We are visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in December for a birthday celebration. I would like to spend the weekend at Niagara ( I think) and the rest of the week in Toronto downtown area. Should I book two hotels to do this or is it close enough to commute back to Toronto after seeing the sights in Niagara. I want to be in Niagara at night to see the falls light up and perhaps have dinner. I am looking at the Embassy Suites hotel. Anyone have experience with this property? Also looking at theMarriotttt tresidence Inn in downtown Toronto any suggestions will be appreciated. Also is there a likelihood of snow on the ground because I don't want to rent a car if there will be snow. Prefer public transportation if icy. Thanks Visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in Dec any suggestions as to whether I should split my hotel stays?
From a cost point of view, you are going to get the worst of both worlds. Hotels in Niagara Falls tend to be most expensive on weekends, while most Toronto hotels have highest rates on weeknights due to business travel. Instead, I would suggest you go to Niagara during the week and arrange your stay in Toronto to take in the weekend. Depending on your choices of hotels, this could easily save you several hundred dollars!
Also better stick to public transportation. The road down to Niagara is often chock-full of traffic. Plus most downtown Toronto hotels charge as much as $30 per day for parking! The buses run to Niagara Falls frequently from downtown Toronto coach terminal at Bay and Dundas. There are two companies, Coach Canada and Greyhound. VIA Rail runs trains to Niagara Falls from Union Station at Bay and Front Streets, twice a day in winter. Once there, use the Niagara Parks Department People Mover shuttle or local transit buses to get around.
Visiting Toronto and Niagara Falls in Dec any suggestions as to whether I should split my hotel stays?
I would not try to commute back to Toronto after seeing the lights in Niagara Falls. Much better to stay in Niagara Falls overnight and travel the next day. There is certainly a possibility of snow on the ground, but it may be perfectly dry for your whole trip.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Good Car Food For Long Road Trips? and Hotel Stays? 2 yr old and Prego on board?
Doing the massive road trip thing and would like some other people's input on road trip food and what to have on hand at the hotel for late night nibbles.
We've got some granola bars, jerky, string cheese, milk (we bring a cooler), water, nuts, banana chips, and possibly yogurt/other dried fruit
but I thought someone out there probably has a fabulous idea of a good snack/meal. We can't do processed lunch meat since I'm pregnant and the 2 yr old shouldn't be eating much of that anyway.
Thanks for any suggestions!! Good Car Food For Long Road Trips? and Hotel Stays? 2 yr old and Prego on board?
Why not make some home-made picnic stuff that's good cold. Like potato salad, or egg-salad, or BBQ chicken you can put on a sandwich. If you have a cooler and keep ice in it you can keep perishable stuff like mayonnaise just fine. I've done it before.
We've got some granola bars, jerky, string cheese, milk (we bring a cooler), water, nuts, banana chips, and possibly yogurt/other dried fruit
but I thought someone out there probably has a fabulous idea of a good snack/meal. We can't do processed lunch meat since I'm pregnant and the 2 yr old shouldn't be eating much of that anyway.
Thanks for any suggestions!! Good Car Food For Long Road Trips? and Hotel Stays? 2 yr old and Prego on board?
Why not make some home-made picnic stuff that's good cold. Like potato salad, or egg-salad, or BBQ chicken you can put on a sandwich. If you have a cooler and keep ice in it you can keep perishable stuff like mayonnaise just fine. I've done it before.
Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
I was surfing on the Internet and found this Christmas competition that has just started online.
The trivago Christmas Competition.
http://www.trivago.co.uk/static.php?%26amp;sid=2033
I was just wondering whether anyone else had participated in the competition and what they think? They are giving away different hotel vouchers every day and all you have to do is write a review. I have traveled a lot and was thinking of writing a lot of reviews for the competition, but I was wondering what other people thought?
http://www.trivago.co.uk/static.php?%26amp;sid=2033
I will write a review today and see what happens, it seems like a really cool site and who knows, maybe I will win! :)
Do anyone else have any experiences with competitions like this? It would be really great to win a free weekend in a hotel next year!
Thanks!Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
You need to ask yourself why they would run such a competition, certainly not because they are generous, big hearted softies.
