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Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: NYKKOLA 5 x LED Pocket Credit Card Wallet Light Bulb; Brand: NYKKOLA; Review: Simple idea, works fine. Don't expect a lot of light. It's more of a night light. You could probably read by it if it wasn't very far away but that's about it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyperikon LED Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 7" Square, 15W (65W equivalent), 1100lm, 5000K (Crystal White Glow), 120° Beam Angle,; Brand: Hyperikon; Review: I bought a 4 pack of these to see if LED lighting would be a good upgrade for my older home. They're about the same price as the 10 year old incandescent fixtures they replaced; they don't require the purchase of separate bulbs, should last at least as long and cost about 1/10 as much to operate. I also like the compact size and simple styling. Installation was very simple and required very little effort. I did have to check which wire colors in my black/white/bare copper house wiring correspond to the brown and blue referenced in the instructions (it's brown to black, blue to white btw). I put one in the bathroom and the other 3 in bedrooms. Their light output is comparable to 3 60 watt incandescent bulbs, which is what was in most of the fixtures they replaced, and is plenty for most rooms in a house. Most house bulbs and florescents give off a softer, more yellowish light and people might find the color of these to be a bit too blue/white, but I like it. Everyone in the family was quite happy with the results. After we used them for several days we liked them so much that I bought another four pack. I installed two in the kitchen - one over the sink and the other in the central fixture. I've hated the light kit on the ceiling fan in my dining room for years so I replaced that and then put the last one in my entry hall. I'm very happy with them all so far. Adapting the one I used to replace the fan light was a bit more complex than the rest but the most difficult part was drilling a 3/8" hole in the center of it's mounting bracket.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TIWIN A19 E26 LED Bulbs 100 watt Equivalent (11W),Soft White (2700K), 1100lm, CRI80+, General Purpose Light Bulb,UL Listed, 3-Pack; Brand: TIWIN; Review: I got the 3-pack and put one of them in an old torchiere floor lamp I had sitting around and the other two in my garage. The floor lamp had been pretty much useless because it was rated for a 60 watt bulb and I needed more illumination in my living room than that, I put in a couple of sets of halogen track lights years ago and I hadn't even bothered turning it on since. These actually only consume 11 watts, making it safe to use them in the lamp so now I get to use a 100 watt equivalent bulb. But wait, there's more. I did a little informal comparison between this bulb and some other lights and I think that it's a little better than two 60 watt soft white bulbs when it comes to lighting up my room, and it's just as good as one of the halogen track light units. My family agrees with me on this; so, while it's hardly a scientific analysis, practically speaking, it'll do. (I think the main reason is that daylight spectrum reflects better off the white walls and ceiling than soft white.) It's also way cheaper to operate. I also prefer them in the garage to the soft white bulbs they replaced. They do cost a bit more up front than halogens, and quite a bit more than incandescents but with a much longer life and a small fraction of the cost to operate them I think they're an excellent purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InSinkErator HOT-1 Low-Profile Instant Hot Water Dispenser; Brand: InSinkErator; Review: I have one of these that I'm going to replace very soon, so I was looking at the reviews to see what other people thought of them. I wasn't surprised that most people seem to think it's pretty cheaply made, that's pretty much my impression too, but I was surprised to find that they only seem to last about 3 years on average. Mine is WAY older than that. Maybe mine was a MUCH better-constructed early version of this model. Maybe it made a HUGE difference that it was installed with a GE SmartWater under-counter filtration system. Maybe I'm just lucky. Mine is 12 years old and still sputtering water and steam out of the spout when it heats (it always has). It sits up behind the sink basins so that I have to get down on all fours to even look at it. You can probably imagine I don't look at it very often. Tonight I was replacing the filters on my drinking water system and I took a good look at it for some reason. The plastic outer cover is cracked, split and falling apart from long heat exposure, and I'm thinking I'd better get a new hot water dispenser before the tank fails and I have a boiling mini-flood under the kitchen sink. In 12 years it hasn't been trouble free. The pin that holds the handle on the valve broke during the first year from heavy-handed teenagers' carelessness; it still worked so I didn't replace it for a while, but after about 4 years the spout started leaking at the base, so I bought some o-rings and a