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Single travel.
The times I've used Caledonian have been very good, meals excellent accommodation clean and tours well managed. However just now your failing the single traveller with the lack of rooms for them to book into.Its a problem that can only increase as your popularity grows.You charge double rates if we take a double bedroom or you don't have anything to suit. It will mean a lack of single travelling for such as myself. I'm going to Llandudno in September and I've had to take a twin bedded room, not ideal for my single travelling friend.It needs addressing in the future.
Date of experience : April 29, 2024
Excellent service
My mum the wife and myself had two excursions last week to bath and Somerset steam railway. Coach driver Tim was so helpful especially looking after my mother on off the bus and help storing her walker. Very sociable and making everyone laugh on the bus. Mercedes bus so lovely and comfortable. Third time I have been with Caledonian travel faultless keep up the good work and thanks again Tim.
Date of experience : April 23, 2024
London and Harry Potter 2 day break
London and Harry Potter 2 day break The experience was good a few hours in London and the Harry Potter tour was great. However the Holiday Inn at Hamel Hampstead where we stayed overnight was bad. The evening meal was very poor and only water to drink so had to purchase tea and other drinks at bar. The beds in the room were so hard and uncomfortable. For nearly £600 for 3 people sharing a room and taking into account the evening meal where we had to queue for the poor buffet I felt it was poor value for money.
Date of experience : April 27, 2024
An enjoyable experience
We went on a four day trip to Balmoral Castle and Aberdeenshire. It was easy to book, the trip was well organised and the coach was clean, comfortable and well driven by our driver Mick who kept us informed and entertained throughout the journey. We had heard terrible reports about the hotel in Aberdeen but these proved to be unfounded as our room was clean, comfortable, well equipped although a bit tired and the meals and service were excellent. A very enjoyable trip
Date of experience : April 19, 2024
torbay hotel in Torquay
Brilliant torbay hotel in Torquay, Brilliant service by Peter our coach driver our breakfast was 1st class dinner was 3/5 just small portions Canny entertainment and bingo And pedro and his team are getting this hotel better and better each time we come down
Date of experience : April 22, 2024
Couldn’t ask for more
David was great helping us achieve all our needs, we are a group of pensioners, and getting them all to Hamilton bus station impossible, so David has arranged for us all to be picked up here in our village, which makes it possible to have a day away. Can’t thank him enough.
Date of experience : April 26, 2024
Sam was genuinely really helpful and…
Sam was genuinely really helpful and kind. I have often asked other coach tour companies to see if the hotel can offer me a room as a single passenger only for them to rarely get back in touch never mind resolve my request for me. Sam who I spoke to was friendly and efficient and if the holiday lives up to her customer service and values I will be very impressed.
Date of experience : April 25, 2024
Great weekend…
Driver mark was great .clear about the itinerary and when he said any problems just ask he meant it .hotel was clean food fine and reasonably sited for reaching stratford and warwick.loads to do at warwick castle would definitely recommend if you are thinking about it
Ladies Weekend
I have enjoyed all trips so far, excellent, knowledgeable drivers. Great destinations, hotels are more than adequate for the price we pay. Would certainly recommend this company. Our visit to Liverpool for Full Monty Theatre break was superb!
Date of experience : January 20, 2024
Great value for money
I have been on many coach trips with Caledonian, and wouldn't use anyone else, the trips are great value, I mean we're else can you get a trip away for as little as £79 with bed, breakfast, evening meal and travel. Friendly and helpful staff and drivers, great choice of coach trips to suit everyone, can't wait for my next trip away. Keep up the good work Caledonian!
Date of experience : April 20, 2024
Amazing customer service
Amazing customer service . Telephone was answered straight away & Sarah was so pleasant & helpful & made the booking so very easy . I've booked before online but preferred to speak to a lovely agent . Would highly recommend your company & to be honest I have & know quite a few that now travel with you . Well done
Great Value for Money
Great Value for Money, the coach was immaculate, the driver was fun and very helpful. Dinner bed and breakfast - couldn’t complain for what we paid. There was no drink service in the restaurant so it was more like a canteen. The stops we had, Port Patrick, Dumfries House and Troon. All lovely , Dumfries house, the Grand Tour and Afternoon Tea was fabulous, would book this 2 day weekend break again.
Presently on Chester and Liverpool trip
Presently on Chester and Liverpool trip Staying at holiday inn express rooms cold Evening meal cold no choice poor quality Asked for extra quilt told did not have one available Just Been told we have to leave in the morning at 8 am breakfast at am Will be in Liverpool at 9.am just because some have booked a trip we all have to suffer Worse trip ever bad management Never again will I travel with Caledonian
The day trips were worth every penny
The day trips were worth every penny. All the coach staff were excellent, especially Dennis, and Jason. However, the majority of hotel staff were abrupt, and not welcoming. The dinning room staff did not have a clue how to serve and run a dinning room. Even taken a used milk jug on two separate occasions of someone else's table, when we requested some milk! Cold plates, under cooked bacon no traditional Scottish Lorne sausage,or tattie scones, or a sniff of Haggis for breakfast. Frozen veg poor at that, frozen roast potatoes. A Tar-Mac pathway from car park to hotel would be a godsend, as most people struggled over gravel with cases, wheelchairs, walkers and sticks.
Leeds jaunt
Day excursion to Leeds.very good value for money. Coach picked us up on time. Comfortable journey to leeds. Just about the right amount of time to spend in leeds on a one day excursion. Staff at booking helpful. All exactly as it says on the tin. Have booked another excursion and would recommend Caledonia. 👌🏻 all in all a good experience.
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Good coaches and drivers
Coach clean and lots of leg room. Driver very informative and friendly. Hotel staff friendly. Food OK but could have been hotter and dining room service hit and miss. Entertainment OK. Our rooms refurbished with plenty of hot water and large walk in shower. Only downfall view looked over another bedroom. And although we had curtains had to keep them closed for privacy. Suggest nets to hide views in daytime. Very comfy bed and plenty of space for clothes etc. Claymore Hotel has fabulous ground views over Loch Long.
I have used Caledonian for years had…
I have used Caledonian for years had only one bad experience and that was just after covid. Cannot fault then at all. Do not expect 5 star however you are not paying 5star prices. Keep up the great work Caledonian
Weekend in Blackpool was pretty cool.
Price for break was great value.Driver was very good on the road and very helpful with the passengers.Room in hotel was comfortable enough although corridor outside my room was very noisy in the early hours on the second night.Swimming pool was a bit of a bonus and I made use of it every day I was there.Tram stop into centre of Blackpool was two minutes from hotel entrance and sandy beach was right across the road.
Excellent organisation on Ireland tour
Excellent organisation on Ireland tour. Change over of coaches & ferry crossing was easy, two drivers on the ‘feeder coaches’ & especially Robert our main driver were exceptional. The original departure time had changed but we had phone calls & e-mails from the company to inform us beforehand. Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday, would recommend Caledonian.
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“dumfries and gretna outlet”.
written by Pauline86 on 01/07/2023
Day trip with my mum today had a good time driver was brilliant very person centred great at his job and kept us all going. Would recommend Caledonian travel as my mum goes holidays several times a year with them and day trips also
“day at the races”
written by patriciagentles on 22/03/2023
recently returned from trip to Cheltenham fulfilled one of my bucket list thanks to Caledonian travel.special thanks to the driver for all his hard work and wise advice great value for money hopefully go again next year p gentles
“Great break”
written by JaidenLancaster39 on 06/03/2023
traveled with Caledonian to Glasgow and Moffat on overnight stay. our bus driver was brilliant and very informative about the history of Glasgow. The Admonton Country House was comfortable, very clean and welcoming. The only downside to the weekend was the breakfast with 3 coach loads of people it should have had staggered breakfast times for each coach. It was very disorganised and resulted in massive queues for cooked breakfast. I have back problems and could not have stood in the queue and opted for cereal, the replenishment of bread for toast was not there leaving people standing around waiting. Overall brilliant but hotel needs to sort out breakfast times.
