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  • Kap10
    Kap10 Posts: 15,566
    Off to Dorset next week for a week  then 10 days in Santorini in July and then in November Norfolk taking photos of the seals.
  • Athletico Charlton
    Athletico Charlton Posts: 14,273
    AFKABartram said:
    Had a good few days at Butlins Bognor last week. I know its some peoples idea of hell but my kids continue to love it. And if they’re happy, I’m happy 👍

    I've been 2-3 times. Like you say the kids loved it so I did too. 
    The other big highlight for me as an overweight man was that, based on the others there, I felt slim for the first time in years.  
  • Pelling1993
    Pelling1993 Posts: 6,673
    Athletico Charlton said:
    AFKABartram said:
    Had a good few days at Butlins Bognor last week. I know its some peoples idea of hell but my kids continue to love it. And if they’re happy, I’m happy 👍

    I've been 2-3 times. Like you say the kids loved it so I did too. 
    The other big highlight for me as an overweight man was that, based on the others there, I felt slim for the first time in years.  
    That's me booked in for the summer. Sounds easier than a diet!
  • O-Randy-Hunt
    O-Randy-Hunt Posts: 10,642
    Pretty sure I see Albie Morgan this morning at breakfast in my Hotel 👀
  • KBslittlesis
    KBslittlesis Posts: 8,605
    Solidgone said:
    KBslittlesis said:
    Rossman92 said:
    Off on a 7 night Carribean cruise to Mexico, Belize, and Honduras in a couple weeks. First time off since our honeymoon exactly one year ago. A much needed break 
    Honduras?
    Where exactly?
    I travelled in Central America early this year and went to Copan in Honduras. Only a brief visit but I enjoyed the Mayan ruins.  Also in Belize last year but what I saw there I wasn’t that impressed with either Caye Caulker or Livingston which might be a stop on your cruise. Flores, River Dulce, Ignacio were more enjoyable   
    I went to Roatan. Beautiful island but Honduras is fecking scary. Riding shotgun is real there. We had an armed guard wherever we went 😳
  • MuttleyCAFC
    MuttleyCAFC Posts: 47,728
    Went to Pompeii yesterday

  • LargeAddick
    LargeAddick Posts: 32,560
    MuttleyCAFC said:
    Went to Pompeii yesterday

    You’re shorter than AFKA !!
  • R0TW
    R0TW Posts: 1,673
    edited June 2024
    Nice part of the world lads. Would move down them parts over Kent in years to come.
    This refers to the Bognor posts
  • R0TW
    R0TW Posts: 1,673
    I O Pompei
  • IdleHans
    IdleHans Posts: 10,966
    Just back from a fabulous week in Woolacombe. Had sunshine and blue skies for six days out of seven, discovered some great new walks on Exmoor and round Mortehoe, and ate like kings. Rufus is totally done in, looking forward to a couple of days doing nothing. Whippets aren't built for distance so north of fifty miles in a week is a lot for him.

    As an aside, discovered Teal services on the A303 on the return drive today. A little bit pricey, but a beautifully maintained rustic style farm shop and cafe with a big field for dogs to stretch their legs, lots of local high quality products and easy access. Highly recommended.
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  • MrOneLung
    MrOneLung Posts: 26,853
    MuttleyCAFC said:
    Went to Pompeii yesterday

    Wow. I didn’t realise the ash preserved things so well. Still looks alive 
  • MrOneLung
    MrOneLung Posts: 26,853
    After a shit 12 months where the MIL who lived with us fought and lost a battle with cancer, we have booked a summer holiday to Rhodes. Going Hotel Sun Palace in Faliraki. Onsite water park for the kids which is basically all they want from a holiday these days. 

    Apparently Faliraki is more of a family resort these days but might have a pop down one night to Bar Street and Club Street and pretend we are 30 years younger 
  • Covered End
    Covered End Posts: 51,995
    edited June 2024
    Holidaying in Pompeii and still posting on CL.
    Didn't even mention it does look like the terracing at Fratton Park.
  • Fanny Fanackapan
    Fanny Fanackapan Posts: 18,737
    Great plan, MOL.

    Take a fantastic break from the stresses of watching cricket & football - at international level anyway.

