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Gamers Travel Guide to Miami Comic Con!
Gamers Travel Guide to Miami Comic Con!
The Beaches, The Sights and Attractions, Entertainment and Nightlife, Lodging, Eating in Miami, Cultural Considerations, Where to Play, and a Few Final Suggestions!
Gamers Travel Guide to Miami
Feature Article from Justin Vizaro
Justin Vizaro
For the past five years, Ive had the painful pleasure of living in one of the most uniquely transnational cities in the United States. The Magic City is already one of the most popular destinations in the country; and whether you plan on flying in from the doldrums of the Midwest or Northeast or just driving down from somewhere close, you would be remiss to pass up the opportunity to find out how and why Miami earned its nickname. I plan on making sure that by the time you finish reading this travel guide you will have enough information to make the best decisions regarding lodging, culture, gastronomy, and entertainment in Miami. I hope you enjoy your time here, and I also hope this guide helps you make the most of your opportunity to enjoy a tournament vacation.
First, a few rules about the city itself:
1. Down here, we speak Espanish deal with it.
2. Caribbean time
3. Traffic is awful, but theres no reason for you to make it worse know where youre going and how to get there before you start the car
4. All lights are red for at least 1.5 seconds, which means at least 4 cars can turn left on red before the oncoming traffic gets moving.
5. Avoid Liberty City, Overtown, Allapatah, and West Grove
6. You need sunglasses, even if you dont actually NEED sunglasses
7. Look for rule number 7 at the end of the article
The Beaches
The beaches are the obvious pull- with South Beach, Ocean Drive, Collins, and Washington Ave being the most notorious hotspots, and you can certainly bet on some wonderful beach weather (mid-70s, a cool breeze, and clear sunny skies) like weve been experiencing for the past month or so. I know a majority of you will try to hit the beach as soon as you get off the plane or reach the end of I-95, so theres no sense putting this off until further into the article. If youre planning on going to South Beach, you should get there before everyone else does. Weekend beach traffic is excessive often to the point of absolute gridlock especially on Friday and Saturday Evenings.
The beaches do offer much more than just sand and salt water, as they are home to a majority of the Miami nightlife, especially clubs like the legendary Cameo, as well as Mansion, Set Miami, Nikki Beach, and the newly renovated LIV. I will cover the clubs in more detail in the Entertainment section.
The last thing about Miami Beach that I think is important to know is that its a sterling example of the height of 1920s and 1930s Art Deco Design. The old hotels, apartment buildings, and vibrant colors paint a picture of the tropical paradise that blossomed into todays playground for the rich and famous. Architecture aficionados can start at the tip of Ocean drive and continue all the way up the beaches taking in example after brilliant example of authentic Mediterranean Revival, Bungalow, Art Deco, and Moderne styles. Everyone else can just take heed of the fact that the architectural significance of Miami Beach parallels its reputation for those amazing parties it hosts, so take a few minutes to look at the buildings if you can peel your eyes off of the finest-looking women in the world while youre out there.
Beach tips:
1. If you just want to go lie in the sand and stand in the water, you might be wise to use 195 and visit the much less crowded and less expensive North Beach instead of taking 395 to South Beach.
2. If youre trying to go north and south on the beach, use Alton Rd instead of Collins, Washington, or Ocean to save yourself a minimum of 30 minutes.
3. There are tons of municipal garages where you can find flat rate parking or decent hourly rates. Its better than street parking except for weekdays when you can park back in the neighborhoods free of charge. Ive always found the 13th Street Garage to be the best option as its within walking distance of Lincoln mall, 8th Street, and all of the good food and clubs. Its also usually the one you can count on to not be full, which is a strange conundrum.
The Sights and Attractions
For those of you that have a free day or two in Miami, I have compiled a list of some of the things that are worth seeing or experiencing while youre in town. Some of these things are a bit touristy, but others are just places we tend to go when we have spare time and want to get out of the house. If the attraction/sight has an explicit cost, I will put a ($) before its name so you can skip it if you so choose, but please keep in mind that admission will sometimes be less than parking for a free attraction.
($) Vizcaya Estate and Gardens (3251 S. Miami Ave, Miami) Perhaps the most beautiful 50 acres in the entire city, Vizcaya is a Mediterranean style villa (more like a castle) with sprawling gardens nestled in the heart of Coral Gables on the edge of Coconut Grove. If you are familiar with the Hearst Castle in California, Vizcaya is its distant sibling.
The creation of John Deerings estate circa 1915 inspired George Merrick to export the beautiful Mediterranean Italian-Spanish style to the rest of Coral Gables as well. If you have the money to spend or if youve always wanted to visit Europe but dont have the time or budget to do so, Vizcaya is open Wed-Mon 9:30-4:30, admission is $15 for adults, $10 with a student ID.
Miracle Mile, The Biltmore Hotel, and Coral Gables This one you can do in a car, all you really have to do is drive around and take in the beauty of the neighborhood that was the vision of George Merrick. Coral Way (SW 24th St) between Red Rd (SW 57th Ave) and Le Jeune Rd (SW 42nd Ave) will give you the best visual representation of the neighborhood with its shade-bearing trees that create an archway over the road.
From Coral Way, take Granada or Cordova south to DeSoto Blvd and follow that further south to the Biltmore Hotel that towers over the lush golf course and gabled roofs of the surrounding houses. One of the oldest hotels in the city, the Biltmore has been standing and greeting its awe-struck visitors since George Merrick and John Bowman teamed up to build it in 1924.
($) Venetian Pool (2701 DeSoto Blvd) Just up the road from the Biltmore is the Venetian Pool, which is another one of Miamis famous yet low-key attractions. You are much more likely to see a band of local kids or UM students at the Venetian Pool than you are to see a gang of snow-bleached Canadians, but its still worth a visit if you make your way into the Gables. The term pool is a bit of a misnomer, however, as the pool itself is actually a lagoon carved from a Coral quarry that is fed from below by a natural spring. Because of the underground aquifer, the water in the pool (all 820,000 gallons) gets drained and refreshed on a daily basis. Merrick was also involved in the creation of the pool, which is open Tues-Sun 10:00am 4:30pm; admission is $7.
Coconut Grove and Cocowalk Please take this warning very seriously: stay East of 32nd Ave when in the grove, and try not to go more than 3 blocks north of Grand Ave. Coconut Grove used to be a really hoppin place for nightlife and general visitation in Miami, but recently its becoming more and more of a ghost town. It could be in part due to the economic situation that caused a majority of the big spenders to fade out, or it could also be partially due to the stark difference of the environment 2 blocks west.
Either way, there are still some nice things to see in the grove, and its probably worth taking a trip down there to walk around for a bit. Cocowalk offers a movie theater, bars, and a few shops, and is right at the center of the action in the grove. You could also visit The Knife- an Argentinean Steakhouse more than worth the price and the trip down there.
The Falls (US 1 and SW 138 St) An outdoor mall located just off US 1 in the pinecrest area, The Falls offers great shopping like many major malls, but the twist and the thing that makes this one worth walking around is the water feature that runs the entire length of the boardwalks.
