Boycie Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 8 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: Holiday plans deferred into 2023 as Mrs VdM announced it was her silver wedding (not sure where I was at the time) so she should have a decent holiday. So it's a 2 week cruise of the Caribbean in a suite in one of them big boat things. Stops in Curaçao, domenica, Martinique, Antigua and some others. All you can eat breakfast in the Marco pierre white restaurant, personal staff, scented oils....it's the stuff of nightmares.... ? I have to agree, would be a absolutely memorable holiday for some, but cruises just don’t float my boat, if you pardon the pun. I’d be on edge all the time with the amount of people milling around. The suite sounds special though. GB SPORTS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anag Ram Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 8 hours ago, Van der MoodHoover said: Holiday plans deferred into 2023 as Mrs VdM announced it was her silver wedding (not sure where I was at the time) so she should have a decent holiday. So it's a 2 week cruise of the Caribbean in a suite in one of them big boat things. Stops in Curaçao, domenica, Martinique, Antigua and some others. All you can eat breakfast in the Marco pierre white restaurant, personal staff, scented oils....it's the stuff of nightmares.... ? Hope Mrs VdM and whoever she decides to take with her has a lovely time. I love cruising and am very jealous. The Caribbean ones are the best ones to do and it sounds like you have some lovely places to visit. Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 24 minutes ago, Boycie said: I have to agree, would be a absolutely memorable holiday for some, but cruises just don’t float my boat, if you pardon the pun. I’d be on edge all the time with the amount of people milling around. The suite sounds special though. Being brought up in Derbyshire, where open water is a three day trip by ox cart away, I'm naturally a landlubber. Down here they're all salty sea dogs... ? angieram and Boycie 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 12 minutes ago, Anag Ram said: Hope Mrs VdM and whoever she decides to take with her has a lovely time. I love cruising and am very jealous. The Caribbean ones are the best ones to do and it sounds like you have some lovely places to visit. Mrs VdM usually loves the ones from Southampton because there's no limit on luggage! I'm sure it'll be good. I'm struggling to comprehend a boat with 5000 people on it, but I've promised to not be a MoodHoover ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anag Ram Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 4 minutes ago, Van der MoodHoover said: Mrs VdM usually loves the ones from Southampton because there's no limit on luggage! I'm sure it'll be good. I'm struggling to comprehend a boat with 5000 people on it, but I've promised to not be a MoodHoover ? My experience is that it doesn’t really feel crowded. Make sure you keep abreast of what’s on each day. Go easy on the cocktails! Van der MoodHoover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie20 Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 2 hours ago, Boycie said: I have to agree, would be a absolutely memorable holiday for some, but cruises just don’t float my boat, if you pardon the pun. I’d be on edge all the time with the amount of people milling around. The suite sounds special though. I'm with you on cruises - no appeal whatsoever. Been on 3 - Caribbean (boring), Norway (frightening in Force 12 gales) and Nile which I don’t count as a real cruise because we stopped at fascinating places every day and plenty to see when we were on the move. Would do the Nile or similar big river trip again but out on the open sea - never! Boycie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 2 hours ago, Anag Ram said: Hope Mrs VdM and whoever she decides to take with her has a lovely time. I love cruising and am very jealous. The Caribbean ones are the best ones to do and it sounds like you have some lovely places to visit. My dad (aged 92!. My mum died last August) is thinking of booking his first ever cruise around the med. My sister will be advising him as she’s done plenty of cruises (she’s doing the around the world cruise next spring). I’ve never done a cruise and they don’t really appeal to me especially one a friend of ours is going on across the Atlantic. It means they’ll be at sea (with nothing to see) for most of the holiday. I know there is plenty of onboard entertainment but can’t they just go to Butlins for a couple of weeks ?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anag Ram Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 10 minutes ago, Tamworthram said: My dad (aged 92!. My mum died last August) is thinking of booking his first ever cruise around the med. My sister will be advising him as she’s done plenty of cruises (she’s doing the around the world cruise next spring). I’ve never done a cruise and they don’t really appeal to me especially one a friend of ours is going on across the Atlantic. It means they’ll be at sea (with nothing to see) for most of the holiday. I know there is plenty of onboard entertainment but can’t they just go to Butlins for a couple of weeks ?. I love the days at sea. You really get the feel of the explorer, being miles from anywhere and with the sea your only view. The air is so fresh. I hope your dad has a fabulous time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sage Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 20 hours ago, dog said: Going to Krakow for a few days. Any advice on car hire? Unless you have specific needs, you won't need it. City is very walkable and all the stuff outside is easy to reach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamworthram Posted July 9, 2022 Share Posted July 9, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, Anag Ram said: I love the days at sea. You really get the feel of the explorer, being miles from anywhere and with the sea your only view. The air is so fresh. I hope your dad has a fabulous time. Aren't you just on a massive floating hotel? I know they don't suit everyone but for me the days actually at