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Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Geoffrey Beene Men's Waffle Kimono Robe; Brand: ; Review: Fits like ninja apparel. I am good with the gi fit but all may not be. I am 5'11 and would easily fit someone much larger.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies KHAKI Men's Flat Front Pant - Regular Taper Fit; Brand: ; Review: Good fit waist and length. Soft. Somewhat wrinkle resistant and easy care(free) wash dry instructions; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MT510V2 Trail Shoe; Brand: ; Review: First pair of kicks with gel insoles. These are great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Front-Zip Hooded Jacket; Brand: ; Review: Very lightweight. Be sure that is what you are looking for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers USA Men's Braver Linares Slip-On Loafer; Brand: ; Review: Frequently wear skechers and these run about a half size too big... not a good thing for shoes that stay on with elastic.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Billina Boutique; City: Siem Reap Siem Reap Province; Review: We were in Siem Reap for a few days and this hotel was tucked away into a bit of a residential area. The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful, from the entrance to the pool, which was probably the highlight of the place. It feels like a getaway being extremely quiet and the lush greenery that surrounds everything. The hotel is about a 20minute walk into the city and to pub street but wouldn't recommend doing it when it's dark since it's not really a busy area at all. A 2USD tuk tuk ride gets you pretty well anywhere you want to go and there's always a few hanging outside of the hotel. If not, they can always call and get you one. The breakfast is nothing to write home about, but it was decent and filling to start the day. The rooms were fairly large and clean. We were on the main floor and didn't have any concerns. The only downside we found was the staff wasn't able to help much in suggesting things to do which we were fine researching on our own but we had hoped they would be able to recommend what was worth checking out and what wasn't. Not a big deal, but it would have been nice if they were able to give us a better idea. We do have to show a lot of gratitude to the staff that was working overnight/early morning on Nov 5 because the tuk tuk driver we had hired to take us to Angkor Wat for the sunset didn't bother showing up (missed his alarm apparently). So considering we were up at 4:30am and upset that we were going to miss the sunrise, the concierge was amazingly helpful in scrambling to find us a driver. He told us that unfortunately we won't be able to make the sunrise since we already missed our window to leave but he'll try and get us someone as soon as possible since we were ready to go. By 6am he found us a fantastic driver that spent the day taking us through the temples. We were super appreciative of him doing that for us when it wasn't really necessary.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SunsetLounge Guesthouse; City: Sihanoukville Sihanoukville Province; Review: Sihanoukville was a little beach break for us while travelling around and we loved this guesthouse. There's such a great laid back feel to the place which is extremely comforting and relaxing. The staff were incredibly attentive and friendly as were the owners. The rooms were comfortable, and the showers weren't exactly amazing, bu considering where you are and what you're doing, they're totally fine. You can tell the owners really take care of this place. We spent most of our time on the beach section that the hotel owns. It's equipped with tons of lounge chairs with umbrellas as well as a ton of hammocks. They staff will come and take orders from you on the beach as well. The food was absolutely incredible which was an asset because there really isn't much else in the area or that you really want to walk and leave to go to. From the coffees and fresh fruit smoothies to the curries, everything was delicious. We loved our stay here and didn't even bother checking out the islands because we were that comfortable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quynh Nhan Homestay; City: Hoi An Quang Nam Province; Review: We stayed at this homestay for 3 nights and absolutely loved it. The staff were extremely friendly, helpful and welcoming. They have motorbikes and bikes onsite that you can rent but you're really close to old town that it's a nice walk in. They were able to easily help us book a car last minute to go to marble mountain and get us a taxi whenever we needed. We did have breakfast there most days, nothing fancy but it's cheap and good enough to get your day started. They cook it as soon as you order and just add it as a tab to your room. The rooms were incredibly clean and we had a little balcony in our room that looked out to the front entrance which was beautiful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Arenal Green Hotel; City: La Fortuna de San Carlos Arenal Volcano National Park Province of Al; Review: Loved the location of this hotel, easy drive to all of the attraction we wanted to check out. The cabin we had was beautiful and clean. It was comfortable except for the fact that it gets cold at night. We were there at the end of March and found the nights super chilly. The cabins are open to outside air, like vents all over, and you can't close them. Only light blankets were available so we had to deck out in sweaters and pants at night. There is no one servicing at night, so we couldn't ask for extra blankets. And you will hear nature in the morning, it was fine for us, but if you need quiet nights and early mornings, probably not the spot for you unless you have earplugs! The Smoothie shop was phenomenal and highly recommend it. Breakfast was pretty good, the view made it that much better.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel Steakhouse; City: San Antonio De Belen Province of Heredia; Review: We stayed here just to be close to the airport and it was super pleasant. The hotel is tucked off a busy street and is maintained extremely well. The grounds are beautiful and there are pool tables and lounge areas. We stayed there when we arrived to san jose as well as just before we flew out, and both rooms were great. The breakfast selection was amazing and was a great start to our costa Rican vacation. We had a car so was able to drive around for food and activities. TO be warned, we took an alternate route back to the hotel during one situation, and was surprised that the neighborhoods surrounding the hotel were a little less than safe... that being said, the hotel is fenced off and we would have never known unless we ventured off. The hotel entrance gates are closed at night, and there's guard that will open it for you if you're a guest. We loved our stay and would definitely go back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cadet Hotel; City: Miami Beach Florida; Review: We stayed in South Beach for a couple nights and thought this was a great stay. It's in a great location close to the shops, beach and the nightlife. It was a good distance away from the hot spot of ocean drive that made for a nice walk at night. The hotel was super quaint and on the Saturday there was a Pianist playing in the lobby. The hotel provides beach chairs and towels across the way for free which is amazing. The room was really cozy but pleasant. There were beautiful little touches throughout the room which was fantastic, chocolate kisses and fresh fruit on the tables, the lavender in the curtains, and the shelf with a ton of books. My biggest issue was that we were on the main floor, at the end of the hall, but the age of the hotel made you feel like people were talking in your room. My boyfriend asked in the morning "if there was a town hall meeting going on outside our room". There's a lot of hustle and bustle on the main floor and everyone has to pass by your room to get to the exit, it gets loud. But I also assume that means that anyone in the hallway can hear everything from inside your room. Only time this was nice was when there was the band in the lobby, didn't have to leave our room to hear it crystal clear.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carrick Plaza Suites by theKeyCollection; City: Carrick on Shannon County Leitrim Western Ire; Review: We were attending a wedding in Leitrim and stayed for a night but it was comfortable, spacious and very welcoming. The skylights in the rooms were a great touch, although it does make for a couple bonks of the head if you're not comfortable! It was a pleasant stay, and the staff were super helpful and friendly. We even tried to change a reservation at a different hotel so we could stay here again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scirocco Apartments; City: Fira Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: We were in Santorini for 4 days and the stay was made far better by this hotel. The location is absolutely perfect and the hosts were fantastic. From setting up the booking to accomodating and helping us each day, we don't have a single complaint. The view from our room was absolutely spectacular and worth every penny. Can't rave enough about the staff, everyone was super friendly and helpful. And a big thanks to Eddie for lugging our luggage around to and from our taxi through the stairs and winding streets!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Horizon Hotel; City: Folegandros Cyclades South Aegean; Review: Such a charming little hotel just on the outside of the town centre. The view was incredible of the church at the top of the hill. It was super quiet and very accessible. The host was fantastic and picked us up and dropped us off to the port at no extra cost. The rooms were spacious and clean. It was a great experience!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa Mary Elen; City: Pollonia Milos Cyclades South Aegean; Review: We were in Milos for 4 days and enjoyed our stay at the hotel. We had a very spacious room with a balcony with a lake view. The hotel is located in the corner of the island so there are some incredible views off the property. The host was able to help set us up with a car rental at a good rate. The way the rooms are setup, you might be able to accidentally see into someone else's bathroom or balcony etc, so just worthwhile to pay attention to where windows open up to!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Acropolis Stay; City: Athens Attica; Review: We stayed here on arrival and departure from Greece and was thoroughly surprised. Staff were extremely helpful and the room was modern and super comfortable. We arrived in the morning and our room wasn't ready yet so we were able to clean up a little bit and store our luggage while we wandered. The staff recommended some fantastic restaurants as well which we enjoyed. The location is excellent, in Plaka and a few minutes walk from the acropolis site. Tons of restaurants and little shops nearby. I want to point out that we forgot to communicate that we were arriving late to the hotel the second time around and messaged the hotel via booking.com a few hours before we were flying out from the islands. The response was fantastic, i received an email from the hotel, a text and a voicemail indicating how we can get into our room when staff wasn't present. They went above and beyond and it was much appreciated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rosales Plaza; City: Bogota; Review: We stayed in this hotel for 4 days and had a great experience. We found the staff extremely helpful, booking trips for us as well as helping us get tickets for various shows we wanted to see. It's in an absolutely fantastic area, tons of restaurants around, supermarket across the street and we just took an uber or a taxi to wherever we wanted to go. We opted to have breakfast at the hotel most mornings and it was a great buffet, definitely worth the price for the quality. Very safe area to walk around in, and would definitely recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel bh El Poblado; City: Medellin Antioquia Department; Review: We stayed in Medellin for a couple days and this hotel was a great base spot. The Metro was about a 10 minute walk from it which made the rest of the city extremely accessible. There is a mall out front and many restaurant choices within walking distance as well as a major grocery store. The staff were helpful and very nice. The rooms were clean, and the view from the restaurant was amazing. It was a safe area to walk around in at night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hudson Hawk (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lawnmower Man (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under Siege (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moonstruck (1987); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The English Patient (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bodyguard (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tommy Boy (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Crying Game: Collector's Edition (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Legends of the Fall (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Midsummer Night's Dream (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eyes Wide Shut (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Riverdance (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: From Dusk Till Dawn (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Thin Red Line (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy Quest (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cabaret (1972); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Postman (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bowfinger (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blair Witch Project (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Summer of Sam (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Haunting (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rambo: First Blood: Ultimate Edition (1982); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kingpin (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dune (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dungeons & Dragons (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vertical Limit (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unbreakable (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Snatch (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: XChange (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Croupier (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The House of Seven Corpses (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Horror Express (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Arabian Nights (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: O Brother (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nightfall (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Tailor of Panama (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: What Planet Are You From? (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Lost Son (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Contender (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evolution (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cold Blooded (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Ghost of Spoon River (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Almost Famous (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fifth Element (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Just Visiting (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mimic 2: Hardshell (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghosts of Mars (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 13 Ghosts (1960); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exit Wounds (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Pledge (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hearts in Atlantis (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hangman (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angel Eyes (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Dish (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Waiting for Guffman (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: One Night at McCool's (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Stranger in the Kingdom (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sexy Beast (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 4 Dogs Playing Poker (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Running Mates (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Once in the Life (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Absence of the Good (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Trixie (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Full Eclipse (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Caveman's Valentine (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Immortality (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tigerland (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Curse of the Jade Scorpion (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Forsaken (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Game of Death (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Princess and the Warrior (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Novocaine (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Essex Boys (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stendhal Syndrome (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Chain of Command (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Antitrust (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The One (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: O (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bad Moon (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Eternal (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: 25th Anniversary (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Wasn't There (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rollerball (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Resident Evil (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Backbone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inferno (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moon 44 (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Nest (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blade 2 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Corky Romano (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Shipping News (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cat's Meow (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barcelona (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Epoch (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lone Star (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frailty (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Human Nature (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: He Loves Me (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Analyze That (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Boa (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Man Apart (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clockstoppers (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timeline (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Space: 1999 (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Lives of Dentists (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Diamond Men (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Asunder (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: True Lies (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Duplex (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alien: Resurrection: Collector's Edition (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: There's Something About Mary: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hellboy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Larry the Cable Guy: Git-R-Done (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spartan (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Thelma & Louise: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Ten Yards (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shade (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: The Talons of Weng-Chiang (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Army of Darkness (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jeff Foxworthy: Totally Committed (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jeff Foxworthy: You Might Be a Redneck / Check Your Neck (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: The Stones of Blood (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: The Pirate Planet (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gift (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Taking Lives (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Transporter (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Johnson Family Vacation (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Man on the Train (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: My Baby's Daddy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freaks (1932); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Human Stain (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Punisher (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ron White: They Call Me "Tater Salad" (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highwaymen (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Luther (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Exorcist: The Beginning (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Alamo (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hebrew Hammer (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Close Your Eyes (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sister Helen (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Chicks (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Clearing (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Around the World in 80 Days (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catwoman (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Raising Helen (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Without a Paddle (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Grudge (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Second Sight: Series 1 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Who: Spearhead from Space (1970); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ju-on: The Grudge (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Second Sight: Series 2 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hero (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paparazzi (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Scotland (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Million Dollar Hotel (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Assault on Precinct 13 (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eulogy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Singing Detective (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Be Cool (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Heart Huckabees (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Jacket (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cursed (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wicker Park (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Taxi (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 5ive Days to Midnight (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Woman Thou Art Loosed (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Dwarf: Series 1 (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Salem's Lot (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kung Fu Hustle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Resurrection (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citizen X (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Lights (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Maria Full of Grace (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Layer Cake (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Word Wars (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Dwarf: Series 2 (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Earthsea (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Dwarf: Series 3 (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deacons for Defense (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Latin Kings: A Street Gang Story (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Birth (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Suspect Zero (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kingdom of Heaven (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: After the Sunset (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Dwarf: Series 4 (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elektra (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House of Flying Daggers (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 11:14 (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Assassination of Richard Nixon (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Russell Athletic Men's Dri-Power Open Bottom Sweatpants with Pockets; Brand: ; Review: Love the thick fabric; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Science Doesn’T Give A Shit What You Believe Atheist T-Shirt; Brand: Think Out Loud Apparel; Review: The most favorite shirt I have; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timberland Women's Crew Boot Sock 4-Pack, Assorted Navy, One Size; Brand: ; Review: Wife loves them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MT410V4 Trail-Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Badass looking shoes. Great for walking,running, hiking. Very comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MT410V4 Trail-Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Badass looking shoes. Great for walking,running, hiking. Very comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MT410V4 Trail-Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Badass looking shoes. Great for walking,running, hiking. Very comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MT410V4 Trail-Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Badass looking shoes. Great for walking,running, hiking. Very comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MT410V4 Trail-Running Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Badass looking shoes. Great for walking,running, hiking. Very comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Russell Athletic Men's Dri-Power Pullover Fleece Hoodie; Brand: ; Review: Love these hoodies! Ive bought three different ones so far, they are well made for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Darlings of Paranormal Romance (Anthology) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Chrissy Peebles Page; Review: I'm a big fan of paranormal romance, and had hoped to find some new authors to follow via this Anthology. Sadly, the first chapter was so ridiculously bad, I had to bail out.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Search (The Empire Chronicles Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Alyssa Rose Ivy Page; Review: Really enjoy this continuing series...this author has created clear characters, relationships, and action that keeps me wanting more! Already awaiting the next installment...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Talented Saga; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sophie Davis Page; Review: Loved the concept and the characters. Anxiously awaiting the next book in the series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (Angelbound Origins Book 8) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Christina Bauer Page; Review: All I can say is that I'm anxiously awaiting the next book in this series already! Thanks Christina Bauer for your wonderful imagination .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Siren (The Soul Summoner Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Elicia Hyder Page; Review: Really enjoying this series,with a unique plot and characters you want to root for!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Xoe Meyers Trilogy; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sara C. Roethle Page; Review: Really enjoyed the first three installments of this series! Great cast of characters, interesting plot, and plenty of action. (though not so much that all they do is run from one battle to another) If this were a Kindle Unlimited offering, I'd absolutely continue the series to the end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Creatus Series Boxed Set eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Carmen DeSousa Page; Review: Didn't know what to expect from this series, but glad I took the chance. Always amazed when an author can make the supernatural seem completely possible in our world. Liked the various characters, and would love to follow them into the next series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood In Iron (The Iron Series Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's J.N. Colon Page; Review: Had no idea what to expect when I started this book, but was very quickly pulled in by the characters and the action. Thanks so much for making this a Kindle Unlimited offering. Often that's the difference between my being able to finish a series or not. Off to start book two now!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dragon Blood Collection, Books 1-3 eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lindsay Buroker Page; Review: Had no idea what to expect from this series, but am so glad I discovered this author! Perfect blend of action and relationships. I'm racing through to see what happens next...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shattered Past (Dragon Blood) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lindsay Buroker Page; Review: Of all the characters to get a side story to themselves, I wouldn't have bet on Therrik. But once again, this author immediately drew me in, and I was happy to be back in this world. And to get some insight on a few different back stories. I truly hope this series continues!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Linus at Large; Brand: Visit Amazon's Mary E. Twomey Page; Review: It's not often an author can sustain a series this long and leave a reader wanting more, but Mary Twomey does just that. Isn't there any way for the story to continue in the future? Pretty please? It's not often I'll follow a series of this length without it being a Kindle Unlimited offering, but in this case I couldn't resist. I won't even admit how many hours of sleep I missed as I raced through each book! The world building, the characters, the well paced plot that never got repetitious...5 stars!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blades Of Magic (Crown Service Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Terah Edun Page; Review: I began this book with no idea what to expect, and was quickly drawn in by the world building, characters, and action packed plot. Looking forward to the rest of this series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Monster Rancher Advance; Brand: by
Tecmo; Review: The product is exactly as decribed. The product arrived in a very quick time frame. The game was a great Christmas present my daughter plays it quite a bit, no problem's with game plays great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gameboy Advance link cable; Brand: by
GamePRO; Review: The product works excellent. The Product was packaged well and arrived quickly. I am happy when my children are happy. I Highly reccomend this company( PlayItknow) great customer service, they e-mailed me to see if product arrived and wanted to know if I was satisfied, Sincerely, James; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time; Brand: Nintendo; Review: Arrived on time, works great , my daughter loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Game Boy Advance Console in Glacier; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: Arrived on time, works great, my Daughter loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Simpsons Road Rage; Brand: by
Electronic Arts; Review: Arrived ahead of time, works good, my daughter is quite pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: South Park; Brand: Acclaim; Review: My daughter thinks it great and hilarious, it seems to work well also, it arrived very quickly. great product !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Donkey Kong 64 - Nintendo 64; Brand: Nintendo; Review: The cartridge worked perfectly, and shipping was fast. My daughter loves the game.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Video_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: AntennaX EuroStyle (13-inch) Antenna for Toyota Celica; Brand: AntennaX; Review: I bought this because my 3 inch stubby antenna was stolen off my Celica and I wanted something with better reception without getting the ridiculously long whip antenna, so i went with this. It took about ten minutes to get it just right, but once successfully installed, it looks good. My only issue with this antenna is that after driving after the first day, the antenna looks bent/curved from the wind instead of straight up. Other than that, the reception is good, but not sure how good because I never had the factory 48 inch antenna.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TP-Link 5 Port Fast Ethernet Switch | Desktop Ethernet Splitter | Ethernet Hub | Plug and Play; Brand: TP-LINK; Review: I recently upgraded my internet speed to 100MBps, 1GBps in a month, and I needed to upgrade my network in my home. I bought some CAT 7 Ethernet cables and a TP-LINK Archer C9 AC1900 along with this network switch, but only have the switch right now. I have a dual band gigabit Cisco Router (POS) and CAT 5E cables working with this switch until i receive the remaining items. This is the first time I ever bought from TP-LINK so I was a little skeptical because of it being cheaper than the name brands, but had the same/better performance/specs. Now I am never going to buy from another brand again! I am now confident that TP-LINK is just as good, if not better, than the leading brands in networking. Now onto the product: I have the main router in another room and there is a CAT 5E cable running under the house from the router to my room. I then have the network switch in my bedroom coming from the CAT 5E port to my TV, Xbox, and Laptop. I tested the speed with Ookla on my laptop and I almost got the full 100MBps. I'd imagine numbers will be better once I install the CAT 7 cables and Archer C9. This is a plug 'n play product and will work 24/7 without having to reset it. Would recommend this product for anyone who wants a great priced Desktop Switch. *Will update my review once I finish upgrading my home network.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TP-Link AC1750 Smart WiFi Router - Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Router, 802.11ac Internet Router, Wireless routers for home(Archer C7); Brand: TP-LINK; Review: I bought this and returned it without taking it out of the box because I found a better router made my TP-LINK (Archer C9 AC1900 with beam forming). I have a home with a tin roof and tin siding, on top of that, I have high tension power lines going through my backyard. I have a hard enough time getting reception on my phone inside the house. I have full bars 4G LTE right outside my house if that tells you anything.. Getting the best router is a must for me. For the price of the Archer C7, and if you don't have a dead zone for a house, It would seem suitable for the average home; however, I also found out that the C7 only has a SINGLE-CORE processor, which is not anywhere in the item description. My internet speed is a true 1GBps and I have several devices, including friends who use WiFi when they're over, so a single-processor isn't going to be able to handle my home network very well. I am going to spend the extra $90 to get the Archer C9 for the extra features (USB 3.0, better speed, better range, Beamforming, 1GHz dual-core processor).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tera Grand - Premium Cat-7 10 Gigabit Ethernet Retractable Cable for Modem Router LAN Network Playstation Xbox, 1.5Meter (4.9; Brand: Tera Grand; Review: If you're gonna upgrade your network or anything, buy all your cables from Tera Grand. It's premium quality just as advertised.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Infinity Kappa 693.11I 220W 6 x 9 Inches 3-Way Kappa Series Coaxial Speakers with Edge-Driven UTF Tweeters; Brand: Infinity Kappa; Review: I just installed these into my rear deck of my 2003 Monte Carlo, and I'm not too impressed yet, but it's not the speaker that's the problem. I was able to mount them into the factory brackets no problem; however, I had to bend part of the metal on the rear deck so the terminals on the side would slip through. The reason why I'm not impressed is because of the quality of the sound as they stand. I am using the factory head unit which has a amp that puts out 2ohms to each speaker. There was definitely a huge difference in the weight and build quality compared to the factory one-way speakers. My guess is that the new speakers are heavily underpowered since the factory amp is only 25 watt RMS and has circuitry built in to it that attenuates the bass when the volumes gets turned up past a certain point, which is what i hate the most. I plan on putting a really good head unit with a Rockford Fosgate 4 channel amp that pushes 100watts RMS x 4 @ 2ohms per channel. I will update review when I upgrade the rest of the system.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SMAKN DC 24V/1A 24V 1A Switching Power Supply Adapter 100-240 Ac; Brand: SMAKN; Review: Bought this for my LED lamp that required 24v power supply. The cord it super short, but it works great and doesn't get hot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MoKo LG G Pad 8.3 Case; Brand: MoKo; Review: The case seems okay for only ten dollars, but my tablet would not fit. I'd get one side snapped in and the other side would pop out. Also, the headphone jack doesn't line up.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Bogs Women's Classic Short Waterproof Boot; Brand: Bogs; Review: Maybe I'm looking at them wrong, but I really expected these to be the size/shape of a lined rain boot. However they are much more heavy duty and ended up looking very bulky on my feet. Also I am a 9.5 in almost every brand of shoe - I ordered a 10 in these and the 9 probably would have been fine. Unfortunately i don't think the bulkiness would have been reduced enough from one size smaller. They were comfortable and the shiny black was attractive - just won't work for me to run around in. I don't want to "clunk around town!"; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Capri V Flip Flop | Casual Sandal With Extra Soft Footbed and Soft Leather Straps; Brand: ; Review: These are so comfortable and don't scream I'm wearing crocs; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Capri V Flip Flop | Casual Sandal With Extra Soft Footbed and Soft Leather Straps; Brand: ; Review: These are so comfortable and don't scream I'm wearing crocs; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Circus by Sam Edelman Women's Holt; Brand: Circus by Sam Edelman; Review: I have the black and white and now the black on black. Very sexy boot. Lots of compliments. Narrow.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ryka Women's Stryde Walk SMW; Brand: Ryka; Review: Not much support. Thought it would be better.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: STOMPERJOE Cotton No Show Socks Women Casual Liner Socks Thin Low Cut 4 and 8 Pk; Brand: StomperJoe; Review: These are amazing. Went from 9 slipdowns between my desk and the bathroom, to maybe 1 slipdown a day for the WHOLE DAY. Same shoes. I guess I attribute it to the large silicone or rubber patch in the back, or the fit? Whatever it is, worth it. Haven't washed them yet but hopefully they hold up because I'm in love.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COCOSHIP Retro 50s Black Pink Blue Floral Halter High Waist Bikini Set Halter Carnival Swimsuit(FBA); Brand: COCOSHIP; Review: Wish you could pick your top size and your bottoms size. The bottoms fit me well but the top was too big. (I got the XXL, I'm pear shaped, 34B).; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: A Ship Possessed (J. D. Stanton Mystery Series #1); Author: Alton L. Gansky; Review: This is one Alton Gansky's many books that I have read and am reading currently and all of them, you don't want to put down once you start reading! Fantastic reading. I am sure I will every book he has written and will write.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: College Station (Images of America); Author: Visit Amazon's Glenn D. Davis Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission that Killed Osama Bin Laden; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Owen Page; Review: Great book that you don't want to put down when you start reading! I would highly recommend reading this. You won't regret buying it while it is still available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Red Sea Rules The Same God Who Led You In Will Lead You Out; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert J. Morgan Page; Review: It is so good my wife gave it to a friend and now we are going to have to buy another!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Peterson Field Guide to the Birds of Eastern and Central North America (Peterson Field Guides); Author: Visit Amazon's Roger Tory Peterson Page; Review: This book was just OK for me. I ended up buying the National Geographic Bird Guide and we are well pleased with it. Bought it at Tractor Supply.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zero Dark Thirty; Author: ; Review: This is a very good DVD, you will enjoy watching it. It was enjoyable. Have a great and blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Gun: A History of the U.S. in Ten Firearms; Author: Visit Amazon's Chris Kyle Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Takedown; Author: ; Review: Good book, very enjoyable. We really enjoy reading Brad Thor books. Have a great and blessed day and week, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Contemporary Fused Glass; Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Walker Page; Review: This is a very interesting book, very good pictures and descriptions. Have a great and blessed day and Happy New Year!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Beginner's Guide to Kiln-Formed Glass: Fused * Slumped * Cast; Author: Visit Amazon's Brenda Griffith Page; Review: This is a very good and interesting book on kiln forming glass. Have a great and blessed day and Happy New Year!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cat vs. Cat: Keeping Peace When You Have More Than One Cat; Author: Visit Amazon's Pam Johnson-Bennett Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and a French Manicure: A Tara Holloway Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cat Who... Cookbook: Delicious Meals and Menus Inspired By Lilian Jackson Braun; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Murphy Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: State of the Union: A Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Path of the Assassin: A Thriller; Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Foreign Influence: A Thriller (The Scot Harvath Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Apostle (The Scot Harvath Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zenith Trans-Oceanic: The Royalty of Radios; Author: Visit Amazon's John H. Bryant Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angels in the Snow: A Novella; Author: Visit Amazon's Melody Carlson Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Christmas Dog, The; Author: Visit Amazon's Melody Carlson Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Simple Christmas Wish; Author: Visit Amazon's Melody Carlson Page; Review: It is a great book an we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Christmas Cat; Author: Visit Amazon's Melody Carlson Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Christmas Bus; Author: Visit Amazon's Melody Carlson Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back; Author: Visit Amazon's Todd Burpo Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seal Target Geronimo: The Inside Story of the Mission to Kill Osama Bin Laden; Author: Visit Amazon's Chuck Pfarrer Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and Green Tea Ice Cream (A Tara Holloway Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and Peach Sangria (A Tara Holloway Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paw Enforcement (A Paw Enforcement Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paw and Order (A Paw Enforcement Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and Silver Spurs (A Tara Holloway Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Athena Project: A Thriller (Thorndike Press Large Print Basic Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black List (Thorndike Press Large Print Core); Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Robertson Family Christmas; Author: Kay Robertson; Review: It is a great book an we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Backyard Birds of Texas: How to Identify and Attract the Top 25 Birds; Author: Visit Amazon's Bill Fenimore Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mountain Man: Keepin' a Slow Profile; Author: Visit Amazon's Tim Guraedy Page; Review: It is a great book an we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Winter's Heart; Author: Visit Amazon's Melody Carlson Page; Review: It is a great book an we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Collector's Guide to Military Rifle Disassembly and Reassembly; Author: Stuart C. Mowbray and Joe Puleo; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and a Skinny No-Whip Latte (A Tara Holloway Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and Extra-Hold Hairspray: A Tara Holloway Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbs, prongs, points, prickers and stickers: a complete and illustrated catalogue of antique barbed wire; Author: Robert T. CLIFTON; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Done in a Day (Model Railroader's How-To Guides); Author: Pelle Soeeborg; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death, Taxes, and Hot Pink Leg Warmers (A Tara Holloway Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: It is a great book and we got great service. Have a Happy New Year and a blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sphinx; Author: Visit Amazon's Robin Cook Page; Review: A very good book. Have a great and blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bubba and the Dead Woman; Author: Visit Amazon's C. L. Bevill Page; Review: A very good book! Have a great and blessed day, Bill; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laying Down the Paw (A Paw Enforcement Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Kelly Page; Review: I really liked it. I enjoy reading books on K-9 and this was good. Will watch for some more. Joce.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Digital Camera (Black); Brand: Fujifilm; Review: Bought this as an upgrade to the XP20. Although the new double lock on the battery/card door took some getting used to, I love the camera. Smooth sale, fast shipping, and great product. Thanks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon ES-62 Lens Hood for EF 50mm f/1.8 II (w/ hood adapter 62); Brand: Canon; Review: Shipping was priced right and fast. No worries about the product. It is easy to use and seems durable enough to last.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vello Off-Camera TTL Flash Cord for Canon Cameras (6.5'); Brand: Vello; Review: Shipping was priced right and fast. Based off of several reviews, I felt very comfortable buying this product. It has turned out to be a great cord for my flash!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LB1 High Performance Battery for Dell XPS 14, 15, L501X, L502X, 17, P11F Fits: 312-1123 J70W7 0JWPHF 0R4CN5; Brand: LB1 High Performance; Review: Shipping was priced right and fast. Product reviews made me feel comfortable in buying a non-Dell battery for our laptop. So far so go!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neewer 43-inch / 110cm 5-in-1 Collapsible Multi-Disc Light Reflector with Bag - Translucent, Silver, Gold, White and Black; Brand: Neewer; Review: Shipping was priced right and fast. No worries about the product. It is easy to use and seems durable enough to last.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wovte Google ASUS 7 DC USB/Power/Audio/Jack Port Dual Board Replacement; Brand: Eathtek; Review: Item was reasonably priced, shipped fast and works as expected. Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Ears MEGABOOM Plum Wireless Mobile Bluetooth Speaker Waterproof and Shockproof (2015); Brand: Ultimate Ears; Review: Speaker works great and it shipped on time. I'd give it 5 stars if it weren't for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Agriturismo Poggiacolle; City: San Gimignano Tuscany; Review: Stefano and the staff were top notch. Anything that this agriturismo may lack in amenities, Stefano's team makes up for with great service and a smile! We rented one of the apartments near the breakfast room and came in relatively impressed. The kitchen was very adequate (gas burn stoves) and even had a fireplace in it which we used every day there. The walk into San Gimignano is beautiful (just don't do it at night) and only took us 20-30 minutes. We walked into a bottle of house wine and olive oil which they produce onsite - very charming! A couple tips - bring a towel. The bathroom in our apartment wasn't great (it was clean, just a little different for what we are used to) and the towels provided were paper thin. This would be a fun property if you could rent the whole farm as a group.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JK Place Firenze; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: This was an absolute gem. We were a little skeptical after walking from the train station (5 mins), but this hotel is FANTASTIC! Our room (#3) was on the smaller side you never would know it. The bed was outstanding (very comfortable). Large mirrors and a walk in closet make the room seem much bigger. The bathroom was very clean and had a great setup. Downstairs was delightful! There are several seating areas where you can lounge and have coffee/tee/wine - like you are in your own living room. The staff was extremely professional and very prompt in any requests we asked them to handle. We liked this place so much we considered coming back later in our holiday. They also have a property at Capri which we have heard great things about as well. This was a fantastic choice!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aparthotel Goldey; City: Unterseen Interlaken Bernese Oberland Canton of Bern; Review: This hotel is situated almost directly between the Ost and West train stations. This hotel is right off the river. Ask for a mountain view for beautiful views of the Jungfrau. Goldey was pretty simple and Interlaken hotels thrive on charging a bit more as Interlaken is such a popular tourist destination. If you have the time do yourself a favor and stay in Wengen or Grindewald up the mountain. Your views are just as good, you'll pay less and there will be less crowds. Breakfast was clean and reliable, as was the room. Down the hall we could hear people up all night drinking and smoking on the balcony, which did not make for the best nights sleep. We'd try this hotel again, but was certainly not the best place we've ever stayed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Albert; City: Schaerbeek Brussels; Review: Make sure to check your reservation here by confirming via phone. I showed up here after a long train ride with my print out confirmation from the HOTEL's website. When check-in the owner claimed he had no reservation for me and insisted that I confirmed through a third party. He was out of rooms (as was most of Brussels). This reservation was booked weeks in advance and I had an email and screenshot of my reservation through him. Apparently this was not the first time this happened as a women staying there had the same thing happen. She stayed in the manager's office on a cot! Go with another spot or have a backup plan in place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Park Plaza Victoria London; City: London England; Review: The location is great, right near Victoria. You will get a reliable breakfast here and it is one of the better breakfasts we've come across. However, the service here has been terrible on several occasions. Of the 4 times we have stayed there we have always had a problem either checking in or with our bill. We've booked through a corporate rate and this should be very simple - it never is. One morning upon requesting an iron - it came 1 hour and 45 minutes later. Another time housekeeping informed us they were "out of irons". Not very typical of a business hotel. For what you pay for here, this really is not worth it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rubens at the Palace; City: London England; Review: We've stayed here a couple times now and all and all it was a good stay. There are many trainees at the location it seems as our visits were a couple months apart and there has been construction at the hotel in Jan and Feb of 2008. Rooms are clean as our bathrooms. You'll get a good English buffet breakfast downstairs and the staff are relatively helpful. You're often going to pay a lot for a hotel in London and given the location to the tube/Vic station and the famous sights this is a good spend. Note - the front desk will charge you in your home currency (Euro/US) if you'd prefer at checkout.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Continental Oslo; City: Oslo Eastern Norway; Review: For first timers to Oslo, such as us this was a perfect hotel. You can catch a train to the airport directly across the street which made things very simple. The staff was superb at directions, restaurant recs, etc. Our room was clean and even had a little bit of a view of the fjord - request a high floor in the back of the hotel. Breakfast was very good, with many options including local fish. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Am Schloss; City: Tubingen Baden Wurttemberg; Review: This hotel was booked last minute and it was a great room. Unfortunately our room was right across the street from a bar that was open until the wee hours, so we ended up switching hotels after a night. The staff was very friendly, the rooms were rather larger for what we figured and the bathroom was very clean. If you are coming from the train station, do yourself a favor and take a taxi. The hotel is up the hill towards one of the museums/castles and has old stone walkways and streets. The walk was not difficult, but carrying luggage was cumbersome getting up the hill. Outside of the bar across the street we'd highly recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Hospiz Tubingen; City: Tubingen Baden Wurttemberg; Review: No major complaints on this hotel. The room was relatively small, but cozy and if you aren't spending much time at this hotel then this is a good spot. Breakfast was fine, very typical of a European breakfast (cold cuts, cheese, fruit cereal). Expect to hear church bells from your room, as you are in close proximity to several churhces. We'd stay here again if in Tubingen.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: PhiLeRo Hotel Koeln; City: Cologne North Rhine Westphalia; Review: Near the train tracks (did not hear the trains at night), but hotel was adequate for a cheap, clean night stay. Food was so-so at the lobby restaurant. Take line 1 or 9 on S Bahn.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Residence Brunner; City: Wengen Jungfrau Region Bernese Oberland Canton of Bern; Review: This was booked last minute for a Wengen ski weekend. Our choices were limited, but this was a pretty good spot. A few comments: Ski in/out is a bit misleading. Ski in is definitely the case, as the main trail from the back side of the mountain goes right by the hotel. At the end of the day a great apres ski outdoor bar opens up in front of the hotel. It makes for a great scene after a tough day on the slopes! However, when you put your skis on in the morning, be warned getting to the bottom of the mountain isn't very clear. One morning we took a wrong turn and ended up on a road. The other way (the correct way) was found the next day, but requires a good hike uphill and you might as well pop those skis off. The bellman (Carlos) was very helpful and will drive you to/from the train station. Other then that, the staff was not really accomodating. Breakfast wasn't much special - cold cuts, bread and cereal. There is assigned seating, but no one to seat you so don't be surprised if someone asks you to move mid-meal? The bar/lounge area was nice once the bar outside got cold. It had comfortable seating and plenty of room. The rooms were clean as was the bathroom, but nothing special. Note the top floor is an A-frame roof (watch your head). The value is great for a single, but it was pricey for two people!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alouette Apparthotel; City: Zermatt Canton of Valais Swiss Alps; Review: Three of us booked last minute for a ski weekend and our choices were slim. This property prides itself on week long holiday rentals and we only needed one night stay. They insisted on making us pay for 2 nights (although no one took the first night) and would not honor our reservation unless we guaranteed the first night. Getting here was a challenge as it is a 10-15 minute walk with luggage from the train station. Do yourself the favor and get a cab, it is worth it. The room was very clean, beds were comfortable and once we were there it was a good base for a nights sleep after a day on the slopes. The owner/operator was much more pleasant then we expected and had great recommendations for restaurants and also where to ski on the mountain. This would be an ok place to stay for a ski week, but just don't expect much (no lobby, breakfast, etc).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Reyers; City: Schaerbeek Brussels; Review: This was a last resort as every hotel was booked in Brussels. If you are looking for an extremely cheap hotel in Brussels, this is your spot. Bear in mind you will get what you pay for here. The staff was nice and location was so-so. Rooms, hallways and elevators were not that clean and frankly some of the hotel really smelled. The bathroom was surprisingly clean, but the rest of the hotel smelled. Also the rooms can be accessed from a fire escape in back leading to a back alley. Not the safest place by anymenas.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Novecento Boutique Hotel; City: Venice Veneto; Review: This is a great little boutique hotel. Old antique furnishing, but modern bathrooms, etc. Very clean and a great location (5 min walk from San Marco Square). Extremely quiet and a great staff. We would stay here in a heartbeat and have recommended it since to close friends. Don't expect 5 star here, but it is a good diamond in the rough!!!! Directions: Take Vaparetto Line 1 getting off at Santa Maria Del Giglio (or Giglio). Take the walkway straight ahead to the square. Just before you get to the church straight ahead, take the stairs to the left. Veer to the right and continue up the stairs. Follow to the next courtyard. Novecento is on the far walkway on the lefthand side across the walkway.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Althoff Hotel Am Schlossgarten; City: Stuttgart Baden Wurttemberg; Review: This was a one night stay for us and there were no complaints. Rooms were cozy, but very clean. The hotel is very central for Stuttgart, as it is a 3 minute walk from the main train station. The package we got did not have a b&b portion so we did not have any interaction with the restaurant. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. If we return to Stuttgart on business or leisure we would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scandic Solsiden; City: Trondheim Trondheim Municipality Sor Trondelag Central Norway; Review: If you are looking for a central location in Trondheim, you almost can't beat this area. All in all our hotel stay was ok, but here are a few points: The room itself was very loud. We heard others in neighboring rooms as well as noise from pipes and/or outside almost all night. The beds were also not very comfortable. Many young professionals/students seemed to be staying here. The 1st floor common area has wireless and was a nice place to get work done on a laptop. Breakfast was ok, nothing special.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Dublin; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: The location here is great and as usual with Four Seasons you will get excellent service across the board. The staff was extremely accommodating throughout our stay. Ask the staff for some local restaurant recommendations as there are many within walking distance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maximilian Hotel; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: This was a good boutique and we had read about its sister hotel the Hotel Josef. The Josef was booked so we went with this and it was a great stay. The design reminded us of NYC boutiques (small hallways and weird hallway/entry point). The rooms were clean and well designed as was the entire lobby level. Breakfast was good and the location is pretty good for access to major tourist sights. Bottom floor has an asian spa, but you can hear footsteps and movement upstairs from the restaurant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alla Porta Rossa; City: Manarola Cinque Terre Italian Riviera Liguria; Review: For a cheap alternative this was just fine. If you want a place that is easy to call home for a couple nights, you will wake up to a stunning view of the coast. The room is small and there wasnt anything to the lobby/check-in/etc. We never spoke to the staff after check-in. We were apprehensive as the train station is below the tracks, but it did not keep either of us awake. We'd stay here again, but for more then 2 days go somewhere else....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Villa Gabrisa; City: Positano Amalfi Coast Province of Salerno Campania; Review: This was an excellent location for access to both beaches and requiring an uphill walk back to the property from town or most of the restaurants. The staff is a family run joint and could not have been nicer. The room was very spacious, as was the balcony access for each of the 2nd floor rooms. You may here your neighbors occasionally upstairs or next door due to thin walls, but we are light sleepers and nothing bothered us that mucn. Breakfast was adequate with cereal, yogurt, pastries, coffee and juice. The restaurant was closed for renovations (and down season) but we heard great things about it from guidebooks and locals in town! The views are great here and we spent most of our time on the terrace. We'd stay here in a heartbeat when back in Positano.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rome Cavalieri A Waldorf Astoria Resort; City: Rome Lazio; Review: This was a great getaway "outside" of central Rome. The hotel has a shuttle bus running to Bernini from 8:30am to 8pm, but this can be very crowded at times. The hotel is not close to a metro, so a cab will cost you 7-15 euro to get you back in town. The rooms (with city view) were beautiful, spacious and a great relaxation point to come back to after a full day in Rome. However, if you are looking to be in the "thick of it", try a hotel closer to the monuments. We'd stay here again if using points, but it is a lot of money to pay for a location that isn't within walking distance of major monuments/etc.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Hotel Nice; City: Nice French Riviera Cote d Azur Provence Alpes Cote d Azur; Review: The facilities here are great and the hotel seems to have a relatively recent redesign of the lobby and rooms. The staff was very friendly here, rooms clean and overall our stay was good. Our only complaint here was the location of the hotel - about a 30-45 minute walk from the old town of Nice. It is a beautiful walk, but a little closer to restaurant options would have been nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Casa Tres Palmeiras; City: Portimao Faro District Algarve; Review: Elegant, secluded, the epitomy of relaxation, charming and outstanding staff!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The past few months we have traveled for business and pleasure throughout continental Europe. Casa Tres Palmeiras was one of the highlights (if not the best) of the trip! Dolly was an excellent hostess, providing a great staff but also adding personal touches on our visit (restaurant tips, driving directions, hiking trails, etc.). The views from this B&B are second to none and if you are looking for a perfect place to unwind for a few days this is it (no children allowed). This is a place we would recommend highly to friends and family. There are 2-3 really good fish restaurants within walking distance from the B&B. Enjoy your stay!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lisbon Marriott Hotel; City: Lisbon Lisbon District Central Portugal; Review: Our stay here was on points and this was a really nice Marriott. The lobby area and general facilities were very nice. Overall the staff was very friendly and service oriented. The bed and room were one of the more comfortable we'd had - the room was pitch black in the morning. If you are looking for a clean reliable American hotel - this is a good one. Our only complaint was that this is about 6 metro stops from the center of the action in Lisbon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Just Chili California Hot Sauce, 18-ounce Bottle (Case of 12); Brand: Just Chili; Review: Found this product at a local restaurant and had to buy some for our family. Whenever we put it out, we get comments on how great it tastes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Celestial Seasonings Natural Detox Tea, 20 Count; Brand: Celestial Seasonings; Review: Great tasting tea with the health benefits of milk thistle. I buy this regularly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yogi Tea - Lemon Ginger - Supports Healthy Digestion - 6 Pack, 96 Tea Bags Total; Brand: Yogi; Review: The flavor is a gentle ginger and it works so well for tummy troubles.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bigelow Cozy Chamomile Herbal Tea Bags 20-Count Boxes (Pack of 6) Caffeine-Free Individual Herbal Tisane; Brand: Bigelow Tea; Review: I drink a cup of this tea every night before bed. I've given boxes to friends and family and they're sold on it too. It's not easy to find in the stores, so I love that I can get it on amazon. It has a nice flavor and the chamomile is relaxing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gatorade Propel Zero Powder Packets Grape, 10-Count (Pack of 6); Brand: Gatorade; Review: The picture is of the old product - it was just a flavoring to add to water. I received the new product with electrolytes, which is awful and tastes salty. The old Propel isn't available anymore as far as I know.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Avanti Hotel; City: Paphos Paphos District; Review: Spent a week at the Avanti wc 23rd Sept. Location was good. 20 min walk to harbour. Buffet food was good however if I had known I would have booked the flexi dine option rather than half board. With flexi dine you could eat min. 3 times in the restaurant rather than pay for the full 7 days. Nothing wrong with the food but there is nothing like ordering from a menu. Hotel clean, staff friendly, pool area clean and simple. Beds very comfy and shower good. Games area, gym etc very dated and nobody used. Wifi very good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 1777 Bedrooms at the Albion; City: Wimborne Minster Dorset England; Review: I stayed in the superior room. The decoration, cleanliness and attention to detail was faultless. My room had a tin bath in the corner of the main bedroom which was a real treat. Very comfy bed and quite nights sleep. I dined at The Olive Branch again faultless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Portman Lodge; City: Blandford Forum Dorset England; Review: Clean, comfy ensuite room. Friendly couple with a very friendly dog (but not annoying). 5 minutes walk into the high street. 10 minutes walk from Hall and Woodhouse Brewery and visitors centre, home of Badger beer. Yummy breakfast. Nothing to much trouble.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eryl Mor Hotel; City: Bangor Gwynedd North Wales Wales; Review: I stayed here with my teenage son whilst visiting Bangor university. Location beautiful. Beds comfy. Shower pressure good. Room clean. Menu, standard Welsh pub menu. Breakfast, lots of it. Staff really friendly and very welcoming; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vatican View; City: Rome Lazio; Review: I booked 2 rooms, 1 deluxe and 1 standard room. A room for my husband and I and a room for my teenage boys. I had to book a deluxe room for the boys to enable them to have twin beds. The standard room is too small for twin beds. We had our own area of the hotel which was great with children. Comfy beds, not charged to use the safe, powerful shower. Good quality windows couldn't hear any external noise. Effective air con. Sitting on roof terrace was peaceful but boiling.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annora House; City: Balsall Common Solihull West Midlands England; Review: B&B is walking distance to 2 pubs. Our stay was a little noisy but England had just won their quarter final game against Sweden. We walked a little further and went to the local Indian. Comfy bed. Well decorated. Powerful shower. Snug area and dining room with honesty fridge; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Naruto; Genres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Elfen Lied; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Psychological, Romance, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Death Note; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Kara no Kyoukai 1: Fukan Fuukei; Genres: Action, Mystery, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kara no Kyoukai 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Zen); Genres: Action, Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kurokami The Animation; Genres: Action, Martial Arts, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Dragon Ball Kai; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Deadman Wonderland; Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Highschool of the Dead; Genres: Action, Ecchi, Horror, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Seitokai Yakuindomo; Genres: Comedy, School, Shounen, Slice of Life; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kore wa Zombie Desu ka?; Genres: Action, Comedy, Ecchi, Harem, Magic, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ao no Exorcist; Genres: Action, Demons, Fantasy, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kore wa Zombie Desu ka? of the Dead; Genres: Action, Comedy, Ecchi, Harem, Magic, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Another; Genres: Horror, Mystery, School, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 10.0/10.0
Title: Brave 10; Genres: Action, Adventure, Historical, Samurai, Seinen, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Code:Breaker; Genres: Action, Comedy, School, Shounen, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Sword Art Online; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Game, Romance; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Date A Live; Genres: Comedy, Harem, Mecha, Romance, School, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Shingeki no Kyojin; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Free!; Genres: Comedy, School, Slice of Life, Sports; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: D-Frag!; Genres: Comedy, Game, School, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Gokukoku no Brynhildr; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 3.0/10.0
Title: Tokyo Ghoul; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Psychological, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kiseijuu: Sei no Kakuritsu; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 9.0/10.0 | anime |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Quality Inn Grand Junction; City: Grand Junction Colorado; Review: This really a great place to stay once you figure-out what the State of Colorado calls Roundabouts! The MapQuest instructions said to enter the "roundabout" and take the 2nd right. The first right was immediately after entering. Thank goodness for the Quality Inn's signage! Our stay was excellent. My wife, her sister visiting from Germany and I were returning home from Las Vegas. The front Desk staff were very friendly and attentive. Our room was very clean and the beds and pillows were comfortable as usual! All three of us had dinner (the Salad & Soup) at the Good Pastures Buffet that evening. The Salad bar could have a few more items on it, but over-all it was a good meal. We also had breakfast there the next morning, which did include Hotcakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links as well as biscuits and gravy. There was also fresh fruit to select from. The only real noise we heard was the ice machine right across the hallway.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Century Casino Hotel Cripple Creek; City: Cripple Creek Colorado; Review: My wife and I stayed at this hotel the last weekend in July. Oh Wow, what a Joy the room and the service were! We highly recommend you stay here and we will be back! This was our first stay. We stayed in room 207, just above the player's club desk, so the desk clerk warned us about possible noise until after 10 PM. The clerk did not tell us there were ear-plugs in the room. The little noise we heard from the casino was not troubling to the two of us. The room itself was huge, with a large lavatory sink alcove and huge room for the tub and toilet. This was a 2 queen room, and they could have had 3 queen beds. The room had a small couch, coffee table and chair. There was also a small refrigerator, dining table and two chairs. My wife and I have stayed in many hotels, and this is the cleanest ever! Not dust on ridges for the 6 panel doors ad not dust or lint in the heating and air conditioner vents. Absolutely spotless! The hotel room cleaning staff needs recognition for an excellent job. To me this hotel is not just equal to those in Las Vegas, but slightly better than those on the strip that have been renovated! The beds were a bit on the soft side. The one bed had 4 thick/firm pillows and the other had 2 thin/soft and 2 thick/firm pillows. Check-in and check-out were easy and the desk staff were very professional and courteous. The rates are very reasonable for what you get. The only small problem was because of the rain and cold weather, the rooms heater kept cycling during the night. I guess the next time we stay here, I may just shut the unit off (or use the ear plugs).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bronco Billy s Hotel; City: Cripple Creek Colorado; Review: A relatively new addition to Bronco Billy's is the hotel over the casino. The whole second floor has been redone. Our stay was for one night. The room was very comfortable and nicely furnished. Coffee makers and free wifi are available in all rooms. Our room faced Bennett Avenue and was quiet with no casino noise. The room had "Black-out" curtains to allow you to sleep in relative darkness. To get to the room, there are 27 stair steps and 27 stair steps down. There are no elevators. This is why the average rating. We were given tickets to the Home Café for 1/2 price dinner for each of us and also free 49 cent breakfast coupons. We would recommend this hotel to others!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Econo Lodge Junction City Ft Riley; City: Junction City Kansas; Review: We've been all over the country and stayed at some places that were actual hell holes, this place is far below that. I booked a reservation at the Junction City Econo Lodge for May 27, 2018 for my wife and I. The online reservation was made on April 20, 2018 based on the reviews at that time on the web-site. I guess things have changed! After a long and hot drive from Norfolk, NE, my wife and I arrived at the hotel. I checked in, made payment and was assigned room number 315 by the young man at the front desk. He told me to pull around and use the end entrance. We pulled the car around and were about to enter the hotel when the young man at the desk came running out the door and said he had been instructed to change our room to number 311 because it would be much closer. The temperature outdoors was in the high 90’s at this time. When my wife and I entered the hotel and stairwell to the 3rd floor, the temperature seamed about the same. The third floor hallway had no air conditioning or air flow and seemed much warmer than outside. Upon entering room 311, the room was hotter yet! I turned on the air conditioner because the room had not been pre-cooled. We also opened the window a little way to let some fresh air in. My wife and I were sitting on the edge of the bed close to the window looking at my phone for directions to Walmart and a restaurant when the door was opened by and older man who said sorry and left. When we left to go to a restaurant the same man was behind the desk. I asked him “Why did you open the door and step into our room?” He is the owner or host and stated “I just wanted to make sure you were in that room and not the other.” The room was cooler when we returned but still on the warm side. The room was not clean. There was dirt, dust and lint on the base boards. The carpet was not clean at all. I noticed in the morning all the heavy dust in the folds of the curtains on the window. I have been a Choice Privileges member since September of 2006. I brought the stay to the attention of Choice Hotels Guest Relations. The issue was resolved by Jorge in the Guest Relations Department.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rodeway Inn; City: Concordia Kansas; Review: This property is very old and it appears the owner/operator is attempting to update the interior and exterior of the property. Beds were clean and comfortable. The room was quie tbut a little on the small size. Micro-wave and refrigerator worked quite well as did the in room coffee. The staff was very helpful and friendly! The pictures of the lobby and breakfast area are good, because of updates. The pictures of the rooms provided by Choice Hotels are out of date. Very good value for the price.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rodeway Inn; City: Norfolk Nebraska; Review: My wife and I stayed here on the Friday and Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. We had come for my "Class of 1968 Neligh-Oakdale 50th Reunion". We requested a smoking room and received it. The room was on the forth floor across a walk-way, with a view of the parking lot. For staying two weekend nights, everything was very quiet. After driving from Concordia Kansas, we arrived just after noon. Not having been in Norfolk for over 50 years, I had no idea where to get lunch. The temperature was in the high 90s, so I stopped and asked if we could check in early and where a good place to eat was. The clerk provided us with a 20% off coupon for "Big Red" across the parking lot. Also, the room was ready! The room was large and had 2 new beds and was very clean. The bath area was large and very clean also. The air conditioning was quiet and worked very well. There were adequate outlets for our charges. In the room were coffee maker, micro-wave and refrigerator. Breakfast selections were more than adequate. The staff was very friendly and professional. If we get back in five years, we will definitely stay here again!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Beloit; City: Beloit Kansas; Review: This Super 8 completely surprised me. As a budget traveler, I have at times avoided a Super 8. I guess this is based on previous bad experiences or just being run down. I will admit that I was wrong. I was warmly greeted and given my room. I had reserved through the American Legion to take advantage of the Legion discount. I cancelled that and used my Wyndham Rewards number for a reduced rate on a second floor room with a 'fridge and micro-wave. I asked for the second floor due to that previous bad experience (1st floor, door to outside, brown recluse spider bite, you get the picture) at a different hotel in Western Kansas along I-70 a few years ago. Please keep in mind that the first floor rooms have an outdoor and an indoor doors which would be very convenient. The pet friendly rooms are in the older 1st floor section. All rooms are non-smoking. There was a 20 room extension added to the rear of the hotel and also a complete re-model/re-furbish. Both occurred inn the past 6 to 8 years. The room itself was spacious and very clean. I think this was a business room with 2 beds, desk, desk chair and chair. The edge along the wall was vacuumed and the corners in the bathroom (behind the door) were cleaned, which if you travel a lot, you know this isn't always done. The bed and pillows were very comfortable so we had three great nights sleep. The only thing I can think of to suggest would be slightly warmer water in the shower. Breakfast was adequate, cheese omelets, milk and cereal, instant oatmeal, muffins, toast biscuits and sausage gravy, juice, yogurts (without Splenda!!!!) and fresh fruit. The entire staff was very pleasant and professional. All staff members were obviously well trained. The front staff could give training to others in hospitality and the cleaning staff could easily give lessons on cleaning a room. I will certainly recommend this hotel to others who are traveling through the Beloit area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gold King Mountain Inn; City: Cripple Creek Colorado; Review: We stayed in one of the newly remodeled rooms. The room was very clean and dust free! The beds were very comfortable and the pillows were plump! This is not connected to casino (So take your car or the shuttle) and is non-smoking. We did not check out the pool area, but other guests and there children we're on their way to enjoy a evening swim. My wife and I both think this is the quietest hotel in the town of Cripple Creek. We will definitely stay again and recommend to others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: California Hotel Casino; City: Las Vegas Nevada; Review: For the most part the casino area looks the same, but the hotel itself and it's amenities have all been updated and given a modern makeover. The room was not large but big enough. It was clean and remodeled. Our room had the following: 2 queen beds, a large flat screen television (not many channels available; there was the casino channel, TNT, and every news station/channel imaginable, a in room safe, a Refrigerator, Ironing board and iron, a Small sitting area, a very clean bathroom with plenty of counter space, and Charging station available at the base of the lamp on the nightstand between the 2 beds. The pillow-top mattresses were very comfortable and plenty of pillows that varied from soft to firm, just take your pick and have a great night's sleep. The front desk personell and maid staff should give lessons because the are so good at their jobs! We don't get to Las Vegas that often, but this will be our base in the future!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel De Looier; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: Stayed here for the weekend as we were over to get the full Amsterdam experience. The main pull before booking was the hotel the relatively low priced, not a hostel and its 'central location'. The hotel served its purpose although it was quite dated and had a bit of a smell. The beds were comfy and the room was spacious, we requested a top floor room which Was provided which was good because the floors were creaky but we were only provided with 1 sachet of coffee and tea for the whole weekend and no milk. It Would of been nice for them to be replaced as they are required after a heavy night out in the dam! The hotel was a good 15/20 minute walk from the train station providing you don't get lost! Taxi to and from only €10-€15. Rate this hotel 3/5 would look to stay somewhere more central next time I return to Amsterdam but it's good enough on a budget.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hazelbrook House B B; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Stayed here for a weekend away with partner. Was a nice little hotel, staff were helpfull, the room we were initially put in smelt of sick so we told the staff and they put us in another room straight away. Simple no frills hotel, comfy and clean and only a 10 minute walk to the temple bar area. Bus stop is right outside for the airport etc. I would Deffinatly return; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Playasol Mare Nostrum; City: Playa d en Bossa Ibiza Balearic Islands; Review: Flight was late meaning we arrived later than the allocated time. We were told our room was not ready on arrival despite arriving late. Requested pool side view in January when we made the booking- we didn't get a pool side view, but we were told we would have had a double bed to compensate- this didn't happen either. Got our room cards- they didn't work. The music around the pool is rubbish? We are in Ibiza turn the music up a bit and put some Ibiza music on, this doesn't have to be to heavy some chilled house music will do not Jess glynne. We come to Ibiza to get away from that type of music. Oh and the staff tried over charging us when we paid the tourism tax upon arrival. Not a bad hotel but stay away if you want a lively Ibiza atmosphere- the hotel has families and people without a smile on their face.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Acostar Hotel; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: This is the second time we have been to this hotel. Very good for the price you pay! A big thing for me is location - especially in Amsterdam as I like to explore everywhere on foot. This hotel is not to far from central station and very easy to navigate - close to tram stops also. Plenty of good coffee shops within distance and the main attractions /bars also. The room itself was nice and the bed very comfy with a good shower and cleaned every day whilst we were out. Had a room with street view and you couldn't hear the noise from a busy street within distance. Will deffinatly return again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Liverpool John Lennon Airport Hotel; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Stayed at the premier inn due to the close proximity of Liverpool airport. Overall satisfied the bed was very comfy. We left our car in the car park for one night whilst we were away for a cheap charge of £5 and walked to the airport from the hotel which took 10 minutes. Would deffinatly return due to these benefits.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fleet; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Stayed here on New Year's Eve. Arrived well before the check in time but we left our bags whilst we went for a wander. First impressions very good nice, cosy and modern hotel very close to the airport bus route. Came back still before the check in time but the polite staff at the hotel managed to put us in a room. The rooms are large and comfortable with tea and coffee provided. The bed very comfortable with a good shower and bath. Location is the main thing with this hotel right in the temple bar district and a 10 minute walk to st Stephens green. The staff were happy to provide assistance with anything we needed a iron and ironing board - they brought it up to the room for us on request. This hotel is cheaper than most in Dublin but of really good quality in the best location. Very impressed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monbijou Hotel; City: Berlin; Review: Stayed at this hotel for 3 nights. We were satisfied overall. Location was brilliant literally a stones throw away from major train station and very easy to find and navigate from. Loads of good bars and restaurants nearby! We checked in with ease and upon arrived we were informed that we had been upgraded to a bigger suite free of charge. Complimentary mineral water in the room with all the amenities that one could need. The room was clean and tidy and the hotel was very comfy and relaxed. Staff at the hotel were great. We didn't have breakfast - at €15 each we thought it was quite expensive. There are loads of options for breakfast in the area. I nipped for a coffee over the road each morning for €1.50 from the little bakery. The hotel is close to a couple of supermarkets for anything you could need also. Major tourist attractions within walking distance. The only negatives would be the rooms were very hot during sleep and if you opened the windows you could hear the trams all night disrupting your sleep. But I'm sure if you asked for a room away from the trams this could be provided. Overall very happy and would return!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn Liverpool City Centre; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Booked this hotel for one night on st Patrick's day through booking.com where I reserved the room and paid at the hotel. When I got to the hotel for check in they couldn't find my booking after over 20 minutes of looking. Finally they managed to put me in a room with two single beds as requested but if the hotel was full then I wouldn't have got one even though I booked online a week in advance. When I went to make payment they asked for £50 deposit if I paid in cash- I didn't like the sound of this so paid on my card. The hotel was great value for money in a good enough location quite central just next to James st station. First impression of the room was good - large with two single beds which was ideal as I was with my friend. The shower was really good and powerful and the beds were comfy! The staff were not the best though they were very unorganised throughout my time their which is why I haven't rated this as a 5 but it's a perfect cheap no frills base for a night out in Liverpool.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aloft Liverpool; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: Very impressed with the aloft in the stunning former royal insurance building. We had a faultless stay with the main benefits of the hotel being in a central location, close to the pubs, bars and shops. The bed was comfy and all the amenities in the room were fine. We didn't have breakfast as there are a number of cheaper options a stones throw away. The only one minor negative was that the room was dark even with all the lights on but I wouldn't let that put you off. The staff were all friendly I will deffinatly return - not too expensive on a Friday night either.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ebano Select Apartments; City: Playa d en Bossa Ibiza Balearic Islands; Review: This was my 6th time in Ibiza and my second time staying in Bossa. Last year we stayed at hotel mare nostrum, which is about 10 minutes from here. We wanted a better hotel than the mare nostrum so we decided on the ebano for our 10 day holiday. The hotel was really clean and the rooms are really nice but We found the beds were really uncomfortable throughout our stay so we both had to stay on the single sofa bed for 10 days - we were disappointed with this as the beds in the lower class mare nostrum were a lot comfier and more spacious. The aircon in our room was also disappointing and not powerful at all - this is not what you want when you get in very hot after a night of clubbing I struggled to sleep all holiday because the aircon was poor and me and my partner were sharing a single sofa bed. The rooms are provided with plenty of pillows and quilts though. The fridges in your room are ideal we made an omelette every morning this saved us a lot of money as you can expect to pay around €12 for an omelette and a drink at a cafe in playa den bossa - make sure you stock your fridge up on your first day! Not to mention keeping your water and drinks cold which you can take by the pool. The kitchen had all you needed to cook up some quick food. Another negative was the music and the 'dj' by the pool. If the owners read this, please change the music and try to create a better atmosphere by the pool. The music doesn't have to be heavy techno or too loud just something vibrant to get people in the mood. The other guests we spoke to all said the same thing! I feel this is very important in Ibiza as hearing a good tune in the sun by the pool gets you going again for your next day of Partying. We did ask the staff to change the music but they only had a couple of CD's!! The 'dj' was an embarrassment and was on his phone all the time. The staff at the hotel are courteous and our rooms were cleaned every day regardless if we missed the cleaner at their first call. We couldn't fault this! Overall in comparison with the mare nostrum, I will return their for its cheaper cost of hotel with comfier beds, better air con and general better atmosphere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Inside Barcelona Apartments Vidreria; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: I Was sceptical after booking this due to its lack of reviews but this apartment was perfect for us. Staff all very friendly, laid back and informative. The el born area is such a nice play to stay in, we felt safe coming in very late at night. The bed in the apartment was very Comfy, it had good air con and the apartment overall is spacious enough. The kitchen is kitted out with everything you need - good quality frying pans and even glasses for wine/cava, plenty of cutlery etc Only minor negative was the small shower room and a bit of noise from building work taking place within the area but this didn't really impact on our stay. Nice cocktail bars/restaurants and supermarkets very close by. I will return here!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa Botanique Guesthouse; City: Saint Josse ten Noode Brussels; Review: Overall happy with the hotel minus a few things which could of been improved. Pros: - short walk from central Brussels & nearest underground - close to shops and bars - comfy bed in a spacious room with powerful shower - free to use kitchen - friendly informative hosts - spacious garden to chill in with a beer and BBQ Cons: - we had an email on the morning on arrival stating we had to arrive by 1pm or we would be locked out (we felt rushed from this travelling from Charleroi airport) - breakfast was very limited, lacking variety. The breakfast was basically cold slices of cheese, bread, spreads, corn flakes and oats. Not really sufficient for a day of exploring the city and beyond. I had to go to the shop to buy breakfast food which I was disappointed about Because I had paid for bed and breakfast! I think they should at least provide boiled eggs and ham etc. On the whole though we were satisfied and enjoyed our stay in Brussels!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Invisa Hotel Es Pla; City: Sant Antoni de Portmany Ibiza Balearic Islands; Review: Me and my partner have just returned from a 9 day stay at es pla. I holiday in Ibiza every year this is my first return to San an in 3 years. We have paid a lot more money to stay in worse hotels in playa den bossa. The check in was easy and the staff very helpful. I complained that the fridge was warm when I arrived. They immediately sent there handyman to sort the fridge out - it was cold within 24 hours. Having a cold fridge is a must! Although the fridge was a bit dirty Is was spacious enough. The breakfast was ample. Plenty of hot and cold options available. Different Types of cooked eggs, fresh fruit, bacon, different breads and cereals etc aswell as tea and coffee (unlimited). The rooms were fine and spacious enough the beds were comfy although we took our own blankets. The rooms were cleaned daily by friendly cleaners. If you didn’t want your room cleaned in the morning the cleaners would come back and clean it later in the day. In other hotels in Ibiza if you missed you slot the cleaner would not come back! The pools were good and the hotel had a nice vibe without being too rowdy! Drinks prices were reasonable at the pool bars. We returned from clubs at 8am some nights and were never woken during our day sleep. There is a Lidl 5 minute walk away to stock up on snacks and drinks. The reception even had copies of DJ Mag that you could read by the pool. The main bus stop is a short walk away which is a real plus. When getting in late or wanting to travel to the beautiful beaches in the area. No free wi fi though and deposit required for the iron and safe! I would return to this hotel we really enjoyed our stay!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Backpackers St Pauli; City: Hamburg; Review: We stayed here based on a recommendation from a relative. It ticked all the boxes for a short weekend in Hamburg with friends. The room was spacious enough and the beds were comfortable. The hostel has a great little bar which had a happy hour from 7-9 pm serving a great range of alcohol. Tanja - the hotel manager is a great host. The hotel is close to all the action. Plenty of bars/clubs and restaurants nearby. I can’t recommend this hostel highly enough!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: 7216100 Solana 48-Inch Brushed Nickel Indoor Ceiling Fan, Light Kit with Opal Frosted Glass; Brand: Westinghouse; Review: Great! Suuuper price for the modern look fan.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingstar Dimmable LED Desk; Brand: ; Review: Amazing :) Great example of modern desk light. My hubby love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GoLine Baby Night Light, Nightlights for Children, Nursery Lamp, Night Light for Kids/Girls/Boys, Cute Kitty Baby; Brand: GoLine; Review: My 2.5 years old daughter love it! I never saw her so happy before, after I gave it to her.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Access Lighting 53314-BS/CKF Nara 4-Light ADA Wall/Vanity Fixture, Brushed Steel Finish with Checkered Frosted Glass Shades; Brand: Access Lighting - HI; Review: It's a very nice and modern look bathroom light. Easy to install, but be careful it's a some quite delicate (not so sturdy). Overall I'm really like it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cleveland Vintage Lighting 30399A Clip-on Lampshade, Wire, Black, 8 x 7 x 4.5 inches; Brand: Cleveland Vintage Lighting; Review: Looks really nice - whimsical. Great addition to my garden patio :) 4 stars - because I have to return the first one, which cracked on the top; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
