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Archives for April 2006

Spending Euros in the UK.
I have acquired quite a few Euros recently, but it's all in loose change so I can't exchange it for Pounds. I'm not likely to be travelling anywhere to use them in the forseeable future, so I wondered if anyone in MoneySavingExpert land knew of anywhere I could spend them in the UK? Are there any shops which would take…
Camping - what do I need to know?
In order to try and get a holiday by the beach on a very limited budget I am wondering whether camping would be an idea? We don't have a tent and know nothing about camping at all!. Can you go to a site where they provide the tent (already up!) or do you take your own? I certainly wouldn't buy one so is there an…
Lake Annency
Hi I am off on holiday to Lake Annency in 8 weeks time Any tips on good restaurants and things to do? Thanks:beer:
50th B'day in Rome
Hi! I'm off to Rome next weekend with friends (party of 8) to celebrate a 50th birthday (8th May) I'd like to book something special for that evening. Does anyone have suggestions (restaurant, show etc) that might fit the bill. We don't speak much Italian and are staying near St Peter's Square. Thanks, in advance, for your…
Has anyone used Totalstay to book hotel
I am searching for a hotel in Glasgow and Totalstay come out at the cheapest but I have never heard of them.Any suggestions gratefull recieved.
when to book cheap flights?
hi i'm wondering when is the best time to book cheap flights? is it best months in advance or nearer to the departure date? i will need to book about 14 to 18 return flights next september 2007 to PISA and was just wondering if you can give me advice. i know that the flights aren't even released yet but wondered when they…
Can I add a person on flight only to a booked package holiday?
I am sure you will know of someone who has experiened this. Basically I have booked 2 adults into a package holiday to Sidari, Corfu in June for 2 weeks. The accomodation is for 4 people max (paid no supplements for the under occupancy). I have 1 more adult who wishes to be added for 1 week only. I spoke to tour operator…
Impossible request! Portuguese speaker?
I realise the chances of anyone being able to help me are very slim but I feel it's worth a try - I have previously received very good advice on this site. Here goes - I'm trying to book accommodation in Amarante, Portugal. I have had recommended Casa Ze da Calcada, Rua 31 Janeiro 83, telephone 00 351 255 422 023. e -mail…
Manchester airport hotel 2nd june
Hi I am needing a hotel for 1 night on 2nd june at Manchester airport. I,ve narrowed it down to 2 hotels (as they have a/c and no bad reviews) these being the Radisson SAS and the Hilton. I have booked the Radisson on a flexible rate I can cancel at £115 (inc. breakfast) and I can see that the Hilton has rooms for £83 (no…
Tip for holiday spending money
This is probably something that people have already thought of but I thought I'd post anyway as I've found this quite useful. I'm going on holiday to Portugal at the end of May (my first holiday in over two years). Our accomodation is free and my flight was paid for as we're going to stay with family. But, as you'll see…
Thailand - advice please!
Hi there, I posted a few days ago about a deal I found to Thailand in August this year, thanks for all the responses. The deal was £585 for 4 nights in Bangkok and 8 nights in Phuket (3 star accomodation). Since then I have found cheap flights, with Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi for £459. This is flights only to BKK, and…
London Hotel Recommendations Pls
Hi, I'm planning to take my 4 children (5, 8, 12 & 14) to London this summer (mid-August) to do some sightseeing, and to meet up with some American friends who are over to attend a wedding. I've been looking at some online hotel booking sites, but would appreciate any recommendations from any members who have experience of…
Perpignan, France
Has anyone been there ? Any useful tips or things to see or recommendations ? Many Thanks
First time abroad - just read bad report on apartments!!
All you experienced travellers out there............ help!! After months of looking forward to our first family foreign holiday (been saving for years!), I have just read a review of the apartments I am going to. (I know, I should have done it before i booked but I didn't know about these review then). There are a few okay…
Nile Cruise 4.5* inc flight £289
https://www.teletextholidays.co.uk/hotdeals/Details.aspx?DealId=158 London Gatwick and Manchester departures on 5, 12, 19 & 26 June. 7 nights from £289, 14 nights from £389
Orlando September 06 £249 hotel, flight+car
https://www.teletextholidays.co.uk/hotdeals/Details.aspx?DealId=148 The offer is with WWW.TRAVELCITYDIRECT.CO.UK on 31 Aug 06 & 17, 21, 22, 24 Sep 06 from Gatwick
Trips in the U.S.; Rail Passes
Has anyone tried the U.S.Amtrack rail passes.I had a friend fto lunch today and we were mooting the idea of going next year.A good way to see the U.S. without too much driving we thought.Anyone tried these or been on U.S. trains and what are they like I have seen the passes quoted at about £180 for 15 days off -peak. We…
Cash or Credit Card
I'm off on holiday to Sweden at the end of June, and i have to pay for my hotels when i get there, which will be about £800, plus spending money for 2 weeks, so would i be better off changing money over here and taking it over or putting it on the credit card (Natwest Mastercard)?
europa cars doing 1 day one way car hire from alicante airport from £15.36 inclusive
just booked one day car hire collecting from alicante airport and the return drop to benidom for a ford fusion for £18.80...thats one way round those expensive transfers!! will very likely drop off same day to save worrying about parking it over night. dont need a car to return as the airport bus coincide with our flights…
National Express
National Express have a great deal on at the moment for anyone planning to travel to or from London they have a deal on called funfares which can be as little as £1.00 each way just booked a trip from London to Cardiff return for my mother for August and it cost just £2.00 I think the earlier you book the cheaper you will…

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