new pin; it wasn't that difficult to fix. I've had to put new o-rings on a couple of times since then. When it was about 8 or 9 it quit working. I was thinking about replacing it then, but it didn't look as decrepit as it does now, so I opened it up to see what the problem was and it turned out that one of the wires had corroded completely off the connector. I assume the corrosion was caused by the water leaking out of the stem and down the outside when the o-rings failed. Since the other wire wasn't looking very good either, I trimmed the cord and soldered on a couple of new connectors. It's been working fine since. My total repair costs in 12 years are under 10 dollars and I've only had to work on it for about a half hour every 4 years or so, so I can't complain - considering most people don't seem to get 4 years total use out of it. I think I paid about 137 dollars for it at Home Depot, so with repairs it's cost me less than 15 dollars a year. If the plastic casing wasn't literally crumbling off it I wouldn't even be thinking of replacing it. Yes, it has some design flaws and it's pretty flimsily constructed, but I just don't see any reason to complain, considering that it was the cheapest hot water dispenser; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Colorday Compact LED Camping Lantern Flashlight Cambo, Batteries Included! Best Mini 2-in-1, 200 Lumen for Hiking, Camping, Emergencies,; Brand: Colorday; Review: I've seen several small lanterns of this general design for sale on Amazon recently. We get power outages occasionally where I live and a portable LED flashlight that converts to an area lantern is a fantastic item to have around when the lights go out. I bought a couple of them (similar to this, but cheaper) to try; I really liked them so I decided to get one for everyone in the family and a couple to keep in the cars too. When I went back to get more, though, the ones I had purchased weren't available any longer so I looked for other sellers and similar items and this was among the ones I found. I hesitated to buy this one because it was a bit more expensive, but it has a more powerful LED than many of the others and the price wasn't bad considering that, so I decided to try it. I was quite pleasantly surprised with the construction quality. Not only is the LED quite powerful, but it's also built to be impact and water resistant. It's made of metal, not plastic like the others I got, and it also has rubber seals to help keep water out. -The only problem I've found is that the rubber seal makes it quite hard to pull out the lantern shield to use it as an area light. It's difficult enough that I worry about pulling too hard and breaking the light. I've tried loosening the seal, but so far haven't been successful and I don't want to damage it. So far it's holding up just fine, so maybe my concern about breaking it is just over-caution on my part. To sum up: This is quite well made and should be excellent for camping and other outdoor use and as an emergency light to keep in a car. - As a flashlight it's got a very bright, wide angle, beam that's going to be most useful from close-up to about 20 ft away but much less useful at greater distances than that. - As a lantern/area light it's bright enough to read by within about 3 feet and useful for low intensity light in a small to medium room. At more than 10 feet it's light is very dim but still much better than total darkness for 15 to 25 feet. If you need bright room light or to light up a larger area you'll want several, or maybe just a much bigger lantern with multiple LEDs. But for a handy, durable, water resistant personal light that easily fits in a pocket, go-bag, or car console and won't burn through batteries it's hard to imagine something much better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: (2-Pack) Lamsky Warm White 3000k Gx53 7W AC100-240V LED Ceiling Light,Led Cabinet Lamp; Brand: Lamsky; Review: I don't think the gx53 socket is used much here in the US. With LEDs becoming so common, perhaps they should be. I converted a couple of old florescent daylight lamps to LEDs using these and I'm very happy with the result. They're brighter than the original, consume less power and should last a lot longer. Considering that two of the the florescent bulbs cost more than these and the conversion sockets together I'm saving money before I even turn the lamps on, so between the fact that they use less than half the electricity of the old florescent tubes and should last several times longer they're just better in every respect. I may get some more of these and put in some shop and under-cabinet kitchen lighting. Considering they require no special power supplies and consume only 7 watts each installation is about as simple as you can get. If you want to use them like I did you have to install separately purchased sockets for them and be sure and remove the ballast from the lamp, it's in the base for most fluorescent desk and floor lamps; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Wilton Chocolate Pro Chocolate Fountain - Chocolate Fondue Fountain, 4 lb. Capacity; Brand: Wilton; Review: It took me 2 weeks to decide on which fondue fountain to purchase...I did my homework and read many reviews. I have always wanted one and decided to use our upcoming baby shower as my excuse to finally purchase one. This machine was a huge hit!! Easy to clean, easy to put together, very quiet and over all was amazing. Read the instructions and I highly recommend the Sephoria Choc for fondue machines. It is a little high BUT well worth it because all you have to do is warm in microwave and pour in machine. No extra oils, boiling, nothing. Chocolate is amazing!! I would recommend this product to everyone!! Since my baby shower 2 of my guests have purchased this same fondue fountain!