Other malls in Miami worth visiting are the Aventura Mall (further north on US 1), Dolphin Mall or Miami International Mall (closer to the airport).
($) Miami Metrozoo (12400 SW 152nd St, Miami) They have animals open 10-5, $14 to get in and check out some Monkeys, Bears, Tigers and whatnot.
($) The Barnacle State Historic Site (3485 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove) Its really cheap to get in ($1) unless theres a concert, in which case its $5 for live music and an attraction, which is actually a good deal if you ask me. The Barnacle is another one of those house-turned-museum types, this time, though, were talking about the oldest house in the city which belonged to the original snow bird- Ralph Middleton Munroe. Built in 1891, the house still stands on its original foundation and overlooks the wonderful Biscayne Bay, reminding us why Miami is the Magic City. Just over 100 years ago Munroe purchased 40 acres of what is now prime Miami real estate on the mouth of Biscayne Bay for the measly sum of $400. Granted it was a small fortune then, but the truly impressive piece of information is that its taken only 100 years for the city to literally explode into one of the largest and most rapidly growing metro areas in the country. If you find yourself in the grove or in the Biscayne area Fri-Mon 10-4, pass by the Barnacle and see whats going on.
Florida International University and University of Miami opposition to a public University in Miami said the town wasnt big enough for both schools to thrive, but quite honestly I think they coexist quite well, barring a brawl when the football teams get together. The fact is, The U is private and hardly anyone from Miami actually goes to school there- you are much more likely to see students walking around FIU or MDC wearing a UM sweater than anything else. If you get a chance, both schools have nice campuses that are worth a visit, and for the art lovers, FIUs Frost Museum is part of the Smithsonian Institute and UMs Lowe Art Museum constantly hosts premier exhibitions. FIU also has the Wolfsonian on Miami Beach, which is one of the largest and most impressive design period and propaganda collections in the world. The Green Library at FIU is the largest in the Southeastern US and was recently voted the most beautiful university library in the nation. The University Park campus itself is a sculpture park with pieces from the Margulies collection on display at all times scattered throughout the green areas.
Entertainment and Nightlife
Miami has a very active nightlife- one that can certainly make you forget about a convention or forego a good nights sleep. If you make it into town on Thursday night, thats college night at most clubs, so cover is low and they sometimes let people in that are under 21. If youre over 21 and you really want to enjoy a night in the 305, bring a nice change of clothes (black jeans and your sleekest silk dragon button-up shirt DO NOT count); leave your hotel around 11, and make your way to one of the following places:
Mansion: 1235 Washington Avenue, Mansion is one of the better clubs in South Beach, but tends to be a bit of a privilege party- not many people can get past the velvet rope. If youre not traveling with a group of attractive women, and if you dont look like youre going to be dropping more than $100, you will find it very difficult to see the inner walls. Making VIP reservations and being on the list is pretty much your only shot. If you do make it inside, however, you get multiple floors full of good times and beautiful people.
Cameo: 1445 Washington Avenue, Cameo is a bit of a legend among the Miami club scene along with Nikki Beach. The belt rope is a little looser than that of Mansion, so you can take a chance waiting in line. World class DJs and top 40 bands used to frequent Cameo, but to be honest, I havent been out there in 2 years. I hear they still do digital Fridays with social debauchery upstairs which is decent if youre into that whole scene.
LIV: In the Fontainebleau Hotel, 4441 Collins Avenue, LIV is gigantic- one of the classiest and most impressive looking clubs in Miami. If you can manage to get in (best bet would be to stay at the hotel) its certainly worth it even just for the views.
The inside of the club alone is one of the most impressive displays of lights anywhere.
Nikki Beach: 1 Ocean Drive, Nikki Beach is only for the high rollers to be honest. Ive only been one time on special invitation, but Im not exactly dying to go back. Pretty much the only thing this one has as a claim to fame is the clientele (usually the most celebrity-ridden) which comes for the anything goes M.O. on weekends. This one could be the hardest to get into, so unless youre staying at the W, Setai, or Ritz and the concierge can get you on the list let me suggest one of the following alternatives:
Atarazana: 7335 NW 36th Street, Ata is likely one of my favorite clubs in Miami, and its actually in the Doral-Hialeah area, so you dont need to bother with the traffic or the parking menace. Its not the tightest belt rope, but if you dont at least show up looking respectable, your chances will be about as good as they would be anywhere else. I wont tell you the whole story, but you can find some videos of Atarazana on YouTube that might sway your decision to visit one way or another.
La Covacha: 10730 NW 25th St, The Cove is one of those places that has been up and down over the last 4 years, and from what Ive heard its back on the upswing. I havent been there since I aged enough to get in elsewhere, but if youre under 21 or if youre just looking for a decent time with cheap drinks, The Cove might be the place to be. Ive got a lot of great memories from there, but please dont take this as my recommendation for you to pay a visit. Use this option as a last resort if you dont like your chances of getting in anywhere else.
Other clubs/lounges/bars worth mentioning that you can look into on your own time: Space, BED, Vagabond, Blue Martini, SET, and Nocturnal.
Live venues and a few bars that might be worth your time: Tobacco Road, Transit Lounge, Churchills, Bougainvilleas in Sunset.
If you just want to have a few drinks and run the chance of meeting younger people (mostly the UM crowd) your best bet will be to take a ride down to Sunset Place just off US-1 and Sunset (SW 72nd). The nice little streets behind BTs have a fine sampling of Taverns and Bars that are ripe with cheap drinks, young folks, and no dress code good times. Bougainvilleas (Bougies) is my personal favorite, and gives you a good chance to relax with friends or make some new ones. For the true budget baller, theres an Outback Steakhouse around the corner that offers $2 domestic drafts. Feel free to load up on those and then stumble around the rest of the neighborhood hopping in and out of bars until you simply cant stand up. If youre into it, I hear BTs is one of the best in the city unless youre driving north to the Cheetah Club, but to be honest Ive never been to one and Im not interested in breaking my streak.
You can also sign up and take a Salsa Class, which usually devolves into a full-blown salsa party since the majority of the people that go are already salseros and salseras that just want to have a good time.
Another option for a great night with tons of options and even FREE PARKING is north on the Turnpike until you get to the Hard Rock in Ft. Lauderdale. Its the perfect mix of casino, clubs, bars, and restaurants that is bound to please the entire crowd. Everything is contained in one spot, so it might even be worth getting your lodging accommodations there instead of in Miami and just making the 30 minute ride back and forth.
Like I mentioned, a great option if you have a vehicle and dont mind a ride is staying at the Hard Rock in Ft. Lauderdale. The drive isnt that bad and the accommodations on site are certainly worth it since all you need is right there.
If youre not staying at the Doubletree but are still looking for something close, your options are Days Inn, Homestead Studio Suites, and Springhill Suites. I actually recommend Springhill Suites to anyone visiting Miami because its quiet and very accommodating for the price. The rooms are great, and I never have a problem with staff, noise, cleanliness, or anything else that would normally annoy. The parking lot has a tendency to fill up sometimes, but its generally not a big issue.