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Title: Secret Wishes Batman Arkham City Sexy Harley Quinn Costume; Brand: ; Review: Fit very weird. The pants aren't really pants like in the picture. More like yoga pants but really short. It worked fine for me since I'm only 5 foot and wore tall boots with them, but if you're tall probably not your best option. Also, the top is made for girls with big boobs. I'm a B cup and had to pin it. "Belt" Velcros in back as well as choker. Lose threads everywhere. Fabric cut unevenly. Overall not worth the money. Pretty cheap. But for me it was a last minute costume for a party I wasn't originally going to attend. So it worked okay enough once my makeup was done. If you're buying this for a convention or for a costume you want to look really awesome, don't buy this one.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: WallFlower Women's Juniors Denim Overalls; Brand: ; Review: Pleasantly surprised at the quality of these overalls!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vera Bradley Zip-Around Wallet; Brand: ; Review: I bought this forever ago and I still carry it! Sometimes I carry it alone, but I usually use it as my wallet inside my purse. The quality of the Vera Bradley wallets and bags is so great that you can carry them for years and they don't fall apart! And I shove a lot into mine. The zipper is still like new, no seams coming undone. It's definitely worth the money!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patzino Fashion Collection, Faux Leather Women's Tote Handbag; Brand: PATZINO; Review: Holds a lot. Cheap quality though. It's okay to carry to the beach or for an overnight bag, definitely not something you want to carry out on the town for a date night though. Seams came lose after just a week or so.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LAT Ladies' 100% Cotton Jersey V-Neck Cover-up Dress; Brand: LAT; Review: The color is very vibrant and true to picture. I bought the green to use as a Louise Belched costume. But I'm only giving it 2 stars because it's just a long tshirt. There's no shape to it all, and the fabric is not soft. But it'll work for what I'm using it for. If you're considering buying this to wear as a dress though, I'd advise against it. I'm 5'1 and about 110lbs. So i'm tiny. But even holding it up, it just doesn't have a nice flattering shape. But it arrived on time and is true to color!; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Surfs Inn; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Nice small motel right on the beach, pool area is very clean with lots of chairs. beach always seems empty and quiet. Close to many resturants and stores. The staff is very helpful. Too bad it's going to be torn down for more condos, which are not needed. I would stay there again if i could.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aztec Ocean Resort; City: Seaside Heights New Jersey; Review: The Aztec should not be called a resort, it's nothing more then a run down motel. The rooms are dirty, the floors were horrible the bed spreads have cigarette burns in them and there was sand in the beds and it wasn't from us and there is hardly any light in the rooms, probably so that you can't see how dirty the room really is,the only thing good about this place is the location right on the boardwalk, I expected alot better from a business that has been there for such a long time. I would never stay there again,; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Wejust returned home from The Surf Song yesterday and i already wish that i was back there. We stayed in room 154 it is plenty of room for two people. There is nothing bad that i can say about the place we had a great time the pool is a good size and heated it is only a very short walk to the gulf there are three BBQ'S if you want to cook outside which we did alot, the property and rooms are very clean and everybody there is very helpful and friendy. We have stayed at many hotels from Maderia Beach to St Pete Beach over the years, and i like this one the best. It s a short walk across the street to John's Pass where there are many restaurants and shops to go to. I will be going back there next..It is wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Just returned yesterday from the Surf Song, there is nothing bad i can say about this place this was our second year there and we will be back next year it is so relaxing and peaceful, There are many people that return there every year. We met alot of very nice people there.They have a really nice pool and all the units are very nice. It is right across from John's Pass where there is lots of restaurants, bars and shops.You won't find a place with such reasonable rates as there. Can hardly wait for next year to return.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Spent 11 days at the Surf Song and it was another great vacation.This was our third year there,we were right by the pool and never was bothered by noise.it is the only place that I stay when we go to Madeira Beach.We have stayed at many places along Gulf Blvd and this one suits us the best, great location, directly across the street from John's Pass, lots of stores many good restaurants near by, short walk to the beach, great pool, and very clean, helpful staff, and great rates.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carousel Motel; City: Redington Shores Florida; Review: Stayed only one night in July because we were on our way to Madeira Beach but we needed a room for the night.The room was clean and decent. I would stay there again for a longer time if they had a pool.The owner is very nice and helpful; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: We just returned from another great stay at The Surf Song,Each year we meet alot of friendly people there. many are return guestThe unit was roomy and very nicely decorated. Loved having the balcony. hope to return next year.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Fifth stay at Surf Song and just as good as the first we again stayed in room 335. The couch and chair were replaced and a dinette set was added.The whole resort is clean and well taken care of There are also 2 brand new BBQs; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: This was our sixth stay and it won't be the last\, everytime we go we have a great time everyting there is well kept and very clean,great location right across from Jonn's Pass and close to many restaurants; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surf Song Resort Townhouse 343; City: Madeira Beach Florida; Review: Seventh year and it is still a great place.the resort is clean, well kept , and close to lots of stores, restaurants,and water sports. All the unites are owned by different people but they are all very nice.Can't wait to return; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 3 HOT PINK WHITE HYBRID SHIELD KICKSTAND COVER HARD GEL CASE + FREE CAR CHARGER from; Brand: CASELAND; Review: Nice product....Very sturdy.....; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sannysis 1PC Magic Leather Flip Smart View Battery Cover Case For Samsung Galaxy Note 3 III N9000 (Orange); Brand: Sannysis; Review: Not able to control phone without opening case.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sannysis(TM) 1PC Magic Leather Flip Smart View Battery Cover Case For Samsung Galaxy Note 3 III N9000 (Green); Brand: amtonseeshop; Review: Not able to control phone without opening case.....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Samsung Galaxy S5 White 16GB (Boost Mobile) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Samsung; Review: No complaints!!!!!@; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samsung Wireless Charging Pad with 2A Wall Charger w/ Warranty - Frustration Free Packaging, Black Sapphire; Brand: Samsung; Review: I have no complaints....It's take time getting use to laying phone down instead of plugging up. But that will come in time:); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elebase iPhone 6/6S/7/8 Battery Case; Brand: Elebase; Review: Very sturdy and durable, just wasn't the correct fit for my phone.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
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Title: The Ark of Humanity; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: The Ark of Humanity is an absolutely stunning novel exploring the idea of how people managed to survive the Great Flood by mutating and living underwater. The plot line Scott J. Toney has created is very engaging, making the book unputdownable. From the very first chapter I got immersed into the underwater world, fascinated by the imagery the author has created, eager to read more and find out what will happen at the end. The characters are believable and easy to relate to, and what's really important - I did care about them when they found themselves in trouble. There is an unexpected twist closer to the middle of the book, which in my opinion, works great for the book, but I'm not going to spoil the fun for the readers. It's not the first (and I hope not the last) book I've read by Scott J. Toney, and I want to say it is a remarkable book. You won't get disappointed if you decide to read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Book of the Forsaken (The Game, #1); Author: Yannis Karatsioris; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: THE BOOK OF THE FORSAKEN by Yannis Karatsioris "The Book of the Forsaken" by Yannis Karatsioris is the first book in "The Game" Series. From the very beginning this manuscript stands out with its unique voice that can rarely be found in fantasy books. This is the voice of an omniscient narrator who traps three puppets in his web, in order to get hold of a special sought-after artifact, the Book of the Forsaken, that holds the knowledge of the Forsaken races and of the mystical Game that takes place once every five centuries on the dark side of the moon. Daniel, Cassidy and Igor are the three puppets. I enjoyed reading the characters' introductions. All of them are very different, yet brought together to fulfill the storyteller's task. I really enjoyed reading about them separately, and loved the chapters where they are together just as much. The action takes place in a variety of locales that are all well-described, therefore easy to visualize. I commend the author's choice of the settings. My favorite chapter would probably be Chapter 5 "The Occident Express" where there are twists and turns that I never expected to find in this book and that made me read the rest literally non-stop. After the character's introductions the action keeps coming, faster and faster, make The Book of the Forsaken a rollercoaster of a read. I love the author's use of footnotes and also the way Yannis Karatsioris combines epic and modern fantasy concepts. I was glad to find that the author refrained from following the modern take on the myth of vampires and werewolves, but rather preferred to present a different one that really appealed to me. This is without a doubt an evocative read that will stay with you long after you've finished it. I look forward to reading Book #2 of "The Game" Series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Abyss Wars: The One Council (The Chronicles of Arnath, #1); Author: Yannis Karatsioris; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: I must say this is fantasy at its best. I really enjoyed the author's manner of writing, and the plot was riveting. The beginning might have been a bit hard to get into (or get used to, maybe), but then the book turned into a real gem, the further the more fascinating). Recommended to fans of Tolkien.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silhouette; Author: Thomas William Shaw; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: It's a great book! I've been a fan of it ever since it appeared on www.authonomy.com.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Forever Girl (The Forever Girl #1); Author: Rebecca Hamilton; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I really enjoyed reading The Forever Girl. It is a really well written book that combines Dark Fantasy and Romance. Sophia and Charles are bright, memorable characters who are easy to relate to. The evil characters are well done as well. Rebecca Hamilton has a gift bringing her characters to life and giving a 3-D picture of what is going on with and around her characters. I can't help mentioning that I was thrilled by the visions Sophia had throughout the book. They carried a strong Horror element that was masterfully done. I was left wanting for more after reading the last page. The ending is great, even though a bit sorrowful. No doubt I look forward to reading the next book in the series. ***Many thanks to the author for providing me with an e-copy of the book!***; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eden Legacy: Thomas, the Young King of Havilah, Is Drawn to a Forest Beyond His Lands. Here He Discovers Seven Figs, Fruit from the Long Forgotten Eden.; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: fiction; Review: I read "Eden Legacy" a while ago and now it's a pleasure to return to the beautiful epic fantasy world created by Scott Toney. I'd recommend this book to all epic fantasy readers around the world. Excellent book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Head Games; Author: Kevin Alex Baker; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Absolutely fantastic book! I enjoyed this fast-paced thriller so much. So well written, thought-through, and the characters are soooo well done! Can't wait for Kevin Alex Baker's next book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dear Mr. Alien,...; Author: Yannis Karatsioris; Genres: paranormal, children, fantasy, fiction; Review: I loved this book! First I'd love to say thank you to Mr. Karatsioris for sending a paperback copy of "Dear Mr. Alien,..." to me! It's a lovely, refreshing read with a lot of humor in it. I could totally relate Paul to the kid I used to be at his age. The questions he asks of the Alien, the advice he gives, the stories he has to tell to the Alien - each letter depicts Paul's view of the world, which I really appreciated. This book was also a surprise to me in terms of its genre. Before "Dear Mr. Alien,..." I read "The Abyss Wars" Saga and "The Book of the Forsaken" by Yannis Karatsioris, and they are very different from this book. While the aforementioned books are aimed mainly at an adult audience, "Dear Mr. Alien,..." can be enjoyed by both children and adults alike, which shows the author's proclivity at producing various genre books aimed at different age categories. Well done! Looking forward to the author's next book, whatever genre it is going to be!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ringmaster's Gambit (The Game, #2); Author: Yannis Karatsioris; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: So Mr. Karatsioris did manage to create an even greater book than The Book of the Forsaken (TBotF)! The Ringmaster's Gambit is Book 2 in The Game Series, and it's a really well-written book. I really enjoy Yannis' manner of writing. The author is great at creating original, memorable characters. I was hoping to see more of the characters from TBotF, after I've built a connection with Daniel, Cassidy and Igor, but in TRG Yannis decided to focus his attention on the Game and introduced a new cast of bright characters. The ceremonies before for the Game and the performances were really entertaining to read (well, here I feel Bulgakov's influence the most, but I also see it in Mr. Karatsioris' characters, which is really cool IMHO). I was really intrigued by the Moon's Favorite and wished to know who it would be. I'm not going to spoil the fun revealing his (or her) identity as that would be unfair to the future readers of this book. What I loved more about The Ringmaster's Gambit than about TBotF is the sarcastic storyteller's voice (I mean, I loved it in Book 1, but it was even greater in Book 2). It seemed to me that he'd become more mature than in the first book. If in TBotF it has been overdone in a few places, here the storyteller's voice worked great. The author introduces a thread about relics here, which IMO is a great hook, although it's unfinished in this book and I'm intrigued how it's going to be dealt with in the final book of the series. Can't say much yet except that I enjoyed reading about the memories of those historical figures. Overall, The Ringmaster's Gambit is a book that deserves to get into the top lists of Urban/Contemporary Fantasy books. Watch out for that series. You won't regret it if you grab of copy of TRG when it's available on Amazon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tribesman (Tribesman, #1); Author: Paul Freeman; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: A Must Read for All Epic Fantasy Lovers! TRIBESMAN by Paul Freeman is an epic fantasy tale of a true warrior and an outcast, Culainn, who sets on a perilous journey in search of Cotterell the merchant's daughter abducted by clansmen. In the lands he wanders Culainn is often prejudiced, people calling him Tribesman, which he considers an offence. There are a lot of things I enjoyed about this novel and first of all I'd like to say I enormously loved the main characters, Culainn and Persha (a woman Culainn saves from a group of villains on one occasion). Paul Freeman is really great at characterization! Culainn makes a fantastic character. He is a strong, experienced warrior, blessed with the gift of sensing danger, yet haunted all the time by a dark goddess Morrigu, who is most often the sign of someone's impending death. Culainn and Persha are together wandering the deserts, facing malevolent demons and other creatures that seek to kill whoever they find in their way. It's a journey fraught with dangers and full of unpredictable twists and turns. The book is filled with masterfully-written descriptions of the harsh and barren scenery. There are also quite a number of intense action-packed scenes here that are very visual and really well-done. This will especially appeal to action-oriented readers, I'm sure. I just can't help admiring the author's ability at writing such intense scenes as this one: "Up close the creature's hot and putrid breath assaulted him as it snapped its massive jaws. The claws on its hind legs ripped at his thighs, while the front paws pinned him to the ground. He needed both hands to prevent the creature from ripping out his throat, all the while his legs and torso were being torn to shreds. ... He saw the blood-red eyes staring into his own and knew the beast was too powerful, his strength was failing fast. The creature shook its head violently from side to side in order to break free of his grip and get at him with its fangs. His muscles were beginning to burn from the agony of the demon's ripping claws." There were also a few flashback scenes into Culainn's childhood that helped relate to the warrior on a deeper level, and helped me get to know Culainn better. And it's not only about him, I should say, but about the other characters as well. I enjoyed Mr. Freeman's manner of writing--it's strong, mature, and just to the point. The scenes--especially the fight scenes--were very easy to visualize. It felt as if I were there, in the thick of the events. There were also a few romantic bits, not sickly sweet romantic, but appropriate for an epic fantasy book. One of the parts of the book that I enjoyed the most was Culainn's visit to Azral-Murbo, the City of the Dead, where he goes to save Persha. A great climax to the book! To sum up, this is a must-read for all fantasy lovers, especially those who enjoy epic fantasy! I look forward to future; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Isles End; Author: J.H.F. White; Genres: ; Review: An Engrossing 5-Star Book! First I'd like to say I've read ISLES END: A Spiritual Thriller twice, and both times I've enjoyed it immensely. This book is such an exquisite mixture of Thriller and Suspense, Paranormal Fantasy and Science Fiction that it will make any fastidious one-genre reader satisfied. ISLES END belongs to the category of books that you just want to return to. The main character, Harry Turner, moves to a quiet town of Isles End in hope to be away from everyone after a terrible tragedy that took the lives of his parents and fiancee. Yet meeting an angel called Narcissus and Miss Beth Fairbanks changes Harry's life forever. The dark forces lurking near the town of Isles End are not so happy about the angel's appearance and Harry and Beth being together. Harry is not just any man. He's special in many ways, but which ones you'll have to find out yourselves. I especially enjoyed the supernatural elements -- the demons plotting against the main character and his guardian angel Narcissus -- as well as Harry and Beth's interaction that was filled with trust, warmth and mutual desire to be with each other, in spite of everything. I loved the exquisiteness of Mr. White's descriptions combined with well-written dialogues. ***SPOILER ALERT*** Here is an excerpt I simply adore, the moment Harry Turner meets Narcissus for the first time. Beautifully written: "An intoxicating odor enveloped him, with an instant calming effect which relaxed his whole body. The fear that welled up was accompanied by a wonder that seemed to subdue the sudden horror he felt. He had the faint passing notion he should be terrified, but instead felt as though he were in a dream and could only watch as it unfolded before him. Still, even under this spell, he thought he might become sick with this unusual mixture of fear and wonder." ***SPOILER ALERT*** The final part of the book made me want for more. Just well done, Mr. White! A 5-star book! I look forward to the next book by this author!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: January Black; Author: Wendy S. Russo; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance, mystery; Review: January Black was one of my favorites on Authonomy (when it was available there) from the very first chapter. Amazing descriptive language, brilliant characters, intrigue and mystery of who/what January Black is - all captured my heart and I read the book with the feeling of deepest admiration for the author. I was fascinated by the romantic relationship of Matty and Iris - all chapters with them left me breathless. And I can't help mentioning a brilliant twist at the end - it was superb! Wendy Russo has created a masterpiece. A five-star book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reflections (Eternal Curse, #1); Author: J. Dorothy; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: Reflections Review I looked forward to reading this book for ages as I was intrigued by the great premise. Reflections turned out to be a very engaging read. It's Book 1 in "Eternal Curse" trilogy and it's a really great start to a trilogy. First, I want to say that I enjoyed getting to know all the characters in this book. Enjoyed imensely. There is a great cast of characters here--Gabriella and Jo, Beth and Spencer and James and so on and on. The author does a great job making them unique and easy to distinguish. They author also did a marvelous job writing great dialogues that are full of humor and are real fun to read. The ending shows there's going to be a continuation, and not a happy one. I'd categorize this book as "Fantasy" and "Family and Family Relationships", and would definitely recommend it to YA and Adult readers. It's a must-read for fantasy fans. I'm reading Shadows (Book 2) right now and I can't get enough of this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ark of Humanity; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: The Ark of Humanity is an absolutely stunning novel exploring the idea of how people managed to survive the Great Flood by mutating and living underwater. The plot line Scott J. Toney has created is very engaging, making the book unputdownable. From the very first chapter I got immersed into the underwater world, fascinated by the imagery the author has created, eager to read more and find out what will happen at the end. The characters are believable and easy to relate to, and what's really important - I did care about them when they found themselves in trouble. There is an unexpected twist closer to the middle of the book, which in my opinion, works great for the book, but I'm not going to spoil the fun for the readers. It's not the first (and I hope not the last) book I've read by Scott J. Toney, and I want to say it is a remarkable book. You won't get disappointed if you decide to read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lazarus, Man; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: I'm not an avid reader of Religious Fiction, but Scott Toney's LAZARUS, MAN turned out to be such an exceptionally compelling book that I couldn't not enjoy it. The Author paints evocative images, tells his story in exquisite language, his flawless manner of writing making it even more entertaining. Well, it was definitely worth taking a look at this book, and I ended up just wanting for more after I got to the last page.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hearts of Avon; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Although not a chick-lit fan, I really enjoyed "Hearts of Avon". Ben falls in love with a beautiful and intelligent Caroline who does her best to escape her ex-boyfriend, but there are so many other obstacles in the way of Ben and Caroline's love that it's difficult to say if their feelings for each other will be stronger than whatever tries to separate them. "Hearts of Avon" is abundant in twists and turns, and you never know what will happen in the next chapter. I'll gladly reread the story of Ben and Caroline sometime soon, because it's an extremely enjoyable book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Happily Never After; Author: Missy Fleming; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Happily Never After by Missy Fleming is Book 1 of the Savannah Shadows Series. The author, in my humble opinion, has crafted a real masterpiece here! It is an intoxicating read that kept me hooked from the very first sentence of the Prologue -- "Mama always told me Savannah was home to more than just the living." -- until the very end! Happily Never After falls into the category of YA Paranormal Fantasy/Romance, and I'm sure it will have hosts of fans who enjoy reading books in this genre. Quinn Roberts lives in Savannah, rumored to be the most haunted place in the US, together with her stepmother Marietta and Marietta's twin daughters, Anna and Suzie. Treated with no dignity, Quinn is in charge of all the household chores and is always the first to blame if something goes wrong. Given the setting of the novel, it's not a rare occasion. But that's hardly the worst part for Quinn who feels the presence of spirits - good or evil - her entire life. One of such spirits wants to make sure Quinn won't manage to live till her eighteenth birthday. As she meets a famous actor Jason Preston, everything turns even more complicated for Quinn. The question that thrilled me the most was: Will she be able to break that "happily never after" for the Roberts family or no? I think the answer you'll have to find out for yourselves, but I'm sure if you pick up this book, you won't be disappointed. Twists and turns make this book into a real rollercoaster. Dark bits and romantic scenes were balanced throughout the narrative and did not let my obsession with this book wane a little bit. The ending is absolutely fantastic! Kudos to Missy Fleming! I look forward to reading A Strange There After, Book 2 of the Savannah Shadows Series, when it's out there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eden Legacy; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: fiction; Review: I read this book twice, and both times I immensely enjoyed it. Recommend it to all fans of epic fantasy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Artificial Absolutes (Jane Colt, #1); Author: Mary Fan; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: ARTIFICIAL ABSOLUTES by Mary Fan was one of my most expected releases of the year, and now that I've finished reading it, I want to say it exceeded all of my expectations! Artificial Absolutes is a terrific sci-fi book featuring Devin and Jane Colt. From the beginning, I was impressed by the depth of the characters' characterization. The flashbacks that the author provided in the first chapters let me connect with Devin and Jane on a much deeper level than I usually do with characters in other books. The author does a great job bringing her characters to life. Devin meets Sarah DeHaven, the most famous singer in the galaxy, while Jane meets Adam Palmer, a Via priest, who makes Jane like him in a way she cannot explain. It's when Devin proposes to Sarah that action picks up. Jane witnesses Adam being kidnapped. Devin and Jane's father is shot, and Devin is #1 suspect. From now on, Artificial Absolutes turns into a real rollercoaster of a read. Devin flees together with Jane who hopes to find Adam. What I loved about the book is that I felt like I was watching a movie - the descriptions are so well done that I had no problem visualizing everything I was reading about. What I appreciated in AA was that the characters' thoughts and discussions are changed by breathtaking action, and you never know what to expect from the next page. I was deeply moved by the story of Devin and Jane's mother's death and the impact it had on Devin. I was immensely impressed by the author's mature writing style. The characters, the plot, the setting - everything is so well done that it's surprising that AA is a debut novel. I can't wait to read the next book by this author! I really enjoyed reading about the futuristic sci-fi world created by Mary Fan, and I'd like to thank her for the superb read! If you are a sci-fi lover, Artificial Absolutes is a must-read for you! And I can't help mentioning how much I love the title of this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ginger the Gangster Cat; Author: Frank Kusy; Genres: young-adult, thriller, children, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Ginger the Gangster Cat is such a fun and fast read! I must say I haven't had a good laugh for a while, and Joe Kovacs' Ginger made me laugh out loud on numerous occasions as I was reading about Ginger and Sparky's adventures. If you are a cat lover, this book is for you! Sparkling humour, great cat dialogue, and nasty oomans is only part of the fun there is in this book! I'm definitely not going to spoil all the fun for those who haven't yet got to it, by telling the rest. Just read this book. It won't leave you disappointed. Well done, Mr. Kovacs! A five-out-of-five-stars book! Prrrrrrrp!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doubles; Author: Melissa Simonson; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Terrific Debut Novel! This is the best book in the Thriller genre that I've read in a few years, and I must say I read LOTS of Thriller books. I never expected to love the book the way I did, and after reading page 1 of this Manuscript I went on and on and just couldn't stop. I'm a slow reader in general, but with DOUBLES I just wanted to keep reading faster and faster as I really wished to find out what would happen next. DOUBLES is a Thriller with elements of Horror, featuring a twenty-one-year-old Cameron kidnapped by a ruthless maniac, Sam Atwood. Cameron's got a twin sister, Amy, who had been previously kidnapped by the same maniac, but who managed to escape him. Now that he's got Cameron, Sam wants to have the twin, Amy, as well. Writing a book with multiple Points Of View is always a tricky thing because it's really hard to write one convincing POV, let alone a few, but I must say Melissa Simonson made the most of it. There's Cameron's POV that is given in the first person, and there are the others that are third-person narratives. I didn't feel uncomfortable or confused about them. Each is recognizable, believable, relatable, which shows the author's ability to create unique yet believable characters. Of all the POVs, I enjoyed Cameron's and Sam Atwood's POV the most, although the others were well-written as well. Another point I'd love to mention is Melissa Simonson's manner of writing. I've been immensely impressed by it. It is very visual, and I could clearly picture each scene in the book. The short chapters kept the pace fast throughout the book, which eventually made it into a highly engrossing book. It's also remarkable how masterfully the author triggered my imagination to run wild. Let's just take this scene that impressed me a great deal: "We'd both needed a stiff drink, or several, when the man had disassembled Julia's body the way my brother used to snap the limbs off my Barbie dolls when I was little. He didn't do it in front of us, but we could hear him sawing through her bones, his frustrated grunts, and the sound of her blood spraying like the stream of a hose, ricocheting off the door of the basement." Although Cameron didn't see Sam performing this ceremony, she could picture what he was doing, and so could I through her descriptions. It was amazing! The images just kept racing through my mind. It's not easy to accomplish, but Melissa Simonson managed it! When I started DOUBLES, it reminded me of Nicci French's LAND OF THE LIVING. If you read French's book and loved it, I think you should try out DOUBLES because you'll enjoy it so much more. It's without a doubt a 5-star book! I can't wait to read the next book by this author!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Limerence; Author: Claire C. Riley; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: LIMERENCE by Claire C. Riley is an extremely enjoyable and well-written paranormal romance. It was a very quick read for me, because the book flowed smoothly and the plot line kept me engrossed throughout. The arrival of a mysterious Mr Breckt to the Island ruins Mia and Oliver's chances for a happy future. Even though Mia knows she loves Oliver, she can't help falling for the charming and irresistible Mr Breckt. But the appearance of this stranger is followed by a few people disappearing, and Mia's fiance Oliver is among them. LIMERENCE is written in the present-tense first person POVs, mainly Mia's and Mr Breckt's. I really enjoyed reading about Mia who is so passionate and vulnerable, yet strong at the same time. I admired her love for Oliver who is my second favorite character in this book. Claire Riley's prose is descriptive but not overwritten, which is very important. I could easily visualize everything I was reading about. Here is a short piece where Mr Breckt is being introduced into the story, which I like a lot: "As if on cue, a man steps out of the shadows of a side doorway. A doorway that up until that moment I hadn't even noticed. He's young and handsome. With a chiselled firm jaw, and perfect shaped mouth. His hair is dark and thick, styled and yet unruly, as if unwilling to be tamed. He's of medium height and build, but in the suit and tie that he's wearing he commands everyone's attention." It's a great read aimed at 17+ readers. I really look forward to reading LIMERENCE II: Mia! I want to find out what happens next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hazard Pay; Author: Melissa Simonson; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery; Review: HAZARD PAY by Melissa Simonson is Book 2 in John Maxwell series that can also be read as a stand-alone book. The cast of characters here is different from DOUBLES (Book 1), except for Agent John Maxwell who is in charge of the investigation. This time a girl named Allison seeks to avenge her brother Miles's brutal murder. Miles was shot by the drug dealers he and Allison had produced drugs for, and now all Allison wants is blood and revenge. During the day of Miles's death, Allison is saved from the drug dealers' boss Reid by Reid's right-hand man Robert Rosario (or Bobby), and they unleash their killing spree (as Bobby also has some issues with Reid and Co.). Meanwhile, Agent Maxwell is trying to catch Allison, Bobby, and Reid. Though HAZARD PAY is different from DOUBLES in content, it is as great a book as Book 1. I wasn't bored for a single minute reading about the drug cartel and business; the descriptions were easy to visualize, and it seemed like I was watching a movie. I enjoyed descriptive passages like this: "We were far enough away to avoid the blast, but a rapid rush of blistering warmth blew over the Corolla, heat waves shimmering behind the windshield, dust motes sparkling in the light of the explosion." It's as if I'm right there, watching the scene with my own eyes. Allison's chapters are written from 1st point of view while the rest is in the 3rd point of view. I must say I enjoyed both the manner of writing and the plot line. Melissa Simonson has done a great job here. And the ending ... I realized you can never guess how this author's books will end. HAZARD PAY is a roller coaster of a read! I highly recommend it and definitely look forward to the next book by Melissa Simonson!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Discovering Ren (Discovering Ren #1); Author: Jennifer Eifrig; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Review of DISCOVERING REN by Jennifer Eifrig I really enjoyed reading DISCOVERING REN. It is a very entertaining, well-written manuscript in which the author vividly shows her remarkable aptitude for writing. I'm always eager to read books where there is Egypt and its mythology. In DISCOVERING REN myths turn to reality, with the main characters transforming into powerful magical creatures. I really loved the main character--Isadora, both before and after her magical transformation. Her faithfulness to her husband Max is so endearing. To tell you the truth, in quite a few places the author took me by surprise, in a good way. The plot line has lots of twists and turns where I wouldn't expect them, and it made this book an unpredictable and thrilling read for me. Who would I recommend DISCOVERING REN to? Fans of well-written fantasy, people hooked on Egyptology, those who love action, thrill, plot twists, humor, and lots and lots of magic. This book is part of a series, and I definitely look forward to reading the next book as the ending left me wanting for more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shadows (Eternal Curse, #2); Author: J. Dorothy; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: Sequel to "Reflections", "Shadows" is a captivating story full of romance, love and unpredictable twists. Just before marrying James, Jo is forced by her aunt Rowellyn, an evil sorceress, to go back in time and undo everything good that has happened in her life, otherwise James and everyone Jo loves will suffer. Jo does as Rowellyn asks, but then finds that her attempt to lead an estranged life doesn't work out, and she ends up with James again. After she tells him her story, they decide to find a way to deal with Rowellyn and her curse. This is an excellent story that I enjoyed as much as "Reflections". Well written, the narrative flows well, making the reading effortless. Jacoba Dorothy's really great at creating true-to-life characters, excellent dialogue and plotline. I look forward to reading Book 3 of the series when it's out. This series will definitely appeal to fantasy lovers, both young adult and adult.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Trees; Author: Eli Constant; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance, mystery; Review: Eli Constant is an amazing writer. I knew that when I finished her first book, a dystopian novella, DRAG.N, which I loved so much I went on to read another of her books, a full-length novel, Mastic, which was very beautifully written. Therefore I couldn't miss Dead Trees, and I'm happy I had the chance to read it because as with the first two books, it combines powerful writing with excellent characterization. Dead Trees is a dystopian novel where humanity is attacked by undergrounders - humanoids who lived hundreds and thousands of years underground and now made their appearance to put humanity's existence at risk. The main character is Elise Swanson, a 41-year-old widow and mom of two little girls, fleeing from one place to another in hope to find shelter from the undergrounders, which is never an easy task. The book description on Amazon and Goodreads is detailed enough so I won't go into too much detail about the book's plot. What I'd love to say is that for the third time I was amazed at Eli Constant's ability to create loveable 3-D characters who you get to know so well you start thinking of them as someone you really know and care about. I'm a huge fan of Eli's writing and I hope to read more books by her in the near future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lykaia (The Sophia Katsaros Series #1); Author: Sharon Van Orman; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, romance, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: REVIEW: LYKAIA by Sharon Van Orman 5 BIG STARS! I'm afraid I won't be able to properly express my fascination with LYKAIA. It was such an awesome read I would definitely recommend it to all who'd love to spend some quality time with a really well-written book. The main character, forensic pathologist Sophia Katsaros gets a phone call from Greece and finds out that her brothers have been missing for two months. She goes there to start an investigation of her own that might not end well for her. This book has everything in it to satisfy a fastidious reader: really well thought-through plot line, fleshed out characters, tension, suspense, and more. I read the second half of the novel in one sitting, so riveting it was. I enjoyed Sharon's manner of writing. It is of the highest quality. I'd like to give a huge thanks to the author for providing me with a copy of this fantastic book! Looking forward to reading Book 2 of the series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DRAG.N; Author: Eli Constant; Genres: ; Review: I fell in love with DRAG.N from page 1. It was so riveting I laid all my other reads aside as I knew I wanted to finish this one first, before getting back to the other reads. It's the first book by Eli Constant that I've read, but definitely not the last. DRAG.N combines very powerful writing (not many bestselling books have) with excellent characterization and a fantastical plot that is actually very realistic to me. This novelette tells of a group of activists determined to take down technologies that drug the American nation and keep it brainwashed and "healthy". Even though it was a novelette, each character was fleshed out so well it seemed I knew them in real life. It doesn't happen to me often even after reading a full-length novel. I really enjoyed reading about Gracie Phillips, the creator of DRAG.N. Here's a short excerpt that, in my opinion, presents really well-done characterization: The voice on the other end of the phone became more enthusiastic, cutting into her speech. "DRAG.N Inventor extraordinaire; I know who you are." Gracie paused; the praise made her uncomfortable. It always did, because down deep inside of her, she realized that inventing the DRAG.N was not something she wanted to be remembered for... like Einstein's role in the development of the atom bomb. I would definitely recommend this book to all who love well-written books. If you are a fan of dystopian novels, DRAG.N is a must-read for you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tribesman (Tribesman #1); Author: Paul Freeman; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: TRIBESMAN by Paul Freeman is an epic fantasy tale of a true warrior and an outcast, Culainn, who sets on a perilous journey in search of Cotterell the merchant's daughter abducted by clansmen. In the lands he wanders Culainn is often prejudiced, people calling him Tribesman, which he considers an offence. There are a lot of things I enjoyed about this novel and first of all I'd like to say I enormously loved the main characters, Culainn and Persha (a woman Culainn saves from a group of villains on one occasion). Paul Freeman is really great at characterization! Culainn makes a fantastic character. He is a strong, experienced warrior, blessed with the gift of sensing danger, yet haunted all the time by a dark goddess Morrigu, who is most often the sign of someone's impending death. Culainn and Persha are together wandering the deserts, facing malevolent demons and other creatures that seek to kill whoever they find in their way. It's a journey fraught with dangers and full of unpredictable twists and turns. The book is filled with masterfully-written descriptions of the harsh and barren scenery. There are also quite a number of intense action-packed scenes here that are very visual and really well-done. This will especially appeal to action-oriented readers, I'm sure. I just can't help admiring the author's ability at writing such intense scenes as this one: "Up close the creature's hot and putrid breath assaulted him as it snapped its massive jaws. The claws on its hind legs ripped at his thighs, while the front paws pinned him to the ground. He needed both hands to prevent the creature from ripping out his throat, all the while his legs and torso were being torn to shreds. ... He saw the blood-red eyes staring into his own and knew the beast was too powerful, his strength was failing fast. The creature shook its head violently from side to side in order to break free of his grip and get at him with its fangs. His muscles were beginning to burn from the agony of the demon's ripping claws." There were also a few flashback scenes into Culainn's childhood that helped relate to the warrior on a deeper level, and helped me get to know Culainn better. And it's not only about him, I should say, but about the other characters as well. I enjoyed Mr. Freeman's manner of writing--it's strong, mature, and just to the point. The scenes--especially the fight scenes--were very easy to visualize. It felt as if I were there, in the thick of the events. There were also a few romantic bits, not sickly sweet romantic, but appropriate for an epic fantasy book. One of the parts of the book that I enjoyed the most was Culainn's visit to Azral-Murbo, the City of the Dead, where he goes to save Persha. A great climax to the book! To sum up, this is a must-read for all fantasy lovers, especially those who enjoy epic fantasy! I look forward to future releases by this author!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Messenger, Sammael's Lost Memory; Author: Mindy Haig; Genres: history, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Though this book is slightly out of my comfort zone, I must say it's unique and very touching. Mindy Haig's rendition of Sammael definitely captured my attention. What I appreciated is that the story is written in the first person and we are in Sammael's head. The author has chosen the setting and the main characters (I mean, The Reverend and Sammael) for this story in an excellent way. I'm now looking forward to reading Glory. My overall book rating: 4.5 stars (Goodreads: 4 stars and Amazon: 5 stars). Many thanks to the author for the enjoyable read!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Odium (The Dead Saga, #1); Author: Claire C. Riley; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, romance; Review: "Odium" is the sequel to "Life Ever After", a short story where we get to know Nina, and also where the zombie apocalypse starts. I must say I thoroughly enjoyed LEA and really looked forward to reading "Odium". In "Odium" Nina and other survivors live behind the walls that protect them from deaders, but life there is far from happy. She decides to leave together with Emily, a girl who's been banished from the place. The two of them are supposed to survive in a world feasting with zombies. As it turns out, zombies are not the only thing that may put Nina and Emily in danger. I'm really impressed with Claire C. Riley's narrative flow. The book is easy to read, it's enjoyable, and it's a must-read for zombie-lovers. ***I would like to thank the author for providing me with a review copy.***; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Space Games; Author: Dean Lombardo; Genres: fiction; Review: SPACE GAMES Review I had a great time reading SPACE GAMES by Dean Lombardo. It's the first book I've read by this author, but I'm sure it's not the last. It's about a tournament between a man and a woman taking place in space, where they have to beat each other in a series of events in order to get a 3-million-dollar prize. This book shows in a vivid way that greed and lust for money and fame outshine sanity and morality. The world-building, the characters, the writing - everything is so realistic, so natural and detailed it's like you are watching a fast-paced movie. The book is very intense so once I started reading it I couldn't stop. There's a lot of violence and cussing, but they just couldn't be helped, and I didn't mind them as much as I do in other books. The fast pace, the events the main characters took part in, the cast of characters introduced by the author made SPACE GAMES an engrossing read. Totally recommended to those who love a well-written, well-structured novel with a message. I loved the way the author showed what impact TV and the Internet have on most people. And, by the way, while reading about the games I groaned in displeasure when a commercial was coming up. I'd definitely love to see it as a movie some time soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chains of Prophecy; Author: Jason P. Crawford; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I really enjoyed reading Chains of Prophecy by Jason Crawford. This book has a great cast of characters, religion, action, humor and more. Samuel Buckland doesn't believe in God, but after a chain of tragic events in his life he's going to change his opinion. The question is, will he live after meeting the one who's trying to kill him? The author did a great job bringing to life both good and evil characters, fleshing out the characters of Samuel Buckland and Gregory Caitlin, making them real. I loved reading about Sam dreaming about Mikey and the girl chained to the wall, and it was quite a surprise to find out who they really were. And of course a great idea about the book Sam found after his parents' death. Chains of Prophecy has great descriptions, action and dialogue. I'm sure the author had a great time writing this book. I now look forward to reading the next book in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Godhead (The Last Olympiad, #1); Author: Ken Mooney; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: GODHEAD Review What struck me about Godhead is how well-written this book is. Ken Mooney is a gifted writer, no doubt. I'm really impressed with his manner of writing, ability at characterization and description. I was hooked from the beginning, both by the Prologue which was set in Olympus and by the opening chapters set in a town (or city?) of Carthin. The rest of the book doesn't disappoint as the author does a great job weaving Greek mythology with Paranormal Fantasy, setting them in modern times. The characters are really well done. I felt for Megan who lost her granddad. I was so interested in Karl who also had a person he loved and lost. Hannah and Unity are also great characters who had their mysteries. It is through the flashbacks that we get to know all these characters better. The appearance of a traitor in the book was quite a surprise to me. I totally didn't see it coming, but I'm not going to spoil the fun for those who are going to read this novel. There's lots of action in the book, and I enjoyed the scenes as they were visual and I could easily see everything I was reading about as if I was watching a movie. And the ending leaves me wanting for more. GODHEAD is such an impressive mix of Greek mythology, fantasy and horror that I'm sure this book will stay with me long after I've finished reading it. I definitely look forward to reading Book 2 in the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beasthood (The Hidden Blood Series, #1); Author: A.Z. Green; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: BEASTHOOD Review I had a great time reading Beasthood by A.Z. Green. I had no idea what to expect from this book before I started reading it, but after the Prologue and a few chapters I knew it would be an enjoyable read. Jaz, the main character, is tormented by a nightmare where she has a miscarriage. All of a sudden, an aunt she's never known arrives at her place and takes her away from her parents. Jaz finds out she's been kidnapped, and she has to go through terrifying ordeals before her kidnappers inform her of her true identity, and tell her she had a twin sister Lora who died after giving birth to a stillborn child. Jaz learns about the Were world she knew nothing about, and soon she's pulled into a dangerous game as a possible mate for Nik Driver, the Leader of Deer Creek Pack. There is a traitor within their group who assists the neighbouring rival pack, and no one knows who he/she is. I had several possible suspects throughout the book--my list was changing constantly--but I still didn't figure out who the traitor is as the author didn't reveal the one. A.Z. Green has crafted an impressive manuscript with a cast of memorable characters that are easy to relate to. Jaz is without a doubt my favourite character. She's brave, passionate, hard-to-intimidate, and still vulnerable. Nik Driver is quite a mysterious, but still likable character. There are a few scenes in the book where they argue heatedly, and Jaz is not sure whether she loves him or not, and also trying to deny her feelings for Nik because of Lora. I must say I've enjoyed those scenes immensely. The book is also abundant in action scenes and fights, which makes it a real page-turner. Beasthood is written in the omniscient point of view where the author provides the readers with the thoughts and feeling of the main characters, giving a much broader view of what is happening in each scene. There is a lot of detailed description of the surroundings and main and minor characters, which shows that the author has a clear picture of what and who she writes about. I'm sure Beasthood will greatly appeal to Young Adult and New Adult readers. I look forward to reading Book 2 in the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Book of the Forsaken (The Game, #1); Author: Yannis Karatsioris; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: "The Book of the Forsaken" by Yannis Karatsioris is the first book in "The Game" Series. From the very beginning this manuscript stands out with its unique voice that can rarely be found in fantasy books. This is the voice of an omniscient narrator who traps three puppets in his web, in order to get hold of a special sought-after artifact, the Book of the Forsaken, that holds the knowledge of the Forsaken races and of the mystical Game that takes place once every five centuries on the dark side of the moon. Daniel, Cassidy and Igor are the three puppets. I enjoyed reading the characters' introductions. All of them are very different, yet brought together to fulfill the storyteller's task. I really enjoyed reading about them separately, and loved the chapters where they are together just as much. The action takes place in a variety of locales that are all well-described, therefore easy to visualize. I commend the author's choice of the settings. My favorite chapter would probably be Chapter 5 "The Occident Express" where there are twists and turns that I never expected to find in this book and that made me read the rest literally non-stop. After the character's introductions the action keeps coming, faster and faster, make The Book of the Forsaken a rollercoaster of a read. I love the author's use of footnotes and also the way Yannis Karatsioris combines epic and modern fantasy concepts. I was glad to find that the author refrained from following the modern take on the myth of vampires and werewolves, but rather preferred to present a different one that really appealed to me. This is without a doubt an evocative read that will stay with you long after you've finished it. I look forward to reading Book #2 of "The Game" Series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shadow of Tiamat (The Dragon's Blood Chronicles #1); Author: Sean T. Poindexter; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I enjoyed this book a lot. The opening scene was so great I kept reading and loving this book more and more. It's a great mix of mythology (vampires and dragons) and explicit eroticism. Megan and Garrett are great characters, and though the chapters about dragons were great, I enjoyed the chapters with Meg and Garrett the most. It was also quite satisfying to find out that the author had decided to make vampires into much more inferior beings than dragons. Loved the scene where Garrett fights MacDuvall. Definitely a qualitative read! *Many thanks to Wendy Russo for purchasing an ecopy of this book for me!*; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Season of the Dead; Author: Lucia Adams; Genres: fiction; Review: I read and loved books by Paul Freeman and Sharon van Orman (and I also looked forward to reading chapters by Lucia Adams and Gerald D. Johnston) so this book was on my to-definitely-read list. After finishing Season of the Dead, I must say I immensely enjoyed this book. It was a great read! Sharon, Gerry, Lucia and Paul--four individuals who don't know each other--are trying to survive a zombie apocalypse as the Hauksson virus sends the world crashing down. The authors do a great job describing what it means to end up among hordes of flesh-eating zombies. The action is amazing. The descriptions are vivid and well-done. Each chapter is written in the first POV and it lets the reader get to know each character so well, which I really appreaciated. I'm not sure, but it seems there has to be a sequel, and I'll definitely be watching out for it. If you are a zombie fan, don't miss Season of the Dead.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mastic; Author: Eli Constant; Genres: mystery, thriller, romance, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Let me start this review by saying that Eli Constant is an amazing author. I knew it the moment I started reading her novella DRAG.N, a riveting read. I've so been looking forward to reading Mastic even since I found out about its release; there were lots of reasons for it: the title itself made me curious, the covers of Mastic that I saw on facebook (all of them really cool), and the blurb which sounded like I was going to enjoy this book (which I did). I didn't expect to be pulled so strongly into the book from the first pages. I'm just not easy to impress. But the opening scene was really great, and I wanted more. Eli Constant is great at details that bring her characters to life. Renee, Mark, Kat, Vicky and Sara, they are like real people to me. Their relationships are true-to-life, never contrived or far-fetched. And you get to know these characters so well that you don't want to stop reading about them. The paranormal element works really well together with the legend the author used for this book. I enjoyed reading about the supernatural beings I'd never heard of before [no spoilers here, it's better to read about them in the book than in a review]. Once I started reading Mastic, I couldn't stop thinking about it. Well done to the author! Now I really look forward to reading Dead Trees.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Firedragon (Flynn Nightsider, #0.5); Author: Mary Fan; Genres: paranormal, fiction, fantasy, young-adult; Review: Aurelia Sun, a.k.a. the Firedragon, is a Norm, a non-magical being, and Norms--as opposed to Enchanters--are treated as being inferior. To prove all Enchanters wrong, Aurelia enters a dangerous competition where the contestants face fearsome monsters: specters, manticores, spearfiends and what not. As soon as the Challenge starts, Aurelia realizes that all is not as it appears. And to discover the truth, she will have to face the most dangerous monster in the competition that may actually be stronger than her. The Firedragon (Flynn Nightsider) is around 80 to 90 pages long, but it's a story so thrilling I read it in one day. Just couldn't put it down. At 99 cents it's a real bargain.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Synthetic Illusions (Jane Colt, #2); Author: Mary Fan; Genres: fiction; Review: My review of Synthetic Illusions can also be found on Amazon US and UK and Book Reveal Blog ([url]....). I remember my excitement when I purchased a copy of Mary Fan's debut novel ARTIFICIAL ABSOLUTES. The book was so great in many ways that I jumped at the opportunity to read and review Mary's sequel to ARTIFICIAL ABSOLUTES, SYNTHETIC ILLUSIONS, offered by the author and her publisher. Mary Fan has created another sci-fi / thriller masterpiece. Following Artificial Absolutes, Synthetic Illusions throws Jane Colt into another whirlwind of breathtaking action as she and the love of her life, an AI named Adam Palmer, are persecuted by Jane's elder brother, Devin Colt. The book opens with a "What-the-hell's-going-on?" scene that made blood pump faster in my veins. Why did Devin act the way he did? What was going on? The scenes in the book were so vivid as if I was watching a movie. SI is written in multiple points of view, but they are presented in a way that you never feel lost in the scenes. Mary Fan masterfully manages to combine action scenes with the characters' thoughts in a way that we get to know them so well, as if they are real people, someone we've known for ages. Whereas I sympathized with Jane and Devin, I think I cared about Adam the most. That may sound strange, "to care the most about an AI", but I couldn't help myself when reading about the pain he had to go through, and about the sacrifice he was making for Jane. As a slow reader, I should say the ending kept me so thrilled I couldn't stop reading it until the last page. I was literally on the edge of my seat, biting my nails and keeping my fingers crossed for the trio of characters that I've fallen in love with. I'd love to thank the author and Red Adept Publishing for giving me the chance to read the sequel. I don't know if there's going to be a sequel, but in any case I'll be looking forward to reading more books by Mary Fan.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Circus of Lost Souls; Author: Riley J. Ford; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery; Review: From the first page I had a feeling I was watching a good old horror movie. But as it turned out later, Circus of Lost Souls was more than that. It falls into a category of books that are hard to put aside once you start reading them. Myra Anderson and a bunch of students arrive at Cirque du Lune that from day one seems a creepy and eerie place. The further, the creepier it gets. Myra Anderson is haunted by her childhood memory of seeing a dead boy, but she still goes to the circus with her boyfriend Bo. Once they are there, they find out each is supposed to take part in a performance where they are killed. Even before the performances start things happen that unsettle Myra. This book made me guess all along about what was really going on, and I really enjoyed the experience. There's lots to love in this book: great dialogue, great characters, the performances (each is haunting and so well written), the twists and turns (character development), and the ending of course. Something I didn't expect is that there's going to be a sequel. I'd prefer if it were a stand-alone just because now I'll have to wait for the next book. I highly recommend it to YA readers (but not to the faint-hearted as there are a few scenes that might make you reel).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Warrior (Tribesman, #2); Author: Paul Freeman; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: WARRIOR is Book 2 in the series telling about the adventures of a great warrior named Culainn. He goes on his search of the merchant's daughter, which is fraught with grave danger. I loved this book as much as TRIBESMAN, Book 1. There's everything an epic-fantasy fan will love: masterfully written descriptions, intense action-packed scenes, the characters. The author does a great job creating the atmosphere throughout the book. The descriptiveness is there, but it's never overdone. Just take a look at the first paragraph of the book: "Fingers of black smoke rose into an iron grey sky. Yellow flames danced on thatched roofs of wattle-and-daub buildings, eating the reed with a voracious and insatiable appetite. The main doors of the settlement, the weakest point in its defence, swung from damaged hinges, broken and battered by the force of determined, hard men. ...." As in TRIBESMAN, the flow and pace in WARRIOR is amazingly well done. The writing is well-balanced, combining descriptive parts with action scenes in a great way. Overall, it is a thrilling read that will make you crave for more. I hope there's going to be a continuation to WARRIOR as there are a few questions left unanswered. Looking forward to reading more books about Culainn!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Pharaohs; Author: C.M.T. Stibbe; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: From the very beginning I knew Chasing Pharaohs by C.M.T.Stibbe would be a great journey. The author does a great job introducing the main characters to us. Chapters written in different points of view help us get the full picture of what is going on. C.M.T.Stibbe brings her story to life through masterfully-written descriptions. I especially enjoyed the author's manner of writing. The book opens with a very vivid and intense scene that is so visual you can see the action unfolding before your eyes. Chasing Pharaohs is a must-read for all lovers of Egyptian history and also everyone who'd like to spend some quality time with a great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villainous; Author: Jessica S. Carter; Genres: paranormal, fantasy; Review: VILLAINOUS by Jessica S. Carter is an easy and captivating read. I was instantly intrigued by the blurb and the book didn't disappoint. Henriette is a bright and memorable character. Before her 13th birthday she finds out that she has extraordinary abilities, and that They are going to search for her because of her gift, wishing to destroy her. Henriette meets an Anomaly like her, Celeste, and together they travel across the country killing Agents and also trying to save those the Agents were trying to kill. I enjoyed reading the parts where Henriette and other Anomalies used their gifts. The author has a great imagination and she created some amazing characters with original gifts. It is completely by accident that I came across this book (it was actually thanks to the author) but I was glad I did. I look forward to reading more by Jessica S. Carter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: End Credits; Author: Simon Paul Wilson; Genres: ; Review: When I read a book by Simon Paul Wilson, I tend to forget about everything. The same thing happened when I started End Credits (or See You When the World Ends). From page 1 it was clear it's going to be a great read, and the further I read, the more I wanted to go on. Unlike in the other two books by the author, here the main character is a man who finds out there's no sense of purpose in his life when Naomi Wong, his closest friend, leaves for Hong Kong. He keeps thinking about her, afraid to admit that he loves her, scared that she might not feel the same way. When she is away, he starts seeing a dream, once then again and again, and he is unable to figure out why it feels wrong. Though it was a short read, End Credits was so captivating I read it from morning till night, and then finished it the following morning. The novella ends in a very touching way. If you are not familiar with SPW's writing I do recommend you to try End Credits. You will not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Summoned (Summoned, #1); Author: Rainy Kaye; Genres: young-adult, romance, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: Dimitri is a jinn controlled by a multimillionaire Karl Walker whose wishes Dimitri is compelled to fulfill. If he tries to disobey, Dimitri's head is filled with noise that makes him suffer until the moment Karl Walker's wish is fulfilled. In between the assignments, Dimitri meets Syd, who is supposed to be just another fling, but what is supposed to be a one-night stand turns into something bigger. Unlike the assassins in most books and movies these days, Dimitri is not a cold-blooded killer. He is insecure; his hands are shaking at the thought of another murder he is about to commit, but he is left no choice because of the buzzing in his head. At times I had problems with Dimitri's voice. It sounded a bit feminine to me, especially at the beginning of the book. His attention to detail was a bit over the top, though closer to the end of the book, the voice is more believable. The author did a great job describing the way Dimitri acted and felt while accomplishing his master's tasks, but unfortunately, the people Dimitri had to kill didn't seem significant to the story until the very end when everything falls into place, and we find out what is going on. Nevertheless, Summoned is a well-written story, and I'm sure lots of people are going to enjoy reading it. I must note that I immensely loved the ending, especially the last lines. The ending is well done. I'm giving Summoned 4 stars, and I hope the next installment will get a 5-out-of-5 from me. Looking forward to reading it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Braineater Jones; Author: Stephen Kozeniewski; Genres: history, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: A guy wakes up floating facedown in a swimming pool with no memory of who he is, where he is, how he died and a number of other questions. Now a zombie, he has to quench his hunger for human flesh with booze that can only be obtained in the only speakeasy in Ganesh City. He gets acquainted with a few people there and starts his own investigation. The book starts off as a cross between a zombie novel and a detective story spiced with humor. The combination of these makes Braineater Jones a funny, well-structured read where the mystery is not revealed until the very end, and the readers are kept in the unknown craving for more. I loved the way Jones tried to figure out who he was, especially when he and Alcibe--nothing but a severed talking head--worked together when solving mysteries. Braineater Jones was a really fun read. I didn't know what to expect when I started the book, but it turned out to be well-written, original and witty. Thanks a lot to Stephen Kozeniewski and Red Adept Publishing for providing me with a review copy of this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Come, the Dark: Cordovae's Journey (Forever Girl, #2); Author: Rebecca Hamilton; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: In 1961 a teenage girl whose name is Rose is expecting a baby. But not all is that simple. It's her own father's baby she's carrying. Her Pa is not as he used to be. He's different. And Rose keeps seeing shadow men at the edge of her sight. They are always beside her, never leaving. All Rose wants is to give birth to her baby and run. As far as possible. What she least expected was that after giving birth to her baby, she would end up in Salem of 1691, separated from her Anna. Trying to find a way back, she meets William and Tess who teach her a lot about elementals: the Ankou, the Strigoi, the Cruor and the Maltorim, and who try to figure out what Cord should do to stop the Maltorim. Rebecca Hamilton's Volume 2 of The Forever Girl Series proved once again what a gifted writer Rebecca is. Rose/Cordovae is a character you instantly sympathize with. I enjoyed her journey immensely. I was particularly impressed with the final battle Cord, William and Tess had against the Maltorim. It was amazing! And the ending is ... outstanding! No spoilers here. If you love Paranormal Romance and Dark Fantasy, this series is for you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NovaForge (Nova, #1); Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: If you are looking for a highly captivating read, you may stop here and try out NovaForge by Scott Toney. It's Book 1 of the Nova Trilogy, set in the distant future on Solaris, a planet that suffers a fall of a meteor that brings dead souls with it and scatters them all over the planet to scar people's bodies and enslave their minds. And there's one man, Samuel, who has the power to manipulate the souls. Julieth, Riad, Ivanus, and Bayne are the only ones who can stop Samuel. I was very impressed by the novel on many levels. First, the world-building. Scott Toney has done a great job inventing a new world with creatures you've never read about. The author paints vivid pictures of the world where the story takes place and of the monsters this world is teeming with. Well done! Second, the pace of the novel. You'll never get bored reading NovaForge. From the opening scene you get right into the action that's going to make your heart thump wildly. There are parts where the main characters are given a break from action, and these parts give us a chance to get to know the characters better. NovaForge is a well-structured, captivating novel with twists and turns. It ends that made me want for more. I look forward to reading Book 2 of the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Creatus (They Exist) (Creatus, #0.5); Author: Carmen DeSousa; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I won an ecopy of this book in a giveaway, and I already had the first two books in this series (Creatus and Creatus Rogue) on my Kindle. The prequel was published after the publication of these two books, and I'm glad I started with it. I really enjoyed the prequel. It gives the readers the opportunity to get to know the characters better. There is a twist in this story I never saw coming (no spoilers here), and as soon as it happened I couldn't put the book down. The ending is highly intriguing, and now I really look forward to reading Creatus (Book 1).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: На ростанях; Author: Iakub Kolas; Genres: ; Review: I read this book at school and was deeply impressed by it. Yakub Kolas is one of my favorite Belarusian writers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blemished (Blemished, #1); Author: Sarah Dalton; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: It was quite an exciting read. I especially enjoyed it from around 60% of the book till the end. The world building was well done, and the characters are likeable. On the whole, it's a good read for YA readers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lost Book of Anggird; Author: Kyra Halland; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: When Perarre Tabrano, a talented translator, gets a chance to work with the eminent Professor Roric Rossony, she has no idea what she's getting herself into. Her task is to translate restricted books that are supposed to help the Professor to understand why the magica has started deteriorating. As she starts Reading the books, she realizes this knowledge may not only endanger her and Professor's lives, but also threaten the whole of Vorunne Dominion. At some point Perarre and Roric realize they are in love with each other, and Perarre is terrified for her and Roric's lives when the most dangerous book of all falls into the Professor's hands. Their journey, long and perilous, is about to start, and both of them will have to face mortal danger in their search for the truth and in their attempt not to lose each other. If you are an avid epic fantasy reader, The Lost Book of Anggird is for you. It starts slowly as the author lets us get to know all of the main characters' traits, and bit by bit the action picks up, and then you know you can't stop until you get to the very end. It is a very well-written novel, and I'm really happy I had the chance to read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tell Me My Name (Fated Stars, #1); Author: Mary Fan; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: Tell Me My Name is an introduction into Mary Fan's new fantasy series, Fated Stars, with the first book, Windborn, due in 2015. A girl wakes up in an icy cell without knowing who she is and why she is there. A group of magicians visit her, accompanied by an apprentice who is the only one who seems to care about how the girl feels. Whenever she tries to remember anything, searing pain shoots through her, but she keeps trying nevertheless as she is sure remembering some facts about her past may help her get out of the cell. Tell Me My Name was a short but an enjoyable read, with a highly inventive ending. I've read all of Mary Fan's books and this one was as great as the others. I look forward to reading more books by this talented author.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allegories; Author: Yannis Karatsioris; Genres: fiction; Review: This is a fine collection of Paranormal / Philosophical / Romance Fantasy short stories. Some of them reminded me of Paulo Coelho in their voice and the way the author narrated these stories. To my mind, if some of them were longer and more detailed I'd be sure I was reading something penned by Coelho. My favorites here would be The Experimenter's Belief, Glacier Heart and Just a Story. And A Flight of Currently is also a nice read. Recommended to lovers of Philosophical Fantasy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Soul Immortal (Fated Eternals, #1); Author: Jen Printy; Genres: history, fiction, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: This will be a tough one for me. The blurb sounded fantastic, and I looked forward to reading this book. It was really good at the beginning, but then it just dragged on and on, and now that I'm finished I have to say I expected so much more. It's not about the writing. The writing is excellent, almost perfect - the editors at RAP did their job well. It's the plot that didn't grab me until the last few pages. When you are on page 266 of a 310-page MS and it starts getting a bit more interesting, you know it's too late and you should have laid this book aside and got on to something different. The plot is not complicated. Jack is an immortal and heals very fast. He stopped aging around twenty and is now a hundred and seventy years old. All these years he hasn't been able to get over the loss of Lydia who he loved passionately. Unfortunately, it was hard to relate to that since I knew nothing about Lydia, but I believed the author and didn't let it bother me much. He moves to Portland and meets Leah who is so much like Lydia he can't stop thinking about her. How can she be so similar to the Lydia he loved? There's a man who can answer this question, but he may be too dangerous. No spoilers from here. What I enjoyed about the book is the interaction between the characters: Jack and Ed (I don't understand why he had to die), Leah and Grady, Jack and Leah. But the action was not that exciting, except for the final part where a lot of things happen. It'd be perfectly okay as a stand-alone, but the author added an epilogue which asks for a sequel. Maybe there'll be more action there. I'd recommend My Soul Immortal to lovers of romantic fiction. Actual rating: 3.25 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Trees 1 & 2; Author: Eli Constant; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: Review of Dead Trees, Book 1: Eli Constant is an amazing writer. I knew that when I finished her first book, a dystopian novella, DRAG.N, which I loved so much I went on to read another of her books, a full-length novel, Mastic, which was very beautifully written. Therefore I couldn't miss Dead Trees, and I'm happy I had the chance to read it because as with the first two books, it combines powerful writing with excellent characterization. Dead Trees is a dystopian novel where humanity is attacked by undergrounders - humanoids who lived hundreds and thousands of years underground and now made their appearance to put humanity's existence at risk. The main character is Elise Swanson, a 41-year-old widow and mom of two little girls, fleeing from one place to another in hope to find shelter from the undergrounders, which is never an easy task. The book description on Amazon and Goodreads is detailed enough so I won't go into too much detail about the book's plot. What I'd love to say is that for the third time I was amazed at Eli Constant's ability to create loveable 3-D characters who you get to know so well you start thinking of them as someone you really know and care about. I'm a huge fan of Eli's writing and I hope to read more books by her in the near future. *** I got myself a copy of Dead Trees 2 and can't wait to get to it! ***; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Isles End: A Spiritual Thriller; Author: J.H.F. White; Genres: ; Review: I've read Isles End twice, and both times I've enjoyed it immensely. This book is such an exquisite mixture of Thriller and Suspense, Paranormal Fantasy and Science Fiction that it will make any fastidious one-genre reader satisfied. ISLES END belongs to the category of books that you just want to return to. The main character, Harry Turner, moves to a quiet town of Isles End in hope to be away from everyone after a terrible tragedy that took the lives of his parents and fiancee. Yet meeting an angel called Narcissus and Miss Beth Fairbanks changes Harry's life forever. The dark forces lurking near the town of Isles End are not so happy about the angel's appearance and Harry and Beth being together. Harry is not just any man. He's special in many ways, but which ones you'll have to find out yourselves. I especially enjoyed the supernatural elements -- the demons plotting against the main character and his guardian angel Narcissus -- as well as Harry and Beth's interaction that was filled with trust, warmth and mutual desire to be with each other, in spite of everything. I loved the exquisiteness of Mr. White's descriptions combined with well-written dialogues. ***SPOILER ALERT*** Here is an excerpt I simply adore, the moment Harry Turner meets Narcissus for the first time. Beautifully written: "An intoxicating odor enveloped him, with an instant calming effect which relaxed his whole body. The fear that welled up was accompanied by a wonder that seemed to subdue the sudden horror he felt. He had the faint passing notion he should be terrified, but instead felt as though he were in a dream and could only watch as it unfolded before him. Still, even under this spell, he thought he might become sick with this unusual mixture of fear and wonder." ***SPOILER ALERT*** The final part of the book made me want for more. Just well done, Mr. White! A 5-star book! I look forward to the next book by this author!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Immortality Game; Author: Ted Cross; Genres: thriller, crime, mystery, fiction; Review: Ted Cross's The Immortality Game tells about a girl named Zoya who gets a mysterious package from her brother not long before she finds him dead, and who then has to flee for her life from the mobsters that killed her brother. There is also Marcus who leaves Phoenix, Arizona for Moscow in search of that same package as it might help his dead father Javier Saenz (who only exists in the digital world) get a new body. Set in Moscow of the year 2138, which is far from a safe place, The Immortality Game makes a riveting technothriller where there's lots of action, tension and suspense. Realistic and gritty, it's a perfect read for lovers of sci-fi and cyberpunk. It would make a great movie, in my opinion. Can't wait to read Ted Cross's future releases.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yuko Zen is Somewhere Else; Author: Simon Paul Wilson; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: Chris Winter has no idea his life is about to change when he discovers a journal left behind by a beautiful girl in a Chinese takeaway. He opens the journal and then finds himself reading it. I was totally hooked from the very beginning, eager to learn more about Yuko Zen's world. The story is full of twists and turns, and you never know where the next chapter is going to take you. Simon Paul Wilson is an extremely gifted storyteller. Can't wait to read his future releases!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beast of Burden (The Hidden Blood Series, #2); Author: A.Z. Green; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: Unpredictable, unputdownable, brilliant! Beast of Burden is the second installment in The Hidden Blood Series. I really enjoyed the first book and looked forward to reading the sequel, which turned out to be a great read with lots of twists and turns I never saw coming. Beast of Burden starts where the first book ends. Nik and Jaz leave Deer Creek to stay away as far from the Cur Hunters as possible, but danger is always out there, and Jaz can never feel safe. She will have to endure a lot (a lot more than in Book 1) in order to survive, and it's not always that someone she can trust will be nearby. What I love about this series is that things are never what they seem. You never know who to trust, who will be the next to be framed - or die. A.Z. Green is a talented author. She creates 3D characters whose emotions are so vivid and natural I'm instantly absorbed into the story. Emotions are what makes an engaging read for me, and the wide range of emotions - anger, fear, love, hatred, sympathy and many more - swept through me like a hurricane while I was reading this book. There are a few harsh scenes I never expected to find in Beast of Burden. I may say A.Z. Green never spares her characters, but she always gives them a second chance. That's why I think it's a great series and I look forward to reading more about Nik and Jaz, Carr and Fraya, and the Cur Hunters of course. Well-deserved 5 stars!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Purple Morrow; Author: Dyane Forde; Genres: history, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy; Review: The Purple Morrow is an exciting, well-written fantasy tale set in a unique world where the Rovers from the North tear through the Southernlands where the main characters of the book live. Jeru, a clan hunter, suffers after the loss of his wife and tends to stay away from his clan, but the threat hanging over his clan and the clans close by doesn't let him stay uninvolved when the people dear to him get hurt. What I immediately noted to myself is that the author did a great job creating three-dimensional characters that are easy to relate to. It doesn't only refer to Jeru, but to Nyssa and Kelen as well. Dyane Forde is a gifted storyteller, paying a lot of attention to detail that makes her narrative believable and easy to visualize. I really enjoyed being immersed in this book, and I'd love to read the continuation of the story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beauty is Beholden (Beautiful Curses, #1); Author: J. Dorothy; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, mystery; Review: I looked forward to reading this book for ages as I was intrigued by the great premise. Beautiful Curses turned out to be a very engaging read. It's Book 1 in a trilogy and it's a really great start. First, I want to say that I enjoyed getting to know all the characters in this book. Enjoyed imensely. There is a great cast of characters here--Gabriella and Jo, Beth and Spencer and James and so on and on. The author does a great job making them unique and easy to distinguish. They author also did a marvelous job writing great dialogues that are full of humor and are real fun to read. The ending shows there's going to be a continuation, and not a happy one. I'd categorize this book as "Fantasy" and "Family and Family Relationships", and would definitely recommend it to YA and Adult readers. It's a must-read for fantasy fans. I'm reading Book 2 in the series right now and I can't get enough of it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beauty is Illusive (Beautiful Curses, #2); Author: J. Dorothy; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: This is Book 2 in Beautiful Curses series, a captivating story full of romance, love and unpredictable twists. Just before marrying James, Jo is forced by her aunt Rowellyn, an evil sorceress, to go back in time and undo everything good that has happened in her life, otherwise James and everyone Jo loves will suffer. Jo does as Rowellyn asks, but then finds that her attempt to lead an estranged life doesn't work out, and she ends up with James again. After she tells him her story, they decide to find a way to deal with Rowellyn and her curse. This is an excellent story that I enjoyed as much as Book 1. Well written, the narrative flows well, making the reading effortless. Jacoba Dorothy's really great at creating true-to-life characters, excellent dialogue and plotline. I look forward to reading Book 3 of the series when it's out. This series will definitely appeal to fantasy lovers, both young adult and adult.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wolf's Bane (Rise of the Papilion: Book II); Author: Dyane Forde; Genres: ; Review: Wolf's Bane is Book 2 in the Rise of the Papilion Series. It's a well-written story told from several points of view. The main characters here are Jeru, a Southlander, and Kelen, a warrior of North. Both of their points of view were done well, and while it was nice of the author to show Jeru and Nyssa's relationships with their ups and downs, it was also enjoyable to read about Kelen who recollected bits of his childhood and wasn't sure where he belonged anymore. The storyline is quite easy to follow, leading to the point where the two main characters meet, which for me was the most exciting moment. The book ends with a cliffhanger I didn't see coming. I can't say there was a lot of action in the novel. The main focus was on Jeru and Kelen. Some of the other threads started in the book feel incomplete but hopefully will be dwelt on more closely in book 3. If you loved the first book, I'm sure you'll love the sequel. It's a journey worth taking. My rating of the novel: 4.5 stars. Goodreads: 4 stars. Amazon: 5 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shard; Author: Ted Cross; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I read a lot of epic fantasy and it's hard for me to be impressed with what I read, but The Shard took me by surprise on many levels. It's not the first novel by Ted Cross that I've read (the first was The Immortality Game, a cyberpunk technothriller, a terrific read, by the way), and I thought The Shard just couldn't be better than TIG. Well, now I don't know which one I love more, because while TIG is full of action, The Shard has both action and a lot more. Let's start with Midas, such a complex character. A few years prior to the events described in the book, he suffered a terrible loss when his son was killed by a troll. When a few people are found dead and more bad news comes that there's might be a war between men and elves, Midas has to decide whether to take his other two teenage sons with him to war, or (what his wife Rina wants) leave them behind. Midas is a strong character, and takes decisions even though he knows he may regret them later. His two sons, Alekas and Antos, well, I loved reading about them (especially, when Geldrath joined them). Both of them take after his father, fearless and ready to take action. Not for a moment do they retreat when they find themselves in danger. Geldrath is another of my favorite characters. Leaving his home to serve a two-year duty was hard for him. He looked forward to seeing his brother who had left his home some time before, but not everything happens in life as you hope it would. Helped by a company of dwarves, Geldrath becomes more mature and experienced in fighting, something that would help him in the near future. Oh, I think I can go on and on, but there are so many other great characters out there. Edo and Orcbait, two rangers, also play a significant part in the story. They travel far to find allies to fight against an army that unleashed havoc in the nearby territories, an army that is so relentless that only if men, elves and dwarves unite and find the lost shard from the Spire of Peace, the Known Lands may be saved. When I said that The Shard is full of action and a lot more, I meant there's love, love of a father who never knows if he's made the right decision by taking his two sons to war, love of two sons who always follow their father and are proud of him. The Shard is a thrilling unpredictable adventure that takes you to lots of places and makes you guess as to what is going to happen next. The imagery is brilliant; I think it would make a terrific movie (Oh, I'd love to see that dragon!). I'd like to thank the author for such a thrilling journey. I rarely write long reviews, but this time I thought I needed to share my thoughts. By the way, The Shard will appeal both to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Willow Branch (Daermad Cycle #1); Author: Lela Markham; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: A healer must mend a fractured kingdom and bring two enemy races together before a greater enemy destroys them both. Lela Markham has created a fascinating fantasy world, in which a half-elf/half-human herbman Padraig sets on an exciting adventure in search of the True King whose name no one knows yet. The author has created quite a number of characters here: humans, elves, and even a dragon. That was an enjoyable start to a series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Erato (The Sophia Katsaros Series # 2); Author: Sharon Van Orman; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Erato is book 2 in The Sophia Katsaros Series. I had high hopes for this book as I loved Lykaia (book 1), and I wasn't disappointed. After Dr. Sophia Katsaros finds out that both her brothers were killed, she returns home, only to get into serious trouble. She has an unexpected visitor at her own apartment; a series of murders that follow are chilling, especially as they occur too close to where Sophia lives and works. Sophia decides to go to the pack Alpha where she learns that someone is killing the pack's wolves, so she offers to help and find the murderer, provided she is protected by the pack. The investigation that she starts will be filled with lots of surprises and danger. The storytelling is the main strength of this book and of Sharon Van Orman's writing. Descriptive, full of action, tension, intrigue. The mythological aspect is developed on a larger scale, dwelled on more closely than in Lykaia, which makes this series distinct from any other series. A refreshing read where contemporary parts are followed by stories of mythology and gods. Definitely a must-read book! I'd recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading a well-written and structured book. Can't wait to read the next in the series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life As We Knew It (Transformation Project #1); Author: Lela Markham; Genres: ; Review: LIFE AS WE KNEW IT is a very unusual read. I enjoy dystopian books a lot, and Lela Markham's take on the apocalypse did not disappoint. The book is written in chapters that are short and switching from one character to another, which is never boring and which gives us a full picture of what is going on. The author shows the characters' feelings, emotions, doubts well, which makes them true-to-life and easy to relate to. I especially enjoyed reading chapters from Shane Denaley's point of view. The life of a small town of Emmaus transforms abruptly when terrible news comes from large cities. That - together with great characterization - was my most favorite aspect of the book. I enjoyed the way the author shows as the world collapses - the attack, then the state of not knowing what is going on, what is going to happen next. It's well done and realistic. I'd recommend it to lovers of dystopian novels. LIFE AS WE KNEW IT is book 1 in Transformation Project series and I look forward to reading the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bonds of Fate: A Tale of Urban Mythology; Author: Jason P. Crawford; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, romance; Review: As the angels fall and the world is attacked by evil, Samuel Buckland has to take action and find out what is going on in Heaven. Bonds of Fate is Book 2 in Samuel Buckland Chronicles, a unique series that is wonderfully different from the majority of other series. The story takes place two years after the first book ends, and Sam is to set on another dangerous journey. Sorcerers, angels and demons, ancient gods - Bonds of Fate is a thrilling adventure, a book with no dull page in it. It's an easy-to-follow and hard-to-put-down read. What I really loved in Bonds of Fate is that even in this supernatural story there are real emotions and feelings. I really enjoyed reading about Sam and his adopted daughter. Their relationship is never easy but a bond between them gets stronger when both their lives are put in danger. BoF is a unique story created by a highly talented author. Looking forward to the next book in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lazarus Code; Author: Sharon Van Orman; Genres: fiction; Review: Sharon Van Orman's Lazarus Code is a new, original take on zombies, called weepers. I loved the main character and how the mystery of weepers' appearance (and how one could deal with them) was shown and solved in the novel. If you enjoy sci-fi and zombie novels, I totally recommend reading Lazarus Code: A First Family Saga. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TAXI; Author: Paul Freeman; Genres: ; Review: One moment can change one's life and turn it into a real nightmare. Paul Freeman's TAXI shows that so vividly. A Dublin taxi driver Danny Coyne's life changes within a second, when he accidentally kills a girl. Though it isn't his fault, guilt-ridden, he starts drinking, hoping to alleviate his suffering, but only pushing everyone who loves him away. He wants those responsible for the girl's death to get what they deserve. TAXI is different from Paul Freeman's other novels genre-wise. What is common about all of his books is that I find myself instantly immersed into them. The pace and character development are handled by the author exceptionally well. The novel is not rushed, but also never dull. The story flows great. The characters are believable and the character development is amazing. Couldn't put it aside until I'd read the last page.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Withering; Author: Joshua Jacobs; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, young-adult; Review: I really enjoyed this novel! In fact, it goes into the Top 5 of my favorite young-adult dystopian novels. Alice Isaacs bears the mark of the afflicted. And yet she survives. The Clan seeks to destroy her. I loved the complex characters created by the author, and the world-building is amazing. This book was impossible to put down. I hope to read more books by Joshua Jacobs in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NovaSiege; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: ; Review: NovaSiege is book 2 in the Nova trilogy, and I must say I've been really enjoying this trilogy so far and can't wait to read the next book in the series. It is set in the distant future on a planet where people's minds are manipulated by the essences. The world-building is just amazing. As I've already mentioned in my review of NovaForge (book 1), the author has a gift for inventing new worlds teeming with monsters, which makes his series stand out. I loved spending more time with the main characters. With each page we get to know them better, and we can understand what makes them fight. It's Faith and Hope. They play a crucial role in all of Scott Toney's novels, including NovaSiege. NovaSiege is a well thought-out novel which you'll never want to put down until the final page. I certainly look forward to reading Book 3 of the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord Fish; Author: Ted Cross; Genres: fiction; Review: It's a great collection of stories. I read them quickly, and they were really enjoyable. Those who read and enjoyed The Shard will love Lord Fish. Totally recommended to all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping in the Forest of Shadows (Shadow Forest, #1); Author: Eli Constant; Genres: ; Review: Eli Constant is one my favorite indie authors. There are lots of reasons why I love her books. Eli's writing is mature, well-balanced, and diverse. Her characters have a story that makes them real; they make me fall in love with them. Sleeping in the Forest of Shadows is a great example of Eli's superb writing talent. This book's different from the other books by Eli, but it's great in its own way. IMHO, writing about a wheelchair-bound character is a challenge for any writer, but Eli coped with the task perfectly well. Furthermore, the author showed vividly the suffering Matilda--or Tilda--was going through. That voice from the woods calling for Tilda is haunting and creepy. I loved this dark element in the story and what/who it represented, and I can't wait to read the next book, because the ending was dramatic and unexpected for me. Loved it from beginning to end.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gateways: A step into the novel realms of Breakwater Harbor Authors; Author: Ivan Amberlake; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I haven't read all of the stories yet, but the ones I've read are fantastic! I especially enjoyed the stories by Ted Cross, Scott Toney, Simon Paul Wilson, Dee Harrison, and Mindy Haig. Am reading Dyane Forde's short story now and am liking it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Among Us; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: ; Review: I enjoyed this short story as much as I enjoyed the other books by Scott Toney. Among Us teaches us to savor each day we live, never give up hope, and also fight for our happiness. Thank you for writing this, Scott!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: After The Fall: Children Of The Nephilim; Author: Paul Freeman; Genres: ; Review: After the Fall is a great post-apocalyptic vampire novel. Those few people who survived after the Fall live in a group behind high fences, trying to protect themselves from feeders. Pastor is the leader of their group (colony). He is good at killing the feeders and he often goes hunting the dark creatures. One of the main rules of this group is not to let anyone inside the colony. The rule that they once break, which they may later regret. One night the feeders get inside the colony and havoc follows. After the Fall is full of darkness, tension, and horror. But it's not only action and horror scenes. The characters have their stories to tell, which gives them depth. I enjoyed reading about both main and minor characters. While reading the novel I tried to guess where these feeders came from, but when I found it out, I was surprised (in a good way). This version of vampire origin is new to me, and I really loved it. Another great book by Paul Freeman!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood of Kings: The Shadow Mage; Author: Paul Freeman; Genres: ; Review: I really enjoyed this epic fantasy novel. Totally recommend it to fantasy lovers!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NovaDark; Author: Scott J. Toney; Genres: ; Review: NovaDark is a highly entertaining final book in the Nova Trilogy. Julieth, Ivanus, and were-beasts are trying to save Solaris from being destroyed by the evil essences. It's not going to be an easy task. NovaDark is a great journey into Julieth's mind. I could feel all that Julieth experienced. What she did at the end of the book was indeed a heroic deed. Well done! The action is cinematic and great as it always is in Scott Toney's books. This series would make great movies. Fans of sci-fi would love them, I'm sure. I really enjoyed the imagery in this book. Scott Toney's writing gets more and more impressive with each book. That's the reason why I always look forward to new releases from this author. After finishing the final book I realized the trilogy can grow into a new series where Julieth and Ivanus travel to a new world. It's up to the author of course, but I'd love to read more books about these characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
