Something About Nothing ... #12

[schumigirl]

I'd also like some opinions on good views for Sapphire Falls from anyone who has been there..pc? Schumi? After talking to DH and showing him some pictures...he wants to stay at Portofino instead of Hard Rock before our Sapphire stay. He loves the PBR and thinks HR will be too "loud".

SF is lovely. Although we haven't stayed there, we have spent a lot of time there and as I mentioned earlier we were lucky to be given a full tour. I would opt for a room with a lagoon view, poolside is nice, but lagoon is nicer. We took some pictures of the view from the Presidential Suite and they are in the sticky along with some other room pictures. HRH is my least favourite of the 3 deluxe hotels, and my least favourite Club Lounge. It can be noisy too, too noisy for us anyway.....some folks like it though.

We are going to try and get over to try some restaurants at HRH. Looking forward to a meal at the kitchen and the Palm. After all the years we have been to Universal have never had a meal there.

agavegirl1 we are going to try out SF for one night before we move over to PB. Looks beautiful. Made ressie for a Lagoon view.

Robo, I would actually say for all I don't care for HRH, The Palm is probably my favourite onsite restaurant......food is sublime and we love eating there. Went back last year after missing it for a few years.......but it's going to be a regular place for us to visit now. Amazing food, I think you'd like it a lot.

Lagoon view is what I'd go for if I was staying at SF....... beautiful place.

 

[Robo56]

Robo, I would actually say for all I don't care for HRH, The Palm is probably my favourite onsite restaurant......food is sublime and we love eating there. Went back last year after missing it for a few years.......but it's going to be a regular place for us to visit now. Amazing food, I think you'd like it a lot.

Lagoon view is what I'd go for if I was staying at SF....... beautiful place.[/QUOTE]

For some reason the quote did not go into the blue box . Considering the issues with the Dis site for last few days this is minor.


I'am looking forward to our meal at the Palm. Thanks for your input on SF your photos are great.

Will try to get over to Ocean Prime also this trip if time permits I remember you saying how good the food is there.

 

[schumigirl]

Robo, I would actually say for all I don't care for HRH, The Palm is probably my favourite onsite restaurant......food is sublime and we love eating there. Went back last year after missing it for a few years.......but it's going to be a regular place for us to visit now. Amazing food, I think you'd like it a lot.

Lagoon view is what I'd go for if I was staying at SF....... beautiful place.

For some reason the quote did not go into the blue box . Considering the issues with the Dis site for last few days this is minor.


I'am looking forward to our meal at the Palm. Thanks for your input on SF your photos are great.

Will try to get over to Ocean Prime also this trip if time permits I remember you saying how good the food is there.[/QUOTE]

Lol.....yes there have been a few issues!

Ocean Prime is probably our favourite restaurant in Orlando........hope you enjoy it if you have time after me telling you how wonderful it is........

 

[Lynne G]

Food, Food. Yeah, week days, I get a crappy breakfast. Zapping it, or adding hot water.

It's Wednesday, and that cold front has come along. Brought clouds and lower temperatures. The sun looks like blurry egg yoke. We'll get a passing of light rain, then lower temperatures to round out the week. That's okay, it's been beautiful. And, not very cold mornings this week either.

But, today is Wednesday. And, for all those ladies of leisure - Keisha, I'm lookin' at you -

Hump day for those of us who feel it - and that means:

yep, camel.

But to ensure Keisha sees those camels,

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Hope all are enjoying this start to Spring, and week of Passover, week of Easter. Sweet week.

 

[Metro West]

Just wanted to let people know about an incident with Uber the other day. My account was hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. Here's the review I posted on Yelp. They provide a good service when everything is OK but you (rider) have a problem there is no Customer Service # to call...only an email which the apparently ignore. Have any of you have an issues like this with Uber and if so how/when was it solved?

