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calypso726 · 10-06-2012, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Calfan

770k miles since booking this trip? Wow! Would you mind sharing what blogs and forums you are following? If you don't want to post them here (or maybe you aren't allowed to?) you can PM me or send me an email at calfan2009@yahoo.com.

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Originally Posted by sayhello

Me, too? I'd love it if you could PM me the links to those blogs & forums! I'm hoping to do Greece or Scotland in 2014, and I'd love to fly not-steerage!

Sayhello

E-mail and PM sent. Good luck! Don't hesitate to reach out if you need help along the way!

OhhBother · 10-06-2012, 07:17 PM

I'd be interested in these links too. We just booked our airfare to Scotland through AMEX, but we're going on an Antarctic cruise in 2014, and I'd love to have free airfare for that one.

calypso726 · 10-06-2012, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by OhhBother

I'd be interested in these links too. We just booked our airfare to Scotland through AMEX, but we're going on an Antarctic cruise in 2014, and I'd love to have free airfare for that one.

PM sent!

SingingMom · 10-07-2012, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by calypso726

PM sent!

Me too! Me too! ;-)

Renee

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calypso726 · 10-07-2012, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SingingMom

Me too! Me too! ;-)

Renee

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PM sent

LadyTrampScamp&Angel · 10-08-2012, 07:47 AM

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Well, there are other forums, blogs, message boards dedicated to all the ways to travel free or near free. On these boards people share what airline or travel credit card bonus is worth signing up for. How to make the spend requirements without really spending as much. Which cards to keep and actually spend money with, utilizing bonus spend categories, which ones to cancel, which ones to sign up for again. Whenever there is an offer to earn bonus miles for something I find out from those forums.

Wow, that's an incredible number of miles! Would you mind sending those links to me too?

ladyandtramp@triad.rr.com

Thank you!

calypso726 · 10-08-2012, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by LadyTrampScamp&Angel

Wow, that's an incredible number of miles! Would you mind sending those links to me too?

ladyandtramp@triad.rr.com

Thank you!

Email sent

LadyTrampScamp&Angel · 10-08-2012, 07:33 PM

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Email sent

Thank you - you rock! I really appreciate it!

calypso726 · 10-09-2012, 03:57 PM

Day two of the ABD itinerary has us from late afternoon on through dinner on our own. If anyone else is thinking of seeing the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo or looking for something to do on day two, I thought I'd share the following information.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2013 performance dates are August 2nd - August 24th. CLICKY HERE FOR WEB SITE

The tickets will go on sale December 3rd at 10 am (GMT). There is a priority booking advantage prior to December 3rd for those who join "Friends of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo."

There are also VIP covered seating/dining experience packages available. If you e-mail Hospitality (on the web site) they will provide you with the information as the e-brochure is not out just yet.

Can't wait 'til next August!!!!

starry_solo · 10-20-2012, 05:21 PM

I haven't read through this all, but whoever has been on one, how was it? And can you share pictures of the pins you got?

I want the Mulan pins myself but can't bring myself to spend that much money on an ABD to China, when I could do a Chinese tour for less.

sayhello · 10-20-2012, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by starry_solo

I haven't read through this all, but whoever has been on one, how was it? And can you share pictures of the pins you got?

I want the Mulan pins myself but can't bring myself to spend that much money on an ABD to China, when I could do a Chinese tour for less.

The Scotland trip is new for 2013 so no-one has been on this trip yet. I know a lot of us are eagerly awaiting the first reports on this trip next year.

Sayhello

SingingMom · 10-21-2012, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by sayhello

The Scotland trip is new for 2013 so no-one has been on this trip yet. I know a lot of us are eagerly awaiting the first reports on this trip next year.

Sayhello

Dd and DH really want this one! I want Amalfi Coast. Will be interesting to see who "wins". Lol.

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Calfan · 10-23-2012, 12:46 PM

I just started listening to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander on CD. It has been so long since I read the book that, so far, it doesn't feel like a repeat. It is definitely whetting my appetite for our trip! I hope to make it through several of the books in the series before we leave (although it is competing with the Game of Thrones books -- I am currently about two thirds of the way through book 3 but had to turn it back in to the libarary and put myself back on the hold list -- for my listening time). I don't think I ever read all of the Outlander series books, altough I read at least five or six. I can't remember how many there are in all.

2ScottishPrincesses · 10-23-2012, 01:27 PM

Hi Folks, having just read your thread I thought I'd give you a few wee ideas for your trip. Someone asked about Stirling (sorry not so good at the multi quoting

) I would highly recommend Stirling especially if you're a fan of Mary Queen of Scots et al. Stirling Castle always has tons of activities and actors and their cafe has the best homemade soups and cakes ever

. Glasgow also is fantastic (but I would say that

) tons to do for the history buffs, social butterflies and if you coming in June we have the West End Festival which boasts masses of events & the odd gala. In Inverness you should visit Castle Urquhart and there are some smashing boat trips up Loch Ness. Anyway I could blether on for ages but have a wee look at the Historic Scotland website, they own Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Castle Urquhart and they organise loads of special events throughout the year which includes Jousting in the summer. Hope this is of use to some of you and helps you to make the most of what looks like a very expensive trip

calypso726 · 10-23-2012, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Calfan

I just started listening to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander on CD. It has been so long since I read the book that, so far, it doesn't feel like a repeat. It is definitely whetting my appetite for our trip! I hope to make it through several of the books in the series before we leave (although it is competing with the Game of Thrones books -- I am currently about two thirds of the way through book 3 but had to turn it back in to the libarary and put myself back on the hold list -- for my listening time). I don't think I ever read all of the Outlander series books, altough I read at least five or six. I can't remember how many there are in all.