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Title: Roumeli: Travels in Northern Greece; Author: Visit Amazon's Patrick Leigh Fermor Page; Review: They don't make them like this guy anymore. Essential.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lingo: Around Europe in Sixty Languages; Author: Visit Amazon's Gaston Dorren Page; Review: Informative and entertaining; not overly technical. Perfect for the non-specialist. Gary T. Kleemann; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Enlightenment: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions); Author: Visit Amazon's John Robertson Page; Review: Superb overview, principally from the point of view of the impact of philosophy on society. Another great addition to this series. Gary T. Kleemann; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reality: A Very Short Introduction; Author: Visit Amazon's Jan Westerhoff Page; Review: Concise, intelligent and complete - the desired trifecta of this series. Will be using it in our local philosophy club. Thank You, Jan Westerhoff. Gary T. Kleemann; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Old New York in Early Photographs, 1853-1901: 196 Prints from the Collection of the New York Historical Society; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Black Page; Review: Wonderful historical treasure trove. Loved seeing the shack on Morningside Heights co-existing with the Horace Mann school. Gary T. Kleemann; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome; Author: Visit Amazon's Mary Beard Page; Review: Easily the best book (of many) that I've read on Roman history. Goldsworthy and Everitt are highly readable and enjoyable, but I suspect that Beard has come closest to the mark of what it actually felt like to live under Rome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Geographic The Greeks: An Illustrated History; Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Harris Cline Page; Review: If I had to recommend one book as an introduction to all things ancient Greek, this would be it. Superb both in text and illustration.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: IBRA Orange HDMI Cable 10ft - UHD HDMI 2.0 (4K@60Hz) Ready -18Gbps-28AWG Braided Cord -Gold Plated Connectors; Brand: IBRA; Review: I run my computer to the TV with this cable with no degrade in resolution or frames per second cable seems to be thick and very rugged. I love the braided cord makes for a nice feel and texture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InstallerParts Ethernet Cable CAT6 Cable Flat 4 FT - Black - Professional Series - 10Gigabit/Sec Network/High Speed Internet; Brand: InstallerParts; Review: Just as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bluetooth Keyboard — Jelly Comb Compact Bluetooth Keyboard Ultra Slim for iOS Android Windows Mac OS PC Tablet Smartphone; Brand: Jelly Comb; Review: Keyboard was everything you expected and described on post which keyboard would not go to sleep after 5 minutes while playing games makes it lag other than that great keyboard.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: iPad Air 2 Case, TabPow [Hybrid Shockproof Case] Rugged Triple-Layer Shock-Resistant Drop Proof Defender Case Cover with KickStand [Full; Brand: TabPow; Review: Great OtterBox knock-off case even though the plastic screen protector is separate went to AT&T and got a glass one works great with glass.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: CableCreation DVI to HDMI, [2-Pack] Gold-Plated DVI to HDMI Adapter, Male to Female Converter; Brand: CableCreation; Review: Just as described.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: CNACCASU Men Formal Satin Banded Bow Tie Tuxedo Ties(FBA); Brand: CNACCASU; Review: Looks nice on, easy to apply; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silver Tone Womens Tear Drop Rhinestone Accent Head Chain Jewelry IHC1032R; Brand: Fashion 21; Review: So many compliments from this. Sparkly and pretty; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Made By Johnny MBJ Womens Panelled Faux Leather Quilted Moto Jacket; Brand: ; Review: The color is beautiful as shown and fits great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubie's Star Wars Female Stormtrooper; Brand: ; Review: Cute; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Choies Women's White Plunge V-Neck Angel Wings Open Back Skater Cami Mini Dress; Brand: CHOiES record your inspired fashion; Review: Beautiful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 6 Pack Novelty No Show Socks; Brand: ; Review: cute and good quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Jane's Melody; Author: Visit Amazon's Ryan Winfield Page; Review: It was a good book, a good story by a little graphic/ I thought it could have been a little more subtle.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cinders to Satin: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Fern Michaels Page; Review: loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Five People You Meet in Heaven (Random House Large Print); Author: Visit Amazon's Mitch Albom Page; Review: awsome; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosemillion (Appalachian Trilogy) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's J. Helen Elza Page; Review: Wonderful book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Girl on the Mountain (Mountain Women Series Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Carol Ervin Page; Review: The entire series is awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wise Woman (Appalachian Journey); Author: Visit Amazon's C. C. Tillery Page; Review: Wonderful; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boy on the Wooden Box: How the Impossible Became Possible . . . on Schindler's List; Author: Visit Amazon's Leon Leyson Page; Review: Totally mesmerizing. Read it in one day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Family Affair; Author: Visit Amazon's Fern Michaels Page; Review: Excellent. A real eye opener!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curran Glen: The Currans, Book Two (The Manhattan Stories) (Volume 6); Author: Visit Amazon's Donna Foley Mabry Page; Review: Loved it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boardinghouse (The Mountain Women Series) (Volume 5); Author: Visit Amazon's Carol Ervin Page; Review: Great book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (Godmothers Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Fern Michaels Page; Review: This was very disappointing. Only 3 chapters or so?! I love Fern Michaels books but this time I feel really ripped off. Who does such a thing?; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Glass Castle; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeannette Walls Page; Review: A very emotional heart wrenching story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Molly's Memoir; Author: Visit Amazon's Deanna Edens Page; Review: Delightful, funny, wonderful. You cant put it down! A must read. Unbelievable. I might read it twice. Amen, amen, amen!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosa's Castle; Author: Visit Amazon's Deanna Edens Page; Review: Awesome; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Eleventh Hour; Author: Mrs. Apri Marie Libs; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Plastic Bar Soap Holder for Bathroom Shower - Clear; Brand: InterDesign; Review: exactly what we needed with a great price for three; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SureFit Lexington Relaxed Fit 1 Piece Chair Slipcover, Multi; Brand: Surefit; Review: What can I say, I completely love it. I have green carpet and light yellow walls. My brother in law recently got a new recliner that is sage. This is the most perfect combination of colors for my living room. The flowers have a yellow in them, the background color is kind of a really light beigish sage color and just brings every thing together so well. Now if I can just get off my tail end and make my burlap curtains I will be done :D; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CHUN YI Jacquard Sofa Covers 1-Piece Polyester Spandex Fabric Slipcover (Chair, Coffee); Brand: CHUN YI; Review: The couch cover is ok, more of a charcoal color though. It fit fine, was good and stretchy. Just wasn't the color I was looking for, more of a lighter grey. No worries we will make use of it since it's over $60 to ship back to China. The company is very good about responding right away and working with you.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Coffee 2 Qt (1.89l) Whistling Tea Kettle, Stainless Steel, Red; Brand: Mr. Coffee; Review: Ohhhh I can't even say how happy I am. I burned myself with my other teapot cause the water dripped down the spout and splashed on the counter, that was a rough Christmas. I am much happier with this one cause you don't have to sit there and hold the spout cover open while pouring.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Safe Way Traction 16" X 34" White Adhesive Vinyl Anti Slip Non Skid Safety Bath Mat; Brand: Safe Way Traction; Review: works like it says not slippery at all; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nyche Designs Adjustable Heavy Duty Bed Sheet Grippers Holders Cover Suspenders (Set of 4); Brand: The Nyche Designs; Review: not all sheets are created equal and these grippers work awesome; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Avocado Slicer by Nature's Kitchen – Commercial Grade Stainless Steel; Brand: Nature's Kitchen; Review: not quite sure how i didn't find this sooner but it's awesome glad someone invented it, perfect for making smoothies; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anili Mili 4-Piece 1800 Collection Affordable Bed Sheet Set, Queen, Mocha; Brand: Anili Mili; Review: Actually planning to get another set. Yes they are thin but they have lasted a year and are still in good shape. Very happy with these sheets and the deep pockets work great on our bed and don't come loose.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ouddy 2 Pack Silicone Whisk, Balloon Whisk Set, Egg Frother, Milk and Egg Beater Blender - Kitchen Utensils for; Brand: Ouddy; Review: i love these just got some new pans and wanted to make sure I don't mess them up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hoover Vacuum Cleaner Linx Bagless Corded Cyclonic Lightweight Stick Vacuum SH20030; Brand: Hoover; Review: just got it yesterday and works great so far. It's a lot easier to use than our regular vacuum on carpet and I can do quick runs over the other floors. Very glad I got this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Stabila 08100 - HL100 Basic Laser Hole Locator with lock down nuts and adapter plate; Brand: Stabila; Review: I believe the item had been sitting in a warehouse for a while, but the price was right. The tool has limited applications, however it is a huge time saver in those applications. The tool paid for itself on the first jobperfect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moen DN8408CH Preston Paper Holder, Chrome; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moen T2153BN Brantford Tub and Shower Faucet Set with Shower Handle, Single-Spray Shower Head and Bathtub Faucet, Brushed Nickel; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moen DN6886BN Towel Ring, Pack of 1, Brushed Nickel; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moen DN6801BN Sage Inspirations Toilet Tank Lever, Brushed Nickel; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moen DN6808BN Toilet Paper Holder, Pack of 1, Brushed Nickel; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moen DN6803CH Sage Inspirations Robe Hook, Chrome; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CSI DONNER,Moen DN6822BN Sage 24-Inch Bathroom Double Towel Bar, Brushed Nickel,Moen,DN6822BN" />; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moen T90331 Tub and Shower Drain Cover, Chrome; Brand: Moen; Review: Good price and great value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broan QTXE080 Ultra Silent Bath Fan, 80 CFM, White Grille; Brand: Broan; Review: This is a really quit fan. I installed this fan to reduce the temperature in the top of the closet I have my network gear installed in. The fan is turned on and off by a thermostat and when the fan is running you can barely hear it. The fan has been installed for a couple of months and runs for most of the day and we have not observed any increased noise due to the continual use.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philips LED 3-Way A21 Frosted Light Bulb: 1600-800-450-Lumen, 2700-Kelvin, 18-8-5-Watt (100-60-40-Watt Equivalent), E26D Base, Warm White, 1-Pack; Brand: Philips LED; Review: Expensive, but hopefully the last three way bulb we buy for the lamps. They give off a nice light for an LED. A little on the bright white side of the spectrum, but still acceptable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broan 475B 6" to 4" duct reducer (single pack); Brand: Nutone; Review: Too expensive for what it is; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LuxPro LV3 Line Voltage Thermostat, Cool Only; Brand: Lux; Review: Works well at the right price; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bosch MS1233 Crown Stop Kit for Bosch Miter Saws, Includes Mounting Knobs and Hardware; Brand: Bosch; Review: I was hoping this was one of those add on jigs to the saw that you told all you buddies about and they were envious you had it and they did notit didn't even come close. I have bought several of Bosch tools and jigs and have been really pleased with the quality and functionality, so I had some high expectations for this jig. The jigs are formed out of sheet metal and not very accurate out of the box. The stop surface was not parallel to the saw fence and took a lot of time to fine tune the jigs so they were. Then it still wasn't the beat all jigs I was wanting. They are better than trying to hold the crown molding at the correct angle by hand, but I am not going to encourage my buddies to go buy them either. I would not purchase these again.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
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Title: Ransom; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Garwood Page; Review: I waffled between giving the book one or two stars, but I ended up giving it two because I didn't absolutely hate it. However, I would not recommend this book to a friend if she asked me for a good read, which is a shame because I think the plot had a lot of potential. Jolly old England in the days of Robin Hood, sexy Scottish highlanders with delicious brogues, murder, long-lost sisters, and a beautiful heroine: sounds like the making of a great romance!! But alas, this book just did not do it for me. I won't bother with a synopsis since plenty of other reviewers have given one; rather, I'll just mention what my major issues with the book were. Gillian, the heroine, is quite possibly the kindest, most courageous, clueless, annoyingly perfect main character I've read in a long time. She's so stoic and humble I often found myself unable to suspend my disbelief that anyone is that good. She also misunderstands situations that anyone with two brain cells would understand. The author tries to portray her as innocent or naive, but I often found myself thinking that she's just stupid. Brodick is so stereotypically uncivilized and testosterone-laden I could not make myself like him. He disregards Gillian's wishes constantly, lies to her repeatedly (and feels no real remorse at all), and shows no respect for her as a partner, and yet somehow she falls in love with him? I couldn't figure that one out! Brodick basically treats Gillian like an overprotected child, which struck me as really unattractive. As for the dialogue, I often found it unrealistic and stilted. Gillian stumbles her way through the Gaelic early in the story and the Buchanan soldiers laugh at her, but then somehow she becomes instantly fluent... except when people are talking about something she "shouldn't" understand, and then the language barrier pops back up. Brodick often emphasizes his statements with some form of "damn it," which after a while became a bit comical to me. And why did the author have to muddle the story with Brigid and Ramsey's poorly fleshed-out romance? They should have gotten their own book. Lastly, the sub-plot about Gillian and her estranged sister Christen was just badly done. Gillian spends the practically the entire novel searching for her sister, but when they are finally reunited their meeting just didn't live up to the hundreds of pages it took to get there. Disappointing. Which basically sums up how I felt about the whole book.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Wise Woman; Author: Visit Amazon's Philippa Gregory Page; Review: I thought I had read every Philippa Gregory book out there except one ('A Respectable Trade'), so I was surprised to come across this novel at the book store and see how long ago it was written. The style is definitely earlier Gregory (story told from one point of view, dark characters, somewhat deviant sexual exploits) but is well-written and fast-paced in typical Gregory fashion. The author often likes to weave aspects of the dark Old Magick into her stories (think Wideacre trilogy, 'The Queen's Fool' and 'The White Queen'), and this book is no different. Some may find the mystical elements a bit weird, but I thought the author did a good job of integrating them into a mostly straight historical fiction plotline. I gave the book four stars because I did find it a good read, but even so 'The Wise Woman' was not one of my favorites. To very quickly sum up the novel, the story is set in Tudor England, but unlike many of Gregory's other books, Henry VIII's exploits happen on the periphery of the plot rather than in the center. We learn of Anne Boleyn and her tragic fate through letters and gossip rather than actually being present at court. The main character, Alys, is a 16-year old girl whose survival instinct is stronger than anything else: honesty, loyalty, honor or even a basic sense of morality, and her deep desire to be Lady of the castle often drives her to act in ways that are more destructive than helpful. Alys is knowledgeable about herbs and the healing arts, so when the local lord becomes ill she is basically kidnapped to take care of him. The lord then discovers that she can read and write and drafts her to become his clerk. Alys also has enough skill with magic to exert minor control over her life and that of those immediately around her, and she recklessly invokes her powers in an attempt to raise herself in the social hierarchy. Alys, a typical teenager, is unfortunately too impulsive and naive to thoughtfully weigh the consequences of her actions, so when she falls in love with the lord's handsome, married son her immaturity leads her to dabble in black magic in an attempt to win his love in return. Chaos ensues. I wasn't sure how the novel would end and will confess I was surprised, but while some might think it a sad ending, I found it redemptive. Unlike many of Gregory's other novels, I put this book down pleased with the way she chose to finish the story. If asked, I would absolutely recommend this novel to a friend; however, I would do so with a word of warning that the author does tend to explore the dark side of humanity. If one is hoping for a lighthearted read or is squeamish about explicit sexuality, choose a different author and certainly bypass this book. Philippa Gregory's imagination is not for the faint of heart.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Accidental Wedding (The Devil Riders); Author: Visit Amazon's Anne Gracie Page; Review: Of the four Anne Gracie novels I've read this one was my favorite. The story was sweet and the characters likeable, and I thought the author did a great job giving the protagonist couple some depth and complexity. Maddy's younger siblings also added some charm to the story, and the beekeeping details made the heroine a little bit unique. A nice touch! My only kvetch is that I found myself getting irritated with Maddy for constantly feeling betrayed by Nash in the second half of the book. I could certainly understand some of her ire, but there were other times I thought the author forced the characters' conflict a little. That being said, I thought the book was well written for the genre and certainly entertaining. I would absolutely recommend "The Accidental Wedding" to those looking for some lighthearted reading.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Year of Living Scandalously (The Secrets of Hadley Green); Author: Visit Amazon's Julia London Page; Review: This book was only so-so in my opinion. Keira, the heroine, was like the popular, pretty girl in high school that everyone adored even though she wasn't a very nice person. She struck me as being exremely selfish, flighty and irresponsible, and even her charming 'joie de vivre' and patronage of the local orphanage couldn't make up for her basic unlikeable-ness. The author tried to redeem Keira in the latter part of the book, but by the time her deception was discovered I really felt she deserved all the censure. I also felt like the author killed off an awful lot of people to make this story happen (even if they were minor characters), and in some disturbing ways. Having a young girl throw herself off a cliff after a brutal rape seemed a bit extreme to me, as did killing off an estate employee by spearing him with a pitchfork. But more than the selfish heroine or the plethora of dead bodies strewn about, it was the contradictory or questionable details of the book that really irked me. Keira was supposed to be an expert horsewoman, but she didn't know what it meant when Declan thought his horse was foundering? That's like having a car with a flat tire - who would be in that situation and not know its significance? Also, who hired Mr. Fish, the wonderful estate manager, if he wasn't around until after the earl died? How was Keira able to turn the estate around when she had absolutely no knowledge of estate management? Why didn't Ashford have its own team of solicitors to handle any issues of the estate's entail? Why were there so few people around to answer any questions about Mr. Scott's wrongful conviction when Hadley Green was such a thriving little village? Maybe I was overthinking while I was reading, but I felt that the novel was written too fast and lacked a good editing job. The details were just a little too sloppy. Still, I did finish it, and I will most likely read the next book, if only to find out where the family jewels were hidden all those years...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love at First Flight; Author: Visit Amazon's Marie Force Page; Review: This book was just okay. I bought it because of all the other great reviews, but IMO it just was not five star material. If I could have given it two and a half stars I would have. My main complaint was that the characters were amazingly immature and a bit flat. Maybe because I am the same age as the the main characters and also live in the Baltimore-Washington area, Juliana and (especially) Michael didn't strike me as very believable. They lacked a certain intensity that almost all the local urbanites seem to have, and the conflicts between Michael/Paige and Juliana/Jeremy were a little contrived. I found myself thinking, "Seriously, they broke up over THAT?!" Also, the mafia trial struck me as more Chicago or maybe New York. There is gang violence here, but it's not generally Italian. I know, it's a picky detail, but the name of the defendants was so prevalent in the book it bothered me after a while... However, despite my above-mentioned complaints, the book was not terrible. As a summertime beach read this could be a fun choice. It is total fluff and a very quick read, which might be exactly what one wants while soaking up some rays with a drink in hand.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Best Man (The Blue Heron Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Kristan Higgins Page; Review: I thought the story was pretty good, with a slightly different twist than many of the "standard" romance novel story lines, but I really had a hard time getting used to the informal, Sarah Palin-esque voice the author employed. I did manage to get into the story eventually, and I liked the book, but I didn't love it. The biggest plot point I had trouble swallowing was everyone's continued pity for the author so long after the aborted wedding, which was cancelled because the groom was gay. Under those circumstances, why did everyone in the community treat her the way they did? I felt like they would have been more supportive. Also, as a design professional I actually laughed out loud when the author mentioned that the landscape architect was working alone on a major project with a very generous fee, especially at her relatively young age. But that's probably a nit-picky detail that I only noticed because I work in a similar field. Overall, this is a pretty light-hearted read about a girl that goes home after an extended absence and finds love where she least expects it. The characters are a lively bunch, and there are even a few really humorous scenes that are both noteworthy and sweet. If you like an informal writing style with some over-the-top gag humor then you'll probably like this book a lot. If not then you might still like it, but it will be a little more of a stretch.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Kiss of the Concubine: a story of Anne Boleyn; Author: Visit Amazon's Judith Arnopp Page; Review: Like many others, I am an avid Tudor reader, so I am fairly well-informed about the topic. That said, I didn't find anything particularly fresh or new about this fictional accounting of Anne Boleyn's courtship and marriage to Henry VIII. But I thought it was nicely written and stuck pretty close to the facts of Anne's life, while trying to give sympathetic motives for some of her outrageous behavior and volatility. In fact, I thought the author was a little too sympathetic to Anne at times, but that is probably my own personal bias. The bottom line is that I liked, but did not totally love, the book, although I would feel comfortable recommending it to those who enjoy reading about the Tudors and/or historical fiction.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Minoura B60R Tiredrive Trainer; Brand: Minoura; Review: Trainer is good for winter training when you don't want to go out in the cold. Quality seems solid. Not too noisy. Handlebar tension adjuster is a nice touch. Instructions are kind of difficult to understand though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Columbia Men's Military Style Belt; Brand: ; Review: Can't say that I fit the description of my own title, but I like this belt. It is sturdy, utilitarian, and simple to fit and adjust. It runs 1 1/2 inches wide which makes it a hassle to fit with some pants. Overall, it was a great deal at this price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M-Wave Plastic Bicycle Bottle Cage; Brand: M-Wave; Review: This mount attaches easily to the top post of my Trek. However, it won't mount in some other places, like the front fork. Matching the clamp to the post you are using will provide optimum fit. The cage is a bit large for my bottles so i have to secure them with a velcro strap. I haven't really stressed the mount with a rough ride, but it seems adequate for regular use.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: M-Wave Plastic Bicycle Bottle Cage; Brand: M-Wave; Review: This mount attaches easily to the top post of my Trek. However, it won't mount in some other places, like the front fork. Matching the clamp to the post you are using will provide optimum fit. The cage is a bit large for my bottles so i have to secure them with a velcro strap. I haven't really stressed the mount with a rough ride, but it seems adequate for regular use.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: M-Wave Plastic Bicycle Bottle Cage; Brand: M-Wave; Review: This mount attaches easily to the top post of my Trek. However, it won't mount in some other places, like the front fork. Matching the clamp to the post you are using will provide optimum fit. The cage is a bit large for my bottles so i have to secure them with a velcro strap. I haven't really stressed the mount with a rough ride, but it seems adequate for regular use.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: M-Wave Plastic Bicycle Bottle Cage; Brand: M-Wave; Review: This mount attaches easily to the top post of my Trek. However, it won't mount in some other places, like the front fork. Matching the clamp to the post you are using will provide optimum fit. The cage is a bit large for my bottles so i have to secure them with a velcro strap. I haven't really stressed the mount with a rough ride, but it seems adequate for regular use.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Topeak Handlebar Water Bottle Cage Mount; Brand: Topeak; Review: You know, I like most of the things I buy from Amazon and I've have good experiences with Topeak tools. However, I have say that this is the worst bike mounting system that I have ever tried to use. The mount is essentially a glorified band clamp, but without the ability to tighten it to a nonstandard surface. The preset holes are difficult to line up and difficult to hold in place to screw everything together. Needless to say, I was not able to secure this mount to the bike, but I was able to scratch my bike's paint which kind of capped off the whole experience.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kershaw 1445 Half Ton Folding Knife; Brand: Kershaw; Review: I purchased the Kershaw Half Ton pocketknife for prying as well as cutting tasks that I encounter through the day. The blade is thick and short which works well for hard use. The blade came pretty sharp out of the box, but holds a finer edge as you subsequently sharpen it. It is small enough to hide unobtrusively in a pocket or clipped to my waistband, but the red color is a bit too loud for my taste. Minor quibbles aside, this is a great EDC pocketknife.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smith & Wesson CK105H Extreme Ops Knife; Brand: Smith & Wesson; Review: I bought this knife with an eye towards an everyday carry that had a slightly bigger blade than my usual preference. While this Smith and Wesson is slim and fits nicely in a pocket it is not constructed as well as some other brands' products in this price range. My biggest complaint is the that the blade does not lock into the closed position. The blade has opened on me while slipping the knife into my pocket. The point tore up a shirt that cost more than the Buck and that was the last time I carried the knife.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD Pocket Knife; Brand: Victorinox; Review: I bought this little knife as a birthday gift for one of my son's friends. The boy is about 12 and loves this knife. I believe that most boys of that age love pocketknives and this innocuous liitle knife fits him perfectly. One of the nice things about giving this knife as a gift was the nostalgic reminder of my own experiences at that age. Now let's hope he's less accident prone than yours truly...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cateye HL-EL135N Bicycle Head Light; Brand: CATEYE; Review: I have had the previous version of this light, without the opticube technology, for years. It has worked very well and retains excellent battery life. I generally use the light on flash mode because there is a fair amount of lighting where I ride.This model version is even better. It is brighter and has a wider lighting angle. I use this light as a headlight while keeping the original on flash mode. The combination is very noticeable and allows me to anticipate road imperfections with more warning.I guess other people might need a stronger headlamp if they ride in suburban or rural areas. However, this small bright headlight does the job for me. I am very happy with it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Minoura Light and Computer Mount; Brand: ; Review: This product sounded good according to its description, but execution is terrible. The metal band used to secure the product to a bike's front fork does not conform well and is difficult to secure. I finally gave up on the product as a bad job and used a topeak bar extender which worked out very welll.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 3M Ultrathon Insect Repellent Hands-Free Lotion, 1.5-Ounce (SRL-12HF); Brand: 3M; Review: The mediocrity of this product is related more to its applicator than the chemical repellant itself. I think that the lotion part of the product may work, but the sponge tip is hard and non-absorbent which makes application spotty at best. I guess that the bugs avoided the parts of body that the lotion hit, but found the spots where it didn't.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Axiom Power Bag 2 Top Tube Bag; Brand: ; Review: I tend to use this bag on recreational rides where I don't feel the need to lug around much stuff. It is large enough to hold a wallet on one side and a cell phone on the other, but not much more than that. For commuting and longer rides I rely on a handlebar bag or backpack. This bag mounts quickly and easily on the top tube and doesn't get in the way of things. Overall, I have been satisfied with this product.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Leg Shield | Superior Pant Strap for Biking | 1 unit; Brand: ; Review: I bought this product to help save my pants during my bike commute. It seemed better than an ankle strap given the huge surface area it covers. After purchasing the item, a rep from the company made contact to inquire how I came across the item. It was a nice touch from a small company.After using the Leg Shield a few times I found its practical application limited. My leg felt warm and uncomfortable even on rides during cooler weather. The right leg of my pants became pretty creased up as well. Last, I did not find much effective difference between this product and a regular leg strap which was far cheaper.While the Leg Shield certainly works as advertised I found that its large size was unecessary. Leg straps perform adequately and are much cheaper. Despite its initial appeal this product fell a bit flat for me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: CatEye Strada Cadence Bicycle Computer CC-RD200; Brand: CATEYE; Review: For the past two or three years I have used a cheap Bell F20 bicycle computer. While it functioned, I found that installation was a hassle, programming was awkward at best, and placement was limited to the front wheel. However, it was cheap.This product is light-years ahead of the cheapy models while maintaining a median pricing position. Installation is not difficult but was time consuming for me. Coordinating the placement of sensors and magnets was finicky on my Trek FX. The unit is designed to accomodate the rear wheel of the bike which I like for when I am on the trainer.Programming was again not difficult but laborious and similar in nature to that of the Bell F20. Once programmed it is easy to cyle through modes and understand what is going on.Others have noted that the screen is smaller than expected. I was also surprised at the diminutive size of the computer, but information is legible to me. Nonetheless, if glasses are a must then they should be worn.I like this computer and would recommend it to anyone. It is a nice intermediate model that installs pretty easily, works reliably, and has an intuitive interface.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Russell Athletic Men's Dri Power Hooded Pullover Sweatshirt; Brand: ; Review: I find Russell to produce the best sweats. The materials are quality and breathe well. Cut is generous and drapes well. Movement during workouts is unhindered. After washing the material is resilient with no loss of color or elasticity.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Russell Athletic Men's Dri Power Hooded Pullover Sweatshirt; Brand: ; Review: I find Russell to produce the best sweats. The materials are quality and breathe well. Cut is generous and drapes well. Movement during workouts is unhindered. After washing the material is resilient with no loss of color or elasticity.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allen Sports Ultra Compact Folding 1-Bike Trunk Mount Rack; Brand: Allen Sports; Review: This rack works but its weird. It folds up to the size of a hardcover book making it extremely convenient. On the other hand, it limits the carrying capacity to one bike. The top straps appear sturdy and the bottom strap is substantial but appears superfluous. It has a weird elastic band on it that I think is supposed to hold it snug, but I'm not sure that it works as intended. During my last ride, I found that the bike was held snugly but the straps slipped from their original position. As an overall evaluation, I think that this is a rack best used for short smooth rides around town although it's so portable you can pop it on anywhere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Allen Sports Ultra Compact Folding 1-Bike Trunk Mount Rack; Brand: Allen Sports; Review: This rack works but its weird. It folds up to the size of a hardcover book making it extremely convenient. On the other hand, it limits the carrying capacity to one bike. The top straps appear sturdy and the bottom strap is substantial but appears superfluous. It has a weird elastic band on it that I think is supposed to hold it snug, but I'm not sure that it works as intended. During my last ride, I found that the bike was held snugly but the straps slipped from their original position. As an overall evaluation, I think that this is a rack best used for short smooth rides around town although it's so portable you can pop it on anywhere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Allen Sports Ultra Compact Folding 1-Bike Trunk Mount Rack; Brand: Allen Sports; Review: This rack works but its weird. It folds up to the size of a hardcover book making it extremely convenient. On the other hand, it limits the carrying capacity to one bike. The top straps appear sturdy and the bottom strap is substantial but appears superfluous. It has a weird elastic band on it that I think is supposed to hold it snug, but I'm not sure that it works as intended. During my last ride, I found that the bike was held snugly but the straps slipped from their original position. As an overall evaluation, I think that this is a rack best used for short smooth rides around town although it's so portable you can pop it on anywhere.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Allen Sports Ultra Compact Folding 1-Bike Trunk Mount Rack; Brand: Allen Sports; Review: This rack works but its weird. It folds up to the size of a hardcover book making it extremely convenient. On the other hand, it limits the carrying capacity to one bike. The top straps appear sturdy and the bottom strap is substantial but appears superfluous. It has a weird elastic band on it that I think is supposed to hold it snug, but I'm not sure that it works as intended. During my last ride, I found that the bike was held snugly but the straps slipped from their original position. As an overall evaluation, I think that this is a rack best used for short smooth rides around town although it's so portable you can pop it on anywhere.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Champion Eco Open Bottom Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants were too small and the material was very thin. I have found that Champion products have been deteriorating over time which is a shame.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men's 7 oz Hanes STEDMAN Cotton Pique Polo Ash S Men's 7 oz Hanes STEDMAN; Brand: ; Review: The Stedman series of polo shirts is a step up from some of the other Hanes shirts that I have purchased. The fabric is substantial and generously sized with a pleasant texture. The color is vibrant without being garish and holds up well in the wash.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men's 7 oz Hanes STEDMAN Cotton Pique Polo Ash S Men's 7 oz Hanes STEDMAN; Brand: ; Review: The Stedman series of polo shirts is a step up from some of the other Hanes shirts that I have purchased. The fabric is substantial and generously sized with a pleasant texture. The color is vibrant without being garish and holds up well in the wash.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Mountain Products Resistance Band Set with Door Anchor, Ankle Strap, Exercise Chart, and Resistance Band Carrying Case; Brand: Black Mountain; Review: I bought this set of bands to work on rehabbing my knee outside of the gym. This type of product is certainly convenient to use and offers a fair amount of resistance for my purposes. However, for those intent on building gobs of muscle, weights are of course ideal. I found that I needed some time to adjust to the feel of these bands. While the manual indicates some type of pound rating it doesn't feel accurate. The nominal rating of weak to strong is a better way to judge the resistance of each band. I chose a familiar exercise that would allow me to work through a range of bands. I knew what I could lift with weights and compared that sensation to the band with a similar resistance. From there I could start to estimate which bands i might start with for other exercises. The kit is nicely put together with a wide range of bands and extra straps for doors and ankles. The carrying bag holds everything without being cramped and is well suited for travelling. As another reviewer noted, the bands are rubber and are subject to wear. It behooves the user to inspect them regularly before use.Update: I have used this kit several times now and wanted to add a finding. I found the exercises more satisfying when contracting and holding the muscles being worked on at the end of the positive movement. This gives extra focus to the area at hand and makes the most out of the resistance that the bands offer. Hopefully, I am not overstating the obvious, but I found this feature easier to do with the bands than with free weights.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: V-Share Cycling MTB Road Bicycle Helmet 18 Holes Riding Equipment Male And Female Models,Suitable for people with head circumference 56-62cm and the head-width below 17.5cm; Brand: Schwinn; Review: This helmet is perfectly adequate. It is not as bulky as some others I've worn, but airflow is fine. It fts pretty snugly and tightens with a universal adjuster like more expensive helmets. I felt that my last helmet, a Bontrager, fit a little more comfortably, but not enough to justify spending an additional $80 for it. It is stylish enough for me although personally I was never into the bright gaudy colors some favor.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Evergreen Research SB39001 Insect Repelling SuperBand, Box of 50; Brand: Evergreen Research; Review: Mosquitos and I have relationship like Glenn Close to my Michael Douglas in Fatal Attraction. They seem to love me, but I can't say the same for them.The bands are easy to put on and wear comfortably. They look a little goofy, but are fine for summertime activities. They seem to be waterproof.The bands emit a strong odor of citronella that some found obnoxious but others were ok with. I tried wearing two, one each on wrist and ankle, but to no avail. I still got bit like crazy. Other reviewers found the bands to be effective, but the only thing that works for me is DEET.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Hume Inn Motel; City: Albury New South Wales; Review: The Hume in motel in Albury is a discusting & dirty place it stinks the room was dirty I pulled the bedspread back & all dust came out of it so to me if the spread is full of dust what would be in the blankets & mattress . We booked on line & it cost $ 100 .00 we walked out didnt get our money back . Take my word dont stay at the Hume in motel Albury; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Atura Albury; City: Albury New South Wales; Review: Atuta Albury is a nice place to stay when in Albury very clean & comfortable bed they have a restaurant & bar staff very helpful . Kerry was the women at reception on the night we were staying at the Atura she was extremely plesent and most helpful. I would stay at the Atura the next time in Albury Good value; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ky Country Roads Motor Inn; City: Kyabram Victoria; Review: We stayed at Ky country Road Motel for 4 nights. Most enjoyable the owners are lovely people and very accommodating we asked to use the barbecue next thing we know they brought up a basket with plates knives falks and condiments even down to paper towel. Thank you Ky country Roads Motel for your hospitality . R & N; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sunrise Motel Barooga; City: Barooga New South Wales; Review: We couldnt be happier with our stay at Sunrise Motel Barroga. The rooms are big & clean nice & a llovely B.Q.B area rates are great & the owners are extremely friendly they can't do enough for you . If your in Barroga & looking for somewhere to stay I highly recommend the sunrise motel . You cant go wrong .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City Edge Box Hill Apartment Hotel; City: Melbourne Victoria; Review: We stayed 2 nights at the city edge in Box Hill . We were pleased with our stay . The apartment was small but comfortable . I have a bad back & find it hard in a strange bed but to my surprise the beds were extremely comfortable & very clean . The staff are friendly . Leo was on the front desk he is very friendly & greats you with a lovely big smile & cant do enough for you . Well done Leo. I would deffently employee Leo . Thank you all at the City EdgeBox Hill; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Munchkin Caterpillar Spillers Stacking and Straining Cups Bath Toy; Brand: Munchkin; Review: Although my 21 month old granddaughter still likes to just throw things on the floor, these are cute for the price and she is learning to stack them. We also like to show her how water flows through them in the bath. You get much more from this design the original plain stacking cups.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crayola My First Triangular Crayons 16ct; Brand: Crayola; Review: Got these for my 2 yr old granddaughter who loves to pick up pens and scribble. I appreciate that they are washable and it this age she was into peeling off the paper but she is getting a lot of use with them - the shape is ingenious.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fisher-Price Little People Lil' Movers School Bus; Brand: Fisher-Price; Review: Fund toy exactly as promised. Need more people and farm animals if any one has to sell, please let me know.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fisher-Price Loving Family Parents Bedroom; Brand: Fisher-Price; Review: Very nice, as described, pillows done nicely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toysmith My Sweet Baby Magic Baby Bottles; Brand: Toysmith; Review: Fun play, sturdy material; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playgo Dough Diner Café Set; Brand: PlayGo; Review: Items are smaller than expected, like doll size but4yr old enjoys playing with it. High price for small molds.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: EastVita 10 Pairs of Doll Shoes, Fit Dolls Multicoloured, 1 inch; Brand: EastVita; Review: Not all were good fit, the pumps were a little too loose. I have 12 barbies. But for price would buy again. I needed a black pair so I got a black sharpey and voila!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Disney Frozen Fever Birthday Party Elsa Doll (Discontinued by manufacturer); Brand: Mattel; Review: As pictured. Dolls hair is glued stiff, but Im ok with this, as my 4yr old wouldmmake a mess of it if not.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aisster(TM) Wooden Furniture Dollhouse Miniature Pink Bathroom Set Children Toy by Aisster; Brand: Aisster; Review: Cute stuff and solid made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vktech® Wooden Dollhouse Funiture Kids Child Room Set Play Toy (Bathroom); Brand: Vktech; Review: Cute stuff and solid made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Learning Journey: Lift & Learn 123 Number Puzzle - Pictures Underneath Each Piece; Brand: The Learning Journey; Review: Was looking for wood puzzle but this will do.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Vedanta Wake Up Helipad North Cliff; City: Varkala Thiruvananthapuram District Kerala; Review: Great help from all of the guys at reception it was manned 24 hours. Always happy to help and 5 mins from the beach. They have the coco huts beside the hostel that would be great for couples and travellers whom do not want to sleep in a dorm. My only issue was the wifi was unreliable and needs updating.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sputnik Hostel; City: Moscow Central Russia; Review: Defiantly the best hostel I have ever stayed in. This is not a party hostel but if your looking for a quite and safe place to stay with amazing Scandinavian design around you then this is the place. If your a solo traveller they have created individual beds that are fully private. The have put a lot of thought and effort into the design and it really pays off. Its in a great area too just off the main shopping streets and lots of restaurants around that area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Generator Berlin Mitte; City: Berlin; Review: Generator hostels around Europe are generally amazing and this is no exception. its truly like a cool hotel for young people. staff and facilities are great. The only issue is that it doesn't have a great atmosphere for single travelers wanting to meet and interact with others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Riad Baraka; City: Chefchaouen Tangier Tetouan Region; Review: this is by far my favourite place to stay in morocco. the hostel has been renovated to a high quality and the staff are super friendly. they also have double rooms for couples that are private. i would highly recommend staying here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NH Milano Touring; City: Milan Lombardy; Review: i stayed in this hotel many times while working for a fashion company in milan. what i can say is that its a typical business hotel with all the amenities that you would expect except a few things that i felt should be necessary in a 4 star hotel. 1. no gym (this should be in every hotel of this size) 2. crazy slow free wifi. (they give you really slow wifi for free thinking that you will get so fed up and upgrade to their crazy prices for wifi). what i would say to them is that we are in 2016 internet should be included in the price as its such an affordable service.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Riad Verus; City: Fes Fes Boulemane Region; Review: i never normally give a 10 review but this was a special place. the breakfast in the morning was the best i had in morocco and what really makes this place special is the staff. the are very friendly, patient and attentive. This would be the only hostel i would stay in while in fes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NEO on Nevsky; City: St Petersburg Northwestern District; Review: this is a small hostel but its in a great location close to all the attractions and especially the hermitage museum. i would defiantly recommend staying here while in st.pete make sure that you try the local hipster places all around the city.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cucuruchos Boutique Hostel; City: Antigua Sacatepequez Department; Review: I stayed at the hostel for 4 nights and I was impressed everyday that I was there. The staff are so friendly and helpful the beds are amazing with plugs, light and privacy curtains on all of them. Breakfast is made fresh by a lovely local lady that is so sweet. The best part was the roof terrace it was something special. The views are spectacular of the surrounding volcanos. See photos....... If your looking for a more grown up hostel then this is the place, very clean and has great security. Tip: check out the great restaurant next door...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Laguna Lodge Eco Resort Nature Reserve; City: Santa Cruz La Laguna Lake Atitlan Solola Depart; Review: i arrived to laguna lodge in the morning and felt immediately welcome from the moment i arrived on the jetty. I was welcomed by the local staff that are employed from a village near by. this is a true eco hotel that has minimal impact on the environment. the owners have created something special here, an oasis from the lake towns nearby. my room was located on the ground floor with amazing views of the lake and volcanoes in the distance its truly an amazing sight to wake upto. here you feel truly close to nature. I have to talk about the food here. I had the four course set evening menu that was made from organic produce grown in the gardens of the owners nearby home. its an all vegetarian affair but for meat eaters you won’t be disappointed i felt totally satisfied. To wrap up. i have to say is one of the best hotels i have had the pleasure of staying in worldwide and best of all your hard earned cash goes towards supporting locals in the area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Playa Hostel Rooftop; City: Medellin Antioquia Department; Review: This is one of the newest hostels to hit the city and its doing a great job with its own cafe and rooftop bar. The area is the super safe and busy so a great place to start journey while on Medellin. The staff are super cool and always helpful. One last thing they have amazing hot showers I think the best I had in South America; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia Inn; City: Panama City Panama Province; Review: The magnolia was something special. when I arrived the staff were so friendly and that continued throughout my stay. The building itself has been beautifully restored with amazing rooms on all floors as they wanted to keep the original features. For me the best part was the ability to chat to other travellers as the common area was set up in a way to facilitate this. The kitchen is a great addition for those times when you have had enough of eating out especially when you have kids. It's extremely centrally located in the old town with everything you need in walking distance. For me the price to quality ratio is very high as you can get newly refurbished room with en suite for less than $100. As I say with all places I stay at make sure to book direct as the hotel comparison websites take a huge cut and you can normally get a better deal direct. (Photos are of the balconies and outside of the building); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Posh South Beach Hostel; City: Miami Beach Florida; Review: This is a great lux hostel. a cross between a hotel and hostel if you need a little more luxury then the average hostel at an affordable price then this is the place for you. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the pool is a great asset in the Miami heat. best of all it's only a few minutes from the beach. For those concerned about security it has lockers and key card access so it's extremely safe.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Masaya Hostel Santa Marta; City: Santa Marta Santa Marta District Magdalena Department; Review: Nice big luxury hostels with pools and lots of things to do for sure it's a party place but that's mainly on the roof. Staff could be a little better but just maybe a bad day. You can also book tours from here. Santa Marta is a transit place no more than one day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CrashPad Hostotel Jodhpur; City: Jodhpur Jodhpur District Rajasthan; Review: i don't know where to start with this hostel. it is truly one of the worst hostels i have ever stayed in my life. so to be more analytical these are the issues i had while there. 1. mice running around the kitchen 2. staff have extremely limited english skills 3. no toilet paper for 2 days 4. check in took 30 mins This hostel really needs a total overhaul before it is up to the standards of other good hostels in india.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Grids Akihabara Hotel Hostel; City: Chiyoda Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: This is not your typical hostels it's a cross between a capsule hotel and hostel very high quality safe and comfortable I would defiantly recommend it. The staff are very friendly and the area is good. Ext to akihabara.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pineapple Express; City: Pushkar Ajmer District Rajasthan; Review: Very friendly foreign staff but the place is really run down. Shower not working for a longtime and power cuts. If you don't like to be around people taking drugs then don't stay here. It does have a nice garden that is a positive. Currently no lockers for valuables; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bunk Stay Rishikesh; City: Rishikesh Dehradun District Uttarakhand; Review: Nice hostel on the other side of the river. It's up a lot of stairs so if you have reduced mobility then stay away. The rooms are big and comfortable and the roof deck offer spectacular views of the Ganges and footbridge. The only issue would be the restaurant on the top floor I would say needs to open a little earlier for breakfast. Take the rafting tour from the front desk it was great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zostel Manali; City: Manali Manali Tehsil Kullu District Himachal Pradesh; Review: It's a relaxing place and the setting and views are amazing but it feels more like a hotel than a hostel it's a little cold in terms of atmosphere and they charge you for everything even when you wanted to cool something for ourselves they asked us to pay for gas. The small things make a huge difference at hostels and they just haven't got it totally right here...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 25hours Hotel at MuseumsQuartier; City: Vienna; Review: this is a big statement and one that i do not say lightly. but the 25 hours hotel in the museum quarter in central vienna is truly the best hotel that i have ever stayed in. let me take you though a few details on how i came to this conclusion. the hotel it self has an ultra modern hipster vibe. dark woods and cool furniture adorn the reception with cool music playing the background. the staff at reception don’t wear terribly fitted suits like you see in other hotels but dress in demin and sneakers they fit in perfectly to the whole ambiance of the place. my room… well as soon as you arrive in your room your struck by the mural on the wall over the bed a super cool circus themed piece of art. as you start to look more at the details you start to realise how much effort has gone into making this place great for the modern traveller life like mine. from the blue tooth portable speaker to the yoga mat and not to forget a freitag bag that you can use for the duration of your stay, everything seems to have been thought of. the room was also super clean and had a great balcony with views of viennas museum quarter. other services.. on the top floor you’ll find the bar this was the busiest and coolest hotel bar i have ever seen it even has its own DJ and this was in a wednesday night. in the basement you’ll find a gym, steam room and sauna. but the best service of all was the free use of a mini clubman car to use as you wish for the day at no cost at all. it even includes fuel and insurance. this i can truly say is the best free service that i have seen offered by any hotel and i have stayed in more than 300.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PILOT Design Hostel Bar; City: Porto Porto District Northern Portugal; Review: This is a great place to stay very modern and has a good young atmosphere to it. The rooms are secure and the whole place is very clean. It's not a long term place to stay but for a few days it's great. The bar is good for meeting people. The only isssue is the wifi has some terrible issues on the main floor and in the room is close to non existent I did speak with them and they did say it would be fixed so let's see. All in all a good place to stay...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antique Hostel; City: Bucharest; Review: This is a little gem of a hostel right in the heart of the old town with a river view. It's situated on the south side of the old town with great views of the river and far enough from the bars keeping you up all night. I spent a week here and the staff were very welcoming always happy to help and the hostel had a nice homely atmosphere to it. A great kitchen with free coffee in the morning and tea available all day. The common room has a flat screen tv & computer for watching movies on those rainy days. But the greatest thing is the balcony at sunset such a great place to watch the sun go down. The rooms are spacious, have AC with large lockers underneath. Bathrooms are clean and they have plenty on each floor. Someone is on reception 24 hours so those of you worried about security then this is the place as they have camera too. All in all I had a great stay and will defiantly be coming back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alcazaba Premium Hostel; City: Malaga Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: This is a true luxury hostel. The quality of the rooms and the general atmosphere is great for someone whom is not used to the true youth hostel experience it's great value for money for individuals and single travellers alike. They have a restaurant and rooftop bar here too that great for socialising in the evening the location is super convenient too. It's defiantly one of the best hostels in Spain. Well worth it to come here...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bluesock Hostel Porto; City: Porto Porto District Northern Portugal; Review: The bluesock is truly something special. It's a boutique luxury hostel in the old town (the best area) right next to the river, you couldn't ask for a better location. The hostel it's self seems to me to be purpose built in a beautiful old tiled building but the inside could not be more modern. As you could easily be in a hip hotel in New York or London. The sense of space is truly epic and something that you don't traditionally find with other hostels. They have dorm and privates the suite at the top has amazing views (see pic). You will also find some other clever things too like on-suite men's and women's bathrooms in the dorms that also have double dorm beds that great for couples on a budget all come with a light, plug and privacy curtain. The bar and lounge areas in the basement are huge. Complete with a giant TV for cinema nights when the wether is not great. The hostel also organises different activities like port tasting. The staff are fantastic and the reception is open 24 hours a day. I also have to mention the wifi. As a digital nomad this is really important to me and this place had the best wifi I have ever seen in any hotel or hostel I've stayed in the past. Full signal in every part of the building and it's super fast I mean download a movie in a few mins fast.... The blue sock to me is part of a new breed of hostels that are popping up around the world. it blurs the lines between budget hostel accommodation and high end designer hotels. It's does it beautifully. If you have never stayed in a hostel then choose this one and you will not be disappointed I truly had an amazing experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DREAM House hostel; City: Kiev; Review: This hostel is perfectly located in the super cool area and old town of Kiev. It's in a beautiful courtyard located close to all the main attractions in the city. Most are walkable but you can also rent a bicycle here at the reception that have some cool bikes to traverse the city. This is truly a lux hostel that has a bar and restaurant. Cool decor and and even cooler staff. Always happy to help and organise trips and taxis around the city. The wifi is super fast here too. Thanks to the team :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trinity Hostel; City: Minsk; Review: I was very pleasantly surprised by this hostel. First thing the location it's something spectacular located right in the centre of the city on the river in the only remaining old town of the city it's a great place in summer. All the tourist attractions are close by and you can walk along the river to. The hostel it's self is in a Belarusian style. The rooms have lockers, bunks and plenty of space in most of the room. Hot showers are also on tap here. It's a clean place and mostly a more relaxed hostel for the true traveller you'll meet some good people in the lounge. the kitchen is super well equipped too. Their were some cool features to this hostel. 1. They have organised the most comprehensive travellers discount map I have ever seen. It has discounts like free starters in restaurants and free beer in an Irish bar. Such a big advantage for any travellers on a budget. 2. Bicycle rentals. This is a great way to see Minsk it's a super bike friendly city with lots of dedicated paths. Thanks to the great team :) your awesome...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: United Backpackers Hostel; City: Tallinn Harju County; Review: I stayed in united backpackers for three nights and had a great time. The hostel is located just outsite the walled city in a perfect place near restaurants, shops and bars. The hostel it's self has recently been renovated and the rooms look great they are spacious and all have security lockers for your valuables. The kitchen and lounge are massive they even have a pool table and on demand movies. Beers are available onsite and you can book numerous tours at reception including the famous pub crawl. Staff are kind and always willing to help with all my questions, it's was a please to stay here. Thanks for the effort team and see you again in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fabrika Hostel; City: Vilnius Vilnius County; Review: fabrika hostel is a cool industrial style hostel with plenty of high ceiling and enough room for you to feel that you have your own space. i stayed here for 5 days which is more than most people would in the city as travellers only spend a few days here so i had a good opportunity to get into the rhythm of the hostel. its located on one of the main streets in vilnius i couldn't think of a better location just of the main road so its quite in the night time you have plently of bars, cafes and restaurants with 1 min walk. i stayed in both a dorm and a private room they have very good double rooms. the showers and bathrooms are all individual so you get your privacy in the morning. the atmosphere of the place was calm and easy going, wifi is super fast here and the staff are always happy to help with all your needs. all in all this is one of the best hostels that i have stayed in. Thanks to the team for the great stay...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Desert Nights Ecocamp; City: Huacachina Ica Region; Review: Absolutely the only place you should be staying in Huacachina. It’s one of the most modern places to stay in this oasis with fantastic tents that can sleep 4 people. This is what I would call true glamping in the desert with fast WiFi, electricity in the tent, pool and a restaurant with an fantastic free breakfast. They have private bathrooms so need to shower next to other people. a huge kitchen with everything you need to cook your own food. I was really impressed by this place it is its own oasis away from all the other poor quality places to stay around. P.s it does not get to hot inside the tents as they have fans and over head shading. They also have tour going everyday at very reasonable prices from dune buggies to wine tours. Thanks team; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Loki Hostel; City: La Paz La Paz Department; Review: If your looking for a great place to stay with lots of people and atmosphere then this is the place. Hot showers in every room a tour desk and one of the best bars in La Paz that has lots of locals and tourists alike. A big shout out Imogen at the bar for the great service :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostal Rural; City: San Pedro de Atacama Antofagasta Region; Review: Fantastic artist hostel in the best location in town. I had one of the best hostel experiences here. the staff, especially the main receptionist is amazing she remembers everyone’s name and make sure that you are integrated as a single traveller. Bar, barbecue and tours what more do you need. Thanks for the great stay :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rado Boutique Hostel; City: Santiago Santiago Metropolitan Region; Review: Amazing boutique hostel in one of the best areas in Santiago. The rooftop here is something really special from the inside with a huge tv, kitchen and table football to the outside barbecue area with view of one of the best high points in Santiago. The rooms are specious and bathrooms are super clean. I love the design and the vibe of the hostel it’s super artistic like the surrounding area. Well done to the team for creating such a great place for travellers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MB Backpackers; City: Arequipa Arequipa Region; Review: It’s sad to say but this is a hostel that has somehow lost its way. The bathroom are terrible very old paint coming from the ceiling and showers not attached to the wall. It’s such a shame as it has the potential to be great with an amazing roof terrace and it’s the closet hostel to the main square the management need to do so updating and repairs immediately.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bothy backpackers puno; City: Puno Puno Region; Review: Super cool little family run hostel. The staff are really sweet and really helpful. I was upgraded to a private room for free as no one was using it that night. It’s close to everything you need in the city and they can organise tours for you too. Support local people by staying in places like this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Che Lagarto Hostel Santiago; City: Santiago Santiago Metropolitan Region; Review: Fantastic hostel located right in the city centre. This is a 10 floor hostel with hotel amenities and comfort. If you looking for safety, comfort and an amazing place to stay while in Santiago then this is the place to stay. Beds are comfy, bathrooms are super clean and en suite. The kitchen is the best equipped that I have seen in South America. Oh yes I have to mention the breakfast it’s awesome and included in the price. All is all one of the best hostels in South America.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Florentin House; City: Tel Aviv Tel Aviv District; Review: This is super modern hotel / hostel actually one of the coolest places that I have ever stayed from the minalist rooms with a super hipster vibe to the little details like your own espresso machine in your room. This place really has it all they also have a gallery and workspace next door where you can have meeting or just chill out with some good music and vibes. One of the other cool things I thought was that they have made a agreement with two nearby cafes where your offered free breakfast of course you choose what you want and my favorite was the avocado sandwich. If you looking for an alternative to the big brand hotels then this is the place to come. The area is super cool with lots of bars and cafes close to all the major tourist attractions.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Post Hostel Prague; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: A fantastic hostel. It really does blur the line between hostel and hotel. The rooms are super spacious with huge lockers, curtains on all beds and key card locks for every room for the security conscious. The common room has great facilities with huge tv, xbox, PlayStation, Netflix and cable tv for all the live football games. Breakfast was included in the price and they have a super well equipped kitchen for when you want to cook your own meals. The area is is super local with lots of cool bars and restaurants around. very good place to be in Prague for young people. It’s also only 10mins to the old town. All in all this is a fantastic hostel with amazing staff that help you with anything you need and I think one of the best things about the hostel was they organise trips out every night a great way to meet people for the solo traveller. I went bowling and to the beer museum while I stayed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Feynan Ecolodge; City: Dana Tafilah Governorate; Review: now this place was such a surprise i heard nothing about dana before i visited but its the biggest national park in jordan with the most bio diverse wildlife in the country. i arrived here as i organise to stay because it was voted one of the top eco lodges in the world by national geographic. the lodge is 100% run by the local bedouin community giving you the opportunity to experience the local culture through walks, workshops and the opportunity to meet locals. i can honesty say that i love this place and its one the the best hotels that i have ever stayed in, such a peaceful experience. the biosphere is famous for its walks throughout the reserve so i would recommend taking at least 3 days here to truly enjoy this fascinating place. you may even catch sight of the wolves that roam the reserve.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Franz Ferdinand; City: Sarajevo Sarajevo Canton; Review: Cool little hostel in a great location. Has pod style beds for privacy and breakfast is included. Not far from the bus or train station just take tram number that will bring you close to the entrance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Mostel; City: Sofia Sofia Region; Review: This place had such a great atmosphere for mid winter. the place was packed full of people from all walks of life. The hostel is set in an old mansion that has been surround by communist apartment blocks over the years. The rooms where warm, comfy and the dorm beds have curtains a light and power sockets. They have a lot of things going on from the daily bar crawl to other activities. Now the biggest selling point of this place is the they offer free breakfast and dinner with a beer, yes totally free and as a traveler this can save you a lot of money while staying here. The food is always veggie and delicious. The only fault I can find is that they are still using an small in home WiFi system and not a business one so WiFi drones in and out all the time with the demand. I would recommend that the hostel change their WiFi router to a business router as a lot of people complained about this issues. It a small fix that makes a big difference.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Bongo; City: Belgrade; Review: Such a cool family style hostel. This was a really cozy place while I stayed in the winter it had such a family atmosphere about it. The girls who run the place are really sweet and are happy to help with anything you may need. The place is super high quality with everything you could need like keycard access to rooms and lockers. The kitchen is well stocked and bathrooms are very clean. I think it’s the best place to stay in Belgrade just off one of the main streets close to everything you need. Tip: the hostel is down a small alley way. You will see the sign on the street to make your way through. (see photo); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Golden Bridge; City: Mostar Herzegovina Neretva Canton; Review: What a great hostel. This is a super cozy hostel where the owner treats his guests like kings and queens. Literally that’s what he calls you he has such a warmth and will to help you at ever occasion. Dorms are clean and warm, showers are super hot and just the general positivity and good vibes are this place are worth more than 5 stars. It’s only a few mins walk to the famous bridge and you can find restaurants and supermarkets close by. It’s only 3 mins to the bus and tram station by foot. This is the only place I would stay in Mostar when I come back in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Old Town; City: Kotor Kotor Municipality; Review: i arrived to the old town hostel after a 9 hour bus from mostar. the hostel is right in the old town and is only a 5 min walk from the bus station. when i arrived i was struck by the beauty of the buildings that this hostel is located over a few different building. its such a great feature that they are in the original old town buildings that have been modernised inside with well fitted out bathrooms, super fast wifi and comfy beds. i stayed in one of there private rooms that was nice and cozy with heaters for the winters and aircon for the humid summers. everything i could want and need was there including a small kitchenette next to the room for light food preparation but if your cooking up a feast then they have a big communal kitchen just a few meters away. there where a few things that made this hostel one of the best that i have stayed in. first was the nightly home cooked evening meal for only €4 its was delicious, they have free events very often including cocktails and barbecue throughout the high season. they also have there own travel tour agency that has some of the best tours on offer in montenegro they can even organise onward travel for you too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City Circus Athens; City: Athens Attica; Review: This hotel is an oasis in the busy city. The place is very well thought out decorated with bright colours and cool furniture. The rooms are a great size with the comfiest hostel beds that I have ever slept in and I mean super comfy, they also have on-suite bathrooms. Lockers are super secure and you have lots of space to call you other bags. The hostel it’s self has a nice communal area where they offer different activities every night like a free glass of wine and bar crawls on the weekend. The kitchen is massive with everything you need to cook to your hearts content. If you not in the mood for cooking then the on-site restaurant zampano does some great food and also serves breakfast. Tip: if your looking for something cool they have a great rooftop area with views of the acropolis.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Essaouira Youth Hostel Social Travel; City: Essaouira Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: We booked the superior room here last min for a good price. The main reason why we booked was the fire place in the room as it was February and really cold in the night time. Most places in Morocco have no heating so this was a must as the week we arrived was around 7 degrees in the night time. The hostel is located right in the centre of the souk really close to the Main Street and all the attractions that you need to see in Essaouira. The hostel needs a little tlc but the staff and great and the €2 breakfast is perfect. The have a nice room top too. We worth the stay here but remember in the winter that this is the Windy City so gets quite cold.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vila Lipa; City: Bled Upper Carniola Region; Review: Amazing place to stay. It’s in a great location just a few mins from the lake and the main area. The place it’s self was super clean, everything seems very new and high quality. The staff was amazing and did everything we asked and even more so. They have free parking which is a big bonus. If you looking for a great quality stay at a reasonable price then look no further than here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Bivouac; City: Yerevan; Review: If your coming to Yerevan and you want a little more luxury with the hostel lifestyle then this is the hostel for you. The beds are awesome all with their own curtains, outlets and lights so no scrambling for the only plug in the room. The hostel it’s self is super spacious has a huge tv if you want to watch movies and for the summer night chatting session they have a lovely terrace area out back where you can listen to the locals across the courtyard chatting away about todays events. They have a few bathrooms and some rooms even have en suits, hot water is always on and you can use the washing machine whenever you need. Breakfast is included it’s simple but has everything you need in the morning, tea and coffee is available 24 hours. The staff are super friendly and polite especially Ruzanna on the front desk. They take card payments which is a bonus when arriving late without cash. All in all I had a great stay here and will be coming back soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sahil Hostel Hotel; City: Baku Absheron Region; Review: i arrived to this hostel on a super hot summer morning after having a terrible night train from tbilisi. i was welcomed to the hostel with amazingly cool air conditioning and a guy named Ali. from the moment i arrived i knew this was the right place to be in baku. Ali made sure i knew everything and made me feel super welcome. the rooms.. are specious and not over crowded. air conditioning in is every room and each bed has its own private curtain, huge locker, lighting system and 2 plugs for you to charge all your accessories. the beds are one of the best features of this place ahh yes and they are super comfy too. the hostel itself.. is located in one of the most exclusive areas in all of baku close to the old town and 1 min walk from the metro station. the bathrooms are all individual so no sharing which is amazing. the main area had a huge screen for movies, even a playstation. the bar on site is serving beer and local wine. the best being that every day they have happy hour, well its actually three hours but this gets you buy one get one free. thats just over $2 for two glasses of wine to bottle of beer its unbelievable. the atmosphere is great and everyday there where lots of people staying so your bound to meet people. they can organise tours and taxi’s if needed. all the staff are super friendly but Ali for sure was the best i built a good report with him as he was super cool and knowledgeable. to sum up a great stay and i will defiantly be coming back…; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friday Hostel; City: Odessa Odessa Oblast; Review: Best hostel in Odessa by far. Can be a little tight when full during the summer months but the location and quality of the place is very good. The girls on reception are amazing and were always happy to help. One of the issues I had was they had no recycling bins for all the plastic waste. It’s 2018 and it should be a given in this type of business that you recycle.