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Discussion in 'Dis Meets' started by princessmorgan, Nov 4, 2011.
Yes, Horray for Ashley from Virginia!
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Are you going on a Disney cruise or another cruiseline? Just curious if you were sailing out of Baltimore.
Sadly not a Disney cruise this time. We did want to sail out of Baltimore so be we didn't have to worry about flying to a port. We're using Royal Caribbean. First cruise ever, so I'm definitely both nervous and excited!
Tell me how you like it! We've wanted to try cruising out of Baltimore, but I was always a little nervous for all the days at sea, because I get a little seasick. I hope you have a great time
Nancy and I decided to meet after the finalists were announced. It was awesome to chat about Disney while having a latte Of course we saved the world, created world peace, planned up coming Disney vacations, and gave serious thought and game plan to Disney Panel Mom 2013
How fun!!
Hi friends! I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! Our Dismeet date is fast approaching, so does that still work for everyone or do we need to change it? Can't wait to meet everyone!
I am still up meeting; however, most of my weekend are now full till the end of year
Would a Jan2012 meet-up work? Indoors? Someone already mentioned Tysons Corner Mall Disney Store. I think Starbucks might be next to the Disney Store at Tysons. For those who bring their children to the meetup maybe we could still meet at Tysons but at the upper level play area. It has plenty of bench seating around the play area for us the chat. However, I am open to any suggestions
I'm up for anything. I'd do a December and January meet Where is everyone?
Actually my weekends are filling up now too -- looks like our originally planned Dec 10 date is no longer going to work due to a recently scheduled Girl Scout event. Bummer!
But I'm definitely interested in a January meeting. And possibly February.... or March...
On a separate note, so many of my coworkers are headed to Disney in December for holiday trips. I am torn between jealousy (wish it were me going!) and happiness (glad they remember to ask me for planning tips!)
Hello! I just got back this weekend from our cruise (which was fantastic) and have been trying to get caught up on everything!
I still have the 10th open, BUT my family is notorious for planning last minute holiday stuff. Since it sounds like people have a lot going on in December, I'd be okay with pushing this back to January - especially because if we still meet at the Disney Store, we could possibly get some good post-Christmas discounts on holiday items =)
I'm all right with pushing it back to January. How about we meet at Tysons Corner and maybe do lunch and some shopping afterwards? They have fabulous stores including the Disney Store of course!
I'm getting jealous of Disney Christmas trips, too. Hmm, maybe I'll have to plan a quick vacay I knew I should have jumped on those $58 fares from Dulles a few weeks ago!
Theresa-How was your cruise? How did you like Royal Carribbean? Was it too long/short, etc?
Sorry, my hard drive crashed and I'm borrowing an old, SLOW computer -- agony
I was going to say, let's wait until after teh holidays...Decmember is so full.
I like teh idea of doing Tysons Mall (esp after Christmas rush)...I may have my kids too, so doig the food court/play area or Disney store is high on my list.
On another note -- I just booked my first Disney Cruise on the 3-night Dream to Bahamas for Jan 2013!!! Very excited to take the cruise ... and of course to build up my resume for the Mom's Panel! I'm just joking about that but figure that's a nice addition. we decided to do a mix of points and cash, so I will be able to say in 2014 Mom's Panel that I used my points outside of DVC.
I'm still curiuos to see if the 2 DVC specialists did anything besides DVC main resorts.
I'm also positive that cruises are in our future. I can't see how we wouldn't enjoy them!
As for Jan dates, earlier is better for me since we leave for WDW on Jan 19th
But if that's the only date you all can make, then no prob...I'll catch up with you on the other meets.
One ? -- is this meet only for the MP wannabees? Or for any of the NoVa/MD/DC area Dissers? I know a few others in this area that may be interested...not positive but didn't want to invite them if we wanted to keep this (first) meet smaller.
I think it would be awesome to have a regular (like every 4-6 months) Dis meet in this area! None of my friends are as into Disney as we Dissers are, so it'll be great to be around true Disneyphiles!
Honestly it was close to perfect. Didn't feel too long at all - I was really glad to have some extra time at sea at the beginning of the trip (it took 2.5 days to get to Puerto Rico) because the first day I spent lying down for the most part because I felt so bad - partially seasickness, partially being drowsy from the Dramamine, haha. I think the cruise was so great because of the people we were seated with at our table - one other couple around our age. There was room for 4 others at our table, but none of them showed up. We'll definitely do another cruise. Maybe we'll start alternating cruises with our Disney trips, haha.
ETA - Marshay, we must have been posting at the same time, so adding this on - I'm fine with inviting other local DIS-ers. Obviously I will probably be a little more excited about meeting you guys since we've been chatting the past couple months, but I have no problem meeting other Disney fans! And depending on the date we choose, maybe I will be able to convince Ashley to come so she can really give us all the details about her training trip!
Yay on the cruise! I really want to do a Disney Cruise. I still get so mad when I think about how I blew my free cruise opportunity when I played "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" at MGM when it was around. I was one question away from the million! I think it'll definitely boost your "resume"for the Moms Panel
I say invite other Dissers from the area who want to come. It'll be nice to meet others who share the Disney love. I get so tired of people's comments when we tell them we're going to Disney again. Maybe we can do the week before Jan. 19th. (Or is the MLK weekend). The 19th is my DD's birthday We went last year to disney to celebrate!
The cruise sounds so fun! Maybe DH and I will have to try sailing out of Baltimore for one. That would be so cool if you could convince Ashley to come to our meet! How exciting that it's almost time for the training!
To all you runners-Is it worth doing a trip to participate in a 5K or is it kind of a letdown compared to the other races? I would love to do the Princess Half Marathon, but I don't think I could train quick enough to do it in February. So I was thinking about maybe doing the 5K during Marathon Weekend so I could catch the Osbourne lights.
For me the 5Ks are TOTALLY worth it. For instance if you do the Disney Royal Family 5K you pretty much have all of EPCOT to yourselves.
*Characters are stationed everywhere along the course. Belle and Beast at the start of the Race, Mulan in China, Snow White with some of the Dwarves in Germany, Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter in England, Cinderella and/or Sleeping Beauty in France. (* If you do the Disney Halloween 5k you run through the Animal Kingdom - substitute Safari Goofy and Donald, Jungle Book characters, etc. all along the course.)
*Watching the sun come up over Disney is magical
*If you stay at the resort you receive free transportation to and from your hotel to the event
* Special pretty vinyl medal at the finish line and then wearing your medal at the parks afterwards.