If you want to stay on the beach, let me just say I dont recommend it, but your best options for taking in the Miami experience are The Delano, Fontainebleau, The Clevelander (great night scene by the pool), and the Loews. More budget-friendly options are The Kent, The Chelsea, and The Chesterfield.
Your other option for lodging is creating an account on couchsurfing.org and finding someone that is willing to put you up for the weekend. If youve never done couch surfing before, it can be a little intimidating, but a female friend of mine actually did it for 3 months when she was traveling around Europe, South America, and the US. She said there was no problem at all and that its actually quite the experience. Couch surfers are people that offer their extra beds, couches, or floor space to travelers that dont want to pay for a hotel, and usually find people who do the same when they travel.
Eating in Miami
The options close to the venue are slim, but thats a blessing in disguise really. Its stupid to visit a great food city like Miami and spend the same $6 that you could use to get a limitlessly delicious Pan con Lechon and end up with a Big Mac and fries. Ive compiled a list of some of the best eats in the entire city, and I split it up by region so you can make decisions based on the location of your hotel and the location of your daytime and evening activities. Downtown/Beach quite simply means anything in the Brickell area or the Beaches, West means anything west of the venue, and Central means mostly US-1, Miami Airport, and the Gables-Sunset area.
Guide to Restaurants:
$- any ol chum can eat here, prices average less than $8 per person
$$- average prices are in the $10-15 range, and decent hygiene is preferred. Go to these places for a nice dinner at a relatively affordable price
$$$- average prices are $20 per person, appropriate dress is expected, couth is necessary
$$$$- you dont care what the prices are, and theyre not likely to be on the menu anyway (I dont think Ill be putting $$$$ places on the list)
* Food is acceptable, mostly worth the price
** Great value, great food
*** Top pick
Downtown and the Beaches:
$, *** Bambinas Pizza: 1405 Washington Avenue, if youre on the beach, take advantage of your opportunity to get what is possibly the best-tasting slices in Miami. This hole in the wall New York style pizzeria is the perfect place to share a pie with a friend or two.
$$, *** Maiko Sushi: 1255 Washington Avenue, Maiko is my favorite sushi place in a town thats already hit its critical mass of sushi establishments. I actually drive out to the beach just to have dinner here, and I would recommend it to anyone that enjoys a good roll every now and then. The prices are surprisingly affordable for the quality.
$$, ** Restaurants on Espanola Way, Miami Beach: down a little side-street on the beach laden with decorative lights and al fresco setups youll find a few nice quaint offerings that are sure to satisfy even the pickiest of pallets. Choose these places more for the al fresco and ambience than for anything else- it gives you the opportunity to experience dinner on the beachs sidewalks without the lofty prices of Ocean Drive.
$$$-$$$$, *** Azul: Inside the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500 Brickell Key Drive, if youre looking for a place to celebrate, this is undoubtedly one of the best restaurants in the city. Euro-Asian fusion is a style you dont find often, but which Azul has found a way to perfect. This is quite possibly the best choice for fine dining in the city next to The Capital Grille.
$$$$, *** Capital Grille: 444 Brickell Ave, Its simply known to be the best steakhouse in a town that is home to Mortons, Ruths Chris, and Barton G. If thats not saying enough, I guess the only thing left for you to do is prove everyone wrong. The reputation for this place is spotless, and its steak and seafood commands the $40 average per plate.
$$, ** Villa Italia Restaurant: 3058 SW 22nd Street, The pizza is pretty good (not as good as Bambinas), but I think the thing that they pride themselves on the most is that they make their own pasta in-house. Do yourself a favor and forego Olive Garden, Tony Romas, Macaroni Grill, etc. and get a piece of Miami from a local place that deserves the business.
$, * Versailles Cuban: 3555 SW 8th Street, You havent really been to Miami until youve consumed something from this legendary landmark. Quite honestly, I rate the food about as good as the next respectable Cuban place, but the beauty of Versailles lies in the people that go and the hours they keep. The place is literally open all the time- I wont say its 24 hours because Ive seen it closed (maybe just for cleaning, but knowing my luck youll try it and it wont be open). The best thing to do here is to go for Café con Leche and dessert- their cheesecakes are out of this world, shockingly cheap ($3-4), and pair exceptionally well with the Cuban coffee. The Key Lime Pie is also worth a try at $3. This restaurant has the best mojo (a Cuban lemon-garlic-onion mixture) in the entire city, and it tastes pretty good with their Pan con Lechon.
Central Miami:
Versailles and Villa Italia qualify in this segment of town as well in case youre curious.
Most of the options that Im going to list in this segment are further south near the Gables or Sunset, as there really arent a whole lot of places that I really need to mention. If youre eating around the airport, its probably more out of convenience than anything else, and if thats the case, find a bakery (they usually make cheap Cuban sandwiches) or Cuban café instead of Burger King.
$, * Bougainvilleas: 7221 SW 58th Avenue, I know I mentioned this in the bars and nightlife section, but the fact that Im bringing it back down here should tell you something. You would be remiss to pass up the opportunity to experience Bougies, and whether you eat somewhere nearby or at one of the other restaurants on the list, you should probably try to end up here for a few drinks. Its really the best place in Miami to catch a few suds or tip a few hard ones.
$, ** Villa Havana: 3398 Coral Way, This place runs like a machine- every waiter in the house is your waiter, theres a parking attendant, and the food is the same every single time. Its one of the better Cuban restaurants in the city because the fare is good across the board, particularly the Black Beans, Cuban Sandwiches, (if you dip in the beans) and the Palomilla. They also serve fresh made frozen lemonade that is certainly worth a try.
$$, *** Las Culebrinas: 4700 W Flagler Street, Zagat rated, this is easily the best Cuban food in the entire city, and they also offer traditional Spanish fare. The prices are a bit higher, but the restaurant is well worth the cost.
The food is magnificent, the ambience is great, and you truly feel like youre getting the entire experience by eating at this place. Please dont fall for the trap and go to the other restaurants with the same name, make sure you visit the one on Flagler Street.
$-$$, * Mykonos Greek Restaurant: 1201 Coral Way, It doesnt disappoint, and the prices are decent compared to what you get. If you like Greek food, this might be a good choice for you; but if you love Greek food, you might want to choose something else because it certainly wont make your top 10 list.
West of the Venue:
$-$$, *** Arabian Nights Doral: 10200 NW 25th Street, Arabian Nights is truly one of the best restaurants in the entire city- and it offers an experience like you would expect on Miami Beach without any of the headaches. Chef Tony is one of the most amiable guys youll meet (and you will meet him if you visit) and he brings you the best of the Mediterranean and a few Cuban dishes as well.
During the week his lunch menu is simply unbeatable- $8 for a complete meal that will leave you wondering if youve ever found a better use for the money. Arabian Nights also offers a full liquor bar, Hookahs and Shisha, and a live show (belly dancers come in on Friday and Saturday nights). Make your way over there and tell him I sent you- he will take extra special care of you.
$$, ** Royal Thai Restaurant: 10648 Fontainebleau Blvd, This place offers pretty standard Thai fare and does a pretty decent job with the preparation. The ambience is nothing to really write home about, but the food hits the spot pretty well and surprises most people that eat there. The people are very nice, and this place is definitely worth a visit if youre out that way.
