How do you best spend seven hours in NYC around Christmastime?|177191

You are with five friends in New York in December and you have seven hours to spend there; what are the best ways to do so before your time is up (Rockeffeller Tree? Planet Hollywood/Hard Rock Cafe? Would Statue of Liberty and other things on islands/outside of Manhattan be too time consuming?)

Yes, Yes, definitely Rockefeller Center, 5th Avenue, St Pat_s Catheral, Top of the Rock or Empire State Building. Macy_s, Radio City Hall, 1/2 off Broadway tickets at Duffy_s Square. South Seaport, Chinatown,Little Italy, Greenwich Village and Times Square. Wow you are in for a treat.

Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island are great to visit but you need to dedicate the very least 4 hours to see both.

Here is a link to the sights in New York

http://www.december.com/places/nyc/sites��


Have a great time.)

Rockefeller Center (tree and many other Christmas decorations) and while your there 5th Ave. Stores and Windows (38th St. Lord and Taylor to 58th Street Bergdorf-Goodman. After that Times Square. Actually you have time to see a Broadway play and see the decorations. Consider Radio City Christmas Show if you_ve never seen it, they do many shows a day so you can easily find a way to fit it in.

Forget the Planet Hollywood/Hard Rock Cafe stuff. There_s nothing NY about them. 99% tourists. Go skating under the christmas tree. Walk around Times Square. Eat in China town.....Do regular things. Not tourist things so much.

I would like to be in Rockerfeller Center snice u_ll be able to ice skate there with your friends...itz fun...Umm time Sq will kinds be fun as wellz lookin at those big plasma tV lol

How long should we stay at each destination?|187807

We want to go on a two week vacation. It_ll be two adults and a 14 girl and a 11 year old boy. We_ll be going to:

Pigeon Forge, TN
Charleston, SC
Williamsburg, VA
Hershey, PA

How long will we need at each to cover what we need to cover?

i would only spend half a day in charleston there is not alot to do there,willaimsburg 3-4 days,pigeon forge,gatlinburg 4-5 days and the rest in hershey

How long does it take to drive from Atlanta to Gwinnett?|160851

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

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

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

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

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

double for rush hour

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

wle

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

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

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

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

30 to 45 minutes depending on the traffic.

How would I go about setting up an organization that walks kids in bad neighborhoods home from school in Chica?|158761

I was doing some volunteer work in Chicago Public Schools and was suprirsed to see how much gang violence there was. Lots of kids are scared to walk home from school b/c of being beat up, harrassed, etc.

I was thinking about trying to put together some type of group that walks kids home from school or walks kids from school to a local boys and girls club or something like this.

Looking for advice as to how to go about this.

Thanks.

I think last school year there were parents and groups doing stuff like this? Here is an article on it

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/27/us/27c��


There might be some names/depts mentioned there that you could speak to. Or CPS probably has some kind of safety/security department? They might know more about how to work this.

That or the individual schools you_d like to work with can probably help you figure it out at least partially? Some schools that had the programs last year are named in the article, you could always try contacting someone at that school and see if they can give you some help?

What city in upstate NY should I relocate to?|141094

I am looking to relocate back up nort(reside in atlanta currently). I am looking at upstate ny but I do not want to be in a small hick boring place. Some where with a decent night life,culture,and some kind of job market. A couple of hours from nyc wouldn_t hurt either.

I lived in Nyack, NY, for several years and I loved it!

It_s a great little town with a nice little downtown, but, best of all, it_s only, like 30 minutes from NYC, so, while on the one hand you live in a charming little town right on the banks of the Hudson River, on the other hand, if you_re in the mood to go into NYC, you can just hop in your car and go, and you_re in town in, like, a half-hour.

There_s a few other towns right around there that are nice, too, so, check it out, it_s the best of both worlds, a definite win-win situation!

Good luck, and the link below is to the webpage of their local newpaper...

Saratoga, Schenectady, Albany, Lake George, Troy are all near each other and always have something going on.

You might want to focus on finding a job first, and then worry about where you are going to live.

What is the cheapest and fastest way to travel from California to Lake Tahoe, Nevada?|150435

I thought about driving but it would not work. The drive is too far and I have a couple small kids. I checked flights but they are way too expensive. If you have any other ideas I would greatly apreciate it. Thank you

well, taking a bus with 2 small children wouldn_t be too much fun or too safe, I would think. You could drive if you stop every 1 1/2 - 2 hours for some _get the wiggles out_ time or stay at a Motel 6 in the middle of your drive. If you can_t afford to get to get someplace, maybe you shouldn_t go.... good luck to you and your children

Caifornia is a very big place and part of it is one step away from Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Where would you be travelling from? And BTW, cheapest and fastest are very different things.

http://gocalifornia.about.com/od/calaket��


This website explains all the ways you can get to Lake Tahoe (car, bus, plane, train)

What is the best place to live if you want to work at a zoo?|163897

Which zoo is the best to work at and is in a really nice neighborhood that isn_t too expensive?

Probably in Ohio. The San Diego and Columbus Zoos are constantly rated the #1 and #2 zoos in the USA. But I say Ohio over California for 2 reasons- the first is that the third best zoo in the US is the Cincinnati Zoo, so Ohio has 2 of the top 3 zoos within a few hours of each other. The other reason is that Ohio cost of living is so much more reasonable in Ohio over CA. There are plenty of neighborhoods in both Cincy and Columbus that you could afford. Good luck!

San Diego has the best and nicest Zoo in the country. The neighborhood around the Zoo isn_t too expensive compared to other parts of San Diego, but expensive is a relative term of course. There is also the SD Wild Animal park about 35 minutes north of downtown and the Zoo that is part of the Zoo as well and it has animals that roam freely out in the open. Also SeaWorld is right there too if you want to work with marine life. Plus you can_t beat the great weather and lifestyle in SD.

New Orleans

Aside from the aforementioned San Diego Zoo, St. Louis has an incredible (and free!) zoo.

If you want a _non zoo_ feeling - maybe a place like Busch Gardens?

When is disneyland the least crowded during Christmas Break?|173928

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hope that helped!

Never!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Have a great time!

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

Have a great time.

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

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

Where is a good weekend getaway place within a couple hours of Chicago?|171838

I live near Chicago and am looking to get away for a weekend in early April. I want to drive and don_t want it to be any further than a couple hours away. I would like a place with nice hotels, lots of shopping, restaurants, spas, etc. I haven_t lived in Chicago for that long so I don_t know much about visiting Wisconsin, etc. Thanks for your help!

There really isn_t anywhere else to go in Illinois unless you really love corn lol. Go to Wisconsin Dells they have tons of hotels and indoor water parks. Kalahari Resort is the best I heard. They have some pretty cool little shops there as well. Get the vacation guide to see what_s there and to help you plan and stuff.


http://www.wisdells.com/WisconsinDellsVa��

I_m not sure if you have any children(By the question is seems as if you do not), but the Dells is a lot of fun(even if you do not have children). I really like the Wilderness. It has indoor and outdoor water parks,restaurants, and a spa inside the resort.

Gurnee has an outlet mall and Six Flags would not be too far away.

If you do have children, The National Mississippi River museum is a great place to go. They have a hotel with kids indoor water park along the river. They just opened the new casino, Field Of Dreams is close(not sure if they would be open yet), 4th street elevator, downtown shops, Mine of Spain,etc..that would be more on the 3 hour range.

Galena. Great hotels, nice shops, restaurants, history.

How to get Six Flags tickets from new york port authority?|144589

I want to go to six flags hurricane harbor with a bunch of friends in a few days. I was just wondering when and how we can get the tickets.
Is it possible to get them the morning we leave? (Saturday at 9am)
Or do we have to go in advance to buy the tickets.
What times are the port authority open to sell tickets?

Thanks a lot.

The links below are to webpages all about going to Six Flags via NJ Transit from the Port Authority in New York...

NJ Transit bus route #308 will take you from the PA Bus Terminal to Six Flags. The bus departs from gate 324 at 9:30am and runs express, making one stop at Newark Penn Station before continuing on to the amusement park.

A combined park admission and round-trip bus fare package will cost you $53 for adults ($38.50 for children 11 years and under). This is a lot cheaper than purchasing a round trip bus ticket and then paying for general admission at the park.

You can purchase the packages at any NJ Transit Ticket Windows inside the Bus Terminal.

I hope this information is very helpful.

Good luck
Native New Yorker

In your opinion which is the best aquarium in the United States?|148344

In the past couple of years I have visited the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, the National aquarium in Baltimore and another one in NYC (near Brooklyn) . I had also visited the Chicago aquarium about 10 years ago. So far Baltimore tops my chart. How about you?

I_ve traveled throughout the U.S. and have been to many Aquariums. My favorite one is the Florida Aquarium in Tampa. I was there most recently in January 2009. They have fantastic exhibits and behind-the-scenes tours. I was able to see African penguins and hold and touch one. He was so cute and he brayed for me. I also learned plenty about penguins. It is a great program and I highly recommend it. They also have a penguin promenade which they do twice a day. Two African penguins come out on a red carpet and you can ask questions about them and learn plenty there, too. That program is free, the other is extra. With the promenade, you can_t touch the penguins. One of them pecked at my camera and my shoe. They are adorable!

The Florida Aquarium also has a great Coral Reef display with a tunnel you can walk under, a coral cave, and a coral farm. The shark feeding they have for the public is interesting. They also have a shark feeding behind-the-scene tour.

More on the Florida Aquarium: I was able to feed the stingrays when I was there. They have an American Crocodile on display in the Wetlands section. This area also has a Mangroves section and a Saw Grass Marsh section, in which they had some river otters. They also have a Swim With the Fishes Program and a Wild Dolphin Encounter. Many programs there to keep you busy. There are so many beautiful species of fish on display throughout the aquarium. They are fascinating to watch. This is a _must see_ aquarium.

I_ve been to Shedd Aquarium many times (I live in the Chicago suburbs), The Monterey Bay Aquarium, Aquarium of the Pacific, Scott Aquarium at The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, and many more, and this is by far the best one I_ve been to yet.

Baltimore is supposed to have a great aquarium.

I haven_t been to New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina, but I thought the aquarium there was excellent.

