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1 Aug 17, 09:58 AM |
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The carry ons aren't really an issue, when I know we're doing a hop like this we just pack the carry ons really lightly , most people have too much "stuff" anyway especially on night flights coming home. iPad , power block , clean knickers and a toothbrush are the only true essentials
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1 Aug 17, 01:35 PM |
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We just had one light carry on as we knew we would have to carry it in Philadelphia. Did same in Chicago too in 2013. If choice is 4/5 hours or a longer layover will go for longer one to see a bit of another city.
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1 Aug 17, 01:36 PM |
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VIP Dibber
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Think clothing too. November in Chicago was a shock after Florida especially on an open top bus!
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1 Aug 17, 01:36 PM |
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I would certainly agree with most, 5 hours is too short a time to leave the airport and get back in time for your flight. As said you will need to go through security again (as you have left the airport) onus on you to catch your flight, if you miss it, it is not the carriers responsibility to fly you on, you will need to pay for an additional flight to your destination.
We have a 5 1/2 layover in Charlotte next Thursday and after security and customs clearance (1/2 hr up to 2hrs who knows) we plan to have a good mooch around the airport, then have meal and wait for the gate to open for our next short flight to Daytona. Play safe and stay within the airport. Single figures at last and nearly there. |
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1 Aug 17, 03:06 PM |
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Excited about Disney
Join Date: Jul 16
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Thanks guys for all the replies...
Think we might have to give it a miss then ... Coming from a boxing family , i have boxed since i was young and for the Army just older and injury's catch up with me now... have loved those films from being small and to know they are there and we will probably never go to America again , will be gutted , but think we would worry about missing our flight ,so probably give it a miss.. Thanks for all the help ... |
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1 Aug 17, 04:47 PM |
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Disney's Yacht Club Guest
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Philly traffic can be horrendous. A recent work trip from close to airport to downtown Philly took 40 mins but the trip before that took 2.5 hours. Too much of a risk in my view.
In the airport there aren't any lounges you can pay for as a one time guest as far as I am aware -the US don't seem to go for these. Food-wise you could get a Philly Cheesesteak at Geno's or while away a couple of hours in Legal Sea Foods just along from the food court. There are also the white rocking chairs all over the airport to have a rest in and you need to make sure you get to see the Lego Liberty Bell over towards the A gates. |
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1 Aug 17, 07:41 PM |
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I've never met anyone who only went to America once ... you'll be back
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1 Aug 17, 10:20 PM |
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Getting Excited
Join Date: May 15
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We did it years ago but on the way to Orlando. Caught a train from the airport, saw the Liberty Bell, had lunch and caught the train back for our onward flight.
Would i do it again? No not with the level of security to go through. Plus I'm a nervous nellie now and wouldnt dare. Pam |
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2 Aug 17, 08:47 AM |
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5 Aug 17, 05:32 PM |
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Imagineer
Join Date: Mar 09
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DD did this route with a few nights in Philly, saw the liberty bell and other historical items. Really enjoyed it.So maybe an idea for a new trip.
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