Coronavirus (Non-Politics)

[wakes123]

I've got Ibiza booked for mid-September. We've hired a villa for a Stag.

I don't think there's any chance the big clubs will be open by September, but we're hoping maybe we can still fly out there and just stay in the villa for a few days. Not counting on it though.

 

[Voice of Reason]

Northern Italy end of June, think we will just transfer it to next year

 

[RHB]

Depends where you're going on your hols I suppose.If you studied French at school then its probably easier to pick up again now.If not I'd say Spanish was easier to learn.

I don't see what's wrong with shouting, in a very loud voice, 'Oi matey, do you speak English??)

 

[kevst183]

Just seen on the news about how many billions the govt will need to borrow to cover the virus costs. How about borrowing it from China and then refuse to pay it back

 

[MK Shrimper]

Just seen on the news about how many billions the govt will need to borrow to cover the virus costs. How about borrowing it from China and then refuse to pay it back

I'd rather not start a war. Lockdown won't work when our houses are obliterated by nuclear blasts.

 

[dannypav]

I don't see what's wrong with shouting, in a very loud voice, 'Oi matey, do you speak English??)

You’re perfectly correct RHB , but I have found on occasions you have to say it more than once , which can be very frustrating.

 

[Mad Cyril]

I feel for you guys. Even when restrictions are lifted and people can fly I think there will be a massive downturn from the usual business they get. Firstly a lot of people who have been financially affected by this crisis will be cutting back on non essentials like holidays. Secondly (and this is the bracket I fall into), people will be wary of jumping on a plane where the air is recirculated and catching the virus. I always seem to pick up a cold or something after flying I just wouldn't risk it.

Hope you and Kev find a way through this

My view is that flying will once again be only for the rich.

 

[Mad Cyril]

Yeah this it the key point, IMO.

As I’ve mentioned over the years, I love Las Vegas, and visit semi-regulary (9 times in 12 years). I keep up to date with the latest goings-on over there, and no more so, than right now.

I had been mentally planning my next trip for later this year, however, I’ll be giving it a miss for a while.

I have absolutely no faith or trust, in the place being safe.

That old saying ‘avoid it like the plague’, has never been more apt, than right now.

I have been to Vegas once and whilst it is a spectacle I disliked the clientele.

I have worked in the US quite a bit and have found the vast majority of Americans to be extremely polite but Vegas attracted the very worst of them.

 

[Tangled up in Blue]

I don't see what's wrong with shouting, in a very loud voice, 'Oi matey, do you speak English??)

Seems to be very popular in Spain.Doesn't go down too well in France in my experience.

 

[Tangled up in Blue]

I'd rather not start a war. Lockdown won't work when our houses are obliterated by nuclear blasts.

Surely they'd just bomb the cows in MK ?

"come friendly bombs rain on MK,

It's not fit for humans now."

 

[GBJ]

I have been to Vegas once and whilst it is a spectacle I disliked the clientele.

I have worked in the US quite a bit and have found the vast majority of Americans to be extremely polite but Vegas attracted the very worst of them.

Yeah, you certainly do find some pricks out there, but then in fairness, you’ll always get that in any major tourist destination.

By-and-large most of the people I’ve encountered out there seem to be good natured. Although, I will say that they struggle with British humour & sarcasm.

Over the past few years, Vegas has been attracting more and more Californians, not only to visit, but to relocate too. Having spoken to the locals they seem to be under the impression that the problems you mention, and this influx of people from the Wild West, are connected.

I’m not convinced they’re necessarily related, but I don’t know.

Edit: you didn’t go down Fremont Street after dark, did you? That’s enough to put anyone off.

 

[Shrimpers are Magic]

I have been to Vegas once and whilst it is a spectacle I disliked the clientele.

I have worked in the US quite a bit and have found the vast majority of Americans to be extremely polite but Vegas attracted the very worst of them.

travelled around the states (west coast then Texas to LA) one of if not the most friendly people’s I’ve encountered.
Puts the UK to shame. Would seriously consider living there if opportunity arose.
Also did Vegas and loved it although wouldn’t want to be there for long!

 

[Tinks]

I have a couple of cruises booked and had an email today stating that all booked cruises up to the 31st July are now cancelled.
I guessed it it would be so no real great shock tbh and given what has being going on I am not too fussed.
On the plus side of this though I can get a full refund or if I choose to book another cruise with this company they will will give us a credit note of 125%

 

[RHB]

I have a couple of cruises booked and had an email today stating that all booked cruises up to the 31st July are now cancelled.
I guessed it it would be so no real great shock tbh and given what has being going on I am not too fussed.
On the plus side of this though I can get a full refund or if I choose to book another cruise with this company they will will give us a credit note of 125%

125% sounds good but you have to wonder whether Cruise Companies will survive this whole business and be around next year.

 

[Shrimpers are Magic]

I have a couple of cruises booked and had an email today stating that all booked cruises up to the 31st July are now cancelled.
I guessed it it would be so no real great shock tbh and given what has being going on I am not too fussed.
On the plus side of this though I can get a full refund or if I choose to book another cruise with this company they will will give us a credit note of 125%

on first look I thought take the 125% then I read RHB post and gave pause for thought.
tricky one

 

[Shrimpers are Magic]

Was expecting some clarity on what the CMO said yesterday about social distancing at today’s press conference.
May have helped if one of the journalists had asked!

 

[THE SEVENTIES NORTH BANK]

125% sounds good but you have to wonder whether Cruise Companies will survive this whole business and be around next year.

Yes, I would take the refund. Even if they survive, all the travel experts say travel between countries will be much more expensive. So next years price, you might not want the cruise

 

[Billy Bests boot laces]

I've got Ibiza booked for mid-September. Not counting on it though.

Was meant to fly to NY next week, amended flight to 29th Sept. 5 months till then, fingers x!.

 

[dannypav]

Yes, I would take the refund. Even if they survive, all the travel experts say travel between countries will be much more expensive. So next years price, you might not want the cruise

Whilst I understand the reasoning , and I’m certainly not going to try to make a case against ‘travel experts’ , surely there must also be some element of needing to entice customers with offers ?
Just using basic supply and demand?

 

[THE SEVENTIES NORTH BANK]

Whilst I understand the reasoning , and I’m certainly not going to try to make a case against ‘travel experts’ , surely there must also be some element of needing to entice customers with offers ?
Just using basic supply and demand?

Yep sure. The experts are saying one thing, but surely, as you say, they will need customers, and also, the fuel prices will be so low for a few years as everyone seems to be fully loaded with the stuff. In Texas this week they were paying people to take it off their hands as they ran out of storage space. So, we shall see what happens.