$-$$, *** Canton Palace: 7980 SW 8th Street, This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in the city, and for more than one reason. Not only is the fried rice among the best Ive ever tasted (one off night, but I think it was a whack occurrence), they also offer a great sampling of traditional Cantonese dishes that people would be afraid to order in other places. Every time I go inside, the place is packed with Chinese folks, and there really arent that many Asians in Miami, so thats a pretty good indicator of quality if you ask me. The dishes are all family style, so go with a crew and share amongst each other. You can escape for less than $6 each or you can go all out and leave with leftovers for 3 weeks with just $10 each. If you go alone or with only one friend, you can expect to pay closer to $10-$15 per person.
$, * specialTEA Lounge: 10766 SW 24th Street, Special Tea is great for the Tea drinkers in the crowd, as they offer more than 40 different types of loose teas brewed on-demand. The sandwiches are also pretty good, so swing in and check it out if youre visiting FIU and youve got a few spare minutes.
$, ** Latin American Restaurant: 10700 SW 24th Street, Latin is the place to be after hours and before the action starts. Its open 24 hours and its the absolute best late night option in the city. Dont bother with Dennys or IHOP, just make your way over to Latin and order some real food for a fraction of the price. When breakfast time rolls around, you could also find yourself among the waking masses that come for the $4 breakfast special that includes coffee, fills you up, and tastes better than most $10 options. If youre there for anything other than breakfast, I recommend the Vaca Frita- its the best Ive ever had and its only $9. For those that dont know, Vaca Frita literally means fried cow, and thats basically what it is- tender stringy steak pan fried to a crispy exterior. The churrasco is also pretty good here.
$, ** Mi Pueblo: 10910 W Flagler Street, Mi Pueblo is another great breakfast spot, and the inside of the restaurant is so quaint youll wish it was breakfast time all day long. Its one of those hometown places, and English is mostly useless, but its definitely worth a visit. I recommend the Pericos, and you can get those with toast and coffee for just $3.
$, *** Fiesta Mexican: 10433 NW 41st Street, Closed on Sunday, but any other day this place is great. The food is about as cheap as Taco Bell and its equivalents, but you get so much more and the flavor is great. The mild salsa is very good, probably some of the best tasting salsa Ive had anywhere, and the Beef Fajitas are out of this world for their staggering $5 price tag. If you have a chance, take the short ride to Fiesta and have a cheap party in your mouth.
Cultural Considerations, Where to Play, and a Few Final Suggestions
For those of you that are in fact reading this because you plan on playing Magic on Saturday and/or Sunday, there are a couple of options for you if youre looking for a place to play on Friday night. One option is really king though, unless you plan on making a minimum 45 minute drive to play elsewhere. If you want to join me Friday night, Sunshine Adventure Gaming will be hosting multiple events, details are below.
Sunshine Adventure Gaming: 7931 Bird Road #30, 305.264.1250
Friday Night Magic is typically draft format, but this coming Friday only, I will (simultaneously) be hosting a special Standard Constructed and Rochester Draft combination event that carries a $15 entry fee. Information can be found here: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#!/event.php?eid=127499230655766
Please RSVP yourself to the event if you plan to attend. The event will be 3 rounds of Standard Constructed followed by 3 rounds of Draft with a cut to top 8.
Do not let me catch any of you drinking Starbucks coffee while youre in town. Spend only $1 or less and get the best coffee youll ever drink at any of the 50 billion Cuban cafes, bakeries, or restaurants. Its called café con leche if you want a latte, cortadito if you just want to wake up. If you want enough for everyone and you want to feel like you belong in the city, ask for a colada- its basically an espresso that comes with little cups so you can share it. Youll see groups of old Cubans hanging around drinking out of what looks like little coffee creamer cups- theyre sharing coladas.
Aqui hablamos Espanol- youre just going to have to deal with the fact that sometimes you wont be able to speak English. Embracing it is the best way to deal with it, and most of the time the people understand a little bit- at least your food order. Por favor (please) and gracias (thanks) will get you by most of the time even if you cant speak a word of Spanish. The thing that will shut them down is if you start to tell them that they should know English because the truth is thats just not the way it is in Miami.
Consider getting a Local 10 discount card- I wont plug it here completely because its a bit of a conflict of interest and an abuse of my writing privileges, but you can visit Local10Card.com for more details.
Miami is called the Magic City, and thats for more than one reason. The city is very young, and in its short history (roughly 100 years) its grown to a burgeoning metropolis that rivals some of the countrys best. The attitude here is different, mostly because the population is predominantly Hispanic (emphasis on Cuban) and the culture is simply amazing if you learn to embrace it. Apart from the blast of growth and unique population, the diversity of its offerings in terms of tourist attractions puts it in a league of its own. Finally, rule #7 is what really makes Miami the Magic City, and that is no matter what, no matter how frustrating it can be, and no matter how much you hate it, you can never leave for life. Make amends with the fact that once you visit Miami, you will be back. Enjoy this trip and make something about this city yours just like everyone else has. Rule #7b is what happens in Miami keeps you in Miami, so if you are coming for the first time, be prepared for the outside chance that you might never leave or that you might soon return to stay.
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Accounting principles and practices are presented as they apply to not-for-profit organizations. The course objective is to provide a working knowledge of basic accounting concepts, standard accounting reports, generation and use of accounting information, and other subjects with particular relevance to the not-for-profit sector.
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This course focuses on the development, composition, roles and responsibilities of NFP Boards. The partnership between the organizational executive and board in identifying and addressing management and development challenges is explored through case studies and class discussion. Students will discuss problems in board management and formulate action plans to resolve those problems.
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The focus of this course is on developing students' capacity to analyze and design operating processes by using information technologies to analyze data. Projects are designed to teach students how to interpret and weigh data, as well as how to use mathematical/computer models as tools for effective decision making and refinement of functional and strategic processes.
This course is concerned with the application of microeconomic principles to the managerial decision-making process with extensive applications to the not-for-profit sector. The course will analyze the demand for services; the cost to the agency of providing those the external markets within which those services are provided services; and the internal organizational architecture of the agency providing the services. Some key concepts to be discussed under these major topic headings are demand elasticity, incremental cost, the competitive assumption of perfect information, price discrimination, barriers to entry and assignment of decision rights.
This course examines a range of ethical issues and value dilemmas facing the not-for-profit manager and the not-for-profit organization. Emphasis is given to the formulation and implementation of organizational social policy, the development of sensitivity to moral and economic values within situations, and the ability to examine complex ethical situations and reach decisions for action. The role of the not-for-profit manager as both a professional and ethical leader is explored through case studies which examine ethical issues in contemporary nonprofit organizations.
This is the capstone experience for students in the Master of Nonprofit Administration program. It is assumed that students have a fundamental knowledge of the nonprofit sector including nonprofit theory and principles. The course will focus on the development of an agreed upon project that supports the sector and that develops a new skill set for the student based on classroom activity and nonprofit research. It is designed to enhance leadership development and nonprofit practice. The class is nontraditional in the sense that students direct and have control over learning and structure.