I will be going for my re-listen on the books sometime after the new year. My DH just finished the Fiery Cross (book 5). There are currently 7 books. Number 8 is due to come out in 2013. Can't wait!

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Originally Posted by 2ScottishPrincesses

Hi Folks, having just read your thread I thought I'd give you a few wee ideas for your trip. Someone asked about Stirling (sorry not so good at the multi quoting

) I would highly recommend Stirling especially if you're a fan of Mary Queen of Scots et al. Stirling Castle always has tons of activities and actors and their cafe has the best homemade soups and cakes ever

. Glasgow also is fantastic (but I would say that

) tons to do for the history buffs, social butterflies and if you coming in June we have the West End Festival which boasts masses of events & the odd gala. In Inverness you should visit Castle Urquhart and there are some smashing boat trips up Loch Ness. Anyway I could blether on for ages but have a wee look at the Historic Scotland website, they own Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Castle Urquhart and they organise loads of special events throughout the year which includes Jousting in the summer. Hope this is of use to some of you and helps you to make the most of what looks like a very expensive trip

Thank you so much for sharing your insight. We will definitely be checking out your suggestions!

10-09-2012, 03:57 PM	#144
calypso726 DIS Veteran Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 2,925	For those traveling in August Day two of the ABD itinerary has us from late afternoon on through dinner on our own. If anyone else is thinking of seeing the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo or looking for something to do on day two, I thought I'd share the following information. The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in 2013 performance dates are August 2nd - August 24th. CLICKY HERE FOR WEB SITE The tickets will go on sale December 3rd at 10 am (GMT). There is a priority booking advantage prior to December 3rd for those who join "Friends of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo." There are also VIP covered seating/dining experience packages available. If you e-mail Hospitality (on the web site) they will provide you with the information as the e-brochure is not out just yet. Can't wait 'til next August!!!! __________________ Terrie

10-23-2012, 12:46 PM	#148
Calfan Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 363	I just started listening to Diana Gabaldon's Outlander on CD. It has been so long since I read the book that, so far, it doesn't feel like a repeat. It is definitely whetting my appetite for our trip! I hope to make it through several of the books in the series before we leave (although it is competing with the Game of Thrones books -- I am currently about two thirds of the way through book 3 but had to turn it back in to the libarary and put myself back on the hold list -- for my listening time). I don't think I ever read all of the Outlander series books, altough I read at least five or six. I can't remember how many there are in all. __________________ MAGIC June 20-27, 2009 (Eastern Caribbean) MAGIC June 18-29, 2011 (Med) WONDER August 6-13, 2012 (Alaska) MAGIC September 7-12, 2012 (Canada) FANTASY April 13-20, 2013 (Western Caribbean) ABD Scotland: A Brave Adventure August 4-12, 2013 WONDER May 19-24, 2014 (San Diego to Vancouver) ABD Austria, Germany & Czech Republic July 5-13, 2014

10-23-2012, 01:27 PM	#149
2ScottishPrincesses DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Scotland Posts: 1,534	Hi Folks, having just read your thread I thought I'd give you a few wee ideas for your trip. Someone asked about Stirling (sorry not so good at the multi quoting ) I would highly recommend Stirling especially if you're a fan of Mary Queen of Scots et al. Stirling Castle always has tons of activities and actors and their cafe has the best homemade soups and cakes ever. Glasgow also is fantastic (but I would say that ) tons to do for the history buffs, social butterflies and if you coming in June we have the West End Festival which boasts masses of events & the odd gala. In Inverness you should visit Castle Urquhart and there are some smashing boat trips up Loch Ness. Anyway I could blether on for ages but have a wee look at the Historic Scotland website, they own Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Castle Urquhart and they organise loads of special events throughout the year which includes Jousting in the summer. Hope this is of use to some of you and helps you to make the most of what looks like a very expensive trip __________________ me dh dd16 dd7

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10-06-2012, 07:17 PM	#137
OhhBother Mouseketeer Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 340	I'd be interested in these links too. We just booked our airfare to Scotland through AMEX, but we're going on an Antarctic cruise in 2014, and I'd love to have free airfare for that one.

10-20-2012, 05:21 PM	#145
starry_solo DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: California Posts: 1,362	I haven't read through this all, but whoever has been on one, how was it? And can you share pictures of the pins you got? I want the Mulan pins myself but can't bring myself to spend that much money on an ABD to China, when I could do a Chinese tour for less.