Where is the best place to honeymoon in Hawaii?|106134

I am planning for next May 2009 to go to Hawaii. My husband have been married for 8 years but no vacation and 5 kids later I think we are due.

From living on the islands I_d also have to say either Oahu or Maui. Heck it might be nice to go to more than one island. As there is the Super Ferry which nowadays is just as cheap as taking a plane ride between islands since airlines are charging between 10-17 dollars a bag.

Maui is more of a resort island known for its beautiful beaches and resorts. Great if you want to lounge around.

Oahu has a little bit of everything if you know where to look and has a few of the 1000 things to do before you die on it; such as hiking up Diamond Head; the view is spectacular! They also have the USS Arizona Memorial, Waikiki Beach, Ala Moana Shopping Center, Polynesian Culture Center, Sea World and Kualoa Ranch. Kualoa Ranch has several nice tours that take you off the normal paths that not many people realize they can tour. If you_re a film buff like me there is a movie tour that takes you through the areas where Jurassic Park was filmed, 50 First Dates, King Kong etc. Also don_t forget to eat some malasadas

Good luck with your trip planning.

My wife and I did a second honeymoon through Distinctive Honeymoons, they were really good and had a lot of spots in Hawaii. We ended up at Hyatt Regency Maui and it was a-m-a-z-i-n-g!

http://www.distinctivehoneymoons.com/secoes/destination/index.php?i=40

Oahu it has everything you need beaches, shops, all the restraunts, relaxing places and things for the kids to do Oahu is the island that has everything!

The Ritz Carlton, Kapalua on Maui is AMAZING!!!!!!!.... It is mostly homeymooners and couples, and the service is top notch.

Any hotel on Maui, its the best island

How do I sign up for garbage in San Francisco?|105067

I just moved to SF and have to pay for garbage. How do I signup for a new account, and with which company? I can_t find this information anywhere.

If you don_t have a phone book _ don_t see the trash trucks ask a neighbor. Bring a pad _ pen in case they are in a hurry _ say _ I hate to bother you but I just moved here _ didn_t know who to call about the trash pick up_. They might just tell you the name _ you have to write it down _ thank them. Then look up their number on the internet or call your local library or go to the library for the listings in the phone book.

Sunset Scavenger. Just call and they_ll ask you a bunch of question and open an account, tell you which day your weekly pickup will be. You either have to wheel all your garbage containers out to the curb on garbage day (real early in case they come real early) or else pay extra if you want them to go to wherever it is you store your garbage cans.

Contact NorCal:

http://www.norcalwaste.com/contact.htm


But you_re probably covered by SF Scavenger:

http://www.sfrecycling.com/residential/i��

garbage? how can you afford internet

What are some fun things to do in Philadelphia with a toddler? Also, what are some nice family restaurants?|181494

I already plan on checking out the zoo and Fairmont Park, Franklin Square and the Betsy Ross house. We are going on October and my daughter will be almost three.Free or inexpensive would be great.

General Info:

http://www.gophila.com/C/Your_Philadelph��


The Art Museum is free on Sundays, although I don_t know how willing you_d be to go with a toddler. It_s still a nice enough place to hang out on the outside and appreciate the weather. As a matter of fact, I believe all museums in Philadelphia are free on Sundays.

You may want to check on the status of the old Please Touch Museum (open or not). They_re building a new one out at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park, but its not scheduled to open until October...I_m guessing that the old one will stay open for at least a little while until they have to start moving exhibits, but maybe you_ll catch the opening.

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That_d be nice...the first ones in the Please Touch Museum (could you imagine what it_s like in there during flu season, 10-15 years after it_s opened? yuck)

Check on the Franklin Institute as well. There are plenty of things for kids to get into, and they sometimes have special exhibits...I think Star Wars just finished up...not sure what_s next.


http://www2.fi.edu/


In terms of restaurants, there are a ton of options in the city. For something most likely inexpensive and toddler friendly, there_s the Spaghetti Warehouse on 10th-ish and Spring Garden. Brunch is always nice too...you can_t walk two blocks in this city without tripping over a brunch spot. Many of the bars have them as well, and as I_m sure you know, all of the bars are non-smoking now. That first link in here should have more restaurant ideas though.

