FLORIDA PRE TRAVEL DAY | VIRGIN ATLANTIC MANCHESTER TWILIGHT CHECK IN

[@suelimb8790]

I am so excited for your florida trip but have also love the van build I keep going back on them to see how it looked so clever xx

[@janetovens756]

Rewatching cause I love your travel vlogs and last trip i did was solo and security was a breeze because I didnt have to worry about anyone elses bags and what was in them

[@owenmcdonald5922]

I love your Florida trips. This is why I subscribe. I'll enjoy the next 3 weeks.

[@BridgetB-jn8ky]

Great vlog guys! I’m excited for you 😉 oh Nick, 32:10 😂 haw!

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Thank you!! 😁

[@charlenemccoy6329]

I really like the look of your new luggage . Have a great time in Florida . My daughter and I are going the end of april the began May.

[@bendrp28]

I bought my suitcase over 10 years ago. It was definitely an investment at the time but it is still going strong and has many years left in it hopefully. With suitcases, you buy cheap, you buy ten times!

[@Sandy809]

We’ve just come back from Gran Canaria, missing the sun and the heat, so can’t wait to go to Florida (virtually!) with you!😎🌞💝

[@annciesla1003]

I'm so excited for you both We are going in March two celebrate 🎉 my 60th Birthday have a awesome time

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Always nice to have a Florida trip planned to look forward to

[@aimeeguerrera2579]

YEEESSS!! just what I needed another Florida series! Thank you 😊😊

[@fionachadwick8005]

I love those yellow suitcases!!

[@WiresWackyfan]

Another great vlog, I’m really enjoying watching you guys. My partner and I now sit and watch the new ones together then watch your old ones. You guys have been therapy for me at the moment as I’m going through treatment for a kidney condition. Thank you for cheering me up. Keep up the great work and we can’t wait to see the next ones. From Allan in Warrington. XxX

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Thanks Allan. Glad you are enjoying the videos and they can help you in some way

[@WiresWackyfan]

@@TheLodgeGuys I love all things USA (except politics), and I love the vanlife culture that’s happening. Although I can’t travel at the moment I love watching what you all ( Mr & Mrs Bazza etc) are getting up to. Hope you’re having the best time and thanks again. XxX

[@lesliereynolds4492]

I love your travel days, I was so surprised when you snapped your fingers and were in WDW. Looking forward to this trip.

[@hannahmichaelstravels1604]

When we went last year we booked the lounge and we did end up having two breakfasts. The hotel upgraded us to the executive lounge with free breakfast as we were getting married in Florida. Thankyou for another great vlog ps loving the van build

[@paulhigginson2644]

Been waiting for you guys to go back. Can't wait for the vlogs, so excited

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Hope you enjoy them

[@amandadodgson2444]

So pleased you are returning to Florida....you need a break from working on the van definitely....❤😊❤😊

[@denaricket451]

Like Leigh’s new luggage it looks smart

[@andylad17]

Great vlogs guys❤

[@carolinegee1865]

Omg I feel soooo excited for these vlogs. I love the build vlogs and defo a travel day one 😊

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Glad you like them!

[@helgabullabong]

So excited to see what you get up to in Florida. Cheers xx

[@catherinebernard1270]

Going to miss the van build vlogs,but still love the Florida vlogs too,just enjoy guy's you both will be needing the break❤

[@joannewalsh3597]

Fab vlog. Luggage looks fab. Love watching you guys you are brilliant at vlogging . We fly out soon and can’t wait xxx

[@TheLASChannel]

We bought a yellow case with the same idea no one will have it and there were loads in yellow on the conveyor belt lol and all trip cases haha 😂

[@HappilyPlanningWithKaren]

We have the same hand luggage as Leigh, the front compartment for electricals is such a game changer for grabbing your items in security, plus such a dream to push!!

[@TheLodgeGuys]

It holds so much !

