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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • MATTR5 said:
    The quote itself  -  £3856.00
    Who is the quote from  -  TUI Holidays
    Is there a booking fee  -- no
    Tour operator  -  TUI Holidays
    Departure airport   - Newcastle 
    T he holiday dates  -  Depart  13-03- 26  , Return  27-03-26   ,  14 nights
    Number of people travelling including kids -   2 adults
    The Hotel -  Steigenberger  Alcazar , Egypt
    The board ( S/C ,H/B etc )   -  All Inclusive.
    Any specific requests  -  transfers
    In flight meal included  No

    Can anybody beat this price please ? 
    Hi diveunderthebonnet 

    I can do that for you for £3716 saving you £140 but if you book by Monday midday (im doing longer offers as weekend) I can do it for £3674 saving you just over £180 :) 

    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 i will call you Saturday to book ,great price and a great service ,keep it up :)
  • purplemusky
    purplemusky Posts: 137 Forumite
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    2 Adults for 5 nights from Thu 09 Jul 2026

    What's included 
    Included in your holiday

    Return flights Manchester
    (2) 10kg hand luggage
    (2) 22kg baggage
    Invisa Hotel La Cala
    Bed and Breakfast
    (1) Double or Twin room
    Coach transfers
    ATOL Protected

     Holiday price £1,306 with Jet2 Holidays.

    Can anyone beat this please?

    Claire
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,235 Forumite
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    2 Adults for 5 nights from Thu 09 Jul 2026

    What's included 
    Included in your holiday

    Return flights Manchester
    (2) 10kg hand luggage
    (2) 22kg baggage
    Invisa Hotel La Cala
    Bed and Breakfast
    (1) Double or Twin room
    Coach transfers
    ATOL Protected

     Holiday price £1,306 with Jet2 Holidays.

    Can anyone beat this please?

    Hi Purplemusky 

    I can book that for you with Jet2holidays for £1256 saving you £50 - but if you you book today by 7pm i;ll do that for £1226 - saving you £80  

    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.
  • purplemusky
    purplemusky Posts: 137 Forumite
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    MATTR5 said:
    2 Adults for 5 nights from Thu 09 Jul 2026

    What's included 
    Included in your holiday

    Return flights Manchester
    (2) 10kg hand luggage
    (2) 22kg baggage
    Invisa Hotel La Cala
    Bed and Breakfast
    (1) Double or Twin room
    Coach transfers
    ATOL Protected

     Holiday price £1,306 with Jet2 Holidays.

    Can anyone beat this please?

    Hi Purplemusky 

    I can book that for you with Jet2holidays for £1256 saving you £50 - but if you you book today by 7pm i;ll do that for £1226 - saving you £80  

    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.
    All booked at the cheaper price, thanks again Matt.  Have used Matt before and received great service with no issues.
    Claire
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,235 Forumite
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    Thank you, purplemusky - glad I could save you some money, and thanks for the booking 

    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
  • grinch53
    grinch53 Posts: 50 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    Can you quote for this......
    Marella
    exotic isalands/atlantic quest
    all inclusive cruise
    cabin 6/7/8 deck
    16 april 19 nights
    std seats,luggage,flight meals
    Manchester flights depart 12.30 arrive back 21.40
    total price £4196.72

  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,235 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    grinch53 said:
    Can you quote for this......
    Marella
    exotic isalands/atlantic quest
    all inclusive cruise
    cabin 6/7/8 deck
    16 april 19 nights
    std seats,luggage,flight meals
    Manchester flights depart 12.30 arrive back 21.40
    total price £4196.72

    Hi grinch53

    Ive booked you before havent I - i really should learn to match your names on here with actual names lol 

    I can beat that - my price £4039 saving you over £150 - and if you book today or tomorrow i'll do it for £3989 saving you over £200 :)   

    I am a Travel Agent
    Ive sent you a Private Message 
    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
  • grinch53
    grinch53 Posts: 50 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    Thanks Matt, all booked, brilliant service as usual.
  • MATTR5
    MATTR5 Posts: 1,235 Forumite
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    grinch53 said:
    Thanks Matt, all booked, brilliant service as usual.
    Thanks for booking - again - third time now :) Much appreciated - I love saving people money :)

    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
  • bengalknights
    bengalknights Posts: 5,022 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts
    2 Adults 2 Kids (7&5) for 7 nights from Saturday 22 August 2026 to Antalya

    What's included 

    Return flights BHX
    (4) 4kg hand luggage
    (2) 20kg baggage
    Swandor Topkapi Palace
    All Inclusive 
    Family Room
    Coach transfers
    ATOL Protected

     Holiday price £3,450 with onthebeach
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