“London lights and winter wonderland ”
written by CLEVELAND541498B on 10/12/2022
Shout out for our driver on this great trip. A man with a fountain of knowledge of London and amazing driving skills,took us everywhere,there was no where that we missed because of him. His helpfulness enabled us to have a great 5 days holiday. Nothing was to much trouble,he even showed us hidden gems which I can't wait to visit again and stay a while longer next time. Lots of laughs and a realy great first time experience for my niece on her first holiday to London. Would I recommend def yes.
“Stranger things experience ”
written by Isabelaj481 on 26/10/2022
I went on the Caledonian trip to the stranger things experience and London. The driver was nice, helpful and drove safely. He apologised for the traffic numerous times, even though it is out of his control and expected around London. He kept us up to date with times etc. throughout. We made a bonus stop in Chesterfield on the way to the hotel which was such a nice change to stopping at services. There was a market and all the shops you could need and some really nice architecture. The hotel was comfortable and clean. The room I had was quite big and on the 7th floor so had a good view. We drove to the stranger things experience in the evening. It was quite a drive away and we got back to the hotel close to 11pm. The experience itself was amazing. I can't comment on the food as I skipped both dinner and breakfast in favour of staying in bed. The weather on Sunday was not great, woken up by thunderstorms. We left the hotel just before 10am and had around 3 hours free time in London which despite the weather was really enjoyable. All in all a great trip and can't wait to book another one.
“magical mystery tour ”
written by mystetytour10 on 01/09/2022
well i don't know who wrote those reviews must have been on the moon trip was awful and the driver well for legal reasons cannot discuss do not use them ever customer service should be ashamed hotel basic rowdy drunk passengers but yeh chance you take
“Mystery Tour”
written by bryceMc on 29/08/2022
I would just like to share with you our experience (party of 4) on the recent Mystery Tour we had. Our destination Ended at Peterhead Britannia Waterfront Hotel. We all thoroughly enjoyed the start of our trip with a stop off at St Andrews which I am sure everyone on the bus tour also enjoyed. Our driver was ever so helpful and played along with the mystery from the word go. He was also kind and made several stops both on the journey there and back. However, a few people on the bus became disgruntled when they realised our destination was Peterhead and that the hotel was quite remote (chance you take if you book a Mystery Tour!!) Our thoughts on the hotel were: Yes it was remote. The manager of this hotel was absolutely amazing and was very hands on helping everywhere necessary, the food was good and there was entertainment at night which was a singer who was great. The rooms were clean and the staff were friendly and very helpful. If no one had a good time then they clearly set out NOT to enjoy themselves. We will absolutely be booking again. Thanks to our kind, helpful bus driver, the wonderful Hotel manager and his lovely staff and Caledonian Travel
“Worst stay ever”
written by annemarieburgess on 03/06/2022
My parents have just come back from a coach holiday were the way there from carlisle they waited a hour and a half for the bus should of been 12pm it arrived at 1.30 driver got lost in Blackpool so they didn't arrive till 4pm .the hotel new oxford was disgusting .they had to clean there own room had the same towel from Monday til the Friday they had to ask for toilet rolls the service was terrible. At breakfast there was spatula for eggs so my mother used one from the bacon and got shouted at for using it. There shower was scolding hot so they couldn't use it .there was loose slates at the front of the hotel where you stepped onto .Two women fell my mother witnessed it so thank god she never fell .the way back they were on the coach for 4 hours without a stop and the toilet was blocked on the bus .my mother is 75 and my father is 78 I'm absolutely appalled at there whole experience. I hope something can be done on this matted
“Beamish trip”
written by Sister2 on 12/05/2022
Went on the bemish trip on the 6th of May what a great weekend we had hotel was fantastic but evening meal nit that good but staff fab would go back bus driver was excellent thanks so much the 4 ladies had a ball x
“Not this hotel”
written by Mossposs on 25/04/2022
Just returned from Tina live tribute with Caledonian travel, first of all can't fault the coach, the driver great guy! Tina live was fab great night, the hotel, where do I start! The norbec castle is not clean! Didn't see one cleaner from arrival to departure, hand sanitiser at restaurant was empty! Beer bottle on staircase from night before hadn't been moved, glass on revolving doors at entrance was filthy,I do appreciate this is and old hotel but please, get the cleaners to clean this place! On a positive note the staff were friendly, we had no towels in room and reception sent a friendly man immediately with towels, evening meal was standard, breakfast was better. I understand this is a package holiday, well priced but please, Caledonian travel change the accommodation with your trips as I would love to return, but wasn't told where I was staying until 3 days beforehand. The norbec is advertised as in Blackpool, but its actually in Fleetwood, so taxi into town was ten pounds.hoping to return with Caledonian travel, but never to the norbec castle!
“Super value & Fabulous trip”
written by DebMarcia on 02/03/2022
Had a wonderful time on Mystery Weekend Special. GREAT trips & Good Hotel!Would fully recommend!!
“Great stay at the Riviera but.”
written by TheSnooperHU19 on 26/02/2022
Great good value holiday`s and breaks. The only quibble we have is that the 99p bar offer at some hotels should be explained properly in the over view of each particular hotel that has the offer. We have recently been to the Riviera Hotel Torquay the 99p bar was limited and it was 99p for half a beer not a pint has most people would assume. The mixers were also chargeable with the 99p spirit offer again people assume these are part of the drink.
“Four nights at the Claymore hotel”
written by StanMcBeth on 19/11/2021
Was at this hotel from Monday 15th to Friday 19th November, although our room wasn't the best, it was totally acceptable, the staff definitely make this hotel, great service and very friendly couldn't fault them,four free drinks per night per person was a great touch. The coach driver was very friendly and knowledgeable and would help with any problems (not that we had any) the weather was very poor, but that didn't detract from the trips out (never rained in any pub or cafe we visited) all in all, would definitely recommend this tour company to anyone who is looking for a great value break
“Overnight stay with show in london”
written by Ann04 on 08/11/2021
Even though we were split into 2 x 4 stalls and circle we had great seats.pretty woman was great. Coach very comfy could have done with phone charges on the seats would recommend as alot of other passengers agreed. Driver was very friendly and told us alot about London ive been loads of times but I still learnt alot .my group enjoyed his company. Great hotel at Heathrow. We found a great indian restaurant. Will definitely use your services again .
“Ayrshire Coast”
written by Carly432 on 06/10/2021
Hotel poor, no member of staff wearing masks, even after a Covid outbreak reception staff not wearing one. Coach was good although driver needed two long breaks less than 2 hours apart on the return journey whilst only need one on the outgoing one. Strange choice of places to visit, Largs and Cumbrae Island were good (day 1). loch Lomand and Glasgow not bad (day 3) but the trip to Troon, Ayr and Girvan was awful, not nice towns and Girvin was like a war zone with mostly shut down shops and the most depressing of high street, if you don't like spending time in a pub a waste of time as there was nothing to do and nowhere to go! Driver asked for feedback to be sent to company which I did - no reply. Will I travel with them again - NO!
