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Original post made by [removed], another community, on Apr 24, 2012
Jessica and you LOCK commentary on a legitimate request for a candidate's profile for Mary Piepho simply because a commentator points to your sponsorship of Informed Resident's and Bluejays' attack brutality:
Posted by offended reader, a resident of another community, 3 hours ago
"Can anyone defend calling someone an "old fool" as a contribution to civil discourse?
I saw something similar on another topic along with an anonymous post referring to someone as being a coward for not attending a meeting. That's right - an anonymous poster refers to someone else as a coward."
Did that offend your right of sponsorship of such defamation? Did it challenge your willing avoidance of your forum's terms of use?
a resident of another community
on Apr 24, 2012 at 1:25 pm
Hal, once again your hypocrisy is stunning. Certainly you are entitled to YOUR topic of interest, but why would you ask it here, instead of directly seeking out the source? Once again this goes to the point of legitimacy and that YOU are not really seeking answers at all. Trying to play as if you are, does make you look foolish; more so when you are actually trying to bird dog a Supervisor that is not your district representative. Shallow Hal.
If you were actually interested in a Supervisor Piepho's (or Glovers) ongoing positions you could have easily accessed them by looking at her county website, her campaign sites, her Facebook site, attending a meeting and speaking under public comment, picking up a telephone, or visiting one of her offices. I don't think she could spoon feed it to you any easier.
Your lack of candor actually provides the insult this time around Hal…
As far as your pipe dream of "write in's", through your social media I say good luck with that. You want demonstration regarding satisfaction? I would point you to the fact that no one chose to run against either Glover or Piepho-that alone speaks volumes. I think after serving for years, and several terms, both Glover and Piepho are pretty clear regarding their individual positions on matters. From all of your whining and complaining, I think YOU are clear on their positions as well. The truth is Hal you are just still sniffling over the fact that you don't have an "other" to support. The truth is YOU don't even live in Mary or Federal's district. So why the continued charade?
a resident of another community
on Apr 24, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Well, it seems your sponsorship of defamation is back on track with a generous topping of arrogance. The more you sponsor such brutality the more it reflects on your results.
Reality is obvious. Jessica and you were notified today that Mary Piepho's websites do not provide presentation of the primary issues to Contra Costa voters. All Contra Costa voters must be concerned about the positions of each supervisor because the CCC-BOS acts as one decision making body. Further, Mary and her supporters will not provide commentary in interviews unless they control the final copy. Certainly, Mary's history illustrates that she does not communicate with individual residents and employs gatekeepers to deliver her messages.
More obvious is the posting referenced above by an offended reader. The Bluejays and Informed Resident attack commentary and defamation are simply that and its obviously sponsored by you in violation of your own terms of use and definition, "Town Square will continue to be a thoughtful gathering place for sharing community information and opinion."
Since it is your libel, you may as well speak for yourself!
a resident of another community
on Apr 24, 2012 at 5:34 pm
Ohhhh Hal, the more you post, the more it reflects poorly on YOU. Now you want to talk about arrogance? Isn't it you that so often uses the term "savvy" and "educated" when describing You and your neighborhood partners? Hmmm, maybe it is just me, but arrogance definitely comes to mind when reading your passages.
Again with the brutality comment? You want to take pot shots, but can't deal with any push back except by repeatedly crying foul. Hal, if your arguments were strong, you would not worry about any pushback or feedback. Wow.
But the topper is that you want to chastise Mary Piepho for some illusionary perception that you have about controlling messages. Hal, that is one of the most hypocritical statements you have made to date! You whine and whine about the editors here controlling a message, (when in fact they are not), but yet YOU are trying to get them to control the message! Specifically YOUR message! How completely hypocritical of you! You come across as a broken record.
Hal, it took me 5 seconds to find Ms. Piepho's websites and those of others which clearly state her positions. It really is no mystery!
Web Link
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I guess there is no pleasing someone as savvy or sensitive as you.
a resident of another community
on Apr 24, 2012 at 7:02 pm
Dear Gina,
Please take time to review the websites recommended by your sponsored commentator, Informed Resident, and then answer the reality of fulfillment of Contra Costa voters' concerns for:
Public Safety
Government Communication and Access
Environment (planning) & Infrastructure
Traffic & Transportation
Economic Development & Jobs Creation
The sites recommended by your sponsored commentator do not contain perspective on the future of these critical issues in Contra Costa County. By your sponsorship you are obligated to present resolution in home page coverage.
Write well, as you did in candidate profiles, and your readership will consider.
a resident of another community
on Apr 25, 2012 at 12:10 am
Ok let's go over this again. For all intents and purposes, Supervisor Piepho does not have an election or a campaign. I know you are really struggling with this. In time you should come to grips with it. For now you might try focusing on the fact that you are the only person posting who is grappling with this.
As for your sudden "concerns"....
Did you miss the part about contacting the Supervisor with ANY questions that you have? C'mon Hal we have been through this before. You can pick up the phone or drop by her office.
A rational person would probably do that. That is if he (or she) had real questions or honest concerns.
So answer this simple question Hal; if you are so very concerned about the issues you raise as further evidenced by your persistent posting, why won't you contact the Supervisor (Mary Piepho) yourself?
I doubt you are lazy or that you don't have the time. So what is it Hal?
No dodging this one. It is a very real question, deserving of an honest answer from you.
You can answer one simple question with honesty and integrity right?
a resident of Alamo
on Apr 25, 2012 at 8:54 am
thank you informed.. once again proving my point HE IS AN OLD FOOL
FOOLING NO ONE BUT himself
a resident of another community
on Apr 25, 2012 at 11:10 am
Obviously people who anonymously reel off personal insults against other posters show themselves for what they are.
Most other people understand that a politician should be willing to offer policy positions proactively to the public rather than privately to a specific few.
This is especially true during an election cycle, which clearly Ms. Piepho is participating in.
Why is it that the rudest of the anonymous posters are Mary Piepho and Tomi Van de Brooke supporters? I have my guesses...
a resident of another community
on Apr 25, 2012 at 11:55 am
You are actually trying to call me and others out for posting anonymously, while you post anonymously?
Not sure what you issue is, since you posted anonymously, the forum allows us all to do so and I simply posted a simple question.
Asking a question or calling someone out on their rhetoric is not an insult. If you are looking for insults you should follow Mr. Bailey's behavior on this site of "hit and run" attacks against his usual targets. Some of us here are simply just defending against his constant attempts to paint others in a bad light…Mary Piepho and Tomi Van de Brooke come to mind but I will defend anyone against Mr. Bailey's character assassinations. If the truth insults him or you, so be it.