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Song of Travel Hostel; City: Nyaungshwe Shan State; Review: I’m going to give a slightly different review to ones I’ve done in the past as this place is very special. On your arrival to the hostel you will be greeted by your name by Fiona and the team, yes by name they know everyone by name before you even arrive it’s something that I have never seen in any other hostel it’s in 5* hotel territory this level of service. ROOMS The rooms are private capsule style beds with full privacy including a curtain. Inside you find your own light and international plug socket, underneath the bed is a big security locker that can fit the biggest of bags. Air conditioning is on throughout the day.. COMMON AREAS On the ground floor they have an ample seating with free tea, coffee, water, toast and biscuits. Beer and soft drinks are also available on request. A full food menu can also be found here with European and Asia food it was very good value for money. The rooftop has crazy views of the surrounding mountains and lake this is where you’ll have the free breakfast in the morning. you can while away the nights on the rooftop with some cocktails during happy hour in the evening.. SERVICES They have free bicycle rental, bus booking, gym located close by that they organise. I can honestly say that one of the best tours I have ever taken was the sunrise boat tour organised by the hostel to the lake that lasts for more than 10 hours it was amazing I got some of the best photos of my life. LOCATION Located in the east of the town it’s away from all the traffic and noise of the centre. It’s only takes 3 mins to reach the centre on bicycle. You are also closer to the red mountain winery and caves on this side of town. It’s was a perfect location for me..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paper Plane Hostel; City: Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: This is truly a luxury hostel. From the moment I arrived to the flora & fauna that adorns the front of the hostel I was saying to my self wow this place is like an oasis from the nearby skyscrapers as it’s set in an old colonial house. You can really see that they have taken even the smallest details into account from the branding on the windows & signage to the designer lighting all over the place... ROOMS I stayed in a private room that way cozy but had everything you need, desk, coffee facilities, locker for valuables. The exposed brick work is a nice design touch. Bed was super comfy & air conditioning worked perfectly. COMMON AREAS They have a nice roof terrace with views to the neighbouring skyscrapers. I came here mostly in the morning to do my exercise routine. Downstairs in the lobby you’ll find comfy seating, purified water & ultra fast wifi, just outside the covered patio area with plants surrounding you if you need a little fresh air. Bathrooms are spacious & ultra clean with branded shampoo & soap on hand. SERVICES 24 hour reception, laundry, booking services, light breakfast, alcoholic drinks, computers, maps. An iron when those shirts need a little tlc before a night out. LOCATION I thought that location was perfect close to the Main Street food & shopping areas in the heart of the city. The road is a super quite one way road with minimal cars passing by. A few doors down you’ll find pahit gin bar it’s a super trendy place to go, next to that cafe VCR is one of the most popular cafes in the city. You need to try the soft shell crab burger here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moon Fools Hostel; City: Tawala Panglao Panglao Island Bohol Province Visayas; Review: Moon fools hostel is definitely the best hostel to stay on Panglao. After staying at a few different places I ended up here & wow what a difference compared to all the other hostels. Moon fool focuses on the environment recycling & upcycling nearly all the interior elements of the hostel. It’s a refreshing change as here they really take the environment seriously. ROOMS I stayed in two different types of rooms here. The first was the standard dorm that was air conditioned with standard bunk beds, plugs, light & privacy curtain for all beds it was super comfy & the beds where very good. I then moved into the superior dorm now this has individual capsules that give you a lot of privacy the room was airy & had a great air conditioner so I was never to hot in the humidity here. BATHROOMS More than enough showers for everyone in the hostel they have hot water here unlike in other places on the island. Some cool design features like the sinks made from car tyres was a nice touch. COMMON AREAS They had a good sized common room with lots of seating overlooking the main area of the town. This is where you have the free breakfast & free evening cocktails.. SERVICES Defiantly the fastest wifi I seen on the island it’s super strong, has a good speed so for those digital nomads it possible to work from here. They also have bicycle & motorcycle rental with full insurance, free breakfast & free cocktails in the evening.. I have to say that the best part about the hostel was the collection of mostly in-house tours they do from here for a super reasonable price.. LOCATION 5 mins walk from Alona beach set on the main road the hostel is close to all the best restaurants, bars and shops in the town. Just downstairs on the left you’ll find a vegan cafe called Shaka it’s amazing...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glamping Siquijor; City: Siquijor Siquijor Island Visayas; Review: Amazingly interesting place to stay. The tents can hold up to 6 people but we had the double bed tent right of the beach front, it was so close to the beach. It’s super tranquil here with no noise pollution as it set quite far back from the road next door you have local fishermen going out every morning for the local catch. Truly it’s an idilic place to stay. The bathrooms are pieces of art I think the best crafted bathrooms I have ever seen and they do have hot showers. It’s very cool here in the evening as you get a nice breeze from the sea so no need for air con but the tents have electric and dans if needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adler Hostel Coffee Bar; City: Singapore; Review: Adler hostel is truly a luxury hostel oasis in the heart of bustling chinatown. From the moment of check-in you get a sense that this is more than just any hostel it’s blurring the lines between hotel & hostel. ROOMS I can honestly say that for me this was the best dorm rooms that i have ever stayed in. So let me explain... i stayed in the premium chamber dorm suite that had a balcony overlooking the nearby famous hindu temple & chinatown. The room was fully air-conditioned had spare luggage storage & even a clothing steamer for the digital nomads out there. My bed was like having my own room, the custom bed has its own curtain, locker, plenty of shelves for extra storage & two lights. It felt super cozy once i was all set up for the night. BATHROOMS Truly in terms of hostels these bathrooms would be classed as luxury. Super high quality finish with luxury shampoo & soap provided. Showers are super strong, hot & had plenty of space to put all your things. COMMON AREAS They have two common rooms as they have two buildings within a few meters of each other. Elegantly furnished with eclectic furniture from around the world. A widescreen tv, mac computer & espresso machine are free for you to use. The comfy sofa next to reception is a great place to unwind after a hard day exploring. SERVICES The staff at reception where there to help & answer all my questions / needs 24/7. They have luggage storage, laundry, espresso machine, purified water. The coffee shop located in the second building has a great selection of coffee, iced drinks & food. LOCATION Its in the heart of chinatown in the downtown area of Singapore. The location is perfect for access to the metro & also for all the amazing restaurants & nightlife in nearby chinatown. I rented an electric pedestrian scooter to help me get around the city much quicker & i recommend to do the same..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bai Hotel Cebu; City: Mandaue Cebu Island Visayas; Review: The bai hotel was my last little bit of luxury before leaving the Philippines & after travelling all over this vast island nation this was truly the hotel to rule them all. ROOMS I stayed in the king room located on the 16th floor with spectacular views of the city from my floor to ceiling windows. The room was large with extra space for a work desk & lounge area in front of the windows. Bed was super comfy & the bathroom was luxurious. COMMON AREAS Rooftop infinity swimming pool with both views of the mountains & city open late until the evening. The bar located on the 23rd floor served some of the best cocktails I had in the Philippines, good music & a laid back vibe with great views of the harbour. SERVICES Everything you would want from a hotel of this star rating. I had the chance to have breakfast in the executive lounge on my last day that was something special. LOCATION Located 20mins from the airport it’s the perfect place to start or end your filippino adventure as the traffic in the city is insane..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: With Inn Hostel; City: Xinxing Kaohsiung; Review: This place has to be one of the best boutiques in the whole city. From the outside it does not give much away but just wait until you get inside its a beautiful place to take refuge from the kaohsiung heat. ROOMS I had a private room with balcony but dorms are also available. my room was super well designed with high quality finishings & the best shower i had in Taiwan. The room was split with a mezzanine bed that had been custom made. it was super cool & the balcony just made this place perfect. COMMON AREAS Downstairs you will find a small cafe & reception. Upstairs on the top floor you’ll find a roof deck & chill out area. SERVICES They have everything you expect from a hotel. Staff are super friendly & knowledgeable. For me the thing that really set this place off was the breakfast. It was truly a work of art, the time & effort put in to making this piece of art was amazing. They really have an attention to detail here. wow LOCATION Located 2 mins away from the nearest metro in a busy area you can make you way to anywhere in the city in less than 10 mins.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BaobaBed Hostel Bagan Bagan May; City: Nyaung U Bagan Mandalay Region; Review: I have to say that this is one of the best hostels that i have ever stayed in Asia. The quality and services are amazing. The staff are a superb especially Kai. I had an amazing time for the four days i was here, met loads of super interesting people. ROOMS I stayed in a private room. The room is of hotel quality very new with all the modern amenities that you would expect from a hotel room. From the mini bar to the free in-room tea, coffee & water i felt never without. The bathroom was spotlessly clean with an amazing power shower. Even though i did not get the chance to stay in the dorm rooms i did get the opportunity to have a sneak peak and wow… individually curtained beds with light & plug inside, your own slice of privacy at a hostel…. bliss. COMMON AREAS From the moment you arrived the huge patio windows invited me into this hostel. On the ground floor they have a foosball table, pool table, restaurant / cafe. The top floor is where it all happens in the evenings. Here you’ll find the rooftop bar & pool. (yes a pool in a hostel). This is also where you will go for the complementary free breakfast that caters for all needs from noodles to fruit and fresh eggs its a great hostel breakfast. SERVICES The 24 hour reception was always happy to help with all my questions during my stay. They offer bus booking, free bicycle rental, tour booking. you'll find e-bike rental across the road for the trips to the temple. They also offer a free sunset trip to the temples. LOCATION Located just outside old bagan its perfectly places right in the middle between the town and the temples. Lots of restaurants are around and its a short walk or cycle to old bagan.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Map Travelodge; City: Tanah Rata Cameron Highlands Pahang; Review: The map travel lodge is for sure one of the best places to stay in Cameron Highlands for any backpacker or holiday maker. Set in the heart of the Highlands I felt at home here from the moment I arrived. ROOMS They have private & dorm rooms. I stayed in the dorm with widow for less than $10 per night. The beds are capsule style fully enclosed with privacy curtain, light, usb plugs & a fan. The attached bathroom is large with plenty of showers & toilets for all to use. they where super clean & the hot water was always running. COMMON AREAS The hostel is set out over three floors the first being the cafe serving up some great teas, coffees & cakes. The second is the check-in with full kitchen so I was finally able to cook my own food, they have free filtered hot & cold water here too. The third floor was dedicated to the main meeting area with sofas, beanbags & a vertical garden. You will also find the cinema here too with netflix. SERVICES Booking for local tours. I took the half day for less than $10, the views where spectacular. They have a cafe, laundry, shop selling snacks. LOCATION Located in the heart of the town your not far from anything. Underneath the hostel you’ll find two amazing restaurants, Indian & Chinese both are super cheap; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Langkawi Dormitorio; City: Pantai Cenang Langkawi Langkawi District Kedah; Review: Nice hostel located in the center of town less than 50m from the main beach. The hostel itself has capsule style beds that where super comfy. The rooms have en-suite bathroom & air conditioning. The best thing about this hostel had to be the common area & communal aspect of the place. Every day there would be so many people chatting have a beer & just generally enjoying their time in the hostel so if your a solo traveller this has to be one of the best hostels in malaysia as I met so many people here. The staff are fantastic. They will help you with all the information you need about the island & also booking of onward travel from the hostel. Free light breakfast of cereal & coffee is available too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ximen WOW Hostel; City: Wanhua Taipei; Review: Located in the young cool area of the city; ximen. the wow hostel is perfectly positioned for you to explore this the most vibrant area of taipei.. ROOMS The rooms are set out with beds in a capsule style with full curtains for privacy, electrical outlet, light & electric locker that is super secure. I stayed in both one of the larger & smaller dorms. COMMON AREAS A nice compact common area with small sofa & dining table but the best part of this area has to be the balcony it has lots of spaces and offers views of the ximen district & beyond. Bathrooms offer individual privacy with shower, sinks & mirror all in your own private shower room. SERVICES A simple but good breakfast is offered free for you every morning. eggs are also available for you to cook too if you want to rustle up some french toast. The staff are super friendly & super happy to help with all your questions. A computer is on standby if you don’t have your own & the wifi is super fast here. LOCATION Based in ximen this is one of the busiest & I have to say coolest areas in the city. it’s where all the young people hangout & the hostel is located right in the middle of it. Just step outside the door and find yourself in the heart of this super vibrant area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Dive Komodo Hostel; City: Labuan Bajo Flores East Nusa Tenggara; Review: Just finished my week in komodo. Wow what an experience surely one of the most picturesque places in the world. Dragon Dive Hostel made a huge part of my stay fantastic here. ROOMS I stayed in a private double located on the ground floor less than a meter away from the glorious pool. It was super clean & had a comfy bed. Bathroom was large with super hot shower for those days when you come back from diving or a long boat trip. COMMON AREAS Everything revolves around the pool & bar area here. Well what can I say... the pool is fantastic & a welcome retreat from a long day on tour or diving. You’ll also find a nice bar area that can get busy when a few are staying. The deck area around the pool has lots of nice seating, even loungers & a huge mango tree that shaded the whole area. It’s all capped off with a beautiful mural painting on the back wall that really captures the essence of Komodo. SERVICES This is primarily a diving resort with lots of courses available & for sure komodo national park is one of the best diving areas in the world. Wifi is available but please keep in mind that your on a super secluded island so don’t expect fibre optic speeds. You’ll also find a restaurant onsite that’s serving breakfast for guests in the morning & wood fired pizza in the evening. LOCATION A thirty second walk will take you to the sea & night time fish market that’s cooking up some of the best barbecued fish I have ever had.. About five mins away you will find all the restaurants, bars & cafes of the Main Street.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bread Jam Hostel; City: Kuta Kuta District Bali; Review: I stayed at this wonderfully quite hostel located close to the airport for just under a week to rest & recuperate after a few months hard travel & what a lovely experience I had.. ROOMS I stayed in both an air conditioned dorm & private room. The dorm beds where super comfy, they had privacy curtains with light & plug socket they also had an en suite bathroom. The private rooms are located upstairs. I had the 2 bunk private so it’s great for travellers whom are friends & would like some privacy. Air conditioning & private bathroom was super welcome.. COMMON AREAS The main area is semi open affair with verticale garden at the back, sofa & tv in the centre, kitchen & tables are the front with reception. The kitchen is large & has a fridge to store your food if you have had enough of eating out. Free kombucha, tea & coffee are available 24hours a day. I met a lot of liked minded people in the main areas it was a super friendly traveller hostel where you meet interesting characters that are not the usual party animals that you get in other areas of Kuta. I have to stay that one of the owners whom I met multiple times in the morning was super kind & very interesting to talk with she will definitely make your mornings great here when she is around. SERVICES So as the name suggests bread & jam for breakfast of-course with some extras like fruit. I also loved the homemade jams that the owner was making like the pineapple & ginger also the peanut butter that her mother was making. they where all divine. LOCATION Located about 5mins taxi ride from the airport in Kuta it’s well off the main strip this gives it a more local felling where you can try authentic street food & buy fruits from locals. if your just arriving or leaving Bali this is the best place to stay without a doubt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Djoglo Luxury Bungalow; City: Malang East Java Java; Review: Im writing this as i sit in the beautiful lounge bar / restaurant waiting for my taxi to arrive. Two days ago i arrived the to this beautiful place with optimism & a sunny disposition as i had been travelling java climbing mountains & staying in tents for the past few days so a little luxury was well needed & this place really delivered actually it exceeded all my expectations. I would go as far to say that is one of the best places in Asia to stay. ROOMS Well this is not just a room its a whole villa. As you arrived to your villa by golf car from the lobby you are transported into a fairytale like area. From the butterflies in the bushes to the fish in your pond at the end of your balcony. Then the huge doors open to your all glass surrounded room an your jaw drops as you look into one of the most beautiful spaces that you have ever stayed from the local inspired architecture to the centrally located bed, seating area, free mini bar & what i must say is the best bathroom that i have ever seen. Located through a set of double doors the bathrooms is actually located outside but not to worry as you have a glass roof to shelter you from the rain, in here you will find his & her’s basins, a huge double free standing bath with a tree as the back drop, it was truly awe inspiring. COMMON AREAS So technically you have two common areas as you have your own private one that includes a balcony with manicured garden, fish pond & seating areas for chatting & those days you want room service. Then we get on to the djati lounge. This is the hub of the complex its a restaurant, bar & swimming pool area. This beautifully javanese inspired designed building is a serene place to relax with a cocktail by the pool side in the afternoons, a place in the evening for dinner with a menu that includes kobe beef & live music. The outside is where its really happening here the outdoor seating area over looks the pool & golf course beyond. its a place of serenity & beauty that is unmatched by most hotels. SERVICES Well really anything you want. the staff here are at your service anytime just pick up the phone & they will try there upmost to make your stay special. LOCATION Around 20 mins from the centre of malang (that's a good thing). You arrive to the most luxurious area in the region with wide streets & huge homes that reminded me of beverly hills in California. The hotel villas are set in a super safe gated area with 24 hour security with manicured gardens overlooking a golf course.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Meander Taipei Hostel; City: Wanhua Taipei; Review: Located in the young cool area of the city ximen the meander hostel has to be one of the best places to stay for backpackers from around the world.. this is for sure a luxury hostel experience... ROOMS My four person dorm located on the 5th floor was perfect the quality of the bunks are amazing & super private too all have there own curtains, light & charging points so you can have your privacy when you want. Lockers & air conditioning was a welcome sight.. security is top of the list here you need a key card to get through multiple doors before arriving at the room so no worries about your belongings... COMMON AREAS When you arrive for the first time you will notice the huge well designed expansive space that is the common area. Firstly the reception (the girls are lovely here) then the games area with foosball & darts, further on you’ll find the tv area with cable & projector for movie nights then a huge kitchen actually the biggest & most well equipped one that I have seen in taiwan here you will also pickup for free breakfast.. SERVICES They have really thought of everything here. In the main common area you will find the events wall where they have something organise pretty much everyday from tours to haircuts they have really thought of it all for their guests. The reception girls will help you with anything you need from printing to booking tours they are super happy to help with anything especially recommending places to eat. Oh... I nearly forgot they have a super cool rooftop with comfy seating either for sunbathing in the day or having a drink at night it’s a nice place to meet up with people.. LOCATION Just a few mins walk from the main ximen street this is one of the busiest & I have to say coolest areas in the city it’s where all the young people hangout..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curiocity Backpackers; City: Johannesburg Greater Johannesburg Gauteng; Review: Curiocity is a true welcome to South Africa. The hostel is located in one of the coolest areas in the downtown Joburg. From the moment I arrived to the hostel the energy & positivity of the staff made me feel immediately at home. It’s a place where you can meet lots of people tourist & locals alike. I was only suppose to stay for 3 days for ended up staying longer than a week just because of the vibe here. It’s truly one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in.... I just want to give a big shoutout to bheki the founder & the team for making me feel like family here. In the words of bheki #power ROOMS I stayed in both a private & dorm room while here... The Private: My room was located in the courtyard next to the jacuzzi. With a super comfy double bed, desk & minimalist furniture it’s a great place for couple to have the vibe of the hostel life but the privacy of a double. The Dorm: This is where I spent most of my time. I was in the four sleeper dorm that’s was super spacious with high ceilings, custom beds with power socket, light, desk & lockers it was the perfect place to stay. COMMON AREAS This is where curiocity excels. Inside on the ground floor you’ll find the bar & chill out area. Throughout the day you get a good mixture of locals & tourists either watching the football game on the flatscreen or playing pool while sipping a Soweto gold (beer). The outdoors is where this places excelled, the street seating outside & the balcony where they have brai (barbecue) every Friday is the place to be to chill out on the warm days out of the sun & have a drink with friends in the evening. At the back you find a peaceful courtyard with jacuzzi that is decorated with 100’s of plants making it a great place to read of book & get a little quite time. For those of you wanting to cook upstairs they have a full kitchen with everything you need. For the digital nomads out there this hostel has one of the fastest WiFi’s I have seen in all my travels around the world. If your need need a ultra fast wifi fibre wifi look no further. SERVICES It’s really all about the tours here, this is where the hostel excels once again. You’ll jump on the custom curiocity bus in the morning to go on one of my favorite tours in the whole world.... Soweto Tour; is a must do in Joburg and the tour guide from curiocity was actually born there so he knows everyone and is super sensitive to the situation. we got to see real life here my favorite being visiting a charity funded day care where they are also housing orphans it’s was a truly humbling experience to see how happy & loving these kids were. City Tour; this is a great way to see the city; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Curiocity Durban; City: Durban KwaZulu Natal; Review: Curiocity is a for sure the best hostel brands is SA. After my great experience in the Joburg curiocity it lead me to staying in this the Durban branch of the wonderful brand. Upon arriving at this place you will immediately notice the beautiful Art Deco styled building with balconies over looking the surrounding area. ROOMS The Dorm: The dorms here are super spacious with high ceilings plenty of room for all you stuff in the under bed lockers. The beds are super comfortable with power socket & light at each bedside. One of the best features had to be the double balcony of the room it was a nice place to spend time reading in the morning. The Private: I had the chance to take a peak into the private room.. I have to say this was one of the coolest rooms that I have ever seen in my life. Truly the design of this room would not be out of place in a design magazine. It’s like having your own apartment. COMMON AREAS They have a kitchen & central open courtyard where most people eat but the main area for socialising had to be the bar area. This ultra cool designed part with nice seating areas & double balcony was a great setting for meeting new people from the hostel. For the digital nomads out there, this hostel has ultra fast wifi. SERVICES From movie nights to laundry service this hostel has you covered for everything you could every need as a backpackers. One of my favorite things to do was the city tour.. City Tour; this is a great way to see the downtown area in a totally different light from roof gardens to Indian spice markets, rooftop lunches. It was the highlight of the stay for me. It’s a must while here as it the safest way to view all Durban has to offer. LOCATION Located 5 mins walk from the beach in a beautiful Art Deco style corner property with huge balconies. It’s a few mins walk to the nearest supermarket & locals restaurants.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never at Home Cape Town; City: Cape Town Central Western Cape; Review: Arriving to cape town after traversing this vast country from east to west my month long journey was coming to an end. I decided to choose this hostel as my base due the the location & weekly events that are held here from the cycling trips to the barbecue night on Wednesdays its truly a social hostel where groups & single travellers can have a great time. If your in need of a clean confirmable place to sleep then look not further. ROOMS I stayed in an air conditioned dorm with eight beds & en suite bathroom. I was one of the first to arrive in the room so naturally i opted for the best bed right next to the window overlooking one of the coolest & safest areas in the city. The bed had a super comfy mattress, light & power outlet with multiple usb’s so i could charge all my gadgets at the same time. Our en suite bathroom was super clean & wow what a shower it was definitely the best shower of any hostel i stayed in South Africa, just make sure not to take too long to conserve water. COMMON AREAS The main area is just off the reception with big communal tables, comfy chairs & multiple tv’s playing news & sport. The TV room is a great place to chill out & watch a movie with friends but the main area where most people hang out is the bar & pool area. Its the best place to cool down in the hot midday sun. They are serving up some great food from the main kitchen, the bar tenders are super funny too. Make sure to come here on wednesday evening as they have the barbecue night, its a great opportunity to meet other travellers & locals. The communal kitchen is large & has a fridge to store your food if you have had enough of eating out. Its super well stocked with everything you need to rustle up some local dishes. SERVICES Well one of the biggest features of this hostel is the ultra fast wifi. Throughout my time is SA this was one of the biggest issues i had while doing remote work i could not find a fast enough connection but here saved me. If your a digital nomad or need a stable connection this is the only hostel to choose. One of the coolest things they do here is the group events & trips from a bicycle ride to the table mountain hike & of course the famous barbecue night on Wednesdays. If your in need of travel advice head over to the travel desk where Phil can organise your whole trip around SA from the baz bus to diving with great whites he’s full of information & enthusiasm for this beautiful country. LOCATION Located in green point close to the main world cup stadium its a really nice area with lots of cool bars & restaurants. The V&A waterfront is a 10 min walk from the hostel. Next door you’ll find a; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mojo Hotel; City: Cape Town Western Cape; Review: Arriving at mojo you would be forgiven for thinking that you were in Miami. The whole vibe of the place from the art deco buildings that adorn the area of Seapoint to the bright colours & use of materials inside & outside of the property its really something special. I immediately felt at home here. ROOMS I stayed in both the deluxe dorm room with seas views & 10-bed dorm. So let's talk about the rooms as they are totally unique compared to all other hostels/hotels. The rooms are actually an apartment with kitchen, bathroom & balcony. It's set up in a mezzanine style with a few beds up top & the rest on the ground floor. You have everything you need here as it's like having your own apartment. The kitchen is super well equipped with stove, oven, fridge & all the pots, pans & utensils needed to cook up your grandmother's favourite dishes. The beds are all singles & not bunks they have huge lockers to fit all your possessions the bathroom is laid out in a way so it does not hinder others needing to get ready with separate toilet, shower & open plan duel wash basins. COMMON AREAS In the hotel/hostel it's self you have a few different areas. Inside you’ll find a seating area next to the reception that's good for getting some work done. you also have a chill-out room with satellite tv for those rainy days. Now we get on to the good part: the roof deck & food market. So let's start with the roof deck it's super large & very well designed with an amazing seating area overlooking both the sea nearby & lions head mountain a great place to have a drink & watch the sunset. The food market; this is truly something special with over 30 food stalls, 4 bars & live music every night it's one of the coolest places in town to dine out. I came here on a nightly basis with friends to enjoy the busy atmosphere & grab a beer its really the place to be in Cape Town. SERVICES They have everything you would expect & more. One of the highlights is the super fast wifi, actually the fastest I have seem is SA. Currency exchange & friendly staff to help with any information you might need about this amazing city. LOCATION For me, this was my favourite locations of all the places that I stayed in Cape Town. Based in the lovely safe area of Seapoint less than 100 meters from the sea its a place with lots of hip bars, restaurants & cafes. Close buy you will also find a public pool & outdoor gym. If you like outdoor living then this is the place to stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 91 Loop; City: Cape Town Central Western Cape; Review: After a week on the outskirts of the city, I decided it was time to stay in the city centre & this hostel was perfectly placed near all the attractions & cool restaurants that cape town has to offer. Its a super modern hostel with great facilities & staff. ROOMS I stayed in the pod room. Pod rooms like in Japan where they originally come from are basically little rooms that give you a lot of privacy as a traveller. Inside you will find lighting, power outlet & a person key card locker for all your valuables. A curtain helps to give you totally privacy so if your sick of the hostel bunk beds then this is the room to choose. The room also has a super large ensuite bathroom with 3 showers so you don’t need to worry about long queues for the morning rush. oh yer and air conditioning. COMMON AREAS Downstairs in the bar is where it all happens. This is the main meeting place where all the daily events take place from beer pong to live music. It has great food as well & as a guest you get a 15% discount. Next, to the bar area you will find a pool table & open-air veranda where you can chill in the beautiful cape town weather. SERVICES Towels are included here which is a nice touch. The free morning breakfast has a lot to choose from, its super yummy. The cool staff are on hand to help you with all your needs & the onsite travel office will help you to book all your excursions around the city. LOCATION Located in loop street near long street it's in the perfect place to walk to all the attractions that cape town has to offer & if you want to have a few drinks at the cool bars in the area its just a short walk back to your home base.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashanti Lodge Gardens Backpackers; City: Cape Town Central Western Cape; Review: From the outside this place looks great & mostly it is with swimming pool and gardens but on inside it gets a little more complicated. My experience of this place was good in general but there are a few key things that i require as a full time traveller. 1. good internet i have to say that although useable to was extremely slow at times making it difficult to get any work done. 2. Good cooking facilities, now they do have a few fridges and a kitchen but the kitchen is totally inadequate for purpose as mostly it was big groups staying here and trying to use the stove was a waiting game sometimes more than one hour as the groups used all the available space on the hob as well as the staff cooking every night. I would recommend that the staff use the professional kitchen in the cafe upstairs as most travellers whom i spoke with complained about not being able to cook due to the staff & groups. they defiantly need a second hob here. The bathrooms are new and extremely clean but others parts of the hostel need a refresh as they are quite old. One of the main issues we had was the fact a drunk guys made one of our night hells as he woke up up over 10 times from 11pm to finally the security coming at 4am to remove him. This guy was totally wasted and bleeding heavily from the head he should not have been allowed in the room in the first place we had to get the security to come and get him out but after that he still came back to the room 20mins later. All in all it was a good stay but if you need good wifi & cooking space i would look into staying in another place. i do have to say the views of table mountain are great..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Etosha Village; City: Etosha National Park Oshikoto Region; Review: Amazing place to come as a camper. You get to use all the facilities as the lodge does from the free wifi to the pool for a much more reasonable price. The camping spots are huge the the facilities area great. Make sure to try their evening buffet meals that include meats like springbok, kudu and eland. It was one of the best meals I had in the country. The also have wild kudu roaming the garden so you get to see them up close they are very inquisitive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Desert Sky Backpackers; City: Swakopmund Erongo Region; Review: Arriving here after a 10 hour drive from dead valley was like arriving in heaven. This place is situated in the main town area walking distant from the sand dunes, beach, shops & restaurants it’s a pictured of tranquility with manicured gardens & birds singing all day long. ROOMS They actually have a lot of different types of rooms from private’s, dorms to family rooms & then on to camping places where I stayed. We had a vehicle with a roof tent that was perfectly house inside the parking area next to the gardens. They even built a sunshade over the parking area to stop the tents getting to hot. The other half of our group was using a ground tent & they even have space for the in the man garden COMMON AREAS From the super spacious gardens with lots of seating area’s & of-course a barbecue place to the lounge area with tv & a book corners. The kitchen is super well equipped with multiple hobs, microwave & fridges. SERVICES Betsy the owner is happy to help with all the information you need from places to eat to things to do, she is a wealth of knowledge. For those who have been camping for a while they do a same day washing service too. LOCATION Located in the town on a safe road 5 mins walk from the beach & the same time to the local supermarket & restaurant I cannot think of a better place to stay while visiting. No issues here with security as they have electric fencing and the whole complex is walled. I have to also give a big shoutout to the eco credentials as the are using solar energy here.. amazing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: N Kwazi Lodge Camping Site; City: Rundu Kavango Region; Review: Set right on the banks of the river only 20 mins from rundu. This place has to be one of the most picturesque places in Namibia. Set back from the reeds the lodge & campsite are all built in the traditional way with local materials. They are super eco too using solar to power the lodge & campsite. We stayed with our camping car at one of the two campsites that had its own power & water supply it has to be one of the best campsites we stayed in Namibia. The campsite has a large shower / bathroom block that has hot water & is kept very clean. Close by you will find the pool, bar, restaurant & of course the river overlooking Angola on the other side. Speaking of which they have a few trips from the lodge. I did the local community tour meeting people in the nearby village that the lodge has helped employing people & creating a pre school based on donations. They also do a sunset river cruise over to Angola that had to be one of the best experiences as I thought I would never visit that country so to set foot on Angolan land over the other side of the river was a highlight for me. If your travelling northern Namibia then look no further this is the place to stay. Make sure you take part in some of the activities, the evening dinner & breakfasts are sublime. I want to give a big shoutout to the owner & Isaac for making our stay here something truly special, I will be returning for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Old Bridge Backpackers; City: Maun Ngamiland East North West District; Review: At this hostel you could be mistaken for being at the beach, with the sand floors at bar area & palms it's an oasis from the heat of Maun. On the banks of a river with its own hippo it’s a super peaceful place. ROOMS They have a few different types of accommodation here. We stayed in one of the camp areas as we had our own vehicle with roof tent. It was spacious had good shade & power for charging all our gadgets. If you don’t have you own tent then the onsite safari style house tents with double or twin beds have you covered. COMMON AREAS Set on the banks of the river where they currently have a hippo the bar & common area are a relaxed environment with cheap drinks & good food from the onsite restaurant. A tv, book area & pool table make sure that you will never be bored while staying here. Yes they do have wifi, it was one of the best compared to other places we stayed in Botswana. SERVICES One of the advantages of staying here is the sheer amount of different tours that they offer from the in house staff. From safaris, boat trips & equipment hire you will never find yourself with nothing to do. LOCATION Set a few kilometres outside Maun (that's a good thing trust me) this is a super chilled out place to stay. Wind down in the pool & then watch the sunset from the bar with a cool beer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jollyboys International Backpackers; City: Livingstone Southern Province; Review: Stayed here with a friend for a few glorious days of relaxation after a hectic time in Zimbabwe. This is really a backpackers paradise from the pool to the live sports & great food it’s the only base to stay in Livingstone. The best thing about this hostel is their eco credentials from full recycling to solar power down to the organic soap they use for the rooms. it’s so refreshing to see a hostel make such a effort to try and reduce their carbon foot print. ROOMS We stayed in one of their twin rooms with en-suite bathroom. The room was spacious had air con, fan & safe. The bathroom seemed newly renovated with a great shower. Although mosquitoes in the room was not such a major issue they still provided nets just incase. COMMON AREAS This is where the hostel shines. From the garden area to the huge communal seating area with comfy pillows to the star attraction, the pool with plenty of loungers to catch some rays. Then you have the bar area with table tennis with a great selection of drinks & food at reasonable prices. SERVICES Tours, tours, tours. You can book a multitude of tours from the office here. From helicopter flights to sunset river cruises the staff here have a wealth of knowledge to help you find the perfect tour for you. LOCATION Located on a quite road only 50 meters from the main shopping street the only thing you hear here is the birds. This place is super safe with fencing all around & security guard at the gate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: My Father's Glory (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eurotrip (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Wide World (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Scarlet Pimpernel (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Perfect Blue (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Impromptu (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Twilight Samurai (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Talk to Her (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Education (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bon Voyage (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Room with a View: Special Edition (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Persuasion (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Life as a House (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Magdalene Sisters (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lock (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pianist (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pride and Prejudice (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whale Rider (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping With the Enemy (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scent of a Woman (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Snatch (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Good Morning (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shower (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antonia's Line (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Empire of the Sun (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fog of War (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Strictly Ballroom (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citizen Kane (1941); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rounders (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Score (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Thief (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rainmaker (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sound of Music (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hero (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swingers (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Client (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heist (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko: Director's Cut (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting: Collector's Edition (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 12 Monkeys (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Liaisons (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dave (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Road Home (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hope and Glory (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
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Title: Sun's Tea (TM) 20oz Strong Double Wall Thermo Glasses/Tumbler for Beer/Cocktail/Lemonade/Iced Tea, Set of 2; Brand: Sun Valley; Review: These glasses are as advertised, but they are heavy and difficult to hold for smallish hands. I can't recommend them unless you have good grip.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zyliss Stainless Steel 3-Inch Strainer/Skimmer, Green; Brand: Zyliss; Review: As expected, Zyliss doesn't make a bad product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magikuchen Stainless Steel Colander Fine Mesh Strainer/Sieve/Sifter/Fryer/Drainer/Rinser (Classic Black) - Comes with 8" in a long; Brand: MagiKchen; Review: As a hand-held strainer, it is a good one. Just not what I expected as "fine mesh". I wanted something for rinsing quinoa. This isn't it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Snapware 8-Piece Airtight Food Storage Set, Plastic; Brand: Snapware; Review: Great product, well-designed, well-made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stony-Edge Folding Bookcase, Easy Assembly Bookshelf for Home Office Storage. 16” Natural; Brand: Stony-Edge; Review: A little light-weight but completely functional. I am using it at work to hold manuals and it is doing it's job. I would not recommend trying to move it with the books on it but, otherwise, I believe it will last a long time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fissler Magic Soup Ladle; Brand: Fissler USA; Review: Fissler makes amazing products for the kitchen. These tools are solid, well-made, and will last a lifetime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fissler Magic Coarse Skimmer; Brand: Fissler USA; Review: Fissler makes amazing products for the kitchen. These tools are solid, well-made, and will last a lifetime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fissler Magic Pasta Lifter; Brand: Fissler USA; Review: Fissler makes amazing products for the kitchen. These tools are solid, well-made, and will last a lifetime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fissler Magic Perforated Turner; Brand: Fissler USA; Review: Fissler makes amazing products for the kitchen. These tools are solid, well-made, and will last a lifetime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fissler Magic Vegetable Spoon; Brand: Fissler USA; Review: I wanted a set of really nice stainless steel cooking tools, not made in China. It took some time but I found Fissler and couldn't be happier. These tools are solid, well-made, and will last a lifetime.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wusthof Classic Honing Steel; Brand: Wsthof; Review: It is Wusthof. It sharpens knives. Not much else to say.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hutzler 3-in-1 Berry Box, Yellow; Brand: Hutzler; Review: These are fabulous storage containers for fruits and veggies. Produce stays fresh so much longer. I'm happily amazed every time I open one of these from my fridge. Highly recommend this product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: 1003 Kayak & Canoe Lift Hoist Kayak For Garage / Canoe Hoists 125 lb Capacity by RAD Sportz; Brand: RAD Sportz; Review: Safely stores my kayak in the rafters of my garage. Easy to install; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VF LSG MLB Men's Take Control Short Sleeve Crew Neck Tee; Brand: VF LSG; Review: Nice, comfortable shirt; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DIMPLES EXCEL Bike Bicycle Water Bottle Cage (2 Pack); Brand: DIMPLES EXCEL; Review: I received these bottle cages and I am very happy with the quality. They feel very light weight and the finish is of good quality. I was able to install them on my bike using the screws included with no problems. I was also able to fit them on top of the mounting bracket for my bike pump, using the included screws. The cages also have a nice fit to my water bottles. I use camelbak bottles. Overall, these are great bottle cages at a very good price. The bottles stay very secure while riding my bike.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SRAM MRX Comp Twister Mountain Bike Shifter - Rear; Brand: SRAM; Review: replaced this on my kid's bike. He really likes it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Explorer Tactical 12 Pistol Padded Gun and Gear Bag; Brand: Explorer; Review: Nice bag with tons of storage compartments!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SRAM Racing Grips; Brand: SRAM; Review: replaced these on my kid's bike. He really likes them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crosman RMCOIL Silicone Chamber Oil, .25 oz; Brand: Crosman; Review: Seems to work well on my bb gun; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FieldSport Micro Red Dot Sight, Precision Red Dot Only No Green; Brand: Field Sport; Review: Great scope for this price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TacFire 7/16 Inch High Low Profile 2.36" Inch Long 5 Slots Flat Top Compact Riser For Red Dot Sight; Brand: TacFire; Review: Great price and good quality!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bushnell Falcon 133410 Binoculars with Case (Black, 7x35 mm); Brand: Bushnell; Review: Bought 2 of these as christmas gifts for a 9 and 7 year old. They love them and you can't beat the price!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gun Storage Pack of 12 Original Handgun Hangers (Hand Made in USA); Brand: Safety Storage; Review: Great system. This allows me to hang and organize 8 additional handguns, without taking up so much space! I also feel that they are very secure, as far as they hang freely, securely and stable. No complaints! Once I fill these 8, I will buy more for sure!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bushnell Banner Dusk & Dawn Multi-X Reticle Riflescope with 3.3-Inch Eye Relief, 3-9X 40mm; Brand: Bushnell; Review: Great scope, especially for the price! I replaced an older .22 scope with this and it has a much better eye reticle. Much easier to find your target!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SRAM X4 8-Speed Rear Derailleur; Brand: SRAM; Review: Bought as a replacement part and works exactly light the original (probably better quality than original). I would recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BONLEX Hydration Bladder Food Class Material,BPA free FDA Approved Tastefree Tube Insulated Large Opening,Quick Release,Water Bladder for Hydration Pack Backpack; Brand: BONLEX; Review: This hydration bladder works great and was a replacement for an old Camel bac. This new bladder is much nicer and has more features than the original. It also holds more water/garorade than the original. Would definitely recommend and buy again in the future, Thanks!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thermos Stainless King 40 Ounce Beverage Bottle, Midnight Blue; Brand: Thermos; Review: I have been taking this thermos to work for several years now. It keeps my coffee very warm, it's an essential part of my work day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Premier Inn Portishead Hotel; City: Portishead Somerset England; Review: Great accommodation and brilliant breakfast . Hotel room was large and comfortable. Close to nice restaurants in Clifton.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stirk House Hotel; City: Gisburn Lancashire England; Review: Having booked a few short breaks through Groupon, you can never be to sure how good or bad they could be, but this was certainly one of the better ones. The hotel which has recently been modernised was set in glorious grounds which focused on the local wildlife, and even though was a little on the muddy side following the heavy snow, you could borrow welly boots to meander around the gardens. The thing which impressed me the most was the excellent staff service and genuine friendliness. I think this hotel has got it spot on, not too fussy, but friendly and efficient. The ambiance was really good, perhaps a little too quiet for some,but we had a lovely relaxing time. The food was very good, with lots of little nice touches, such as fresh honey at breakfast, and canapés at the start of the meal, too a glass of dessert wine with the puddings or port with the cheese course. As we had to leave really early on the Saturday morning, Danielle the receptionist , made sure that we could have a continental breakfast before we left, and the night porter made us some tea and toast to go with it. We really appreciated this. We will definitely be going back next year, and probably in the Spring where we could appreciate the walks , in slightly warmer weather. The free wi-fi was easy to access on my iPad, and my wife enjoyed using the swimming pool and gymnasium. The hotel is circa 10 miles from Skipton, an old market town, and this was definitely worth a visit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: De Vere Staverton Estate; City: Staverton Daventry Northamptonshire England; Review: Found this hotel under De Vere's special rooms for £20 promotion, and booked a couple of rooms . Accommodation was fine though a little bit functional and missed some of the nice touches you find in other chains. The place itself is similar to a conference centre with a central reception, restaurant and bar area. Nice to be able to help selves to free tea and coffee facilities plus small snacks which was a nice touch. Had a lovely carvery on the Sunday night and breakfast was self service and ample ,and you can have what you like. Highlight was the Black Pudding. Visited the driving range which was good and reasonably priced and my wife went in the pool, which was fairly small. Overall the break worked well, and in particular we could connect to the free wi-fi, which the kids appreciated.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Luxury Bahia Principe Akumal; City: Akumal Yucatan Peninsula; Review: Having been to the Gran Bahia Coba resort on the same complex last year, which we thoroughly enjoyed, we thought we would try the Gran Bahia Akumel this year, particularly as we could fly from East Midlands with First Choice/Thomsons. Flights were good even though we had hoped to be flying on a 787 Dreamliner, service now starts in August. However the resort was better than Coba as right on the beach, better pools, and smaller site which made it easier to walk around. Definitely worth upgrading to the Golden club, as closer to the beach, bigger rooms and sea breezes. Can be a bit airless at Coba , so evenings can be really warm, whereas Akumel and Tullum resorts are cooled down by the Sea breezes and this makes the un-air conditioned areas cooler. Gourmet restaurants as last year were wonderful. Don Pablo, Le Gourmet,the Mikado Japanese restaurant ( try and book the show table), and the Brazilian restaurants were excellent. Also the Mexican restaurant was also very good. My wife booked the gourmet restaurants and time slots in advance of us going and we got all our meals in the time slots we requested. I would do this up to a couple of weeks in advance of you going through the Hotel Customer Services. Check in was very efficient and service throughout the resort was great. The quality of food even in the buffet restaurants is excellent, far better than all inclusives in Spain or Greece. You can also get drinks pretty much 24 hours a day too if you so wish. The other thing I like about the Gran Bahia sites are the sculptured lawns, beaches, trees and lay outs of the complexes. Lots of gardeners, people painting the infrastructure, cleaning the pool areas and beaches, and security staff at night. This part of Mexico is very safe, though its best to rent a safe just in case, as wages are low. Useful to bring lots of 1 dollar bills as the staff do appreciate tips, similarly tour staff on the trips, and bar staff at the resort. The site also has great wildlife with parrots in the trees, pelicans and frigate birds flying overhead, raccoons and cotis and agoutis seen mainly at dusk searching for food. The sea is also next to a coral reef with plenty of fish and great snorkelling areas. It is not surprising that we saw about 20 weddings taking place at Akumel and Tullum resorts during our stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Restaurant Sat Bains with Rooms; City: Nottingham Nottinghamshire England; Review: We visited Sat Bains as a 25th Wedding Anniversary treat and booked the 10 course Tasting Menu with wines. The room we stayed in Number 4 was wonderful with lots of nice touches from the Molton Brown toiletries to the Jars of cookies, in fact my wife thought it was the nicest room she has stayed at in the UK. The room led out to a private garden/sitting area. After some pre-drinks in the bar, we added to our order the Great British Menu award winning starter of a 24 hour cooked 62 degree duck egg with a pea and mint sorbet with strips of ham which was divine. This was followed by a lovely scallop dish. The menu certainly challenged the taste buds with sweetness, sourness , saltiness , bitterness and texture. However, we found it to be interesting rather than great food and several of the dishes were disappointing in particular the duck muesli which was excessively salty. Also the lamb dish could have done with a decent slice of lamb, as it was meant to be the main tasting course. The service was first class and the waiters were very attentive . The wines were from some unusual places but went well with the courses, though the sparkling sake is a bit of an acquired taste. Overall worth a visit for something different and challenging, but can't see it as a place I would visit often, as the tasting menus would need to change quite regularly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Boleyn Hotel; City: Staines Surrey England; Review: Visiting friends in Egham for a 25th Wedding Anniversary party, so wanted a hotel B&B package close by. Of the 16 Hotels on offer we thought the Boleyn was competitively priced and looked nice from the photos. The rooms were very modern with comfortable beds, flat screen TVs with a refurbished bathroom and comfortable sitting area. The room was excellent.The receptionist was very friendly and efficient and dealt with our payment, breakfast and evening meal times information, plus provided the wifi codes. She also organised Taxis there and back to our friends house and these were on time. The breakfast buffet the following morning was a bit haphazard. Everything was there , from what you expected,but it just wasn't well organised enough. Unfortunately too many of the guests came down at the same time and there were just not enough clear tables. Don't have a problem with buffet service but prefer a buffet service when the tea/coffee and toast are at least waiter served. Nice touch having a big TV with the news on, but would be better if the tables were side on so the both people could see the TV rather than 1 facing it and one with their back to it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tempest Arms; City: Elslack Skipton North Yorkshire England; Review: Visited the Tempesr Arms for a one night stay as it was close to one of our factories. Room was very comfortable with a double bed, power shower, good lighting and a flat screen Samsung TV. Free wi-fi code was given, but did not use. Evening meal was very good. You need to place your food order before 9pm. Had a poached egg, smoked salmon on asparagus with hollandaise sauce as a starter, followed by calfs liver mash with black pudding with apple gravy . This was great comfort food. Of course a meal wouldn't be complete without a pint of Theakston's bitter. Too full for breakfast, but I will try that next time I visit in a couple of months.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport; City: Paisley Renfrewshire Scotland; Review: A quick 5 minute walk from Glasgow Airport is the Holiday Inn Express at Paisley. The hotel is clean, modern and efficient. Rooms were simply laid out and everything was clean and worked. Was offered codes for the free wi-fi but did not require this. Breakfast in the morning was self service buffet with lots of things laid out. It was open in the early hours of the morning. Staff organised taxis for me on several occasions and were friendly and helpful.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rubens at the Palace; City: London England; Review: Was recommended the Rubens as an alternative to the Crown Plaza where we normally stay, having flown in late evening from Glasgow. Was provided with our Corporate rate and given a free drink voucher. Room was situated on the first floor, and was ornate with its own character. A large double bed with plenty of cushions and blankets, and with fresh linen. Flat screen television with music and pay for view options. Liked the amount of desk space and lighting to enable you to work effectively. Bar areas were nice and relaxing, and the Guinness was fresh and cold. Breakfast next morning was buffet service. choice of cold and hot was good, and waitresses brought tea, coffee and toast to the table. Liked the fact that there were plenty of staff to serve and seat quickly at the table. Overall thought the boutique nature of the hotel worked , and it was just around the corner from Buckingham Palace too!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rendezvous Hotel; City: Skipton North Yorkshire England; Review: Been past the Rendezvous over the years, never having stayed there, so as my usual hotels were booked up, took the plunge and gave it a try. Overall it was OK. Good spacious and clean rooms, though a bit dated; a nice restaurant; a friendly reception. Did not have the opportunity to use the leisure facilities so can't comment here on those. Layout of the place is a bit strange, and the bar area on the first floor around the staircase didn't work for me, as a place to stay. Hotel has good conference facilities and that is probably it's market. I would stay there again, but probably with colleagues.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grosvenor House a Luxury Collection Hotel Dubai; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: We spent a week for my wife's 50th Birthday at the Grovesnor House Hotel in Dubai. In all aspects we thought the hotel was excellent, from the porters on arrival, the hotel reception, the restaurant managers and serving staff. Nothing was too much trouble. My wife was treated to cakes to celebrate her birthday on numerous occasions during the week including a complimentary bottle of wine which was unexpected . The hotel restaurants were superb including Sloanes (excellent buffet with wide variety of food), W10 the Gary Rhodes restaurant with a superb cocktail bar, ottomans an excellent Turkish restaurant, an my personal favourite Embassy 45 on the 45th floor. As our room rate had half board inclusive we used that in the main but also upgraded to a la carte using the equivalent daily allowance of 125 dirhams per person. The wine list had great choice but is very expensive in Dubai £50+ a bottle, but that is the going rate over there, and we had been warned by friends before we visited on how expensive alcohol is in Dubai. Make use of your duty free allowance going in. We used the Spa and swimming pool in the hotel. The Spa is a hidden gem, and though the pool is relatively small it's not too busy in the afternoon where it is a bit shadier. The other great thing about the hotel is that it runs a shuttle bus to its sister hotel about 1/2 a mile away , the Royal Meridian Beach Hotel. As a Grovesnor House Hotel resident you can use the pools and the private beach, and the Royal Meridian restaurants under the half board. The Mexican restaurant Maya was superb and packed out even in a quiet week in the resort. When we return back to Dubai we will definitely stay again at the Grovesnor House hotel, but will probably come between September and May, as at 45 degrees in June every day, it's too hot to venture out far.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rubens at the Palace; City: London England; Review: I last stayed at the Rubens 18 months ago, and thought it would be somewhere nice to take my wife for our wedding anniversary. The hotel lived up to expectations and we were looked after by Rachel from customer services who gave us a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival whilst we waited for our room to be ready. We had the afternoon cream tea, which had a nice selection of sandwiches, wonderful scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam. Again we had champagne with our tea and sat opposite Buckingham Palace Mews facing out into the street, which had people looking in at what we were eating. The tea came with an abundance of cakes. There were so many cakes that I was unable to have a meal out in the evening. Our double room was comfortable particularly the beds, and the shower was good. The hotel kindly left us an anniversary card and a cake in our room. The breakfast were great with excellent choices and we had dinner in the Bb bar next door which lI believe is affiliated to the hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Croke Park; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: A relatively modern hotel , which is part of the Doyles collection. It is heavily connected with the Croke Park Stadiums owners the GAA, Gaelic Sports Association of Ireland. As there were some major sporting events at Croke Park that weekend of our visit, the hotel bars were full of Sports fans reminiscing about the earlier game late into the evening. The staff are really friendly and welcoming, and the concierge looked after our cases ahead of our room becoming available. You can walk the mile to O'Connell street which is the start of central Dublin, it is relatively flat. The dining room is similar to many other modern hotels, and the food and wine prices are relatively reasonable. You can tell that the hotel is not too bad as many airline pilots and stewardesses were staying overnight, and they don't stay anywhere poor. We received a complimentary newspaper and breakfast was plentiful. You must try the traditional Irish White and black puddings.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Campanile Wakefield; City: Wakefield West Yorkshire England; Review: It was certainly cheap and cheerful. Booked 2 twin rooms for the rugby World Cup at Elland Road. £42 a room plus under 6 pounds for a cooked breakfast each including drinks, toast and cereal. The reception area was Ok and the bar area a bit small. Rooms very basic but had a TV and bathroom was Ok. Accommodation block has seen better days, wooden buildings need reprinting and rooms modernising. Being situated in the middle of an industrial estate does not help. Probably would not stop again unless on a drinking weekend; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Albert Cottage Hotel; City: Cowes Isle of Wight England; Review: Stayed at the Albert Cottage on a business trip to the Isle of Wight. Hotel is situated less than a mile from East Cowes and the Red Funnel Ferry service. Hotel used to be part of The estate of Queen Victoria's Osborne House and the hotel maintains its historic quirky charm. It is situated in lovely gardens and you can see why it is a popular wedding spot. Rooms are big and spacious and the showers are good. Bar area is modern and effective. The Consort restaurant is very good with plenty of choice on the menu. The pigeon breast starter was excellent. Breakfast is also very good, though the chef does need to learn how to do a proper hollandaise sauce with the eggs benedict! Will stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sandals Barbados; City: St Lawrence Gap Christ Church Parish Barbados; Review: This is clearly a couples hotel, combination of honeymooners (mainly Young Americans) and the grey pound 50+ couples without their kids. There are a few small groups of friends travelling together too, but the ambiance of the place is just right. The restaurants are great and you can get alcohol or soft drinks all day long. We even have a full minibar and large bottles of spirits in our Club room. The rooms are lovely with four poster beds, decent air conditioning, balconies overlooking the pool with the swim up bar and the sea crashing in on the southern coast of the island. Booking in was relaxing with a glass of complimentary champagne , and the concierges in the club lounge are happy to book your itinerary . To the left of the hotel they are doing construction work as Sandals are creating a Greek village, but this was not obtrusive. The beach is fairly small and the wind blows there which is quite refreshing. The guys each day have to clear seaweed from the beach as it is not particularly nice as it spits out smells of Sulphur which is quite pungent when lying in the sun, but again it does not affect our holiday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashtree House Hotel; City: Paisley Renfrewshire Scotland; Review: Though difficult to find off Paisley's one way system, there is plenty of parking available for guests at the historic Ashtree House Hotel. Rooms have character with modern TVs and showers. A liitle bit run down in places plug socket loose and exposed in our upstairs room. Family that run the place were really friendly, welcoming and gave plenty of advice re things to do. The husband also gave us a shuttle into Glasgow in his classic Jaguar which was very kind, and gave us a guided tour on the way in, sharing his knowledge of the history. The Scottish breakfast was plentiful and the breakfast service was very good with choices of continental or full English breakfast. Wi-fi did not work in our room, refused to connect, had the right codes. Overall a good stay overnight and I will use this hotel instead of staying at the Holiday Inn at the airport in future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tempest Arms; City: Elslack Skipton North Yorkshire England; Review: Have stayed many times at the Tempest over the last 2 years and the rooms are very comfortable with nice touches of flapjacks and decent showers. The bar has an excellent selection of real ales and overseas lagers and a reasonable wine list. The best part of the Tempest is its food. Primarily English classics but also decent brasserie food with game and good use of black pudding in the starters, which always goes down well with myself. The liver and mash is superb.The Tempest is mainly built of stone so if you think you can get a mobile signal there, you are a better person than me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scandic Palace Hotel; City: Copenhagen Zealand; Review: Scandic Palace Hotel is situated next to the town hall, 2 minutes to the famous Tivoli Gardens, and 10 minutes walk from the Copenhagen Central Train station. Just around the corner is one of the main thoroughfares for shopping in the city which stretches over a mile to Nyhaven, a wonderful little port area with plenty of restaurants and cafes. The hotel has plenty of old school charm and is a bit quirky. Reception were very efficient and welcomed us on arrival. Lifts were rather ornate and you have to open the doors to get out. Rooms quite sizeable as compared to most European cities. Showers had wet rooms which were good. On top of this breakfast was really good with plenty of choice re continental or hot food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stirk House Hotel; City: Gisburn Lancashire England; Review: Stayed one night on business with a colleague, though have been here with my wife on a weekend break, and stayed on business several times before. The place has not changed much with log burning fires in the lounge which is a lovely snug. Had a room at the far end of the main building. Showers had been modernised and were excellent. Decor is a little bit dated. The restaurant was being upgraded and we ate in the Gallery, where they normally do weddings and functions. It had been tastefully decorated and the food was excellent. Had the crunchy belly pork starter and a superb duck breast in a blackberry gravy and my colleague had the steak with fat chips. The staff were really friendly and welcoming and made us feel special. The breakfast as always at the Stirk is wonderful and they always bring a plate out offering more bits of the cooked breakfast. A great way to send you off!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Livingston; City: Livingston West Lothian Scotland; Review: Stayed at the Mercure Livingston on a Saturday night before the rugby at Murrayfield. Hotel is next to the Livingston Designer Retail shopping centre and was well signposted and easy to find. The staff were friendly and efficient at check in and out bookings were quickly found. We were given a twin and double room as requested. Hotel is very tired and worn but clean. It could do with a refurbishment. Rooms were a reasonable size , bed comfortable and clean. Tea and coffee making facilities worked and the flat screen TVs were modern and had good picture quality and sound. We had a few drinks in the bar area and watched the rugby. Good range of draught and bottled beers including Guinness, Stella and Boddingtons . Bar staff were friendly. The hotel booked us a taxi on request and it was punctual. We had breakfast in the morning. Tea and coffee were waiter service but the rest was self service. Good selection of cereals, fruit and fruit salad. Cooked breakfast included black pudding and fried bread with a choice of fried or scrambled eggs. Toast heater was quick. Breakfast was OK, the sausage was exceedingly bland.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Van der Valk Hotel Berlin Brandenburg; City: Blankenfelde Brandenburg; Review: The Van Der Valk Hotel Berlin is a very efficient and comfortable business hotel and conference centre. It has large rooms and very clean and modern bathrooms with great showers. It has a swimming pool and a relatively new spa and massage centre. The service is friendly and good, the hotel is very clean and spacious. The breakfast is buffet service but the food and choice is excellent from fruit salads and cereals to cheese platters and meatballs. In the summer you can eat your evening meals or drink outside in the gardens, but in winter you have to drink and eat inside. There is also a smokers bar area , but it can get fairly smoky in there. Another comfortable stay at the VdV hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coombe Abbey Hotel; City: Coventry West Midlands England; Review: Stayed on business for one night in March. Hotel was very close to where we were working on the edge of Coombe Country Park. The building has an interesting Gothic facade and has lots of interesting nooks and crannies to hide away. Reception was efficient and friendly and we were allocated rooms in the new block. My room was the millers room with large food poster bed with modern TV and a large bathroom. Wifi reception was a bit slow but we were given a wifi code and easy to connect to. We had a private dining meal and service and food was good. The breakfast was between 7 and 9.30am. It was adequately staffed and brought tea and toast to the table. The rest was buffet with selections of cereals, fruit and croissants and a cooked section. The hotel has nice touches with apples in the foyer and werther originals in the bedroom. Car parking is free.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madison Hotel Nahariya; City: Nahariya Northern District; Review: Hotel maintains its 1970s charm and decor . Rooms are clean functional and good value for money. Most have balcony views of the Mediterranean sea. Close to the beach area and a number of bars. Hotel has access to the pool and gym amenities opposite, and towels and access cards are provided at reception. Booking in procedures are good. Breakfast is self service and you can work out eventually how it works, as the staff won't necessarily tell you. Beds are adequate but not particularly comfortable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Belmore; City: Sale Trafford Greater Manchester England; Review: We stayed at the Belmont Hotel which is a renovated pub. Bit of a maze to find rooms on the top floor, but very good value, modern rooms with very comfortable beds with good quality linens, nice modern bathrooms with bath and showers, coffee making facilities with biscuits. Breakfast very good cold options are self service and hot food, toast and tea and coffee brought to you by the waiters/ waitresses. Staff very friendly and helpful with great customer service. Will definitely stay here again. Also free parking and about 1/3 of a mile to the Altrincham to Manchester metro line.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Croke Park; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Had another excellent weekend stay at the Croke Park Hotel to celebrate my wife's birthday. Half a bottle of Prosecco and an ice bucket as a courtesy from the management team was appreciated. Liked the new decor and branding at the hotel. As we had a Doyle's collection account we were given an upgrade to an Executive room on the 4th floor and use of the Executive Club area. This had a nice TV area with comfy chairs fresh juice and water and decent coffee and tea making facilities plus a help yourself continental breakfast and snacks. Room was nice with a lovely bathroom. Staff were friendly and service was good. Good selection at breakfast of both continental and hot Irish breakfast, plus loved the fresh honeycomb which was a lovely feature . We will be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Coniston Hotel Country Estate Spa; City: Coniston Cold North Yorkshire England; Review: Stayed overnight at the Coniston hotel . Very beautiful views over the lake and surrounding countryside. My room overlooked the car park however. Rooms modern with a good large shower head shower which is easy to use. Plenty of rooms and seems to be a very popular place for weddings and business functions. Lay out was similar to some conference centre hotels previously that I have stayed at. Did not use the spa but I heard that it was good, the bar and breakfast were both good and selection of both cold food was available. Waitress service breakfast for tea/coffee ,toast and cooked breakfasts. A little bit more expensive than the Stirk House or Tempest where we normally stay in the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seckford Hall; City: Woodbridge Suffolk East Anglia England; Review: Seckford Hall has lots of old world character. But is perhaps a bit quirky, like a lot of family run hotels. It looks very impressive from the outside, has a beautiful old fashioned lounge off the entrance hall, and lovely gardens with nice sitting areas outside. The quality of the food is very good, but the menu is a bit limited, and though we stayed for the weekend, we only ate at the restaurant on the Saturday night and at Breakfast. The hotel had a wedding on the Saturday night with a disco. Ideal place for weddings and a Garden room for holding these type of functions. Staff were friendly and the restaurant manager was good, but service was slow particularly on Sunday breakfast. Our room was very nice , comfortable large double bed with a nice double sinker bathroom, free wifi and coffee making facilities. Watch out for the stairs as a bit uneven in the older part of the house. The hotel also has a spa with a small swimming pool and gym, my wife used this, but I did not. Would consider stopping here again if in the area. Room rate and breakfast prices were reasonable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rubens at the Palace; City: London England; Review: Spent 3 nights at the Rubens Hotel at the Palace. Met our expectations having stayed there before and we had a free evening meal voucher which we used on the Sunday evening before heading to the Winter Wonderland. The Rubens has a great location opposite the Buckingham Palace Mews and a couple of minutes walk from Buckingham Palace. You can walk to many of the sites from the hotel or catch a tube from Green Park rather than use taxis. The breakfast buffet is excellent with wide range of continental and cooked breakfast choices. Staff will bring tea/ coffee, juice and toast to the table. Lifts are a bit cosy but part of the quirkiness of the hotel. We also had a lovely cream tea facing the Mews. A very enjoyable weekend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Residence Agnes; City: Prague Bohemia; Review: My wife and I had a wonderful stay at the small boutique Residence Agnes. All the way from the welcome by the team until we left , customer service was superb. Frank and his team make you feel perfectly at home in Prague and the Hotel. On arrival we sat down with Michaela and she booked us in, organised sightseeing experiences, booked classical concerts and black light theatre shows we wanted to see. We also had some excellent restaurant tips and lunch spots around town which were great particularly the Blue Duckling ( it's Czech name is difficult to pronounce). All the way through our stay we were offered tea, coffee, complimentary water, beer and wine, which we appreciated . Viktoria also gave us some other good restaurant tips on our last day. The rooms were clean and functional and tastefully decorated in character of the building. Only criticism was that we had a massive king size bed with two small single duvets. Would have been better to have a king size duvet , as we got cold during the night as the single duvets were small. The breakfasts were superb with a great range of fresh fruit, yoghurt, breads and pastries, cheese and ham, and hot cooked breakfast items . In addition there were also some fantastic cakes which we particularly enjoyed. The team were happy to provide complimentary lifts to the end of town so we started our day doing things straight away and used the available light. Hotel is situated in the Jewish Quarter and about a 15 minute stroll to the Old Square with wonderful Xmas markets. Prague as a city break destination is superb and you won't go home hungry or thirsty staying there. We will definitely stay at the Residence Agnes on our next visit to Prague. Superb.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glasgow Marriott Hotel; City: Glasgow Scotland; Review: Stayed at the Marriott for one night on business. Check in was good and had a reasonable sized room which was clean with a modern TV. Plenty of wardrobe space. Bar area was good and later on waitress service was available. Drinks prices like most hotels were a bit expensive but were not over the top. Showers were warm and OK. Breakfast and service was good and efficient. Hotel well situated in the centre of Glasgow. Price was reasonable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malmaison Birmingham; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: Stayed on a Saturday night in Birmingham. Hotel price is not particularly cheap, but rooms are modernly styled and clean. Good toiletry ranges. Breakfast £15.95 a head for the cooked. Service was good and tea/ coffee and toast was brought to the table. Bonne Mamon jams on the table was a nice French touch. Had some drinks and a bottle of wine in the bar in the evening. Overall my friends, my wife and I enjoyed the experience. Hotel situated at the Mailbox mall. No car parking at the hotel but a discount can be obtained from the hotel for the Mailbox car park.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rendezvous Hotel; City: Skipton North Yorkshire England; Review: Rendezvous Hotel is situated on the edge of Skipton, about 1.5 miles from the City Centre. Hotel has a good gym and a pool and is popular. Staff were friendly and helpful. Bar service was good and they had a TV showing Sports. Rooms are large and clean and power showers were good. Breakfast had a good selection of cereals, fresh fruit salad, and cooked breakfast selections via a buffet. Tea and toast are brought to table as requested. Plenty of staff supporting guests. Lovely views across the moors and the canal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Craven Heifer Inn; City: Kelbrook Lancashire England; Review: Stayed for two nights through work ,and ate in the restaurant on both evenings . Food is excellent and had steak one evening and the stuffed chicken on the other evenings. Between the 12 of us must have tried all the starters and main courses. All very good . We mainly drank the Wainwrights beers and St Miguel draft beers. Staff were really friendly and service was great. We were all made to feel welcome. Rooms in the lodge are modern and large and wifi good. Power showers were excellent, and tea and coffee making facilities with a couple of packs of business. Breakfast service was good. Tea coffee and toast brought to the table. Plenty of continental breakfast choices, fruit salad and cooked breakfast. Eggs benedict was really nice. They are building more lodges as business is good. Restaurant was busy both nights with lots of locals coming in for dinner. Will stay there again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jurys Inn Birmingham; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: Spent a night at the Jurys Inn. Quite a large hotel with plenty of floors. Rooms were modern clean and well lit. Functional and I had two double beds in the room. Toiletries were adequate. Bar area and coffee shop. Breakfast was buffet service including tea, coffee, fruit and hot food. Toast machines were good. Reception was efficient and friendly and check out was good. Parking in multi story outside rear of hotel . Circa £15 per night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tempest Arms; City: Elslack Skipton North Yorkshire England; Review: I stay at the Tempest 5 or 6 times a year. The rooms are well decorated and comfortable both in the old hotel or the lodges to the side of the hotel. These rooms are larger and more modern. Wifi works and is free though mobile signals are awful particularly if you are a Vodafone user! The food in the restaurant is great. Good hearty Bistro style food, and they have a great bar with lots of nice real ales, a gin feature and malt whisky selection, if you fancy a nightcap. Breakfast is great and the black pudding comes from a local butcher and is fantastic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingsway Hall Hotel; City: London England; Review: The hotel appeared a little tired and the rooms were far too warm for our liking and we could not get the air conditioning working. Apart from this the rooms were as advertised, clean, functional and the beds were comfortable. Were offered an upgrade but not great value. Breakfast was offered at a discount and was excellent with good personal service . Good selections of fruit, continental meats and cheese plus a cooked hot buffet. Tea, coffee and toast were brought to the table. Location in Covent Garden was great right in the heart of the theatre and restaurant area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Park Grand London Lancaster Gate; City: London England; Review: Stayed for a night at the Park Grand Lancaster Gate . Greeting in arrival by friendly stays with hot towels and a welcome drink which was appreciated. We arrived early and we were still allocated a room on arrival. Room was modern and nice and we were offered a free to use mobile with maps of London to help us round the city. Did not use it but was a nice touch. On return from the theatre the maid left us Easter chocolates and a Easter egg with a rabbit towel sculpture. Very cute. My wife will enjoy the Easter egg on way home. Breakfast was very good with lots of choice. My wife had continental and I had the full English. Cooked breakfast is served from the kitchen. My wife had a large cappuccino and I had Earl Grey Tea with lemon and granary toast. Service was good. Overall a very impressionable stay and we will use the hotel again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madison Hotel Nahariya; City: Nahariya Northern District; Review: The Madison has had a small facelift with rooms being refurbished and service at reception being more friendly and efficient than last time I stayed here. Hotel is reasonably priced with fairly large rooms, small balconies and low beds. Air conditioning worked in the room. Breakfast is good with an omelette station and plenty of choice of salads breads and continental in style all self service. Definitely an improvement from last visit. Nahariya seems to be picking up with lots of building work and increasing employment. Perhaps the Madison needs modernising more and turning itself into a decent hotel than an average one.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Apartamentos do Golf; City: Vilamoura Quarteira Faro District Algarve; Review: Very reasonably priced hotel on a rom only basis. Breakfast was good and great value at6.50 euros( includes bacon sausages and eggs). Bar and food can be had from snack bar and restaurant and bar stayed open to 1am. Bottles of wine for 10 euros and pints were 3 euros. Rooms had kitchenettes and balconies, cleaned daily by the maid and could hire deposit boxes. Staff friendly and spoke good English. Regular shuttles to Marina and beach and if too many people they would go out again to drop off / collect. Nice pool with a 3 meter deep end, and loungers to sun bathe.Receptionist well organised and friendly and organised us taxis and golf. We all had a great stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 57 Rodney Street; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: A group of us were visiting Aintree and stopping over in Liverpool on the Friday night. Managed to book 10 of us into 57 Rodney street across 4 Rooms. It was ideal for us, as centrally located, near to the railway station which has plenty of trains to Aintree and close to one of the main busy evening out areas. Combination of double rooms, twin rooms triple and quadruple with shared bathrooms. It was cheap clean with comfortable beds and well decorated and fitted exactly what we wanted . Would use again for a night out in Liverpool with friends. We were met by one of the joint owners and he helped us park round the back. Very tight to get the car in. There is also a large kitchen/ lounge area where you could make your own breakfast if you wanted to, but there are lots of places to eat on Bold Street for breakfast. Also very close to Liverpool University , so a good place to stop if visiting friends or family there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Holiday Inn Express London Newbury Park; City: London England; Review: My first stay at Holiday Inn Express Newbury Park was a positive one. I found the room (double bed) to be spacious and welcoming. The toilet is compact but comfortable. It does not feel cramped. The location of the hotel is quite good if you have business to attend that connects to the Central line (which will link you to Oxford Circus, Holborn, Bank). The connections are brilliant. The hotel is about 4 minutes walk from Newbury Park underground station and the walk from/to is well-lit at night. The staff were some-what attentive, I found the reception to be empty when I approached it when I first checked-in, despite the fact there was desk staff in an office at the back who could clearly see me. Either they chose to ignore me or weren't trained to check me in. Either way, it wasn't a good first impression folks. The night was spent well and I found the bed to be adequate. I woke up with no back or neck aches which was good to know. The shower was very powerful and the towels were of good size. Breakfast was surprisingly good! You could choose from freshly baked croissants and such (it was nice they were freshly baked and not brought in by mass in plastic packaging), or hot items such as sausages or scrambled eggs. You could also choose a wide range of cereals and fruits. The cheese selection was lacking compared to the other Holiday Inn Express chains I had stayed in. Check-out was quick. Overall, this is a good no-fuss hotel. It has all the facilities a business man requires but nothing luxurious *which you wouldn't expect at an Express hotel*.