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The Holiday Inn Express in Bakersfield, California over Thanksgiving by gaelkm Pros: EXTRA nice, I felt spoiled!
Cons: nothing for me! We went to beautiful Bakersfield this year for Thanksgiving. Why Bakersfield, you ask? Well, my sister lives in Bakersfield (we call it "B-field" for short) and she invited the whole clan over to her place this year. Great idea considering it gives my ...
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Dec 02 '08 |
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Flying the notorious wreck of the saharan skies! by amsterdam1970 Pros: You avoid a seriously dangerous overland trip.
Cons: You give your life in the hands of people that you would rationally not trust. Who is Toumai Air Chad and why would I need to travel with them?Toumai Air Chad is the lovable flag carrier of the republic of Chad. It's home base is N'Djamena International Airport. To be perfectly honest there should be no reason ...
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Dec 02 '08 |
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A huge colour TV was placed on my lap during flight! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Crowded flight with lot's of luggage!
Cons: Azerbijan residents go first. What is Nakhchivan? For those who didn't know it yet Azerbijan became an independent country after the fall of the soviet union. A naturally rich country in oil and natural gas. nakhchivan belongs to Azerbaijan and is an ...
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Dec 01 '08 |
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Tropical Paradise by smartone86 Pros: Beach, pool, food, drinks, entertainment, friendly staff
Cons: Poor English, hard to get reservations, problems with power, check in, problems in room My extended family and I recently spent a week at the Melia Caribe Tropical. We had a great time, and I'd highly recommend it to anyone.Initial ImpressionsThe resort is gorgeous. It's right on the beach. It's ...
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Dec 01 '08 |
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The Family Resort by lilnifer Pros: Skiing, Family Friendly, Great Snow, Small Mountain Feel
Cons: Slow lifts I've pretty much grown up at Smugglers Notch Resort. When they call it a family resort, that's what they mean. They have some of the nicest and best teachers I've ever met at a resort, I've learned to both ski and board there. The ...
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Dec 01 '08 |
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Insight Vacations - Grecian Dreams tour with Louis Cruise Lines Greek Islands cruise by sharhock Pros: Excellent Insight guides. Hotels & bus comfortable. Sites extensively covered. Insight has guaranteed departures.
Cons: Large group. Louis Cruise excursions pricey; didn't cover everything advertised in brochure. Tour of Greece and the Greek Islands, October 2008, with Insight Vacations(with apologies for length of this review) Grecian Dreams with Insight VacationsIn October 2008, my husband and I and two friends booked ...
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Dec 01 '08 |
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Yellowstone National Park - Mother Natures Mystery by jscott66 Pros: There is no other place on earth even close to Yellowstone.
Cons: The crowds can get to be to large in some areas. Every year millions of people travel from all around the world to experience the world's one and only Yellowstone National Park. So what is the big deal about the park that attract these thousands of people each year? The number one reason why so many ...
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Dec 01 '08 |
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Get an introduction to the Adirondack Region at the Adirondack Museum by jps246 Pros: Comprehensive look at the exploration and settlement of the Adirondacks
Cons: Kids might get bored, Not as much natural history as human history If you are visiting the Adirondacks and you want to get a good introduction to the region's human and natural history, then a stop at the Adirondack Museum in the Town of Blue Mountain Lake is just what you need. This museum ...
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Dec 01 '08 |
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Chaos on a classic B727-100 Jet, are we crashing into the jungle? by amsterdam1970 Pros: Cheap, no real alternative!
Cons: Old planes, dangerous situations typical for african aviation. Who needs to go to soyo anyway?Good point, soyo is a little city and port on the Congo river. Neigbouring country Congo (formerly known as Zaire)is easily visible from the waterfront. Probably you will never go there unless you work in the ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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Utah's Fremont Indian State Park -- More than just an I-70 Rest Stop! by JediKermit Pros: Great collection of artifacts, nice facilities, convenient to I-15 or I-70 travel, astounding rock art.