Most people understand that politicians are willing to offer policy positions. That is the point. Apparently you missed it. Mr. Bailey is unwilling to ask directly. He wants others to do his work for him. The answers are there but since they are not the answers he wants to hear, he plays this little game.
I asked Mr. Bailey a simple question…and it still stands unanswered. Here it is again:
So answer this simple question Hal; if you are so very concerned about the issues you raise as further evidenced by your persistent posting, why won't you contact the Supervisor (Mary Piepho) yourself?
See, no insult. Just a question.
I don't quite understand how you "clearly" have come to believe that Ms. Piepho is participating in an "election" that is not occurring in her district. She has no opponent. I guess you missed the memo, or article or news briefing where it was stated that both her and Federal Glover do not have an opponent/election/campaign.
The only thing that is clear is that you are trying to offer some support to Mr. Bailey's nonsense. Why the effort I wonder? I have my guesses…
a resident of another community
on Apr 25, 2012 at 12:25 pm
Gina, does sponsoring Informed Resident commentary on this forum offer you defense as EMCEB President, under laws impacting officers of corporations, from being held legally accountable for misrepresentations, misinformation and defamation? Does it help you avoid the responsibility to profile ballot candidates that will be subject to voting by your readers in District 3? Does it matter that a significant number of your readers will not post commentary on your forum due to your sponsorship of attack brutality by Informed Resident and others?
It comes back to the simply issue raised by you: "Please be respectful and truthful in your postings so Town Square will continue to be a thoughtful gathering place for sharing community information and opinion." As other media fact-checks Informed Resident(s)' commentary the contents seldom applies to the facts of discussions or are they anything more the political factoids. Certainly, nothing said by Informed Resident(s) or the Bluejays (jjr, jjj, or jjjj) can be considered respectful.
a resident of another community
on Apr 25, 2012 at 1:42 pm
Still waiting for you to answer the question Hal...why are you avoiding it?


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Independent bookstores to launch ereaders
As of early November of this year, independent booksellers across the nation will launch Kobo, an ereader intended to compete with the Kindle and the Nook.
Currently, Kindle owners can only buy their ebooks through Amazon, effectively taking a large share of ebook sales away from independent booksellers and revenue away from local economies.
Although Nook and iPad users could buy ebooks from Indies, the Indies typically didn't sell the devices.
The Kobo ereader is the most popular device outside of the United States. The Kobo can access 2.5 million titles, as opposed to 1 million titles available from egoogle, which was previously the only source of ebooks available to independents.
Initially, the Kobo will be available in two sizes and price points: the GLO will be a black and white backlit model sold for $129.99; and the Mini will be a black and white model sold for $79.99. A color version is expected sometime in 2013.
Locally the Kobo ereaders will be available at Turtle Town Books & Gifts in Nisswa. Prices for Kobo ebooks will be competitive with other offerings, with the added benefit of enabling customers to boost the local economy.
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I have a 2007 Veracruz which I purchased from a dealer with 26,000 miles on it. Upon picking it up, I noticed the radio seemed to be having reception problems. Additionally, I heard what appeared to be ignition noise coming through when in AM mode. I took it back to the dealer and they replaced the antenna. They stated these radios have always had reception problems. I left the dealer and returned soon afterwards as the problem still existed. This time they "fixed" a ground cable. The problem still exists. I took it back to the dealer for some servicing and mentioned this AM radio reception problem. I was told by the dealer that this is a "documented" problem by Hyundai and has "something" to do with the length of the antenna.Rather than get bogged down in the discussion of physics and electromagnetic phenomena, I stated " I have a hard time believing that Hyundai would not remedy this obvious design flaw". I have since written Hyundai North America.Any other readers have any insight or issues? I am trying to assume noble intent but believe I have getting smoke blown my way.tks,rich
My 2010 Veracrus has the same problem. The dealer tells me he tried a new radio, new antenna and the radio still has bad am reception or know reception. The dealer sent it out to a local radio repair company. They wanted to put a fender mounted antenna on my car. The dealer said no. The car has been into the dealer 3 times for the same problem. They have had my car for a total of 7 days and are unable to fix it. The factory rep.has know answer. I to have written to Hyundai. No answer yet. Have you found the answer?Warren
I have had a reception problem with my 07 Cruz since I bought it new. XM works great. FM and AM is terrible. The radio is only warranted for 36,000 mikes and I am now at 55,000 miles. The dealer service dept said "it just depends on the radio station broadcast strength and the area you are driving, but I don't buy that. Other cars radios work much better. I listen to the XM almost all the time as it works great. Hyundai needs to fix this problem.Any ideas would be welcomed...Steve..
my 07 veracruz radio just went out. I've owned several vehicles for longer than I've owned this and never had a radio just die on me. Of course the warrenty is up--and the dealer cannot explain. How can they dare compare this vehicle to a Lexus. My 99 Mazada radio is still working and I've had no major repairs on this vehicle as I had on the Veracruz. I am very disappointed.
my 07 Veracruz radio just died and of course the warrenty is up. How dare they compare this vehicle to a Lexus--to any vehicle. The service is crappy and the vehicle has been a disappointment since the day I brought it....
Did you check the fuse?And the answer to the original poster, if he never got it figured out, is to use a high gain booster on the antenna. Many OEMs already have them installed from the factory if they don't use rod antennas. I guess Hyundai doesn't, and really should.
..2011 Cadillac CTS-V Black Diamond EditionJust your average 650hp "luxury" sedanPast cars: 90 Mustang LX, 98 Neon Sport, 93 Camaro, 96 Trans Am, 00 GTP, 02 Dinan 540i, 07 300C SRT8, 08 Jeep SRT8
had the exact same thing happen 10/7/11 and agree with your comments concerning other cars owned. had other problems one week prior. ignition will not work without key inserted (this is a keyless model). dealership ran the codes and said it was the body control module. replaced the bcm, codes went away, problem still existed. had them remove new bcm and put old one back in since they couldn't tell me what the new one fixed. my air bag light was on, they said it's the clock spring. waiting for them to repair and see if light goes off. if it doesn't, i will have them undo that repair. i do not have a whole lot of faith that they know what they are doing given they are consulting with Hyundai technical support and getting no better input from them. Radio is pulled out and being sent for repair but i won't be surprised when they tell me it is irreparable and i need a new one ($1500 is the estimate for a new one). i was really hoping the Veracruz would hold up to the same service-less experience i had with previous Toyotas, Nissans, Hondas and Lexus but it's not looking good at 49 months and 10 days - note that is six weeks out of warranty!
who knew so many people on this forum had similar handles and the same issue, all saying the same thing about the same time. trollolol.
