Worth going for a week

[Mary and Colin]

The title says it all really, what do any of you think ?
I have been giving a week of work from 31st Oct.(they wont let me have a week unpaid) My daughter said if i could get a reasonable flight i should go and chill out by the pool. Just me and Colin,
Part of me thinks it is better than waiting till NEXT year, :( but the sensible me thinks it is a long way for a week being as you get jetlag on the return.

Has anyone done it and if so was it okay ?

Thanks

Mary

[Shirls]

There is no doubt in my mind <:widegrin

I go whenever I can and am not usually lucky enough to go for more than 5 or 6 days :( on the plus side, you have less time to get used to the time change, so less time to get used to being home ag <:winkain

[ellie]

The title says it all really, what do any of you think ?

Mary

You need to ask US, Mary, who are Florida Fanatics whether its worth going for a week? ABSOLUTELY! Even a week in the sunshine will do you a world of good.

And yes, we have done it. We once flew out to visit our daughter who was working just north of Boca Raton for a year as part of her degree course. We found a cheap last minute charter flight and had a great time. We had a very long drive - we flew into Sanford and then had a 200 mile drive, arriving late evening. Mind you, the time went in a flash, but we wouldn't have missed it for the world.

Go on, do it, you KNOW you want to.............<:wink

[Steve]

I agree with ellie Mary, I would go for a week if the price was right and made it worthwhile. Go you know you want to.... <:lol

[JAF]

What a silly question! We have done a week a couple of times and would jump at the chance to do so again if the opportuniy presented itself.

The first time was when we decided to buy our villa - it was very hectic but it did not put us off. The second time was for spring break when Andrew was at University in Miami - this time it was a more leisurely break.

[ellie]

Well, Mary, now you have had all our expert (and totally biased!) advice, don't you think its time you looked for your flights? Let us know what you decide....<:cheer

[Mary and Colin]

Thanks everyone i knew it was a silly question <:embarr but i do struggle with flying a bit <:embarr so i suppose i was thinking about that side of it as well.
A week would be so good you are all so right. Been looking at flights today. But i will hold of until bank holiday weekend you never know there could be a mini sale. <:widegrin
10 days has been the shortest we have gone and we ran out of time to get things done. A chill out week sounds so good.
Thanks everyone really love your expertise <:widegrin

Mary

[JAF]

Good grief - would we ever give a biased opinion when it comes to going to Florida<:wink

[pbensur]

If you struggle with flying Mary (as I do!) then ask the doctor to prescribe something for you to calm your nerves. It's worked for me!

[ellie]

Good grief - would we ever give a biased opinion when it comes to going to Florida<:wink


Heaven forbid!

Glad to hear you are thinking about going, Mary. Am sure you will have a great time.

I used to be petrified of flying, never flew anywhere for years and years, then about 12 years ago we made our first trip to Florida and I was so desperate to go that I decided I had to conquer my fear for the sake of my children as I did not want them to be held back the way I had been. So I steeled myself not to show my fear, and just concentrated on them and tried to get them to enjoy flying and strangely it worked. I know that my initial fear was instilled into me by my mother who although she did fly was absolutely terrified each time, and I know it rubbed off on me.

I love it now and look forward to feeling the power of the engines as we race down the runway - a few years ago it would have left me shaking!

I do hope that you find something to help you with your fear of flying.

[Mary and Colin]

Thanks Patty i do get pills from the doctors. Had Hypnotherapy a while ago and that helped loads, i flew 3 -4 times after no problem. Last trip over i got the old fears back. Lots going on at the time so i reckon that did not help.

Ellie you are so right knowing what is sitting waiting the other side of the pond is so worth the flight. I am that sure we are going to go now (please be some resonable flights) i have started listening to my Hypno. tape and will get some pills for back up.
I am so pleased i asked now, Thank you all for convincing me i am getting that buzz you always get when you know your going. :)

Big Thanks Every one <:cheer

Mary

[disneymanor]

I say yes get a cheap flight and go , we did just that in June with only 3 days notice and it was fantastic , mind you we didnt do the usual Disney parks etc , we just chilled and shopped it was brill.
re your fear of Flying I have a sister who cant even go into an airport to pick someone up without felling sick , that was until someone reccommended RESCUE REMEDY DROPS [ you can buy them in boots ] she swears by them and now she flies no problem , they dont make you drousy they just have a calming effect ,

[malcolm]

We are going out for an 8 day stay in November as it was only time we could go due to bookings then had a guest cancel first 3 weeks October but work comitments stop us changing dates ... next time is in March for two weeks.

