How long does it take a letter to get from Michigan to Washington?|129717

and how long does it take for a package to get to michigan from washington?

probably all mail going through states should take about 4-7 days

Some time, for a long distance, by air....

Till they get there

How early should we arrive for Shakespeare in Park in Kansas City?|113670

How early do you need to stake out a spot at the KC Shakespeare in the Park at Southmoreland park? We want to take a picnic and make a night of it, but have kids and can_t come too early. Would 7:00 be too late to get a decent seat if the show starts at 8:00?

I went to the show tonight and arrived around 7 and we were able to sit in the front row of the _chair section._ It was also just a Tuesday night and I imagine it makes a difference on what night you go. Even if you go on a more crowded night, there didn_t seem to be a whole lot of _bad_ seats. If I were to go again, I wouldn_t show up until 7:00 myself, if that helps at all.

You might want to come at 6:30. Seats fill up fast sometimes. Some people come an hour early to sit

What are best places to see in colorado and Wyoming/yellowstone in summer?|153608

I am planning to take my family (2 kids, 1 1yr old baby) to colorado and Yellostone. What are some of the family friendly (witha a 1 year baby) that we can do and see? Any place to avoid? What are some of good places to stay? Is there any good travel experience sites for this?

Rocky mtn Nat_l Park, just north of Denver is great. It is right next to the little town of Estes Park...a great place to stay. there are many short guided hikes in the park...fabulous scenery. Be sure to go to the top of Trail Ridge Road for a fabulous view. Family activities in Estes park tp. About half hr south of there is the Butterfly pavilion in Westminster...great for young kids. in Denver...about one hour south of Estes park there is a Six Flags with a water park in it and there ia also another huge water park in Denver. Teh Denver Zoo is fantastic for kids and adults. Teh White Fence Farm and Casa Bonita restaurants are terrific for kids and families. Lots of outdoor and indoor activities within an hr of each other. Could spend a few days in Estes Park, then few more in Denver or close for activities there. Denver has a great Children_s Museum too. iIhave put some links below for you to see. hope you have a great vacation.

What time does the subway rush hour start?|154089

Hi there!

Going to New York for a holiday and was wondering if you could tell me when the rush hour starts on the subway in the morning (weekdays)?

Thanks in advance!

xxx

About 6:30

My advice, try not to take the subway between the hours of 7am and 9:30am, that when the system is very crowded. Anytime after 9:30am will do.

Good luck

It depends on what line you_re on and what part of town you_re in, but the rush generally starts between 7 and 8 and ends around 10am.

Pretty much the same time as car rush hour. From 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. It usually is not that bad, however. And be weary of the subway on late nights and weekends as their service is limited.

Its 6:30 - 9:30AM.

What hotels in San Diego accept Debit or cash?|164308

I have had my identity stolen before and now I refuse to use credit cards. No one will burn me again! I am planning to take a trip down to San Diego and am wondering if any of you knew of debit or cash friendly hotels. Also if there is a deposit what is the amounts you paid? Thanks.

Most hotels will have a cancellation policy of either 4pm or 6pm day of arrival (local time). Some will be the day before, but they can hold your room up until that time and as long as cancel within the desired period you will not be up for a charge and they will not require a deposit. Your debit card should be more than OK for holding the room and you should not need to give them a deposit.

Beware...when a debit card is used the hotel/car hire companies more often than not hold a reserve against your account of about $500 (in addition to the room charge rate). The money should show back in your account within 24-48 hours after departure but could take longer. The same can apply to cc_s too, but usually just with debit cards as the vendor has more to lose.

I am sorry to hear about your bad experience but cc_s are a far better bet than debit cards. The level that they offer of protection is far greater and your responsibility is typically only $50 with a cc. Maybe you should re-look at that idea, getting one card with good protection?
Good luck with your trip and the bookings.

Hotels require a credit card

How can I start over in Atlanta?|163241

I would like to move to Atlanta from Wisconsin sooooooon, I know that I would have to start over in a new place but I don_t know how. I have a good work history and an associate_s in business and I am going for a degree in marketing. I just don_t know where to start with relocating. I was thinking of going to a shelter first and get help with them. My children would stay with family untill I at least find someplace and a job stable but I don_t know how to put this plan in motion because I don_t want to be away from my children, but I think that Atlanta is the place for me and my family.Do any one have any suggestions?

Atlanta is not a bad city. The traffic can be a nightmare, but the people are friendly, and the jobs are plentiful. I hats seeing people diss my city because they are jealous that they are stuck in an unhappy place. You don_t want to start off in a homeless shelter. When we had financial trouble some years back, we stayed in an extended stay hotel called the Hometown Lodge. It was only about 150 per week, and it was inclusive with your lights and water. You could work at Waffle House and pay for that while looking for more permanent work. Look at the websites listed above and call, but stay out of the homeless shelters! Hope it helps, and good luck!

i think you are going to get into a lot of trouble in atlanta. The jobs are hard to find that pay decent wages. The place is full of illegals and they got all of the jobs. only way you wil survive is if you have a skill that the average street person does not have then you may be able to get a job that will support you. it will be a long shot for you i_m sure.

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most shelters in atlanta will not even take u unless u r an addict. they are mostly rehabs. if u have children, that makes it that much harder. in the shelters u have to be out by 6 am and back in by 5pm unless u have a note from ur manager or supervisor. it would be better if u and ur children could stay with family to get on ur feet. jobs are hard to come by cuz u got like 4 million ppl in atlanta and they are mostly illegals who will work for less that what u are willing to work for and the living costs are fairly expensive unless u wanna live in low income housing. thats no place to raise ur children. good luck on ur venture, i was thinkin of goin back too but then i remembered how hard it was when i was there. on the upside tho, they have trains and busses so its easier to get around if u did find a job. but i would look into some other places first.

People make up the complexion of a city, and this is what is so bizarre about Atlanta. It has a very sophomoric, low-brow social climate, and everyone oddly is exactly the same. There is intense geographic bigotry, the Atlantamatons don_t travel, and are very threatened by people from other places. I guarantee they will hate you for being a Northerner. It_s a town with a severe inferiority complex, so there is incessant, annoying boosterism. I lived there for over a year, and couldn_t wait to leave. It_s a no-character, no-personality town, and an absolutely a soul-destroying place to live.

Atlanta is the worst city in the country. Unfriendly, unhip, low-class, boring, and dangerous. Mercer rated it in _04 _The Worst Quality of Living in America_, in _05 _The Worst Quality of living in North America_, in _06 _The Second Worst Quality of Living in America_, (only because Houston moved down to the bottom). It is #2- #7 Most Dangerous City, depending on the list. It_s the city with absolutely no redeeming qualities. What would possibly make you think it_s the place for you and your family?

How long does it take to drive from Atlanta to Gwinnett?|149279

I would like to know how many hours does it take to drive from Gwinnett County to Atlanta? , and Gwinnett County to Dekalb County?

I drive from Lawrenceville to 5 points a few times every week. In good traffic it takes me around 34 minutes. during rush hour it can take 45 minutes to the worst ever was over 3 hours (stuck behind a jackknifed semi blocking all lanes of traffic).. normally it takes around one hour during rush hour.

Gwinnett and Dekalb share a border and from some points you can walk between in less than 2 seconds :) but Dekalb county is between Gwinnett and Atlanta. From Lawrenceville it takes me around 20 minutes to get to spaghetti junction (just inside Dekalb County if I take I-85) or about 25 minutes to get to downtown Decatur if I use US78.

atl - gwinnett -_ 10 minutes on interstate to 90 minutes - backroads to farthest edges

gwinnett and dekalb share a border, so 0 minute to 90 again

double for rush hour

[be more specific about locations - dekalb and gwinnett are big counties, even atlanta is a big place]]

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Run mapquest to get the route, and gauge your time. Though it wouldn_t take as long, I_d give myself an hour. (I hate being late.) One can assume there will be traffic during rush hour, and often at times when one would least expect it.

It really depends on the time of day. From Atlanta to Gwinnet during non-rush hour, I would say about 15 - 20 minutes. To Dekalb County, I_d say about 20 minutes.

It will take 30 mins to drive from gwinnett to atlanta. From Gwinnett to Dekalb, it depends on what part because you can take the backroad or take I-75 to I-20 E.

it actually depends on where you are.
half an hour from Gwinnett county to atlanta.

30 to 45 minutes depending on the traffic.

Where is a safe area to stay when traveling to Washington DC?|150827

My wife and I are planning a trip to Washington D.C. and what to stay somewhere that is safe and affordable.

Any suggestion as to what Hotels/Neighborhoods we should stay at?

Alexandria is very nice then take the train in

Depends on whats affordable, you can stay near Dupont Circle or Embassy row for about $100 at a nice hotel. www.hotels.com Put in the dates, should be good to go.

one there is no place tht is afforable, and were talking DC here no ones safe in tht area, when u step inside u get drafed into the army

Northwest area.

Me and my wife stayed in Best Western situated in the city of Sterling, just near the Dulles Airport.

It is like $50 per day and a nice and brand new hotel.

Where can a single female safely go to party a little in San Diego?|151201

Preferably a place that there would be mostly other women or mostly just caters to women. I_m travelling there on business and want to go out for a bit for a couple drinks but not to a regular bar.

The Gaslamp has a lot of places to go party. I don_t know of any that specifically cater to women, but you won_t be putting your life in your hands if you go to The Bitter End or Stingaree. The Onyx Room is pretty laid back.

What other hotels are close to the Renaissance Waverly Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia?|102754

My boyfriend and I are going to an anime convention held at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel this September. The Renaissance Hotel is already full and we are looking for other hotels in the surrounding area. If you could please just provide a list of hotels close to the Renaissance Hotel, I would deeply appreciate it.

Anime Weekend Atlanta, yes? XD I went a few years ago (don_t think I_ll make it this year unless I actually move up there.)

My friend had made the arrangements though and we stayed at a Holiday Inn.

Try looking at the AWA website. Last time I checked, they had a list of nearby hotels (One within walking distance... as is the mall, if you care). If not, I_m sure there_s a website that will list hotels near a certain place. Though if you have a car and good directions, I woudn_t worry too much about it.

Im moving to nyc in about three weeks and need a safe spanish neighborhood near yonkers. Where is good?|150234

I would like to be not far from the city and in a neighborhood that is relatively safe and has a large spanish speaking population. Can anyone recommend some place? Possibly with good nightlife and an age range of 20-40 mostly?

The only neighborhood I can think of is Kingsbridge (in the Bronx). It_s also not the safest neighborhood either though there are pockets within that are okay.

It is close to Yonkers (via the _1_ subway to Van Cortlandt Park along Broadway and the Bee Line _1_ bus to Yonkers). There is a large Latino contingency there...usually on Broadway and Kingsbridge Road. There is major shopping nearby (Target - W. 225th Street in Marble Hill)

The nearby nightlife is on Fordham Road called _X Bar_...salsa, hip-hop, reggaeton. If you can find a place near Bailey Avenue north of 238th Street. or along the reservoir on Sedgwick Avenue, you should be okay.

