Where is the best place to go or shop in Gatlinburg, Tennessee?|161630

Just planning a trip and want to know the hottest tourist spots.

Well, they have a lot of cute little touristy stores in the _downtown_ area. But, Pigeon Forge has good shopping, too. Also in Sevierville is a really big shopping center. It_s about a 20-30 minute drive from Gatlinburg.

http://www.attractions-gatlinburg.com/


I usually just look up gatlinburg attractions in the search engine to find all of the attractions. I have been there a few times before, but there are a lot of things to do. Most things are centrally located along the Parkway. There are also things to do in Pigeon Forge which is a short drive away. In the mountains there is Ober Gatlinburg which has a lot of neat stuff to do including ice skating and they are adding snowboarding this winter. Look here
http://obergatlinburg.com/

you gotta check out the village and eat at the pancake pantry! gatlinburg rox! o, and u might want to play put-put at blacklight golf (same strip as well, everything really.) enjoy your trip, and hang at the aquarium

How far would you go to help bring gas prices down even more?|184830

I_m interested in starting an Internet campaign asking people to limit (or even halt) any holiday travel this year in an effort to bring down oil prices and gas prices even more. Would you be willing to do something like this? Any other suggestions on an organized effort to limit consumption?

I have already tried to enlist in the Army but they won_t take me because I_m 67. That_s what I would do, join the Army and get this war over with so we can get back to business.

I already do many of the things you suggested. I live in a RV Full time and have parked it since late 2006, I got rid of my gas guzzler and bought a vehicle that gets better mileage.

Good luck on your campaign.

What is the best and safest community in Cincinnati to live in?|171356

I am moving there in two months and am looking for 1 bedroom apartments.

Clifton is not bad. Unless you do Mt. Adams, then there are no real safe places in Cincinnati otherwise.

Try one of the suburban communities along or just outside I-275, as well as those in Northern KY (not counting Covington, Newport, and Dayton, KY)

Check out Clifton- it_s in the Northern part of Cincinnati but just a couple of miles from downtown. It_s quite safe and has a really great atmosphere- young, vibrant, eclectic. The University of Cincinnati and the zoo are both very close by.

Heres a bit more info:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clifton%2C_��

Any recommendations for an AFFORDABLE Florida Gulf Coast vacation?|173733

We moved from Miami to Houston a few years ago and would like to find a gulf coast resort somewhere mid-point between those two locations to meet up with our family. Does anyone have any recommendations for an affordable resort/hotel/rental preferably on the beach somewhere in the pan handle vicinity? We_ve looked at Destin which seems a little pricey. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Owner Direct Vacation Rentals has loads of vacation rentals in the Florida Panhandle here:
http://www.ownerdirect.com/accommodation��
If not, try the Central Gulf Coast here:
http://www.ownerdirect.com/accommodation��
or the South Gulf Coast here:
http://www.ownerdirect.com/accommodation��


I bet you_ll find something affordable in there. I_ve been using Owner Direct for years now, and always find a great place to stay, and their customer service has always treated me right.

Hopefully this info helps you out in your plans!

St. George Island is a 22-mile barrier island in the Gulf Coast and is a wonderful place for an affordable beach vacation. Because the beach is not too commercialized, the waters are clear and ideal for swimming and fishing. Also, since you��re meeting up with family, it would be a good idea to rent a vacation home which is more economical than staying in a hotel. You can all stay in one roof, split the costs and save on expenses by cooking your own family breakfast. St. George Island Vacation Properties has many vacation homes to choose from so check out their site.

There are a million options in the panhandle. My favorite site for affordable Panhandle Vacations is http://www.floridagulfvacation.com - Florida Gulf Vacation.

They only list Florida Gulf Coast rentals, all are listed directly by the owners, and you can contact them right from the site. I_ve got some great deals in Panama City beach, Destin and Perdido Key over the last three years. Below is the link direct to the Panhandle beaches!

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

What is the most tropical hawaiian island?|158367

I have been to kaui before and would like to go to either maui, oahu or the big island out of those which is the best? Id like to go snorkeling alot! so the water being clear and warm is important to me. I love tropical beaches with lots of palm trees ect...what island is best for that?

