app when you get your car.

We then went to Universal...
Forum: Accommodation 28 Feb 24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 627
Posted By Spotter
Stayed at the Swan last year and going back in...

Stayed at the Swan last year and going back in April. Location and access to the extended evening hours being the main reason. Quieter than the Dolphin but can still be busy if there’s a convention...
Forum: Accommodation 25 Feb 24, 11:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,948
Posted By Spotter
We’ve stayed at Beach Club, Wilderness Lodge,...

We’ve stayed at Beach Club, Wilderness Lodge, Animal Kingdom and Swan. We’re back to the Swan this April. I know it’s not the full Disney experience but the location is great and it’s Disney moderate...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Feb 24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,137
Posted By Spotter
We are flying from Manchester in April. Currently...

We are flying from Manchester in April. Currently showing 330 out, 350 back so can be either or. We’re upper out and premium back. Would have been better the other way round with the aircraft but hey...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 29 Jan 24, 11:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,540
Posted By Spotter
That's Virgin finally taken our money today...

That's Virgin finally taken our money today. Upgraded November 24th for outbound in late April.
Forum: Accommodation 16 Jan 24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 529
Posted By Spotter
We have the Swan booked for April. I phoned WDTC...

We have the Swan booked for April. I phoned WDTC as we were using the Blue Light Card discount and asked about the resort fees. The agent said they were included, although I don't have anything in...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 14 Jan 24, 12:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,798
Posted By Spotter
I have advanced chronic facet joint degeneration...

I have advanced chronic facet joint degeneration to the mid and lower lumber, start of arthritis in my lower lumber and osteoarthritis in both hips which I’m waiting to see a consultant for, again...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 9 Jan 24, 12:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,540
Posted By Spotter
Upgraded from PE to upper on 24th November and...

Upgraded from PE to upper on 24th November and still waiting for it to be taken. I phoned just before Christmas and told it could still be a few weeks.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Dec 23, 12:54 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,785
Posted By Spotter
The same issue with car parking at MAN. We have a...

The same issue with car parking at MAN. We have a booking for meet and greet. As our flight has been brought forward by 2 1/2 hours we have to amend the parking entry time. It's added an extra £18 as...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 16 Dec 23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,785
Posted By Spotter
Thanks to this thread I checked our booking next...

Thanks to this thread I checked our booking next April MAN to MCO. Checked the app first which showed no changes. Then logged in on the web and the outbound has changed from 1230 to 1005 along with...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 23 Oct 23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 39,745
Posted By Spotter
April 2024 2 adults, 1 child (adult for Disney) ...

April 2024 2 adults, 1 child (adult for Disney)

MAN-MCO Virgin PE both ways £1525 +135k points
11 nights WDW Swan £3,025
14 night WDW tickets £1595
3 night Disney Wish cruise £2460

Hotel,...
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Oct 23, 12:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,351
Posted By Spotter
To be fair I just did a quote on their website...

To be fair I just did a quote on their website. Although it was significantly higher so I just left them. They had been recommended by a colleague.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Oct 23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,351
Posted By Spotter
They were cheaper than Autoeurope. I don't know...

They were cheaper than Autoeurope. I don't know about the others.
Forum: Car Hire & Transportation 18 Oct 23, 03:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,351
Posted By Spotter
I booked a full size SUV with them last week for...

I booked a full size SUV with them last week for next year. CDW and extended protection of $1 million included in the print.

We've always used Avis via BA so this is the first time straying from...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 8 Oct 23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,320
Posted By Spotter
Another vote for Nike Pegasus from me. Come up on...

Another vote for Nike Pegasus from me. Come up on offer quite often on their website.
Forum: Accommodation 6 Oct 23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 701
Posted By Spotter
We stayed in the Swan last December. No problem...

We stayed in the Swan last December. No problem with evening hours and we took full advantage of them. Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Epcot evening hours when we were there. You’re still within...
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 3 Oct 23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 860
Posted By Spotter
We’ve just booked a 3 day Wish cruise through...