The Dallas World Aquarium is really cool and even more amazing since it is privately owned.

I live in Long Beach and I think the aquarium is OK. Unfortunately the people that attend it are dirty and leave trash throughout the facility.

There is a great Aquarium right next to the Hamptons on Long Island, New York. It is called Atlantis Marine World Aquarium. Its in Riverhead, NY(its a town mostly on the North Fork of Long Island). Its Great. If you want to visit or learn more about it visit the site that I posted below. New York Aquarium is also great if you want to learn more about it follow the link I posted below.

Monterrey California. Lee

I_d have to say the one in Chicago, but I haven_t seen the one in Baltimore.

What are some cool things to do in America or Canada over the summer?|190184

What are some cool things to do in America or Canada over the summer? I have a few weeks vacation and I_m interested in doing something cool. I_m also open to visiting nearby islands easily accessible by boat/ship.

Definatly go to the beaches in Florida or go surfing in California. Depending on how much money you have, you can take a cruise to the Bahamas at the beginning of the summer and possibly go diving. It really depends on what you are into. Like gambling and casinos? go to Vegas. Like broadway shows? go to New York. Chicago is fun to go and catch a cubs game. you could go visit amusement parks, national parks, museums, etc, etc, etc. The list is endless.

Canada and America are HUGE... so you would have to be a bit more specific as to where you want to go to get better advice.

However it sounds like you maybe want to do something _cool_ or different.. and nothing is better than a cross country road trip.
If I were you I would spend some time in California.. take in LA and San Diego and all the cool stuff they have to offer (Hollywood, Disneyland, Great clubs and nice beaches). Then rent a car and drive up the coast and do some camping in Oregon where are you bound to see some cool wild life and meet some cool people. Speed through Washington, climb Mount Baker if you have time. Hit Vancouver for some great Sushi and even greater and friendlier people. Then finish by taking a ferry to Vancouver island. Hit up a little known surf town called Tofino. The surfing is cold but there are tons of beaches, nature trails, and inexpensive tours to ocean caves, whale watching, and hot springs. Its lots of fun.

Well, in the United States there are many different beaches. I would visit the beaches in Florida. You can go surfing in CA. Or,you can visit Alaska, its very beautiful. If you want to visit an island visit the Hawaiian islands they have many volcanoes and they have beautiful beaches, or Puerto Rico a territory.

well i live in canada so...you can go to the hundreds of beaches - they_re really pretty in PEI :) uhmm yeah...

How long does it take to drive from San Francisco to Vallejo?|163228

My family is taking a trip to San Francisco to visit some relatives. My mom said she would pay me if I drove my little sister to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and that it_s not too far. How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Vallejo?

Take the Bay Bridge, then I-80 East and you will go right by it. Depends on traffic, but figure 45 minutes minimum, 1hr 30mins max.

during afternoon rush hour on I-80 it would take well over an hour

as said before, about 45 min to an hour. It_s a nice drive when there_s not a ton of traffic.

45min

that depends entirely on the time of day. If you are talking non rush hour commute, 45 minutes. Rush Hour heads from SF to Vallejo in the afternoon starting at 3pm-ish.

Mileage wise it is is 32 miles and supposedly 33min according to yahoo maps. Which I suppose you could do in the middle of the night with no cars on the highway.

Is it too cold in February to have a good time in Myrtle beach?|132360

My wedding anniversary is in February and we were looking for a good place to go. Is it too cold? Does it get even colder in Myrtle Beach because it is near the water?

It is too cold at the beach. Some days it is in the low 40_s. That is too cold right?

Whats the cheapest way to go to Ethel M Chocolate Factory from Strip?|135344

We are a group of 4 - all in ages 25-30. Going Las Vegas for 3 days.
We were thinking to go to Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Gardens.
Do you think it worth going there. and what will be the cheapest way to go. If it helps we do have monorail pass for one day and were planning to buy a $5 bus pass for at least one day.

The Monorail does NOT go anywhere but back and forth on the east side of The Strip between MGM Grand and Sahara.

A bus ride would be at least two hours each way, having to go Downtown, transfering at least twice or more, if a bus goes there.

Ask the bellman or concierge for a tourist bus that goes there. Ethel M is in Henderson, which is 25 miles away. You will see the factory but they make the candy at night but you could see them packaging it. You will get one piece of free candy in the gift store. BTW Ethel M sells candy with real liquors in it like brandy with cherries. The Botanical Garden is nice but will be very hot if you are there in the summer.

Your other choice is to rent a car for the day and drive, not a bad drive, too.

Honestly, I wouldn_t waste your time. I took my family there when they visited. It took all of 10 minutes to walk through the _factory_ (one hallway) and 15 minutes in the gift shop. The gardens are ok but nothing spectacular. It_s not worth the trip. There is an Ethel M candy store in the M_M_s shop on the Strip and there are others in various casinos. If you want to try the chocolate, stop at one of those and save the cab fare.

Addition: You CANNOT walk there from the Strip. The actual factory is in Henderson, not walking distance.

It is definitely worth the visit. You will love it. Getting there is easy. You can either take the bus heading south on Sunset or if the weather is cool enough, you can actually walk there from the strip. Here is a map to Ethel from the strip.
http://www.lasvegas-how-to.com/ethel.php

What is the name of that green bridge in Pitsburgh?|147844

We went over this bridge when we passed through Pittsburgh. It was on 79 and there is a long island in the middle, and then another shorter bridge.

That bridge is simply I-79 and the island you drove over was Neville Island which is below the bridge on the Ohio River.

What are some of the best mountains in Colorado?|173043

We are going on a road trip and we would like to know the best places to go.

_Pikes Peak_ is a must see. It will take your breath away...literally :)

Coors Mountain...get that rocky mountain high

southern colorado has the best mountains

How do people dress in San Francisco, especially students and young professionals?|147447

I_ll be an interior design student so I want to look creative yet professional, but I_ve heard it_s a really casual city. Any thoughts?

I_m a student in the city and I would suggest to wear something that you_re comfortable in as long as it_s appropriate. Give yourself some time to get a feel for what other people in your school are wearing. Check out the local malls and see what_s hot right now. Good luck with school I wish you the best!

Thanks for your help, everyone :-)

The basic uniform that will pretty much let you go anywhere in San Francisco, from school to five star restaurants, is: nice clean designer jeans, black turtleneck, classy designer blazer or jacket, really cool boots, designer sunglasses. And with the weather in SF, this works any time of year.

yeah pretty casual.it also depends upon the weather.the weather is pretty tricky.one day it will be extremely hot and the next it could be raining.

It_s fairly casual outside of the banks and judiciary, though not as casual as in the tropics (Hawaii, Florida, etc.) This has more to do with climate than anything else.

So be aware of _hot weather_ clothing, which may look out of place during a business meeting. But practically anything else is fine.

Although former Mayor Willie Brown (well known for his Fedora hats, silk ties, and Brioni suits) briefly tried to impose _order_ back to the fashion industry by arresting nudists, asking restaurants to enforce dress codes, and ordering city workers to always dress up in their uniforms at work...these efforts were discarded the moment he left office. Very typical for San Francisco.

Only lawyers and executives wear suits. Although there are a lot of them in San Francisco, they_re of no consequence for the public cause they tend to stick to other lawyers and executives -- keeping mostly to the Civic Center and Financial District areas. Some high-end restaurants in these areas have a dress code, but most do not.

Very casual, in the financial district they wear a lot of suits, but as a student, you_ll be fine with casual. The other day I was walking down to Market St. and about 20 naked people riding bikes rode by, so if your dressed your doing good.

Business casual.

What is a Good Spot to go camping in the Northwest Indiana aera?|129098

My friend and I want to go camping, we wanna keep it close and, cheap with gas. So what are some good spots that we can set up a tent and just camp? In the northwest indiana area.

The nicest place would probably be the Indiana Dunes State Park.

http://www.duneland.com/parks/idsp.htm

These outta be cheap:


http://www.ecampsite.com/campgrounds/nor��


...and most of these are parks, but some offer recreational services which wouldn_t cost anything if you were planning on just setting up a tent and camping:


http://www.northwestindiana.com/parks.ht��

What do we do with a dog when visiting Universal Studios in LA?|160042

We_re going during the winter and we_re taking our dog with us. What should we do with him the day we_re in the park?

Universal Studios Hollywood provides a complimentary Kennel Service for their park guests. Visit the Will Call window at the park entrance, and your pet will be escorted by one of their Guest Service Representatives to their facility.

Maybe they_ll train the dog to be a stunt dog, and put it in a movie. OK, just kidding.

DON_T leave the dog in the hotel. The dog won_t like it, and may trash the room, and you will have to pay for it.

you can_t bring him with you into the park, and I wouldn_t leave him in the car; it might get hot out, and the many passerby could upset him. even though he_ll be lonely, just leave him in his crate in the hotel room with water, food, and maybe a toy.

You may have to take him to a doggie hotel or kennel for the day if you bring your dog with you unless you trust he won_t trash the hotel room...

What Bay Area community colleges have a fashion program?|170952

I know that City College of SF has it, and so does the City College of Alameda. Just wondering what other ones were out there. I_m thinking about taking a fashion/sewing class over the summer at a community college. I live in San Ramon, so the closest cc_s are Las Positas and DVC but neither of them have fashion :( Oh well. Any information would be helpful :) Thanks.

10 points to best answer!

maybe HEALD?
and the rest of Peralta community colleges campuses.

What are the most beautiful towns in California? Which ones are your favorite and why?|145063

I am trying to get a good list of the best, most beautiful towns in California. I can_t find anything on the web and I figured it would be better to get answers from people that actually live in California. I am only a teen and I am just looking for a town that is very nice and elegant and just the best towns that people love for its beauty and the kind of enviorment around them.

I wouldn_t live in Cali. for all the tea in China, but I do like to visit there. The most beautiful cities there are all toward the north: San Luis Obispo, Monterey, and the little hamlets dotting the Napa valley are great. My uncle lived on a spread in Watsonville that looked like it was taken intact out of the Yorkshire Dales. I even liked Fresno and Bakersfield.

The most beautiful big city, by far, is San Francisco. On a clear day, go to the top of Telegraph Hill, and see if you don_t agree.

