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Beat My Quote! Travel Agents Thread

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  • Hi there

    I have sent you a PM.

    Kind regards

    Jamie
    GingerRuby wrote: »
    • The Quote itself: £1183.89
    • Who the quote is from: Thomas Cook online
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thomas Cook / Cayo Coco, Cuba
    • The departure Airport/Post: Glasgow
    • The Holiday Dates: Leaving 29Jun returning 13Jul
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 1
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Sol Cayo Coco
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): 4 star AI
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: yes
    Many thanks for looking, can any one help?
    I am a Travel Agent

    My company’s ATOL/ABTA numbers are U7416 (TTA) and T7334 (ATOL). MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. ATOL numbers can be checked with the Civil Aviation Authority. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • mimihoo
    mimihoo Posts: 15 Forumite
    edited 10 May 2010 at 11:46AM
    * 09.05.10 “HOLIDAY NOW BOOKED” THANK YOU
    Hi, can anyone please help I have found the same holiday on both the Thomson and Portland Direct websites (quotes below).

    Can anyone beat these quotes, offer a cheaper similar grade alternative or offer any guidance of how to achieve a cheaper price or upgrades/ incentives would be appreciated.

    We can fly from East Midlands, Birmingham, Doncaster or Manchester.

    We are looking for a August all inclusive holiday and have chosen the last week to achieve the cheapest quotes but earlier would not be a problem.

    Kind regards
    • The Quote itself:£1,421.50
    • Who the quote is from: Thomson
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thomson/Thomson Airways/Can Garden Resort, Turkey Antalya.
    • The departure Airport/Post:Birmingham
    • The Holiday Dates: Leaving 31.08.10 (1510hrs flight) Returning Antalya 07.09.10 (22:35 flight)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults 1 Child (aged 8) Can Garden Resort, Turkey Antalya
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    **The same holiday with Portland Direct
    • The Quote itself:£1,325.00 (no in flight meals).
  • Hi there

    I have sent you a PM.

    Kind regards

    Jamie
    mimihoo wrote: »
    Hi, can anyone please help I have found the same holiday on both the Thomson and Portland Direct websites (quotes below).

    Can anyone beat these quotes, offer a cheaper similar grade alternative or offer any guidance of how to achieve a cheaper price or upgrades/ incentives would be appreciated.

    We can fly from East Midlands, Birmingham, Doncaster or Manchester.

    We are looking for a August all inclusive holiday and have chosen the last week to achieve the cheapest quotes but earlier would not be a problem.

    Kind regards
    • The Quote itself:£1,421.50
    • Who the quote is from: Thomson
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thomson/Thomson Airways/Can Garden Resort, Turkey Antalya.
    • The departure Airport/Post:Birmingham
    • The Holiday Dates: Leaving 31.08.10 (1510hrs flight) Returning Antalya 07.09.10 (22:35 flight)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults 1 Child (aged 8) Can Garden Resort, Turkey Antalya
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    **The same holiday with Portland Direct

    • The Quote itself:£1,325.00 (no in flight meals).
    I am a Travel Agent

    My company’s ATOL/ABTA numbers are U7416 (TTA) and T7334 (ATOL). MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. ATOL numbers can be checked with the Civil Aviation Authority. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • charltonfan1
    charltonfan1 Posts: 283 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    Ignore previous quote. New request:


    The Quote itself:£1,500
    Who the quote is from: A1Holidays
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Unsure
    The departure Airport/Post:LGW
    The Holiday Dates: 5th Aug for 12 nights


    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults 0 Child
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Three Corners Palmrya - Sharm El Sheikh
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Thanks
  • delwynshd
    delwynshd Posts: 2,907 Forumite
    Sent you a PM

    Thanks
    Del


    Ignore previous quote. New request:


    The Quote itself:£1,500
    Who the quote is from: A1Holidays
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Unsure
    The departure Airport/Post:LGW
    The Holiday Dates: 5th Aug for 12 nights



    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults 0 Child
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Three Corners Palmrya - Sharm El Sheikh
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Thanks
    I am a Travel Agent

    My company’s ABTA numbers are P6046. MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • delwynshd
    delwynshd Posts: 2,907 Forumite
    Hello

    Sent you a PM

    Thanks
    Del
    mimihoo wrote: »
    Hi, can anyone please help I have found the same holiday on both the Thomson and Portland Direct websites (quotes below).