[ellie]

Great news, Mary. I hope that you have a great time and that you find a way of coping with your anxiety over flying.

[jo-anne]

We intend to go later this year - even if it's just for a couple of days. I think if you can get a cheap flight then you can enjoy every second of even a very short stay by trying to keep to your own body clock.

[pbensur]

That's great Mary! I know what you mean about the buzz - the anticipation is half the fun!

[Steve]

Mary, Virgin have just announced a sale that applies to flights from 1st Nov. Is that no good to you? Perhaps you have booked already? Anyway here is the link on the forum
http://forum.floridavillaselite.com/showthread.php?t=212

[Mary and Colin]

Thanks Steve i have been trying to book for 31st Oct. but they are still high prices. Saw your link and have looked at 1st Nov for 7 days just waiting for work to agree on me changing and having an extra day. Fingers crossed.

Mary

[Steve]

Thanks Steve i have been trying to book for 31st Oct. but they are still high prices. Saw your link and have looked at 1st Nov for 7 days just waiting for work to agree on me changing and having an extra day. Fingers crossed.

Mary

<:fingersarex

[ellie]

Steve, I couldn't make the link work. Am I doing something wrong?<:confused

[Steve]

Steve, I couldn't make the link work. Am I doing something wrong?<:confused

Hi ellie,

it should work now. :)

[ellie]

So it does, Steve! Thanks! <:wink

[Mary and Colin]

Just popped in to say LOOK at my countdown. <:clap
Booked and managed to squeeze another day so 8 days now.
Thanks for everyone helping me decide. I know it is so worth it but a little push in the right direction works wonders. <:wink
Now must start listening to the relaxation tape again.
I feel all excited and already keep saying to Colin we will have to try this, do that, get to Mannys.
Anyone there that week and fancy a coffee give us a shout.
Same offer if anyone needs anything checking.
Mary

[Steve]

Well done Mary, so pleased it worked out for you. Have a nice meal at Manny's for us please!! <:party

[Shirls]

Great news Mary <:clap

[ellie]

What great news! I am sure you will have a brilliant time. Hope the relaxation tapes work.

[JAF]

Well done Mary and lucky you managing to squeeze in an extra day - wish I could join you for coffee but am not out until next May. We picked Andrew up from Gatwick this morning he has just come back from 2 weeks in Florida.

[Mary and Colin]

Thanks everyone.
Sounds silly but i am really excited. I have never thought of a short trip before so i suppose, that being, it has made it better.

Mary

[lizpaul]

Hi

Mary you are so luckly that you can go so soon and im sure you will have a great time <:widegrin I work in a school so i can only going in the school holidays:( But we are booked for 3 weeks next summer cant wait<:clap

[Mary and Colin]

Lizpaul get your countdown going, next summer won't take that long to come round. Its fun watching the days go. I would love to go for 3 weeks. Maybe one day soon.

Mary

[disneymanor]

My son decided he needed a break last Monday, on Tuesday he booked for 9 days , flew out on the Thursday and returned on Sunday , he said it was one of the best times hes had over there as it was a totally chilled out break [ he has a stressfull job] .
He even bumped into one of his mates from work and spent a few days in Tampa .

[lizpaul]

How do I get my count down working?<:confused

Liz

[Steve]

How do I get my count down working?<:confused

Liz

HI Liz,

if you click userCP at the top of the page, you will see your control panel, then click edit options under Settings & Options. Then scroll right down to the bottom you will see your countdown :)

[lizpaul]

Hi Steve

Thanks

[Mary and Colin]

Love the countdown Liz. <:clap

It still looks like you are going before Steve <:lol
Never mind Steve you can get your Florida fix on here. :)

Mary

[Steve]

lol Mary, everyone is going before me.....:(

[Shirls]

Hey it is less than a year now <:lol

[Steve]

oh yes, that's true... <:Banana

[ellie]

Lizpaul get your countdown going, next summer won't take that long to come round. Its fun watching the days go. I would love to go for 3 weeks. Maybe one day soon.

Mary


Hey, Mary, you have only 3 weeks to go! Tiime seems to be rushing by now we are in October....soon be Christmas!

Must remember to get my countdown going.
:)<:cool

[Mary and Colin]

Hi Ellie,

I can't believe it is only 3 weeks now. So glad we listened to you guys. <:clap
My list of things to do has grown thanks to your posts Patty and some others, i never realised how much we still had not done. Not got time for all this time, so will have to look for next countdown as soon as we return. <:wink


Mary

[ellie]

Well, if you don't get everything done you will just have to go again....and maybe next time it will be for longer! <:doglol