Any where in the Bronx except for the South Bronx or around the Concourse up to Fordham Rd. and around Soundview. Those are the ruffest parts of the Bronx that I know of. Everywhere else is great. I love the Bronx! Rent is wayy affordable_. Keep your eye oncraigslist.

If a large spanish speaking population is important to you, why not Washington Heights?

What Hotel is best for 20 somethings in Las vegas on a moderate budget?|136467

We want to have a great time, decent room- smoking- like to dance, drink and moderately gamble. Any suggestions on hotels?

Hi,

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Are all traffic signals in Florida eventually going to be replaced?|146498

I live in Tampa and most of the traffic signals here hang from wires. I know it_s petty, but I can_t stand it, it_s just so ugly! In other parts of the state they_ve been putting the new black ones up on poles, so does anyone know if they_re going to be doing that state wide or is it only in certain communities? And why the hell did they start hanging them from wires in the first place?

Here in Orlando they usually just have it at busy intersections and nice streets. Its probably their goal to make it all like that but the wire thing is cheaper and does the job but I think they are ugly also.

How old do you have to be to rent a room on the Jersey Shore?|171426

I_m looking to rent a room on the jersey shore (preferably wildwood) in a couple of weekends and my girlfriend and I are both 20. Does anyone know of any hotels/motels in wildwood where we would be able to rent? Or do you know of any other towns we would be able to rent in?

Your success rate on renting a room on the Jersey Shore has more to do with how much money you have to spend than how old you are.

you can rent most rooms down the shore at 18 due to prom,
you can hit up seaside too, most of their hotels are 18+
good luckk

How to get to MDT airport in Harrisburg in public transportation/ bus from Washington DC?|155379

I am planning a trip and my flight leaves from MDT airport.
I live in the Washington DC metro area and I am looking for a cheap way to get to the airport in Harrisburg

Thanks

I cannot imagine that there is anywhere you can go to from Harrisburg that you could not go to from either Reagan, Dulles or BWI airports. But to answer you question, you can use either Greyhound Bus or Amtrac.

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Northeast Regional line from Union Station to Philadelphia 30th St Station, then transfer to the Keystone line to the Harrisburg station. From there you would need to use a Capital Area Transit bus (
http://www.cattransit.com)
or taxi to get to MDT.

What are the pros and cons of moving from the United States to somewhere in the U.K?|136272

What are the pros and cons of moving from the United States to somewhere in the U.K? I_m interested in learning more about life in England, particularly Liverpool, and hoping to move there later in life.
Help Please?

Hot accents in the U.K., but they call things by different names.

Lauren I_m in the same boat!! Where in the US do you live? I_m in NJ and want to go over to the UK for a bit. I_ve asked tons of questions on here about it to the Brits and the common consensus is that it_s a bad idea for an American to move over .. but I beg to differ! I still want to go!! lol -- I think I am going just for a few weeks first to get a feel for it before I pick everything up and move over .. maybe you should do the same!

Does anyone know some really great Alcatraz books?|149753

I recently visited Alcatraz and am now typically obsessed about learning about it and the convicts that lived in it. I_m planning on going to the library today and was wondering if someone had any suggestions. Thank You!

Umm..well i have this book called Al Capone Does My Shirts. It_s about a guy who lives at Alcatraz with his sister...that_s all i know.

if you want a story that takes place in alkatraz then Alcopone does my shirts is a good one. but it is for very young kiddies.lOL

What is the cheapest and best way to ship 6 suitcases in DEC2008 from Sterling VA to Dallas TX?|146972

Virginia To Texas

If you_ve got a 55lb box which is just one of 6 suitcases, I think you should re-consider the option to drive instead of fly. Are you sure that it wouldn_t be cheaper to rent an SUV and load everything into it for the 2-day journey?

UPS is your best bet at this point. Just put em in a box, or each in their own box I mean.. gl!

How long with it take to drive from Pittsburgh to Brunswick, GA?|147453

My family (son, 3 and daughter, 11 and husband and mother in law) are driving to Disney World so I_m trying to figure out how long (with stops and breaks) this part of our trip is going to take? I already mapquested it to 12 hours but I was hoping to find someone with more detail that_s done this before. We_re planning on leaving at 2 or 3 am so most of us can sleep or try to sleep and hopefully there will be less breaks.

It sounds like a fun trip. With the children you will need frequent stops and travel games etc to keep them from getting cranky.Pack treats that are healthy and make sure you have Lysol spray for potty stops and a germicidal hand cleaner too.
I would add at least 4 to 5 more hours to your trip time .
I would suggest staying some where over night before you arrive,you all will be tired and needing a bath after 16 to 17 hours of travel.
That way your first day at DW wont be wasted.
Have a great time with your family and drive carefully

Thank you !

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Brunswick or Disney?
Take at least 2 days with a few key stops. Georgia Aquarium is one. Make sure you know where the malls are on route.

How is it to live in Los Angeles? Are there a lot of things to do even after work?|180497

I want to know how it is to live in Los Angeles. The city of Angels and the city of entertainment. Is there a lot of funny things you can do? And not just in weekends but after a hard day at work?
And how is the public transportation network? Bus lines, subway etc...
And at last, is the weather good and warm enough in winter to be outside all the time? And especially can you sunbath in your garden even in winter instead of going to the tanning studio or something?

It depends on what you are interesting in. The club scene is pretty great, but if you don_t enjoy clubbing than there isn_t much else to do. Great shopping, tons of independent theaters to see obscure films in, and absolutely amazing restaurants, both cheap and expensive.

In winter, the coldest it gets is probably in the high 50s during the day, MAYBE high 40s at night. It_s usually in the 60s in winter. Yes, you can theoretically tan in the winter. Not all the time, but some days are definitely warm enough to lie out, and it_s almost always sunny enough. Days like that are random and few, though.

Public transport is notoriously horrible. You absolutely must, must have a car.

And 1100 in rent? HA! That_s nothing. I_d say expect at least 2000 a month for rent. If you have roommates, you might get away with around 1000 a month, give or take a few hundred.

There_s lots of fun things to do in LA but you won_t have time to get to them because you will be too busy working to even enjoy the city (so no point in living there.)

It_s also a VERY EXPENSIVE place to live in! Expect $1100+ /mo. on rent ALONE!

No. You need a car in order to survive in LA.

It_s warm but when you said you can sunbathe in your garden, that_s expecting too much.

LA is a great place to visit, just not a great place to live in if you don_t have a college degree.

-There are hundreds of fun things to do, even after work.
-Public transportation is NOT good. It is very inefficient. That_s why everyone drives a car.
-Yes, we have 340 days of sunshine per year. You can sunbathe in your back yard most days if you want, although it may be too cold on some days. You can be outside all winter, though. We eat dinner on the patio during the winter all the time.

yeah its great for people who move there
but when you live there its okay =]
dude if you wanna live in LA get yourself a car =]
the weather?
well it rains sometimes =]

How hard is it to get into Ghostbar in Las Vegas on a Monday night?|152117

My wife and I want to go to Ghostbar on a Monday night. I see on their website that I could sign up to be put on a guestlist and enter without a cover. We don_t want a table or bottle service. How long would we expect to wait in line? When is a good time to arrive to increase our chances of getting in?

Monday night is probably the dead-est night of the week for any bar and club. That being said..getting in should be extremely easy with little to no wait. If there is a wait, it_s an artificial line being created to make the bar seem more busy. Good time to arrive..when doors open. maybe shortly after. Since it_s a monday I wouldn_t worry too much..and would just show up whenever..of course within reason.

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Monday nights aren_t busy at all. You should be able to get in with no problem.

I_m not sure whats cracking at the G Bar on mon night. But general rule wit the clubs is get there before 10pm. You want to have an awesome night on a mon? Hit Jet in the Mirage it is banging on Monday.

It will be easy because you will be the only ones there.

I would check with the club before you go. Sometimes the ultra clubs are closed on slow nights to meet with the IRS and their legal team to find a way around the charges of stiff arming witless tourists that pay big bucks to door men to go to tiny clubs that serve tiny, high priced drinks

What are the people like in San Diego? Is it easy to make friends?|133491

I am a 24 yr old male who is planning to move to San Diego within the next 2 - 4 months. I_ve heard many great things about the weather and the beaches, but what about the people? I_m a very social guy and I definitely want to build a new group of friends out in SD when I move there. I_ve heard murmers that meeting people is easy, but make friends is very difficult. What are your thoughts on that? What areas do people around my age live in? I_m looking for a nice beach, with young people around, and a good bar scene. Wherever that is - I want to live there! hahaha

Let me know what you think about the people in San Diego and what the best way to make new friends would be. How can I easily break into the social scene as an outsider from the Easy Coast? (Originally from North Jersey).

I appreciate your responses.

I say Pacific Beach is the place to move in the San Diego area. It_s not expensive and there are tons and tons of young people, as well as a wonderful beach. My husband and I,when we were dating, lived there and we made a ton of neighborhood friends. A ton! And the best part of Pacific Beach was that all the friends we had there were from other states on the East Coast and they needed friends, too. You_ll meet people at bars and at your apartment building, but probably mostly work, too. I liked two bars named _Lattitudes_ and _Cass Street_; we used to hang out there a lot and met plenty of friends there since the crowd was a bit older than college (your age-around 25) and a lot of people were regulars. We mostly met people in our apartment building and at work, that was fun! Just make sure to get a job first thing and then you can have people to go to happy hour with and everything. Even though we_re now married and moved inland to start our family, we still keep in contact with our old _party_ friends from Pacific Beach. You_ll have a blast. One of our friends came here from New Jersey knowing not a soul and met a ton of friends and girlfriends and says he_ll never leave. As far as your question of _breaking into the scene_ I say, just look casual (t-shirt, thongs and jeans) and make sure you are friendly and outgoing, and not a cheeseball when it comes to girls, then I think you_ll do fine. Good luck!!!

San Diego is much different than the east coast or even northern CA. It is much more laid back and friendly. Besides, the weather is great - a bit too cold right now.

Making friends is up to you. If you go out and try, you will make friends. If you expect people are closed, they will be. If you like the bar scene, go for it. I made friends at church but that_s me. Take some classes, that_s a great way to meet people.

I live in N. SD County and I really like it here.

San Diego is a very laid back city, so making new friends should not be a problem. The people are for the most part very friendly and sociable.

Great bar scene in the Hillcrest neighborhood. I hang out at a bar called the Flame on the weekends and have a good time whenever I go.

If you_re looking for _straight_ friends, I would not recommend Hillcrest specifically...Although it is a nice enough neighborhood to live in. I would recommend Pacific Beach (PB) or Ocean Beach (OB) or Mission Beach. That_s where a LOT if the college kids live and there are tons of bars. I agree that it_s hard to make friends here, but if you_re social, like you say you are, then you_ll do ok. I assume you_ll get a job here....so you_ll meet people through there. Otherwise I would say you could take a class at a Jr College, something easy, like Tennis and meet people through that.

What are good places right outside or Raleigh,NC with views of the skyline to live?|122581

Looking for a nice safe neighborhood outside of downtown Raleigh, which is safe, and has a nice view of the growing skyline, any help we be great.