* walking, running, jogging, wogging (walk/jog) etc with so many other Disney enthusiasts. The camaraderie is AWESOME!
* people watching all the participants dressed up while walking, running, jogging, wogging (walk/jog) etc
For the Disney Royal Family 5K - waking up at o'dark thirty. I personally have a problem getting started but once you get on the bus with the other enthusiasts...you get caught up in the total excitement of the event
Outside Disney I do about two 5Ks a month. At Disney I completed both the Disney Royal Family 5K & Disney Halloween 5k. I enjoy the 5ks immensely. Both were awesome! Disney 5Ks are the best! But then again Disney does everything top notch.
I have also done the Princess and Wine & Dine Half Marathons. Those are spectacular races to compete in
Denise -- I just wanted to say -- WOW!!! You are so motivated. Good for you!!
I wog them (walk/jog) so it is no biggie. But thank you for your kind words
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Refugees find freedom in Tom Denton's smiling face
They have a saying in the refugee rescue community when newcomers from Africa first inhale the freedom of Canada and the frost of a Winnipeg winter in the same breath.
"There are no bullets in the weather."
That doesn't necessarily make the fear go away.
"I can see it in your faces," I tell the teenage brother and sister from Congo.
It's even evident in the wary way they take their seats on a couch in one of two church-funded and operated North End houses where they now live with 14 other African refugees.
Their fear is really apparent when they say they don't want their photos taken or their names used.
They grew up with a slightly older brother in Congo in relative privilege, doted on by loving parents, both of whom became victims of ethnically motivated murder.
Ultimately, the three children fled to Ghana, where they lived on the street, traumatized and untrusting. But even with their traumatic circumstances, there are those they trust.
"Does Mr. Tom know you are here?" the sister asks.
"Yes," I tell her.
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Tom Denton is executive director of Hospitality House Refugee Ministry, a church-funded organization that's part of a network largely responsible for making Winnipeg and Manitoba the sponsored-refugee capital of Canada.
"In recent years, we've been sponsoring nearly half of all the refugees being sponsored in Canada," Denton says.
After more than 30 years as a volunteer then executive director of the program, Denton is known in the refugee world as a saviour. His is the name hundreds of refugees write to each year in desperate hope of escaping misery and coming to Canada.
And his is the first face they look for when they land at the Winnipeg airport.
It's a face that reflects the soul of a lamb and the heart of lion, a face that, even with a mane of white hair and at the age of 77, still exudes a boyish enthusiasm and vigour.
Locally, Denton's name recognition goes back to the early 1980s, when he became the first publisher of the Winnipeg Sun. But his resumé goes on for pages upon pages, including time leading Winnipeg's International Centre.
"I can't believe how many careers I've had," he says. His resumé goes back to his home province of Nova Scotia, where ancestors from both sides of his family landed as United Empire Loyalists after fleeing the United States.
In university, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy's officer-training program. He spent 14 years in the reserves, leaving as a lieutenant-commander with a law degree. Denton and his wife, June, lived in Calgary for a time, but by 1967, they were in Winnipeg, Denton a corporate lawyer for the Simkin family's BACM, later Genstar.
Denton's passion for helping refugees began in Selkirk in 1979, when he suggested the Rotary Club sponsor a family of Vietnamese boat people.
That humanitarian crisis was also the beginning of Canada's refugee sponsorship program, which involves either families sponsoring blood relatives or organizations, such as churches and service groups, sponsoring refugees.
Denton says refugee sponsorship is so strong in Winnipeg due, in part, to a pledge the city made in 2002 to put up $250,000 as an insurance fund for family cases.
"It's been the reason Winnipeg has become the largest sponsoring centre in Canada."
But with a backlog of applications for asylum creating an immigration gridlock, the Conservative government has effectively shut the program down, at least temporarily. Which, over the last couple of years, has left a frustrated Denton dealing with but a trickle of two or three full sponsorship cases a year, and waiting for most of the record 1,940 family-linked sponsorships they processed last year to arrive.
But the letters from desperate refugees have not stopped. They still arrive at a rate of 1,000 a year. Denton answers with his now standard response: "I am very sorry we are unable to help you..."
I ask him if he ever suffers compassion fatigue.
"Oh, yes," he says. "You read these horrific stories, and you're powerless to do anything about it... The world at this point has 14 or 15 million refugees, not to mention another 25 million internally displaced people... So no individual, no country, can solve that problem by resettling refugees.
"And indeed, the priority for the United Nations and the countries of the world is for people to be able to go home again. That's the best solution for any refugee, to be able to go home again, in safety."
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For the three orphaned Congolese siblings, whose application took four years to complete, Winnipeg is their new safe home, even if they are still fearful.
And for Tom Denton, the face of freedom for so many, the job is still a joy despite the frustration and heartache of not being able to do as much as he wants.
"I've done a lot of things I think have been useful in the past, but nothing compared to this, nothing," he says. "You're rescuing people. You're giving them a chance. You're changing the course of human history."
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A semi-disassemblable toy vehicle is disclosed and claimed. In general, the vehicle includes a body having a hinged, openable hood and a hinged, openable trunk lid. When the toy user opens the trunk lid, a trunk compartment recess is disclosed, in which a tool box is carried. Within the tool box are a number of wrenches and a screwdriver. After obtaining the tools to work on the vehicle, the playing child can open the hood. Under the hood is an engine compartment recess, in which are an engine, a radiator and a battery representation. Battery caps and a radiator cap can be moved between open and closed positions by applying the appropriate manual dexterity. The wrenches can be used to tighten and loosen spark plug representations carried by the engine. The screwdriver can be used to loosen and tighten an air filter carried atop the engine. While these parts can be loosened, they cannot be entirely removed, thereby obviating the well known propensity of children to loose toy parts.
1. A semi-disassemblable toy vehicle, comprising in combination, a vehicle body having a hinged openable hood and a hinged openable trunk lid, an engine compartment recess behind the openable hood, a trunk compartment recess behind the openable trunk lid, a plurality of engine, radiator and battery representations affixed within the engine compartment recess, each such representation carrying at least one loosenable member, each representation and the carried loosenable member together defining means for permanently preventing the loosenable member from being entirely removed from the representation, and a plurality of tool members adapted to fit within and be removed from the trunk compartment recess, each tool including a tool head adapted to engage at least one but not all of the loosenable members and operate only the fitted loosenable member so as to alternatively loosen and tighten the fitted loosenable member in the associated carrying representation.
