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2023.06.07 17:20 JonLakes How do you find cheap places to stay the night (U.S.A.)?
Me and 9 of my buddies will be flying to Maine in about a month and a half and will be staying near Acadia National park. We are trying to lock down where we are staying this week, but everything seems so much more expensive than expected. Usually when we do our trips like this we stay in the grimiest, cheapest hotel we can find or a similar standard for an airbnb. I’m not sure if it’s because of the search engines I’ve been using (google maps, trivago, hotels.com) or what but I can’t seem to find any dirt cheap places to stay like that.
We are considering camping for part of our trip, but we will also be in Portland, Maine for a few nights and are having similar luck with hotels/ motel searching in that area.
Does anyone have any recommended search engines for finding dirt cheap hotels/motels? Or does anyone have other recommendations for staying somewhere cheap? We are willing to do most things as long as they are legal
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We are considering camping for part of our trip, but we will also be in Portland, Maine for a few nights and are having similar luck with hotels/ motel searching in that area.
Does anyone have any recommended search engines for finding dirt cheap hotels/motels? Or does anyone have other recommendations for staying somewhere cheap? We are willing to do most things as long as they are legal
2023.06.07 17:15 slytink 2024 reservation dates
Hello everyone!
I'm going to (and running in) the Disneyland Race Weekend in January and was thinking of booking a room at one of the 3 park hotels (I have a backup room in case it winds up being too expensive). Would anyone have any insights on when we'll be able to book the vacation packages?
Thanks so much :)
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I'm going to (and running in) the Disneyland Race Weekend in January and was thinking of booking a room at one of the 3 park hotels (I have a backup room in case it winds up being too expensive). Would anyone have any insights on when we'll be able to book the vacation packages?
Thanks so much :)
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2023.06.07 16:58 Wildfloweratheart Beware Potential Bag Scam
We attended the park this week end. There were two gentlemen that kept coming next to the area where we had our things with our towels.
They quickly caught my attention bc they were at a water park fully dressed with cowboy boots and tennis’s shoes and with NO bags, NO towels, or trunks thrown over their shoulders or being carried. They stuck out bc of this and they would only come around when my husband was not with my daughters and I.
We have season passes and it was EXTREMELY packed on Sunday and we were coming back Monday. So we decided just to go swim at the hotel and hit up the Park on Monday. However when we came back to our spot, those two guys had returned and now had an empty backpack EXACTLY like ours.
I quickly told my husband what was going on and he quickly told me about a scam that he knew about. Where the scammer will pick out the victims watch and study them, watch for them to be gone and then steal another bag off of someone else to steal yours.
We reported it to security and they said THANK YOU so much because they have been getting reports about things getting stolen.
So sad we can’t even enjoy ourselves. And we tried to be very private about hiding our things!
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They quickly caught my attention bc they were at a water park fully dressed with cowboy boots and tennis’s shoes and with NO bags, NO towels, or trunks thrown over their shoulders or being carried. They stuck out bc of this and they would only come around when my husband was not with my daughters and I.
We have season passes and it was EXTREMELY packed on Sunday and we were coming back Monday. So we decided just to go swim at the hotel and hit up the Park on Monday. However when we came back to our spot, those two guys had returned and now had an empty backpack EXACTLY like ours.
I quickly told my husband what was going on and he quickly told me about a scam that he knew about. Where the scammer will pick out the victims watch and study them, watch for them to be gone and then steal another bag off of someone else to steal yours.
We reported it to security and they said THANK YOU so much because they have been getting reports about things getting stolen.
So sad we can’t even enjoy ourselves. And we tried to be very private about hiding our things!
2023.06.07 16:55 jbedenian I wish Disney still made the WDW vacation planning dvds…
I understand why they don’t make them anymore and frankly, much like the rest of you in the sub, I don’t need them, but when I’m down, miss Disney, or getting excited about an upcoming trip, I play a 2019 version I found on YouTube and it feels like I’m back in the magic.
If they just made like a 30 minute video that highlights the best parts of the parks and hotels, that’d be amazing and would ease my Disney cravings.
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If they just made like a 30 minute video that highlights the best parts of the parks and hotels, that’d be amazing and would ease my Disney cravings.
2023.06.07 16:50 printerati MadTree announces plans to open new "Parks & Rec" location at Summit Park
From today's Cincinnati.com article:
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A popular local brewery plans to plant a third location in the Tri-State area.
MadTree Brewing Co. announced Wednesday their plans to open "MadTree Parks & Rec" in a former airplane hangar in Blue Ash. The 15,000-square-foot space will turn into an outdoor recreation area surrounded by the greenery of Summit Park.
While plans are not set in stone yet, customers can expect to find extensive outdoor seating, several walking trails, and even family-friendly activities, like cornhole.
An expansive taproom with indoor and outdoor seating will also be installed, along with a private rental space for special events, such as family gatherings or celebratory moments.
The Blue Ash City Council will vote on Thursday to finalize the plans by allowing the City Manager to enter into a lease with the brewery.
2023.06.07 16:49 KatlandSafaris256 Gorilla Trekking from Kampala
Gorilla Trekking from Kampala
How to trek mountain Gorillas from Uganda’s Capital Kampala – Kampala City excursion.
Kampala walking tours – Gorilla Trekking in Uganda.
It’s almost impossible to start planning for a gorilla trekking safari through Uganda without putting Kampala as part of the gorilla trekking adventure.
Combining a one-day Kampala city tour with Gorilla trekking gives you a blend of mixed cultures with an excellent wildlife encounter thus offering you the best African gorilla trekking safari of a lifetime.
Kampala is the pulsating heart of Uganda’s economic, social, cultural, and intellectual life. It is also the country’s largest urban center, with a population of 3.1 million (Microtrends 2020). And is the capital city of Uganda. Like Rome, Uganda’s capital was initially built across seven hills, but today, it sits on about two dozen hills.
Kampala derives its name from the local Luganda language saying ‘Akosozi k’empala,‘ meaning ‘Hill of Antelope.’ This a reference to the domestic impala (impala) antelope, which grazed the lawns of Mengo during Buganda’s King Mutesa’s reign in the 1880s.
Historically, Kampala Hill and the surrounding hills had lain at the Buganda Kingdom’s political center for several decades before the arrival of the first Europeans. Capt Fredrick Lugard arrived in 1890 and set up camp on Kampala Hill, so he is generally considered the founder.
You can choose to Visit Kampala either before or after your gorilla trekking adventure.
Some of the Iconic places and areas you can’t miss while planning for your Gorilla trekking from Kampala include the following.
Kampala City Center
Kampala’s most obvious reference point is the modern mufti-storied city center on Nakasero Hill. It is surrounded by more discreet but no less identifiable landmarks on neighboring summits.
Old Kampala Hill
Old Kampala Hill towers just a few hundred meters southwest of the city center, enclosed within the oval Old Kampala Road. Fine colonial buildings of Asian design mushroom the hill, generally somewhat rundown or strikingly renovated.
Old Kampala is historically known as Capt Lugard’s 1899 encampment site. It’s most notable today as the focal point for Kampala’s Islamic community and the sight of an imposing Uganda National Mosque.
Lubiri
Due south of Old Kampala, Kabaka’s Twekobe Palace stands on the broad, low hill of Lubiri. The ill-fated Kabaka Edward Mutesa was driven from this palace in 1966 by Idi Amin on Obote’s orders. The army subsequently occupied the site until 1993, gaining a reputation for terror. Amin and Obote’s agents took hundreds through its gates, never to be seen again.
Namirembe and Rubaga hills
Lubiri is neighboring Namirembe (Mengo) and Rubaga hills in the southwest, elevated by Anglican and Catholic cathedrals. The imposing dome identifies St Paul’s on Namirembe Hill and Rubaga Cathedral by two bell towers.
Mengo and Rubaga are Kampala’s oldest suburbs affluent in history and historic architecture, including the Royal Palace.
Bulange Building
Less than 500m past the turn-off to Namirembe, the Bulange Building — the traditional seat of the Buganda Parliament — stands on the south side of Albert Cook Road, directly opposite the junction with Sentema Road. It is one of the most impressive colonial-era buildings in Uganda.
Makerere Hill
Northeast of Namirembe is Makerere Hill, commonly known for housing the country’s oldest University. A white bell tower of Makerere University used to be visible on the green ridge of Makerere Hill until accidental fires gutted it in September 2020
Gorilla trekking In Uganda
Gorilla Trekking Information – Mountain Gorillas In Uganda
Most of these mountain gorillas do reside in South Western Uganda in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. This Park consists of almost half of the number of Mountain Gorillas that are believed to be remaining in the whole world.
It’s also believed that the remaining Chimps in the entire world Co-exist in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. For any interested person willing to visit Ugandan gorillas, you must pay for a gorilla trekking permit that goes for USD 700.00 per trek per person.
Mgahinga National Park; this park is found in the Virunga ranges shared between Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Rwanda. This Park is also another place that is known for being a home of Ugandan gorillas.
Gorilla trekking experience:
For a person to have a wonderful, memorable, and unforgettable adventure you will have to endure all the efforts needed to reach Bwindi and trek through this wonderful natural forest. There are thirteen habituated gorilla groups for tourists to trek. And all these groups are found in different sectors such as Buhoma, Nkuringo, and others are habituated in the Ruhija and Rushaga regions of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A proposed itinerary for Gorilla trekking from Kampala.
These four days gorilla trekking safari is going to allow you to watch two of the many Gorilla groups in this impenetrable forest. Therefore, allowing you two good hours of interaction with these primates and maybe a community walk to see the Batwa people and see how they live their daily lives.
Tour Highlights
Day 1: Kampala City Tour.
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Game Park.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable.
Day 4: Transfer to Kampala
Detailed Itinerary
Day one
Kampala city tour
Early morning after breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel of residence, for a tour of Kampala. We will visit the key sites that make Kampala a unique tourist destination and these will include the King’s Palace, the kingdom parliament, Namirembe and Rubaga Cathedral, the old Kampala Mosque, and nakasero Hill. Owino market, the Kabakas lake, and end with the Visit to ndere center for an evening of cultural performances.
We will return to the Lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay and preparations for the start of the gorilla trekking safari.
Day two
Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Be early to hit the road in the morning since a long journey to the southwestern part of Uganda where the park is located. During your journey, you will have a brief stop in Mbarara town where you will have your lunch meal plus maybe mini shopping if you, please, and thereafter head on. While on the road you will then be in sight of Uganda’s other amazing beauties inclusive of which is the beautiful scenery of the city. On reaching the park you will check in at the accommodation. dinner and overnight.
Day three
Mountain Gorilla Tracking and Community Walk
The day that you’re going to be the insight of the gorgeous primates the gorillas. Wake up early to buy yourself time to have breakfast and pick your packed lunch plus drinking water since you ought to have long hours in the forest searching for these apes. You will be expected to be at the park headquarters on time for your briefing and their head to the forest to engage in your first track which may take you 2 to 6 hours depending on the animal’s movement. A Full hour is allowed you to visualize the animals as they move around and react differently to your visit, while here you will be able to know why these apes are called cousins to man since the semblance to human character is positive. Thereafter the trek head back to the park headquarters and then finally the lodging. Freshen up and take on a community walk to see the Batwa people and their ways of life you can enjoy their cultural dances and songs as they demonstrate it all for you. Then dinner and overnight at the accommodation slept at the previous night.
