Whats the difference between Hawaii and Las Vegas?|180383

Whats the difference the similarities and can homeless people live there?

We don_t want or need anymore homeless here we have enough and it is illegal.

Homeless are better off in Hawaii I would think, Vegas gets very hot during the day and very cold at night, not the best for someone with nowhere to go. Hawaii is pretty temperate all year round, plus the scenery is much better. Hawaii is much harder to get to however, and I would assume much better at controlling the homeless population since it is a high end tropical destination where people do not want to be reminded of the less fortunate.

I think there is more chance of a homeless person living in Hawaii, because there are more natural resources, and the people here are kind, and if you need help, mostlikely they_ll help you. Well one difference is that in Las Vegas you can gamble, in Hawai_i, you can_t. Las Vegas and Hawai_i are just two seperate places. Hawai_i is more busy and beaches and tourists. Las Vegas is more gambling and tourists too.

Probably Las Vegas. It_s cheaper to get there and you would probably do better at panhandling. You can also get cheaper food there. Casinos and stuff have all kinds of giveaways and freebies to attract tourists. It is kind of harsh there, though. It_s very hot in the summer, and cold and very windy in the winter. But, I would think there are a whole lot more social services available in Vegas, too. A lot of people go out there kind of desperate and end up losing everything they own. So, there social services are geared for that.

What is there to do on the weekdays in Detroit?|177121

I am making plans on visiting Detroit from Atlanta to see the Tampa Bay Devil Rays play baseball against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, May 30, 2007. I am coming in on Saturday, May 26, 2007, and I was wondering what can I do and see while I am in Detroit. Also, I am hoping that someone can answer the following questions about Detroit;

1. What kind of public transporation does the city have and do they have a light rail system?

2. What are good places to hang out at during the nighttime in the City of Detroit?

3. In what ways is Detroit a vibrant city?

4. What is the best pizza place to eat in Detroit?

5. What is the best hotel to spend the night at in Detroit?

Well these are my answers

Q1. We have City buses, Taxi, and there is also what they call a people mover (light rail system) that takes you through Downtown Detroit.

Q2. Nightlife depends there are plenty of hot clubs, Casino_s and good restaruants to enjoy yourself at. Greek Town is also a nice strip to hang out at lots of bars and more Life there.

Q3. We have one best Theather Districts outside of New York, We have some awesome clubs (Fun Nightlife). We have a great water front. But last but not least people like me live here.

Q4. Pizza Papalis located in downtown detroit on Monroe.

Q5. Atheneum Hotel Located on Monroe St. In Downtown Detroit inside is a place called Fishbones with the Best Seafood ever..acroos from all the fun Nightlife Downtown has to offer.

I hope I helped you out a lil.

1. What kind of public transporation does the city have and do they have a light rail system?

We have something called the people mover that takes people from one stop to another in the downtown area. From say, Joe Louis Arena to the Cobo Hall and other destinations in the immediate downtown area.

2. What are good places to hang out at during the nighttime in the City of Detroit?

Depends on what you_re into. There are some great Casino_s that seem to be a popular attraction to visitors. Some restaurants or bars like Hockeytown Cafe, or you could go visit Canada as the bridge is right there. Their_s also the Fox Theatre.

3. In what ways is Detroit a vibrant city?

Not sure exactly what you mean by vibrant, but their is usually always something going on.

4. What is the best pizza place to eat in Detroit?

Pizza Papalis, a Chicago pizza located in Greektown.

5. What is the best hotel to spend the night at in Detroit?

Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center. Near the Detroit river which gives you some nice views.

Hoped I helped.

1, they have a monorail system that takes you to certain parts of the city.

2, this would depend on what your interested in. If you want a bar, Hockeytown Cafe if your into sports, State theater (concerts also).

3. No comment.. Windsor is right across the river. bring passport and see canada.

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http://www.pizzapapalis.com/


5 the casino in greektown.

Go Devilrays.