I haven_t been to San Diego, but I hear it_s really nice. Everything between there and Moro Bay can drop into the Pacific for all I care. LA is by far the UGLIEST place I_ve ever been with the exception of NYC. You couldn_t pay me enough ever to go back to either town.

I lived in San Diego for 18 wks in _88. I found it to be a great town to get around quickly and found the locals to be easy to get along with. I also visited LA at that time and found it does have its social issues. I did go into the _wrong(black)_ area in LA.I found locals were friendly and helpful

What is the best beach in Southern California?|123548

I am not a tourist and so I do not need touristy info about the beaches. I live in West Hollywood so I just want to know which beach fellow Californians deem the best.

My absolute favorite is Venice, even if it_s not the most glamorous. I am also quite fond of Huntington Beach.

Depends on what you want to do.

See the sites: Venice and Santa Monica.

Surfing: Huntington. Next Malibu and Zuma.

Swim with little kids: Mother_s beach.

Best showers: Leo Carillo.

Tide pools: I can_t remember.

Grunion running: varies.

Zuma is my fav. it has great waves, you can park outside the beach so you dont have to pay. To drive there its the beautiful drive of malibu and theres a grocery store near buy so you dont have to pay an arm and a leg to have lunch out there.

IMHO, it_s Huntington. The right combo of nice, clean, beach, fun things to do off the sand, and some good waves for body surfing. Plus, you can have a fire for an extended evening time.

Drive north to the beaches in Malibu - very beautiful and not quite as crowded. My favorites are Point Dume and El Matador.

Newport, Huntington, and Zuma

Corona del Mar


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Huntington is kinda dirty. I absolutely love Balboa, Laguna and Capistrano.

Venice, I love the atmosphere there.

(I missed that you had Venice as yours)

I prefer Manhatten Beach cause_ its clean and theres not a ton of people.

corona del mar! i love it cdm. or monarch beach!

What is the quickest route between Fresno and San Diego?|121458

Quickest route 405 south to 5? Someone told be to take 210 to 57 to 5? I don_t know what traffic is like through LA. What time is best to go through LA area before 4 or After 7pm? I know the 5 is easiers but isn_t the traffic terrible on it. Thanks for your help.

Here is my quickest route and I have driven it often. By doing this route you avoid the traffic issues and you avoid the LA area.

From Fresno..
Go down the 99 to the 5 freeway.

While on the 5 as you come down the Grapevine you will see HIGHWAY 138. You can only take that EAST. Take it till you get to the 14 freeway then head south.

You will cross HIGHWAY 138 again where it continues, then you take this highway 138 until you get to the 15 freeway.

Take the 15 freeway south towards San Diego and it leads you right into SD.

This route is the least congested and you avoid the LA area.

99 south to..
5 south to..
138 east to..
14 south to..
138 east to..
15 south to
SAN DIEGO.

It_s alot easier then it sounds here. Look it up on a map/

In San Diego, are you going to anywhere near highway 15?

If you_re going to be near the 15 in San Diego, then the 210 will take you all the way to the 15, which might actually be the better way to go.

If you_re not going near the 15 in San Diego, then just consider that the 405 has more carpool lanes than the 5 does, so that might be a better way to go.

Traffic is terrible on ALL freeways between 3 and 7 actually, and there is the potential for tie ups pretty much 24/7. However, the carpool lanes on the 405 really do help.

If you_re traveling by yourself, then just stick with the 5 all the way down. If you look on a map, the 405 is just a big loop of highway 5. They meet twice - once up in Sylmar, and again down in El Toro, however the 5 all the way is a much more direct route and will easily cut about 40-50 miles from your trip, even if you DO run into more traffic.

So, to sum up ... going near the 15? Take the 210 all the way across (it has a carpool almost the whole duration from beginning to end). Travelling not near the 15, but with a friend? Take the 405 because it has more carpool lanes than the 5, even though it_s more miles. Travelling by yourself, not near the 15? Take the 5 because it_s more direct even though it might have more traffic problems.

A word of caution if you do decide on the 5: WATCH YOUR SIGNS ! The East LA interchange can be daunting, but if you pay attention, you_ll do just fine.

Happy driving !!

Oh yea ... keep your radio on AM 980 and AM 1070 for frequent traffic updates.

:D

Hay Chihuahua! Perro de Lava sounds a lot like Mad Dog!

But he_s right. Cut over Pearblossom Highway (138), and avoid the whole LA traffic scene altogether. I_ve used that cutoff when I want to avoid the usual Friday night getaway traffic to Vegas.

take the 99 to 5
go thru the valley and LA and santa ana between 9am and 2pm or after 9pm

your best bet is I 5 to hwy 99 and go through LA after 7 or around 2 pm if you are traveling in the afternoon or evening

How much does it cost for snowboard rentals in colorado?|107021

How much does it cost for snowboard rentals in colorado?
And where is the best place to snowboard for beginners? it_ll be my first time.

Shaped Rental Package $16 $14*
Performance Shaped Package $21 $18*
Hi Performance Shaped Package $26 $23*
Child_s Ski Package $9 $8*
Snowboard Package $21



http://www.maisondeski.com/


They said if you call ahead or rent online they give the second price listed - as far as fewest people, I don_t know, I don_t board, but my brother likes Loveland.

Berthoud Pass Is NOT a beginer ski area.....It is an EXPERT ONLY backcountry riding experience!

The closer you get to any of the resort towns the more they charge. Rent them in Denver or suburbs if flying into DIA. Sent you a link to Berthoud Pass Ski Area on another question of yours that I answered. If you decide to go there get there early because it looks like they limit the number of skiers there per day to 400. I hear that Berthoud Pass is a great place to ski. I haven_t been there myself but I just might try it! Until I read your question I forgot the place existed because they don_t advertise like all the other huge corporately run ski resorts here in Colorado. If you don_t arrive in time to go to Berthoud well you_re still in luck because Winter Park and Mary Jane are just minutes down the other side of the mountain!

It will cost about $20-30 for a one day rental which includes your snowboard and boots. It will be closer to $20 if you rent them in Denver and probably closer to $30 to rent them at the ski resort.

Disney world for three days amp; universal for two, where is the best place to stay that has good access to both?|146080

We are planning a vacation to orlando and we are doing disney for three days and universal for two days. Where is the best place to stay since we plan on doing both places? Is it expensive to get from Disney to Island of Adventure? Or is there a good go between?

Since you are going to Disney the majority of the time I would look into staying on Disney property..free transportation to and from the airport and extended park hours for guests staying on Disney Property, Also Disney can wrap tickets and dining all into your 3 day visit..the 2 Universal days it may be cheaper for you to pick up a rental car on Disney property to get over to universal..

Disney- stay at Pop Century its cheaper than most places and free transportation.
Universal- Stay at the Hard Rock Hotel, it is pricey but you will only have a couple minute walk to get there.
We took a cab 2 years ago from Disney to IOA and it cost around $50. You might want to check Mears transportation out.

You can stay at the newest value resort the POP CENTURY. It_s cheaper and has a free shuttle to everywhere on Disney property.
Let me know if you have any other questions...I have an online travel website and have done extensive research on Disney.

you can email me at kpfaith3@yahoo.com

Do u have a car? More details please...

How do I get from Sahara Hotel in the strip (Las Vegas) to Greyhound central bus station in Las Vegas?|157952

What_s the duration? and the rates?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Take a cab.

What made the disney company merge the worldshowcase half of epcot and the futureworld part together?|156111

I watched a documentary on Disney World and it said that future world and world showcase were both two different ideas for a theme park and i was just wondering what made them merge the two ideas. in my opinion they are nothing alike.

i watched the same one.

what i am guessing is:
1. they didnt want to make 2 separate parks
2. they both deal with the world, life, and culture, so it seemed best to put them together.

EPCOT stands for Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow

community i guess is the world showcase part and tomorrow is the futureworld part

Walt Disney innovated the not-traveling carnival called Disneyland.Epcot is a World_s Fair that never stops.Epcot is a combination of human (World Showcase) and corporate (Innoventions) values.Two Epcots would lead to the failure of the corporate one because humans do not hold corporate values.

Walt Disney wanted a balance of corporate and human values.Most have Walt Disney_s view of corporations but a few are libertarian which is a corporate philosophy.One theory why women earn less than men is that they hold human values higher than corporate values.

I think they did it to have some variety at epcot...
and to make it bigger.
at worldshowcase, they dont have big rollercoasters. but in futureworld, they have a lot of stuff to do there for kids.
epcot is considered _the adult park_, so they probably wanted something for the kids (older kids obviously) to do while the adults are having fun at worldshowcase.
basically, when you put these two worlds together, you make a great themepark.

I think the idea of putting these two concepts together came from the Worlds Fairs that had been going on since the mid 1800_s. Two of the major features of these fairs were displays of technological inventions and advancements, and national pavilions showing the culture of various countries.

Neither was working separately. They couldn_t figure out what was missing and then someone noticed they fit together so they moved the model together and viola, it worked.

Both parks on their own were too small. For this reason they merged the two into one larger park.
I agree they are nothing alike.

What is the best place to live in the north east?|116091

Where is the prettiest and still has a few big cities around in driving distance in the New England area?

It depends on what you like. If you like an active nightlife, go to Boston. It_s a very fun, cosmopolitan city.

If you just want peace and quiet, try Muskogeon, Maine. A small town about an hour north of Portland, Maine.

Montpelier, Vermont is great if you want the pretty leaves and stuff like that.

newport rhode island or new hampshire coast if you have the money,,

Washington DC, shopping, next to vA and Maryland....monuments!!

Places near Burlington, Vermont!

up state new york..

What are some fun things to do in Hollywood for a birthday party if Im renting a limo?|144659

I want to be able to have some time in the limo but do some fun things too. I already have dinner and dessert planned. But I can_t figure out what else we can do. The trip down to Hollywood is 2 hours. So any ideas?

Re: a previous question. DO NOT dress up as a female celebrity if you are going to Hollywood. There are panhandlers there that dress up in costumes to beg for money from tourists, and some can get violently territorial if they feel someone is infringing on their turf.