2. A toy vehicle according to claim 1 including a tool box representation removable from and enplaceable in said trunk compartment recess, and adapted to receive and retain all said tool members.
3. A toy vehicle according to claim 1 including first and second hinge means including flexible membranes respectively connecting said hood and trunk lid to said vehicle body and formed unitarily with the hood, trunk lid and body, and extending sufficiently to permit the hood and trunk lid to rotate into respective open positions providing sufficient space for a child to remove tools from the trunk compartment recess and to operate the removal tool and loosenable members inside the engine compartment recess.
4. A toy vehicle according to claim 1 wherein said vehicle body includes a simulated gasoline filler aperture and a gasoline tank cap representation secured to the vehicle body for attachment to and removable from the simulated gasoline filler apparatus.
5. A toy vehicle according to claim 1 wherein said vehicle includes at least one wheel, a tire representation adapted to be affixed to the wheel, and a plurality of tire lug bolts threadable into the wheel for affixing the tire representation to the wheel.
6. A semi-disassemblable toy vehicle comprising, in combination, a vehicle body having a hinged openable hood and a hinged openable trunk lid, an engine compartment recess defined behind the openable hood, a trunk compartment recess defined in behind the openable trunk lid, an engine representation affixed within the engine compartment recess and carrying a plurality of loosenable simulated spark plug members, the engine representation and simulated spark plug members together defining means for permanently preventing the loosenable spark plug members from being entirely removed from the engine presentation, and a plurality of wrench members adapted to fit within and be removed from the trunk compartment recess, each wrench including a tool head adapted to engage at least one of the loosenable simulated spark plug members but not every one of said spark plug members, rotation of the wrench and engaged simulated spark plug operating to alternatively loosen and tighten the simulated spark plug member in the engine representation.
7. A toy vehicle according to claim 6 including a loosenable simulated air filter member, a slotted threaded member for selectively securing the simulated air filter member to the engine representation in a tightened position, and loosely carrying the simulated air cleaner member for rotation about the threaded member upon the engine representation, and a screwdriver member adapted to fit within the slot in the threaded member, rotation of said screwdriver and said threaded member operating to alternatively loosen and tighten the simulated air cleaner member into a location upon the engine representation.
8. A toy car according to claim 6 wherein at least one of said simulated spark plug members includes a wrench-engageable portion formed in a diamond shape, another of said simulated spark plug members includes a wrench-engageable portion formed in an X shape, and yet another simulated spark plug member includes a wrench-engageable portion formed in a hexagonal shape, said wrench members including at least one wrench having a head adapted to engage the simulated spark plug member diamond shape but no other shape, another wrench having a head adapted to engage the simulated spark plug member X-shape but no other shape, and a third wrench having a head adapted to engage the simulated spark plug member hexagonal shape but no other shape, whereby to require the toy user to select the proper wrench in order to accomplish loosening and tightening manipulations of the simulated spark plug member.
This invention relates generally to toy vehicles, and more particularly concerns a toy vehicle which provides instructional and educational experience as well as recreational benefit to the playing child.
Toy vehicles such as automobiles are popular with purchasing adults and playing children alike. Many such toys have one or more parts which can be removed from the vehicle to increase the commercial and recreational attractiveness of the toy. Many of these take-apart toys, however, inadvertently encourage the well known propensity of children to loose the removed portions of the toy. Others are not realistic in the operations which the playing child is permitted or encouraged to perform.
It is the general object of the present invention to provide a toy vehicle which will assist in teaching the basics of maipulating standard mechanical elements.
Another object is to provide a vehicle toy which provides a variety of relatively standard mechanical elements and devices for manipulation. To satisfy a related object, the invention requires a corresponding variety of relatively basic manipulations in order to move the mechanical elements between open and closed or assembled and disassembled conditions.
Yet another object is to provide a disassemblable toy vehicle which minimizes or entirely eliminates the loss of vehicle parts.
Yet another object is to provide such a toy which is closely approximates a real vehicle prototype, and which provides a consequent play attractiveness.
Still another object is to offer such a vehicle which provides opportunities to develop manual dexterity and shape association.
A further object is to provide such a vehicle which, during the play use, provides an introduction to automotive parts and the basic mechanical organization of an automobile, and which is correspondingly effective in orienting children in the location of basic vehicle components.
A still further object is to provide such a toy which is rugged and durable even when subjected to the hard use affectionate, active children can give such toys. An associated object is to provide such a vehicle which is safe for play of the type described here.
Other objects and advantages of the invention will become apparent upon reading the following detailed description and upon reference to the drawings. Throughout the drawings, like reference numerals refer to like parts.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the toy in its general aspects;
FIG. 2 is a fragmentary perspective view similar to FIG. 1 but showing the front portion of the toy vehicle including an engine compartment;
FIG. 3 is a fragmentary perspective view similar to FIG. 2 but showing the rear of the vehicle and a trunk compartment;
FIG. 4 is a fragmentary sectional view taken substantially in the plane of line 4--4 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 5 is a fragmentary sectional view taken substantially in the plane of line 5--5 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 6 is a fragmentary sectional view taken substantially in the plane of line 6--6 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 7 is an exploded view showing a vehicle wheel, an associated tire, and associated tire lug bolts;
FIG. 8 is a fragmentary sectional view taken substantially in the plane of line 8--8 of FIG. 2;
FIG. 9 is a fragmentary sectional view taken substantially in the plane of line 9--9 in FIG. 2;
FIG. 10 is a fragmentary inclined view showing the top of a simulated spark plug member shown in FIG. 2;
FIG. 11 is a fragmentary inclined view showing the top of another simulated spark plug member shown in FIG. 2;
FIG. 12 is a fragmentary inclined view showing the top of yet another simulated spark plug member shown in FIG. 2; and
FIG. 13 is a perspective view showing typical tools which may be provided for assembly and disassembly operations involving the toy car.
While the invention will be described in connection with a preferred embodiment, it will be understood that it is not intended to limit the invention to this embodiment. On the contrary, it is intended to cover all alternatives, modifications and equivalents as may be included within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims.
Turning first to FIG. 1, there is shown a toy vehicle 10 embodying the present invention. In general, this vehicle 10 can be considered to comprise a body member 11, which can be formed of molded resinous plastic or similar material, and which is supported upon a chassis member 12 which can similarly be formed of molded resinous plastic or other suitable material. As shown more particularly in FIGS. 2 and 3, the vehicle body is provided with a hinged, openable hood 15 and a hinged, openable trunk lid 16.