In Raleigh, to get a good view of the skyline you_d basically need a neighborhood just adjacent to downtown. (Mostly due to hills and such.)
Boylan Heights, Brooklyn/Glenwood, Cameron Park, Caraleigh, Oakwood, Mordecai, and Pilot Mills would probably be where to start. But if there_s alot of trees in the way, then the view would be pretty blocked.

Raleigh_s skyline is growing. A developer has just started on building what will be Raleigh_s tallest building. It will be next to Crabtree Valley Mall and it will be 45 stories tall. The tallest in downtown might be the BB_T building at 32 stories maybe. I do not know of a neighborhood with what you are looking for, but maybe something north along Six Forks Road or Wake Forest road or Falls of the Neuse Road. If you have seen the pictures of downtown Raleigh that the City of Raleigh uses, that it looking at downtown from the town of Garner, southeast of Raleigh.

Unless something has changed in the last couple of years, Raleigh doesn_t have a skyline.

Are there any good places to eat with kids around the Smithsonian?|145612

We will be visiting soon and would like a place to have lunch. I know some of the museums have restaurants/cafes, but are they really expensive? Are there any good local restaurants nearby that are easy to walk to? Thanks!

Yes!

I would avoid Mitsitam, in the American Indian museum - as they have unusual food, which kids often don_t like.

Air and Space has fast food, pizza, McDonald_s and the like.
The Natural History Museum has a better cafeteria, but more expensive. Likewise the National Gallery of Art - the cafeteria between the two buildings.

But by walking anywhere from a half block to a block you can have a great food court, inexpensive food for every taste.

Across Constitution Avenue from the National Museum of American History, that is on the outside of the museum/Mall you can find the Ronald Reagan International Trade Center. You must go through security to get in, but in their basement is a large food court, with food that is not too terribly expensive. This is at about 15th and Constitution.

If you are at the other end of the mall, near the National Gallery, Air and Space, you can go in the Francis Perkins building of the Department of labor. Their rooftop cafeteria is really quite good - although again there is security to get in. The building overlooks the Capitol Building.

If you are at the Capitol, another option, an extra block or so away, is the Union Station train station. It has the best food court in Washington in the basement. Be careful though, because everyone knows it and it gets very crowded with government workers and tour groups at lunch time.

Someone already mentioned the Post Office Pavilion. There are also some restaurants around the Navy Memorial, across Pennsylvania avenue from the National Archives, including one that serves pizza and has a salad bar.

I also second the other suggestion for Chinatown. If walking is an issue there is a $1 per person Connector Bus you can grab from the mall to go those 8 or so blocks.

The Atrium Cafe at the National Museum of Natural History offers resonable cafeteria fare for adult and child_s tastes alike. The Air _ Space Museum has the Wright Place Food Court which has menu items from McDonald��s, Boston Market and Donatos Pizzeria.

The Old Post Office Pavillion, just north of the National Mall at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, has a food court.

I_d venture that many of the restaurants about Penn Quarter are more about business lunches and fine evening dining.

If your kids are up for a short walk up Seventh Street NW and are adventurous eaters, check out the food options around Chinatown/Gallery Place Metro. Heck, there_s even a Five Guys Hamburgers up there!

What fun and not-so-touristy things are there to do in Los Angeles?|133093

My friend and I are planning a trip to LA in March sometime. And we_d like to avoid all the typical _Hollywood Walk of Fame_ crap. We_re looking for cool and fun things that won_t be over-run with other tourists. Any suggestions?

Well try these --hope it gives you some useful suggestions...
THINGS TO SEE IN L.A.
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2.FARMERS MARKET AT THE GROVE
(@ FAIRFAX AND W. 3RD)
3.GRAMIN��S CHINESE
4.GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY
5.GETTY MUSEUM
6.NORTON SIMON MUSEUM
7.ROSE BOWL
8.HOLLYWOOD BOWL
9.WALK OF STARS
10.RODEO DRIVE
11.TOUR OF STAR HOMES
12.IVY, KITSON, HOTEL MARMONT
13.SANTA MONICA PIER AND PROMANADE
14.VENICE BEACH
15.CATALINA ISLAND ( CONCERTS)
16.STUDIO TOUR
17.DODGER STADIUM
18.DOWNTOWN L.A.
19.HYDE
20.BEVERLY HILTON
21.BEVERLY HILLS CITY HALL
22.COFFEE BEAN AND TEA LEAF
23.HUNTINGTON BEACH SURF MUSEUM
24.QUEEN MARY II
25.YAMASHIRO (RESTAURANT)

I think some of your best bets are Venice Beach. Maybe it_s touristy, but such an open air theater I think it_s worth it

Either Getty museums is a good choice, also the Huntington Library in San Marino or most any of our museums.

Previous poster has a point, most everything here is designed for the tourist or the shopper. So it_s either museums, parks, or sporting events.

The Getty Museum is a must!

I spent 5 hours there last week, it is truly amazing!

all the fun stuff there IS touristy....don_t be hypocirtey, ur tourist urself if ur gonna visit

go to a doger game!!!.....the the cheaperst ones are 8 bucks! u_ll be fine......and ofcourse go clubbing.....Hollywood Blv and SUnset are the streets to hit. You can also go down to Elysian Park and check out the LAPD Academy.....Go to DOwntown and watch a film in the Disney Theater. Belive me their is soo much to do in LA.....so much!!

downtown!!
Griffith park(i think its spelled right)
so many things to do in L.A. its hard to even think of what your gonna do there

Don_t listen to the first poster Lukeee, who said L.A. _damn its a dirty place_.

LA is huge. Areas on the Westside like Beverly Hills, Brentwood. Malibu, etc. are very clean and full of celebrities. Stars don_t want to live in dirty areas...

Relaxing at a beach in Malibu is a good place to start. It_s not so crowded..
Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills is a famous shopping district, but it is always filled with tourists.
There_s also Universal Studios and Six Flags Magic Mountain/Hurricane Harbor....very fun.

Great idea! We welcome you! First thing: get a copy of the paper and you will see a gazillion things you_d like to do! The Getty Museum is a must see!

i suggest not going to LA then... Its all like that :(
damn its a dirty place

What are the best ways to shuttle from Phoenix (or Las Vegas) to south rim Grand Canyon?|164315

Going on a hike through Grand Canyon in mid-October. Flying into either Phoenix or Las Vegas (or even another airport if a better option occurs) and hoping to find a shuttle method from that city to the south rim of the Canyon. Ideally I have to make it to the rim and be ready to walk by 2-3pm. I can either travel the day before (Friday) or the morning of (Saturday). Whichever option I take, I need to ensure proper rest (hiking the canyon without proper rest is very dangerous).

Any info is greatly appreciated.

Give Scenic Airlines [ airline code YR] in Las Vegas a call and tell them that you_re hiking and want _the ride only _ fare You should know that that fare may very well cost you more than your flight into LAS did

http://www.scenic.com/

Just so you know :
Unless you_re planning on using Indian Gardens as a CS or making a dry camp above the Redwall ,2:00 3:00 PM is a kind of late to start your hike
I mean the Inner Canyon does get dark before the Rims do and gets light after the Rims do
Enjoy the Canyon

I recommend you rent a car, but also check out local tour operators

I was recently in Las Vegas and I took a tour from Look!Tours to Death Valley and was very pleased

http://www.looktours.com/

How much time to allow at Logan Airport before my flight?|132131

I_ll be flying into and out of Logan airport in July on Continental flights. My flight out leaves at 8:30am. What would be a good time to arrive at the airport to allow time to get my bags checked in _ go through security?

If it is a domestic flight, i would recommend getting there by 7am. That way, you will have 1 1/2 hrs to check in your bags and go thru security. 6:30 would be even safer since its july...

If its for international, get there by 5:30 am, 6:30 at the latest.

It is better to get to the airport early....

if it_s domestic, you just need to show up an hour ahead of time. it only takes 15 min to get through check in (you could check in online before and then just check your bags in) and 10 min to get through security. and even if there are long lines, if you_re flights leaving soon they_ll just pull you through.

I usually get there 45 minutes before my flight and am the one that had to get the airline employee to get me to skip ALL LINES and I literally just breeze through it all. never once had a problem and always got VIP treatment

Get there before 7, because they are highly securitorized there. I flew out of there about 2 years ago and they made me take off my sweatshirt and shoes. We had to go through a lot before being able to sit and relax.

I would do online check in, with curbside or self baggage check in, and get there at 7 am no later than 730. If you do online check in it cuts down most of your time, security would be your main issue.

For Domestic they want you all checked n one hour before take
off

For international they want you there 2 hours before take off

What are some Christian Based Family Recreation Places to visit in the USA?|130040

I was searching in the internet and read about the Precious Moments Park located in Missuri. It sounds as a great way to spend a good time with the family. Because of this, is that I started wondering if there are other paces such as this one here in the U.S. We are already planning to visit the Precious Moment Chapel this spring! We want to go to a place where we can appreciate christian related activities! (FYI: I am not interested in summer camps in particular)

Not exactly what you_re after, but I suspect Dollywood would be up your alley- its family oriented and rooted in _traditional_ values.

A better idea would be to go to our wonderful National parks and appreciate the world_s beauty. Your family can have what ever devotional activities you feel appropriate to the moment, and it will be a much more genuine experience than going to what amounts to an amusement park.

How can we save, stop, and slow down miami from Mass Commercialization?|130709

I would do anything to have my city back to how it was before, at least somewhat peaceful, tropical landscapes, instead of these massive high rise condos, and mini malls. Is there anyone in charge of protecting even the soil from this greed?

too late... they should have haulted new construction and protected historcal buildings years ago.... its ridiculous now.. its happening here in saint augustine, fl as well

Make it less attractive to live there. Then everyone will stop moving there and construction prices will go down, making it not worth it for new development.

You must be kidding! You want peaceful tropical landscapes, move to the Dominican Republic.

Miami is a big tourist town and it derives a lot of revenue from the gazillions of tourists that go there each year. Like MLaw said, Miami and mass commercialization are synonymous. If you want a quiet, slower paced town, you may want to consider moving because Miami is a great place to visit with many beautiful houses, lots of old architecture to go along with the new and it_s so famous because it_s tropical, warm and a popular place to film shows. I don_t think the city of Miami intends to slow down...it wants the tourists and their money! Once progress is _on a roll_ it_s hard to stop it. It_s pretty much the same thing where I live now, but I will be moving to a quieter city within a few years where it will be many years before this small city (or if it ever) becomes mass commercialized. Look at how many people have vacation homes or condos that live up north where it is cold, snowy and really hard to get around in. I understand how you feel, but I think it is way too late to stop Miami from continuing to develop.

Moving to north carolina from NY whats the best are to live with least amount of crime and good jobs?|100980

My girl and I are in our mid 20_s and we live in upstate New York and we hate it. We are looking to move to North Carolina by may 2010, but don_t know which part? If anyone one can help we are looking around the charlotte or raleigh areas maybe the suburbs to rent first then buy we are looking for good jobs and a great night life and low cost of living, can anyone help?