Don_t expect to see celeb_s there. They don_t live in Hollywood, and rarely go there unless it is to appear at a public event they are paid to attend. Enjoy your Birthday, and don_t get into trouble.

If you get a really cool limo then you can basically have a party in the limo. I recommend cruising sunset if you are going to hollywood, which can be a very fun way to pass 2 hours surprisingly. But in the end, it is all about the limo. Make sure you get something nice and go through a limo quote site like Ez Limo Rentals, because they dispatch the request to several companies in the area. That way you are not limiting your options. Limo companies often have creative ideas on how to have the best limo for the occasion and event and game ideas as well sometimes.

you shoud have specified your age because that pretty much determines what you can do n hollywood. if you are 18 and over you can hit up some cool clubs, which is what most people do there. if you are under 18 it is pretty hard to find something to do besides eat. i went there a few years ago for my friends 16 birthday, we were all that age and after dinner it was hard to find something to do so we just walked around hollywood blvd and went to some weird stores and to the house of wax museum, which i guess was cool but it wasn_t really exciting or anything. so if you have a lot friends with you then it should be fun. have fun!

Maybe have it drop you off in style at a nightclub on the Sunset Strip, maybe Social Hollywood? Or have it take you for an evening drive up into the hills on Mulholland Dr.? (beautiful homes and beautiful view if the sky is reasonably clear)

Which Hawaiian island other than Oahu is the best to visit and why?|143592

I have been to Oahu 4 times and Maui once. I_m going again with a friend who has never been before and we will go to Oahu but we also would like to spend a few days on another Island. These days will be our relaxation days so we are looking for stunning scenery and great beaches! We are going in February _09. Also, where is a great place to stay?

I have visited Oahu,Maui,Kauai,Hawai_i and Molokai. Of course being on any one of the Beautiful Hawai_ian Islands (in my opinion) is preferable to being Anywhere else in the world (but then I_m a little bias)...I enjoy Oahu for the Night Life,nostalgia and stimulation of ALOT of people in Paradise, as do my 3 teens. That is why every time we go to Hawai_i we Always visit Oahu (Waikiki) first then move on to a more Relaxing Island to unwind before going home to California...Each of the other Islands offers its own form of beauty and fun,Hawai_i (The Big Island) is bigger than all of the other Islands put together and allows for a variety of climates and scenery...from lush and green and very wet(Hilo)
to the RELATIVELY dryer areas between Hilo and Kona,miles and miles of black lava beds as well as the many many Beaches ...Black Sand...Green Sand...these are beaches you may never see anywhere else except Hawai_i. Then there is the Mountain area(Waimea and Kamuela) on the way up to Mauna Kea...where it actually gets cold (I was just there last month) Molokai is very secluded and not very populated therefore if you are looking to get away from everyTHING and everyONE...this is your Island...Kauai is Fabulous...Beautiful Beaches...Lush and Green pretty much everywhere...BUT my personal favorite Island to visit is my MAUI...Kaanapali, Kapalua, Lahaina, Napili, Wailea and The Fabulous and World Famous Hana Highway...so many things to do and see....Regardless of the one you choose...you really can_t go wrong...Aloha,Enjoy..A Hui Ho..

well Hawaii(big island) has many things to see and do with the volcano park on the Hilo side,and capt cook history with very good coffee on the Kona side.it also has beautiful gardens,beaches,waterfalls.and activities to do.
Maui has the second largest city in Hawaii,with the most beautiful beaches(it_s country without losing the comforts of the city)
Kaui,Molokai,Lani are very laid back so you get the real country feeling.

OK, so I admit I_m biased -- had family on both Maui and Big Island. But I will say Maui always had gorgeous beaches and had the most pleasant weather compared to the other islands. You wouldn_t think the weather would differ between such a closely-knit chain of islands, but you_d be surprised. Maui has Haleakala Crater, which is the home of one of the most stunning sunrise views you_ll ever be blessed with seeing -- if you don_t mind waking up REALLY early. There are also biking trips you can take where a bus takes you up country near Makawao and you just bike your way down and take in the beautiful scenery. Big Island has Volcanoes National Park, which has Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes around. You won_t be able to see the lava coming out -- mostly underground and goes straight into the sea right now -- but you can walk across the cooled lava flows and it_s such a strange, unique experience. Bring hiking boots or good tennis shoes; the lava breaks like glass and not pleasant if you have sandals. Kona has the beaches on Big Island and they have a lot of snorkel/diving spots in the area that are really lovely if you want to see sea turtles.

It depends on what you really like. Each island is different from each other.We have been to Maui which has everything from nice beaches, to a vibrant nightlife and good shopping. I also think that the best luau is on Maui. When we visited Kauai, it was really laid back and there_s less hotels and activities there. It was nice though. It_s still Hawaii! Hope this helps. Aloha!

I would either pick Kauai or Molokai. Kauai because of it_s nice beaches and lush scenery, or Molokai because it_s isolated and remote. For more Hawaii info about the islands, see here:
http://www.to-hawaii.com/

Try the Big Island. You can get a room for two at a plantation house for a decent price and it is relatively close to the Volcano park.

The big island has a lot to see and there are climates for everybody from hot humid rain forest to dry desert conditions
your choice.

Maui ...
http://www.juicytrips.com/2008/05/22/haw��

the volcanoes on the big island
visit the smallest or least popular island
for a change of pace

go to maui and go snorkling and parasailing.its really beautiful me and my family saw a big turtle when we were snorkling.

Kauai!!! its beautiful with waterfalls and green mountains!!

Nice place!!

We did the whole island in 2 days!!

I enjoyed Kauai!!!!!!!!!!!! It was so pretty, relaxing and fun!! I want to go back sooo bad!

How can I keep my 3 amp; 5 yr old nieces entertained in Dallas?|154690

My nieces 5 yr and 3 yr old are visiting me in Dallas in May end for 10 days. I intend to take them on a small road trip to the Sea World, San Antonio for 2 days. Apart from that, can you give me ideas about how I can make them their trip educational and fun!

I am sure they would love Dinosaur Valley SP:
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/finda��
_ nearby Fossil Rim wildlife park [drive-through]

http://www.fossilrim.com/index.php


Other handy sites:

http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/


http://www.galveston.com/


http://www.rockinr.com/


http://www.hill-country-visitor.com/defa��

There are various indoor _play - gyms_ around, with all sorts of jumping,climbing things for kids that age. You can usually pay by the hour for them to play...... Call the local Chamber of Commerce (for Dallas, or whatever suburb you_re in) and ask if they have any activities now for kids to do ... Call your local library and see if they have story hours ..... There_s an indoor waterpark in Allen, and may be others around too.....Call the Heard Museum in McKinney and see what their activities are for May.....

Buy them coloring books with sea animal in the books then when you go Sea World, they can actully see in real life the animals they were coloring. and also take them to the Zoo, kids like seeing animals.

3 and 5? well, have coloring books and crayons on hand...little kids arent cultural and educational they tend to be spoiled now days and they want things now!

How is a good way to go about meeting people in San Diego if I am under 21?|154020

I am only down here for the summer, but would really love to find some cool people to hand out with. I have taken excersize classes and hung out at some coffer shops, but have been unsuccessful. I am not looking to do anything like going down to TJ. I am just fresh out of ideas.

if you_re relgious you might want to go to _The Rock_ church near the MCRD

Go down to the beach and hang out . . you will find PLENTY of people to hang out with. I am 19 and I hang out by the beach every day . . . ton_s of new people to chat with and enjoy the day with.

i live near there is awesum
if u r hawt than go to the beach and show whatcha mama gave u and wen u see sumone u like give em a little smile and wink than run to the water in slow motion haha jk slow motion is impossible but run to the water sexxxxsssseeee



dont forgot sunscreen ehheehheh =]]

My niece had a good plan. She_s nice looking and pretty smart. She bought a small cute dog, walked it by the beach and met a ton of people. None of them are in her life anymore, but she still has the dog. This really works.

Mission and Pacfic Beach are the places to go.
Bike, skate, or walk along the boardwalk. Go to Belmont Park. You_ll met tons of young people on vacation or out of school for the summer.

i live here!!

dont u love it here? the weather is amazing right now.

under 21, u might want to hang around by SDSU, or got to the malls. El Cajon mall has a lot of my people ma age (18) and around that age.

by the way, im a caool person. :)

Look on line for _meet up San Diego_. Plenty of things to do in common with other people.

The clubs and the beaches...

stand on the corner at horton plaza.....

Which city in Alaska is a mustsee city for ppl (American ppl) who have never been to Alaska?|153330

I am looking for a city with enough touristy things to see and do, but that does not require too much walking (especially hard on elderly ppl). Thanks.

If anyone would go to Alaska, they ought to see the town of Homer, if at least just because it is what it is, and where it is.
If you flew into Anchorage, then saw somewhere else in Alaska without going to Homer, it would be like visiting Hong Kong without going to Macau.
Homer is only a short bus ride away, and for less than $40, easy on the pocket and Psyche, much easier than immediately, _staking it out to the Interior_, especially in a state as wild and unfamiliar as Alaska,
It takes a period of adjustment to spend seeing Alaska , realizing fully where you are, somewhere to take the edge off, to get your bearings. That_s what Homer is excellent for.
Also, Homer is a bohemian town with lots of Art and Culture, and fairly cheap: (by Alaska standards) , accommodation, food, B_B_s, nightlife etc.,(did someone mention cafes and bars?), where one can adjust, meet people, and find info about things to do, because the wilder places are rugged and involve adjustment to hardships necessary to endure, just to get there and really do, and what Alaska is.
Homer has maintained a longstanding tradition, since the days of Hemingway, to be easy and fun, slightly adventuresome, easier on the pocket than Anchorage, and great for for backpackers and adventurers just out of the bush going for a breather, or a salad break, without having continuous high excitement and hassle on one_s mind all the time, which you need to have to visit the Interior, or even the great outdoors which you are probably not yet used to.

Also, the Kenai Peninsula, where Homer is located, enjoys the most benign climate in Alaska..: Alaskans consider their pet sub-section known as the, _Banana Belt_, including Homer (very much the heart of) , and Kodiak Island, (where the largest bears in the world live), Valdez, (where the Spill was). Good and bad, yes, but this isn_t the bush yet, either.
Still, last time I was there, I got to go Halibut fishing, huge fish they clean and fish for daily out on Homer Spit, and then saw two Moose grazing on the edge of town, not afraid of me. Good, start I thought.

