What do you buy ?

**PollyA** · 03-08-2004, 15:29

Are there any things much much cheaper than in the UK[?]Or are there anythings you just can't get in the UK that are readily available in Orlando [?]
I always stock up on mascara in Walmart its a snip compared to what I pay at home.
I just wondered if anyone else had made good buys.
[msnsmile]

**sandra777** · 03-08-2004, 16:30

It seems almost everythings is cheaper than the UK. Can anyone think of anything that is more expensive in Florida?

**Nostromo** · 03-08-2004, 16:35

It depends on what you are looking for. In general, I think the others would agree that most things are cheaper in the USA then in the UK. But, you have to be careful that in getting an apparent smashing bargain, you don't lose out on quality. Most sales in Belz type mall shops are safe and if you happen to be in the right place at the right time (which is not all that difficult

), you can end up with unbelieveble value for your money. But if you are shopping in Flea Markets and such, avoid electronic goods or anything that can break down.

As to specific goods, almost everything is cheaper in the US. Cosmetics, toileteries, clothes, footwear, CDs, DVDs etc. My wife buys almost all her clothes in the USA, including some UK brands like Alexon. I found that one of the best bargains in the US is for Outdoor Gear, which is ridiculously expensive AND often of lower quality in the UK. I have bought Outdoor stuff from the likes of Cabela's, LL Bean etc for years at less than half of what it costs here.

**Cruella DeVilla** · 03-08-2004, 17:41

Whatever I can fit into my suitcase and I am not joking!! Mostly from Walmart and the Outlet stores not telling what ones as you might buy up my stuff!!!!

**wilfy** · 03-08-2004, 18:56

Sarah has a thing about quilt's/bed throws etc. We always come back with at least one. Yup we have another one to bring back this time.

**porky** · 03-08-2004, 20:11

I bring home a strange assortment of things.
Jeans, trainers,undies, dip (especially the french onion one), thick aluminum foil, ziplock bags,fruits of the earth aloe vera for my son - he uses it as hair gel and swears by it,

razor blades for son, his sister and me, cows tails, cinnamon chewing gum for my mum, white owl miniature cigars for my dad, sheets, horesradish mustard, mountain dew, chips ahoy (both for daughter), pain killers, camera batteries, huge jar of montreal steak seasoning for me barbies over here plus any nice tops I have found at a bargain price.

Jacqui

**KarenScott** · 03-08-2004, 22:48

I have to ask cow tails?
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**linda.s** · 03-08-2004, 23:20

Sports gear is a must!! As the whole family tend to live and die in trainers, trackies and t-shirts, we stock up on them! Last time we were there, we bought some of the Nike "soft" trainers, can't remember what they are called! Anyway, hubby wore his once or twice, and decided that he didn't like them, so about a year after we bought them I put them on E-Bay. Sold for £40.00, and we paid $17.00 in the sale for them! Not bad eh? This October, we will have at least one empty case going out!

**brizzle** · 04-08-2004, 00:39

Always a pair of Vans trainers, then hit the clothes shops and buy any bargains to be had.
A few designer T-Shirts are normally purchased as well as other more wintery tops.

The wife finds the Gap jeans fit her better over there (sounds weird I know but she is only 4'10 with generous hips

)

Oh and of course lot's of Big Red chewing gum, cinnammon strips and Reece's peanut butter cups (or Reece's pieces)

Brizzle