This course will benefit those in management in not-for-profit financial issues. Topics covered include accountability and stewardship, the finance function in a mission driven organization, fiscal operations and functions, external constituencies, reporting and compliance, operating budgets, program planning, strategic management, and internal financial reporting.
Proceeding from a discussion of various theories of managing people in organizations, this course enhances management skills and the understanding of how different strategies are most effectively employed in not-for-profit organizations. Management of both professional staff and volunteers are emphasized, as are the skills needed to work effectively with trustees and boards.
The course provides the basic concepts of the laws and regulations governing not-for-profit organizations. Specific topics include an introduction to the origins of law, legal reasoning, the judicial process, torts, contracts, and employment law. Ethical considerations for NFP organizations when making law related decisions are addressed throughout the course.
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Talking The Saboteur With Tom French
The thing you always remember about Tom French is The Hair. Also: The Beard. And also: The Piercings.
But Tom is more substance than style. See: The Resume. His most recent employer is the just-shuttered Pandemic Studios (see the studio's "Office Space" tribute here), but he has also logged time at Interplay, Black Isle and Obsidian. He has had a hand in some landmark titles, including the first two Fallout games, the Icewind Dale series and, more recently, the Mercenaries series.
Which brings us to The Saboteur (in stores next week; I'm handling the review). French was the lead designer on The Saboteur, the last of Pandemic's titles -- R.I.P. -- and the last of 2009's AAA releases. Some journalists have speculated that EA isn't exactly feeling bullish about the game. Note the tardy release date. Note also the fact that EA sent out early builds of the game that were unplayable thanks to an XDK debug update that hadn't been released yet. Translation: I had a build of the game a few weeks ago, but without the debug update, the game was unplayable.
Some of my more paranoid colleagues suspected this was a bit of, er, sabotage on EA's part. One journo confided: "The last thing the world needs is a bad Pandemic game."
I talked to Tom from his home where he was enjoying a much-deserved holiday break.
Tom French
Crispy Gamer: Question: Is Tom French your real name?
Tom French: [Laughs] It is.
Crispy Gamer: Because it sounds a little like a porno name. "AND STARRING ... TOM FRENCH."
French: [Laughs] It does a little.
Crispy Gamer: So the hair, the beard, the jewelry. Is this something you do for the media, or is that really you?
French: It's really me. I feel kind of naked without my jewelry at this point. I usually wear more jewelry than most women.
Crispy Gamer: This your first time being lead on a project?
French: Yes. In the early days of the industry, the only thing you could be was a programmer. That was your only option. But over the years, as I worked on more games, I have had people say, "You shouldn't be a programmer. You're more creative than that." So I began moving away from my programmer role...
Crispy Gamer: Talk about the transition from the technical side to the creative side.
French: When I first got into the industry I was a scripter, which is a junior, junior programmer. It's like being the cartilage between the design of a game and the engine. No matter what my role was, I was always asking, "Would it be cool if we did this? How about this?" I wanted to make cool stuff happen constantly. I also was fortunate enough to work with a lot of great people over the years, like Chris Avellone at Obsidian. I learned a lot from him.
Crispy Gamer: Your resume dates back to the '90s, which means you've been in this business for the real-world equivalent of several million years now. What's the secret to longevity?
French: Anyone outside the industry thinks all we do is play videogames all day long. They don't realize how stressful this job is. During the Fallout games, I was easily working 120-hour work weeks. On The Saboteur there were a couple days where I just worked around the clock. It weeds people out. It's exhausting. If you're not strong, if you don't really love it, you're not going to be around for long.
I think it also helps that I'm obsessive about things. When I was a kid I had a TRS-80 computer, and I was constantly doing these game-design sketches. Man, I wish I still had those. I also have 6,000 music CDs. I obsess. So, of course, I obsess about the games I work on.
Crispy Gamer: Did the dev team do anything silly, like plant a guy with a long beard and pointy hair in The Saboteur somewhere?
French: [Laughs] No, no, nothing like that.
Crispy Gamer: Talk about the game's main character, race-car-driver-turned-Nazi-ass-kicker, Sean Devlin.
French: There's no denying the fact that he was inspired by Indiana Jones. Bruce Willis from the Die Hard movies was also a key reference point. We wanted a character who was funny, but also good in a tough situation. Sean is classically cool. We also watched all the Steve McQueen movies. "The Great Escape" is fantastic, if you haven't seen it.
Crispy Gamer: The setting for the game is a fully-realized Nazi-occupied Paris, and the story is lifted from history books, but the game has a comic book undercurrent to it as well. Example: The well-endowed S.S. officers wearing skintight leather outfits.
French: We definitely borrowed elements from the comic-book world, especially all the hard-boiled, film noir stuff that Frank Miller did, like "Sin City." [The game world] is still a seemingly realistic world, but we've simply turned it up to 11.
Crispy Gamer: Strippers and their pasties [the game gives you the option to turn the pasties on or off, FYI] figure prominently in the game. Devlin's hideout, in fact, is inside a Parisian strip club. So, did the dev team actually go to La Cage aux Folles?
French: When the team was building art assets, we did make a trip to Paris. We did a lot of research. We took 2,500 photos. Those photos would be considered the worst vacation photos of all time. We took pictures of drain pipes and rooftops and sewer grates. [Laughs] All of those things, those little details, work together to make up Paris in the game, and capture the core spirit of the city.
Crispy Gamer: Going to Paris to take pictures of drain pipes? Poor you.
French: [Laughs] It's a tough job, but somebody has to do it.
Crispy Gamer: The game's liberal use of nudity is something that's still relatively taboo for the medium. Tell me about the decision to make nudity and table dances and so on such a prominent part of the gameplay.
French: We didn't want to make your grandfather's World War II game. We wanted to make something different, something that fit. Paris has that sexuality to it. It has that amazing Red Light district. We knew from the start that we wanted that kind of hardboiled sexuality to be part of the game.
We also decided that we wanted to handle the nudity with a bit of class. So, no, you won't find any interactive sex mini-games or anything like that. The goal was to make something mature, something adult, but not to make it sleazy.
Crispy Gamer: The game is shipping during a strange time. This is really the last of the AAA titles for the year. Are you concerned that The Saboteur will get lost in the holiday madness?
French: You know, I think it's an interesting time [to be shipping a game]. In the past, the idea was that you always had to hit Thanksgiving. But this year, everyone had to get away from Modern Warfare 2. The thought of going up against that game is just plain scary. Our next option was the January to March window. But with all the titles coming out in that time frame, we realized that we would get probably get buried there, too.
So we're somewhere between the two. Is this an experiment, to see how a game might do shipping during this time? I don't know. All I know is that we've made something very cool, and I hope that gamers are curious about it.
Crispy Gamer: With the deluge of games that gamers are confronted with, plenty of great games wind up as bargain-bin fodder, even though they deserved better. Is that something that concerns you and your team?
French: Every time you release a game, it's scary. You pour yourself into it; you sell yourself into it; you want to get it into people's hands. Particularly now, when games require so much time and effort to make. But, yes, we also realize that heartbreak is a real possibility.