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crew Furniture 512100 Classic Video Rocker Black with Black Mesh Racing Stripe; Brand: Crew Furniture; Review: We have had for a month and already wore a spot where the cushion is. Best for teenagers or smaller kids. Not best for adults; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Joe 645182 Dorm Bean Bag Chair, Zebra; Brand: Big Joe; Review: Bought for my 8 yr old. She is not very big however have had for a month and already losing shape. Good for the money but u def get what u pay for. I would spend a little more getting a better chair next time.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Contemporary Brown Leather Kids Recliner with Cup Holder; Brand: Flash Furniture; Review: Love this! I bought 2, one for my 2 yr old and another for my 3 yr old. They are perfect and they enjoy sitting in them and watching movies. Looked great with my contemporary furniture. Cup holder is a great addition. These chairs clean easy and all around well worth the $; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: White Down Alternative Duvet Insert/Comforter - Medium Weight, Twin/Twin XL; Brand: ExceptionalSheets; Review: Very comfortable and warm. Would recommend this to anyone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: 50 fascinating facts about farming in America; Abstract: The face of American farming has been changing for centuries and continues to evolve today. day. Stacker has compiled a list of 50 facts about farming and the agricultural industry in the United States, using sources such as the American Farm Bureau Federation, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and industry and trade groups.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Is There Such A Thing As A Harmless Crush When You're Married?; Abstract: "Do you need help with those bags?"I am walking past the Studio City Starbucks to my car, carrying two medium-sized shopping bags from Papyrus. Without looking up, I smile politely in hisdirection and shake my head "no." Next, I hear his footsteps and briefly feelthe warmth of his hand next to mine as he gently takes the larger of the twobags out of one of my hands ― he smells like a freshly laundered T-shirt.It's a move that I would typically...; Category: lifestyle
Title: Jeff Bezos: This is the 'smartest thing we ever did' at Amazon; Abstract: Jeff Bezos has a nontraditional management style at Amazon. And according to Bezos, Amazon's twist on meeting structure is the "smartest thing we ever did."; Category: finance
Title: The 46 people who are as rich as half the world's population; Abstract: The 2018 Global Wealth Report from Credit Suisse revealed that total global wealth has now reached $317 trillion. However, this wealth is far from equally distributed.; Category: finance
Title: If You Don't Eat a Banana Every Day, This Might Convince You to Start; Abstract: An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Not so much. Try this fruit, instead.; Category: health
Title: Trump's Asylum Ban Could Apply Retroactively to Thousands of Migrants Even Though Officials Promised It Wouldn't; Abstract: ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up for ProPublica's Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox as soon as they are published. Thousands of migrants who agreed to wait in Mexico for their asylum hearings in the United States are now finding out they may not be eligible for asylum at all. They're stuck at the Kafkaesque intersection of two Trump policies designed to...; Category: news
Title: 40 Classic Thanksgiving Recipes That Deserve a Comeback; Abstract: Bring some old-school flavor to your Thanksgiving celebration with these retro-inspired recipes.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Thirty years after it fell, the Berlin Wall still divides Germans; Abstract: Thirty years after it fell, the Berlin Wall still divides Germans; Category: news
Title: 'Go back to work': Outcry over deaths on Amazon's warehouse floor; Abstract: Billy Foister died last month after a heart attack at work. The incident was just one in a series of recent accidents and fatalities; Category: finance
Title: Jeff Bezos is set to lose his crown as world's richest person; Abstract: Jeff Bezos is about to relinquish the title of world's richest person to Bill Gates, as Amazon.com Inc. stock tumbled in late trading Thursday.; Category: finance