When a using child grasps a simulated hood ornament 18 attached to the hood 15 and rotatably opens the hood 15, an engine compartment 19 recessed behind the hood 15 is disclosed. Within this engine compartment 19 are found formations representing a battery 20, an engine 21, and a radiator 22. It will be understood that the other automotive components can be similarily formed and situated within the engine compartment 19. To provide educational as well as recreational interest to the toy in accordance with one aspect of the invention, each of these engine, radiator and battery representations 20-22 carry at least one loosenable member 25, as will be more particularly described below.
It is another feature of the invention that play with this toy provides an introduction to the use of hand tools and the manipulation of basic mechanical elements. To this end, a toy tool box member 30 is shaped and sized to be enclosed within a trunk compartment 31 recessed within the car body 11 below the trunk lid 16. When the trunk handle 33 is grasped and the trunk lid 16 is lifted, the tool box 30 is exposed. When the child removes the tool box 30 and opens a tool box lid 35, a set of wrenches 40, 41 and 42 and a screwdriver 43 are presented for the child's use. Each of these tool members 40-43 is provided with a head 50-52 inclusive or a screwdriver blade 53 adapted to engage at least one of the loosenable members 25 and to alternatively loosen or tighten that member 25 on the associated carrying representation 20-22 inclusive.
It is also a feature of the invention that when the child opens the toy hood 15 or the trunk 16, these openable members rotate into open positions which provide sufficient space for the child to easily remove and replace the tool box 30 from the trunk compartment 31, and to operate the tools 40-43 and the loosenable members 25 inside the engine compartment 19. This is accomplished by providing a first set of flexible membrane hinges 60 between the toy auto body 11 and the hood 15 which are formed unitarily with the hood 15 and body 11, and which further extend over a distance X providing the body-hood clearance necessary to permit the hood 15 to rotate into an open position providing the requisite space. Similarily, a second set of hinges 61 are provided between the toy auto body 11 and the trunk lid 16; they, too, are formed as flexible membranes of reduced thickness, but extend sufficiently to permit the trunk lid 16 to open widely so as to permit the child to remove the tool box 30 without interference.
After getting out the tools and opening the hood, the child is ready to work on the car. In carrying out the invention, it is important to prevent complete removal and the consequent possible loss of the loosenable members 25 from the toy. To this end, each of the loosenable members 25 and the associated engine, battery and radiator 20-22 inside the engine compartment are shaped so as to prevent the loosenable members 25 from being entirely removed. In furtherance of the invention, the loosenable members 25 within the invention compartment 19 do not all require use of the tools 40-43, and not all those members 25 which require use of some tool require use of the same tool. To these ends, the battery representation 20 is provided with battery caps 63 such as shown in FIG. 6. These battery caps are formed with elongate recesses 65 formed to fit within mating tracks 66 formed upon the battery representation 20. By appropriate hand manipulation, the playing child can move the battery caps 63 from closed position such as those illustrated to lineraly displaced open positions without the use of any tool. The child thus learns manual dexterity, and becomes familiar with the rudiments of and the desirability of checking the condition of a battery of an automobile. Further, the battery caps 63 cannot be lost.
Similarily, the radiator representation 22 is equipped with a radiator cap 70. Here, a hinge membrane 71 permits the cap to be rotated from the open position shown in phantom lines in FIG. 2 to a closed position such as that shown in solid lines in FIG. 2 and FIG. 5. A cap lip 71 interfits with a radiator undercut 72 to provide a snap fit, thus allowing the cap to be secured in its closed position as shown. This rotational operation, decidedly different from the sliding operation required of the child in working with the battery caps 63, teaches additional manual dexterity. Additionally, this operation suggests to the child that not all capped objects are to be opened in the same manner, and still further suggests the desirability of periodically checking the condition of automotive radiators, and that these radiators may be found at the front of an engine compartment in a real automobile. Another snap-open cap 75, which can be of similar design, is secured to the rear of the auto body 11, and represents a gas cap attachable over and removable from a gasoline filler aperture (not shown).
To provide further educational experience, a simulated air filter 80 is secured atop the engine representation 21. Again, this air filter member 80 can be loosened from its assembled position as shown in FIG. 2. To this end, a loosenable threaded member 82 engages threads formed in the engine representation 21. An expanded skirt 84 secures the threaded member 82 against removal by the playing child. At the upper end, a member slot 85 is formed to accept the blade 53 of the screwdriver 43. When the child rotates the screw member 82, securing pressure on the filter member 80 is relieved and the simulated air filter 80 can be rotated. Again, this structure permits the playing child to learn use of a screwdriver, and to gain further familiarity with elemental mechanical relationships.
As indicated in FIG. 7, a tire representation 90 can be here removed from a vehicle wheel 91. To this end, two lug bolts 92 are threaded through appropriate apertures 93 in the simulated tire 90 into accepting threaded recesses 94 formed in the wheel 91. If desired, these lug bolts 92 and the tire 90 can be entirely removable, since the using child will at once recognize their absence should they become misplaced. Alternatively, appropriate intermediate skirts or other structure (not shown) can be used to loosely retain the lug nuts 92 in the tire 90 and wheel 91 to prevent loss of these parts from the toy.
Yet further educational and instructive value is provided by the representations 25 which take the form of spark plugs 95. As shown in FIGS. 8 and 10-12, these spark plugs 95 are threadably received in the engine representation 21, and are held against complete removal, as by a flared skirt 96.
To teach shape comparisons and elemental selection of wrenches to the child user in another aspect of the invention, these spark plugs 95 have heads of different shapes 97, 98 and 99. As illustrated in FIGS. 10-12, these shapes can take the form of a diamond 97, a hexagon 98, an X or cross 99, or a square 100 such as generally illustrated in FIG. 8. It will be noted that the wrench head 50 has a corresponding female hexagonal shape; the wrench head 51 has a corresponding female diamond shape, and the wrench head 52 has a corresponding female X or cross-shaped head. Thus, each of these wrenches 50-52 fit one of the spark plug heads 97-99, but no wrench fits every spark plug head. Rotation of the spark plug head by the correct wrench operates to loosen or tighten the spark plug member in the engine representation. The child is thus required to select the proper wrench in order to accomplish these tasks. To provide further educational value, these wrenches may be formed of plastic or similar material and can be colored to conform with the colors of the spark plug shapes. Preferrably, however, these colors will not be mated but will, rather, be different or distinguished from the various mating spark plug heads so as to teach that color compatability need not necessarily indicate mechanical or geometric compatability.