The big Island has fewer beaches because of the lava flows. It_s an interesting place but probably not what you are looking for. I think Maui would be your best bet. Kaanapali beach is located in an ancient volcanic rim so that water is more shallow and less choppy making snorkeling easier. If you go between Nov and May you can see the whales swimming with their new babies. You can also hear them when you are snorkeling or swimming in the water. Have fun!

Aloha! You sound like me, those are the things I love about Hawaii also! =)

I have some friends that just got back from Maui and went snorkeling every day, they just couldnt say enough good things about how beautiful and clear the water was, seeing dolphin_s swim by, the amazing trails, beaches and vistas - it is not for nothing that people say Maui nai ka oi (Maui is the best)

Kauai is called the garden Isle.

That would be Kaua_i, the Garden Isle.

In addition to what PEACE said Kauai holds the wettest spot on earth.

What are the best things to do in Honolulu?|171830

My fiance and I are going to Hawaii in June for our Honeymoon. We will stay 4 days in Honolulu and 3 days in Kauai. We are wanting to see and do a lot, especially in Honolulu. Does anyone have any tips or thoughts on the best things to do and see?

Wow, this is the longest answer I_ve ever done!!

I am assuming you already have a tour book that lists the main stuff (Waimea Canyon on Kauai, Iolani Palace, Pearl Harbor, surfing lessons, etc.) so I won_t:

* There are a lot of romantic restaurants in Oahu. The Hau Tree Lanai, on a terrace right on Sans Souci Beach (a quiet part of Waikiki) is outside seating under some Hau Trees. Reserve right before sunset to watch the sun go down and the surfers come in. For a busy Waikiki Beach experience, people always like Duke_s. The most beautiful _Bali Hai / South Seas_ tropical view to cuddle up close about is on the windward side of the island, in Kaneohe called Haleiwa Joe_s. The view is spectacularly gorgeous as the food is spectacularly average but with the view who cares? They have music. Go early, as the garden they overlook, Haiku Garden is famous, in fact a lot of local weddings there. For breakfast, go to the Plumeria Restaurant at the Kahala Resort....ahhhh. The locals all go to John Dominis when they have a special occasion. Smooth, seamless restaurant but I like it because it is the only time I_ve ever seen the famous foot-long centipedes we have here in the islands...I saw it in front of the lobby (nobody wanted to catch it and take it out...). Roy_s and Alan Wong_s are the top two local-food chefs in the islands, both restaurants are amazing. Alan Wong_s is also amazing $$$$$-wise.

http://www.haleiwajoes.com/111111_hjoes_��


http://www.johndominis.com/


* Walk down Mauna Kea Street in Honolulu_s Chinatown. Huge number of small florists that make flower leis are there. You can buy a hand-made work of flower art for $5 to $10 (some are amazing!). How wonderful to give each other an orchid or plumeria lei! I like Cindy_s Lei Shop.

http://www.cindysleishoppe.com/


* If you want to see a decent hula dancer, Kanoe Miller at the House Without A Key at the Halekulani Hotel (the top hotel in Oahu) is the most consistent dancer, the food is above average, great atmosphere right out of the 1940_s. Locals call this ambience the _Territorial_ era, before Hawaii was a state.

http://www.halekulani.com/dining/house_w��


* If you are thinking about having your fiance buy you a nice Hawaiian style keepsake jjewelery not too expensive, the local jeweler (many locations) is Na Hoku. Then at least you know it is legitimate. Avoid the Black Coral, Maui Divers and Tahitian Black Pearl shops, they are a rip-off I think.

http://www.nahoku.com/NaHoku/Home


* June 5-7 is the Matsuri Festival in Honolulu. There are a lot of ties between Japan and Hawaii (18% of locals are Japanese in fact).

* There are a lot of Vegas-style shows on Waikiki, they are all entertaining. But if you want to see local _Hawaiian_ music talent, go to Chai_s Island Bistro in the Aloha Tower. They have the top names in the islands in an intimate setting. If the dinner price is too high, go for drinks.

http://www.chaisislandbistro.com/


* The Iuaus are not-so-great nowadays. However, the show at the Polynesian Cultural Center is probably the most entertaining and informative. It is run by the Mormon Church so no drinks if that is important to you. I_m pretty sure you can still buy a ticket for just the show if you don_t want to see the exhibits of the different South Sea islands.

