Does a slovakian need a visa to visit the united states of America?|106621

I am planning on going to America on holiday and was wondering if i would need a visa, and what kind?
If anyone could please help me with this it would be very grateful...

Thnx

What _Joe C_ tells is just not true; some Americans seem to like to exaggerate on this issue.
Fact is that you cannot apply for a visa waived stay if you should have been arrested or convicted for an offense or crime involving moral turpitude or a violation related to controlled substance; or you should have been arrested or convicted for two or more offenses for which the aggregate sentence to confinement was five years or more; or you should have been a controlled substance trafficker; or you are seeking entry to engage in criminal or unmoral activities.
The definition is also provided by U.S. DHS:
Some examples of crimes involving moral turpitude include, but are not limited to, murder, rape, sexual offenses, crimes against children, prostitution, robbery, theft, fraud and crimes of violence.

http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/trav��
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Since November 17, 2008, Slovaks may travel to the United States on the Visa Waiver Program. To travel on the Visa Waiver Program, you will need a biometric passport, an electronic travel authorization (ESTA
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta)
and your trip must be 90 days or less. ESTA costs nothing - there is no benefit to using websites that charge for information about ESTA, or having anyone apply for ESTA for you. The ESTA application Web site is available in 21 languages and includes a help section that provides additional information for VWP travelers to guide them through the application process.

The (VWP) Visa Waiver Program lets those from the following 35 counties to enter the United States up to a period of 90 (ninety) days without getting a visa.

Andorra, Iceland, Norway, Australia, Ireland, Portugal, Austria, Italy, San Marino, Belgium, Japan, Singapore, Brunei, Latvia, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Liechtenstein, Slovenia, Denmark, Lithuania, South Korea, Estonia, Luxembourg, Spain, Finland, Malta, Sweden, France, Monaco, Switzerland, Germany, The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Hungary and New Zealand.

Please note that not all travelers from VWP countries are eligible to use the program. VWP travelers are required to apply for authorization though the (ESTA) Electronic System for Travel Authorization.

When applying, plan to do it at least three days (or 72 hours) and more if you plan to travel in a busy season where everyone will be applying with yourself as well.

Once in the USA, keep a track of your time so you can file for an extension which must be permitted by from DHS��s United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Best of luck,

Steve

http://411newyork.org

In addition to what Deepak stated I_ll add this caveat, if you have been arrested, even if you were not convicted, a visa is required. In this case the VWP does not apply.

What is the best way to get around Dallas/Fort Worth from DFW airport and things to do?|179959

I am going to be at and around the DFW airport on a Saturday till around 5. What is the best/cheapest/quickest way to get around the Dallas or Ft. Worth area? What are the best things to checkout while in the area?

Rent a car. Car rental from DFW on the weekends is dirt cheap. I reccommend National because you can pick your own car.

EDIT: I found a website with guidelines for under 25 car rental.

Fort Worth is 30 miles west of Dallas. There are attractions in Arlington and Grand Praiie area. Timeing would be a big concern as traffic can slow or stall. There should be traveler brochures of attractions near the car rental or any hotel lobby.

You can take DART rail it is real cheap.

http://www.dart.org/riding/dfwairport.as��

Here is all the info you need and have fun.

Dart rail _ bus system;should be visitors info leaflets at airport telling what may be of interest to visit.

Can My wife give her driving test in Texas using my Employers Car issued on my name?|177177

My car is insured and registered in Dallas TX under the name of my employer.

The employer have given me this car to drive and I have a letter stating this.

Can my wife give her Texas (Behind The Wheel) driving test on this car?What I can do that my wife can give her driving test in Texas using this car?

They don_t care who the car belongs to as long as it_s insured. She won_t have a problem

They don_t care who holds the insurance, the car must be insured to use for the test.
The car would not be in her name since she can_t drive.
The DPS officer checks the paper work and then you drive around for a few minutes.

yea it shouldnt be a problem. She cant have a car in her name right now anyways bc she doesnt have license. They SHOULD only ask to see that they car is insured. Hope all goes well....

What is the smallest and the highest shelter rent of all kinds in Manhattan NYC? In Brooklyn?|189697

I wanted to know from the lowest such as a studio to the highest lets say 2 bedroom manhattan apartment.

Also the same for Brooklyn?

There_s no way to get an absolute answer to this, but you could get some data by finding the highest and lowest rents listed on Craigslist.

A studio apartment in Manhattan, my friend, on the avarge ranges anywhere from $800 to $900. In Brooklyn is between $700 to $800 or more, depending on the landlord.

Good luck

not sure

What is the current law regarding child car seats in Florida?|193434

My kids are 5 and 6, we are from the UK and at home they are required to be in booster seats. We are going to Florida in June and I plan on taking booster seats or maybe buying them from Walmart with as they are really expensive to rent.

I was just wondering what the law is, please don_t answer regarding safety and what would be best, I obviously am going to make sure my kids are safe, I just want to know what the law is.

Thanks.

I am actually surprised...the laws in florida are not as strict as i thought they would be.
Go here...

http://www.iihs.org/laws/ChildRestraint.��

well as far as i know it goes by weight i thnk if they are under 40 pounds they have to be in a car seat and up to 80 pounds you can out them in a booster seat but i dont think you have to i am tryign to think back to when my daughter was car seat age now she is almost 11. Another good thing is to call the hotel you are staying at or if you went thru a travel agent they would know also. have fun remeber drink lots of water and buy alot of sunscreen it is hotter then hell here lol good luck

Under 6 years old, they must be in a child_s seat.

have no idea

Where can I find good breakcore nights in Southern California?|102773

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

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

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

What is a Good place to take My family on vacation?|100682

hi i am 26 my wife 22 and my son is 3. I live in Tennessee and 2 times a year i go on vacation, Usually to Myrtle Beach in the summer. Any way im planning a trip for my family to go somewhere in the month of march, for my anniversary. So where should i go? I also would not mind flying to the bahamas or some place warm. We will spend 7 days where ever we go.

The Grand Canyon, Utah and Las Vegas. You can see incredibly beautiful scenery and then have some great fun. Las Vegas has really changed and is now catering to families much more than it used to. Utah has 5 incredible national parks. If you do Utah then go to the north rim of the Grand Canyon. It_s much better than the tourist infested South Rim. This way you can at least see Bryce Canyon and Zion national parks in Utah. From there to Las Vegas is a pretty short drive. From Bryce National Park to Las Vegas is about 4 hours.
Have fun!!

:Las Vegas I live here but was a visitor for several years.
This is the greatest place on earth and the kid will love it

Australia. Aussie Aussie Aussie Ooi Ooi Ooi. Best place on the planet. Queensland in March...More than I can Afford and I_m an Aussie

It really depend on what type of place you want to spend your vacation, whether you_re looking at the beach, or something different like in the woods, a good place to shop or whatever. If you really want something different, try the Langkawi Island in Malaysia. It_s a free duty island, have nice beaches, warm and hot weather, you can go island hopping, rent a car at reasonable price and drive around the island as you pleased

What is the difference between CharlieCard and CharlieTicket?|125785

For the subway in Massachusetts (the _T_), the new system is with a card or a ticket.

A CharlieCard is a plastic reusable card that stores money on it for the T. A CharlieTicket is paper and cannot have more value added to it. With the Card you get a lower fare of $1.70 per ride. The Ticket is a higher fare of $2.00 per ride.

If you_re just visiting the area, then the Ticket will be your best bet. If you_re moving to the area and will be using the T frequently, I highly recommend using the Card so you get the lower fare.

You get the Charlie Ticket if you are going to just ride the T once or not that often, etc. The Charlie Card you can keep, and add more money too. The ticket is swiped, while the card has information coded into it.

The Charlie ticket is a paper ticket with a magnetic strip that you slide into a machine. The Charlie Card is a plastic card that you wave in front of a sensor. Both are stored value cards, meaning you can put an amount of card and use it each time you ride the T, but the Charlie Ticket charges a surcharge, while the Charlie card only charges the regular T rates (and also allows free transfers from Subway to bus and vice versa). Charlie card is also going to allow for online account management (they might already)

Ok-
Charlie Ticket:
A paper ticket with a magnetic strip that is read on Buses and trains by slipping into the machine, much like a snack machine, and then it is given back to you with the remaining balance. You can get a Charlie Ticket by going up to one of the ATM-looking machines and begin your purchase. at the end of your transaction, a Paper Charlie Ticket and a receipt will print out. The receipt can be thrown away, it_s not goos for anythign but a souveiner. The Charlie Ticket rates are as follows:
Subway-$2.00
Bus-$1.50
Commuter Rail-$1.70-7.75 depending on distance traveled
Boat-$$1.70-Inner harbor ferry
$6.00-Commuter boat
$12.00-Quincy/Hull - Logan
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Charlie Card
A charlie card is a free plastic card that provides a discount on MBTA services. In stead of feeding it into a machine, you scan it like a key card to get into a building, but the machine that reads it will deduct the fare and you will have the remaining balance left on your card. You can get a Charlie Card by asking any MBTA official, they usually have them in stock and they_ll hand one right over. Then you can go over to the ATM- looking machines where you would purchase a Charlie Ticket, and scan your Charlie Card to put balance on it. The machines are very self explanitory, and there are always helpful MBTA officials right there who are always more than willing to walk you through the entire process. Chalir Card Rates are as follows:
Subway: $1.70-plus free subway and local bus transfers
Bus: $1.25-plus free bus transfer
$2.80 Inner Express
$4.00 Outer Express
Commuter Rail-comming soon
Boat-comming soon
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So the cahrlie card gives u a s,all discount that could amount to something if you use the T a lot.

What are the benefits to living in Boston? How do you like it?|174396

I_m from a smaller city on the west coast of approximately 600,000 people and am considering moving to Boston for college. Would the change be reasonable? Advice please!

It depends on what you_re looking for. Boston is a heavily college town. The streets can be difficult to navigate (since it_s a MUCH older city and isn_t as grid-like as other cities), and I know people who don_t care for it. It_s a great historical city if you_re into American history and there_s a lot of things a big city offers--museums, concerts, classes you can take, etc. I_d argue it_s not as diverse, but if you come from a smaller town that might not bother you as much (I guess depending on the demographics of your town.)

It_s a big place, but there are tons of college students out there. Good luck!

I_m from California and went to college in Boston. I had a great time. Of course, it did take some time getting used to living in the city. I rode the subway, walked around, and just explored everything the city had to offer.

The MFA offers free admission to local students. You can watch street acts in Harvard Square. The shopping is superb.