[@carolineharnden6356]

Have a fantastic holiday can’t wait for your Florida vlogs❤❤

[@karenteeters473]

Exciting times, just book again for next September ! So I love watching your Florida vlogs. Always get some new ideas and places to try. Hope your having the best time x

[@cindyandkurt]

Can't wait to see the rest of this series! We were in Florida the same time you were there! Stayed at Caribbean Beach Resort!!!!!!

[@TheLodgeGuys]

We got stuck in the lobby there during a storm

[@cindyandkurt]

@@TheLodgeGuys We saw that instagram video! Unbelievable!!

[@aaronlittlehales2664]

i've been looking at doing the same trip but i thought it would be better to go out in premium and come back in upperclass to make better use of the luggage allowance bringing extra stuff home

[@dianeprice5798]

Hiya guys,lovin the new luggage 🧳 which looks like you have plenty of room for Disney merchandise and candles, don't forget bath and body works I love that shop, glad we got one in Trafford centre, we hoping to go to Florida in 2years we waiting for the new universal park to open. Have fun guys ❤

[@estherw5042]

Excited for this Florida series ❤

[@TheSunIsMyDestroyer]

what was the packet you emptied into the onions?

[@doreenmcgovern7439]

Those are awesome suitcases! Very lucky

[@Chieftracyhorse]

Sure your trip will be filled with fun!

[@ryanshaw8239]

Hi I love your vlogs loving the van build as well

[@stephencoutu2674]

I like your vans white backsplash, the pattern looks great and does not say to me, bath room. Keep it for now, it can be changed when you get tired of it in a year or two.

[@traceyjones5075]

Have a lovely time love u guys xxx

[@hilaryryan6608]

Another fantastic VLOG. Thanks guys. Xxxx

[@nicolaward1034]

Exciting times 😆 looking forward to seeing the upcoming vlogs ❤ xx

[@julianchance5469]

PLEASE! Whenever you’re staying there, go to the Romper pub round the corner, Proper pub food at decent prices! The best option over there hotel restaurants!!

[@annnicolson4524]

Hi lodge guys I am going to Florida on the 17th of October staying in Rosen inn international for two weeks hope weather is good have good holiday x

[@ericakelsey5864]

I just got back from another 14 night stay @ the Tree House Villas and the Polynesian last week. Our trips didn’t line up this time. So excited for these vlogs. 🥰😎

[@TheLodgeGuys]

The villas sound like a good place to stay

[@stewarttyson1355]

Another trip to Florida, we are very jealous!, nice cases and we, like someone commented below recommend packing cubes they are really useful when packing and unpacking etc.. Were you aware that i understand Virgin and BA do not allow some trackers in the hold luggage as they contain active lithium ion batteries so the Samsung, Apple trackers etc.. should not be in the suitcase. The FAA in the USA do allow them if they meet certain criteria but individual alrlines may not. Things may have changed but worth checking out!

[@gloriaastley7553]

Love the suitcases , look very posh and expensive looking , I know you have the tags but do you never mix and match your suitcases with some of both your stuff just in case they do go missing and don’t get back to you for a few days ❤😊

[@rachelgennery8706]

Oh beaches and cream kitchen sink is on our list when we go!!!

[@Sue-l1h]

Hi guys who do you use to book your villas in Florida with

[@TheLodgeGuys]

The details will be in the description of the travel day vlog for our villa 👍

[@MrsBPoppy]

Loving vlogs we were there when you were there xx

[@alisonl777]

Leigh im so impressed with the way you fold your shirts that you place in the packing cube,your just so neat and tidy. 💙💙 xx

[@TheLodgeGuys]

I try my best to be tidy lol

[@alisonl777]

@TheLodgeGuys your brilliant at it Leigh,I need to follow your lead for sure. 💙💙 xx

[@purpletopazcat]

Great vlog 👍

[@janetovens756]

Getting so excited for you even though you're already there🤣

[@paulbeaven3294]

You need to get Compression packing cubes! We did 4 week road trip across the US and they were life changing! ❤

[@shropgel]

Hi, I love your blogs. Could you tell me what a companion seat is please. I have used points and money for my trip next May but have never heard of companion seats.