Fairbanks is the absolute _extreme Alaska_ , where there are brutally hot mosquitoey summers, then absolutely brutally cold winters, still something to see when you are ready, and a fun town worth going to. It is in the _Interior_.
Juneau is in the _Panhandle_. Very rainy in winter, but also fine.
Another, the Brooks Range and the _North Slope_, fantastic. Like having the Rocky Mountains, way north in the Arctic. Amazing for sighting Elk and Cariboo migrations, but in Summer, because I mean harsh and Arctic in winter.

All fine sections, good in their own way, but you have to be sure what it is you want.
Last time I was there.
Start with Homer.

Well Anchorage is by far the largest city, and there is quite a bit to see and do there, depending on your interests. It_s surrounded by mountains on 3 sides and the Cook Inlet on the other. I used to live there so if you have any specific questions I can try to help you. When are you going? The tourist season there is mostly over by now. Usually people visit in May, June or July. In August it begins to get cooler and rainy. Downtown Anchorage is flat and easily walkable. The only hilly part of town is Hillside, which you can drive to for awesome views.

Fairbanks is kinda old and dumpy but does have interesting gold mining history. There are no mountains or trees there, just hills and bushes.

Another city that_s really pretty is Ketchikan. Actually all the cities in _Southeast_ are gorgeous: Juneau is built against a mountain, Sitka has Russian architecture, Skagway has the largest Fjord in the world - even bigger than the ones in Norway.

Oh, one of my personal favorites is Seward. It_s 100 miles south of Anchorage on the ocean and totally gorgeous. It_s very quaint and cute with astounding scenery. Homer used to be a favorite and it_s still beautiful, but the town has grown a lot and gotten touristy. Email me if you have any other questions.

What Bay Area community colleges have a fashion program?|157066

I know that City College of SF has it, and so does the City College of Alameda. Just wondering what other ones were out there. I_m thinking about taking a fashion/sewing class over the summer at a community college. I live in San Ramon, so the closest cc_s are Las Positas and DVC but neither of them have fashion :( Oh well. Any information would be helpful :) Thanks.

10 points to best answer!

maybe HEALD?
and the rest of Peralta community colleges campuses.

Tips for things to do in the Emerald Coast area with kids?|139660

I_m fifteen, and my sisters are twelve and ten. We_d be traveling with our aunt. Any ideas of fun activities to do would be appreciated--we_ve already done the Gulfarium and are planning to do Turkey Creek tomorrow.

we love the many varieties of goofy golf in that area.
the shopping areas at san destin are also pretty cool.

How old do you have to be to book a hotel room in Dallas?|140329

Is it 18 or over!? And if not what hotels in Dallas are 18 or over to book a hotel room?

You have to be 18 and you have to have a credit card. Hotels won_t accept cash unless it_s a _rent by the hour_ hotel. Happy New Year

These Dallas Hotels allows 18 year old_s.

Palomar Hotel Dallas
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Lumen Hotel Dallas
http://hotels.americacheaphotels.com/Hot��


Quality Inn Market Center Dallas
http://hotels.americacheaphotels.com/Hot��


Fairfield Inn _ Suites Market Center Dallas
http://hotels.americacheaphotels.com/Hot��


Hyatt Regency Hotel Dallas
http://hotels.americacheaphotels.com/Hot��


Nylo Hotel Dallas Las Colinas Irving
http://hotels.americacheaphotels.com/Hot��


Dallas Hotels
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18 years old. there are quite a few sites that you can search that will likely show you great hotels at the best prices available. check out the website BookMe and you will be able to compare prices on all the reputable travel sites in just a couple minutes. it_s very convenient and will save you a bunch of time and money. Also, make sure you buy them online... otherwise they charge much higher fees for phone orders. good luck.

Yes its 18 and over. Sorry if that puts a bummer on your plans. All are unless it like a negative one star hotel.

How much is the average pay for a esthetician ?|140810

I live in Orange county and am going to school to become a esthetician

60k

Which states are best for people who suffer from severe allergies?|193136

I_m from Massachusetts and 3 seasons a year I suffer from allergies. My doctor told me to leave the state or die.

You need the south west. It is a desert like climate there with not a many plants. Could be Southern CA, AZ, NM, Texas or NV. If you pick Southern, CA make sure it is inland and not on the coast where their is more moisture.

Arizona or Nevada might be best for you.

You are just going to have to get used to very hot summers. Be sure and invest in good air conditioning. But during the winter months it will be just gorgeous.

Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah are pretty good places for allergy sufferers. Arizona is probably the best, virtually no pollen.

Whats the Cheapest way to go from North Carolina to the Grand Canyon?|143187

I don_t mind any method of transportation as long as it doesn_t take more then 48 hours, and it can be bus, train or anything. Is greyhound really the easiest way to go?

bike

You would have a very hard time driving that in 48 hours so i don_t think that any method of overland transportation is a viable solution to your problem....and you do want viable ?
Your next best solution is to fly from your as yet unknown nearest large airport to either Phoenix -PHX-or Las Vegas -LAS- take a Greyhound bus to Flagstaff AZ and hopefully time it well enough so that you can connect with the twice a day shuttle bus service that runs from Flagstaff to GCNP
If your pressed for time then dress warm and hitchhike up US 180 to SR 64...It should take you_ 3 hours
Safe trip

I would say the quickest would be to drive to Atlanta, providing you_re within 4 or 5 hours and fly out from there. You should be able to find flights that are affordable. Or if you_re interested in a second option would be drive to Birmingham, AL where you can fly Southwest.

You_ll have a shorter drive to ATL but probably a cheaper flight from B_ham.

for the cheapest, you could look at a rideshare option and find a group going that direction and ride with them.
Good luck!

take the greyhound or find a really good deal online by flying and then get a rental car.

What are things to do in Guthrie, Oklahoma on a budget of $5 for the whole day?|124464

So I am planning on taking one of my good friends on a mini roadtrip to Guthrie, Oklahoma and I want it to be a really good experience for him and I. Do you know of anything funtertaining to do in Guthrie? The catch is that we are both poor college students and have a budget of about $5. Please help me plan a great afternoon with him!

If you are interested in old architecture, just walking downtown is a pleasure. It is probably the best preserved late 19th century commercial district in the country, and is one of only twenty National Historic Landmarks in Oklahoma.

Free museums in Guthrie include, The Santa Fe Depot, which houses the International Model Train and Automobile Museum, State Capital Publishing Museum, the Oklahoma Sports Museum, the National Lighter Museum, the Oklahoma Territorial Museum, and the Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum.

The Masonic Temple cost $2.00 dollars. I would also take a look at the Carnegie Library. The first Governor of Oklahoma was sworn in on its steps.

What should we do for a bachelorette weekend in New York City?|129623

The bride-to-be and the maid of honor have never been to NY before. I want to plan some fun and creative things to do over the weekend. Gimme your ideas!

Call Me ;)

girls, love to shop, go macy_s!
you can bring them to:
day1: liberty island , empire state building _ times square
(its the weekend, long queue expected)
day2: soho, chinatown, tribeca, central park, MOMA.
since you are only staying there for the weekend, the museums should be optional.

Where I could rent a small and nice winter house close to ski resort in Wisconsin?|139256

I wanna find a small, nice and romantic house, like a villa or countryhouse, to rent for 3 nights or so in Wisconsin this winter. where should I look for it?

Try La Crosse county. Mt La Crosse is a pretty good ski facility. A bed and breakfast is also a possiblity for lodging.

Lake Geneva has small houses for rent. Look at the following website for rentals near the Wisconsin Dells:

http://www.vamoose.com/wisconsin-dells-v��

Christmas Mountain, near Wisconsin Dells or Devil_s Head Resort, near Merrimac, WI
Both are close to the Interstate so easy access for traveling

In Lake Tahoe

Have any one ever been to the Premium Outlets Mall in Orlando, Florida?|129225

I am going to Florida next month and planning on going shopping at the outlet malls, are the prices reasonable.

Yeah I thought so. We went during last Christmas break. We shopped at the prime and premium outlets and found alot of nice discounts.

Yep I was in that mall only last week while on holidays. Its great and the prices are brilliant. Especially great for designer gear that is very expensive in Ireland/England.

Also we went to Prime Outlets. You might as well go to both of them, they are on either ends of International Drive.

Enjoy ;)

Hi i am just back and i found the prime outlet to be better than the premium and the florida mall xx

Yes! I love them. Lots of good stuff at good prices.

yeeep there all good depending which part of florida you go to

Does anyone know any good places to go in Maryland or Pennsylvania?|126841

It is my parent_s anniversary and we want to do something fun with the family. We live in the Baltimore area and we don_t know what to do. We were going to go to Hanover, Pennsylvania to the pretzel factory, but it is closed. The kids are 14 and 11. Does anyone have an idea for a fun place to go for the whole family?

If you are looking to travel into southern PA, I can recommend some great places off of 83 as you are coming into PA.

- The Strasburg Railroad in Lancaster County...
Take a historic train ride in the farmlands of PA. There is also a train museum, a corn maze, good ol_ fashion PA dutch restaurants, and gift shops.

http://www.strasburgrailroad.com


- Hershey Park in Hershey PA...
A huge amusement park w/ water park.

http://www.hersheypa.com


- Hershey_s Chocolate World...
Chocolate World is a free tour of the chocolate making process... free samples at the end!

http://www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld/


- Dutch Wonder Land...
A small amusement park in Lancaster County... might be too _kiddish_ for your 14 year old.

http://www.dutchwonderland.com


- Pennsylvania Renaissance Fair... Lancaster County
Jousting, knights, queens... also has a winery

http://www.parenfaire.com/


- Harley Davidson Motorcycle Factory Tour in York County

http://www.yorkpa.org/index.asp?act=page��


- Harrisburg, York, Lancaster, and Reading all have minor league baseball teams...
www.senatorsbaseball.com
www.yorkrevolution.com

http://lancasterbarnstormers.com

www.readingphillies.com

Best of Luck!

greatsteak (its a restarant)

Where is the best place to stay and party during spring break in Panama City Beach?|139925

Me and my friends are trying to plan a spring break trip to Panama City Beach and we where wondering where is the best place to stay? We are looking for something beachfront with lots to do, so that we can have a good time, we don_t want to have to drive everywhere we go? Any ideas?