Title: Hamptons Luxury Homes Pile Up to Record High as Buyers Stay Away; Abstract: Luxury home listings in the Hamptons jumped to a record in the third quarter -- and that's only part of the story of how few takers there have been for the priciest properties in the Long Island beachfront towns.; Category: finance
Title: All of Heidi Klum's Halloween Costumes Over the Years; Abstract: Bow down to the Queen of Halloween.; Category: lifestyle
Title: A day in the life of the top real-estate broker in Miami, who commutes by ferry to the richest ZIP code in the US and sold more than $189 million of luxury homes in 2018; Abstract: Dora Puig sells multimillion-dollar condos on Fisher Island, the richest ZIP code in the US, where the average income is $2.2 million.; Category: news
Title: Ben Affleck has a new girlfriend after using the Raya dating app, plus more celeb love life news for late October 2019; Abstract: Meg Ryan and John Mellencamp call it quits, Halsey and Evan Peters get serious, James McAvoy weds, Meghan King Edmonds accuses hubby of cheating and more.; Category: entertainment
Title: Abandoned farms for sale with plenty of promise; Abstract: If you fancy snapping up your own farm without breaking the bank, these abandoned properties might just be of interest.; Category: finance
Title: Inside the Sheikh of Dubai's 800-acre Kentucky horse farm; Abstract: I got a tour of Sheikh Mohammed of Dubai's 800-acre horse farm in Kentucky, where horses live in immaculate barns with skylights and personal fans.; Category: finance
Title: 31 Dumb Things That Are Keeping You From Becoming Wealthy; Abstract: These small financial mistakes chip away at your wealth.; Category: finance
Title: 25 bathrooms? Former Clinton labor secretary says Bezos' mansion helps make case for soaking the rich; Abstract: Robert Reich served as labor secretary in the Clinton administration, where he was named by Time Magazine as one of the 10 most effective cabinet secretaries of the 20th century. He's a Rhodes scholar, a best-selling author, a documentarian and a professor of public policy at UC Berkeley. What he's not, apparently, is a fan of billionaires clinging to their riches.; Category: finance
Title: Oprah Winfrey bought her next-door neighbor's California ranch for $6.85 million take a look inside; Abstract: In addition to her new ranch, billionaire Oprah Winfrey already owns two properties in the Montecito, California area: She purchased the first, nicknamed the "Promised Land," for $50 million in 2001, and the other, nicknamed "Seamair Farm," for $29 million in 2015.; Category: finance
Title: Why This Couple Is Getting a 'Sleep Divorce'; Abstract: A New Jersey couple is getting an unusual "divorce." Liz and Rich Alterman have been happily married for almost 20 years. They have three children and are now on the brink of getting "sleep divorced."; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: R Mar Resort and Spa; City: Patong Kathu Phuket; Review: Very close to action but very quiet. Given awful room on arrival on ground floor, it smelled really damp and musty. We were given a better room on third floor (room 1304) which had a view of pool. The bathroom was not clean, the shower (over bath) leaks around bath and onto floor. The room was big, clean with a big balcony. It was quiet, we slept through. The beds have wooden surrounds that stick out, we bumped our shins a number of times. The staff were friendly. Really good quiet pool.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angkor Riviera Hotel; City: Siem Reap Siem Reap Province; Review: Room fine, bathroom a bit run down, seal around bath grubby and needed replacing. Ac really loud (room 208) and can be heard over ear plugs. Don't know if it's same in all rooms. Some rooms were being repainted on our floor. Breakfast buffet best so far, really big selection and suitable for westerns- one type of cereal ( corn flakes) toast, french toast, pancakes, fruit, eggs, juices etc. walking distance to pub street and night market (7 mins) and close to mini mart ( 3-5 mins).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raming Lodge Hotel Spa; City: Chiang Mai; Review: allowed to check in very early. Refreshments on arrival. Room upgraded. Ac very loud and no window in room so difficult to sleep. Room spotless. Bathroom had bath and separate wet shower. Didnt use spa - seemed expensive compared to town. Doorman very friendly and helpful. Umbrella available - 20 bat if lost. Very nice hotel and good location. Used slippers were provided. Would stay there again. Free wifi.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt New York; City: New York City New York; Review: I had a king size, big room, clean, plenty of storage, iPod station, decent tv but would expect that for usd450 per night. The iron and ironing board could do with replacing and there was no bath. There were no tea/coffee facilities in an effort to squeeze every last cent out of the customer. The market cafe in lobby is a good idea but they won't even toast a bagel for you, you have to do it yourself. It costs usd3 to have luggage stored after check-out, shocking! The luggage attendants are rude at best, 2 of them were having an argument as I tried to leave in my luggage. The receptionists didn't even know the dial out code from the US but were generally friendly. I only stayed here because my usual hotel was booked out. There are definitely better hotels at better prices.