My girl and I are in our early 30_s, We are trying to do the same. We want to move from New Hampshire to Charlotte, NC. Plenty of business/tech/bank jobs in area. Stay north and west of city for nice nieghborhoods. They are trying to rebuild the south end, but it still looks bad, many gangs in area south and west of city. Do rent first! Then drive around and pick a home.

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Is it possible to make a living as a full time worker at Disney World?|133086

I_m planning on moving to Florida and I was wondering if it was possible to make a living in an apartment while working full time at Disney World? Is this at all possible?

Yes, Disney has many full time workers _ is considered a good employer......but...but...but...don_t rush to move to Orlando just yet, Disney, like so many other companies, is laying off workers right now.

Disney World has really cut back on their staff lately, so it may be difficult to find a job right away. But you can definitely try. Visit their Career website, listed below to check current job postings. Disney park jobs don_t pay very much. You receive excellent and fun perks such as free park admission/main gate pass, which can also be used to get family or friends in for free. The benefits are decent and of course, it is a very fun place to work. But again, the pay can be quite low. So be sure to do your research before you make a big move. Good luck!

Yes! Disney has and always needs lots of workers!! And some of them, but not all, get paid very well! I guess it depends on what your doing (selling food, operating a ride, singing, dancing, performing, hosting) ..

Maybe if you get a job as a waiter/waitress at Disney World. At our recent visit, we tipped at least $25 per meal at the sit down restaurants. One of our waitresses had about 8 tables while we were there so I think she probably does well.

Yes, but right now, they are laying people off at Disney.

What are some great places to shop for clothes around shea?|131726

I am going to shea stadium in NY on Aug. 23 and i wanted to know if there were any good shopping malls for a teenage boy going back to school.

My friend, there are no shops around Shea Stadium. You_ll have to go to the Queens Center Mall, which is located on Woodhaven Blvd.

From Shea, you can take the Manhattan-bound (eastbound) #7 train (Purple Line) to 74th Street-Broadway/Roosevelt Avenue-Jackson Heights.

Once there, transfer to the _G_, _R_ or _V_ trains (Light Green, Yellow or Orange Line Local). Take either eastbound train from Roosevelt Avenue-Jackson Heights to Woodhaven Blvd-Slattery Plaza/Queens Center.

When you exit the subway at Woodhaven Blvd, walk a half block to the mall. You can_t miss it.

Good luck
Native New Yorker

How do I get from Boston Logan Airport to Worcester using Public Transportation?|142824

I will be flying in early on a Friday and I need to take public transportation to Worcester.

Simple. Only one transfer:

1) Take the Silver Line from Logan Airport to South Station.
2) Take a commuter rail train on the Framingham/Worcester line to the Worcester stop.

See below links for more information.

You can take the T from the airport to Alewife Station, and then take a commuter train from Alewife to Worcester. Here is a link to the MBTA website:


http://www.mbta.com/

By taking a bus

Check out Boston_s official site:


http://www.cityofboston.gov/


Good luck!

Take the train from the airport to South Station. At South Station you_ll need to switch to the Commuter Rail, which goes out to Worcester.

How do you use the buses in San Francisco?|116161

Do you just tell the driver where you_re going and then he asks for the correct fare? Or are there machines where you drop your money in?

There are no fare zones for MUNI buses. So, it is a flat $2.00 for 90 minutes in any direction. Simply board and put your money into the slot. The drivers do not handle money and you should have exact change. All they do is give you a transfer on buses.

However, the subway (BART) and commuter rail (Caltrain) systems do have fare zones. In both cases, you_ll have a fare chart posted near the automated ticket machines in every station. You_ll need to know where you_re going to tell the machine to print out the correct amount. The machines - unlike the drivers - are programmed to provide change.

some bus stops have route maps which are color coded and with bus numbers to tell you which bus goes on which route. if you have to change bus routes you get a bus transfer from the bus driver and your on your way or you can go to the main bus station and get a bus route map. not sure of the fare but they have a machine on the bus where you pay

Must have exact change or a pass. There are visitor_s passes which are a really good deal and convenient and cheaper if you plan to stay in town for 1, 3, 7 days. If you pay, you drop it into a machine next to the driver when you board. Driver does not carry change.

Don_t sit in back of the bus. Tell the driver where you are going so he/she can call out the stop or tell you where to get off. I find other passengers really friendly and helpful, too.

It_s $2.00 for adults and $0.75 for people under 18 and older than 65, no matter how far you are going. The ticket usually then is useful for another hour and a half. There_s a machine at the front where you drop your money in.

you need to figure out which one, you can ask the driver. But don;t ask the driver for directions, but the passagener get pissed off when ther bus is not moving.

San Francisco has the best public transportation system in California but you have to know where you are going.

There are fare boxes at the front. You just drop your money in or scan your pass. The fare is either per boarding or per day, so it doesn_t matter how far you_re going.

Where is the best place in Alaska to view the Northern Lights?|107009

Im interested in visiting Alaska sometime during the Spring, and was wondering if the Northern Lights could be seen around that time of the year. Also, are there particular spots in Alaska that are great for viewing them or could be frequently seen? Thanks!

Hello,

I am a professional Alaskan nature photographer. I have a free 13 page guide to viewing and photographing the Northern Lights on my web site, www.northpolegallery.com in the News section.

Fairbanks and north are best - starting about the 1st week of September through the end of March. I advise people to come to Fairbanks the first week of March - it has been historically a good time to view, the weather is good for viewing, and they have the International Ice Carving Festival and dog sled races going on. The ice festival is a good photo op both day and nightime. This time frame works great because if the northern lights are not happening - you still have things to see and do.

Feel free to email me any questions.

Kevin

I live in Palmer, AK and my favorite spot to watch the Northern Lights is from my living room window! Fairbanks is a good place. In fact, Asian folks think that if you conceive a baby during the Northern Lights the baby will have a long and prosperous life. So, many hotels host special rates to draw in the crowds.

Favorite destinations for viewing this phenomenon include Denali National Park and anywhere in Fairbanks.

Spring? you must be here before March 30 to see it, the more northward, the more chance you will see it, but not in metro area.

Where is a good place to travel at the end of April?|166611

We want to travel at the end of April somewhere nice and warm, and we also have a 10 month old baby. Any Ideas?

I would go to Maui. Beautiful weather and it_s such a peaceful place, just right to relax and spend time with your baby!

My family_s going to Cape Coral, Florida on Saturday. Nice, warm and relaxing.

When is the best time of year to get cheaper airfairs to California?|140615

I want to take a trip to California from NY, but I am kinda on a budget! My daughter and grandkids live there. My wife is letting me have the State income tax refund to buy tickets, and for spending money when I get there. So I have to get a good deal on the round trip ticket so I can spoil my grandkids a little. Thanks.

I_m not really sure that there is a time of the year that is best to purchase your airfare. Here are few suggestions. Check with online sites like orbitz, expedia, priceline, etc. These are all online discounters for airfare. Spend some time researching prices before you purchase and check all the online discounters. Also check directly through the airlines, I have found many situations where they are lower than the online discounters. Also watch for advertisements online, in the newspaper, etc. Sometimes they will offer special rates for a certain day, I find this quite often happens.

The best way to make sure you get the lowest price is to check every day for one week. The prices will change each day and this will give you an idea of what day your airline will lower prices. Some do it Monday, others Wednesday and some on both Tuesday and Thursday. So it will take some time, but this will help you get the lowest rate.

Also, be very flexible. If you are willing to spend more time flying and having more layovers, you can get a less expensive flight. You may have 3 or 4 layovers, but if you don_t mind getting in a little later it will save you a lot of money.

I just bought tickets for California in September and I think I paid about $250 dollars per person, with all taxes and fees. This isn_t too bad and it was a pretty good flight, I_m not sure if this is in your budget or not. But I found that the ticket was ten dollars less booking through American than the online discounters.

Also, certain companies will take different discounts. You may find a discount using a AAA card, AARP, teacher discounts, nurse discounts, Sams Club, etc. You can call the companies to see if they take any of these discounts and sometimes they do. Sometimes you won_t even think of a discount they may offer that they have, it just depends what they accept.

You may also want to check with your local AAA office. They may have a lower rate. The only problem is that they add a fee on to the air because they don_t receive commission on the air. I believe they charge $50 for members and a $100 for non-members (I_m not certain on the actual fee, but I think this is close). So if they have a really good deal on the air you may be better off.

I hope this helps. Good luck with getting your air and have a great trip!

The above answer is very good but I would like to add that Jet Blue is a discount airline like Southwest, for longer routes. It doesn_t show up on Orbitz and Expedia, but you can go directly to the JetBlue web site.
http://www.jetblue.com/

Their hub is JFK, so if that is a good airport for you it is worth checking them out. They fly to 7 cities in California nonstop from JFK.

Can you visit the United States with a Canadian Permanent Resident Card?|182637

I want to visit the US but all i have is a Permanent Resident Card. So all I want to know is if it_s possible or not and if yes then what are the conditions and some other important information.

Whether or not you need a visa to enter the U.S. does not depend on your permanent resident status in Canada. It depends on your nationality. If your home country is on the visa waiver list for the U.S., you do not need a visa, but you do need to register for ESTA...see 2nd site below. See 1st site below to see if your country is on the visa waiver list. If your country is not on that list, you will need to apply for a B-2 tourist visa through the nearest American embassy or consulate in Canada. See 3rd site and follow instructions there.

You need a passport and, depending on your nationality, a visa.

Dears, What the difference between luggage room and locker ?|129636

Sorry, but I have do to a silly question: The hostels offers luggage room. Does luggage room take place in the room or not? How funtions the luggage room, my pack can saty there during the day when I go out?

Help me please I never stayed in a hostels and probable I will do!!!

A luggage room is part of the Reception area. It contains luggage belonging to more than one person. Entry to the room is controlled by the hostel receptionist who (usually) accompanies the individual when depositing/collecting their luggage. There is sometimes a charge for use of the room. Your pack can be left there all day (but often not after 8 p.m.)
A locker is a container large enough for a bag for one person who holds the key independently.

a locker is usually a small cabinet that you can store some personal items in, clothes, books etc.... a luggage room is a large room where your suitcases and those cases of others in the hostel will be kept. normally those luggage rooms are very safe and kept under watch of the owners of hostels or hotels so you shouldnt have any problems. its still a safe bet not to leave any valuables in your suitcase though.

Would it work if i moved to los angeles from oklahoma to start my independent life?|137352

Ok heres the thing. When i turn 18 i want to move to l.a. And get an apartment and get a photography job. Or b a model since im 510 and ppl say i shld b a model. I was wondering if its possible to find a job online so i will have one when i arrive there and an apartment online as well.

Coming to LA to _pursue your dream_? It_s a stupid idea. And I can say that because I live here, and see the consequences of the thousands of young people with the same idea, all because they had to _pursue their dream_. Trouble is, 99.99% of them come here unprepared, unrealistic, with no money, no experience, no skills, and no plan.

You seem to be under the fantasy/delusion that you can just show up in _Hollywood_ and be _discovered_. That_s a myth. A fantasy. NEVER happens. EVER.