When constructed as described and claimed here, the toy vehicle becomes an object of outstanding recreational and educational value, but it can be offered at surprisingly low cost. Since vehicle parts cannot be lost, the vehicle will retain its value for a long time. The vehicle's exceptional realism provides a great attraction to the purchaser and user alike.
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One of my favourite games really. By far not the best ever, but the slow gameplay and edge-of-seat atmosphere were incredible. A sequel that addresses the flaws and keeps what was right would be far better than whatever Assassin's Creed they plan on doing next...
Zombi Thou Also, Rayman Myths, the Reddest of Steels,...
or remain red, dead, and forgotten.
I'm not that much of a shooter fan, but given how few of them the 3DS has, how enjoyable they are, and how promising this looks, count me in! I'll try it first, but if it doesn't dissappoint I'll get it immediately after.
I won't allow myself to rejoice until I'm playing it on my PAL Wii U.
@Ron1212 They should just release the Kirby Right Back At Ya animated series on bd and dvd first.
But the animated Palutena for Smash unveiling made me wish for a cross-over Nintendo animated series...
The Pikmin shorts made me want to see more of that as well.
But maybe, just maybe... Wario Ware's cast and randomness could make for a fun series too?
Above all: able to stream BOTH Wii U screens at once on a handheld. I'd love playing Zombi U under the covers.
I had to read the title twice. It still makes little sense, but I get it now
I'd much rather play a Wii U game, Luigi's Ghost Town or whatever. Or Project Zero U.
Well, MH4, Splatoon, and Devil's Third. Can't really pick one over another.
MH3 is my most played game ever, on Wii, Wii U, en 3ds, quadrupling my playtime on the second most played: Pokemon Blue.
Devil's Third looks exactly my kind of game, with the absurdity and such.
Splatoon looks the most pure fun.
@Justaguest by itself, the 3D is just the same. But you are able to enjoy it with gyro controled games as well now.
@StarDust4Ever I've encountered some issues when wearing my glasses, but I luckily don't need to wear them up close. Darkness was no issue, however if I was hanging whit my head on a pillow, sideways, it appeared to have difficulty recognizing my head.
But in complete darkness (except for the light of the screen, which conveniently adjusts brightness to not blind you) I had no issues besides that. Resident Evil Revelations with gyro controls in the darkness, max 3D settings, all the way!
@JasonAnArgoNOT64 it would indeed be an inexplicable move from Nintendo not to at least release it as a download.
But releasing a pack, with the physical game, and two fichting sticks... Wii U will sell like crazy.
They really should stop the reseller-market in one way or another. They may very much crash the industry, by making people WAY too much, and therefore taking their ability to buy another game as well, for example.
And why? Greed...
It is a sad thing to see also singular orders were cancelled. I hope Europe won't follow, but I'm under the impression there's less resellers here. Sadly, not none. FAR from none...
@SwaveSays Indeed, probably... I still say that, when used correctly at any level, they're a real enhancement to gameplay. Take Skyward Sword/Red Steel 2 for example, or even multiplatform games like Blazing Angels and The Godfather, I loved those on Wii.
Ah well, to each his own, I guess can be applied here.
@SwaveSays I still don't get why not more games have implemented this... well, sort of "triple analog" control scheme. It's sad RE Revelations ALMOST does it. But as soon as you aim your weapon, second analog aiming is REPLACED, not ENHANCED with gyro...
I have all the ones I want on Wii disc, but I'd like to see Fragile Dreams, A Shadow's Tale/Lost in Shadows, Madworld, Deadly Creatures, Onechanbara... And in the meantime @Varoennauraa has posted almost any other game I would have listed without checking my library
Also, WWHD was PERFECT, dual analog and gyro combined, it's how I want to see a new Metroid game.
@WaveyChristmas I've been replaying RE Revelations eversince I received my n3ds now, and the gyro is near perfect, even with 3d at max on the system AND in the options menu.
So looking forward to this. Talking about localization... Project Zero 5?
Tingle and a Skull Kid costume, my day is GOOD. Still sad I had to import Tingle's second game in Japanese, which I don't understand in the slightest.
I'm not really sure which version of Citizens of the Earth I'll get. Got Shovel Knight on Wii U, so might get CotE on 3ds.
If this doesn't get here soon enough, I'm gonna get a real paint gun and go on a rampage. Might stop for some new clothes on the way.
@Yosher Especially that it skips 3ds, with the n3ds, I'm replaying Revelations, with gyro aiming and 3d at maximum. Love the Wii U version too.
And the hd remaster of the remake of the original RE, also skipping Nintendo not that I haven't played it like 10 times through, but I'd have liked seeing it in 3d, portable...
As I would have liked to at least get this build somewhere on a bonus disc... When I saw this years ago, I really wanted to try it. The final version (especially the Wii edition) turned out one of my favourite games ever, but still... Curiosity...
I don't even want to know how one has to handle the n3ds to accidentally press that power button... You have to REALLY press it and MEAN it.
@WhiteTrashGuy I played quite a bit on my Ambassador's Edition n3ds so far, and I must say, it's REALLY nice to return to the smaller screen.
The auto brightness and super stable 3d usually work amazing, unless I wear my glasses or have a light source behind me and move quite a bit. It actually has IR 'night vision' if I'm not mistaken, so it can still recognize your face in complete darkness.
I can feel my old habits wanting me to get both. But I'm going to pass. Wario and Waluigi would be harder, but by the time they'll finally release such awesomeness -should they ever- I'll be ready to say 'enough is enough'.
I have the white Ambassador's Edition.
Previously owned:
aqua blue standard 3DS
blue 3DS XL
Currently own:
Zelda OoT 3DS
Zelda ALBW 3DS XL
Pikachu 3DS XL (which I'm going to sell when I get the MM3D n3DS XL.
Wii had an amazing library. If they dig deep enough, and third parties add only their very best games for the right price, this is a goldmine.
I already have over a hundred original Wii games, all the very best that interest me. But 10 for Metroid Prime 'Thrill-G' (gotta love how he pronounced that) is a STEAL for anyone who for some reason missed out on this wonderful collection of awesomeness.