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western London Ilford Hotel; City: Ilford Greater London England; Review: Firstly, the staff at this hotel are brilliant. They go over and beyond the call of duty and I thought the customer service was top-notch. Well done to them. Sadly, that's where the applause stops. I didn't enjoy my night at this hotel. It wasn't for any big reason but for quite a few small ones. Let's get started: 1) The interior of the hotel looked very eerie to me. The design of the hotel didn't really catch my imagination nor did it make me feel comfortable. In fact, I felt uncomfortable for my entire stay. The whole place didn't have a 'home away from home' feel. 2) The room is nice but you feel the lack of space. I guess you can't really complain but this hotel isn't exactly in Central London. The door that separated the edge of my double bed to the toilet was, perhaps, half an inch from one another. It's a tight fit. 3) The shower is truly terrible. I can forgive many things in a hotel after a good shower but the shower at this hotel was bad. Whatever 'power shower' may be to the owners of this place, my shower had no 'power'. It was a like a half-hearted stream of water which couldn't even wash away the soap on my body. It was terrible. In fact, the last time I remember taking a shower this bad was when I was in University halls! *yes, it was that bad*. 4) The walls are thin. And I mean thin. Despite the fact I wear earplugs to sleep, at night I could hear people talking, babies crying, even shouting at 3am! This is very bad for light sleepers out there. 5) At night, the rooms are not dark. There is no 'black-out' curtains like you would find at other 'up-market budget' 3 star hotels. My room was not dark and it made it difficult, along with the thin walls, to fall asleep. 6) The breakfast is poor. For breakfast, you have the choice of a lot but the quality is poor. My scrambled eggs smelt terrible and it looked like they had been sitting on the hot plate for a few hours. Furthermore, the pastries were terrible too. This is a major shame, I was looking forward to the breakfast at this hotel but it wasn't nice. The tea was already made so you couldn't even choose your own teabag or flavour, it is dispensed from one of those machines you find at a conference which dispenses hot tea and coffee. So, there you have it. The plus-side is that the staff at this hotel are clearly nice and work hard but there are structural issues to what 'spending a night' is in this hotel and sadly, I won't be doing it again. In fact, I wasn't sure if 'Best Western' was a brand for me. After spending a night here, I'll never spend a night at a 'Best Western' again.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London Blackfriars Fleet Street Hotel; City: London England; Review: My stay at the Premier Inn was a very good one. Although I arrived quite late in the evening, I received a phone call from the hotel asking if everything was okay, which I thought was quite nice of them. When I walked into the hotel (literally 3 minutes from Blackfriars Tube Station), I was welcomed by a helpful member of staff who talked me through their computer check-in service. In a minute or two, I had my room number and check-in card. The bedroom is of good quality considering the location of the hotel. I was expecting it to be much smaller. The bed felt great and the power shower was a power shower. I had a good night sleep too. Breakfast was great and the place was empty (though I went for breakfast at about 6.45am!). Hash browns, eggs, tomatoes, fruits, continental stuff - it was all there and tasty! A good hotel, very close to the centre of London (you're one step away from Embankment) with a business feel and good-sized rooms.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London Stratford Hotel; City: London England; Review: I was in room 402, the room was terrible. The fixtures on the room were wobbly, the shower leaked and nearly sank the bathroom and there were no towels in my room! (I had to contact reception to get some, which they brought promptly). I did not like my visit at the Premier Inn - and I usually like Premier Inn hotels. I had breakfast which was okay but it was dangerously understaffed. This is not usually the norm in a Premier Inn. I counted two staff members when I had my breakfast at 7.00am and it was only getting busier. Also, have they ditched Premier Inn staff and gone with agency staff? The staff on breakfast were unprofessional and were gossiping about their lives in front of me. I don't care what your boyfriend said, love, I just want my breakfast! Not a nice start to the day. On checkout there was only one staff member on reception and I was kept waiting for someone ahead of me paying by card. Here's a suggestion: If you allow automatic check-in machines, what about automatic check-out ones? The location of the hotel is good. Westfield Stratford is next door to you, which is very nice! Stratford International is 10 foot steps away and Stratford Tube Station is a walk from one side of the Mall to the other. But the location isn't worth staying here. Go to another hotel. Won't stay here ever again and submitted an official complaint.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Nottingham City Centre Chapel Bar Hotel; City: Nottingham Nottinghamshire England; Review: Stayed here for two nights. Hotel is in a central location. The room was of a good size, the room was modern and the air-conditioning was quite and effective. The TV offers freeview but the channels are sorted by alphabetical order, how non-sensical. There were also channels missing for some reason. The bathroom was clean but the soap dispenser was nearing empty - I would expect it to be replaced. The power shower was good. I had dinner on the first night and I found the hotel to be understaffed. There were only 2 people on the front, looking after check-in, the bar, the restaurant and dealing with guest services in rooms. I did not feel the hotel was properly staffed. What if there was a fire-alarm? What if staff were preoccupied with guests in their rooms? In any case, it was a pleasant, if not deserted, stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel Dubai; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Booked an Executive Room at the Movenpick Ibn Battuta.Check-in was prompt. I have stayed at a number of executive lounges and this one was one of the worst. It is let down poorly by its staff. Let's start with Allan, anything you ask him is responded by a passive-aggressive answer. He has no hospitality skills. A man who so obviously hates his job shouldn't be front-and-centre of the executive lounge. He is often found comfortably staring at the computer screen which is fine but he shouldn't be near guests. He is very low energy and should be reassigned to accounting or something. Good luck on anyone asking you if you would like a cup of tea or coffee. Derrick, who works at the lounge, needs training in asking guests as they sit down if they would tea or coffee. It's not really acceptable for guests to be self-serving at a 5* hotel. I do not know what the standards are for getting into an executive lounge apart to say they appear not to have many. Children are allowed which ruins the ambience and atmosphere of the lounge and I saw guests in flip-flops! Mustapha made us feel very welcome with coffee and dates and the breakfast is quite nice too. He is an asset to the hotel. The rooms are nice and roomy, air-conditioning works and the TV has a large array of channels. A 5* hotel experience should begin and end with the words 'is there anything else I can get you?" Go elsewhere for the executive lounge experience, you'll be glad you did.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Abu Dhabi; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Stayed at the InterContinental Abu Dhabi for two nights with my entire family. We stayed in 'club' rooms which give you access to the InterContinental club lounge. We were there for a family holiday and to celebrate someone's birthday. Wonderfully, the lounge manager Jociell arranged for a cake and 'happy birthday' to be sung at evening canapes. It was lovely. Suffice to say, this is everything you expect from the InterContinental brand. The rooms are very nice and the amenities are luxurious. The one minor downside is that the shower-room show a bit of aging, but I can overlook that. The club lounge experience is immense. The 'High Tea' served in the afternoon is amongst the best I have ever experienced. Each day brought in new culinary delights and the staff were extremely attentive to our needs. The evening canapes were also delicious and every day brings new a theme. One day we had sushi, another day we had miniature hamburgers. All were delicious. The Chef, who has been there for 7 years from Kerala, is a master in his trade. Everyone at this hotel makes goes out there way to make you feel welcome and hospitable. This is luxury at a different level. The gym is excellent with good cardio and weights area. A special shout-out to Jociell, Mathai, Ryan, Eka, Jane and Mona for making our holiday extra-special. We're thinking about booking next year's resevations already.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Abu Dhabi International Airport Hotel; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Stayed for one night. Check-in was efficient but hardly friendly. The person checking me in, a lady, was possibly the most disinterested person in her job ever. Wasn't the the best first impression I got. The room was standard Premier Inn but the A/C takes a long time to cool a room. It's taken over a night to go from 25oC to 20oC, for those who like a cool bed, not so good. The toilet flush system kept on jamming which was annoying. The gym is average with standard cardio equipment and dumbbells up to 20kg. The breakfast was tasty and the Chef should be commended for cooking some good poached eggs. However, the layout is confusing. Management should look at the layout of the breakfast area again. It's a one-night only layover hotel. Don't stay any longer than that.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Year of Magical Thinking Playscript. Joan Didion; Author: Visit Amazon's Joan Didion Page; Review: A heartbreaker; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Widowed; Author: Visit Amazon's Joyce Brothers Page; Review: Amazing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It Must Have Been Moonglow: Reflections on the First Years of Widowhood; Author: Visit Amazon's Phyllis Greene Page; Review: Have purchased additional copies for many friends. Warms the heart.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Birdbaths and Paper Cranes: A Family Tale; Author: Visit Amazon's Sharon Randall Page; Review: I love her insight; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iPad All-in-One For Dummies; Author: Nancy C. Muir; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hello, Cupcake!: Irresistibly Playful Creations Anyone Can Make; Author: Visit Amazon's Karen Tack Page; Review: They loved it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Painting Flowers with Impact in Watercolor; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Collins Page; Review: I love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Beautiful Broken Shell: Words of Hope to Refresh the Soul; Author: Visit Amazon's Carol Hamblet Adams Page; Review: Warms your heart.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Widow To Widow: Thoughtful, Practical Ideas For Rebuilding Your Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Genevieve Davis Ginsburg Page; Review: Really helped me; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Watercolor Flower Artist's Bible: An Essential Reference for the Practicing Artist (Artist's Bibles); Author: Claire Brown; Review: Also good reference; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Guide to Watercolor; Author: Visit Amazon's Ray Smith Page; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Making Color Sing: Practical Lessons in Color and Design; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeanne Dobie Page; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Painting Watercolors (First Steps); Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Johnson Page; Review: Good; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Basic Flower Painting Techniques in Watercolor: Techniques in Watercolor (Basic Techniques); Author: Visit Amazon's Rachel Rubin Wolf Page; Review: Good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Watercolorist's Complete Guide to Color; Author: Visit Amazon's Tom Hill Page; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Creating Textures in Watercolor: A Guide to Painting 83 Textures from Grass to Glass to Tree Bark to Fur; Author: Visit Amazon's Cathy Johnson Page; Review: Very good instructions; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Watercolor Basics - Perspective Secrets; Author: Phil Metzger; Review: Nice; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Peanuts 1963-1964; Author: Visit Amazon's Charles M. Schulz Page; Review: He love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Watercolor Artist's Guide to Exceptional Color; Author: Visit Amazon's Jan Hart Page; Review: Helpful; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paint Charming Seaside Scenes With Acrylics; Author: Visit Amazon's Jacqueline Penney Page; Review: Good instructions; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Complete Peanuts: 1991-1992; Author: Charles Schulz; Review: Just what he wanted; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terry's Top Tips for Watercolour Artists; Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Harrison Page; Review: Good instructions; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trace & Paint Flowers; Author: Wendy Jelbert; Review: This book is perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 30 Minute Artist: Painting Flowers in Watercolour; Author: Visit Amazon's Fiona Peart Page; Review: Perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iLife '11: iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand (Apple Training Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Dion Scoppettuolo Page; Review: Used it a lot; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pages for iPad: Visual QuickStart Guide; Author: Visit Amazon's Nolan Hester Page; Review: Very Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broadway Presents! Teens' Musical Theatre Anthology: Male Edition: A Treasury of Songs from Stage &; Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa DeSpain Page; Review: Perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Simply Watercolor: Paint Techniques That Work Every Step of the Way (Quarto Book); Author: Joe Dowden; Review: Nice; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Watercolor Made Easy: Techniques for Simplifying the Painting Process; Author: Visit Amazon's Janet Walsh Page; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Watercolor Basics - Painting Flowers; Author: Visit Amazon's Sharon Hinckley Page; Review: good book; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Step-By-Step Guide to Painting Realistic Watercolors; Author: Visit Amazon's Dawn McLeod Heim Page; Review: OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Painting Greeting Cards in Watercolor; Author: Visit Amazon's Jacqueline Penney Page; Review: Very nice book; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Watercolor Flower Painter's A to Z: An Illustrated Directory of Techniques for Painting 50 Popular Flowers; Author: Visit Amazon's Adelene Fletcher Page; Review: 5 * 's for book but not as described, pristine, etc. but musty and a bit of mildew; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Color Mixing Recipes for Watercolor: Mixing recipes for more than 400 color combinations; Author: Visit Amazon's William F Powell Page; Review: Good reference book; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tulips in Watercolour (Ready to Paint); Author: Visit Amazon's Fiona Peart Page; Review: Love Fiona's books; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sea and Sky in Watercolour (Step-by-Step Leisure Arts); Author: Visit Amazon's Arnold Lowrey Page; Review: Good study; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Watercolor Artist's Flower Handbook: Leading Floral Artists Show How to Capture the Beauty of Flowers; Author: Visit Amazon's Patricia Seligman Page; Review: OK but a bit dated; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Painting Plant Portraits: A Step-By-Step Guide; Author: Keith West; Review: OK but a bit dated; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terry Harrison's Watercolour Flowers; Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Harrison Page; Review: A wonderful addition to my watercolor library; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort Spa; City: Honolulu Oahu Hawaii; Review: This hotel is fantastically located, the rooms (with a view) superb and the restaurants great and if staying on Waikiki again, would have no reservations about staying here. Two grouches however. #1 Reception can be a pain to find & likewise, if you've got tours organised, it takes a bit of work to find out where to meet etc. #2 The warning system. On the night of our arrival, there was a tsunami warning. The hotel sounded a siren and told us, in English and Japanese, that there was a hotel emergency and to stay in our rooms, away from windows and doors - no explanation, no other advice! Eventually found out, through TV and internet searches that the policy in such cases is for "vertical evacuation" and that on our floor, there wasn't much to worry about but none of this was explained so a few anxious hours and little sleep followed. Some simple information would have been most reassuring! On the plus side, we had a beautiful view of the beach and of the tsunami that didn't come.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; City: Hanoi; Review: After the hustle and bustle of Hanoi, the noise, the heat, and the mopeds, when you walk into the foyer of the Metropole, you can't help but sigh with pleasure. The setting is beautiful, the staff impeccable, and the history fascinating. We particularly enjoyed the tour of the bunkers under the hotel, a recently rediscovered legacy of the 1960"s. 'Would definitely love to stay here again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pullman Adelaide; City: Adelaide Greater Adelaide South Australia; Review: This is a comfortable, not overly flash, hotel in a great location. Staff are consistently courteous and friendly. It is close to major shopping areas and nice cafes and restaurants so overall it is a winner!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Handlery Union Square Hotel; City: San Francisco California; Review: The location of this hotel on Union Square is great - easy access to cable cars, trams, great shops etc and the rooms are very comfortable. The concierge is very helpful and the garage guys are good. On the other hand, I found myself angry and frustrated with reception staff both at check in and check out, finding them condescending and unhelpful. The $42 per day parking fee, which we were not warned of was steep - if we're in SF again, we will return the hire car first! Breakfast is laughable with a half hour wait for a choice of one drink and a very basic meal. So overall my feelings are mixed - I'd probably stay there again but with very modified expectations!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The View Hotel; City: Monument Valley Utah; Review: This hotel is so very beautifully located on a ridge overlooking the iconic mesa of Monument Valley. All bedrooms, the lobby and the dining room face east so they all have magnificent views of the valley and at dawn that is something really worth getting up for. The decor is simple but elegant with a Navajo tradition and the restaurant serves Navajo influenced dishes. Staying here is a brilliant experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza London Kensington; City: London England; Review: I returned to stay at Crowne Plaza Kensington and once again congratulated myself on the choice! The hotel is fairly small and cosy, the staff are helpful and knowledgeable and the hotel's one restaurant is pleasant without being flash. Where this hotel excels though, is with location. It is on Cromwell Rd and within easy walking distance of the Natural History and Victoria & Albert Museums. It is diagonally opposite Gloucester Rd tube station - on District, Circle and Piccadilly lines - so it is really easy to get to ... well just about everywhere! Overall it is a fantastic base from which to explore London and beyond!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Lompoc; City: Lompoc California; Review: Another reliable Holiday Inn Express. The service was good, the room was clean and very comfortable, and the standard express breakfast included. The hotel provides a list of the wide choice of eateries which are a short drive away.We found this an excellent stop for our drive from Las Vegas to San Francisco.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Phoenix Downtown; City: Phoenix Arizona; Review: Another reliable Holiday Inn Express! The room was larger and more comfortable than some others and the service better with friendly and very helpful front desk staff. Best to have a car or be prepared to walk for a nice dinner.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Grand Canyon; City: Tusayan Arizona; Review: Our first experience of the express version of Holiday Inn & it's express, plastic plate bulk bought breakfast. The service is reliable. The room good, clean and comfortable - little bathroom though! The best thing about this hotel though is its location. Tusayan is a brilliant base for exploring the Grand Canyon. The regular shuttle bus stops just across the road or it's a short drive (but beware some dodgy drivers!). There are lots of decent eateries within easy walking distance. We were really glad we stayed here rather than in Grand Canyon Village.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mona Pavilions; City: Berriedale Glenorchy Greater Hobart Tasmania; Review: For a first visit to MONA, it was fantastic to be able to stay and savour the experience. The pavilions are built high above the river, with beautiful views from sitting area, balcony and bathroom. Inside they are gorgeous with notable art, comfortable dining and sitting areas and a well appointed little kitchen. The bathroom is lovely - warmed floor tiles, generous bath and shower and opulent Aesop toiletries. Staff and champagne are welcoming and a delicious breakfast was included. This was a wonderfully indulgent experience worth repeating!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quest Schaller Hotel Bendigo; City: Bendigo Greater Bendigo Victoria; Review: This place is gorgeous - in my sister-in-law's words - it's hip! Sleek, arty, colourful, and cosy. The rooms are compact but all you need - except maybe if you're very tall? Breakfast at The Pantry was simple but again all you need. If something is on in town, I suspect this is where the pretty people will stay - certainly that was the case for the Bedigo Writers Festival!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Telegraaf; City: Tallinn Harju County; Review: It was wonderful to stay in the Old, Unesco Heritage-listed Town of Tallinn and especially lovely to stay in this gracious but very comfortable hotel. It is superbly located within an easy walk of the Town Square and lots of terrific restaurants - be sure to book as they get busy. The hotel restaurant is superb for breakfast and dinner. I would be delighted to stay here again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Boathouse; City: Opua Bay of Islands Northland Region North Island; Review: This is a gorgeous, bright, airy, welcoming apartment, sitting over the water. The kitchen is very well appointed but if you don't feel like cooking for yourself, at the General Store, two minutes walk away, you can get takeaway pizza and a good cup of coffee. Opua is quieter than some other towns in the Bay of Islands but it is a beautiful, peaceful base for exploring the region.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort; City: Pauanui Coromandel Peninsula Waikato Region North Island; Review: This is a very pretty resort, very pretty and very hilly! The single chalets give a sense of tranquility and peace but if you've got a lot of luggage or you're not feeling fit, you may need to wait for staff with a buggy or choose somewhere else. While there is no wifi in the chalets, there is a lovely warm, welcoming lobby area where wifi works well.The resort restaurant served excellent food but unfortunately my pleasure was marred by an incredibly inattentive waiter. Overall, though my experience was mixed, I enjoyed my stay here in the very beautiful forest setting.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chateau Tongariro Hotel; City: Whakapapa Tongariro National Park Manawatu Wanganui Region Nort; Review: I was delighted by my stay at Chateau Tongariro, my only regret being that it wasn't longer. My room was not overly large and didn't have much of a view, which encouraged me to take advantage of the gracious lounge, with the nostalgia-inducing pianist. I was pleased to have arrived in time to see sunset reflected over nearby Mt Ruapehu and Mt Tongariro and I loved the opportunity to walk in beautiful, beautiful, World Heritage listed, Tongariro National Park.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Love in the Time of Cholera (Penguin Great Books of the 20th Century); Author: Visit Amazon's Gabriel Garcia Marquez Page; Review: expanded my vocabulary. good historical perspective.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: St. Nick; Author: Visit Amazon's Alan Russell Page; Review: Loved it, going through the Russell books!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Multiple Wounds; Author: Visit Amazon's Alan Russell Page; Review: Russell weaves a fine tale; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guardians of the Night (A Gideon and Sirius Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Alan Russell Page; Review: Love all Russell novels; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: This Too Shall Pass: A Novel; Author: Milena Busquets; Review: a long short story; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jane Steele; Author: Visit Amazon's Lyndsay Faye Page; Review: Was pretty good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heart of Glass: A Memoir; Author: Visit Amazon's Wendy Lawless Page; Review: plodded along; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Healer; Author: Visit Amazon's Ellin Carsta Page; Review: The story line was good, could have been more eloquently written - however, it was translated from German, translation may not have been as eloquent as native tongue.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taking Liberty (Gabe Quinn Thriller #3) (Gabe Quinn Thrillers); Author: Visit Amazon's Keith Houghton Page; Review: good Gabe Quinn; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Object Lessons: A Novel (Ballantine Reader's Circle); Author: Visit Amazon's Anna Quindlen Page; Review: pleasant, flows, nice vocabulary; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black and Blue; Author: Visit Amazon's Anna Quindlen Page; Review: sad topic; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black & Blue (BookShots); Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: sad topic; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I'll Take You There: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Wally Lamb Page; Review: Enjoyable and different. Pleasant, somewhat thought provoking. Likable main character. Interesting side characters. I Would read another book by this author.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Black Diamond Unisex Hollowpoint; Brand: Black Diamond; Review: It is minimalist. All loading is done from the top. It does have a small zipper opening on the front with pen pockets and clip. Materials and zippers are of great quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenda K838 Slick Wire Bead Bicycle Tire, Blackwall, 26-Inch x 1.95-Inch; Brand: Kenda; Review: Slipped these on my comuter bike and I could tell the rolling resistance difference. They corner well also. Mud or sand? Not so good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AIM Sports .45 Degree Picatinny Rail Mount; Brand: AIM Sports; Review: The first time this was tightened up the side clamp bent like a junk car at the auto crusher. Don't bother.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Alpen Optics PRO 10x25 wide angle compact Binocular; Brand: Alpen Optics; Review: I over stretched myself with my home loan. I got a NINJA loan. You know. No-Income-No-Job-Approved!!!!! The house I bought was so big I had to get this binos to see the clock on the wall across the living room. They also work for watching to see if anyone is coming to evict me since my driveway is 1/4 of a mile long. Nobody has come for over a year of not making payments so I do not watch for that much anymore. Now if they would extent that 99 weeks of unemployment all would be good. Not really. I use these on ATV rides into the Rocky Mountains. They are clear and bright. Very light weight. Focus is easy and fast. Great beat around set.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Como Cycling Ring Loud Black Plastic Horn Electric Bell for Bicycle Bike; Brand: ; Review: It big. Its dorky. Its finish is chunky. It is not loud. The loudest noise around this blob was the laughter of someone selling to to me. It sure is not water proof. It is junk.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: UTG Model 4/AR15 4 & 5 Prong A1/A2 Dual Front Sight Tool; Brand: UTG; Review: Perfect size and shape for my air soft m4. It might work on a real firearm but I do not own any so I could not test it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wide Angle Lens for MagicShine, Gemini, and many other Bike Lights / Headlight. Includes O-Ring; Brand: ACTION LED LIGHTS; Review: When installed mine was lose and flopped to and fro making me re-live the days of Disco while riding my bike. Man, I hate Disco.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Safariland 568 Custom Fit Paddle STX Plain Finish Beretta 92, Colt 1911 Holster; Brand: Safariland; Review: I bought this for under cover Air-soft operations and for this it works. It is ugly in an ugly kind of way. the paddle is comfortable so I don't have to look at releaving the ugliness. It is lined with suade to protect the finish of my Tokyo Master Elite II Nitrite Polymeric Titanium Special Forces S.E.A.L Limited Single 1911. It has both belt slide and paddle equipment.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MTM PST-11 Predator Shooting Table; Brand: MTM; Review: Crap with 4 legs. This table will sag in the middle 10 minutes after setting it up. Even with nothing on it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sunterra 109006 Small Fountain Pump, 75 GPH, Black; Brand: Sunterra; Review: Great pump! It was easy to set up and really works great. The adjustment comes in very handy if you don't need to spray water everywhere. I'm using mine in a small outdoor fountain with a old coffee filter turned upside down to keep junk from getting in the pump and it works great. I replaced another pump with this one. Well worth the price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beckett M60AUL Pond Fountain Pump, 90 GPH; Brand: Beckett Corporation; Review: Brought this to replace a Sunterra that went belly up when someone jarred the water tube to the top bowl loose and emptied the fountain onto the ground. Of course this blew the pump. I found this pump to work fairly well. As with most small under water pumps like this, it has an adjustable flow control. I found mine worked better with out it so I removes that item. In my case, I have the pump in a small outdoor fountain which has a tendency to get leaves and other items in it, so I've jury rigged a small plastic coffee filter to servce as a filter to keep junk out of the pump and this works pretty good. After the older pump was burnt out, I changed to a more simplified set up without the connecting tube and so the water exits out the top of the pump and hits a defector which causes it to fall back into the fountain without a lot of splashing. Works great. I was used to the Sunterrs's intake adjustment which is different from this pump, but after using this one, have found that being able to remove that adjustment item really works pretty good. A great small fountain pump!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Extech 401014 Big Digit Indoor/Outdoor Thermometer; Brand: Extech; Review: Good indoor outdoor thermometer. The only thing I noticed was that the digits are slightly less wide then the old Taylor I had but they are really easy to see.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Perky-Pet 325S Panorama Bird Feeder; Brand: Perky-Pet; Review: This feeder was just like another feeder I had which liked. I like this one better. It's color was a better match for where I was hanging it and therefore blended in better than the older feeder it replaced. I had a grey feeder but it finally got wore up enough where it had to be replaced. The old feeder had a larger flatter top then the new one but the high dome on the top makes it easier to fill and it seems to fit better than the larger top I had on the old one. Also I noted the tube that leads to the bottom section's storage area seems longer and allows more seed to be placed in the top area. Overall, I really like this new feeder better than the old one it replaced. Update 12/18/14 Given the type of stuff this feeder is made of and how it goes together, I was surprised at how well it has held up. My use of it is a bit different than most peoples I think. I use it to attract the squirrels AWAY FROM my birdseed feeders. What I fill this feeder up with is sunflower seeds which the squirrels seem to love, so they go after this feeder. Since that's the case, it lasting this long is a real plus. Also, this means you don't have to worry about taking it apart to fill it as you can use the hole where the wire runs down to fill the both chambers. What I have found out is that raccoons can be attracted to it and raid the sunflower seeds. (A family of them can rise hell with a feeder and really tear it apart!) The only solution to this I've found short of going after the raccoons, is to pull this feeder in at night as that's when they try to get at it. I'll be needed to get another one as I had a raccoon raid tonight before I got the feeder in and they cut it down and tore the bottom off it and I was only able to fix it by making it a single story feeder. Still like the feeder for what I'm using it for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Perky-Pet Copper Panorama Bird Feeder 312C; Brand: Perky-Pet; Review: Have the two two-story versions of this feeder and as I was replacing an older feeder in the side yard decided to check this one out. As in the double decker style, this feeder is easy to fill and has a pretty good size cover that offers fair protection against water getting on the birdseed. It has a good perch for the birds around the bottom and although it's center portion is plastic, it's pretty solid. The only real problem I've encountered with these feeders is the way they fasten the top down to keep squirrels and such out. The top has a spring loader push button that pushes against the hanging wire to keep the top from being raised. While this may sound like a good way to keep the top down, it isn't as the squirrels and raccoons can, by pushing on the top raise it up, allow them to wedge their nose in and push up the top and get to the feed. It's a bit of a puzzle why the manufacturers didn't consider a tab slot on the underside of the top as they have tabs on the top of the feeder to snap it into a two story type feeder. It seemed to me it would easy to do this and that would solve the animals sliding up the top. Besides this, it's a very nice feeder and I have had a number of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motomco 008-32345 Tomcat Rat And Mouse Bait Pellet, 10 lb; Brand: Motomco; Review: Well, I needed a replacement for the D-Con bait trays that have been discontinued at my local food store and replacement with an item that the mice seem to avoid as if it had blinking lights on it that said, "STAY AWAY FROM THIS! At any rate, I had some small boxes about the same size as the old D-Con used to come in and I filled these up and spread them around my trailer. Since I have no house pets, that wasn't an issue with me. After about a week, I've noted the mice seem to have sort of gone and I've not seen any signs of activity around the trailer for awhile. We'll see if this becomes the normal situation or not. It seems to be working at this time. We'll see.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AcuRite 02032 Pro Weather Station with PC Connect, 5-in-1 Weather Sensor and My AcuRite Remote Monitoring App; Brand: AcuRite; Review: I brought this weather system to replace a old Taylor system that wasn't being made any more. I liked that system, but the outside sensor would go bad and give bad temp readings after a time and have to be replaced. This system seems a bit better to me as you can buy the outdoor sensor and display items "stand alone" so if one goes bad it can be replaced and you don't have to buy the whole system again. I got it in a timely manner and the setup was easy to complete and get up and running. The only real problems I had were with the PC software and the batteries for the outdoor sensor. First on the batteries. I discovered a fact that I should have know, but some how I forgot. Place ALL NEW batteries in a system when you replace batteries! The outdoor unit requires four (4) AA batteries either Lithium or Alkaline. I had four Lithium and used them BUT I didn't have a new set but two of the batteries had been used before but showed good so I went ahead and used them....a mistake as I later learned. I got the outside sensor up and mounted on top of my pole where I had the old system's outdoor sensor. (I had decided not to pull the old system down yet as I still have a spare outdoor sensor for it and wanted to used it as long as possible due to the number of indoor receiving stations it serves.) Anyway, I got the pole back up after getting a signal on the indoor unit that indicated that it was receiving the outdoor sensor's signal OK. I then installed the display receiver in my computer room about 60 feet from the outdoor sensor. (It is inside a trailer, but the display inside seemed to pick up the signal OK.) I then installed the software for the Underground Weather on a i3 computer running Win 10 Pro. The only problem I ran into with that was the way the software loads. It loads at startup and if you closed the on screen display with the (X) it shuts the item down instead of sinking it to the tray as I thought it would. This is not a major problem for me as this computer is a back up for use when my other systems are tied up. The software worked mostly as it was suppose to but I never was able to get full functionality out of it, but this was a minor thing for me as the outdoor and indoor items were what I really wanted anyway. Then I ran into trouble. My indoor sensor stopped showing a solid signal from the outdoor sensor. As the temps changed, the signal would go up and down. (It would drop off when the outside temps went up and come back on at night when the temps dropped off. At first I checked the indoor display as that was what I ran into on my old system when; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AcuRite 06016 Add-On Display for 5-in-1 Weather Sensors (sensor not included); Brand: AcuRite; Review: Got this so as to have a display in my bedroom. Set up was a breeze and it locked on to the outdoor device's signal without a problem. Had to get used to the slight difference between the displays but these were minor. (I did miss the extra items such as being able to move thru the high index, wind chill, and dew point item, but this were minor things. These are automated on this display based on temp instead of having them available on a front panel button.) Since this was in my bedroom, which is all the way to the back of the trailer from where my computers are, I decided to not connect this display to the computer. I have an extender and it provided a really solid signal to this display. I plan on placing at least two more of these in the Living Room and the Kitchen. A good buy for me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AcuRite 06052M Remote Battery Pack for 5-in-1 Weather Sensors; Brand: AcuRite; Review: Having this item makes replacing the batteries for the outdoor unit vary easy. In my case, I have a back porch and have the sensor about 20 feet in the air which makes the outdoor unit stick up about 5 feet above my trailer. This item's 30 foot cord reaches far enough for me to just get it just inside the back door and makes it really easy to swap out used batteries for new ones. Not having to pull down the sensor really is nice since the old system I had required a reset each time I had to replace the batteries and all this one requires is getting solar panel facing right. A really good buy and well worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gray Bunny GB-6833 Heavy Duty Extended Reach Wall Mounted Deck Hook/Wall Pole, 49 Inch, Black, Wall Bracket for Bird; Brand: Gray Bunny; Review: I needed a hanger for a bird feeder I wanted to hang next to a side yard sunflower feeder I had. It had to be mounted on an existing pole that didn't have any items to fix it to. I needed an on-the-pole type mount that would stay put when a bunch of squirrels or raccoons would try to get to the feeder. I really didn't realize how long or big this hanger really was until I received it. It came with a good mounting bracket, screws, and anchors for mounting into a stone type wall. I didn't need the anchors and noted that the screws were not long enough to give a good solid anchor for the hanging pole. I had some longer anchoring type screws that proved to work better as mounting screws. I got the mounting done and found that the hanger pole was a bit longer than I expected but this didn't prove to be a problem. I noted that the pole was long enough and strong enough to easily hole the feeder I wanted to hang on it. I also noted that the pole was large enough and angled enough that it would prevent the squirrels and raccoons from easily getting to the bird seed. After getting it put up, and found that it worked out really well. I noted that the birds had easy access to the feeder and it worked out really well for me. I really good buy....; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Reef Men's Swellular Cushion Lux Sandal; Brand: ; Review: Did not look as nice in person. Snug fit as well.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Danskin Women's Triathlon Solid 7" Bike Short; Brand: ; Review: Poor quality. Thin material; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Timberland Pro Women's Renova Water Lilies Clog; Brand: ; Review: Love this shoe. So comfortable and great support for working long hours on your feet. I normally would buy a "flashy" print on a shoe but they are growing on me and look nice on!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thomas and Friends 3D Trick-or-Treat Pail; Brand: Rubie's; Review: cheaply made, comes apart easy. Looks like pictue.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ahnu Women's Montara Waterproof Boot; Brand: Ahnu; Review: Fit as expected. Ive had issues since purchasing them with comfort on long hikes. Maybe I got a bad pair but they are not comfortable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Levi's Men's 559 Relaxed Straight Fit Jean; Brand: ; Review: Fit as expected. Comfortable and they look nice. The darker color looks very nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: var aPageStart = (new Date()).getTime(); var ue_t0=ue_t0||+new Date(); window.ue_ihb = (window.ue_ihb || window.ueinit || 0) + 1; if (window.ue_ihb; Brand: ; Review: Fit as expected. Comfortable and they look nice. The darker color looks very nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Levi's Men's 559 Relaxed Straight Fit Jean; Brand: ; Review: Fit as expected. Comfortable and they look nice. The darker color looks very nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Womens 5 Pairs Winter Wool Socks Cold Weather Soft Warm Thick Knit Casual Crew Socks; Brand: Loritta; Review: Love these. Purchased for gift bags and put a pair in each. Nice quality and colors. The individual packaging on each pair of socks makes it perfect for gifting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubie's Paw Patrol 3D Chase Candy Catcher Child Costume, Small; Brand: Rubie's; Review: Love the costume. Shirt sizing is very versatile My toddler has a big head so the hat was a bit snug. Otherwise LOVE it! The candy pouch was a big hit..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubie's Paw Patrol 3D Marshall Candy Catcher Child Costume, Toddler; Brand: Rubie's; Review: Fits great on my 3.5yo. The size is so versatile since there is no legs. LOVE the candy pouch. HUGE hit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Salomon Kids' Xa Pro 3D J Trail Running Shoe; Brand: Salomon; Review: Good quality kids shoe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Blue and the Gray VHS; Brand: Stacy Keach; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes Collection VHS; Brand: Charlton Heston; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King of Kings VHS; Brand: Jeffrey Hunter; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur VHS; Brand: Charlton Heston; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Love Lucy: Season 1, Vol.6; Brand: Lucille Ball; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Band Of Brothers (DVD); Brand: Damian Lewis; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Andy Griffith Show - The Complete First Season; Brand: Andy Griffith; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terminator, The; Brand: Arnold Schwarzenegger; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M*A*S*H - Season Nine; Brand: Alan Alda; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M*A*S*H - Season Ten; Brand: Alan Alda; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gettysburg / Gods and Generals; Brand: Various; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Galapagos; Brand: Tilda Swinton; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones: The Complete Adventures (Raiders of the Lost Ark / Temple of Doom / Last Crusade; Brand: Harrison Ford; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather Collection; Brand: Marlon Brando; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky: The Undisputed Collection; Brand: Sylvester Stallone; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waltons, The: S6; Brand: Ralph Waite; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Live in Vienna Pal/Region 0; Brand: ; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild China; Brand: Wild China; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waltons: Season 8; Brand: Michael Learned; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waltons; Brand: Ralph Waite; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nature's Great Events Region Free; Brand: David Attenborough; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waltons Movie Collection: (A Wedding on Walton's Mountain / Mother's Day / A Day for Thanks; Brand: Various; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Americas National Treasures: The Complete 12 Volume Series; Brand: Bo Svenson; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Human Planet; Brand: ; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leave It To Beaver: 20 Timeless Classics; Brand: Jerry Mathers; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waltons: Season 5; Brand: Richard Thomas; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Band of Brothers(Elite SC/BD+DCExp12-21); Brand: Various; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Civil War Journal - The Commanders; Brand: Brian Pohanka; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Close to Jesus; Brand: Maria Grazia Cucinotta; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elvis Presley - Elvis: Rare Moments With The King/King of Entertainment 2-pk; Brand: Elvis Presley; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elvis Has Left The Building; Brand: Kim Basinger; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Chopper The Series - The Third Season; Brand: Paul Teutul Sr.; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dog the Bounty Hunter - The Best of Season 1 and Season 2; Brand: Duane 'Dog' Chapman; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M*A*S*H: Season 7; Brand: Alan Alda; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Protecting the King; Brand: Matt Barr; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elvis-Viva Las Vegas; Brand: ; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Expedition: Africa; Brand: Benedict Allen; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Discovery Atlas; Brand: James Spader; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean Odyssey: The Blue Realm; Brand: None; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indian Summer/Heartbreak Hotel; Brand: David Keith; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Picture Perfect HD Hawaii; Brand: -; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Medal of Honor; Brand: Kevin R Hershberger; Review: 1; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Heritage Hotel Antique Split; City: Split Split Dalmatia County Dalmatia; Review: Our family of six had an outstanding experience at this hotel. The staff are friendly and gracious. The location is outstanding in the heart of the old city. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. Our only regret is we arrived late day from the lakes and wish we had more time. The hotel is in a unique spot - walking only so if you arrive via rental car inquire in advance how to park and locate the hotel. They were very accommodating at check out- driving us and our luggage to the ferry in the electric golf cart. We would highly recommend this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort; City: Hvar Hvar Island Split Dalmatia County Dalmatia; Review: The hotel is very large with a wonderful pool area. We are a large family and after a week touring through Europe our children enjoyed the pool and slide. Since the hotel can accommodate hundreds of guests, they are fully staffed and efficiently move you through check in and breakfast. The hotel has a van that meets you at the ferry and transports your luggage to the lobby. You can then walk through town up hill to the hotel. It is convenient to the old city sites and restaurants. Friday and Saturday days and nights draw a party crowd. Weekdays are more family oriented. The hotel has not been renovated since 2007 and the HVAC systems along with the common areas show wear and could use a refurbishment. The rooms are small but comfortable, however also in need of a renovation. If you must have a pool and enjoy the "large resort hotel" experience, this is the best option in Hvar.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Chandler; City: Chandler Arizona; Review: Everything you could expect from a Suites hotel. Friendly helpful staff, clean and well appointed rooms, a nice exercise room and numerous spaces outside to sit and relax. If Business or personal travel bring you to Chandler I would definitely recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boca Raton Resort A Waldorf Astoria Resort; City: Boca Raton Florida; Review: We hold a business event here annually and the hotel and staff always do a great job. The rooms are excellent, the meeting rooms and food and beverage are wonderful and the staff go out of here way to provide top notch customer service. The families and couples there on vacation all looked like they were having a great time enjoying the pools and the beach.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Art otel Amsterdam; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: Family of 6 requiring three rooms stayed three nights at the Art’Ortel. A very convenient location just a 4 minute walk from the central train station. Very manageable with suitcases. It is a large hotel but they manage breakfast well. Plenty of seating. They also have a large bar area to relax. The actual check in area is small and can get crowded at peak times. The rooms were clean and spacious. The customer service was friendly and helpful. The location is convenient but definitely right in the thick of things so it can be very crowded on the street in front of the hotel and loud in the evening. Walking distance to Joordan and Dam areas.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Amigo; City: Brussels; Review: Our family of six arrived near midnight after a flight to Brussels. We were tired and a bit cranky. We were greeted with a smile, our luggage was whisked away and we were quickly delivered to our rooms. The hotel rooms are comfortable and well appointed. The bed super comfortable. We collapsed and had a great night sleep. The next morning, too early!, we wanted to train to Brugges. The concierge was very helpful in explaining the process and in making dinner reservations for our return. On our departure they arranged for a van and managed our luggage. An excellent stay and we would highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Loren at Pink Beach; City: Tucker s Town St George s Parish Bermuda; Review: Fabulous. Stunning travertine patio, brilliant pool, pink beach and blue ocean waters are the backdrop for an incredible Bermuda stay. This boutique hotel has well appointed guest rooms with crisp modern finishes. We had a two bedroom suite for our family of six and as our week came to a close no one wanted to leave. The only possible experience that could surpass the accommodations and landscape are the people. The hotel staff are incredibly courteous, and seem to have your complete satisfaction as their mission. During our stay we enjoyed a lunch and a dinner at the casual Pink Beach Club. Our meals, including a delicious burger and chicken tenders for the kids, were fresh and tasty. The local fish of the day and filet were prepared exactly to our liking. The concierge arranged great tables at a series of divine local restaurants and taxis were procured as if by magic. I am almost reluctant to write this review for fear that the Loren will become too popular!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Langham Boston; City: Boston Massachusetts; Review: I always try and book the Langham when in Boston on business. This time my spouse was able to join me. It was very enlightening to have a fresh perspective on a hotel I have become so comfortable spending time in. From the moment you enter the lobby and are greeted with a smile through the classic and well appointed rooms, the comfortable bar, to the efficient departure, the Langham is a must for those staying in Boston for business or pleasure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Dan Post Men's Milwaukee 13" Western Boot; Brand: Dan Post; Review: Good quality but not a true B width. Somewhat large.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dan Post Men's Milwaukee 13" Western Boot; Brand: Dan Post; Review: Good quality but not a true B width. Somewhat large.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dan Post Men's Milwaukee 13" Western Boot; Brand: Dan Post; Review: Good quality but not a true B width. Somewhat large.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dan Post Men's Milwaukee 13" Western Boot; Brand: Dan Post; Review: Good quality but not a true B width. Somewhat large.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Danner Men's Quarry Logger GTX Work Boot; Brand: Danner; Review: Danner has a winner here. Very comfortable footbed and immediate break-in...; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Philips D2R CrystalVision ultra Authentic Xenon HID Headlight Bulb, 2 Pack; Brand: Philips; Review: These headlights are great, but as far as a huge change I don't see a lot of difference just brighter; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dodge RAM Pickup Replacement Tail Light Assembly (LED Black) - 1-Pair; Brand: AutoLightsBulbs; Review: These tail lights look really good on my truck and work great. Took only about 15 mins to install. I gave them 4 stars because one side wouldnt stay in the grommet so I had to wrap some electrical tape around the prong to make it stay pushed in all the way. After that it was in good shape; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philips H11 CrystalVision ultra Upgrade Headlight Bulb (Pack of 2); Brand: Philips Automotive Lighting; Review: These headlights are great, but as far as a huge change I don't see a lot of difference just brighter; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HELLA 005750941 500FF Series Driving Lamp Kit; Brand: HELLA; Review: Great product at an affordable price. These lights get the job done. Theyre not as good as Led but Im a fan of the look of the older style lights. Everyone is going to the led light bars which are great but I choose to do something different. With Hella you cant go wrong with quality!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Master Power Window Switch 901448 for Dodge Ram 2002-2010 Window Switch; Brand: Issyzone; Review: Works great, fits like it should I had no issues; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CUTEQUEEN TRADING 2PCS 50W 6Ohm LED Load Resistors for LED Turn Signal Lights or LED License Plate Lights or DRL; Brand: Cutequeen; Review: Works like they should, I have no complaints; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maxpow 2 Pcs Hood Lift Supports Struts SG314036 Compatible With 2002-2007 DODGE Ram; Brand: Maxpow; Review: Just wanted to say wow!! These things are great after proping up my hood up for so long with a broom handle its so nice to just raise the hood and boom its up. The delivery was quick and the installation was super easy as well it only took like 15 mins. I highly recommend these they are made really well and I am pleased; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auto Ventshade 94623 Original Ventvisor Side Window Deflector Dark Smoke, 4-Piece Set for 2002-2008 Dodge Ram; Brand: Auto Ventshade; Review: These window shades look and work great. I applied these to my 02 Extended Cab Dodge Ram. They were easy to apply and the adhesive tape holds really strong. The only issue I had was trying to apply the rear shades to the rear doors. I could not ever seem to get the alignment just right but Im sure it was an error on my part not the product. Over all these work and perform really well!! I highly recommend them :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bully BBS-2331 Black Bull Series Gas Door Cover; Brand: Bully; Review: Loving the look the installation was a breeze took like a minute to slap on; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Xprite Gen 3 Amber Yellow 36 LED 18 Watts High Intensity Law Enforcement Emergency Hazard Warning LED Mini Bar Strobe; Brand: Xprite; Review: Hello, Im in the lawn care business so Im on and off the side of the road all the time so I needed something that was dependable and bright. So far so good this thing has worked great. Ive read other reviews from people about this light and they had said that it will hold up to 40 mph speeds with the magnet but Ive been well above that speed even up to 70 mph. Its held up perfect no sliding around or nothing. If your looking for a good caution light this is the way to go. The cord is plenty of length and all functions work great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wagner ThermoQuiet MX967A Semi-Metallic Disc Pad Set With Installation Hardware, Rear; Brand: Wagner; Review: They work fit and function great; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wagner ThermoQuiet MX966B Semi-Metallic Disc Pad Set With Installation Hardware, Front; Brand: Wagner; Review: Brake pads work good and i haven't noticed any issue with squilling. They fit perfect and are good quality; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Hidden in Plain View (Love Inspired Suspense); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Burke Page; Review: I do not normally look for books pertaining to a specific religion but I was given this book by a friend and thoroughly enjoyed it. The characters were well defined and the plot had enough suspense to give it interest and I learned more about the Amish through this book . I have visited an Amish community but this book gave more insight into the beliefs they have. It was a good story while incorporating all of the information. It was a nice love story with its many challenges as well as the suspense of a good book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Midnight Caller (Love Inspired Suspense); Author: Visit Amazon's Diane Burke Page; Review: very good book and suspenseful, when you think you know the killer you find out you are wrong. surprise ending. I would definitely recommend this book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Husband's Secret; Author: Visit Amazon's Liane Moriarty Page; Review: good story line with surprise ending you won't see coming; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rescuing Sprite: A Dog Lover's Story of Joy and Anguish; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark R. Levin Page; Review: very good and touching story for dog lovers; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magic Hour: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristin Hannah Page; Review: xcellent book that delves into the psyche of a child found in the woods with a pet wolf book was like new; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper; Author: Visit Amazon's Phaedra Patrick Page; Review: enjoyable book entertaining and was in excellent condition when I got it; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Diadora Team Bag; Brand: Diadora; Review: Nice!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Slim Straight-Fit Work Pant Stain & Wrinkle Resistant; Brand: ; Review: Better to ruin these while you are looking sharp than to kill a $40.00 plus pair of nice Levi's!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wacoal Women's Full Figure Basic Beauty Underwire Bra; Brand: ; Review: Great support without the puffy boobs. A little nipple when it gets chilly, but hey it is 2014.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Levi's Men's 514 Straight Fit Jean; Brand: ; Review: 514s are great for all ages. No Obama grandma pants!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MID627 Steel-Toe Work Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I bought these New Balance steel toes at the beginning of May, 2014. 4 months into daily use, the seams behind the steel toe tore wide open. I was amazed when I went to return the defective product and Amazon stated 30 days after purchase only! I know...read the return policy...but 30 days? Is that how long shoes should last? Not cool, Amazon.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: PHOENIX VITAL LIFE WLLW Womens Long Sleeve Scoop Neck Blouse Geometric Print Henley Tee Shirt; Brand: WLLW; Review: Loved it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rothco Mock Turtleneck; Brand: Rothco; Review: Cant beat the price. No shrinking!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Dow closes 300 points higher on new trade deal with China; Abstract: Stocks ended higher Friday after President Donald Trump said China and the U.S. reached the first phase of a substantial trade deal that delays tariff hikes that were set to kick in next week.; Category: finance
Title: Something fishy happened in that Texans-Chiefs call; Abstract: There was no pool report, no video from Al Riveron. And there likely will be no public admission regarding the conversation(s) that resulted in a key defensive pass interference foul being wiped out in the Texans-Chiefs game. But something fishy happened, as evidenced by the images broadcast by CBS. It occurred with the Chiefs leading [more]; Category: sports
Title: Tom Brady on GHS indicates he won't lobby for Rob Gronkowski return; Abstract: Ever since Rob Gronkowski announced his retirement last March, there's been speculation the tight end could return as early as this season. Given the Patriots' offensive struggles, that buzz has re-surfaced over the last few weeks, especially when Gronkowski himself hasn't completely shut down the possibility of him one day returning. Many have said Tom Brady could be one to convince the tight end to return, but appearing The Greg Hill Show...; Category: sports
Title: Cardinals pitching coach casually hits two holes-in-one during pre-Game 3 golf round; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Aqib Talib being placed on IR for second straight season; Abstract: The veteran cornerback is heading to the IR with a rib injury.; Category: sports
Title: Report: Patriots signing former Jets/Giants tight end; Abstract: A day after New England reportedly reached a deal to re-sign veteran Ben Watson, the team is apparently adding another tight end to its mix. According to NFL Network the Patriots are signing former Giants and Jets tight end Eric Tomlinson. This comes after veteran tight end Matt LaCosse limped off the field following New England's game last Thursday night and is reportedly dealing with a knee injury, leaving second-year player Ryan Izzo as the...; Category: sports
Title: NASCAR driver's car got flipped over and then stuck the landing in wild wreck at Talladega; Abstract: Brendan Gaughan had the best reaction to getting flipped.; Category: sports
Title: Volkswagen postpones final decision on Turkey plant; Abstract: Volkswagen postpones final decision on Turkey plant: spokesman; Category: finance
Title: 'Dejuiced' or not, Yankees baffled by these playoff baseballs in Game 3; Abstract: Science says the postseason ball is different than the regular season baseball, which was different than the 2018 ball, and so on, stretching back to 2015. MLB says, and this is a exceptionally rough paraphrase: Shut up nerds, everything is fine ... y'all tripping. Brett Gardner almost tripped over himself in the fourth inning trying to track down a fly ball. He wildly misread the ...; Category: sports
Title: Patriots reportedly host 3 fullbacks for workouts; Abstract: With James Develin and Jakob Johnson on injured reserve, the Patriots are taking a look at some available fullbacks. According to ESPN's Mike Reiss, the team hosted TE/FB Orson Charles, FB Ricky Ortiz and RB/FB George Aston for workouts on Wednesday. Charles, 28, is the most notable player of that group having bounced around the league since being a fourth-round pick in 2012. He's spent time with the Bengals, Lions, Chiefs and Browns. Most...; Category: sports
Title: Silver: China requested for Rockets' Morey to be fired; Abstract: NBA commissioner Adam Silver talks about the Daryl Morey controversy.; Category: sports
Title: Solomon: Astros are Team October; Abstract: NEW YORK In the pregame hype video at venerable Yankee Stadium, a broadcaster's call blared throughout the stadium as a highlight reel ran on the video screen, stating that the "dream season continues." Well, it is continuing. But perhaps for just one more day, thanks to the Houston Astros. On Thursday, the Astros once again flexed their muscle against the Yankees, taking an 8-3 win to move within a victory of advancing to the World Series for...; Category: sports
Title: 6 Hall Of Fame QBs tell what makes Brady greatest ever; Abstract: Tom Brady is the greatest quarterback of all time for plenty of football fans around the globe.; Category: sports
Title: 84-Year-Old Army Veteran Challenges TSA Agent to Push-Up Contest Before Her Flight; Abstract: This veteran's age isn't stopping her from acing a pushup competition!; Category: health
Title: Report: Patriots trade for Mohamed Sanu, send second-round pick to Falcons; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: Reports: Josh Gordon expected to be waived off IR when healthy; Abstract: The Patriots placed Josh Gordon on injured reserve Wednesday, a day after acquiring receiver Mohamed Sanu from the Falcons. It might not signal the end of Gordon's season, though. Gordon's knee injury is considered "minor," according to multiple reports, and he expects to be cleared soon. The receiver recently went 22 mph on a treadmill [more]; Category: sports
Title: Patriots place WR Josh Gordon on season-ending injured reserve; Abstract: By Mark Daniels/@MarkDanielsPJ FOXBOROUGH -- The hits on the offensive end keep on coming. On Wednesday, the team placed receiver Josh Gordon on the injured reserve due to a knee injury. Gordon suffered the injury two weeks ago in the New England's Thursday night victory over the New York Giants. He missed all of last week's practices and Monday's game against the New York Jets. Gordon was out ...; Category: sports
Title: With Justin Bethel Aboard, Patriots Punts Will Be Must-See Television; Abstract: FOXBORO Mass. -- Between and only two NFL special teams players achieved first-team All-Pro status as voted on by the Pro Football Writers Association. They now both play for the; Category: sports
Title: Sessions strongly considering bid for old Senate seat in Alabama; Abstract: Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions is strongly considering jumping into the race for his old Senate seat in Alabama, according to multiple Republican sources familiar with the matter.; Category: news
Title: CBS predicts O.J. Howard trade to Patriots; Abstract: As the hours wind down toward Tuesday's 4 p.m. NFL trade deadline, the Patriots may or may not be in line to add to the team's undefeated roster. "I am sure anything is possible. It's hard to say," Bill Belichick said Monday on Ordway, Merloni & Fauria. "We'll see." New England already swung a deal with the Falcons last week for wide receiver Mohamed Sanu, but CBS Sports is predicting that the Patriots aren't done adding to Tom Brady's offensive...; Category: sports
Title: Kanye West, with debt piling up, thanks God for $68 million tax refund; Abstract: Kanye West has been making headlines lately for his Sunday Service, an invitation-only event that started earlier this year in which the rapper-turned-preacher performs with live musical accompaniment. Apparently, there are big profits in his piety.; Category: finance
Title: Top takeaways from first half of the NFL season; Abstract: Two months through the season, the 49ers and Patriots look like the cream of the crop while the Dolphins are historically awful.; Category: sports
Title: Kevin Spacey Won't Be Charged in Sexual Assault Case After Accuser Dies; Abstract: The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has formally dropped a case against actor Kevin Spacey, after the accuser died.; Category: movies
Title: Peter Luger's says its steaks are still 'the best you can eat' after zero-star review from the New York Times; Abstract: Pete Wells wrote that his fries were "mealy and bland" and that the Caesar salad's croutons were "straight out of the bag."; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Top stars see a 'mellowed' Woods in wake of Zozo win; Abstract: Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose both see a more "mellow" Tiger Woods in the wake of his record-tying 82nd PGA Tour win at the Zozo Championship.; Category: sports
Title: Jimmy Garoppolo tells Erin Andrews being 8-0 'feels great, baby'; Abstract: Jimmy G is flying high after his latest win.; Category: sports
Title: Pamela Anderson gets backlash after wearing a Native American headdress for Halloween; Abstract: Pamela Anderson is under fire after posting risqué photos of herself wearing a Native American headdress in honor of Halloween. The Canadian actress and animal rights activist, who rose to fame for her role as a lifeguard on the series Baywatch, took to Twitter like many other celebrities to post photos of herself in her Halloween costume. In the first photo, the 51-year-old sports a pair of high-waisted underwear, and appears to be drenched in...; Category: tv
Title: Greg Norman upset Tiger Woods didn't respond to his handwritten letter: "Maybe Tiger just dislikes me"; Abstract: Greg Norman tells Men's Health he hand delivered a letter to Tiger Woods following his Masters win in April, but never got a reply.; Category: sports
Title: Woods made the right call keeping Reed in the U.S. fold; Abstract: In picking Patrick Reed, Tiger Woods made his first winning move as captain. He put aside past differences and did what was best for U.S. teams present and future.; Category: sports
Title: Ilhan Omar tweet called anti-Semitic 'dog whistle'; tennis great Martina Navratilova among critics; Abstract: A Twitter message posted Saturday by U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has revived accusations of anti-Semitism against the freshman congresswoman and member of the far-left "Squad."; Category: news | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Capresso 117.05 Stainless Steel Pump Espresso and Cappuccino Machine EC50, Black/Stainless; Brand: Capresso; Review: I bought this machine knowing it will have its shortcomings but its not a bad machine. The espresso is good, nothing much to it. However the frother needs some time to getting used to. I prefferably like to remove the plastic cover from the actual wand, it gives better results for me. Also when you are pulling shots, make sure to use it quick as the shots die much faster.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dyson Ball Multi Floor Upright Vacuum - Corded; Brand: Dyson; Review: Is this one hell of a vacuum? Yes it is! As soon as this vacuum arrived at my doorstep I did not hesitate to use it. I started assembling the parts and very surprised how very modular all of the parts are. The suction power and the size is astonishing. I cannot compare accurately between this and other vacuums but this one picks up the most difficult of hairs in carpets! It's small and maneuverable, you'll ask your self why vacuum cleaning hasn't been this easy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yankee Candle Medium Jar Candle, Home Sweet Home; Brand: Yankee Candle; Review: Great fragrance! Covers a small room in minutes. The jar/jar lid design is great since you could just place the lid and not have the smoke smell after you blow the candle. Albeit the great product, keep in mind the jar is glass and can easily break during shipping.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum Euro Banana Holder, Satin Nickel; Brand: Spectrum; Review: Works well and doesn't look bad as a headset holder. Plus it's inexpensive!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum Diversified Euro Banana Holder, Chrome; Brand: Spectrum; Review: Works well and doesn't look bad as a headset holder. Plus it's inexpensive!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yama Glass Chinese Water Kettle (40 oz); Brand: Yama Glass; Review: Great water kettle that is attractive, functional, and easy to clean! There is a minor concern that needs to be addressed and that is the vent hole on top of the glass lid. The vent is too small to allow enough steam to come out. I tilt the lid slightly to allow it to have better ventilation.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Vampire Tarot; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Michael Place Page; Review: Love the cards!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Llewellyn Tarot; Author: Visit Amazon's Anna-Marie Ferguson Page; Review: Great cards for beginners.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deviant Moon Tarot Book; Author: Visit Amazon's Patrick Valenza Page; Review: Unreal art work. I love them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreaming Way Tarot; Author: Visit Amazon's Rome Choi Page; Review: Beautiful cards!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Defending Gary: Unraveling the Mind of the Green River Killer; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Prothero Page; Review: Shipping sucks! Book is great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Old English Tarot; Author: Maggie Kneen; Review: Great for beginners.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Earth Magic Oracle Cards: A 48-Card Deck and Guidebook; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven D. Farmer Page; Review: Item was a gift for someone out of my State, but she loved them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K2: Triumph and Tragedy; Author: Visit Amazon's Jim Curran Page; Review: ..Great as expected.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Artemis Fowl and the Atlantis Complex; Author: Visit Amazon's Eoin Colfer Page; Review: Artemis Fowl is one of the best book series I have read. I love reading them! As a teen I disliked reading, but Artemis Fowl was one of the books that got me hooked onto reading!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Practice of System and Network Administration, Second Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Thomas A. Limoncelli Page; Review: I had this book for a class in college, and sold the book.. dumb mistake. I have since repurchased the book so that I can refresh on the great policies and practices this book teaches you on System Administration! This is a great book for ALL sysAdmins!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spirit Animals: Book 1: Wild Born; Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon Mull Page; Review: I am a fan of Brandon Mull and his books, so I had to try out Spirit Animals. I ended up liking this book as well. I want to start reading Spirit Animals Book 2 and see how the next author did on this series; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spirit Animals: Book 2: Hunted; Author: Visit Amazon's Maggie Stiefvater Page; Review: Spirit Animals keeps me reading and reading and thinking about what is going to happen next; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spirit Animals: Special Edition: Tales of the Great Beasts; Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon Mull Page; Review: This is a great special edition book talking about the Great Beasts in Spirit Animals. I love this series and would recommend it to friends.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toxic Parents: Overcoming Their Hurtful Legacy and Reclaiming Your Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Forward Page; Review: This book is good for all to read, even if you didn't have any issues with your parents. It helps one reflect on their childhood and what they could do to be a better parent themselves.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HTML for Babies: Volume 1 of Web Design for Babies; Author: Visit Amazon's John C Vanden-Heuvel Sr Page; Review: I am a nerd and I wanted to ready nerdy books out of fun to my baby so I got this. It is fun and the baby loves all the color in the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CSS for Babies: Volume 2 of Web Design for Babies; Author: Visit Amazon's John C Vanden-Heuvel Sr Page; Review: I am a nerd and I wanted to ready nerdy books out of fun to my baby so I got this. It is fun and the baby loves all the color in the book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Web Design for Babies 2.0: Geeked Out Lift-the-Flap Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's John C. Vanden-Heuvel Sr. Page; Review: I am a nerd and I wanted to ready nerdy books out of fun to my baby so I got this. It is fun and the baby loves the pop outs it has in it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Book on Healthcare IT: What you need to know about HIPAA, Hospital IT, and Healthcare Information Technology; Author: Visit Amazon's James Scott Page; Review: This book is great for those starting or looking into Healthcare IT. It is very simple and gives a high level overview of HIT. I would recommend this to any IT person, Infomatic Nurse, CFO or CEO wanting to understand IT in the healthcare world; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragonwatch: A Fablehaven Adventure; Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon Mull Page; Review: If you love Fablehaven and have been craving more adventures, well you've found it. I loved reading this so much. Can't wait for the next one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rogue Knight (Five Kingdoms); Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon Mull Page; Review: I love Brandon Mull books! I love love the Fablehaven series and thought to give this series a try. I am now reading through book 3. I just started reading this series in July 2017!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crystal Keepers (Five Kingdoms); Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon Mull Page; Review: Haven't yet finished this book. But I love the series and the book is great. Difficult to put it down, you get pulled into their world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death Weavers (Five Kingdoms); Author: Visit Amazon's Brandon Mull Page; Review: This is book 4 in the series, and I keep reading and reading it. Kind of a different setting that there are ghosts, I mean Echo's in this book. However it hasn't been scary. Love this series; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Forget Dexter! (Dexter T. Rexter); Author: Visit Amazon's Lindsay Ward Page; Review: Got this book on a whim. My Toddler and I both really enjoyed the book and laughed a lot. Can't wait for book 2 in the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moo Baa La La La; Author: Visit Amazon's Sandra Boynton Page; Review: My children love this book. And it can give you a good chuckle when the sheep say la la la...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wee Sing Dinosaurs; Author: Visit Amazon's Pamela Conn Beall Page; Review: I had the cassette tape version of this when I was a child, still do. My 4 year old loves it but the tape is wearing out. So glad to find a CD version of it still out there!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: AliKats Mountain Holidays Riverwood Lodge; City: Morzine Portes du Soleil Haute Savoie Auverg; Review: I second everything Mark said (see review Feb 9th). Probably the best of the 3 Alikats hols we have on. Why? Well, the snow was really thick and fresh, the other party of 6 at the chalet were great fun, the chalet staff (big up Kate and Ali) were awesome and no one broke any bones! Alikats have always been excellent at catering for every need... Pick-ups to and from the slopes are prompt, Food is restaurant quality, the drink flows, the sky TV room is a touch (glad I could watch the footy and rugby), the hot tub is brilliant (if your friend hasn't drained it!!!) ...the only hassle is getting your ski boots on! I'd recommend it to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AliKats Mountain Holidays Riverwood Lodge; City: Morzine Portes du Soleil Haute Savoie Auverg; Review: Just got back from another fab week at Riverlodge. Al and Kat have recruited another crew of friendly and helpful staff who keep up the high standards we have been used to over the years. Expect delicious meals, moist aprés-ski cake, vino galore, hot tub action, stinky cheese board, toasty stove, surround sound sky TV room and great mountainous views. I'll be back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coast B B; City: Bexhill on Sea East Sussex England; Review: We stayed here for a couple of nights over bank hol and it was fantastic! Lucia and Piero were extremely welcoming and thought of everything a guest would need to make the stay comfortable. The interior design was executed to a very high standard and had really nice touches from The White Company toiletries to the Nespresso machine. The breakfast was excellent. Starting with a quality fruit salad and finishing with a great cooked dish of your choice with homemade bread. Lucia was a good source of local knowledge and gave us great restaurant recommendations. Great hosting. Thanks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Driftwood Bexhill; City: Bexhill on Sea East Sussex England; Review: My girlfriend and I had a lovely bank hol break in bexhill. While we were there we had dinner at The Driftwood. A new restaurant with lovely modern decor, a mouth-watering Austrian influenced menu and friendly attentive service from Seng and his team. We loved our sea bass and goulash dishes, not forgetting the very moreish chocolate mousse dessert. I'm sure anything on the menu is great. If we go back to Bexhill we'll defo eat here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AliKats Mountain Holidays The View; City: Morzine Portes du Soleil Haute Savoie Auvergne Rho; Review: So I'm an Alikats regular. I've stayed in 3 of their chalets more than once over the years and it's been a blast everytime. The indulgence package is a new thing at the new chalet, The View; so I felt the need to try it and focus my review on it. The standard catering is excellent so what does the indulgence bring... it's that creme to the chocolat chaud... that irish to the coffee... the parmesan to the pasta. It starts with a welcome drink of Bolly darling! The kronenberg is included along with the house white, red wine, soft drinks and tasty capsule coffee. The breakfast options are presented as a menu the night before, you tick what you want and whether you want it delivered in bed or at the dining table. You can even laze in the hot tub and have chocolat chaud or vin chaud brought out to you by the lovely staff (Trent and Penny, or Carla or Paul). Then there's the food... it's always been impressive but the 7 course tasting menu on our last night took the biscuit. The Kats (see what I did there) in the kitchen really served up a treat, along with fine wines to compliment every course. Very indulgent ...and very tipsy! Even the Bose bluetooth speaker was a nice quality addition to add to the ambience. Great work Al and Kat. Alikats never disappoints. Rob x; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AliKats Mountain Holidays Ferme a Jules; City: Morzine Portes du Soleil Haute Savoie Auvergne; Review: I’m a regular with Alikats over the years but it doesn’t stop me wanting to give them another 5 star write up! This time myself and two mates stayed at FAJ; the largest of Alikats chalets (about 24 capacity). Despite its girth it still manages to have that coziness and character of a chalet half its size. My room was nearest the entrance, the bed was very comfortable, wardrobe space was more than enough and the balcony has that amazing view (pic attached)! Up the stairs is the large dining area where the delicious award-winning meals are served. The canapés and cheese boards, which add the 1st and 5th courses to each dinner, are enjoyed on the big u-shaped sofa around the big fireplace in the living room. This is a great space to chat with other guests, drink and fall asleep (if your anything like me after a heavy day on the piste!) Downstairs, on the other side of the chalet, is the outdoor hot tub and the sauna and table football room. Nothing better than a glass of vin in a 40 degree tub after a day of pow shredding! I haven’t even mentioned skiing yet!!! We had two snowy bad viz days and two blue sky beauts! Alikats promptly drop-off and pick-up at times of your choosing to Ardent, Pleney or Prodains. We varied our drop-offs depending on the weather conditions and the area of Portes des Soleil we fancied exploring. They even drove us to town and back to watch the England v France rugby game at Dixies. Last but not least, a big shout out to the staff who made us feel so welcome, and of course Al and Kat. You’ve created a cracking business. Keep up the great work! P.S I particularly liked your choice of this seasons house red (Merlot); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: ONN W6 Professional Bluetooth Mp3 Player Mp4 Metal Body; Brand: DAZA Electronics Company; Review: I purchased this with the intent to use in with a JBL bluetooth speaker. It will not connect to it. The instructions are minimal at best, so I tried to go to the ONN website. Good luck with that. At this point I would not recommend this MP3 player; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ASUS OPLAY_MINI/1A/NTSC/AS Media Player - Black; Brand: Asus; Review: Not the best media player ut it works ok; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zeikos ZE-LC62 62mm Plastic Snap On Lens Cap (Black); Brand: Zeikos; Review: It was a little loose; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VM Audio 260W Waterproof Indoor/Outdoor Porch Speaker Pair Set, White | SR-WOD5; Brand: VM Audio; Review: They sound great, They do need to run through an amplifier, you cant just use an headphone jack.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire - 100 Feet; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Good wire for the money; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dayton Audio IO655W 6-1/2" 2-Way Indoor/Outdoor Speaker Pair White; Brand: Dayton Audio; Review: good outdoor speakers; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dual Electronics LU43PB 4 inch 3-Way High Performance Indoor, Outdoor & Bookshelf Studio Monitor Speakers with Swivel Brackets; Brand: Dual Electronics; Review: Good speakers for the money; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mudder Waterproof Camera Float Foam Floating Wrist Strap for Underwater GoPro, Panasonic Lumix, Nikon COOLPIX S33 & Other Cameras; Brand: Minidi; Review: Tested and proven, worked fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Olympus Stylus Tough-6000 10 MP Waterproof Digital Camera with 3.6x Wide Angle Optical Dual Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch LCD; Brand: Olympus; Review: I bought this used, It worked fine, but the display screen was chipped in two places and the Micro SD card and adapter you have to have was not included.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: NEON Olympus MASD-1 xD Picture Card card adapter for microSD / microSDHC; Brand: Neon; Review: worked as exspected; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Indigo Massage & Wellness; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: Just came from a wonderful 60min massage with Jenn! I feel brand new! Jenn has a comforting and peaceful energy that made it easy to relax. I definitely recommend this place, and think I have found my massage home in STL!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jimmy John's; City: St. Louis, MO; Review: Conveniently located, open late, well made food and fast deliveries as long as they aren't slammed for during lunch hours. A little inconsistent with their food so I would just recommend double checking your food before you leave or before the delivery guy leaves. I've had a few mistakes over the past year of ordering from here but nothing out of the ordinary. I would like it if delivery drivers double checked the delivery instructions. 9/10 they know exactly where I am but every now and then I have to go find my delivery around the property.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemon Salon; City: St. Louis, MO; Review: Fun and upbeat! Everyone who works there is super nice, and I am always satisfied with my services. I get my waxing and hair done here, a one stop shop. It's so convenient to be able to schedule everything all at one salon instead of running all over town. They also run specials so keep an eye on their Facebook page for discounts. Parking can be a challenge, as street parking can be limited and the lot charges more on the weekend, so give yourself a little extra time apron arrival to park. Beautiful neighborhood too, love the CWE!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Retreat Gastropub; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: When I moved to St Louis this was one of the first places I visited for dinner. Since then it's never been a disappointment. The beer, the cocktails, amazing. My favorite thing to order to eat is the Mac N Cheese. Great as an appetizer to share but I have it as my entree when I'm flying solo. In my opinion it the best Mac n cheese in St. Louis. Plus there is a load it up option that is always changing. Gotta love options. This place is busy on the weekends, no reservations or call aheads are taken so if you show up on a whim exercise your patience. I promise it is worth the wait.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Urban Eats; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: I would really like to try this place but every time I show up they are unexpectedly closed! The first time I showed up I was told they were closed for a Spring Spruce up and would be open on the 11th. I left a little annoyed because there was no indication of this on their website, which I had used to look them up and browse the menu. I later discovered they had something up on their Facebook page about being closed, but seeing as those I don't have a Facebook, this was of no benefit to me. Today (March 15th) I drove all the way over only to discover a sign on the door stating they will be closed the remainder of the week! This time I checked their Facebook and there was no information regarding the extended closure. In fact it was a bit confusing because they had posts advertising the re-opening and even pictures posted of people eating there for a brunch event just the other day. Is this some kind of secret society of delicious eatery? I really wish I knew. Poor communication on the businesses side of things has made me feel like I probably won't be giving these guys a try. If I do muster up the fortitude to drive clear across town again I will definitely be calling ahead to make sure they are open. I suggest you do the same.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pickles Deli; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: I can't say enough good things about their food. I crave this place at least once a week, but prepare for a wait if you stop in during their lunch rush. Today I waited 40 minutes for my meal and was almost late to work. However, I must say, even though this place gets INSANELY busy (like line out the door busy) the staff is always cool, calm, collected, and efficiently diligent. Even when I've called to place a lunch order for me and my coworkers (sorry I'm that person), the person taking my order is never rushed, never rude, and takes their time to make sure they have my order down right! This place is probably going to get a lot busier with the new apartments being build and opening up, so I hope they are ready!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Whole Foods Market; City: St. Louis, MO; Review: I love that I don't have to drive all the way to Brentwood to get my groceries now! Sure they might not have EVERYTHING the other store has (their layout is different and more spacious) but there is always something comparable). The prepped foods is so yummy, and they have a great beer and wine selection as well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: F&B's Eatery; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: ; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mission Taco Joint - Central West End; City: St. Louis, MO; Review: I love mission taco. The food, the atmosphere, the drinks. I'm also super happy we now have one in the CWE! But can someone tell me why we get so much attitude on a Sunday night when we come in 35 minutes before the kitchen closes? (FYI late night menu is served from 10-close on normal days and 10-11 on Sunday's.) If you're going to give a 1 hour window for your late night happy hour don't get mad when your patrons all come in at once and overwhelm you. Maybe management should consider staffing appropriately if they can't handle their Sunday late night rush. With that aside, food came out quickly and was tasty. I might be avoiding this place on Sunday's from now on though...