I have found that the Sandpiper Beacon Beach Resort is the best place to stay during spring break. It is the only beachfront resort that has its own beach side Tiki Bar and its only about a mile and a half from Pier Park (shopping plaza) and some awesome restaurants. The hotel has so much to offer from its indoor pool with the lazy river ride, to its beach side pool and hot tub. There is also grills on the the back deck, a volleyball net, and a Miniature golf course. If your looking to party and have a great time you should definitely book a room at the sandpiper beacon.

try to stay by the beach side.. by spinnakers or by the holliday in on the beach.. i was there last year.. you wont regret it.

What camping ground is good for eighteen to twenty year olds in California?|112962

I want to go camping with a bunch of my friends near or on a beach site. I was thinking Santa Barabara or Pismo beach but most of them say that it is RV only. So if you know of any camping sites where they have amenities such as showers, toilets and grills...and they allow tents inform me please. thanks!

I dont if this well help ,a friend of mine told me about this website called _ the solution to your needs .com the hottestspottoshop, went to out doors section , got some stuff,it lead to some awsome camping spot in Santa Cruz,ca.check it out .

most all lakes,, north or south california?? big tress is cool.. so is yosemite. then simple camping, like del val in livermore .

What types of thrift stores will buy clothing even if it is not name brand?|136474

i have some clothes to sell, including some purses, the purses are name brand, and some of the clothes are named brand, but not necessarily in season, they are nice items and in good shape, and i know i may not gett much for them but that is ok. what type of thrift stores should i look for to sell them at? will charitable thrift stores take them at cheap prices?

I go to Plato_s Closet. They usually take more name brand things though, but they take some that aren_t if it_s in good condition. It depends on how much stuff they have too, if they have a lot then they_re going to be more picky about it. It wouldn_t hurt to try.


http://www.platoscloset.com/

Thrift Stores (including the Salvation Army) do not buy clothes. They are all donated. What you are looking for may be a consignment shop. Where they take your clothes, then when they sell you get part of the money. Or you can just have a yard sale with them.

Plato_s Closet.

salvation army.

When does the rainy season start in South Florida?|176867

I moved here in early October and it rained everyday for the first week or two, but it_s been dry ever since. I am looking forward to everything getting lush and green plus I love thunderstorms! Is it coming soon?

Hurricane season starts in June here in Miami but the weather here is very temperamental. It can be rainy all year or we can have severe months of dry weather. expect rain soon. :)

the end of summer into the end of fall.
it will rain at like the same time everyday (usually around 3 for my area in venice) but its sually sunny before and after it rains.

Yes, it_s coming. July is one of the rainiest months. Every fourth of July during the last few years has been rainy.

go outside and look

Does anyone know any good places to visit in or near Hayesville, North Carolina?|126437

My BF and I are going there in January and we_re making a list of everything we would like to do. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Hayesville is a great place to visit with a ton of excellent restaurants. Personally i would try the Cherokee Grill. As for things to do there is not really much going on, but there are parks and some historical places to see. Go to Asheville they have excellent clubs because it is near a college campus. Blowing Rock, and grandfather Mountain are most definitely things to put on your list to see; just remember some places will be closed because of the cold, wind, and possibly snow or ice. For your own taste look at www.visitnc.com. Oh and wear very warm clothing.

What are things to do in Guthrie, Oklahoma on a budget of $5 for the whole day?|110579

So I am planning on taking one of my good friends on a mini roadtrip to Guthrie, Oklahoma and I want it to be a really good experience for him and I. Do you know of anything funtertaining to do in Guthrie? The catch is that we are both poor college students and have a budget of about $5. Please help me plan a great afternoon with him!

If you are interested in old architecture, just walking downtown is a pleasure. It is probably the best preserved late 19th century commercial district in the country, and is one of only twenty National Historic Landmarks in Oklahoma.

Free museums in Guthrie include, The Santa Fe Depot, which houses the International Model Train and Automobile Museum, State Capital Publishing Museum, the Oklahoma Sports Museum, the National Lighter Museum, the Oklahoma Territorial Museum, and the Oklahoma Frontier Drugstore Museum.

The Masonic Temple cost $2.00 dollars. I would also take a look at the Carnegie Library. The first Governor of Oklahoma was sworn in on its steps.

How far is SW Houston to Tomball or Mongolia?|122107

I am planning on meeting someone in Tomball or Mongolia to buy a Macbook, but I am not sure that my parents will drive me, depending on how far it is from Harris County/SW houston to Tomball or Mongolia.
So does anyone know in minutes, how long it would take me to get from SW Houston to Tomball and Mongolia.
Thanks.

Just don_t do it during rush hour, and you_ll be fine. Should take under an hour to Tomball, and a little over an hour to Magnolia.

About an hour in medium/low traffic today.
Try yahoo maps.

What Visa do i need to visit America and work part time whilst traveling to fund my trip?|107316

I traveled America last year whilst not having to work, however i am low on funds this year, and so want to work at a hostel, which in turn would pay me a little money and let me stay free of charge, would i be allowed in on a normal travel visa that us UK citizens get? or do i have to get a special working one?!! Thanks!

Temp working visa

You probably do not qualify for a work visa. You cannot work with a travel visa. You need a H1B which is requested by an employer to fill a job that is a specialty occupation (Fashion model, actor, engineer, scientist, etc.). Some student visas also will allow you to work.

Where is a good spot for a couple to vacation?|120017

We love to go out and have a good time. We tend to like to try new and different foods and love to PARTY! Maybe someplace romantic and inexpensive.

I don_t know, but in Puerto Rico the sunsets and sunrises are adorable all around the year, beautiful beaches and the Christmas season is the longest all around the world. In Puerto Rico Xmas starts November 26th and ends January 7th, after this day we have something called _the little eighths_ which are 8 more days for partying. Xmas are that long in Puerto Rico because the blending of the USA Xmax traditon of Santa Claus and the Spain ones of The 3 Magic Kings. After Xmas in the capital city of San Juan here is a festival called _Fiestas de la calle San Sebastian (San Sebastian Street Festivities) You may like this. Perhaps priceses are fair, imagine a red snapper in the native cooking way and salad for just between $12.00 to $19.00, Hotels like Holiday Inn has in summer an offer for only $79.99 per person, I saw it in the newspaper last summer. Places were you can have a beer for $1.06. May be in www.GoToParadores.com www.enjoypuertorico.com you can find more information. Something else is that if you are American citizen you need no passport to travel from USA to Puerto Rico since Puerto Rico is part of the USA. Don_t worry for the language Spanish and English are the official languages of the island and even when Spanish is the most spoken one English is well spoken and used in the island. So I hope this will help. Picture this image, you and your couple seating in the sand on the front of the beach, the sun sinking in the waters of the Carribean Sea or the Atlantic Ocean, the waters are read because of the sun and you and your couple both enjoying a glass of wine or a nice _pi?a colada_

You_ll be more than welcome!!!

You can try the Boracay Beaches at Philippines. IT has been considered even by foreigners from other countries as a _must-destination_ especially when they are fond of travelling.

You may check this authorized website from Philippine Department of Tourism.
http://www.tourism.gov.ph/explore_phil/place_details.asp?content=famousefor_province=98

Pls check this amazing beaches from Philippines.

http://www.tourism.gov.ph/great_hideaways/beach.asp

Hi Diva
We_ve been to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (twice)
Stayed at an all-inclusive but we went out a lot
Had a blast, good food, lots of booze and made many friends.
The Boardwalk and the market were great. The last place we stayed at was called _Qualton Club_.

Good Luck in your search.

Why is Nampa Idaho so diverse compared to places like Meridian, and Pocatello?|109295

I am doing a research paper, and i cant seem to find what im looking for. Im just wondering why Nampa Idaho is so diverse compared to places like Meridian, and Poacatello Idaho. If anybody knows anything about this, or thinks they might have an idea please answer. I will give 10 points for the best answer.

My belief would be the ratio of affordable housing and job availability. Plus it keeps growing because they will feel like they fit in better in that area.

What is the best scenic river trip in Jackson Hole, Wyoming?|195627

I prefer large, endless, beautiful views, lots of wildlife, and good service. I have checked the rates and it sounds like the Grand Teton National Park trip is the best but also most expensive, please help!

There are many rafting companies that use the Snake River. Have you compared their prices?
They use the area because it is so beautiful, is accessible and exciting!
Some combine a float with a white water rafting adventure.
With the Grand Tetons to look at while floating along!

I can only suggest you keep checking them all out on the net till you find what you want and what you can afford.

What is a good beach to go to during Christmas break?|145385

I have a teenage son who will be on crutches so we_re just looking for rest and relaxation. It_s important to me that it_s hot (not scorching) and sunny so I can lay out. I_ll be flying to wherever we go.

South Padre Island. The water is warm, the people are friendly. When I was there at Christmas, it was in the 80_s and sunny.

Crescent beach, on Siesta Key, near Sarasota, FL. Wonderful.

What route would one take to bicycle from Los Angeles to San Francisco?|106536

How long would it take? And what would be good places to stop?

The Pacific Coast Highway is gorgeous.

There are lots of little towns and hamlets along the way so you will find many places to stay.

How long? That depends on you, doesn_t it. If this is a holiday, you might want to take several days.

Here_s a nice scenic route with some good info on stops:


http://www.bitrot.de/bike_sfla.html

Take the 1 freeway, AKA, the Pacific Coast Highway.
No worries about where to stop, you_ll have a hard time NOT stopping! It will take your breath away!

My fiancee did the AIDS Lifecycle, a ride from SF to LA. They do about 100 miles a day for 7 days. I_m linking you to their route. You can probably find or request a more detailed route from them. However, they use highways, which they may have special arrangements to use. Or, you can do the ride. It has lots of ride-along support and even sets up camp for you with tents, food, and showers.