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Riad Viva; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: Great price, great value. Car from airport provided free and we were walked to Riad door as it is reached via some alleyways. The reception we got from Hamsa was really warm. He is a really friendly guy with good English. We were seated and given mint tea while we completed our registration. Rooms are relatively basic but very clean and a good size. When we left the following morning Hamsa took us to find a taxi. Even though the entrance to Riad is down some alleys, it felt safe. Also, we needed to get breakfast early and he arranged this for us at Riad. Taxi fare to Supratours bus station is 30 dhr.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Riad Selouane; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: This was the second Riad I stayed in during the sane end and therefore I am drawing a comparison to the other which was superb and slightly cheaper. The lady that checked us was quite aloof although she warmed up a little by the time we checked out. The lady that worked the kitchen was lovely. Our room was like a cave in that it was dark, the lighting was useless and there were no windows apart from double doors that opened onto gallery overlooking courtyard. The doors did not have locks! Odd. The bathroom was fine, clean and brighter. There was a wardrobe but it was really not usable as the rug needed to be moved to open it. I really didnt want to touch the rug which might have been clean but should be replaced or just burned. The air conditioning was good. The safe wasnt accessible which is poor given that the doors dont lock. The wood base on the bed sticks out beyond the mattress which hurts! The roof terrace furnture and area could do with some attention. There was a lot of noise from courtyard which was from staff and therefore not considerate. Breakfast was really nice in the courtyard which is a lovely space. We were able to leave our luggage and use the facilities to freshen up which is always appreciated. Sort out the lighting, freshen up the furniture, put locks on the bedroom doors and keep the noise down and this place could be a really nice experience.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Avenra Garden Hotel; City: Negombo Western Province; Review: The room was ok but the bathroom had a door like one you might find at a shop entrance with a spring release, very strange. The room had a big balcony which overlooks the eating area and pool, most rooms are the same. A band plays music in the dining area until 11pm and you can't avoid it. There was also a wedding and the music from that was incredibly loud. We called reception and they said it would finish at 11pm (we had an early flight), it didn't and we called again and they said midnight but it didn't stop at midnight either. It went on until at least 1am. The lies were more annoying than the noise. Breakfast was ok. Overall a terrible stay, check if there's a wedding on if you really need to stay there.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Taru Villas Lake Lodge; City: Colombo Western Province; Review: Nice hotel, clean and the food was fine. Our room was large and clean with a good sized bathroom. Our room was beside the eating/bar area and in the evening there was some noise (although not too loud) and it finished around 10pm but the worst part was smoke drifting under the door (it didn't last too long though). We got a breakfast packet to go in the morning which was not terribly nice. Please put some colour in the rooms...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The George at Nunney; City: Nunney Frome Somerset England; Review: Stayed for one night in a double room. The check in staff were lovely, checked us in quickly and showed us to our room, it was a good size, clean bedding with a small but adequate and clean bathroom. The carpet was stained but it is an old property. The building is old and creaky so its fine if you're tired or have had a couple of drinks or are not a light sleeper. I slept right through. There are tea and coffee facilities, biscuits and a nice TV. There is a nice modern bar and outdoor seating as well as free off street parking. Breakfast was nice, cereal, juice, hot breakfast, good coffee. Overall it was good value.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crotty s Pub B B; City: Kilrush County Clare; Review: Quirky little place in a convenient location but food is very average and staff hit and miss, slow to serve. If you are a vegetarian, don't bother... The waiter/manager/man who served us was not particularly friendly. I would not go there again; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Motel One London Tower Hill; City: London England; Review: Good value for London; there is limited in room work desk facilities; the room and bathroom are clean; the staff are really lovely; it has a nice bar area...please change the pillows and provide instructions on how to switch heating system off.