Cons: No food or gas, Most people drive right on by... I had driven past it at least a hundred times in my life--a dozen of those in the last six months alone. But we finally decided to pull off of the interstate and visit Fremont Indian State Park. Located in south-central Utah, near the ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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MEXICAN NIGHTS: Your Guide to the HOTTEST Club Scenes in Mexico! by mrkstvns There's people who work themselves to exhaustion all day long, and then there's people who live it u ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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Sam's Town: An Off-Strip Paradise. (No, thats not an oxymoron!) by garri767 Pros: Rooms, Dining, Entertainment, Casino
Cons: Shopping, Confusing layout Introduction Once again, we were infected with the Vegas Itch and had to go out west and enjoy ourselves. For once though, we felt the need to try something different. Many ideas were thrown around. We actually considered staying ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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Amsterdam's Redlight District: Goodbye Morals, Hello Ginger! by jetbluefan1 Pros: Clean, friendly people, well priced, beautiful architecture, unique
Cons: Not for everyone, dog poop You have seen it in movies. You have heard of it from your new office intern. You have an aunt twice removed who goes every April. You have certainly heard of the bliss that is Amsterdam's Redlight District. Located in the heart of Amsterdam - "Amsterdam ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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Nice Birthday Getaway by babs7262 Pros: Location, comfort
Cons: parking prices, lack of lobby activity I like to go away locally for my birthday because it lands on the 4th of July weekend. My birthday was in the middle of the week so we wanted to go somewhere close for 2 nights. We live about an hour away from the Hyatt at Penns Landing. If the traffic ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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Disneyland..Being Prepared Before Take Off by nataliesmomkim Pros: Disney is a fun trip with things to do for the entire family..
Cons: Can be expensive..but very doable if planning ahead and taking advantage of deals.. As a native Californian..who grew up at Disneyland..I never thought I would have to plan a trip that would require working on a budget..but..after moving to another state..I find..in order to be able to visit Disney..and...allow my daughter to ...
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Nov 30 '08 |
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Great Barrington Comfort Inn and Suites - Made for Families Staying in the Berkshires by mmcphee Pros: Plenty of room to sleep a family of five, clean and convenient with family amenities
Cons: Uncomfortable pull out couches for adults Having three young children means finding a hotel can be a challenge. I look for reasonably priced suites whenever possible. Fortunately, I found the Comfort Inn and Suites in Great Barrington, MA for a last minute ski get away.Meet the ...
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Nov 29 '08 |
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Ilias Lolaounis Flashes His Jewelry in Athens City Centre by cr01 Pros: A diversion from everything ancient, and in a handy location.
Cons: Not particularly interesting. As my beloved is a keen fan of jewellery, we decided to suspend our tour of Ancient Greece for an hour to explore the Ilias Lalaounis Jewelry Museum. The museum is tucked away just off the pedestrianised walkway that links many of Athens main ancient ...
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Nov 29 '08 |
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Viva Fidel! Flying the socialist skies by Ilyushin IL-62 by amsterdam1970 Pros: Very Cuban
Cons: Very Cuban Viva Fidel! Flying the socialist skies by Ilyushin IL-62!I am in luck today my flight van Havana to Cancun is operated by Il-62. The sturdy 4 engine in the tail Ilyushin based on design of the British built VC-10.Most people might ...
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Nov 29 '08 |
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Help I am flying an YAK-40, a ..what???? by amsterdam1970 Pros: Faster than a bus on domestic routes.
Cons: Limited destinations. Elderly planes. Help I am flying a YAK-40, a ....what????I flew from Aleppo to Damascus with Syrian airlines. Luckily I flew a YAK-40! A YAK what......? Oh a YAK-40 is a cosy little 30 seat er with 3 engines in the tail. Built in the soviet union ...