I love that the East Coast has four seasons. But, be warned, the weather can get a little wild. So be prepared for some pretty cold and windy days, it can literally knock your breath away.

Boston_s location also makes it easy to take trips into New York, D.C. and Canada.

If you_re still having trouble making up your mind about Boston, do what I did--visit. I took a tour of the college and the city. I strongly recommend taking a bus tour of the city. I booked one from tours4fun.com. Here_s the link:
http://www.tours4fun.com/monograms-jbb-b��


Good luck, whatever you decide.

What to do on a trip through Yellowstone?|123297

We will be taking a driving trip to Yellowstone National Park, coming from Salt Lake City. We aren_t going camping or doing anything to much like that since we have a little one. What are some good things to do and suggestions for a trip that can still get us outside enough and where to go.

Thanks!

After leaving Salt Lake go through Logan Canyon enroute to Bear Lake Utah �CIdaho. The north end beach is shallow for a longs ways out. Great for young wadders,Stop in Montpelier Id at the National Oregon-California Trail Center. After going through Star valley Wy head up the Snake River canyon to Jackson Wy. Make sure you take in the Bar J Chuckwagon - Jackson Hole, Wyoming - Chuckwagon Supper and Western Show. Folks of all ages enjoy it.
Once in Yellowstone just take in whatever your time allows. I have been to Yellowstone many times _ there isn��t any must see attractions I would recommend anymore than the other. Of course everyone _ their dogs have to visit Old Faithful geyser
.If you are interested in a senic drive After visiting Yellowstone Park exit through the Northeast Entrance, which leads you to Beartooth Pass.The Beartooth Highway is an All-American Road that has been called _the most beautiful drive in America,_ by late CBS correspondent Charles Kuralt. Due to heavy snowfall at the top, the pass is usually open each year only from Memorial Day in late May through Labor Day in September From Bertooth Cody Wy _ The Buffalo Bill Historical Center is your next destination. I think a younger child would enjoy this.
One other suggestion before you get to Jackson. Rent an ATV at Alpine Wy _ go for a cruise up the Greys River road. We have ATV of our own _ all the youngsters love riding along with us.

You can do a couple of driving tours of the park itself. There are stops along the way for short little walks, and you_ll see some geysers, wildlife, etc.

The Grand Tetons are very close. I don_t know how young the child is, but you can take a ride down the Snake River. It_s pretty calm, and quite lovely.

I lived in Wyoming for several years, visited Yellowstone rather often. Needless to say it covers a rather large area.

A drive north from Jackson-past the Grand Tetons-then through Grand Teton park is very scenic.

Not sure how much time you have. But to help with your planning, here is a very good link to view. Covers the park. And various activities.

What is a good/nice hotel to stay at while going on vacations to Hawaii?|177171

My Husband and I are going to Hawaii in November but can not decide where to stay. So we thought we_d look for a few suggestions and ideas. Ofcourse he wants to do the Luau and I want to go scubba diving and want to try out Surfing.

On Oahu, the Pacific Beach Hotel would be my #1 choice. It is located right across the street from Waikiki Beach!

Well Oahu is filled with Japanese and American tourists.
Maui is very nice, probably the 2nd most tourists go there.
Kauai is very pretty and lush, with not so many people.
The Big Island has an active volcano flowing into the ocean.

I have been to those four islands and I like Maui probably the most, but they all have something different. Hawaii has 11 of the 13 different climates. You can do a Luau and go scubba diving on any of these islands. So you have to pick the island you want first, then try to find a hotel, unless you are going to multiple islands.

Stay in Wailea in the South of Maui. Its AWESOME! The Maui Prince hotel has the best deals and best beach.

where in Hawaii will you be staying at? (Hilo, Honolulu, Kauai, Kona, Maui).
-Honolulu i recommend Halekulani and Waikiki Parc Hotel
-Maui i recommend Hale Kaanapali and Kihei Beach Resortquest Maui

Try www.hawaii.com
Pick an island _ go to accommodations. They list everything from Hotels,B_Bs, Condos, even rentals. One thing to remember is that you are on an island...If you choose garden view you save a $50-100/night. If you stay 3-5 blocks away from the water you may save $200/night. More money to do those Activities.
Personally I like Maui. Divings great..Watch the sunrise at the top of Haleakala, and then bike down from the 10,023 feet summit to sea level. You_ll glide 38 miles down pedaling less than 500 yards of the way.
The Old Lahaina Luau is concidered the best. Its pricey but it_s a full dinner open bar and great show on the beach.
If your just into surfing Ho_okipa Beach Park is not for you but... this is a great place to watch surfing _ it_s the windsurfing capital of Hawai_i. Some of the Islands_ biggest surf breaks during the winter surf season.

What are the best neighborhoods in Miami and best places i those hoods 2 meet marriage material women?|175811

n i dont mean pretty church girls that that r good girls in front of their parents and behind their parents backs act like prostitues. Im talking about 100% good girls with morals.

i agree with darkness_55 and iboom is just ignorant. I guess you should just avoid the clubs; assuming those would be the _party girls_ you don_t want.

what the heck kind of question is this? it is like me asking where do you think i can go find a suit case of money. There is no such place for you sorry! you can find the love of your life in a bar or in a bus stop. life has no recipes for success it is all about timing and what you put into it. not all church girls are whores and not all whore looking girls at clubs are that way either. everyone goes through a learning process and then they change. good luck and be more open to try different things

Why not just get a used and abused woman from the hood? Check out Liberty City, Overtown, North Miami, Opa Locka, Atlantic City, Carol City, Little Haiti, or anything around Opa Locka Airport.

How do I get to Brooklyn, to Eastern Parkway and Kingston Avenue subway station from JFK airport?|112778

I need directions on going from JFK airport to Eastern Parkway and Kingston Avenue subway station. How do I get there?

At JFK, look for the B15 bus. Take that to New Lots Avenue subway station. Transfer to the #3 subway train. Take that to the Kingston Avenue subway station.

You didn_t say what time of day. Between Midnight and 6 AM the #3 is replaced by the #4 train.

What is your favorite New Jersey Beach and why?|112380

I have been to many of them but some I have not. I have my own faves. I_m wondering what others think.

Spring Lake is very quiet and clean, and has a nice (and preppy) town, but it doesn_t have much of a boardwalk, and you technically can_t eat on the beach. It is my personal favorite.
Sea Girt is very similar, but has even less of a boardwalk and a worse town.
Cape May has a nice town, but the beach is narrow and kind of choppy.
Point Pleasant_s beaches are really busy, with huge crowds who come because of the big boardwalk which has kiddie rides, games, shops, food, etc. The beaches tend to have a lot of trash, and it is really hard to get parking.

Well my favorite beach is Sea Isle City because there are so many young people that go there and the bars there are awesome. Its a very small beach though. Its close to Stone Harbor and Avalon which are really nice beaches as well. My next favorite is Ocean City and North Wildwood.

Is Myrtle Beach still a family friendly place during Bike Week?|163773

My small family and I are planning a three night trip down to Myrtle Beach (My husband and I along w/ our 2 year old daughter). It just so happens to be during Bike Week. My best friend (who does not live there) said she_s seen pictures of topless chicks riding around on bikes and she said it may not be a good time to go down there. There isn_t really anywhere else we want to go.
I can_t imagine a place being so bad, that a family should avoid it completely. I_d like to here from a local and get their opinion.

Hi there. I live here in North Myrtle Beach and have been here for more than a year. I have seen all three _bike_ weeks/weekends.
The fall rally is a lot smaller than the spring rally. The only real problem is the traffic and watching out for bikes.
Um..have yet to see a _topless_ chick on a bike. (During the Memorial Day bike rally there are a lot of questionable outfits--but it is centered around Atlantic Beach anyway.)
Overall I think you would be okay during the fall bike week. If you can, try to find a place closer to the north end of Myrtle Beach or North Myrtle Beach. You can avoid a lot of the traffic that way.
Have a great time! I love it here and don_t ever want to move!

You can see that kind of stuff at bars, suck bang blow, the rat hole and other bars that cater to HD riders. I_ve been to 2 bike weeks and also own a home in MB and its a great place to go to, even in bike week. Just watch your speed limit on 17 business and 17 bypass, MBPD really means it when they put up a speed limit.

I_m not a local, but I_ve been to other bike weeks and I_ve spoken to people who have been to Myrtle Beach during bike week.

You won_t see women riding around with their tops off. You may, if your lucky see one flash em for a second. The police tend to have zero tolerance for that type of stuff during bike weeks. Most of the really wild stuff will happen at a private business, i.e. a camp ground or a bar. There is a famous bar for bikers in Myrtle Beach called Suck Bang Blow, where they do burn out contests in doors. What you will see a lot of is girls wearing ***-less chaps with a thong and a leather tank top.

The two things about bike week that would keep me away are that the prices for hotels will be higher than normal and I_ve heard that the traffic during bike week is REALLY bad. A local in MB told me about the traffic. From experience in MB not during bike week, the traffic is really bad, if it_s worse during bike week then it must be a parking lot.

What does a citizen of Mexico need to travel to the USA for vacation only?|189767

I know we Americans can pretty much go freely with just a passport to other countries, but what if someone from Mexico wants to visit? I have some half brothers who I would like to come visit me someday. What would they need? They are 18 and 20 years old. I know Europeans need a Visa and a lot of other junk unless it is for business or education, but since Mexico is kind of linked, what would they need nowadays especially with the illegal immigration.

Most Europeans need only their passport to visit the U.S. Mexican citizens must apply for a B-2 tourist visas through the nearest Mexican embassy or consulate. They must first get a Mexican passport. It is extremely difficult for a Mexican citizen to get a visa to visit the U.S., especially if they are young males and do not own a home or a business. I have witnessed this over and over. The visa officer they have their interview with will presume they will not leave the U.S when they are supposed to, and they must have a way of convincing him they have compelling reasons to return home. This is clearly stated on the visa instruction page and is not just for Mexicans, but for people from every country that is required to have a visa for the U.S. Overstaying and violating visas is a huge problem, that is why it is so very hard to get one. See site below. This is the starting point for applying for a visa. all instructions are there.

Where is a good beach to take kids in the Disneyland area?|173720

We are planning a trip to Disneyland next month and want to take the kids to the beach one day. My kids are 2 girls, ages 7 and 9. What are some good places in the Anaheim area? Directions would be helpful also. Thanks!

The best place to see beach-wise is Newport Beach. It_s an easy 15 minute drive if you go after the morning rush hour (after 10am) or before the afternoon starts (before 3pm).