Crispy Gamer: What did you guys do during stressful periods and/or to feed the muse?
French: We had a Rock Band setup. So, if we were working late at night, and we just wanted to check your brain out, we could go play Rock Band.
But beyond that, reaching milestones, seeing the game come together; that really inspires me. In the early stages of making a game, you have all of these systems and gameplay mechanics that don't work together. But when they do, when they start to go hand-in-hand, when the game starts to become the game, that's motivating. That feeds the muse.
I could always demo the game and make it look good, but a real breakthrough for us was Comic Con this year. We let consumers try out the game. I stood nearby and watched them, and took notes. Seeing people playing the game, and enjoying the game? That's incredibly exciting to me.
Crispy Gamer: Developers lately seem to be becoming low-level celebrities. You OK with that?
French: You know, I think it's good for games. Gives people someone to identify with, something other than the game. I think it inspires people. I think letting consumers meet people who want to make games, seeing them putting their hearts on their sleeves, that's great. It's something [the industry] could learn from movies and music. Videogames need celebrity.
Crispy Gamer: The Saboteur is done. It's up to gamers to decide its fate now.
French: Yes.
Crispy Gamer: Taking a much-deserved break?
French: I am.
Crispy Gamer: Doing some gaming?
French: I have been. This is a chance for me to catch up. I've been doing so much press lately. I remember in August, I came back to the office, and everyone was going on about the Batman game. God, I thought. I don't even have time to play it. That sucks sometimes. Lately, I've been playing Modern Warfare 2, Brütal Legend and Borderlands. I've also been playing New Super Mario Bros. Wii with my boys. This is my chance to look around, to catch up, to see what [other developers] are doing.
Crispy Gamer: Might these be the seeds for a future project?
French: It actually does inspire me. Look at Borderlands. It's a really straightforward game. But I really like what they did. Having worked on Fallout, I know that everything behind the scenes is really just stats and numbers. My question was always, "Why isn't more action-y?" And Borderlands does exactly that.
There's so much great stuff headed our way. We've got Natal in the pipeline. We've got smaller teams now working with shorter development cycles and making these terrific XBLA games. It's hard not to be inspired and feel creative right now.
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There are a number of good day-trips to be made from Valencia, including a visit to the monastery at El Puig or a meal at some of the region's very best paella restaurants at El Palmar, El Perelló or El Perellonet.
La Albufera, just 12km south from Valencia, is a vast lagoon separated from the sea by a sandbank and surrounded by rice fields. Being one of the largest bodies of fresh water in Spain, it constitutes an important wetland, and attracts tens of thousands of migratory birds – a throng composed of 250 species, of which ninety breed here regularly. In the Middle Ages, it was ten times its present size but the surrounding paddies have gradually reduced it. After growing contamination by industrial waste, domestic sewage and insecticide, the area was turned into a natural park. Whether you're into birdwatching or not, the lagoon area makes a relaxing change from the city.
It's possible to "hop on, hop off" the Valencia Bus Turístic and tuck into a lunch of paella, or eels with all i pebre (piquant sauce), in the lakeside village of El Palmar, which is packed with restaurants. On August 4, El Palmar celebrates its fiesta; the image of Christ on the Cross is taken out onto the lake in a procession of boats to the illuent, or centre, of the lake, where hymns are sung. Another 2km farther along the road to El Perelló is the tiny village of El Perellonet, where you can also sample some of the best paella in Spain.Read More
All pulped out: La Tomatina
All pulped out: La Tomatina
La Tomatina – the tomato-throwing festival of Buñol – is about as wild and excessive as Spanish fiestas get. Picture this: 30,000 people descend on a small provincial town, at the same time as a fleet of municipal trucks, carrying 120,000 tonnes of tomatoes. Tension builds. "To-ma-te, to-ma-te" yell the crowds. And then the truckers let them have it, hurling the ripe, pulpy fruit at everyone present. And everyone goes crazy, hurling the pulp back at the trucks, at each other, in the air … for an hour. It's a fantasy battle made flesh: exhausting, not pretty and not to everyone's taste. But it is Buñol's contribution to fiesta culture, and most participants will tell you that it is just about as much fun as it is possible to have with your clothes on. Not that you should wear a great deal.
La Tomatina has been going since 1944 but has got a lot bigger in recent years, following a string of articles in the press in Spain and abroad. The novelist Louis de Bernières was one of the first foreign writers to cover the event: he wrote a superb account that is reprinted in Spain: Travelers' Tales, and concluded that, if he planned his life well and kept his health, he could attend another nineteen Tomatinas, before he would be too enfeebled for the occasion.
If the idea appeals, then you'll need to visit Buñol on the last Wednesday of August (but call the Valencia tourist office just to check, as some years it takes place a week early). You can get there from the city by train or bus in around an hour, but try to arrive early, with a spare set of clothing that you should leave at a bar. The tomato trucks appear on the central Plaza del Ayuntamiento at around noon, and then the battle commences: this is no spectator sport – everyone is considered fair game. At 1pm, an explosion signals the end of the battle and nobody hurls another speck of tomato for the next twelve months. Instead, the local fire brigade arrives to hose down the combatants, buildings and streets, and a lull comes over the town. And then, miraculously, within the hour, everyone arrives back on the street, perfectly turned out, to enjoy the rest of the fiesta, which, oddly enough, includes such refined pursuits as orchestral concerts in the town's open-air auditorium. For more information, check out the festival website wtomatina.es, or try the town's own website wbunyol.es.


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Here are the Cobb County public schools, ranked by victories over the past 10 seasons (2003-12). They do not include more recently opened Allatoona and Hillgrove:
87 – Walton
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62 – Lassiter
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39 – Campbell
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Wwhy not show Kell and Hillgrove they have more wins since they opened than Osborne ?
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No surprises here, the last 10 years of Walton football have been probably the best 10 years. Ed Dudley started it, and Rocky's continuing the success.
It doesn't hurt when you have players like Aaron Kelly, Craig Camay, Adam Shreiner, Justin Forté, current Stanford All-American DE/LB Chase Thomas, and Tyren Jones come through the program.
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Since the beginning of 2008, when Lassiter went to the spread, Lassiter has more wins than any other Cobb County team, with 42 wins thru last weekend. Walton has 40 wins in that period and McEachern has 39. Lassiter also has more playoff wins (6) during that period, and is going to have had two of the four greatest passing careers in the history of the state of Georgia (would be top two except Mason only started for two years).


