How much money should i take for almost 3 weeks in Florida?|119890

In 2 days i am leaving for florida. We are staying in a beach condo in Siesta Key for 1 week 6 days. Then we are going to Orlando and going to Discovery Cove. I am only 16 so i dont have to buy food and all that stuff. This wont be my first time. It will be my 5th or 6th to Siesta. Never been to Discovery Cove before though.

How much money do you think i should take?

Well since all you have to do is bring spending money, that makes it a lot easier on you!

Orlando has some great shopping- make sure to save money for the outlets. You could easily spend $500.00 and get a whole bunch of awesome clothes, shoes, and accessories.
Orlando also has a couple nice malls - The Florida Mall and Mall at Milenia. Both have stores like Abercrombie, Hollister, American Eagle, big department stores, journeys etc, although I would save journeys for the outlets.

Remember to save money to buy things at the theme parks. It can get pricey so make sure you buy things that you only want. I would put aside around $100 for that.

So all in all, I would say around $700 would be plenty depending on what you buy and where you shop! Remember Target has some really cute bathing suites and pyjama shorts, and Shoe Carnival has great deals on shoes (there is on in Kissimmee right beside Target and an old-fashioned A_W)

Have an awesome trip!

25 hundred dollars.

ALOT

even though i don_t have that kind of money 3 weeks is like 1,000 to 2,000 dollars!

I would take at least $2,000

What is the best way to apply for jobs across country.?|186178

I live in Washington state, and I am moving to Buffalo, NY. I am not very old so I dont have a spectacular resume or anything but I am a good worker and I do have many skills. I have tried to apply for some jobs over there but no one will even respond! I want to have a job lined up before I go.

Apply on-line. Most if not all corporations have a website and they will have careers listed on-line and guidelines for applying on-line. Include in your cover letter that you are relocating to that area so they know you will be in the area, many companies don_t like to hire people who are not local except for very high end jobs, then often they are hiring them away form a competitor and paying for them to relocate. Most lower level jobs don_t pay you to relocate so companies will shy away from out of town applicants. It might get easier once you have a local address also, then you can put it on your resume and use your current out of town address for a mailing address.

www.monster.com

What is the temperature usually like in fort lauderdale Florida in december?|185488

Im going for christmas, and im really hoping to get a tan! Will i be dissapointed with chilly rainy days?

Well, you can most certainly get a tan with our December sun here in Fort Lauderdale. Most of the time, the weather is excellent. Sunny and 78-82 degrees. But there are times when we_ll have a two or three day period of cooler or wetter weather. We have no clue what the weather will be for Christmas, so cross your fingers and let_s hope it works out just the way you wish.

Well in December it_s one of the best that it gets in Ft. Lauderdale and the broward county area. The best temperature/climate/weather in south florida is in Miami and the Miami-Dade County area. In Ft. Lauderdale and broward county, it_s more humid and sticky and you sweat a lot more and easier. The sun is unbearable most of the time, that you don_t want to anywhere outside that the sun can hit you. In Miami and Miami-Dade County, it_s more fresh and you actually want to be outside, it_s not as humid as Ft. Lauderdale/broward county, but in truth it_s rarely humid that you can_t stand it, all of Florida in generally is _humid_, but in Miami/Miami-Dade County it doesn_t bother you, it_s really the best temperature/climate/weather in Florida. It never gets sticky and if it ever does you don_t notice it because it doesn_t bother you and you rarely sweat (it really also depends on the person) but I have only sweated twice and it was because I was running. The _cold_ in Florida is also better in Miami, right now in south florida, it_s chilly but you can always get a tan as long as the sun is out. The rain is also worse in ft.lauderdale, I couldn_t stand living in Ft. lauderdale and other parts in broward county (it_s the way that it is, like the temperature, etc is different in different places in California even though, they_re in the same state) But yes, I recommed Miami/Miami-Dade County, not just for the temperature/climate/weather, but for everything else, beaches, nightlife, city(downtown, and midtown only found in Miami) and the infinity other things only found in Miami.

it doesn_t usaually get to cold here but its alwats best to check what the weather is going to be like when your here because sometimes its hot and sunny and other times rainy and cold!!

60_s-70_s

Today was sunny _ in the low 80_s.

How much would the cost be for two adults to stay for a weekend at disney world?|154375

My boyfriend and I really want to visit Disney World this spring. We_re interested in staying a weekend but would like to know the average cost. Do all parks cost separate? We do not want a dining plan and would like to stay close, if not in one of the resorts.

Value Resorts are the cheapest on Disney property but you receive the same perks there as people staying in Deluxe resorts.

Base tickets are tickets that allow admission for one person to one park per day. If you are only going to be there for 2 days I wouldn_t recommend a Hopper... there wouldn_t be enough time to make it worthwhile.

Total = $542.50
Fri and Sat night at Disney_s All-Star Music resort in a Standard Room
2 - 2 day Magic Your Way tickets to the theme parks (1 park per person for 2 days each)

If you stay at the Pop it will cost $100 most each night.
Hotel= $200 before taxes

Food can be cheap if you bring breakfast items with you.
Food= $50 a day for each person.

You can be individual tickets for each park which cost about $75 each adult for one day pass or buy two day passes in one which could be a little cheaper. If you want a park hopper option added to your pass it could cost up to $50 more per persons ticket. This allows you to bounce between all four the Disney parks as you feel like it.
Tickets= Estimated at $200 a person

You can get single rooms at some of the Disney resorts for as low as $89 per night if you go in the off season. My favorite so far is Port Orleans, but I recommend you check out Pop Century if you_re looking for a good deal. All the hotels are really clean and nice. All resort guests have free access to buses that will take you pretty much anywhere on the Disney property for free. You also park for free as a resort guest. If you stay off the Disney property you have to pay $14 to park every day.

A basic adult ticket for one park for the whole day is $85. You do get a small price break for multi-day passes. You can add park hopper to that (you can go to multiple parks) or the water park option to the base ticket for $52. I suggest you do neither of these things. You can stay at the same park all day and not do everything there, and water parks aren_t much fun in the winter.

Meals inside the parks start at about $15 dollars per person, but they don_t care if you bring food in. Definitely bring your own water. A bottle of water is $3 at the parks. There are tons of restaurants right outside the Disney property that have better prices. And definitely go to Downtown Disney the day you get there. It_s not worth paying for a whole day at the parks if you check into your hotel at 3pm. Downtown Disney is free and there is a fireworks show every night.

You_re going at a good time. Hotels in Orlando are offering huge discounts right now because tourism was the first casualty of the bad economy. Try Hotwire and Priceline and I bet you can get a 3* near one of the parks for $40/night. You can buy passes (more expensive than a single ticket of course) that will get you into all parks owned by the same company (such as a pass to Disney/Epcot/MGM or a pass to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure). You can also buy passes that are good for multiple days, but it pays to shop around online for the best deals. Have fun!

well A lott of things determine the price, try this website;

http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/

fill out everything and there you go!! have fun at disney!!

GROW UP lol

Are all traffic signals in Florida eventually going to be replaced?|195519

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 can i find an email address of someone i know in arroyo grande California?|134869

i only have an old postal address,and im on the other side of the world.

Try
http://www.people-info.info
,it can help you after you submit the person_s name, this site has the largest email search database, it can help you find what you want, just have a try,it indeed works.
Good luck!:)

Write them and ask for it....I am unaware of any e-mail directory like a phone book...

you can do a reverse address search to try and find their current phone number but to get an email address, you would need to ask them directly.
Good luck!

why you don_t try sending a letter to that old postal address?? Maybe you contact directly with this person. It_s too dificult almost impossible that you can find an e-mail address from this person..i think you should do that
Good Luck!

What is the longest road trip youve ever taken?|106971

What_s the longest road trip you_ve ever taken? I remember driving from Louisiana to Virginia non-stop one time. I don_t think I can do that again. 20 hours straight!
Also, Louisiana to California. I didn_t drive this one but the trip was long and drawn out. Plus we went there because of a death in the family.
Another, Louisiana to the Florida Keys. Good times :-)
So, explain your trips. :-)

I love this question because this trip was the highlight of my life. Me and mine, we took a vacation that started in Anchorage, AK. and went full circuit on the main highways in Alaska. Beginning on hwy 1, we travel north a little less than 50 miles to the intersection of hwy 1 and hwy 3. At hwy 3 we traveled north until we got to Denali National Park. That was the most awesome place that I have ever been backpacking in. After a few day, we headed to Fairbanks. Continued on hwy 2 south to the intersection of hwy 4, eventually arriving at intersection of hwy 1, but went on down to Valdez, AK. After returning to hwy1. Again more driving we went south on hwy 1 to Homer, AK. I was only 22, so I had no problems being on the road that long. But now just writing about makes me tired.

from Ohio to Massachusetts~ STRAIGHT...my father had NO mercy~
We went from NJ to AZ.....but of course we stopped in between...just as grueling though.....when you have a relentless father that won_t stop because you have to pee.......uuugggghhhhhh~ I hope he has a FULL BLADDER feeling all of the time in heaven.....hahahahahahaha~
good question...this one was fun!
TinaB

I drove from Pittsburgh, PA to Orlando, FL. Also, drove from Pittsburgh to Phoenix, AZ.

The road trip that took the longest was a vacation in 1958. We went from New Mexico to Yellowstone. A 1952 ford 4 door. What a nightmare.

From Vancouver all around the coast, stopping at various places like Banff, Cache Creek, Lake Louise etc., and back to Vancouver Island. Brilliant trip, took three weeks but would do it again if I could.

I drove from Finland (North Carelia) to France (Burgundy area) going through Sweden, Denmark, Germany

3 days driving with the breaks

Just over 10,000 miles, hitting that milestone on the final day, #29. New York to Alaska and back, with ten days in Alaska.

That is right up there with the best trips we_ve ever done.

EDIT: I love thumbs-down trolls. Do people have something against driving in Alaska or something? Those are the only ones that got the thumbs-down so far.

From Wasau ,WI to Sarasota, Florida 26 hs drive plus 4 hrs of sleep in a rest area. Very good experience.
I drove once from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Camboriu , Brazil .That was like 22 hs but worst for the road conditions and the trafic .
If I know I can pass Colombia without being kill for a cartel I would like drive from FL, USA to patagonia Argentina , some day!!

dec 25 - dec 28 1984 from las vegas nevada to ft walton beach florida ... i was 7 months prego ... trvling with my 4 yr old son ...was moving ... then in 1986 moved from ft walton to oscoda michigan with a 6 yr and 1 year and huge dog in a ford escort we went from sunny skys and beaches to 12 inches of snow ... it was fun my son had never seen snow before ....