1- Almost non, a few disjointed bus systems, a useless little train that makes a circle around the center of the city
2-There are surprisingly lots of choices...all within walking distance of downtown
3-The downtown is actually making a decent comeback, but dont go into any of the neighborhoods, or you will be depressed, if you go north of tiger stadium, you will be shocked...its getting better fast, but its still zombie-ville
4-Pizza Papalis is really good, the meat lovers deep dish is insane..one slice will fill you up...its ooozing with meat and cheese
5-There is a hilton right down town that is new and walking distance to tiger statium

How will my slight southern accent be perceived in Seattle?|116178

I_m not the redneck type of southerner keep in mind.

I just want things to go smooth and enjoy what Seattle and Washington State have to offer.

In most cases it won_t be noticed, ro cared about. In a majority of the other cases you_ll encounter curiosity and/or awe, but there are a few people who are immature and dislike people with southern accents.

But, like I say, the people who will welcome you will outweight those who will be mean or hateful.

I have a distinctive Midwestern Accent and I have had no real issuse. I do get an occasional joke from people but very light hearted. There are people from all over out here, I actually know more poeple from other states than I know Native Washingtonites.

They might ask, _Are you from Tacoma?_

It_s not a problem. I live just outside Seattle, but I_m originally from Texas, and have a FAINT southern accent; people here don_t even seem to notice it :-)

People will love it. They will ask you were you are from, and stuff like that. But remember not everything is coke up here, we call it pop or soda, so if you say coke, you_ll get coke a cola.
The only way they will think you are a redneck is if you say that you are form eastern washington or idaho... I_ve made that mistake.
We love the south and accept all kinds of folk. enjoy the not humide climate and don_t get too addicted to Starbucks!

Seattle is really liberal and friendly...if anything, you_ll just have people asking where you_re from (in a friendly way). I wouldn_t worry about it. Be yourself!

it wont be norticed that much .

i live in seattle and although your accent wont have any affect on how people treat you, dont expect to be treated warmly. people in seattle like to keep to themselves, they act like you are trying to kidnapp them if you just speak to them, my boyfriend is from louisiana and that was one of the first things he said he noticed when he got here. it truly is a beautiful city though, the whole state is beautiful!

On the West Coast there are people from everywhere. Most people living in a city like Seattle weren_t born there, they are from somewhere else. You will hear a lot of accents.

People generally -like- Southern accents. I know I do (I_m from the San Francisco area, which is very similar). So long as you don_t act like a redneck, people won_t have a problem with your accent.

BTW it_s a beautiful city, you_ll love it! It does rain an awful lot, though.

It_s no biggy-Seattle is a very diverse and cosmopolitan city nowadays. It_s still got some lumber town roots, but remember it_s got Boeing and Microsoft as well.

Seattle is in general an open minded, accepting place. More liberal than most other places. People from many different countries and cultures live there, so don_t worry about it. You see all kinds of people and hear all kinds of languages.

In the state of Washington is the military base Fort Lewis. The military invites all types of cultures and accents. You wouldn_t be alone, you_d be fine.

you are fine there are lots of acsented people in seattle

They will think youre country. But you shouldnt get a beat donw for it. Unless you go to the _CD_ central district.

Be yourself Brandon... don_t worry about what people say unless you are intentionally being a moron... if it_s just you being you, if they get upset they should take a cold shower.

i am from Tennessee and people didn_t really seem to notice my accent they could tell that i wasn_t local, but no one paid any attention to it

What are some great, fun and interesting washington dc mseums?|100132

we are planning to take a trip to dc so what are some really fun and intersting museums?

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There are lots of museums in DC, and the great thing is, there_s one for every interest and age group.

Of the smithsonian museums, the Natural History has the dinosaurs (great for kids) and the gem exhibit (great for women and everyone else who likes to look at bling!). The American History Museum has the First Ladies gown collection (again, more for girls) and exhibits about technology, print making, etc. - a little bit of everything. The Air _ Space Museum has lots of planes and air and spacecraft on the floor and hanging from the ceiling. It also has an IMAX theatre.