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London Bank Tower Hotel; City: London England; Review: I've stayed here a couple of times in last couple of months. Location is great for the City, staff are lovely, rooms are basic but clean. Their pillows are actually really comfortable. I had a quiet room first time but on the second occasion even though I asked for a quiet room it was far from quiet and I really struggled to sleep. It wasn't unusual, once off noise so it's annoying to be told room is quiet when it's clearly not. The hotel isn't much cheaper than some more upmarket hotels so I'd probably stay elsewhere if only in the City for a day or two as I can't trust that I will get a quiet room.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sandymount Hotel; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: This hotel is in a great location, near a Dart stop and close to Sandymount village. However, the corridors are dark, meandering and confusing. The elevator is old and slow. The rooms and bathrooms are clean and modern, they might have been refurbished recently. The wifi in my room dropped off at one side of the room, the side with the desk! The walls are very thin, I could hear a man in the room next door snoring. The floors and stairs are very creaky and therefore noisy. The lower floor rooms are somewhat dark. €12 for a continental breakfast is an absolute rip-off, go to the local village instead. At €220 per night on a week night you would expect not to pay extra for a bowl of weetabix!! The coffee available in the room was appalling. I would only stay here again if I could not find another hotel which is why I stayed here this time. The front desk staff are very hit and miss.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn London City Tower Hill Hotel; City: London England; Review: Room was fine, large and clean with good bedding. Bathroom is adequate size and clean apart from shower door which is grubby due to style and age rather than inadequate cleaning. The road noise and train noise is overwhelming, I had to use good ear plugs to block it out as much as possible. As usual with Premier Inn in London, it's not cheap and you get cheap soap and minimal tea/coffee facilities and have to go hunting for an iron.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Club Quarters Hotel Gracechurch; City: London England; Review: I stayed in a small double, size was fine and decor is somewhat colourful and modern. Bathroom (shower only/no bath) is an adequate size and clean. There is a decent work desk and a proper adjustable desk chair. I was able to check in early but a lot of business travellers check out early so this is generally expected. It took ages to get through to hotel to confirm whether a room was available earlier than check in time, it also took ages to get a response to a call to front desk. The desk chair was stained as did one of the bath towels (stains on it) and the bedroom floor squeaked horribly, not so bad for me but felt for people in room below as it was difficult to avoid. The place was noisy with constant slamming of doors (soft close??) and there was a really loud humming noise near my room which required ear plugs to sleep through. Get the basics right! Receipt provided on check in was VAT exclusive so I had to waste time in the morning getting a VAT inclusive receipt. I would not seek to stay here again unless stuck..; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: CitizenM Tower of London Hotel; City: London England; Review: The hotel is in a good location for the City and although I appreciate to some extent that the hotel is trying to be hip and techie, I just found it gimmicky. The rooms are like big pods with inner shower and toilet pods. The sink is in the bedroom which is actually ok. There is a fridge which is good but no tea/coffee facilities which is appalling. I would prefer these to a mini iPad for the TV etc as using an ordinary remote is not particularly difficult. The room was clean. I stayed twice within a week and on the first stay although I was on a high floor overlooking the courtyard I could hear trains. On my next stay, I was in a lower room overlooking Trinity Square which was noisy, thankfully I had ear plugs and didn't need to sleep in. Check in is automated with limited approachable support. On my second stay I asked a question of a staff member re potential noise and she assured me that the rooms are sound proofed. In this sense this hotel is no different than most others who assure you that the obviously noisy rooms are quiet. The lobby is definitely for relaxing in or reading as the lobby music is quiet loud. However there was no noticeable noise from other guests which is a plus. Why can't hotels just focus on providing the basics well i.e. a clean, quiet room that facilitates a good nights sleep. I don't need pink lights and an apple TV. The hotel is expensive for what it's offering including lack of any personal service. I don't want to be Citizen M, I want to be me. I would stay again but only as a third or fourth option.