What is the shortest way to go by bus to El Salvador from Phoenix?|121388

I thought about going to Guatemala and then getting a ride but the bus does not go to El Salvador. I need routes or specific places to go to. A plane is out of the question!

Try Greyhound.

. I think i took that bus. You can take local buses that will get you all the way. They stop at every little town and they sometimes carry chickens but you can make it. 3 days of travel. Have lots of local currency for the drivers. Just keep heading south. The bus goes direct to Mexico City ( refer to it as Districto Federal) then you start going slow.

Sneak under fence into Mexico.
There is a train you can jump that runs to Mexico city.
After that a lot of walking.
This may help:

http://www.exitotravel.com/flights/el_sa��



http://www.mcso.org/


Also try this:
Sheriff��s detention officers have turned over 15,900 illegal immigrants to Immigration authorities for deportation.
Act illegal for a free trip.
As for name calling, you are an idiot for not being able to figure it out.
You cannot use Goggle or Yahoo!
Go figure who the dumb *** is.
Report that!

Commit a crime and Sheriff Joe will deport you for free.

How much does it cost to rent a cabana at the Flamingo?|128157

And what does it include?

These things are $100 to $150 expensive.
Go to the hotel and link on it for the amenities

Info on the Flamingo pool

http://www.vegas.com/resorts/pools/flami��


Cabana amenities
Overhead fans
Telephones
Internet access
Cable TV
Mister system
Towels
All-day locker rental
Padded lounge chairs
2 rafts
Gift basket of fruit, muffins _ bagels
A refrigerator with juice _ water
Personal cabana attendant

Cabanas available 9am-5pm - call 1-702-733-3111 ext 3781 for information, rates vary..

~Jack~

How crowded will Disneyworld be the first week of June?|182512

Its the first week the kids are out of school,and is it brutally hot there ?

I went in 07 the first week of June and it was extremely hot so it tired everyone out very quickly. The crowds were heavy and therefore made it even hotter. We enjoy going in September/October. Going in June just ruined the trip.

It won_t be brutally hot, but it will be warm... bordering on hot. And, although the schools are out, the very first week of June won_t be as crazy as July or August. But, it will be crowded.

Book your vacation as soon as you know your dates, and make sure if you are going in June that you ask about the promotion that lets you buy 4 nights in the hotels and get 3 nights free. It will save you a few (or more) dollars.

well i went june 3-9 in 2007 and it was indeed brutally hot. the average high temps for june is 90 and many days reach higher than that. and the night time low is only around 71. its VERY humid. and rains nearly every afternoon. the showers and storms pass quickly (usually 30-60 minutes) and occur mainly between 3-6pm.

it was also quite crowded when i went. many people were there cuz hollywood stuidos has _star wars weekends_ going on.
and its also quite busy with kids cuz families plan vacations for as soon as kids get out of school and many locals have annual passes and like to go during the summer break.

overall its not the worst time to go as far as weather and crowds but it certainly isn_t the best time either.

We went in the beginning of June _07 and it was VERY hot and humid, and crowded. I_m from Arizona and it was horrible. For the first day we were there we headed to the park early and were tired by 11 am. For the remainder of our week there we headed out a little later in the afternoon. We bought a few mister fans and they were a big help. We_re going in March this year.

I have found that on the days the park opens early for people. Go to a different park. We went in August. Way too hot. But we found that everyone goes to the park that opens early. Once we did that we had no lines. We even stayed on one ride twice because there wasnt anyone in line.

You_re looking at pretty big crowds. Schools in Florida end in mid-May and most locals buy season passes to WDW.

Hope you have a great time!

What is the temperature like in Orlando Floriday during the month of May.?|164189

My boyfriend and I are planning a 14 day trip to floriday during the end of may 2008 (I belive the dates are the 16th-the 30th)

We_re kind of wondering what kind of weather we should expect.

Upper 80_s and low 90_s. It_ll still be dry until June. Not as hot or humid (for me). You may find it really hot and humid, if your a out of state tourist but if your from the state, its not that bad. It gets muuuuuch worst later in the season.

Expect 80- 90 degrees. I have been in early May, and it was already pretty HOT and HUMID!

Make sure you wear sunscreen and stay hydrated by drinking lots of water!

Have a blast!

Late may in Orlando? Expect it to be 80-90 with near 100% humidity. Will be very stuffy in the morning; then gets hotter as the day goes on.

What are some crazy things to do on vacations with friends?|118126

My friend lives in Orlando, Florida and im visiting her over spring break. We are making a to do list of crazy things to do like talk to a hobo and chase seagulls on the beach. Any ideas of stupid little things we could do to keep entertained?

Lol talk to hobos? u guys are too crazy for meee!!!

Um, the thing about Florida is that something crazy is likely to happen to you whether you want it to or not. Just remember that, if you happen to come across an old grenade or land mine, Florida law requires that you play hot potato with it for at least an hour before alerting the authorities.

1. You could throw something (PLEASE NOT FOOD) at a gator and try to get it to snap at it.
2. You could drive on I-4. That_s really crazy. If you want to be la-la insane, you could drive I-4 all the way from Tampa to Daytona. Very few roads will offer you three more dysfunctional cities in such a short drive as Tampa, Orlando and Daytona.
3. You could... requisition... an orange from a grove alongside the highway.
4. You could go to Aquatica and heckle my dad. (He_s retired and works there for fun and to pass time).

u should all go to disney world dressed funny and acting funny

How long does it take to send something from Norway to the US?|178663

I_m spouse to be getting a game from an Individual who lives in Norway, and I live in Tennessee... I was wanting to know how long it should take for it to get here... It was just standered shipping, in a big envelop, Not a box...

Thanks!

maybe 2-3days

2 days at the least

Whats something me and my friends can do in Kansas City tomorrow?|150708

We were gonna go to the zoo but her mom thinks its gonna rain? Also, we cant go to legends to shop bc were trying to save money for a concert trip in a few weeks.... Any ideals other than Worlds of Fun?

this isn_t really in KC..more like 30-40 minutes away, but you should go to Lawrence! It_s a really cool college town..has some nice restaurants and outdoor cafes. It_s pretty easy to get to!

you could also go to the Country Club Plaza and look around, even if you don_t want to shop. It_s just fun to walk around!

if you_re into museums, there_s the kemper modern art museum and the nelson atkins museum.

Got to Science City. Thats one of the funest places in Kansas City despite it_s lame name. I havent been in four years but I really wanna go back. Science city is in Union Station. Also, you could try Oceans of Fun. And that one girl who suggested go to Lawerence is wrong. There_s acctually a lot to do. And if theres nothing to do here, there sure as hell aint anything there.

well if no WOF... umm... adventure oasis. its cheaaaap and is fun. its a small waterpark on the corner of 291 and 23rd street its like 8 bucks for a resident and 10 for non resident of independence. its fun to just go and chill there. they have 3 slides, a pool(w/ diving board) a lazy river, umm a kid area if ur into that kinda thing. its fun! or if u dont wanna do that u can go mini golfing and ride go carts at cool crest on 40hwy by blue ridge blvd and the big walmart. hope i helped!

Union Station is alot of fun!

sleep

Why do most Israelis work in the malls when they come to America?|130721

I have noticed that there are a lot of Israelis that work in Keosks (i think thats how its spells) They are very aggressive when they approach consumers and are very good at selling but why at the malls of all places?

Now lets see...they are good at selling , and we go to the mall because......... lets stop and think about this .

bc they (we...=P teehee) are good at sellig and bc most of the little wagons\tables thingis or wtvr u wanna call it that u see along the malls are owned by israelis...

Interesting. There are 2 isralie girls working at my mall, who talk to me a lot.

Wow.

Which water park in orlando will be the least crowded in june and july?|106004

There are the two Disney_s water park (Blizzard Beach and typhoon Lagoon, Wet n_ Wild, and the new Sea world water park. We are planning to go to at least one and maybe 2.

I have no idea why am i asking this so early, but my cousin wanted to know.

Thanks in advance!!!

whew! nothing like picking the hottest months! LOL
It will honestly be packed no matter where you go. Just take a look at the parks layouts and see which rides you like the most. I personally hate wet n wild and I LOVE Typhoon lagoon. I have a 9 yr old that is too timid for Blizzard Beach so we enjoy the lazy laid back feel of Typhoon Lagoon and love the shark tank there.
Take a cooler with you, lots of food and drinks too, or get a refillable mug.And...get there early to get some chairs to have later on in the day. Find a place in the shade, you_ll need it!!
It_s never too early to plan for Orlando!

NONE OF THEM

That time of the year, it_ll be about a tie actually. I used to live close to Orlando, in Lake Wales, by Donald Duck Orange Juice factory and Cypress Gardens.

You_d have to be insane to go to Disney in the summer. It_s wall-to-wall cranky parents with their twice as whiny kids, and everything is overpriced. NOT a fun experience.

Ummm sorry but NONE!!

Probably the water treatment plant, I mean, come on, it_s Orlando.

Wet n_ Wild.. youll probably have it to yourself

That new park Sea World is opening up, Aquatica, will be a real zoo, but they will all be bad.

none its effin orlando. esp in in the summr haha

How do I get from the Lax Airport to the Greyhound Bus station in Los Angeles?|102742

I need to get from the LAX Airport to the Greyhound Bus station to go to Reno,NV. Can somebody tell me a safe and cheap way? Because I certainly can_t afford a taxi.
Thanks.

You should look online for cheap fares to Reno. Heck, I saw $39 fares to Seattle from LAX today.

i heard rumors that greyhound is going bankrupt so they wont have any buses to nowhere
a lot of their buses are no longer even operated by them but by a contractor
like Curreo, Vermont transit and TMNO buses
and the greyhound station in los angeles is the WORST and MOST dangerous place
to be in Los Angeles its located smack dab in the middle of SKID row!@
no taxi driver will take you there !
you would be just better off to fly from Lax to Reno
if you are already at Lax..
it would be a lot faster and safer too
if you could get a bus to reno
NOw if YOU have to get to greyhound
you would have to first take a lot C bus to the city bus center
then take Metro 439 to 7th and Firgora then on Flower and 6th take
a line 60 or 62 (this will take about 2 hours)
or you could take G bus to the Avattion station then the blue line to 7th strreet
then the line 60 cost is $5.00 (for a day pass) unles you would want to pay $1.25 on each mode of transit)
also note greyhound also has a stop in Hollywood


their buses are smelly the drivers don_t get lost etc
some driver don_t even speak english

Wow - the Greyhound station is in a rather bad part of Los Angeles near Alameda and 7th Street (on 7th Street).