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My 2007 Veracruz radio-stereo has died at 69,000 miles. Always had poor reception for FM and AM. XM is fine, probably because dealers get a commission to sell it. Not a fuse problem. Dealer says I need a new radio system for a mere $1,543.00. No way will I pay this. Hyundai has installed inferior radios. Most cars NEVER lose a radio. My resale value just went down big time. I will NOT buy another Hyundai because of this!!!! Veracruz radio broke, cd's don't work, XM doesn't work, FM doesn't work, AM doesn't work and the back seat dvd system does not work!!! Veracruz radios are poorly designed and manufactured. No more Hyundais for me!! The Santa Fe has re[laced the Veracruz and I bet the Santa Fe radio is bad too.
my kia borrego, which has a similar radio, had bad reception and kia corrected it underwarranty. sorry about your luck.
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Hi thereFirst of all I'm sorry for too much bad luck about your Veracruz. I even myself don't like Hyundais as often I come up for little but panic problems.During my last drive to Weston, my radio stopped working and I didn't know the reason. My dealer told me I needed a dash kit for my 2007 VeraCruz GLS, I can replace the radio at my dealer shop but they don't carry the kit any longer. Don't know why they have such big bugs even we pay highest dollars to buy these bloody cars.
My baby boy just born before a few days! Giving a big party to my friends soon!!!
When Rte 2 Hyundai in Leominster, MA told me my radio was broken and needed a $1,543 replacement I was floored. Turns out that Rte 2 Hyundai failed to diagnose the problem. I went to a tire dealer who REPLACED two fuses and the radio was working fine right away. So, try putting in new fuses to solve your radio problem if your radio does not power up. RADIO IS NOW FIXED for next to no cost!!!
I had same problem with my radio. I live near route two in Leominster, MA and I thought it was just bad reception in the area. The dealership checked the fuses and said they looked fine and you will need a new radio...at a cost of $1,543. This floored me. My radio was not working at all. NO cd's. No dvd's. No nothing. I brought the car to a tire store and they quickly fixed it by REPLACING TWO FUSES. It worked fine after that. You can not trust the dealership. Always get at least one other opinion. This is a 2007 Veracruz with 80,000 miles.


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Month of April 2014 — All Events
Norfolk History Series
Learn about the past with these fascinating monthly lectures. This time the topic is Norfolk and Other Abnormal Places: Some Thoughts on Urban and Suburban Virginia.
Third Thursday at the Glass Studio
Seattle-based artist Etsuko Ichikawa creates drawings out of molten glass and fire. Come watch her create what she calls pyrographs.


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French Fun on the Long Island Coast
La Maison Blanche • Shelter Island Heights, NY
Escape Kit
- A One-Night Stay for Two in a Queen ($99) or Deluxe King Room ($129), Sundays through Thursdays
- Or, a Two-Night Stay for Two in a Queen ($269) or Deluxe King Room ($379), Fridays through Sundays
The Destination
Talk to Shelter Island devotees, and they'll be quick to praise the New York vacation spot for its ripply coves, shady groves, and friendly folks. Tucked in between Long Island's North and South forks, more than one-third of the tiny isle is a designated nature preserve, home to miles of wetlands, bird-watching trails, and old-growth forests. For shopping and such, residents and guests alike flock to the quaint village of Shelter Island Heights, where the streets are sprinkled with Queen Anne-style homes and there's not a stoplight in sight.
The Digs
A short stroll from Shelter Island's popular Crescent Beach, La Maison Blanche is packed with Parisian charm. From the mansion's alabaster exterior to its manicured gardens, this boutique inn—named after a St. Tropez hotel—channels the south of France. Each of La Maison's eight rooms boasts 400-thread-count linens, overstuffed pillows, and an LCD TV, but the hotel's common areas inspire the real joie de vivre. Sample a handcrafted cocktail by the bar's wood-burning fireplace; indulge in a freshly baked croissant at the award-winning brasserie; or go for a ride on one of the inn's complimentary bicycles—no matter how you choose to spend your time, your stay is sure to be très magnifique.
The Diversions
• Mashomack Preserve
• Kayaking
• Golf
• Paddle Boarding
• Shopping
"The staff was very warm and friendly. Our room was tranquil, clean, and equipped with everything we needed...In the evening, we walked to the local beach before having some beers and relaxing in the lounge."-- TripAdvisor
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Large Sunny Studio Apartment in New York
Size450 ft²
Floor No.3
- Family/child friendly
- Kitchen
- Parking available
- Disabled access
- Internet/WiFi
Accommodation summary
|Jefferson Ave, 11216 New York, United States
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|Property ID
|Acceptance rate
|Response time
|A few hours
|Calendar updated
|A month ago
It is conveniently located in Brooklyn's historic Bedford Stuyvesant. Close to restaurants, cafes, art galleries, groceries, boutique, and beauty spas. It's just minutes away from Prospect Park, museums, theaters, Fort Green, Clinton Hill, Williamsburg, and Downtown Brooklyn. 15-30 minutes away from all Manhattan arts, entertainment, sports, Ideal for weekend getaways, extended layovers, business or group travelers, couples, family, and short term lodging.
House rulesAbsolutely no smoking allowed.
Pets not allowed.
$250 Security deposit to be paid on arrival
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|Monthly rate for up to 2 guests
|Price for > 2 guests
|$ 16 US per guest/night extra
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Reviews of this property
Stephen's sister Frieda hosted us in another apartment right across the street. What a beautiful house, with many original ornaments. Toothbrush and soap was waiting for us, and a great bottle of sparkling water. The warmest welcome from her, we had a great stay and felt very welcome. The apartment she rents has a separate entrance in the hallway, your own room, kitchen, etc, with a separate bath-room. A great mix of old furniture and modern stuff. Thanks again Frieda for your kind trust & hospitality. Your place gave us the quiet and safe haven in a great week of New York Experiences.
Excellent host and apartment loction was great!
I would definitely recommend and I will use again if it is possible.
