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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • MATTR5
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    MarkB said:
    Hi, Looking to see if anybody can help beat this.  We'd also be open to slightly alternative dates (departing Wed 15th or 22nd instead of Sat 18th October) and resort, with non-negotiables being Adults-only resort based in Hurghada.
    • The Quote itself: £2,304
    • Who the quote is from: firstchoice.co.uk
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: TUI/First Choice
    • The departure Airport/Post: Newcastle
    • The Holiday Dates: 18th - 25th October 2025
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults, 0 children
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): TUI BLUE Makadi Gardens, Hurghada, Egypt
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Any specific requirements: n/a 
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    • Note: quote includes transfers and checked luggage
    Hi. I’m away this week back Saturday. As it’s a late deal don’t wait for me. If another agent replies great. But otherwise check Cashback and log into mytui to get best price in

    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 anybody beat this quote

    The quote itself    £3432-00
    Who the quote is From - Jet2 Holidays
    is there a booking fee  - no
    The tour operator    -  Jet2 Holidays
    Departure airport    - Newcastle
    Holiday dates - Friday 11 Sept  2026 /  2nd Oct 2026  ( 21 nights )
    The number of people travelling  - 2 adults
    the hotel   -  Thanos appartments ,Troulos, Skiathos
    The board  -  Self Catering
    Any Specific requirements  - 2 bedroom appartment
    Is an in-flight meal included  - no
    Note quote includes transfers and luggage
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,214 Forumite
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    Can anybody beat this quote

    The quote itself    £3432-00
    Who the quote is From - Jet2 Holidays
    is there a booking fee  - no
    The tour operator    -  Jet2 Holidays
    Departure airport    - Newcastle
    Holiday dates - Friday 11 Sept  2026 /  2nd Oct 2026  ( 21 nights )
    The number of people travelling  - 2 adults
    the hotel   -  Thanos appartments ,Troulos, Skiathos
    The board  -  Self Catering
    Any Specific requirements  - 2 bedroom appartment
    Is an in-flight meal included  - no
    Note quote includes transfers and luggage
    Hi duveutb

    Thanks for messaging today - perfect timing as im away again tomorrow 8/10 to 14/10 inclusive 

    I can do that for at least £200 cheaper than that 

    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 said:
    Can anybody beat this quote

    The quote itself    £3432-00
    Who the quote is From - Jet2 Holidays
    is there a booking fee  - no
    The tour operator    -  Jet2 Holidays
    Departure airport    - Newcastle
    Holiday dates - Friday 11 Sept  2026 /  2nd Oct 2026  ( 21 nights )
    The number of people travelling  - 2 adults
    the hotel   -  Thanos appartments ,Troulos, Skiathos
    The board  -  Self Catering
    Any Specific requirements  - 2 bedroom appartment
    Is an in-flight meal included  - no
    Note quote includes transfers and luggage
    Hi duveutb

    Thanks for messaging today - perfect timing as im away again tomorrow 8/10 to 14/10 inclusive 

    I can do that for at least £200 cheaper than that 

    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.
    Thanks MATTR5 ,got your message ,have now booked it, great savings ,a big thank you from me
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,214 Forumite
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    Thank you for booking again, Alan - you're lovely to deal with and glad i saved you some money again

    Just a reminder to everyone, im away now until 15th Oct

    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.


  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,214 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    MATTR5 said:
    Thank you for booking again, Alan - you're lovely to deal with and glad i saved you some money again

    Just a reminder to everyone, im away now until 15th Oct

    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.


    Im back at my desk so can beat prices again - had to fly back early (home emergency)

    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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