Day 4: Transfer to Kampala
Wake up early enough to have your fantastic breakfast meal, then head for the stunning boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi that will allow you a view of some of the islands on this lake as you observe the well-terraced hills surrounding the lake and many more scenic views. Then you will pack up and be on your way to Kampala with lunch en-route plus other stopovers that you would love to make as we come to the very beginning of the end of our double trekking safari. On reaching Kampala you will either be dropped at the airport for your flight or to a hotel in case your stay is still on.
End of Tour
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How to trek mountain Gorillas from Uganda’s Capital Kampala – Kampala City excursion.
Kampala walking tours – Gorilla Trekking in Uganda.
It’s almost impossible to start planning for a gorilla trekking safari through Uganda without putting Kampala as part of the gorilla trekking adventure.
Combining a one-day Kampala city tour with Gorilla trekking gives you a blend of mixed cultures with an excellent wildlife encounter thus offering you the best African gorilla trekking safari of a lifetime.
Kampala is the pulsating heart of Uganda’s economic, social, cultural, and intellectual life. It is also the country’s largest urban center, with a population of 3.1 million (Microtrends 2020). And is the capital city of Uganda. Like Rome, Uganda’s capital was initially built across seven hills, but today, it sits on about two dozen hills.
Kampala derives its name from the local Luganda language saying ‘Akosozi k’empala,‘ meaning ‘Hill of Antelope.’ This a reference to the domestic impala (impala) antelope, which grazed the lawns of Mengo during Buganda’s King Mutesa’s reign in the 1880s.
Historically, Kampala Hill and the surrounding hills had lain at the Buganda Kingdom’s political center for several decades before the arrival of the first Europeans. Capt Fredrick Lugard arrived in 1890 and set up camp on Kampala Hill, so he is generally considered the founder.
You can choose to Visit Kampala either before or after your gorilla trekking adventure.
Some of the Iconic places and areas you can’t miss while planning for your Gorilla trekking from Kampala include the following.
Kampala City Center
Kampala’s most obvious reference point is the modern mufti-storied city center on Nakasero Hill. It is surrounded by more discreet but no less identifiable landmarks on neighboring summits.
Old Kampala Hill
Old Kampala Hill towers just a few hundred meters southwest of the city center, enclosed within the oval Old Kampala Road. Fine colonial buildings of Asian design mushroom the hill, generally somewhat rundown or strikingly renovated.
Old Kampala is historically known as Capt Lugard’s 1899 encampment site. It’s most notable today as the focal point for Kampala’s Islamic community and the sight of an imposing Uganda National Mosque.
Lubiri
Due south of Old Kampala, Kabaka’s Twekobe Palace stands on the broad, low hill of Lubiri. The ill-fated Kabaka Edward Mutesa was driven from this palace in 1966 by Idi Amin on Obote’s orders. The army subsequently occupied the site until 1993, gaining a reputation for terror. Amin and Obote’s agents took hundreds through its gates, never to be seen again.
Namirembe and Rubaga hills
Lubiri is neighboring Namirembe (Mengo) and Rubaga hills in the southwest, elevated by Anglican and Catholic cathedrals. The imposing dome identifies St Paul’s on Namirembe Hill and Rubaga Cathedral by two bell towers.
Mengo and Rubaga are Kampala’s oldest suburbs affluent in history and historic architecture, including the Royal Palace.
Bulange Building
Less than 500m past the turn-off to Namirembe, the Bulange Building — the traditional seat of the Buganda Parliament — stands on the south side of Albert Cook Road, directly opposite the junction with Sentema Road. It is one of the most impressive colonial-era buildings in Uganda.
Makerere Hill
Northeast of Namirembe is Makerere Hill, commonly known for housing the country’s oldest University. A white bell tower of Makerere University used to be visible on the green ridge of Makerere Hill until accidental fires gutted it in September 2020
Gorilla trekking In Uganda
Gorilla Trekking Information – Mountain Gorillas In Uganda
Most of these mountain gorillas do reside in South Western Uganda in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. This Park consists of almost half of the number of Mountain Gorillas that are believed to be remaining in the whole world.
It’s also believed that the remaining Chimps in the entire world Co-exist in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. For any interested person willing to visit Ugandan gorillas, you must pay for a gorilla trekking permit that goes for USD 700.00 per trek per person.
Mgahinga National Park; this park is found in the Virunga ranges shared between Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Rwanda. This Park is also another place that is known for being a home of Ugandan gorillas.
Gorilla trekking experience:
For a person to have a wonderful, memorable, and unforgettable adventure you will have to endure all the efforts needed to reach Bwindi and trek through this wonderful natural forest. There are thirteen habituated gorilla groups for tourists to trek. And all these groups are found in different sectors such as Buhoma, Nkuringo, and others are habituated in the Ruhija and Rushaga regions of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A proposed itinerary for Gorilla trekking from Kampala.
These four days gorilla trekking safari is going to allow you to watch two of the many Gorilla groups in this impenetrable forest. Therefore, allowing you two good hours of interaction with these primates and maybe a community walk to see the Batwa people and see how they live their daily lives.
Tour Highlights
Day 1: Kampala City Tour.
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Game Park.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable.
Day 4: Transfer to Kampala
Detailed Itinerary
Day one
Kampala city tour
Early morning after breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel of residence, for a tour of Kampala. We will visit the key sites that make Kampala a unique tourist destination and these will include the King’s Palace, the kingdom parliament, Namirembe and Rubaga Cathedral, the old Kampala Mosque, and nakasero Hill. Owino market, the Kabakas lake, and end with the Visit to ndere center for an evening of cultural performances.
We will return to the Lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight stay and preparations for the start of the gorilla trekking safari.
Day two
Transfer from Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Be early to hit the road in the morning since a long journey to the southwestern part of Uganda where the park is located. During your journey, you will have a brief stop in Mbarara town where you will have your lunch meal plus maybe mini shopping if you, please, and thereafter head on. While on the road you will then be in sight of Uganda’s other amazing beauties inclusive of which is the beautiful scenery of the city. On reaching the park you will check in at the accommodation. dinner and overnight.
Day three
Mountain Gorilla Tracking and Community Walk
The day that you’re going to be the insight of the gorgeous primates the gorillas. Wake up early to buy yourself time to have breakfast and pick your packed lunch plus drinking water since you ought to have long hours in the forest searching for these apes. You will be expected to be at the park headquarters on time for your briefing and their head to the forest to engage in your first track which may take you 2 to 6 hours depending on the animal’s movement. A Full hour is allowed you to visualize the animals as they move around and react differently to your visit, while here you will be able to know why these apes are called cousins to man since the semblance to human character is positive. Thereafter the trek head back to the park headquarters and then finally the lodging. Freshen up and take on a community walk to see the Batwa people and their ways of life you can enjoy their cultural dances and songs as they demonstrate it all for you. Then dinner and overnight at the accommodation slept at the previous night.
Day 4: Transfer to Kampala
Wake up early enough to have your fantastic breakfast meal, then head for the stunning boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi that will allow you a view of some of the islands on this lake as you observe the well-terraced hills surrounding the lake and many more scenic views. Then you will pack up and be on your way to Kampala with lunch en-route plus other stopovers that you would love to make as we come to the very beginning of the end of our double trekking safari. On reaching Kampala you will either be dropped at the airport for your flight or to a hotel in case your stay is still on.
End of Tour
2023.06.07 16:45 Living_Cheesecake683 New Study to Look at Downtown Parking - Here's What we Already Know - Columbus Underground
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2023.06.07 16:44 Raider_Machine Parking for the weekend
Hello I'm heading to saskatoon this weekend from Ontario for a wedding. I'm looking for somewhere in the downtown area that has overnight parking at a reasonable rate. We are staying at the alt hotel and for there parking is $20 plus tax per 24 hours. Just thought I would ask here if there is any places nearby. Thanks
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2023.06.07 16:38 pachyderm_house [Kings Island] Trip Report 6/4
I’ll preface this by saying my peak as an enthusiast was 2004-2014. My original home park was Six Flags Great America, but I’ve since moved up and down the East Coast, and have finally settled in Cincinnati. My only previous visits to Kings Island were 2007 (Firehawk Opening Weekend) and in 2011. So definitely a few new experiences here.
We arrived a smidge after opening and were prepared to buy Fast Lane, but ultimately decided to wait it out and see if we needed it. Thank god we did. Was really surprised at how light the crowd was for the first Sunday in June.
I’m also not reviewing each individual time a ride was ridden. So this is in the order we rode each ride for the first time.
Mystic Timbers (x3) -Wait times: >10min, 20min, 15min I don’t think I ever watched a POV of this after it was built and I’m really glad I didn’t. What a surprise this was, especially after reading how much it was advertised as a “family coaster.” Clearly that was just based on the height requirement. This thing packs a mean punch and might just be my favorite coaster in the park. I know the ride is already six years old, but I was surprised at how grown in everything was, or perhaps how much foliage they managed to not have to remove during construction. My whole group got a kick out of the shed bit too. Can’t say enough good things and they had a great crew on it as well. Rode in the back twice and front once. Not a bad seat on this in my opinion.
Diamondback (x2) -Wait times: >10min, 15min It’s aged well, and is probably still my favorite of the hypers* I’ve been on (sorry, I’m not counting Orion as a hyper) – even over Mako. The back row is still an absolute joy on these trains, and I’m thankful for the amount of airtime moments you get before the trim, which the pop of air coming out of the MCBR completely makes up for. Fun during the day. Fun at night. One of my favorites. Rode this in the back twice.
Beast (x1) -Wait times: >5min I looked through a couple of KI trip reports before starting this one, and was surprised to see mixed reviews on Beast. ~Back in my day,~ it was pretty highly regarded around the community. I still love this thing for what it is. It’s not Voyage. It’s not an RMC. It’s pure chaos designed in 1979. Trims or no trims, it’s a completely unique experience during the day, but even more so at night. I’ll love this thing forever. Rode this in the middle once.
Orion (x2) -Wait times: >10min, 20min Oh boy. I followed the construction of this and the initial reviews on this subreddit, so I had no idea what to expect going in. Maybe a weird take here, but I think Firehawk fit into the area so much better. In a perfect world, Firehawk remains and Area 72 keeps expanding out. Orion is an awkward fit. It feels like the entire ride + queue + plaza is like a premade coaster in RCT. I read one review on here that said, “a terrain coster that doesn’t follow the terrain.” Couldn’t have said it better myself. However, once the ride begins, none of that matters. It’s an intimidating lift, an intimidating drop, and just a heck of a lot of fun. The hangtime on the first drop is worth any wait. The wave turn is… familiar (more on this later). The entire turnaround was so much more intense than I thought it would be. The speed hill is to die for. In my opinion, the first half makes up for anything else this ride lacks. After the trimmed hill, the ride is what it is. I do like that it feels like it keeps most of its speed going into the final brakes. And despite the elements, doesn’t feel too dull. That last pop of air into the dip before the brakes was a nice cherry on top. Rode back on both rides.
For me, looking at Orion’s layout in a vacuum, it’s better than Millennium Force’s layout in a vacuum. But when you add in the Intamin trains and the location of Millennium Force, it’s the better ride. I would much rather wait an hour for Orion than for Millennium Force. I know they’re not the same manufacturer, but that’s the only other giga I have ridden to compare it to.