Edit: one thing was painfully absent though: Project Zero. Maybe this is a great chance to release the fan-translation of 4 outside of Japan, followed by the new Wii U game, in the future? I imported and patched, but more people should be able to play 4, and ALL should be able to play 5!
I swear I could feel the earth tremble just a little bit when this aired. It must've been the many jaws hitting the floor simultaneous.
What a Direct it was! I've been playing Revelations Raid Mode a lot since I received my n3ds, the super-stable 3d works great, making the gyro-aiming a fun, immersive addition now. Maybe they can implement it as well?
Since it reminds me an awesome lot of Mother/Earthbound, I might bite day one.
Project Zero U for Europe, Fatal Frame U for you Americans!
I have the n3ds ambassador edition already, but Xenoblade for it should get a worldwide release date too! It's already translated and crammed on a tiny card, so how hard can localizing be?
Received my n3ds today, and I'm very impressed by the 'super stable 3d' (played both resident evil revelations in highest 3d settings with gyro aiming, and starfox without any problem with fuzzy or double images), and the ability to watch 3d videos on youtube in the web browser.
I'm still waiting patiently by the door for mine to arrive, I got the mail the first time around, but didn't respond directly since I don't check my mail every five steps.
Does anyone know, is there a way to track the delivery? I received an e-mail to confirm my order, but that's it so far. (I live in Belgium)
Just this afternoon, I felt the urge to replay it. I can choose between the original game, on my favourite Famicom edition Gameboy Micro, the amazing LoZ GBA SP, Gameboy player, or 3ds thanks to the Ambassador Program, to name my favourite ways to play GBA that don't include transferring all data to a prettier 3ds, or paying for what I originally own.
When I saw this news, I thought WHY Nintendo, WHY do you not love me back? Then I realized I dind't check my e-mails yet.
There it was!
A glorious love letter from Nintendo.
Expensive long-distance relation, this one. But I'm not complaining.
Well, I was still thinking about getting normal or XL size, but this ambassador stuff kills all doubt. I was wondering if it still meant anything to 'be' an 'ambassador', but then I got the mail.
While quite a few of these games are pretty high on my 'wishlist', Dementium has been a very special series to me. Living in Europe, getting the first game was no easy task, and the second one had to be imported.
But a portable 3d first person horror game is not that common, and with stronger hardware the lighting effects could be upgraded, which would greatly improve the overall atmosphere. Also, this gives me a little bit of hope that a 3Dementium could be on the horizon. Or Cult County.
But before I get my hopes too high, I still need to see Moon Chronicles make it to Europe...
A well deserved victory. Nintendo simply is hard- and software developer of the past couple of decades to me. Sure, they had some low points here and there, but they have guts and vision, fun games that overflow with love and polish, original ideas, and they helped several third party studio's deliver some of their finest work ever.
Now, publish Project Zero on Wii U outside of Japan, and you're my publisher of the past few decades as well!
I can't pick one. Really, this is a very strong lineup, and since I have a huge backlog, and this lineup ahead, I won't be 'needing' a secondary current gen home console any time soon.
That's Duckling Kong to you.
While I love all of them for some reason or another over the others, Double Dash is my favourite overall. 16 player local, 'co-op', Baby Park, the special items,...
@aaronsullivan You and me both. But I want Shovel Knight as a retail release equally bad! Perhaps a Not-TOO-Limited Bundle of Bu - I mean, Both?
If anyone at Nintendo happens to be reading this: take credit for it all you want, just make it happen! And Project Zero 5 for Europe / Fatal Frame 5 for NA.
Well, like many others I'm not pleased by this being download-only... Then again, I have the originals, and still got this. They're great games, and you never know when you'll want to play them. So having them on the SD card is quite convenient.
Completely unrelated to this trilogy, but since we're talking awesome puzzle-adventure games on Nintendo handhelds, isn't there a third Touch Detective out in Japan? Any word on a translation?
@Donutman I bought the ZombiU pack on launch day, and a few issues aside, it's one of the greatest survival horror games ever, imo. Because it's just that: survival, and horror. Left 4 dead is a fun arcadey game, but I much more enjoyed the slow pacing and the whole nerve-racking 'one bite and it was all for nothing' tension. And then there's the parts where you run for the helicopter, with shaking hands on the edge of the seat... or the nursery, where I actually had to gather my courage to continue, and in the basement, I personally went in sort of the blind rage mode from the Scarface game... Most intense horror game, from quite creepy to quite all-out run 'n' gun, but always on the edge.
A 3ds remake could be quite nice, a WiiU remake also, but less refreshing maybe. I'd say: do a Bayonetta 2, Nintendo. Make a superb sequel, remaster the first with some extra's, put them both on discs in an amazing collector's edition, and... profit. It's one of my favourite games ever, but even I am getting tired of the constantly renewed false hope... And since we're not hearing anything about Project Zero / Fatal Frame 5, missing out on the REmake remaster, or only see speculations about a possible ZombiU sequel, I really want SOMETHING within the horror genre to look forward to...
Naggers gonna nag, I guess. It's either too different, or too much the same. You can't make 'em all happy, but you CAN stop caring about the ones that NEVER are.
I'm looking forward to it, if those in power haven't brought WWIII (no, not the next Nintendo system) to Europe by then.


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I GOT EXACTLY WHAT I WAS EXPECTING TO GET ACCORDING TO THE HOTEL WEBSITE: A GOOD PLACE TO STAY ALTHOUGH A LITTLE BIT EXPENSIVE.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice hotel."
The coffee maker was broken but useable. The dishwasher door was not closing properly but useable. The freezer had no shelves or means of making ice. Over all it was a good experience in as much as we were not cooking in the kitchen but eating out. We were able to receive visitors and it was nice sitting in a living room and not a room which had a bed […] in it. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom a very good size, far bigger than most hotel bathrooms. もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Staff is incredibly responsive"
We had booked here and when we arrived there were a couple of issues. The staff was incredibly responsive and we were totally satisfied with resolution.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Quiet place with unexpected comfort"
Got the hotel through Expedia at the last minute. Staff was very accomodationg. Rooms had all the amenities.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great location,great room!"
This was our second stay at the Fort Marcy Suites. It's close enough to the plaza to walk but I prefer to stay here over the plaza because you still get the beautiful mountain view. My husband and I both love the space that our room allowed us,and since we prefer not to eat out a lot while on vacation,the full kitchen is perfect to maintain our healthy […] lifestyle. The grounds are well kept with plenty of areas to relax in. We will continue to stay here when we visit Santa Fe. もっと読むHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Old units and the heat wasn't very good"
Decent place but very dated Cheap cponstruction and the heat didn't work very wellExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great Getaway!"