Go south on Hwy 5, and then south again on hwy 55. Stay on the 55 until it ends onto Newport Blvd, and just keep going straight. You will end up int the heart of Newport at Pacific Coast Highway and Newport Blvd. From there, it_s easy to find the water, or you could also take a drive around Balboa Island, or Lido Isle (these are both small man-made islands that are easily accessible by bridges). At your hotel, they should be able to give you a map of the area that will make it easier to find your way around.

There_s a really nice shopping center called Fashion Island, if you_re so inclined that has great shops and places to eat that_s not too far down the coast. If you go further south on Coast Highway for another 15 miles or so, you_ll end up in Laguna Beach, which is also VERY nice for scenery although the traffic can be pretty awful, especially in the summertime. It_s still worth the drive, and if you take your time and just meander, it_s a nice day trip to take from Anaheim, down the 55 into Newport and then further down into Laguna Beach. When you_re ready to head back to Anaheim, just go back the way you came - north on Coast Highway, back to Newport Blvd, and turn right until it merges with the 55, and then go north on highway 5 again until Disneyland. For simplicity, that_s probably the easiest.

Have a great time !!

Any OC beach will be fun.
But I would go to Huntington or Bolsa Chica (in Huntington but _officially_ a separate beach). Both are easy to get to and family friendly. There is also, Main St right at the end of the pier to walk around the beach shops.

At the end of the pier is Ruby_s Diner, a _50s style diner. Last time I was there, I saw dolphins, porpoises, and pelicans. This restaurants are on many of the OC piers.

I wouldn_t go to Newport. It_s not 15 mins anytime, it_s probably 30 mins without traffic and add the summer time beach traffic - it could be 1 hour after getting off the freeway.

If you_re in Anaheim, you can take Magnolia, Beach or Brookhurst all the way down to Huntington Beach. Probably the least complicated way to get to a beach from Anaheim.

But all the beachs in OC are beautiful: Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Corona Del Mar...

There is no beach in Anaheim, but go down to Corona Del Mar, its a nice beach, and has tide pools for them to look at too. A hill to climb to the lil secluded beach, and gated off sea cave. My kids loved going there.

What are people in Seattle looking for in a roommate?|173323

And where is the best place to look? Craigs list just sends me fake people from God knows what country. Alot of places out here seem to be co-ed and that is not what I am looking for. I am out of ideas.

Then go through a roommate-placing agency instead of trying to do it for free.

And delete the dupe of this question - a bit annoying you asked it twice.

Someone hot who they can slip it in when they_re drunk together, wake up and act like nothing happened.

Check the PI/Seattle Times and Seattle Weekly and The Stranger as well to find more listings. Try the online versions of those papers which usually has more updated ads.

Walk around the University district! Plenty of places around there have signs hanging from the building saying *roommates needed, rooms available*. Even if you aren_t a student at UW, a good amount of places will take you anyways.

What methods of payment do most motels take?|110290

My new debit card is arriving late in the mail (I had to change accounts), and I am leaving on a road trip tonight. Although I should be able to reach my destination without stopping-I_d like a back up plan. Are there any motels (cheap ones) that accept cash, paypal, or anything other than a debit card?

many take cash or a CC even Debit Card.. used them all

Most lodging locations take a credit card when checking in and then at checkout. However, everyone takes US cash currency _=just make sure you get a receipt!

Hope the Above Info Helps!

They will take cash, but you have to pay in full when you check in.

I_m sure many will take cash. To be sure, you could call in advance and ask. Most prefer debit or credit cards.

How easy is it to become a street vendor in hawaii?|108930

I would like to sell fruit on the beach in hawaii and would like to get an idea of the process in getting street vendor permit for this Business.

It isn_t easy at all, and pretty much cannot be done. It_s not like many cities, you can_t get a permit for that sort of thing, especially on public property. All the concession licenses are given out for multi-year leases.

I don_t think it is a good idea. The lifeguards will probably chase you off the beach. If you get a permit, the lifeguards are not going to like you. Selling fruit on the beach (Waikiki), nah no go.

Maybe on the street and in the malls along Waikiki, but there are already a bunch of people selling something. To rent your space . . . expensive.

don_t try, you_ll fail miserably... sorry....

kthnxbai

Does anyone have any recommendation for the best vacation spots in North Carolina?|185837

I will be in North Carolina next week for a seminar and will have three days to spend vacationing. We will have a rental car so we could really drive anywhere. As Wisconsinites, we are thinking it would be best to head to the Coast, but that is a big stretch of land! Any recommendations for must-see destinations in North Carolina? Thanks!

I have heard about the outer banks being a great place to vacation. It_s pretty far from Charlotte - I want to say 6 or 7 hours.

I don_t know where you will be in North Carolina but you might want to check out the Outerbanks area. Wilmington is nice too or so I have heard. I lived in Charlotte but never made it out to Wilmington. My parents did though and a former hair stylist of mine.

If it_s not too far - I think you should visit Charleston, SC. I_ve heard from multiple people that it_s beautiful and a great city to visit. It_s on the coast.

If interested in the beach, suggest Wilmington. There are several beaches near this small city; Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach. Also Wilmington has great restaurants and several good golf course.

If the mountains, try Ashville. Builtmore House is located there and take at least a day to see / do everything. Located near a national park with great day hiking trails.

North Carolina has many possibilities from mountains on one side of the state to the coast on the other side. I live in the mountains near Asheville, NC- and many people fall in love with our Blue Ridge mountains, try a drive on the parkway, visiting crabtree meadows and mt. mitchell (the tallest mountain peak east of the Mississippi river! Western NC is full of mountain culture and scenic nature with our wildlife. We have caves, mining, hiking, rafting, swimming, about all you can think of in the mountains!
-then between the mountains and the coast is central NC, which is not super amazing but full of true southern culture within all the small communities. (also in this area is the cities of Raleigh and Charlotte which are top places. If you like amusement parks then Charlotte has Carowinds Theme Park which is full of thrill roller coasters. Its the only amusement park that sits in 2 states. It_s divided on the NC _ SC state line.
-Then as you stated: If you prefer the coast then the NC coast is very secluded compared to neighbor states. As Virginia Beach, VA to our north and Myrtle Beach, SC to our south are huge tourist traps, especially Myrtle beach, SC-if you would love the nightlife, shopping and huge activities. If you rather enjoy a scenic relaxing area then the NC coast is right for you. the southern coastal area of our state is home to Wilmington and other popular beaches which are family friendly and a little more populated then the rest of the NC coast. The rest of the NC coast is our outer banks with the Atlantic ocean on one side and the Pamlico sound on the other. The outer banks is a very exciting experience with nothing but sand and ocean along the way. You literally travel down the coast on a road that gets so narrow at times that you see only sand and ocean on each side of the road with warning signs of water crossing roadway. There are many lighthouses, restraunts, shops and hotels along theouter bankss as well and also in Kitty Hawk, NC which is on the banks is the area and memorial of the Wright brothers taking the first flight, inventing air transportation. but myPersonall favorit spot on the outer banks is OCRACOKE ISLAND-awesome! it is at the southern tip of the outerbanks and the only way to reach this is by the free ferry. you drive down the outerbanks which eventually ends at a ferry port where you board the ferry and then drive off onto Ocracoke Island which is majority protected national seashore meaning there is nothing! The island has wild spanish horses everywhere- they are believed to have swam ashore when a ship had sank many years ago, also there is the small fishing village of Ocracoke on the other end of the island, with the area where the infamous Blackbeard the pirate landed. Overall you will find something to do in this state! From the mountains to the coast and everywhere between. I hope you guys enjoy NC and see what it has to offer!

What are the neighborhoods in Huntington Beach, CA that put up a lot of christmas lights?|175406

My friend and I want to look at the neighborhoods that go all out with the decorations but since I just moved here I don_t know where to find them. I heard that one is on Brookhurst and Heil?
Thanks :)

There is a small neighborhood with good decorations at the north-east corner of Westminster and Bolsa Chica.

Is there an outlet store in the Las Vegas area that sells discounted outdoor equipment?|160720

Is there an outlet store in the Las Vegas area that sells discounted outdoor equip? Like tents/hiking boots and other things for people who travel/backpack or are outdoors-ish?

Try the one at ProBass

google vegas outlet mall to see if there are thing that you want. Also VegasNature.com has places for you to hike around Vegas.

How long would it take on the Metro from Thousand Oaks to San Diego?|186504

Any info on how the metro works and changing at stations would be helpful.

You cannot take the Metro from Thousand Oaks to San Diego because the Metro does not go to San Diego.

http://www.socalthemeparks.com/la-county��

You will have to take the Metro to Oceanside which is the end of the line and take the Coaster from Oceanside to San Diego.
http://www.socalthemeparks.com/san-diego��
Total trip should take about 3 1/2 hours

Another way to do it is to take the Metro from thousand oaks to downtown LA Union Station, then take Amtrak to San Diego.

What is the best, cheapest way to get airline tickets?|107028

I Live in Texas and I_m going to visit my boyfriend in North Carolina before he goes to Iraq. I_m kind of broke so I need the cheapest tickets available.

Online at these sites:

www.priceline.com
www.cheaptickets.com
www.expedia.com
www.travelocity.com
www.booking.net

TRY PRICELINE.COM

Check out http://www.kayak.com/

What are some fun things to do within a 50 mile radius of Greensboro, NC?|105668

I am spending next weekend in Greensboro, NC. What are some fun things to do within 50 miles driving distance? We are 50ish and like outdoor stuff as well as museums and good eating. Any Greensboro locals have some suggestions?

Welcome!! Two parks that are close are Hanging Rock State Park _ Pilot Mountain State Park. They have some great hikes of varying degrees of difficulty. There are several small parks in the city, if you want them for walking - the Bicentennial Park _ Bog Garden, Country Park, the Arboretum, to name a few. There are tons of places to eat. On the more upscale, there is the Green Valley Grill, the Chop House Grill, Lucky 32, _ one of my favorites, the Village Tavern. In the lower price range, we love Pie Works (pizza) which has a wide range of pizzas. For Mexican, I would recommend Wholly Guacamole, for Italian, Villa Rosa (their marinara is amazing). I included the listing for our visitor_s bureau. I haven_t been to a museum in town other than the children_s museum. If you get a chance, take in a show at the theater(not movies).

Making a trip to Gainesville from Miami any good transportation?|173316

I need to make a trip for July 3rd but I need an alternative since for some reason or another my dear mother thinks its too expensive (go figure) to go on Greyhound or Amtark. Yes there are buses that takes students, I_ve yet to go to the UF and most trips are from Gainesville to Miami not the other way around. Does anyone know what other buslines are a little less expensive than Greyhound?