If you like art, it_s hard to beat the National Gallery. It_s divided in half, with a big fountain in between - one is pre-renaissance and the other side is renaissance. The gift shop is great - you can get full sized prints of many works of art there for less than a dollar.

I also like the National Portrait Gallery/National Museum of Art. It underwent a massage renovation and was closed for several years, but it_s open again and it_s an awesome art museum. Because it_s not right on the mall (it_s in Chinatown), it gets overlooked a lot, I think. But the art there is great and all US made.

All of the museums I mentioned above are free. But if you want to go to a museum that_s unique and really interesting/entertaining, I_d recommend the Spy Museum. Guests are given a _secret spy_ mission and you get clues along the way. The exhibits are great. This would be a museum appropriate for anyone aged 11 or 12 and up.

Another museum that_s extremely moving is the Holocaust Museum. You are given information about a person living in Europe during the Holocaust and get to follow their journey and ultimately find out their fate. While admission is free, I_d recommend getting tickets ahead of time through Ticketmaster since the lines can be very long.

This is not a museum, but the DC Zoo is one of the best in the country and is free of charge. It_s in a leafy enclave in DC and it_s a lovely way to spend an afternoon.

Hope this helps and have a great time during your visit!

I_d suggest the Library of Congress Jefferson Building (FREE), National Archives (FREE), the U.S. Botanic Gardens (FREE), the Smithsonian American Art/National Portrait Gallery (both FREE - plus the newly opened Kogood Courtyard which lies between the two is a beautiful glass-canopy respite within the District; an architectural gem), The Renwick Gallery (FREE ... located near the White House and currently exhibiting the blown glass work of Italian artist Lino Tagliapietra) and National Building Museum (donation requested).

FYI: The Smithsonian American History Museum is closed for renovation until November 21, 2008.

It_s one of the few that charge, but I_m a fan of the National Museum of Crime and Punishment. The Museum of Natural History (which is free) is also fun and interesting.

Well, all of the ones listed above are good. But, I must say that the Newseum was my favorite! Then again, I do plan on being a News Anchor :-)

I would say the Newseum as mentioned above and also the Spy Museum.

the air and space museum rocks

Where can I find the average cost of living for certain towns or areas?|196473

I am researching different areas my family and I are thinking of relocating to and would like to compare them with where we currently live. I have tried searching on the internet, but get more confused. Is there a specific site I can go to input city, county _ state to get the avg. cost of living there? I do not need an exact figure. Just a general idea. Thanks!

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This site will let you locate cities. It will tell you the sales tax, average median family income. Car insurance costs. state income tax rate and growth %

Here are some websites on which you can compare two cities.

Check the Consumer Price Index at the US Department of Labor:

http://www.bls.gov/cpi/home.htm

What are the places to visit Brazil?|107382

Iam planning to go to Brazil, i want to know which month to go so that i can see more tourist and have more fun. I would also like to know how much will it cost to stay for a day?

When going to Brazil i think the main places to visit are as follows:

Christ the Redeemer _ Corcovado Hill, Rio de Janeiro

If you make it to Rio de Janeiro during your trip to Brazil it is
impossible to avoid Corcovado Hill and the world famous statue of Christ the Redeemer. Standing at one hundred and twenty five feet, it is Brazil��s most prominent landmark. Once you mount the hill to get to the statue you will also receive spectacular views out over the entire city. The idea for the statue came about in 1921 but the actual designing and building didn��t start until a decade later. The statue which the designers eventually came up with and the one that looks over Rio today symbolizes Christ with his arms open embracing all the people.

Amazon Rain Forest, Manaus

Tragic is the only word to describe a visit to Brazil without a trip to the Amazon rainforest. Home to thousands of the rarest species of flora and fauna in the world as well as numerous indigenous tribes, entering this wilderness is like nothing you are ever likely to experience again. Manaus, the capital city of the Brazilian state of Amazonas, is the gateway for all visitors to the depths of the rainforest and there are numerous tour operators who provide excellent packages which cater for everyone��s needs. Do shop around for the best value and try to avail of a tour which will provide anything you might need during your trip. Remember, you are heading into the wild so if you forget anything, there is no going back. Main activities, sports etc.