“Isle of Wight”
written by Lindy1807 on 03/10/2021
Just returned from Isle of Wight Shanklin Beach Hotel couldn’t fault the room with balcony overlooking the sea bit dated but clean the evening meals were not up to standard went out a couple of nights as nothing on menu to get excited about breakfast ok my one complaint is we had to share a table with 2 strangers for the whole time not good in current situation COVID we were on second sitting which meant be the time you had eaten entertainment room was full so can’t comment on entertainment but other guests said it was mediocre bus driver was brilliant informative and helpful thank you wouldn’t return to this hotel but put it down as a experience
“Itinary shambles”
written by 235Daniels on 06/09/2021
Signed up for the trip to Liverpool with rail trip on the Flying Scotsman. We arrived in Liverpool and had only a few hours there. Then we were taken to the Holiday Inn Express Stockport where we spent the night and had dinner. We were told we were going to Trafford Centre next day, but were taken to Manchester City Centre. (I don't know why, because the shops were shut) Then we went to Bury to the train, which was a good trip. However a member of staff said we should have come earlier as the ticket entitled us to a longer trip on the train and entry to the museum. We wondered why we couldn't have spent the night in Liverpool where there was more to see and do. Stockport and Manchester were a waste of time. Driver was good, bus was clean, but our seats were just in front of the toilets and the stench on the way home was awful. I have been on a Caledonian trip before and it was great, but not this time.
“Great holiday and driver ”
written by Happygran0 on 21/08/2021
First holiday with caledonian holiday in 2 years thanks to covid Went to Blackpool on Mon 16th August Driver was really nice Hotel Savoy in Blackpool was nice Room was big and doynle bed though I was just myself Meals not as good Not much choices and I went in for first sitting at 6pm you had to book every day In 5 mins some of the choices were finished and no more brought out HAD Pork one night but was chewy chips not half cooked and roast potatoes tasted funny Sweets were good though Only thing was just one lift which only held 3 people if had no cases So on day of departure I waited 20mins to get lift down
“Would be more comfortable in a torture chamber...”
written by Smith151 on 17/08/2021
Father wanted to get away for a few days after the easing of the C-19 restrictions in Scotland. He decided he didn't want to go away on his own and asked me to go with him. On arrival at Glasgow coach station to catch the tour, we were greeted with the most grumpiest driver going, he kept stating to people, "your only going for 5 days, no need to bring such a large case, I'm not paid to lift these"... Whilst it had been explained that masks were still required on the coach, one old dear stated that she was exempt from wearing a mask, but driver told her, no mask, no travel, when asked why as people who are exempt were permitted to travel without wearing one, he stated "Not on my coach"... Yet, he himself, never wore a mask at any time. Also, despite the easing of the restrictions, the toilet was locked out of use, he stated that this was a Caledonian Travel Policy. Maybe so, but the Glentons Coach that was sat loading next to us at the time, said their toilets were open. The driver stated that he would make regular stops to allow people to get off and use the toilets, but after 3 hours he was still plodding on without stopping, and only stopped because I told him that if he didn't he would be mopping up peoples urine because many people were desperate, he then mumbled about not being paid enough to put up with "old farts". The hotel was okay for what it was, nothing special and meals nothing to write home about. The highlight I suppose is when we got back off the coach in Glasgow, with the driver holding his hand out for tips and people just walking on past him and snubbing him...
“Bournemouth at the royal bath hotel”
written by Monik on 04/07/2021
Two weeks with Caledonian travel...Bournemouth at the royal bath...had a beautiful stay at this hotel ...massive room with sea view. We did a five day tour....got a two day stay at the Carlton...booked by Caledonian travel..joined the next seven day Bournemouth tour but stayed back at the bath....and lovely agent at Caledonian travel got our same beautiful room back for us.at the royal bath hotel...thankyou to her.... This hotel is central to everywhere....beautiful gardens...beautiful views....breakfast and dinner every day...food was lovely with good choices...think I’ve put on about a stone... Our driver took us to absolutely beautiful places...thank you to him...you were brilliant..even the wee stop off at Gretna...just finished the holiday on the way home...lol...didn’t know there were places in this country that was so beautiful...loved Bournemouth...will defo go back... Stayed in Carlton house for the two nights...it was fine...food was nice...drinks a great price...very busy hotel...nothing much around it....but..I suppose we compared it to ..the royal bath ...which we loved...the lady in the bar..made the best cappuccino and latte I’ve ever had...thank you Caledonian travel....till next time...xxx
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Single travel.
The times I've used Caledonian have been very good, meals excellent accommodation clean and tours well managed. However just now your failing the single traveller with the lack of rooms for them to book into.Its a problem that can only increase as your popularity grows.You charge double rates if we take a double bedroom or you don't have anything to suit. It will mean a lack of single travelling for such as myself. I'm going to Llandudno in September and I've had to take a twin bedded room, not ideal for my single travelling friend.It needs addressing in the future.
Date of experience : April 29, 2024
Excellent service
My mum the wife and myself had two excursions last week to bath and Somerset steam railway. Coach driver Tim was so helpful especially looking after my mother on off the bus and help storing her walker. Very sociable and making everyone laugh on the bus. Mercedes bus so lovely and comfortable. Third time I have been with Caledonian travel faultless keep up the good work and thanks again Tim.
Date of experience : April 23, 2024
London and Harry Potter 2 day break
London and Harry Potter 2 day break The experience was good a few hours in London and the Harry Potter tour was great. However the Holiday Inn at Hamel Hampstead where we stayed overnight was bad. The evening meal was very poor and only water to drink so had to purchase tea and other drinks at bar. The beds in the room were so hard and uncomfortable. For nearly £600 for 3 people sharing a room and taking into account the evening meal where we had to queue for the poor buffet I felt it was poor value for money.
Date of experience : April 27, 2024
An enjoyable experience
We went on a four day trip to Balmoral Castle and Aberdeenshire. It was easy to book, the trip was well organised and the coach was clean, comfortable and well driven by our driver Mick who kept us informed and entertained throughout the journey. We had heard terrible reports about the hotel in Aberdeen but these proved to be unfounded as our room was clean, comfortable, well equipped although a bit tired and the meals and service were excellent. A very enjoyable trip
Date of experience : April 19, 2024
torbay hotel in Torquay
Brilliant torbay hotel in Torquay, Brilliant service by Peter our coach driver our breakfast was 1st class dinner was 3/5 just small portions Canny entertainment and bingo And pedro and his team are getting this hotel better and better each time we come down
Date of experience : April 22, 2024
Couldn’t ask for more
David was great helping us achieve all our needs, we are a group of pensioners, and getting them all to Hamilton bus station impossible, so David has arranged for us all to be picked up here in our village, which makes it possible to have a day away. Can’t thank him enough.
Date of experience : April 26, 2024
Sam was genuinely really helpful and…
Sam was genuinely really helpful and kind. I have often asked other coach tour companies to see if the hotel can offer me a room as a single passenger only for them to rarely get back in touch never mind resolve my request for me. Sam who I spoke to was friendly and efficient and if the holiday lives up to her customer service and values I will be very impressed.
Date of experience : April 25, 2024
Great weekend…
Driver mark was great .clear about the itinerary and when he said any problems just ask he meant it .hotel was clean food fine and reasonably sited for reaching stratford and warwick.loads to do at warwick castle would definitely recommend if you are thinking about it
Ladies Weekend
I have enjoyed all trips so far, excellent, knowledgeable drivers. Great destinations, hotels are more than adequate for the price we pay. Would certainly recommend this company. Our visit to Liverpool for Full Monty Theatre break was superb!