1. They will probably sell on all the contacts they made and you will get loads of new spam
2. The usual catch with the hotel ones is that you can stay for free but two of you have to dine in their restaurant and have a minimum spend. The nights available will almost always be when you don't want to go.
There is no such thing as a free lunch (or bed for that matter)!Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
Nothing in this life is free, it is a scam.
The trivago Christmas Competition.
http://www.trivago.co.uk/static.php?%26amp;sid=2033
I was just wondering whether anyone else had participated in the competition and what they think? They are giving away different hotel vouchers every day and all you have to do is write a review. I have traveled a lot and was thinking of writing a lot of reviews for the competition, but I was wondering what other people thought?
http://www.trivago.co.uk/static.php?%26amp;sid=2033
I will write a review today and see what happens, it seems like a really cool site and who knows, maybe I will win! :)
Do anyone else have any experiences with competitions like this? It would be really great to win a free weekend in a hotel next year!
Thanks!Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
You need to ask yourself why they would run such a competition, certainly not because they are generous, big hearted softies.
1. They will probably sell on all the contacts they made and you will get loads of new spam
2. The usual catch with the hotel ones is that you can stay for free but two of you have to dine in their restaurant and have a minimum spend. The nights available will almost always be when you don't want to go.
There is no such thing as a free lunch (or bed for that matter)!Competition to win free hotel stays next year. Is it legit?
Nothing in this life is free, it is a scam.
FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I'm looking to go to Japan free of cost besides food and rail passes but I want to pay for all my hotels in FF miles. I'm currently enrolled with American Airlines but I haven't been able to find out where you can redeem miles for hotel stays internationality, if it is even possible.
I can get miles from American Airlines, Delta Skymiles, Early Returns, Hawaiian Miles, Midwest Miles, and U.S Airways Dividend Miles. If anyone knows if these plans allow for hotel stays using FF miles, it would be greatly appreciated. Finding out how much a night costs would be an even greater help.
Thanks!FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I don't think any of airlines you indicated can allow you to redeem your mileage into any hotel expense in Japan currently.
Only some of them could add points on your mileage cards instead.FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I don't think you can use miles of these airlines for Japanese hotels. These are all US airlines. You can't use miles from US airlines for Japanese hotels.
I can get miles from American Airlines, Delta Skymiles, Early Returns, Hawaiian Miles, Midwest Miles, and U.S Airways Dividend Miles. If anyone knows if these plans allow for hotel stays using FF miles, it would be greatly appreciated. Finding out how much a night costs would be an even greater help.
Thanks!FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I don't think any of airlines you indicated can allow you to redeem your mileage into any hotel expense in Japan currently.
Only some of them could add points on your mileage cards instead.FrequentFlyer miles for Hotel stays in Japan?
I don't think you can use miles of these airlines for Japanese hotels. These are all US airlines. You can't use miles from US airlines for Japanese hotels.
Hotel stays at affordable prices?
Hey, I'm thinking of going to LA by Easter, but if it weren't for money issues I would've gone there already by now...cos plane tickets aren't nothing like a problem compared to the stay itself..cos it's all so expensive per night..
So in case I can..anyone knows in LA where I can find affordable stays for like a week or two for me and my mom?Like...at least downtown where I have places to go (I'm 25 so no problem at gettin' in clubs...or if so anyone can tell me if there's anything I should know and which clubs are the best ones?)?
Thanks a lotHotel stays at affordable prices?
Looks like the Kyoto Grand Hotel in Little Tokyo (Downtown) is $82 a night on Expedia right now for Easter weekend (its 3 1/2 stars too!) Or try the Mayfair Hotel. It is in Downtown and reasonably priced.
In Downtown, the best clubs/lounges to go to are the Edison and Elevate.
BTW Elevate has dancing. There aren't really any ';dance clubs'; in Downtown, its more low key. I am 25 too and live in Downtown.Hotel stays at affordable prices?
“Affordable” is a very relative term. What one person considers affordable, another might consider extravagant. Personally, I’m comfortable paying $100-$200 per night for a decent or nice hotel. I’ve also payed less that $100 for Motel 6, but I don’t go into large cities expecting to pay less than $100 for something that’s clean, comfortable, safe, and close to attractions.