Want to know how people get _discovered_? It doesn_t just take a week:
1. Go as much experience as you can. That means practice, practice, practice, every day. Most people don_t have the discipline to be any good. Do you have any experience as a photographer? LA is full of experienced photgraphers who are starving. And we have even more _models_.

2. Next, you need contacts. By doing step 1, you_ll start to get contacts. You need them in this town. Because the way you get a contract is when someone in the business hears about you. And they aren_t going to search Hollywood to find you.

3. You need an agent. Because your agent will have your portfolio, your head shot, and he/she_s the one with contacts in this industry. Your agent is the one that gets the calls. Your agent can set up the gigs in the really high profile places.

4. You need money. Money to stay in LA while all this is going on. Money for workshops, camps, and classes while you improve your craft.

Expecting to come to LA and be discovered is unrealistic, and I_m sorry to say, pathetic. Feel free to come visit and enjoy the sights. But generally takes a month or more to make the right contacts so that you can get in on an open mic night.

If you wanted help, you got the best advice anyone can give you at this point. What you choose to do with it is up to you.

. Let_s do the math, shall we?

Coming to Socal out of HS, you_ll make minimum wage, which is currently $8 per hour. If you are lucky enough to get 40 hours per week, that_s 320 per week, or $1280 gross per month. And that_s BEFORE taxes. Take home is probably $910.

Now it_s a hard economic fact that you should spend around 1/3 of your salary on rent or mortgage. One third of $910 is about $300, which is what you can afford.

However, the average rent for a studio/bachelor/single apartment is about $1000, and a 1BR is about $1200. In order to afford that, you need to make at least $3000 per month.

Looks like you_re a little short.

You should have a job before moving ANYWHERE now.
But esp CA. It is in bad financial shape.

And someone to stay with until you find an apartment.
Unless you know someonethere already, there are many bad places to live and hard to know, if youre not from there..


Im worried that you may be too naive. Maybe youre not, but you need to be used to some big metro living...if youre going there on your own.

I lived in LA, and kids come there and get suckered into all kinds of bad things. Thinking they will be in show buxiness and such.

There are many con artists just waiting for kids unsure of where to go, and wanting to get into the glamor business, or acting.
The morgue is packed full of them. Seriously, I know.
Many _stars to be_ end up being owned by pimps.
I dont mean to scare you but this is the reality.
I dont want to see you harmed.

Its a fun place to live, but its 80 miles by 80 miles big. Lots different than Oklahoma. I now live not far from you and its soooo much safer here.
You need to trust no one. You need to visit first before packing it all up.

Cost. Its so expensive in LA, you most likely wont be able to afford an apt on your own. Im not trying to scare you, I just dont want you to end up homeless. There are homeless people all over and some have jobs. Its just rent is too expensive.

I was just looking on Realtor.com. There is nothing under $750 /mo

If you go, stick to the Valley or the coastal area. Hollywood isnt what you see on TV. Be careful there. .
I highly advise you to visit first.

Stay in OK. I live here in LA and trust me, I would rather be in Oklahoma.

Do not move out here. It doesn_t sound like you_re ready for this place. It_s no picnic.

I have actually been to Tulsa so this does not seem like that bad of an idea at all......

Every year towns and some cities get flooded due to spring snow melts, what can be done to stop it?|180547

Both in the USA and Canada their are folks flooded out of their houses by spring melts, unusual storms or swelling rivers. How can the stimulus package help?

What can be done to _stop_ the flooding ?? STOP building on FLOOD PLAINS !!!

Levee_s, Dams, and Flood Channels just DIRECT water... often causing further issues DOWNSTREAM. Just take a look at New Orleans... half the city is reclaimed land, yet they (the city and State of Louisiana) refused to pay the billions it would cost to maintain and upgrade the levees, and now it costs the Federal Government even MORE to pay for their negligence.

YES, there are projects that CAN be built... in certain areas... Japan built a system near Tokyo (Atsugi) that includes underground _tanks_ that are a mile long, half mile wide, and 100 yards deep... to divert flood-waters. Of course, this was built at a cost of over $200 billion.

I WAS impressed during coverage of the Red River flooding... CNN was discussing _invisible walls_. Individual levees of concrete surrounding a structure, and the _gates_ have drop in panels. These systems are in use around the world, and have saved structures... though they are usually paid for by the property owner.

The stimulus package could do nothing against this phenomena. The conservation of our environment and the safety associated with it lies in our own hands, as the looming threat of the global warming grows more, I can only advice those who live there to make sure that they have an inflatable boat on standby, as preparation for floods to come by.

By making sure people like you get an education that the economy has nothing to do with natural disasters.

What are some of the BEST National Parks or other great tourist spots to see in the west?|119124

I_m taking a cross country trip for a month. I plan on all the big parks but was wondering if anyone knows of some real _can_t miss_ places. I_m interested in Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Montana, Wyoming, Montana, Colorado and Calf.

Zion and Bryce Canyon are worth going to, along with Rocky Mountain National Park (downside: lots and lots of people). Lassen NP in Cali is great, and the hike to the top is really nice. Personally, I wouldn_t spend too much time in the national parks. They are definitely gorgeous, but they are often very crowded, unless you hike far away from the parking lots. In Colorado, for instance, there are other parts of the state that are just as nice as RMNP, but with hardly any people. Utah and other places are the same way. If you don_t mind tourists, then go for the NPs...personally, I would rather have the place to myself.

I enjoyed Zion and Bryce canyon. These parks are both in Utah. Zion is more looking up at these mountains and Bryce is looking into a great valley. Really fun for hiking.

You_ve got to see Yellowstone National Park, and Glacier National Park, absolutely breathtaking scenery. Warning though the weather is unpredictable. It snows alot in Yellowstone. If you enjoy beautiful mountain scenery and wildlife, it_s perfect. I loved it, and plan many more trips there.

There are many fantastic parks across the lower 48. The most stunning in the east are Great Smoky Mountains and Everglades National Park.

In the West, the choices become much larger (both literally and in number).

The _big ones_ would be Yosemite, Sequoia, Redwood, Yellowstone, Mt. Rainier, Glacier, Grand Teton, and Olympic. These parks offer fantastic diverse landscapes.

If you are in search of large, rare wildlife(grizzly bears, moose, wolves, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, wolverines), Yellowstone, Grand Teton and Glacier have no peer in the lower 48. If you are searching for the parks with the most intact ecosystems in the lower 48, your answer is Yellowstone and Glacier. If you want the tallest trees, your answer is Redwood National Park and Sequoia National Park.

Don_t forget that in many siutations, the national forests that border the national parks are just as wild and often have far less people. Yellowstone would not be what it is today in terms of huge amounts of wildlfe if it wasn_t for the millions of acres of protected national forest lands that border it.

A site that really covers this in great detail is:


http://www.parkcamper.com/

Yosemite is breathtaking. Accross the Golden Gate Bridge is a park called Muir Woods that is a gem. Huge redwoods.

I enjoy driving through Rocky Mt National park - I usually go in by estes park and go south.

Pikes Peak Cog Railroad

If you catch the edge of South Dakota - Mt Rushmore and my personal favorite Crazy Horse.

Ok, I_ve been to all those states! First of all, the Grand Canyon is an obvious _can_t miss._ It is amazing, and you have to have seen it to believe it. Painted Desert _ Petrified Forest are also places to see.
In Wyoming, you_ve got to see the Grand Tetons, which are some of the most beautiful mountains ever, and are right below Yellowstone. Gosh, Yellowstone is definitlely a _can_t miss._ I can_t describe it; I got an oppurtunity to see the Grand Geyser, which was shocking. Gallons and gallons of the water shot from the earth for 20 minutes! Yellowstone was definitely an AMAZING CAN_T MISS place.
In Montana, definitely Glacier National Park, although that is a little far. Anyway, it_s defintely amazing.
Colorado; Rocky Mountain National Park. You_ll have a chance to experience the Rockies at 14,000 feet. That was definitely an amazing experience, being near the top of the mountain above the tree line. That_s a _can_t miss._ If you_re down in the souther part, check out Mesa Verde, where there are some amazing Indian dwellings.
Utah, Arches National Park is an amazing wonder. Zion National Park also had some amazing rock formations. Also, Bryce Canyon was definitely a wonderful canyon; very unique and just as amazing, although less popular, than the Grand Canyon.
Nevada; you should definitely check out Hoover Dam, which is a manmade wonder. Also, there are small state parks, such as Valley of the Fire, with amazing rock formations and other sights to see.
California; Yosemite is definitely amazing. Don_t miss that, if you_re in the area. Although not quite as amazing; Joshua Tree National Park and Death Valley are also great places to visit.
New Mexico; It_s not on your list, but if you_re there. If you_re in Albuquerque, gosh, go to the Sandia Peak tram. I saw some of the most breathtaking things on Sandia Peak. Also, White Sands is a great _don_t miss if you_re in the area_ place. The desert is full of completely white dunes. But the real _can_t miss_ place is Carlsbad Caverns. That was more than amazing. Gosh, you wouldn_t believe all the cave formations! They are amazing. I can_t begin to describe it, you_ve GOT to go there. And believe me; don_t miss seeing 400,000 bats fly out in a half an hour during the nightly bat flights.
Have a great time on your trip! The best experiences in my life have taken place in those parks!

What is the best way to find short-term / temporary employment amp; housing in the Santa Fe or Taos, NM area?|115861

I_ve thought about moving to the Santa Fe or Taos, NM area for years and I_m planning to spend two or three months there exploring the area because it_s been many years since my last visit. I_ve checked craigslist New Mexico and that_s promising for both job _ housing leads, but I_m wondering if anybody has other suggestions?

I would check with Santa Fe Services or Excel Staffing, they are usually good about temp employment, and you may be able to find apartments that do 3 month leases... Here are some other temp agencies

Hello:

Give Sante Fe Apartment Guide a try at (505) 821-5212. Good luck!


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What is the best and most affordable island to live on in hawaii?Why?|115756

I know they are all really expensive, but which one is less?

I would say that Oahu is the cheapest island to live and work on. You can find jobs more frequently and you have many more stores available to you so competition drives some prices down. Everything more or less comes into Oahu and then spreads out from there and thus the reason for higher costs on the other islands. Hope this helps.

The big island, on the Hilo side. It is rainier over there, but not a very long drive over to Kona where the beaches are gorgeous. Also, Hilo is big enough to have all the conveniences of a city (without being a CITY, if you know what I mean).

oahu is the cheapest island to live on. it_s big so due to the many options, the demand is lower so prices need to be competitive. also, there_s a great bus system, housing is a bit less expensive, and there is a great opportunity for employment

you can get a plate of food in oahu for 8 bucks and for the same exact food, pay 15 in maui...meeehhh!!

How far away is the statue of liberty from Manhattan?|135262

I know this sounds a crazy question, but my husband and i were discussing it earlier and i said it was a short boat ride? Am i right?!

