Travel Forum / Destinations / USA and Canada / December 2004

Whilst looking for accomodation on the east coast (thanks to all for the
very helpful suggestions) I was puzzled as to why Americans call B&Bs from
the 19th Century, Victorian?  Shouldn't the time period be named after one
of your presidents rather than one of our queens?

What's the best and most cost effective way to get a family of 5 plus
luggage from Laguardia to Midtown?  I don't think a standard cab will
fit all of us, and no, we won't be trying public transportation for
$1.50.  I researched it a little online, but I just can't see paying

I've travelled fairly extensively in the USA, including California, but
usually in late summer or autumn, sorry fall :-).  This year I was thinking
of taking my father on a week/ 10 day trip to California in April as he has
never been and is keen to visit.   So I was wondering if ...

We plan to spend about 3 days in the Solvang area.    Has anyone been there
and could anyone recommend a good hotel/motel.  Thanks.

Cruiserweights flatten luxury liner seats
December 8, 2004
London: Dozens of seats on the Queen Mary 2, the world's biggest, newest
and most luxurious cruise liner, are collapsing under the weight of obese

I am visiting NY for 2 full days (3 nights) on my way to Orlando and Tampa)
from the UK. In that short period of time what are the must see attractions.
Whats the best way to get around and whats the best area to stay in?
My budget for hotel is max £75 per night Aprox $130.

Need some advice on good hotels in the
historic district that won't break the bank.
How is the Days Inn? I get mixed signals on this
one.  Can one get a room with a micro/fridge?

Hello... I'm from B.C., and usually drive down to San Diego 4 times a
year. ....Coming into Calif. from any direction by vehicle, one must
pass through an agricultural road check station where they ask you if
you're carrying any plants or fruits.  ...It was an expected stop for us

We would like to know if a DVD bought in Australia would work on USA DVD
players.
The back of the box shows
PAL (which is Australian)

Hi, I'm trying to plan a trip for my boyfriend and I to take over
school break (December 21 - Jan 2).  He really wants to get out of
town (we're in Seattle) to somewhere sunny and warm where he can do
some outdoorsy activities.  He likes to camp, although not at those

Okay... here is the deal... we won a trip to London and must take it by
the 17th  of December. We do not have passports - never have.
I have been looking at the passport expediting services and it seems
that I can do this cheaper myself by flying into Chicago... here is the

I'm going to spend my Christmas in Minneapolis (24th and 25th) because
of a stopover, with 2 friends. we are 3 Italians (28 years old), so
I'm asking you for some advises about the best area to find an Hotel,
(for shopping, restaurants, nightlife). let me also know if there will

I'm thinking of renting from Thrifty (much cheaper but off site) or National
(on site) next week. Any suggestions/recommendations? Thanks.

Why oh why do (many) American hotels advertize with heated pools and cannot
make that promise true? We stayed at the Best Western at Ocala last week,
called if the pool was heated. Yes sir, it will be 80 F. Well, it appeared
to be stone cold. A complaint at the front desk didn't ...

We will spend a few days in and around Frisco.    We prefer to stay out of
the city most likely north of Frisco and take the ferry over from Tiburon.
Any motel recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.