The most convenient way to get to downtown LA (Union Station) is by the FlyAway Bus which is $5.

From there you will need to take a taxi but it is roughly a $6-$8 fare from Union Station to the Greyhound Station.

If you are a brave soul there is also the MTA bus service. I know the Metro Rapid Transit bus #760 (this is an express bus so the stops are less frequent) runs nearby and the MTA bus #60 also passes close by but do not know the hours these buses run. I don_t know the connecting bus routes but you could google _MTA Los Angeles_. I also don_t know what MTA bus fares are either.

Good luck.

Los Angeles is a long way from Reno. Why didn_t you fly into Sacramento or San Francisco or connect to Reno? It will take you overnight to get there by Greyhound because LAX is out of the way for the Greyhound stations which are in Santa Monica and Hollywood. If you get to downtown Los Angeles, you could take the train to Reno. It is probably cheaper to fly.

From the airport, take the Union Station Flyaway shuttle. It will drop you off at Union Station in downtown. From there you can take DASH bus B to Olive/6th, and then Metro bus 18 to Alameda Street, or you can just take a taxi.

Search the web for shuttles LAX and look for one going downtown. Try another search for shuttle or bus LAX to Greyhound Los Angeles. If nothing found, ask at the airport. The Skycaps will know.

How easily is it to take the metro from Chicago Ohare to Union Station?|116035

I will have several suitcases with no help. I will need a cart or something. Is it easy access on and off, from the airport right into Union Station?

Not really. The Metra Line that goes by O_Hare doesn_t have a lot of service just yet, since it_s under expansion. Also, you_d have to take the ATS system at O_Hare (AKA the People Mover), then take a shuttle bus to get to the O_Hare Transfer station. And if you need this for a weekend, it doesn_t run then.

This might be almost as tough, but it_s a possible alternative. Take the Blue Line _L_ from O_Hare (underneath Terminal 2) to the Clark/Lake Stop. It has an elevator, which is why I recommend that stop instead of Monroe or Washington. From there, it_s about a 1 mile and change taxi ride over to Union Station. A little more price-wise, but you can get it at any time, which you can_t do with the Metra.

your better off taking the blue line and getting off on Clinton go to
http://www.rtachicago.com/
for schedule

What will I need to cross into the US from Canada by car?|115344

There will 3 of us travelling: two of us are 18, and one is 17. None of us have passports, but we do have birth certificates and government-issued ID. The one concern I have is with the 17 year old whose parents are divorced and share custody of her. What kind of questions will be asked? We_re going to Syracuse and we_ll be staying at a motel.

As long as all of you have the required documentation you_re good to go.

Land/Sea Travel
Canadian Citizens
Beginning January 31, 2008, the United States will end the practice of accepting oral declarations of citizenship at the border.
?Canadian citizens ages 19 and older must present documentation that proves both identity and citizenship. Identification documents must include a photo, name and date of birth.
?Children ages 18 and under will only be required to present proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

Chances are they will just ask u all ur citzen ship,where you going and wut ur bringing in(liqour,smokes,weapons)All u need to cross is wut u said there a birth certficate and id and that is good enough.The 17 year is good they will not care about who has custody or any of that.I have been crossing by myself sence i was 16 and it is easy as 1,2,3.U might even get some custom agents who will ask u ur citzen ship and thats all and most of them are very easy going like that.I hope this helps a little and i know it seems stressful but u have nuthin to worry about crossing is easy.(And know u do not need ur passport in spite of wut the others say u only need a passport for crossing into canada by airline nothing else.

Thats good enough. I just went to Montreal and back to NYC. My passport was out of date and they didn_t even notice. Even though all you need is a birth cert. About the ques they_ll ask him I dunno. I am pretty sure you_ll be good.

Lafeefan gave you the best information.

You will need a passport. Don_t go without it or you won_t be allowed back into Canada!

As of July 2008, you now need a passport to get back into the US.

What is the best nightclub in Las Vegas and why?|113254

I am planning my first trip to Vegas! So what do you think is the best nighclub and why? Is it the dancing, the clientele, the drinks....

Ghost Bar at the Palms is really great because of the view (Top floor with outdoor area). I persoanlly love Light at the Bellagio. Good party atmosphere. Tabu at the MGM Grand is also really fun. As it Tao at the Venetian. Of them all, I like Light the most, but I could be biased as I had a GREAT time there the last few times. One way or the other, I suggest getting a private table at any club. It may cost a lot, but it is SOOOOOO worth it in the end.

Las Vegas is known as an adult playground and with its many new nightclubs, dance clubs and ultra-lounges from Body English at the Hard Rock to the Voodoo Lounge atop the Rio, Vegas provides both the conservative and the liberal-minded a fine mix of clubs to choose from...

Las Vegas clubs are classy, especially the exquisite ultra-lounges and cigar bars.

For those with high-energy and a good flow of adrenaline, clubs such as Rain at the Palms and Rum Jungle at Mandalay Bay among many others are sure bets for a real hopping Vegas time...

PURE at Caesars...the best in my opinion, sexy people, atmosphere, tunes
LIGHT at the Bellagio...not bad, sometimes the clientele is a little shady
BODY ENGLISH at Hard Rock...great time, good tunes
TAO at Venetian...fun, sexy people
GHOSTBAR...fun, gotta check it out b/c of the view. sexy people too

o.p.m forum shops cesar palace.its got great music and atmosphere :)

Well every night is a little different here.You might want to ask around i really dont go clubbing anymore but to what i remember
Pure is really cool i think its happening on Tues or Thursdays Tao is nice thats happening on Thursday for sure Jet is really cool Mix and , Body English i think that a club is a club as long as you have a good time the only club i donlt like is OPM that gets really ghetto and the only draw back to all of these clubs is that drinks are a grip

Tryst at Wynn has a great sound system, environment, and people scene.

What is a good area to stay in when visiting Miami in December?|162344

We are going to Miami in December and trying to figure out where we would like to stay any tips??? Whats the weather like?

Thank you

dec. in miami is great! i would stay in none other than south beach, check out the pelican hotel on ocean drive they have uniquely themed rooms

Geography for 1st time visitors:

Most visitors want to stay on Miami Beach, a city on a barrier island of the same name off the coast of Miami _ connected to it by several causeways. _South Beach_ is the southernmost 2 miles or so of Miami Beach. It contains the best known beaches, shopping streets, restaurants, clubs, hotels, and the historic _art deco_ district.

Sobe hotels:
To be in the center of or within walking distance of the center of SoBe you want to stay somewhere below 23d street (address number under 2300) and on or within a block of Washington or Collins Avenues, or Ocean drive. You won_t need a car.

The weather is always perfect in December.

Where is the best place to watch a meteor shower in Chicago?|136348

There_s a meteor shower coming up soon that I want to see. I_m in the city of Chicago and leaving the city is not really an option. Where is the best place to watch it in the city because of all the city lights?

Ya, if you want to pay and see it well- go to adler of course. But just by eye, then head to the lakeshore- the dunes in Indiana are away from the lights and are a good bet- otherwise head south into the cornfields!

I don_t know where but be sure to try watching it on a room in the Monaco hotel while drinking some juice. Or just find a pretty vacant place where you can see the sky clearly to watch the meteor showers.

you would have to go at least 30 miles from the city to get away from the lights
other wise you will have to go to the Adler Planetarium

Adler Planetarium

Why do people bring their little kids to the Las Vegas strip?|117240

Nothing like playing $50 hands of black jack and having to listen to a little 2 year old screaming or getting your heels clipped by a stroller while trying to make your way through the casino. Bourbon Street is another place where kids should be banned.

OMG! I_ve said this before! And have had people rip me apart for it! I look at it this way - if I wanted to be around kids, I_d go to Disney. I firmly believe that there is a time and a place for everyone.

Listen, if you live there, that_s one thing. Away from the Strip, it_s just like anywhere else. But, children don_t belong in certain places - such as fine restuarants, bars, or places where grownups go to have fun. I resent people who bring the children to places where they don_t know to act (i.e. a restaurant) and it REALLY annoys me when kids are in the casinos because there_s nothing that holds their attention, sometimes it_s scary for them with all the noise and people, and they have no expectations on how to act because they shouldn_t be there!

Yes, at one time Vegas tourism DID *TRY* to cater to families to try to compete with Disney. It was an experiment that failed. Deal with it and move along.

It_s against Nevada gaming law for persons under 21 to be on the gaming floor. If you are going to play $50/hand for blackjack, you_re better off at the hotels that most strictly enforce the law. That means Belligio, Miarge, Wynn, and Riveria. These resorts cater strictly to adults, and the security staff is far quicker to escort guests with children off the gaming floor.

As far why parents do it, it_s for the same reason they allow kids to run around in restaurants or scream at the top of their lungs and make scenes: They are bad parents. Once a kid came up to me at a table where I was dining and kicked me in the shins. His mother said he was just _expressing himself_. I asked her point-blank if I should _express myself_ by kicking her, or by kicking her kid back.

I sympathise with parents that want to go to Vegas for a day or two. Everyone needs a vacation. But Vegas has casinos like Circus-Circus where people with kids are welcomed.

Other adult-oriented casinos aren_t really appropriate for people with little kids (for exactly the reasons you mention). Too bad the adult-oriented casinos don_t say so in their advertisements. Too bad some parents are so clueless as to bring their kids to them (they really shouldn_t have to be told).

Because my kids told me they want me to bring them to the Las Vegas strip. My kids alway loved it very much. They were very excited to go to the Circus Circus, buffets, swimming pool, their favorite shopping _Dilliard_, watching their favorite shows, etc.

They bring them along because they are too cheep to pay for a baby sitter.
I like what you said in the last sentence about playing in their playground, etc.

Because Las Vegas isn_t only just for adults anymore; there_s plenty to see and do in Las Vegas for kids and their parents are willing to spend time with them.

Also, Las Vegas could be a stop to a destination somewhere in Nevada.

because this is paradise

Some parents just have to have their kids with them at every moment. Seriously, that_s what babysitters are for!

What reasons are acceptable to get speeding ticket hearing postponed?|115819

What reasons are acceptable to have speeding ticket court hearing postponed in New Hampshire? Does a reason need to be mentioned? Can you just say that you have prior obligations and need a rescheduling?

I am a Massachusetts resident

work related and unable to cancel said work. IE a planned meeting. out of town trip. ect.