And going back to what the wave turn (and Orion in general) reminds me of, being a Six Flags Great America nut before this, it feels like Raging Bull and Goliath had a baby – Raging Bull’s layout in a Goliath-sized package. Both rollercoasters I love dearly, despite how not “Top 10” both of those rides are.
Racer (x1) -Wait time: >15min Which side got work done for its anniversary? Red? Blue? Both? Neither? I only got on blue side but really wasn’t able to enjoy the second half. A timeless classic of course, but just a little uncomfortable Rode this in the third row of the first car. Any other suggestions?
Banshee (x2) -Wait times: >15min, 30min (small downtime) Is this ride controversial too? Regardless, it’s my second favorite invert behind the original Batman: The Ride. Fun forces, fun pacing, fun inversions. Just everything I like in an invert. The drop straight into the dive loop is unique and earned big points in my book. Everything after is just relentless. I love that this doesn’t have a MCBR and just keeps going. Visually stunning ride and I hope it someday has the same foliage around it that the next coaster has. Rode this front and back.
Bat (x2) -Wait times: >5min, walk on I love this ride. Always going to be upset I never got to ride Big Bad Wolf, so I only know this as my favorite Arrow Suspended Coaster. Such a blast no matter where you ride and just such a unique experience. This would be a great ride without the trees, but adding in those and the terrain just make it that much better. Rode this in front and back.
Invertigo (x1) -Wait time: walk on My favorite roller coaster will always be Deja Vu, and this will never match up to it. However, I’ll always appreciate this experience for what it is, especially knowing that I’ll probably never make a trip to Idaho for Aftershock. Not terribly rough and just good fun. Rode this in the very back.
Drop Tower (x1) -Wait time: 25min Ten years ago, I was fearless. Now, drop towers spark a little bit more fear into me. It’s the fun kind of fear at least. Seeing the shadow of the tower below us and realizing how far we still had to go didn’t make it any easier, but ultimately a blast coming down per usual.
Adventure Express (x1) -Wait time: 5min. This thing hurts in a very fun way. So much charm. I love these mine trains. But I will reiterate, it hurt. The theming makes it all worth it though. Any recommendation on seats for this, or is it just one I have to learn to ride? Rode this in the second row.
Odds and Ends Diamondback, Orion, and Mystic Timbers at night were a ton of fun, with Mystic Timbers being our darkest night ride of the bunch. I honestly expected a lot more of the waterpark crowd to fill in the park, but it just never happened.
We stopped for lunch at a Chicken Place near Invertigo and couldn’t believe A. How tasty it was and B. How reasonable the portions were for what we paid. It’s the little things sometimes. In general I was surprised how well priced most stuff is. Maybe it’s just the Gold Pass discount clouding my vision?
Speaking of Gold Pass, the ability to have this thing on my phone in a cashless park is incredible. Maybe passes in mobile wallets aren’t all that exciting anymore (I haven’t been a pass holder anywhere since 2013), but as someone who can also lock and unlock their car with their phone, it’s a godsend to only have to bring my phone in and nothing else.
Final Thoughts I thought I was coming back to a Kings Island that would feel more like Cedar Point than it did after the first few years of ownership. Boy was I wrong. For the short time I’ve been in Cincinnati, this really does feel like a park that belongs to Cincinnati. In my circles, people talk about it like people in Pittsburgh talk about Kennywood. It’s got big chain coasters with local charm. It reminds me a lot of my former home park in Six Flags Great America in the sense that you won’t get the biggest and best as others in the chain, but what you’re getting is still pretty damn good. I’m glad we ended up grabbing Gold Passes. Really looking forward to making some quick trips to the park to round out our nights in the summer, with some longer day trips like these mixed in.
Thanks for reading, and looking forward to any discussion this sparks!
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We arrived a smidge after opening and were prepared to buy Fast Lane, but ultimately decided to wait it out and see if we needed it. Thank god we did. Was really surprised at how light the crowd was for the first Sunday in June.
I’m also not reviewing each individual time a ride was ridden. So this is in the order we rode each ride for the first time.
Mystic Timbers (x3) -Wait times: >10min, 20min, 15min I don’t think I ever watched a POV of this after it was built and I’m really glad I didn’t. What a surprise this was, especially after reading how much it was advertised as a “family coaster.” Clearly that was just based on the height requirement. This thing packs a mean punch and might just be my favorite coaster in the park. I know the ride is already six years old, but I was surprised at how grown in everything was, or perhaps how much foliage they managed to not have to remove during construction. My whole group got a kick out of the shed bit too. Can’t say enough good things and they had a great crew on it as well. Rode in the back twice and front once. Not a bad seat on this in my opinion.
Diamondback (x2) -Wait times: >10min, 15min It’s aged well, and is probably still my favorite of the hypers* I’ve been on (sorry, I’m not counting Orion as a hyper) – even over Mako. The back row is still an absolute joy on these trains, and I’m thankful for the amount of airtime moments you get before the trim, which the pop of air coming out of the MCBR completely makes up for. Fun during the day. Fun at night. One of my favorites. Rode this in the back twice.
Beast (x1) -Wait times: >5min I looked through a couple of KI trip reports before starting this one, and was surprised to see mixed reviews on Beast. ~Back in my day,~ it was pretty highly regarded around the community. I still love this thing for what it is. It’s not Voyage. It’s not an RMC. It’s pure chaos designed in 1979. Trims or no trims, it’s a completely unique experience during the day, but even more so at night. I’ll love this thing forever. Rode this in the middle once.
Orion (x2) -Wait times: >10min, 20min Oh boy. I followed the construction of this and the initial reviews on this subreddit, so I had no idea what to expect going in. Maybe a weird take here, but I think Firehawk fit into the area so much better. In a perfect world, Firehawk remains and Area 72 keeps expanding out. Orion is an awkward fit. It feels like the entire ride + queue + plaza is like a premade coaster in RCT. I read one review on here that said, “a terrain coster that doesn’t follow the terrain.” Couldn’t have said it better myself. However, once the ride begins, none of that matters. It’s an intimidating lift, an intimidating drop, and just a heck of a lot of fun. The hangtime on the first drop is worth any wait. The wave turn is… familiar (more on this later). The entire turnaround was so much more intense than I thought it would be. The speed hill is to die for. In my opinion, the first half makes up for anything else this ride lacks. After the trimmed hill, the ride is what it is. I do like that it feels like it keeps most of its speed going into the final brakes. And despite the elements, doesn’t feel too dull. That last pop of air into the dip before the brakes was a nice cherry on top. Rode back on both rides.
For me, looking at Orion’s layout in a vacuum, it’s better than Millennium Force’s layout in a vacuum. But when you add in the Intamin trains and the location of Millennium Force, it’s the better ride. I would much rather wait an hour for Orion than for Millennium Force. I know they’re not the same manufacturer, but that’s the only other giga I have ridden to compare it to.
And going back to what the wave turn (and Orion in general) reminds me of, being a Six Flags Great America nut before this, it feels like Raging Bull and Goliath had a baby – Raging Bull’s layout in a Goliath-sized package. Both rollercoasters I love dearly, despite how not “Top 10” both of those rides are.
Racer (x1) -Wait time: >15min Which side got work done for its anniversary? Red? Blue? Both? Neither? I only got on blue side but really wasn’t able to enjoy the second half. A timeless classic of course, but just a little uncomfortable Rode this in the third row of the first car. Any other suggestions?
Banshee (x2) -Wait times: >15min, 30min (small downtime) Is this ride controversial too? Regardless, it’s my second favorite invert behind the original Batman: The Ride. Fun forces, fun pacing, fun inversions. Just everything I like in an invert. The drop straight into the dive loop is unique and earned big points in my book. Everything after is just relentless. I love that this doesn’t have a MCBR and just keeps going. Visually stunning ride and I hope it someday has the same foliage around it that the next coaster has. Rode this front and back.
Bat (x2) -Wait times: >5min, walk on I love this ride. Always going to be upset I never got to ride Big Bad Wolf, so I only know this as my favorite Arrow Suspended Coaster. Such a blast no matter where you ride and just such a unique experience. This would be a great ride without the trees, but adding in those and the terrain just make it that much better. Rode this in front and back.
Invertigo (x1) -Wait time: walk on My favorite roller coaster will always be Deja Vu, and this will never match up to it. However, I’ll always appreciate this experience for what it is, especially knowing that I’ll probably never make a trip to Idaho for Aftershock. Not terribly rough and just good fun. Rode this in the very back.
Drop Tower (x1) -Wait time: 25min Ten years ago, I was fearless. Now, drop towers spark a little bit more fear into me. It’s the fun kind of fear at least. Seeing the shadow of the tower below us and realizing how far we still had to go didn’t make it any easier, but ultimately a blast coming down per usual.
Adventure Express (x1) -Wait time: 5min. This thing hurts in a very fun way. So much charm. I love these mine trains. But I will reiterate, it hurt. The theming makes it all worth it though. Any recommendation on seats for this, or is it just one I have to learn to ride? Rode this in the second row.
Odds and Ends Diamondback, Orion, and Mystic Timbers at night were a ton of fun, with Mystic Timbers being our darkest night ride of the bunch. I honestly expected a lot more of the waterpark crowd to fill in the park, but it just never happened.
We stopped for lunch at a Chicken Place near Invertigo and couldn’t believe A. How tasty it was and B. How reasonable the portions were for what we paid. It’s the little things sometimes. In general I was surprised how well priced most stuff is. Maybe it’s just the Gold Pass discount clouding my vision?
Speaking of Gold Pass, the ability to have this thing on my phone in a cashless park is incredible. Maybe passes in mobile wallets aren’t all that exciting anymore (I haven’t been a pass holder anywhere since 2013), but as someone who can also lock and unlock their car with their phone, it’s a godsend to only have to bring my phone in and nothing else.
Final Thoughts I thought I was coming back to a Kings Island that would feel more like Cedar Point than it did after the first few years of ownership. Boy was I wrong. For the short time I’ve been in Cincinnati, this really does feel like a park that belongs to Cincinnati. In my circles, people talk about it like people in Pittsburgh talk about Kennywood. It’s got big chain coasters with local charm. It reminds me a lot of my former home park in Six Flags Great America in the sense that you won’t get the biggest and best as others in the chain, but what you’re getting is still pretty damn good. I’m glad we ended up grabbing Gold Passes. Really looking forward to making some quick trips to the park to round out our nights in the summer, with some longer day trips like these mixed in.
Thanks for reading, and looking forward to any discussion this sparks!
2023.06.07 16:37 priuspower91 Can someone help me understand how to do Yellowstone?
I’d like to take my parents (early 70’s) to Yellowstone in the next year. But I’m so overwhelmed and need advice on how to do it! Any advice is appreciated; below are my specific questions. Thank you!
1.) My mother is not supposed to walk long distances anymore for health reasons. Will it be possible to take a very slow pace? Do any areas require strenuous walking especially uphill?
2.) what airport should we fly into and do we stay at a hotel? Would it be the same hotel the whole time or would we change hotels as we move through the park?
3.) Is the park navigable on your own with a car? Or do we need to be part of a guided group?
4.) can you recommend a guided group if we need one?
