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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,224 Forumite
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    edited 15 December 2025 at 2:10PM
    grinch53 said:
    Can you beat this quote,
    transatlantic isles/tropical horizons 
    marella
    3 march -24 march 2026
    london gatwick departure and return 
    flight out 10.15am return 20.35pm
    all inclusive / cabin 6/7/8 deck
    std seats and in flight meals
    transfers inc
    std luggage
    price £2223.36 pp
    thanks

    Hi -  so direct price £2223 x 2 = £4446 - my price inc the same cabin etc all booked through Marella/TUI £4246 but if you book today by 3pm i'll make it £4396 saving you £250 

    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.

    NOTE - IM AWAY 18/12/25 TO 23/12/25 INCLUSIVE 
  • Is it possible to beat this?

    • The Quote itself:  £1149
    • Who the quote is from:  Jet2holidays
    • Is there a booking fee:  No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:  Jet2holidays / Park Umag
    • The departure Airport/Post:  Birmingham
    • The Holiday Dates:  18th-22nd May 2026 (4 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages):  2 adults, 2 children (10, 7)
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival):  Park Umag, Croatia
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc):  Self catering, Premium 3 bed
    • Any specific requirements:  Car hire included.
    • Is an in-flight meal included:  No
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,224 Forumite
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    edited 17 December 2025 at 4:32PM
    Is it possible to beat this?

    • The Quote itself:  £1149
    • Who the quote is from:  Jet2holidays
    • Is there a booking fee:  No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:  Jet2holidays / Park Umag
    • The departure Airport/Post:  Birmingham
    • The Holiday Dates:  18th-22nd May 2026 (4 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages):  2 adults, 2 children (10, 7)
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival):  Park Umag, Croatia
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc):  Self catering, Premium 3 bed
    • Any specific requirements:  Car hire included.
    • Is an in-flight meal included:  No
    Hi - From messaging I can see you have a discount code and tbh because the price is fairly low already i would be hardly any cheaper on this and im away from tomorrow so have advised you to 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.

    NOTE - IM AWAY 18/12/25 TO 23/12/25 INCLUSIVE 

  • MATTR5 said:
    Is it possible to beat this?

    • The Quote itself:  £1149
    • Who the quote is from:  Jet2holidays
    • Is there a booking fee:  No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:  Jet2holidays / Park Umag
    • The departure Airport/Post:  Birmingham
    • The Holiday Dates:  18th-22nd May 2026 (4 nights)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages):  2 adults, 2 children (10, 7)
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival):  Park Umag, Croatia
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc):  Self catering, Premium 3 bed
    • Any specific requirements:  Car hire included.
    • Is an in-flight meal included:  No
    Hi - From messaging I can see you have a discount code and tbh because the price is fairly low already i would be hardly any cheaper on this and im away from tomorrow so have advised you to 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.

    NOTE - IM AWAY 18/12/25 TO 23/12/25 INCLUSIVE 

    What another holiday ? only kidding MATTR5 enjoy and a Merry Christmas to you and yours. 
  • Hello I'd love if someone can beat this quote:

    The Quote itself: £2640

    Who the quote is from: On the Beach

    Is there a booking fee: No 

    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Airline: TUI Airways / Hotel: Hovima La Pinta Beachfront Family Hotel

    The departure Airport/Port: London Gatwick (LGW)

    The Holiday Dates: 21st February 2026 – 28th February 2026

    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 3 (2 adults, 1 child aged 3)

    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Hovima La Pinta Beachfront Family Hotel

    The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive

    Any specific requirements: quote price is for a One Bedroom Superior Apartment with Sea View; 2 x 20kg Hold Luggage included.

    Is an in-flight meal included: No. 

    Key Flight Times
     * Outbound (Sat 21 Feb): 09:50 (LGW
     * Return (Sat 28 Feb): 15:45 (TFS)

    I'd be open to a quote for the similar times of flight but leaving Wednesday 18 and returning Wednesday 25 too. 

    Thank you very much and Merry Christmas
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,224 Forumite
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    Hi  gracelet88

    I can't beat that - Im still guaranteeing to beat Jet2holidays, TUI packages and Easyjet Holidays packages i often can't beat companies like OTB or Love Holidays - they are direct sell so all depends on suppliers etc - sorry about 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.

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