Date of experience : January 20, 2024
Great value for money
I have been on many coach trips with Caledonian, and wouldn't use anyone else, the trips are great value, I mean we're else can you get a trip away for as little as £79 with bed, breakfast, evening meal and travel. Friendly and helpful staff and drivers, great choice of coach trips to suit everyone, can't wait for my next trip away. Keep up the good work Caledonian!
Date of experience : April 20, 2024
Amazing customer service
Amazing customer service . Telephone was answered straight away & Sarah was so pleasant & helpful & made the booking so very easy . I've booked before online but preferred to speak to a lovely agent . Would highly recommend your company & to be honest I have & know quite a few that now travel with you . Well done
Great Value for Money
Great Value for Money, the coach was immaculate, the driver was fun and very helpful. Dinner bed and breakfast - couldn’t complain for what we paid. There was no drink service in the restaurant so it was more like a canteen. The stops we had, Port Patrick, Dumfries House and Troon. All lovely , Dumfries house, the Grand Tour and Afternoon Tea was fabulous, would book this 2 day weekend break again.
Presently on Chester and Liverpool trip
Presently on Chester and Liverpool trip Staying at holiday inn express rooms cold Evening meal cold no choice poor quality Asked for extra quilt told did not have one available Just Been told we have to leave in the morning at 8 am breakfast at am Will be in Liverpool at 9.am just because some have booked a trip we all have to suffer Worse trip ever bad management Never again will I travel with Caledonian
The day trips were worth every penny
The day trips were worth every penny. All the coach staff were excellent, especially Dennis, and Jason. However, the majority of hotel staff were abrupt, and not welcoming. The dinning room staff did not have a clue how to serve and run a dinning room. Even taken a used milk jug on two separate occasions of someone else's table, when we requested some milk! Cold plates, under cooked bacon no traditional Scottish Lorne sausage,or tattie scones, or a sniff of Haggis for breakfast. Frozen veg poor at that, frozen roast potatoes. A Tar-Mac pathway from car park to hotel would be a godsend, as most people struggled over gravel with cases, wheelchairs, walkers and sticks.
Leeds jaunt
Day excursion to Leeds.very good value for money. Coach picked us up on time. Comfortable journey to leeds. Just about the right amount of time to spend in leeds on a one day excursion. Staff at booking helpful. All exactly as it says on the tin. Have booked another excursion and would recommend Caledonia. 👌🏻 all in all a good experience.
Booking a 4 day breakFollowing the red continue button on…
Following the red continue button on the web site would not work so rang the Tel No provided and found that the service from then on was excellent. Being able to talk to knowledgeable human being was refreshing. Thank you.
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Coach clean and lots of leg room. Driver very informative and friendly. Hotel staff friendly. Food OK but could have been hotter and dining room service hit and miss. Entertainment OK. Our rooms refurbished with plenty of hot water and large walk in shower. Only downfall view looked over another bedroom. And although we had curtains had to keep them closed for privacy. Suggest nets to hide views in daytime. Very comfy bed and plenty of space for clothes etc. Claymore Hotel has fabulous ground views over Loch Long.
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I have used Caledonian for years had only one bad experience and that was just after covid. Cannot fault then at all. Do not expect 5 star however you are not paying 5star prices. Keep up the great work Caledonian
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Price for break was great value.Driver was very good on the road and very helpful with the passengers.Room in hotel was comfortable enough although corridor outside my room was very noisy in the early hours on the second night.Swimming pool was a bit of a bonus and I made use of it every day I was there.Tram stop into centre of Blackpool was two minutes from hotel entrance and sandy beach was right across the road.
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Excellent organisation on Ireland tour. Change over of coaches & ferry crossing was easy, two drivers on the ‘feeder coaches’ & especially Robert our main driver were exceptional. The original departure time had changed but we had phone calls & e-mails from the company to inform us beforehand. Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday, would recommend Caledonian.
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Date of experience : 06 April 2024
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nice hotel good Caledonian driver driver from weston super mare was poor but only had him for half a day
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First time I have used Caledonian I was very impressed with everything from the start to the end of my break I have booked a surprise day trip for my 60th in July looking forward to it.
Date of experience : 19 April 2024
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Used this company several times and always enjoyed our trips away .
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Stayed at Silversands hotel lovely nice clean room with everything you need hairdryer kettle tea coffee milk dining room lovely and great staff couldn’t do enough for you meals brilliant and plenty of it entertainment great the barman is a good laugh and very quick no waiting would recommend it to everyone and Angela on reception brilliant 🤩🤩🤩
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Date of experience : 15 March 2024
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Just back from Cotswolds,Warwick Castle and Benheim Palace 5 days hotel was loveley meals were spot on no compaints but the thing that made our break was the driver Andy he was brilliant very happy and nothing was a trouble all the pick ups and drop offs were great and didnt talk all the time only spoke to tel us about things of interest en route he made our break loved it.
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Visiting Disneyland Paris: Is it really worth it? An honest review & 10 practical tips
Is Disneyland Paris really worth it? When should you go? How long do you need? Is premier access worth it? Is there a language barrier? What’s the accommodation like? Check out our honest review of the two theme parks and accommodation by an average mum (who’s not an expert in all things Disney).
If you’re visiting Disneyland Paris, you probably fall into one of 6 categories:
- You’re a Disney-file and won’t let a visit to Paris go without visiting the magical land of Mouse. Perhaps you even crossed the pond just to go.
- You’re 7. Or have a child who’s 7, who’s been bombarded with ads for Disneyland Paris and has bombarded you with requests to go to Disneyland Paris until you finally capitulated. Your jaw already hurts from trying to convince yourself and others it’s going to be a great family holiday.
- You’re an adrenalin junkie and love amusement parks. Disneyland Paris is the biggest park (parks?) in Europe.
- It’s a hen’s weekend, but this is not what you had in mind when you suggested Paris.
- You live in Australia or New Zealand and have never been this close to anything Disney. You’re finally checking it off your bucket list (along with 52 other things while touring Europe)
- You’re French and Disneyland Paris is the closest amusement park. You may even have annual passes.
If you’re a category 1 or 6, this post is not for you. You’re a Disney expert and already know everything there is to know about visiting Disneyland Paris (and all the other Disney parks).
For everyone else planning a visit to Disneyland Paris: strap yourself in. Keep your hands, arms, feet, and legs inside the vehicle. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
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Visiting the Disney Parks in Paris
In April 1992, Eurodisney opened without the expected warm welcome. Locals protested the sale of land to Disney. French trade unions refused to accept Disney’s contracting practices. The Disney Corporation took on the Sisyphean task of seeking to accommodate European culture: there is no one European culture. By 1995, the project caused near bankruptcy and was quickly rebranded as Disneyland Paris.
Things have improved. Disneyland Paris is now the most popular theme park in Europe (by number of visitors).
Disney operates two parks , as well as a village and various hotels at Coupvray, around 45 km from the centre of Paris.
Last weekend, we visited Disneyland Paris. Our visit coincided with the 30th Anniversary celebrations of the park and we were excited to see what they would do. Apart from some new signage, themed vehicles and new character outfits, there was little to denote the event. And no merchandise is available yet. We looked.
If you’re going to France and wondering whether to include a day in Disneyland Paris, do. If you’re visiting Disneyland Paris specifically, and aren’t sure when to go, you might want to wait until 2023/2024, especially if an Avengers or Frozen fan has been bombarding you with requests to go.
Visiting Disneyland Park
I’ve visited Disneyland Paris numerous times but have only ever otherwise been to the original Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Disneyland Paris is a more carefully planned version of Disneyland Anaheim, with fewer rides.
Currently, the park is fresh from its winter repaint. Some attractions, such as the “It’s a Small World” ride and the Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse are closed for renovations. The overall feel is dated.