We had a great time and the condo was perfect for our family of 5… We will be back!Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great place to stay near Sante Fe skiing"
Arrived and the front desk staff was very pleasant! Our room wasn't going to accommodate our party. They offered several options and then graciously upgraded us. Then we needed house keeping to come for an unexpected problem and they sent someone very quickly.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Hot tub was dirty, room was fine."
The room was fine, furniture was comfortable needs some updating. The hot tub and pool area was dirty and there was green stuff in the hot tub. The entire facility needs updating. Also, our room was right next to the office and not very private.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Santa Fe's hidden gem"
Absolutely loved Fort Marcy. The staff was helpful, and the accommodations nothing short of wonderful. Everything you could want and need is provided. It was truly a home away from home. And the location is perfect! It's in the middle of a neighborhood, kind of tucked away, but still right next to the heart of downtown Santa Fe. We will definitely come […] back! もっと読むHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Almost a private retreat"
The Fort Marcy complex was perfect for us. Walking distance to the plaza and museums. We had a one bedroom apartment with a king bed. The rooms were clean and well maintained. There was no support from the office (was short on toilet paper and had to call; no trash pickup or maid services; no extra trash bags for our paper from our purchases). We will […] use Fort Marcy Suites next year when we come back to Santa Fe. もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Cozy New Mexico flavor"
The only complaint we had is the bathroom was very user unfriendly. It was nicely done, but to flush the toilet, we had to bend down, and reach under the banjo type counter top, and feel around for the flush handle. Everything else about the suite was great.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice place to relax"
This was a nice place to relax, just like home. The room was clean and comfortable and had a nicely outfitted kitchen. We ate out some, but also prepared meals easily. Swimming was fun! Santa Fe is always great!Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great location to Ski Santa Fe"
The location was fabulous to Ski Santa Fe- it takes about 25 minutes to get up the very windy, two lane road. The unit itself was adequate- larger open living space, two bedrooms, two bathrooms. The unit was a little bit dated, and the master bed wasn't super comfortable, but we were only there 4 nights. All in All, I would stay there again simply for […] the adequacy and proximity to skiing and town (you could walk). もっと読むHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Convenient to Ski area"
The entire family was comfortable at this condo. I would definitely stay here again.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great location with added benefits, minor drawback"
Convenient location, more room and money-saving full kitchen. Walking distance to Plaza, museums and other sites. Competitive pricing with the only hotels you would want to stay at (I guess many have some client "issues"). Just remember there are someone's condo so subject to individual tastes. Our unit had relatively small tv's and a rock hard firm […] mattress (we prefer plush). Try contacting manager before booking to see about your prefered ammenities to possibly hand-pick unit. Kitchen will save you tons on local dining (pricey as with all Santa Fe). Even a Trader Joes close by and Farmers Market. Bring wood for the kiva fireplace. Will stay again and recommend to friends. もっと読むHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Location and size perfect"
We loved the size had a 3 bedroom felt like old Santa Fe. Great Location to Downtown Santa Fe. Be sure to see the pouring at the local bronze foundry.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice place to stay"
The condo was spacious and well furnished. The second bedroom could have been bigger, but we were all comfortable. This is a great place for a family or group of friends. It's close to everything!Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice hotel and location in Santa Fe"
We stayed here for 5 nights in D70. It was restaurant week, so there were many great places offering specials. Skiied for 4 days, and loved the mountain.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice place"
It was great except the long walk from your car to the room.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"4 minutes door to door to Ten Thousand Waves!"
Excellent location, service is always fantastic. 4th stay here, will continue to come back!Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Cozy, clean and closest to ski slopes"
Had minor issues with room and number of people on reservation, but the staff quickly resolved the issue and upgraded us to a premium room. We loved out stay and plan to use them every year around same time frame. Friendly staff in every way, including a free bottle of wine! The town view from the nearby hill is awesome.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Very Nice!"
My 1-bedroom condo was very nice and clean. A little outdated compared to my friend's condo. But that's just the luck of the draw. The ONLY thing I would like improved is security.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great experience"
Will stay again next time I'm in town.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
We enjoyed our stay. We had a 2 bedroom condo for a family of six and were very comfortable.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Beautiful condo"
The staff are friendly and the condo we stayed in was gorgeous, with a fully equipped kitchen, lovely decor and comfy bed. Water pressure was a little low in the shower but still nice and hot. We only stayed one night, but wished we could have stayed longer. The hotel is only 10 min walk from the center of old Santa Fe. Lovely.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice condo/apartment style space for family"
The condo/suite is a nice place to stay rather than a hotel room with a bed and tv scenario. Good for a longer stay with full kitchen and refrigerator. However, we never saw any maid service during our four day stay? A little bizarre as the trash started to pile up by day four and there was no obvious place to leave it. We also ended up washing dishes […] etc since it was obvious we were'nt getting any maid service of any sort. Plan your towels & sheets wisely! Maybe they'll give you more if you go the office. One positive, the hotel is close to downtown plaza and art gallery area. I really only had a few complaints that made this place a disappointment. The times for pool and spa in the winter are from 8am -7pm. Not great if you just finished a full day skiing and want to spend some time in a hot tub to recover. Other problem is "hot tub" would best be described at this location as "Luke warm bath water". It wasn't hot and there was very little in the way of jets. My concerns were addressed by the office staff as "the HOA makes the rules". Be sure you don't want to use a hot tub on your stay as this one was a definite buzz kill to an otherwise enjoyable stay. Overall I can't recommend this place again due to the price and service really don't align for the value. $900 for three nights and I could have stayed at a hotel with a useable hot tub at least! もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
フォート マーシー ホテル スイーツ (Fort Marcy Hotel Suites)からの返信 Dear Road Warrior, I'm truly disheartened your family did not thoroughly enjoy their stay here at Fort Marcy. It sounds as though we missed the boat of several fronts that are easily correctable. Although we do not offer maid service for stays less than a week we are always happy to provide a "Room Refresh" at your request. With regard to the "hot tub" the HOA operation that governs the property is in the process of getting bids to have the entire hot tub replaced. I will be happy to pass your thoughts onto them for a more speedy resolution. I'm sure you understand the height of the Christmas Holliday is the most popular time of the year to stay in the magical city of Santa Fe. Please feel free to check out our rates during other times in the year as we often have some great deals in lower demand periods.