5.) What time of year is best and is 5 full days (not including travel days) enough? I was thinking fall or spring because summer will be too hot for my parents, but wasn’t sure if the park is fully operational then.
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1.) My mother is not supposed to walk long distances anymore for health reasons. Will it be possible to take a very slow pace? Do any areas require strenuous walking especially uphill?
2.) what airport should we fly into and do we stay at a hotel? Would it be the same hotel the whole time or would we change hotels as we move through the park?
3.) Is the park navigable on your own with a car? Or do we need to be part of a guided group?
4.) can you recommend a guided group if we need one?
5.) What time of year is best and is 5 full days (not including travel days) enough? I was thinking fall or spring because summer will be too hot for my parents, but wasn’t sure if the park is fully operational then.
2023.06.07 16:35 BuccosBot Game Thread: Athletics @ Pirates - Wed, Jun 07 @ 12:35 PM EDT
Athletics @ Pirates - Wed, Jun 07
Game Status: Pre-Game - First Pitch is scheduled for 12:35 PM EDT
Links & Info
- Current conditions at PNC Park: 70°F - Sunny - Wind 8 mph, Out To CF
- TV: National: MLBN (out-of-market only), Athletics: NBCSCA, Pirates: ATT SportsNet-PIT
- Radio: Athletics: Bloomberg 960 AM/103.7 HD2, A's Cast, Pirates: 100.1 FM/KDKA-AM 1020
- MLB Gameday
- Statcast Game Preview
| NLC Rank | Team | W | L | GB (E#) | WC Rank | WC GB (E#) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milwaukee Brewers | 33 | 28 | - (-) | - | - (-) |
| 2 | Pittsburgh Pirates | 32 | 28 | 0.5 (102) | 3 | - (-) |
| 3 | Cincinnati Reds | 28 | 33 | 5.0 (97) | 7 | 4.5 (98) |
| 4 | Chicago Cubs | 26 | 34 | 6.5 (96) | 9 | 6.0 (97) |
| 5 | St. Louis Cardinals | 25 | 37 | 8.5 (93) | 12 | 8.0 (94) |
| Probable Pitcher (Season Stats) | Report | |
|---|---|---|
| Athletics | Hogan Harris (0-0, 6.97 ERA, 10.1 IP) | No report posted. |
| Pirates | Roansy Contreras (3-4, 4.82 ERA, 56.0 IP) | No report posted. |
| Athletics Lineup vs. Contreras | AVG | OPS | AB | HR | RBI | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Noda - 1B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2 Brown, S - LF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 Rooker - DH | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 Laureano - RF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 Peterson - 2B | .000 | .000 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 Bride - 3B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 Bleday - CF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 Langeliers - C | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 Smith, K - SS | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 Harris, H - P | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Pirates Lineup vs. Harris, H | AVG | OPS | AB | HR | RBI | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 McCutchen - DH | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2 Reynolds, B - LF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 Joe - RF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 4 Santana - 1B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5 Hayes - 3B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 6 Castro, R - SS | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 7 Mathias - 2B | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 8 Bae - CF | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 Delay - C | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 10 Contreras - P | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Division Scoreboard
LAD @ CIN 07:10 PM EDTBAL @ MIL 07:40 PM EDT
STL @ TEX 08:05 PM EDT
CHC @ LAA 09:38 PM EDT
Last Updated: 06/07/2023 10:51:27 AM EDT
2023.06.07 16:33 RMD010 Curious Case of SRK & his Business Ventures Journey (Part-2)
 | I thought I covered basically everything that’s associated with SRK & his business Interests, however I seemed to have overlooked upon few details about his businesses and other avenues of his earnings as well in a big way. submitted by RMD010 to BollyBlindsNGossip [link] [comments] Here’s the breakdown of his other Business Investments/Earnings: SRK Website: I failed to find many supporting materials on this but based on a interview clip which I saw many years back and a supporting gossip post, I’m writing a gist of it. SRK actually launched his own website named www.SRKworld.com, a complete entertainment portal back in November 2000. The company that owned and operated the portal was Aryan Informatics which was named after SRK’s son. Apart from SRK, Juhi was the other investor in Aryan Informatics. SRK wanted to give updates on the website to his fans about his movies/promotions/events/fan interactions. Fans can also buy some of the merchandise, etc. But due to occurrence of dotcom bubble in 2000 after few months of website launch and portal’s association with Bharat Shah, the website as well as the company viz. Aryan Informatics was sold to B4U, a leading Bollywood based entertainment TV Network. Earning from the Movies: In 2014, SRK charged about 30-40 Cr for starring in a film. But in recent years, SRK has started to partake in profits instead of taking any actor fees upfront. For his recent release Pathaan, Shah Rukh Khan didn’t charge any fees for the movie and yet took home a lion's share from the earnings. Actor reportedly had a deal of 60% profit sharing as his remuneration from the movie. Since Pathaan was made on a budget of 270 Cr and makers earned a total profit of Rs 333 Crore, SRK was paid 200 Cr as his share. SRK's recent release Pathaan is currently India's biggest blockbuster and Bollywood's second highest grosser of all-time. Streaming Deals: Not many people know about this but back in 2016, Netflix announced the mega deal with SRK a day after Amazon Prime Video’s launch in India. Amazon has stitched multiple deals with Indian studios including Dharma Productions, Vishesh Films, and T-Series on similar lines. Deal with SRK grants Netflix global streaming rights to the films in Red Chillies’ library, as well as any new movies from the production house that are slated for theatrical release within the next three years. Khan will also develop original content for the platform. Transactional details about streaming rights were not shared with media outlets. Kolkata Knight Riders: We did go over who all know who all are the co-owners in this team. But I missed on sharing the shareholding pattern of the KKR co-owners: SRK holds 55% of the team ownership & Jay Mehta/Juhi hold remaining 45% stake. The KKR Shareholding pattern changed quite a bit over the years. Knight Riders Sports Pvt Ltd, which runs KKR, had following shareholding pattern: 2008- Red Chillies Entertainment Pvt Ltd(RCEPL) had 9900 & Gauri 100 shares 2009- New shares were issued at Rs 10 per share price to RCEPL- 110,00,000 equity shares Sea Islands Investment Ltd - 50,00,000 equity shares Juhi Chawla Mehta - 40,00,000 equity shares KKR Co-owners at an Airport 2010- JCM sold to SIIL(Mauritius based company owned by Jay Mehta) about 40L shares at Rs 10 per share price. 2011 - ED found new shares allotment & sale unfair. Thus, transaction was subject to third-party auditing. Auditors told KRSPL that price should have been 70-86 per share(for issue of 50L shares of KRSPL to SIIL) & sale of 40L shares from JCM to SIIL should've been 83-99 per share. As per CCI guidelines, 86 per share value was evaluated. KKR’s Operations Snapshot: Knight Riders Sports's operating revenues range is INR 100 Cr - 500 Cr for the financial year ending on 31 March, 2022. It's EBITDA has increased by 63.97 % over the previous year. At the same time, it's book net worth has increased by 20.70 %. KKR’s Revenue Model: KKR has been the first IPL team to turn profitable, they broke even in March 2012. They have emphasized on scaling up the brand merchandising and also build an official fan base on the Manchester United Model. Currently KKR, third most successful IPL team, are the second-richest IPL team in the league with a net worth value of INR 740 crore. They are only behind Mumbai Indians (MI), who have a net value of INR 803 crore.
UK T20 Team[The Hundred]: Even though there is no update on which particular team Knight Rider’s group of after. I’m certain they are most likely eyeing London Spirit. Venky implies that he might want to change the name of the Hundred team. SRK also has a winter holiday home in London from many years. He visits UK with his family & friends around December end, every year. His UK t20 team has to be London Spirit. In fact, Lords cricket stadium [home ground of London Spirit] is about 1.5 miles from his London Mansion based in Park Lane, next to Hyde Park. Byju’s: Though SRK has been signed up as brand ambassador, there are speculations that he also holds an undisclosed stake in Byju’s. Just like his investment in KidZania India, we don't know how much amount is invested. He’s definitely holding a minority stake. KidZania India: A Mexican edutainment brand's first project in Mumbai cost around Rs 100 crore and was launched in June 2013 at R City Mall in Mumbai’s Ghatkopar area. The centre is spread over more than 70,000 square feet. Another KidZania park is located at the Entertainment City in Noida with a standalone structure across three levels and 97,000sq.ft. Apart from Mumbai & Delhi-NCR, third park in Bengaluru will be opened soon. SRK’s actual investment in KidZania India is unknown but he holds about 26% stake. SRK at KidZania India's first project launch in Mumbai Endorsement Deals (Advertisements): SRK started his endorsement journey back in 1988, when he signed up for Liberty Shoes since then he never looked back. After his TV stint won him recognition, SRK landed in Mumbai. One of his first assignments was an ad for Tata Tea. Interestingly, Khan returned to the same brand in 2013 with the Chhoti si shuruaat campaign for Tata Tea. SRK is known to stick to quality brands for the longest time: his association with Hyundai has been about 25 years. He’s is often referred to as one of first employees of Hyundai India. SRK’s endorsement associations with brands include Liberty, Hyundai, Byju's, Big Basket, Pepsi, Frooti, Whirlpool, Nokia, Dish TV, LUX, Denver, Airtel, Royal Stag, Sunfeast, Pan Vilas, Kent, Mitsbushi Air Conditioners, Goibibo, LML, Cinthol, Videocon, PharmEasy, Nerolac, DHFL, D'decor, Pepsodent, Jet Airways, Gitanjali Jewels, Colgate Palmolive, Signature, Sprite, Tata Tea, ICICI Bank, Streax, Omega, Hewlett-Packard, Hero Punch Power, Reliance Jio, Tag Huer, Belmonte, Mayur Suitings, Top Ramen, Bagpiper, Godrej, Emami and many more. SRK's recent brand endorsement deals SRK's endorsement deal with brands such as Pan Vilas(they paid 20Cr back in 2014) was the biggest celeb endorsement deal of the time. In the past, SRK might have been available for big national/regional brands but from past few years he's been eyeing foreign endorsement deals such as Dubai Tourism, Netflix, LG, Cadbury, FoodPanda, Burjeel Holdings, Disney+ Hotstar, Coca Cola(Thumbs Up), etc. SRK's been brand ambassador for over 50 brands throughout his ad campaigns career. He said because of his earnings from ads and weddings, he was able to upscale his movie's production and execute the script in the manner it deserved. He charges around 4-10 Cr per day for Ads. Why Brands prefer SRK? According to a TAM report, he adds over 3% share of volume on TV with average visibility of 4 hours per day across all TV Channels. Based on another report, he rakes up to 6% share of television advertisement market. SRK's been a pioneer and gold standard of brand endorsements. Thats why even esteemed global brands like Tag Huer have signed him up as brand ambassador for over a decade now. Recently, his son's luxury streetwear brand D'Yavol X was sold-out within hours even though the prices were high. Forbes India 2013 Cover emphasizing on Brand SRK Director of Hasee Toh Phasee and ad filmmaker Vinil Mathew thinks SRK’s presence ensures maximum exposure. He says, “Shah Rukh Khan is the number one actor in the country. Any brand that wants to project itself as the number one product for its target group would want to associate with SRK. With him you also send across the message that you are the best just like him. It’s the best way to reach across the globe as well as to smaller towns. With him on board a brand wins the battle of perception.” A Still from SRK's movie Om Shanti Om(2007), where both SRK & Shreyas argue in front of a huge Tag Heuer Billboard. World Tours: 1997 – Asha Bhonsle’s Moments in Time Concert in Malaysia. 