The centrepiece of the park is still Sleeping Beauty’s castle. On a continent where castles are normal (one of which even inspired the Walt Disney castle ), it is simply an iconic orientation point in the park and a backdrop for the “Illuminations” and fireworks.
Beware of the dragon!
The rides are the same as those in Anaheim too. The most recent ride is the misplaced Buzz Lightyear’s Laser Blast. The other Toy Story-themed rides are at Disney Studios.
There have been almost no additions since 2000 (and few since the park opened).
- The Pirates of the Caribbean films were so successful, the ride had a minor facelift to add Captain Jack Sparrow.
- Discoveryland (in the US: Tomorrowland) got a hint of Star Wars. Star Tours was updated. Space Mountain was renamed Hyperspace Mountain with a few banners and pictures of X-Wing fighters. And there’s a Star Wars-themed shop. It’s not clear what will happen once the new Star Wars area opens at Disney Studios.
Discoveryland still channels pure Jules Verne – très français . If you’re anticipating Galaxy’s Edge, you will be sorely disappointed.
Adrenalin junkies will probably be disappointed by Disneyland Paris. While the park does have some high-speed coasters, they do not have many compared to other parks (such as Gardaland ).
The unsurpassed beauty of the park is the theming and the way it has been carefully put together with a focus on design and details.
The highlights are the parades and fireworks. Little has changed on the fireworks since we were last there in 2018. The “Illumination” was cute but brief.
Find a spot early to get a good view of the Illumination show. It will get very crowded shortly before it starts (even with COVID-19…).
Special mention goes to one of the “security guards” and Peter Pan, who were both really getting into the dancing during the parade.
If you are going to watch the parades, stand on the central round-about in front of Sleeping Beauty’s castle for the best views.
Disneyland Park is Disneyland. It is a wonderful, magical place . But if you have seen Disneyland elsewhere, like Anaheim, don’t expect anything significantly new or ground-breaking. That does not mean to say you will not have fun! Especially if you are 7 or a Disney-file.
Visiting Disney Studios
At the moment, with the exception of the Hollywood Tower, Disney Studios focuses primarily on younger chi ldren. The rides are themed around (more recent) Pixar and Disney cartoons. Disney Studios park is also much smaller than Disneyland Park.
A large section of the Disney Studio is currently closed . Two new themed areas are being built behind the scenes: The Avenger’s Campus and Arendale , a Frozen-themed area. In a second stage, a Star Wars-themed area and a 3-hectare lake/theatre will be added (hopefully in 2025). When they are finished, they’ll be fantastic, but probably very busy.
Now the Park is dejected, thrown together with little care or focus as a whole. (Poor) Attempts to integrate the newest ride, the Cars Road Trip, into the park despite its location just makes other sections of the park feel more disjointed and unloved.
Add to the general dejected feel: all three big rides in the park (Ratatouille, Crush’s Coaster, and the Hollywood Tower) were closed for longer periods, plagued by technical issues .
We missed Ratatouille this trip. It was closed most of the first day. When we were waiting in line during the second day (and only had about 5 minutes left until it was our turn), an issue stopped the ride for more than 40 minutes before everyone queuing had to exit the building (and it was time for us to drive home, too).
The Avenger’s Campus is due to open in summer 2022 . This may make the Studios more exciting and worth the cost of entry. Conversely, until the hype dies down, it might be somewhere you wish to avoid.
Ditto Arendale . It’s scheduled to open in 2023 , but there is no definite opening date yet.
Until then – and perhaps even then – you can easily see Disney Studios in half a day. This might affect your ticket choices.
Visiting Disneyland Paris – FAQs
How big is it.
Initially, Disney planned to build Westcot , the European pendant to Epcot. The frosty initial reception of Eurodisney quickly put a stop to those plans.
Disney still owns the land. Disney Studios and Disney village were added to Disneyland Park in 2002. it’s using some to build the new themed areas at Disney Studios Together, it is larger than Versailles , almost three times larger.
Be prepared to walk lots (more than 15km) and wait in lines. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring a stroller if you’re travelling with a young child (don’t rely on there being some available for hire).
How does it compare to the other parks?
If you’re not visiting Disneyland Paris for the first time, you’ll notice: little has changed . I know it takes time to develop the concepts, designs, etc for new areas or rides. Everything is clean and well maintained, but… tired.
The focus is definitely older films. The newest addition to the parks is the Cars Road Trip (Cars was released 16 years ago!). There are no rides for Merida, Raya and the Last Dragon, Baymax, Zootopia, Coco, Up, the Incredibles or Wall-E: most of the movies Miss M enjoys watching. The only evidence of their existence was some spinning statues for the 30th birthday celebrations and a few characters in the parade.
If you’re going on the Cars Road Trip with a little one who won’t scare easily and will keep their hands, arms, feet and legs inside the vehicle, let them climb in first to be closest to the action.
How much are tickets?
Ticket prices vary (significantly) depending on the s eason and day . Generally, they’ll be more expensive on the weekend and during school holidays.
The minimum price for an adult for one park for one day is €54 . For two parks and two days, the price for an adult is at least €69 per day.
Prices increase to €101/€95 during the French school holidays. Easter (Maundy Thursday to Easter Monday) is even more expensive: €106 per day for adults and €98 for children.
Children aged 4 to 11 require a child’s ticket . Children aged 3 and under can enter for free . Children aged 12 or above pay adult prices.
You must buy your tickets in advance.
When should you go?
Tickets are generally cheapest in winter , and the park is decked out in its holiday finery. However, days and park hours are shorter, and some rides (like Big Thunder Railway) may have to close if the weather is bad.
April to mid-May and late September to November are good for visiting Disneyland Paris. There are a few public holidays in May (1 May, with Ascension and Whit Monday changing date depending on Easter), as well as school holidays in April-May and October-November which can affect the prices and hotel availability.
June, July and August can be quite hot, muggy and unpleasant in Paris. Parks are fuller because it’s school holidays throughout Europe and ticket prices reach their peak. If you can, avoid visiting Disneyland Paris during summer.
What about COVID?
Not to mention the elephant in the room (No, not Dumbo. We didn’t go on the Dumbo ride because the wait was too long for our mood ), but various measures still apply to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These change regularly, so make sure you check the national and corporate requirements before visiting Disneyland Paris.
During our visit, we had to show proof of our vaccinated or recovered status each day. This gave us wrist bands to show at various checkpoints. Children under 11 did not need a wristband, but Miss M wanted one and was happy to prove her vaccinated status to get one.
French COVID measures have since been lifted. However, Disney may still impose such measures for the safety of its guests (like it does bag checks).
Face masks are no longer mandatory at the parks. Many cast members were still wearing one, especially those involved in food service. Around 15% of guests still wore face masks (we did while queuing).
Do you need a plan of attack?
Not really.
Disney World is huge and Disneyland California is so crowded that you need a plan of attack to make the most of a trip to both parks. Generally, at Disneyland Paris, you can wing it .
Of course, that does not mean you shouldn’t make a few reservations and bookings . Have an idea of which rides you want to go on/which rides your group cannot go on (you can save your favourites in the Disneyland Paris App ). And have some snacks in your bag. And a water bottle because the water fountains are currently not in use.
What’s a Magic Pass?
Magic Passes are simply magic.
Get rid of all the pieces of paper and put it all on one card (per person). The Magic Pass is your park entry and the keycard to your room , all in one handy (credit card sized) card . It also records any upgrades you booked, such as breakfast.