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Nov 28 '08 |
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Best Western Landmark Hotel by vision2win Pros: Free shuttle service to airport and French Quarters. In-house restaurant and bar area.
Cons: It's a little far from the French Quarters. Limited cable choices. Too bad for the poor review with the previous post! I found this hotel to be quite the opposite! Yes...the building is a little old...but it has character! I love hotels that give you a historical classic feel! The staff is second to none! I ...
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Nov 28 '08 |
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Cabin crew was sound asleep while boarding! by amsterdam1970 Pros: An adventurous trip.
Cons: A too much adventurous trip. Welcome on board Uzbekistan Airlines!Tashkent to Bishkek flight HY779 started boarding 37 hours late due to operational reasons. This is never a great way to start the journey, especially if you have spent your last 37 hours in ...
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Nov 28 '08 |
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A Quiet Space in North Dallas: Courtyard by Marriott Addison Midway by scmrak Pros: quiet, clean, lots of good eats nearby
Cons: expensive, sort of cheaps out on some of the amenities, eleven-dollar breakfasts A recent overnight trip to Dallas found me staying in a hotel in the city's northwest suburbs. My traveling partner, a salesguy pretty familiar with the area, picked the hotel. That's how we ended up in the Courtyard by Marriott Addison Midway - ...
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Nov 27 '08 |
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Ho hum, The Hilton Indianapolis North. by chelledun Pros: It's very average.
Cons: It's very average. A work event recently took me, somewhat against my will, to the Hilton Indianapolis North. Hilton isn't my brand of choice, and online reviews for this hotel were mediocre. Still, it's tough to beat the convenience of staying on-site ...
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Nov 27 '08 |
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An airline without a website, yes it's the year 2008!! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Next time you will choose a different airlines.
Cons: You have to survive this trip. When will I fly with Turkmenistan airlines?Probably never unless, 1) Your lifelong dream was to visit Turkmenistan and you can convince the authorities to give you a visa. (and you can't afford a better airline after you get ...
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Nov 27 '08 |
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Ryanair; did I get a good deal? by amsterdam1970 Pros: A good deal can be had!
Cons: You might think you had a good deal but it was not Should I give my money to mr o'Leary?Mr O'Leary(CEO of Ryanair) is probably Europe's most in genius and hated businessman at the same time. We have to understand that eccentric statements make people comment. The more comments the ...
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Nov 26 '08 |
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An airline as harsh as a harsh russian winter. by amsterdam1970 Pros: None
Cons: Everything Who is behind transaero?The company was set up by 2 Russian Israeli business man who wanted to start a private airlines in Russia after the fall of the U.S.S.R. I can't confirm this but I heard that the 2 had experience with EL AL the ...
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Nov 26 '08 |
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Budget...More Than Just Good Prices by coldsteel7 Pros: Competitively priced, clean well-maintained cars, professional and courteous customer service, free upgrades, gas pre-purchase option.
Cons: One experience with long line at LAX on a Friday. I have rented from Budget Car Rentals three times over the past two years. I have also had one rental from Budget Truck Rentals. All of these experiences have been good, with a minor glitch on my first car rental at LAX two years ...
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Nov 26 '08 |
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Well, it's a place to sleep, at least by HawgWyld Pros: Reasonable priced; free Wi-Fi; clean; quiet
Cons: Messed up cold water faucet in the shower; smoke alarm that went off at random My wife and I headed up to northwest Arkansas for Thanksgiving and chose to spend at least one night at a hotel while my mother-in-law watched the kids. Why? Because we haven't had any time alone since February and escaping our, err, "lovely" children ...
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Nov 26 '08 |
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Colony Club: Blame It On The Rain by CurtisEdmonds Pros: Lovely beachfront resort, charming, with all the amenities.
Cons: A little off the beaten track, lousy TV selection. Before I even start, look, yeah, everybody knows that you're not supposed to go to the Caribbean in hurricane season. But we checked. We really did. We went to the National Hurricane Center website and everything, and they said there ...