If you_re driving, you could check into Longwood Gardens. It_s a good 30-45 minute drive outside of Philly (not difficult though) and is always displaying something seasonal...I wonder if it_d be too early to catch the beginnings of the Christmas Lights?


http://www.longwoodgardens.org/


Across the Delaware River (by PATCO high speed line from The Gallery or by Ferry at Penn_s Landing) is the Aquarium and Battleship New Jersey. I imagine a 3 year old will have more fun with the aquarium though.


http://www.njaquarium.org/index.html


Good luck and have fun.

You should definitely check out the Please Touch Museum. It_s located in Center City, within walking distance of the Franklin Institute and Academy of Natural Sciences. It_s got tons of hands-on activities for children. My 3 kids had a blast there last year. I believe admission was $10.


http://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org/


The zoo is great - definitely check it out.

We_re always visiting family in Philly, so I don_t have any ideas for restaurants. We rarely go out there.

You have most of the bases covered. The Art Museum is nice, but not for a 3 year old. You may really want to go over to the Adventure Aquarium. It is very accessible via public transportation, and there is a Ferry that takes you over to NJ and it_s a short walk to the Aquarium. If your daughter has seen _Finding Nemo_ she is going to love the Aquarium...so will you!!

You can go to the Zoo, or the Please Touch Museum, I_m pretty sure the Franklin Institute has an area for toddlers. I can_t really think of any family restaurants sorry.

Hi, I live in Philadelphia _ I have a son that is about to turn 3, so I can tell you from my own experiences. I say definitely Yes to the Please Touch Museum. It has a lot for young kids. Franklin Square is a nice park. Its small but it has a playground _ a merry-go-round(costs a few bucks). Also if you want to see some of the sights in Philadelphia then you can try a short walking tour _ bring a light stroller or else try _Ride the Ducks_. That is a open topped bus-boat that shows you the sights _ goes in the river, plus they give everyone quackers(noise makers). The zoo is nice, but I would only go if the weather is nice. My son actually wanted to run around more than look at animals, lol. Adventure Aquarium is nice too. That is in Camden right across the river. You can get the ferry at Penn_s Landing. But just to let you know the Zoo _ the Aquarium aren_t so cheap, so get coupons online. Also if you want to see the famous Art Museum, then go _ help your daughter run up the stairs, but just dont go inside, too boring for a kid. Sesame place is a half hour from Philly, if you can find public transportation it is nice for toddlers, but more in summer. Have fun :)

How do I keep my money from being stolen?|120845

I_m going to LV in a couple of weeks. There is no safe in my room. Other then going to the front lobby, how can I keep my money safe and secure when I_m not in my room ? I_ve been ripped off by hotel maids more then once.

Most people wear a fanny pack with the pack in the front. Keep is on you at all times.

Use your ATM card and get out cash as needed so you do not need to carry large amounts. Do not keep cash in your hotel room. If you happen to have large winnings, find a local branch of the major bank chain that you have an account with and deposit the money. If you do not have an account a a major bank that will have branches in L.V., open one. Or , you can wear a money belt.

Only take a debt card and a few travelers checks. You can go to an atm when you leave the hotel and are heading out. Only take out what you need for the day. You can always cancel a lost card. And it Vegas there are ATMs everywhere. You may have to pay a small fee if its not your bank but it is worth it not to have your $$$ stolen.Restaurants will take the travelers checks no problem(must have ID to use)

You never leave anything of value in any hotel room. But it is safe at the front desk. Otherwise you carry it with you, charge anything you can like food, room, sourvenirs, and use the ATM for more if you run out.

What about the security box, Isnot safe?

Keeping it with you is probably the safest way.

use credit cards,,debit cards,, and travler checks

traveller_s checks, in your front pants pocket
and ATM like Charlie said

Get a money belt and don_t get drunk. Only take out what you need.

Carry it on you, or use your Credit Card.

Take it with you.