What are the strangest places to visit in New Orleans or Baton Rouge?|108703

I_m taking my first trip to New Orleans and Baton Rouge in the middle of August. I_m looking for any weird, strange, unusual, atypical places including shops, hotels, tours that would make the trip more than memorable. I would appreciate any recommendations.

I_ve done a few tours by these guys. They do a great job.


http://hauntedhistorytours.com/


They are located in the French Quarter

HAVE FUN

Visit the cemetery where Marie Laveau is interred.

voodoo shops
cemetaries
ghost tours
plantations

What are upcoming dates for Creationist tours of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science?|193243

What are upcoming dates for Creationist tours of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science?
I understand that they are private groups, but I was wondering if anybody had any contact with one or more of these groups and could give me a website or some contact information, or the next tour?
And yes, I_ve already contacted the DMNS about it.

Wow - I had never heard of this - but a google search came up with this group - BC Tours. I am going to contact them about seeing if I can_t set up a time to join a group with my kiddos.


http://bctours.org/


Thanks for the question - I learned something new!

WHAT are you talking about????

Private schools and homeschoolers have those just for themselves and their friends.

There is no such thing as an organized by the museum tour of that nature!

And I don_t think they do them on any sort of schedule...it_s like...the parents get together and say..._Let_s take the kids to the Museum! We have to teach them that none of that scientific information is accurate, though._

You really want to learn more about these tours? Please read this blog for all you need to know.

http://splendidelles.wordpress.com/2008/��

How can I get cheap tickets to Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas?|192845

I_m going to be in Las Vegas from March 4th-6th. I really want to go to one of the Cirque du Soleil shows while I_m there, but we_re on a little bit of a budget. We honestly don_t care which show we go to, and we_re willing to sit in the nosebleed section if that_s what it takes.

So does anybody know where/how I can find affordable tickets? Anywhere online? Is there any possibility of finding cheap tickets once I get there?

if you want to go but would not be TOO upset if you didn_t get to- I would go to Tix4tonight we were there in january and they had tickets to LOVE, and Zumanity!! We got ticketst to love for as cheap as $55 each!!

I must tell you that I have been to Las Vegas many times and have never seen discounts for the Cirque de Soleil shows, so the website that Sara has pointed you to is amazing. I would say that the recession must be really biting and that a 25% discount is huge so grab it while you can!

Enjoy

there are some cirque offers on smartervegas.com:

http://www.smartervegas.com/shows.aspx

www.vegas.com

Great website if you are visiting Las Vegas.

How much money would it be if i were to move to USA Texas from Canada?|143294

Im going to move to the states in Texas, and i want to know how much money it is?

depends how you move..uhaul, moving company, only you in your car with what you can fit in....gas is at least 3.50/gallon in the US...uhauls use alot of gas or diesel......I moved from Texas to Canada in 2005, fuel costs approx 1000.00 then and was alot cheaper/gallon....and Texas is a huge state, where in Texas? we moved from the Texas/Mexico border, thats 700 miles across Texas alone......

What do I need to change when moving to another state?|160012

Hello
I am planning on moving to Naples Florida later in 2009. I currently live in Indiana and was wondering what do I have to change when I get there. I figured my license, insurance, plates. I know I am forgetting a lot of thing. What else?

Driver_s license, plates, and insurance have to be done. But you_ll want to get the change of address card at the post office (where they usually have coupons on moving stuff). You_ll want to change the address for all your mail (credit cards, magazines, etc.)

You will need to prearrange with your current utilities a shut off date and your new utilities a turn on date. Plus if you currently lease an apartment, check the lease for the time requirements to notify your landlord of the move in case it states it automatically renews without notice. Also check online for a new place.

You most likely will be able to keep your cell phone company and number. I know lots of people, myself included, whose cell phone numbers don_t match the state they_re in (and since a lot of people don_t pay for long distance calls, it_s really a non-issue). If you bank with a large bank that has branches where you are and at the new place, no need to change banks. Otherwise, with direct deposit, you may not even need to change banks, if you like your current bank.

You will need to fill out a change of address at the post office. Also, notify your credit card companies of your change of address. Notify the phone and utility companies when to stop service...also cable and internet services. Got to your doctor and dentist offices and sign a permission slip so that when you get a new doctor and dentist after moving, the new docs can send for copies of your records. You will need to close or transfer your bank accounts. Need to change your cell phone service too.

What advice could you give for moving to NY?|117696

I_m planning a move by the end of the year to Long Island, NY to finish my education as a journalist. I_m a 20yo female, and could use the advice.

Ask yourself, ��Do I really need to move to NYC?�� If you answered no or is unsure then vacation in New York City until you are sure.

On your visit, here are a few things to bring to New York City.

http://411newyork.org/guide/2008/03/13/t��


Second, ask yourself, ��Where am I going to live?�� If you don��t know where, you better start hunting for an apartment.

Third, ask yourself, ��What happens when I need help?�� If you don��t know then, you will have to start looking for friends in NYC.

Fourth, ask yourself, ��How am I getting there?�� You have to save up to pay for your moving expense and storage.

Fifth, ask yourself, ��Will I be able to get a job?�� No money from a job and soon your savings will be finished and you will be out on the streets and in the cold.

Sixth, ask yourself, ��Can I go back to where I moved from?�� Most people move back when things get rough here so don��t burn your bridges and keep in touch with old friends.

Good luck,

Steve

http://411newyork.org

Only Jamaican Steve answered well. NYC is a fantastic place to come when you are young. Vibrant, tons of things to do, exciting etc. It is also expensive and this is the biggest obstacle in anyone_s way. LI is IMHO suburbia at it_s worst but you could live there more cheaply as it is further from Manhattan. The Long Island Rail Road will get you into the city easily (but you are bound to the LIRR schedule which can be a drag). Save as much money as possible. Scan ads for the cost of housing, research cost of utilities (cable, electricity, gas,) land line or just cell phone, cost of commute from LI to Manhattan or Brooklyn to go out etc. Cost of food, entertainment etc. Figure out what your monthly nut will be and then see if you can pull it off. Many people do so just keep that in mind.

I do hope your parent are supporting to b/c it_s not cheap living in NYC.

I would know, i live with my mom, and i am in debt, there is NO WAY i can move out any time soon.

I will give you advice though, if you do move here keep your doors locked.

I hope you have well off parents, b/c if you are supporting yourself, you will be stress out of your mind b/c of bills.

You_ll need to be able to dress for all 4 seasons. Have a warm winter coat, boots, hat and scarf.

Take some time and see New York City. Long Island is pretty much just one big suburb. Hit the museums, see at least one play and experience the different neighborhoods of NYC. The trains from LI to the city are reasonable so there is no reason you can_t go.

Living in LI will be cheaper than in NYC, but it still won_t be cheap so be sure you have your finances in order.

Be sure you find a good forest and walk through it in Autumn. The fall leaves in the North East have amazingly beautiful colors and if you are going to be there you should see them!

first r u gonna work in the city?? if so move closer traffic is horrible and confusing if ur gonna study in long island might as well do it and are u gonna be in the ghetto? TIPS; be caareful theres a lot of crazy ppl in nyc and u never get rest its such a busy city and the weather is horrible MY OPINION come if you can handle

dontt do it. way too expensive to live here. i was born here and i cant wait to move out when i get married

What clothes are good for Cincinnati this time of year, if the forecast says 55-70 degrees?|118734

I_m going to Cincinnati on a school rip and need to know what to pack!

pants and long sleeve shirts. You_ll need a light jacket for early morning and at night here

Layers. There is a substantial difference between high and low temperatures in the course of a day.

And a lightweight rain-proof jacket. It has not rained recently, which means that we may be eligible for a downpour at any moment.

Jeans and a light sweater for outdoor wear should be sufficient. But should bring along a light rain jacket and cap too. For indoor/evening events, business casual is the best way to go.

It was very cool (with frost on my windshield) this morning but then it warmed up quite nicely by afternoon.

I would suggest jeans and long sleeved shirts and you can take along a light jacket to wear in the mornings or evenings.

Jeans, light weight long sleeve shirts. People tend to dress pretty upscale there too.

What is the best thing to do in hollywood?|105440

Me and my mom are going to hollywood for the weekend and i am trying to find something that we could do. I don_t want to do anything really touristy or boring!

Go clubbing and eat at fancy restaurants! !

Hmm, Hollywood is perhaps one of the most touristy areas in Los Angeles. That doesn_t mean it_s not fun though. A lesser-known music venue is The Hotel Cafe; it_s very intimate, low-key, etc. Pantages Theatre is well-known but is great (it_s playing Wicked right now).

The LA tourism bureau_s website might help you out. Here_s their guide to Hollywood:
http://www.discoverlosangeles.com/visito��


You actually might like West Hollywood better, which is 15-20 minutes west. It_s much very hip and has a lot of cool places to hang out and explore.

The best thing to do in Hollywood? Try (if you can) to avoid all the prostitutes, homeless, beggars, pick-pockets, run-away kids (most of whom came here to _become an actor_),_dopers_, and of course , all the TOURISTS.

PS. Don_t expect to see any celebrities there. They don_t come to Hollywood unless they are required to attend an event.

I don_t get it. Why go to Hollywood if you don_t want anything touristy? Heck, I_m LOCAL and that_s exactly why I go there. It might be touristy, but it_s ultimately entertaining and NEVER boring. Never. EVER.

In addition to the Hollywood _ Highland Complex (and yes, UWink is a HOOT), you also have the Chinese Theater, Walk of Fame, and the El Capitan right across the street. The Pantages (where Wicked is playing) is just a few blocks away. You could easily spend all day in the H_H complex. You could also jump on the Red Line Subway to Universal City Walk. More places to eat and shop. Touristy? Yeah. Boring? Not even. How about some skydiving lessons at I Fly Hollywood (iflyhollywood.com), or a little cosmic bowling next door? Did you like the movie Forrest Gump? Then stop in for some shrimp at the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company.

Have fun!

Maybe try exploring Haunted Hollywood. All sorts of locales around the Hollywood area are said to be haunted. Maybe you_ll see Marilyn Monroe_s ghost!