[@TheLodgeGuys]

check out our blog we have an article on there explaining it all xx

[@vix3469]

I'm pretty sure the neck fan should be in your hand luagge as it will be a lithium battery 😮

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Your allowed anything less than 100watt hours are the post in our Orlando group showing what's permitted and lithium in your hold luggage

[@terryhardy123]

Omg. I go away on a cruise for 11 days and come back and you've gone to florida.... blimin amazing. Love watching you guys And a good time to go now, was the van getting to you ? Which btw is amazing as well. Well as van lide on hold beaming to watch florida vlogs, gutted you will see moana before me.. im going in mid march next year Take care Therese w xx

[@stephencoutu2674]

I am so glad you both got high quality luggage for your extensive travels, it looks wonderful!

[@TheLodgeGuys]

They are really good

[@1955A]

Love the vlog even though I'm so jealous. The luggage looks fantastic. If you got room in your case Leigh I could squeeze in 😂.Enjoy the holiday you have both worked so hard on the van. Can't wait for the travel day and when you stay with the Bazzas. Love those two as well.❤

[@robertgrady5509]

Hi guys we are flying to Lax on virgin but used points and paid the tax to go upper how does companion voucher work ? I’m thinking maybe it would have been better for us to do it that way x

[@mfoth20]

We booked directly through Alamo it was alot cheaper than Andy's discount car hire.

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Thats good. We usually find Andy cheaper but I guess hes not all the time

[@rogermadeley7413]

I bought a Samsonite case back in the 80s for about £90 and it's still going strong...been all around the world with me😁

[@TheLodgeGuys]

We have been unlucky with some poor quality cases in the last couple of years. Hopefully these will last longer

[@gloriaastley7553]

Can I ask what you mean by TSA locks 😊

[@jofereday7213]

The new Holiday Inn is fabulous, the Turkish restaurant is absolutely delicious 🤤 my hubby travels a lot & stays in IHG hotels, so with his points we got our nights stay free!! And a free drink each 😜

[@magshunt4392]

Did you stay in the same villa as im looking to book for next year ❤

[@TheLodgeGuys]

No. Different this time. All the details will be in the next vlog

[@ilsehunt6338]

Liking Leigh’s luggage looks very smart! Not sure about the square yellow ones , however you’ll spot them straight away lol ! My favourite sort of vlogs on the way yeah! It must have killed leigh not to pack weeks in advance lol x

[@janetovens756]

When I went to Orlando in July I flew to London from Edinburgh and it cost me £250 for the night at Hampton by Hilton, the Doubletree Hilton where I would normally stay wanted £350

[@72Jamar]

@TheLodgeGuys hoping you might be able to give me some advice. My husband and I are travelling to Europe from Australia for the first time next June and we are scheduled to fly out of Manchester to Amsterdam on KLM at 9am. We are currently booked to stay in Liverpool for the 2 nights prior to spend time with family but now wondering if we should spend the night before at an airport hotel in Manchester so we don’t have to be up so early. What would you suggest?

[@TheLodgeGuys]

With an early flight time like that we would always spend the night near the airport. It just takes the hassle out of travel day and less rushing and of course less risk of being stuck in any traffic and missing your flight. It happened to us one year. Nick forgot his wallet and we had to drive back to the house and almost missed a flight

[@72Jamar]

Thank you. Is Manchester airport really busy? Do we need to be at the airport 2 or 3 hours before our flight?

[@Sarah-ux9bm]

We always stay at the Radisson Blu hotel at the airport. No need for shuttles or taxis as you use the Skylink walkway. Very convenient.

