carolh Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 We have decided to have a long weekend in France - 16 - 19 November - so yesterday logged onto:- Sea France and got a price of £31 each way for 6.5m mh, then looked at Norfolk line and it was £99 each way + a charge for being over 6m! p & p £43.50 out and £37.5 back same times - 2am on the 16th and 11am on the 19th So Sea France it is - it's their saver fare - non refundable and a charge to amend the time etc. I am amazed at the difference in prices - don't norfolkline want us anymore - last time we travelled with them at this time of year the boat was nearly empty. Carol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly58 Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 Last week booked Seafrance for next May £64 return with Brownhills discount code . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Jones Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 We've used SeaFrance nearly every year since we've been down here. Usually go to their website just after Christmas "to see how much we'll need to budget for," & find they're quoting around £70 return (van +2, July/Aug, sensible times). That prompts me to say "We'd better book quick, while they're offering a price like that!" Often do a day-trip end of Nov or early Dec (not at all a Booze Cruise), and up to now that's been by tunnel for speed and stability. This year they quoted a silly price, and we've booked SF for £35 return (only in the car at present . :'( :'( ). We'll take a chance on the state of the sea! Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JudgeMental Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 thinking of booking the Eurotunnel 5 return trip offer for next year, has anyone any experience of this. and how does it work exactly, do you have to book dates/trips in advance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 Hi Judge I believe your beloved Michele has done this so you might like to PM her! :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 What,s Brownhills Discount code then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly58 Posted November 6, 2007 Share Posted November 6, 2007 Clive check your inbox for pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 6, 2007 Share Posted November 6, 2007 JudgeMental - 2007-11-05 7:25 PM thinking of booking the Eurotunnel 5 return trip offer for next year, has anyone any experience of this. and how does it work exactly, do you have to book dates/trips in advance? Tis me my young man that does this guilty mulud. 10 trips it termed as not five they count the 10 singles it cost £390 for the year . It not the cheapest but it does not fluctuate unlike the ferrys But for us there the added bonus of just driving on down as and when . No sorry full up mularky . You book the 10 pay there and then thats for the year now this price£39 I have to say is for a car then if you take the M/H you pay £9 additional each way so an extra £18 you can only travel out after two oclock and you must return before two oclock thats it really . The good thing is years ago when we used to book the shuttle for our summer trip it used to cost £380 4/500 now it is gaurenteed to cost only the £48 so to us its a big saving :D most of all we like the convience the train is always going so not hard to get on one early or if your late not get penalised. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinou Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Thanks for the info Michele - have followed up to see if we could take trailer and Smart car aswell - just another £39 each way if we really feel the need - definitely cheaper than the "wet" ferries! I feel more trips coming our way now...... B-) B-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JudgeMental Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 fanxs Michele By example say next summer trip, do you still make your booking in advance? I would think Easter, half term etc.. best to book early as usual? Fink I will leave till the new year then trip's can include next Christmas as well. thats if its not by a calander year is it - but it must be a year from when you book? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 When looking at ferry costs don't forget Norfolk Lines who seem to offer some very keen prices, particularly if you are happy to travel late at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catinou Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Have just passed info on to hubbie and he is now rubbing his hands together in glee - thinking of all the shopping we can do on a regular basis..... He particularly likes the fact that 24 hours notice only needed to book - makes the odd weekend away easier and, to our minds, more enjoyable - question - Devon or France? *-) (we live about the middle of South coast) With the news on the radio just now saying that the average price of petrol has gone over £1 in the Uk, following diesels move to that bracket last week, the (slightly) cheaper diesel in France will add to the pleasure too! B-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Catinou, Its the best way we have found we never have to book months in advance even at Easter Christmas summer holidays also. When we found that we where paying all that money year after year to get across for our annual summer holiday we started to look around . Fortunately they started a thing like Tescos collect your points so I found myself collecting and shopping in Le Coggles for Cigarettes for everyone basically anything they wanted this used to get me the points to use on the next trip. They stopped doing this