Iguaza Falls

While only a quarter of the falls are actually in Brazil, the remainder are in Argentina and Uruguay, they are still an attraction very much worth your while checking out. It is recommended that you see them from both sides of the various borders but you will need a visa to travel to the other countries. If you can at all, you should obtain do so and allow at least two days for your trip. If not, you will still see plenty to fascinate you. They are located in the northwest of the Missiones and consist of 275 falls, some reaching as high as seventy metres. Added to this is the fact that they are surrounded by the National Park, a virgin jungle protecting over four hundred species of wildlife and over two thousand flora species. It is a remarkable trip offering some of the most memorable views you are ever likely to see.

The Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Thanks to the efforts of American crooner, Barry Manilow, the Copacabana is something most people have heard mentioned from time to time. What they might not know is that it is one of the most famous of all the beaches in the world. Running for three miles in front of the densely populated Rio de Janeiro, the Copacabana means very different things for different people. For some it is a commercial, ultra tacky destination where they would never dream of going. For others it is the sheer craziness of the place and the people that add to its appeal. But, for whatever reason, it attracts hundreds of thousands of people every year and the one thing that they all agree on is that they have a good time while they are there.

The Pantanal
The Pantanal translates as ��large swamp�� and lies in the mid�Cwest of the country. While everyone has heard of the Amazon Basin, this area actually surpasses it when it comes to wildlife viewing. Home to over six hundred and fifty species of bird as well as alligators, deer, otters, emus, boa constrictors and monkeys, it is a fascinating attraction for the nature lovers among you. If you��re not partial to all things wild and wonderful, however, you might be better off heading to the beach because they simply cannot be avoided in this unique wilderness.

my personal favourite is rio, as it opened my eyes culturally (as well as the CARNIVAL) and is a completely different world to the one which we live in . trust me man :)

hope this helps, have a fun trip.

Sao Paulo

The Carnaval is in February next year (not sure of the dates) so go to Rio for that. You can also visit the Corcovado _ Sugarloaf too when you are there.

For nature I would visit the Amazon or Atlantic Forests _ also Foz De Igaucu in the South West of the country.

For a laid back attitude go to Salvador da Bahia.

First of all, Brasil is a country the size of the 48 contiguous United States. That_s a LOT of country! You need to decide what part of the country you want to go to, such as the capital, Brasilia, in central Brasil, the beaches around Rio de Janiero, the Amazonas region, or farther south to some of the lesser known areas. Personally, I went to Sao Paulo, Santo Andre, and then traveled to the states of Parana and Santa Caterina to visit family. The buses there are cheap, so getting around costs you about $40US a day. Since I satyed with family all the time, I really don_t have any idea of what hotels and such cost, but with the exchange rate, you will probably be pleasantly surprised.
Many tourists think that the best time to go to Brasil is during Carnivale (Mardi Gras) in late winter/early spring. Rio has some great parties! Since the seasons are reversed in the southern hemishphere, the weather is lovely! Be careful if you do go at that time. Robbery is common, so don_t wear flashy clothing or expensive jewelry when you_re out and about.
For the best ticket prices, try www.voabrasil.com
We got a good deal on tickets for the off-season in October, but plan ahead a year, and you can get some amazing deals!

Good luck, and don_t forget that you_ll need a passport, and a visa from the Brasilian Embassy.
Ivy

Mostly it depends on what you want here. If you like nice beaches go Northeast, Rio de Janeiro. If you like business city go to Sao Paulo, if you like some local tradition you can try south states, basic they ware populated by europeans, they kept several tradions, what it is actually very nice. If you like nature go on central or north states, where you will find rainforest.
Temperature is warm anytime, worse case scenario will be south on winter, very small amount of snow sometimes.

Are there any beaches near Clearwater that are good for sea shelling?|106984

I want to go somewhere close to home and look for sea shells with my nieces? Anyone know of a good place to find them around the Clearwater Beach area?

I have had some good success on Anna Maria Island. It_s not as crowded and easier to find shells.

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