1998 - Shahrukh–Karisma: Live in Malaysia concert. & part of The Awesome Foursome world tour across the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States along with Juhi Chawla, Akshay Kumar and Kajol. Awesome Foursome Concert Performance by Shah Rukh Khan & Kajol - San Francisco, 1998 1999 - The Awesome Foursome world tour continued in Malaysia 2002 - Khan featured with Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Preity Zinta, and Aishwarya Rai in the show From India With Love at Manchester's Old Trafford and London's Hyde Park; the event was attended by more than 100,000 people. 2010- Khan performed alongside Rani Mukherji, Arjun Rampal and Ishaa Koppikar at the Army Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh 2011 - SRK joined Shahid Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra in the Friendship Concert, celebrating 150 years of India–South Africa friendship in Durban, South Africa. TEMPTATIONS: 2004: Khan started an association with the "Temptations" series of concert tours by singing, dancing, and performing skits alongside Preity Zinta, Rani Mukherjee, Saif Ali Khan, Arjun Rampal and Priyanka Chopra, a stage show that toured 22 venues across the world. Also, The show played to 15,000 spectators at Dubai's Festival City Arena. Still from 2004 Temptations Tour including Saif Ali Khan, Arjun Rampal, SRK, Priyanka Chopra, Rani Mukherjee & Preity Zinta 2008: Khan set up Temptation Reloaded, a series of concerts that toured several countries, including the Netherlands. 2012: Another tour was held with Bipasha Basu and others in Jakarta, Indonesia. 2013: Another series of concerts visited Auckland, Perth and Sydney. 2014: Khan performed in SLAM! The Tour in the US, Canada, and London, and also hosted the Indian premiere of the live talent show, Got Talent World Stage Live. BONUS: Paid Appearances: According to Times of India, the actor also accepts fees to attend parties and events. In 2013, his rate was reportedly US$15,000, while according to Siasat, he now charges more than US$300,000 simply to appear for a limited time without giving a performance. Performing Dance/Skits at the Weddings: SRK earns a ton of money from heartthrob performances at weddings too. Various sources report that an SRK performance in the weddings range from Rs 4 to 8 crore. SRK is pretty picky due to his packed schedule and prefers to only accept opportunities from people he knows i.e. famous billionaire businessmen and celebrities. https://preview.redd.it/4owthb2qvl4b1.jpg?width=700&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ddbffdb4dfeced71869cf8280cb4f409ec7814ab SRK reportedly receives 250 event invitations in 2012, but only attended 10, while in 2013, he gave a 30-minute performance at a wedding at Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah hotel for US$1 million. Future Plans: SRK’s future business interests could be opening of restaurants and possibly foray into other sports like hockey, football, etc. Also, there is possibility of Knight Riders owning franchises in WIPL(for Kolkata) & Saudia Arabia once the T20 league is found and there’s sponsorship/broadcasting deal is in place. Also, there are chances of opening a fashion brand including clothing & cosmetics division with Suhana as face and manager. Key Sources: https://sea.mashable.com/entertainment/20635/heres-how-much-itll-cost-you-to-get-bollywood-star-shah-rukh-khan-to-perform-at-your-wedding https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3182511/how-much-does-shah-rukh-khan-charge-appear-events https://www.gqindia.com/entertainment/content/shah-rukh-khan-earns-spends-his-annual-earnings-of-125-crore https://www.forbesindia.com/article/2012-celebrity-100/shah-rukh-inc/34627/1 Link to my other post: https://www.reddit.com/BollyBlindsNGossip/comments/141qaka/curious_case_of_srk_his_business_ventures_journey/ |
2023.06.07 16:32 savannamonroe Room for rent
Hi! My boyfriend (m22) and I (f23) and our friend (m23) are looking for a 4th roomate in a 3 bed/2 bath home! you would be taking the middle room! rent is $800/month all utilities included! preferably a student or graduate! we have one pet, her name is bagel and she’s a very cute hound! so we will not be taking on any other pets!
we are all 3 recent vcu graduates who are now in the working world! i will be going back to school this fall, so the house will mostly be empty during the day! we prefer someone who is pretty outgoing and enjoys hanging out!
close to vcu monroe park campus (5-10 min walk) located in Oregon Hill! Lots of room and large backyard close to belle isle and food/shopping 5-10 minute drive to downtown, carytown, scott’s addition, etc
lease starts July 1st and it’s 12 months
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we are all 3 recent vcu graduates who are now in the working world! i will be going back to school this fall, so the house will mostly be empty during the day! we prefer someone who is pretty outgoing and enjoys hanging out!
close to vcu monroe park campus (5-10 min walk) located in Oregon Hill! Lots of room and large backyard close to belle isle and food/shopping 5-10 minute drive to downtown, carytown, scott’s addition, etc
lease starts July 1st and it’s 12 months
2023.06.07 16:31 msw2246 Wedding shuttle/transportation
FH and I are getting married in September about an hour away from where we live, and most guests are local (within an hour). The closest hotel is fairly expensive, but a straight shot down the street just under a mile from the venue. It isn’t really a walkable area though. I imagine some people won’t want to stay at this hotel because of the price, and may choose to stay at a cheaper hotel about 20 minutes away (there are no hotels in between and airbnbs are scarce in the area). Uber is also scarce. The venue does have plenty of parking, so driving is an option. We are unsure if we should do a shuttle to/from the close hotel or not. Most people invited are not big drinkers, but some definitely are and will likely be staying at the close hotel.
That being said - how did you decide if you were doing a shuttle or some type of transportation for guests to and from hotel? What stuff did you factor in? Would you do a shuttle to/from the close hotel in this circumstance? TIA!
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That being said - how did you decide if you were doing a shuttle or some type of transportation for guests to and from hotel? What stuff did you factor in? Would you do a shuttle to/from the close hotel in this circumstance? TIA!
2023.06.07 16:31 Blazed-Squids Dorm Move Out Info Guide (from an RA)
I forwarded this message to my residents but I figured it’d be pretty helpful to share to others! Let me know if you have any questions about move out and I’ll try to get back faster than housing.
1) MOST IMPORTANT: YOU MUST BE GONE BY SATURDAY, JUNE 17TH @ 12PM (unless you are doing the STAR scholars program, or have a summer housing assignment)
3) UTILIZE TOO GOOD TO GO! Too Good to Go is a program taking place in every residence hall. You can leave any approved items (clothes, bedding, household goods, appliances) behind, and take what you want! Anything left behind will get donated. It's a great way to free yourself of any items you can't take back home with you.
Some FAQ:
Q: What happens if I am here past 12PM on Saturday?
A: You will be fined. I am not certain what the cost is, but I heard some students who stayed late saturday/into sunday that got fined in the range of $400-600
Q: Why are you so strict about move out?
A: Drexel hosts conferences and programs in the residence halls over the summer. Once students move out, work begins to move new students in for summer term. You staying behind in the dorms holds this process back (think of a dorm as a giant, long-stay hotel)
Q: I'm in STAR Scholars/have a summer housing assignment. What do I do?
A: You should have recieved separate communication about your housing assignment. Your move out will likely be extended to Sunday if you are a STAR Scholar. Still pack diligently.
Q: Is there anything I should communicate to my parents?
A: Those "No Stopping" parking spots around the dorm are meant for parents to help with move out, so they can park there to assist with move out. Just no long-term parking, so don't park there and grab dinner. Also, don't be an asshole to desk staff :) Parents - come early, especially if you plan to move out Saturday or Friday Afternoon.
Q: I need to store stuff over the Summer. Where do I go?
A: Just google "Drexel Summer Storage" and a ton of options pop up. Maybe this site? https://storagesquad.com/schools/drexel-university-storage/
Q: I encountered an emergency and I need to stay in the dorm longer than my assigned time. Who do I contact?
A: Tell your RA and/or email [email protected] - there isn't likely much they can do, but it's worth a shot.
Some Move Out Etiquette - don’t hog the move out carts - get any shit from the communal kitchen/communal area and take it - don’t leave trash in the halls, either put anything good in the too good to go area or put it in the trash. - check out with the front desk when you leave
Hope this helped anyone stressing about move out, lmk if you have any questions :)
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1) MOST IMPORTANT: YOU MUST BE GONE BY SATURDAY, JUNE 17TH @ 12PM (unless you are doing the STAR scholars program, or have a summer housing assignment)
- This does not mean you are turning in your keys and checking out at 11:59. This does not mean you are still packing your boxes and loading them into your car at 11:59. This means everything should be done - your presence is not traceable in the dorm when the clock hits 12:00 noon.
- My advice: leave as soon as your finals are done to avoid the last-minute rush on Saturday. For my procrastinators, pretend the deadline to be moved out (as in packed up, left the building) is 10:30 instead of 12. If you want to avoid Saturday traffic, pack everything up Friday night and leave before 8am on Saturday morning.
- For my international students: unless you have had prior accomodations made, this includes you too. Drexel does not make special exceptions if your flight leaves late on Saturday or Sunday, especially this late in the game. Our recommendation is to get a hotel room or stay with a friend if you need to stay somewhere after 12PM Saturday.
3) UTILIZE TOO GOOD TO GO! Too Good to Go is a program taking place in every residence hall. You can leave any approved items (clothes, bedding, household goods, appliances) behind, and take what you want! Anything left behind will get donated. It's a great way to free yourself of any items you can't take back home with you.
Some FAQ:
Q: What happens if I am here past 12PM on Saturday?
A: You will be fined. I am not certain what the cost is, but I heard some students who stayed late saturday/into sunday that got fined in the range of $400-600
Q: Why are you so strict about move out?
A: Drexel hosts conferences and programs in the residence halls over the summer. Once students move out, work begins to move new students in for summer term. You staying behind in the dorms holds this process back (think of a dorm as a giant, long-stay hotel)
Q: I'm in STAR Scholars/have a summer housing assignment. What do I do?
A: You should have recieved separate communication about your housing assignment. Your move out will likely be extended to Sunday if you are a STAR Scholar. Still pack diligently.
Q: Is there anything I should communicate to my parents?
A: Those "No Stopping" parking spots around the dorm are meant for parents to help with move out, so they can park there to assist with move out. Just no long-term parking, so don't park there and grab dinner. Also, don't be an asshole to desk staff :) Parents - come early, especially if you plan to move out Saturday or Friday Afternoon.
Q: I need to store stuff over the Summer. Where do I go?
A: Just google "Drexel Summer Storage" and a ton of options pop up. Maybe this site? https://storagesquad.com/schools/drexel-university-storage/
Q: I encountered an emergency and I need to stay in the dorm longer than my assigned time. Who do I contact?
A: Tell your RA and/or email [email protected] - there isn't likely much they can do, but it's worth a shot.
