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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,223 Forumite
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    edited 3 June 2023 at 6:05PM
    • The Quote itself: 2781
    • Who the quote is from: Jet2
    • Is there a booking fee: 15
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Jet2
    • The departure Airport/Post: Stansted
    • The Holiday Dates: 19/07/23 - 5 nights
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults 2 kids (16 and 13)
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Kipriotis Aqualand
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): AL
    • Any specific requirements:
    • Is an in-flight meal included:


    Hi Deleted_User

    I can book that for you with Jet2hols so all like for like for £144 less so £2639 total - You could also do 6 nts same dates - Direct price £3153 and I can save you £154 on that so £2999 for 6 nts all inclusive - and no booking fee or card charges on either option 

    I can't help you with a search - I just work by Discounting - but Jet2 have some good prices on Azure by Yelken in Turkey, Kipriotis Village in Kos (part of the same complex i think), Globales Binimar,  Cala'n Forcat, Menorca so maybe have a look at those - again I'll be cheaper than booking direct 
    If you want to book either option come back to me by Monday lunchtime as their £50pp off sale is due to end Monday nt midnight (it could get extended but its a risk)

    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.
  • moneysavvy35
    moneysavvy35 Posts: 432 Forumite
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    Hi looking to travel to New York in August - must include 28.08.23 - 5 or 6 nights. Can anyone see if they can get similar dates & hotel any cheaper please?

    The Quote itself: £1899 for 2 people
    Who the quote is from: British Airways
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: British Airways
    The departure Airport/Port:  London Heathrow
    The Holiday Dates: 23.08.23-29.08.23
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    The Hotel : Hyatt Centric Times Square New York (but dont mind any 4 star hotel in area)
    The Board : Room Only
    Any specific requirements: Two hold bags
    Is an in-flight meal included: yes
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,223 Forumite
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    Hi moneysavvy35

    I cant get that any cheaper for you 

    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.
  • Hi, can anyone beat the following quote:
    • Quote: £3062
    • From: Jet2 holidays
    • Booking fee: No
    • Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:  Jet 2
    • Departure Airport/Post: Glasgow/Gran Canaria
    • Holiday Dates: 1-15 August 2023
    • No of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults & 1 child (age 5)
    • Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Cordial Playa Mogan Hotel
    • Board (self catering/half board etc): Jet 2
    • Specific requirements: deal also includes check in luggage and transfers 
    • In-flight meal included: No
    Also happy to fly from Prestwick with Ryanair on same dates (or similar dates +/- 2 days) if cheaper.

    Thank you!
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,223 Forumite
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    edited 21 June 2023 at 2:41PM
    Hi, can anyone beat the following quote:
    • Quote: £3062
    • From: Jet2 holidays
    • Booking fee: No
    • Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:  Jet 2
    • Departure Airport/Post: Glasgow/Gran Canaria
    • Holiday Dates: 1-15 August 2023
    • No of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults & 1 child (age 5)
    • Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Cordial Playa Mogan Hotel
    • Board (self catering/half board etc): Jet 2
    • Specific requirements: deal also includes check in luggage and transfers 
    • In-flight meal included: No
    Also happy to fly from Prestwick with Ryanair on same dates (or similar dates +/- 2 days) if cheaper.

    Thank you!
    Hi babycakes50050

    I can't see this available with Jet2hols for £3062 - its showing £3600 - see below 

    Cordial Mogan Playa
     Puerto Mogan, Gran Canaria
    Our rating

    Tripadvisor Rating
    Based on 5456 reviews
    Luxe Collection
    Free Resort Flight Check-In
    Cordial Mogan Playa
    Holiday
    Hotel
    Flights
    Benefits
    14 Nights, Tue 01 Aug 2023 View dates & prices
    Half Board See 3 options
    1 x Twin room
    Return flights from Glasgow Intl
    View flight times
    22kg Bag Allowance
    10kg Hand Baggage
    ATOL Protected
    Coach Transfers
    Per paying person
    £1,200
    Holiday price from
    £3,600

    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.

  • magough
    magough Posts: 33 Forumite
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    Hi all, looking to book asap but would like a little cheaper if you can get it please. 

    • The Quote itself: £3314
    • Who the quote is from: Easyjet Holidays
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Easyjet/Napa Plaza Hotel 
    • The departure Airport/Post: Gatwick
    • The Holiday Dates: 24/6/24 - 1/7/24
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 6
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Napa Plaza 
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): Bed and breakfast
    • Any specific requirements: 1 suitcase needed each. Quote is including a 23kg hold bad and a small cabin bag. 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: No
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,223 Forumite
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    edited 15 August 2023 at 5:06PM
    magough said:
    Hi all, looking to book asap but would like a little cheaper if you can get it please. 