The studio on Jefferson Avenue did not live up to our expectations described on the web site. It was still under renovation and offered the bare minimum. The impression was dull and tired looking. Windows dirty and only one opened. Very difficult to find at night as there was no outside light. Lots of flaking paint, bare wires, and broken step.
Good value for money. Nice hostess. Friendly, helpful neighbors. Kitchen not so user friendly.
Goede prijs-kwaliteit verhouding. Aardige gastvrouw.
Vriendelijke, behulpzame buurtbewoners. Keuken niet zo gebruiksvriendelijk.
Very nice unf competent hosts with great commitment. Very centrally located apartment in Brooklyn with excellent train connection to Manhattan. Excellent restaurants nearby. Very safe and interesting environment see, recommended. Apartment is in places need of repair. Cleanliness could be improved.
Sehr nette unf kompetente Gastgeber mit viel Engagement.
Sehr zentral gelegene Wohnung in Brooklyn mit bester S-Bahnanbindung nach Manhatten.
Ausgezeichneten Restaurants in nächster Umgebung.
Sehr sichere und interessante Umgebung, seht empfehlenswert.
Appartment ist stellenweise reperaturbedürftig. Sauberkeit liesse sich verbessern.
The only problem we had was that Stephen contacted us the day before our arrival and told us to go to a different address. As I had googled where we thought we would stay this was disconcerting, but the new apartment was better than the other one, VERY close to the subway, a good cafe and shops. The apartment was lovely and we had a great time.
good apartment, near a little less, daytime ok but evening prefer a taxi.
goed appartement, buurt wat minder, overdag ok maar 's avonds liever met een taxi.
Mi esposa y yo la pasamos genial en este lugar. Stephen , su esposa y su familia son personas muy decentes y atentas.
El apartamento esta en una zona bonita de Brooklyn, con acceso al subway , la verdad nos ahorramos mucho dinero en transporte.
Todo excelente , ellos son personas trabajadoras y que lo hacen sentir bien a uno.
Reviews for this host's other properties
First, the neigberhood! Amazing, its just after that we realise it was in the childhood of our favorite hip hop artists. The owner was friendly and easygoing, she gave us all the indications that we needed. Métro station by 10 minutes walks. If you dont wanna return un Manhattan for the dinner, you can have wathever you want for good restaurants, less than 15 minutes walk. The only bad comment i can say is that the appartement miss some finished on the details like paint and materials... Overall it was just what we need for 2 nights. I would come again for sure, more for the environnement itselfe than the appartement who was actully great but mot more than that for the price.
I booked this studio for the 30th of July 2015 for me, my husband and my son. The host Stephen sent his friend Daphne to open the studio for us, but when we got there we noticed that the studio was really dirty, needing a lot of conservation, lights were broken, window so dirty you almost could not see through it, the mattress was incredibly old, not to speak about the dirty third bed which mattress was impossible to sleep so bad it was its condition!
Daphne was very very nice and called the host on her own telephone and put us on line. Stephen did not wanted us to stay for only one night because he had somebody interested on the studio for the next day, so we agreed together that we would not stay and he would refund us through Paypal.
Wimdu could check the veracity of these facts simply calling Daphne which phone number is on my Wimdu's inbox, on my talks to the host Stephen.
But know he does not answer my phone calls or inbox contacts. I have opened a dispute through Paypal but they did not ask me for any proof and denied to give me back the $242, giving the success of the cause to WIMDU!
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History and High Stakes in Atlantic City
Bally's Atlantic City Hotel & Casino • Atlantic City, NJ
Escape Kit
- A Two-Night Stay for Two, Sundays through Thursdays, in a Dennis Luxury Tower Room with a 2 p.m. Late Checkout ($119)
- Or, a Two-Night Stay for Two, Fridays and Saturdays, in a Dennis Luxury Tower Room ($329)
- One Daily $15 Beverage Credit at Casino Bar
- $15 Food and Beverage Credit
- Included Parking
- Combine Vouchers to Stay for Up to Six Nights
The Destination
When it comes to all-American resort towns, it doesn't get much better than Atlantic City. For more than a century, shore-seekers have flocked to AC for its deep beaches, saltwater taffy, and can-do spirit—the country's first boardwalk and the world's first seaside amusement pier were built here. The pier was recently closed after sustaining damage from Hurricane Sandy, but its classic rides are sure to re-emerge taller and faster than ever. For those chasing more action than carnival games, the city is considered the gambling capital of the East Coast, with its neon-hued casinos dotting the skyline.
The Digs
Steps from Atlantic City's shopping, surf, and nightlife, it's hard to beat Bally's Atlantic City Hotel & Casino's location. Anchored at the intersection of Park Place and AC's historic boardwalk—the longest in the world—the boutique property houses a world-class spa, an action-packed casino, and a variety of mouthwatering dining options. Airy accommodations combine elegant décor and Art Deco touches with plenty of amenities, including flat-screen TVs and plush bedding, while trendy common areas are ideal for enjoying a cocktail or mapping out a classic day on the Shore.
The Diversions
• The Pier Shops at Caesars
• The Spa at Bally's
• Atlantic City Boardwalk
• Bally's Casino
"Rooms come in a variety of styles at this property: the 1860 Dennis Hotel, incorporates traditional and contemporary interior schemes; Claridge Tower rooms are bright and airy; Garden Tower rooms are spacious; and Bally's Tower rooms go Art Deco."-- Read Fodor's Review of Bally's Atlantic City
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#11 Sun 18 Nov 12 4:00pm
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Re: Borlotti beans
Dear jelovatt:
Man, talk about missing the point. It's about the food, not the man's accent. I watch him from another country and find his accent charming and don't need some speech monitor to tell me or anyone else how things should be said.
And while we're at it, oh language policeperson....
spelt is a type of wheat, 'spelled' is to mis-spell a word, which one doesn't do 'wrongly', one does incorrectly.
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Re: Borlotti beans
It is not just Mr Oliver who drops letters when he is speaking , this often happens , It happens on a great many TV shows , including the BBC , it happens on the radio , on films DVD's etc etc.
The dropping of letters in words is very regional and I do not consider it sloppy speach these days.
Some regions drop t's some drop h's , some regions elongate vowels .
I have found here in Wales that the will say things like cool prunounced as ' cooo-well'
and school as 'scooo- well' as well as dropping some letters or mutiating others.
Does it realy matter as long as the person speaking can be understood.