How much would a cab cost from South Station in Boston all the way to Boston College?|147445

I_m going to be at South Station in downtown Boston at around midnight or one in the morning on a Friday night, and I need to know how much cab fare plus tip would be from there to Boston College. I may have to get a cab if I miss the last T trains...

Thanks :)

That other person is an idiot. Boston College is a long way from South Station, and you should expect to pay at least $25-30, if not more.

Here, try this site at
http://www.taxifarefinder.com


It calculates/estimates the taxi fare when you type in two addresses. It also shows you the route and the duration. Very helpful.

About $35. Go to
http://www.taxifarefinder.com/main.php?c��
and put in South Station to Boston College.

Definitely not $10!!!! More like $25-40 is my guess. Boston College must be about 10 miles or so from South Station.

10 bucks. Somewhere around there. It_s not that far.

Where in Philadelphia can I find an inexpensive wedding venue?|136529

I have a budget of $5,000 for my wedding and need to find a venue that provides, the food, alcohol and the space at around $2500. If there is nothing that cheap, where can I rent just the location and use an outside caterer?

I haven_t checked prices recently, but that_s going to be tough depending on the number of people. For 50 people it shouldn_t be much of a problem, but anything more than that at a minimum alcohol is probably not going to be included.

I called a friend I know in Philly who works for a catering business. For a buffet on-site for a wedding, you are looking at $77 per person for the first 100, including table rental, etc, if you want a basic alcohol package, $56 without. That doesn_t include the space rental, that_s just on-site setup, serving and cleanup. Clearly out of your price range.

It also depends on what kind of food you want. This was a higher end buffet, 4 entrees, 5 veggies, salad, etc, you can cut that down a bit to save some money.

Also, getting out of Center City will save you some money. Look for churches, community centers, even volunteer firehouses will hall space.

have you tried going on www.theknot.com ? That is a great website geared excusively for brides to be and you can search on your local area.

Good Luck and Best Wishes!

What is there to do in and near chicago?|102337

I am off for winter break and I want to do fun things during it. However, I don_t feel like ice skating or seeing a movie. I also hate museums. What can I do with my college friends or 10 yr old brother in chicago and the western suburbs?

Here are some other things to look into.....

Untouchables Tour

http://www.gangstertour.com/


Weird Chicago Tour

http://www.weirdchicago.com/


Supernatural Chicago

http://www.supernaturalchicago.com/


Chicago Food Planet Tour

http://www.chicagofoodplanet.com/


Hunting

http://www.roosterheaven.com/location.ht��


Snowboarding

http://www.ragingbuffalo.com/snow_home.h��


Paintball

http://www.chicagoland-paintball.com/


http://www.illinoispaintball.com/


Mayor Daley��s Holiday Sports Festival

http://chicago.events.org/viewevent_3478��


Putting Edge Fun Center (3 Chicagoland locations)

http://www.puttingedge.com/index.php?opt��

Go to Streets of woodfied in Schaumburg, _ take your brother to Legos store _ take him to the Game Work. Afterward take him to Chipotle for lunch. There is a big theatre there too. Just north of it you can take a free shuttle bus it takes you to Woodfield mall. It is a biggest retail mall. In Chicago, u must go to Michigan Ave. There, u can take ur brother to Hershy chocolate store _ Ghirardelli chocolate shop. Go to down town Naperville, it has the feel of the city in a suburb. You also have downtown Evanston _ downtown Arlington Heights, they have the feel of downtown Chicago. Go to broadway _ Diversey to hang out . Oh gosh, there are so many places to go to. Have a fabulous stay in Chicago. Happy turkey day too!

Think Blues. Kingston Mines ort Rosa_s are the local choices.

Second City for comedy.

What are major differences between the North and South?|123048

I_m very different in the North, which means I_ll be crazily different in the South. I_m moving from MA to FL. I know that the heat is a major difference, but are there any other differences I should know about?

Many New Englanders retire in FL, so it won_t be very different. Depending on the city. I_ve lived in RI. ME and FL. There are more bugs in FL, watch out for the fire ants. Oh, and no snow!

When I went from the midwest to college in MA, I found the local accents and different vocabulary fascinating. FL has a much older population and southern FL is almost entirely occupied by people from other states so it has more more neutral American except that in the major cities there is a huge Cuban population that does not match any Spanish speaking portion of the population in MA. The Panhandle region is much more southern than the remainder of the state.

other than hurricanes its ****** nice and in fl it is either beautiful or raining its *** of but if your the type that likes dancing in the rain or kissing in the rain you will love it.even though its raining it still feels good ive only been there like 4 or 5 times but the people are nicer in the south.i know thats a stereotype but its true.southern hospitality is real.you will still run into *** holes but not as many as up north

the accent

the slow rate sutheners speak will drive you batty.

the food is good.

florida is a bit of a northern retirement melting pot, so you will fit right in.

You will be surrounded by old people moving very slowly and eating the early bird special. And they have a lot of intestinal gas problems, so try not to breathe.

Latitude? Coastline? Geography? Culture? Taxes? Have a great move and let everyone know what these differences are when you get settled in. See _ya...

Where in FL? East coast? West coast? Southern FL? Answer will depend upon where you_ll be.

A few words from a Yankee who_s been to the South a fair bit:

Like anywhere else, there are positives and negatives.

Large parts of the South are heavily Fundamentalist and very culturally and politically conservative. It can be difficult for a Northerner, especially a liberal and/or openly non-religious one to fit in.

We visited a friend in San Antonio a couple years ago and when she met us at the airport she said _Welcome to Texas. Set your watch back 150 years._ It wasn_t as bad as all that but it IS a very different society. You_ll see more guns, gun shops and heavily armed pickup trucks in the South in one hour than you_ll see in a lifetime in Massachusetts. And, in my not-so-humble opinion, they elect absolutely the craziest people in the world to public office, folks who, up here, would be under long-term intensive psychiatric care (think Tom DeLay, or Senator Coburn. Or George W. Bush).

In many places, the first question asked of a newcomer is _What church y_all go to?_, something unimaginable up here as hardly anybody goes to church. Religion is taken VERY seriously and its easy to give offense by unthinking remarks or random swearing.

On a more positive note, most people are pretty friendly (stay away from politics and religion _til you know folks better, which is good advice anywhere) and _Southern Hospitality_ really exists and is fairly well ingrained in the culture. Even if you look and sound different from the locals, you_ll probably find out all about _Southern Hospitality_ for yourself.

Southerners do talk more slowly, which drives some people nuts but I actually like. The whole culture seems to move more slowly, which I see as a good thing. They take more time to actually TALK to and communicate with others. It_s not uncommon for a business phone call to begin _How_s your Mama? And your Daddy?_ etc. and asked in a manner that implies actual interest in the answer. Slow yourself down, listen up and enjoy the difference.

Southerners use the language very differently, and frequently a lot more expressively than we do. Sometimes it takes a bit of listening to catch on.

The South seems to take a fair bit of (very justifiable) pride in food, its preparation and presentation. Southern cooking ROCKS.

The heat in Florida ranges from unbearable to clinically insane. The climate has been accurately described as _boiled Ireland_. No air conditioning = no life.

Fire ants truly suck and are widespread, ever since they were accidentally introduced from Hell.

Many of the retirees from up here now live in the South, especially in Florida. Their driving skills have NOT been improved by the relocation. Driving in parts of Florida can be interesting, to put it mildly. If you think driving in Boston is a horror story, wait _til you get near an area with a high concentration of senior drivers.

Florida has alligators. Don_t let your pets run loose or they could wind up as Gator Chow. Or Senior Driver Hood Ornaments.

Where is a good furniture store in the Kissimmee area?|119604

We just purchased a vacation home in the Kissimmee area that needs to be furnished. Since we will only be there a couple times a year, I do not need anything top of line like solid wood, but not something that is going to fall apart either. I would like a mid-range furniture store. I will need to furnish three bedrooms, a living room, and dining room.

Super Target has some things there is one on 192 in Kiss

We have Ikea but about a 30 min drive from the Kiss area.

Ashley Furniture. 34741 on Ocesola Pkwy

http://www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com/��

What is the easiest way to get to the Hoover Dam?|101270

I am staying at Bally_s hotel on the Vegas Strip and I will not have a rental car. Any bus tours / taxi servies?

The hotel people will know what to do ask them, they might have information....

There_s a number of inexpensive bus tours. It only take about an hour and a half to get there. Try one of our local websites like Vegas.com or lasvegas.com. They have a bunch of different tours to the dam.

It_s actually fun to go out there.

try walking, it a nice day

It_s too far to walk. There are plenty of bus tours. Check with the hotel concierge.

What are the pros and cons of living in los angeles?|198009

Im thinking about going to college in LA but im curious about how its like to life there. I_ve visited there alot but mostly long beach area.

For a number of reasons, we get a bunch of questions asking what it��s really like in SoCal.

First of all, I_ll tell you what it_s NOT like: It_s not like anything on TV. People watch shows on TV and think that��s what it��s like out here. The ��Real OC��, Newport Beach, The Hills, etc. Ever wonder why people in those shows never have to pay bills, do laundry, and are NEVER stuck in traffic? Because it��s FAKE. And the news doesn��t help either, since they know that sex and sensationalism sells. News flash: There aren��t running gun battles in the street. There aren��t shootouts every day. Also, you don��t see celebrities just walking down the street, all glammed up, or sipping a cappuccino at Starbucks waiting to sign autographs. We don_t go surfing during lunch hour.

Some sections are REALLY nice, others are ��ghetto��. Too many people have this vision in their head that LA and Orange County are one or the other (either Beverly Hills or Compton). They either think it is a fairy tale fantasy or an apocalyptic ghetto. In fact, most of it is working class and middle class stiffs working to pay the bills. Like me.

The variety of food here is incredible. New Yorkers come here and complain that the pizza is terrible (it��s not as good as NY Pizza), but the Mexican food is GREAT here. That more than makes up for it.

The weather here is incredible. 340+ days of sunshine makes up for a lot of traffic.

You NEED a car to live in Southern California. We don��t have an effective public transportation like New York or San Francisco. One reason is that LA is larger in area than either of those, without a central hub. Hollywood is 8 miles north of downtown, and 38 miles north of Disneyland. Average commute is 20-30 miles..

The freeway traffic is probably the worst thing about living here. The 405 is the worst. Know why they call it the 405? Because you go 4 o_ 5 miles per hour, and it takes 4 o_ 5 hours to get where you_re going. Freeway Traffic is bad from 6-10 AM and bad from 3-7 PM. I don_t know why they call it rush hour. It_s more than an hour, and nobody_s rushing, that_s for sure.