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Rated 3 out of 5 by Richp2414 Hotel needs improvements Basic things like better signage fo rrecption check-in. The facility is located in an odd location so signage woul dhave been very helpful, I felt like (you cant get there from here) when we first arrived. Shower head is very weak, need a better vendor fo rthose, very important. Otherwise the hotel was average. Bed and pillows were great, also very important. And this survey, telling me i cant use my "nickname selected, whats that all about ??? July 12, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by Phoenix4 So so experience We stayed here for 4 nights in a normal 2 king bed room. 2 adults, 2 kids. Hotel grounds are gorgeous, rooms are ho-hum. Ours felt cramped, mostly due to desk/chair placement relative to one of the beds. Bathrooms are TINY. No more than 1 person can fit and you have to move around the toilet to be able to close the door. Not a great setup for a family stay. Staff was friendly, but housekeeping service was poor. We were registered as 4 guests, but only had 3 sets of towels. Also, the room didn't have any extra blankets. I called our first day and asked for extra towels and 2 blankets, which were promptly delivered. Surprisingly, the next day the housekeeper left us with only 3 sets of towels (again) and both blankets were removed. Also, no bath mat was left. So I ordered extra towels and blankets again and hid them so they wouldn't disappear for our last 2 days. Even if they overlooked the extra towels, I can't figure out why they took the blankets away after our first night. Maybe to stimulate tips for the delivery person? Anyway, the hotels location in La Jolla is convenient, with easy access to shopping, dining, UCSD, beaches, freeway, etc. We didn't eat onsite, so can't comment about the food. Overall, I'd stay here again if it was just me and my wife and the rate was good, but it wasn't a great setup for the family. Maybe different in their larger rooms. Overall, didn't quite live up to our normal Starwood experiences. June 1, 2012
Rated 1 out of 5 by HT2013 Like a motel with bad service This is a 2-night stay. My friend booked two rooms, one is under my name. I provided my SPG# when checked in, and they told me they got it, but it never showed up in my account. On my 2nd day, I cannot get in the room with the key card, and have to go to the front desk to make it working. I forgot my iphone charger in the room, so I called the hotel, left a message in lost&found dept, and was told they will contact my within 24 hours. They never did. The parking is $10 per day. My friend checked credit card bill, and found that they charged $10 and another $20 for the 2-day stay. And it is a old hotel, just like a cheap motel. January 8, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Michael45 One of the best!!! We have stayed in many Starwood hotels including many sheratons over the years. The staff at this hotel make it the best hotel. We stayed in the executive section....our room was excellent from the bathroom right to that lovely Sheraton sleeper bed. The location is fantastic and the stores in walking distance is an extra perk! The layout is like a resort you might find in Hawaii(and yes I have been there too!) We went to Disney after and even my 4year old said she liked this hotel better! Even the resturant on site is delicious! I don't think I have ever found a better combination of profession, relaxing, tranquility, quality and luxury all at one hotel! October 13, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by Alphaplus11 Nothing fancy, expect normal stay I spent one night at this hotel. I turned gold before my arrival and the hotel did not give me any recognition.... The room is decent...slightly "older" style but it is manageable. The hallway has a college dorm smell. The air is not central, but it did not affect my experience. Their restaurant is actually really decent, I recommend a try if you are in the area for a quick stay in la jolla....which is about a 5 min drive to la jolla cave and 5 min walk to local movie theatre and mall (get coffee in the mornings etc) Decent gym experience. Got a nice follow up phone call welcoming me to hotel...nice gesture. April 20, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Minnie123 From Welcome to Farewell - Excellent The staff gave us exceptional service, even before we arrived. We had need for an early check-in, called a few hours before arrival and the accommodations were ready and waiting. Paul at the front desk, recognized that I called and greeted me by name, we had time for a quick lunch in the bar area upon Paul's recommendation, William, the bellman who secured a cab for us was most helpful, and even remembered the room we were in from the evening before and most importantly addressed us by name. If we have a need to be in the area again, we would definitely stay at this Sheraton. We have stayed at many, but this one is THE BEST. Including Hawaii and New York City. October 20, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by LindaC DIY Check-in While the $40 pet fee and the extra $10/a day parking fee (because "we're a resort-style property") were pretty annoying. The do-it-yourself check-in (which couldn't be accomplished w/o the assistance of hotel staff and their access code) on the hotel computer in the hotel lobby was easily the most memorable aspect. Between the noisy a/c, the noisy refrigerator and the noisy freeway, sleeping was difficult on my first night. The staff graciously agreed to give me a "complimentary upgrade" to a "deluxe" room on my second night - which, other than the location on the first floor and further from the freeway, turned out to be EXACTLY the same as my previous room. July 6, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by cam58 unprofessional staff front desk staff were unprofessional. After waiting for 15 min for a taxi, I returned to the front desk to check-in only to find that no one had called a taxi for us. Our party used alternative means to find transportation given our tight schedule, which resulted in misunderstanding and visible frustration with the staff. In the end, the experience at checkout was unpleasant, tense, and frankly uncomfortable. Sorry to report this news, but all other Sheraton's I have used have been very different experiences. June 25, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by Mochi11 A/C needs fixing A/C was loud and vibrated throughout the night. Also, there were 3 people staying but we only got one free bottle of water with the SPG. It is usual to get 3 free water bottles. Especially, when I paid extra money for the third person to be there. July 13, 2014
Rated 3 out of 5 by desporate Desperate times The first thing the hotel did was hit my Debit card for all 6 nights plus parking and 20% for incidentals. That was almost $500.00 more than the actual bill. So now I was put in a position to watch every penny to enjoy my stay. Felt nickel and dimed. You can have internet but if you want any speed you have to pay #@. The best part of the stay was the friendly staff. Especially Anni Ma. July 7, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by CHRISTIS Motel with the Sheraton name The location is great! The hotel room was not. The bathroom is TINY and we didn't have hot water the first day and a half of our stay! There were hairs on our bed sheets and the halls were so noisy all night with doors slamming that our kids were up all night. The pool area looked great but the hot tub was so dirty & cloudy we couldn't see an inch into the water. The staff was great in trying to fix the hot water issue and the front desk was very nice & helpful. Parking was great for $10 per night but we had to go through 2 separate buildings in order to use an elevator so it was very inconvenient with 2 small children. December 29, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by saikat Older hotel,but still nice I stayed at a club room as a Platinum member. The room was bigger than I expected with a sink, fridge, and microwave in the living area. The lounge was moderate size but well kept. Only bad thing I encountered was that I would find a lot of small mosquito like bugs in the room. Since the property is older, some of the rooms exit directly to the outside instead of a central indoor hallway. Therefore, when housekeeping comes to your room, it's likely they keep the door open allowing bugs to get in. One night I saw four flying bugs and one crawler. I would probably stay here again, but I would request a room that is inside the main building instead of one of the outer rooms. June 12, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Lotech A fine place The staff was helpful and pleasant at all times. The facilities and grounds are beautifully maintained, and the food service (catered for a group gathering) was excellent, as was the food itself. I found the air conditioning noisy, which took some adjusting to on my part when trying to sleep. Unfortunately, without AC the room easily became stuffy, since the windows open only a little bit (probably for safety reasons). Other than that the room was just fine. June 22, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Sandys Great hotel in a great location I loved this hotel. The staff was great and the grounds are gorgeous. My only issue was the the door to the room wasn't well sealed and you could hear outside noises. I would suggest