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Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 18th 2014, 8:52 pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,051
Posted By poppycat

Re: Phone Apps for Free International Calls

Viber....and WhatsApp for unlimited free texting.
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 17th 2014, 10:11 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 4,286
Posted By poppycat

Re: Cheap British Air Tickets - US to UK

You're correct! Big changes indeed....for the better. :nod:
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 17th 2014, 9:45 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 4,286
Posted By poppycat

Re: Cheap British Air Tickets - US to UK

Very true, JG, and that would certainly also be my preference however, from what I remember (& regulations may well have changed), DEFRA will (would) only permit entry into the UK from certain US...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 17th 2014, 9:17 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 4,286
Posted By poppycat

Re: Cheap British Air Tickets - US to UK

Hi Windsong. Immigration in Manchester were fine; ditto Edinburgh any time I flew home for visits. Of the two, I would say Edinburgh were more relaxed, possibly because it is less busy. It would...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jun 17th 2014, 8:48 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 4,286
Posted By poppycat

Re: Cheap British Air Tickets - US to UK

Hi Windsong. I flew back to the UK with my dog in 2011 using Continental, who have now merged with United. United have adopted Continental's Petsafe Policy. United also fly out of Denver to Edinburgh...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Mar 22nd 2011, 3:01 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By poppycat

Re: Tapeworm and tick brand used on your dogs...

Drontal for the Tapeworm treatment (it contains praziquantel). I already had Frontline Plus flea and tick treatment, so I took one phail in and the vet administered it. Hope that helps. :)
Forum: The Rovers Return
Feb 28th 2011, 8:06 am
Replies: 935
Views: 150,320
Posted By poppycat

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

TY, SomersetGirl. :)

Windsong...if I had any advice to give, it would be to familiarize your pets with being in a crate (if they're not already comfortable with that), and acquaint yourself with...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Feb 27th 2011, 9:08 pm
Replies: 935
Views: 150,320
Posted By poppycat

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Hi windsong. Pets on Jets are the clearing agents for UK Customs @ Manchester Airport and, although they don't clear animals for Continental (Continental use a company called PBS), all dogs, cats and...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Feb 27th 2011, 10:38 am
Replies: 935
Views: 150,320
Posted By poppycat

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Thank you for your good wishes, windsong and charleygirl. :) Windsong, I'm in Edinburgh. BTW, you have to accompany your pet when entering the UK via Manchester. I flew with Continental, and the...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Feb 25th 2011, 9:30 am
Replies: 935
Views: 150,320
Posted By poppycat

Re: The 'Bon Voyage' Thread! - Flight Tracker!

Hi all.....a quick update from the UK. Arrived in Manchester Wed am - dog and I intact. It was drizzling with rain in Manchester, but it was a welcome relief from dusty, arid AZ.

For those...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Feb 19th 2011, 4:34 pm
Replies: 12,809
Views: 1,393,216
Posted By poppycat

Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II

Have a safe, comfortable flight. Ditto to Barb, Don & Tim. Safe travels.:D

I have 3 more sleeps, then it's off to Blighty - leave Tues.22nd, arrive Wed 23rd. :thumbsup: Excited, but mixed emotions...
Forum: USA
Jan 30th 2011, 5:41 pm
Replies: 15
Views: 1,569
Posted By poppycat

Re: Stop-Loss order on XE.com?

Unfortunately, XE have discontinued that option. You used to be able to specify an exchange rate and lock in a 'Bid' (XE's terminology). When/if the exchange rate hit your specified 'Bid' rate you...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 25th 2011, 11:54 pm
Replies: 36
Views: 22,036
Posted By poppycat

Re: What Happens to my dog when we arrive in Heathrow

:ohmy:


I don't think so. I think it's a concerned pet owner "thang". :) Even if I'd had a choice, I'd have chosen to be on the same flight as my dog. Course, I'm a woman too, so maybe you're...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jan 24th 2011, 10:23 pm
Replies: 991
Views: 68,257
Posted By poppycat

Re: US Healthcare discussion moved from Over 50's & 60's thread

Jackie, very best wishes for a safe, comfortable flight home. You're about to embark on new adventures back home; how exciting!! :thumbsup:
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 24th 2011, 6:39 pm
Replies: 36
Views: 22,036
Posted By poppycat

Re: What Happens to my dog when we arrive in Heathrow

Don't quite understand why you think you "need" to be on the same flight as your dog, unless it's because you'd prefer to be on the same flight, of course. :) According to the DEFRA website, they...
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 24th 2011, 6:22 pm
Replies: 36
Views: 22,036
Posted By poppycat

Re: What Happens to my dog when we arrive in Heathrow

Yes, you can book your ticket online; I did that. I'm flying Continental back to Scotland with my dog too, but via Manchester. I searched online for a suitable flight and kept the itinerary on my...
Forum: USA
Jan 22nd 2011, 8:09 pm
Replies: 28
Views: 19,453
Posted By poppycat

Re: American Zip-Lock bags in UK?

Here ya go...called Zip-Seal bags by Lakeland. :)


http://www.lakeland.co.uk/F/product/10918_10917
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 17th 2011, 7:46 am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,481
Posted By poppycat

Re: Writing a will - England vs. Scotland/Wales/NI

Maybe someone on this site/forum could help? http://www.scottishlaw.org.uk/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 15th 2011, 9:28 am
Replies: 25
Views: 2,400
Posted By poppycat

Re: Shipping a few boxes

Hi, Barb. I'm heading back with Bailey, ( my 1 yr old Golden Retriever) Feb. 22nd, to Edinburgh, Scotland. Hoots! :lol:
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jan 14th 2011, 8:54 pm
Replies: 12,809
Views: 1,393,216
Posted By poppycat

Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II

No, his nose would get in the way. :lol:
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jan 14th 2011, 8:53 pm
Replies: 12,809
Views: 1,393,216
Posted By poppycat

Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II

Strangely enough, my ex said the same. Wonder if they're related? :lol: I told him that in the UK our food is cut up and we eat solely with a fork.....if we're under 5yrs of age! :D
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 14th 2011, 7:00 am
Replies: 25
Views: 2,400
Posted By poppycat

Re: Shipping a few boxes

I haven't shipped my boxes yet CG, but I do plan to use them as they provided the most competitive quote and I couldn't find any negative reports about the company when I researched them. They were...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jan 13th 2011, 8:21 pm
Replies: 12,809
Views: 1,393,216
Posted By poppycat

Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II

Many, many congratulations, Jackie! FABULOUS news! :thumbsup:
Forum: Moving back or to the UK
Jan 13th 2011, 5:59 pm
Replies: 25
Views: 2,400
Posted By poppycat

Re: Shipping a few boxes

I got a very competative quote (compared to numerous companies I contacted) from shipnex.com to move 6 large boxes (18" x 18" x 24" - approx. 300lbs total weight), US to the UK. International...
Forum: The Rovers Return
Jan 11th 2011, 4:07 pm
Replies: 12,809
Views: 1,393,216
Posted By poppycat

Re: OVER 50's & 60's MOVING BACK TO THE UK - Part II

Although I'm not yet home, I've used XE.com on several occassions to convert currencies and transfer funds into my UK bank account. Very easy to set up an online account, although it does take a few...
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