How long could it take to send a mail from San Antonio to New Orleans?|104222

I have to send this important letter to New Orleans in time before Aug. 22. How long will the mail takes to there and back considering a 2 day processing time as well as New Orleans in it_s current condition.

It should take 2 or 3 days at the most each way....maybe add a day for the damage. Plenty of time.

13 hrs by car

You could send it 3 day priority and you can also add a signature card so that you know it will have to be signed for. It_s a little more expensive, but well worth the extra money so that you know it was received.

Where is the best place to park outside of DC to ride Metro bus or rail into mall for the day?|117222

We will be vacationing in Washington DC this spring, and have heard its best not to drive in and try to park. I would like to know the best place to park outside of the city proper to take Metro rail or bus in to see the sights each day. We will be staying North of the city. Also, any good, inexpensive places to eat near the mall- can be off the beaten path, one of those places tourists normally don_t know about. Would be welcome to any other suggestions for my family to get the most out of our trip. Thanks.

Yes, DC is definately not the best place to drive if you are not familiar with the area. I would recommend parking at one of the following locations. Odenton, MD rail station, or New Carollton, MD rail station. Odenton is a little farther north, but it offers free parking. At New Carollton you can take either the metro system or the MARC train(Penn Line). I have provided links to both below tranportation systems below. Enjoy your stay!

http://www.wmata.com/

http://www.mtamaryland.com/services/marc/

(note: the MARC trains do not operate on the weekends)

I always stay at the Embassy Suites-Tyson_s Corner, VA. The hotel is awesome and the suites are perfect for a family. The metro is just 2 miles from the hotel. You can drive to the Metro which has free parking at this site every weekend or you can take the hotel shuttle (free) to the metro The hotel also has a free shuttle to the Tyson_s Corner mall and the The Galleria mall which are both awesome. Lots of shopping and eating establishments. Driving into DC is a nightmare.

What is there to do in Biloxi, MS besides the Casinos?|170511

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

Thinking of going to school in SF. How much does it cost for like the monthly or yearly bus pass?|101441

Haha sorry I don_t know what it is called. I_m not use to public transportation and when I go there I just pay with change.

Actually, they have raised the monthly pass costs to $55 for adults. It is still a good deal though.


http://www.sfmta.com/cms/mfares/passes.h��


A monthly bus pass costs $90 in Seattle, $75 in Portland, and $70 in Los Angeles. And keep in mind that these systems aren_t as comprehensive as the one in San Francisco. You_re never more than two blocks away from a bus stop, light-rail or subway station here.

Factoring in all that, you_re actually getting quite a bargain.

Actually $40 is a good deal considering that it costs $2.00 for each bus or Muni Train ride.

And if you don_t have a car, you will be using the public transportation system ALOT... daily at least a few times a day so the $40 is WELL worth it!

a fast pass for ages 17 and up is $40 for a month
17 and below is like $10-15

Who are the largest landowners in the southwest United States?|129420

Who are the largest landowners in AZ,UT,NM,NV and CO ?

The U.S. Government.

Yeah.... The Government. The BLM, USFS, and NPS own [Manage] huge tracks of land....

Also, there are many Indian reservations [Utes, Navajo] that have a ton of land.

How much does it cost to have a car in New York City?|102856

I_m talking about parking, insurance, gas and the like. Please be as detailed as possible, thanks.

Others above have already gone over the basic costs and the basic principles of why you should not own a car here, but a couple more thoughts:

-- Parking it at home is one thing, but you_ll need to park it at wherever you drive to, also (work? shopping district?) and that can get expensive really quickly.

-- Car maintenance -- more expensive here than in some parts of the country, because the repair shops have higher rent and labor costs. Also, if you_re coming from a warmer climate, you may not be familiar with stuff like snow tires and salt damage.

-- Tolls. If you are commuting to work via most bridges and tunnels, you will pay a toll every day.

http://www.mta.info/bandt/html/btmap.htm


http://www.panynj.gov/


-- Non-economic costs. Do you really want to contribute to congestion and air pollution in the City? On a lighter note, if you spend an hour at the end of each workday looking for street parking, will you end up blowing your budget in the area of whiskey or therapy?

parkin is a hassle, some buildings have their own garages while others make you park on the street. Insurance is outrageous, especially in Brooklyn, Gas is right now at 3.89 for regular, and its basically not a smart or necessary idea to get a car if you live in the city. Brooklyn, Staten Island, Bronx and Queens....maybe. But Manhattan, not.

it depends on the following
1-if you didn_t get any violation tickets (fire hydrant ,parking meter,bus stop......etc)
2-if you_re a beginner ..geico insurance around $700 / 6 months
3-gas...ooooh boy...bad timming my friend
2years ago it was $1.99 now its 3.80
4-you can find $100 bill easy in the streets of nyc but parking spot...hell no
renting garage range between $150 to 500 per month depends on the area ...and still
lucky if you get one in your neighbourhood

sorry about my answer but its the truth

Top Gun_s insurance cost seems low. I_m in the suburbs and I_m paying over $100/month with a $1,000 deductible.
A car in NYC is such a nuisance and an expense. You will probably come out ahead if you just rent a car for those times when you really need one. Otherwise, public transportation is the way to go.

Don_t! The only reason to own a car in NYC is if you get away every weekend. I had a car; paid $500 per month; IT WAS STOLEN FROM THE GARAGE when they put a gun to the attendant_s head! There are NO parking places and you will pay a small fortune every time your car is towed.
NYC has many taxis and a good transit system, a car is an expense not worth it.

My friend, that_s about $600 to $800 a month, which can add up to $7,200 to $9,600 a year. You can spend that money on riding public transit to and from work. My advice, on behave of every New Yorkers who have respertory problems, do us a favor, forget the car, take the train and bus.

Good luck

parking costs $400 up/ per month in manhattan.
insurance $100 full coverage if you are good driver.
gas depends on how much you drive $3.78/G

Get a car ONLY if you are expecting or have small kids. Its cheaper using the subway system and wake up a few hours ealier to get around.

I have 2 words for you ZIP CAR.

What places can I not miss when visiting Meramec State Park?|103337

My boyfriend and I are planning a weekend trip to visit the St. James Winery and camp in Meramec State park. We definitely want to do some hiking and check out the cave. Is there anything else we should watch for?

A canoe ride is easy to find, and you could do some fishing. But the caves are great, as is the hiking through the forest.