We’ve just booked a 3 day Wish cruise through WDTC using the Blue Light discount. It was the same price as Disney Cruise website to the pound. £150pp deposit which is non-refundable if you cancel.
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 2 Aug 23, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 923
Posted By Spotter
We’re leaving for Barcelona in 12 hours and board...

We’re leaving for Barcelona in 12 hours and board the Symphony on Sunday. Only just finished packing now!
Forum: Disney Cruise Line and Other Cruise Planning 15 Jul 23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,851
Posted By Spotter
We are on the Symphony of the Seas 7 night...

We are on the Symphony of the Seas 7 night western Med cruise next month.

Balcony stateroom 2A 1C approx £4,300 (10% Blue Light Card discount), pre paid gratuities.

Day trip to Rome for three...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Jun 23, 10:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 636
Posted By Spotter
We didn’t drive much in December but still did...

We didn’t drive much in December but still did the VTP. Fit, forget and then don’t need to think about cash at all. Would do the same again.
Forum: Accommodation 4 May 23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 722
Posted By Spotter
We stayed in the Swan in December. Busy time but...

We stayed in the Swan in December. Busy time but never waited more than 10 minutes for a bus to Disney Springs and there were always seats. Can’t comment on AK as we had a car and just drove there.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 3 Feb 23, 09:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 834
Posted By Spotter
We booked in-store with Virgin last year as we...

We booked in-store with Virgin last year as we were staying at both Disney and Universal and was easier us to do it that way.

There was a £25 Retail Booking Fee which was non-refundable.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 10 Jan 23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,852
Posted By Spotter
I was on 3 payg when we were there last month...

I was on 3 payg when we were there last month. Stayed at the Swan and the Hard Rock. No issues anywhere at the hotels or parks. Indeed, most of the time I just used the cellular network for the...
Forum: Accommodation 6 Jan 23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,656
Posted By Spotter
We stayed for 4 night at the Hard Rock last...

We stayed for 4 night at the Hard Rock last month. Our room was at the end of the building and it was a 3 minute walk from the exit to the security check to enter City Walk. Two minutes later and we...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 2 Jan 23, 04:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,983
Posted By Spotter
In mid December we did Velocicoster twice. The...

In mid December we did Velocicoster twice. The first time it was showing 60 mins and it was done in about 45. The second time was 75 mins I think and that was fairly accurate.

We did Hagrids and...
Forum: Theme Parks Florida 1 Jan 23, 11:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,875
Posted By Spotter
I booked for our son at 60 days out for our trip...

I booked for our son at 60 days out for our trip this month. I phoned but was only given one time slot at a time instead of options. Then I had a look using a VPN and the various time slots came up...
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 1 Jan 23, 12:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,317
Posted By Spotter
Four of our last five visits have been September...

Four of our last five visits have been September then this year we did the second two weeks in December. The weather was excellent this December, one afternoon of rain in two weeks and no chance of a...
Forum: Accommodation 29 Dec 22, 09:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,209
Posted By Spotter
We stayed at the Swan earlier this month. We...

We stayed at the Swan earlier this month. We booked with Virgin Holidays so the resort fee and hotel parking was included. If you have a hire car you can drive to the parks and avoid the parking fee...
Forum: Accommodation 24 Dec 22, 09:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,300
Posted By Spotter
We’re just back home this week. Stayed in WDW...

We’re just back home this week. Stayed in WDW Swan and Hard Rock Hotel Universal and over the last two weeks that hasn’t happened at all.
Forum: Accommodation 21 Dec 22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,505
Posted By Spotter
Just an update. We picked our car back up this...

Just an update. We picked our car back up this morning and there was an extra 4 miles on it so definitely taken off-site.
Forum: Trip Planning Florida 19 Dec 22, 04:54 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,209
Posted By Spotter
I went out to Universal in jeans and a t-shirt...

I went out to Universal in jeans and a t-shirt tonight. That was a mistake. Noticeable difference now.
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