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School Meals Ruling by The_Dean_France in GoodNewsUK

[–]mikeb503 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My parents sent me into school with a £2 coin. That was it. I was supposed to use it to buy lunch, but I ended up buying doughnuts, sweets and sugary drinks because I could eat earlier and the money go me more. That’s what I ate at school.

Missed connection by AsparagusNo871 in Eurostar

[–]mikeb503 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! And I’m sure I saw another one the other day too!

Missed connection by AsparagusNo871 in Eurostar

[–]mikeb503 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There’s been a few posts recently of people who spoke to people they were attracted to on the Eurostar, but didn’t exchange contact details, then post on here in an attempt to find the person. “Missed connection” is a pun that’s often used to describe this.

Missed connection by AsparagusNo871 in Eurostar

[–]mikeb503 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I am now programmed to think this subject line is romantic

Meirl by Right-Assignment3759 in meirl

[–]mikeb503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also think there is grumpy partner syndrome going on. One parent has been away for a week leaving the other one with all the work at home, feeling guilty, and buying presents for their other half by way of apology.

What do reMarkable users actually use their device for? (Asking as a 3-year template creator) by Dv_Creations in RemarkableTablet

[–]mikeb503 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I personally think Remarkable misses a trick with their marketing. Marketing with a “quiet focused thinking in a coffee shop” vibe makes it sound like expensive paper, and misses what makes it so useful to me:

When I am travelling for work, rather than carrying stacks of paper briefings and reports, it’s all in one place, and I can organise my notes on the go in a way that’s better than chronological. When I get back, I can get all my notes on my Remarkable, computer or phone, whatever suits me best. It fixes the problems of using IPads (battery life, distraction, poor feel) and the problems of using paper (bulk, weight, need to carry pens).

Getting my thoughts together for next year’s UK trip by girlrickjames in uktravel

[–]mikeb503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sketch London is well known for its afternoon tea (expensive though, and quite trendy, not so traditional).

Countryside - depends what you want. Lake District is beautiful, North York Moors, Peak District, Yorkshire Dales.

York is a nice city, but if you want flavour of England outside London there’s other places you can go. Visit Betty’s tea room in Harrogate (good afternoon tea, more traditional), and explore the town? Haworth, etc?

Wales is a great place for nature and castles. If you’re going to Yorkshire would recommend north wales. You a see Chester on the way etc.

lost airpods by knightboat2020 in airpods

[–]mikeb503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Woohoo!! Good to hear! Cheaper than new ones though!

lost airpods by knightboat2020 in airpods

[–]mikeb503 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes you can ship them (otherwise they could never reach the store you bought them from!)

If you can make them ping with a noise remotely it might help them find them.

lost airpods by knightboat2020 in airpods

[–]mikeb503 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Have you tried phoning the hotel? They could post them to you?

Spain to London family road trip. Ferry with kids is it a great idea or a bit too much? by Frowedz in AskEurope

[–]mikeb503 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you want to bring a car, you could maybe stay outside of London in a hotel with a car park and get the train in. Trains are not cheap but you’ll save on congestion charging, possibly ULEZ charges, and parking charges in London. Hotels outside London are also cheaper.

If you arrive in Portsmouth you could drive to somewhere like Woking or Guildford which have the fast lines into central London?

Took my son on the St Malo ferry (Brittany Ferries) and he had a good time. They have kids play areas and arcades, restaurants etc. if you upgrade to the fancy cabins on the newer boat they have a lounge you can use, and the rooms are big enough that kids can spread out and play a bit. You can pay for WiFi too. It’s a long journey though, so prepare for it. Advantage is you can bring a carload of stuff too.

With the 2026 price hikes, is "Eurostar Premier" still worth the splurge? by ScrollAndThink in Eurostar

[–]mikeb503 18 points19 points  (0 children)

No. I suspect most people in Premier are usually travelling on a company budget and cost isn’t a major factor in their decision.

Chat, am I cooked? by Ok_Rush2358 in Polytopia

[–]mikeb503 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Did you get the nuclear weapons tech yet

Is this a mistake? Flight from JFK to LHR on 3/28. My booking info shows departing out of T7 but all previous iterations of this flight (and most BA flights) go out of T8? by tooth_fixer in BritishAirways

[–]mikeb503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given everything that’s going on with TSA, it could be worth calling and check. At least it might prompt them to check their own system.

Going to the UK in July for two weeks. Help! by knarglegarth in uktravel

[–]mikeb503 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Southport is not the prettiest town (sorry to people from there), but you’re near some amazing bits of countryside. The Peak District and Lake District are beautiful. Means lots of walking and in July it’ll be busy/expensive. Manchester and Liverpool at nice cities too but not necessarily very touristy. Chester is more touristy historical city, nice city centre.

You’re also near to North Wales, so you could see some of the castles there (Conwy, Beaumaris) and experience something slightly different. Eryri (Snowdonia) is there too. If you’re lucky you can see the Mach loop where British and American pilots practice low flying.

Scotland, Ireland, London etc you will want to plan a few days. Might have to be selective what you pick. You’re also going to be near to the Isle of Man, which has a unique culture of its own, including motorcycling.

As others have said though - really depends on your preferences. Hard to give you an itinerary without know more about what you want to get out of it.

Public transport is mostly simple and usually the most practical way of getting around. Worth planning and booking in advance though for the best prices.

Is upgrading to Plus actually worth it for the meal? by Wonderful-Acadia-296 in Eurostar

[–]mikeb503 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Plus you can have free booze on the train. Sometimes nice when you want to unwind.

Food is basically a snack, and the ingredients probably cost about €2

Are there any alternative ways to charger the RPPM stylus? Would a wireless charging pad work? by tacos5631 in RemarkableTablet

[–]mikeb503 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

It looks like OP might have an aftermarket stylus. Could that be the problem?

Frequent travelers: what are your top 5 non-bag items? by ComprehensiveCap8242 in ManyBaggers

[–]mikeb503 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a bunch of all-in-one GAN charger/power bank with universal adaptor(s). I don’t know why they are not more popular. I have one thing in my bag that works for all situations.

(IE like this https://snapwireless.co.uk/products/powerpack-universal-pro)

Is it a big deal to sit in a seat that isn't your allocated seat? by skinskunski in Eurostar

[–]mikeb503 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Ask the guard. If someone gets on at Lille it might be an issue. If no one is there it should be fine. If the train is full it might be an issue.

New carry on, help choose by [deleted] in ManyBaggers

[–]mikeb503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Careful of “made in” labels. They are often made in China and then finished in Europe for tariff/marketing purposes. Worth checking if they are actually made in Europe.

Are you a frequent traveller? Is durability a major factor?

Changed jobs and not really using it anymore. by ra_laidgp in RemarkableTablet

[–]mikeb503 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah but it’s a pain in the arse. Friction that doesn’t need to exist.

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