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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • Hi. We are looking for a 3 week holiday for Christmas this year in Florida.To fit in 3 weeks we'd need to stick to flying out on the 9th or 10 December.

    The Quote itself: £6500
    Who the quote is from: Travel City Direct
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Virgin
    The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    The Holiday Dates: 09/12/17 to 30/12/17
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 3 Adults, 3 kids, 17, 14 , 13
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Villa & 7 seat mini van
    Is an in-flight meal included: yes

    Thanks for your help.:beer:
  • MATTR5
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    Hi Bumfield007

    I can save you approximately £750 on this like for like - there are a number of options on Vans, insurances, and Villas but we can do the Virgin flight and whichever option you go for we can ,make you a substantial saving - and we can do a £99pp deposit on this one

    I am a Travel Agent
    I’ve sent you a PM
    My company’s ABTA/ATOL numbers are G9172/6053. MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. You can check my ATOL with the CAA. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • rev_henry
    rev_henry Posts: 4,965 Forumite
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    edited 7 January 2017 at 2:29PM
    The Quote itself: £831 + £285 for lift pass, skis and boots
    Who the quote is from: purple travel
    Is there a booking fee: no
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Crystal ski/Thomson
    The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    The Holiday Dates: 11th - 18th February 2017
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 1 adult only
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Hotel Strolz, Mayrhofen, flying to Innsbruck
    The Board (self catering/half board etc): Half board
    Any specific requirements: Must be that hotel, can do 12th to 18th or 19th if cheaper, Can do LPL or LBA airport.
  • MATTR5
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    Hi rev_henry

    There are no flights available the week after so this is the best date

    Theyve given you 6% discount off agent price so id say thats fair - We would be the same price

    Mattr5

    I am a Travel Agent
    I’ve sent you a PM
    My company’s ABTA/ATOL numbers are G9172/6053. MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. You can check my ATOL with the CAA. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • Can anyone beat this quote please?

    Quote from Monarch

    Birmingham (BHX) 27-Dec-2017 09:30
    Las Palmas (LPA) 27-Dec-2017 13:50

    Las Palmas (LPA) 03-Jan-2018 14:40
    Birmingham (BHX) 03-Jan-2018 19:05

    Altamar Hotel
    1 bedroom apartment on a self catering basis
    Based on two adults including shared transfers and 20KG per person hold luggage allowance.
    Total cost £1451.74

    I either want the above accommodation or will consider Balcon del Mar.
  • MATTR5
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    Hi clairebear01

    Thats the cheapest deal that date - get it booked

    We webmatch Monarch but thats it so you unless you collect the Co-op points you would only save about £1 each booking with us - ive noticed their price is creeping up tho - this morning its £1472 plus transfers so whatever you do get booked quick

    Mattr5

    I am a Travel Agent
    I’ve sent you a PM
    My company’s ABTA/ATOL numbers are G9172/6053. MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. You can check my ATOL with the CAA. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • *Mhairi*
    *Mhairi* Posts: 23 Forumite
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    Looking for a quote for the following please:

    10th July - 24th July (could go as early as 8th)
    Flying from Edinburgh to Heraklion
    2 adults and 1 child (age 10)

    Hotel - Gouves Water Park Resort
    All inclusive (would consider other board basis)

    Price with Jet2 holidays -£2470

    Can anyone beat this?

    Thanks
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,239 Forumite
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    Hi *Mhairi*

    Hi I can save you a little bit on this but I can instead do a free upgrade so give me a shout

    Mattr5

    I am a Travel Agent
    I’ve sent you a PM
    My company’s ABTA/ATOL numbers are G9172/6053. MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. You can check my ATOL with the CAA. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • *Mhairi*
    *Mhairi* Posts: 23 Forumite
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    Can you let me have details please. Thanks
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,239 Forumite
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    I have messaged you
    Its a bit complex so you need to call so we can discuss options

    Mattr5
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