It_s about a mile off of Manhattan. You can see it from land, but you can take a 15 minute ferry ride out to the actual island.

yes my brother went on the boat that takes you thier its about 15 to 20 minutes away

depending where u are in manhatten..but yes the boat ride is less than 1/2 hour right to liberty island. and it is worth the ride. that beautiful lady is one of our backbones of the USA

How far is Manhattan from the statue? Just across the water.

yes about 15 min by ferry

According to Wikipedia, _Liberty Island is 2000 feet (600 m) from Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. By comparison it is 1-5/8 statute miles (2.6 kilometers) from Battery Park in Manhattan, this makes Liberty Island much closer to Jersey City, New Jersey than New York City. The island has a land area of 59,558 square meters, or 14.717 acres, according to the United States Census Bureau._ (See Liberty Island)

This shorter distance from Liberty Island to NJ is the main reason the Supreme Court just a few years ago decided that the Statue is part of Jersey, not NY.

While it is a short boat trip, the line to take that short boat trip can last a few hours--they suggest one leaves an 1.5 hours from the time they arrive in Battery Park to actually be on the boat.

If you want more info about the ferry trip,

http://www.ny.com/cgibin/frame.cgi?url=h��

you can go by car. it isnt a long ride . you will reach a place where there_s a ferry that takes you to the statue in a few minutes. when you make your visit of the small island on which the statue stands, you will take the ferry back to the bank .then take your car to your destination.

It is a short boat ride...you get off the subway at the bowling green station, by the water. Cost about $8...stops first at the Statue of Liberty (about a 20 min. ride) then goes on to Ellis Island, lets people off and on there, back to the Statue to pick people up then back to the shore. It_s a nice, scenic ride.

How hard is it to immigrate to the USA?|152725

I_d absolutely LOVE to move over there from the UK. It_s like a dream.

And i_ve been researching but i_m confused.

Do they only let people in who have degrees?
I know it_s a long process - but how long?
Do you have to apply in the green card lottery? My country isn_t allowed for another 5 years or so?!
Do i have to have a job first? A _good_ job?

It_s so confusing.

Can anyone help me out?
Thanks.

Easy, just walk right over the border.

Honey, if all the Mexicans have to do is jump a fence or swim across a river, then you definitely can do it. You don_t exactly have to have a top of the line job, just be prepared to know a ton of information about how our country works and its history. And with the internet, it_s so easy to do this research. :)

I wish you the best of luck.
I_m sure you will make America a better place.

Very difficult. See web site below. Have you noticed how so many people write in to Answers wanting to immigrate to the U.S from the U.K. and to the U.K. from the U.S.? It is very difficult to do either way. I hate to discourage anyone from following their dreams, but since this particular dream is sooo vey difficult to fullfill, I would encourage you to examine the reasons you want to make this change, and see what others things you can do to meet your goals in life.

What are the best places to camp in arkansas or texas?|112975

Im looking for a great fun place to camp that has water, and hiking trails. i perfer mountains or hills. My favorite place to camp has been yosemite but this time im looking for somewhere nearby.

I think this is what you are looking for
http://americantrails.org/resources/wate��
or this
http://yellowstoneholiday.com/

How much money should i bring for my trip to North Carolina?|168752

in august and were going to wet and wild and a big mall.

$186.23

Are you going fishing? Start in Raleigh, go to Kitty Hawk by way of Wilson - stop at Bill_s Barbecue - THE most authentic southern barbecue and trimmings in existence.
If you are going to the mountains - just go to Asheville and follow your nose - think _Deliverance_ -- money - just bring an ATM card, Gas Card, and, about 200 in cash in ones and fives for tips. Why go to a mall? Ever!

I know quite a few relatives of mine who live in North Carolina, and when my relatives from other states visit, they probably bring around $150-$300. (Remember, you need money for gas if you_re driving, and you might want to have extra money just in case.)

I_m guessing you are going to the beach? Are you going to myrtle beach (which is in SC) or wilmington?

It depends on how much you want to buy, i live at the beach in NC and the water parks can get kind of expensive, so just come prepared.

hope this helps
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Uh, well it depends how old you are, if you_re supporting yourself for food, and how much you shop. Specify please.

Maybe like 400 to 500 dollars.

don_t forget your atm card and a credit card for emergencies only

200 bucks

400 million that way you wont run out

I live in NC. All you need is about 200-250. There_s nothing here you_d want that they don_t already have where you live!

bout $500 I live in NC I would never visit here lol

depends how long u stayin but bout 400, 500 dollars

My husband and I would like to get away for a romantic weekend?|137827

My husband and I would like to get away for a romantic weekend but we don_t have alot of money, does anyone know of somewhere close to Atlanta that we could go? We have 4 kids and we want to go on a second honeymoon to celebrate our 16th Anniversary. Thanks in advance!

For bargains, check out Travelocity and Expedia. They have great packages for all budgets. Sorry, but I_m not familiar with the Atlanta area, but do checkout the online travel websites for bargains. This is a good time of year to travel b/c i think deals abound. Happy Anniversary!

Hi

Have you considered Cruise Vacation? There are Discount Cruise available just like there are Discount Stores....

There are many options if you start to look around.... visit

http://www.klikks.com/discount_cruise


You will never forget this wonderful vacation - one of a kind!!

Is it possible to rent a hotel near Six Flags when everyone is of age 18?|148339

A couple of friends and I are heading to Six Flags for the weekend, and we_re trying to rent hotels/motels/inns in the area to stay overnight. Are there any places in the area that would let 18 year old stay?

I would try calling like a red roof inn or something like that. Some hole in the wall place. You aren_t going to get a 4 star hotel because most of them have mini-bars and it_s too much of a pain in the ars to make sure that you don_t open the mini-bar, make sure you don_t order alcohol through room service, or at the bar itself. Go with the like, at max, 80 room properties. Don_t book through Hotels.com like the idiot above me said. The hotel has every right to refuse you when you_re trying to check in. You won_t be charged for the room (more than likely) but you can be. Also, you_ll be in the same situation you are now.... stuck with nowhere to go. :-p

You are an adult now. Sure. All hotels should if they want business.

Check Hotels.com.

What is the new hot spot for clubbing and dining in vegas?|102275

What is the new hot spot for clubbing and dining in vegas?

The newest and hottest Vegas clubs:

XS - At Encore, absolutely amazing. I recommend industry night; Mondays.
The Rose - At Mandalay Bay, opens in a couple weeks.

But the ones everybody is excited about are these; opening December 31st 2009:
Haze at Aria
Vanity at Hard Rock
Eve at City Center

The palms is amazing, they have some of the best restraunts and they have the playboy club which is real popular

The venition is so cool there are some of the best clubs and restaurants.

Red Rock which is off the strip has a nice club called cherry and they have a great sushi place and italian.

Mandalay Bay has Rum Jungle, which is a really neat club in THE hotel there is mix.

Basicly all the hotels now have clubs so just roam around and look on each hotels sites.

I would avoid the Hard Rock its very crowded and is extremely small so its pretty annoying.

The hottest club right now is XS in Encore. That place is huge and still manages to get overcrowded quite often. If you_re looking to go here, be prepared to pay for a table to enjoy it or else you_ll find yourself rubbing your body against total strangers everywhere you go!

Vegas, by definition, is the place to go clubbing. theres no specific place. You just bar hop till you find yourself somewhere you enjoy best

How much would you estimate it would cost to vacation in Maryland around october?|128938

I was wanting to fly from tallahasse, fl to Maryland and stay for a weekend and fly back. How much do you think that would cost? It would probably be just me.
Thanks for any answers!

There_s a really wide range of answers to that question - are you looking to fly first class and stay at a high end hotel in the Inner Harbor in Baltimore during a prime weekend with the Yankees or Ravens in town, or are you looking to fly on Southwest on off peak days, and stay at an Econolodge in a rural town on the Eastern Shore? These things are different by a factor of 10.

Assuming a _normal_ trip to a non-boring location, I_d budget around $300 for a plane ticket, $100/nt for 2 nights hotel, $100 for a rental car and gas, $50/day for 3 days meals, and another $150 for incidentals. Call it $900.

How difficult is it to get a taxi from JFK to Manhattan on July 4th?|149463

I_m told that because it_s Independence Day, a significant amount of drivers take the day off, and so it can be difficult to get a taxi. Also, I_m told that on Independence Day it can take longer to get into Manhattan than usual.

Is this true, what problems may I encounter?

Not that I want to correct SVincent but there is no bus at JFK that will take you directly to Manhattan for only $2.00.

But it will be quite difficult to get a cab at the airport (everyone is coming in for the fireworks). Trust me - with all the people coming in, taxi drives will not be taking the day off.

Your best bet: Take the subway:

Take the AirtTrain to the Howard Beach station. Then take a Manhattan bound A train to Manahhtan (since you didn_t indicate where in Manhattan you are going, I can_t advise further).

The AirTrain fare is $5 and the subway $2. When you get to the Howard Beach AirTrain station you will see MetroCard vending machines. There are people in maroon vests who will assist you should you need it. Purchase a $7.00 MetroCard and the proceed to the turnstiles marked NYC Subway. When you get thru the turnstiles go to the left and take the elevator or escalator down to the subway platform. The A train runs about every 16 minutes. Take the A into Manhattan, you can change to other subway line at various points at no extra cost if that will get you closer to where you want to go.

Note: If you will be returning to JFK you may wanyt to buy two $7.00 MetroCards or put $14.00 onto one. That way you_ll save time for the return trip.

Review the NYC subway map online to get a better idea of how to get to your destination. You can get a hard copy of the subway map at the Howard Beach station. Just ask the people in the maroon vests.


http://www.mta.info/nyct/maps/submap.htm

It most certainly can!!!! Your best bet is to travel by bus from the airport to Manhattan. WHy? Safer, easier and _LESS EXPENSIVE_!!!! The bus may run you...$2.00, but the cab maybe $45.00!! Big difference. Just do yourself and your pockets the favor on that day! Take the bus, lol! You_ll thank me later...

Try Licking Your Elbow

How do I get from Sahara Hotel in the strip (Las Vegas) to Greyhound central bus station in Las Vegas?|199495

What_s the duration? and the rates?

take a cab ... only about a five minute drive if that. Might cost less than 10 bucks.

Take the Deuce (bus) to Fremont Street. Walk about 3 blocks on Fremont to the Plaza. The Greyhound station is next to the Plaza.

The Deuce bus fare is only $2. It takes a little longer then a taxi but much cheaper. You can take luggage on the Deuce if it_s not crowded. The other route you could take is the 108 that runs on Sahara to the downtown transit center. You would a little farther walk but it wouldn_t be as crowded.

You could take a cab, or a city bus to the Greyhound station. The cab driver will know the way. You could also ask the desk clerk at the hotel for directions to the Station. As for duration and rates...you will have to ask those that are in the know like the desk clerk again...or call whom ever it is that you want their rates like Greyhound for their rates, or the cab company or the city transit...your question is a bit vague on this issue.

Greyhound is located Downtown next to the Plaza. The Sahara is the north end of The Strip. You can take a cab or ride a bus to Downtown, then walk to Plaza. Bus rides are $2 one trip or $5 per day. Cabs are more $. The walk will take you about 15 minutes, not that far.

TAKE THE CAT BUS TO THE DOWNTOWN STATION, WALK TO MAIN STREET AND SOUTH TO THE STATION...(NEXT TO THE PLAZA HOTEL) OR IF YOU HAVE NO LUGGAGE, JUST WALK IT, IT_S ONLY ABOUT A MILE OR SO!!!