El Expresso. Valley Transit. El Expresso is Super Cheap. One Way from Houston, TX to Monterrey, Mexico== $ 25.00! Yes Thar is Twenty-Five Dollars Total.

Sorry. Greyhound is it. Nothing else is out there.

How many hours to travel from Tucson to Grand Canyon?|157458

im planning to stay in glendale for 5 days, and get around phoenix for another 2 days, then planning to go to Tucson for another sightseeing. From then, i will travel north, heading to the Grand Canyon.

How many hours will it take me to get to the Grand Canyon? Coz right after that, i_ll cross Nevada and California as well, and i only have 20 days to make up this tour. Thanks in advance!

6 to 6.5 hours depending on how many times you stop for gas and to eat.

About 6 hours. It_s a pretty boring ride until you get past Phoenix, then it_s get_s interesting. Very _mountainy_ and scenic. You definitely need to have both hands on the wheel at that point. I just went that way last week. ( to the Grand Canyon from Tucson )

You really are looking at 5-6 hours depending on traffic in the Phoenix area. Make sure you look to your left to see the Sedona Red Rocks as you go up the I-17.

Checkout this website
http://tucson.nyctourist.com/

to find out travel times.

it is 345 miles to gc from 2son az it will take you 5 hr and 31 min. least that is what map quest tells me.

Your looking around 5-6 hours!

How is the drive from Sacramento to Reno during the last two months of Dec.?|184952

Is it snowing right now? Will it be snowing? Is it a hard drive similar to South Lake Tahoe (with lots of curves and cliffs) or an easy drive? I would love to take my two girls there on Christmas if the drive is easy. Please let me know your thoughts.

The weather is pretty changeable-one day it_s clear, the next it_s not. Just make sure you keep an eye on the weather a few days before your trip. And carry chains, even if the forecast doesn_t call for snow.

As for the drive itself, when the weather_s nice it will be beautiful. If you_re taking Hwy 50 (which is the best way to get to South Shore from Sac), it does go down from four lanes to two after Pollock Pines so be prepared for heavy traffic.

Where is the closest car rental to the Flamingo?|170054

I will be staying on the strip @ the Flamingo and want to rent a car for a day. I would prefer not to rent from the airport and was told that some hotels have car rental keyosks.
What would be the closest one to the Flamingo?

budget is not there any more, but Hertz is. Just go to the concierge desk.

Hi Janet,
I believe you will find Budget has a rental location at the Flamingo. Doing a little research I found the site listed below. Unless you are going out of town I suggest you use the public transportation while on the strip ( Deuce bus, Monorail) not a car. Have a wonderful time and stay safe.

As in many hotels there is a car rental desk in the lobby near check-in and concierge. I forget which is in Flamingo..Hertz or Budget or? But I do remember seeing it there last year. You can rent the car there and drop off on way to airport (they then shuttle you rest way to airport if it_s off site)

You can begin a car rental process at any concierge desk in any hotel in Vegas. They will come and pick you up and take you to the rental office.

Check with the concierge at Flamingo. If they don_t then across the street at another casino they would have one. BTW Enterprise will come directly to go.

go to anywho.com

What places in New York City are there where you can sit down and get a good view?|171073

A good view of the skyline or nature that_s accessible by train or bus. Somewhere I can just sit down, and read and think.

Definitely check out the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

It_s got a lovely view of lower Manhattan, and there are many benches line the promenade. You can get there pretty easily by taking the R train to Court Street. Get off on the side that says _Montague Street_ and take the elevator to the street.

Walk along Montague Street AWAY from Court Street (Court Street is the busy street that is perpendicular to Montague.) Montegue Street dead ends into the Promenade after 5 blocks or so.

The view is just breathtaking!

The best views of the NYC skyline are from Jersey. You could take the PATH train to Hoboken and sit in the plaza around the corner from the path station. You could take a bus from Port Authority to Weehawken or West NY and sit on a bench on Blvd East, or go over to 38st and the river and take the ferry to weehawken.
Good Luck

Only nature in NYC is Central Park.

To see a panorama skyline you have to get away from the island, like on a ferry. Go to the Statue of Liberty perhaps.
Or go to NJ.

Otherwise, look up and there_s the skyline all over the city

I like Battery Park city, down near where the World Trade Center site. There is a nice park that that runs all the way down to the ferry. Nice way to pass some time.

I like Battery Park. Fond memories of sitting there looking out towards the Statue of Liberty and just enjoying the sunshine.

central park or top of a high building or empire state building

What is the best and inexpensive place for spring break within a few miles from louisiana?|146143

never been before and am planning a trip?

Mississippi Gulf Coast ? was it ever rebuilt ? I think the casinos are working

thats a crap answer.

GULF SHORES !

check out this one example:
http://www.gulfshores.com/packages-hot-d��

Low-limit poker in Lake Charles.

I don_t know what you mean by a _few miles_... If you don_t want to stay in Louisiana (At least when I was a student at LSU, there were a lot of us that went to New Orleans), you could go to one of the following: Gulf Shores (MS), Pensacola (FL), and Houston or Galveston (TX). You should go Spring Break in Miami (downtown for Ultra Music Festival or south beach) or Ft. Lauderdale - it_s going to be sooooooooooooo awesome this year.

What is the best public transportation to get from Dupont Cir to Annapolis on a day trip?|172032

I_m staying in Dupont Cir, and want to get to Annapolis for the Sailboat show in October. I will have flown in, so have no car.

This one sucks. I commute to Annapolis from Georgetown (near DuPont Circle) all the time.

The best bet, is to catch the red line at DuPont Circle, transfer at Metro Center to the orange line and take it all the way to New Carrolton. From there...sigh...you_ll probably have to take a cab. But if you go to metroopensdoors.com they can route it out specifically to see if there is a bus that can take you from the New Carrolton stop to your specific destination in Annapolis

There_s always Supershuttle or other van/Limo service which is very pricely - especially from DC.

If you have a credit card, you can reserve a car at
http://www.flexcar.com
or
http://www.zipcar.com
and use the car to drive back and forth to Annapolis - such a service will cost around $80 but gas is included.

There is a MTA commuter bus which travels from New Carrollton to Annapolis but only operates in the rush hour direction (mornings going towards DC and evenings going towards Annapolis). There is no weekend service for the commuter bus.

The last option is taking the Green Line from Gallery Place to Greenbelt, taking the B-30 bus to BWI, taking the Light Rail to Linthicum and another Light Rail to Cromwell and waiting for the #14 bus which goes to Annapolis - too convoluted and too time consuming - even though the service runs 7 days a week.

You have two options-- either take the Greyhound or PeterPan bus to Annapolis or rent a car for a day.

To rent a car, take the blue line metro to DCA (National Airport-- takes about 10-15 min from Dupont) and then rent a car from the airport to drive to Annapolis. If you are going on a weekend, you can rent a car for as little as $25-$30 a day from one of the big rental companies. It might be a pain to park the car in Dupont (or it will be really expensive) so you will probably be better off returning it after the trip rather than keeping it for the whole time you are in DC.

If you take the bus, you need to take the red line metro from Dupont to Union Station and go to the bus terminal. I think the bus trip takes about 2.5 hours and leaves a few times each day. You should check out Greyhound or PeterPan_s website for the schedule.

What is the youngest age of a child that you have taken or seen at a Disney World fireworks display?|155693

Or any fireworks for that matter. But I am mainly asking because my son will be about 10 months old when we plan to go. And I wanted to know if that could be to young for the fireworks and if I should find someone to watch him while my husband and I go. (Seeing the fireworks over the castle has been a dream of mine for a LONG time).

Thanks.

Hi,
I say definitely take him with you. I have a 10 month right now and I would take him! If only I was in Disney! All my kids have loved the Disney Fireworks from the first time they ever saw them.

If you are concerned about his ears, just be sure to have earplugs or a blanket or something to muffle the sound. Also, you do not have to be right up at the Castle to enjoy the fireworks. Try watching from the Main Street Train Station, or even from the Polynesian Resort beach.

Unless you have relatives or friends traveling with you, I would not bother getting someone to babysit while you watch the fireworks. Take him with you - it will be more special.

For more information about Disney World Fireworks, check out the link below. And don_t forget to see Illuminations over at Epcot - that is my all-time FAVORITE!!

Have a wonderful trip,
K

Take him with you. Babies love the lights and colors. You may want to cover his ears with something because of the noise, but he will love it.

Get some hearing protection for your kiddo and enjoy the fireworks. It_s the noise that usually scares them.


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About six years ago we seen a 8 or 9 month old little girl who was MESMERIZED by them!! Bring your son, he_ll either love it or fall asleep (especially if you spend some time at magic kingdom, mine do!) And sometimes the noise does scare them but mostly it_s still quieter than our house!!

Have fun!!!!

The youngest child I_ve taken to see the fireworks at Disney was 2 years old, and she was too young. The noise bothered her.

I like the idea from another answer for ear protectors...

It isn_t just the noise though; it can be very crowded and the fireworks are usually done at 10:00 pm, babies are sometimes fussy late in the evening.

If your 10 month old is well rested, and you don_t mind comforting your little one if he gets fussy, then bring him along. On the other hand; it might also be sweet for just you and your husband to see the fireworks on your own.

Take him with you. You need to get the child ready for loud noises, and it ahs to happen sometime!

I took my then 6-month old to see them in January of last year and he absolutely loved it. He starred wide-eyed, mouth agape and was totally entranced. Remember that besides the noise that someone mentioned from the fireworks that there is music playing too, so if your son is especially sensitive to noise then ear plugs might be the way to go.

Another option if you feel your son might not do well with the noise is to view the fireworks from the California Grill (at the Contemporary Resort - 407-939-3463). The meal is good and the view is fantastic (and no noise!).

Have a wonferful trip.

W3 T00K MY LiTTLE BR0TH3R H3S WAS 0NLY 1

Where are some cool and fun vacation places for teenagers?|195045

I have a 18 year old and a 15 year old and they love to shop. I want something that they can enjoy.

I would say Atlanta if you want shopping..we have the worlds largest aquarium, a great zoo, six flags park, white water (a water park), turner field, and many other things..

We have tons of shopping here..including the mall of Georgia with Macy_s, Dillard_s, Nordstrom, Armani Exchange, Coach, J. Crew, Old Navy, and Pottery Barn to name a few stores.