#13 Sun 18 Nov 12 4:53pm
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Re: Borlotti beans
Kerwood, I actually made exactly the same comments as yours but I deleted them as I didn't want to buy further into a flame war.
As Mummza has said, does it really matter so long as we can understand the words spoken?
For me, no.
It is all about the food, surely.
#14 Sun 18 Nov 12 6:43pm
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Re: Borlotti beans
I agree its all about the food .
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The mission of the All Campus Leadership Conference is to provide a FREE, one day leadership development opportunity for Ball State students. The conference is sponsored by the Office of Student Life, Omicron Delta Kappa, and Excellence in Leadership.
Conference Goals and Theme
The 2016 theme is The Package Deal.
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On March 11, 2011, residents throughout the Pacific and on the mainland's west coast braced themselves for a tsunami, generated from a destructive 9.0 magnitude earthquake off the northeastern coast of Japan. While the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center took the lead in alerting ocean-side venues, it was a training facility nestled in Mānoa Valley, led by University of Hawai'i researchers, that has been working behind the scenes daily to make sure response to such natural disasters is adept and widespread.
At the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center (NDPTC) at the Mānoa Innovation Center, Executive Director and UH Mānoa Professor Karl Kim and his team routinely provide all-hazards training throughout the U.S. and its territories, with an emphasis on natural hazards in island and coastal communities. NDPTC is one of seven federally funded members of the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium, which collectively conduct research to develop and deliver disaster training for responders, decision-makers, policy analysts and urban planners—ensuring that they are prepared to respond in an event of a catastrophe.
Among the many ongoing training courses offered at the NDPTC is a FEMA-certified Tsunami Awareness course (AWR-217) that provides a basic understanding of tsunamis, hazard assessment, warning and dissemination, and community response strategies to effectively reduce tsunami risk. The goal of the 8-hour course is to enhance participants' abilities to support their organizational preparedness and response efforts. No advanced knowledge and experience of tsunamis is required in order to sign up for the course.
Organizers note that effective response requires pre-event planning and preparation to ensure that the public knows what to do and where to evacuate before destructive waves arrive, and to know when it is all-clear and safe to return. "This is the first FEMA-certified course on tsunamis offered through NDPTC, which we developed because of the serious threat to Hawai'i and other Pacific island communities," said Kim. "We're fortunate to have a strong collaborative relationship with NOAA, International Tsunami Information Center, Pacific Services Center and the Pacific Risk Management 'ohana, as well as many other state and local agencies." Kim added that the NDPTC has worked with partners in American Samoa to have course materials translated into Samoan.
This month, trainings will be conducted and delivered to first-responders in American Samoa, Guam and Honolulu. Participants interested in signing up for the Honolulu course on March 30 can go to http://ndptc.hawaii.edu/training.html. To learn more about the National Disaster Preparedness Training Center, visit http://ndptc.hawaii.edu/index.php.
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The Olive Tree
Size16 m²
Floor No.
- Family/child friendly
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Towels
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast
Accommodation summary
|Canning St, 3054 Carlton North, Australia
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|Private room
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" A fine coherent design that showcases light, champions form as well as function, and sits perfectly apposite to its smart inner-urban locale.....It's also very green here with solar power, hot water, hydronic heating and double glazing......A beautiful sculptured black balustrade infuses the space with dramatic intensity. Upstairs the treetops and rooflines of Carlton and beyond spread across every window, from the excellent shower to the bedroom.
Air conditioned bedroom with own bathroom
We provide excellent Continental breakfast, including a choice of fresh fruit at no extra cost. Also, we are willing to pick up guests at The Southern Cross Railway Station if guests decide to use the bus service (rather than taxi) from the airport. And, of course, we return guest there at the end of their stay.
Carlton North is a nineteenth century quarter of Melbourne, 2 km from the Central Business District, within walking distance from the University of Melbourne and other leading educational and medical institutions.
308 Canning Street is located in a quiet tree lined street with no through traffic and a designated bicycle track to the City.
Rathdowne Village
Twelve coffee shops serving breakfast and light food one block from the house (Melbourne is the coffee capital of Australia)
Nine restaurants - including Italian Lebanese Spanish Indian and Thai cuisines.
Fine public library opposite charming Curtain Square Gardens
Two pick-up spots for hire cars.
New Carlton gymnasium and heated swimming pool three minutes away.
Marvellous Melbourne (a popular expression created in 1880s)
Only two kilometres away.
Two tram routes and one bus route , all available one block from the house will take you to the CBD
An exclusive offer indeed. North Carlton is a charming oasis from where you make your forays to Melbourne (and beyond)
Looking forward to meeting you.
House rules
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Reviews of this property
I was only two full days in Melbourne and did not want one of these unpersonnal hotels. The place 'the olive tree' of don and jan was a lovely place to be. A quite victorian area close to melbourne (only 15 minutes with tram 96). The house build and decorated with taste. The room simple and fine with light bathroom. Jan and don were very friendly and edicated. Don did bring me to the city twice. They looked aftrr me a bid. Great breakfast with muesli, different yogurts etc. In other words a place to remember
Only a short stay at the olive tree with Don unfortunatly. The most friendly and welcoming people in melbourne felt completely at home in their house. Would recomend anyone to stay there.
Thank you Don for everything your accomodation and meeting you made our weekend.
Don and Janet are very friendly hosts. They worked very hard to us, gave us good advice and prepares a wonderful breakfast. In an increasingly well-kept room we slept well. In modern separate Bathroom we could refresh ourselves. Your home and garden that we could use with, are very attractively decorated The house is quietly located next to a park, from there you can easily reach all the important points in Melbourne. Despite our somewhat lueckenhaften English we had some intresting conversation and have discovered many similarities in our private and professional lives.
We can stay with Jan and Don unreservedly recommend it are wonderful people.
Tungsten and Dagmar from Germany-Spain
Don and Janet are very friendly hosts. They made much efforts for us, gave us good tips and prepared a wonderful breakfast. We slept well in a well-tended bedroom. In a modern separate bathroom We could refresh us. Their house and garden, Which They shared with us, is designed very pleasant. The house is situated near a public park and calm you can reach all important spots in Melbourne very quickly. Although our English is not so good, we had many interesting conversations and discover a lot of things Could in common.
We may recommend staying at Don's absolutely and Jan's accommodation, They are wonderful people.