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Nov 26 '08 |
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Skyteam latest member, why where they allowed to join? by amsterdam1970 Pros: Brand new terminal 3 at sheremetyvo.
Cons: The good old times of the howling engines of a sturdy Ilyushin are over. Do Russian pilot's fly better drunk?Good question, probably they do but unfortunately with the hefty checks these days the good old times of a serious drunk Aeroflot pilot are over. They are just like other pilot's these days; ...
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Nov 26 '08 |
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They are slooooowly improving! by amsterdam1970 Pros: While boarding you may observe the beautifull paintjob on your royal jordanian aircraft.
Cons: Tatty interiours. What is the best thing and the worst thing about Royal Jordanian?Well the best thing probably is that if you fly Royal Jordanian you are on the way to Jordan which is a wonderful country with many sights and great people.The worst ...
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Nov 25 '08 |
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Africa's second best but does this mean anything? by amsterdam1970 Pros: Better than most other African airlines.
Cons: Fellow passengers carry a whole wholesale market with them on board. Safety, just acceptable! Africa's second best but does this mean anything?Every frequent traveler knows that flying on the African continent can be problematic. We can write the most amazing stories here about experiences on airlines in the Congo and other African ...
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Nov 25 '08 |
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An aviation enthousiast's dream! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Decent service!
Cons: Old planes, possibly many delays. Iran air, it sounds truly frightening!Without touching any political subject here, anyone who visits Iran will be probably surprised what they find. Lot's of history, nice cities and great shopping in the old bazaars. Another surprise ...
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Nov 25 '08 |
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Asia's biggest low cost carrier! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Usually very good value.
Cons: Cattle truck in the air. How it all started,Tony Fernandez a very clever business man from Malaysia started Air Asia as a small budget airline competing with Malaysia airlines on a few main domestic routes.What they are now (7 years later),A ...
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Nov 24 '08 |
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Surprisingly things work here. by amsterdam1970 Pros: Modern planes, great stopover opportunity in cairo.
Cons: Transit not exactly smooth. Fellow passengers will travel with LOTS of hand-luggage. Why people think Egypt air is a mediocre airline?Egypt is a wonderful country to visit. But all visitors have to admit to one thing, it doesn't always run smooth. So Egypt air as the country's flag carrier is generally inmagined to ...
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Nov 24 '08 |
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We were regulars for years, but no more! by caartist Pros: Great pool slide, variety of pools, gorgeous ocean view.
Cons: Amenities disappeared en masse, grossly understaffed, unchanging restaurant menus, overall decline in quality. My family has been staying here for years, since it was a Hyatt years ago. We loved the various pools, multiple restaurants, excellent and attentative staff and great amenities. Having experienced most of the islands many times over the last ...
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Nov 24 '08 |
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Norwegain Jewel Sails to Canada 10/18-10/28/08 by theawesome1 Pros: Mini Suite AFT #11656, BOGO meals
Cons: Previous cruise illness' constant scrubbing, disinfecting & fumigating Got a 9AM flight so we get to sleep in til 6AM, then shower & dress & drive to the rapid station for the one stop ride to Hopkins Airport for our flight to Newark. D/L boarding passes so we zip thru luggage check in with a piece having 4 days ...
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Nov 24 '08 |
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Fun at Sea & Bermuda by theawesome1 Pros: A very friendly crew, a beautiful ship
Cons: NYC traffic to get to Terminal from Newark Airport Up at 3AM to pack dress & get to airport for 6AM flight. Continental was very welcoming, took luggage as computer stated & gave us coupons for a FREE cocktail. Plane was a sell out to Newark, no one on Dawn's cruise that we talked to. Arrived in ...