The gangs are the cause of many rumors. Keep in mind that there are gangs in any large town, in every part of the country. In LA, the gangs aren_t really downtown, they are in South LA, East LA, and north Long Beach. And here_s the deal: Mostly, they just kill each other.

Gas is expensive in California. It��s about 20-30 cents above the national average.

Yes, gas and real estate are very expensive in SoCal. However, this would be the best time to BUY a house because it_s a buyer_s market right now. There are a lot of foreclosures, and too many houses on the market. If you want to rent, figure on $1200 per month for a 1BR in a decent neighborhood. You need to make about $30,000 per year in order to do that. You can_t do it on minimum wage.

Yep, freeways are a drag, it_s smoggy in summer, and expensive to live here. Yet, if it_s so bad, why do we have thousands and thousands of people moving here? Weather, year-round activities, jobs, beaches, mountains, and deserts all within driving distance, and plenty of opportunity for those who have the skills and tenacity.

However, it is not for everyone. Every time someone posts this question, you get the LA haters who post their bile and venom. A lot of them don��t know what they are talking about. Some people never even visit, and hate it on principle and stereotypes. Some actually visited once, and found out it wasn��t like it was on TV, and it certainly wasn��t Mayberry. And some actually lived here, and couldn��t deal with the expense, the traffic, or the somewhat impersonal nature of living in a large metropolis. It��s just the lifestyle here: People want their own private space. It��s sort of ��you do your thing, I��ll do mine��. To those hateful souls I would say ��good luck�� to you wherever you are, but please don��t spew your hatred in this forum.

To summarize, it��s a HUGE metropolis that really defies easy description. I live in one of the nicer suburbs, but the commute is no fun, often 1-2 hours each way each day. However, 340+ days of sunshine really helps. Yeah, it_s expensive. Mrs. Obviousman and I both have to work to pay the mortgage. But is it worth it? Absolutely!

for one thing LA is massive! You have to get around with cars because everything is usually more than a quarter of a mile from your house if your are living in the suburbs thats why its always busy with cars everywhere. I remember the smog getting REALLY bad during the late 80_s and early 90_s. It has improved now, but its still pretty polluted. There are many (more than other cities i have visited) attractions but you have to look for them (they are scattered everywhere) Pasadena, Santa Monica, the Hollywood area, I remember the great beach at Laguna!

Basically everything is spread out, and there are a little hints of pollution and ghettos (just stay away), but living here pretty good

pros: diversity, if you like it. beautiful people, friendly people, many nice places to live. just about every race, ethnicity, and religion is there and is reflected on certain parts of the area. great weather year round we don_t have a cold winter like most of the nation. many beaches, many entertainment areas like hollywood and theme parks near by. a few good colleges like ucla, usc, cal tech, and some others.

cons: traffic, congestion, air quality, snobby people, very expensive to live in a safe area, some bad places with lots of crime.

the pros outweigh the cons for most people

Is there a church of cantheism in southern california?|198490

Im trying to find cantheism churches (marijuana church) in southern california with little success. If you know where I may find said church please post a comment. Many thanks and canni-bless you.

You know, I can-not find any Cantheistic churches in SoCal. Despite the fact that this is supposedly the weed capital of the Universe, I_m guessing that such churches are underground. Federal law enforcement is vigorously prosecuting many so-called marijuana clinics, as well as people who grow it for medical reasons, even though it_s supposedly legal. I_ve heard of many people being drug (or is it drugged?) through the courts just to prove their innocence.

My advice is to look along Venice Beach. You canni-find many true believers there.

Is it cannibalism if you bake marijuana into brownies, then eat it?

How much did you spend on your Mickey Mouse ears at Disney World? And do you know a site with a list of hats?|111489

Hello!

We are planning our first trip to Disney World this fall!!

One of the most important items we all want is of course a Mickey Mouse Ear hat!

Does anyone know a website that has all the different styles?

And how much did you spend on your hat?

What was your style?

And if you have any other tips send them my way!

I hope everyone has a wonderful week!

The last pair I bought was actually at Disneyland in CA three years ago. I paid about $12 for them.

At Walt Disney World, you can buy them right on Main St. USA at The Chapeau shop. They will embroider your hat right there for you as well. If you buy your hat at another store, you can still bring it to The Chapeau for embroidery. Keep in mind, in most cases they will not apply a nickname, only a real name.

Here is a link from The Disney Store Theme Park Merchandise page with different styles of the hats.


http://www.disneystore.com/disney-parks/��

Get the ears no matter what the price! The hat shop on Main Street has the best selection and they embroider there.
Another tip -if you are traveling with small children go get their hair cut at the barber shop. They will even paint Mickey_s ears on the back of your head if you want.
Go to allears.net for anything Disney World related and get a copy of Birnbaum_s guide to Walt Disney World - it is bible like- i get it every year even if i am not going just to keep up with things. His new ones come out usually in September or October so i am not sure what month you are going.
Have a great time

My son_s were Free. Ok...that may be cheating, he actually got a free pair of Mickey Ears with his first haircut at the Main Street Barber, embroidered with _First Haircut_. I think you can order them at www.DisneyStore.com, or at least check out the pricing.

You can get them at downtown Disney and most hotels

$30 last year

How old do you have to be to get a hotel again?|148458

How old do you have to be to make reservations, check in, and stay at a hotel?

It depends on the hotel. More than likely you have to have a credit card or debit card to make a reservation. You must be 18 in order to get a credit card.

But.... I am sure if you book a room with a debit card... (which you don_t have to be 18 to have, you just have to have a checking account or one of those prepaid ones)

Then.... and have a valid ID such as drivers license.... then you would probably be able to get a room.

Many times they don_t ask your age when booking a room, they just want your credit card number.

You should be able to do just about anything being 18.

It depends on the hotel, but most are either 18 or 21 years old, and you must have a credit card. However, if you have a credit card - in your name - and you_re too young, you can talk to the person taking the reservation and see if just the credit card is enough.

Basically, the best way to handle this is to call the place you want to stay and talk directly to them about it. If you don_t have some sort of credit card, though, you_ll likely have some problems.

wdf if your old enough to pick up the money and hand it to the clerk then you can get a room.

Ask your parents.

21

18/with id,

ive done it

prob 18 you need i.d. and stuf

How can i survive on my 10 days los Vegas vacation with little money?|119199

i ve already booked my vacation to Vegas before loosing my job.
now i have to pay my bills before and after my trip. what can i do in Vegas to earn money? Im a 24 girl by the way.

Ooo I know what you mean, when it rains it pours! My advice is to get a Vegas Perks Pass. This website sells them for $99, _ they let you do EVERYTHING 2 for 1. Good shows (not the cheesy free ones), good restaurants like Benihana, Tony Romas, buffets, etc - even hot air balloon rides. The pass pays for itself before 1 day is through. They have match play blackjack too where you can win double your bets! Here_s a link to the site where I got mine, good luck!

This is sad.. I am sorry to hear that you lost your job! Why would you want to go on vacation if you are going to have to look for work?
Is there any way you can cancel your trip and get your moneys back? Maybe it would be best to save your money and re-schedule your vaca at a later date when its better for you!
Unfortanetly- unless you were to stay in your hotel all weekend- everything costs in Vegas and a lot! :( Weather its eating or going out! You could hang by the pool... but if this is a vacation to Vegas you want to be able to go all out and will need to have money! So I would recommend re-scheduling.
Sorry...Good luck!

Have you already booked your hotel? You definitely want to take advantage of all the summer deals out there.. You can find a lot of inexpensive rates at the moment. A lot of the entertainment options, like pool parties and shows, also have discounts for girls. I think you should be fine for a 10 day vacation.

You won_t find an opportunity to make money while in Vegas on your vacation. Jobs are scarce.

Not being a buzzkill that_s just how it is.

If you are coming by car I can suggest that you find out about the Hotels policy on using the mini fridge to store food. I do this all the time when I travel but I never take anything or use anything from the mini fridge. Vegas is different some places bill you just for opening it.

And do not use the phones. Again you can get hit with some really high charges just for making a local call.

Eating off the strip is actually not that expensive. You just pick normal places like most people have in their home town. If you can use the mini fridge you can hit a super market and stock up on a few things like yogurt, apples, or whatever you like.

And maybe you can talk a friend into coming along to share expenses.

Worst case scenario you could always contact the company you booked your vacation through and see if they will cancel without fees when you explain your situation.

If they won_t you can call your credit card company and see what they can do for you.

Even if you have to eat a small fee it may be better to do that than come and be miserable and worried.

I am afraid nothing legal unless you try dancing at a club. Even then you have to get health card, sheriff_s card and those take time and money. What hotel are you booked at? Do they have a Resort Fee that you have to pay when you arrive? Do you have the deposit needed for your stay? You may not be able to come after all. You can see if your hotel is listed as charging the Resort fee.

You could possibly get by on $30 a day for food if you eat at the fast food restaurants. But as I said there are so many other expenses you have to figure in like how to get from the airport to the hotel.

i can think of many illegal things for you to do i will not mention it i am tryin to be a gentleman

there are many free options in vegas also there are a lot of good places to eat cheap

and a small gamblin tip but do not expect it to work all the time

play the big 6 wheel play 1 all the time but you bet $5 you $5 also play red or black at roulette even money bets in vegas can lead you to some money

and maybe this will help


http://www.foodnetwork.com/40-a-day/las-��

You should first go to all the FREE events that vegas offers. Trust me, vegas has tons of FREE shows @ many of the hotels. Try to Google._Free things to do in Vegas_. Print this info. out.
Next, you need to print out _Cheap Eats_ in vegas, some of the buffets can be a little expensive. If you gamble. Keep it to a min. DON_T over do it. Vegas also offers lots of eating places for little of nothing.... especially FremontStreet. If your room has a fridge, take advantage of it. Your night doesn_t always have to be elegant eating.
Last, if you drink well,,, this is easy, get to a penny machine put about five to ten dollars....Mirage has the best drinks. As long as you look like your playin_ ...you_re all good. Enjoy the pool and sun. Good Luck!!!

Gamble just $3 dollars on the MegaBucks Machine and hope to win the next millionaire dollar amount.

BTW payday is by the week for being a temp or a call center employee. Most people recieve paychecks every two weeks.

Need TANF/Booze/Sherrif card to work in the casinos and serve drinks.
Costly! Time consuming. By time thats finish you are heading home.

