Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

MATTR5

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

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diveunderthebonnet

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

diveunderthebonnet 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

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diveunderthebonnet

MATTR5 said:

diveunderthebonnet 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

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 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.

MsLikesToSave

Can anyone beat this quote?

The quote itself: £2570

Who is the quote from: jet 2

Is there a booking fee: no

The tour operator/airline/hotel: jet2/ The Ixian Grand and All Suites, Rhodes 

The departure airport/post: Glasgow

The holiday dates: 28th August 2026 for 5 nights

The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults

The hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): deluxe room with spa bath and sea view

The board (self catering/half board etc): all inclusive

Any specific requirements: all inclusive, private transfers, sea view, something special about the room (it’s our honeymoon)

Is an in-flight meal included: unsure but we’re not fussed either way

Important info: this includes 2 cases but we only really need 1. We don’t mind travelling from Edinburgh or Glasgow. Also don’t mind returning to either one of these, doesn’t have to be the same both ways. We would consider 6 nights if that’s how the flights fell. We’re flexible throughout August and September, we’re led by the prices and availability 

MATTR5

MsLikesToSave said:

Can anyone beat this quote?

The quote itself: £2570

Who is the quote from: jet 2

Is there a booking fee: no

The tour operator/airline/hotel: jet2/ The Ixian Grand and All Suites, Rhodes 

The departure airport/post: Glasgow

The holiday dates: 28th August 2026 for 5 nights

The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults

The hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): deluxe room with spa bath and sea view

The board (self catering/half board etc): all inclusive

Any specific requirements: all inclusive, private transfers, sea view, something special about the room (it’s our honeymoon)

Is an in-flight meal included: unsure but we’re not fussed either way

Important info: this includes 2 cases but we only really need 1. We don’t mind travelling from Edinburgh or Glasgow. Also don’t mind returning to either one of these, doesn’t have to be the same both ways. We would consider 6 nights if that’s how the flights fell. We’re flexible throughout August and September, we’re led by the prices and availability 

Hi - I can beat this - all still booked with Jet2holidays 
Firstly - some good news - im getting a cheaper direct price - see below of £2405 inc the room upgrade and Private Transfers (doesnt include other optional extras eg pre-booked seats)

I can book this for £2247 saving you over £150 

We can take a suitcase off but this only saves you £20 so with one case £2227 

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.

Your holiday to Rhodes

2 adults for 5 nights from Fri 28 Aug 2026

What's included 

Included in your holiday

• Return flights Glasgow Intl
• (2) 10kg hand luggage
• (2) 22kg baggage
• The Ixian Grand & All Suites
• All Inclusive Plus
• (1) Deluxe room with Spa Bath and Sea view
• Private transfers
• ATOL Protected

Prices may go up, book now to secure this price!

Base price

£2,564.00

Holiday Essentials 

£41.14

Discounts 

‑£200.00

Payable toJet2holidays

£2,405.14

MATTR5

Hi all

As the Travel Agent who replies to these almost exclusively can i ask a quick favour

If you ask me to beat a price, please check back a few hours later to see my reply, and if you dont want to boo,k just let me know (why would also be great but no pproblem if not) - it's really disheartening to quote and not hear back at all - Thanks 

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.

Pointy_Setter

Can anybody beat this quote

The quote itself £10,308

Who the quote is From - Holiday Hypermarket 

is there a booking fee - no

The tour operator - Holiday Hypermarket 

Departure airport - Gatwick (BA flights, depart 21:00 on 25/07, return depart 20:45 on 07/08)

Holiday dates - 25 July 2026 /07 Aug 2026 (12 nights in hotel )

The number of people travelling - 2 adults, 2 kids (age 9, 13)

the hotel - Zilwa Attitude, Mauritius 

The board - All inclusive 

Any Specific requirements - All inclusive family room with garden view and terrace

Is an in-flight meal included - yes

Note quote includes transfers and 23kg luggage