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Holiday Let Down
Last October we went back to Cape Verde, a holiday we booked again with Thompsons as we enjoyed it so much a couple of years before. Well this time, was complete problem after problem, from the flight, ( I no they can't control who gets on the plane ) a drunken woman, calling cabin crew !!!!!!, for not allowing her anymore…
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Gatwick Travelodge - Tuesday 22nd Jan 2013
We were supposed to be going on holiday on Wednesday 23rd Jan, but due to non weather related circumstances, we had to change it. We had already booked two family rooms at the Gatwick Travelodge (the nicer one of the two) for the night of Tuesday 22nd January. We won't be using them and if there if an MSE user who would…
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Tesco Vouchers : Is it better to convert to Avios?
Apologies if this has been asked before. We are debating whether to convert our Tesco Vouchers into Avios pts. We have done the maths and its not much difference regarding a holiday abroad. We understand that you cant get the online discounts if you book via either Tesco's or Avios's reps so it sometimes makes you think…
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Off to Prague
We are going to Prague in Feb for a couple of days and wondered whether any one had any suggestions of things we must do? I have never been before so want to make the most of my time there. Also, how much spending money should we take? is it expensive or cheap while you are there? One more question, we need to get from the…
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Fit more clothing into a carry on
So I saw this youtube video claiming to show how to "pack for 2 months" in a carry on and I was sceptical but after trying it everyone should know this method. Video Here This "bundling" method really allows you to fit much more and is a great tip for packing anything! I managed to get 3 pairs of jeans, 1 pair of trousers,…
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New Delhi & Sydney stopovers>New Zealand
An enquiry please, for May+June. I don't mind if there's one/either stopover per leg of journey, or both on the outward or rtn leg. Should I look at different airlines for different sections? As I begin looking, I realise I have no idea how best to refine my search for airlines that cater for the above routes. Any tips and…
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When to book hotel?
Hi all. Bagged a good deal on a flight in June to turkey from cardiff last week, and wondering when is best to book a hotel? The prices at the moment are still quite high, despite the travel websites' "sales" being on. Is it best to wait until say April or may and getting a better deal, or do I then risk there being no…
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Camping!
I have two young children (2 and 3) and 2 lively dogs, and we recently became in possession of a lovely big family tent (a christmas present). I always camped as a child but I wondered if any seasoned family campers had any tips or advice! I plan to start off by only camping locally (within an hours drive) as the children…
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Australia and NZ are most expensive tourist destinations
Interesting report: "The two antipodean destinations are among the most expensive in the world for tourists, according to this survey - measured by comparing the costs of eight typical items, including drinks and meals."…
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grrr First choice incompetence staff
hello. we booked for first choice last year to fly to tenerife this june. my brother and his girlfriend decided they wanted to come with us, so they booked up as well as extra passengers on my booking. the girlfriend is now an EX and has cancelled off the booking. with first choice suggesting what was best (eventually…
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cheap family holiday for of 7 ??
Hi might sound crazy but am looking for any help finding a good holiday deal for a family group of 7 price looking for about £300 per person all incusive with 4 kids in group,We need allin or whats the point of a holiday lol..Should we try a last min deal or try the web.Date's for eary july.Have been been a on a…
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Cheapest way from Singapore to koh samui
Hey guys we are travelling to thailand in April. Arriving at Changi airport (singapore) We are hoping to see BAngkok, koh Samui and Phuket! As koh samui's airport is owned by bangkok airways and stupidly expensive to fly to we are looking for an alternative! My best plan so far is to...fly to phuket (around £60 with all…
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First time booking a holiday alone
Last time I was on holiday was in 1998 was with my mum and was 14. Planning to visit a mate in the USA just after Christmas day this year and staying for the week. I will admit to being ignorant in the organisation. What are the best websites or travel agents to find out flight costs (won't need a hotel), travel insurance…
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cooling off period
Hi a friend has just booked a stag do with thomas cook which is over budget for several people and has paid £2500 up front and added our names to flight tickets. Do you have a cooling off period in which to pull out or is this set in concrete?
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travel insurance to egypt
Hi, I know this might sound like a dumb question but does Egypt come under Europe or classed as worldwide. thank you
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Cruise Deals for young couple?
Hello everyone, Last year me and my girlfriend went on holiday for 7 days. Although we had a good time, we found being in one place a little boring. Got to about 3 days and it was either 'relax on the beach again' or 'sit in a car for 5 hours to get somewhere nice'. We thought about America or a Safari and then saw that…
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Venice V Prague
Looking to book a weekend away in April. Can get direct flights to both. Prague works out cheaper option. Anyone been to both to compare? Two adults travelling. We were in both Paris and Berlin last year and loved both.
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Tax refund for flights
Hello, I booked a flight through Expedia.com (not UK) for a return journey from Shenyang, China to Humberside, England and did not pay extra for cancellation insurance. I came home earlier quitting my job because of problems back home. China Southern Airways are not willing to refund the flight cost but I am wondering if…
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Do agents do credit checks?
Hi guys Just wondering if travel agents do credit checks when you book a holiday and then pay it up over the year?
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Texas Help
Hi We (4 adults and 1 15yr old) have cheap flights to Houston Texas booked and fly out on 19th March until 5 April. :D I am now in the process of booking hotels for the trip and have planned loosely the route we will be taking: 19/03/2013 Houston nr hobby airport 20/03/2013 Fairfield 21/03/2013 Dallas 22/03/2013 Dallas…