    Can anyone beat these quotes, offer a cheaper similar grade alternative or offer any guidance of how to achieve a cheaper price or upgrades/ incentives would be appreciated.

    We can fly from East Midlands, Birmingham, Doncaster or Manchester.

    We are looking for a August all inclusive holiday and have chosen the last week to achieve the cheapest quotes but earlier would not be a problem.

    Kind regards
    • The Quote itself:£1,421.50
    • Who the quote is from: Thomson
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thomson/Thomson Airways/Can Garden Resort, Turkey Antalya.
    • The departure Airport/Post:Birmingham
    • The Holiday Dates: Leaving 31.08.10 (1510hrs flight) Returning Antalya 07.09.10 (22:35 flight)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults 1 Child (aged 8) Can Garden Resort, Turkey Antalya
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    **The same holiday with Portland Direct

    • The Quote itself:£1,325.00 (no in flight meals).
    I am a Travel Agent

    My company’s ABTA numbers are P6046. MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • ran1gers2001
    ran1gers2001 Posts: 46 Forumite
    • The Quote itself: £2368
    • Who the quote is from: https://www.holidaygenieflorida.com
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: British Airways / Rodeway Inn International
    • The departure Airport/Post: Glasgow
    • The Holiday Dates: Leaving 19 Sep returning 2 Oct(arrive back on 3rd)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 4
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Rodeway Inn International
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc):Room Only
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: yes
    Seems not bad but I've never used Holiday Genie before and I'm a bit wary so just thought I'd check here. Cheers
  • Hi there

    I have sent you a PM.

    Kind regards

    Jamie Wake


    • The Quote itself: £2368
    • Who the quote is from: holidaygenieflorida.com
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: British Airways / Rodeway Inn International
    • The departure Airport/Post: Glasgow
    • The Holiday Dates: Leaving 19 Sep returning 2 Oct(arrive back on 3rd)
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 4
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Rodeway Inn International
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc):Room Only
    • Any specific requirements: No
    • Is an in-flight meal included: yes
    Seems not bad but I've never used Holiday Genie before and I'm a bit wary so just thought I'd check here. Cheers
    I am a Travel Agent

    My company’s ATOL/ABTA numbers are U7416 (TTA) and T7334 (ATOL). MSE doesn't check my status as a Travel Agent, so you need to take my word for it. ATOL numbers can be checked with the Civil Aviation Authority. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Travel Agent Code of Conduct.
  • ladylidl
    ladylidl Posts: 6 Forumite
    Hi
    hoping someone can help get the price down on a special holiday for next year.
    It's my big 50 so need luxury and sun!!!
    The holiday quoted is from Thomson. I know Thomas Cook do the same holiday but their baggage is less so I think Thomson looks the best deal for me.
    Any savings much appreciated.
    Thanks in advance
    Liz

    • The Quote itself:£3122
    • Who the quote is from: Thomson shop & Barrhead travel
    • Is there a booking fee: no
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:Thomson /Paradisus Rio de Oro
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    • The Holiday Dates:17 July 2011- 31/07 2011
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages):2 adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Paradisus Rio de Oro
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): AI
    • Any specific requirements:
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
  • frisbee
    frisbee Posts: 440 Forumite
    • The Quote itself:£876.00
    • Who the quote is from:Thomas Cook
    • Is there a booking fee:Dont think so
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:Direct Holidays
    • The departure Airport/Post:Leeds/bradford
    • The Holiday Dates:6th June - 13th June 2010
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages):2 child 11 years
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival):sahara beach
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): AI
    • Any specific requirements:no
    • Is an in-flight meal included:i think so

    Hi I am a single mum and hope to take my 11 year old daughter on this holiday, would this be a good place for us to go on our own?
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