Tungsten and Dagmar from Germany-Spain
Don und Janet sind sehr freundliche Gastgeber. Sie haben sich sehr um uns bemueht, uns gute Tipps gegeben und ein wunderbares Fruehstueck bereitet. In einem immer gepflegtem Zimmer haben wir gut geschlafen. Im modernen separaten Bathroom konnten wir uns erfrischen. Ihr Haus und Garten, die wir mit benutzen durften, sind sehr ansprechend gestaltet Das Haus liegt ruhig in der Naehe eines Parks, von dort aus erreicht man schnell alle wichtigen Punkte in Melbourne. Trotz unseres etwas lueckenhaften Englisch hatten wir manche intressante Gespraeche und haben viele Gemeinsamkeiten in unserem privaten und beruflichen Leben entdeckt.
Wir koennen den Aufenthalt bei Jan und Don uneingeschraenkt empfehlen, es sind wunderbare Menschen.
Wolfram und Dagmar aus Deutschland-Spanien
Don and Janet are very friendly hosts. They made much efforts for us, gave us good tips and prepared a wonderful breakfast. We slept well in a well-tended bedroom. In a separate modern bathroom we could refresh us. Their house and garden, which they shared with us, is designed very pleasant. The house is situated calm near a public park and you can reach all important spots in Melbourne very quickly. Although our English is not so good, we had many interesting conversations and could discover a lot of things in common.
We may recommend absolutely staying at Don's and Jan's accommodation, they are wonderful people.
Wolfram and Dagmar from Germany-Spain
It was a warm experience to stay with Don and Jan, we felt most welcome.
The room was lovely and the bathroom outstanding, could recomment it to everybody.
Graceous and generous hosts, Don and Jan could not have been more welcoming and helpful. Long term residents of this very urbane Melbourne area North Carlton reminiscent of Paris with its wide streets and oak trees, and Italy with its famous Italian fare, they could recommend resturants for dinner, pastries to nibble over great coffee all about, boutiques for shoes! and the marvellous Nova cinema with its Art House films. Film buffs delight, to mention but a few.
Transport knowledge and use of the Melbourne transport card "Myki" which the hosts supplied for our convenience, made the city and beyond accessible. We just topped up the card throughout. We also had a leisurely walk one sunny morning to downtown.
Due to one of us falling ill Don exceeded the normal host call-of-duty when he booked his doctor for us and drove and collected us. Much appreciated, as otherwise being debilitated would have interferred with or curtailed our holiday.
Inside their lovely home, the bedroom and bathroom are privately located upstairs.
Arriving in this coolish but sunny climate from a tropical country we were temperature sensitive and fortunately were able to make use of the heating and air conditioning. There is a ceiling fan for summer time too.
After a very comfortable sleep, Jan supplied a breakfast of fruit and yoghurt, and Don had whipped down to the local bakery and purchased fresh bread which we topped with their very favourite Dutch cheeses procured from the iconic Victoria Market. We gladly took a trip also to the market with Don driving to soak up the Easter frenzy. We could not resist more Dutch Cheese (Midnight Blue..hope you two enjoyed the remains), and various French varieties and deli items along with the very special Good Friday Fish. A very continental and leisurely breakfast ensued at their family dining table, repeated most mornings.
We enjoyed a sense of home, nibbling on cookies Jan had baked, as all chatted back and forth as our hosts went about their daily business. We learnt so much from Don's vast experiences. Thank you Don and good luck with the forthcoming publication of your book.
Cheers and we enjoyed the nightcap.
See you and Jan next time we touch Australian shores
Fabulous location. This property is close to the CBD and some terrific wine bars and Restraunt's. It's location also provides a peaceful and serene refuge even though it offers all of the above mentioned benefits.
Don is a delightful host who is most welcoming and helpful with suggestions of good eateries and local attractions.
Clean and a most adequate continental breakfast was served each morning. We will most certainly be back.
Just a 10 minutes ride with the tram from CBD in a quiet victorian street you will find perfect Melbourne hosts Don and Jan in their jewell of home which they are willing to share with you. Excellent bars, coffee shops and restaurants are around the corner. Don and Jan will help you with anything that might come up and give you great insight regarding life in Melbourne. I hope to be able to return one day.
We stayed one week at Jan and Don's place just after we have arrived in Melbourne. The house is warm and thoughtfully decorated and the room is clean and cosy. The bathroom is bright and shiny as sunlight floods it through a big window. The house is just the right place to stay and feel comfortable!
It's just one minute away from the lively Rathdowne Street in North Carlton with really good restaurants. You can even have a nice walk to Lygon Street, Brunswick Street, Gertrude Street or Smith Street or even CBD, or if you prefer to take the tram, it's just a few steps from the house.
The hosts will give you a warm welcome when you stay with them and you will immediately realize that they are real locals who are happy to share all you would like to know about Melbourne! They make you feel at home and you have time to relax.
We really had a perfect stay and can highly recommend The Olive Tree. Thanks a lot for everything! Vielen herzlichen Dank für alles! Michael und Leonie
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January 31, 1969
New York, NY US
Fillmore East
Includes: Train Kept a Rollin', I Can't Quit You Baby, Dazed and Confused, White Summer / Black Mountainside, Communication Breakdown, You Shook Me, Babe I'm Gonna Leave You, Pat's Delight (drum solo), How Many More Times (incl. Season of the Witch).
Two Shows: 8pm & 11:30pm. Zeppelin open for Iron Butterfly during this two night stand in New York.
Click here to view the concert programme. (flipbook)
PRESS REVIEWS: Led Zeppelin: Fillmore East, NY. On the strength of Led Zeppelin's debut LP on Atlantic, we dragged ourselves off a sickbed to venture down to the East Village rock showcase to see what they were like in person. It would make an interesting story indeed to be able to say that after hearing them perform, we were dancing in the aisles and subsequently ran all the way home. Suffice to say that the thought entered our mind, and though the spirit was willing, the flesh was weak.
In other words, through the Zeppelin album is very, very good, the group in person is even better and the excitement they generate hasn't been felt in the Fillmore since the last appearance of Big Brother & the Holding Company.
Vocalist Robert Plant falls into the Terry Reid class (a nice class indeed), but the group's musical talents are in a class by themselves and the combination of the two can only indicate super-stardom. A subtle hint of the group's quickly growing status can be found in the fact that while their album had only been out a week and a half, fully half the audience was familiar with it. Need we say more? [Cashbox / Feb. 1969]
INSIDE NEW YORK: Led Zeppelin is by far one of the best groups on the scene today. In the short time they've' been together, they have had phenomenal success in both personal appearances and record sales in the U.S. Within a few weeks, their LP is in the top twenty on the national charts and is still climbing rapidly. Their first concert at the Fillmore East in NY several weeks ago brought the roof down.