Some Move Out Etiquette - don’t hog the move out carts - get any shit from the communal kitchen/communal area and take it - don’t leave trash in the halls, either put anything good in the too good to go area or put it in the trash. - check out with the front desk when you leave
Hope this helped anyone stressing about move out, lmk if you have any questions :)
2023.06.07 16:29 ObligationIntrepid79 Visit Tomorrow! 2 questions
Tomorrows finally the day! Two questions for y’all
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- Got FLP, can I pick it up during early entry at a shop, or at hotel breakers before I enter?
- Does SteVe open with the park? Might be old but heard it opens later
2023.06.07 16:14 Numb1Slacker Final Draft Itinerary Check: June 10th - July 19th
I am excited to be leaving in two days and I wanted to share and check my itinerary before I go just in case there are any last minute suggestions or corrections that I need to make.
I made my itinerary very flexible barring a few planned dates which will allow me to switch days for others if needed, add things or subtract things. I plan to go off the beaten path often so it allows me to do so.
I had to change my flights due to airline issues so I added two days with a different airline and rearranged the end of my trip to truly make this my dream vacation.
June 10th - June 20th: Main base - Tokyo
June 10th
Land in Narita around 4 pm. Pick up pocket wifi, Suica. Check in at the hotel, explore the general area if possible, knock out.
June 11th
Explore more of the general area, Akihabara, Tokyo Skytree, etc. (all close by my hotel)
-Pokemon Center Skytree
-Skytree Cake in a can vending machine
-Taito Station Akihabara
-Kirby Cafe
June 12th
Asakusa
-21_21 Design Sight
-Nogi Shrine
-Nakamise
-Sensoji Temple
-Denboin St.
June 13th
Shibuya
-Hachikō Memorial Statue
-Shibuya Scramble
-Shibuya Crossing
-Shibuya Sky
-Shops: Daiso, Shibuya 109 Mega Donki, GU
-Yoyogi Park
-Pokemon center Shibuya
-ONE PIECE Straw Hat Store
-Parco building for shopping
-Nintendo Store
-Underground Mall
June 14th
Shinjuku
-Shinjuku Gyoen Park
-Shinjuku Central Park
-Department Stores(Takashimaya, Keio, Isetan)
-Square Enix Artnia Store
-Samurai museum
-Government building viewdeck
-Hanazono Shrine
June 15th
(Rest Day)
-Studio Ghibli museum 4 pm
June 16th
Yokohama Day trip
-Cup Noodle Museum
-Life sized Gundam at Gundam Factory
-Sky Garden Observatory
-Bandai Namco store
-Sankeien Garden
-Cosmo World
June 17th
Ueno
-Ueno Park
-Ueno Zoo
-Tokyo National Museum
-Taito Station Ueno
June 18th
FUji-Q highland Amusement Park
-Yamanakako Onsen Benifuji no Yu hot spring
June 19th
Hakone day trip(Buying Hakone Free pass. It is worth it here when comparing the other tickets)
-Onsen
-Putter golf
-Museums
-Chisuji Falls
-Mishima SkyWalk
-pirate ship across lake ashi
June 20th
Could go back to Hakone if I want, but otherwise:
Shopping, Souvenirs, etc (rest day)
June 21st-July 5th: Main Base: Kyoto
June 21st (At this point I will redeem voucher and activate JR Rail Pass for 21 days) Check out of my hotel in Tokyo, Shinkansen to Kyoto, Drop off my luggage at the hotel, explore the local area, temples, etc.
June 22nd Kyoto Local area and temples -Fushimi Inari Taisha -Kyoto Gyoen National Garden -Nijo Castle -Nijo Brulee donut at Nijo Station -Kiyomizudera temple
June 23rd Arashiyama -Tenryuji -Bamboo grove -Okochi Sanso -Kimono Forest
June 24th Kyoto Area(anything I couldn’t do before and possibly): -Kyoto Manga Museum -Philosopher's path -Lake Biwa -Monkey Park -Pokemon Center Kyoto
June 25th Nagoya day trip -Nagoya Castle -Peace Park -Science Museum -Toyota Museum -Mugiwara Store -Pokemon Center Nagoya -Osu shopping district -Nabana no Sato
June 26th Iga Ueno day trip -Ninja Museum -Castle -Explore Area -APiTA Iga-Ueno Shop
June 27th Nara Day trip -Nara Park -Wakakusayama -Gardens -Temples -Kasuga-taisha
June 28th Kobe/Himeji Day trip: -Himeji -Himeji Castle -Explore area -Go to Kobe in afternoon -Kobe -Kobe Beef(lunch) -Kobe harborland -Kobe Meriken Park -Kitanocho -Nunobiki Waterfall -Kobe Animal Kingdom
June 29th Universal Studios -Ticket and express pass already purchased -Super Nintendo World
June 30th-July 1st Osaka area: -Osaka Castle -Osaka Aquarium -Pokemon Center -Ebisu Bridge -Abeno Q's Mall(ONE PIECE Mugiwara Store) -Dotonbori -Osaka Nintendo store -America-mura -Umeda Sky Building -teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka -Explore area
July 2nd Kinosaki Onsen day trip
July 3rd Nijigen no Mori (if possible depending on availability, Naruto and dragon quest parks) at Awajishima
July 4th Shopping, Souvenirs, etc (rest day)
July 5th - July 8th: Main base - Hiroshima
July 5th
Check out of hotel, Shinkansen to Hiroshima, Check in, dinner and explore area/rest
July 6th
Genbaku Atomic Dome, Hiroshima Peace Park and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum,[vending machine pizza lunch(not sure why I saw a video and wanted to try it, even if it is bad)]
July 7th
Explore Miyajima and shrines
July 8th - July 11th: Main Base - Kumamoto
July 8th
Check out of Hotel, Shinkansen to Kumamoto, drop off luggage before check in, explore immediate one piece statues nearby
July 9th-July 10th
Find and navigate Kumamoto prefecture to track down One piece statues
If time permits:
-Check out Mugiwara stores or local areas
July 11th - July 19th: Main base - Tokyo
July 11th Check out of hotel, Shinkansen to Tokyo, Check in, Take a stroll or visit a quick area I was unable to see before
July 12th-July 19th
(JR Rail pass ends. Using Suica for rest of time in Tokyo) Souvenir shopping. Visit, have day trips, or complete things I couldn’t do before. Maybe check Eastern areas in Japan (or Gunma possibly). July 14th Warner Brothers Studio tour Wizarding World: The making of Harry Potter
Things to do in between First weeks of tokyo and these days to fit in when available: -Sword Museum -National Museum -Teamlabs Planet -Joypolis -Toei Animation Museum -Suginami Animation Museum -Sunshine Aquarium -Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo(In Sunshine) -Other pokemon centers -Nihonbashi Pokemon cafe -Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens -Imperial Palace -Nakano Broadway -ONE PIECE mugiwara store Ikebukuro -Gundam Cafe Odaiba -DiverCity Tokyo Plaza -Ribera Steak House -Inokashira Park Zoo -TOKYO CHARACTER STREET -Gigo Arcades -Hamarikyu Gardens -Unicorn Gundam Statue -Tokyo Tower -Daikeien Arcade -Small Worlds Tokyo -Jump Shop, Tokyo Dome
July 19th Check out of the hotel, have breakfast, and go to Narita airport for my flight.
Thank you for making it to the end of this. I have been planning this for over a year now and am so excited for this journey!
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I made my itinerary very flexible barring a few planned dates which will allow me to switch days for others if needed, add things or subtract things. I plan to go off the beaten path often so it allows me to do so.
I had to change my flights due to airline issues so I added two days with a different airline and rearranged the end of my trip to truly make this my dream vacation.
June 10th - June 20th: Main base - Tokyo
June 10th
Land in Narita around 4 pm. Pick up pocket wifi, Suica. Check in at the hotel, explore the general area if possible, knock out.
June 11th
Explore more of the general area, Akihabara, Tokyo Skytree, etc. (all close by my hotel)
-Pokemon Center Skytree
-Skytree Cake in a can vending machine
-Taito Station Akihabara
-Kirby Cafe
June 12th
Asakusa
-21_21 Design Sight
-Nogi Shrine
-Nakamise
-Sensoji Temple
-Denboin St.
June 13th
Shibuya
-Hachikō Memorial Statue
-Shibuya Scramble
-Shibuya Crossing
-Shibuya Sky
-Shops: Daiso, Shibuya 109 Mega Donki, GU
-Yoyogi Park
-Pokemon center Shibuya
-ONE PIECE Straw Hat Store
-Parco building for shopping
-Nintendo Store
-Underground Mall
June 14th
Shinjuku
-Shinjuku Gyoen Park
-Shinjuku Central Park
-Department Stores(Takashimaya, Keio, Isetan)
-Square Enix Artnia Store
-Samurai museum
-Government building viewdeck
-Hanazono Shrine
June 15th
(Rest Day)
-Studio Ghibli museum 4 pm
June 16th
Yokohama Day trip
-Cup Noodle Museum
-Life sized Gundam at Gundam Factory
-Sky Garden Observatory
-Bandai Namco store
-Sankeien Garden
-Cosmo World
June 17th
Ueno
-Ueno Park
-Ueno Zoo
-Tokyo National Museum
-Taito Station Ueno
June 18th
FUji-Q highland Amusement Park
-Yamanakako Onsen Benifuji no Yu hot spring
June 19th
Hakone day trip(Buying Hakone Free pass. It is worth it here when comparing the other tickets)
-Onsen
-Putter golf
-Museums
-Chisuji Falls
-Mishima SkyWalk
-pirate ship across lake ashi
June 20th
Could go back to Hakone if I want, but otherwise:
Shopping, Souvenirs, etc (rest day)
June 21st-July 5th: Main Base: Kyoto
June 21st (At this point I will redeem voucher and activate JR Rail Pass for 21 days) Check out of my hotel in Tokyo, Shinkansen to Kyoto, Drop off my luggage at the hotel, explore the local area, temples, etc.