Hang by the pool! Watch cable tv in your room. Eat at cheap hotdog kiosks. Usually .99 for the hotdog. Play Minium Bets Bingo or KENO!

i dont know, it just depends on how much you have. like you can still find fun things to do, but alot of things in vegas can be expensive. so it pretty much depends on how much you have to spend

If your room is booked/paid for, then just enjoy the ambiance, the pool, and people watching. Check since you lost your job you might be able to cancel

I would save my money and not go because las vegas is the most depressing place in the world if you dont have any cash, stay home!

come stay at the las vegas rescuse mission..i know that sounds rock bottom or uncomfortable..but it_s really not..and it_s free.

What are the main differences between california and minnesota?|132681

don_t just talk about costs of living and weather bull ****, i can find that out on google.... Talk about culture differences!

Here_s a bunch on Minnesota:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minnesota


If you_re talking about nightlife Minneapolis has a great variety, probably nowhere near the kind and amount of nightlife L.A. has though. Hennepin Avenue and Block E will be where you_d find most of it. Minnesota has many world renowned art galleries, restaurants, and extremely beautiful scenery year round.

Most parts of SoCal is plagued with alot of gang and drug related shootings and drivebys so a bullet proof vest comes in handy when you_re outside.

What are some good simple Universities in Pennsylvania?|130590

I_m not asking about any specific area. I want somewhere safe though. Any good ideas?
Oh and how long do you have to live there before you get residency?

Go for the state schools, Bloomsburg, Millersville, California for example most are in smaller towns that are safe and I believe Clarion is one of them. You have to live in PA for a year for residency.

One year is typical for establishing residency. I_m not sure what you mean by _simple_. Clarion is a solid state university. Its located about an hour outside of Philadelphia. Its a small university with just 6,700 students.

Millersville University

i would say Philadelphia city Community College,simplest _college_

why? not too smart? i mean you did ask in travel and not higher education after all...

Where is a safe place to move that is close to downtown Atlanta?|111085

Now, I_ve lived in the Atlanta area all my life. I_ve lived in stone mountain, lawrenceville, sandy springs, and now currently reside in Marietta. I_m a full time student at GSU, now in my junior year. I_m sick of the commute down 75 every day for school so I_ve decided to rent, with two other girls around my age, into a house downtown.

Now, I don_t want to live in the suburbs anymore, so I_m looking for a safe neighborhood that would be relatively affordable that_s within the city limits. Any suggestions?

Grant park area has changed and become more developed. So has summerhill, midtown (may be expensive), some parts of east atlanta, virginia highland area.

i went to gsu! i lived in a house in decatur for a while and it was quiet and safe out there. the rest of the time i lived in little 5 points which was fun but not so safe. it was also super convenient because of the marta train station right down the street. i think it was avondale station even though i lived in decatur. and you have the advantage of being near the decatur (dekalb?) farmers market too. the train was great -- gives you a chance for a last minute study session on the way to school.

Rent at Atlantic Station. You will have so much in walking distance like Publix and Target and many other shops and restaurants, plus, they provide a shuttle to take you to and from Marta. You would really cut down on driving. If you are splitting the rent 3 ways, you should be able to get a nice place and it won_t cost that much.

Inman Park or Candler Park area

try looking in the douglas ville area

Whats the best honeymoon spot within the continental United States, IN YOUR OPINION?|145195

Here are the areas that are a no go because we want to go somewhere different:

Tennessee
Alabama
Florida
Georgia
Mississippi
North or South Carolina
and New York

I have been doing some research online, but thought I would get some opinions from real people and maybe research some of those spots as well.
Please no overcrowded areas.

chicago you have the lake the cub or sox and lot of thing to see

Would go to Hawaii myself.

Dont go to NY...way too crowded! I think I_d like to see NC or SC myself. Lots of golfing, beaches, etc

What are the best neighborhoods to live in in Queens, NY?|117109

My brother has to move to NYC from Philadelphia for a job. He_s looking at about two thousand a month for an apartment but isn_t sure which neighborhoods are the best and which ones to stay away from. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Forest Hills is okay, but Bayside is much nicer, cleaner, safer, classier people, etc. However, the commute from Bayside will be longer. Do not believe anything about Astoria - it_s a shithole. Sounds like maybe your brother is a professional with a good salary, well educated, etc. (in order for a company to want to move him).

The only other option is Hoboken, NJ. It_s right across the Hudson River - commute into Midtown Manhattan is about 20 minutes. He would definitely be able to find something for under $2000 per month. It_s super clean and quiet, mostly white, well educated 9 to 5 working types, some affluent people as well.

before i tell you any neighborhoods, i just want to tell you that there are always some good parts of queens/neighborhood and there are also bad, so don_t rely on what one person says.... i also wanted to tell you that he could possably look for apartment openings and come up to nyc to look at the neighborhood before he moves in.. well i just wanted to tell you that astoria is a good place to live in.. i live there.. people call it the__little greece__.. there are some good and bad places, i live in a part of astoria that your brother might not like, simply becuase its not the best.. but there are some very good places that are really quite and not much people.. astoria is near the trains and buses... and like i wrote before, your best bet is for him to come up here because he is the only one thats going to know whats comfortable for him and all the other details... i wish your brother best of luck

forest hills ,douglaston,bayside,woodside, try checking out bell blvd ,lots going on resturants clubs,etc..

Try Rego Park,Queens,NY-11374

I personally lived there for about 3 months.Kind of liked it.
Its well-connected to all trains to Manhattan,and the apartment buildings there are well-secured,with all 24-hour facilities.
Lots of stores and a big shopping mall around the corner.
BUD

When you have a higher rent area, bound to be nicer. Queens, Kew Gardens, even, Further east, LINY, really nice. Try Great Neck, close to city.

forest hills.

Forest Hills is a beautiful and safe neighborhood. There are tudor homes and apartments. The train station is walking distance (10 minutes to Manhattan), and some really great restaraunts and shopping (Austin St.). It_s pricey, but worth checking out.

Parts of Astoria are safe and affordable. We had a friend there who was female, lived alone in a 1 br and paid about 1100 for it. Forest Hills is nice, I lived there a year but its a little pricier. Kew Gardens is further out but its good there also and the subway/bus service is good. They have a lot of J4 apartments in larger complexes that are really nice and they won_t cost the whole 2k either.

none the whole city is a shithole frequented by assholes like U !!

How can I live in the USA without having to marry a US citizen?|197605

I_m a UK citizen, born and lived in London all my life and I hate it here. My dream is to live in The USA one day, but how do I apply to live there without having to marry a US citizen? I have qualifications and am willing to work of course. I_ve heard that the USA does not welcome UK citizens for green cards etc...

You have as good a chance of moving the the U.S. as U,S. citizen has of moving to the U.K. It is very difficult either way. Moving to a new place seldom makes an unhappy person happy...and it is heck of a lot of work. As a Citizen of the U.K., you have the opportunity to choose many other places to immigrate to that would be much easier than U.S. Every county has its imperfections...we just don_t seem to see them easily...we tend to idealize other places. Anyway...if you want to apply to immigrate, you can do it just like everyone else does...through the Diversity Lottery. See site below for immigration info. By the way, _COLIN_ is very misinformed. If a foreigner marries an American, that person still needs to g through the immigration application process...narriage just does not do it. Then, if they divorce before 2 yers , the immigrant is automatically, andpromptly deported...these reg are inplace to prevent the very thing he is suggestng.

i don_t know try a passport or something or look more into the Internet there has to be something

Easy solution.
Its the states---right?
OK
Draw up a pre nuptial agreement.
Marry on Monday, and divorce on Tuesday.
he gets his agreed dollars, you get what you want.
Its called business

get a work visa, my friend came here from lithiuania and has been here 2 years now, he loves just go get a work visa.

I dont know about now, but many years ago (1993) ,my ex_s uncle wanted to come over. He was allowed to visit, but could not live here. He worked for a company that wanted to open an office here, would have created many jobs, and yes he was turned down and basically told the US had its quota of british at that time. My ex mother in law came over many many years ago, from England and had to be sponsored. The best thing to do now is to go online and look for a legitimate immigration site to get info. Good luck.

get a job there first, then go from there. The usa does welcome uk citizens, but since 9/11 it_s nigh on impossible to get a green card.

I_ve never heard about America not welcoming UK citizens.

1. Are at least 18 years old and a lawful permanent resident (_green card_ holder);
2. Have resided continuously in the United States, having been lawfully admitted for permanent residence, for five years immediately preceding the date you filed your application for naturalization, or
3. Have, after having been removed from conditional permanent resident status, based upon your marriage to a U.S. citizen, having resided in the United States for one year after the date the condition was removed;
4. Have resided continuously in the United States at all times after your application to the time and date of your admission for citizenship;
5. Have, during all periods of time referred to above, been and still are a person of good moral character;
6. Have no outstanding deportation or removal order and no pending deportation or removal proceeding;
7. Have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand simple words and phrases in English;
8. Have knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of U.S. history and government;
9. Are attached to, and can support, the principles of the U.S. Constitution and can swear allegiance to the United States.


There_s a lot more details on the site...

Student visa,you have to be student.
Work visa,you have to be employed.
Tourist visa, you can come and stay for 180 days but not working.

Do i need to wear boots in philadelphia during the winter?|108701

I live in denver now and im going to upenn and my dad wants me to bring my boots. i never wear boots except hiking in colorado so I think it_s kinda ridiculous.

Sometimes if we have a nor_easter off the coast we can have a pretty good snow Storm. The last storm we had last winter came in at about 6 inches here North of center city Philadelphia. Probably nothing compared to what you get in Denver though.

it wouldn_t hurt. you probabaly wouldn_t get that much use out of them....the winters there are hit or miss. you could get an inch, sometimes it_ll snow so bad and you could get a couple feet.

I_d say bring them. When it snows in Philly, it tends to get very slushy. You don_t want to be walking through all that and get your feet wet and cold. What_s the worst that can happen, you bring them and don_t wear _em. No biggie. Hey, good luck with school!

hiking boots or snow boots?

When the weather gets bad here I definitely wear boots because it isn_t just snow, but ice, sleet and slush, so sometimes it can be dangerous to walk if you don_t have the right shoes on. Most of my friends were snow boots

In the winter, if it don_t snow, it will rain. It_s pretty wet during the winter as well as fall and spring. It_s always good to have a pair of boots handy in Philly.

you only need them when it snows which can be different year to year in Philly.Better safe than sorry!

bring the boots. snow here isn_t like it use to be, but the cold rain and puddles will make you thank your dad.

Yup, you are going to thank your Dad in Feburary!! Best thing I ever bought!! If you have to walk a dog, walk to class or anything that makes you walk through that slush- they are well worth it!