We are also conveniently located right next to Savannah Georgia and Chattanooga Tennessee which offers swimming, kayaking, canoeing and fishing.

We also have the Atlanta motor speedway, the Atlanta braves games at turner field, the Atlanta hawks basketball games at Phillips arena and the Atlanta falcons games in the Georgia dome..so much to do check it out

Beautiful Sunny Southern California. All the tourist attractions similar to Florida ( Disney,Universal,Six Flags) and more Knotts Berry Farm, Seaworld, Santa Monica Pier, Hollywood and Highland in Hollywood, or if you have lots of money, you can shop among the stars on Melrose ave, in Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive...

Not sure what area you are in but Myrtle Beach South Carolina and Charleston South Carolina are great fun! Lots of shopping and tons to see and do....

Cherokee North Carolina and Asheville North Carolina are also good spots.

Go to the Orlando area. Disney is always fun, especially MGM studios which is meant more for teens and adults. Or you can always go to Universal Studios, walk the beach, etc, etc

Cool place for teenagers is Los Angeles.

Universal City Walk is awesome for shopping and just general browsing. You can also go to the original Universal theme park. You are then close enough to go to Hollywood and check that out and also see all of the stars in the sidewalk. Then depending on your tastes, you could go to the beach and/or Santa Monica. You could check out all the museums or just take a short trip up the the 5 freeway and go to Magic Mountain (if they like roller coasters) or take a longer trip over to Disneyland.

I_d say Disneyland is not _all that_, but it depends on your tastes.

There a bunch of other things to do too. If you teenagers are girls, then maybe a stroll down rodeo drive would be cool.

I say, Los Angeles/Hollywood/Beverly Hills/Santa Monica...is pretty exciting for teenagers. You might even see a movie star, although it might be one of those girls driving around drunk and carrying on....poor Britney.

How much should a moving company cost?|196405

I_m moving from Tampa, FL to Atlanta, GA. I have a 2 bedroom apt with not a whole lot of stuff and only 6 big pieces of furniture. How much should a good company charge? Can anyone recommend anyone good they have used?

Get a transit van and drive it yourself.

Too bad that_s not what I asked... where are all the helpful people at?

What kind of weather can I expect in San Diego during December?|106623

Mainly I would like to know the temperatures I can expect. I only want to go there if I can enjoy the beach and go swimming. Coming from Boston, so 70 degrees is warm for me. Thanks.

I live in SD. Have for my whole life. December can range anywhere from 50-80 degrees during the day, and expect about a 20-30 degree drop at night. It was 88 at my house today, but realize that the temperature varies with where you are in the city, too. Inland tends to be warmer than the coast does, even if you_re just a few miles in.

Water at the beach will be in the 50 degree range in December.

type san diego into yahoo weather. or noaa.gov and you will get weather
info. for today and the next ten days that should give you a ballpark
estimate

it_s usually only a bit chilly.
theres that occasional ONE week of rain,
but other than that, winter_s just cloudy, nothing else.

sunny. i_ve been there before.. but in summer..

What are you supposed to do with salt from the salt flats in Utah?|105263

Someone brought me some as a gift and I_m not sure what I_m suposed to do with it. Thanks!

First off, I wouldn_t eat it or use it in cooking.

Second, you could spread it out on your table and race your _hot Wheels_ cars around pretending to set speed records.

You might recognize the Salt Flats from the Pirates of the Caribbean 3 movie - Jack_s ship was stranded on the Salt Flats. So I guess you could claim it as movie memorabilia

See link

put it on ya dim sims....

How hard is it to get a Metra train from Union Station Chicago?|193143

I will be coming in on Amtrack and need to catch Metra to Itasca. Is there a map of the Metra train locations?

ok, the metra u want is in union station as well.....you want to catch the metra milwaukee west line....you can call 312.836.7000 for travel times or
http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com/

Union station and the Ogilve transportation building (metra station) are across the street from each other.

http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com/...


Good Luck

metrarail.com once you get there, the maps are FOOLproof. Plus they are all commuter trains. they won_t sell out.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of living in NYC?|171547

What_s the least salary you have to earn in order to live well in New York City?

A couple needs a combined income of $100,000, a single about $65,000 to live well in Brooklyn or Queens. In Manhattan you need to have more money yet there is so much do to. Advantages in NYC job opportunities. Disadvantages the back stabbing job atmosphere.

What is the best and affordable way to go from CT to DC?|143167

From New Haven to DC Metro area. I don_t wanna use the car due to high gas prices but I realized Amtrak train is way too expensive. Greyhound is equally expensive and takes such a long time. Is there any other way to go from CT to DC that is affordable and does not take too much time?

Well, if you_ve ruled out Greyhound and Amtrak because of cost, then you might be in a bit of bind. However, you can take the commuter train (MTA Metro-North Railroad...
http://www.mta.info/mnr/html/mnrmap.htm
) from New Haven to New York City, the ticket is like $13 (one way, off peak) if you buy it on the web. From New York, you can take the cheaper _dragon_ buses that run between Chinatown, NYC and Chinatown, DC. Those are much cheaper than Greyhound (like $20 one way, $35 round trip) but you need to get into NYC first.
http://www.chinatown-bus.org/
The entire thing is going to cost _$60 roundtrip....

Once you_re in the DC area, you can just use the Metro to get to wherever your final destination is...
http://www.wmata.com

Those are pretty much the only ways to go. Flying is probably going to be even more expensive and not even the best way as far as time (since you_d have to go out of either Hartford or NYC and then deal with parking at the airport, going through security, etc... which would add to the cost and time of the trip). There are cheap buses that go from NYC to Washington (I believe as low as $15 each way) but they may not have the best safety records. Not to mention Greyhound is trying to compete and has lowered their fares accordingly on certain trips. But unfortunately these are likely your only options - unless you hitchhike... Or share a ride with someone and share expenses

I know Amtrak is expensive, but it really is the best way to get from New Haven to DC in a timely fashion. Once you_re in DC, you can use Metro rail and bus to get around.

How is the quality compared from Huntington Beach to Santa Barbara?|152319

I went to Huntington Beach last weekend, and it seems the air quality is bad. Either that or the air quality in Santa Barbara is super good. I_m asking, like, what_s the comparison? EX) huntington beach has air quality worse 2 times than santa barbara. i dont know but something like that.

First link is Huntington Beach the second link is Santa Barbara and the last link is where I started looking

The politically correct answer is that Santa Barbara has better air quality, but in reality it_s not really different.

For example, many people see the inversion layer or even the marine layer and assume that the air isn_t healthy. Some confuse haze for pollution.

The prevailing weather conditions impact the way people _see_ the air more often than any dangerous pollution.

What is the closest hotel to the Seattle Convention Center?|189001

Thanks...I am attending a convention in March and I need a hotel with a good location.

Below is a list of hotels less than a mile away from the convention center. If your going to stay for a few days i would recommend Seattle suites they have full kitchens and are very nice with great views. Hope this is useful!

Seattle Suites
1400 Hubbell Pl, Seattle, WA (0.13 miles away)
206-232-2799

http://seattlesuite.com/


Seattle Sheraton Hotel _ Tower
1400 6th Ave, Seattle, WA (0.09 miles away)
206-621-9000

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/i��


Roosevelt Hotel
1531 7th Ave, Seattle, WA (0.11 miles away)
206-621-1200

http://www.roosevelthotel.com/rooms.htm#



Hilton Downtown Seattle
1301 6th Ave, Seattle, WA (0.13 miles away)
206-624-0500

http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/index.do��


Red Lion Hotel
1415 5th Ave, Seattle, WA (0.16 miles away)
206-971-8000

http://www.redlion5thavenue.com/

embassy suites

Downtown? There are plenty of nice hotels. Seattle is the only big city with a beautiful, CLEAN downtown.

If you google with hotels in Seattle Center you can probably find a good few.

The mapquest them with the address of your convention to see the distance :)

I stayed at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue. If you go to the website for the convention center, they usually offer a list of hotels that are close. Many of the hotels listed are usually within walking distance.

Hyatt is really close along with the Roosevelt.

What should I head for first when getting to Universal Studios or Islands of adventure?|170773

Heading to Orlando soon, and doing Universal Studios, IOA, and going to Halloween Horror Nights, any suggestions?

0ooooh thats a toughy, i always have done universal studios first and then islands of adventure, dont know why though lol.

i love the mummy ride, and of course duelling dragons

whatever you do have fun and enjoy your trip.

Dueling Dragons at Islands of Adventure is a must! Plus you want to make sure to be able to experience it the way it is now before they retheme it for Harry Potter Land.

The Mummy at Universal Studios is a lot of fun too! Even the area they route the lines through is amazing.

Take a look at all of the attractions at both parks here...

http://www.orlandominivacations.com/univ��

it doesn_t matter the wait line in the rides are 5mins or less for each one of them. that_s one of the reasons i loved it there.

universal studios had a lot of 3d effects and simulations. it was pretty cool_
while islands of adventure was more of the traditional _roller coaster_ rides that most can associate with.

but both are real good and you can see both in one day_...may not finish them but you can see both of them.

I would go to spider-man first in IOA. Follow this link for a good plan on how to spend your day.


http://www.associatedcontent.com/article��

How old do you have to be to stay alone in Universal Studios?|168285

Im going to Orlando this weekend, and i would like to drop my daughter off with her friend (theyre 13, and 14) at the theme park. Universal and Islands of Adventures. Can i leave them alone? Or do they need to have an adult 18+ with them in the park?

It_s perfectly fine to drop your daughter and her friend off. They will have a blast and you do not have to sit around and wait for them to go on their types of rides. I just got back from Islands of Adventure yesterday and the wait times were between 30-65 minutes. If you want, you can purchase them a express pass for $39.95 and they will not have to waste their time in long lines...they are guartneed to be on the rides in 15 minutes or less with the pass. I see a bunch of teenagers by themselves so it is fine!!!

ok, why would you leave your 13 year old alone in a park? sorry but thats pretty irresponsible. I dont care what kind of kid she is, you leaving her alone in a theme park she doesnt know and with thousands of strangers. Ok then. then we wonder why our kids disappear.

sorry lady but your crazy.

9UN8I-0

They can be there by themselves.

What are some fun things to do in south beach miami?|139717

I wanna meet hott guys on the beach and our hotel will be on the beach. Any fun things to do nearby?

OH MAN THERE ARE INFINITE THINGS TO DO IN SOUTH BEACH..
Just by walking around ocean drive, lincoln drive, cocowalk, you_ll find countless clubs and bars and restaurants where guys just go to meet people.. :)

walking around the beach at night is a must

walk around eat outside party at nite, theres always someone to meet.