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: US Post Office; City: Saint Louis, MO; Review: I can't believe how unbelievably rude Frenchie was to me this morning. I had to call this location to inquire about a package. My FEDEX tracking information said they had attempted delivery but no one was home so they sent my package to the post office. When I called Frenchie told me that if they tried to deliver it they would've left me a notice and no notice meant they didn't try to deliver it. She was so short and rude on the phone. She didn't even completely hear me out before cutting me off and insisting they didn't have my package. Upon further investigation via the USPS tracking service I found out they they indeed attempt a delivery and stated they left a notice. I searched all outside. Inside and outside of my mailbox but no notice. I feared it was taken or the recent storm had blown it away. So I decided to call again and explain (or attempt to explain before getting cut off) what information their website was giving me. Frenchie answered again and after I explained my situation she just said "hold on" and put me on hold. When she returned to the phone she said "Your husband or your boyfriend was standing outside with your dogs and we will not approach a residence if there are dogs outside." Did the delivery person attempt to call out to him to let him know she had a delivery and couldn't approach until he went inside? No. Did they in fact leave a notice? No. She just went on her way delivering mail. What really upsets me about this situation is in their system they told me they left a notice explaining where my package was and how to retrieve it. But because they couldn't communicate with my landlord standing outside in the middle of the day, all this confusion took place. Oh and I was told my package would be redelivered but "make sure you keep your dogs inside". This is why I initially shipped with Fedex and not the USPS. I will do everything in my power to continue avoiding them as well.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Traci's Skin Spa; City: Des Peres, MO; Review: Traci is amazing! She offers a wide variety of skincare services and is very knowledgeable. Her studio is quaint, stylish, and relaxing. Traci's professionalism coupled with her warm southern charm make for a most enjoyable visit. I see her for waxing and she is the best. Her technique is quick and painless and I no longer dread my upcoming waxing since I started seeing her. Traci also offers microblading, facials, peels and microdermabrasion. She really is a one stop shop for all your skincare needs. I will be recommending her to friends and family for years to come! Thank you Traci!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lg Nails; City: Bridgeton, MO; Review: Hmmm not impressed. Walked in with my mom on Friday afternoon - thankful they were able to get us in for two pedicures. We were seated next to each other at the same time. My mom had a young lady work on her toenails, while I had a young man. The whole experience followed your basic pedicure protocol - soak, trim, file, scrub, massage, paint - but was extremely fast and inconsistent. The water was scalding hot but quickly adjusted, whatever - it happens. My technician massaged my left foot/leg for about 5 minutes and my right foot/leg for about 1. He scrubbed my feet for about 15 seconds each, I will have to go home and give them a proper pumice myself, which is very difficult considering I am 39 weeks pregnant. The paint job was great, he was skillful and fast and it looks good. I was seated at the drying station and waited for ten minutes while my mother finished her pedicure, even though we were seated at the same exact time. she received a thorough massage and foot scrub, and her toes look great and her feet feel great. It's a shame that the service of one employee will reflect on the entire salon as I am sure there are much better technicians who work there that put a little more care and finesse into their work.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Urban Fort Play; City: St. Louis, MO; Review: We love Urban Fort Cafe and think it is such a cool and unique spot. We drive 30minutes across town just to go! Their recent "spruce up" is really Impressive and their food/drink menu never disappoints! I gave four stars for only one reason. Their older kid play area is not gated off and as soon as our little guy realizes it's there he is FIXATED on climbing those stairs and attempting to go down the slide - even though he isn't quite coordinated enough to do this on his own yet. This isn't a problem when my husband comes with us and can play defense or stand at the bottom of the slide (it is a very fast slide FYI), but when I try to come with just me and my son it is not a relaxing time for me. I can usually get a good 30 of play time with him in the toy area before he explores and I finds the big kid area. After that it's game over. I can't sit, order food, enjoy my coffee or anything until he wears himself out and it's time to go. I wish they would keep the big kid area separate so I don't feel like the crazy manic mom chasing her child up and down the stairs and pulling him away from the slide.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Manee Thai Restaurant; City: Ballwin, MO; Review: If you're in the county and looking for amazing a Thai food, look no further. After a really terrible first Thai food experience a few years back I was reluctant to give it another try. Now all I can say is I'm sorry I waited so long to try again! Every single bite of our dinner was hands down 5 star delicious. We ordered the crispy pork pot stickers, chicken satay, green curry, and spicy basil stir fry. I was literally "ooo-ing" and "ahhh-ing" the entire meal. I also appreciated the waitresses assistance in not only ordering the right food but how to correctly eat and enjoy it according to traditional Thai standards. I'll admit I love ethnic food but I'm often intimidated when ordering. The setting is quaint, dim lit, and decorated beautifully in Thai culture. I also saw many people picking up take out, and they are partnered with grub hub for delivery! Keep up the great work Manee Thai ... we will be back!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Rock Hua Hin Beachfront Spa Resort; City: Hua Hin Prachuap Khiri Khan Province; Review: Relaxing getaway in a beautiful, resort. The view at the pool and the beach was amazing, and the rooms were big and luxurious. Staff was very friendly and helpful... The streets and hotel can get quiet at night. There are shuttle buses going to the mall and night market, even if there isn't, they'll help you flag a song taew... People are friendly and the street food is amazing!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rosedale Hotel Kowloon; City: Hong Kong; Review: Room and toilets were small, but well furnished. Could do better with amenities. Though with modern decor, the handsoap dispenser looked like it belongs to a public toilet, so were the shampoos and body wash. Nonetheless, hotel was pretty near the MTR- 5 mins walk, and to lots of neighbourhood food and convenience stalls. If you are looking for something 'local' try this hotel. Hotel staff were polite and professional.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SleepBox Hostel Taipei; City: Zhongzheng District Taipei; Review: I stayed in the capsule type room- sharing with 9 other people. Room itself was cooling, but the capsule/ bed was not. The air comes from outside. Can get a little stuffy. Not soundproof either. Security could have been better. I thought at least you could lock your capsule 'door'- it doesn't. So remember to bring your mobile and wallet wherever you go. Perhaps it's summer, and the bed had mosquitos, and I now have terrible mozzie bites on my legs Toilet and shower was clean, though drainage was a problem. What I liked was the high ceilings in the toilet and common areas. Service - I know it's a pay for what you get( USD20 / night). Given that Taiwan has a great reputation for being friendly, it's such an amazing experience to get a terrible service from the front desk manager- the man in spectacles, with a blazer. Don't bother talking or asking him ANYTHING. He doesn't know and doesn't care. ( BTW, I spoke mandarin). Such is the face that greets you the moment you walk in. You are better off asking any friendly Taiwanese on the streets. The girls were much better, friendly and were more professional. Location is good. 5 mins walk to the train station and ximending. Streets can be a little quiet at night. I recommend staying for 2-3 nights max, for an experience. Note, if you are about 1.70m and above, I wouldn't recommend the capsule pods- too small and cramped for your height!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: HolyPro Boutique Hotel; City: Xinyi District Taipei; Review: Don't expect much out of this hotel. It's functional and has basic amenities and facilities. Location is good, a little close to 'local' culture and about 8 mins walk to the MRT Don't use the official address when you tell the cab Drivers. It is actually BEHIND the building. Staff were friendly and professional.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alt Hotel Montreal Griffintown; City: Montreal Quebec; Review: Trendy hotel, with great amenities, with gym and nice restaurants nearby. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Rooms were huge and comfortable. Pillow a little too soft for my liking, but it’s my preference. Would be good if they provided hot water kettle and bottled water Highly recommended!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Regency Amsterdam; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: Loved the room. Huge and beautiful bathrooms! The TV had apple streaming feature, so it worked well for me. Service was great! Staff were helpful and friendly. The Indonesia food at the hotel was amazing. Great bar at the reception and I loved the gym. Centrally located, 3 mins walk to the train station!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 88 Studios Kensington; City: London England; Review: The location was convenient, short walk from the overground station and 5-10 mins walk to the Malls and underground The room was clean, modern and spacious! Loved the mini kitchen in the rooms. Great place to stay. A short walk from the hotel and you can find neighbourhood cafes and bakery!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lotte City Hotel Myeongdong; City: Seoul; Review: Convenient hotel, located right next to restaurants and cafes. Don't bother about Hotel breakfast, nothing much and expensive. You are better off exploring the cafes and restaurants outside the hotel. Room was small, but basic, with basic amenities. Not that soundproof though. I could hear noises from my neighbours in the middle of the night; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pod Times Square; City: New York City New York; Review: First time in NYC and I couldn’t be happier staying at the POD! Rooms were small and cosy, facilities were good, and a great location to be at, and staff were super friendly and giving me recommendations for breakfast etc!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Titan Tools 15239 39 mm 1/2" Drive 12 Point Axle Nut Socket; Brand: Titan Tools; Review: Item received exactly as described and in good time! Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TCP 9W LED Light Bulbs (60 Watt Equivalent), A19 - E26, Medium Screw Base, Non-Dimmable, Soft White (2700K); Brand: TCP; Review: Great Bulbs! I do not use them in a dimmer so I don't have any problems there but they start right up and are bright from the beginning. These (Soft/Warm white) are the ones that you want to use in bedrooms and living rooms. I am using the bright white ones (5000K) in places like the bathrooms, kitchens and closets where bright light is needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Triangle Bulbs T95051-3-VA, LED 40 Watt Equivalent Dimmable G16.5 Light Bulb, Candelabra Base, Warm White, 3 Pack; Brand: Triangle Bulbs; Review: These are great bulbs! Very bright and much better than the ones that I purchased from my local hardware store. Those have a slight delay when you turn them on but not these! I would definitely purchase these again in the future..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flip Guard Oil Rubbed Bronze; Brand: Flip Guard; Review: Love this lock! I feel so much more safe and secure with it installed on our back door! Installation was a breeze. Took about 2 minutes. I highly recommend this genius innovation! Kudos to the creators of this invention! Sure gives peace of mind!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COAST G19 Inspection Beam LED Penlight with Adjustable Pocket Clip and Consistent Edge-To-Edge Brightness,; Brand: Coast; Review: Great light with directional beam output! Exactly what I ordered and exactly as shown! Thank you...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OTHWAY Solar Fence Post Lights Wall Mount Decorative Deck Lighting, Black, 2 Packs; Brand: OTHWAY; Review: The first time around I received rusted lights. I did not receive the new updated version that is advertised here on the product page so the seller replaced them with the new updated version and I am very happy. Not only do the new updated version shine brighter than the old version, I shouldn't have to worry about the problems I faced before with rusty switches and LED's causing the lights to not work properly. I feel confident in this new updated product and highly recommend the seller!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Creazy® Cree Xpe-r3 LED 1000 Lumens Lamp Clip Mini Penlight Flashlight; Brand: Creazydog; Review: The product that I received looks nothing like what was shown on the photos to be a penlight. This is just a small flashlight with a clip. It also does not have a direct beam or light like shown in the photos but a regular flashlight beam (Spread). This was a ripoff! NOT HAPPY!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kuled 10-led Wireless Motion Sensing Stick-on Anywhere Step LED Light Bar with Magnetic Strip, Pure White, 3-Pack; Brand: KULED; Review: Absolutely LOVE these! They are very bright for their size. I have one installed in the Master Bedroom closet, one over the Front door and one over the Back door to automatically light it up upon coming onto the porch. It helps to see the key hole to unlock the door and provides security at night. I might end up purchasing more of these as soon as I find more places to install them which only takes minutes to do. What a great invention!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whink Hair Clog Blaster! 18 Ounce; Brand: Whink; Review: Wow! This stuff really works! I bought this to use in my bathtub drain as I have waist long hair and it constantly clogs my drain. I used this as instructed on the label and it worked wonders freeing up my drain. I have tried other products in the past with not so great results but this is one that I will definitely be buying again to keep on hand and use regularly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sengled SS-PAR38NAE26W LED with Motion Sensor (Smartsense), PAR38 Smart Security Floodlight Bulb 3000K, 1050 Lumens, Waterproof for Outdoor; Brand: Sengled; Review: Just what we needed! We have a standard non motion sensor flood light on our back porch. I wanted to try these light bulbs before having to resort to changing out that fixture for a motion activated one. These are bright and work wonderfully. I just flip the switch on at night and forget about it until morning and then flip the switch off. EASY PEASY! =); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Upper Deck Bracket Shelf, 9.375-Inch Deep, Rustic Antique Finish; Brand: Upper Deck; Review: Very Pretty! I attached this to my new mailbox post with rubber washers and it looks great. I just hope that it holds up to the outdoor elements!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gibraltar Mailboxes Whitley 4x4 Rust-Proof Plastic White, Cross-Arm Mailbox Post, WP000W01; Brand: Gibraltar Mailboxes; Review: Very happy with this mailbox post! So easy to put together! I am sure that it will last for years to come as long as no one hits it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Dash Diet Weight Loss Solution: 2 Weeks to Drop Pounds, Boost Metabolism, and Get Healthy; Author: Visit Amazon's Marla Heller Page; Review: Good plan to get on track! I did the 14 days and lost 8 lbs . Now one month in and still on the plan.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: See Poverty...Be the Difference!; Author: ; Review: Every one needs to read this; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Road to Character; Author: Visit Amazon's David Brooks Page; Review: Back to the basics- the core values we need to embrace for true life "success". Powerful examples from real people who illustrate why we need this call to character.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diamonds in the Dew: An Appalachian Experience; Author: Nora Stanger M. S.; Review: I recommend this to any one who serves or works with children and families in poverty. It will expand your vision and deepend your understanding of the "why" behind observed and often "judged" behaviors of people living in the crisis of poverty.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spark Joy: An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up; Author: Marie Kondo; Review: Good ideas and inspiration. It's a journey for sure and I'm on it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Lacey Olympia Area; City: Lacey Washington; Review: The Super 8 in Lacey/Olympia was very clean and comfortable. I liked using the hot tub and the breakfast was ok. It would be nice if there was a computer in the lounge.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Bellingham Airport Ferndale; City: Ferndale Washington; Review: My recent stay at the Super 8 in Ferndale was very nice. I slept like a baby and had an excellent breakfast before going to work.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge by Wyndham Everett City Center; City: Everett Washington; Review: Fairly decent place to stay, but needs some upkeep. The room was fine, but the bathroom could use some work.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Salem; City: Salem Oregon; Review: You can not beat the rates at this Super 8. I was working in Woodburn, 2 blocks from the Super 8 there, but they wanted way to much money per night. I ended up traveling 15 miles back and forth each day to the Super8 in Salem to save $40.00 a day for just as nice of a place. the only drawback is how late the breakfast is.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Motel 6 Gresham City Center; City: Gresham Oregon; Review: Howard Johnson Inn was the best priced wyndham rewards hotel in the whole Portland area. The staff was friendly and the room was very comfortable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Nampa; City: Nampa Idaho; Review: I had a very comfortable and relaxing stay and had a delicious breakfast to start my day. The room was very clean and comfortable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ramada by Wyndham Portland Airport; City: Portland Oregon; Review: I stay at the airport Ramada often, because I always get a good rate. The rooms are very comfortable and spacious. Ramada is very convenient for me.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Klamath Falls; City: Klamath Falls Oregon; Review: I always enjoy staying at the Days inn, because the rooms are very comfortable and they have a really good breakfast that starts at 6 am.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Cody; City: Cody Wyoming; Review: This was one of many motel stays on our trip and it was as average as you can get. The room was comfortable and clean. The lobby/breakfast room was very small and the breakfast was meager, but sufficient.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Lacey Olympia Area; City: Lacey Washington; Review: This motel has so many problems, l could write a book about it. I had no wifi for the first 3 days. The breakfast was practically cereal only. The pool and hot tub is still closed, and much more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Gresham Portland Area OR; City: Gresham Oregon; Review: This super8 was fairly decent as far as most super8 motels are. It has a nice hot tub, comfortable room and a decent breakfast. I would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Bellevue Seattle; City: Bellevue Washington; Review: My stay at the days inn in Bellvue was just ok for the price of the room. The motel was very close to where I was working, so it was very convenient for me. The breakfast was average. I would stay there again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: McMinnville Inn; City: McMinnville Oregon; Review: I enjoyed my stay at the McMinnville inn. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was decent and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again. Oooo ooooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo oooo oooo oooo ooo ooo oooo oooo ooo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo oo o oo oo oo o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o, o o o o o o o, o o o o, o, o ,, oo o o o o; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Corvallis; City: Corvallis Oregon; Review: I stayed at this Super8 for 8 days while working in Corvallis. My room was very comfortable and clean and even updated. I had a good breakfast downstairs every day, plus used the hot tub every night. The best thing of all was the price per night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Eugene Downtown University; City: Eugene Oregon; Review: My stay at days inn was decent. The room was a little beat up and musty, but it was comfortable and clean. The breakfast starts nice and early and was way better than most other Wyndham motels that I live out of. I would definitely stay here again, because the rates were also excellent.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Pendleton; City: Pendleton Oregon; Review: I enjoyed my stay at this super8 motel. The room was very comfortable and clean. I used the hot tub every night and enjoyed the free breakfast every morning. I would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with food recipes as follows:
Title: awesome blueberry muffins; Review: These were soo good!! I did make a few adjustments according to my tastes. I added about 2 T. more sugar to batter and used a little less than 1 C. blueberries. For the topping I decreased the flour to 1/4 C., the butter to 1/8 C. and only added a couple dashes of cinnamon. The first time I made these the cinammon overpowered the muffins, I felt, and the extra butter made the topping kind of hard. By making these changes to the topping it was light and sugary. These were so easy and delicious I will make them all the time now from scratch! Forget the store bought muffin mix!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: caramel corn; Review: Be careful...this is VERY addicting! This was so easy to make! The only change I made was to use light brown sugar instead of the dark since that's all I had. It came out great. I will definitely be adding this recipe to my Holiday goody baskets this year. I know everyone is going to love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: unknownchef86 s very best dinner rolls; Review: These are FANTASTIC! I've never made bread before and thought I'd give these a shot. I wanted to try them before I served them for Thanksgiving. Needless to say, these will definitely be on my Thanksgiving Day table! They were unbelievably easy to make and I will make them often now. I halved the recipe and it made 18 large rolls. I didn't change anything except for halving it. I did let them rise 1 hour, I punched the dough down with the KitchenAid as recommended and let them proof again for 1 hour. Be sure to spray non stick cooking spray on your plastic wrap before covering. When I was ready to divide these I again sprayed non stick cooking spray on my pizza cutter and dividing the dough was a breeze. I followed others' suggestions and buttered my hands before rolling into balls to put in buttered baking dish. I let them proof again for 40 minutes and right before baking I brushed melted butter on them. I baked these in a glass Pyrex dish at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes and they were perfect. As soon as these came out of the oven I brushed more melted butter on them to give them a shiny appearance. These are delicious, light and soft. Thank you for such an amazing recipe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: peanut butter cup cookies; Review: Very easy recipe! This is my husband's favorite cookie recipe. The only change I made was I rolled the balls of cookie dough in white sugar before putting them in the muffin tins. This recipe will now be added to my Christmas cookie list. Thanks for the recipe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: kittencal s caramel apples; Review: This recipe is wonderful and sooo easy to make! I had never made these before I found this recipe. I decided to make these to pass out for Christmas last year and everyone loved them. Since then I've made quite a few batches. They are a little time consuming but so worth it. I followed the recipe to the letter...I read some reviews that said to turn the heat down to low to cook but I followed the advice of one reviewer that said to keep it at med-high and that's what I did. I also made sure to stir the caramel constantly...once the mixture melts it takes about 30 min. or so to reach 248 degrees. The caramel came out perfect. Just be sure to coat your apples quickly and sprinkle any toppings you may have on immediately. The apples set quickly. I used chopped, roasted almonds, mini chocolate chips and chocolate drizzle on the apples. I read that some say to use buttered wax paper to set your apples on. I did this the 1st few times I made these but just discovered the use of parchement paper. It works beautifully! NOTHING sticks to it and you don't have to butter it or spray with anything. After they set I put them in cellophane bags tied with Christmas ribbon and they look so beautiful and professional...Thanks for the wonderful recipe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | food |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food - Summerguard with Insect Control, 15,000-sq ft (Lawn Fertilizer plus Insect Control); Brand: Scotts; Review: One of my favorites!!!! Works great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pleatco PRB50-IN Spa Pool Filter, 1 Cartridge; Brand: Pleatco; Review: good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rola-Chem Scumbug Oil Absorbing Sponge, 1 CT; Brand: Rola-Chem; Review: working; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy-Bilt Drill Bit JumpStart for Trimmers & Other Handheld Equipment; Brand: Troy-Bilt; Review: worked; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: MUCH Underwater; Brand: MUCH; Review: love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scotts Turf Builder Lawn Food - WinterGuard Fall Lawn Food, 5,000-sq ft (Lawn Fertilizer) (Not Sold in Pinellas County,; Brand: Scotts; Review: like; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TotalPond Large Nozzle Kit; Brand: TotalPond; Review: love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jetland Mosquito Head Mesh Net and Hat or Beekeeping Protection; Brand: Jetland; Review: working; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Weera Thai Restaurant - Sahara; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I've been coming here for years, however I will no longer return. I am severely disappointed in the service I received recently. I ordered takeout and had an emergency so I was no longer able to come pick it up. Instead of being understanding the server told me I was being blacklisted and furthered that by telling me to "have a nice life." All over a $60 takeout. I'm sure I've spent well over a couple thousand here in my total visits between takeout and dining in, so to receive such harsh words was extremely disappointing. I will no longer be recommending this restaurant to anyone.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Weera Thai Restaurant - Sahara; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I've been coming here for years, however I will no longer return. I am severely disappointed in the service I received recently. I ordered takeout and had an emergency so I was no longer able to come pick it up. Instead of being understanding the server told me I was being blacklisted and furthered that by telling me to "have a nice life." All over a $60 takeout. I'm sure I've spent well over a couple thousand here in my total visits between takeout and dining in, so to receive such harsh words was extremely disappointing. I will no longer be recommending this restaurant to anyone.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Weera Thai Restaurant - Sahara; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I've been coming here for years, however I will no longer return. I am severely disappointed in the service I received recently. I ordered takeout and had an emergency so I was no longer able to come pick it up. Instead of being understanding the server told me I was being blacklisted and furthered that by telling me to "have a nice life." All over a $60 takeout. I'm sure I've spent well over a couple thousand here in my total visits between takeout and dining in, so to receive such harsh words was extremely disappointing. I will no longer be recommending this restaurant to anyone.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Weera Thai Restaurant - Sahara; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I've been coming here for years, however I will no longer return. I am severely disappointed in the service I received recently. I ordered takeout and had an emergency so I was no longer able to come pick it up. Instead of being understanding the server told me I was being blacklisted and furthered that by telling me to "have a nice life." All over a $60 takeout. I'm sure I've spent well over a couple thousand here in my total visits between takeout and dining in, so to receive such harsh words was extremely disappointing. I will no longer be recommending this restaurant to anyone.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Weera Thai Restaurant - Sahara; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I've been coming here for years, however I will no longer return. I am severely disappointed in the service I received recently. I ordered takeout and had an emergency so I was no longer able to come pick it up. Instead of being understanding the server told me I was being blacklisted and furthered that by telling me to "have a nice life." All over a $60 takeout. I'm sure I've spent well over a couple thousand here in my total visits between takeout and dining in, so to receive such harsh words was extremely disappointing. I will no longer be recommending this restaurant to anyone.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 7 Leaves Cafe; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: Boba is cooked really well. It is fresh, (not re-boiled and hard in the center like some other places), chewy, and has a slight hint of honey. The give an okay amount of boba, I was out of boba about halfway through my drink so I wish there had been more. I got a jasmine milk tea and I thought that the flavor was really good. This is the first place that I have been to where you can buy a take home size of tea, a 1/2 gallon! I buy boba to boil myself at home so it would be awesome to bring home 1/2 a gallon and have boba tea whenever I want without having to leave my house!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Luxe Lashes; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: BEWARE!!!! The customer service here in regards to any complaints that you may have is TERRIBLE. Everyone is nice until you have a complaint to make. I called the day following my lash fill here because I had a bad experience. During the entire lash application my eyes were on fire (I later learned that it is from the chemical fumes of the glue, and that the burning is preventable by proper procedure by the lash technician). When I said my eyes were burning, however, the lash tech said it's because I was tired and didn't get enough sleep and it causes eye sensitivity. The lashes look good, so I check out and leave. A few hours later my eyes are bloodshot, and swelling (first picture), I look up what to do on google because at this point it's late and the shop is closed. This is also how I find out why my eyes were burning during the application and that I'm having an allergic reaction. I take a couple of Benadryl and quickly fall asleep. The next morning I wake up and find my eyes are in worse condition (second picture). I call the shop and let them know what is happening and they told me it was a seasonal allergy and to take allergy medication. I explain that I've already done that but it's getting worse. Their responses were short, had attitude, and had zero remorse for my situation. Not once was there an apology for my predicament, nor was a solution offered. I had to ask for a lash removal, and only then was I given the option to come in but "it was a service and I'd still get charged for it."
I'm writing this review now with one eye closed because tonight I have a new complication, a couple lashes are twisted and are now poking my eye every time I blink. (I've attached a picture explaining why this is happening.) I'm going to go to a different location that'll remove my lashes for me in the morning. I will not give my money to a business is dishonest (does not really provide 4 day guarantee backing as stated on their website) and furthermore, lacking in the customer service department.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Luxe Lashes; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: BEWARE!!!! The customer service here in regards to any complaints that you may have is TERRIBLE. Everyone is nice until you have a complaint to make. I called the day following my lash fill here because I had a bad experience. During the entire lash application my eyes were on fire (I later learned that it is from the chemical fumes of the glue, and that the burning is preventable by proper procedure by the lash technician). When I said my eyes were burning, however, the lash tech said it's because I was tired and didn't get enough sleep and it causes eye sensitivity. The lashes look good, so I check out and leave. A few hours later my eyes are bloodshot, and swelling (first picture), I look up what to do on google because at this point it's late and the shop is closed. This is also how I find out why my eyes were burning during the application and that I'm having an allergic reaction. I take a couple of Benadryl and quickly fall asleep. The next morning I wake up and find my eyes are in worse condition (second picture). I call the shop and let them know what is happening and they told me it was a seasonal allergy and to take allergy medication. I explain that I've already done that but it's getting worse. Their responses were short, had attitude, and had zero remorse for my situation. Not once was there an apology for my predicament, nor was a solution offered. I had to ask for a lash removal, and only then was I given the option to come in but "it was a service and I'd still get charged for it."
I'm writing this review now with one eye closed because tonight I have a new complication, a couple lashes are twisted and are now poking my eye every time I blink. (I've attached a picture explaining why this is happening.) I'm going to go to a different location that'll remove my lashes for me in the morning. I will not give my money to a business is dishonest (does not really provide 4 day guarantee backing as stated on their website) and furthermore, lacking in the customer service department.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Luxe Lashes; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: BEWARE!!!! The customer service here in regards to any complaints that you may have is TERRIBLE. Everyone is nice until you have a complaint to make. I called the day following my lash fill here because I had a bad experience. During the entire lash application my eyes were on fire (I later learned that it is from the chemical fumes of the glue, and that the burning is preventable by proper procedure by the lash technician). When I said my eyes were burning, however, the lash tech said it's because I was tired and didn't get enough sleep and it causes eye sensitivity. The lashes look good, so I check out and leave. A few hours later my eyes are bloodshot, and swelling (first picture), I look up what to do on google because at this point it's late and the shop is closed. This is also how I find out why my eyes were burning during the application and that I'm having an allergic reaction. I take a couple of Benadryl and quickly fall asleep. The next morning I wake up and find my eyes are in worse condition (second picture). I call the shop and let them know what is happening and they told me it was a seasonal allergy and to take allergy medication. I explain that I've already done that but it's getting worse. Their responses were short, had attitude, and had zero remorse for my situation. Not once was there an apology for my predicament, nor was a solution offered. I had to ask for a lash removal, and only then was I given the option to come in but "it was a service and I'd still get charged for it."
I'm writing this review now with one eye closed because tonight I have a new complication, a couple lashes are twisted and are now poking my eye every time I blink. (I've attached a picture explaining why this is happening.) I'm going to go to a different location that'll remove my lashes for me in the morning. I will not give my money to a business is dishonest (does not really provide 4 day guarantee backing as stated on their website) and furthermore, lacking in the customer service department.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Luxe Lashes; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: BEWARE!!!! The customer service here in regards to any complaints that you may have is TERRIBLE. Everyone is nice until you have a complaint to make. I called the day following my lash fill here because I had a bad experience. During the entire lash application my eyes were on fire (I later learned that it is from the chemical fumes of the glue, and that the burning is preventable by proper procedure by the lash technician). When I said my eyes were burning, however, the lash tech said it's because I was tired and didn't get enough sleep and it causes eye sensitivity. The lashes look good, so I check out and leave. A few hours later my eyes are bloodshot, and swelling (first picture), I look up what to do on google because at this point it's late and the shop is closed. This is also how I find out why my eyes were burning during the application and that I'm having an allergic reaction. I take a couple of Benadryl and quickly fall asleep. The next morning I wake up and find my eyes are in worse condition (second picture). I call the shop and let them know what is happening and they told me it was a seasonal allergy and to take allergy medication. I explain that I've already done that but it's getting worse. Their responses were short, had attitude, and had zero remorse for my situation. Not once was there an apology for my predicament, nor was a solution offered. I had to ask for a lash removal, and only then was I given the option to come in but "it was a service and I'd still get charged for it."
I'm writing this review now with one eye closed because tonight I have a new complication, a couple lashes are twisted and are now poking my eye every time I blink. (I've attached a picture explaining why this is happening.) I'm going to go to a different location that'll remove my lashes for me in the morning. I will not give my money to a business is dishonest (does not really provide 4 day guarantee backing as stated on their website) and furthermore, lacking in the customer service department.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Luxe Lashes; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: BEWARE!!!! The customer service here in regards to any complaints that you may have is TERRIBLE. Everyone is nice until you have a complaint to make. I called the day following my lash fill here because I had a bad experience. During the entire lash application my eyes were on fire (I later learned that it is from the chemical fumes of the glue, and that the burning is preventable by proper procedure by the lash technician). When I said my eyes were burning, however, the lash tech said it's because I was tired and didn't get enough sleep and it causes eye sensitivity. The lashes look good, so I check out and leave. A few hours later my eyes are bloodshot, and swelling (first picture), I look up what to do on google because at this point it's late and the shop is closed. This is also how I find out why my eyes were burning during the application and that I'm having an allergic reaction. I take a couple of Benadryl and quickly fall asleep. The next morning I wake up and find my eyes are in worse condition (second picture). I call the shop and let them know what is happening and they told me it was a seasonal allergy and to take allergy medication. I explain that I've already done that but it's getting worse. Their responses were short, had attitude, and had zero remorse for my situation. Not once was there an apology for my predicament, nor was a solution offered. I had to ask for a lash removal, and only then was I given the option to come in but "it was a service and I'd still get charged for it."
I'm writing this review now with one eye closed because tonight I have a new complication, a couple lashes are twisted and are now poking my eye every time I blink. (I've attached a picture explaining why this is happening.) I'm going to go to a different location that'll remove my lashes for me in the morning. I will not give my money to a business is dishonest (does not really provide 4 day guarantee backing as stated on their website) and furthermore, lacking in the customer service department.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: NAB Nail Bar; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I was looking for a new nail salon and decided to try this salon based on pictures and reviews. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist said that there was plenty of room for the time slot I wanted. Great. I arrived 15 minutes early and checked in. The receptionist said she'd go and let the tech know and directed me to sit down in the lobby and pick out colors. 15 minutes pass and tech still hasn't come by. Another 10 minutes pass and neither the tech nor the receptionist has an update for me. I began to look for a nearby salon as backup as I waited another 10 minutes before standing up to leave. No one had approached me and I had been waiting 45min now. A client walked to the front desk and began to pay, a tech walked past me and looked at me before walking through the door behind the receptionist desk. He walked back out and past me while talking on his phone. He didn't give me any acknowledgment and did not apologize for the wait. I made up my mind to leave at the point. As soon as I stand up and walk towards the door, the receptionist yells behind me that the tech is "finished up and is ready for me."
I didn't feel that my time was valued at all while I sat there and waited for almost an hour. When I made the appointment the receptionist made it sound as if there would be plenty of techs available for my mani and pedi. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. I only felt like they cared when they realized that they were going to lose a customer. Thankfully the salon I drove to that was 7 minutes away took amazing care of me!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NAB Nail Bar; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I was looking for a new nail salon and decided to try this salon based on pictures and reviews. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist said that there was plenty of room for the time slot I wanted. Great. I arrived 15 minutes early and checked in. The receptionist said she'd go and let the tech know and directed me to sit down in the lobby and pick out colors. 15 minutes pass and tech still hasn't come by. Another 10 minutes pass and neither the tech nor the receptionist has an update for me. I began to look for a nearby salon as backup as I waited another 10 minutes before standing up to leave. No one had approached me and I had been waiting 45min now. A client walked to the front desk and began to pay, a tech walked past me and looked at me before walking through the door behind the receptionist desk. He walked back out and past me while talking on his phone. He didn't give me any acknowledgment and did not apologize for the wait. I made up my mind to leave at the point. As soon as I stand up and walk towards the door, the receptionist yells behind me that the tech is "finished up and is ready for me."
I didn't feel that my time was valued at all while I sat there and waited for almost an hour. When I made the appointment the receptionist made it sound as if there would be plenty of techs available for my mani and pedi. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. I only felt like they cared when they realized that they were going to lose a customer. Thankfully the salon I drove to that was 7 minutes away took amazing care of me!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NAB Nail Bar; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I was looking for a new nail salon and decided to try this salon based on pictures and reviews. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist said that there was plenty of room for the time slot I wanted. Great. I arrived 15 minutes early and checked in. The receptionist said she'd go and let the tech know and directed me to sit down in the lobby and pick out colors. 15 minutes pass and tech still hasn't come by. Another 10 minutes pass and neither the tech nor the receptionist has an update for me. I began to look for a nearby salon as backup as I waited another 10 minutes before standing up to leave. No one had approached me and I had been waiting 45min now. A client walked to the front desk and began to pay, a tech walked past me and looked at me before walking through the door behind the receptionist desk. He walked back out and past me while talking on his phone. He didn't give me any acknowledgment and did not apologize for the wait. I made up my mind to leave at the point. As soon as I stand up and walk towards the door, the receptionist yells behind me that the tech is "finished up and is ready for me."
I didn't feel that my time was valued at all while I sat there and waited for almost an hour. When I made the appointment the receptionist made it sound as if there would be plenty of techs available for my mani and pedi. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. I only felt like they cared when they realized that they were going to lose a customer. Thankfully the salon I drove to that was 7 minutes away took amazing care of me!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NAB Nail Bar; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I was looking for a new nail salon and decided to try this salon based on pictures and reviews. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist said that there was plenty of room for the time slot I wanted. Great. I arrived 15 minutes early and checked in. The receptionist said she'd go and let the tech know and directed me to sit down in the lobby and pick out colors. 15 minutes pass and tech still hasn't come by. Another 10 minutes pass and neither the tech nor the receptionist has an update for me. I began to look for a nearby salon as backup as I waited another 10 minutes before standing up to leave. No one had approached me and I had been waiting 45min now. A client walked to the front desk and began to pay, a tech walked past me and looked at me before walking through the door behind the receptionist desk. He walked back out and past me while talking on his phone. He didn't give me any acknowledgment and did not apologize for the wait. I made up my mind to leave at the point. As soon as I stand up and walk towards the door, the receptionist yells behind me that the tech is "finished up and is ready for me."
I didn't feel that my time was valued at all while I sat there and waited for almost an hour. When I made the appointment the receptionist made it sound as if there would be plenty of techs available for my mani and pedi. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. I only felt like they cared when they realized that they were going to lose a customer. Thankfully the salon I drove to that was 7 minutes away took amazing care of me!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NAB Nail Bar; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I was looking for a new nail salon and decided to try this salon based on pictures and reviews. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist said that there was plenty of room for the time slot I wanted. Great. I arrived 15 minutes early and checked in. The receptionist said she'd go and let the tech know and directed me to sit down in the lobby and pick out colors. 15 minutes pass and tech still hasn't come by. Another 10 minutes pass and neither the tech nor the receptionist has an update for me. I began to look for a nearby salon as backup as I waited another 10 minutes before standing up to leave. No one had approached me and I had been waiting 45min now. A client walked to the front desk and began to pay, a tech walked past me and looked at me before walking through the door behind the receptionist desk. He walked back out and past me while talking on his phone. He didn't give me any acknowledgment and did not apologize for the wait. I made up my mind to leave at the point. As soon as I stand up and walk towards the door, the receptionist yells behind me that the tech is "finished up and is ready for me."
I didn't feel that my time was valued at all while I sat there and waited for almost an hour. When I made the appointment the receptionist made it sound as if there would be plenty of techs available for my mani and pedi. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. I only felt like they cared when they realized that they were going to lose a customer. Thankfully the salon I drove to that was 7 minutes away took amazing care of me!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: NAB Nail Bar; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I was looking for a new nail salon and decided to try this salon based on pictures and reviews. I called to make an appointment and the receptionist said that there was plenty of room for the time slot I wanted. Great. I arrived 15 minutes early and checked in. The receptionist said she'd go and let the tech know and directed me to sit down in the lobby and pick out colors. 15 minutes pass and tech still hasn't come by. Another 10 minutes pass and neither the tech nor the receptionist has an update for me. I began to look for a nearby salon as backup as I waited another 10 minutes before standing up to leave. No one had approached me and I had been waiting 45min now. A client walked to the front desk and began to pay, a tech walked past me and looked at me before walking through the door behind the receptionist desk. He walked back out and past me while talking on his phone. He didn't give me any acknowledgment and did not apologize for the wait. I made up my mind to leave at the point. As soon as I stand up and walk towards the door, the receptionist yells behind me that the tech is "finished up and is ready for me."
I didn't feel that my time was valued at all while I sat there and waited for almost an hour. When I made the appointment the receptionist made it sound as if there would be plenty of techs available for my mani and pedi. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. I only felt like they cared when they realized that they were going to lose a customer. Thankfully the salon I drove to that was 7 minutes away took amazing care of me!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: MD Nail Spa; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: Amazing customer service! From the moment I walked in to checking out, I felt that my time was valued by all of the staff, techs and receptionist included. I got a gel manicure and pedicure. I believe I chose the herbal pedicure, which is 60 minutes long. I definitely got 60 minutes worth of a foot rub/scrub. There were different scents to choose from, I went with mango. The shaping of my nails was perfect, they weren't over-trimmed and the techs definitely took their time. I didn't ever feel rushed. The pedi still hasn't chipped and it's been 4 weeks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: District One; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: I wish I could write two separate reviews.
This is my second time here. The first time I came I specifically came for the garlic noodles but unfortunately they were out. I ordered the oxtail rice and grilled squid and they were great. Service was great as well!
Second visit. I had spring rolls, garlic noodles, steak and rice, and a shrimp skewer. The spring rolls + dipping sauce were good, they have a surprise crunch -from a fried egg roll wrap(?). The garlic noodles and steak had a great flavor profile, just a tad heavy handed on the salt/fish sauce, other than that, great! The shrimp skewer is one shrimp on a skewer, I had it grilled. It was seasoned perfectly, not too much salt. Our server, Louisa was also pleasant, 5 stars for her!
My 2 stars comes from the bar. As we were dining, a song came on that prompted the bartender, Janelle, to say "No! No, turn this shit off. I'm sick of hearing this child molester!" When we asked her why she said that, she quickly changed her tone when she realized she shouldn't have said that. She said "Those weren't my words, they were the customers, I was just repeating them." Firstly, everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Secondly, it is not okay for an employee, in any circumstance, to "repeat" outwardly things a guest may or may not have said. She could have politely asked for her coworker just to change the song, or walked over to change it herself instead of yelling over the bar. Third, I was sitting at a table near the bar and facing her the entire time. The comment came from her, the two gentlemen sitting in front of her did NOT say anything in regards to the music. I dislike dishonesty, if you want to say something, own it. Do not put the blame on a guest when you realize you were in the wrong for saying it in the first place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: Great spot for late eats, highly recommend the Mac and cheese! Good for big groups to come watch the game too, it's never super crowded.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Color Nails; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: Kate did my gel pedicure and did a wonderful job! She & I had a great conversation and she took her time on my pedi. I never felt rushed. I selected the $45 pedi package with included a soak, sugar scrub, and two different creams. I got shade #532.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sinful Subs; City: Las Vegas, NV; Review: Okay, the subs here are f*cking amazing. The food + the customer service from the cashier, Vince, complement one another very well. I kid you not, he is extremely polite & attentive! I had the Krusty mac, TV Dinner, Baller Sub, and funnel stix. My least favorite thing, surprisingly, was the Mac. I think it's just because the subs are THAT good. Must try!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: The St Regis Washington D C; City: Washington DC District of Columbia; Review: I am frequently in DC and have stayed at a wide variety of places. None of them compare to the quality of the service and the overall experience at the St. Regis. It is a true delight every time. Excellent bar, fantastic restaurant, terrific rooms and exemplary service. Don't know what else a guest could ask for. Over the last 4 years I have not stayed anywhere else when I was in town. Go there, you will love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong; City: Hong Kong; Review: Spent three nights in this hotel and wished I could have stayed longer. Everything about it is fantastic. The hotels restaurants are among the finest I have ever eaten in anywhere. If you want excellent service, convenient location and world class luxury this is your place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Motor Inn Hotel Restaurant; City: Deming New Mexico; Review: Spent one night in this very comfortable facility. Do not be out off by the plain Jane appearance this is a real bargain. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, clean and everything works. The staff at the front desk and the restaurant and down home friendly and helpful. Food in the restaurant is all made fresh and is very tasty and extremely good value.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Mision Catavina; City: Catavina Ensenada Municipality Baja California; Review: Drove down the Baja Peninsula in Mid-April 2015 and stayed in this totally unexpected hotel. It is a gem. Hygenically clean, very lovely, large comfortable rooms, beautiful grounds, central courtyard that is truly an oasis with a pool. The bar and restaurnat provided excellent service and terrific food.I cannot say enough good things about this property. Completely unexpected in such a small and remote city.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Encuentro Guadalupe; City: Valle de Guadalupe Ensenada Municipality Baja California; Review: I stayed there twice recently on my drive down and back up the Baja Peninsula. When we arrived in early February we were informed that the hotel was short staffed. We were driven to our eco loft room with a spectacular view of the valley. The room was at best spartan and is little more than a metal shipping container with a concrete floor, bare light bulbs and a simple bathroom. The room was clean but very poorly equipped, e.g. only two towels. Since the property is spread out over two sides of a large hill younger asked to use walkie talkies to communicate with staff for transportation etc. That would be great if the they were monitored but they are not. That meant several 1/2 mile long walks to the lobby to communicate any needs. To say that service was poor is to give it too much credit. It was nonexistent. Our second stay was, shocking to us, even worse. In addition to the previous issues, now there was no food in the hotel. No dinner or breakfast, nothing. Service head deteriorated even further. This place is a tragic joke of a hotel. It is little more than camping. If it were cheap it would be one thing. For $400/night I feel like I was robbed. I truly hope they find new and professional ownership because it has the potential to be a good place. As it stands now it is not worth the time and certainly not worth the money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Whitby Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: We spent three nights at this facility and it is truly charming. Beautifully decorated, comfortable well appointed rooms with lovely amenities. The lobby, dining rooms and bar are really well done and could not be more charming. Unfortunately the service in the bar and the dining room is far below the expectations set by the beauty of the facility. On our first night after returning from the theater we went to the bar for a nightcap. There were very few people, four at the bar, one table of three, and one table of four. There were three barmen and what appeared to be a manager. We sat at the bar and watched for nearly 15 minutes as the staff engaged in what appeared to be a lively and fun conversation at the opposite end of the bar. After staring at them for some time I finally caught the eye of the Manager and gestured that we would like to order some drinks. He immediately sent the bartender our way and also approached us asking for our order. Hardly a great level of service. On our last morning we went to the dining room for breakfast. It is a beautiful space. again, like the bar two nights before it was not crowded. After being seated we were presented with menu's and asked for drink orders. 10 minutes later our coffee arrived and we placed our orders. 35 minutes later pour food arrived, barely above room temperature and one order missing one of the three items ordered. This is not how a luxury hotel dining room should be treating it's patrons. So while we might choose to stay at the Whitby in the future because it is so lovely I would avoid the bar and the dining rooms because it is just not worth the aggravation.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Dewberry Charleston; City: Charleston South Carolina; Review: Just got home from three nights at the Dewberry in Charleston. What a delight! Warm engaging service, beautifully decorated public areas, fantastic room all in keeping with their midcentury motif. We had a one bedroom suite overlooking the park that offered good views and lots of comfort. The Bathroom is spacious and well appointed and the living room area while small was very well furnished and a pleasure to spend time in. The lobby area called the living room has a small bar and plenty of comfortable seating in a lovely setting. The mixologists (it is inaccurate to call them bartenders in this case) carefully construct every one of their delicious concoctions. What a pleasant place to get out of the heat and enjoy yourself. The Bar in Henrietta's is likewise staffed and while a bit more traditional looking is just as much comfortable. What I think really made this stay so wonderful is the incredibly friendly staff. And, I mean genuinely friendly not is a hotel management dictated you will smile at the guests way. It really has to be experienced to be believed. I don't often say this but I will definitely return to the dewberry and soon!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casa Mayoral; City: Ensenada Ensenada Municipality Baja California; Review: This is a lovely spot with a charming look and is run by a very sweet couple. The room is comfortable and spacious. It just needs a little bit of refinement to be a world calls facility. The room needs to have brighter lights, the shower needs consistent hot water throughout an even brief shower, the hot water tap in the sink needs to work and the towels need to be larger than the current version. These are minor criticisms but the type of things that can be easily remedied and make this a significantly more enjoyable stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sands Hotel and Spa; City: Indian Wells Greater Palm Springs California; Review: We arrived this afternoon after a very long drive from Baja California Mexico. We were delighted at the look of the facility as it is very well executed. The decorating, design and grounds are all just a delight. The valet staff was friendly and extremely helpful. We were escorted inside to the small check in area and this is where things started to go wrong. We duly handed over our ID and CC and completed the registration form. I then asked if our room was on the ground floor and was told no but they could try and find us one but that none were available at that time. We said we would be happy to wait and they directed us to the pool lounge area. This is a truly pretty part of the hotel grounds. We sat outside and a very kind hostess from the restaurant bought us water for our dogs. That was a lovely surprise. We sat for about 40 minutes watching waiters pass us us to and fro before one of them asked if we wanted drinks, which we did, as it was 93 degrees, Our drinks came and after being at the hotel for one hour I went in to check on the status of our room and was told they were still working on it. We decided to take the dogs for a walk and returned after 30 minutes to be told that our room was ready and our luggage was inside it. When asked the receptionist informed me that it was a ground floors and directed me to it. As I was approaching the location to which I was directed an bell man came running after me to tell me that the room was actually on the other side of the facility and on the second floor. I went back to the front desk where the manager informed me that there were no first floor rooms available, Summarizing the disgruntled rhetoric from my side I expressed that this is not the way things should have gone, that my arrival was not a surprise and that waiting over 90 minutes only to be given the room originally assigned to us was amateurish. Additionally I expressed that the young lady checking people in might benefit from some remedial education about the layout of the facility and other aspects of her role. So all in all, beautiful place, truly lovely well appointed room, service that needs professionalization. It seems to be another case of modern service where friendly has been determined to be the same as capable. I'll take genuinely capable every time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Candlewood Suites Odessa; City: Odessa Texas; Review: Terrific place, close to the highway, super clean and with a friendly staff. The rooms while not overly large are well furnished. There is a small shop in the lobby and there are a large number of dining options nearby,.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pet Gear Easy Step IV Pet Stairs, 4-Step for Cats/Dogs, Portable/Lightweight, Sturdy; Brand: Pet Gear; Review: SURPRISINGLY an exceptional value - well built - easy to assemble and all three cats (yeah, I know it's built for dogs, but...) really like it. Pets were easily trained to use it: 1 cat treat on each step and they climbed (and learned) to retrieve them. Not that I have any further needs, but I would certainly purchase this item again !; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Solvit PetSafe PupSTEP Plus Pet Stairs, X-Large, Foldable Steps for Dogs and Cats, Best for Medium to Large Pets; Brand: Solvit; Review: LIGHT WEIGHT, yet STURDY. 3 cats, [1 brave one and 2 scary cats] and NONE of them hesitated using it. Only have 1 that NEEDS it, but guess the rest just got jealous. LOVE the 'one-piece' CONSTRUCTION (although it does fold so there ARE two pieces), makes for MUCH easier cleaning and vacuuming. Nice quality 'stick-on' carpet for traction.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PET STANDARD Premium Charcoal Filters for PetSafe Drinkwell 360 Fountains, Pack of 10; Brand: PET STANDARD; Review: Can only find TWO in a package when I go to the stores........much easier ordering a mess of them so they'll be handy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aeromark International Armarkat Cave Shape Pet Cat Beds for Cats and Small Dogs-Waterproof and Skid-Free Base; Brand: Armarkat; Review: ANY cat owner knows cats can be finicky. Have had this down, and in several different places but is only used RARELY. As a human, this LOOKED incredibly comfortable, but I guess cat's just have a different view. Separate 'pillow' insert that can be cleaned as needed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DCOU Modern Corrugated Cardboard Lounger Bed Cat Scratcher Healthy Cat Claws Scratching Post and Feather Toy Included; Brand: DCOU; Review: Have 3 cats. SOME prefer the 'round', snug fit bed to sleep in while others prefer the roomier square version. BOTH the units get a LOT of use !!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LITTLE GIANT 3-Quart Enclosed Feed Scoop; Brand: Little Giant; Review: Serving up 'grains' to the animals - such as Dry Dog Food and Dry Cat Food.....or, whatever grains, oats, etc., you happen to have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wellness Signature Selects Natural Canned Grain Free Wet Cat Food, Shredded Chicken & Turkey, 2.8-Ounce Can; Brand: Phillips Food Supply; Review: Mind you, I didn't try it, but the 3 cats seemed to enjoy it ! A bit pricey, however, hoping you get what you PAY FOR.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vetericyn Wound & Skin Care; Brand: Vetericyn; Review: Probably would be better for LARGE or DEEP wounds, but for smaller irritations, just plaining washing is effective - ya know, soap and water.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vetericyn FoamCare Pet Shampoo for Fine Coats Promotes Healthy Skin and Coat - Hypoallergenic with Aloe - Cleans,; Brand: Vetericyn; Review: FIRST, washing the dog is a huge chore - at least for THIS dog - hates baths! This soap is dispensed as FOAM so it's quickly spread on the dog's fur. SECOND, it kills all the infestation (fleas, etc.) pretty quickly I might add. Goes ON nicely and rinses off nicely since you don't have a glob of ordinary shampoo in any one place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Mickey's Tavern; City: Nashville, TN; Review: Cool bartenders, no smoking inside, better than average beer and liquor selection, open late, close to home, decent parking, fried bologna sandwiches.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Happy Taco; City: Nashville, TN; Review: Yes lawd! It's so nice to have a high quality taco truck so close by - definitely comparable to the trucks I frequently visited while living in Austin - gonna be a repeat customer, for sure.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Packard Service Center; City: Nashville, TN; Review: Awesome customer service and quick turnaround - felt great hearing all the mechanics be straight up with the other customers, no unnecessary repair additions were uttered...overall great experience!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Graham Stone Brewster; City: Nashville, TN; Review: This guy is great - he gave me great advice, and was totally professional - definitely highly recommend this guy!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guacamayas; City: Nashville, TN; Review: This place has been one of my favorites for years (even before the name change) First, their salsa actually has some real heat, unlike most of the tomato sauces typically served at most Nashville Mexican joints....another item this place excels in preparing are the chili rellenos - they omit that whipped egg merengue nonsense and instead use ranchero sauce and cheese good draft specials and great customer service!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: E+Rose Wellness Cafe of Nashville; City: Nashville, TN; Review: Oh my goodness! Finally some healthy options downtown! The staff was so very pleasant, and even made me a smoothie without hesitation when I arrived near the end of the day.....oh yeah, bomb avocado toast, as well!!!!! Definitely my new favorite place!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I Dream of Weenie; City: Nashville, TN; Review: I love this place - now as to why they aren't open at night (when I really want eat here and/or their profit margin would be incredible) BLOWS MY MIND!!!! I know over a hundred dogs a year would be personally sold to yours truly...I stare at this empty dog truck often and "dream of weenies" on the reg.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Drifters; City: Nashville, TN; Review: The best wings in Nashville without a doubt - a great selection of bbq/hot sauces - amazing burgers, too! The staff is fantastic (especially Sarah!); also, a dog friendly patio! Usually the live music is decent, as well.....highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Coast Burrito; City: Mount Juliet, TN; Review: Super clean and very well staffed version of the infamous 'Baja' - which is great, but is usually too packed to deal with or even park near...also dirty floors and tables after the rushes at 'Baja' kinda spoils my appetite and experience, sadly. However, the burritos at Blue Coast were very well constructed and very fresh! I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with the owner; and, will definitely become a regular.....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: El Rey; City: Nashville, TN; Review: PSA - they have closed down ..... so try out Bakersfield or Oscar's taco bar......on Tuesdays, the cerveza jack bar next door has $2 tacos, if that works for you.....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: NTB - National Tire & Battery; City: Mount Juliet, TN; Review: Here we go: the website stated a decent price for 4 tires, so I re-inflated and drove 21 miles to get this 'deal' - when i arrived, that price wasn't valid. Great. I have a nail in my tire, and probably not a whole lot of distance to go before I am stranded. The employee offered me several other more expensive options, knowing full well I was stuck. One of these offers said there was a $70 mail-in rebate. Maybe a silver lining? Nope. I unfortunately fell in this trap, and STILL have yet to receive this rebate check (it's been 5 months!); also, the phone number provided to gain customer service is (guess what) A TOTAL RUNAROUND!!! Robbed in clear daylight. You're not gonna get your money back from this bait and switch rebate scam; so, do yourself a favor, and steer clear of this racket warehouse.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Guthrie's Ace Hardware; City: Nashville, TN; Review: Wow. On Black Friday I ordered and paid for a Craftsman tool kit after sitting on hold (hearing 'Ace is the place with the helpful hardware folks' on repeat) with the employee for over 20 minutes just to place an order! This kit was supposed to be a Christmas present for my father, but I heard nothing from the store for weeks after I was guaranteed it would arrive on time. Christmas comes and goes, as does the whole month of January. I call, I drive over 75 miles round trip three times. Nothing. I finally get a call stating that the kit I ordered was gonna be replaced with a slightly smaller set, but I gotta wait longer. Fine. Just give me the tools I have been very patiently waiting on. Yesterday, I got a phone call stating that my tool kit has finally arrived and is ready for pickup. I, once again, drive all the way back out there, just to be told 'some Mexicans' came and already picked it up. I ask, "How is that even possible?", and all he can say is, 'they had a receipt!' WTF. No mention of being sorry, nor any actions on their end to try to make this right. So, of course, I asked to be refunded. What sucks even more, is that I loved walking around this place with excitement and wonder, as they seem to have any part you might need for so many projects. Unfortunately, I will never support such a poorly run business that cares 0% for its customers, and holds up all the jobs my dad and I have been waiting to repair and complete for months. I wish I could give this place -5 stars.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mount Juliet Beer Company; City: Mount Juliet, TN; Review: Placed a pickup order with a very nice gentleman and it was ready to go upon arrival, smooth and quick! Awesome selection and customer service! My new favorite b-double-e-double-r-u-n destination!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: China Moon; City: Mount Juliet, TN; Review: I love this place! Not only are they following COVID safety protocols, they are wicked fast and delicious! I love the sesame chicken and their hot and sour soup! My dad really loved their lo mein, as well....I will be back many times!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JB's Pour House; City: Hermitage, TN; Review: Says it's open until 2, and I arrived at 11 o'clock with tons of people standing out front and locked doors - lame.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pelikan 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue, 30ml, 1 Each (301010); Brand: Pelikan; Review: Fountain pens are somewhat of a passion of mine, 90% of the writing I do is with a fountain pen. I like italic nibs, which add flare and expression to my work; however, my writing was getting a little boring using black ink all the time, so I decided to break with the tradition and try blue ink (my office preferred black ink for many years but recently has allowed us to use blue). I shopped around a bit and the Pelikan ink looked like a good buy. It was. I have been very pleased with the rich royal blue and I am comfortable with it in my Pelikan and Monte Blanc pens. If you want to try blue, this is definitely the hue.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pelikan 4001 TP/6 Ink Cartridges for Fountain Pens, Brilliant Black, 0.8ml, 12 Pack (330803); Brand: Pelikan; Review: as advertised; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pelikan 4001 Bottled Ink for Fountain Pens, Royal Blue, 30ml, 1 Each (301010); Brand: Pelikan; Review: My favorite blue inks, vibrant. The name says it all: royal blue.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pilot Fountain Pen Converter (CON-50); Brand: Pilot; Review: Simple but effective.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pilot Parallel Calligraphy Pen Set, 1.5 mm, 2.4 mm, 3.8 mm and 6 mm with Bonus Ink Cartridge (P9005SET); Brand: Pilot; Review: This is my first parallel pen set. If you are serious about calligraphy, you should give these a try. Nice "wet" nib of a unique design. Inexpensive way to write richly!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pilot Parallel Pen Ink Refills for Calligraphy Pens, Assorted Colors, 12 Cartridges per Pack, Carded (77318); Brand: Pilot; Review: As advertised. Deep black ink for the parallel pen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Parker Quink Ink Refill Cartridge for 5th Technology Ink Pens, Medium Point, Blue (S0958990); Brand: Parker; Review: Great refill at reasonable price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: 2018 Magic Trio Peeler, Vegetable and Fruit Peeler (Set of 3); Brand: Yidarton; Review: I am a type II diabetic looking for different ways to improve my diet. I recently decided to go back to a low fat, vegan diet as opposed to the portion/carb control that is the general guideline of the American Diabetes Association. When I was following the ADA guidelines, I found one of the items I missed the most was pasta/noodles. Spiralizing gave me a possibility to get some of the texture I was missing and still keep my carb intake low. I tried a hand held spiralizer similar to the Vegetti that is advertised on TV, and found it to be cumbersome and messy. It worked, but I ended up putting it in my drawer and decided to look for an alternative. I have looked at numerous reviews of different spiralizers, in particular noting how many five and four star reviews each got...but also making a point of reading the 1 star reviews. I found that most of the machines, even the ones with very high average star ratings, appeared to break within a year for many people. Folks also brought up concerns about using a tool made with plastic and whether or not chemicals could leech into their vegetables which I hadn't thought of prior to looking at the reviews. So I decided to get this tool to see if it would work for me (also it meant I could see whether or not I really would like to add this type of vegetable texture to my diet (which I definitely do now) and also to get my toe in the water without spending the $30 to $70 on a spiralizer machine. The julienne blade works quite well and cleans easily with just a regular dishwashing brush. However, the 'noodles' are not the angel hair width that many people prefer. Also, the strips do not come off separated totally, although they seem to fall apart into individual strands with just a minor tossing. Obviously the strands are limited by the length of whatever vegetable you julienne and I would not recommend this for large quantities....so if you are planning on using the julienne blade for more than one or two people I think you would get bored or frustrated after a bit. The blades are sharp and it does not come with a guard, so that is something people with small children might be concerned about. I find the handle to be substantial and comfortable (much more so that the run of the mill peeler handle) and the peeler blade works quite well so this might be a good choice for someone whose grip might be challenged because of age or some other condition. Overall I highly recommend it as a peeler but only recommend it as a spiralizing tool.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silicone Microwave Popcorn Popper | Micro-Popper | Popcorn Maker | Red; Brand: SiliCo; Review: I don't like the way it closes and found that kernels would get through the openings and make a mess in the microwave. I eventually purchased something else and hope that works better for me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Helen Chen's Asian Kitchen 4-Inch Bamboo Steamers, Set of 2; Brand: Helen's Asian Kitchen; Review: I had one other bamboo steamer. It started smoking and burned a bit from the heat from my burner. Since I was not wanting to cause a fire I thought I would just toss the steamer and call it a day but on the other hand, I like the amount of steaming I can get done and the ease of use. I assumed there must be a solution and went on amazon and this is what popped up in my search. Bought a new steamer, and used this wring on my largest burner and so far so good. Seems to have solved the problem.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips Lewis Pepper Mill; Brand: OXO; Review: Easily the best pepper mill I've used. It turns easily and feels well engineered in the hand. Two very minor complaints (so minor they aren't really complaints....more live a very vague and very mild frustration): The little plastic door that you flip open to feed the pepper corns into (the clear part pulls out on one end) is a bit small. I have managed to make a bit of a mess filling it. Do not lose the white plastic cover for the bottom of the mill or it will leave ground pepper wherever you place it. Really this is something expected but I want to live in the world where there is no mess, my floors are cleaned and mopped, I'm organized and on time to everything, and I can fly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HOMMP 16-Piece Dinner Spoons, Stainless Steel, 8.27 Inch; Brand: Hommp; Review: The price and quality are great. The only reason I didn't give it a 5 star rating is the spoons are a little larger than a typical tablespoon...which I don't mind but others might. In fact, I use them as serving spoons sometimes. That said, I would recommend them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Pearl Izumi Men's Liner Short; Brand: Pearl iZUMi; Review: Though I don't know WHAT they mean when they say "removable elite 3d chamois" - mine certainly doesn't appear to be "removable"??? Still - I've done many rides, including my first "century" ride in these, and they are fantastic. Great for spin classes too. I'm an "XL" in most shorts, and an XL in these - they fit true to size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casio Women's BG169R-8 "Baby-G" Gray Resin Sport Watch; Brand: Casio; Review: After watching my girlfriend go through several lesser watches from relatively minor water exposure, I stepped her up to the feminine version of the watch I wore in the Marine Corps. You just CAN'T go wrong with a g-shock model watch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Topeak The Mini Plus 18-Function Bicycle Tool; Brand: Topeak; Review: why almost? c'mon Topeak - how much space would it take to put a knife blade in there? Do you know how often we need a knife?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare Travel Mate Telescopic Rod & Reel Combo; Brand: Shakespeare; Review: DO NOT BUY. Look at the pictures and you will see that you have to remove the reel from the rod every time you want to store it. That means that while you are kayaking down the river and you want to fish a bit, you have to hook the reel to the rod, string the rod, and by the time you get it together the fish have gone home.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Byers 1700 Big Bobber Floating Cooler; Brand: Byers; Review: This does not, quite frankly live up to expectations. Unless you are going to do a complete redesign as one of the other users did, this product is completely worthless as a 'floating cooler". Want to go kayaking / tubing / and have some cold drinks along the way? This product is NOT water-tight and will fill with river water within the first 30 seconds. How do I know? Because I took it tubing with me today. After the first minute, it was a water-filled anchor that just held me back. I literally got out of my tube, dumped the cooler out, and put IT in the tube (mesh bottom) instead of me. If you're taking this to the pool to keep a few drinks cold, I'm sure it will work fine, but the name (and shape) implies that this would work as a "tow behind floating cooler" and it is ANYTHING but that...; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Sphere Stationary Swimmer; Brand: Aqua Sphere; Review: I am very happy with these. I purchased mine in July 2012 and am just now having to replace them due to wear. I don't think they are ideal for heavy kicking, however. I mostly leave my legs still and let my arms do all the work. Not ideal for "swim training", but works for exorcising your upper body.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FREETOO Tactical Gloves Military Rubber Hard Knuckle Outdoor Gloves for Men; Brand: FREETOO; Review: These are NOT "hard knuckle" gloves, they are padded knuckle gloves. They seemed very high quality and would have been great, but I need "hard knuckle" gloves for knocking on walls and these just won't do the trick.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Angels of the Knights: ~Fallon~; Author: Visit Amazon's Valerie Zambito Page; Review: Angels of the Knights - Fallon was a wonderful read. The story was a new spin on the age old question about life after death. The characters were believable and Fallon grabs the reader's attention and holds it until the end. Recommended for ages 14 and up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Night with a Rock Star; Author: Chana L. Keefer; Review: "One Night with a Rock Star" is a realistic look at what it would be like to spend time with a rock star and the aftermath of that night. The story is not what you think. It is so much more, following the life of the girl who had that opportunity and how it affected her life over the following two years. As a writer of the ShadowsForge series (published by Whiskey Creek Press), I loved spending time with Skye and Esther, the lady he came to love in one night. I could see the reality of the story, the battles with the media, and how Esther fought her way through it to be happy. The book is well written, the characters believable and the ending perfect. Cheers!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unleashed: A Sydney Rye Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Emily Kimelman Page; Review: Unleashed began as a great murder mystery with my favorite creature, the dog, involved. Unfortunately, it doesn't have the proper editing, which kept pulling me out of the story. Half way through, it turned to a sexual content level that I don't care for so I ended my reading there, before it got worse. This story may be appreciated by another, and after all, a review is only one person's perspective on a book, but it was not my cup of tea.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Moon Coin (The Moon Realm Series, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Due Page; Review: the story seemed to wander too much for my liking. That does not mean there is not a market for this story. It was just not what I had time to deal with. I have a limited amount of reading time and needed to move on to something else. Many will enjoy this story, I'm sure.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Soriel: Starfire Angels: Revelations Book 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Melanie Nilles Page; Review: I've thoroughly enjoyed the Starfire Angel series and this installment explains more about the homeworld of these amazing creatures. I'm hoping that Soriel shows up again in future installments. A wonderful read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dog Aliens 1: Raffle's Name; Author: Visit Amazon's Cherise Kelley Page; Review: This book would be better suited for a younger person than myself. The small dogs were annoying and the bigger dogs have too much attitude that was not endearing. Perhaps children would find this read more enjoyable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of the Past (The Reed Ferguson Mystery Series Book 5) - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Renee Pawlish Page; Review: In the style of Dashell, The adverntures of Reed Ferguson are wonderfully written. Where the classic gum-shoe meets the contemporary world. This is the second one I've had the pleasure to read. I hope to read many more. Jena Galifany Author ShadowsForge Series re-release coming soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Christmas Bargain (A Victorian Holiday Romance); Author: Visit Amazon's Shanna Hatfield Page; Review: This is a wonderful Christmas story that is worthy of reading even if it is not December. The point of view skipped about but the overall story was a blessing. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Simple: 30 Ways to Declutter Your Life - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Beth Jones Page; Review: Living with two pack rats is not easy. I know. I've done it for 24 years. This little easy to read and easy to follow book will be a blessing to me in my pursuit of an organized home. I recommend this book as a gift to young people before the clutter monster moves into their lives.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Yorkshire Christmas; Author: Visit Amazon's Kate Hewitt Page; Review: The story was pleasant to read, if not obvious. Broken man rescues broken woman stranded on the snow. The story would have been just as enjoyable without the sex. Overall, the manuscript needs editing for dropped words and a few typos. Thus only 4 stars.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Where Only God Could Lead: The Life Story of Don Sisk; Author: Visit Amazon's Cary Schmidt Page; Review: An awesome story of the life of a man of faith. Well worth the read. This work is well researched and written by Pastor Cary Schmidt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternity: A Contemporary Inspirational Romance; Author: Visit Amazon's Staci Stallings Page; Review: Eternity is a well written story that has the reader captured from the beginning. The trials of the heart are true to life and each step keeps the reader enthralled. My only complaint is that the author should have taken more care with the editing process. Word drops and repeats pull the reader from the action on several occasions. Otherwise, I truly enjoyed this love story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jennie, The Mother of Winston Churchill; Author: Anita Leslie; Review: This biography is well written and well researched. The excerpts from letters lends a fascinating realism to the story of a woman out of time. She held her head high in the worst of times. She did what she was able to for soldiers and society. She supported those she loved without question. Jennie was a perfect lady. The only issue I have with this book is a lack of proper editing. There are word drops and the occasional stray period in the text. Otherwise this is a most enjoyable history of a lady and her chosen country.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Happy Hollisters and the Cuckoo Clock Mystery (The Happy Hollisters, No. 24); Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry West Page; Review: I still have several of my childhood collection of Happy Hollister books. They were a joy to read. This installment is no exception. Who would not want to search for pirate treasure? The Hollister children are a fine example of the way children used to be raised, with respect and obedience. A wonderful example to the children of today.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Happy Hollisters and the Scarecrow Mystery (Volume 14); Author: Visit Amazon's Jerry West Page; Review: The Happy Hollisters books were a large part of my childhood. The stories are well written and offer a lot of information for young people to learn. The mysteries are exciting as well. The series is a must read for young and old alike.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dog Who Was There; Author: Visit Amazon's Ron Marasco Page; Review: What to say after finishing this wonderful and tragic story that is wrapped around the greatest story in history. It brings to life the truth of first century living conditions in Jerusalem and shares the story of Jesus from a new point of view. Absolutely moving. I loved the story and pray all who read it come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Grave Man - A Sam Prichard Novel (The Sam Prichard Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's David Archer Page; Review: I adore series books. I love private investigators. So far, this series shows promise for two of my favorite things. The characters are realistic and believable. I love Sam's sarcasm. Indie is proving to be a strong and intelligent woman. The reason behind the 4 star rating is the book could use some editing. I came across a few instances that pulled me from total immersion in the story, but as a writer myself, I know that happens no matter how hard we try to catch every typo. The bottom line is, I love this book and look forward to reading book two.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Cable Beachside Villas; City: Broome Kimberley Region Western Australia; Review: Great location, close to beach, close to public transport. Reasonable price. Villas lovely, clean, well set up. Met all our needs. Catered for 6 people, enough space didn't feel like tripping over each other. Management helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Albion Hotel; City: Kalgoorlie Boulder Western Australia; Review: Had a family room, nice room, clean and comfortable. Rooms nicely set out, enough beds for 6 people. Décor up to date. Kitchenette area. Good water pressure in shower. Hotel has bottle shop and bistro. Reasonable price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Majestic Oasis Apartments; City: Port Augusta South Australia; Review: Great room spacious. king size bed, separate room 3rd person a fold out sofa, very comfortable. In room dining, choice of 3 or 4 restaurants who supply to apartments. Clean and comfortable. Reception opened to 11pm, able to get drinks, snack food and hot coffee from reception. Reasonable price. Free wi-fi Only problem is the shower pressure, very low.