Their opening number at the Fillmore was the "Train Kept a Rollin," an old Yardbird's tune. (Incidentally, Jimmy played on the original version recorded by Lord Sutch about four years ago.) It really got things rolling as they proceeded to create a total sensual experience in sight and sound. "Dazed and Confused" resembles a musical battle as Plant's shrill cries and Page's piercing tones mimic and answer each other in perfect time. Jimmy switched to acoustical guitar for his solo, "Black Mountain Side." Everyone left the stage, all the lights dimmed except for one spotlight on Jimmy seated on a chair. This was the only moment of the concert that it remained completely silent. The audience seemed mesmerized watching him. Again they broke into a hard rock number with "Communication Breakdown." Their version of "You Shook Me" was exceptional. Plant's vocal on "How Many More Times" and "Babe, I'm Gonna Leave You" was nothing short of SUPERHUMAN. UNBELIEVABLE!!!! "I Can't quit You Babe" was done in a slow, grinding blues tempo with Page breaking into another solo. Drummer Bonham was then given the stage for his extraordinary solo which lasted about 15 minutes .and
their seats. Their last song was "Season of the Witch" and it set the listeners into a frenzy.
It was definitely one of the most exciting shows I've ever seen. They left NY to do a tour of the states. This is a group that has to be seen! (BY DENISE KELLY, World Countdown, Feb. 1969)
(NME) As expected, Led Zeppelin destroyed the audience at the Fillmore East last weekend. Second show Friday night they remained onstage for 90 minutes of absolutely incredible musicianship up and down the entire blues scene.
The group's success here - their first album swung into both charts this week with sales figures well over 100,000 - was marred only by the fact that John Bonham, 21-year-old drummer had to return to England suddenly after his small child (Jason) had an accident that required stitches in his head. But he flew back in time for the Zeppelin's concert's in Chicago at the weekend. (J. Harris, NME, Feb. 1969)
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Wow. I can't believe I saw
Wow. I can't believe I saw them so long ago. The show was amazing. They were the lead in group for Iron Butterfly, but when they played, it was clear the music was going to stay with us a long, long time.
I went to the midnight show. Awesome.


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The dark side of cleverness.
The dark side of cleverness.
"I have captured a great jungle lion. Every minute I am not wired one million dollars from someone, I will shave a line of beautiful majestic fur from his body. In exactly 24 hours i will place the cat back in the wild IN THE NUDE. He will be teased, hounded, ridiculed and humiliated till his face turns red. This will be your fault. COULD YOU LIVE WITH THAT? You have 24 hours, no cops or ill shave a rabbit too."
Not random garbage tongue, actual genius at work. Anti-Clever.
Not random garbage tongue, actual genius at work. Anti-Clever.
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"Paradise" 3-bedroom APT, Beach, WiFi
Size84 m²
Floor No.5
- Family/child friendly
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Balcony/terrace
- Towels
- Pets allowed
Accommodation summary
|Av. Mediterraneo, 46011 Valencia, Spain
|Property type
|Property ID
|Acceptance rate
|Response time
|A few hours
|Calendar updated
|More than half a year ago
Beautiful newly renovated apartment, has 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 WC, 1 bathroom, lots of natural light with very comfortable double beds and cotton bed linen. Fully equipped kitchen. Wi-Fi unlimited and high speed available throughout the apartment. Unique style of the apartment and attention to details will make you feel even more comfortable then in 5 star hotel.
Free parking spaces are available throughout the neighbourhood.
Mercadona (large groceries shop) are just around the corner. The "Mercado Cabanyal" is a traditional Spanish market and can be found at the top of the street. Perfect if you want to try and buy delicious delicacies such as Jamon, Chorizo and wonderful fresh fish at very reasonable prices.
Lots cafe and bars are welcome to explore throughout the long Valencia beach promenade. 3 km of the wide beach with perfect sand and shallow water is waiting for you. In the August water is about 25 C.
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Oven
- Microwave
- Air-conditioner (hot/cold)
- Laundry machine
- Hair drier
- Iron
Basic essentials are available:
- tea and coffee
- olive oil & spices
- shower gel and soup
- Bedsheets and towels
Highy recommended try breakfast in cafe "Durban sobores" behind the corner. Delicious coffee & tostados con tomato, cost only 1,50 Try in the city at lunch time menu del dia (starter, main, desert) for only 7-10 eur
Free disco at ARIBar at the port, up the steps big white building
Metro has direct line to the airport (25 min) and city centre (10 min). Bus stop is around the corner, easy to get to Oceanografic and city center.
There are several "Valenbisi" bike stands also nearby. Bikes are free for the first 30 mins! Great way to get around the city and explore Valencia.
I always in touch with my guests prior and after arrival. I want to be sure my guest are settle comfortable and have everything needed.
House rulesNo smoking area
|Weekly rate for up to 2 guests
|Monthly rate for up to 2 guests
|Price for > 2 guests
|$ 9 US per guest/night extra
|Check-in after
|On arrangement
|Check-in before
|On arrangement
|Check-out before
|On arrangement
|Cancellation Policy
Reviews of this property
Nice decorated flat with enough space.the kitchen can use a bigger table, if you stay with more then 2 its to small.there are only 2 relax chairs.the bedrooms are really lovely and spacious. Easy acces to shops,beach,market,metro.
Its a common neighbourhood with a lot of noise.
The flat is on the Fifth flour and no elevator! There was no contact with the host accept handing over the key.
Overall a good flat for a good price.
Bell'appartamento, con tutto a disposizione, anche ombrellone. A 300 metri la spiaggia, il supermarket (Mercadona) e il mercato di quartiere. Linee bus e tram per Valencia frequenti a 200 e 400 metri. Metrò diretta per aeroporto a meno di un kilometro. Unica pecca 5 piani senza ascensore....le valige pesano!!
Beautiful apartment with all included, beach umbrella and toys too. At 300 metres beach, supermarket and a market. Buses and tram for Valencia center at 200 or 400 metres every 10 minute. Underground to airport at 1 kilometers. Only a problem, 5 floor without lift (elevator)... baggage are heavy!