It works with the Disneyland app, which you can use to make reservations, book Premier Access, etc. It has any reservations you’ve made saved on it. Peter had booked a birthday cake for me, and it was programmed on our Magic Pass.
I don’t know what happens if you lose it…
A Disney birthday cake
If you’ve booked a birthday cake , you can have it at any restaurant you wish . It does not have to be the restaurant attached to your hotel. We had reservations for the Silver Spur Steakhouse and all Peter had to do was mention the cake when we got there.
The cast members at our restaurant assumed it was Miss M’s birthday. Picture 6 cast members singing “Happy Birthday,” and ceremonially presenting her with the cake, while she’s squirming in her seat and pointing to me in an attempt to tell them their mistake.
FYI: It was a chocolate mousse cake with pears, in a dome shape with large chocolate ears. Miss M gobbled the ears greedily. It easily fed 8 people and was much too much for us.
Note to Disney: Cake size options would significantly reduce waste….
Is Premier Access worth it?
While we’re on the topic of rides (or “attractions” as they are known in Disney-esque), the Premier Access is NOT worth it.
Disney changed the FastPass structure (now called Premier Access) and I understand the criticism. When you get to the park, you can book Premier Access. It’s subject to availability, and the cost depends on the ride.
Yes, you have to pay extra for it. For each ride. When we were there, it cost up to €18 for some rides – per person ! I don’t know about you, but an additional €54 is too much to pay just for three people to go on one ride a little quicker.
Oh, and you can’t see what the price will be until you are in the park on the day.
Many rides also have a single rider option . You can use this option if there’s a ride you want to go on, but your child cannot (doesn’t meet the height requirements or the ride is unsuitable). It’s much quicker and cheaper than Premier Access but is not available on all rides.
Is there a language barrier?
Don’t forget: visiting Disneyland Paris is still visiting France. While Disney is great at advertising in most of Europe, at the parks, everything is in French and normally English .
Cast members speak French and normally English (not always fluently). They may speak additional languages , but don’t expect it.
For most things, this was not a problem. I speak enough French to get by (after living in Brussels , I should) and Peter and Miss M could ask for things in English.
Some of the rides did lose a little effect when they were all or mostly in French. Star Tours, for example, is not the same when Yoda and C3-PO have a conversation only in French. Que la force soit avec toi.
Does your child like to wander off ? Normally, Miss M knows to find a Mummy and ask for help. This is more difficult when most park visitors are French. This time, she knew to find someone in a uniform or costume who would speak English. We worried the multiple uniforms would make finding someone difficult.
What about the Meet & Greets?
The l anguage barrier did not affect the Meet & Greets.
We only met two characters while we were there because the lines were quite long.
Darth Vader “spoke” fluent English. The cast member was so quick with his pre-recorded statements they may not have been pre-recorded.
We also met Baloo from the Jungle Book. He (I assume from the height) was having fun and making everyone feel special, all without any language.
I always thought Lilo & Stitch was not popular. Then I saw the line-up for the Stitch Meet & Greet…
The characters will also sign autographs. If your child has an autograph book , don’t forget to bring it!
Is it a slice of France?
Even though so much is in French, Disney does not capitalise on being in France . Ratatouille is our favourite attraction, but it is the only one that seems at home in France.
The Aristocats and the Hunchback of Notre Dame are both set in Paris. Apart from some limited merchandise, neither film was represented in either park. It’s a missed opportunity.
Beauty and the Beast is also set in France. Originally, Disney planned to have a B&B themed attraction, but plans were put on ice when the park nearly went bankrupt.
The plot in Fantasyland where the ride was supposed to be is still vacant. Perhaps if the new Beauty and the Beast “attraction” at Japan Disney is a hit, something similar may open at Disneyland Paris to capitalise on the location…
Don’t bother looking for Ladybug/Marionette and Cat Noir when visiting Disneyland Paris. You won’t find them anywhere. Instead, do your own tour of Marionette’s Paris .
Want to check out some more Disney sites in France?
- Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris: This is the setting of the Hunchback of Notre Dame, complete with gargoyles. Unfortunately, the Cathedral has been closed to visitors since April 2019 when a fire destroyed much of it. It’s scheduled to reopen in 2024. The Cathedral also has a cameo in Cars 2.
- The rooftops of Paris: Go high in Paris and visit the rooftop of the Gallerie Lafayette (for free) or Printemps (a restaurant ), or look down on them from above at Tour Montparnasse or the Eiffel Tower to get an Aristocats view.
- Musée des Egouts de Paris : Get lost in the underbelly of Paris like Remi in Ratatouille. Visit the sewer museum near Pont d’Alma, the banks of the Seine, the Pont d’Arcole and even the ratcatchers on Rue des Halles.
Outside of Paris
- Mont Saint Michel (Normandy): The iconic island monastery is the inspiration for Rapunzel’s parents’ castle in Tangled
- The Alsace Region: With small regional towns full of timber-framed houses, the Alsace region near Strasbourg is the setting for Beauty and the Beast. Our favourites are Colmar and Riquewihr.
- Chateau de Chambord (Loire Valley): With 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces and 84 stairs, the “ominous” and “impressive” Chateau is one of the most recognisable castles in the world and was the inspiration for the Beast’s castle in Beauty and the Beast.
How long do you need to spend?
It depends on your reason for going.
- The Mysteries of the Nautilus, based on Captain Nemo’s submarine from Jules Verne’s 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril, a themed roller coaster.
- The Dragon’s Lair, complete with an animatronic dragon hiding below Sleeping Beauty’s castle.
- Alice’s Curious Labyrinth, a hedge maze with the Queen’s castle in the middle.
- If you’re visiting Disneyland Paris with young children , you can either take a day tour from Paris and cram in as much as possible or split the time over two days and two parks and take things a little slower.
- Big Thunder Mountain
- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril
- Hyperspace Mountain
- Crush’s Coaster
- The Hollywood Tower
- If it’s a hen’s weekend , it will depend on how much time you want to spend at the park and how much time you want dining, drinking, even having afternoon tea at the Hotel New York.
- If you’re from the Antipodes , you probably want two days in the parks. That’s assuming you also want to visit the Mona Lisa, the Eiffel Tower and the sewers (with Remi and his friends) while you’re so close to Paris.
- If you’re French and you have annual passes , you can go for as long as you want. Again and again.
Staying at Disneyland Paris
This time, we had the opportunity to stay at one of the Disney hotels: the Newport Bay Club .
Our choice was based mostly on price and availability . The new (refurbished) Hotel New York (The Art of Marvel) was much too expensive for our budget and the budget-friendly Davy Crocket Ranch is not open in winter. We also did not necessarily need an overly themed hotel (I like Cars and Toy Story, but a Cars or western-themed room borders on kitsch).
The Newport Bay Club was exactly as I expected . Very clean, a little overly security conscious (with bag x-rays on entry), and dated. It has an early 1990s Martha’s Vineyard (à la Martha Stewart) vibe, with a large dash of mouse ears. Apparently, the hotel and all others will receive an update before the Paris 2024 Olympics. It’s necessary.
The rooms are not large , though are large by Paris or New York standards. They are well thought out with space for bags without feeling too crowded. However, we are not Antipodeans lugging around huge suitcases from our month-long European vacation…
I assume most rooms are family rooms , with space for two adults and two children. Ours had a connecting door, so more children could be in the adjoining room.
Other things to consider when selecting your hotel:
- Staying at the hotel means free parking . Parking otherwise currently costs €30 per day.
- The hotel runs a shuttle bus to the train station to make getting there easy without a car. Coincidently, the bus to the station is also the shuttle bus that takes guests to the parks: you still have to walk through the village to either park.
