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  • jem16
    jem16 Posts: 19,621 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    The Quote itself: £2090
    Who the quote is from: Thomas Cook
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thomson Cruises - Red Sea Magic Cruise
    The departure Airport/Post: Glasgow
    The Holiday Dates: 7th April 2011
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Thomson Spirit
    The Board (self catering/half board etc): All inclusive
    Any specific requirements: Deluxe cabin - Deck 9
    Is an in-flight meal included: Yes

    Can you beat this quote?
  • delwynshd
    delwynshd Posts: 2,907 Forumite
    Hi Guys

    The Cruise market is very difficult to compete with you are probs better contacting the cruise specialist companys

    Cruise specialiasts negotiate with the Cruise Operators what prices they are able to sell the cruise at based on how many passengers they think they can sell, it sort of pushes us guys out the way a bit

    Good Luck

    Del
    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.
  • tupac662
    tupac662 Posts: 96 Forumite
    Hi folks, need a quote on flights to Nairobi, Kenya.
    I've been quoted:

    adult

    Price 212.00 Taxes and surcharges
    291.80 Booking fee 0.00 Total price per passenger 503.80

    Any chance of a better deal?

    Departure: 13th Dec 2010 (flexible 3-4days)
    Return: 5th Jan 2011 (flexible)

    Flying from Newcastle - Thanks in advance

    ********** 52 Week money saving challenge **********
    £6.00/1378 (Wk 3)

    By any means necessary
  • m1lkster
    m1lkster Posts: 51 Forumite
    edited 25 August 2010 at 4:42PM
    Hi
    Hope someone can help

    Looking to go from Los Angeles to San francisco in a medium sized RV anytime after the 20th Sept for 2 weeks
    The Quote itself: £2400
    Who the quote is from: Thomas Cook
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Virgin Flight/1 night arrive stay at Crowne Plaza LAX airport
    The departure Airport/Post: London Heathrow to Lax
    Holiday Destination : Los Angeles to San Francisco RV road trip
    The Holiday Dates: 20/09/2010 onwards for 14 nights
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Crowne Plaza LAx 1 night
    Board (self catering/half board etc): Self catering
    Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
  • dianen_2
    dianen_2 Posts: 10 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    Hi
    can anyone help try and improve these scary prices for one adult and one child (age 9 ) for a holiday in Oct 2011.
    Ideally would like a 10 or 11 night break, but flexible on that to be more nights (but not less) if price is right and have a two week date range.
    My budget is more in the £1200 - £1400 region
    Doesnt have to be flying with Virgin - altho that would be my preferred choice..

    The Quote itself: £1800
    Who the quote is from: Virgin Holidays
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:
    Virgin Flight ifposs, altho can be a charter instead....stay at Quality Inn Plaza on Intl Drive../
    The departure Airport/Post: Any london airport (gatwick is 1st choice) to Orlando (dont mind Intl or Sanford)
    Holiday Destination : Orlando - International Drive
    The Holiday Dates: would like 10 nights. date range, earliest departure sat 22 Oct 2011, latest return time is sat 5th Nov 2011...anything inbetween.
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 1 adult and 1 child (age 9)
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): quality inn plaza
    Board (self catering/half board etc): room only
    Is an in-flight meal included: Yes

    I dont need a car, but happy to book fly drive package and not collect car if that works out cheaper.
    It seems as tho with just one adult, and one child, its the same price as 2 adults travelling??

    many thanks for any one who can make this holiday as possible rather than a wish!!
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  • Hi there

    I have sent you a pm

    regards

    Jamie
    dianen wrote: »
    Hi
    can anyone help try and improve these scary prices for one adult and one child (age 9 ) for a holiday in Oct 2011.
    Ideally would like a 10 or 11 night break, but flexible on that to be more nights (but not less) if price is right and have a two week date range.
    My budget is more in the £1200 - £1400 region
    Doesnt have to be flying with Virgin - altho that would be my preferred choice..

    The Quote itself: £1800
    Who the quote is from: Virgin Holidays
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel:
    Virgin Flight ifposs, altho can be a charter instead....stay at Quality Inn Plaza on Intl Drive../
    The departure Airport/Post: Any london airport (gatwick is 1st choice) to Orlando (dont mind Intl or Sanford)
    Holiday Destination : Orlando - International Drive
    The Holiday Dates: would like 10 nights. date range, earliest departure sat 22 Oct 2011, latest return time is sat 5th Nov 2011...anything inbetween.
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 1 adult and 1 child (age 9)
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): quality inn plaza
    Board (self catering/half board etc): room only
    Is an in-flight meal included: Yes

    I dont need a car, but happy to book fly drive package and not collect car if that works out cheaper.
    It seems as tho with just one adult, and one child, its the same price as 2 adults travelling??

    many thanks for any one who can make this holiday as possible rather than a wish!!
    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.
  • Hello
    Looking to go to Cuba

    • The Quote itself: £654
    • Who the quote is from: yourholidays.com
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thompson
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    • The Holiday Dates: 02/10/10 - 09/10/10
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Sol Rio de Luna y Mares
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Any specific requirements:
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Hope someone can help,
    Thanks
  • The Quote itself: £2667
    Who the quote is from: First choice
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: first choice / Thomson / Hotel Belvedere
    The departure Airport/Post: London Gatwick - Reus
    Holiday Destination : Salou ( Spain )
    The Holiday Dates: 19th Aug - 2nd Sept 2011
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults 3 kids age: 13, 9, 3
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Hotel Belvedere
    Board (self catering/half board etc): H/B
    Is an in-flight meal included: No

    We are looking for a holiday in ANY Mainland Spain and from Any London Airport.
    It must be 3* or more, Must be H/B at least.
    Must fly during school holiday period between 23rd July - 20th August 2011.
    Many thanks.
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  • Hi there

    Sent you a pm

    regards

    Jamie
    Hello
    Looking to go to Cuba

    • The Quote itself: £654
    • Who the quote is from: yourholidays.com
    • Is there a booking fee: No
    • The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: Thompson
    • The departure Airport/Post: Manchester
    • The Holiday Dates: 02/10/10 - 09/10/10
    • The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 Adults
    • The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Sol Rio de Luna y Mares
    • The Board (self catering/half board etc): All Inclusive
    • Any specific requirements:
    • Is an in-flight meal included: Yes
    Hope someone can help,
    Thanks
    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.
  • delwynshd
    delwynshd Posts: 2,907 Forumite
    Sent you a PM

    Del

    The Quote itself: £2667
    Who the quote is from: First choice
    Is there a booking fee: No
    The Tour Operator/Airline/Hotel: first choice / Thomson / Hotel Belvedere
    The departure Airport/Post: London Gatwick - Reus
    Holiday Destination : Salou ( Spain )
    The Holiday Dates: 19th Aug - 2nd Sept 2011
    The number of people travelling (inc kids ages): 2 adults 3 kids age: 13, 9, 3
    The Hotel (or * if it’s allocate on arrival): Hotel Belvedere
    Board (self catering/half board etc): H/B
    Is an in-flight meal included: No

    We are looking for a holiday in ANY Mainland Spain and from Any London Airport.
    It must be 3* or more, Must be H/B at least.
    Must fly during school holiday period between 23rd July - 20th August 2011.
    Many 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.
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