What is the best cleanest economic hotel in Orlando?|192257

I will be going to Orlando, Fl in the next couple of months and I am looking for an extremly economic hotel that is also very clean. It is okay if it is basic but needs to be clean and economic. Anyone have any ideas?

We went for 10 days. The first 3 days were spent in Universal and we stayed in a Best Western that was within walking distance of the parks. The following 7 days we stayed in a spacious condo resort and did Disney and rented a car, but we didn_t cook much.

To save money look for a hotel that includes breakfast, that saved us lots of money, also, one with more space in the room we had 2 queen beds and a fold out couch in our room. You can also, eat in buffets, and off value menus at the fast food places its much cheaper than cooking, lol. Also, if you leave the parks for lunch you save money and the food tastes better. You can take snacks, sandwiches and water in with you. We used little backpacks for that reason. Parks stay open late so you don_t have to worry about losing time by leaving for lunch.

What I did was book the very lowest best western price online and used coupon codes I found online to bring the price down further. Then I bought Best Western gift cards (you can get them of gift card retailers online) which are usually 10-20% of the value and paid with them at the hotel. And to make it even more affordable we split the cost 4 ways, because we had such a spacious room.

Whatever you do don_t stay in a Days Inn, I haven_t seen a decent one anywhere yet, they are usually gross. We picked Best Western because I haven_t encountered a gross one yet, they are pretty much the same everywhere we go.

I have not stayed off site in a few years and things have changed since then. You do not state how much you want to spend so I am copy and pasting a webpage that lists Orlando hotels ~ with reviews and rates. The rates aren_t exact ~ you can check for discounts and specials and probably get it for less. The hotels are listed in order of good reviews ~ again that is not exact. Trolls could give bad or excellent reviews that alters the reviews.


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After you have reviewed all these hotels then check the Forum at the same webpage. Ask _them_ about the ones you like. The posters there are glad to answer your questions. They can tell you if it is clean, inexpensive, comfortable, and if the area is safe.

Another thing to consider ~ will you be driving? You will need to find a place with reliable shuttle service if you aren_t. Having a car is a major plus.

Good luck with your hotel search!

I have only stayed in a few different hotels in Orlando, and there are many that are very economic and clean, so it would be extremely difficult for me to tell you the _best._ I can, however, say that the most economic way to have an Orlando vacation is by staying in a condo or vacation home rental. Some of them are very well-priced, and the benefit is really having a fully-equipped kitchen, as eating in restaurants and theme parks for all of your meals every day gets REALLY expensive. You_d be amazed how much money you save going to Wal-Mart and buying some groceries, then eating most meals (usually breakfast and supper) at your rental place.

I only started planning my Orlando vacations this way last year, so the only resort that I can tell you about from experience is WorldQuest Resort. They have 2 and 3-bedroom condos will fully-equipped kitchens, washer/dryer, screened-in private balcony, plus they have a HUGE pool and free fitness center. It_s a gated resort, so is very secure. And the rates are VERY reasonable, I stayed there in April and paid about $140 a night, although I believe in the summer the rates go up to about $160 a night. Still extremely reasonable for what you get, not to mention all the money you save on food. It_s in a convenient location, just a mile from Disney World and about 15-20 minutes from Sea World and Universal Studios. Wal-Mart is less than five minutes down the road. The condos are VERY nice and VERY clean. You can check it out here:

http://www.worldquestorlando.com

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The comfort inn in lake buena vista is usually only about 50 a night, depending on season and rooms are clean and they are near a ton of stuff.

Quality Inn Plaza on International Drive was a decent hotel and very cheap stayed in Feb.

What is a good amount of money to take to Gatlinburg TN?|154803

My wife want_s to take me to Gatlinburg TN next year, and I have never been there before, so I want to make it enjoyable. I know what amounts to take to the beaches, but a place like Gatlinburg, I am not sure. Lets say I would be there a week. Any ideas. Do not include the amount for a Chateau of Hotel. Just spending money.

We were there last year. Depending on your spending habits it can range from $50 per day to the sky_s limit. I took a group of high school kids, and told their parents to plan on $50 per day to eat. make sure you check out Best Italian...it is definately the best Italian food I have ever had! Their rolls are awesome!

Do a search on Gatlinburg to see what all attractions are there and see what you are interested in so you will have some idea what you want to carry with you!

YOU ARE IN FOR A TREAT!! BUT BEWARE...Everything there is uphill...bothways! hehe!

Like any tourist attraction, dining ranges from fast food to fine dining...it just all depends!

It would depend on what you want to do. There are a lot of outlet stores in neighboring Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. Dollywood is close by as well as her water park. Get on-line to the chamber of commerce or their visitor_s bureau for a list of restaurants and check menu prices out. If you are going in the fall, you are really close to Knoxville, if you like college football. Some free things to do include driving through Cades Cove lots of deer and sometimes you will see black bear . They have also released a small herd of Elk there. There is good trout fishing and you are about an hour drive to Cherokee, NC if you like Casino gambling

How is Mississippis culture different from other US states?|166925

I_m doing a project on Mississippi and i need to know how mississippi_s culture is unique. Please help me as soon as possible!

there are a ton of towns named after indians in the state of mississippi. tishomingo was the chief of the north half of the state. tippah was his wife. they had a son named tombigbee. iuka was a travelin indian lookin for a cure for his illness and he came to the northeast section of the state and found a spring and drank from it...it cured his illness and he decided to live there. the spring was named mineral springs. i know there are more stories all over the state but all i can only remember a few of the north half.

tishomingo-town
tippah-town
tombigbee-waterway
iuka-town

we are a pretty normal state i guess...most states have their indian stories and stuff. lol. sorry if i didn_t help much...

OK.well I live there and this is my review.There is the delta which is off the Big MISSISSIPPI!It has great food culture, fried and all.once you get more south you get into the heartland and then comes soul food.On the gulf coast there is much hindu culture and seafood.In the delta it is very poor.

When does it normally start to snow in new york?|178378

we_re going from the 29th nov-3rd dec and were just wondering whether to expect snow?

The last few years we_ve had very little snow and nothing significant until February- but NY weather is so unpredictable you just never know! Have fun!

it really depends what part of new york u are going to. i lived in upstate ny for about 6 yrs. we usually started seeing snow about mid nov to early dec. it just depends. im sure there will the snow when u go up there.

Usually mid January, February, or March, Sometimes November. Its so unpredictable at times. There was snow in New Jersey last week. lol

It can start anywhere from Mid-November to December. It all depends on the weather of course. You never know. The temperatures have been fairly cooled recently so who knows. Maybe soon then later.

If you are going to New York City then the chances are good that you would not see any snow. Technically the winter does not start till the last week of December.

There could be snow... but usually starts around Christmas time...magic!

last year there wasnt any snow except for one day..sometimes u see flurries...check the weather b4...and depends where ur goin in NYC

last year it snowed in march

usually in xmas time... u should expect snow

How do i move into a friends town on animal crossing city folk?|175994

i just bought anmile crossing and want to know how i can move to my friends town?

Im sorry you can_t...
It_s only possible to do it on animal crossing: wild world for the DS.
BUT...
You can use DS suitcase (if you have a DS) to put your character on the DS (note: you cant play it) go to your friends house and put your character from the DS to the Wii. When you are done put the character back on the DS and go home.
How to do it: Speak to Cooper and tell him i wanna go out then choose DS suitcase mode. Select DS download play on the DS and find the Wii.
At your friends choose invite friends (or something like that) and choose DS suitcase mode. Then connect with the DS and viola! (note: only one player at a time can play) When you are done speak to Cooper and say I wanna go home (or something like that) then connect with the DS again and in the title menu at your home select im back! (at a subsection i think) and you are done!

Important PS: Be sure to come back home or else you will lose all your save data you did at your friends house.

Important PPS: You can continue playing on the wii even without coming back home but be sure to remember that you can_t return home anymore from the DS.

Hope i helped!

What will happen when I try to come back to San Diego from Mexico without a passport?|157180

All my friends are going to their house in Roserito for the weekend and I want to go but I don_t have a passport. Will I be fined or kept for weeks or what?

There is no passport checks going into Mexico, you just drive in. Coming back you will be kept at the point of entry for a long time, if you are driving with a group they will pull you out of the car and keep you and send the rest of your group into the u.s. without you.

You may be denied re-entry. Depending on their mood, the Immigration Officers may keep you on ice for hours, strip search you for drugs, question you, and generally mess with you, because... they can. If you read the document, it states that the officer has the discretionary authority to request additional documents or make individual exceptions. In short, if the officer is having a bad day, he can detain you as long as he wants.

First, you most likely won_t be allowed into Mexico to begin with.

You will need to spend a LOT of time proving that you have the right to enter the United States.

have your ssn number on hand and prove that you live here in SD. and that your not illegal.

How did you get in in the first place?

or what ?
is the correct answer.

my advise - Don_t find out !

What are areas of mesa that i should avoid moving to?|172732

Any specific apartment complexes, streets, that are really dangerous and i should avoid moving to?

Basically you want to avoid west and central Mesa, south of University and north of the 60. Pretty much anything east of Gilbert Road is fine. Generally speaking, the further east you go, the better the area, although most of the areas around Dobson Ranch (in southwest Mesa) are fine. Stay away from trailer park areas that do not cater to over 55 crowds or snowbirds in general. Stay away from cheap apartments in the areas I suggested you avoid - some are quite horrible.

Anywhere near Main and University... It_s not that bad, but I preferred living in Chandler. As others have said, the farther east you go, the better it is. Just do your research on the crime rates in specific areas.

AH MAN! People see a few minorities around and automatically think it_s GHETTO!....LOL

Mesa is nice if you like Diversity. If you like to be around Rich WHITE Snooty people that think they live in Beverly Hills, move to Awatukee.

I agree with the last guy Mesa is not dangerous I lived in Mesa for like 5 years ( west of Gilbert rd and north of the 60) I never felt like I was in danger.

Umm, all of it, chandler and ahwatukee is close and nicer

Move very very northwest...everywhere else is full of gangs! Of if you can, be on the safe side, and move to Scottsdale, Tuscon or Phoenix instead.

All of them. Mesa is ghetto

How can I get from Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey to Pennsylvania Station in New York City|171665

I am having someone from England landing at the Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. So if you could be as detailed as possible with your answer on how he could get to the Pennsylvania Station in New York City, I would greatly appreciate it. If at all possible, time duration, costs, and links to websites would help greatly. If you have general travel tips as well, that would be wonderful.

