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bandit Nov 29th 2007 10:57 pm

Flights booked - So Excited!!!
 
Hi peeps

Just thought I'd share in my excitement that I have now booked my recce trip to Canada - and managed to include a w/end in Houston to see my brother and his girlfriend - I'm so happy - and now rather poor!!!

Houston is one expensive city to visit, but I got the price down by over £500 by just altering dates etc. I went via Ebookers in the end, and they were really helpful and it's all Air Canada too, so hopefully nice scheduled flights.

Now I just need somewhere to stay. Was looking at hostel type places as I've not much cash left - so any recommendations???

And in case anyone wants to catch up - I'm in Vancouver from the 26th - 31st Jan incl, and Calgary 4th - 9th Feb inclusive! Not long I know but it's a start!

Bandit!!!

ann m Nov 30th 2007 1:52 am

Re: Flights booked - So Excited!!!
 
Well done - very exciting - and it's always great to have something like that to look forward to .... :thumbup:

maddhobs Nov 30th 2007 2:50 am

Re: Flights booked - So Excited!!!
 
Congratulations, exciting stuff! For budget accommodation in Vancouver try http://www.shaughnessyvillage.com/ They have lots of on-site amenities. Have a great holiday:thumbsup:

bandit Nov 30th 2007 4:32 am

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Thanks Guys

It's ages since I've been so excited about something!

It's also a massive adventure that I am both scared and thrilled about!!! Just hope it means I can definately decide where I want to live, and to be out htere living / working / enjoying life by next Summer!!!

Hip Hip!

B

veteran Nov 30th 2007 4:55 am

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Just make sure to bring lots of pounds sterling.....you are going to need it, the moment you start lookingthrough store windows :D

NovaBoy Nov 30th 2007 8:22 am

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Great news - well done.

Hope you enjoy your trip - make the most of it! ;)

Good luck - hope everything runs like clockwork.

:thumbsup:

terese677 Nov 30th 2007 8:26 am

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Originally Posted by bandit (Post 5617397)
Hi peeps

Just thought I'd share in my excitement that I have now booked my recce trip to Canada - and managed to include a w/end in Houston to see my brother and his girlfriend - I'm so happy - and now rather poor!!!

Houston is one expensive city to visit, but I got the price down by over £500 by just altering dates etc. I went via Ebookers in the end, and they were really helpful and it's all Air Canada too, so hopefully nice scheduled flights.

Now I just need somewhere to stay. Was looking at hostel type places as I've not much cash left - so any recommendations???

And in case anyone wants to catch up - I'm in Vancouver from the 26th - 31st Jan incl, and Calgary 4th - 9th Feb inclusive! Not long I know but it's a start!

Bandit!!!

all the best Bandit have a great time
Terese

Alberta_Rose Nov 30th 2007 4:13 pm

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Originally Posted by bandit (Post 5618361)

Hip Hip!

HOORAY!!!! :thumbsup:

purple80 Nov 30th 2007 9:02 pm

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Have a great time, and remember to get your boss a pressie. :sneaky:
:wub:Charlie:wub:

bumbley Dec 1st 2007 11:23 am

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Hey Banditt

We v also booked are flights for reccie trip in february. Going to Vancouver for one week.:eek:

:thumbsup: Feeling the excitement:thumbsup:

Tina

gibbos1 Dec 1st 2007 8:39 pm

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Hi Bandit,

great news to hear you have booked a visit out, loads to look at and consider at both locations. I sure you will get all the help you need of this site.

It's a pity we are not there for when you visit Calgary, brother in law and family might be, bought a place in Okotoks, might be idea to contact him, because he is going though the process of buying a house and relocating now, search for deanonlisa.

We know what your going through with the excitement, because we have just booked our second research trip to Calgary, I think I more excited this time, than I was last time:p:D

We have found a great realtor for Calgary area, Julie Parry, I can pass on here contact details if you like, PM me.

Nice to meet you at meet up last week, we all think your very brave to be doing this all on your own, but seem like the sort of lady that is very determined and has her head screwed on right;)

Hope all goes well, main thing is to enjoy it, speak soon,
regards,
Carl:thumbup:

Oh I think I have actually beat Robin to this one:rofl::rofl:

manghams Dec 2nd 2007 4:31 am

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Congrats :beer:

Have some fun!

bandit Dec 2nd 2007 4:58 am

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Originally Posted by gibbos1 (Post 5623489)
Hi Bandit,

great news to hear you have booked a visit out, loads to look at and consider at both locations. I sure you will get all the help you need of this site.

It's a pity we are not there for when you visit Calgary, brother in law and family might be, bought a place in Okotoks, might be idea to contact him, because he is going though the process of buying a house and relocating now, search for deanonlisa.

We know what your going through with the excitement, because we have just booked our second research trip to Calgary, I think I more excited this time, than I was last time:p:D

We have found a great realtor for Calgary area, Julie Parry, I can pass on here contact details if you like, PM me.

Nice to meet you at meet up last week, we all think your very brave to be doing this all on your own, but seem like the sort of lady that is very determined and has her head screwed on right;)

Hope all goes well, main thing is to enjoy it, speak soon,
regards,
Carl:thumbup:

Oh I think I have actually beat Robin to this one:rofl::rofl:


HI Carl & Family!!!

I do indeed think you've beaten Robin to the post!

It is a shame we'll miss each other in Calgary, but really pleased you've got your trip to look forward to now too!

I'll let you know when I get back which city I'll plump for and then if it's Calgary then Yes - I'd love help with a realtor!

Will look up your relatives there too, and maybe call them when I'm there! I'll probably be staying in the centre - or where ever will have me!

I'm truly scared to be doing this, especially on my own - but then I need to do it as I'd regret it - !!!

B

wallace Dec 2nd 2007 4:58 pm

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Originally Posted by gibbos1 (Post 5623489)
Hi Bandit,

great news to hear you have booked a visit out, loads to look at and consider at both locations. I sure you will get all the help you need of this site.

It's a pity we are not there for when you visit Calgary, brother in law and family might be, bought a place in Okotoks, might be idea to contact him, because he is going though the process of buying a house and relocating now, search for deanonlisa.

We know what your going through with the excitement, because we have just booked our second research trip to Calgary, I think I more excited this time, than I was last time:p:D

We have found a great realtor for Calgary area, Julie Parry, I can pass on here contact details if you like, PM me.

Nice to meet you at meet up last week, we all think your very brave to be doing this all on your own, but seem like the sort of lady that is very determined and has her head screwed on right;)

Hope all goes well, main thing is to enjoy it, speak soon,
regards,
Carl:thumbup:

Oh I think I have actually beat Robin to this one:rofl::rofl:

Hi Carl.
I'm really pleased that you are excited about your second research trip to Calgary and we are really looking forward to seeing you again soon :thumbsup:

Hi Bandit,
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like any help or have any questions about Calgary and the surrounding areas.
Take care, Julie :)

Robin (The Gadget family) Dec 3rd 2007 4:35 am

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I'm here, I'm here! Yes Carl, we were busy putting up Christmas decorations yesterday so I wasn't sitting around on here like some people. :p:p

Great to hear that you have now booked your trip Bandit. Oh my, what alot you are fitting in. :ohmy:
Hope it's long enough to enable you to make up your mind?! :blink:
Maybe you'll end up doing another reccy trip like the Gibbos before the summer, just to be sure about your choice?


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