June 22nd Kyoto Local area and temples -Fushimi Inari Taisha -Kyoto Gyoen National Garden -Nijo Castle -Nijo Brulee donut at Nijo Station -Kiyomizudera temple
June 23rd Arashiyama -Tenryuji -Bamboo grove -Okochi Sanso -Kimono Forest
June 24th Kyoto Area(anything I couldn’t do before and possibly): -Kyoto Manga Museum -Philosopher's path -Lake Biwa -Monkey Park -Pokemon Center Kyoto
June 25th Nagoya day trip -Nagoya Castle -Peace Park -Science Museum -Toyota Museum -Mugiwara Store -Pokemon Center Nagoya -Osu shopping district -Nabana no Sato
June 26th Iga Ueno day trip -Ninja Museum -Castle -Explore Area -APiTA Iga-Ueno Shop
June 27th Nara Day trip -Nara Park -Wakakusayama -Gardens -Temples -Kasuga-taisha
June 28th Kobe/Himeji Day trip: -Himeji -Himeji Castle -Explore area -Go to Kobe in afternoon -Kobe -Kobe Beef(lunch) -Kobe harborland -Kobe Meriken Park -Kitanocho -Nunobiki Waterfall -Kobe Animal Kingdom
June 29th Universal Studios -Ticket and express pass already purchased -Super Nintendo World
June 30th-July 1st Osaka area: -Osaka Castle -Osaka Aquarium -Pokemon Center -Ebisu Bridge -Abeno Q's Mall(ONE PIECE Mugiwara Store) -Dotonbori -Osaka Nintendo store -America-mura -Umeda Sky Building -teamLab Botanical Garden Osaka -Explore area
July 2nd Kinosaki Onsen day trip
July 3rd Nijigen no Mori (if possible depending on availability, Naruto and dragon quest parks) at Awajishima
July 4th Shopping, Souvenirs, etc (rest day)
July 5th - July 8th: Main base - Hiroshima
July 5th
Check out of hotel, Shinkansen to Hiroshima, Check in, dinner and explore area/rest
July 6th
Genbaku Atomic Dome, Hiroshima Peace Park and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum,[vending machine pizza lunch(not sure why I saw a video and wanted to try it, even if it is bad)]
July 7th
Explore Miyajima and shrines
July 8th - July 11th: Main Base - Kumamoto
July 8th
Check out of Hotel, Shinkansen to Kumamoto, drop off luggage before check in, explore immediate one piece statues nearby
July 9th-July 10th
Find and navigate Kumamoto prefecture to track down One piece statues
If time permits:
-Check out Mugiwara stores or local areas
July 11th - July 19th: Main base - Tokyo
July 11th Check out of hotel, Shinkansen to Tokyo, Check in, Take a stroll or visit a quick area I was unable to see before
July 12th-July 19th
(JR Rail pass ends. Using Suica for rest of time in Tokyo) Souvenir shopping. Visit, have day trips, or complete things I couldn’t do before. Maybe check Eastern areas in Japan (or Gunma possibly). July 14th Warner Brothers Studio tour Wizarding World: The making of Harry Potter
Things to do in between First weeks of tokyo and these days to fit in when available: -Sword Museum -National Museum -Teamlabs Planet -Joypolis -Toei Animation Museum -Suginami Animation Museum -Sunshine Aquarium -Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo(In Sunshine) -Other pokemon centers -Nihonbashi Pokemon cafe -Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens -Imperial Palace -Nakano Broadway -ONE PIECE mugiwara store Ikebukuro -Gundam Cafe Odaiba -DiverCity Tokyo Plaza -Ribera Steak House -Inokashira Park Zoo -TOKYO CHARACTER STREET -Gigo Arcades -Hamarikyu Gardens -Unicorn Gundam Statue -Tokyo Tower -Daikeien Arcade -Small Worlds Tokyo -Jump Shop, Tokyo Dome
July 19th Check out of the hotel, have breakfast, and go to Narita airport for my flight.
Thank you for making it to the end of this. I have been planning this for over a year now and am so excited for this journey!
2023.06.07 16:07 hnqn1611 TOP 10 Things to do in ROME - [2023 Travel Guide]
![TOP 10 Things to do in ROME - [2023 Travel Guide]](https://b.thumbs.redditmedia.com/0EBnGimUNZZXSnfG2S-8sYMnOPrzdSwhEpjthgVnQxw.jpg "TOP 10 Things to do in ROME - [2023 Travel Guide]") | https://preview.redd.it/qkmtczt3sl4b1.jpg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=02560d12ab79ba34a1c5e3364f11bf161f68830c submitted by hnqn1611 to TopPersonality [link] [comments] In this post , we'll show you the ten best things to do in Rome. The suggestions are based on our countless trips to this historic city. This post is sponsored by Beeyond, the maker of popular compression packing cubes, a revolutionary new way to organize your luggage and save space. The link is in the description. Don't forget to like this post , subscribe to our channel, and enable notifications. And share your own experience in the comments below. And stick around until the end because we have a bonus attraction that might surprise you. Top 10 things to do in Rome ⭐ Sponsored by BEEYOND packing cubes, a revolutionary new way to pack your luggage 🧳 🎒 👉 https://amzn.to/43uwwz0 👈 (on Amazon) 🔥📚 Rome PDF Guide 👉 https://amzn.to/3qB2U47 🔥 Here are our top 10 picks: NUMBER 10: Roman Forum & Palatine Hill The Roman Forum developed gradually over many centuries from what was a swampy lake collecting water from the surrounding hills. The forum was the center of public life in ancient Rome. Located next to the Colosseum and surrounded by government facilities and other important buildings – it was the venue of major public events such as elections, criminal trials, processions, or public speeches. We all probably heard about the legend that says Rome was founded by Romulus, who killed his twin brother Remus after the two of them have been raised by a she-wolf. Romulus is supposed to be buried under the Roman Forum. After the fall of the Empire, the Forum was neglected. It was used as a meadow for livestock and got the nickname Campo Vaccino, meaning Cow Field. The site was first excavated in the 18th century and is now an enormous open-air museum featuring relatively well-preserved ruins of old buildings. If you don't have time to visit the area, you can see a big part of the forum from the public street above. Don’t skip Foro di Traiano and other interesting buildings just across the street. Located above Roman Forum, you will find Palatine Hill, one of the seven hills of ancient Rome. The settlements on Palatine Hill date back as far as the 10th century BC. Today you can visit an impressive collection of archaeological sites from different eras of ancient Rome. According to a legend, the she-wolf that took care of Romulus and Remus lived here. Don't skip impressive views of the entire Roman Forum from terrace on Palatine Hill. NUMBER 9: Colosseum Located right next to the Roman Forum, you will find Colosseum – the largest amphitheater ever built. Construction of this remarkable structure was completed in the year 80 and was made using stone and concrete to demonstrate Roman building techniques to the entire world. The amphitheater was a gift to the people of Rome by the Flavian Dynasty to gain their popularity. In fact, for that reason, the emperors organized significant events in the Colosseum, and they were free to attend, and sometimes even free food for the visitors was provided. Colosseum was used for gladiatorial combats, animal hunts, executions, re-enactments of famous battles, as a stage for theatrical performances, and other public spectacles. While the structure still stands earthquakes damaged it over the years. NUMBER 8: Altare Della Patria Altar of the Fatherland or Altare Della Patria in Italian is a large monument built on top of a part of Capitoline Hill. The monument was built in honor of the first king of unified Italy, Victor Emanuel II, and is, to this day, actually the largest monument in Rome. The construction began in 1885, but the monument was not completed for another 50 years. The construction of Il Vittoriano, as it is also called, was controversial because it included destroying a large part of Capitoline Hill's Medieval neighborhood. You can climb the monument, see the tomb of the unknown soldier, visit the museum of Italian Unification, and complete your tour by visiting an impressive terrace with amazing views of Rome. NUMBER 7: Villa Borghese Gardens Villa Borghese is a large public park comprising several buildings, villas, museums, a zoo, and other attractions. The park is located close above Piazza Del Popolo, one of Rome's main squares. The garden was created in 1605 from a former vineyard. In the 19th century, the park was designed to its current form and was purchased by the city of Rome for public use. Terrazza del Pincio, located at the south of the park, offers one of the best panoramic views of Rome. Villa Borghese offers an array of activities: you can rent a boat on one of the lakes in the park and row around the inspiring Temple of Asclepius, visit the Waterclock at Pincio, or stop at one of the open-air restaurants and cafes. Terrazza Viale del Belvedere, situated close to Casina Valadier, offers another beautiful view of the city. Don't skip other impressive gardens and parks in Rome. Check our travel guide for more suggestions. BTW, our mobile-friendly travel guide covers the top 20 things to do in Rome and things to know before you visit, including maps, opening hours, links to buy tickets, itinerary suggestions, and other information. By purchasing our travel guide, you are also helping us sustain this channel, so a big thank you for that! NUMBER 6: Piazza Navona and the underground ruins of the Circus Agonalis Piazza Navona is a Baroque square from the late 15th century that features several impressive statues and fountains from Baroque architecture. The square was built in the 1st century on a former Dominitian's stadium, now, the ruins are a part of the Unesco World Heritage. The stadium was used for athletics competitions known as "Circus Agonalis" or the competition arena. You can still recognize the square's unique shape and visit the ruins of the stadium 4.5 meters (15 ft.) under Piazza Navona. Later in history, the square turned into a lake during the summer to stage famous naval battles. There are even some legends about ghosts who wander around the square. NUMBER 5: Trevi Fountain and underground labyrinths Stretching 86 feet or 26 meters in the air, Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous fountains in the world. The fountain was built on the façade of a palace in 1751. The water for the fountain was delivered from Acuqa Vergine, one of Rome's aqueducts, and was considered the purest water you can drink in Rome. The legend says that whoever drinks the water from the fountain or throws a coin in it will return to Rome. By the way, nearly 700,000 euros worth of coins are tossed into Trevi Fountain each year. Don't skip the remains of a Roman house and aqueduct. Vicus Caprarius located just around the corner of the Trevi Fountain, is a system of underground labyrinths from the Roman Times, offering insight into ancient Rome's life, engineering, and ingenuity. It was a part of the complex Virgin Aqueduct that supplied potable water to the city, including Trevi Fountain. NUMBER 4: Spanish Steps Spanish Steps are a colossal stairway of 135 steps connecting the Spanish Embassy with the Trinità dei Monti church. The steps were built in the 18th century by a French diplomat and took only two years to complete. As the widest stairway in Europe, Spanish Steps quickly gained recognition and eventually became one of the main Roman attractions. According to the tradition, sometime during the spring, part of the steps are decorated with flowers, making an extraordinary sight. At the bottom of the Spanish Steps, there is Piazza di Spagna with the famous Fontana della Barcaccia, dating back to the early Baroque period. Check our Rome 4K walking tour with closed captions to get the full experience, including bohemian Trastevere, and other major sights and hidden gems. The link is in the description. NUMBER 3: Pantheon Pantheon is a former Roman temple constructed in the second century AD by the Roman Emperor Hadrian. In 609, Pantheon was given to the pope and was converted into a church. Pantheon is the best-preserved ancient Roman monument. Its impressive concrete dome features an oculus in the center which serves as the primary source of natural light. Since there is no glass covering the oculus when it rains, the floor gets wet. Still, because of an ingenious system of 22 well-hidden holes, the water quickly drains away. NUMBER 2: Baths of Caracalla Bathing was a part of daily activities in Roman culture, and baths were the central part of Roman urban architecture. The impressive and vast complex of the Baths of Caracalla, which is now only the ruins, was built between 212 and 216 by the Roman Emperor Caracalla to gain popularity. People of different social classes came to the baths every day, not only to bathe but also to socialize. The Baths of Caracalla even featured an entire public library. However, the baths also hide a darker side. In the underground tunnels, hundreds of slaves worked in extreme heat to keep the water warm all the time. If you like ancient public baths, don’t skip Baths of Diocletian. This video is sponsored by Beeyond, helping you save space and organize your suitcase. A revolutionary new way to organize your luggage consists of a set of small and large packing cubes. Once you’re done packing, just compress the air out of your packing cubes like this, and voila, your clothes are compressed and your luggage is organized. We use Beeyond packing cubes on our travels, and they are even designed to fit your carry-on. Visit Beeyond’s Amazon page to get your own compression packing cube set. The link is in the description. NUMBER 1: Vatican City Covering an area of 110 acres (44 ha) and with only about 1,000 inhabitants, Vatican City is the smallest state in the world by both area and population. The official name is Vatican City State, and it has been the pope's residence since the year 1377. While the central area is closed to the public, there are many attractions to see, for example, St. Peter's Square and Basilica which are impressive examples of Renaissance architecture. Visit Vatican Museums, displaying a collection of 20,000 works of art. Don't skip Sistine Chapel and one of the most famous frescos in the world, The Creation of Adam, painted in the 16th century by Michelangelo. And here is the bonus that we promised: Did you know that Rome has its own pyramid dating back 2000 years? During the city's rich and diverse history, Romans constantly explored new places to bury their dignitaries. As a result, Rome is also full of mausoleums and crypts worth exploring, such as The Pyramid of Cestius, an ancient pyramid built around 18–12 BCm a tomb for Gaius Cestius. Did you know that Rome actually had two pyramids build as tombs? Meta Romuli was also build in the 1st century was demolished by the 16th century. Castle Sant'Angelo, Hadrian Mausoleum that was later used by popes and as a fortress and a castle. Mausoleum of Augustus, and others. And did you know that there is an area just outside the city center called Appia Antica Park or Appian Way Regional Park with the 2,300-year-old Via Appia road? Here you can find several of the underground burial grounds - Roman catacombs. While there are over sixty catacombs in Rome, with over 180 miles or 300 km of underground passageways, only some are open to the public. Continue to our video on what you should know before you visit Rome. |
2023.06.07 15:50 WheresMyElefant Dolphin fully booked for January/ February 2024?