Awesome. We will be back!!!!Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Well maintained. Comfortable stay."
Worth the money.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Excellent for our family"
We stayed at Fort Marcy over Thanksgiving break with our family, including my parents. We had 6 people (4 adults, 2 kids) and fit comfortably in a 2 bedroom suite. It was really a fantastic setup--the bedrooms upstairs were large, there were 3 bathrooms for us to use (2 upstairs and 1 downstairs), and the living area with big enough to sit around and […] play games while the kids played and watched TV. We were really happy with our choice, especially since Santa Fe got almost 6 inches of snow the night we arrived, and we were pretty much snowed in for our 2 night stay. The suite was big enough for us to stay in comfortably without going stir crazy. We had brought some food, so having a full kitchen was great. We bought firewood the first night, but it was a bit pricey, so if you come in the winter I would suggest bringing your own. It was definitely worth it having a cozy fire to sit around in the evening. Being close to the plaza was nice (we didn't walk--too slippery). Our room was on top of the hill, which made for a fantastic view, but the hill was so steep that we weren't able to drive back up it after making a supply run! It was more of a funny story than anything. Overall a great experience. We will stay there again when we return to Santa Fe. もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
フォート マーシー ホテル スイーツ (Fort Marcy Hotel Suites)からの返信 Wow, sounds like your ones to turn lemons in the lemonade. As you found the snow when it comes to Santa Fe can be a real adventure. I'm glad you were able to safely navigate the slippery slopes. We look forward to having you as our guests once again in the future.
"perfect santa fe experience"
We loved the location and lovely interior of our unit..Everything that we needed for living comfortably and cooking our own meals was provided.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Great location"
Got a completely renovated 2br,; great unit, great location and great stay. Could improve the pool area, but condo was superHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"The GOLD condo is lovely to be in . Santa Fe Charm"
We loved our condo. The decor was Old Santa Fe charm, We flet as if we were in a tasteful person;s home. We walked back and forth to the Plaza several times each day.The beds were firm and beautifully appointed. Sheets, soft cottoen and towels soft and fluffy.The entire condo was spotless.Many thanks for a lovely lovely condo.Sarah AllenHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
フォート マーシー ホテル スイーツ (Fort Marcy Hotel Suites)からの返信 "We flet as if we were in a tasteful person;s home." Well you were! Each of our condos is uniquely decorated to reflect the tastes and personality of our individual owners. You got to enjoy someone's vacation home in Santa Fe as if it was your own. We look forward to having you come and visit again sometime soon.
"Nice suites overlooking Santa Fe"
Great location bordering a canyon right across from Fort Marcy Park from which you overlook the whole city. Nicely furnished. Good pool and hit tub. Good kitchen. Spacious flat. Quiet. Easy walk to downtown.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Convenient location."
Santa Fe is Santa Fe there are lots of small streets to get there but all of the places you will want to visit in Santa Fe are within walking distance (almost all anyway). The rooms are comfortable but if you have a lot of luggage it will be a problem for some rooms as there are some stairs and uneven paths to take your luggage over. You have a complete […] kitchen at your disposal and the bedroom is a completely separate room. The air conditioning is somewhat loud but not too loud. Overall its a nice place but its probably a better location if you are there for a multi day stop not an overnight stay. もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Review of Condo experience"
Condo was in excellent condition. Staff was friendly and personal. Very close to plaza, shopping, historical sites, and art galleries. We enjoyed our experience. We will stay again at Fort Marcy Hotel Suites in the magnificent city of Santa Fe. Do not hesitate to make reservations!Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice hotel and close to town"
After a long day sight seeing it was a comfortable place to come home to.Expedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Nice but time to invest in comfort"
This is a nice hotel, however a little run down. The beds are a little uncomfortable. We did have a dirty nappy on our belcony when we arrived. we decided to avoid going out there. Overall though very pretty and great view.Hotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
フォート マーシー ホテル スイーツ (Fort Marcy Hotel Suites)からの返信 I apologize about the soiled nappy on the balcony. Our housekeeping staff usually receives very high marks for their work and I know will be appalled to here about your experience. I am happy to report we replaced a number of the beds on the property this winter to ensure you do get a good nights sleep on your next visit.
"Convenient, cozy, comfortable."
Amazing well appointed room in a southwestern decor. We felt right at home. Very quiet. Great sunrise and sunset views from the park across the street and an easy walk downtown. Had some issues with the kiva back drafting smoke into the room. The deadbolt was installed incorrectly with the doorjam and we could not use it. At least the door still locked. Staff […] was super helpful and provided some excellent advise which we took for restaurants. The swimming and hot tub facilities could use an update. The swimming room was very worn, no towels available, and didn't feel clean. On the other hand we didn't bring the kids and went to 10k waves spa. もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
"Close to Plaza"
Exactly what we wanted for our 3 night stay. Loved walking through Fort Marcy Park down to Plaza. Saw workers everyday improving on grounds or regular tidying. Kitchen had all we needed, bed comfortable. We stayed in suite 11 & screen door needs to be fixed. Great place, very friendly in office! Only thing that I should mention is that it if you have […] any issues with walking this may not be the place for you or you should just drive to Plaza, etc. Some units had a lot of steps and for some people it is an extreme incline coming back from Plaza. もっと読むHotels.com ゲストの適正な口コミ
"family vacation"
We loved staying at Ft. Marcy suites and hope to return. The location is ideal, a little off the beaten path but close to everything. We had a little kiva fireplace in our unit and it was wonderful to sit by the fire in the evening. The unit had nice NM decor which is something we enjoy. Unfortunately, we had a medical emergency during our stay so we […] didn't get a chance to use the pool or do as much as we'd hoped but it was a great place to come "home" to when away from home and really stressed out. All the staff we encountered were so kind and helpful, the grounds & buildings were well maintained and we had everything we needed in our condo. I truly hope we can return to Ft. Marcy and fully enjoy our time there. If you're traveling with little kids there is a huge playground a short walk away. もっと読むExpedia ゲストの適正な口コミ
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Quality Inn & Suites
960 Interstate Drive
Winchester, KY 40391
Phone: (859) 737-3990
Fax: (859) 745-6296
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I-64 exit 96 from East Bound.I-64 exit 96 A from West Bound.
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