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  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,195 Forumite
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    I would just like to thank Matt and share on here my experience with him. 
    I come across this post Thursday and was a little unsure of what to do at 1st but decided to send Matt a PM yesterday. 
    Despite being off this weekend, he replied very quickly and beat the best price I could find for both like for like holidays I had sent him.
    He answered any queries I had and put me at ease. 
    Less than 24hours later I am all booked, having saved a fair amount and now cannot wait for my holiday. 

    So Matt, thanks again and I will most definitely be in contact again soon. 
    Awh Thank you for bookin g and this lovely feedback - its very appreciated x x 
  • leucojum
    leucojum Posts: 3 Newbie
    Second Anniversary First Post
    I’m wondering if anyone can beat this quote from Easyjet?

    Flexible on airline or tour op but not dates. 

    • The Quote itself: £1837 
    • Who the quote is from: Easyjet Holidays
    • Is there a booking fee: no 
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Easyjet
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester (Can do Liverpool as well)
    • The Holiday Dates: 17th May 2024 - 24th May 2024 (7 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Enorme Santanna Island
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive Premium 
    • Any specific requirements: Superior Double Room (need as twin beds, prefer higher floor is possible)
    • Is an in-flight meal included: No
  • eskbanker
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    leucojum said:
    I’m wondering if anyone can beat this quote from Easyjet?

    Flexible on airline or tour op but not dates

    • The Quote itself: £1837 
    • Who the quote is from: Easyjet Holidays
    • Is there a booking fee: no 
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Easyjet
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester (Can do Liverpool as well)
    • The Holiday Dates: 17th May 2024 - 24th May 2024 (7 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Enorme Santanna Island
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive Premium 
    • Any specific requirements: Superior Double Room (need as twin beds, prefer higher floor is possible)
    • Is an in-flight meal included: No
    I suspect you may need some flexibility for those dates! ;)
  • leucojum
    leucojum Posts: 3 Newbie
    Second Anniversary First Post
    eskbanker said:
    leucojum said:
    I’m wondering if anyone can beat this quote from Easyjet?

    Flexible on airline or tour op but not dates

    • The Quote itself: £1837 
    • Who the quote is from: Easyjet Holidays
    • Is there a booking fee: no 
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Easyjet
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester (Can do Liverpool as well)
    • The Holiday Dates: 17th May 2024 - 24th May 2024 (7 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Enorme Santanna Island
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive Premium 
    • Any specific requirements: Superior Double Room (need as twin beds, prefer higher floor is possible)
    • Is an in-flight meal included: No
    I suspect you may need some flexibility for those dates! ;)
    Whoops! I mean May 2025 😂
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,195 Forumite
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    leucojum said:
    eskbanker said:
    leucojum said:
    I’m wondering if anyone can beat this quote from Easyjet?

    Flexible on airline or tour op but not dates

    • The Quote itself: £1837 
    • Who the quote is from: Easyjet Holidays
    • Is there a booking fee: no 
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Easyjet
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester (Can do Liverpool as well)
    • The Holiday Dates: 17th May 2024 - 24th May 2024 (7 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Enorme Santanna Island
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive Premium 
    • Any specific requirements: Superior Double Room (need as twin beds, prefer higher floor is possible)
    • Is an in-flight meal included: No
    I suspect you may need some flexibility for those dates! ;)
    Whoops! I mean May 2025 😂
    Im so sorry ive been i;ll today and not checked emails 
    I'll be honest as you are just over the Sale code £2000 to get the £200 off there's not much I can do so Id say check cashback and book this one direct 

    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

  • RaymondF
    RaymondF Posts: 1 Newbie
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    Hi, I'd be grateful if someone could confirm whether the below quote is reasonable and whether it could be bettered please? We are flexible on dates as long as we're there for the 3rd December for a birthday. Also flexible on airline. All assistance would be much appreciated.
    • The Quote itself: £9,825
    • Who the quote is from: Blue Bay Travel
    • Is there a booking fee: unknown
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Blue Bay / Emirates / Siyam World Maldives
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    • The Holiday Dates: 30 November - 11 December 2025 (11 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Siyam World Maldives / Beachfront Suite with private pool
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive Premium 
    • Any specific requirements: 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Many regards
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,195 Forumite
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    RaymondF said:
    Hi, I'd be grateful if someone could confirm whether the below quote is reasonable and whether it could be bettered please? We are flexible on dates as long as we're there for the 3rd December for a birthday. Also flexible on airline. All assistance would be much appreciated.
    • The Quote itself: £9,825
    • Who the quote is from: Blue Bay Travel
    • Is there a booking fee: unknown
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Blue Bay / Emirates / Siyam World Maldives
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    • The Holiday Dates: 30 November - 11 December 2025 (11 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Siyam World Maldives / Beachfront Suite with private pool
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive Premium 
    • Any specific requirements: 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Many regards
    Hi Raymond

    Further to our messages I can't save you a huge amount on this one - im £170 cheaper at £9655 and have chatted re value etc 

    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
  • anthonyd923
    anthonyd923 Posts: 9 Forumite
    Seventh Anniversary First Post
    edited 24 March at 9:03PM
    • The Quote itself: £3256.72
    • Who the quote is from: Tui
    • Is there a booking fee: unknown
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Dreams
    • The departure Airport/Post: London Gatwick - Rhodes
    • The Holiday Dates: 8th April 2025 (7 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults - 2 kids (3 and 7)
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Dreams
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive - Family room
    • Any specific requirements: 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Sorry. Adding in. Be amazing if anyone could beat this quote for us.

    Trying to book a very last minute Easter holiday and seems like everywhere is either fully booked or ridiculously overpriced.
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,195 Forumite
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    • The Quote itself: £3256.72
    • Who the quote is from: Tui
    • Is there a booking fee: unknown
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Dreams
    • The departure Airport/Post: London Gatwick - Rhodes
    • The Holiday Dates: 8th April 2025 (7 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults - 2 kids (3 and 7)
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): TUI BLUE Sensatori Atlantica Dreams
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive - Family room
    • Any specific requirements: 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Sorry. Adding in. Be amazing if anyone could beat this quote for us.

    Trying to book a very last minute Easter holiday and seems like everywhere is either fully booked or ridiculously overpriced.
    Hi - I can get you another £157 off that so my price £3099   - all still booked with TUI so like for like 

    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: 1,195 Forumite
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    Hi All

    As the Travel Agent who beats most quotes on here I'm just letting you know I am off to Cape Verde for a short break
    I'll be back in on Tuesday 1/4/25

    I am a Travel Agent
    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


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