It gets slushy when it snows and rains here, and there are ofte big, icy puddles. I didn_t have boots my first two winters here and I ruined a ton of shoes.

Plus, there are beautiful places to go hiking on the east coast, if you_re into that.

Yes you need to bring your mukluk boots to Philly for the winter! I just bought my mukluks online for winter from

Bring them. After it snows there will be slush on the streets for a week, because some lazy didn_t shovel.

If you like walking around in the snow _ getting your feet soaking wet _ cold, leave them at home. If not, take them with you.

Yeah you might want to bring a pair of snow boots. We do get snow in the winter. and the last thing you want is to be walking around the city freezing you butt and feet off. better safe than sorry. Jan and feb are very very cold months here Honey so you better bundle up.

What is a better mountain to go snowboarding, and also just to hang out? Breckenridge or Aspen?|103334

Also if you know of any other good ones in CO, and UT can you let me know please?

If money is not a factor, Aspen is a great choice. Aspen has great skiing options for any level. Plus, Aspen is unique compared to other ski towns in CO because it actually has a 5,000 person year round local population. Therefore it has more character than the other ski towns which are basically cheesy tourist traps. Plus, I_m in my 20s and the nightlife in Aspen is superior to other ski towns. I always have a great time when I go out there.

The skiing sucks at Breckenridge and the town is basically Disney World on ice. Only go there if you_re on a budget.

Steamboat, Telluride and Crested Butte are all quality places to ski with towns that have character. Vail and Copper have good skiing, but the towns feels artificial.

I_ve never been to Aspen but I learned to snowboard at Breckenridge. I didn_t think it was that bad and I went during the end of the season. I don_t know that Breckenridge is really that great of a place to hang out just to hang out but I_ve always regarded Aspen as being really snooty.

Aspen has four mountains to snowboard on. This will give you choices but you will not get bored if you pick one mountain and stick to it for several days. The town of Aspen is pretty big with many choices of restaurants, clubs and stores. The night life is rockin during winter or summer season.

Havent been to aspen, but Breck sucks. Too many flat spots. I ended up walking a lot. Breck is close to Denver though.

I hit Utah this winter for the first time. WAAAAY better then CO! The snow is fantastic, resorts are close to airport, snow is drier, everything is close! Hills are less crowded too. And the runs are overall more challenging.

Where can I find the CELTYL Course that has a work placement in the USA?|194154

I have spoken Spanish six years, and have a DELE Diploma (Nivel Inicial). My ambition is to become a TESOL teacher and help the Latino community.

I thrive on a challenge - and live life with a smile!

hi,very hard to find information on your question,this is the only thing to be found??
try the link??

Global Village Vancouver Teacher Training _ Services Inc
888 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 2P6, Canada - (604) 684-1010
_... It is designed for ESL teachers who wish to build on and transfer skills and knowledge from their CELTA course to the area of teaching young learners. ..._ gvteachertraining.com

nothing to be found for usa,will keep searching, good luck...

thank you...

Where in southern CA can i live near the beach but not spend a fortune?|133693

My fiance and I are going to move to southern CA for his job. We want to live near the beach without spending a fortune. Any ideas?

Long Beach or Huntington would be your best option

In Long Beach, Alamitos Beach is probably the cheapest. But the parking is absolutely the worst, and its not the nicest of areas. Its borderline ghetto, and if you walk just a few short blocks north, you will be in the Ghetto. I only lasted 2 months living there.

I don_t live in CA so I can_t tell you about it being affordable (but I have heard that most of CA is pretty pricey!). My dad lives in RIverside (about 30-45 from the beach and the mountains...ocean front is going to cost you a lot more... and being a half hour away shouldn_t be too bad!

ummm, well where is his job that would be the best starting point....obviously many people want to live near the great beaches...Where does he work or what kind of job does he have...there are many miles and miles of beaches...?

Unfortunately, that is PROBABLY near-impossible.

Housing/rentals that are near the beach are at a premium - and carry a premium price tag.

Ocean Beach in San Diego
Imperial beach

I think I would try for Long Beach or Seal Beach, but it is all expensive.

Oceanside is the cheapest of all Southern California beaches, but it is next to the Marine base!
Long Beach is very diverse, expensive near the water and cheaper as you go inland, ghetto actually...

Depends on what you classify as spending a fortune, because homes in CA cost a lot. Your best chances are with Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Seal Beach, Oceanside and way down south Imperial Beach.

It_s really very simple: It_s all about supply and demand. EVERYBODY wants to live near the beach. But there is only a limited amount of real estate near the beach. Thus, high demand times low supply equals VERY high prices.

Actually, I DID find an inexpensive place about 12 miles from the beach: It_s called Compton. Check out craigslist, I_m sure you can find a great deal.

Is it possible to see the entire Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure parks in one day?|116411

I don_t plan on riding all the rides, or doing everything, but I want to know if I will have to get a 2 day pass in order to do it all.
Also, is the City Walk included in a 2 park pass? I haven_t seen anything that says you have to pay extra for that.
Thanks a bunch!

Citywalk is free. It_s the area you walk through to get to the parks. There are many restaurants and nightclubs, some shops, Starbucks and a huge movie theater there.

You could do all of Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios in one day if you only hit a few places at each. It_s going to be a lot of walking and a very tiring day. If you want to try to do it, make sure you know what you want to do the most and do that first. Rides like Spiderman and the Hulk have long queues as the day goes on, so if thrill rides are your thing, go to IOA first.

Also, there is no way to get from one park to the other without exiting and walking all the way around to the other.

Have fun!

You can definately do it all in one day, especially if you_re not going to ride all the rides. I was there a couple of years ago and in one day, we got pretty much all of the rides in. You don_t need a ticket to get into city walk either. It_s just a bunch of shops and restaurants, mostly, but worth taking a walk through. Have fun!!!

Yes. I always have in the past.

yahh but it can be very tiring u will have to do a lot of walking though

If you select the rides and plan ahead yes this is doable in one day. That is if it is not as busy.

Depending on which ticket you buy a certain one will get you in free to clubs at citywalk Other than that citywalk is similar to Downtown Disney freeeee.

You can but it will be a tireing day

Where can 6 29 yr olds go to celebrate 2 birthdays and a bachelorette party in Austin, TX?|197598

We are looking for a fun time, but not the sloppy drunk college crowd that we are familiar with. Somewhere where late 20_s early 30_s professionals go to perhaps? How about some nice places to eat as well? Thanks.

I_d start at Malaga for wine or sangria and tapas. Then move onto Speakeasy or other bars/restaurants along 2nd, 3rd, 4th Streets. Have fun!

Try Speakeasy downtown. There is usually an older crowd hanging out there, but it_s always lively. They usually have great live music, too. It_s a cool place to hang out.

Link:
http://www.speakeasyaustin.com/

babys a and then go to the warehouse district
nice clubs there
or maybe the strip club thursday night at palazios stripper idol night

stay away from sixth street, keep it to 4th or 5th.

How Can I Purchase and Send Food To a Hawaii Location Online?|130431

For my son_s birthday I would like to send him some food and for some strange reason on the Safeway website it won_t let me send the food to his location. If you know of any way to send it, please help me. Thank you!

You cannot send a lot of food from the mainland to Hawaii. Send him a Safeway gift certifcate and he can buy food at Safeway Hawaii.

When is his birthday? What kind of food?
We have almost everything here that you have there.

What are most house in the southwestern united states built of?|102344

I_m looking for the Southwest including Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma.

Brick, hardiplank, and lately, stucco. Not many basements, though - our ground shifts and here in south Texas, it is too close to sea level.

Just about anything but snow... (here in Houston everything from glass to wood to stone to brick to stucco)

Wood or Stone

A 50-50 mixture of adobe and buffalo chips.

love.

Where I live ( The Woodlands, Texas) the big trends are stone, brick and stucco. Good Luck with your search!
-Jessica Nailor

stucco

My husband is from Phoenix AZ. When we visit it looks like stucco, but his families houses are brick and stone, like up here in Ohio. They don_t seem to have basements like we do up here though.

What are the best and worse parts of San Francisco to live in?|184117

What are the best and worse parts of San Francisco to live in?

I am wanting to go to San Francisco State University, and know nothing about the area or the neighborhoods of San Francisco. What are the best and worse areas I.E. what areas should be avoided.

I want to live some place that doesn_t have a high crime rate where I feel safe and there_s not much crime all over the place and where I can take public transit to the university.

Please help!

Good Areas: Marina, Pacific Hights, Sea Cliff ----but its VERY $$ to live there and i doubt an SFSU student is a multimillionaire.

BAD AREAS: STAY AWAY FROM HUNTERS POINT....very crime infested.....also the Haight is kinda bad...lots of homeless. and the Tenderloin

good residential areas: sunset and richmond.

but if ur going to SFSU, id suggest you either live in a dorm or in a place called parkmerced. its full of college students and within walking distance of campus (5-10 min walk). also, you could rent a 2 bedroom and stuff like 10 people in and split the rent.

parkmerced.com

probably one of the best places for you is the sunset or west portal. they have nice homes for decent prices, and a low crime rate. people are nice, the shopping is pretty good, and the transportation is excellent. and also, in the sunset, its almost impossible to get lost. the streets are arranged in a grid (which is pretty nice for sf)--and are arranged in alphabetical and numerical order.

be sure to avoid hunters point, bayview, and the tenderloin at ALL COSTS. don_t walk on the haight at night. if you_re a girl, im pretty sure you wouldn_t want to be raped.

you could also stay in one of the suburbs...san bruno would probably be your best bet because its pretty, the people are great, and theres a large mall. there are well-built apartments that are a decent price.
daly city and south san francisco arent as nice--the houses can be kind of icky :P. also, transportation would be kind of a problem for all suburbs.

keep in mind--san francisco and the bay area usually has very high prices for housing. due to the recession, it_s gone down quite a bit, but it can still be pretty expensive.

i hope this helped! best of luck with college

It is hit or miss in a lot of the parts. It_s all pretty expensive. I_ve heard the worst is the area known as the _tenderloin._ Here is forum to read:

http://www.streetadvisor.com/california/��


Personal experience_ Ran into it. Man follwed me for almost two blocks with a sharpened 2x4 and kept saying in a threatening tone _what! you lost?_ I asked a cop where to go, and he said _Well you won_t ever be able to get a cab to pull over in this place._ A big fat mexican guy comes strolling out of a bar and got in my face saying _You_re in the wronggggg part of town little girl._ I am an attractive, petite woman and was scared out of my f*****g mind! P.S. I just got out of a Giants game and had my hat and jersey on so I looked like a total tourist.