* Do you like to hike? Diamond Head is actually a round crater (doesn_t look like it from Waikiki) and you can hike from the inside to the highest point above Waikiki. It is hot and dry (tradewinds are blocked on the inside of the crater, ugh) but the view is amazing...worth a kiss or hug at least when you get there! If you are willing to put up with the mud, hike to a tropical jungle waterfall and pool, such as Manoa Falls (I always recommend this) in back of Honolulu in Manoa Valley...wear very strong flip-flops (cheap ones will break and it won_t be fun walking through the jungle without shoes) or Tevas. Bamboo forests, giant ferns and orchids on the way.

* Drive up to the overlook in back of central downtown Honolulu on the Nuuani Pali Highway to the windward side. It is called Nuuani Pali Point, and is considered to be one of the most beautiful vistas in Hawaii. If the tradewinds are blowing (which is usually the case) the wind funnels through the valley with spectacular wind speeds here.

* I_m sure you will snorkel at the two top spots Hanauma Bay National Preserve (GO EARLY or water gets cloudy and parking spots difficult) and Shark_s Cove on North Shore, but rent a car and go to beautiful Kailua or Lanikai Beach, both on the windward side.

* When you go to see Pearl Harbor, as exciting as the memorial is the perfectly-preserved WWII submarine on the grounds, don_t miss it! It is amazing how small it is inside, and you wonder how they stayed under the water in it for so long!

On Kauai:

* Absolutely you should go to Ke_e (or Ki_i) Beach near Hanalei/Princeville, the spot they filmed the beach love scene in the Thorn Birds. You can (theoretically) hike along the Na Pali Coast from here, but it will be more fun to take a zodiac inflated boat tour over here to see the sea caves, waterfalls that drop into the ocean.

* You should have the local _asian noodle_ dish in the islands. A mix of chinese, japanese and hawaiian. It is called _saimin_. Go to Hamura_s Saimin in Lihue, eat at their counter, it_s a fun _dive_ you will enjoy.

While in Honolulu take her to Dillingham on the North Shore of the Island. You can get a bus from Honolulu for $2. There is a small airfield at Dillingham where you could fly a glider (With a qualified instructor). If you get bored with that the just across the street, literally, you have some of the best surf in the world.

I don_t have a URL but for sure Google will find it

Have fun

Ian M.

1. surf
2. climb diamond head
3. meet people
4. stay up all night and watch the sunrise on the beach

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What foods are the city of Boston known for?|182342

New York has Manhatten Chowder and style pizza, Chicago has there style pizza and the Italian Beef. What does Boston have for foods the city is known for?

The city isn_t called Beantown for nothing. Boston Baked Beans.

New England Clam Chowder, the white kind

Boston Creme Pie

Sam Adams Beer

New England style clam chowder, Boston baked beans, boston cream pie, I think sea food in general. . .Oh, and Sam Adams beer :)

oh, and I think Boston is the only place with so many roast beef shops, like Kelly_s Roast beef on Revere Beach and the many copy-cat shops. If you aren_t from the area, I think that_s worth checking out as well.

Baked Beans (Friend_s Brick Oven, of course!) and Cod (yeah, th_ fish!) are the two most commonly known. The Cod is the Massachusetts state fish.
Friend_s Beans got it_s start in Melrose..

When I think Lobster, I think Maine...

Clam chowder ( there is only one kind and it is white!)
Baked beans
lobster
fried clams
steamers (more clams)
scrod (cheap fried fish)
Boston Cream pies (yummy!)
North End Italian food
Sam Adams Beer
Toll House cookies
Fig newtons

Boston = Bean Town.

Are You Getting Jimmy_s Drift??? lol =-]

Okay, Gotta Blast! Catch You Later! ��

Boston Baked Beans, fried dough, and it_s seafood are what Boston is known for.

Clam Chowder (REAL stuff, not that Manhattan crap), Baked Beans

Boston Cream Pie, Parker House Rolls (Both from the Parker House in Boston)

Indian Pudding at Durgin Park, and tourists all come for Lobster

Yo Bostons called bean town for a reason boston backed beans we also got our lobster codfish and other seafood and have u ever heard of boston cream

beans, tea, lobster.

Lahbstah, Chowdah, _n beans!

Baked Beans!

that Chowdah

dead rats and beer