After getting off the plane follows the signs to the Airtrain. Take the airtrain to Newark international train station. At the train station take an NJ Transit or Amtrak train to New York Penn Station.
See this Link -
http://www.ny.com/cgibin/frame.cgi?url=h��


After getting off the train at New York Penn station take the escalators up to the train station. Look for the 7th avenue exit (this exit puts you right in front of Madison Square Garden). This exit is a bit farther away from Amtrak_s main waiting area, but if your visitor arrives at night, the eighth avenue exit could be imtimidating (some unsavory characters at night).

You could meet the Visitor right in front of the Garden.

There are NJ transit buses that go from Newark Liberty to Newark_s Penn Station though if your friend has luggage, it would be better to take a cab from the airport to Newark_s Penn Station. From there take an NJ transit train (not PATH...which is nearby) which there are PLENTY, and that goes directly into NY_s Penn Station.

taxi will be expensive

i think there is a shuttle or bus...check the newark airport website

Im thinking of moving to Florida from CT but dont know where to start. Any suggestions?|124952

I_ve lived in Ct my whole life, went to Florida recently on a vacation and know I_m very much so wanting to move down there. I don_t know where to begin since this would be a decently big move down there. My biggest concern would be employment since I_m still paying off college loans, credit cards, and don_t have too great of a job (history major- go figure). Any and all suggestions on how to make this dream possible and an easy transition would be much appreciated. Thanks!

Employment is a big deal because unless you are trained in something that is in demand you won_t be paid anywhere near as well as in Conn. Too much cheap labor in Fl. $7 or less an hour is typical.

I_ve lived in Florida most of my life. It is expensive to live here in some respects, but for other reasons it could be affordable. As a history major, I would think you would be in teaching. There have been a lot of cutbacks this year, and they are laying off teachers in some areas. I live in Manatee County (below Tampa) on the West coast. It is beautiful. There are a lot of retired folks, but more and more young people. The housing was out of sight (and reach) a couple years ago, but it is coming into range now. This would be a good time to make a move. We are a service-type area, so anything you do in the service industry (restaurant, lawn care, etc.) you can make money. There is also a LOT of money here, so there are a lot of banking, investment type jobs.

Florida, because of it_s climate, is also a draw to low income, homeless, etc. types of people. There is a wide variety of economic classes, and good/bad areas. Anywhere you move, go to visit first. If you don_t come down here in the snowbird time of year (January-April) you can generally visit fairly cheap.

The mom in me is telling you to get out of debt as fast as you can, and to stay out of debt. Credit cards are like snakes getting ready to bite at all time.

We have what northerners call a _Sunshine Tax_, meaning that Florida is such a nice place to live, that it_s worth it not to make as much money. It_s very casual here. If you are careful, I would think that it is no different than anywhere else. If you think you are going to make money here, you will probably be disappointed. I don_t know how businesses get away with it, but they do. I make $15 an hour as an office manager, but I also make more than most of the people I know. Businesses actually start people out at $7-$8 an hour, and get away with it.

Good luck. You_re young, so give it a shot. Take a chance. You can always move back to CT if you don_t like it here.

Not to discourage you but wages are definitely lower. I am in human resources and thought by now things would catch up with the rest of the world. Living here is not cheap and many employers want to pay their people in _sunshine_ and not $$$. Think about the east coast or Tampa area as oppose to Southwest Florida where wages are even less.

Something else- if you are young and looking for single people, try to find employment with a large company, get involved in a club or church. Its hard to meet young people in some areas.

Having said all that- I moved here when I was 25- have a happy marriage and wonderful family- a great job and have enjoyed living here for 20 years! All the best to you - just do your research!!!

You can send me your resume- apply via www.floridamoves.com , Careers

Where could I purchase the Minnie the bride and Mickey the groom ears?|175402

I would prefer to buy them before we go to Florida but I haven_t been able to find them anywhere. Or do I have to buy them there, and where? Thank you so much.

I don_t think you_ll be able to buy them here unless it_s on ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Japan-NWT-Wedding-Mi��

^^and thats probably not what you_re looking for because it_s just the headband

In Magic Kingdom they have a ton of little shops to go into. The Emporium, which is the first shop on the left side of Main Street, has tons of hats and I_m sure they have the wedding ones. There_s also another store at Magic Kingdom that_s kind of hidden to the right of the big candy store(that_s the first shop on the right on Main street, across from the Emporium). They only sell hats and you can even get them personalized with your name. It only takes a minute and you can watch them do it. Have fun on your trip!!

Why not try checking out a disney store or looking on eBay? Worse case - buy them as soon as you get there at one of the gift shops!

Try searching the Disney Store website online.. and if they don_t have them almost all big stores at the park sell them!

Have fun.

Get ahold of Disney Merchandising to see what they can do. They should be able to get them for you. Just make sure to describe exactly what you_re wanting! Congrats!

Telephone: 407-363-6200
Fax: 407-352-6369
Email: wdw.mail.order@disneyworld.com

What are some [really] fun and interesting places to go to in Chicago?|148153

Hi: We might be going to Chicago over the weekend just to get away and I was just wondering what are some really fun places under a reasonable price limit to go to.
Thanks for your help! It would help if you guys could put some links up to the places, pictures, etc. Thanks again.

Shedd Aquarium-
http://sheddaquarium.org/


Sears Tower-
http://www.searstower.com/


Navy Pier-
http://navypier.com/


Lincoln Park Zoo-
http://www.lpzoo.org/


Buckingham Fountain-
http://www.chicagotraveler.com/attractio��

Adler Planetarium-
http://adlerplanetarium.org/


Chicago Botanic Garden-

http://www.chicagotraveler.com/attractio��


Millenium Park-
http://www.millenniumpark.org/


Museum of Science and Industry-
http://www.msichicago.org/


Chicago Symphony Orchestra-
http://www.cso.org/


Chicago is a lot of fun. The weather can be unpredictable, so pack clothes for warm weather and for cold weather. There_s so much to do there it_s somewhat hard to take in. Try and make the most of this diverse, unique, and awesome city. Bring a camera and take pictures of everything you see. We_re very friendly so ask questions if you need to. There_s also beaches, restaurants, and other things I forgot to cover so do your research!

Totally depends what you_re looking for! There are a bunch of little neighborhoods full of shops in places like Wicker park or the Lakeview area (Belmont). The Shedd Aquarium is great, the Art Institute, Navy Pier (Imax theater!) it really depends on what you_re into.

What is the best way, value for money and experience to travel the USA???|158665

I am planning to tour the USA for a couple of months next year, but are having difficulty deciding on what to do. I will be travelling with 2 of my friends who are pretty much set on doing group tours for 20+ days at a time. This is rather expensive at a cost of over $3500 per trip. I am not sure if should go to the US alone and do my own thing or do the group thing. I would rather do a hop on hop off bus tour where i get to do my own thing but still have the availability of transport to get around. Any suggestions would be most helpful.

There is so much to see in the US and it is so large I hope a couple of months would be enough. maybe dividing up the US into three or four areas and choosing the highlights from each area. I would personally look into Renting a car if you go by yourself or a SUV if you get your friends to go with you. Or Amtrak or Greyhound.just remember that there is not a lot of public transportation in some cities and you will need to use taxies to get around which are expensive if you choose this idea. If you drive yourself contact AAA for travel help. You will need to become a member but they will do great maps for you with highlights of sights to see, you will get AAA discounts to hotels and restaurants, and travel advisers.
Have fun this sounds exciting

Get an Amtrak pass. While passenger train service in the USA is woefully inadequate, the size of the country is such that it won_t matter that you can_t get everywhere by train as one can in Europe. There is more than enough that you can get to by train.

I_m not sure that group travel is worthwhile anywhere but I would think it would be particularly useless in the United States which is more a place to be experienced than anything else.

My bet would be to either backpack it, (packing a good lightweight tent), or buying a VW camper van.

My favorite of all would be:- I was once reading an old National Geographic article entitled: _A Sikh discovers America_, about a guy from India who came over and towed a small silver trailer hitched behind his car. That way, every night he had a clean, secure, and comfy abode in which to sleep. (Just find a place to park, I guess.)
It saved him a whale of money, money better spent on food, gas, clothes, going out on the town and meeting people, etc. goodies we deserve, rather than just forking our hard-earned money over to strangers to catch fleas with.
The price of accommodation really sucks, no cheap motels under $50 a night, even Youth Hostels getting kind of expensive.

Train then rent a cheap car when you get to your destinations. Visit either coast, the Rocky Mountains and as many National Parks in Colorado, Wyoming, Arizona and especially Utah.

Bring more money. The best advice I got when going to Europe for the first time way: lay out all your luggage and your cash. Now, remove half the luggage and double your cash.

kayak or sail to it with a friend then cycle or hitch hike the rest never tried it just an idea

Where are some interesting religious centers in the Southeast United States?|146062

A friend (who is a religious studies major) and I would like to plan a day trip to visit one. For example there is Symmes Chapel in Greenville, SC if you_ve heard of that. Any other ideas?

Liberty college in Tennessee and Bob jones University in Arkansas come to mind.

What should I do in Austin during the day in February?|158846

I have a friend coming into town that has never been to Austin, we are in our 20s and besides the oasis and Mt Bonnell I can_t think of anywhere else to take him, any ideas?

What about the state capital building? It is unique to the city and rather interesting. Zilker Botanical Gardens is also nice.

Not to sound stupid, but what is the oasis? And Mt Bonnell?

Jennalee - Thanks for the andwers to my questions!

Go to the Alamo and Riverwalk for a day trip. Go to Salt Lick Barbecue. There_s some caverns worth seeing in New Braunfels. Also if you don_t mind a drive, there_s an awesome Pioneer Museum (living museum) towards Houston. My sister and I went there with the kids after going on a factory tour of Blue Bell Ice Cream - it was a memorable day. Oh, and the Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Park is wonderful too.

How long does a typical Mardi Gras parade take to reach downtown?|142800

I was just curious on how long a parade takes from it_s start time to reach downtown and it_s terminus. For example, if a parade start at the typical location uptown at 4:15pm about what time should it be arriving on Canal St in downtown? We are staying downtown near Canal and Magazine and were wondering about how long the parades take to reach that area after they begin.

The other answers are correct and a parade that is scheduled to start at 4:15pm should get to Canal Street between 7:00pm and 7:30pm.

You are almost certainly asking about the Endymion parade. It is one of the longest parades so the _tail_ of the parade will leave the formation area at about the time the head reaches downtown. You won_t miss it.

