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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,224 Forumite
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    I'll be honest I think thats a cracking deal for Universal so I'd book it if I was you

    But...

    I've had another look at the figures and I can just beat them like for like so could do it for £1575 saving you £25 if that helps - I'm robbing myself guv'nor! :)

    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.
  • MATTR5 wrote: »
    I'll be honest I think thats a cracking deal for Universal so I'd book it if I was you

    But...

    I've had another look at the figures and I can just beat them like for like so could do it for £1575 saving you £25 if that helps - I'm robbing myself guv'nor! :)

    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.

    Just to update everyone - with what was already an amazing, discounted deal, Matt was able to save me even more money on our holiday to Orlando. It might only have been £27, but it's still money saving.

    Better still, Matt was a huge help when booking with him - knowledgeable, friendly and really engaging. He was very easy to talk to, answering any and all questions I had and providing plenty of useful advice along the way.

    He's a partner with the CO-OP travel agents, so fully approved and trustworthy. Honestly, I'm so glad I booked with a real person, and saved money too - highly recommended.
  • Hi

    I want to go to the costa Del sol on 24 October, from any London airport, all inclusive for a week, 3 adults and a 16 year old. £1437 with transfers from travel republic.
  • MATTR5
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    edited 5 August 2017 at 9:22AM
    Hi Statesidemanc

    Thank you for that and thank you for booking - glad I could help :)

    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.
  • MATTR5
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    Hi Folkestone Lisa

    I can do the Puente Real in Torremolinos for £1358 from Stansted inc hold bags and transfers

    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.
  • tomo2001
    tomo2001 Posts: 21 Forumite
    edited 6 August 2017 at 11:03AM
    Hi Looking at Mexico 01/09/2018 for 14 nights at the Riu Playacar for 8 people (4 rooms)

    Looking at Thompson and First Choice;

    8 people

    SAT 1 SEP 2018 East Midlands - Cancun
    Depart: 10:00 Arrive: 14:15
    Thomson Airways. Direct.

    RTN SAT 15 SEP 2018 Cancun - East Midlands
    Depart: 16:30 Arrive: 07:40 (+1 Day)
    Thomson Airways. Direct.

    PRICE BREAKDOWN
    Discount: - £1052.16
    Basic Holiday £13152.00
    Options & Extras (total) £0.00
    Price Per Person £1512.48

    TOTAL PRICE £12099.84

    Possible 2.5% Quidco £302.50

    Any better pricing out there ? Thanks in advance.
    tomo
  • Katie-Kat-Kins
    Katie-Kat-Kins Posts: 1,741 Forumite
    edited 16 August 2017 at 8:25AM
    ***NOW BOOKED****


    Hi there!


    Hope someone will be able to bag me a bargain :-)


    I am looking to travel on or after 18/09/17 returning by 01/10/17, within those dates I am entirely flexible and there is some leeway to return a bit later if the deal is good.


    I am looking for a holiday for two, in a double room. The best deals I have found are flying from Manchester but Birmingham, East Mids, Doncaster or Leeds would also be fine. Luton at a push.


    I want to stay for 7 days in Sicily (though if there is a good deal for a longer break I would consider that too) I would prefer all inclusive but would reconsider for a bargain. I am looking at a resort near Taormina (Taormina/naxos/letojanni) as this is convenient for the sightseeing we are planning.


    The best deal I have found so far is on Holiday Hypermarket, for a first choice holiday, staying at Atahotel Naxos Beach Resort for 7 nights all inclusive at £682pp departing on 24/09/17 from Manchester.


    I think that is all of the information, hope someone can help.


    Thanks in advance!
  • MATTR5
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    Hi Tomo

    Thats a Thomson exclusive hotel and the Quidco 2.5% (though they say 1.5% on their site) - either way that knocks me out

    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.
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,224 Forumite
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    Hi Katie

    Ive got a flight from Birmingham on the 20/9 to Sicily and packages on all inclusive from £497 per person and 4* from £617 per person - both get 4/5 on Trip Advisor

    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.
  • Katie-Kat-Kins
    Katie-Kat-Kins Posts: 1,741 Forumite
    Thanks MATTR5 I have replied to your PM :)
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