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Would you transfer money upfront for holiday let no protection?
I'm in a quandary! In the age of trip advisor and air b&b is it risky to trust paying someone without the protection of these companies. Or protection from paying with your credit card. How can I check the holiday let is legitimate? I have found a let on the IOW through trip advisor for the October half term. I have called…
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Anywhere in Uk where you can meet/hold a Orangutan?
Hey guys, anyone knows a place where you could meet/see orangutan in the uk?
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Holiday cottage companies
I've stayed in many cottages with many different companies over the years and whenever there's a problem it's always the same .... The holiday cottage company may have advertised the property, accepted your booking form, taken your money, but if there's a problem it's up to the owner of the property to decide if you are…
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surreal experience on virgin trains
Today we travelled up to Scotland on a Virgin train. Shortly after departing, there was an announcement on the PA that there was free WiFi for everyone onboard who had booked online with Virgin Trains - remember that, Virgin Trains. We managed to log in only to be met with a screen saying we had 15 free minutes but after…
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Looking for help
I booked a last min stay in Blackpool, I booked a B&B/Hotel called Grand Beach Hotel when I arrived there were 2 set of guests complaining, when I got my keys I went back to my room to find a couple in bed it turned out it was not my room and they gave me the wrong keys, when I finally got to my room it was not fit for…
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Is This The Cheapest?
I'm looking to travel from Blackpool to Cupar (Fife) in about three weeks and I've looked on train line and it's showing £99 ish on there, is this a good price? Also I've never travelled on a train alone before am stressing about getting on the wrong one etc and also leaving my luggage in the rack and having to go away…
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surreal experience on virgin trains
Today we travelled up to Scotland on a Virgin train. Shortly after departing, an announcement on the PA said there was free WiFi for everyone onboard who had booked online with Virgin Trains - remember that, Virgin Trains. We managed to log in only to be met with a screen saying we had 15 free minutes but after that a…
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Premier Inn Hub hotels
I have just come across these Hub hotels for the 1st time while looking a prices for a short budget break in Edinburgh. I can see that there is no parking and that the rooms are smaller. Neither of these is a problem for me. Are there any other significant differences (compared to the main Premier Hotels)? Would you…
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Sweet Sundays is back. Free cinema ticket with codes from sweet bags
Sweet Sundays is back and teaming up with Cineworld, Showcase, Empire, Movie House, Scott, Savoy, IMAX, Light Cinema, Merlin, Reel and WTW cinemas to give away more free cinema tickets to 2D movie screenings on any Sunday until 12 November 2017. https://www.sweetsundays.co.uk/ Packs you need to buy are listed here…
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Alton towers food and drink costs?
I have a 12 year old going to Alton towers during half term. She's been told to take money for food and drinks. It's years and years since I went there, anybody have a guess at how much she'll need for the day?
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Car Parking in Blackpool
Hi, I am visiting Blackpool for the day tomorrow. I am disabled and use a mobility scooter so would like a car park near the pleasure beach as that is were my family want to go. The idea is we will have a look at the illuminations before we head home. But we don't want to drive through the illuminations in our car. Thanks
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It's all about the Beds....
Good Morning All This is a general shout out to all those of you who may run a B&B, guesthouse, or self-catering accommodation..... Have you actually slept the night in your guest beds recently???? (and I don't mean a quick 30 second lie down) When staying away from home, the most important thing, IMO, is getting a good…
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home swap holiday
Hi all, I am thinking of doing a home swap holiday. I'm finding it really hard to find out what the legal situation is. I've found various template swap agreements on the internet, but they really don't look like binding agreements. My main concern is what happens in the worst case - say the other party end up refusing to…
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Does Booking.com price match on its own deals?
We are going to a wedding in Edinburgh at the end of the month and have booked into a hotel there for several night with booking.com planning to make it into a holiday break. The hotel price (for a double room) including free cancellation up to 24 hours before, and breakfast, is £928. No payment before you arrive. My…
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Last minute help
Hello everyone due to new work commitments i will be required to stay over night at different locations does anyone have any recommendations of a good website to book a room the night befor and get great deals. Thanks in advance
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Staying in Looe - ideas please?
Hi , We are staying in Looe for the second time this year next week. Last time we went to Polperro, Polruan and Looe itself. Just wondering what people's opinions of Seaton, Fowey or St.Austell are or any other destination within an hour from Looe. We enjoy hiking and picturesque scenery though not keen on hoards of…
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The Sun Days Out Promotion details 2017
Chessington World of Adventures ..TWO FREE TICKETS WORTH OVER £95 COLLECT 10 TOKENS FROM THE SUN FROM SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY TILL FEBRUARY 28TH You can visit from April 18th - October 31st Chessington World of Adventures Resort is a theme park that includes 10 themed lands AND over 40 rides and attractions. Add in a Zoo,…
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London Eye - any discounts or deals?
I'm looking to book the London Eye for 7 people in November but I'm trying to find a deal or discount code! I've seen a good deal through Tesco Clubcard (£2.50 voucher plus £10 cash a ticket) but it's only valid until October. Does anyone know if Tesco usually offer Clubcard deals for the Eye? Or any other ways to shave a…
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Pontins
Has anyone on here got an issue with Pontins as I have? seems to me they charge between £200 and 3400 per chalet per week and then offer a standard "oh dear here's £50 quid" letter when you complain about the disgusting, filthy hovel they call a holiday park...... anyone??:mad:
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Cadbury World Offers
Any offers for Cadbury World - looking to visit this weekend? Thanks