open sea sound the worst. I'm sure he'll enjoy it. Not sure about the other passengers he might attach himself to ? I guess it's the same with a lot of holiday things. Until you've tried it you don't understand what all the fuss is about. I love Walt Disney World (been 10 times but too expensive now) but had no interest before we went. Dubai and Vegas don't interest me but most people that have been seem to love then. Edited July 9, 2022 by Tamworthram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GB SPORTS Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 23 hours ago, Tamworthram said: Aren't you just on a massive floating hotel? I know they don't suit everyone but for me the days actually at open sea sound the worst. I'm sure he'll enjoy it. Not sure about the other passengers he might attach himself to ? I guess it's the same with a lot of holiday things. Until you've tried it you don't understand what all the fuss is about. I love Walt Disney World (been 10 times but too expensive now) but had no interest before we went. Dubai and Vegas don't interest me but most people that have been seem to love then. I was the same with Vegas, didn't really want to go (other than the day trip to the Grand Canyon.) Just went to keep the Mrs happy in initially. But really love going now can't wait until next time. This year we are going to California, only ever been with work so we are doing the whole lot taking three weeks from San Francisco driving the coast right down to San Diego. Rev and Tamworthram 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie20 Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 21 minutes ago, I DONT MIND said: I was the same with Vegas, didn't really want to go (other than the day trip to the Grand Canyon.) Just went to keep the Mrs happy in initially. But really love going now can't wait until next time. This year we are going to California, only ever been with work so we are doing the whole lot taking three weeks from San Francisco driving the coast right down to San Diego. Before going to Las Vegas I imagined it to be a 'big Blackpool' but it's so much more - great drive out to Red Rock Canyon, day trip to Death Valley, Hoover Dam etc etc and the vastness of the Grand Canyon is jaw-dropping. Great trip down Highway 1. San Francisco is fascinating and you can easily use one of your weeks there, then the fantastic drive down Highway 1, Carmel. Monterey and Santa Barbara. Los Angeles wasn't for us (hated it to be honest - just a concrete mish-mash) but great if you want theme parks. San Diego is a beautiful old town / city which merits spending a few days there. I'm sure you'll love your trip. therealhantsram and GB SPORTS 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crewton Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 On 08/07/2022 at 15:39, dog said: Going to Krakow for a few days. Any advice on car hire? If you're planning more than one trip in a year where you'll be hiring a car, it's worth getting an annual policy via this website : https://secure.insurance4carhire.com/calogin.html dog 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van der MoodHoover Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 7 hours ago, I DONT MIND said: I was the same with Vegas, didn't really want to go (other than the day trip to the Grand Canyon.) Just went to keep the Mrs happy in initially. But really love going now can't wait until next time. This year we are going to California, only ever been with work so we are doing the whole lot taking three weeks from San Francisco driving the coast right down to San Diego. I did that in 96 with some mates. Brilliant 20 days (including 3 in Vegas). GB SPORTS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rammieib Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 Heading to Holland first two weeks of August. Pretty much the last country to remove restrictions - having to travel on a recovery cert that i have had to pay for as NHS App doesn't issue recovery certs for LFT positives. Didnt want the booster so this was my only option. I'm hoping the tractors and the fisherman don't block the ports lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 1 week until Crete, hopefully Rev 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjam Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 1 hour ago, Mostyn6 said: 1 week until Crete, hopefully My brother got back from 2 weeks in Crete last week, I'm sure if he was a forum member he would advise you to send your baggage a couple of days before you leave - you might get there at the same time then ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostyn6 Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 Just now, maxjam said: My brother got back from 2 weeks in Crete last week, I'm sure if he was a forum member he would advise you to send your baggage a couple of days before you leave - you might get there at the same time then ? really? Where did he fly from and which airline? I've been 14 times since 2005 and touch wood, haven't had an issue yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjam Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 2 minutes ago, Mostyn6 said: really? Where did he fly from and which airline? I've been 14 times since 2005 and touch wood, haven't had an issue yet. Dunno tbh and didn't ask. Dropped my kids off at my Mums at the weekend, she was telling me the first couple of days of my brothers holiday were chaos, a load of people flew home after one day and he had made arrangements to fly home the next evening. Fortunately the luggage eventually turned up and ended up having a nice time. No problems flying back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boycie Posted July 11, 2022 Share Posted July 11, 2022 53 minutes ago, maxjam said: My brother got back from 2 weeks in Crete last week, I'm sure if he was a forum member he would advise you to send your baggage a couple of days before you leave - you might get there at the same time then ? All Mostyn needs is budgie smugglers and euro’s. He’ll be fine. i-Ram, EtoileSportiveDeDerby, maxjam and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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