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Nov 24 '08 |
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Fine hotel, but it does not take my breath away by icio Pros: convenient location, nice decor, friendly personnel
Cons: Stiff rates Another business trip, another hotel, another review. Location - vote 9/10: excellent for business or for vacation. W 55th Street, between 5th Ave and Ave. of the Americas is one of the choicest locations in NYC: close to 5th Ave shopping, ...
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Nov 23 '08 |
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In search of haunted Denver by adriennefoster Pros: Has plenty of haunted sites to visit
Cons: Many attractions closed on Monday, some attractions had staff not willing to talk about hauntings I have yet to visit a city without liking it. Although Denver has plenty of appeal, my experience during my recent visit was disappointing. Most of the attractions I was interested in were closed on Mondays despite being the height of the ...
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Nov 23 '08 |
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Sand Dunes: A must-see by Shanti Pros: Beautiful, fun to hike and roll in.
Cons: Far away from a lot of towns in Colorado I lived in Colorado for almost 20 years before ever seeing the Great Sand Dunes, but now that I've been there, I'm making it an annual stop. The Great Sand Dunes, a national park, lies 35 miles of Alamosa, which, in and of itself is a cute town ...
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Nov 23 '08 |
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It's VEGAS baby! A locals Viewpoint. by Mooncreek9 Pros: Vegas has it all, shows, gambling, resorts, golfing, hiking, biking, fantastic weather!
Cons: Lot's of traffic and crowds. As a Vegas local, I get to enjoy all the perks of living in a city that never sleep without having to travel far from home.DOWNTOWN - FREMONT STREETI love going downtown to Fremont Street! After dark there is an amazing lazer ...
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Nov 22 '08 |
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Brookfield Zoo: a great day for this pack of primates by driftless Pros: Great primate house. Scores of species. Myriad Mold-A-Rama options.
Cons: Mediocre food. Uninspiring gift shop. A trip to the zoo might be the ideal family activity, at least for my family.  
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Enough variety and intellectual stimulation for the adults, a slow enough pace for the pre-teen and most crucially, the teenager is a zookeeper wanna...
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Nov 22 '08 |
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Le Meridien Barbarons, the Seychelles ~ A Fair Hotel in the Garden of Eden by reginafug Pros: Lovely natural surroundings, a beautiful beach, and expansive grounds.
Cons: The next_village is 4-5 miles away. Guests need_a_car unless they coccoon their entire stay! Located on the West coast of Mahe, the main island of the Seychelles, Le Meridien Barbarons enjoys a truly blessed setting, with a soft, white sand beach, lush tropical gardens, majestic palm trees, and a beautiful mountain backdrop. Although the ...
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Nov 22 '08 |
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A national airline with only one active jet. by amsterdam1970 Pros: Good pilot's, Nice mountain views when flying into Kathmandu!
Cons: Slightly unreliable! What the world heard about this airline!Recently news papers around the globe published the story about Royal Nepal and the goats. Well if you missed it; Royal Nepal had so many problems with their ageing B757 that they sacrificed a ...
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Nov 22 '08 |
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You get what you pay for! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Uuuuuuhm ....... maybe good pilot's????
Cons: About anything you could come up with! All horror stories are true!I can tell you all horror stories about biman Bangladesh are true. Some flights are indeed delayed for a week. Some toilet doors are indeed missing! Some pilot's do indeed frequently walk away from the aircraft ...
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Nov 21 '08 |
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Simple safe ultimate German reliablity and efficiency. by amsterdam1970 Pros: Safe, reliable and efficient like only the german's can!
Cons: Little cold, no luxury cabin's and flashy add-on's Why some people don't like Lufthansa,Lufthansa might be considered impersonal and cold by some and in some way this might be true. In the times of airlines like Emirates and Etihad that have flashy products in all classes an airline like ...
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Nov 21 '08 |
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Not bad at all! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Good value
Cons: Old B747's First impressions count! Like most airlines the first impression of a china airlines aircraft can very a bit. Their A340 and A330's are brand new complete with in seat video systems. Their B747 are old style but always clean and well taken care ...