and done the one off payment and we are now known as frequent travellers . Never had a problem yet actually I must tell you all that the CC that you book it in is the person that always has to travel so I pulled a fast one there . I booked it in my credit card so that way hubby can't go without me they do stipulate that also you must make sure you have it with you at all times . As soon as you get to bookin that is the first thing they check. If I fancy going early in the morning peak times I just pay the extra its not that you are actually stopped . If you book now example it runs out exactly this day next year and as I said before now I just save one trip for the summer holidays one of the five returns . Sometimes hubby books 5 returns and I do also that way we have 10 on the go we stagger them throughout the year he takes his mates I go with the girls :D then we have load with the kids and each other .Its fast nice and easy and there is nothing to buy at the shuttle so we save money as well :D The nice thing for us is say like today he is off the weekend we only have one of the kids I could phone as late as now book for tonight because its after 2pm go tonight be in Le Touquet tonight spend the weekend there or Brugge and be home on Sunday just like that :D We love it also we tend to have alittle snoozze whilst crossing afer a cuppa. Its nice to wake up to Bonjour and welcome you are here we have been known to shut our eyes and suddenly you are there :D quite a shock really its so fast no messing and straight off and onto the road at the other end. Anyway good luck happy travels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 catinou - 2007-11-07 2:18 PM Have just passed info on to hubbie and he is now rubbing his hands together in glee - thinking of all the shopping we can do on a regular basis..... He particularly likes the fact that 24 hours notice only needed to book - makes the odd weekend away easier and, to our minds, more enjoyable - question - Devon or France? *-) (we live about the middle of South coast) With the news on the radio just now saying that the average price of petrol has gone over £1 in the Uk, following diesels move to that bracket last week, the (slightly) cheaper diesel in France will add to the pleasure too! B-) just noticed where you live apparently a friend does the same on a boat from portsmouth fareham hants . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JudgeMental Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Surely the credit card that trip is booked on needs to be present/presented, not necessarily the owner of the credit card.... whats to stop me lending my card to my sister for a trip? As, you can book in automatically with the card at amchine and only show passports at customs...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 I dont know what its all about judge but I do know that if you use the machine you may get away with it providing the machine dont go wrong . but if you use the kiosk and it says Mr on the booking and No Mr is there you are in trouble. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Home - Passengers > Products & services > Frequent Travellers > Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Tickets types and fares FlexiPlus fares Self Check-In Group Bookings Frequent Travellers Fares, dates and times Register now Book now Terms and conditions Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Insurance Benefits Our prices How our prices compare Buy or renew now Important notice How to get help So you think you are covered? Accommodation Hotels Holidays Ski Disneyland® Resort Paris Eurotunnel Shopping Shops in the UK Shops in France Preorder your shopping Travelling with Eurotunnel The Eurotunnel experience What do you drive? Bicycles Disabled users Where to find us Pets If you are making more than 5 return trips within 12 months and require extra flexibility and convenience, Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus is the ideal solution for you. FlexiPlus allows you to turn up early or late - even if you are booked on a specific departure, you can travel on the next available shuttle (subject to availability). Also, if you wish to amend your booking you can do so at no extra cost. Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus allows you to enjoy the exclusive benefits of FlexiPlus and save money at the same time. A telephone number exclusively dedicated to you is available once your registration is completed. >> How to register Simply call our Contact Centre and pay for a minimum of 10 single Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus tickets for only £119 each. You will receive a Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Account number and password, which you will need everytime you book. >> How to Book Just call our Contact Centre and quote your Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Account number and password. The registered Frequent Traveller must travel on all bookings. Don't forget to book before you travel. Bookings cannot be made at check-in on the day of travel. It is essential to book before travelling to enjoy the benefits of Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus, and to avoid any disruption to your journey. If you are travelling during holiday and busy periods, book early to avoid disappointment. All tickets are subject to availability. Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Accounts are valid for 12 months from the date payment is made. Terms and Conditions Please read carefully the Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Terms and Conditions Amendments Bookings can be amended up to 24 hours prior to travel (subject to availability). Cancellations If you cancel your journey, the value of that journey will be credited to your Frequent Traveller FlexiPlus Account for use later in your registration year. If you cancel the Account any outstanding credit is non-refundable. © 2007 Eurotunnel. All rights reserved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Pets are part of the family - so we treat them just as we would treat any other passenger. Since the introduction of the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS), it is so much easier to travel with your pets. Since February 2000, over 138,000 pets have crossed the channel with us. We were even highly commended in the 2004 Winalot Approved Dog Friendly Awards. >>The Eurotunnel pet experience Important! Make sure you advise us at the time of booking that you are travelling with a pet. Convenient! Your pet stays with you throughout the 35-minute crossing. On your return, BEFORE you enter the Eurotunnel site, you will need to visit the Pet Control Booth situated on the right before the Check In lanes so we can carry out the necessary checks. We will read your pet's identifying microchip and check its passport and documentation to prove your pet has received all the necessary vaccinations and treatments (e.g. rabies injection and tick and worm treatment). Checks or passports do not apply to rabbits and pet rodents. Tip! Our UK and French terminals have exercise areas for your pet to ensure it is comfortable before boarding. >> Pet travel costs to bring your pet back into the UK Dog cats and ferrets £30 (€46) per animal (direction from France to UK only). Registered guide dogs travel free of charge. Pet rabbits and rodents ("Guinea pigs", "mice"). They travel without a passport and free of charge! However they should be declared at the British Frontier Control. For more information on necessary documents to travel with your rodent, please contact DEFRA. For other animals If you travel with some other species or with more than 5 pets, please contact our Contact centre. Tip! You are charged only to transport your pet back to the UK (direction from France to UK). The Pet Travel Scheme Domestic pets travel under the PETS passport scheme as notified in our Conditions of Carriage. For the most up-to-date information on the PETS scheme please refer to the DEFRA* PETS website. Eurotunnel advise you to contact DEFRA to see the consequences in case of failure to comply to the PETS regulations. *DEFRA : Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. >> Need a friendly pet hotel? Many hotels on the Continent do accept pets, but do check before booking. Since we teamed up with Active hotels, we can offer you some fantastic deals on over 10,000 hotels across Europe. Check out the amazing choice of hotels on offer. (check whether individual hotels accept pets). © 2007 Eurotunnel. All rights reserved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel B Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Michele Can you use Tesco vouchers to pay for the 10 trips? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michele Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Mel That I have no idea of I know some people use them but whether its through this sceme I have not a clue . I didnt see anything on the website . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick H. Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 carolh - 2007-11-05 4:37 PM We have decided to have a long weekend in France - 16 - 19 November - so yesterday logged onto:- Sea France and got a price of £31 each way for 6.5m mh, then looked at Norfolk line and it was £99 each way + a charge for being over 6m! p & p £43.50 out and £37.5 back same times - 2am on the 16th and 11am on the 19th So Sea France it is - it's their saver fare - non refundable and a charge to amend the time etc. I am amazed at the difference in prices - don't norfolkline want us anymore - last time we travelled with them at this time of year the boat was nearly empty. Carol Also with Sea France if you add £10 to the cost of the fare,each way you can faf them around as much as you like with the times you travel Mick H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enodreven Posted November 13, 2007 Share Posted November 13, 2007 Hi, Has anyone compared the Seafrance Garnet with the Tunnel's 10 trip offer ? just wondering how they compare Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordThornber Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 For those interested, E-bay regularly has Tesco travel ( P&O ferries) vouchers up for bidding. Never actually bought any myself, but for a guide price, the last lot I followed was for £40 and they had reached £17 with a day to go. Went away before it closed so didn't see the final price. Martyn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chatterdog Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 Thaks for that info michelle, you prob just saved me a fortune, i would never of thought of booking F.T. tickets. We use the chunnel because of our dog and a lot of times when we go over to europe it is short notice so usually costs a bomb. so even if i only use it twice it will have saved me money as have been given prices in excess of 300.00 in the past one way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BGD Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 So if you dress your dog in a rabbit costume, it gets back through the Chunnel to the UK for free!! :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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