http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/ en Sun, 27 May 2012 22:55:01 GMT vBulletin 30 http://static3.moneysavingexpert.com/images/forum_style_2/misc/rss.jpg http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/ http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3984033&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 21:55:44 GMT I'm just back from a sunny weekend break in Bristol.
I stayed at the newer Travelodge Mitchell lane. Could not fault the hotel - clean, large, comfy room, tucked away from any hen/stag parties.
On return from shopping Sat my key did not work so went to reception who said I had not paid for Sat night. Now I'd booked my 2 nights weeks apart at saver rate of £32.50. So I'd of paid at time of booking - I had printed room reservations but they said that was not enough - I had to check my bank statement - I can't do that for tomorrow.
After a long debate I had to pay £32.50 - they would not budge and I needed my room and all my stuff was there.
I will go to my bank tomorrow but I can't see how id not of paid on booking - they just don't operate like that.
Got a feeling if it was a type of con it will take some doing to get my money back.
A friend has said this has happened to him and he's given up trying to get a refund.
I've never had problems with travelodge before - but this did seem strange - why was this not mentioned on my arrival, I know they over book a lot but never had to pay twice.
Hope this was a genuine glitch otherwise it will put me right off Travelodge!
Anyone had this happen to them? ]]> alisont http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3984033 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983913&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 19:52:50 GMT If you're looking for a cheap break, Holiday Inn have a 2 for 1 rate via this link: greenroom.co.uk/alumni - worth a look if you want a good deal. ]]> terrence-man http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983913 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983841&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 18:53:31 GMT Hi all This is my first post on this website. I recently seen on the news about Dash cams that can help reduce the cost of your insurance. Which i am all for I did a bit of research and have found these cameras on say on Ebay for £40 or so and i am interested in how this device will reduce my insurance. How do i tell my insurance company i have one and what will they offer Hi all
This is my first post on this website. I recently seen on the news about Dash cams that can help reduce the cost of your insurance. Which i am all for
I did a bit of research and have found these cameras on say on Ebay for £40 or so and i am interested in how this device will reduce my insurance. How do i tell my insurance company i have one and what will they offer ]]> Darfung http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983841 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983799&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 18:02:26 GMT Hi all,

I'm in the process of arranging our summer holiday this year and we had previously brought a voucher from KGB for two nights in Herefordshire so thought why not add different places and make a week long holiday of it. So using KGB, Groupon and Laterooms we're going away to a few different places and doing various activities and it's not costing a bomb.

I checked what was near to herefordshire on the Tesco clubcard thing and the National show caves looked lovely so I sent off for the tickets.. (these don't only have to be used here and actually I was debating getting some more to go to Hatfield House) so it's not a waste of money if we don't go.

One of the bookings is at Wookey Hole hotel and included in the price is tickets for the caves etc there.

Is there anyone that's been to both or either etc or lives near to these and could help me to decide whether or not to leave the National showcaves out of my plans as this adds around 2-3 hours to our journey and over £20 in petrol. I was looking forward to going to this but if it's very similar to Wookey Hole then I really don't mind leaving it out.

So what do you guys think should I go to both or just the one?

Also does anyone know if either are very claustrophic inside? I've looked at the pictures and webcams etc and it doesn't look like it is.

Oh and if anyone has anymore ideas for places to visit on the cheap or a worth spending a £ or two to go to near Oxford, Herefordshire, Bristol or Wells please let me know also as i'm a bit stuck for things to do on one or two of the days.

Thanks so much in advance

Maz ]]> mazy_m http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983799 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983695&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 16:02:16 GMT trying to book a Virgin Train what does 1st Advance mean? trying to book a Virgin Train what does 1st Advance mean? ]]> k_moor25 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983695 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983673&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 15:46:39 GMT Hello All,

I've recently put this deal on hotukdeals ref hotels (so take a look if you want - Search for 'Jupiter Hotels') for £20.12 a night per room at selected Mercure hotels between 1st - 10th June. Booking is by telephone before the 31st May, so time is short if you want a steal! :j

The deal is for any hotels owned by Jupiter Hotels Ltd and the number to book is 0844 815 9120.

TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Prices are for room only based on two people sharing a standard room. 2. This offer is bookable up to 31st May 2012 for stays between 1st and 10th June 2012. 3. Prices quoted are based on an allocation of rooms and are subject to availability. 4. The add on per person price of £20.12 for breakfast and dinner is based on the 3 course Table d'hote menu or an allocation of £22.00 will be offered from the a la Carte menu. Offer does not apply to room service. 5. The £12 wine offer is for the Arium red, white or rose house wine. 6. Up to two children under the age of 12 years may enjoy free accommodation when sharing a room with two paying adults. This offer is subject to availability of suitable family rooms. 7. Children aged up to 12 years sharing a room with paying adults may also enjoy breakfast free of charge where adults have pre booked breakfast and dinner at £20.12 per person. All other meals for children will be charged as taken unless otherwise stated. 8. Children staying in their own room pay the full adult offer price and pay for all additional meals taken. 9. Single rooms are available at selected hotels. 10. All bookings are payable in advance, non-changeable and non-refundable. 11. This offer cannot be combined with any other offer, programme or promotion and cannot be applied to existing bookings. 12. Full terms and conditions apply and are available upon request. 13. Calls to 0844 numbers are charged at 5p per minute from a standard BT line. Calls from mobile networks may vary depending upon your tariff. 14. This offer is not bookable online. 15. Limited availability at Mercure Edinburgh - Princes Street Hotel and Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel. ]]> terrence-man http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983673 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983359&goto=newpost Sun, 27 May 2012 11:19:31 GMT Hi

Me and OH plan going to Alton Towers for 2 days in second week of June and have a few 2 for 1 vouchers. A couple of questions:

1) I presume the 2 for 1 offer is only valid for full priced tickets bought on the day...or can you pre-pay in advance over the phone/website to save time on the kiosk queues? How much extra do you have to pay for a second day's admission for each full price ticket purchased? Can you use a 2 for 1 voucher for the extra day as well? Reason i'm asking is that for tickets bought online, they offer a second day's admission for only 9 pounds and they're currently selling online tickets for only 25 pounds a day (if bought at least 7 days in advance) so this may work out cheaper than going for the 2 for 1 offer and then paying considerably more than 9 pounds per person for second day.

2) We plan on spending Friday and Saturday. On Saturday is it a good idea to pay more and go for the fast track option on popular rides? Or are fast track queues also very long on weekends?

Sorry haven't been to the park in over 15 years so no idea what its like these days!

Cheers :) ]]> baby frogmella http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3983359 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3982949&goto=newpost Sat, 26 May 2012 20:41:26 GMT As the complex restaurants I've read are over priced and not so good, any near by ones?

Also what's in the kitchen of lodges, pans (types and number of them), dishes etc? Is it microwave, oven, hob electric or gas? ]]> advice_please http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3982949 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3982855&goto=newpost Sat, 26 May 2012 18:51:15 GMT Hiya, we are staying in a holiday inn in London from Friday, we won't be arriving till after 10 so do we need to let them know or not?
Thanks x ]]> lovesabargain123 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3982855 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3982541&goto=newpost Sat, 26 May 2012 14:04:37 GMT Any advice much appreciated.

We are looking to go to Make he most out of our Melin Passes (through Tesco clubcard deal) and are visiting all of the parks mentioned in one go.

13 & 14th August - legoland
15th August - Thorpe park
16th August - Chessington

Looking for accommodation on the 13/14/15th.

Would Windsor be a goo central place to stay to visit all the attractions, or is it a long drive?

Would we be better off booking different places to stay?

Would Premier inn heathrow airport terminal 5 be a valid option location wise?

Thoughts much appreciated. ]]> Adamia http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=3982541