I generally don’t recommend stays at downtown hotels or airport hotels if you are coming to LA to see the sights. Those areas are really more geared to business travelers. The Kyoto, for example (formerly the New Otani, which I guess makes it the Old Otani), is right across the street from a bail bondsman, with views of City Hall and the old County Jail. There isn’t a lot to do, either.
When I go to San Francisco, for example, I like to stay down by Fisherman’s Wharf. From there, I can easily walk to many attractions, restaurants, shops, and galleries. Downtown LA is not like that, since it’s geared more towards the business traveler. If I were coming as a tourist, I would either stay in West Hollywood, Studio City, or 30 miles away in Anaheim. In West Hollywood, I highly recommend the Best Western Sunset Plaza, a very nice smaller hotel. If you want to stay in Hollywood, I recommend the Renaissance Hotel right next to the Kodak Theater, or the Holiday Inn Express, which is a less expensive option. In Universal City, the Universal Hilton gives you walking access to Universal City Walk. In Anaheim, I always recommend the Candy Cane Inn and the Howard Johnson. Both are close enough to walk to Disneyland and Downtown Disney.
During spring break, you are going to pay more for hotels. Yes, the Kyoto has an $81 rate, but that’s only for the weekend. It’s about $110 the rest of that week.
Hot clubs include Area, Arena, AD, LAX, Level 3, and Ivar.
Have fun!
sara has a good answer!hair coloring
So in case I can..anyone knows in LA where I can find affordable stays for like a week or two for me and my mom?Like...at least downtown where I have places to go (I'm 25 so no problem at gettin' in clubs...or if so anyone can tell me if there's anything I should know and which clubs are the best ones?)?
Thanks a lotHotel stays at affordable prices?
Looks like the Kyoto Grand Hotel in Little Tokyo (Downtown) is $82 a night on Expedia right now for Easter weekend (its 3 1/2 stars too!) Or try the Mayfair Hotel. It is in Downtown and reasonably priced.
In Downtown, the best clubs/lounges to go to are the Edison and Elevate.
BTW Elevate has dancing. There aren't really any ';dance clubs'; in Downtown, its more low key. I am 25 too and live in Downtown.Hotel stays at affordable prices?
“Affordable” is a very relative term. What one person considers affordable, another might consider extravagant. Personally, I’m comfortable paying $100-$200 per night for a decent or nice hotel. I’ve also payed less that $100 for Motel 6, but I don’t go into large cities expecting to pay less than $100 for something that’s clean, comfortable, safe, and close to attractions.
I generally don’t recommend stays at downtown hotels or airport hotels if you are coming to LA to see the sights. Those areas are really more geared to business travelers. The Kyoto, for example (formerly the New Otani, which I guess makes it the Old Otani), is right across the street from a bail bondsman, with views of City Hall and the old County Jail. There isn’t a lot to do, either.
When I go to San Francisco, for example, I like to stay down by Fisherman’s Wharf. From there, I can easily walk to many attractions, restaurants, shops, and galleries. Downtown LA is not like that, since it’s geared more towards the business traveler. If I were coming as a tourist, I would either stay in West Hollywood, Studio City, or 30 miles away in Anaheim. In West Hollywood, I highly recommend the Best Western Sunset Plaza, a very nice smaller hotel. If you want to stay in Hollywood, I recommend the Renaissance Hotel right next to the Kodak Theater, or the Holiday Inn Express, which is a less expensive option. In Universal City, the Universal Hilton gives you walking access to Universal City Walk. In Anaheim, I always recommend the Candy Cane Inn and the Howard Johnson. Both are close enough to walk to Disneyland and Downtown Disney.
During spring break, you are going to pay more for hotels. Yes, the Kyoto has an $81 rate, but that’s only for the weekend. It’s about $110 the rest of that week.
Hot clubs include Area, Arena, AD, LAX, Level 3, and Ivar.
Have fun!
sara has a good answer!