- The walk from the hotel to the parks takes about 10 minutes on the way there and about double that with tired little legs on the way back. Bring a stroller.
- Guests of the Disney hotels get free early access to both parks for one hour each day. This is a great time to go on some of the more popular rides before long queues develop, though not all rides are open early.
- If you’re visiting Disneyland Paris with adults – such as a hen’s party – you might prefer the Hotel New York. It seems to have the best facilities (pool, sauna, gym) and the best bar.
- Don’t worry about the other facilities when booking your accommodation. The Newport Bay Club has an indoor pool. Others have pools, indoor and outdoor playgrounds and even pony rides. Seriously, you will be so tired after a day visiting Disneyland Paris, you will not use them unless you are staying for multiple nights.
Book well in advance and look for discounts. If you can, go during the week, rather than on weekends or in school holidays when prices for both accommodation and park entry are significantly higher.
Disney will suggest you use their hotels as a base to see Paris . Unless you’re only planning to go into Paris once, or don’t mind paying extra for convenience, it will normally be better for your budget to stay in or just outside of Paris.
We’ve stayed in significantly cheaper accommodation in Noissy-le-Grand and other stops on the RER line between Paris and Disneyland. Most hotels have (small!) family rooms and are not far from the train station. Be aware: you don’t want to hang around the stations, especially at night.
However, it might be easier to find a hotel that can accommodate a larger family at Disneyland than it will be in Paris.
If you’re planning on staying at a local hotel not directly related to Disney, book early too. Make sure you factor parking (at the parks and the hotel) and transport costs, and the early entry benefit into account in your price calculations.
Booking.com has a good range of hotels.
Eating at Disneyland Paris
We made the mistake of not booking breakfast with our hotel (face-palm moment).
We had mistakenly assumed there would be several breakfast options at the parks. We were going to go on a few rides, then find some pastries and a coffee, or something similar.
Options are very limited . Especially if you, like me, don’t think that hamburgers, hotdogs, or cookies are suitable for breakfast.
After trying a potato waffle (with a smoky bacon sauce that hung around much longer than we’d like), we found some crepes.
Numerous tents had been set up near the Ratatouille attraction, like a mini-Christmas market. They sold traditional French dishes, such as tartiflette and crêpes. Unfortunately, I don’t think the stands are permanent. But the crêpes were good.
I don’t think we were the only family who expected better breakfast options. The stores selling coffee had long lines mid-morning…
Book well in advance and book breakfast with your hotel. As soon as you have paid for your accommodation, reserve your timeslot for breakfast . The popular times are booked out months in advance.
Many restaurants are closed at off-peak times . The App seems to be accurate, at least when it comes to making a booking, though it will show options that are not then available. This can make finding somewhere to eat like trying to get through the Glade in Maze Runner.
Most “restaurants” at the Disney parks sell menus . While there are options it can still be difficult for picky eaters .
I saw numerous signs encouraging guests to ask questions if they have any food allergies . I’m not sure how many options there are for those with more unusual or multiple allergies. There are vegan and vegetarian options available at some of the restaurants. You can view the menus online .
Many of the restaurants book out months in advance, especially for the more popular time slots. Book early , especially if you have a picky eater or kids who get grumpy if you don’t stick to a schedule.
Shopping at Disneyland Paris
One word: overwhelming .
Everything has a Disney character on it. And of course, what you want doesn’t exist for the characters you like.
While Disney has stopped the “exit through the giftshop” strategy, there are still shops everywhere. And stands selling all everything that blinks, spins and blows bubbles.
The shop next to Star Tours is best for Star Wars merchandise. Fantasyland is best for costumes. Disney & Co. (on the left hand side in Main Street) was best for stuffed toys. Bixbie Babies (at the top of Main Street next to the rotunda) is great if you are looking for a Disney Christmas ornament to grace your tree.
At Disney Studios, I liked the big shop that took up the right hand side (from the park) of the Legends of Hollywood Studio. It seemed to have a bit of everything, without going too nuts.
As I said before, we didn’t find any special 30th Anniversary goods. Not even a fridge magnet. Yes, we were disappointed.
If you can’t find something in the Park, try the shops at the Disney Village . The hotels have there own shops too, but the range is limited.
And for anyone who is “ concerned ” about the new “Turning Red” film: large Meilin stuffed red pandas sold out at Disneyland Paris on the opening weekend. We found ours at the Village.
I did find some Wonderland tea at a shop on Main Street. It’s perfect for my Mad Hatter’s afternoon tea . Of course, I had to get some.
Getting to Disneyland Paris
We drove . It gave us greater flexibility than the train and was cheaper for three (despite the significant increase in petrol prices). Don’t forget: the highways around Disneyland are toll roads .
To get to Disneyland from Paris, take the RER A line (red line) to Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy . Most signs will say Disneyland or have little Mickey Mouse ears to help you know you’re on the right line.
A single trip from Paris to the parks currently costs €5 for adults and €2.50 for children under 10 years ( €10 and €5 return ). The trip takes approximately 1 hour (from Châtelet-Les Halles).
Disney also operates shuttle buses from 4 locations within Paris, as well as airport transfers. See the Disney website for more information.
Enjoy your trip to Disneyland Paris
We hope you can learn from our mistakes and that we answered all your questions (at least we answered the questions we had). If we missed a question, please let us know!
Whether you’re a Disney-file or an adrenalin junkie, you’re visiting for a hen’s weekend or as part of your European odyssey, whether Disneyland Paris is your local amusement park or if you’re finally capitulating to your 7-year old’s constant bombardment: enjoy the magic. You can still find it at Disneyland Paris.
Are you still planning to visit Disneyland Paris?
Top 10 Tips for visiting Disneyland Paris
- Don’t plan to use Disneyland as a base to see Paris – it’s too expensive!
- Go during the week, rather than on weekend, if you can. Accommodation and ticket prices are cheaper, and parks are not as full.
- Book well in advance and use any available discounts to get the best prices.
- Have breakfast at your hotel.
- Make your meal reservations early, too.
- Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared to walk lots and stand in lines a long time.
- If you’re visiting Disneyland Paris with a small child, take a stroller.
- Prepare to spend only half a day at Disney Studios (at least until the Avengers Campus opens and the hype settles down).
- Use single rider over Premier Access, where available. Premier Access prices are ridiculous.
- Prepare your child (and yourself): watch the older Disney films, most recently. Aladdin, Cars, Nemo, Ratatouille and Toy Story (later you can add Frozen and the Avengers to the list).
Bonus tip: Let your inner child enjoy the magic!
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The times I've used Caledonian have been very good, meals excellent accommodation clean and tours well managed. However just now your failing the single traveller with the lack of rooms for them to book into.Its a problem that can only increase as your popularity grows.You charge double rates if we take a double bedroom or you don't have anything to suit. It will mean a lack of single travelling for such as myself. I'm going to Llandudno in September and I've had to take a twin bedded room, not ideal for my single travelling friend.It needs addressing in the future.
Date of experience : 29 April 2024
Excellent service
My mum the wife and myself had two excursions last week to bath and Somerset steam railway. Coach driver Tim was so helpful especially looking after my mother on off the bus and help storing her walker. Very sociable and making everyone laugh on the bus. Mercedes bus so lovely and comfortable. Third time I have been with Caledonian travel faultless keep up the good work and thanks again Tim.
Date of experience : 23 April 2024
London and Harry Potter 2 day break
London and Harry Potter 2 day break The experience was good a few hours in London and the Harry Potter tour was great. However the Holiday Inn at Hamel Hampstead where we stayed overnight was bad. The evening meal was very poor and only water to drink so had to purchase tea and other drinks at bar. The beds in the room were so hard and uncomfortable. For nearly £600 for 3 people sharing a room and taking into account the evening meal where we had to queue for the poor buffet I felt it was poor value for money.