My fiancée and I are currently planning our honeymoon at Disney World and recently purchased our plane tickets, but we’re really struggling to find a hotel that either isn’t very expensive or doesn’t feel too budget. I thought the Dolphin looked like a good fit for us and has a convenient location, good transportation, etc., but when checking for rooms there seem to be absolutely no rooms available for January 2024…
Is it normal for it to be fully booked eight months from now? Or will rooms show up closer to our date? Thing is, if we don’t find something soon we were just thinking of staying at Art of Animation or All Stars Movies, since everything else that’s available seems to expensive and we prefer to leave more budget for parks and dining.
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Is it normal for it to be fully booked eight months from now? Or will rooms show up closer to our date? Thing is, if we don’t find something soon we were just thinking of staying at Art of Animation or All Stars Movies, since everything else that’s available seems to expensive and we prefer to leave more budget for parks and dining.
2023.06.07 15:45 hnqn1611 TOP 10 Things to do in LOS ANGELES - [2023 LA Travel Guide]
![TOP 10 Things to do in LOS ANGELES - [2023 LA Travel Guide]](https://b.thumbs.redditmedia.com/F6Txqg4DvtclPMYdH2A676HMQz0HPIpaBSMslRzjBtE.jpg "TOP 10 Things to do in LOS ANGELES - [2023 LA Travel Guide]") | https://preview.redd.it/eoyjdq98ol4b1.jpg?width=1280&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=45bc1ecb20d009ef7fdfedc3e3cd73a9eedacaf6 submitted by hnqn1611 to TopPersonality [link] [comments] In this post, we'll show you the top 10 things to do in Los Angeles. This post is based on our multiple trips to the City of Angles. Don't forget to like this post, subscribe to our channel, and enable notifications. And share your own experience or ask a question in the comments below. Sponsored by Beeyond compression packing cubes for travel. The link is in the description. And stick around until the end because we have a bonus attraction for you. Top 10 things to do in Lisbon ⭐ Sponsored by BEEYOND packing cubes, a revolutionary new way to pack your luggage 🧳 🎒 👉 https://amzn.to/43uwwz0 👈 (on Amazon) 🔥📚 Los Angeles PDF Guide 👉 https://amzn.to/3WSwiPo 🔥 Here are our top 10 picks: Number 10: Downtown Los Angeles Downtown L.A. is a business and residential district packed with interesting neighborhoods and attractions. Little Tokyo, Chinatown, or Arts District each offer a rich cultural experience, and for history buffs, the Olvera Street located close to the 19th-century Los Angeles Plaza reveals the oldest part of Los Angeles. Grand Central Market, a 30,000 square-foot arcade, offers a unique food emporium operating ever since it opened in 1917. By the way, if you love food, Greater Los Angeles offers an array of fantastic food options from all over the world, from fancy dining establishments to famous hot dogs or tacos trucks, and more. Located right outside Grand Central Market, you'll find Angels Flight. With its 298 feet inclined railway, it is supposed to be the world's shortest railway. Downtown L.A is also full of green areas, like Pershing Square with fantastic views towards the skyscrap-ers, or lush Grand Park, located right in front of the iconic Los Angeles City Hall. Walk around the historic Broadway theater district, or admire architectural marvels around Downtown, like The Walt Disney Concert Hall designed by Frank Gehry or the neighboring contemporary art museum - The Broad. 📷Photo by Alonso Reyes on UnsplashDelete Number 9: Hollywood walk of fame Hollywood Boulevard is a major street in Los Angeles, home to a number of famous attractions. Hollywood Walk of Fame features over 2,600 stars embedded in the sidewalks along Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street. The stars are permanent public monuments to achievement in the entertainment industry, bearing names of actors, directors, musicians, producers, fictional characters, and others. Look for the famous Chinese Theatres featuring handprints, footprints, and signatures of some of Hollywood's biggest stars. Visit the Ovation Hollywood shopping center with a perfect view towards the Hollywood sign. There are many other things you can do on Hollywood Boulevard, for example, Museum of Illusions, Madame Tussauds, Museum of Death, and others. Check our immersive Los Angeles 4K walking tour to experience the real feel of L.A. The link is in the description https://amzn.to/3WSwiPo 📷Photo by Aman on UnsplashDelete Number 8: Griffith Observatory This impressive observatory overlooking Los Angeles offers breathtaking views of Downtown and Hollywood Sign. It also features an extensive array of space and science-related displays, including a Tesla coil, designed by inventor Nikola Tesla in 1891. Admission has been free ever since the observatory opened its doors in 1935. The view of the city from Griffith observatory can be even more fascinating in the evening. 📷Photo by Venti Views on UnsplashDelete Number 7: The Grove & The Original Farmers Market World-famous Original Farmers Market started as a dairy farm, Gilmore Oil Company, and midget car racing place. The Market now consists of over 100 gourmet groceries, trendy shops, and restaurants and has been a favorite place to shop and eat among locals and tourists since 1934. Don't skip The Grove - a shopping and dining complex that mixes retail, eateries, and entertain-ment, located on the former orchard and nursery complex. If you love shopping, check our travel guide for more suggestions. By the way, our mobile-friendly travel guide covers the top 20 things to do in Los Angeles and things to know before you visit, including maps, opening hours, links to buy tickets, itinerary suggestions, and other information. By purchasing our travel guide, you are also helping us sustain this channel, so a big thank you for that! 📷Photo by Rade Šaptović on UnsplashDelete Number 6: Hollywood Sign The Hollywood Sign is one of the world's most famous landmarks and a cultural icon overlooking Hollywood. "HOLLYWOOD" is spelled out in 45-foot-tall white capital letters and is 352 feet long. The sign was created in 1923 as an advertisement for a local real estate agency, and it initially read: HOLLYWOODLAND. Due to increasing recognition, the sign was left up in its current form instead of being taken down. If you love hiking, there are many other trails with amazing panoramic views of Los Angeles worth exploring. 📷Photo by Nathan DeFiesta on UnsplashDelete Number 5: Universal Studios Universal Studios Hollywood is both a film studio and a theme park. It is one of the oldest and most famous Hollywood film studios still in use. The park was initially created to offer tours of the entire Universal Studios sets. Here, you can experience rides and visit film sets of some of your favorite movies like Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Back to the Future, and others. There are also other amusement parks in L.A. and its surroundings. 📷Photo by Guneet Jassal on UnsplashDelete Number 4: Beverly Hills Beverly Hills was originally a Spanish ranch where lima beans were grown. It was incorporated in 1914 by a group of investors who had failed to find oil but found water instead and eventually decided to develop it into a town. Today, Beverly Hills is one of the world's most famous upscale places to live and shop. Visit Rodeo Drive, a famous shopping street with expensive designer stores and small private boutiques. Rodeo Dr. became immortalized by Julia Robert's "Pretty Woman" shopping spree. The area is popular with wealthy shoppers, sunglass-wearing celebrities, and tourists hoping to see fashion icons. On Rodeo Drive, you will also find the most expensive store in the world: Bijan. 📷Photo by David Vives on UnsplashDelete Number 3: Museums Los Angeles is home to over 800 museums and art galleries, which is more museums per capita than any other city in the world. Some of the world-class museums include: Los Angeles County Museum of Art or LACMA with the famous Urban Light assemblage sculpture composed of 202 streetlamps. The Broad – a Museum of Contemporary Art, J. Paul Getty Museum or just The Getty, an art museum with amazing views of Los Angeles. Don't skip Getty Villa, displaying art from Ancient Greece, Rome, and other eras. Of course, there are many other museums. Los Angeles is also home and a creative hub to numerous artists and small galleries. This video is sponsored by Beeyond, helping you save space when you travel and organize your suit-case. A revolutionary new way to organize your luggage consists of a set of small and large packing cubes. Once you're done packing, just close both zippers, compress the air out of your packing cubes like this, and voila, your clothes are compressed, and your luggage is organized. We use Beeyond packing cubes on our travels, and they are even designed to fit your carry-on. Visit Beeyond's Amazon page to get your own compression packing cube set. The link is in the description https://amzn.to/3WSwiPo Number 2: Venice Beach Venice is a residential, commercial, and recreational beachfront neighborhood. It was founded in 1905 as a seaside resort town. Over the years, it transformed into a free-spirited boardwalk and residential area full of funky shops, imaginative street performers, and public art. Rent a bike or an electric scooter and ride along Venice Beach, play some sports in one of many public sports areas, like Muscle Beach outdoor gym, or simply sit in the sand, watch the waves, and enjoy the vibe. The Los Angeles area is famous for its beautiful sandy beaches and picturesque piers. From surfing, sun-bathing, to sailing or boating, chances are you will find something fun to do in Los Angeles. So, if you have time, don’t forget to explore the surroundings too. Talking about Venice Beach. Don’t skip Venice Canals nearby. The canals were created in the early 20th century to mimic the famous canals in Venice, Italy. And if you love shopping, don't skip Abbot Kinney Boulevard shops. 📷Photo by Stephen Leonardi on UnsplashDelete Number 1: Santa Monica Pier Santa Monica Pier is a large double-jointed and over 100 years old pier located at the foot of Colorado Avenue in Santa Monica. Its iconic entrance made the pier popular with both residents and visitors. A sign on the pier marks the end of the legendary American highway Route 66, symbolizing that this road only ended when the sea stood in its way. Since the pier is a popular tourist spot, expect it can get very crowded. The pier also contains an entire family amusement park, the Pacific Park, featuring a solar-paneled Ferris wheel. Don't forget to visit 3rd Street Promenade, a pedestrian mall walkway, dining, and entertainment complex in downtown Santa Monica, or beautiful Tongva Park, named after the indigenous Tongva people, who have lived in the Los Angeles area, a lovely urban oasis with amazing views, especially during sun-set. And here is the bonus that we promised. If you love nature, explore Echo Park. This diverse neighborhood is home to beautiful Echo Park Lake with lush vegetation, lotus flower beds, and wild geese and swans. For the ultimate experience, rent a swan boat and pedal around this beautiful lake with fantastic views towards the park and downtown Los Angeles. And now continue to our video on what you should know before you visit Los Angeles. |