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The only positive about this apartment was the price and its proximity to the beach. Terrible internet, uncomfortable bed, cheap and half broken kitchen ware and a blind in the sitting room that doesn't close. Without a diffuser the place smells of sewage, despite it being all the way up on the 5th floor (conveniently no mention of that in the advert).
On arrival I was just handed the key by someone who left as soon as I stept through the door. No tour, explaining, or wecome of some sort (so also no way of determining breakages or problems that are already there and you can be accused of after!)
The apartment block is very very noisy. I think we were sandwiched between 2 families who argued all the time, to the extend you wanted to call either the police or social services. Nothing worse to be forced to listen to whilst lying in bed, or having dinner.
Our stay at this apartment served a purpose, we know Valencia pretty well, but for a lovely relaxing holiday, this would certainly not be my choice. Probably the worst we stayed in so far.
This apartment is not as it was presented and is overpriced.
On the 5th floor of a poorly lit and maintained staircase.street level door is rarely locked.Furnishings are very basic,old and tired. No t.v. There is insufficient chairs for the number of people it accommodates.
Other listings on Wimdu for half the price.
Very disappointing.
Great Sunny appartment.. but not hot... 2 big bedrooms, seperate kitchen, clean , enough to cook, nice bathroom , good shower, near the beach, and shops, 5 minutes walk and also near the busses to the city centre and..... WIFI; We loved it;
An 8 for everything!!. Malina also so send someone to pick us up , after we took the wrong way when we came..
Unfortunately we have to announce that there were some flaws in the apartment: - shower was hot 30 sec. - Toilet bowl was loose - no television. - Pity there is one chair on the balcony. - The air conditioning can only briefly. We also had the sense to us!
Helaas moeten wij mededelen dat er wel wat gebreken waren aan het appartement: - douche was 30 sec warm. - wc pot zat los - geen televisie. - jammer dat er één stoeltje staat op het balkon. - de airco kan maar kort aan. Verder hebben we het naar ons zin gehad!
The apartment is large and bright and very well served by public transport. With the bus one is in 10 minutes in the old town and the tram in 25 minutes on the beach. In the immediate vicinity there is everything you could need to live. However, the apartment is on the fifth floor without elevator (!). This is with suitcases, but also for people who are not so good on foot, a real problem. The decor is probably okay for Spanish standards. I still bought some kitchen utensils such as pan, knives etc. During our stay we have tried in vain, with the owner to get in touch. All in all there room for improvement, but overall the price / performance ratio was not great when, at least well enough. I would definitely rent this apartment again.
Die Wohnung ist groß und hell und sehr gut angebunden an öffentliche Verkehrsmittel. Mit dem Bus ist man in 10 Minuten in der Altstadt und mit der Tram in 25 Minuten am Strand. In unmittelbarer Nähe gibt es alles, was man so zum Leben braucht. Allerdings liegt die Wohnung im fünften Stock ohne Lift(!).Das ist mit Koffern, aber auch für Leute, die nicht so gut zu Fuß sind, ein echtes Problem. Die Ausstattung ist für spanische Verhältnisse wohl okay. Ich habe dennoch einige Küchenutensilien wie Pfanne, Messer etc gekauft. Während unseres Aufenthaltes haben wir vergeblich versucht, mit der Vermieterin Kontakt auf zu nehmen. Alles in allem ist da Luft nach oben, aber insgesamt war das Preis/Leistungsverhältnis wenn auch nicht super, so doch ausreichend gut. Ich würde das Apartment durchaus wieder mieten.
we were good, nice and functional apartment near the beach of the malvarrosa. we near market, bus stop, taxi stop, tobacco etc.. only flaw fourth floor but WITHOUT ELEVATOR!! o_O
ci siamo trovati bene, appartamento carino e funzionale vicino la spiaggia della malvarrosa. vicino avevamo market, fermata bus, fermata taxi, tabacchi ecc.
unica pecca quarto piano ma SENZA ASCENSORE !!!! o_O
For Sant Joan Bosco, Valencia
First, The Wimdu process/system works very well. The transaction was easy, the communication good, the transfer of keys upon arrival, prompt.
I liked the location although it might give a newcomer pause. The neighborhood is plain-- not trendy or upscale by any means.
However, the neighborhood shops were great. I got shirts and pants at a local shop for about half the price of El Corte Ingles near city center.
Two supermarkets are within easy reach. Fruits and vegetable stands abound, although there was one small stand in particular where the owner was cheerful and friendly and patient with my pitifully small Spanish.
I am not Muslim, but I frequently stopped at a Halal Carnicaria on the same block-- the owner speaks English, French and Arabic and, of course, Spanish.
In fact, all the proprietors in the neighborhood were friendly and helpful without all that frantic shop, shop, shop near downtown's Colon area.
The metro is close, good and inexpensive-- get a ten card for 70 cent rides. The 6 train will take you directly to the beach. One connection to the 3 train at Benemaclet will take you to downtown with a 5-10 minute walk to Mercat Central.
The transportation system in Valencia is handicapped friendly-- perhaps more so than Madrid or even Berlin!
Busses abound, and the N2 night bus will get you from city center (in front of the Rialto Cinema) to within two blocks of the flat in about 15 minutes (although they run only every half hour at that time of night).
On the whole, we enjoyed the apartment although there were a few anomalies that the owner promised to address-- particularly, the air conditioner which is a must in July and August.
The spacious (by European standards) refrigerator must be set at the number 2 setting for proper cycling and defrost of the refrigerator section. This freezer section was very easy to defrost with a bowl of warm water in about 10-15 minutes.
The washing machine is a great convenience-- but follow the owner's instructions on the water softener and you will find you need only half the detergent you would normally use.
The front security door did not work, but the main door to the flat itself has an extraordinarily formidable deadbolt. Do not lose the key! ;-) It should be noted that I never felt any threat to our personal safety at any time day or night.
The oven should be carefully monitored on your first attempt of baking-- say a frozen pizza-- to make sure the thermostat is cycling properly.
The bidet drained slowly-- watch out! And one morning the toilet had difficulty in accepting a particularly generous donation-- a second flush might be in order.
On the other hand, the hot water is hot-- and plentiful; the wireless is easy to connect to and reliable; there are plenty of sheets and towels!
As you have probably gathered, this apartment is not upscale by any stretch of the imagination, but it is very spacious and the kitchen dining area is more than adequate.
Nonetheless, if you want to experience living like an everyday Valencian in an everyday Valencian neighborhood, this is the place.
This flat was one part of the absolutely marvelous month we spent in Valencia.
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