    Enjoy x
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 57,825
    @IdleHans we stayed at a lovely holiday park at Woolacombe about 5 years ago. Only time I’ve been that part of Devon, loved it there and would love to return 
  • IdleHans
    IdleHans Posts: 10,966
    AFKABartram said:
    @IdleHans we stayed at a lovely holiday park at Woolacombe about 5 years ago. Only time I’ve been that part of Devon, loved it there and would love to return 
    It has so much going for it. We've had many holidays there over about 25 years, two this year already, and intend to move down permanently when Mrs Idle packs up work. 
  • IdleHans
    IdleHans Posts: 10,966
    Not a holiday as such but meeting up with my best mate from school in Clun next weekend for a bit of walking and a lot of beer. Don't know that area at all but it looks great, so looking forward to it immensely
  • MrOneLung
    MrOneLung Posts: 26,853
    IdleHans said:
    Not a holiday as such but meeting up with my best mate from school in Clun next weekend for a bit of walking and a lot of beer. Don't know that area at all but it looks great, so looking forward to it immensely
    which school in Clun did you go to, and where are you meeting your mate ?
  • R0TW
    R0TW Posts: 1,673
    If he wanted you to drag along, he would have asked.
  • northstandsteve
    northstandsteve Posts: 14,329
    Just back from two weeks in Benalmadena, first time I have done mainland Spain apart from a weekend in Benidorm, gotta say it is a beautial coastline and the marina is spectacular.
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  • 000__Jaaaaay__000
    000__Jaaaaay__000 Posts: 2,342
    Anyone used No1 lounge at Gatwick? Cant seem to find it any cheaper than £44pp so not entirely sure it would be worth it! Any suggestions/ recommendations welcome! 
  • AllHailTheHen
    AllHailTheHen Posts: 3,063
    000__Jaaaaay__000 said:
    Anyone used No1 lounge at Gatwick? Cant seem to find it any cheaper than £44pp so not entirely sure it would be worth it! Any suggestions/ recommendations welcome! 
    Used it a few times. It's OK (unlimited drink!) and food is passable. Can get quite busy in main section but depending on whether you're with kids and they're over 12 you can go into less busy sections. Not entirely sure it's worth the cost but it is more comfortable than waiting around in the main departure lounge and handy for us having younger kids.
  • 000__Jaaaaay__000
    000__Jaaaaay__000 Posts: 2,342
    AllHailTheHen said:
    000__Jaaaaay__000 said:
    Anyone used No1 lounge at Gatwick? Cant seem to find it any cheaper than £44pp so not entirely sure it would be worth it! Any suggestions/ recommendations welcome! 
    Used it a few times. It's OK (unlimited drink!) and food is passable. Can get quite busy in main section but depending on whether you're with kids and they're over 12 you can go into less busy sections. Not entirely sure it's worth the cost but it is more comfortable than waiting around in the main departure lounge and handy for us having younger kids.
    Thanks for the info ! Is the lunch time food, buffet style or is it only one plate per person ? 
  • AllHailTheHen
    AllHailTheHen Posts: 3,063
    000__Jaaaaay__000 said:
    AllHailTheHen said:
    000__Jaaaaay__000 said:
    Anyone used No1 lounge at Gatwick? Cant seem to find it any cheaper than £44pp so not entirely sure it would be worth it! Any suggestions/ recommendations welcome! 
    Used it a few times. It's OK (unlimited drink!) and food is passable. Can get quite busy in main section but depending on whether you're with kids and they're over 12 you can go into less busy sections. Not entirely sure it's worth the cost but it is more comfortable than waiting around in the main departure lounge and handy for us having younger kids.
    Thanks for the info ! Is the lunch time food, buffet style or is it only one plate per person ? 
    It's a buffet set up. We've tended to use it when flying earlier so couldn't say what the lunch offering is like. Breakfast options are usually pretty good (fry up, pancakes, pastries etc).
  • valleynick66
    valleynick66 Posts: 4,890
    000__Jaaaaay__000 said:
    AllHailTheHen said:
    000__Jaaaaay__000 said:
    Anyone used No1 lounge at Gatwick? Cant seem to find it any cheaper than £44pp so not entirely sure it would be worth it! Any suggestions/ recommendations welcome! 
    Used it a few times. It's OK (unlimited drink!) and food is passable. Can get quite busy in main section but depending on whether you're with kids and they're over 12 you can go into less busy sections. Not entirely sure it's worth the cost but it is more comfortable than waiting around in the main departure lounge and handy for us having younger kids.
    Thanks for the info ! Is the lunch time food, buffet style or is it only one plate per person ? 

    O-Randy-Hunt said:
    Pretty sure I see Albie Morgan this morning at breakfast in my Hotel 👀
    Used it twice in last 2months though both for breakfast. 

    Breakfast is self service buffet as much as you want / multiple times. Assume lunch would be same. 

    You must book. 

    Go via MoneySavingExpert to get best price or holiday extras.com

    It is better than the immediately next door Gateway Lounge albeit similar. 

  • usetobunkin
    usetobunkin Posts: 2,183
    Off to DC, in September, any hidden gems or restaurant recommendations gratefully received. 
  • jonseventyfive
    jonseventyfive Posts: 3,353
    Flying home from Tenerife today, we're frequent visitors but no problems at all with any anti tourism stuff, restaurants seem a little quieter but that suits us as we have resident friends to meet.
  • thewolfboy
    thewolfboy Posts: 2,927
    Off to Mykonos soon but won't be wearing my Charlton shirt. Probably won't be wearing anything at all. (just joking)
  • oohaahmortimer
    oohaahmortimer Posts: 34,145
    edited July 2024
    Eldest son (18) on first lads holiday with 8 other space cadets to Ayia Napa and we had a bit of a surprise when their Easy Jet flight had them landed here 



    But they weren’t there 
    I looked later and he was here 



    I’ve looked again this morning and he’s back at Beirut airport 

    anyone know why find my iPhone wibble 
  • shine166
    shine166 Posts: 13,918
    Booked Garachico in Tenerife, after god knows how many evenings trawling through Airbnb 

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