Date of experience : 27 April 2024
An enjoyable experience
We went on a four day trip to Balmoral Castle and Aberdeenshire. It was easy to book, the trip was well organised and the coach was clean, comfortable and well driven by our driver Mick who kept us informed and entertained throughout the journey. We had heard terrible reports about the hotel in Aberdeen but these proved to be unfounded as our room was clean, comfortable, well equipped although a bit tired and the meals and service were excellent. A very enjoyable trip
Date of experience : 19 April 2024
torbay hotel in Torquay
Brilliant torbay hotel in Torquay, Brilliant service by Peter our coach driver our breakfast was 1st class dinner was 3/5 just small portions Canny entertainment and bingo And pedro and his team are getting this hotel better and better each time we come down
Date of experience : 22 April 2024
Couldn’t ask for more
David was great helping us achieve all our needs, we are a group of pensioners, and getting them all to Hamilton bus station impossible, so David has arranged for us all to be picked up here in our village, which makes it possible to have a day away. Can’t thank him enough.
Date of experience : 26 April 2024
Sam was genuinely really helpful and…
Sam was genuinely really helpful and kind. I have often asked other coach tour companies to see if the hotel can offer me a room as a single passenger only for them to rarely get back in touch never mind resolve my request for me. Sam who I spoke to was friendly and efficient and if the holiday lives up to her customer service and values I will be very impressed.
Date of experience : 25 April 2024
Great weekend…
Driver mark was great .clear about the itinerary and when he said any problems just ask he meant it .hotel was clean food fine and reasonably sited for reaching stratford and warwick.loads to do at warwick castle would definitely recommend if you are thinking about it
Ladies Weekend
I have enjoyed all trips so far, excellent, knowledgeable drivers. Great destinations, hotels are more than adequate for the price we pay. Would certainly recommend this company. Our visit to Liverpool for Full Monty Theatre break was superb!
Date of experience : 20 January 2024
Great value for money
I have been on many coach trips with Caledonian, and wouldn't use anyone else, the trips are great value, I mean we're else can you get a trip away for as little as £79 with bed, breakfast, evening meal and travel. Friendly and helpful staff and drivers, great choice of coach trips to suit everyone, can't wait for my next trip away. Keep up the good work Caledonian!
Date of experience : 20 April 2024
Amazing customer service
Amazing customer service . Telephone was answered straight away & Sarah was so pleasant & helpful & made the booking so very easy . I've booked before online but preferred to speak to a lovely agent . Would highly recommend your company & to be honest I have & know quite a few that now travel with you . Well done
Great Value for Money
Great Value for Money, the coach was immaculate, the driver was fun and very helpful. Dinner bed and breakfast - couldn’t complain for what we paid. There was no drink service in the restaurant so it was more like a canteen. The stops we had, Port Patrick, Dumfries House and Troon. All lovely , Dumfries house, the Grand Tour and Afternoon Tea was fabulous, would book this 2 day weekend break again.
Presently on Chester and Liverpool trip
Presently on Chester and Liverpool trip Staying at holiday inn express rooms cold Evening meal cold no choice poor quality Asked for extra quilt told did not have one available Just Been told we have to leave in the morning at 8 am breakfast at am Will be in Liverpool at 9.am just because some have booked a trip we all have to suffer Worse trip ever bad management Never again will I travel with Caledonian
The day trips were worth every penny
The day trips were worth every penny. All the coach staff were excellent, especially Dennis, and Jason. However, the majority of hotel staff were abrupt, and not welcoming. The dinning room staff did not have a clue how to serve and run a dinning room. Even taken a used milk jug on two separate occasions of someone else's table, when we requested some milk! Cold plates, under cooked bacon no traditional Scottish Lorne sausage,or tattie scones, or a sniff of Haggis for breakfast. Frozen veg poor at that, frozen roast potatoes. A Tar-Mac pathway from car park to hotel would be a godsend, as most people struggled over gravel with cases, wheelchairs, walkers and sticks.
Leeds jaunt
Day excursion to Leeds.very good value for money. Coach picked us up on time. Comfortable journey to leeds. Just about the right amount of time to spend in leeds on a one day excursion. Staff at booking helpful. All exactly as it says on the tin. Have booked another excursion and would recommend Caledonia. 👌🏻 all in all a good experience.
Booking a 4 day breakFollowing the red continue button on…
Following the red continue button on the web site would not work so rang the Tel No provided and found that the service from then on was excellent. Being able to talk to knowledgeable human being was refreshing. Thank you.
Good coaches and drivers
Coach clean and lots of leg room. Driver very informative and friendly. Hotel staff friendly. Food OK but could have been hotter and dining room service hit and miss. Entertainment OK. Our rooms refurbished with plenty of hot water and large walk in shower. Only downfall view looked over another bedroom. And although we had curtains had to keep them closed for privacy. Suggest nets to hide views in daytime. Very comfy bed and plenty of space for clothes etc. Claymore Hotel has fabulous ground views over Loch Long.
I have used Caledonian for years had…
I have used Caledonian for years had only one bad experience and that was just after covid. Cannot fault then at all. Do not expect 5 star however you are not paying 5star prices. Keep up the great work Caledonian
Weekend in Blackpool was pretty cool.
Price for break was great value.Driver was very good on the road and very helpful with the passengers.Room in hotel was comfortable enough although corridor outside my room was very noisy in the early hours on the second night.Swimming pool was a bit of a bonus and I made use of it every day I was there.Tram stop into centre of Blackpool was two minutes from hotel entrance and sandy beach was right across the road.
Excellent organisation on Ireland tour
Excellent organisation on Ireland tour. Change over of coaches & ferry crossing was easy, two drivers on the ‘feeder coaches’ & especially Robert our main driver were exceptional. The original departure time had changed but we had phone calls & e-mails from the company to inform us beforehand. Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday, would recommend Caledonian.
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Coach driver Tim was so helpful especially looking after my mother on off the bus and help storing her walker. Very sociable and making everyone laugh on the bus. Mercedes bus so lovely and comfortable. Third time I have been with Caledonian travel faultless keep up the good work and thanks again Tim. Date of experience: 23 April 2024.
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Lovely evening meal wonderful staff always on hand. Bit entertainment a singer and bingo. Up for breakfast and with the lovely service one of the staff a lady called Tracey was enjoyed. Safe journey back home highly recommend this company x. Date of experience: April 14, 2024.
written by Isabelaj481 on 26/10/2022. I went on the Caledonian trip to the stranger things experience and London. The driver was nice, helpful and drove safely. He apologised for the traffic numerous times, even though it is out of his control and expected around London. He kept us up to date with times etc. throughout.
Just got back from the isle of wight, had a great time. The driver (Big Dave) who lived on the isle was a great host to the holliday was a bungle of knowledge on the isle, he us realy infromed through the load of the trip and had us laughing all the time. Marks out of 10, 15 well done. Date of experience: 22 April 2024.
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Great driver. Decent hotel with the bonus of 4 free drinks each night. Good entertainment and the food was nice. No complaints at all. Date of experience: 23 April 2024. Useful. Share. Reply from Caledonian Travel. 4 hours ago.
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During my trip, I had a wonderful journey with the coach experience,people were very friendly, a driver was nice and easy to talk to. The hotel was fantastic and food was satisfied, I would love to book again in the future, thank you x. Date of experience: 22 March 2024. Useful. Share.
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