being sure that the entrance doors to the room are better sealed. Having said that I love my stay and will stay again!!! July 2, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by RufusInHI Sheraton La Jolla is no jewel. Upon arrival I was not greeted by the Bellman, didn't even asked if I need any assistance. Don't expected to be acknowledged or recognized for your SPG status. As a Platinum guest I was told that I was upgraded to a nice King bed room, only after a long trek to the room, that I learned that I was put in a very out dated room with two queen beds. After complaining, the hotel was surprisingly able to find an executive room in the executive wing with a King bed. The Club Room was mediocre, very minimal and average food fare. It's been a while that a Sheraton property has let me down. You would not expect such mediocre service and amenities from a hotel property in La Jolla. The Sheraton La Jolla is no jewel. April 17, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by Crp123 Great hotel with a great staff We booked using points and upgraded to one of the executive rooms. The room was very spacious, had great light, overlooked a koi pond and garden that hosted a wedding the night we stayed there. It was absolutely perfect for a bit of R&R. Staff and management were very courteous and checked on us to make sure all was well. The layout is a little funky and the exterior could use a bit of updating. Also, the gym had good equipment but was a little small. Nonetheless, I'd strongly recommend this Sheraton to anyone making a visit to La Jolla. May 23, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by VegasBuckeye Staff is GREAT..! Was only here one night and left early the next morning for a meeting. Friendly front desk agent upgraded my room. Only bad thing about the room (901) is that it's right next to the elevator and I could hear it going up and down all night - that was the only thing that kept my stay from perfect. Grounds look great, staff was very friendly. William at the front door was "Johnny on the spot" for any questions & directions, you need something – this is the guy to see. Plenty of options at this property, "Gym, pool, exe lounge, breakfast" but had to rise early & missed it. I'll stay here again.! September 30, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Paul67 Fantastic! Truly a wonderful hotel. Spacious rooms with all the amenties. Lounge and fitness center were nice and clean. Grounds were immaculate and pool was well maintained. Hotel bar was a quick walk from room and had a friendly atmosphere (look for bartender Scott!). Only negative was lounge in morning is a little crowded with only 3 tables available. My favorite place to stay in La Jolla! October 22, 2011
Rated 3 out of 5 by UCSDparents Facility not well kept We were in a hurry getting ready for a special dinner and after getting in the shower, i realized there were no shampoo/conditioner (nor bath soap/lotion). The front desk apologized and would sent someone over with the items. However, after waited for awhile and we were really getting late for our dinner reservations (Father's Day dinner), i washed my hair with soap, and with no conditioner. I have long thick hair. Just image what it was like having tangled wet hair going to a 5 star restaurant. The facility did not appear to be well kept (this is a Sheraton). None of the electronic card readers worked well. it required 4 to 5 times inserting the cards before it accepted. We had problems with 2 parking gates, the few building entrances, and of course our room door. First impression makes a big difference. We will not be coming back to this Sheraton, even though we have plans to visit our college kids in the next several years. June 22, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5 by G0Troom Bathroom is TINY!! As a Starwood Hotel, this fails to compare. The only bright spot was the bed. It was so fluffy and comfortable that I felt well rested each night. Now the bad, and the reason I will never go back. The bathroom. It appears that the hotel was another hotel previous to it being a Sheraton. I say this because the bathroom looks like they fixed it up by putting tiles on top of a all-in-one shell that overlays the tub and walls. Also, and probably the worst, there is a notch cut out on the side of the door so that the door can fully open pass the toilet. it's that small. April 14, 2014
Rated 2 out of 5 by JASDG Great location! We recently stayed at the La Jolla Sheraton for three nights. The grounds were very nice. The staff was great and quick to respond. The room was adequate, however, the airconditioner was very noisy every time it would kick on, therefore, making it difficult to get good restful sleep. Also I don't know if the pool area had hours posted but one morning children were screaming at the pool area at 7:30 a.m. and again that same evening after 9:30 p.m. We were on vacation and had full days so wanted to be able to rest in the morning and evening. Didn't happen came back home sleep deprived. August 18, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Liz100 A great experience as always The grounds were well maintained and the scent of jasmine blooming under the palm trees made a lovely entrance even better. The staff was gracious and responsive and the upgraded room quite comfortable. The only reason the room comfort was rated good instead of excellent was the cramped (even for one person), but well supplied bathroom. Room service was fast and delicious. June 18, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by Jewel58 This hotel was everything I expected! First time staying at this hotel. Very impressed with the atmosphere, room, lush tropical grounds. Fantastic pool and spa! Close to major roads, shopping, beach. Walking distance to Rock Bottom Restaurant, CVS, Whole Foods. Friendly staff. Overall wonderful experience. Will book here again! August 29, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5 by familyvisit2014 June Visit Hotel was clean; maid service was great. Food service slow and it really was not busy. Not sure if our waiter was just new and training to be fair. Further from the beach then I thought when I booked. It is a 4-5 mile drive to La Jolla beaches. June 23, 2014
Rated 5 out of 5 by My2014 Great hotel The stay was great! The room had a good view and facilities are great. The staff were very nice and helpful. I definitely recommend Sheraton at La Jolla to my friends. Oh, One thing...we had a trouble opening the parking gate. We had to try inserting the card to open the gate. We hope this problem will be fixed soon. June 18, 2014
Rated 4 out of 5 by steph an excellent choice of hotel stay in San Diego Hotel is very clean with comfortable beds and located close to convenient stores, Peet's coffee/tea, several restaurants and ATMs within walking distance. It has a very soothing and refreshing garden. Very impressive! However, kind of disappointed that the room I stayed at (Executive room) doesn't have a in-room safe (thought it's pretty common nowadays, all other rooms I stayed with Sheraton had that) and it was facing the freeway/parking lot at the back instead of the nice garden/pool view. Overall, it was a good stay and will definitely recommend this hotel to others. March 26, 2013


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Farmington Hills, Mich. (May 25, 2012)---Amy Osterman, RN, a surgical nurse at Botsford Hospital in Farmington Hills, has been selected as a recipient of a Botsford Hospital 2012 Safety Excellence Award. The award recognizes employees' contributions to the hospital's safety initiatives. Safety is a pillar on which Botsford has built its clinical care.
Osterman, a resident of Chesterfield, was recognized for improving safety for pediatric patients. While working in the Postoperative Recovery Unit, she observed that there were no specific admission and discharge processes to pair young pediatric patients with their parents or legal guardians. A child received an armband upon admission; however, the parent did not. Osterman developed an admission process that gives matching ID bands to both a pediatric patient and his or her parent or legal guardian. At discharge, the nurse compares the two armbands and releases the child to the proper adult.
She not only identified the potential risk of not having a clear process, but also took the initiative to develop the process. Osterman collaborated with coworkers and management to create and implement this solution.
Botsford Hospital is a multi-specialty 330 bed hospital and verified trauma center located in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The campus also houses an imaging center and a comprehensive care cancer center. Botsford Hospital is also home to an extensive medical education program and is part of Michigan State University's statewide campus system. Botsford Hospital each year cares for approximately 16,000 inpatients and more than 60,000 emergency and trauma patients with a team of 2,500 employees, 300 volunteers and more than 600 physicians. A not-for-profit hospital, Botsford provided almost $10.5 million in community benefit during its 2011 fiscal year.
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We've come across obsolete phone booths turned into community book-swapping spots, bars, art venues, EV charging stations, and now, in New York City, free Wi-fi hotspots — excellent!
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