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: South Terrace Motel; City: Adelaide Greater Adelaide South Australia; Review: I'm a regular guest. Prices are good, service is excellent, well located. Would recommend for single or family visits. Central location. Easy to get a taxi. Walking distance to eateries. Park area for children.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Welcome Melbourne; City: Melbourne Victoria; Review: Central location, easy to get around using the trams. Close to large shopping malls. Variety of restaurants and cafes within walking distance. Close to China Town. In house restaurant was great food and great service. Still thinking of their lamb shank one of the best I have had. Active location in the mall and street always something to look at. Felt safe walking around at night. Hotel staff, friendly and helpful, room though small, was well maintained and very clean.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tonsley Hotel Motel; City: Tonsley Marion Greater Adelaide South Australia; Review: Rooms are standard, neat and clean. Service staff at reception and in restaurant are congenial and very helpful. Meals are very good, have had a variety and enjoyed them all. Restaurant at night is always busy, which speaks volumes when enjoyed by the locals. Free parking and easy access to main arterial road, South Road. Mattress comfortable. Foxtel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Waldorf Madeleine; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: Older hotel which had charm, Staff very pleasant and helpful. Room was spacious, bed comfortable, very clean. Only fault was no restaurant, but were some great ones in walking distance. Breakfast menu available, that we did not use. Coffee machine in room and iron and ironing board. Enjoyable stay, would use again. Price mid to high range for family on a budget.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stamford Plaza Adelaide; City: Adelaide Greater Adelaide South Australia; Review: Great Location, close to the Adelaide Oval, casino, railway station and Rundle mall. Hotel rooms clean, spacious. Of site car parking available. Tram at the door, free for use in CBD areas and to Entertainment ct, and Royal Adelaide Hospital. Breakfast available, restaurants attached to site. Customer service excellent, staff friendly and helpful.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: CSI: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Day Without a Mexican (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taking Lives (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Chronicles of Riddick (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Movie (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ned Kelly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Valentine (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ringu (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ju-on: The Grudge (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cabin Fever (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I'm With Lucy (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Warlock: The Armageddon (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bubba Ho-Tep (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paparazzi (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Without a Paddle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Friday Night Lights (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Water (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Alien vs. Predator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead End (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deep Impact (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. 3000 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saw (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Angel: Season 5 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Grudge (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Exorcist: The Beginning (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monk: Season 1 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: CSI: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deliverance (1972); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deadwood: Season 1 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fat Albert (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taxi (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: After the Sunset (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frailty (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carnivale: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Elektra (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clerks (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eulogy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raise Your Voice (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Assassination of Richard Nixon (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mickey (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wrong Turn (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Orgazmo (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Assault on Precinct 13 (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Noise (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kinsey (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alone in the Dark (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Son of the Mask (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Are We There Yet? (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: A Princess of Landover; Author: Visit Amazon's Terry Brooks Page; Review: I am a long time fan of the Magic Kingdom of Landover and have read the entire series twice. I am constantly watching for a new book in the series of the Magic Kingdom story. I haven't finished reading this one yet. But, so far it is just a great as the rest of the story. I'm already looking for to another book by Terry Brooks in this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hide in Plain Sight (Three Sisters Inn, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Marta Perry Page; Review: This book reads very slow to start. I almost did not finish it. But as it came close to the end, it began to hold my interest and turned out to be a good book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Soulkeepers (The Soulkeepers Series) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's G. P. Ching Page; Review: This book was not what I expected. The author ran different story lines all through the entire book. Abruptly ending what appeared to be the story line. and started another just to finally go back and finish the book with the original story line. It very mixed up. I don't think I would recommend it anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Warrior's Revenge; Author: Visit Amazon's Coreene Callahan Page; Review: I did not like it. Did not finish it. It just did no hold my interest. Not my kind of story. Ir moved to slow.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Four Blood Moons: Something Is About to Change; Author: John Hagee; Review: I would recommend it to everyone. Especially to those interested in Biblical Prophecy and the end times. The author has done a lot research and it all makes sense.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4th Grade Jumbo Math Success Workbook: Activities, Exercises, and Tips to Help Catch Up, Keep Up, and Get Ahead; Author: Sylvan Learning; Review: This book has some good work in it. It does follow common core curriculum which is very frustrating for my kids, but with homeschooling, I can teach them the proper way to learn math without the frustration!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Peterson First Guide(R) to Clouds and Weather (Peterson First Guides); Author: Visit Amazon's John A. Day Page; Review: I homeschool my children and this book is very helpful in teaching them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DK Workbooks: Spelling, Third Grade: Learn and Explore; Author: Visit Amazon's DK Page; Review: This book has been very helpful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reading Weather: The Field Guide To Forecasting The Weather (Falcon Guides); Author: Jim Woodmencey; Review: I homeschool my children and this is a very helpful book on teaching them about weather! Highly recommend!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mastering the Art of Japanese Home Cooking; Author: Visit Amazon's Masaharu Morimoto Page; Review: This is my favorite cookbook! The detailed images on how to create these masterpieces are so helpful! The recipes are amazing too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Draw Manga Faces for Expressive Characters: Learn to Draw More Than 900 Faces; Author: Hosoi Aya; Review: This book helped my daughter achieve her goals!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Japanese Cooking Made Simple: A Japanese Cookbook with Authentic Recipes for Ramen, Bento, Sushi & More; Author: Visit Amazon's Salinas Press Page; Review: Great recipes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific; City: Terrigal New South Wales; Review: My family and I had a lovely mini-break at the Crowne Plaza, Terrigal over the Fathers Day weekend. Although the hotel is currently undergoing renovations, it didn't interfere with our enjoyment of the facilities. Our pool view rooms were lovely and spacious and you could view part of the ocean as well from these rooms. It was great to be able to join in the classes at the gym with our local Terrigal friend for free. We did Zumba and water aerobics and Sam the instructor of both classes was excellent - always smiling and very helpful! The coffee shop at the front of the hotel was great - wonderful service and lovely waitresses.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bali Mandira Beach Resort Spa; City: Legian Kuta District Bali; Review: This is a lovely hotel with friendly staff, spacious rooms and wonderful gardens. Prima the duty manager did a great job changing our room allocation at the last minute. The yoga classes before breakfast were excellently led by Nadi and the adults only pool an absolute bonus. The breakfast was wonderful as was the Seafood Theme dinner. I will definitely return to the Bali Mandira.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maria Capellini Rooms; City: Vernazza Cinque Terre Italian Riviera Liguria; Review: After doing a lot of research we booked Maria's Charming Room. The location of this apartment actually made the time in Vernazza perfect for us. Maria was waiting for us as we had given her a rough arrival time. She explained the runnings of the apartment thoroughly to my daughter who luckily speaks Italian. We had aperitivos on the little chair outside most days with the most wonderful view of the square and the water. On our last night we had to transfer to the Cosy Studio which was in Maria's building in the square, up many flights of stairs. This apartment is not a patch on the Charming room and has no outlook to the water. Both apartments were the same price. They were spotlessly clean and tidy although only have the basics, in fact you couldn't cook in the Charming Room, however with many great restaurants around, why would you cook? It was a pleasure to meet Maria and her family during our stay; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Residence La Limonera; City: Bellagio Lake Como Lombardy; Review: We booked a medium apartment at Residence La Limonera and it was perfect - ground floor with outdoor table and chairs in the lovely rose garden. All the gardens are magnificent and I particularly loved the herbs growing, very fragrant. The kitchen was well equipped and the furniture was lovely in the apartment. We wanted to stay an additional night and it was full. To our delight, Daniela rang us hours later and she had organised for us to move to a smaller apartment for the extra night. The apartments are in an ideal location with everything you need outside the gate. The deli to the right is particularly well stocked. We were able to utilise the outdoor area most days as we were lucky with the weather and enjoyed our aperitivo there most afternoons. I definitely hope that I get to return one day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Portofino; City: Rapallo Italian Riviera Liguria; Review: We booked two rooms at the Hotel Portofino and were more than pleasantly surprised at the standard. One room lead out onto a roof top terrace with table and chairs which we utilised for afternoon drinks. The beds were very comfortable and a lovely touch throughout the hotel was candles and magazines which gave it a homely feel. Admittedly the bathroom was very small and noisy but it didn't detract from our stay. The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. We were able to use the very attractive TV room to store our bags on the day of departure. The same staff were serving breakfast which was excellent considering the price we had paid for the rooms. It's about a 5-10 minute walk from the train station. We would definitely return.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Villa Provence; City: Pokolbin Cessnock Greater Newcastle New South Wales; Review: Contrary to some other reviews, we loved our stay at Villa Provence and can't wait to go back. Jo was extremely helpful over the phone explaining that the one bedroom suites were fully booked and would we like a studio - we found the Merlot room very private and just perfect for two nights. She also recommended good local restaurants. Our name was clearly marked on arrival and the room found easily. It was clean and contained lovely tea's and champagne and chocolates. Sitting by the pool on the glorious days we had was beautiful and peaceful as there was no-one else around. There was a good complimentary DVD and book collection. Villa Provence is not meant to be 5 star but more than met our expectations and will definitely go back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Grange on Hermitage; City: Pokolbin Cessnock Greater Newcastle New South Wales; Review: We arrived quite late for just one night's accommodation, enroute from Tamworth to Sydney. Ken met us and showed us to our room. He was extremely helpful, ringing the nearby Mistletoe Winery to check if they were still open for wine tasing and purchasing - they were! We ducked over there straight away to buy some vine to take to dinner. Ken called back with our breakfast which was included as part of the tariff. It was a simple breakfast but the highlight was lovely fresh home made fruit salad. The room we had was lovely and private and spotlessly clean. Sadly we only had the one night but hope to return for longer next time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Macquarie Waters Hotel Apartments; City: Port Macquarie New South Wales; Review: Wow, it's been many years since I was in Port Macquarie and boy has it changed! The lovely cafes over the water and the fabulous walking areas! We stayed at the Macquarie Waters after reading it's great reviews on Trip Advisor and weren't disappointed. The reception staff were friendly and the room was clean and spacious. The toiletries were lovely, the pool was perfect. Wish we had booked more than one night. Will definitely return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Erakor Island Resort Spa; City: Port Vila Efate; Review: We recently had a wonderful week on Erakor. Whilst the weather was not good, we still managed a very relaxing holiday. Our accommodation was basic but adequate for what we paid. I loved the breakfast buffet, especially the freshly cooked eggs done a different way each morning. Nothing is too much trouble for all the staff on Erakor. Friendly and efficient management as well. I watched the manager sort a restaurant patron's problem out quickly and in a friendly manner. They both shook hands over the problem. The Spa was OK but didn't appreciate being talked into upgrading to a more expensive massage when I really only wanted what I had purchased. Also the boats were often unavailable, or as one staff member told us, damaged. Overall we had a wonderful holiday and will definitely return.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Aveiro Palace; City: Aveiro Aveiro District Northern Portugal; Review: A lovely find in a perfect location to explore Aveiro in two days. The staff were excellent and very helpful with parking directions, maps and free water bottles. The parking overnight was 5 Euro's which by comparison to other European cities is very cheap. The rooms were very clean and sufficiently big enough for a couple of nights and as ours overlooked the square, it was a great view and lovely for photos. Breakfast was also excellent, fresh and varied, a great start to the day. We could walk from the hotel to many restaurants and an open shopping mall so we had chosen a great location.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whitsunday Apartments Hamilton Island; City: Hamilton Island Whitsunday Islands Queensland; Review: The Whitsunday Apartments are wonderful. The staff are friendly and it's a very organised place with flights coming and going constantly. It's all run like a well-run ship. Our room on the 8th floor was spacious and well designed (ie two doors to the bathroom). The kitchen was well equipped and the fridge was spotless. The apartments are a little "tired" but the view was magnificent and most of our time was spent on the balcony. An excellent choice of accommodation and I can't wait to return. The front desk staff were exceptional, even when very busy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Riu Palace Pacifico; City: Flamingos Nuevo Vallarta Pacific Coast; Review: Stayed here for two weeks in March and had a wonderful holiday. The hotel has a beautiful reception area very grandeoise, sparkling chandeliers and marble. The staff are all smiling and exceptionally willing to help with any query/request that you may have. We upgraded to a Jacuzzi suite and loved it, beautiful room with wonderful views of the beach, sea, mountains and everywhere really,it was worth the extra and we were very spoiled. The cleaning staff were so friendly and efficient. Alexis, our minibar sticker, was a real character and we had a good laugh every day with him. The beach was Sandy and clean with plenty of sunbeds on offer, the staff ran around supplying drinks and we could never work out how they remembered whose was what. We had no trouble booking the specialty restaurants at all and used these most nights as we are not buffet lovers and like to eat later. Krystal was excellent, food, staff and ambience. The pool area was very busy and noisy and we don't agree with putting towels out at 4am so forget front line but you could always find a bed or two in the shady area. Drinks were branded and a very good selection. The entertainment team really work hard and the nightly shows were quite entertaining, the Americans seem to love it, you could always get a seat here too and let Paula take care of you. Hopefully covered it all. We absolutely loved the hotel and will return to see Hector on reception and everyone else. Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ngorongoro Farm House Tanganyika Wilderness Camps; City: Ngorongoro Conservation Area Arusha R; Review: Loved the rooms but too many people. We prefer a smaller location with a more personal feel about it. The gardens were beautiful. Staff very helpful and friendly. It's fine if you just like buffet food, we like to sit and be spoilt whilst on holiday.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diamonds Star of the East; City: Nungwi Zanzibar Island Zanzibar Archipelago; Review: We have just returned from what was an outstanding stay at Diamonds, it simply takes your breath away with perfect blue sea and white sands. We stayed in a private villa and would highly recommend them, you are totally spoilt by all the staff but especially your own butlers. All the staff are exceptionally helpful and always smiling from the housekeepers to management. Cannot recommend this hotel enough and hope to return again! Anne, the operations manager who looked after the villas literally bends over backwards to cater for every request you have - outstanding service and always with a smile and friendly banter. Food was glorious and plenty of entertainment if that's your thing.if you can, simply just go and experience this fantastic place!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Balneario la Encarnacion; City: Los Alcazares; Review: This is a beautiful building on the seafront in Alcazares, typically Spanish. Has a colourful courtyard where you can hold special functions. We had a table outside on the terrace and sat in the high wicker backed chairs listening to the waves and enjoying the sea breeze. We choose off the a la carte menu and the salad starters are plentiful, big enough for two to share. The garlic prawns were delicious as was the revuelto. Two of us had steak and two fish, one was the lubina cooked in salt which was served and filleted at the table. The food was delicious and enjoyed by us all. The desert was shared as we were all quite full and the mojito icecream with a winner. If you want somewhere on the waters edge, beautiful surroundings and very attentive service this is the place to try. The wine which was recommended was also excellent. We will definitely be returning. Would recommend booking.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Los Habaneros; City: Cartagena Municipality of Cartagena; Review: The staff at the hotel go beyond and above with their helpfulness. From check in to check out we had such friendly and helpful people. The car park is a very useful feature in the middle of Cartegena. The room were spacious and extremely clean, we had a room on the front which was very quiet and comfortable. Easy location to tourist office and the bus station. We decided to have dinner at the hotel and it was exceptional. Would definitely recommend this hotel if you are visiting Cartegena.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secrets Papagayo Costa Rica; City: Gulf of Papagayo Province of Guanacaste; Review: We were fortunate to be on the Preferred Club basis at the hotel and the little extras do enhance the stay. We had a personalised check in with Melissa and Denissa who explained everything. The club members have a separate lounge/bar area (where Cesar and Eric look after you very well), breakfast and lunch in the Seaside Grill and ability to book a cabana on the grass area or beach. The rooms are very spread out and our room was up quite a steep hill which could have more lighting but certainly helped with some exercise after the wonderful food. It would not be suitable for people who have any walking problems. Mention has been made in previous reviews of the shuttles but they never passed our room as it was on a dead end so you had to phone each time or have a long wait at busy times. The suite was spacious, very clean and comfortable with wonderful views and had tea/coffee, Internet etc. The restaurants are very good quality with enough choice for a two week stay. The staff all go out of their way to be extremely helpful, Henry who seemed to pop up everywhere was a great character, Nelly, Kenneth and Carlos at seaside especially helpful. We were lucky to be able to book a cabana so never had a problem with sunbeds, but on the days we used the pool area we always managed to find beds. The pool area could get noisy and the music is quite loud at times but that seemed to suit a lot of guests. The wines and drinks in the all inclusive packages were very good. There were quite a few functions on during our stay and it did cause some waiting times at dinner in the evenings but the staff work hard to make the delays as limited as possible. The spa area is very nice but when we went we found it noisier than the cabana area. The spa treatments are expensive but we had a Swedish massage which was very good. Overall we liked the hotel due to the location, size, rooms well spread and the staff. Everyone makes you feel very special so what's not to like!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hostal Rincon de Diego; City: Mojacar Province of Almeria Andalucia; Review: The hostel is very close to a beach, probably not the best in the area but very nice. a little away from the main beachfront area. Staff were really helpful and friendly. Rooms exceptionally clean and comfortable. Air con works well and is quiet. Toiletries provided even tooothbrushes, paste, shaving foam and razor. We had a small balcony at the front of the hotel and you can sit easily watching the world go by. Breakfast typically Spanish with toasted baguette, cold meats cheese, jams, fruit and extremely plentiful. The bar next door is run by a friendly lady and a nice stop off point at the end of the night. There are a variety of restaurants nearby too. Great place to stay and explore the area. Excellent value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eurostars Centrum Alicante; City: Alicante Costa Blanca Province of Alicante Valencian Countr; Review: Hotel is spotlessly clean, easy to find and quite a good location. Rooms were very spacious with amenities in the bathrooms and a hairdryer. Air con worked really well, beds were comfy. Staff were very helpful and it was quick to check in/out. Beautiful aroma as you enter the hotel! Parking is great value but it is tight getting around the lower floors if you have a large car, a few pillars in the area too. Great wifi and mineral water supplied free of charge. Could possibly improve with tea/coffee facilities in the room but Spanish hotels in general do not supply this. Safety deposit box in room free of charge.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Los Habaneros; City: Cartagena Municipality of Cartagena; Review: Stayed at this hotel for a second time and we were not disappointed. Although the room we had was smaller the bathroom had been refurbished and it was lovely and quiet. The staff on the front desk are exceptionally helpful and the housekeeping are excellent with their cleanliness always smiling. The car park is a real bonus and very reasonably priced for an overnight stay. Breakfast was plentiful but a little wait for hot food to be replenished which was the only down side. Good location for walking to Parc Torres and sightseeing in general.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: OBLU SELECT at Sangeli; City: Sangeli Island; Review: Had a very relaxing holiday in one of the water villas and highly recommend the Oblu Select. The island is small and easy to walk around, although as previously mentioned, not all soft sand in places. All the villas are well screened and private and having a deck with sun beds & steps leading down to the reef for snorkelling was a real plus. Loved watching the sunrise and all sorts of fish - including sharks and sting rays seem to swim around a lot at that time. Loved the variety of fish we could watch without even getting wet but once you start to snorkel it's difficult to stop - like watching a film show with so many different colours and types of fish along the reef - loved it! The current was very strong at our time of year so you had to pick times for snorkelling - lots wore life jackets but we didn't find these comfortable for swimming. The adult pool area was very pleasant and whenever we went we could get a bed with umbrella. Downside here was the pool - great once you are in but the steps are quite steep and the topstep made you feel that you are going to slip in, although never happened to us or anyone else we saw, just made us all cautious. Great place for drinks at sunset too. Went to the rock bar for a sunset and that was very pleasant but a smaller area with more people, same views. Loved how the courtyard is split into 5 different dining areas, gave you the feeling of being in a more select restaurant. The buffet had a good selection at all times and the staff were really friendly and helpful. The Grill was a superb restaurant- loved the steak here and service outstanding - so much so we decided to pay on our last night for another excellent meal. The Simply Veg was very good the second time we visited but hit and miss the first, although the service was very good. We used the dive centre for a swimming with the turtles trip which was very well organised and great fun. Absolutely loved seeing the turtles and other fish. Really helpful, friendly staff at the centre. Did the sunset fishing - mostly enjoyed that but not how long some people took to take pictures so that they had to throw a couple of dead fish back and we arrived back before the sunset! The Serenity package worked well and we were able to get everything we wanted. Sangs bar is very pleasant place to spend an evening after dinner. Things that need looking at would be the jetty from the reception to the island - not a pretty site and quite dirty looking water at times but not sure how you can hide pipes etc. Reception staff did not follow up on a few requests which was frustrating. They just wrote your room number down but not what you had requested so guess it was forgotten. We asked; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Lantaka Hotel; City: Zamboanga City Zamboanga Sibugay Province Zamboanga Peninsula Mindanao; Review: For US$25/night (this was in June '07) Lantaka Hotel is the most affordable place to stay in Zamboanga City. It's an old hotel but it has a swimming pool,by the sea, walking distance to several banks & when it's fruit season you can go 2-4 blocks away to buy tropical fruits,price of food is very reasonable(actually cheaper) & service was not bad at all. One thing I like with this hotel is that it's a non-smoking establishment. Their room is spartan but clean & their bathroom has cold/hot shower with bathtub. The outside bar is a pleasant place to drink & watch the sun/scenery. The aircon in our room was not as cold as we expect but I was sound sleep anyway. This hotel is actually very close to the city wharf. For US31(2008) I fairly recommend this hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Heritage Hotel Manila; City: Pasay Metro Manila Luzon; Review: In April of 2004, On my way to Los Angeles from Zamboanga City I stayed at the Heritage due to it's distance from the airport but later found out that the airport is not actually that far from most of the hotels,motels,pension houses & other lodging facilities in Manila,Pasay or Makati. They gave me a room which was actually right above their disco hall & the loudness generated by the music was very annoying,irritating & deafening. after complaining at the desk clerk ,I was given a room on the 8th floor.I just can't imagine who would be able to sleep in a room that is right above a disco hall. Their check in/ check out was in a snail pace.They actually don't have free sittring for your visitors to wait for you. probably this is done to prevent people from hanging around their premises. This hotel is not conveniently located to malls,nightlife or restaurant but there's a Kenny Rogers Roast that is about 5-10 minute walk from the hotel.The casino meant nothing to me since all casinos are always the winners.Their doormen/bellmen are efficient in terms of service but their buffet is expensive. My overall assesment is that there are many places to stay & dine Manila,Makati or for that matter in the Metropolitan Manila area which are very reasonable & within your budget . I am going on a trip to south east asia this summer & this website is very helpful to travellers like me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: City Garden Suites; City: Manila Metro Manila Luzon; Review: After a trip to the south, I stayed in this hotel for 2 nights before flying back to the USA via Kota-Kinabalu & for US$50/night (booked thru phone) this was better than the Manila Pavillon where I paid for US$100/night.The room,bathroom & general area was clean. The room was a bit small but for the above price I've paid it was fair.They have a safe & provided me with ammenities & breakfast was inclusive. It is also close to the Robinsons Mall & night entertainment/Casinos. The only drawback was that upon checking in there was only one desk clerk attending both check out/check in clients but their roomboy seems to be very attentive & helpful. I wish the management would impose a non-smoking in the entire lobby area. I also found out that they charge Pesos 150/hour for the use of their computer which was a bit off hand but in general this hotel was not a bad choice for me.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Garden Orchid Hotel; City: Zamboanga City Zamboanga Sibugay Province Zamboanga Peninsula Minda; Review: I stayed for 3 weeks at the garden orchid. This hotel is the meeting place of businessmen,government officials,military officers(both Philippines & US) & filipino celebrities as well as affluent filipinos. Most of the seminars & functions conducted by the government & businessmen are held in this hotel as such there's a big crowd & service at the restaurant is very slow. They have a good size swimming pool,gym but with old /rusty equipment & sauna which is also old. The double room we occupied was average in size with amenities. They have an open air restaurant that specializes broiled seafood. They have a bar but the live music is deafening.There's also a BBQ place at the west end of the hotel which is about 5 minutes walk. I made several calls to the front desk due to the noise created by people next to our room which was handled properly by their security. The # 1 problem with this hotel is their smoking policy which prompted me to stay at the Lantaka hotel on my 2007 trip to Zamboanga City. The garden orchid is very close to the airport but this is Zamboanga City most of the hotels are within 2-3 miles to the airport not unless you prefer to go on foot . If you are looking for a serene/calm/tranquil or family with children atmosphere then the orchid is not for you. their room rate is also high for a city like zamboanga but the locals flocked to the garden orchid because it's the place where locals want to be seen.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pacific Sutera Hotel Sutera Harbor Resort; City: Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu District West; Review: I stayed at the Sutera Harbour in June- July of 2007 on 2 separate ocassions. I availed their promotion which was affordable/reasonable & comparing their promotion/service with hotels with the calibre of the sutera in the USA/Mexico/Caribbean which I won't be able to afford. The sutera is adjacent to the Magellan Hotel & Marina which is also a fantastic hotel. This hotel is ideal for honeymoon/romance/serene/family & by yourself atmosphere. They have swimming pool for adults as well as for children. The sea view from your hotel porch is tantalizing.They also have a free shuttle to & from the hotel/town. If you are looking for a short walking distance to pubs/bars/restaurants in town then the sutera harbour is not for you and as far as I'm concern the lobby of the sutera permits smoking which bothers me a lot. I wish the management will impose a non smoking policy inside the premises of the sutera. Thoug, I was billeted at the Sutera Harbour but ate dinner(which was part of the promotion) at the Magellan Hotel/Marina . Their dinner buffet was more than fantastic & it was set in an open air with the pond/falls/seaview . Their cold dishes/desserts buffet were inside the dining room & their BBQ/Broiled/Hot dishes were outside the dining room. The 1 hour balinese massage was also included in the promotion & they also have a very good gym. The room I occupied was a bit bigger than I imagine ,clean,with bathtub,bathrobes,with see thru shower,enough towels /washclothes to last for 3 days & assortment of ammenities.I called their service technician to fix a bulb light that was not working & one of their staff came to change the bulb which I think was faster than the my city fire dept. Their breakfast buffet (also part of the promotion) were filled with local/western menus which sometimes I don't know were to start due to it's choices. This hotel has a very good training manager/staff or their staff received good training .Honestly speaking the overall service at the Sutera Harbour will put to shame the service of most hotels in North America.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Atrium Beach Resort and Spa; City: Simpson Bay Sint Maarten St Martin St Maarten; Review: What more do you need? I had a two bed, two bath, fully furnished apartment. The maid comes daily with fresh towels and on Wednesday to change beds, mop, tidy up. Fully air conditioned. Two private decks in unit. Mine (room 407) didn't face ocean but faced green mountains and sun rise. The resort is being refurbished with 42 inch flat screen tv's, stainless appliances, and I didn't see the new furniture but the ones in my apartment where totally ok. Also, small but air conditioned gym had all the essentials. You must eat at the roadside grill in Grand Case, The Talk of the Town. And don't miss any restaurant in Marigot Marina Royal. Forget the Twinky's try the French Pastry at Zee Best for breakfast or lunch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Vertigo; City: San Francisco California; Review: Excellent location that is within walking distance to Union Square, the mega shopping center for San Francisco. A small fridge, wall safe, and two queen sized beds in immaculate standard room. Large dialer tub with modern vanity and fixtures. Our room was directly on the street, 4th floor but we didn't hear any street traffic due to superior Windows.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Washington Court Hotel; City: Washington DC District of Columbia; Review: Had a Groupon to go to this hotel so I went just this month. Some of the suites overlook the White House which is just a few blocks away. The others either overlook downtown D.C. or a stylish atrium. It is within comfortable walking distance to many attractions such as the Smithsonian, National Mall, wax museum (discount admission available online) and Union Station. I had a deluxe king bed room overlooking downtown. It was clean, spacious, and modern. I was on the fourth floor however, and so I could hear fire engine located a block away (not so nice!). The bed was very good. Other amenities include wireless, restaurant, and fitness center.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Borgata Hotel Casino Spa; City: Atlantic City New Jersey; Review: Went there on an overnight spree in May 2014. Had a king sized suite with a bay view on a high floor. Beautiful furniture and plush carpeting. Big flat screen tv. Luxurious bath room. Plenty of restaurants to select from Starbucks to the famous t.v. chefs and by the way, you can make a dinner reservation from the front desk when you register. The check in and check out process is very smooth and quick. Plenty of clerks to check you in so your time won't be wasted standing on line. Several entertainment venues and if you're there on a Thursday, try the burlesque. No, NOT the same as poll dancing or twerking. Beautiful young girls dancing with a few comedians telling hilarious jokes in between....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paradise Harbor Club Marina Resort; City: Nassau New Providence Island Bahamas; Review: Just got back from a one week stay here. Seeing as I prefer to walk and Paradise Island is so small (perhaps 5 miles by half mile), I didn't bother to rent a car. This would NOT work for the majority of people. This place had a pool, hot tub, pay laundry after 4pm, bicycles, and free WiFi. NO bar, restaurant, convenience store, car rental, air port shuttle. The bed is comfortable, the furnishings in good shape and colourful. Flat screen tv in living room and bedroom. Nice deck and excellent air conditioning. Nicely landscaped with good pool and hot tub that was enjoyed by all. These units are NOT located on the road- it is behind a high rise so you must walk down a sloping driveway to get to it. The place is on a marina where people dock their yachts. If you enjoy seeing this view, your eyes will be delighted. I have read reviews that urge travelers to bring food and snacks to this place. Whereas the one bedroom units are fairly nice and immaculately clean, they also have a full kitchen. But on the other hand, who really wants to cook while on vacation because dining out is prohibitively expensive? Get ready to walk at least half a mile in 95+ degrees with high humidity to get to absolutely anything. I mean to get to the beach, any convenience store, or restaurant. There are golf carts that the staff will use to get you to these local places but if you want to go to the main island of Nassau to go to the real supermarket, you have to wait till a Monday and pay $7US round trip. To get to or from this place and the airport, you must take a cab at a rate of $35US one way. There are always moderate places to eat where ever you go but add a taxi to and from to the bill and even a moderately priced place becomes an expense. The islanders appear to love your tourism but NOT you. Hence, if you roll out of bed on a Sunday looking for breakfast at 11:01am, be prepared to eat lunch because there appears to be rigid rules in effect and I mean NO ONE cares what time you fell off the plane, lunch time it is. And having been to the "deli" four times and found it closed and/or not serving deli sandwiches? "Home cooked" food was offered instead. No word on whose home... as for the Atlantis, I did not go there so I will reserve my opinions as I don't plan to ever go....; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seaside Amelia Inn; City: Fernandina Beach Amelia Island Florida; Review: Stayed the night while on my way to another destination but wish I had stayed longer. This is a modern, three story building with an elevator. Parking under ground as well as a small surface lot. Has a roof deck with views of the ocean. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. The common areas of the inn are lovely and affords plenty of seating with flat screen tv's and free coffee and tea. Bright, sunny, and immaculate. Free WiFi. Delicious complementary breakfast made to order. I stayed in room 317 which had a water view. It was a small studio apartment with a bed room, full bath, and a living room with a microwave, mini fridge, and coffee maker. Located across from the elevator but completely quiet and comfortable. No noise issues what so ever and the inn is located on an immaculate, family oriented, public beach with plenty of locals visiting the beach and restaurant. There is an excellent restaurant next door which sells lunch and dinner. The inn is located a few miles down from the historic district, which is easy to walk to down a lovely residential street. Plenty of parking in the historic district if you care to drive and discounted transportation is available if you don't want to drive.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Enter The Zone: A Dietary Road map; Author: Visit Amazon's Barry Sears Page; Review: THE ZONE IS BASICALLY MUCH LIKE AN ISO CALORIC DIET. BUT WITH MY EXPERIENCE WTIH IT IN THE ACTUAL. I FIND IT TEMPTING TO SUBSTITUTE GOOD CARBS WITH BAD CARBS SINCE ACCORDING TO THE AUTHOR IT IS PERMISSIBLE TO HAVE BAD CARBS ON A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE. FINALLY DIET IS TOO CONCENTRATED ON TOO FREQUENT TOO SMALL MEALS WHICH I FIND IT HARD SPECIALLY WHEN YOU WORK LIKE ME AS A PURCHASER IN A BIG COMPANY. i personally think GREENWICH DIET AND THE FAT BURNING DIET IS MUCH SUITED FOR ME.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Protein Power Lifeplan; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael R. Eades Page; Review: NO MEDICAL AND TECHNICAL STUFFS THAT SOUNDED LIKE FOREIGN LANGUAGE, ALL WRITTEN IN PLAIN ENGLISH. DEFINITELY HEALTHIER THAN ATKINS AND BUT NOT MUCH OPTIONS FOR VEGETARIAN. BETTER THAN THE ZONE. YOU WILL NOT BE VULNERABLE TO MISTAKES.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Success Journey: The Process of Living Your Dreams; Author: Visit Amazon's John C. Maxwell Page; Review: I will recommend this book to all types of people young or old, rich or poor. This book will inspire you to make the right choices and change your paradigm of measuring success. Not only will you enjoy success, but for those people who have no direction or goals in life this book will really help you literally start a new life. This book is suitable for 15 yrs old to 95 yrs old.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragons Touch: Weaknesses of the Human Anatomy; Author: Master Hei Long; Review: This book is good for people who have no idea of the weakness of human body. However the techniques and counterattacks taught by master hei long is not so impressive. I recommend people to buy this book just to increase their knowledge on human anatomy and its weakness. However if you have no background on other fighting arts this book should not be relied on their techniques on defense and offense.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Street Smarts, Firearms, And Personal Security: Jim Grover'S Guide To Staying Alive And Avoiding Crime In The Real World; Author: Kevin Steele; Review: This book is excellent! It combines the authors knowledge on firearms, non lethal weapons its pros and cons as well as security and in the house. alot of commonsense approach on personal protection. Not just emphasizing on Firearms alone. I would recommend it to anyone. Male or female, young or old. Strong or wimp.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Extended Stay America Jacksonville Lenoir Avenue South; City: Jacksonville Florida; Review: I travel for my job and have stayed alot of places. Some that boasted more than the 2 star rating that this hotel gets and let me tell you, this ESD hotel should be rated at 4 stars. The staff is friendly and cordial but the manager, Melvin, really made my stay what it was--very pleasant. He is the most accommodating manager I have come across in my travels, always striving to give my wife and I the best their hotel has to offer. They boast clean rooms and that's what they are...a real value for the money. I really have no complaints about this hotel--maybe just the area of town that they're stuck in, which they have no control over the types of people that may frequent their parking lot or surrounding areas. I will most definately stay here again when I happen to be back in the Jacksonville area. Thank you, Melvin, for a wonderful stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BayWaters Inn; City: St Pete Beach Florida; Review: Wow! That is just about the only word that comes out of my mouth when thinking of BayWaters Inn at St. Pete Beach. My husband and I travel alot because of his work and we have been to many motels/hotels around the country and in the state of Fl. Right now, our favorite hotel was the Extended Stay Deluxe but upon finding BayWaters Inn and experiencing their lovely rooms and beautiful property, we have to say that BayWaters tops the list now. We truly felt pampered from the minute we arrived. The rooms are immaculate and stocked with all the best linens, towels, blankets, etc. Such care was given to each and every detail of these rooms, down to the kitchen being stocked with anything and everything you could possibly use to the bathmat in the bathroom that pampered your feet after a shower. The owners are wonderfully cordial and very welcoming..they truly want you to have the best experience while you are here. They cater to their residents by hosting a "bonfire" in their lovely courtyard each Sunday for a meet and greet, where they surprised us by bringing out homemade Smore's to heat over the fire! I do have to say that this quaint little Inn on the Bay in St Pete Beach Fl has just ranked, in my book, to the top of my hotel list. The new Owners, Brooks and John Michael-along with Bulldozer and Sparky-have turned this once dinghy and lackluster for customer service 'motel' into a lovely "diamond-in-the-rough" Inn, overlooking the Bay Waters of the Gulf of Mexico and sporting beautiful rooms with personal touch amenities that you will find not only thoughtful but very "value"able in your hotel experience. For us, the BayWaters Inn made St Pete Beach all the more appealing and enjoyable and we would totally recommend this Inn.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Extended Stay America Tampa Airport N West Shore Blvd; City: Tampa Florida; Review: My husband and I stay at alot of hotels around the country and our preference was any Extended Stay hotel. But our recent stay at this ES was disappointing. The staff is still very accommodating and pleasant and the rooms are still huge and the bed comfortable, however, it was lacking in a few basic areas. Trash. Where there used to be trashcans in the stairwells to make it easier to dispose of your trash, there is no more. For people who stay an extended time there, you have no where to place your trash. You have to take it down to the dumpster in the back of the building yourself, or as some people did, place it outside your door. The towels, too, need to be upgraded to Deluxe standard, as they are very scratchy and not soft on your body. You used to have a full size oven with the King suite and here, there was only a two-burner stove and no oven. We didn't have a lounger either in our room..just an empty space where it once sat. In the ES Deluxes we have stayed at previously, the breakfast consisted of a full continental where now it is just a "grab n go" breakfast, which is really only good for the coffee, if someone knows how to make it properly. As when we were there, the coffee was bitter and very strong. I am not sure why your hotel chain has downgraded from deluxes to regular ES's, but if you want repeat business from the people who stay an extended period of time, you need to upgrade these few basic things back to a "deluxe" standard, as right now, you're just another chain. We will however still put all Extended Stays at the top of our preference list.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Conference Center Tampa; City: Tampa Florida; Review: We stayed at this hotel for one night and that would be enough for me. The rooms were old and we actually felt like it was a Motel 6 room. The bed was hard as a rock and kept digging into my side all night. The microwave didn't work so we could not heat up food we had purchased, resulting in not being able to eat. My husband went to lobby to see if he could use another microwave and there was none, not even for use in the breakfast area! Speaking of breakfast, upon check-in, the desk gives you a breakfast voucher to present to the cook at the breakfast counter. So once you give it away, you can't go back and get another helping or anything extra. And they only have milk and warm OJ...no ice or anything else to drink, but they do have a soda machine there if you want to buy a cold drink! The only nice thing about this hotel was the front desk and the atrium by the pool..nothing special at all.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sunshine Cozy Cottages; City: Indian Rocks Beach Florida; Review: My husband and I stayed here for 3 weeks..because we love the Beach, and Indian Rocks is known for their relaxed and quiet little paradise. We stayed in Unit 15 (the panelled cottage) that faces the laundry room. The unit was nice but they have "window-shakers" and we just could not keep the cottage as cool as we liked. They post signs that encourage you NOT to keep the air running when you are not inside the unit, but it takes so long to cool, we could not accommodate that request! They do have free wifi and good satellite channels and Chuck is very accommodating and pleasant. We were going to extend our stay (while waiting for our house to be finished) but were greeted by a "hairless, long-tailed, very big RAT" after dark one evening! It came right up to me and my son while we were sitting at the round table in the back outside of the laundry room. It freaked my family out so much that we did NOT stay a single more night! If you have rats, then it really doesn't matter that these cottages are comfy and cozy. I might suggest that you DO NOT go out after dark, for you WILL get scared and grossed out and might want to RUN away from these sunshiney cozy cottages!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Inn; City: Clearwater Florida; Review: My husband & I stayed here for about a week or two. They have good rates and the remodeling that was done showed in the building. They have free wifi and good cable channels. We stayed on the first floor overlooking the pool and spa, which is lovely refurbished. They, too, have an excellent breakfast bar, with some hot items. Annette, who takes care of that bar, is so very pleasant and diligent in keeping it clean and stocked. I hope Bhupi (the manager) appreciates her. And speaking of Bhupi, I always saw him outside skimming the pool, picking up trash, and doing anything he could to accommodate his guests. He's a great manager. However, they have a grill outside by the pool for the guests to use, but it is tied down and it's location is outside the pool gate and by the trash door. So when we wanted to use the grill, we had to maneuver around all the trash. That may need to change Bhupi! I also had a request one evening after Bhupi had left for the day and I approached the night shift clerk at the desk asking for an extra blanket. I believe her name was Jocelyn. She was the most rudest hotel clerk I have ever came across and she did nothing to accommodate me or to be pleasant even. She gave me the impression that I was bothering her. Anyway, NO extra blanket, absolutely none she told me, no deviations in the answer. Just a flat NO! My husband and I didn't even stay another night after dealing with her. We went to another Choice Hotel (Quality Inn) not 3 blocks away. Beautiful fast check-in, early too, with all of the same amenities that the Sleep Inn offered but almost $70 cheaper a week!!! I am sure, too, that their staff is as pleasant as Annette was...not Jocelyn...for she needs another position...not one at the front desk!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Cocoa Inn; City: Cocoa Brevard County Florida; Review: I stayed here with my husband while he worked a contract job in Cocoa, and most of the time it was quiet. On the weekends, however, they sport a pub/lounge, and the noise and loud music of that carries through the hotel and goes on till late. Other than that, the rooms were big, clean and the staff was very accommodating and friendly. Good breakfast bar, too. And 2 conveniently located restaurants next door and across the street. I would definately stay here again. And the truck stop next door didn't even bother us.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Suites Bradenton East Lakewood Ranch; City: Lakewood Ranch Florida; Review: Stayed here in June. Nice and smooth check-in, very accommodating and pleasant. Nice breakfast area with an abundance of breakfast items that were fresh and hot. Great start to the day. The rooms were big and comfortable with very nice linens. Clean bathroom and nice pool area. Definately worth the money spent to stay here 3 nights. I would go back again when in the Bradenton area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Seelbach Hilton Louisville; City: Louisville Kentucky; Review: Wow, what a stunningly beautiful hotel, located in beautiful downtown Louisville, right smack in the middle of shops, restaurants and highrises! If you are looking for History, with a modernized Flair, then the Seelbach is for you. If you are looking for large spaces and rooms, then this hotel is not for you. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and cordial and the night shift security is always right there looking out for you.. Steve Williams is a gem in the security department and very knowledgeable about the history of this beautiful hotel. Inasmuchas I would recommend this hotel, I personally prefer larger rooms and spaces, so I wouldn't necessarily stay here again. But for the location, with everything in walking distance, it is Perfect for the out of state traveler!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: 11/22/63 (Thorndike Press Large Print Core); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen King Page; Review: I don't usually read King, but I loved this story. Such an important date in history, you always wonder "what if ".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 22/11/63; Author: Stephen King (author); Review: I don't usually read King, but I loved this story. Such an important date in history, you always wonder "what if ".; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cold Black Earth; Author: Visit Amazon's Sam Reaves Page; Review: He's a new author, I enjoyed the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Conviction: The Untold Story of Putting Jodi Arias Behind Bars; Author: Juan Martinez; Review: Very interesting look at the behind the scene of a horrendous murder and trial. Jodi Arias met her match with Mr. Martinez. It was very easy reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trespassing: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Brandi Reeds Page; Review: So much like Gone Girl, kept you guessing what was really going on. Great for a first novel, looking forward to her next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Jade Footwear Women Super Soft Bed Stud Flat Thong Sandal; Brand: Jade Footwear; Review: Love shoes but where to small I wear a 8 I order a 9 because the reviews said they run small. They where still to small.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TWINTH Pencil Skirts Plus Size Casual Skirt Elastic Waist Band Scuba Streychy Solid Color; Brand: TWINTH; Review: Love the material, came high waist and still came to the knee better than I expected. '; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TWINTH Pencil Skirts Plus Size Casual Skirt Elastic Waist Band Scuba Streychy Solid Color; Brand: TWINTH; Review: Love the material, came high waist and still came to the knee better than I expected. '; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Necklace , 30"; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: It was scratched when I received it I was not happy about that at all. If it was not for the scratches it would have 5 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DIFINES Fashion Cute Bow Knot CZ 18k Gold Plated Eternity Band Engagement Promise Rings for Girls; Brand: DIFINES; Review: Ring thinner than what I thought but nice design; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Light It! By Fulcrum, 6-LED Clip On Desk Lamp, Wireless, Silver; Brand: LIGHT IT! by Fulcrum; Review: using it for sewing classes where electricity is not always equipped for extra lights. Light is bright and in good condition when it arrived; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ikea 803.863.19 Jansjo LED Clamp Spotlight, Black, Multi-Function; Brand: IKEA; Review: Received promptly. Love the clamp on light!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterDesign Axis Over the Cabinet Paper Towel Holder, Chrome; Brand: InterDesign; Review: love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adhesive Technologies 0945 Aleene's Ultimate Gun Kit; Brand: Adhesive Technologies; Review: was very disappointed that I couldn't release the nossel that came on the glue gun to attach the smaller tip, which was the reason I bought this glue gun. I have had Aleene's glue gun for about 15 years and LOVE it but I do very detailed work and need a smaller stream of glue than the one currently on this gun. My husband couldn't even release it the fit was so tight.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LIGHT IT by Fulcrum 30010-301 3 LED Wireless Stick-on Tap Light, 3-Pack, Silver; Brand: LIGHT IT! by Fulcrum; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
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Title: Bostitch B8 PowerCrown Premium Staples, 0.25 Inch Leg, Full-Strip (STCR21151/4); Brand: Bostitch Office; Review: Work great, so far I have had no failures. :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE Graphing Calculator, Black; Brand: Texas Instruments; Review: I have several graphing calculators, Ti, HP, and Casio. This one is my favorite. It was easy to use right out the box. I did have to charge it first but after that it was game on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Texas Instruments TI-84 PLUS CE Graphing Calculator, Black (Frustration-Free Packaging) (84PLCE/PWB/2L1/A); Brand: Texas Instruments; Review: I have several graphing calculators, Ti, HP, and Casio. This one is my favorite. It was easy to use right out the box. I did have to charge it first but after that it was game on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech Wireless Presenter R400, Presentation Wireless Presenter with Laser Pointer; Brand: Logitech; Review: Works great, very easy to use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Footprints Beaded Bookmark; Brand: Visit Amazon's Peter Pauper Press Page; Review: Great place holders.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Washington Plaza Hotel; City: Washington DC District of Columbia; Review: Every employee at this hotel was smiling and helpful! I was amazed. The price was very reasonable (best parking rate in DC), 1.3 miles to the National Mall, and great restaurants easily within a half mile. The pool looked very inviting, though we did not have the opportunity to uses it. Clean, remodeled rooms which had everything we needed. Bed was very comfortable (I'm picky) and the bedding was fresh and modern. We were very pleased with our weekend getaway at Washington Plaza Hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gandy Dancer Inn Bed and Breakfast; City: Chama New Mexico; Review: Our room was cozy. The location was within walking distance to the railroad which is the reason we went to Chama. The hot tub in the back garden was spotlessly clean and so relaxing! Ken cooked amazing breakfasts and was very accommodating!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seas The Day B B; City: Ventnor Phillip Island Victoria; Review: This darling little B&B is the perfect place to stay! Our room was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Everything was top notch, modern (brand new bathroom), well stocked (no mini bar charges), and very clean! The gardens around the property are simply amazing! There are so many beautiful outdoor alcoves to sit and relax or enjoy a drink. The breakfast was fantastic - fresh cooked eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, toast, yogurt, fruit, cereal, fresh coffee... The best part, however, was our hosts Bill and Jeanette. They couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating. We wish we had booked a longer stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Ballarat Suites; City: Ballarat Victoria; Review: The Best Western Ballarat is outside of the city, but very close to Sovereign Hill. There's an excellent Bistro within walking distance and the hotel will deliver coffee and breakfast to your room for a reasonable fee. Nice, clean, huge room.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Abel Tasman Lodge; City: Marahau Nelson Tasman Region South Island; Review: We loved staying at Abel Tasman Lodge! The owners are the most delightful people! They were very helpful and nice and always had time for us and our questions. The location couldn't be better for exploring the park. The room itself is modern and clean. The garden patio was a special treat and we also enjoyed the outdoor spa! A wonderful stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: AMAZLINEN(TM Decorative Glitzy Sequin & Comfy Satin Solid Throw Pillow Cover 18 Inch Square Pillow Case, Hidden Zipper; Brand: AMAZLINEN; Review: love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Safavieh Faux Silky Sheepskin FSS235G Pink Area Shag Rug (5' x 7'); Brand: Safavieh; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Koyal Wholesale Sequin Table Runner, 13 by 108-Inch, Brown; Brand: Koyal Wholesale; Review: very pretty; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AMAZLINEN(TM Decorative Glitzy Sequin & Comfy Satin Solid Throw Pillow Cover 18 Inch Square Pillow Case, Hidden Zipper; Brand: AMAZLINEN; Review: I love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Opulent Treasures Chandelier Round Cake Plate Stands (Set of 3), Wedding Cake, Birthday Party Cupcake & Dessert Pedestal Stands; Brand: Opulent Treasures; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IQUALITE IQ_01 12pcs Diamond Shape Crystal Glass 30mm Knob Pull Handle Usd for Cabinet, Drawer, Clear; Brand: IQUALITE; Review: Love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Columbia Women's Kambi Sandal; Brand: Columbia; Review: I bought these as a gift for my daughter and she loves them! They are great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Princess Paradise Red Riding Hood Costume; Brand: Princess Paradise; Review: It was perfect! She loved it. It fit perfectly! The cape was a very nice fleece fabric and kept her warm while out trick or treating!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Flame-Resistant Mock-Neck Sherpa-Lined Vest; Brand: ; Review: My husband loves this. Fits perfectly!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Relaxation Breathe Easy Moneybags Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: These were a gift for my daughter! She loves them!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Big & Tall Flame Resistant Force Long Sleeve T-Shirt; Brand: ; Review: My husband says they are very comfortable. He needs them for his work.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saucony Zealot Sneaker (Little Kid/Big Kid); Brand: Saucony; Review: My granddaughter loves them! The color is perfect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: fresh tees Best Papa Ever T-Shirt Father's Day Shirt Papa Tshirt Gifts For Grandpa Father Day Gift; Brand: fresh tees; Review: Perfect! Papa loves it and had to wear it right away!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: var aPageStart = (new Date()).getTime(); var ue_t0=ue_t0||+new Date(); window.ue_ihb = (window.ue_ihb || window.ueinit || 0) + 1; if (window.ue_ihb; Brand: ; Review: This is my 5th pair of these in 20 years. Best sandle there is. The soul is like angels carrying u down the street. And no stupid thong to give u toe wedgies. And i don't f around toe wedgies. Plus the look fly and feel fly the price is fly, so im saying just by the damn things already.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Suede Classic Leather Formstrip Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Some sweet ass kicks for my sweet ass feet to look fly in. When i strap these cool retro sneakers on, walking on water or flying come to me with ease. Half man half puma.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Suede Classic Leather Formstrip Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Some sweet ass kicks for my sweet ass feet to look fly in. When i strap these cool retro sneakers on, walking on water or flying come to me with ease. Half man half puma.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Suede Classic Leather Formstrip Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Some sweet ass kicks for my sweet ass feet to look fly in. When i strap these cool retro sneakers on, walking on water or flying come to me with ease. Half man half puma.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Suede Classic Leather Formstrip Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Some sweet ass kicks for my sweet ass feet to look fly in. When i strap these cool retro sneakers on, walking on water or flying come to me with ease. Half man half puma.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Suede Classic Leather Formstrip Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Some sweet ass kicks for my sweet ass feet to look fly in. When i strap these cool retro sneakers on, walking on water or flying come to me with ease. Half man half puma.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Summer 100% Cotton Plain Blank 8 Panel Newsboy Gatsby Apple Cabbie Cap Hat; Brand: SK Hat shop; Review: Nice color and fit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forum Novelties Steampunk Top Hat and Goggles (Brown)-; Brand: Forum Novelties; Review: Like the look, a little large. I'm happy with it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 2016 Popular Various Styles Vintage Retro Necklace for Gear Steampunk Necklace; Brand: HUAN XUN; Review: Love the size and look.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VBIGER Fedora Hats Bowler Hat Gangster Porkpie Derby Hats; Brand: VBIGER; Review: Not happy with the quality. Didn't realize it was cardboard. To small; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: RYKA Women's Influence Cross Training Shoe; Brand: Ryka; Review: Wasn't sure about these. After I got them and went to my Zumba class, they were great. Fit good and were comfortable throughout the whole class.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Way I Act; Author: Janan Cain steve Metzger; Review: Beautiful illustrations. A great addition to your social story library!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Oops!; Author: Visit Amazon's Barney Saltzberg Page; Review: One of the best books I've seen to help kids deal with making mistakes. It's interactive and amazingly creative. My 5 yr old loved it and even insisted on sleeping with the book at night. When she makes minor mistakes, now I hear "let's make it a Beautiful Oops!" instead of tears and frustration!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cat Butts (Miniature Editions); Author: Visit Amazon's Blue Q Page; Review: Got it as a gift for a friend - they loved it. Quite the conversation piece when stuck to the kitchen fridge!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Pett Page; Review: My 6 yr old LOVED this story! She asks me to read it to her frequently, and it seems to have helped with meltdowns over minor mistakes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Most Magnificent Thing; Author: Visit Amazon's Ashley Spires Page; Review: A super fun story that helps kids work through the frustration of try, try, and try again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Decibella and Her 6-Inch Voice (Communicate With Confidence); Author: Visit Amazon's Julia Cook Page; Review: This is a perfect addition to your social story library! It helps explain proper voice level to children in a way that is instructional yet fun and playful. My 5 yr old loved it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wilma Jean the Worry Machine; Author: Visit Amazon's Julia Cook Page; Review: A great addition to your social story library. The illustrations are great and it helps kids work through anxiety in a calm and understanding way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Princess Smartypants (Picture Puffin); Author: Visit Amazon's Babette Cole Page; Review: My 6 yr old LOVED this book and asked me to read it multiple times. She even set up imaginary play after where she acted out the story with alternate endings.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Millie Fierce; Author: Visit Amazon's Jane Manning Page; Review: Great addition to our social stories!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hundred Dresses; Author: Visit Amazon's Eleanor Estes Page; Review: My six year old wouldn't let me put this down once I started reading it to her. She loved it and the moral of the story is AWESOME. Something definitely worth teaching from a young age.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun: Having the Courage To Be Who You Are; Author: Visit Amazon's Maria Dismondy Page; Review: Great read for teaching appropriate social skills and how to handle a bully.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Not All Princesses Dress in Pink; Author: Visit Amazon's Jane Yolen Page; Review: My self proclaimed pink princess took on a whole new view of the world after reading this one - and that's not a bad thing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dangerously Ever After; Author: Visit Amazon's Dashka Slater Page; Review: Six year old loves this story and asks for it over and over again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magician's Nephew - Folio Society Hardcover; Author: Visit Amazon's C.S. Lewis Page; Review: A long time favorite of mine since I was a child - now I get to share the stories with my child. So convenient having them all in one book!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Monster in the Bubble: A Worrywoo Tale;Worrywoo Monsters; Author: Visit Amazon's Andi Green Page; Review: Such a great story for younger kids to help them understand social clues.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Feed The WorryBug (WorryWoo Monsters); Author: Visit Amazon's Andi Green Page; Review: Such a great story to help younger kids understand and deal with anxiety. A must add for your social story library!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Very Frustrated Monster (WorryWoo Monsters); Author: Visit Amazon's Andi Green Page; Review: Such a great story for younger kids to help them understand social clues.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Bibo Coffee Co; City: Reno, NV; Review: Bibo has a decent product and a nice shop-clean and stylish. However, don't expect anyone, including the owners, to crack a smile when they help you. I've been in 6 or 7 times and have never met a friendly employee.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Green's Feed; City: Reno, NV; Review: Green's Feed is a really great family owned operation. Their prices are comparable to most feed stores in the area but they provide much better service. I drive past 2 other feedstores to get to Green's. Their products are a little higher quality as well. The only thing that disappoints is this: In the past couple years they have employed outside help, who just don't try as hard to please as the owners and family members. The employees just dont care as much and aren't as attentive as in the old days, when you were always helped by someone with a vested interest in the company's success. But, I'd say over all its still the best feedstore in Reno.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Doughboys Donuts; City: Reno, NV; Review: Unfortunately, Reno has been a vast wasteland when it comes to doughnuts. We have had to rely on supermarket doughnuts and Krispy Kreme for the most part. Both of these options are comparable to what McDonald's is to burgers; cheap, mediocre substitutes for the genuine article. A client brought some Doughboys doughnuts to my place of work as a thank you, and I fell in love. I'd been yearning for an old-school, REAL doughnut. Doughnuts should be more substantial than what a Krispy Kreme or supermarket offers, which basically amounts to sugar and air. I found the raised dougnuts especially good; in fact, I give the raised glazed 5 stars! The coffee is really good, as well. I found the service to be friendly and fast. My dog even recieved a dog cookie at the drive through window. The only reason I gave 4 instead of 5 stars is the slightly homogenized, franchise feel to the place.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Epic Salon; City: Sparks NV, NV; Review: I love Epic, its has a fun and funky atmosphere and talented stylists. But mostly I love Heather! Frankly, I used to find having my hair done a little awkward: I dont like staring at myself in the mirror, I dont like forced small talk, hearing about the stylist's kids, and I dont like lectures about how I'm mistreating my hair. Luckily, having Heather as my stylist eliminates all that associated crap. We always have a blast chatting away. She is so much fun; a genuine, caring, and vibrant person. Not to mention funny! What a great sense of humor and style. The great part is that she is also a master of her craft and gives me EXACTLY what I ask for every time. We work as a team, discussing the haircut as we go along (as well as many other interesting subjects). I like that! She listens well and gives good suggestions that are specific to my own hair. The place is a lot of fun. If you want spa type ambience with Barbie stylists, there are many snooty salons out there. Epic is not one of them. Its a down to earth, loud, authentic, fun place. I give Heather 5 stars! The salon itself I give 4 stars because of the metered on-street parking, and because it is always so damn hot in there (no fault of their own, its an old building). Also, while the salon is clean, the waiting areas and reading material seemed to be an afterthought and aren't very comfortable or neat. Those are minor items compared with the warm welcome and enjoyable experience that Epic provides.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Healthy Tails; City: Reno, NV; Review: Wow, this place has the worst salespeople ever. I'd been there a few times before and knew they were high pressure but bought food anyway. I decided to go back after quite some time because I was in the neighborhood and needed dog food. The pressure is worse than going to a used car lot. The salesperson insulted my intelligence right and left, and just generally acted like I was unable to choose my own dogfod. I have worked in the veterinary field for 22 years, shown dogs in conformation and working events, have professionally trained dogs and have done hours and hours of dog related seminars and workshops, including many on nutrition. I have an idea of what type of food is best for my dog, its not like I was asking for Pedigree or Beneful. But she never stopped for a moment to glean any information from me, just continually told me I was wrong and became obnoxious when I politely disagreed with her suggestions. Needless to say, this did not go on very long because I left without buying anything as soon as I could disentangle myself. Since it was the next closest place, I discovered that Scraps on Mae Anne Drive was much more my style. We had an actual conversation and I bought a premium food that has worked great for my pet. My advice to Healthy Tails is "lay off the pressure, LISTEN, and treat your clients as intelligent humans.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Scraps Dog Company; City: Reno, NV; Review: There are several Scraps in the Reno Sparks area, and I have tried them all. The one at Sparks Marina is out of the way and the staff are not knowledgeable. The Scraps on South Virginia is very cluttered and some of the staff are downright unfriendly. The Mae Anne Scraps is the best. Its a gorgeous, organized store. Bobbie is a friendly, enthusiastic and helpful employee with a big smile and warm welcome. One thing I really like about this store is that I am always asked if I need help, and when I say I'd like to browse, they let me browse, just checking in now and then to make sure I am finding things OK. I hate the pressure of a store like Healthy Tails, but I do think staff should be available for the customer, and this Scraps has just the right balance. I've been involved with dogs on a professional level for a long time so I have some opinions of my own and I appreciate that the staff of this store can listen and have a decent discussion without being condescending. This is a great place to shop for fun dog items but an even better place to make your regular dogfood stop.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scraps Dog Company; City: Reno, NV; Review: Like I said in my review of the Mae Anne Scraps, I have been to all the Scraps in this area. This store is very cluttered and the layout is confusing. I realize that this is because it is a small store without the space available as the Mae Anne store, but it could be organized better, and maybe eliminate some inventory to create space. Having the cashier counter in front is more logical than when it was in the back, but it seems even more cluttered with stuff now, probably because it is lower and more narrow. The products are excellent, my particular food needs are always in stock, and it is closer to my work so I occasionally stop here. You can't beat the selection of permium foods. One thing that bugs me is that this store has the same owners as Mae Anne but is not as friendly, save for my favorite Border Collie-loving employee. It would be nice for this store to be more consistent in appearance, style and staff as the Mae Anne store, but it is a convenient location if you are unable to shop at Mae Anne and it does carry a large variety of good foods. SINCE WRITING THIS REVIEW, THIS SCRAPS HAS MOVED TO A NEW, LOVELY, SPACIOUS AND ORGANIZED LOCATION IN SOUTHWEST RENO AND DESERVES 4 STARS.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center; City: Reno, NV; Review: I had outpatient surgery this past Tuesday. I never thought I would give a glowing review to a hospital, but this is a nice place! I was treated well by every staff member with whom I interacted, from nurses to administration to doctors. There is a relaxed, warm feeling about this place. I was treated warmly and with what seemed to be genuine interest. I like to joke around and chat with people and I was pleasantly surprised to find that my nurses and even my anesthesiologist had great senses of humor and engaged in friendly conversation. I was very nervous at first, but the staff was thorough in explaining the day's plan, as well outlining each step as we went along. They made sure my worried husband knew exactly where and when to expect me, where he could obtain up to the minute info regarding the progress of my surgery, and where he should express any concerns or complaints. The OR was a pleasant surprise--warm, bright and had nice music playing. I appreciated that the recovery room was so well staffed. My assigned nurse seemed truly concerned with my level of comfort and was constantly close at hand. Its been a long time since I had surgery, many years ago in my California hometown. I remember the nurses in that situation being rushed and, frankly, a little bitchy. I also remember the OR being very cold and stark. I would have given 5 stars but the place really needs a makeover! The Same Day Surgery area is much too small to handle the patient load. There was a strange system of shuttling groups of patients from one waiting room to another to try to make things flow. There were too many stages to go through before one reached pre-op, and I noticed that some patients had to stand that probably were in pain or didn't feel well. However, one staff member did tell me that a remodel is in the works so that should improve things!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Women's Wellness Center; City: Reno, NV; Review: Can't recommend Dr. Crawford enough, he is a rare breed these days. Five stars for him. He is a good listener, really involves me in all decisions and discussions. Never seems rushed, never patronizing, and has a great sense of humor. Also a very talented and experienced surgeon. He has my complete trust. I'd give 5 stars to the practice in general if the front office staff were friendlier. However, I can get past that with a great team like Dr. Crawford, his awesome nurse Mona, and very thorough nurse practitioner Rachel. Thanks everybody! 11/8/13: I wanted to make sure to update my review as last week I had an appointment with Dr. C and the front office staff problem seems to have been remedied. Wow, how nice to have some friendly faces behind that counter. I visited 10/30/13 and the receptionists were very welcoming. Good job! Even on the phone this week I noticed a new warmth. I am changing my rating to 5 stars today.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Texas Roadhouse; City: Reno, NV; Review: We received a gift card for Texas Roadhouse so decided to give it a try. Service was great. The hostess was genuinely friendly, as was our server, who was also quite attentive. The atmosphere was what I had been looking forward to, as I had heard that it was loud and fun. I was disappointed. The decor was kind of half-assed. With a theme like Texas Roadhouse the world is your oyster for fun decorating opportunities. It definitely screams "chain restaurant", and not in a good way. Even Chili's has cuter and more creative decor. It was not too busy as we went in for a late lunch, but even so I was struck by how quiet this "roadhouse" was. The food is downright awful. I swear they must have taken a Lean Cuisine out of the freezer and dumped it on my plate. My BBQ Chicken would have looked at home in any crappy school cafeteria. EVERYTHING in this place is incredibly sweet, even my green beans floated in sugary glaze. the BBQ sauce has no apparent flavor other than sugar, sugar, sugar. The dressing on the Caesar salad was overly sweet. The pre-dinner rolls are sweet and served with a sugary cinnamon flavored spread. My Peach Tea Vodka tasted exactly like the syrup that comes with canned peaches. The only thing that approached decent cooking was that my husband's ribs were very tender, but again, soaked in that syrupy BBQ sauce. Thank goodness we had a gift card because I would have been really bummed about spending any amount of money here. I'll stick with Wednesday night Rib Night at the Nugget.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Grassroots Books; City: Reno, NV; Review: Love this place! Lots of great new and used books at really super prices. Its kind of funky in a way, with the randomish selection, but that is the charm. And their displays are creative, inspiring and tempting. I often buy books that are out of my usual zone. Cool The staff is friendly and helpful and they all seem to really enjoy working there, which makes for a nice atmosphere. The warehouse sales are sooo much fun, especially on Sunday where you can fill a grocery bag for 5 bucks. Only one warning: Do not, I repeat, DO NOT set down your bag on those fill your bag Sundays! I set mine down in what I thought was a safe out of the way corner after spending 2 hours in the warehouse that yielded many great books, some I'd been searching for forever! I was just going to peruse the regular priced stuff for a few. Turned around, said bag was GONE. One of those aforementioned nice staff members helped me look and with great relief, we found my bag. However, whoever moved it also rifled it, and many of my treasured selections were gone. Heartbreaking! So, go to Grassroots, love it, be part of it, but do not set down your bag or the book sharks will get it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lamppost Pizza; City: Reno, NV; Review: I just LOVE this chain. I'm not usually a chain eater, but I was in Indio, CA for an extended period of time and had some good meals at the Lamppost there, as well as a few relaxing evenings at the bar. So I was damned excited to have a Lamppost in Reno. First of all, how many places hand-toss their crust? That to me is a lost art. Hand tossed means delicious crust to me. I know everyone has their own personal taste in crust and Lammpost's is perfect for me. I like mine with green olives and bacon! The BBQ chicken is pretty awesome, too, especially with the unusual addition of fresh avocados. My man and I ate in the bar our first visit and the bartender could not have been friendlier or more welcoming. Refreshing! The folks at the counter are always freindly and the food has been consistently good. It's just plain old good pizza and lots of good food specials. I'd have given five stars but I do feel the ambience could be slightly better. the rows of family style table remind me a bit of a cafeteria. I'd like to see more individual tables and a bit more selection on the TVs---with that many TVs you could have a different game on every one. But those are just minor issues that won't stop me from frequenting my favorite pizza joint.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sushi 7; City: Reno, NV; Review: My husband and I have been customers of Sushi 7 on Kietzke for years, so we were excited when Max said he was moving to a new and improved location. Although we never considered it the best sushi in Reno, we enjoyed going there as the sushi was good, the chefs were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was nice. The new place succeeded in insuring that our Sushi 7 days are over. First of all, where did all the old chefs go? They apparently did not make the transition and that was disappointment number one. The place was nearly empty and the quiet was a little awkward. Seriously, we serve ourselves Miso soup from a scary looking crockpot at the "salad bar"? Weird. The salad bar contained a strange assortment of fairly wilted and dried out items. There did not seem to be a server in the place. I understand the concept of a dinner price and a lunch price, as the dinner menu includes items that are unavailable at lunch. We were informed that it was the exact same menu whether you come for lunch or dinner, so since it was dinner time we paid six bucks more for absolutely nothing. That's pretty money-grubbing of them. And again, weird. Finally, the sushi was terrible. Familiar items we had enjoyed at the old location bore no resemblance to their former selves. The rice was ice cold and compacted into a solid mass. The fish was also strangely icy and not well seasoned. Overall it was very bland and simply shockingly bad. I don't know what happened but Sushi 7 seems to have lost its mojo on the trip from Kietzke to Las Brisas and sadly, we won't go back.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pearle Studios; City: Reno, NV; Review: Terrible parking: the street and lot were haphazard, unorganized and crammed with cars, many parked illegally. Had to walk quite a way and this neighborhood is unsavory. It was a nice spring day but the salon was stiflingly hot. My aesthetician was late, did not check to see what my name was, basically asked for the new client. Over the bed, directly in the customers' eyes is a row of blinding halogen lights. Had my lip and brows waxed. Great job on the lip and I really loved the "special" wax she used. Aesthetician offered brow tint and I agreed. Ended up looking like Osama Bin Laden with huge black brows, the tint dyed my skin far outside the hairline of my brows. I don't see very well so I didnt realize the Groucho Marx-like effect was so extreme til I got home. Luckily I had color remover on hand and promptly remedied the situation. The aesthetician was friendly and the wax she used was indeed very gentle.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Enterprise Car Sales; City: Reno, NV; Review: I can't believe I am giving a car dealer 5 stars but I really can't find anything bad to report. Love the no-haggle price, which was quite a bit lower than another popular no-haggle car company I researched. The experience was absolutely made easy by Jodene. What an amazing lady. I had had a TERRIBLE experience buying my last car from a local dealership and I left feeling like an idiot. I got the car but realized later I had walked into every trick in the book and was led blindly into a horrible deal that unnecessarily cost me a huge amount of money and affected my credit negatively. Since then, I have educated myself and had a very definite set of parameters into which any future deal would have to fall. I got full KB bluebook for my trade, my financing was established with one inquiry, the price of the car was reasonable and the customer service was outstanding. Buying a car is a bad investment no matter what, they depreciate quickly and you can get into trouble quickly if you don't understand financial realities. So, OUCH because it was a car deal and AAAAHHHH for the great experience with Jodene. Enterprise claims to be no pressure, and Jodene truly was. She laid out the facts, I told her exactly what I had to have to make it work and we came to an agreement. One other thing I really appreciated was doing the deal start to finish with Jodene and not being passed between several aggessive people like they do at typical car lots. Be prepared, be realistic, don't get emotional, and go to Enterprise. We got a few little extras, too. Thanks, Jodene!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gold Ranch; City: Verdi, NV; Review: Hadn't eaten here in years, so thought we'd give it a try. Bad idea. First, you need a players card for the breakfast, and your server will not be so kind as to assist with it, just throws out the info hoping you will just order something else on the menu. I got out of the booth, went to the cage and got the requisite card. Ordered the special with sausage, got the special with bacon. Cafeteria quality breakfast. Hubby ordered the prime rib sandwich. It was made with roast beef lunchmeat, came on a smashed bun and had a huge amount of partially cooked onions on it. Not good and it was around 8 bucks! Coffee tastes good if you can get it. Gave up on refills after having to flag down busboy, which was a good thing since he carried the pots by the pouring spouts, not the handles. Many dirty tables. Dusty. Flies present. Our server never checked back except to bring the bill. Think about it, if this is the level of care in the front of the house, imagine how sloppy-or worse- the kitchen is. Best to keep driving. In either direction, you will find much better food and service at a number of decent restaurants off 80 within about a half hour's drive.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Grassroots Books; City: Reno, NV; Review: Just a quick update. While I still enjoy Grassroots, I am slightly peeved that they have incorporated most of the fiction into one alphabetical section as I prefer to browse by genre. Also, they are outlandishly stingy and secretive about trade-ins, taking your box of books into some back room and returning later with a laughable offer. But their non fiction books are fun to browse and you can't beat the warehouse sales. Excellent friendly and helpful staff.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Hut Cafe; City: Reno, NV; Review: Service is great. Very friendly, genuine and efficient server. Restaurant is very cute with unique and fun decor. There is an entire outdoor baseball park scoreboard on one wall--that tells you how large this place is! Nice old creaking hardwood floors and old fashioned soda fountain. Milkshakes are fantastic--tried different flavors and they are good. Real ice cream and good old fashioned flavor. Decided to try breakfast, big mistake. For $12.00 I got greasy, frozen hashbrowns (no homefries available). The corned beef hash was canned mush. How do you ruin scrambled eggs? I don't know but they were awful--like they poured it out on the grill, let it cook in a big puddle, then cut it into strips. Coffee was weak and lukewarm and in the creamer pitchers there was milk, not half and half. My recommendation is to get dessert here, enjoy the atmosphere and decor and the friendly service, but skip the meals.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swill Coffee and Wine; City: Reno, NV; Review: I am rating Swill 3 stars, A-OK because they have a good cup of coffee and I really like the comfy atmosphere. I also appreciate the events they offer. I'd give five but the service rarely comes with a smile, much less conversation. I did notice the rather emo weekday morning gal was much friendlier and perkier when serving a good looking young man. I guess middle aged women don't rate. I would give 5 stars if the service was friendlier because this is a really great spot to meet friends and hang out, or to chill with your book and a glass of wine or cup of coffee.