Market St. friday, saturday night

Nothing is bad about it.

If you want to live to go to SF State, I would suggest you consider living in Daly City as it_s cheaper. You_ll have to commute, but if price is a concern, then perhaps you might want to look outside.

The areas near State are Merced, Ingleside and West Portal. The Richmond and Sunset districts are residential neighborhoods. You_ll have to take MUNI (there_s a main line on 19th Ave), but the Richmond and Sunset areas are probably _safer_ relatively speaking.

Sometimes SF can be frustrating to navigate because MUNI is pretty frustrating and BART does not directly go to SF State. Other areas mentioned, ie the Tenderloin, (which is not at ALL near the Giants ballpark) Bayview and Hunters Point (Both of which ARE closer to the Giants ballpark). There tend to be lot of homeless and/or lower income residents and there have been issues with loitering and crime in those areas.

The Marina and North Beach are higher income _yuppie_ areas, which is probably not your thing. Those areas, as well as The Presidio as well as the outer Sunset and Richmond are COLD because of their proximity to the water.

The Mission District is very popular for students, although again, commuting might be an issue.

Here_s a crime map on SFgov.org:
http://www.sfgov.org/site/police_index.a��


read up on SF and Bay Area news: sfgate.com

Good luck! I hope this is helpful.

What is the best item of clothing to buy in hawaii?|168258

When i go on my vacation to hawaii...what kind of hawaiiany cute piece of clothing should i buy? Where should i get it? If you have been to hawaii and know of some great places to shop for stuff that u won_t get on the continental US, please answer back.

check out hilo hatties and the abc store. since i no longer live in hawaii i tend to shop at those stores to get hawaiian print clothing that i can wear up here in washington. they are located on every island...i think...at least the abc store should be. you_ll find shirts, shorts, skirts, wrap arounds, dresses, flip flops, bikinis...you name it...they probably have it. good luck and have fun! alooooha!!

THE beautiful flowered wrap arounds, every one wears{ for got the name} all the shops and mulls have them wear them many ways, the sale ladies are happy to show you, love mine and wear it a lot in the summer here at home...

Swimwear or T-shirts.

If you_re looking for hawaiian print clothing at a decent price, I would suggest you take the free shuttle to Hilo Hattie from Waikiki. There you will find many different styles of clothes in many different patterns along with other souvenirs at decent prices.

You can check them out online before your trip at www.hilohattie.com.

You_ll even get a shell lei when you enter the store!

Have a great time shopping and happy travels!

flip flops or sandals

A sarong/pareau in a pretty, colorful print
Rubber slippers (_Locals_ brand)
A cute dress from Blue Ginger

A GREAT Bikini from Roxie or Wet Seal an a pair of Crocs SANDALS...NO not the Crocs Shoes...they_re not too cute!

Where can I find good breakcore nights in Southern California?|191833

I am living in San Diego and was spoiled by all the great breakcore emerging in the Northeast. Does the same thing exist in LA or Southern California or is it just bland mashups and trance out here? I know I can find some in San Fran, but I am DESPERATE to find some closer, HELP!

The Vanguard in Hollyood has a good dj scene. Everything from jungle to deep house. The Avalon is also a good place, although they do host some cheesy trance nights, so make sure to check out their website.
King King has a very postive, chill dj vibe along with Zanzibar. The Echo also has some good nights.
For breakcore, your best bet is the Vanguard or maybe the Larchmont on thursday nights although it can get a bit ghetto there.
Enjoy!

i remember reading that they had some groups around the Clairmont area.

How can i get married in North County San Diego fast and cheap?|169756

Is there a way you can get married fast and cheap, Then have a big wedding later?

yes go to the County Recorder_s office in San Marcos, cheap and quick!. . . or there is always Vegas!!

There is not much you can do fast or cheap in North county San Deigo

Marry in haste; repent in leisure.

Drive to Vegas...it_s not that far, easy and convenient.

there is a chapel at the barona casino. or just look online.
easy.

There is a wedding chapel on Vista Way in Vista. It is west of Emerald and east of College. You can see it from Hwy. 76 on the north side of the highway. A lot of Marines from the base get married there.


http://yellowpages.com

Better City to visit during the summer and why?|164996

I_m planning on visiting either Boston, Washington D.C. or Los Angeles during the summer. If you could choose which city to visit and why what city would you choose within the three choices. If you can list pros and cons to visiting the cities.

Nice places to visit in summer (sorry, but your list is limiting you. Visit LA in spring or fall, it is way too hot in the summer.):

1. Vancouver, BC, Canada. GREAT city. Lots of everything, and in 2010 that will include the Olympics. Mountains on one side and ocean coast on the other. A short ferry away is scenic and huge Vancouver Island. Lots of trees and incredibly pretty for a large metropolis. Best places to go: Commercial Drive, Gastown, Yaletown, Vancouver Island, lots and lots more. Just avoid the Downtown Eastside, it is where all the drugs are.
2. Chicago, IL, USA. I love Chicago. A tad expensive, but lots of great things to do. Hundreds of concerts and stuff, theatres, and Navy Pier is amazing at night and usually has shows.
3. I guess Boston. Or DC. Or Baltimore. Or all of them at once in a gigantic amazing New England Trip. There_s an idea.

Boston is nice in the summer time, in fact the rest of the year is too cold

DC is also very nice in the summer,
lots to do in both cities

never been to LA

Since I live in the Boston Area, I would chosse DC, only because I have been to Boston so many times. But you really can_t go wrong with either

DC and Boston both have lots of museums, historical sites, shopping, restaurants, and nearby beaches.

Boston is the prettiest of those cities, and has more historic sights than the others.

The main attraction in Washington is its museums.

If you want a visit that focuses on a modern city rather than on museums or history, I would go to Los Angeles, which has many interesting neighborhoods, great restaurants, music and art scenes, fashion, design, and tremendous cultural diversity. But don_t go to Los Angeles for a standard tourist vacation - there are few real _sights_ and places like Hollywood and Beverly Hills are boring tourist traps.

I would go to DC there are so many museums to see that it could take days and they are all free

How can you get from Villanova to the Tower Theater in Upper Darby?|189743

I know it_s possible to use the R5 and go into Philly and then back out but is there a faster way using the buses or another route? Thanks.

The SEPTA Route 100 Trolley runs from Norristown to the 69th Street Terminal in Upper Darby, which is a very short block from the Tower Theater. There is a stop in Villanova, though I am not certain where it is.

Well that sure worked out well - have fun!

What are the best places to spend a great march vacation in Florida?|186480

With the exception of Key West, Palm Beach, Orlando and Miami Beach thank you.
Looking for a nice hot weather, with warm water and 5 star hotels.

Amelia Island. They have the Amelia Island Plantation and The Ritz Carlton.

Sanabel and Captiva, on the southwest coast probably do more to _keep out the riff raff_ than any other ocean communities. There is a high fee for crossing the access bridge to the islands, and virtually no parking places or beach access for non-residents. I get around this by paddling my kayak over from the mainland and renting a bike. (I_m riff raff maybe?) Cabbage Key, a little further north is more isolated but they sure do pamper you.

Destin FL is beautiful you should check it out.

If you_re looking for something a little more relaxing, try Naples, Fort Meyers Beach, or Sanibel Island in SW Florida.

Islamorada, Ft lauderdale

St.Petersburg, FL

Pensacola of course

My parents live in Naples _ it is absolutely beautiful! Many upscale restaurants, shops, _ hotels. There is a Ritz-Carlton right on Vanderbilt Beach (see
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties��
Very nice dining _ shopping on 5th Ave. in downtown Naples. Pazzo_s has wonderful Italian food _ Tommy Bahama_s is always delicious! The Turtle Club on Vanderbilt beach is very nice for dinner....sit outside on the beach _ watch the sunset while eating.

Hot weather in March? You need to go as far south as Miami for that. I don_t think it_s hot in Miami in March. You should look to the Carribbean or Mexico or South America for hot weather in March.

Is it safe for a 12 year old to travel to Hawaii alone from Colorado?|167666

My best friend want to come visit me here in Hawaii and my family said they would pay half the price for her to come. Her parents said they want her to go but they don_t think it_s safe. My parents aren_t going to say anything and I won_t either, but I want your opinionif it_ safe or not.

Also, she probably won_t use the uncaccompanied minor service.

I flew from the east coast of the US to Maui years ago, as an adult, with a change of planes in LA. I think it might be overwhelming for a 12 year old to have to change planes in that huge place. However, I don_t know this girl and maybe she is super worldly-wise and travel savvy and could handle it. As long as she stays with a crowd of people and doesn_t get off by herself, the safety issue probably isn_t an issue. I don_t know that I would have allowed my 12 year old girl to travel alone without the unaccompanied minor service.

My younger eleven year old sister just flew by herself yesterday from San Diego to Illinois. I flew alone when i was just seven from San Diego to Thailand! It is a good experience.
Also you can escort passes that allows you to go to the gate with the minor right until they board. The person receiving the minor can also get an escort pass to meet the child right at the gate they come out of. Personally..i think it is really silly to be that worried over if the child can handle it.

I_m 13 years old and I fly to Hawaii by myself every summer to visit my dad. We live in California. And in 20 days I_m about to fly to Israel by myself again from California. It_s definitely safe ^^

Depends on the child. If she thinks she can handle finding her flights and everything, then it should be perfectly fine.

I think in general it is okay. I_ve seen children on flights before traveling by themselves. Although, I_m not sure I would be okay with it if it was my child.

I would allow it IF she used the airport escort when changing planes

I did that before when I was just 11. but its best to have an adult with you

Here are the two things I would do:

1. Try to get a direct flight from Denver to Honolulu. I don_t know if anyone does it-I think United does it. It might be more expensive, but it will avoid having to transfer at an airport, and chances are the airport will be a very big airport. For example, I have often transferred at Phoenix International Airport and it took several minutes to find out where my gate was, and then about the same time just to walk to it. Of course, once you_re in airports, it_s very safe because everyone _in-transit_ has already passed security and are only people who are looking for flights-no need to worry about stragglers who will try to walk away with your friend or something. But it_s probably just better to avoid the transfer if you can.

2. Make sure somebody is there at Honolulu International Airport (well, I am assuming that you_re talking about Honolulu) to greet her so that once she exits the _secured area_ of the airport where she claims her bags that she is not alone-that is where said stragglers might be lurking. If you_re going to meet her, simply arrive at the airport early and you can take a couple minutes to find where the baggage claim is for her flight. That_s what I do whenever I wait for somebody. Then I can greet them immediately when their flight arrives.

Hope this helps!