[@victoriahadwin4513]

I got yellow case, nobody will have that colour then went away and saw several yellow cases😂

[@Diane-ft5zj]

You guys should also try Disney world in Japan, like The Bazzas did

[@TheLodgeGuys]

One day maybe

[@priscillajohnson6573]

Love the luggage. How do you live without air conditioning in your lodge? Safe travels 😊

[@pamelabrown2232]

Hi could I ask about car hire I hear people talk about andy car hire could I ask how much you pay as prices are coming in over 1000 + for just over 2 weeks Are the prices better closer to date going than in advance

[@TheLodgeGuys]

We book as far out as possible (you don't have to pay) we then check prices weekly if they change we get it adjusted by Andy) we only pay when it's due

[@juliadavison]

Where is Andy car hire outside the airport are the prices reasonable thinking about Booking for florida on virgin Atlantic next year not been as just wiped out my mortgage and paid my mortgage off so many holidays to the USA from late 24 onwards

[@victoriamaude9943]

I wish I knew how I could go as often and for as long as you do, so jealous 😂

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Hard word. Running a business and other things we do. It's the only way we can afford trips. 😊

[@jacquelineallen9954]

Another great vlog. Loving the luggage I am sure they will come back full. Have a great time you deserve it after working so hard on the van xx

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lower232]

Hi guys loving the vlogs but looking for a little help. What phone number do you use for Virgin to sort out upgrades and point etc. I have 400k points and 2 companion seats to use and want to speak to someone at Virgin about it. Thanks

[@robinwalton7872]

So excited to see your new adventures in Disney. We are heading to disney and a disney fantasy cruise next week. Have a great time!

[@TheLodgeGuys]

Thank you! You too!

[@JAZZCFC]

Oh leigh who needs Henry cavill man of steel when u have super nick captain DIY. 😉

[@TheLodgeGuys]

I mean. I wouldn't mind swapping for a week 🤔

[@JAZZCFC]

@@TheLodgeGuys 😂😂😂

[@jackiecarlin9725]

Enjoy your Tim away but hurry back 😂need to see the van finally finished and you on your amazing adventures 🚍x

[@MattBowles-wn2fq]

Me and the wife just came back from Florida on Tuesday which was for our honeymoon and we loved every minute of it. We are looking at booking again for 2025 unless we win the lottery. We used Virgin Twilight check in and it was so much easier the next day not having the push 4 cases around with us so we will be doing that again. One thing I did notice in Florida the day we were flying we went to Disneys Springs shopping and thought we'd see about checking the bags in but unfortunately the service wasn't available don't know if this is only available on certain days.

[@sarahhill1796]

Great pre travel day vlog guys, We’re so jealous that you guys get to go to Florida most years. We’ve still not been yet! It’s a lifetime dream & fingers crossed we’re planning to go in Jan 25. But it’s all subject to our youngest sons health. As he has a Mast Cell Activation Disorder, which is basically a hyper active immune system & causes him to go into spontaneous anaphylaxis & one of his triggers is heat & being too hot!🙈So fingers crossed we will be able to make it out there in January when it’s a lot cooler. 🤞🤞

[@seanmarshall6544]

Did Nick enjoy his meal in the hotel restaurant as it didn't look very appealing lol

[@Rochebystar]

I have carry on envy. That front side opener is an epic idea…

[@eprohoda]

Hello- useful rtavel. see ya. 👍

[@missymayjones]

Have the best time guys , and remember to relax too , x

[@stevenpluff6481]

Can't wait for the Florida videos. The only pre-travel things for me is to pack my suitcase, pick up the rental car, and then load it up with the luggage. Our travel day is an 8 hour drive from Mississippi to Disney

[@WhoAteThePeach]

How often do you guys go to Florida.... on average? Do you reckon? Thanks!

[@TheLodgeGuys]

It's been more this year but to make our annual pass worth it we need 4 weeks a year min to make it worthwhile

[@WhoAteThePeach]

@@TheLodgeGuys I'd love to go 4 weeks a year... maybe some day! We do spend a lot on meals out though, I'm sure we could cut our spending pretty dramatically!

[@jaccroft]

💋

[@TheLodgeGuys]

💖💖💖💖

[@valerielawley8477]

I want to pack now 😂

[@tallactordude]

It’s so unusual for the two of you not to be obsessing over having too much weight in your suitcases. I’m sure it’s nice to have extra space in there in case you do decide to bring some stuff back with you.