I have been using Uber for about a year and have never had any problems with the service. However...the other day I discovered my account had been hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. They say I owe 1,060 rubles which is only about $19 but I have no intention of paying since I did not make the trip. I have since barraged the Uber website and app with complaints of what happened and so far I hear nothing but crickets. I think it's ridiculous this company does not have a live person you can talk to about rider problems. They have support for drivers but nothing for riders. BEWARE...if you have an issue with Uber you are on your own. IF they contact me and correct this issue, I will change the review but for now they stink! I wish I could give them NO stars.

I will never use their service again nor will I recommend them to anyone else.

 

[macraven]

Well that sucks big time metro!

Look for rideshareROb
Or Robrideshare as he is a driver and answers lots of questions and problems on the Dis

Maybe he can fix or give you info about what to do on th hacking of your uber account

 

[Chuckers]

Just wanted to let people know about an incident with Uber the other day. My account was hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. Here's the review I posted on Yelp. They provide a good service when everything is OK but you (rider) have a problem there is no Customer Service # to call...only an email which the apparently ignore. Have any of you have an issues like this with Uber and if so how/when was it solved?

I have been using Uber for about a year and have never had any problems with the service. However...the other day I discovered my account had been hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. They say I owe 1,060 rubles which is only about $19 but I have no intention of paying since I did not make the trip. I have since barraged the Uber website and app with complaints of what happened and so far I hear nothing but crickets. I think it's ridiculous this company does not have a live person you can talk to about rider problems. They have support for drivers but nothing for riders. BEWARE...if you have an issue with Uber you are on your own. IF they contact me and correct this issue, I will change the review but for now they stink! I wish I could give them NO stars.

I will never use their service again nor will I recommend them to anyone else.

Thanks for the info.. it's another reason for me to use Lyft for transportation back from MK to RPR when I go to MNSSHP in September.

 

[Metro West]

Thanks for the info.. it's another reason for me to use Lyft for transportation back from MK to RPR when I go to MNSSHP in September.

All it takes is one experience like this and you will truly see what kind of corporation Uber Technologies is. I've also sent in a complaint to the BBB...even though they are not a BBB recommended business.

Well that sucks big time metro!

Look for rideshareROb
Or Robrideshare as he is a driver and answers lots of questions and problems on the Dis

Maybe he can fix or give you info about what to do on th hacking of your uber account

I sent him a note...hopefully he can help...thanks for the tip.

 

[schumigirl]

Just wanted to let people know about an incident with Uber the other day. My account was hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. Here's the review I posted on Yelp. They provide a good service when everything is OK but you (rider) have a problem there is no Customer Service # to call...only an email which the apparently ignore. Have any of you have an issues like this with Uber and if so how/when was it solved?

I have been using Uber for about a year and have never had any problems with the service. However...the other day I discovered my account had been hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. They say I owe 1,060 rubles which is only about $19 but I have no intention of paying since I did not make the trip. I have since barraged the Uber website and app with complaints of what happened and so far I hear nothing but crickets. I think it's ridiculous this company does not have a live person you can talk to about rider problems. They have support for drivers but nothing for riders. BEWARE...if you have an issue with Uber you are on your own. IF they contact me and correct this issue, I will change the review but for now they stink! I wish I could give them NO stars.

I will never use their service again nor will I recommend them to anyone else.

Todd, you are the second person in 2 days I've heard had an issue with Uber. I know one personally who had an "unsettling" experience with an Uber driver who made her feel very uncomfortable. She is my niece so I know it's not a fairy story.

No, definitely don't pay it. The other person that had issues with fraudulent charges, I don't know them but read they got nowhere. Best of luck and I can see why you won't use them again........

 

[BagOLaughs]

Afternoon/Morning everyone. Sorry its been such a long time since we spoke about something about nothing.

I hope you are all OK! I've been keeping up to date with Universal news and HHN although I've not been on the Dis. American Horror Story is the 1st house announced. Exciting!

 

[macraven]

Back home Rachel !!

 

[keishashadow]

Lynne - what a lovely sight today, thanks

Morning everyone . Cloudy rainy start to the day here.

Schumi so nice that you were given a private tour of SF. Looks beautiful. Look forward to seeing it this trip and having a over night there.

Thanks Pcstang and Keisha on your room advice.