Just travel north on Las Vegas BLVD to downtown turn left on ogden and right on main street to the Plaza Hotel

Gee, have you heard of the Internet, Mapquest, Yahoo Maps, or Google Maps?

Take a cab.

How long will it take me to drive from the Houston main airport to the University of Houston?|149944

And How much will it cost me to rent a car in Houston for 4 days?, nothing fancy, the most regular car.

I agree with most of the previous statements posted,it all depends on the time of day.
You will save some time getting there by taking the Hardy Toll Road south to Loop 610 West to 45 South.Ask the rental car folks how to get there from the airport,it_s very close to the airport.Just look on Mapquest
You would be better off renting a car because that about an 15-20 mile trip.Houston is very spread out,plus you will be able to go check out other things if you have the time.
A good route going back to the airport during _rush hour_is to go US 59 (East Tex Freeway) north,exit Will Clayton Parkway.Turn left _ takes you straight to the airport.
Wear cool clothing it is very hot here already.

Times listed above(by txhypnotist) are good numbers with light to moderate traffic. If you hit rush hour then double them. You should be able to get a rental car for 20 a day if you shop around, and cabs are excessively expensive you would be better off renting a car.

Their are three Houston Campus locations.

U of H Downtown, 30 mins from IAH Air port, 30 mins from Hobbie air port

U of H Central, 45 mins from IAH airport, 15 mins from Hobbie airport

U of H Clear Lake, 1 hr from IAH, 35 mins from Hobbie airport.

it took me about 15mintues depends on the traffic....

If you take 45-south, depending on the time of day it can take anywhere from 25-50 min. A car rental should not be that bad, depending on whether you are under or over 25, look for it to cost about 100 dollars.

It really depends on the traffic .Check out hertz for rental car prices ..

45 mins freeway
100 dollars

10-25 min

What are some fun things to do while visiting seattle?|124345

I used to live there and we always go back there during the summer. But this year i_m bringing my friend and she wants to do everything like the zoo, aquarium, downtown, the market, and the space needle. But I want to know of fun stuff that you normally wouldn_t think of. Do you think you could help?

I like going down to the Center for Wooden Boats on Lake Union and renting a rowboat to get out on the water. It isn_t cheap, but it_s lots of fun and you get a unique view of the city. If you are willing to row a bit, you can get a waterside view of some of the houseboats on the lake as well.

Take a tour of Underground Seattle. It is plenty of fun. Also, visit Seattle_s many coffee houses. They have delicous coffee and you can meet many interesting people.

not go to the strip club, my unit mobilized out of there for this deployment and the strip clubs dont even serve booze. what a waste!

You could Ride the Ducks!

Do my family and I need visas to go to disneyland florida from ireland?|115457

I have been looking at holidays they all say passports which I already knew but it don_t say if we need visas.
Thanks in advance for replies.

No you will need a passport but not a visas unless your paling on staying for more then three months but i would check with the airport and stuff before just to make sure. Have fun at Disneyland It will be a lot of fun for your family and you

Ireland participates in the US Visa Waiver Program, which (assuming you_re Irish) means you can visit the US for up to 90 days without a visa.

Before you travel, you must now complete an application using the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) at
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/.

you only need a visa if you plan on staying for 3 months or more.

if it just says passport then you just need your rpassport.

Nope :)

you always need a visa to go to the us from ireland dont you

What is the legal age to rent a house in Washington State?|115352

I_m writing a story and I would like to know what the legal age to rent a house is in Washington (state). I know that the legal age to drink alcohol is 21, but what_s the legal age to rent a house. Because in Australia (where I_m from) you can drink at 18, but rent at 16. If you could help me, that would be much appreciated.

18, unless you are an emancipated minor and you have consent from a legal guardian.

What is the best way to save some money while traveling?|102938

I will be driving to Colorado from Wisconsin and then back and am wondering what some folks do to save some $$ with out eating mustard sandwiches on there car travels across several states.

We usually eat breakfasts out ---cheapest and can be a substantial appetite suppressant, allowing you to eat a light lunch (buy staples at grocery and keep in an ice chest. Keeping a stash of celery, carrots, fresh fruit, and sandwich makings) Dinner can be a nice salad --that you can easily prepare at a camppground, park, or rest stop). A necessity is a small propane stove...allowing you to boil eggs (that you can keep peeled _ cold in plastic sndwich bags in ice chest), make pasta, make coffee/tea. Buying drinks/snack foods at convenience stores will make your wallet shrink at mach speed.

I am a big fan of food from home - always do it. Have cooler, will travel. Make ahead muffins, cold drinks, sandwiches you make yourself, cooked chicken, fresh fruit, dry cereal. All it takes is a fresh bag of ice to keep things cold. You can go into any store and buy a few staples, make those sand. on the way. Ask for 4 slices of lunch meat at the deli, buy 1 roll, people do it all the time

the best way is not to travel.

If you do actually have the money for the trip then just ignore this post. My answer isn_t for upstanding citizens. It_s for one who will get there by any means necessary.

Get a fish tank water pump or something similar and pump gas out of other peoples cars along the way to save on gas.

Stop at Dunkin_ Donuts and Pizza Places along the way get food out of the dumpsters behind them. They throw away perfectly good food if it doesn_t sell that day. Sometimes the pizza is still hot and they_re all in a pizza boxes so it_s not like they were contaminated or anything.

Of course, I don_t know how much money you need to save but there_s been times that I_ve been broke and absolutely had to get my self and a small group of others across the country. And we learned many tricks for staying on the road.

you dont have ot eat mustard sandwiches but you can save alot of money by not eating in restaurants and buying food from the supermarket,, cold cuts,bread,fruit,soda, instead of ordering the food ata restaurant

stay home

Stay in State Parks or KOAs rather than hotels. Learn to cook something besides mustard sandwiches and you can save a ton of money by not eating in restaurants.

sycho don_t travel

If you insist on eating out the best thing is to have a big breakfast or sleep in and skip it. If you skip it than have a big lunch because the meals are far cheaper than dinner meals. At dinner time get something small like a burger or salad! Also be sure to pack a cooler with your own water; juice; soda and snacks!

Drive

What are black out periods in a theme park?|199676

In my last question I asked about the Universal Studios Season Pass and what it has to offer. In an answer someone referred to a black out period when explaining the signifigance of a season/_Power Pass_. If someone could explain a black out period that would be amazing!

Black out periods are times when you cannot use your pass to gain admission to the parks. For example, an annual pass is good all year, 365 days per year. The theme parks usually will _black out_ seasonal passes at times like Spring Break, Summer, and Christmas/New Years.

Here is a link to a calendar with the dates for 2009 when you cannot use a power pass.


http://www.universalorlando.com/annualpa��

A blackout period is a chunk of days (often holidays and other times when the attractions will be in high demand) where free/discount passes are not honoured.

those are days when the park is closed to the general public.

How safe is the neighborhood around the White Flint metro station in the dc area?|146681

I want to move to a department there (the wentworth) located 3 minutes from the metro station and I want to know how safe is the neighborhood, if you think it_s worthy to live around there or it is too far from downtown dc. If you have comments about the building itself, even better!
thanks

It is very safe. That is an area of high end stores, condos and apts. There is an upscale Harris Teeter grocery store and a Giant nearby. They are also building a new shopping complex that will include a large Whole Foods. There are new plans for that area and prices will go up. I don_t know anything about that particular building but it should be nice since it_s new. There is also a concert hall called Strathmore nearby. The symphony and other musical events appear there.

It is really far. Honestly, there are really no _safe_ neighborhoods in or around DC. if you live near the city, especially around businesses, there is always a risk of crime. because the city is so small, criminals can easily get to rich neighborhoods to rob people. white flint isn_t a dangerous area, but always be cautious :-)

Anyone who calls an apartment a _department_ wouldn_t fit in! Try South East DC

It is safe, Good luck!

What is the best hotel outside Disneyland in Anaheim,california?|102268

I went to Disneyworld last year from Japan and had a great time.
So I want to go to Disneyland next year but I_ve heard DL doesn_t have value hotels as WDW has.
I want to stay as value as possible.
What hotel do you think the best considering rate,location,safety,confort,etc?
And how can I book it?

Hi again, go to www.hotelsdisneyland.com. Click on Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels. One that I stayed in was Ramada Inn Maingate - Anaheim but anything close to that on South Harbor Blvd will put you at a close distance to Disneyland.
*There are no value resorts in Disneyland as someone mentioned. There are three hotels on the property and they are not value.

Disneyland has 3 value hotels but that does not mean they are better deals. Around Disneyland, you have more choices of hotels to choose from and much cheaper than WDW.

A few of these hotels are also across the street from, the park entrance.

http://www.socalthemeparks.com/disneylan��

http://europesworld.info/

Is it possible to enjoy the san diego wild park and zoo in one day?|199007

Also any tips on which one to go to first and any other info or tips?

The Wild Animal Park is actually 40 minutes or so north of San Diego near the city of Escondido. This would make it difficult to enjoy doing both places in one day.

Tips:
If you like wine, stop at Orfilia Cellars for wine tasting. It_s on the way to the Wild Animal Park. You can get a free coupon for wine tasting and a free logo glass at this website:
http://www.cheers2wine.com/free-wine-tas��


Be sure to take the bus tour at the Zoo. It is a 45 minute tour that takes you to 75% of the exhibits. You can ride it over and over again if you want.

If you don_t spend the entire day at the zoo, use the rest of the day to explore Balboa Park. You can catch a free trolley that will take you to the different places in the park. There are lots of gardens and museums to visit. For more info on Balboa Park visit:
http://www.sandiego-romantics.com/balboa��


Have fun!

I tried to see the San Diego Zoo in one day a couple years
ago. Actually, I tried to do it in 1/2 day - but to do that I had to sort of rush through it. And then I was exhausted.

I_d suggest a whole day at the Zoo - that way you can take your time and enjoy it.

I recommend the SkyTram if you need to get from one end of the zoo to the other - not only is it quicker, you won_t wear out your feet as fast.

I am a member of the Zoological society and I wouldn_t even bother with the Wild Animal Park this time of year. The lines are so long, and you see the same stuff at the Wild Animal Park that you see at the zoo. I went a month ago, and left after just 30 minutes because of the relentless heat, lack of shade and crowds. If you have been to Busch Gardens in Tampa, that is what the WAP is like, without the rides.

You can do both in a day no problem.
Get to the Wap when it opens at 9:00am, you can take the tram and the Journey to Africa and see some of the shows.
Blow out of there at about 2:00. The Zoo is about 50 minutes south. Take I-15 South to the 163 South, exit at Park Blvd. Bust a left on Park Blvd. then another left on Zoo Place. Should be about 3:00 when you hit the turnstyle. You can take the double decker bus tour inside the park and hang around till they kick you out at 9:00pm The Zoo stays open till 9:00 in the summer. www.sandiegozoo.org

Not possible at all. Both parks are an all day activity. And besides they are about 30 miles apart. I personally will visit the San Diego Zoo first.
More information here
http://www.socalthemeparks.com/theme-par��


Here are some deals and coupons to both parks

http://www.socalthemeparks.com/special-d��

not really, They are both all day things. If you have kids i would pick the wild animal park. If its just you and your gf or wife i would pick the zoo.