Here_s a good website to learn about some of the area_s hot spots for ghost activity!

http://www.prairieghosts.com/hollywood.h��


---_Enjoy your trip!

Hollywood _ Highland center. Decent shopping and you MUST check out the restuarant called Uwink there, its insane!
Just a short walk from the H_H center is the walk of fame area, its very entertaining there, lots of street performers and impersonators.

Hollywood and Highland. Specially Friday and Saturday night.

uwink, h_h center, fancy restaunts, famous people spottign hahah

Visit hollywood walk of fame. Its actually very pretty.

Listen to Obviousman.

i would stay away from hollywood ... too many seedy people there

See Wicked.

How old do you have to be to start a public-access show in Northern Indiana?|138965

How old do you have to be and are there any places that offer the chance for public-access shows, like mediacom? Please answer, my friends and I are 16 and wanted to start a show

i think you would be fine,but your guardians may have to sign some papers since you_re not an adult

Im going to nyc and bringing back lots of shopping!if i cut out labels lose bags and receipts,can i get fined?|113848

so is there anyway they can prove ive brought the stuff there? i mean i know its obvious but in the eyes of the law, will they have a leg to stand on? thanks amanda

If you cut out the labels how will they know that you bought them in New York? They may look new because you bought them to go to New York!!

Anyway, I am a New York regular and I always buy loads and have never been stopped. You watch next time I will now.

New York is Fab have fun shopping.

so long as your not bringing back a full container of shopping,you will be alright

i suggest that you hardly take any clothes with you, then buy loads and wear some of it whilst your there. so the tags wont be on, but that shouldnt matter because you couldnt return it when u get back home anyway! that will mean if you do get stopped, the clothes will be slighlty more worn!

but the likely hood is that u wont get stopped!

have a great time! im so jealous

happy shopping!!

Big mistake cutting out the labels! Why is it against the law to buy things in NY anyway..................maybe you are in another country or something..............why not just box them and ship them to your home?? I_m confused.

if every does not have tags and no receipts found then you are fine.....make sure you don_t leave any shopping bags and boxes for them to suspect you got it recently....

Whaaaaat???

Buy your items---all that you want and then SHIP them home via United Parcel Service... you still have to pay a duty but it will be much less then if you tried to bring the items back with you on the plane or boat or however you are getting back to Great Britian........besides, smuggling IS a crime...and you really do NOT want that kind of hassle... ESPECIALLY since the fines associated with this crime are more then TRIPLE what you would pay to have to parcels shipped home to you...

Im going to New York next year an want to do loads of shopping too. Ive been told by other people to cut out the labels and stuff too and to try and wear a lot of the stuff aswell. Im guna give it ago if they pull me i_ll say there clothes i took over but never wore.

How could I get to the metropolitan museum from the Staten Island ferry terminal in Manhattan?|110585

Like what train can I take and where do I get off. Thanks!

Here_s how to get from Staten Island Ferry Terminal in South Ferry to the Metropolitan Museum.

Step 1: take the uptown (northbound) _R_ or _W_ train (Yellow Line on the subway map) from Whitehall Street-South Ferry to Lexington Avenue-59th Street.

Step 2: at Lexington Avenue-59th Street, transfer downstairs to the #4 or 5 subway lines (Green Line). Take the uptown (northbound) #4 or 5 train from 59th Street to 86th Street.

Step 3: at 86th Street, transfer upstairs, at street level, to the M86 bus. Take the westbound bus, going to the West Side, from Lexington Avenue and 86th Street to 84th Street and 5th Avenue.

I hope this information is very helpful.

Good luck
Native New Yorker

Walk into Battery Park and get an uptown 5 train at Bowling Green. Get off at 86th Street, walk west to 5th Avenue (if you walk east towards 3rd Avenue, you_re going the wrong way). At 5th, make a left and walk to that huge building across the street down a couple of blocks at around 82nd-83rd Streets. That_s it.

Alternatively, you can get an uptown R or W at Whitehall Street, and transfer to an uptown 4 or 5 at 14th Street/Union Square, then get off at 86th as described above.

What are some great attractions to see driving from Boston to Tampa?|179357

My family and I are traveling to Tampa in July and I am trying to plan stops along the way. I want to see a lot of great stuff. I need your help letting me know what is out there. Thanks!

Stop in DC and see the Smithsonian and any other major attractions you have not seen there. Spend the night in VA as the hotels are cheaper and you will be past the worst of the traffic. If you have already done DC in the past, then stop at Monticello. Then from DC your next stop should be Savannah, GA. Be sure to read Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil before you go to Savannah. They call it _the book_ and refer to it. Take one of the trolley tours as they are reasonable and well worth it. We stop when we are driving up north from Tampa and we stay at the Comfort Suites in the historic district. It has free parking, free breakfast, an indoor pool and the rooms are large and wonderful. You can get a room with two queen size beds and a sleeper sofa so you can fit 6 in the room. It comes with a refrigerator-microwave. The tour buses pick up at the front door and the staff are all very nice. From Savannah drive directly to Tampa.

What are some good malls to visit in Chicago?|191960

I_m going there this weekend and want to know of some good malls for a group of friends to go walk around and shop. Give names and locations.

wood field, gurnee mills, old orchard are the malls that come to my mind at least

westfield merriville iindiana, orland park dont go to river oaks ghetto

Are you going to be actually IN Chicago? Some of the malls others have mentioned are not in Chicago but other surrounding cities and you probably need a car. If you_re talking about places IN Chicago, head for Michigan ave. In addition to Water Tower Place, a huge indoor mall, there are tons of shops up and down the street, so close to each other that you can just walk from one to the other. Niketown, Gap, Saks, Marshalls, H_M, etc. You can also walk up and down State Street and hit places like Macy_s, Nordstrom_s outlet store, etc.

YOu might also want to check out the area on Milwaukee Ave in Wicker Park. It_s more of a younger, hipper, alternative kind of shopping area, but again, the shops are so close that it_s almost like being in a mall.

Finally the Armitage Ave. shopping area (around Armitage and Halsted). Has a lot of shopping as well... Abercrombie and Fitch, Lucky Jeans, etc.

There aren_t very many indoor shopping malls actually IN the city, but there are a lot of shopping areas with lots of shops clustered together.

Ford City Mall
EverGreen Plaza Mall
RidgeWood Mall

thats what come to mah mind at dis momement

Woodfield mall is my favorite but it_s not right in chicago. I_d say your best bet is to head to the Water Tower (michigan ave)

What is the best place to live in the Northwest?|189869

I_m considering moving up there in the summer of 2008.
I currently live in Los Angeles,California. I_m sick of California and I cannot stand the hot weather and I love the rain.I have visited Seattle and Portland many times but I just want some of your opinions.
Thanks!

Seattle is the best place to live in the Northwest, no other city in the region comes close. Of course compared to LA it_s really boring and there really isn_t much to do, but Seattle preferable over Portland.

Sorry but as a long time Portland native I can say that between the terrible traffic and the less friendly downtown scene, that seattle does not match up to Portland. That aside, if you_re looking for something else that you havn_t seen before, check out eugene.-

What is the most cost effective way to get from the Long Beach confrence center to LAX?|193027

How much for a taxi and how long
Public transportation?
Other ways?

The MOST cost effective (but rather time consuming) way is to ride the Metro Blue line north to the Imperial Station. Transfer to the Metro Green line west to the Aviation Blvd. Station. Take the (free) _G_ Shuttle into LAX. Total fare is $2.50, transit time is 1 hour 15 minutes.

You can do the blue to green line thing that someone mentioned, or you can just take the blue line straight up to Union Station and then take the Flyaway shuttle from Union Station to LAX.

super shuttle or primetime shuttle is always good or for public transportation take the BLUE line north and get off where it intersects with the green line. Take the Green line west to the Aviation station and LAX has a FREE shuttle from the Green line to the airport. Shuttle should be around $20 to $30 and the Metro Rail is a couple of bucks.

Shuttle service. You will find them listed under airport shuttle service in the yellow pages (or internet serach).


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How long will the lines be at Cedar Point on opening day?|128927

We are! We_re going to go on opening day, which is May 10. Now, we_ve made a tradition out of going on the very last day,and it_s always in the 40_s in October, with a freakishly cold wind blowing in off the lake, but it keeps the crowds down. But we_ve never gone on opening day. Will it be an absolute mad-house? Or will it be dead? Or somewhere in between? And what about the weather? Hopefully in the 50_s? Thanks to all who post!

You probably meant to post this in another section, not Chicago.

What should I do in New York City for the weekend?|129408

I am planning to go to NYC for a weekend. I have never been there and I want to see the parts that make NYC NYC.

Please don_t advise me to see the empire state bldg or the statue of liberty. Those are obvious.
I want restaurants and hang-out spots.
Thanx in advance.

PS-I live in Chicago.

A popular way to see the city is by boat. It_s one New York City trip you won_t want to miss, and still my favorite way to get the best idea of the City. This 90 minute twilight harbor cruise gives you a wonderful way to see the city and watch the twinkling lights come on.

Some thingsyou don_t want to miss are the various neighborhoods, like lower Manhattan_s Chinatown, go for authentic dim sum and other Chinese delights. Orchard Street on Sunday mornings especially has always been a delight for shopping and eating bialys and bagels. Artsy Soho with all it_s galleries and the trendy TriBeCa. Of course Greenwich Village and now the East Village as well are always a great place to sightsee.

There are museums, not only The Metropolitan and MOMA, but wonderful smaller ones like the Frick Museum and of course, Frank Lloyd Wright_s masterpiece, The Guggenheim with it_s outstanding modern art collection. You can wander for days in these museums. Art movies have always been the thing in New York, I_m sure you_ll find a running of _The Red Shoes_ still on.

Central Park is always an interesting place to go. Located in the very center of Manhattan surrounded by high-rise buildings. Try jogging around the reservoir (made famous by Jackie Kennedy - who jogged there on regular basis). The Central Park Zoo is fun and carriage rides from Central Park South through and around the Park make for a most romantic evening.

Stroll up or down Fifth Avenue for shops galore, don_t miss going into St. Patrick_s at 50th and Fifth, and the Empire State Building can still thrill.

For even more things to do and see in NYC, visit hotelsntravel.com it_s a great site.