soaringhigh650 - please note that I am not asking how to do the transit itself. I am after specific advice from those who recently flew VFR through one of these two zones and got the clearance (or are controllers and want to tell me to stay away or come at a specific time to be more likely to get through).
Okay I see. Best then to look at the airport's website and their arrivals and departures schedule. This will give you a better idea of when you are more likely to get clearance.