That also means the parade will be on Canal Street for almost two hours. If you want to watch it all you won_t be done until after 9:00pm. Another option would be to make reservations for 9:00pm, watch the parade until about 8:30pm, and then go to dinner. Be sure you can get from your spot on the parade route to the restaurant ___ without having to cross the route ___. Ask the restaurant for suggestions.

All of the parades in New Orleans now (post-Katrina) start uptown on Napoleon Avenue, which is the _formation area_ and is about 4 miles from Canal Street.

Parades almost always start 15 to 30 minutes late and it will move at a slow walking pace with several stops. 7:30pm is a realistic time for the _head_ of the parade to reach Canal Street.

Carnival this year is very early and the size of the crowds cannot be predicted right now. If it appears the parades are well attended you need to take your _spot_ on the route well before the parade arrives if you want to be up front. If that is not so important to you it is OK to wait until the parade_s arrival is imminent to go to the parade route.

Finally, the absolute top problems for everyone during Carnival are traffic and parking. If you drive here or rent a car, PLEASE park your car in a lot or garage and leave it there for the duration of your visit (unless you travel well away from the city center and any parade routes (remember there are parades in the suburbs).

Hope you have a great time!

About 1 1/2 hr to 2 hrs., except for parades like Endymion, Bacchus, and Rex, which may be longer.

If all goes well I think that it should arrive at around 7:30,hope this helped

that is a qusetion that has many answers, it can take anywhere from 2 and 1\2 to about 5 and 1\2 hours on an average so many things come in to play that affect this factor.
here are a few things that can make the time change (rain, how many bands a parade has, break downs, accidents) your best bet is to eat early and find a resturant that you can walk to and from where you want to watch the paraide and back and if you get hungry i would just grab a lil bite after. and don_t try to drive to a resturant because there is no way you will ever get back in time the traffic is just too bad

What is the best place in Texas to travel in November?|155689

I_d like to get away from the hassle of Thanksgiving this year. As I do most of the work and want to rest this year. Where would you go and what would you do? Have you been there yourself?

I live in the hill country between Austin and San Antonio. The drive on 281 is really kinda pretty if you like the country. It is a 2 lane highway and along the way you can see some smaller towns. It gives you an idea what Texas is really like instead of the big cities. Canyon Lake is north of SA. It is nice to go and drive around. The dam is awesome. Highway 35 is a mess in Austin, so if you want no hassles stay away from it. Hope you have a good time and have fun in Texas. We are very friendly down here.

Just west of Austin is Fredericksburg, Texas that has great German heritage and food. A good one day trip.

I would go to San Antonio for a stop on my way to South Padre Island. A week in a condo at South Padre is about as relaxing as it gets. Winter is the season for shelling along the beach, as well. And....it is warm!

I don_t know what part of Texas you are in now, but I would recommend Jefferson, Texas. It is a quiet little town that has several nice hotels and bed and breakfasts. We love it there. At the end of the month, it will be our fifth time going in three years. There is even a General Store there. It_s like stepping back in time. It_s awesome. Just google Marion County Chamber of Commerce and you will see everything you need to know about the city.

There are two places I recommend: Austin and San Antonio. Both are very close to each other (about a 45 min. drive between the two)

Austin is a fun, hip, younger town because of UT, but there_s a lot of great restaurants and beautiful scenery (like Lake Travis and a quirky place called Hippie Hollow).

San Antonio has the Alamo and the River Walk. It_s very historic. The other missions (San Jose, etc.) are on the southside and if you drive just a little northwest (on the way to Austin, actually) are great historic German towns like New Branfuels and Groene (pronounce _green_).

November is a great time of year to visit. It_s not too hot, but the temperature is warm enough so that you don_t really need a jacket. It_s also the end of the tornado/hurricane season so there_s not a lot of rain. During the summer and early fall San Antonio gets a lot of thunderstorms whenever there are tropical storms in the Gulf.

I grew up in San Antonio. I live in Chicago now, but I go back for the holidays and definitely appreciate it more now that I_ve been away. I think you_ll enjoy both cities. And they_re close enough in proximity that you can spend quality time in both during the same trip.

What neighborhoods in Baltimore do you recommend living in?|131884

I wanted to live in a 1-bedroom apt. that is close to bars and restaurants. Any suggestions? I have heard that Federal Hill is a hip place to live. Are there others?

Federal Hill is nice, lots of bars and restaurants and is near the water. Its not super convenient in terms of daily shopping and pretty horrible parking. Its also gentrified and pretty segregated. Expensive too, if you_re on a budget. Not ideal for someone without a car. the bus system in baltimore sucks.

I recommend the Bolton Hill Neighborhood. Its historic, beautiful and quiet yet just a short walk from downtown and a bunch of cooler bars and restaurants on Charles Street. Its a few blocks from Maryland Institute of Art, Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, galleries and a weekly flea market, so its the artsy neighborhood. A little less expensive. A block from the Light rail (Train) and a few blocks from the Main Rail, Pennsylvania Station. Good Parking

Charles Village is cool. Pretty collegey feel as Johns Hopkins University is in Charles Village. Bars and shopping that cater to younger folks. A lot less segregated but the neighborhood has patches of blight. Big awesome farmer_s market every weekend. Cool free book store (The Book Thing). Lots of cool, inexpensive apartments to choose from. Okay Parking. A little ways from the closest light rail station.

Waverly and Abell are up and coming neighborhoods that surround Charles Village. More families, Churches, YMCA, Grocery shooping, and close to big box shopping centers. More community involvement.

Mt. Vernon is close to Bolton Hill but less isolated and further downtown. LOTS of shopping, bars, restaurants, a few night clubs. Apartments are more expensive here but you_ll be right in the thick of things without being all the way downtown. Center of Baltimore LGBTQ life and a 5- 10 minute walk to the Inner Harbor (Main attraction of baltimore) Nearby huge Unitarian Church. Light Rail ride through it. Parking sucks

Canton is similar to Federal Hill accept more Young White professional. Most segregated part of Baltimore City. Starbucks, microbreweries, condos. Nice apartments, yet pretty expensive. The bars in Canton are okay.

Last but not least Hampden is the quirky, yet towny, weirdly artsy neighborhood that Baltimore is famous for. The main strip in 36th street where there are countless cool bars and restaurants, comic store, SPCA, cafes, bookstore, salons, hipster shops, vintage clothes, art, junk, souvenirs. Lots of festivals. Inexpensive apartments and houses, and pretty good parking. Where most of the middle class white families left in Baltimore live, yet fairly integrated

If you are thinking of Baltimore suburbs, I_d mention Towson which is right outside the city limits. Takes only about 15 minutes to get to downtown. Ample shopping of every kind and bars and restaurants of all kinds. Lots of housing to choose from. Lots of parking.

If you have a car Baltimore is easy to get around because it is so small. All of these neighborhoods are within 3-5 miles of each other. Yet it is great to be able to walk around on foot and do things. The above represent the hippest neighborhoods in Baltimore.

Check out
http://www.livebaltimore.com/nb/list/
for more info

What are some things not to miss on a visit to Kauai?|118316

Going in January and already have lodgings booked--just looking for suggestions of neat places and activities!

taking the boat to the fern grotto is touristy but fun. also, you must go on a sailboat tour of the napali coast, its gorgeous. we used captain andy_s and were very happy, but there are several other companies as well. if you can get a reservation at the beach house restaurant in poipu its the best meal on the island (one of the best ive ever had) call now, they fill up fast.
almost forgot, be sure to set aside a day to go to the canyon (waimea) the _grand canyon of the pacific_ it was so cool and beautiful, like the grand canyon but prettier because it had waterfalls and greenery. be sure to bring some shoes you dont mind ruining, there is red dirt all over the island, its hard to get out of footwear

My husband I were married and honeymooned there. We had fun snorkeling at Tunnels Beach. It_s a dead coral reef but still lots of cool fish and such to see.

I lived on Kauai for many years. I met and married my hubby there. One of our favorite hide-aways was Koke_e Lodge. It_s nothing fancy, but it is a magical place, pearched at the top of Waimea Canyon, with a look-out over the Kalalau Valley. There_s a cool mist that shrouds over you in the morning and you can hear the wild roosters crowing, collect eggs and pick wild plums. At night you can light a fire in the fireplaces. The hiking is incredible and there is a small museum and State Park information center to help you with trails and safety.

Be sure to make reservations way in advance:

KOKEE LODGE (Cabins)
Kokee State Park
P. O. Box 819
Waimea, HI 96796
(West Side)
Tel. (808) 335-6061
Rates: $35 and $45 per night per cabin

Aloha,
Cindy

What is there to do in Biloxi, MS besides the Casinos?|155284

We_re planning on going to Biloxi for Labor Day weekend, but I_m having second thoughts because there doesn_t seem to be much to do there besides gambling and I don_t like the whole Casino atmosphere anyway. Are there good clubs, sites to see, outdoor things to do, a nearby beach perhaps? Anything major? Also, how is the city now after Hurricane Katrina?

The one year anniversary of Katrina is August 29. I feel that the area is doing extremely well considering the massive devastation, however, it may still seem like a disaster area to someone who did not see the immediate aftermath. There are a couple of casinos open. The beaches are pretty much empty, there is still alot of debris in the shallow water. There are no clubs, restaurants, gas stations, homes, or hotels left on HWY 90 (the beach front road) this extends roughly from the LA state line to AL state line. I would recommend Gulf Shores AL, it is one of the most beautiful beaches and they have so much to offer.

I would say in the summer time if you like the beach you could hang out on the pretty beach with the white sand not like the dirty looking sand in Atlantic City.

I lived there a loooong time ago. There are boating excursions to some islands about 5 miles out. That could be fun.

you can find the answer you are looking
http://www.biloxi.ms.us

the white beach is a great place to chill at...I_ve been there...that_s about it (other than the casinos-we went there too)

Don_t go to Biloxi right now unless you want to go to a Casino. The place was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. Parts of the beaches are opened, but most are still closed because of debri, and the beach that is opened is dirty and VERY packed, it_s hard to enjoy yourself. Even the mall has stores that haven_t reopened because of the damage. All tourist or beach based stores and resturants are gone, and the entire town just looks like it was blown up. There is rubble everywhere. Go to Pensacol, FL instead, that_s a good beach town with a lot of tourist stuff to do.

my sister lives in biloxi MS and im sorry but there is nothing left there is a waterpark though but by the casinos its sad and scary there are casinos upside down and well u get the point there are no hotels srry