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Go in the morning to each one, but not on the same day. No it is not possible.

No, because they aren_t close to each other and they both take all day to see.

nope - you have to do one at a time.

I like the Zoo better.

Both? Nope..... They are both full day events..... Either one is fine to go first.... they are differnt....

Where is the nearest shop to Wynn Las Vegas for bottled water and potato chips?|119718

I_m going to be staying at the Wynn, when I arrive I_ll need to stock up on snacks and water, but pay a reasonable price! Is there a CVS or something nearby? Some precise directions would really help. Thanks.

Walk across the strip to Fashion Show Mall there are a couple of ABC Stores there that are fairly reasonably priced and very close, one bridge no streets to cross. And the CVS up the road is also a good answer.

Yes there_s a CVS and Wallgreens in the immediate area. No more than a 2 block walk. Surprise. Sometimes in the resort convenience store cigarettes and water are just as cheap as in a retail store. THey get you on a newspaper will doubel the price at times.

have a great trip

There_s a CVS just up the strip past the Riviera and Circus Circus. It_s a short hike. When you come out on the strip take a right. 2700 Las Vegas Blvd.

I_m sure there is a gift shop in hotel if you want to buy a 7$ bag of chips. Other then that, the CVS up the street is the best option.

I was there in August (so bottled water was a top priority) and I seem to recall Walgreens being very close to the Wynn. Have fun and good luck!

What are fun things to do in the car on a roadtrip?|112083

My friend and i will be in the back seat of my parents car for 9 and a half hours! What to do?

play slug bug....
play corvette.....
basically name the car person with the most at the end of the trip wins!!!
ipod....
portable dvd player.... or ipod with moveis.
portable video games.... psp, nintendo ds, gameboy ect.
awesome snack food.... and energy drinks.
funny comedians on ipod play through car speekers...

hope that helps!

have fun!!

you can listen to your iPod. watch T.V. if you hook up one and then in that case play some video games. then you can play i spy. or one of the best options if your not talking to anyone or have a laptop and are on the computer. talk to someone on the phone. thats what i do. and its fun. and then if not that, SLEEP. i mean thas what i do and i_ve drove to Colorado and Florida and those take several days to get to by driving. you_ll find something to do

I_ve played a game where you start with the letter _A_ and try to find it on road signs, then do _B_, then _C_, etc and see who can find all 26 letters in order first. Also: card games! Like a few 2 player ones are speed, ers, and any others. :D I hope that helps, have fun

When is disneyland the least crowded during Christmas Break?|198609

My family is going on a vacation to California during the Christmas Holidays and we want to know when it is the best time to go during them. We are also planning on going Six Flags: Magic Mountain and Universal Studios. When are those parks the least crowded. Are they more popular than Disneyland?

the best is on Super bowl Sunday. But if you must go on Christmas break try a Wednesday.

All the theme parks are usually crowded during Christmas break. I used to go with my friends all the time.

I would say during the week for sure... never on a weekend. A tuesday or Wednesday would probably be the best time to go.

Disneyland is probably the most popular of them all. It has 2 theme parks. Disneyland and California Adventure. Magic mountain is fun but far! Knotts berry farm isn_t all that exciting! Universal studios is probaby the least crowded place of them all! It_s not as popular anymore. Not much to do... good for a half a day. I find City walk (it_s right next to the entrance of universal studios) to be more exciting. Lots of restaurants, shops, and a movie theatre.

All of those places are great to go to if you_ve never been! Of course visit them at least once. Beware all of those places are super expensive. So if you want to save money... go to a near by market and pick up some lunch stuff to pack up for the day. If not, then spend away!

Hope that helped!

Never!

I_ve beeen to Disney Land during christmas. Its very very cold and crowded, but their christmas parades are great to watch!

Disneyland is the most popular park of the ones you mentioned. The least crowded month for Disneyland is traditionally February.

Six Flags will probably be relatively uncrowded during Xmas. They are most crowded during summer. I don_t know about Universal, but I expect it will also be less crowded at Xmas than in summer.

Call the parks and talk to guest relations. They might be able to share this info with you.

There won_t be a time when this park isn_t crowded.....if you want the least crowded days go during the week when parents have to work but that_s still not going to exclude you from all the crowds.

As far are Six Flags and Universal Studios, the same rule applies. They are less popular but still busy nonetheless!

Have a great time!

Disneyland is crowded no matter when you go. But try the week before Christmas. It shouldn_t be as crowded as the week of Christmas.
Magic Mountain and Universal Studios will be crowded too.
But try going to them Tues-Thurs. It won_t be a bad as going on the mon, fri or the weekend.

Have a great time.

For Disneyland it really depends on when your Christmas Break is. The best time will be weekdays in the early part of December. After about the 17th it will start to get really busy, with the height of the crowds hitting from about the 21st through New Year.

Six Flags and Universal are not as popular as Disneyland. But even here the week between Christmas and New Years will be the busiest, but still more manageable than Disneyland.

Where are there cliffs in south carolina on the coast of the ocean?|196519

I want to get married on a cliff, but im having trouble finding one in south carolina. I want one thats overlooking the ocean. Id like some pictures and stuff too so i know what im dealing with.

I do not think you will find any cliffs in South Carolina. It is mainly flat...
Go up the coast north and see...

None in South but in North Carolina about the middle they have some.

What are some fun things to do in Santa Monica (and surrounding areas) if your a teen?|131916

What are some fun things to do in Santa Monica (and surrounding areas) if your a teen?
I_m going with my dad, and i want to know some fun things we could do in santa monica and surrounding areas that wouldn_t be totally lame.

Beach, pier thats about it.

Definitely check out the Santa Monica pier

It_s super cute
and its totally what people picture when they think of the beach in California

also, there_s GREAT shopping
i think it_s on 8th street or something?
but i_m not positive
its pretty close to the pier

3rd street promenade on a friday or saturday night. Lots of stores and crazy people performing.

What would be a good resort to stay at for our first Walt Disney vacation?|116830

My wife and I are taking our two daughters to Disney in Orlando for the first time. The girls ages are 6 and 3. We are overwhelmed with the variety of resorts and different types of entertainment to choose from. Any suggestions and past experiences would be helpful.

I have been to Disney World 6 times. 5 of them were with my children. I have stayed at Boardwalk Inn, Port Orleans, and Allstar movies. We loved the Allstar movies. We stayed there 3 times. It is considered a budget resort but it is great for the kids. the rooms are decorated in the disney movies. they have so much for them to do right at the resort. After staying at Port Orleans and Boardwalk we tried the Allstar Movies and saved money. the kids had more fun plus we had more money to buy them things with. Port Orleans is a wonderful place to stay without kids.
You really can_t go wrong with any of the resorts. I just realized that the kids were happier for cheaper.

I own a timeshare at Westgate Town Center. We have 7 kids and this by far was the best investment I_ve ever made. The resort has so much to do that the kids forget about Disney Parks and the others. I would suggest doing a timeshare presentation and staying at one of their locations. You can even get discount tickets to the theme parks. Have a good trip!!

for that age, it is worth staying at one of the monorail hotels---it made our trip so convenient--we stay at the polynesian---contemporary and grand floridian are on the monorail loop~~~

I would go for the Grand Floridian, Polynesian or Animal Kingdom Lodge. If your girls are _Disney princess_ fans, the Grand Floridian is probably your best bet. If they love animals, try AKL. Many of their rooms offer views of the safari, and there are many viewing areas around the resort as well.

Just look at all the options, we have just returned from a great holiday and we stayed in a private villa excellent value and our own pool/jacuzzi, everything we wanted and our own time to do what we wanted, take a look at www.a1floridavilla.com great location etc.

Personally, I think the on-site hotels are great because in the middle of the day you can go back to your room for a nap/snack. Trying to do the parks all day every day will be very tiring for them - and overstimulating. Unless you have a ton of money to spend, I think the deluxe hotels are a waste of money. Sure, they are luxurious, but your girls aren_t going to remember staying in the Grand Floridian. My suggestion: stay in a value resort - they are colorful and fun and probably will be much more fun for the kids. They really only need a bed and perhaps a pool to have a great time.

As the others have stated, there are many choices. It really depends on your family. You need to ask yourself some basic questions. What is your budget? The answer to this question will certainly narrow your selection process. How much time do you plan to spend in the room or at the resort? If you are not planning too much time in the room or at the resort, a value or moderate resort makes more sense. If you are going to be spending time at the resort, you may want to go with a deluxe. Are hotel amenities important to you? If so, go deluxe.
We have stayed at several of the resorts and they all had good and bad qualities. We love the Polynesian because it is so close to the Magic Kingdom and it is fun.
Since this is your first trip I would recommend using a Disney planning service. We have used
www.custommouseplans.com
and we loved them! The created our itinerary and touring plans and that made a huge difference! We got to do soooo much more than we would have without the plans and we still got plenty of downtime to relax. With their plans we never waited more than 10 minutes for any ride even on New Year_s Day!
Have fun on your first trip!

The best value resort is Pop Century. It is the newest and has the best pools and food court area. It has 3 pools and a splash pad area (like the sprinklers that shoot up from the ground for kids to run round in). Value resorts also have the cheapest prices for food on the resort.

Moderate is a good choice if you are looking for a bit more out of the hotel but without paying deluxe prices. Moderates have sit down restuarants as well as food courts. Skip Caribbean Beach for now - it is going through renovations. Coronodo is the convention hotel. The best moderate is Port Orleans - Riverside. You can stay in Alligator bayou (which comes with the regular 2 beds and a trundle bed...so more sleeping space) or the Mansions. The themed pool there is Old Man Island and it has the water slide that my kids LOVE! Also a playground and fishing hole. There are boat rentals, surrey bike rentals, and horse drawn carriages. There is also a water shuttle (free) that will take you to Port Orleans - French Quarter (5 minutes away) where you can get off and enjoy their dragon themed pool with a slide that is the tongue of the dragon...or you can take another water shuttle (free) all the way to downtown disney shopping and restaurants.

If you plan to spend almost all your time in parks...go ahead and stay value. But they are a bit more crowded feeling and noisier than the moderates. If you want downtime for naps and swimming and all that - go moderate.

Deluxe is hard to justify unless you have plenty of money. They are fantastic hotels...but you could just about plan a vacation to do just the hotel and skip the parks...LOL! The food there cost the most too...so really is cost _deluxe_ prices for everything.

If you_re on a budget, definitely POP Century. I have stayed there over 10 times and it is great! Very clean, fast transportation to Hollywood Studios _ EPCOT, and nice ammenities (restaurant, gift shop, pool, grounds). It is only considered a budget resort because of price, as it is far from cut rate.

If money is no object, the Animal Kingdom Lodge or the Wilderness Lodge are both excellent resorts. For your first visit, I would reccommend the Wilderness Lodge, as it is closer to the Magic Kingdom (a ferry ride can take you there in 15 minutes).

Since you will be spending very little time in the room, POP Century is the way to go.