Hi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices
and it said 70 a night now it says 52 a night does this happen prices fluctuatingHi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices
I've used Travelocity for years, and basically it is good. Prices do change, but usually by the date. Another good source is www.priceline.com. You can book a hotel, or make a bid. If you make a bid, you won't know which hotel, only the area. I usually book near airports, and have never been disappointed. My first bid is always VERY low. Like $40-45 and check a 3 -4 star hotel. Often I've stayed at Sheraton or Hilton right by LAX for $50 or less. The earlier you book the better, because sometimes you have to wait a time period before entering a new bid if you are being very careful with your money.Hi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices
My favorite site to book hotel rooms is http://www.tripadvisor.com. It lets you check prices with expedia, travelocity, hotels.com, and more all at the same site. I have found that http://www.hotels.com usually ends up with the cheapest prices.
As to the fluctuating prices....I've found the same thing happens and I don't know why.
I've used Travelocity for years, and basically it is good. Prices do change, but usually by the date. Another good source is www.priceline.com. You can book a hotel, or make a bid. If you make a bid, you won't know which hotel, only the area. I usually book near airports, and have never been disappointed. My first bid is always VERY low. Like $40-45 and check a 3 -4 star hotel. Often I've stayed at Sheraton or Hilton right by LAX for $50 or less. The earlier you book the better, because sometimes you have to wait a time period before entering a new bid if you are being very careful with your money.Hi has anyone used travelocity tell me if you like the site to book hotel stays friday i was looking at prices
My favorite site to book hotel rooms is http://www.tripadvisor.com. It lets you check prices with expedia, travelocity, hotels.com, and more all at the same site. I have found that http://www.hotels.com usually ends up with the cheapest prices.
As to the fluctuating prices....I've found the same thing happens and I don't know why.
Free hotel stays?
I was recently stopped in Orchard Rd, Singapore to answer a short survey, then was told that i won a 7 nights accommodation in a choice of 9 countries. I was encouraged to listen to a salespitch for membership of a travel club - something like a club med, but was informed that i was not obliged to join.
So i didn't. They gave me the voucher for the free accommodation anyway. My question is, do u guys think this is some scam. i don't remember the name of the company - something like Asian Travel Club... or something. The voucher is called The Voyager and is to be sent to www.starvacs.com - a very simple and somewhat suspicious website.
They ask for a credit card number to 'guarantee' the booking.
Have any of u heard of such arrangements and so u think it's real?Free hotel stays?
It is likely legit, but you should be aware of the fine print. Make sure that ';free'; means free. If there are hidden taxes, processing fees, or any charges at all, have them explained to you in full and then decide if you still want to participate. You've honored your part of the bargain by sitting through the presentation, so you have a right to the trip. Just find out exactly what the rules are first...Free hotel stays?
i don't know if it is real or not but i would not give my card over the Internet
The survey itself is just to see whether or not you qualify for the promotion.
The salespitch is genuine. They do want u to join their club.
The voucher is probably genuine, because I'm sure there are terms %26amp; conditions that ensure they get some profit out of it. Call them and find out! You're the one with the voucher... is there a number on it?
So i didn't. They gave me the voucher for the free accommodation anyway. My question is, do u guys think this is some scam. i don't remember the name of the company - something like Asian Travel Club... or something. The voucher is called The Voyager and is to be sent to www.starvacs.com - a very simple and somewhat suspicious website.
They ask for a credit card number to 'guarantee' the booking.
Have any of u heard of such arrangements and so u think it's real?Free hotel stays?
It is likely legit, but you should be aware of the fine print. Make sure that ';free'; means free. If there are hidden taxes, processing fees, or any charges at all, have them explained to you in full and then decide if you still want to participate. You've honored your part of the bargain by sitting through the presentation, so you have a right to the trip. Just find out exactly what the rules are first...Free hotel stays?
i don't know if it is real or not but i would not give my card over the Internet
The survey itself is just to see whether or not you qualify for the promotion.
The salespitch is genuine. They do want u to join their club.
The voucher is probably genuine, because I'm sure there are terms %26amp; conditions that ensure they get some profit out of it. Call them and find out! You're the one with the voucher... is there a number on it?
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