    • The Quote itself: £3314
    • Who the quote is from: Easyjet Holidays
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Easyjet/Napa Plaza Hotel 
    • The departure Airport/Post: Gatwick
    • The Holiday Dates: 24/6/24 - 1/7/24
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 6
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Napa Plaza 
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): Bed and breakfast
    • Any specific requirements: 1 suitcase needed each. Quote is including a 23kg hold bad and a small cabin bag. 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: No
    Hi - Just got your DM 3 rooms - 2 adults per room 
    I'm not massively cheaper on Easyjet Holidays but I can book that for you for £3238
    Same £60pp deposit - all booked though Easyjet Holidays 

    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.
  • Hello, my partner and I are planning a last-minute trip to the Dominican Republic, we have narrowed it down to several hotel options, so I hope it's ok to ask about multiple.

    Answers to general questions:
    • Holiday Dates: 5/9/23 - 19/9/23 (overnight flight arriving 20/9/23)
    • Flight Operator: TUI 
    • Departure Airport: Birmingham 
    • Destination Airport Punta Cana
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The number of people traveling: 2 Adults traveling as a couple, no preference as to whether the room is two beds or a king, as seems to be common in the Dominican Republic.
    • Board: All Inclusive
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    • Any specific requirements: No
    These are the Hotel choices:
    • The Hotel: Lopesan Costa Bavaro
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1618pp (£3236 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Holiday Hypermarket with Bluelight Card £30 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 2 x 20kg checked bags.
    • The Hotel: Dreams Flora
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1499pp (£2998 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Holiday Hypermarket with Bluelight Card £30 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 2 x 20kg checked bags
    • The Hotel: Dreams Macao
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1728pp (£3456 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Holiday Hypermarket with Bluelight Card £30 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 2 x 20kg checked bags.
    • The Hotel: Dreams Onyx
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1879.50pp (£3759 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Love Holidays with Bluelight Card £25 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 1 x 20kg checked bag.
    I'd be interested to know if any of those quotes can be beaten or if there are any quotes within a similar ballpark that would include a swim-up room or preferred status upgrades. Thank you so much for your time.



  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,223 Forumite
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    Hello, my partner and I are planning a last-minute trip to the Dominican Republic, we have narrowed it down to several hotel options, so I hope it's ok to ask about multiple.

    Answers to general questions:
    • Holiday Dates: 5/9/23 - 19/9/23 (overnight flight arriving 20/9/23)
    • Flight Operator: TUI 
    • Departure Airport: Birmingham 
    • Destination Airport Punta Cana
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The number of people traveling: 2 Adults traveling as a couple, no preference as to whether the room is two beds or a king, as seems to be common in the Dominican Republic.
    • Board: All Inclusive
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    • Any specific requirements: No
    These are the Hotel choices:
    • The Hotel: Lopesan Costa Bavaro
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1618pp (£3236 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Holiday Hypermarket with Bluelight Card £30 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 2 x 20kg checked bags.
    • The Hotel: Dreams Flora
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1499pp (£2998 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Holiday Hypermarket with Bluelight Card £30 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 2 x 20kg checked bags
    • The Hotel: Dreams Macao
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1728pp (£3456 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Holiday Hypermarket with Bluelight Card £30 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 2 x 20kg checked bags.
    • The Hotel: Dreams Onyx
    • Room Type: Junior Suite
    • Quote Itself: £1879.50pp (£3759 total)
    • Who the quote is from: Love Holidays with Bluelight Card £25 discount
    • Includes: Transfer (shuttle) and 1 x 20kg checked bag.
    I'd be interested to know if any of those quotes can be beaten or if there are any quotes within a similar ballpark that would include a swim-up room or preferred status upgrades. Thank you so much for your time.



    Hi - I've had a quick look and I can't beat those prices 
    On lates i'm really best at beating Jet2holidays - but they don't go there 

    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.
  • Hi can anyone beat this quote please:

    Hotel Reykjavik Saga
    Bed and Breakfast
    2 adults, 1 room
    Fri 8th Dec 2023 Manchester - Keflavik 06:00 - 08:55
    Tue 12th Dec 2023 Keflavik - Manchester 18:30 - 21:10
    2 x 23kgs hold baggage included
    2 x Small cabin bags included

    Price for flights, hotel and trips as detailed below
    Standard Double Room £1731.24
    Flybus PLUS Return Airport Transfers drop off and pick up at your hotel and Transport for the tours , Northern Lights Tour on your first night & Golden Circle Tour on your second day.
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