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Help!!!!

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bonniej · 27/10/2004 21:44

two years ago me and dh and ds (14 at the time) had a fantastic holiday in gran canaria. We met loads of people at our apartments and all got on really well and had a brilliant time. We exchanged phone numbers with a few and kept in touch for a short while as you do. since then I've had dd (16 months now) and our holidays are a bit more tame. I've just had a phonecall from a couple we met on that holiday. They were great fun but really loud and brash (don't mean to sound snobby) They only have one child who would be a teenager by now. the thing is they are coming up to where we live (a seaside resort) tomorrow and sort of hinted they had nowhere to stay. I don't mind meeting up for a drink with them but really haven't the room or the inclination to put them up!! They said they are having trouble finding accommodation but would have to rent out a caravan or something. (hinting I think). I just told them to phone when they got here but now don't know what to do. DH works nights so really don't want to arrange anything until the weekend and really could do without it. Or am I being unfriendly??? Help what do I do when they phone??

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collision · 27/10/2004 21:48

Dont pick up the phone! Get Dh to call you in code so you know it is him if he calls you and avoid them!!

MissHoolie · 27/10/2004 21:52

It was 2 years ago. Have you remained in contact or is this the first time. TBH i thnk its a bit cheeky of them if its the first time.

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bonniej · 27/10/2004 21:54

we had a couple of phonecalls in the first few months after the holiday, but that's it. The husband said they'd lost our number and just came across it in a suitcase! My initial reaction is to ignore the phone when they call, but problem is I can't remember whether we gave them our address at the time what if they just turn up??

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yingers74 · 27/10/2004 21:55

Make helpful suggestions about good accomodation but never offer them your home. Basically act like you are not getting the hint!! Surely it cannot be hard to find somewhere to stay in october? Good luck

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bonniej · 27/10/2004 21:56

that's what I thought. the resort is full of 'vacancy' signs on the B&Bs

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Merlot · 27/10/2004 21:59

I dont think you're being at all unfriendly - I would not feel comfortable with this either.

hercules · 27/10/2004 22:13

Ignore the phone.

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bonniej · 27/10/2004 22:19

I've already decided to ignore the phone but I'm just worried they've got our address, plus the only number I have for them is their home number and if they ring us when they get here it will either be a mobile or a local number so I won't know it's them. Help

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lou33 · 28/10/2004 11:05

have you got an answerphone, so you could leave it on and screen calls?

suzywong · 28/10/2004 11:09

do you have any pets?
You could tell them the dog has just had fleas, a tapeworm and ticks and the house has just been fumagated and the firm that did doesn't recommend anyone kipping in the spare room/sofa.

Are you good at fibbing?

marthamoo · 28/10/2004 11:10

Answer the phone but say "Taj Mahal Indian Take Away" or "Sunny Days Retirement Home"?

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bonniej · 28/10/2004 11:14

good idea, lou i'll leave the answerphone on. I feel really mean but don't know them well enough to put them up. I'm also wondering if they are just after a cheap break and using the excuse of visiting us as a way to get free accommodation. It just seems odd for them to phone after this length of time. I'm just hoping they don't turn up at the door with cases

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bonniej · 28/10/2004 11:15

marthamoo

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marthamoo · 28/10/2004 11:15

I think if they did turn up at the door with cases you would just have to bite the bullet and say "no, I'm sorry, we don't have enough room [and we hardly know you you bl**dy weirdos!]" Maybe they will have taken the hint and won't come at all - sounds like they were fishing for a cheap holiday to me.

anorak · 28/10/2004 11:29

I would find out availability of caravans, B&Bs etc and a couple of prices, write it all down. Then when they arrive you can enjoy seeing them without worrying. Just hand over the info you have so kindly procured for them and ask if they will have time to meet up one night for a drink during their stay.

That way you have made it all quite clear without actually having to say it and you will have no reason to hide away from them. Perhaps you can enjoy seeing them after all.

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bonniej · 28/10/2004 12:06

that's the thing anorak, I wouldn't mind meeting up for a drink with them at the weekend, they were a good laugh, but don't want them staying here. Excellent idea about the accommodation. Thing is I know for a fact there are loads of vacancies up here at the moment.

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JoolsToo · 28/10/2004 12:09

I'd start packing for a weekend away yourself - pronto!

JuniperDewdrop · 28/10/2004 12:10

Eeeeeee bonniej, I think this is beyond cheek!! I know you say they're a good laught etc.. but not to get in touch and then reckon they just found your no. seems a bit suss??

I'd be very dubious if I were you hun.

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bonniej · 28/10/2004 12:34

wonder if they still would have got in contact if we didn't live in a holiday town?? I think not

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JuniperDewdrop · 28/10/2004 12:37

Exactly!!

Where do you live by the way? I only have 8 kids, 3 dogs who have to travel with us and a llama. I'll bring my own spade!!

Oh but dh isn't fully house trained yet but he's very nice

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bonniej · 28/10/2004 12:40

Juniper. Anyone else fancy a free holiday??? the more the merrier!

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charliecat · 28/10/2004 12:42

Me!! Me!! a cat 2 gerbils 2 dds a dp and very messy me. Youdd better answer the phone though

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bonniej · 28/10/2004 12:42

we live in a lovely little quiet, scenic, classy town called.........wait for it..........Blackpool, (still want to come?) Definately their cup of tea though!

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JuniperDewdrop · 28/10/2004 12:42

Oh cheers I've just told the kids and they're sooooooooooooo excited Can you email me a map?

JuniperDewdrop · 28/10/2004 12:43

ROFLMAO have you just seen my thread bonniej? We're coming there tomorrow lol.