Have to go get labs this morning. Then off to store to buy a little Easter candy. Having some family over for Easter dinner and always have a Easter egg hunt for my sisters little grandchildren. Will stay away from the front flower bed though. Saw a big garter snake that has taken up residence there in the decorative rock wall. Have never seen a snake there before.

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Have our share of snakes here. I console myself they must be eating something far worse lol.

KY...great news about mom-in-law. Here's hoping for good test results. I was thinking about your dilemma today.

I'd also like some opinions on good views for Sapphire Falls from anyone who has been there..pc? Schumi? After talking to DH and showing him some pictures...he wants to stay at Portofino instead of Hard Rock before our Sapphire stay. He loves the PBR and thinks HR will be too "loud".

I'm going to go back and read what I previously skimmed now that I have some time.

I am actually home from work already and have the day off tomorrow to prepare for the big rush Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday. Then, back to part time after recuperating for a week.

It's sunny and in the low 50's here.

IMO HRH is loud, especially in the lobby, likely due to acoustics. Like their pool well enough but it always feels 'tight' to me. Believe many other onsite guests pool hop for the party atmosphere. Gave up on Kitchen due to cleanliness issues re kids buffet area that wasn't addressed when i informed them. The TM's attitudes are a bit too chill for me, combined with not participating in the loews youfirstm we were outta there. Did enjoy the displays of memorabilia.

Just wanted to let people know about an incident with Uber the other day. My account was hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. Here's the review I posted on Yelp. They provide a good service when everything is OK but you (rider) have a problem there is no Customer Service # to call...only an email which the apparently ignore. Have any of you have an issues like this with Uber and if so how/when was it solved?

I have been using Uber for about a year and have never had any problems with the service. However...the other day I discovered my account had been hacked and someone in Moscow was riding around on my dime. They say I owe 1,060 rubles which is only about $19 but I have no intention of paying since I did not make the trip. I have since barraged the Uber website and app with complaints of what happened and so far I hear nothing but crickets. I think it's ridiculous this company does not have a live person you can talk to about rider problems. They have support for drivers but nothing for riders. BEWARE...if you have an issue with Uber you are on your own. IF they contact me and correct this issue, I will change the review but for now they stink! I wish I could give them NO stars.

I will never use their service again nor will I recommend them to anyone else.

You need to sign into Uber and use online help via email to address this sort of issue. Agree it stinks no customer service phone number.

If using CC/bank card as payee source, contact the issuer and request a new card/number as it could be more involved than just on Uber's end. Dispute that charge and any other that may pop up on the card. Watch your credit report. You will be entitled to a free pull if CC was compromised. Might want to consider putting on a 'no new account' flag...none will be approved/opened unless they contact you directly. Good luck I've lost count of the # of times I've had this happen. Now try to use just one CC for all online purchases and a primary one for travel (the one that has had the most issues).

We joke that all our uber drivers have been Russians, never had an issue in any city we've utilized...well, other than @ WDW where they will long-haul you for the maximum fare that was quoted.

Wondering if there is a big data breach @ Uber but haven't heard anything on the news.

 

[macraven]

Great info and advice on uber Keisha!

That info will help metro hopefully

 

[Metro West]

You need to sign into Uber and use online help via email to address this sort of issue. Agree it stinks no customer service phone number.

If using CC/bank card as payee source, contact the issuer and request a new card/number as it could be more involved than just on Uber's end. Dispute that charge and any other that may pop up on the card. Watch your credit report. You will be entitled to a free pull if CC was compromised. Might want to consider putting on a 'no new account' flag...none will be approved/opened unless they contact you directly. Good luck I've lost count of the # of times I've had this happen. Now try to use just one CC for all online purchases and a primary one for travel (the one that has had the most issues).

We joke that all our uber drivers have been Russians, never had an issue in any city we've utilized...well, other than @ WDW where they will long-haul you for the maximum fare that was quoted.

Wondering if there is a big data breach @ Uber but haven't heard anything on the news.

Thanks Janet...I've been sending lots of messages through their site and haven't heard anything. I'm going to contact my bank and get a new card # once I make sure all outstanding charges have posted. I think the reason the bank declined the charge was because it was foreign currency and different from my usual habits. If they post anything negative on my credit report I'll turn it over to my attorney and she can deal with.