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reef Sushi & Sake; City: Reno, NV; Review: First let me say, I have never known anyone to leave an all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant hungry. This was a first for me. My husband and I have eaten at almost every sushi place in Reno, but had never tried Reef. It was a nice sunny day and their patio was very appealing with its mix of sun and shade and a tranquil view of the river. We checked out the menu and decided to give it a try. The servers were very friendly-3 different people waited on us and all were polite, outgoing and professional. We thought the sushi was mediocre--undercooked mussels, mushy potstickers, and every piece of sushi we ordered was drowned in strong, sweet, slimy brown unagi sauce. Even the potstickers came with syrupy brown sauce instead of the traditional japanese dipping sauce. When asked not to put the sauce on a couple handrolls, they arrived drenched in the sauce. We found the fresh crab to taste overly fishy and thought the crystal shrimp was overcooked and hard. We could almost have lived with the food because the atmosphere was so pleasant but the WAIT...the interminable WAIT! After our first roll appeared at the table, the server asked if we'd like him to leave the menu on the "crazy" chance that we might like another order. I am not sure if he was joking. Normally people don't rush out of all-you-can-eat sushi after one roll, so that made me feel a little weird. It was midday in the middle of the week and there were very few patrons, so WHY did we have to wait such an excruciatingly long time for our food? It was unbelievable! We had to wait at least 30 minutes between rolls. Waiting...waiting...waiting...still waiting.....Servers were scarce and though friendly and professional, seemed overwhelmed by so few tables. Though still hungry, we declined dessert as we had been at Reef for over 2 hours already. We had not eaten our fill of sushi, either, but it had taken so long to get our previous orders, we left unsatisfied for fear we'd be there hours longer. I think the idea of Reef is fantastic, the location is top notch, but we found the food and drinks to be overpriced and the service was amazingly slow. Sad, because the location and ambience is great, and the servers are pleasant.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sushi Rose; City: Reno, NV; Review: I can't believe I forgot to review Sushi Rose! We frequent this place a lot. In fact, my husband comes here so often it's a little embarrassing. The service here is good, everyone is helpful, and the wait staff is very friendly. I think the reviews complaining about service might not take into consideration how extremely busy Sushi Rose gets, especially on Mondays when they offer free beer. We think Brandon is by far the best chef here. He is the friendliest of the bunch, which makes any sushi experience more enjoyable. We also thinks his sushi is the most flavorful and carefully prepared. I enjoy most of the sushi here. The nigiri is in nice, small, manageable pieces and the rice is done right--warm and sticky with a slight vinegar taste. I don't understand people who want a giant slab of fish on cold rice, so Sushi Rose's methods of preparation suit me well. The Chao is a really great long roll, very flavorful and a nice change from the same old rolls you get at all-you-can-eat-sushi all over town. I also enjoy the Red long roll, with its generous topping of spicy tuna. And speaking of the spicy tuna, I love the hint of sesame oil in the spicy tuna here. Most spicy tuna is pretty flavorless nowadays, but not Sushi Rose's, it's really good. As far as appetizers, they have a good selection that are included with all-you-can-eat sushi. The calamari is definitely worth a try-you get large pieces and a large portion. I like the thick and chewy potstickers, too. The atmosphere here is relaxed and it can get loud, but if you want a quiet experience, avoid peak hours on free beer day. I think the prices here are very fair, the food is good and they have a good choice of beer and wine at reasonable prices. The only reason I am not giving five stars is that I wish the sushi chefs (other than Brandon) were friendlier. It can be awkward to sit in front of a chef that seems unfriendly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Barnes & Noble Booksellers; City: Reno, NV; Review: The bad--Where are the CHAIRS? Taking out the comfy chairs is a clear message--"Buy your books and get out of here". Now, I must sit on the floor or in the cafe, where B&N hopes I will buy some food or coffee. One employee told me the chairs were removed due to liability. I can't imagine a chair is more of a hazard than my outstretched legs and piles of books on the floor, where I am now forced to sit. Sad, because I bought a lot more books here when I could hang out in comfort and peruse them at my leisure. I miss Borders and the easy "hang out all day" vibe of that store. The good--Barnes & Noble does serve a purpose, especially now that Renoites seem to have declared privately owned bookstores unneccesary, letting some smaller bookstores close recently. Since Grassroots is so chaotic and Sundance can be uncomfortable depending on the weather, I do frequent Barnes & Noble fairly regularly. I enjoy the magazine selection and the bargain tables have yielded deals for me quite frequently. The sections are well organized and it is mostly simple to find what you are looking for. I appreciate the size of the art section and the sci-fi section is pretty robust, too. I am not a teen, nor do I know many, but the teen section has grown large and prominent, which is a good thing. The end caps are nice so one can see what's new. I really appreciate that the noise level is always somehow low, even when busy. The employees are uniformly friendly and helpful. Just give us some dang chairs, would ya?!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sundance Books and Music; City: Reno, NV; Review: I really, REALLY want to love this store. I like it. I am happy we have a store like this in Reno. I am so happy the old building is put to good use--what better use than books, right?. I find the sections to be confusing, so I think it is better to browse here than look for something specific. I find it often to be either too hot or too cold to be comfortable, but realize that that is part of being in a huge old house. The reason for 3 stars is that I find the staff to be snooty. I see that other reviewers love the staff, so perhaps I am missing something, but the staff has been downright unfriendly the few times I frequented this business.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Garden Shop Nursery; City: Reno, NV; Review: Great local nursery and gift shop. I recently visited them while on a quest for Naked Bee products, which they carry but were low on due to the holidays. The staff was very nice. This was January, so there was not a lot going on in the nursery, but I was offered a sale price on a statue I admired, and was helped in the gift shop in a friendly but not overbearing way. I get a little annoyed by people expecting Home Depot prices at a nursery like this. This is a family owned business that is actively involved in our community. We shop here for the expertise of the staff and the quality and selection of plants. Notice how every tract home subdivision has the same old boring Home Depot plants? If you are OK with that look and just want something green in your yard, by all means go to Home Depot or Walmart and buy the same cheap plants as your neighbor. But for real gardeners, nurseries like this one are treasures. This is just the place for creative landscapers looking for something different that will thrive in this climate or in the microclimate of their particular yards. I especially appreciate the Farmer's Markets and other events. We need more community-minded businesses like this in Reno!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WinCo Foods; City: Reno, NV; Review: This WinCo is much, much nicer than the Northtowne store, worth the drive. Yes, it gets crazy and crowded, but since it is open 24 hours, just avoid peak times. I like shopping after 7pm and find it nice and quiet at that time. WinCo is employee owned so every dollar you spend helps an employee's retirement, which is really nice compared to, say, Walmart, who does little to make their employee's futures brighter. Prices here are mostly comparable to Walmart. I buy all my staples here, as well as a few produce items and some meats. The bulk section saves me a lot of money on items like spices and nuts, which are so outrageous elsewhere. I wish that WinCo purchased higher quality produce, as it would be very convenient to do all my shopping here. As it is, I have to stop at Raley's for produce and nicer meats. WinCo is a self service type place, so I don't expect much from the employees, and that is fine with me. I don't need an escort when I ask where an item is. I prefer to bag my own groceries and save a little money. Having said that, I do find the employees of this store to be friendly and helpful on the rare occasions I need assistance. The issues preventing me from giving 5 stars are the lack of organic items and the poor quality produce.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tires on Wheels; City: Reno, NV; Review: For years, we went to Mr. Hubcap and were satisfied with the tires we purchased for several cars. We appreciated the friendly customer service and good prices. We were so disappointed when the store closed because we do not have a convenient place to have tires changed by a mobile unit. Today my husband went to a national chain store that is convenient to our home to have his truck's tires checked, which were purchased at Mr. Hubcap. They were wearing strangely. On one side, both front and rear tires were wearing at a much higher rate than the other side's front and rear tires. Due to finances, we were hoping to replace two tires and rotate the others. Turns out we could not do this because 1. Mr. Hubcap had installed an odd size that is not normally used in the industry and 2. One of the tires was actually an entirely different size than the other three tires! What the hell????!!!!!!! We must now replace all the tires, which puts a strain on our budget. Not to mention the inexcusable carelessness that installing a single tire of a different size represents. Yes, they are extremely friendly and nice, but I do not go to tire stores to make friends. I want my safety to be a priority. I want to get a good product for my hard earned money. Yes, I like a good deal, but not at the expense of my safety. And is it really a good deal if down the road it causes you more expense and increases risk of a serious problem? You get what you pay for. Lesson learned. We will be far more careful in future tire purchases.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: John R. Lemieux, MD; City: Reno, NV; Review: My husband and I see Karri and couldn't be happier. She listens, advises, and has a sense of humor. We are very confident in her care, which I find to be conservative, which is great because she doesn't send you off to the specialist or lab for every little issue. She is very thorough and proactive. I have never had a more personable and flexible doctor. I feel like we are working together on problems, not that she is just telling me what to do. How nice! The office staff is busy and some of the staff may seem short at times, but honestly I think they are just trying to get the job done. Teresa is a great gal with a good sense of humor and I just love Wendy's caring personality. Now that I have been a patient for some time, I have come to really appreciate this office. Follow-up is not great, I have to call and track down my lab results myself. Usually I just make a follow-up appointment with Karri to discuss my results, it's worth the extra $25. I never have to wait long and the office gets me in quickly if I am sick.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rounds Bakery; City: Reno, NV; Review: Poor selection of donuts early on a weekday morning. And I don't mean they were low on stock. Fully stocked with unimaginative, redundant choices. Unfriendly staff. Very few customers. Checkout process annoying. When you go to sign for your credit card, they present a computer screen that psychologically makes you feel obliged to leave a tip. Tip?! For what?! You said ten words to me, didn't so much as crack a smile, didn't even know the price of a dozen donuts. The last straw was that the donuts are overly dense and flavorless. I dislike chain stores in general, but I will stick to Doughboys as I feel their service and product is better and their shops are cozier.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dolan Toyota; City: Reno, NV; Review: First of all, I researched what is done at the 30k miles service for my car and the only difference I could see between the official Toyota 30k service and Jiffy lube is that Toyota also checks your floor mats for safety. Oh yeah, Toyota charges $600 and I had the same service done at jiffy Lube for $66, except that I had to jiggle the floor mats myself to make sure they weren't hazardous. Then came time to take in my Camry for a recall. On the phone, I spoke to some kid who acted like I was ruining his day asking for a Saturday appointment. He would not even give me ballpark idea of how long the repairs would take, saying I had to talk to the "specialist" when I arrived. When I arrived, I found the signage to be poor, the interior of the dealership unorganized with desks and counters everywhere, and the only person who wanted to help was some desperate car salesman in a bad suit who lost interest as soon as I asked where I report in for my recall repairs. Our "specialist" was a sloppy guy in a duct taped chair who told us it would be 3 hours for repairs. We returned in 3 hours and it took 20 minutes to just find out if the car was ready, which it was not. Another hour waiting before they tried to give me someone else's car. We could not get our questions answered in a timely way---almost every time I asked something, the "specialists" had to leave and go find the answer, ask someone else, refer us to someone else or even offer to email us the answer. Just weird. My opinion--Communication is poor, staff is unprofessional and seems uninterested and untrained. Such a bad experience. Never again. I'll try Carson Toyota if I get another recall notice.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: RC Willey; City: Reno, NV; Review: I'm giving the two star, "Meh" review, because I'm not super impressed but neither do I think RC Willey is a terrible place to shop. The store itself is a lot of fun to browse and I do admire a retail company that gives it's employees a weekend day off by closing Sundays. I think the furniture quality is better than Dania, Ashley or Mor for the most part, but lower quality than La-Z-Boy, whose furniture lasts for decades but is quite a bit more expensive. One of my disappointments is that the furniture is not available to take home the same day. I ordered 2 recliners but they took 10 days to arrive and by then I had developed buyer's remorse and cancelled my order. The main thing I do not care for is the interminable amount of time everything takes at RC Willey. First, it is a huge store, so naturally takes some time to peruse it all. Second, it takes time to find a salesperson. God forbid you want to open an account to buy your furniture. We spent an inordinate amount of time setting up our account with a salesperson who thought he was a comedian. After that, we had to go stand in line at Customer Service and wait while that representative went through another prolonged process to complete the order. Both employees were friendly and helpful, but I was getting very impatient with the inefficient process of buying. Then, the waiting...like I said, it took so long I mulled over the purchase and decided I didn't need it. Next, I called to cancel the order. I was told by the operator it would be a 5 minute wait. 10 minutes later I hung up and called back 2 more times before I got an answer. Although, when I did finally reach a rep on the phone, the cancellation process was immediate. So, on the whole I think it is a decent store with a decent product whose buying process needs streamlining. I may go back someday, but I'd sure like to get the furniture the day I purchase it. By the way, RC Willey, I don't need one of those canned Yelp responses you send.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Great Full Gardens-Midtown; City: Reno, NV; Review: Space: large and open with amateurish décor, feels like eating in a warehouse or school cafeteria. Service: not so good, had to flag down servers. Food: healthy menu of very bland food Price: Inexpensive Recommendation: walk less than a block south and eat at Sup for more flavorful fare served in a nicer space.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hash House A Go Go; City: Reno, NV; Review: as a local, I find the location, like most casino restaurants, to be somewhat inconvenient for a quick in and out meal. But I'd take visitors here, especially if they were staying in a downtown casino and we could walk over. Tourists staying downtown should give it a try. The theme of the place is not clearly defined. The restaurant itself is welcoming and comfortable. It seems quiet and has nice subdued lighting and quality décor. The décor seems a little too neo-industrial and with the dim lighting, just plain too upscale for the farmhouse menu theme and kitschy presentation of gigantic portions. Entrees are huge and outrageous--piled high with garnishes sticking out all over the place. The food is fun and tastes better than most casino coffee shop food. Don't expect gourmet but it is satisfying American fare. I just kept thinking how much more complete an experience it could be it in a bright, retro, funky type setting. Maybe that's just me... I think you should go, it's worth a try and it's pretty fun to eat some insane mountain of mashed potatoes--just bring some friends to share it with.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Recycled Furniture; City: Reno, NV; Review: I wanted to address some of the negative reviews. I recently purchased a very nice leather sofa and loveseat here for a good price (not-negotiable), and a few years ago bought an adorable vintage patio set (negotiated quite a bit lower price). Their furniture is subject to 130 degree temperature for 2 hours before being put on the sales floor, which kills bedbugs and scabies. For those of you who recommend Goodwill, good luck with that. The last time I shopped at Goodwill in Sparks, I sat on a sofa they had for sale, looked down and immediately saw that it was crawling with bedbugs. I have never jumped up so fast. When I informed staff, they were very ho-hum. So, yes, Recycled Furniture does not negotiate much, and yes, I have caught them bluffing about the amount of time a piece of furniture has been for sale in order to avoid negotiation. That's why they get 4 stars instead of 5. But I would prefer to pay a higher price for a sofa that has been sanitized than take my chances at a garage sale or thrift store ( it is possible to sanitize your own small thrift store furniture during the summer months by leaving it in a closed up car or SUV for several hours in the sun on a very hot day). I find the staff of recycled Furniture to be very friendly and helpful without being pushy. They will not point out the faults of the furniture so you must scrutinize every inch before purchasing. Buyer beware. We had our sofa set delivered for $40 all the way to the back of Lemmon Valley, which seemed reasonable. They removed our old couch and gave us $40 for it so the delivery ended up being free AND we didn't have to deal hauling and donating it. I don't understand why people are upset with this store cruising the thrift stores for furniture just as we all have the right to do. Thrift store furniture itself has gone up in price lately, too, sometimes outrageously. Bottom line is that Recycled Furniture is buying from a thrift store and that helps the thrift store make money for its cause. So that seems like a winner for the thrift store to me! Anyway, I like the store and the staff, and appreciate the sterilization efforts. I really like the fact that I can preview furniture online before going to the store in person. Just be careful, as you should anywhere, make sure you know what you are buying, and I think you can get a good deal here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sparks Coffee Shop; City: Sparks, NV; Review: My husband and I have eaten here twice on the recommendation of co-workers and were not disappointed. We went to breakfast on two Sunday mornings and, although it was crowded both times, were seated after just a short wait. The décor is homey, slightly overdone and a bit confusing---birdcages everywhere, lots of artificial plants, some Mexican décor, some Asian pieces, some country Americana, and a horse theme in the bar area. But, it is comfortable and very clean. Bright and sunny. The service at this place is outstanding! We were greeted warmly, the servers had a moment to chat and joke around with us, not to mention I kind of got the giggles at how often different servers came by and offered to fill our coffees. It was great! Empty coffee cups are one of my pet peeves when dining out, and these guys know how to keep the coffee flowing, and I really appreciate that. Also, the huge basket of flavored coffee creamers at the table is a nice treat The first visit I had a southwest style Benedict with a chorizo patty. The chorizo patty was cooked well, with crispy edges and the eggs were poached perfectly. I would have appreciated some potatoes that were not obvious frozen hash browns. The food was very tasty and the portion size was good, as I prefer not to have a mountain of food on my plate that goes to waste. My husband had the corned beef hash omelette and like another person pointed out, the ingredients are mixed into the eggs, then the whole thing folded over instead of the filling being inside, but we like that better as we prefer scrambles to omelettes anyway. Flavorful omelette and no skimping on the ingredients. The next visit I had corned beef hash and eggs. Again, the frozen hash browns were not great, but the corned beef hash was delicious and fresh, with bell peppers and onions and not a single potato for filler. Yum! My husband had a cheeseburger this time, with pepper jack and avocado. Nice bun and fresh ingredients here, too. His only complaint was that he asked for medium rare and got a well done patty. Initially, we were seated at a table that was right next to the waiting area bench, so all these people were lined up on the bench facing us while we waited to eat. Sorry, that was too awkward, so we asked to move. The server was very gracious and accommodating, and when I told her why we had asked to move, she thanked me for my input as she had been wondering why so many patrons refuse that table. All in all, a great place! We used to eat breakfast on Sundays at Hometown Diner, which has huge portions of great food, but the servers are harried and sometimes rude, and coffee cups are perpetually dry. This will be our new breakfast spot, with better service, lower prices and more reasonable portions of tasty food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thai Chili; City: Reno, NV; Review: My new favorite Thai place. Don't let the outside fool you. I drove by this place for literally decades due to the outside appearance. The interior is very nicely decorated in a Thai theme with lots of natural wood, colorful curtains and lovely soft music. It is very clean. Let me tell you about the spring rolls. They are HUGE, big enough to almost make a meal. It is like a big fresh salad of perfectly balanced greens, mint and basil with a few rice noodles and a couple nice shrimp. No crazy lunchmeat or overabundance of rice noodles like you get at most Korean places, this is Thai style, fresh and perfect! My husband and I like to share the spring rolls and another appetizer and that leaves us plenty full. The service is very accommodating, friendly and efficient. I have not experienced an unfriendly or inefficient server here.They even have a little patio if you want to eat outside. The food does take a little longer to prepare, but this is real cooking, people! If you want fast Thai food there are plenty of quickie type Thai places, this is a real restaurant and I am happy to wait for their delicious food.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Natural Selection; City: Reno, NV; Review: This place bumps Midtown up into a whole new category, if you ask me. One more hipster eating/drinking place is the last thing we need. More shops like Natural Selection will provide another draw to Midtown for unique shopping. I went to Natural Selection after a friend gave me a mink skull that was purchased there. She described a wonderful and unique store so I had to see it for myself. The purveyors are authentic, warm and great fun to talk to. Like another reviewer, I have been thinking about those algae balls since I visited a few weeks ago. Must find a great, upcycled glass something for mine to live in, then I will be back! I enjoyed talking with the owner's mother, and I am so sorry to have forgotten her name because she made my visit a real experience. We had a great conversation about nature, life, death and animals. How wonderful to connect with another human and talk about important issues. She also gave me a history on some of the taxidermy that is in the store and their stories are quite interesting. Totally worth the trip, give it a try! Not to mention, there are myriad eateries and bars nearby in which to refresh yourself after your visit to Natural Selection. I wish Natural selection much success.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sasquatch Tavern & Grill; City: Verdi, NV; Review: I was really looking forward to eating here after all the good things I'd heard. I really wanted to love this place. The pictures on Yelp, etc, made it seem a lot different than it really is. I kept seeing that river rock fireplace so I imagined a cozy lodge theme. Silly me. When you have a bar with a sasquatch theme, the opportunity for awesome decor is huge. You could do a woodsy, cabin thing or kitschy, fun sasquatch decor. So many fun things could be done. But sasquatch seems to be an afterthought in the decor here. A couple random statues and few pictures and a dusty, neglected glass case on the wall pretty much sum it up. Too bad. Such potential. Dark, sparsely decorated interior could use a good cleaning and pest control is needed badly as the flies were out of control. The food seemed fresh and tasted fine but ordinary. Ordered it from a boring menu that could tie in the Sasquatch theme but doesn't. My breakfast burrito was prepared nicely and had good flavor. The food prices are good and I liked the menu variety. The good news is the Verdi Coolers are quite good; vodka with fresh squeezed orange, lime or grapefruit juice and a splash of Sierra Mist. Refreshing! The drink specials were reasonably priced. Very friendly service, although quite slow and we had to ask for everything, including the check. The outside patio is decent but bare, could use a splash of color like a couple flowerpots or music, etc. The whole experience was a disappointing "meh" for me, and while it was not bad, it is not worth the drive for me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Swill Coffee and Wine; City: Reno, NV; Review: I am happy to update my original review after a change in ownership at Swill. Pros: The new, bright paint job reflects the new, more positive and cheerful atmosphere. Gone are the moody, begrudging employees. The new staff is genuinely friendly and helpful. I love the simplicity of the menu. Unlike Starbucks and even local coffee place Homage, there is no pretension here. The sizes and drink descriptions are easy to understand. I don't need a Venti Medici, I just want to know what I'm ordering and how big it will be. The coffee Swill uses is a new, proprietary brand, which is mellow and rich. Nice change. The new owner is present most days, and it's nice to see a friendly business owner who is so concerned with quality and service--he is a bit intense but very sincere and friendly,he remembers everyone and wants to do right by his customers. I'm a fan.The prices are reasonable, too. And, any place that showcases local art and encourages community involvement is A-OK. The new, easier to read menu board makes ordering a breeze and looks much more professional than the dry erase board. And the fresher baked goods are a huge improvement over the previous offerings. Cons: I've been here with friends who were having coffee and I wanted to order wine, but the process for ordering wine (like what's available, how to order) is a little confusing, so I just fell back on coffee. I'd like that to be more clear. Also, and this is totally nit-picky, but the spelling errors on the new menu board are a wee problem for me, it just seems careless. But overall, it's great and I will be back frequently. The cons are minor and the pros are that this place has really stepped up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rounds Bakery; City: Reno, NV; Review: Tried Rounds again. A client brought us a box of donuts form Rounds as a thank you. Usually, a box of donuts disappears rapidly around here but these donuts are super heavy, dry and have very little flavor, so the box sat around for awhile and then had to be thrown away. So sad, because I'd love to frequent a good bakery that was close to my work, especially because it would support a local business, but unfortunately, I find the product to be very poor quality and I don't care for the attitude of the place.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Under the Rose Brewing Company; City: Reno, NV; Review: I read the great reviews and went to Under the Rose. First thing I noticed walking in was trash in the middle of the floor. Next thing I noticed was how messy, unorganized, unfinished, unimaginative and dirty it was. The very nice person who served us made it clear that the bar is an afterthought to the distribution warehouse and it shows. I get the whole hipster vibe, the rawness, the whole garage experience they are selling, but it stands to alienate a huge segment of potential customers. Personally, I need more appeal to tempt me to this sketchy neighborhood. I hope they make it because I love their boldness, but the beer is not good enough to make up for the I-don't-give-shit attitude. I really wish them the best because the owner was super nice.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pigeon Head Brewery; City: Reno, NV; Review: Great beer, beautiful remodel on the building, nice urban vibe, awesome patio, friendly and helpful staff. Not to mention, this place is immaculately clean. The black chainlink and street art inspired decor is balanced by a low key, rustic but classy look. Very comfortable environment in which to sit and chat over great beer. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strunk Rhonda Apn C; City: Reno, NV; Review: I had a full body screening with Rhonda after hearing how great she was from 2 people. She did a very thorough check of my skin. However, she was downright unhelpful and bordering on rude when I requested she freeze some unsightly age spots on my face. Other doctors at this practice have done this for me on more than one occasion.She was dismissive of my request and waved me off with comments like "it's just part of aging..." or "it will just come back..." I understand that, as I have the same ones frozen periodically and it makes me happy for a year or so before they reappear. Plus, it's my face! I had to convince her and then she half-heartedly gave me a squirt of the freezing solution. She's a mature gal like me and I noticed she had some age spots that she apparently chooses to ignore. So, I guess she feels I should do the same. She seemed unfriendly and it just felt like a my-way-or-the-highway situation with her so I will be trying a different doctor next time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sierra Smiles; City: Reno, NV; Review: I had written a negative review of Sierra Smiles while I was upset with the practice, which probably wasn't entirely fair. Now that I have cooled my jets a little, it's time to update. Dr. Bocchi is very nice and concerned about his practice. When my husband and I decided to leave the practice after several years, Dr. Bocchi did attempt to smooth things out and that was admirable. Dr. Kleidosty was one of the most thorough dentists I'd ever been to, and she is so warm and approachable. The hygienists are mostly great. The office is lovely and spa-like with touches like paraffin hand wax, heated neck pillows, TVs and music by earphones--all of which I find silly, but people seem to love it. I think the dentistry practiced here is good. Why did we leave? Because we prefer clear and reliable estimates, fair pricing practices, and dislike hard sales tactics for things like mouth guards, waterpiks, sonicares, special toothpaste, bleaching, etc. One example: I was encouraged to purchase Sierra Smiles' sleep apnea testing because of my "large tonsils", but I had had my tonsils removed decades ago. The proverbial last straw was when, because my husband had had previous periodontal work here,( which, under their care, had improved to a normal state) we were told that he was coded to always be charged more for his regular cleanings. Regretfully, we decided to look elsewhere for our dentistry needs.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Two Chicks; City: Reno, NV; Review: I'd like to end on a positive note so let's get the bad out of the way. I figured a place with the tagline Eggcellent Breakfast would take bacon and eggs to a higher level so that's what I ordered. I ordered over-medium eggs and the whites were raw. The bacon fat was unrendered and the bacon, while nice quality, was limp. Bummer. The hashbrowns were undercooked and underseasoned. Dang! OK, on to the good...the cranberry butter served with my English muffin was so good I could have sat there and eaten it all day long. Delish! The service was top notch. My server was polite and friendly in a low-key way, which I appreciated on an early morning weekday. My food came very fast (probably because it was mostly undercooked LOL). The place is adorable and trendy with corrugated steel, bright yellow chairs, red checked cloth napkins and cute clocks. Nice job on the décor. Also very clean. I liked the choice of music and the fact that the volume was not too loud. The best part was the coffee. It was really, REALLY good! I will try Two Chicks again because of all the good points and because it would be a cute place to take visitors, but it really does come down to the food so I hope next time is better.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Outsiders Hair Studio & Salon; City: Reno, NV; Review: Jenna is very thorough and listens well. She is also just a genuinely nice person. I got the exact cut I asked for and receive a lot of compliments. Jenna is 5 star! The salon gets 4 stars because I'm a germ-phobe so I'd like cleanliness and obvious sterilization of combs and brushes between clients to be more apparent. But, it's a great salon as far as service, friendliness, and atmosphere. I absolutely recommend Jenna, and the other stylists seemed good, too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sushi Pier; City: Reno, NV; Review: My husband became very ill after eating here and ended up spending two full days on IV fluids in urgent care.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute; City: Reno, NV; Review: I've been going here for years and it has gotten bad. Last time I waited in the exam room (not the waiting room, mind you) for almost 2 hours, then the doctor lectured me on how I shouldn't have been scheduled with her. Last time I checked, I don't work here as an appointment scheduler. Often, I just get a shrug and instructions to live with it, go to a medical spa, see another type of doctor. And, don't even get me started on trying to get your lab results, you have to get downright aggressive! I really like the office staff, but something is increasingly off about the docs, they seem unhappy and rushed. But, lucky for me, this isn't the only derm practice in town.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sinful Salon; City: Reno, NV; Review: I discovered Michael through Groupon and I'm glad I did. I was a bit skeptical because that's just how I am, but I was put at ease immediately. Lots of reviews speak to the cool experience of the shop and I concur, but mostly I am impressed with what a genuine and concerned person Michael is. He is very passionate about being a stylist and business owner. He is very concientious and has excellent communication, not hesitating to pick up the phone to clarify any questions. I am admittedly lazy about styling my hair and do not like the feel of product in my hair, so I need an excellent cut that stands on it's own with minimal fuss. I appreciated Michael's suggestions and understanding of my needs. He cut my hair EXACTLY as I asked him to, and then I had one of those "be careful what you ask for" moments, because I didn't love what I had asked him to do. He kindly made some adjustments and voila! Perfect. He made me feel comfortable working together until I was satisfied. I get a lot of compliments on the cut and I feel better than I have in a long time about my hair. I have postponed having it cut again because his styling was so skillful that it is looking great at every stage of growing out! Probably better get back in there for the health of my hair, but this haircut stands the test of time. I will definitely be back. I highly recommend Michael for his skill, pleasant personality, dedication and rockin' shop.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brasserie Saint James; City: Reno, NV; Review: Really great old building, but the renovation chopped it up quite a bit, so take a look around to figure out where you want to sit. There's a pub area, dining area with it's own bar, patio seating, and rooftop seating. We didn't know there was an option, however, because our hostess this afternoon seated us without so much as a word. No smile, no greeting, no explanation that there were different seating areas. Super awkward because it was our first time there and she was absolutely unfriendly. It was a quiet afternoon with few diners. Our server was very nice, but we had to wait so long to pay when we wanted to leave that we actually had to get up and try both bars before someone took our money. Food was just OK, nothing to write home about. It was served in a timely manner, but follow up was poor. We were initially ignored at the bars when we attempted to pay, and had to wait until some staff members in the pub were finished chatting to get their attention. They weren't busy, so I'm assuming it must be poor management, insufficient training or lack of supervision. Too bad, because it is a really great atmosphere and the menu has a lot of potential.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mega Pest Control; City: Reno, NV; Review: I highly recommend Mega Pest. I found a scorpion in my bed and yes, I admit it, I freaked out. I called six local Reno pest control companies and Mega Pest was the only one that answered their phone (yes, out of SIX!). Thank goodness, too, because they turned out to be a fantastic business to deal with. Personable while also being professional, these guys know customer service. Arturo came out within a few days and put the smackdown on any creepy crawlers in and outside our home. I was offered a free touch up within a certain time period if any other pesky problems occured, and today I discovered the nasty yellowjackets Mega Pest had battled have returned to their nest. No problem, I just got off the phone with these nice people and they'll be back in a few days to take care of things. Great company, no contracts required like most big national companies. No pressure like the big companies, just plain good folks running an honest and effective business. I discovered a friend of mine with multiple rental properties uses Mega Pest exclusively, and I can see why. Thanks, Mega Pest!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hinoki Sushi; City: Reno, NV; Review: If you live here, you know that All You Can Eat Sushi is everywhere in this town. Much of it is the same all over town; same rolls, same taste, same chefs. Same sushi, different day. Service can really make a difference when the sushi is all the same. Because of the previously great service, Minato used to be my favorite, but we had a customer service disaster there and fled. But, the great thing about Reno is that there is another sushi bar right down the street with the same rolls. We decided to give Hinoki a try and were so very happy to see familiar faces from Minato when we walked in. We really appreciate the service and the extra enthusiasm these chefs put into their creations. It's nice to find a sushi place that is actually trying to stand out from the crowd. There are many of the requisite rolls, but these guys also like to get creative and can whip up some delicious and new rolls for your enjoyment. Service is very good. The place is clean. It's a little cavernous and minimally decorated, loud, and could use a little more ambience. Probably not a great place for date night, but great if you just want to get your sushi on. Enjoy!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TheOfficeBoss Mail Center; City: Reno, NV; Review: I was going to mail a small package here and was quoted over $17.00. Went to the regular post office and paid $7.84. I had noticed the time before this visit that the rates seemed unusually high, but let it go. This time I did some research and discovered they add a HUGE amount to postal shipping. Yes, they are extremely nice and helpful, but I don't need a best friend, I need honest rates. Very deceptive way to run a business. Most people probably assume they charge the same as the post office.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jade Cannabis; City: Reno, NV; Review: I have been a customer at Blum and it is a very nice dispensary. However, I will never give them another cent because of one thing. Blum has put up GIGANTIC billboards directly above both Silver State Relief and Sierra Wellness dispensaries. I am not exaggerating about the size and proximity of these billboards. If a business cannot stand on its own merits and must resort to this type of repugnant and hostile advertising, it is not part of the community that I choose to support.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sierra Auto Spa; City: Reno, NV; Review: I'd give zero stars if Yelp would allow it. Been there before with full service, which was not very good, as they left quite a bit of dust in the interior. Thought I'd just try the basic this time. I had to go through twice because of all the soap left on my car. Second time I had to wipe the soap off with my own towel, even after complaining to the manager. He offered no recourse, and seemed confused. Also, the dryer portion of the car wash does not dry the car. On top of all this, the first vacuum I tried did not work at all, and the second vacuum actually deposited dirt and dog hair on my mats! So zero stars for the actual car wash, zero stars for customer service, and zero stars for the vacuums. There are many cr washes in Reno, I will go elsewhere.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bella Dermatology; City: Reno, NV; Review: I have gone to Skin Cancer and Dermatology Institute for years and my experiences ranged from unpleasant to downright nightmarish. I finally decided I deserve better. I discovered Bella Dermatology and could not be happier. This is a small private practice and I prefer that. I want to develop a relationship with my doctor, not just be a number. My only complaint is that I wish they were more prompt in answering and returning calls. The wait was short. The doctor and her assistant spent a long time with me as a new patient, giving me their undivided attention, answered all of my many questions, and even performed a minor procedure right there in the room instead of having me make another appointment. They were professional and knowledgeable and yet cheerful, warm, and friendly. I found them to be so attentive, it was really a breath of fresh air. Some derms seem to focus mostly on cosmetic issues, while others only focus on medical aspects of skin. I love Dr. Ai's approach, encompassing both sides of the issue. I want to stay ahead of medical problems, but I'd also like to age gracefully, and many derms have simply dismissed my concerns about ageing skin issues. Dr. Ai addressed my adult acne, which I previously felt resigned to live with, and I am so happy to see my skin improving, giving my self-esteem a real boost. She has her discerning eye on some other areas of my skin, so I know she is looking out for my health as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coney Island Dogs & Burgers; City: Reno, NV; Review: Hot dogs are my guilty pleasure, so I was super excited to discover that Coney Island was going to open. Yay, I thought, my new favorite restaurant! I went in today and was impressed by the menu and the cute redecorating. Lots of delish sounding hot dogs and burgers. There was no line and I was helped right away. The staff were friendly. The person who was presumably in charge was talking loudly on the phone, right at the counter, apparently trying to remedy an issue that had her pretty agitated and engrossed. I saw that she was to be the one preparing my food so I watched intently. Although she wore gloves, she was handling her cell phone, pens, and notepaper. When she began to make my food, I was relieved that she changed the gloves, but then picked her phone up again, and the pen, and then coughed right on the food prep area. I informed the counter staff of what I had observed and why I would be leaving without my food. To get a refund, I probably would have had to discuss the situation with the person in charge, who was still busy on the phone, so I just left. I am disappointed, because I truly wanted to love this place, but the poor awareness of hygiene that I observed was too much.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sierra Eye Associates; City: Reno, NV; Review: Dr. Khanani is a renowned speaker, researcher, educator and an exceptionally talented doctor and surgeon. He also happens to be a very positive, warm, and genuinely nice person who is frank and honest. He has a personable bedside manner, a good sense of humor, and a sincere desire to heal. He will fight for your vision. Dr. Constantine is a young doctor who is very skilled, compassionate, and dedicated. He is very approachable, intelligent, and has an easy way with patients. He also has a sincere desire to help people. My husband and I have complete trust in them both, and feel very blessed by their care. The staff of nurses, techs, assistants, and admin staff are skilled, professional, and compassionate. We truly feel welcome and cared for by all. To address the negative reviews regarding wait times and busyness, I must say that it takes time to do medicine right, and I'll wait all day for doctors of this caliber. This practice addresses emergency situations on the spot, and that puts them behind schedule, but you'll sure be thankful if you're the recipient of that emergency care. This practice cares for patients at risk for blindness, a profound and devastating condition. That is a little more demanding than your average MD writing a prescription for a cold. There are many levels of diagnostics, testing, treatments, and procedures that take place here. So, yes, the waiting room can resemble an airline terminal, wait times can be very long, and I admit I was a little taken aback upon my first visit. But I became familiar with their process of taking patients back for testing, imaging, etc. and then returning them to the waiting room to await the next step. And, I was blown away by the high level of care and concern. Plan for extra time, stay positive, treat the staff with respect, and you will be well taken care of and might just start to feel like family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peg's Glorified Ham & Eggs; City: Reno, NV; Review: Really loud and busy, like all the Peg's, and that's OK. I have had great meals at other Peg's, like the Loco Moco, or any of the tasty skillets. Just be careful what you order. I ordered grits with a side of bacon this time. They cook the bacon in advance and put it in a big tray, then heat it up when you order it, and that is not OK. It was limp, unrendered, super greasy and flavorless. Pretty hard to mess up bacon! The grits were gelatinous, overcooked, unsalted, and frankly just weird, almost like chia pudding, if you know what that is.. Not OK. They came with one tiny pat of butter in a sealed, single serve unit like you get at a cafeteria. I don't think I've ever seen one so small. It was kinda cute. But, not enough for a southern girl's grits. I asked for more butter and received a scoop of margarine in a dish, which...OK...then, the server said not to mind the bread crumbs that were in it because it's the same butter they use on the toast. Huh?? Just bring me more of the tiny pats of sealed butter, not the communal toast butter. SMH. I should have gotten a breakfast skillet.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reno Tahoe Auto Group; City: Reno, NV; Review: Typical dealership, hungry salesman giving you the eye as soon as you pull in, friendly ice-breaker sent out to greet you. Joey is a very nice young man who was quite helpful and friendly. I am giving one star because I have to, and another star for Joey, who seems like a genuinely good person. Nobody seemed knowledgeable about the vehicles. We did a test drive and then were handed off to Michael, also quite nice, but slightly more slick. We had one very simple request: "Tell us the lowest price you can give us on the vehicle, regardless of payments, financing, or cash". We have excellent credit and would handle the financing through our own bank. We just needed to know the lowest price on the vehicle. So far, nobody could answer the question.Then came "Skeeter". First, the name, right? Not very confidence inspiring to deal with a guy named after a predatory blood sucking insect. Here's where it blew up for us. He was incredibly loud, so everyone in the building could hear the conversation regarding our finances, he leaned across the table into my personal space, was very condescending, and did not listen. He did not follow COVID protocols, getting in my face with his mask not properly placed, talking forcefully, and not maintaining distance. We never did get an answer to our one question. We left and went to Enterprise car sales, where we were treated respectfully and within COVID guidelines, discussed our finances in a private office, and found the same vehicle with lower mileage, zero haggling, and a much lower price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Peg's Glorified Ham N Eggs; City: Reno, NV; Review: Open kitchen, and they set the plates with food ready to be picked up by servers on the counter, immediately in front of other diners who are eating there. So your plate sat next to the plate of some guy noshing on his breakfast and getting who knows what on your plate. And, P.S. I'm Southern and they don't know how to prepare grits, bless their hearts.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dunkin; City: Reno, NV; Review: Extremely unfriendly staff. I mean, no hello, goodbye, or thank you. No eye contact. I have visited this Dunkin frequently due to its proximity to my job, and it is the same with all the staff. They seem defeated, silent, and depressed. Management needs to step it up.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Melissa & Doug Felt Chalk Eraser; Brand: Melissa & Doug; Review: Well, what can I say. I was tired of using my hands to clean our chalkboard, but then I found this new fangled device that protects my hands and clears the board with ease.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Neat-Oh! LEGO Star Wars ZipBin TIE Fighter 600 Brick Storage Case; Brand: Neat-Oh; Review: If you're looking for a TIE Fighter to hold your things, well have you found it! This holds things AND looks like a TIE fighter.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neat-Oh!? LEGO? Star Wars ZipBin? Battle Bridge 500 Brick Storage Case; Brand: Neat-Oh; Review: The 'bridge' part is a waste, I tossed it even before my son first used this. But on the whole, it's a solid case.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LeapFrog LeapPad Carrying Case, green (Works with all LeapPad2 Tablets and LeapsterGS)); Brand: LeapFrog Enterprises; Review: Case does exactly what it is meant to do...hold things. Holds the leap pad and games like a champ! Sweet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Melissa & Doug Jewelry & Nails Sticker Pad; Brand: Melissa & Doug; Review: I love these sticker books. My children have had several different kinds, so we bought these for my nieces, the girls ages 4 - 11 loved them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: LeapFrog LeapPad2 Recharger Pack (Works with all LeapPad2 Tablets); Brand: LeapFrog Enterprises; Review: I would recommend this to anyone, regular batteries go dead in less than an hour's worth of use. A totally worthwhile investment.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEGO Education Community Minifigures Set 4598355 (256 Pieces); Brand: LEGO Education; Review: I keep these figures separate from my sons' giant Lego collection, which is full of Ninjago and Star Wars stuff. It is a nice change for them, lots of items not included in their everyday Lego collection.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game; Brand: Star Wars; Review: My son got this for Christmas and he totally loves it. But the constant putting it back together just to knock it down is a little tedious...especially because I'm the one who does it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VTech Switch & Go Dinos - SkySlicer The Allocaurus Dinosaur; Brand: VTech; Review: Santa gave this to my four year old for Christmas, he loves it. It is a little loud, but aren't all toys like this?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angry Birds Star Wars Telepods: Jedi vs Sith or Rebels vs. Villains (Characters may vary); Brand: Angry Birds; Review: If you're looking for little star wars bird like balls to get lost all over your house, well you have found it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: POOF-Slinky 0SA247 Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit, 9- Activities; Brand: Scientific Explorer; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect much from this. But it even failed to live up to my lacking expectations. It didn't come with all the things needed to complete some of the experiments, red cabbage powder? Try finding that locally...Anyway, it kept my kids entertained for about a solid 11 seconds.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Toy Tie-Not Water Balloon Filling Set, Colors May Vary; Brand: Imperial Toy; Review: Not sure why I even thought this would be a good purchase. It is was less work to tie the balloons the 'old fashioned' way.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game; Brand: Star Wars; Review: My son got this for Christmas and he totally loves it. But the constant putting it back together just to knock it down is a little tedious...especially because I'm the one who does it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game; Brand: Star Wars; Review: My son got this for Christmas and he totally loves it. But the constant putting it back together just to knock it down is a little tedious...especially because I'm the one who does it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: LeapFrog Explorer Transformers Rescue Bots Race to The Rescue Learning Game; Brand: LeapFrog Enterprises; Review: Santa brought this to my four year old this past Christmas, he loves it. I was surprised at the ecological and environmental learning aspects in this game. Thanks santa ;); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spalding NBA Youth Outdoor Basketball - Youth Size 5 (27.5"); Brand: Spalding; Review: Another ball! Who doesn't love balls? I sure love balls. We have balls all over my house...big balls, little balls, balls balls balls. This was a good addition to our ball collection.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultra Pro 25/9 Pocket Page Protectors; Brand: Ultra Pro; Review: My 7 year old son has developed an obsession with Pokemon cards. While he has no clue what they are and what anything on them means, he was in dire need of something to carry around my wasted money in. These display my poorly utilized paycheck in beautiful clarity.If you're looking for something to prominently display your children's ability to manipulate you and your spending, this is definitely the page protector for you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
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Title: T-fal C53133 Signature Nonstick Expert Easy Clean Interior Thermo-Spot Heat Indicator Dishwasher Safe Oven Safe 10-Inch Jumbo Cooker with Glass; Brand: T-fal; Review: Works well! Easy clean up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Medelco 4 Cup Universal Glass Espresso Replacement Carafe, Black; Brand: CAF BREW COLLECTION; Review: Not a universal fit, but it is a good coffee pot!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BLACK+DECKER Spacemaker Under-Counter Toaster Oven, Black/Stainless Steel, TROS1000D; Brand: Black & Decker; Review: If you need a small toaster over, this is a good fit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bulk 4 Blade Foil Cutter by True; Brand: True; Review: Easiest foil cutter I've found!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Metaltex USA Inc. Under Shelf Basket, White, 16-Inch; Brand: Metaltex USA; Review: Great price and fits exactly as advertised!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chillz 3-in-1 Wine Bottle Cooler Stick - Best Barware Tool - Stainless Steel Chiller Cooling Rod; Brand: The Classic Kitchen; Review: Terrific for chilling a glass of wine or whiskey!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chillz Wine Aerator Pourer - Best Barware Tool Accessory with Aerating Pourer and Decanter Spout; Brand: The Classic Kitchen; Review: We are totally happy with our aerator! It really does make a great difference in our wine !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids Glass Food Storage Container, 11.5 Cup, Racer Red 2856007; Brand: Rubbermaid; Review: Very well made!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kanto MTM65PL Mobile TV Stand with Mount for 37 to 65 inch Flat Panel Screens - Black; Brand: Kanto; Review: Easy to assemble, and works well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Batman Unlimited Arkham Origins Deathstroke Action Figure; Brand: Mattel; Review: Excellent figure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Revoltech Godzilla Kaiyodo SciFi Super Poseable Action Figure-004 Baragon; Brand: Kaiyodo Japan; Review: Excellent figure. Ordered several years ago, and is still completely intact.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rubie's Kids Vinyl Predator Helmet Mask; Brand: Rubie's Costume Co; Review: Made of low-quality rubber and very flimsy.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Captain America Shield; Brand: ; Review: Terrible quality, fragile, and too small.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Neca Predators 7 Inch Series 7 - Masked City Hunter Predator Action Figure; Brand: Predators; Review: Very nice figure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LEGO Super Heroes Tumbler Chase 76001; Brand: LEGO; Review: Very nice Lego set, good for all ages.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Predators Series 8 Jungle Patrol Dutch Schaefer 7" Action Figure; Brand: Predator; Review: Very nice figure.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sennheiser PC 151 Binaural Headset with Noise-Canceling Microphone & Volume Control; Brand: Sennheiser; Review: The good: I have had this headset for about two months now. It delivers great sound quality. I use it to make calls over the internet. Sound's quality on both ends of the line is great. I also use it to listen to music. It has helped me realize that 'what separates good music from great music is a good headset!!' The inline volume control & mute function comes in handy. The bad: It feels a bit warm on the ears with all that padding, no major discomfort though. The Bottom Line: It's a well-designed, well-built headset with distinctive sound quality. It's a value bargain; you get what you pay for in full. It doesn't look nor feel cheap. I would recommend it to a friend with confidence.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION); Brand: Apple; Review: First, I'm a long time Windows-Based Computer user. This is my first Apple product ever. I have to admit, up until recently I've considered myself an Anti-Apple Crusader! But in my new job, I've got a lot of exposure to Apple's products and the customers feedback has been overwhelming: People love their Apples!! You combine that with life-long series of disappointments, frustrations, freezes, crashes, viruses and 'updates' with each and every "PC" I have come to own or use ( and trust me when I say: I've got my hands on quite a few). It was a 'Green Monday' deal at a nearby Bestbuy store: Apple MacBook Pro 13" for a little over $1000 with 6-18 months Financing. I just couldn't let it pass. And so I got my hands on my first Mac. Urban Myths Versus First-Hand Realities: ----------------------------------------------- 1) The Only True PC On The Market: We use the abbreviation PC so loosely that we kind of forgot what it stands for: "Personal Computer." So it has nothing to do with a particular OS or hardware manufacturer but rather the combination of both and the overall user's experience. That's being said, and having used my Macbook for over two months, I'm ready to make a rather bold statement: Mac computers are the only true PC's on the market. Other machines are more less of Windows-Bloated computers!! 2) The Mac OS: Mine has Mac OS X v10.7 Lion pre-installed. I have to admit I was afraid the switch was going to be hard because I knew nothing about Macs. But 3 days into using my MacBook Pro, I fell in love with it! The Operating System is very user-friendly and ridiculously easy to use/navigate. The following link was a great reference for me: [...]. I also went on YouTube for more advise on how to get the best of my new Mac. And the Apple Rep at the nearby BestBuy store was super helpful. Honestly, by the end of the first week, I was up & running and since, never really needed to ask any questions as to how use my Mac. Oh, one more thing that is worth highlight: settings ("System Preferences") are very visualized & easy to set up & change. Three thumbs up! I know I'll never miss the "Control Panel" on other so-called PC's. 3) Superior Build Quality: You get what you pay for. You're paying premium price but you're also getting a premium quality. The Aluminium unibody is an eye and a hand pleaser! The built quality is superb and attention to details is meticulous! 4) Great Juice Pack! The MacBook Pro is, hands down, the best battery life laptop out there with 7 hours of rigorous use easy! I can't think of any other laptop that comes close. 5) Lack of HDMI port: Simply overrated! All you need is a Mini Display to HDMI adaptor and you're set! It would be nice to have a dedicated HDMI but I don't think it's a deal breaker. 6) Blue Ray Drive: Well, it would be nice to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic VIERA TC-L47ET5 47-Inch 1080p 60Hz 3D Full HD IPS LED-LCD TV with 4 Pairs of Polarized 3D Glasses; Brand: Panasonic; Review: I've ordered my Panasonic VIERA TC-L42ET5 (42") on this Black Friday. I received my unit the following Monday. Shipping speed exceeded my expectations but Fedex handling of item was disappointing. But I'll get to that later. This, I have to admit, is my first Big, Smart, 3D TV. And I have to say, so far, I'm loving it! Well, let's break it down for you, shall we? Pros: ----- - Setup was a breeze and couldn't ask for easier set up. Your set will update itself and you then just follow the prompts on the screen. - Size Does Matter! At 42" this TV sure delivers lots of real state to feast your eyes upon. But, I think this point is rather subjective since my last TV was a measly 26". Well, if this is your first 4+ inches TV, it sure will please! - IPS (In Plane Switching): Basically a technology that widens viewing angle. This makes a world of difference when you have a group of viewers watching a movie or something where everyone is guaranteed a sharp image no matter where they're sitting. - LED: A widely spread technology used by TV manufacturers "which offer[s]the advantages over LCDs of reduced energy consumption, better contrast and brightness, greater color range, more rapid response to changes in scene and more accurate image rendering." Simply put, a better picture quality than LCD TVs at a fracture of the price for a comparable Plasma TV. - Built-In WiFi with Viera Connect suite of Apps (Applications): Having built-in WiFi means less wires, less mess. So, it detects and connects to my router real fast. No problems or connectivity issues. Content load time (although varies by a lot of factors) has been real good (5-10 seconds). Viera Connect offers a plethora of apps: Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, YouTube, Pandora, Facebook, Twitter to name a few plus a very functional Web Browser (No Flash support though). - Ports: 4 HDMI, 2 USB, 1 SD card, Ethernet, digital audio out. There may be more but those are the ones I needed to see! I have to admit, I haven't put most of those ports to a real test just yet but sure will update my review accordingly. - Active 3D is good but won't waw you! I personally don't think that 3D technology is not ready for prime time yet. I've watched the movie 300 with 3D glasses on and thought it looked alright but that was it! Two things worth mention here: If you're buying this set because it's 3D capabilities, you maybe up for a downer! I personally cannot compare it to anything prior. "I guess it's nice to have that feature when you need it. Four pairs of glasses is very generous offering when compared to other set with similar price range. "Active" 3D is meant to deliver a better 3D experience. - DLNA: Potentially a technology that enables consumers to share diverse media content across multiple devices within their household or office: smartphones, printers, TVs, tablets and more. Basically, by connecting; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Matias FK303 Mini Tactile Pro Keyboard for Mac with Built-in 3-Port Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hub; Brand: Matias; Review: Whats in Common Between Zooey Deschanel,The Matias Click Mechanical Keyboard and the Jaguar F-Type? They All Sound Sensational!!!! I have been researching for a mechanical keyboard to use with my MacBook Pro for a while. Little did I know where my quest would take me. I had to go through the keyboard 101 training to learn the difference between membrane cheepies that pollute our typing environment, contaminate our fingers with laziness, and bore our senses to dullness! Then, there is the mechanical keyboards. Theyre the norm were no longer acquainted with. They have distinct personas. They feel, they sound and they click! So, I love my Mac. I enjoy touching it, playing with it and at times, Id simply stare at it and just enjoy its firm, aluminum curves. But, my Mac, like everything else in life, is not perfect. My biggest complaint with it is its keyboard. It looks good to the eye and it works for typing. But the keys are too flat and too shallow for my liking. Theyre just dull and boring. My opinion may at first sound subjective and rather personal. But its neither this nor that! Lots of people share my opinion. They even share the same sentiment. So, it is a thing ( I wouldnt call it a problem) and its very annoying and counter productive. Thankfully though, theres a solution and a good one. Matias, a Canadian company, has made it its sole mission to bring back soul into typing. They specialize in making mechanical keyboards. Some of the finest actually. But that wasn't why I had a particular interest in them in the first place. They are the only mechanical keyboard manufacturer that makes Mac-dedicated Mechanical keyboards. That in itself is as rare a finding as mechanical keyboard thats worthy of your hard earned cash. What I have here is The Matias mini tactile keyboard. Its a 75% size keyboard, which for me, is the perfect size wether at home or on the road. Ive tried the full size original Apple mechanical keyboard and I had problem reaching out to my magic trackpad. The 75% keyboard hits the sweet spot for me. The design is clean and elegant. The milky white color, the contrast between the matt finished and slightly textured keys with the glossy keyboard casing compliments the overall look (something I wouldnt normally say but the Canadians have pulled it off!) The keys are well spaced and their spherical (concave) shape hugs your finger tips as they land in for strokes. Youve got to feel it to believe it. The keys offer great travel distance and their tactile feedback, dare I say, supersede that of the Apples original keyboard its modeled after! The best bit though is the sound it makes. It simply is superb! It features the legendary Alps key switches which deliver an epic, high pitched clicky" sound and I love it!!! The characters on the keys are laser etched so they are there to stay. Theres lots of special symbols peppered across the key tops which at first,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anker SoundCore Nano Bluetooth Speaker with Big Sound, Super-Portable Wireless Speaker with Built-in Mic for iPhone 7, iPad, Samsung,; Brand: Anker; Review: It's a tiny wonder! It's a cute music cube! It's Anker's newest addition to their outstanding family of products: The Anker SoundCore nano. Measuring in at 1.1" X 2.13" X 2.13" and weighing a mere 0.6 ounces, this is the tiniest bluetooth speaker I've come across. It's made out of machined aluminum with brushed mate finish and chamfered edges. It comes in four Apple-inspired colors: Silver, Grey, Gold and Pink. It supports Bluetooth 4.0 which offers faster, more reliable connection and is way more power-efficient. Translation: up to 4-hours of music playtime with a range of 33 feet. That's real impressive considering the overall dimensions of this thing. If that wasn't enough, Anker SoundCore nano also comes with built-in noise-cancelling microphone for "crystal clear calls." In my testing, the Anker nano call quality was clear on both ends. One more thing, included in the box is a micro-USB charging cable along with a micro-USB to 3.5 mm headphone jack adaptor. More on this here shortly! BUT, how does it sound? MIGHTY for its size! This tiny speaker packs a 3-watt driver which pumps surprisingly loud and clear music, considering its size. Now, I'm no music expert so I won't be talking about highs and lows or mids! I can simply say this: it sounds really clear and balanced with minimum distortion when cranked all the way up! So, is it perfect? Yes and No! It's perfect for its advertised purpose: a tiny speaker for use on the go. However, I have to highlight that I ended up recharging my Anker SoundCore nano every day. But then again, it's only rated at 4-hours of continuous music listening. If you need any longer, this speaker is not for you. I also find the omission of a headphone jack a bit annoying. It's something I don't use often but it's nice to have the option. Those are my only not-so-fair gripes with this otherwise awesome tiny bluetooth speaker. Honestly, I'm just nitpicking! It's a tiny speaker with big sound and incredible price tag ($22.99 as of this writing!); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: DPKIKO Headphone Adapter Splitter Compatible with iPhone Xs max / 7/7 8/8 Plus/X, Dual 8 Pin Jack Aux Audio; Brand: DPKIKO; Review: I've had mine for about a year now, and I absolutely love it! It looks really nice and is super easy to install and works well. No complaints there. I have to say, I had my doubts when I first saw the rather low price tag. But I have to say, this H2OVibe Rain Showerhead has exceeded all of expectations. Now, I can finally enjoy the flow of music with flowing water! The battery in that speaker last me about a week to 10 days per charge but I guess that varies. It takes 3-4 hours to charge fully. My only minor gripe is music controls are limited to play/pause, no forward or back but that, to me, is negligible. The bottom line, this is a product I would recommend with no reservations. Note: The speaker phone function works well enough in those rare occasion when I had to use it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Goodnight, Nebraska; Author: Visit Amazon's Tom McNeal Page; Review: A group of us are reading this for a book club to which the author will be coming. I had my hopes up because the book club usually selects excellent books. This is an exception. Goodnight, Nebraska is not without occasional charms, but they are too few. We certainly can be sympathetic with depressed characters, marital woes, etc.; we can revel in the ultimate success of the young couple; however, the unexplained happens too easily (miracle saving of #87's life; magical appearance of a transformed Randall in California, etc) and breaks the short-lived spasms of reality. The writer does not sustain a mood; he frequently interrupts himself to give us details and side stories that are never developed and are simply extraneous ( the story of a three-legged dog, etc). Basically, we get a lot of vignettes, about a quarter of which could be profitably omitted. One can enjoy parts of this book, but it lacks the intensity of many first novels. My friends who long for the Prairie liked it more than I did.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Secret Lives of Codebreakers: The Men and Women Who Cracked the Enigma Code at Bletchley Park; Author: Visit Amazon's Sinclair McKay Page; Review: One would imagine that Alan Turing, the enigma device, the combination of military cryptologists academics, and talented amateurs, thrown together for 4 years in relative secrecy would make for an interesting book. Regrettably, this author doesn't succeed. The book is by turns trivial, repetitive, unfulfilling, and poorly written. Too bad. Read the first 50 pages and the last bit about Tommy Flowers. Don't expect to learn anything much about Turing or any technical details about early computers. This was an intetesting episode in WWII history, but one learns little more than surface info in this book.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Seating Arrangements; Author: Visit Amazon's Maggie Shipstead Page; Review: An entertaining story by an up-and-coming writer. The writing is crisp; the words are well-chosen;l the novel's structure is clear and well done. The story is confined to about 3 days leading up to a wedding, mostly on an island very much like Martha's Vineyard. The chapters jump cleverly from one character's action/point of view to another's, so that we are able to follow the main characters enjoyably. The author, a Californian, certainly makes the most of her time as an undergraduate at Harvard; the book pegs the wealthy culture of the northeast and takes appropriate jabs at the club culture at Harvard. Only near the end does the plot veer briefly toward the improbable (the aging main character climbing to precarious heights on a ridiculous quest at night in the rain and then surviving a 3-storey fall with only a few bruises and a dirty shirt). Easy reading with outstanding writing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The One World Schoolhouse: Education Reimagined; Author: Visit Amazon's Salman Khan Page; Review: My Khan has written a stimulating account of the establishment and progress of the Khan Academy,. He begins with his initial effort to assist a cousin with some high school math and with his early instructional videos. As he relates his story, he interrupts to offer a rationale for his approach, and we find that he has looked over a century's worth of research and trends in education and combined that with his own observations and prejudices about how to improve teaching and learning. He is appropriately quick to credit ideas of others and to minimize what may seem new in some of his approach. Basically, Khan recommends the "flipped" classroom: students view short (~15 min) video lessons at home and use the classroom for mentored practice. Just as this starts to seem impractical, he reminds us of the one-room schoolhouse of times past and how efficacious that could be (but only under the auspices of an expert teacher and cooperative students). Further, such a classroom permitted multiple levels of progress - students worked at their own paces and levels. He couples this with the concept of learning to mastery. Sounds nice but optimistic, doesn't it? But wait. Khan persuades a school and then a school system to try these approaches. In on-going experiments, the flipped classroom with learning to mastery at individualized rates is working. We see how internet technology can be used to advance teaching, learning, and assessment. We also get a prescription for how we might better train classroom teachers (for whom Khan shows great respect, and whose interaction with students he values). Such ideas as Khan presents may seem impractical when scaled up, but in fact, some of these active learning techniques are working even in large college lecture courses. Khan and others are making real progress in improving education, and Khan is showing us how to successfully use technology in our classrooms and homes. Mr Khan writes clearly. Even though he lays on the occasional unsupported generality, he focuses on what works and on designing clinical trials with appropriate control groups, a rarity in educational research. Academic education experts may find much to disagree with, especially as this "outsider and upstart" has such success outside their establishment. However, I found this book quite stimulating. Khan invites us to abandon our prejudices about education and envision a better way. Furthermore, he is moving ahead on a broad variety of subjects and in many languages to discover and demonstrate how technology, in combination with good teachers, can advance education worldwide, while making better use of resources (such as money for education). The book is a quick and extremely worthwhile read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elmore Leonard's 10 Rules of Writing Ltd Ed; Author: Visit Amazon's Elmore Leonard Page; Review: The rules are short and witty, but there is no need to buy this $10 book. Just consult the web or the NYTimes.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Goldfinch: A Novel (Pulitzer Prize for Fiction); Author: Visit Amazon's Donna Tartt Page; Review: Read this book with a certain faith that, despite the depths of horror and despair and mendacity and violence in the life of the main character, and despite the length of the book, there is a great story here that is well worth the trip, a story related to us in terrific prose.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rebels of Ireland: The Dublin Saga; Author: Visit Amazon's Edward Rutherfurd Page; Review: If the general outline of Irish history since the time of Henry VIII is unfamiliar to you, this is a really splendid way to get the knowledge. If you know the history, you're still in for a fine story. The characters are interesting, familial ties run through the book, the complexities of Protestants, Catholics, native old Irish, Old English Irish, and the many conflicting and often paradoxical political forces and events are pretty well presented. Happily, there are maps and genealogies. I prefer it to Uris' "Trinity". I also recommend Morgan Llewellyn's "1916". I'll try Rutherford's "Princes of Ireland" soon, perhaps.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princes of Ireland: The Dublin Saga; Author: Visit Amazon's Edward Rutherfurd Page; Review: This book, volume 1 of a duet, has a good story line from the days of early Ireland up to the early Tudor times, incorporating lots of history. Mr. Rutherford does a fine job of interpreting history, inventing characters, and incorporating them into what he and scholars believe to be accurate. This works well until the early Tudor times, when, for me, the fictional parts of the story become less probable. The book does make clear the complex interplay of native Irish, old English settlers, clans, the Church, and changing politics and religious practices blowing in from England and Rome. All in all, I liked Rutherford's 2 volumes better than most other authors' series on Irish history up to WWI. For the early 20th century troubles and the establishment of the Irish free state, I like Llywelyn's "1916" and narrative histories. In the 20th century, Irish literature is a treat and very informative, from Joyce's "Ulysses" to the novels of Roddy Doyle and the poems of Seamus Heaney. I also recommend Llywelyn's novel "Bard" for its illumination of old Irish myths.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tortilla Curtain (Penguin Books with Reading Guides); Author: Visit Amazon's T. Coraghessan Boyle Page; Review: A good story that holds the reader's attention, well-written, and still very relevant some years after its initial publication. The political and moral issues are cleverly presented and sure to provoke thought. An excellent bookclub selection.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Florence Gordon; Author: Visit Amazon's Brian Morton Page; Review: This is a cleverly written book, witty and entertaining. The dialogue between the characters is the strongest feature. We gain increasing respect for the youngest character and her relationship with her grandmother. Granny stays in character throughout. The ending is abrupt and leaves a marital relationship unresolved, but all in all this was great fun to read. Some of the description and dialogue were quite thought provoking, despite the breezy overall tone.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mania; Author: Visit Amazon's Ronald K.L. Collins Page; Review: The first few pages give the reader a good impression, then the trouble begins. Part of the problem is unavoidable: these Beats were not especially likable in their personal habits and relationships, and so reading this part of the book is a bit like reading "Naked Lunch". Part of the problem is that the bulk of the book before the trial of Ferlinghetti for publishing "Howl" seems disorganized and not overly well written. The sections on the obscenity trial are excellent; one wishes for more. The story of the publication and success of "On the Road", followed by Kerouac's unraveling is sad but well told. The little vignettes at the end, answering the question "where are they now?", are good and one wishes they could be expanded. How nice it would be if this Kindle edition had active links to the poems and magazine pieces that are mentioned in the text, e.g., Holmes' article on the Beat Generation, Ferlinghetti's poem "Pity the Nation", the text of "Howl", Bendich's legal notes for the judge, Judge Horn's ruling (it is in the Appendix), and the NYTimes review of "On the Road". One wonders if there were musicians whose lives and music influenced the lives covered herein. Likewise, one wishes for more coverage of the scene in San Francisco in the late 1940s and 1950s, and maybe some comments from the major pre-WWII writers and editors who were famous in the 1950s. But these are quibbles. Overall, one gets a good sense of the lives covered here, and of the difficulties, societal and self-generated, that these writers encountered. Well worth reading, but probably not a good choice for your Bookclub ( although the section on the trial could be paired nicely with a reading of "Howl"). One certainly can read "Howl" with more understanding after reading this book, although I find it a great piece in and of itself. As for this book, "Mania", writers and readers everywhere must congratulate these two authors for their continuing presentation of important first amendment cases. 3.5 stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pasadena: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's David Ebershoff Page; Review: Our book club read this, otherwise, I would have stopped after fifty pages, but I read on, and on, to the end. There is a story in this book, but the author doesn't tell it easily. Mr. Ebershoff does not write well (e.g., "the ocean erupted a sunset") and he continually interrupts himself with long lists of details; my friends tell me that his other books are better written. Perhaps he thinks that he must give us all the benefits of his research in the libraries of Pasadena and Carlsbad, every last scrap of information that he found, but I did not appreciate these details; indeed, our book club was unanimous: these unartful listings of details are a distraction. The details are presented without connection to the story and in a way that does not contribute to mood, place, or atmosphere. The enumeration of items in a hardware store window (as noted in great detail although improbably by the heroine from a passing car), the details of fauna and flora in the middle of a piece of the story where we might hope for a bit of action in the story line: these maddening recurrences make it seem as though the book was written by two people, one who wrote a plot line, another who added in what was to pass for verisimilitude and padded the book to meet the publisher's demand for length. There are several good story lines, and the quotations from Emily Bronte remind one of the source of this general type of tale in which a new Heathcliff and Catherine fail to find happiness. A modern O. Henry could turn Pasadena into a fine short story, but as a novel, Pasadena doesn't fly.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Station Eleven; Author: Visit Amazon's Emily St. John Mandel Page; Review: Good summer reading, but not great. Easy and fun.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration; Author: Visit Amazon's Isabel Wilkerson Page; Review: A history, shocking and remarkable, about the migration of Blacks from South to North, told by following three people who migrated to NYC, Chicago, and LA. Being a Negro worker or sharecropper in 1930 in Florida or even a Black surgeon in 1953 under Jim Crow and similar conditions outside the South produced other forms of slavery much worse than I knew or imagined. The trials encountered by moving North were likewise harsh. All Americans should know these stories and apply this history in understanding current race relations. The book is not short and the writing could use a bit of editing and improvement; these minors issues notwithstanding, Ms. Wilkerson has done her homework and gives us a compelling story of racial intolerance in our country, of the obstacles Blacks faced in South and North, and of the courage, perseverance, goodness, and badness of those who migrated. We are left with a question to examine: how do we and our institutions continue to contribute to the racial and sociologist-economic divides of the present?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Girls of Atomic City: The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II; Author: Visit Amazon's Denise Kiernan Page; Review: Interesting history, poorly written.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Good Lord Bird: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's James McBride Page; Review: The character of Henry/Onion is an interesting conceit but done with a heavy hand. Onion's narrative style is sustained throughout but gets old well before even the midpoint of the book. One does get an interesting perspective from Onion on what it might have been like as a slave in Kansas and Missouri. In the last few pages, in the jailhouse with the Old Man, we get a taste of what the real John Brown is reputed to have been; before that, it is hard to credit the characterization of Brown. One wonders what he was like: as crazy as in most of this book? as calm and confident of ultimate redemption and victory as in the last few pages? The book has entertaining moments, a few poignant sections, and some highly original expressions. All in all, good but not great.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hour of the Star (New Directions Paperbook); Author: Visit Amazon's Clarice Lispector Page; Review: I read this without preconception, not knowing what to expect from Lispector's book, knowing little of Lispector. At first I was puzzled. Was there a story here? Was this a book about writing a book? Was this philosophy and musing on perception and reality, fate and destiny, a new myth of Sisyphus? It seems to be all of that, in a most unusual prose style that produced a response in me even when I could not parse the phraseology intellectually. Altogether different, and fascinating.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Quiet Flame: A Bernie Gunther Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Philip Kerr Page; Review: This is a terrific book. The idea of the characters, many of them aging Nazis, can be off-putting, but the story is excellent. As far as I can tell, this book gives the true flavor of postwar Argentina as well as pre-war Berlin. The writing is witty, with some great lines as well as some that are a bit over-wrought but colorful nonetheless.. Yes, there are sex, violence, and recreational pharmacology, but also the philosophical musing of a detective with a classical education. Move over Philip Marlowe and Sam Spade; make room for Bernie Gunther.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brave Genius: A Scientist, a Philosopher, and Their Daring Adventures from the French Resistance to the Nobel Prize; Author: Visit Amazon's Sean B. Carroll Page; Review: There is a lot of good history in this book, although the history is abbreviated due to the aim of the book to focus on two characters. The parallel lives of Camus and Monod are pretty well developed, and the WWII stories are terrific. The friendship between Camus and Monod is not so extensive or at least not as well developed, yet clearly they liked each other and Camus' philosophy, especially the "Myth of Sisyphus", influenced Monod's book "Chance and Necessity". The extraction of two Hungarians takes up an inordinate amount of text. The science is clearly presented and included some experiments of which I had no knowledge. All in all, an excellent book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Underground Railroad; Author: Visit Amazon's Charles L. Blockson Page; Review: An American tragedy, told in excellent fashion, it bends time and fact and makes it historical points, presenting the slave's life and the continual striving for something better. The heroine, Cora, is an African American Sisyphus.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fear: Trump in the White House; Author: Visit Amazon's Bob Woodward Page; Review: Followers of the legitimate news already know that the current occupant of the White House is a self-centered liar with a short attention span, a love of flattery, little knowledge of or interest in history, impetuous, and generally unqualified for office. This book substantiates these impressions with many examples, most of which are amply supported by extensive notes and evidence cited at the back of the book. We learn how easily Mr. Trump is manipulated by flattery, how needy his ego is, and how many of his staff work to moderate Trump's worst impulses. For all of this, Woodward deserves great credit and has done a public service. The book is not especially well written. Partly, this impression is due to the straightforward use of items without transitions or editorial comments. At other times, the writing is simply not good. These gripes of mine should not dissuade readers from buying this book. One hopes that Republicans and Independents will read this book and see how Mr. Trump is a threat, and how Congress must stop playing dead and start pushing back against the President.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: The Snowman (Harry Hole Mysteries, No. 7); Author: Visit Amazon's Jo Nesbo Page; Review: it has a dark and melancholy mood pervading the novel like a mist.it satisfies the reader by keeping him on the edge. a refreshing change from the usual american thrillers that always seem to involve the high and mighty living in new York or Washington or somehow manage to involve the president( or even worse) his family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Natural Exercise: Basic Bodyweight Training and Calisthenics for Strength and Weight-loss; Author: Visit Amazon's Patrick Barrett Page; Review: in this age of steroid monsters wielding inhuman weights this guy tell us how we can improve our physique the natural way. You can improve your ' USEFUL' strength. For the first time after working out i felt renewed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Arm Pull Up: Bodyweight Training And Exercise Program For One Arm Pull Ups And Chin Ups; Author: Visit Amazon's Patrick Barrett Page; Review: this is one of those books that give no -nonsense advice that can be actually put to practice. Although i haven't been able to do one arm pull up my pull up strength can significantly improved. The author comes across as a modest and friendly person. Definitely worth the money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Speed Mathematics; Author: Visit Amazon's Bill Handley Page; Review: this is one book to which i have gone back time and again to revise. Very nifty and lots of fun too.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail; Author: Visit Amazon's Cheryl Strayed Page; Review: it makes a good albeit a little slow read. Would appeal more to readers who enjoy hiking, trekking.the writer honestly describes her experiences which at times startle you. But what sets this book apart is the brutal honesty with which she has analyzed her own psyche. It is quite shocking at places where she is talking about how she hated her mother. It is shocking because this is no work of fiction but autobiographical. All in all a thought provoking book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: No God But God: The Origins, Evolution, and Future of Islam; Author: Visit Amazon's Reza Aslan Page; Review: seems to be written by a thoughtful person who has modern sensibilities and a balanced world view. A good starter for anybody who wants to know the background of the current conflicts in places like egypt, syria, israel and iraque.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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