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Nov 21 '08 |
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KLM is so dutch! by amsterdam1970 Pros: Easy going, very dutch!
Cons: Long haul B747 fleet is quite old. Windmills, Dikes and KLM!As a dutch person often travelling on many different airlines I always have to smile when I find myself on-board KLM. It's so dutch, from the cups of coffee that have written on it that the coffee you drink is ...
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Nov 21 '08 |
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Crystal-Clear Backpacks…Because You Never Know What Eight Year Olds Are Trying To Smuggle Into School by Freak369 Pros: Two zipper compartments, sturdy stitching, padded shoulder straps.
Cons: See-through design means absolutely no privacy. Yeah, that product title is laced with just a hint of sarcasm … Clear backpacks aren't new concept or product, they've been around for years but aren't the most discrete of things to carry around with you. I don't ...
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Nov 21 '08 |
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Trip Report - JFK to San Jose (SJC) by bharat_rao Pros: DirectTV is a definite plus
Cool and efficient overall Cons: Frequent flyer program not great Had a training to attend in the bay area. As it turned out, the event was in the 'W' hotel in Newark, CA. My 'home' airport is Newark, NJ! But I quickly found that there were actually no non-stops from Newark, NJ to San Jose (the closest to airport ...
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Nov 21 '08 |
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Arundel Mills Mall:Wear Comfortable Shoes by toiletoctopus Pros: Bass Pro Shops, Dave and Busters, Movies, Shopping Choices, Food, Well Behaved Teens
Cons: A lot of walking..bring comfortable shoes, as your feet will hurt. I am not the world's biggest fan of shopping malls, but I will make an exception with Arundel Mills. This gigantic mall has one place that makes my heart beat faster, which is Outdoor World Bass Pro Shops. Located in Hanover, Maryland, ...
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Nov 20 '08 |
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West Virginia: Buckshot, Hillbillies, and More by toiletoctopus Pros: Outdoor Lovers Paradise, Great People, Entertainment
Cons: None West Virginia has had its share of inequities, from being associated with some of the best geographical jokes in the U.S., to being considered a place of rife poverty and inbreeding. While it is one of the poorest states in the country, due to its lack ...
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Nov 20 '08 |
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Super 8 Motel in Middletown, Virginia by toiletoctopus Pros: Price, Great Service
Cons: Art decco blankets, bathroom I spent two nights in this motel during the week, while out on a deer hunting trip in the Shenandoah Valley. My friend's uncle was kind enough to let us hunt on his property, and even offered to put us up for serveral nights, but unfortunately I am ...
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Nov 19 '08 |
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Hidden Treasure by honeycando Pros: Great people.
Great scenery. Close to CO Springs Academy & Peterson AFB Cons: If you don't like isolation and peace, then this is not a place for you. This town reminds me of the frontier towns in the midwest, except one thing distinguishes it from the rest...the breathtaking view of the mountains.Folk there are more than friendly and welcome you with open arms. The hidden treasure had ...
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Nov 19 '08 |
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Alien and Amazing by ignu Pros: Stunning natural scenery; fascinating and unique; excellent day trip
Cons: Hot, dry, and remote...but would you really go to Death Valley expecting otherwise? Visiting Death Valley in November--especially when you're from Minnesota--is almost like being on another planet. The landscape could be a moon in some undiscovered solar system. And (when you're from Minnesota) the warmth is as welcome as a gulp of ...
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Nov 19 '08 |
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Well known = crowded by sumo28 Pros: Great place to go in the middle of the week. Decent terrain park features.
Cons: crowded, narrow trails, short runs, too many flats, lack of trails for advanced riders. OK, don't get me wrong, Camelback is a decent mountain. I've had a season pass there and go there a lot, and will go there a bunch more in the future. However, I feel like that any other mountains in the Poconos or Catskills are comparable and you ...
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