 

[BagOLaughs]

Back home Rachel !!

Thanks macraven, nice to be back and what a lovely welcome I hope you've been well.

Lynne - what a lovely sight today, thanks



Have our share of snakes here. I console myself they must be eating something far worse lol.



IMO HRH is loud, especially in the lobby, likely due to acoustics. Like their pool well enough but it always feels 'tight' to me. Believe many other onsite guests pool hop for the party atmosphere. Gave up on Kitchen due to cleanliness issues re kids buffet area that wasn't addressed when i informed them. The TM's attitudes are a bit too chill for me, combined with not participating in the loews youfirstm we were outta there. Did enjoy the displays of memorabilia.



You need to sign into Uber and use online help via email to address this sort of issue. Agree it stinks no customer service phone number.

If using CC/bank card as payee source, contact the issuer and request a new card/number as it could be more involved than just on Uber's end. Dispute that charge and any other that may pop up on the card. Watch your credit report. You will be entitled to a free pull if CC was compromised. Might want to consider putting on a 'no new account' flag...none will be approved/opened unless they contact you directly. Good luck I've lost count of the # of times I've had this happen. Now try to use just one CC for all online purchases and a primary one for travel (the one that has had the most issues).

We joke that all our uber drivers have been Russians, never had an issue in any city we've utilized...well, other than @ WDW where they will long-haul you for the maximum fare that was quoted.

Wondering if there is a big data breach @ Uber but haven't heard anything on the news.

This is good to know about Uber although I use paypal for my app. I was hoping to use uber to get from Honolulu to hotel in a few weeks. I'm still planning on using it. Fingers crossed.

 

[schumigirl]

Afternoon/Morning everyone. Sorry its been such a long time since we spoke about something about nothing.

I hope you are all OK! I've been keeping up to date with Universal news and HHN although I've not been on the Dis. American Horror Story is the 1st house announced. Exciting!

Mac hasn't started the Officlal thread yet.......we're all looking forward to that getting fired up........adds to the excitement........

But, yes it's nice to see you back again........not long till your honeymoon now I think........was thinking of you at the weekend, we went to The Cotswolds for a quick visit.......Castle Combe and Bourton on the Water.......lovely! I need to go live there when DH takes his early retirement..........

 

[agavegirl1]

Good to know about Uber. I've downloaded the App but have yet to put my CC on it.

Lagoon view at Sapphire...check

Thanks all for reinforcing Hubby's choice to go back to Portofino. We used the boats primarily on our last trip, walked twice and let one of those nice bicycle taxis take us once. I'll survive the isolation just fine.

I had been reading menus for the Universal part of the trip and now I am convinced dinner at the Palm is on the agenda. Thanks all.

 

[pcstang]

I had one instance in vegas were the driver didn't show for 20 minutes even though the app showed him being close by. I forget there time policy but the driver was out of the window so I cancelled. Got a different driver but was charged a no show few. Same thing, emailed Uber several times and heard nothing. It was only $5 but it's the principle of what happened. I disputed it with my CC company and won. On the subject of BBB, they are sham and a business won't be accredited. My isn't because I won't pay them. They are just another business, not a government agency. Just my .02

 

[Robo56]

Have our share of snakes here. I console myself they must be eating something far worse lol.

Your right. Told hubby I saw the snake and he said don't kill it....I told him not to worry I not going to get close enough to it hopefully . If it makes itself to much of a nuisance the shovel with come out.

Afternoon/Morning everyone. Sorry its been such a long time since we spoke about something about nothing.

Welcome back Rachel. You have been missed.

 

[Robo56]

Domestic diva chores today only. Son and family coming over for dinner this evening. Making meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, sauteed veggies and salad. Everyone's talk about cheesecake gave me an idea for dessert this evening. Cheesecake with cherry sauce. Grand kids are so excited about upcoming vacation. Will be topic of dinner for sure. Hair appointment later. I need it

Have a great rest of the afternoon Sans family.