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Tuscany A St Giles Signature Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: This is an average hotel in most cities but given price and location it's probably above average for NY. The rooms are not as modern as they appear on any website, they are quite dated with old clunky and tired furniture. However the rooms are large, the bed linen clean, plenty of storage space and the shower is good in a relatively small bathroom. There is quite a loud music filled bar on the property, the noise from which seeps upwards so a high floor or good ear plugs are recommended. The wi-fi is free and relatively good. The staff are very friendly and help get taxis etc.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bay View Hotel; City: Kilkee County Clare; Review: Had Sunday lunch here with a party of four. The food was really good, there were plenty of options and a good veggie option. The staff are well trained, professional, courteous and friendly. Good value food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Dublin; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Check in was quick and very pleasant. Reception staff and doormen are lovely. The room was extremely large with a lovely bathroom (with bath and separate shower). The location is very good. Tea/coffee facilities are provided but coffee packs provided are cheap and weak. Decor is starting to fray around the edges. All pillows were feather pillows which is appalling - the thought of how they were made is disgusting (hence 3 star review rating), i was so tired that i only realised when the quill part pricked the back of my head. Alternatives are available on request. There was a constant humming noise outside (like AC perhaps) so I had to wear ear plugs to get to sleep but heard no other noise throughout stay. Unfortunately I didn't have time to use any other facilities.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Union Station Hotel Autograph Collection; City: Nashville Davidson County Tennessee; Review: The building is architecturally stunning, the ceiling of the foyer is beautiful. The staff are generally very friendly and helpful. The rooms vary in size, generally quite big but a little cluttered with furniture. The lighting is a mix of a weak ceiling light and a number of lamps which is just annoying, put in a proper ceiling light! A towel hook would be much appreciated near the sink. The food at the hotel was really good even for vegetarians. The main downside is the passing of diesel cargo trains (not a surprise given name of hotel) during the night. They are very loud and generally woke me up repeatedly in the middle of the night. They pass during the day as well.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Motel One London Tower Hill; City: London England; Review: Compact clean rooms with a compact clean bathroom. Tea facilities in room. If you want an ironing board you have to go to reception, no in room phones. Too much street and train noise to make it comfortable. Street light flooding in under curtains. Reception staff can be brusque. I guess you get what you pay for.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hub by Premier Inn London Tower Bridge; City: London England; Review: Staff are very friendly. Rooms are small (although plenty big if on your own, if you don't have a lot of luggage or not staying for too long). Plenty of luggage storage, making the bed very high. The bed is comfortable once you finally get up . I never like the noise of AC so switched mine off, you can still hear AC coming through bathroom but it's not bad. One long skinny window helps to keep noise out ( I was on top floor which might have contributed). Slept undisturbed which can be difficult in London. Plenty of desk/shelf space for bits and bobs. Bathroom is very clean, good size shower and plenty of counter top space. The style of room in terms of electronics is in the mode of Citizen M although less garish but also slightly less effective. No separate light switch for bathroom (or not one I could find) so if you're sharing and need to get up during the night and you need the light then you have to put on room lights (albeit low level). Fancy electronics don't add anything, just annoying. A light switch is simple and works. Also, duvet is left wrapped and in bed for you to unwrap and put on bed there ( I stubbed my toe at end of bed whilst trying to put duvet on, it should have been padded as space is limited between end of bed and desk/shelf). No tea/coffee facilities but they leave a complimentary bottle of water which is nice. I probably would stay again as the location is good but it's not my preferred hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Motel One London Tower Hill; City: London England; Review: It is a bare bones lower price offering but basic requirement is a nights sleep. Rooms on first floor are awful, rooms on left beside bar next door are also not great. Bar in hotel stays open all hours it would seem and rather than being considerate of guests directly above the bar they fail to do something very simple and put sliders on furniture so prevent constant scraping noises. Very unprofessional and short sighted. Complaining is useless. I called the front desk and the man who answered offered to come up to my room, room of a single female traveller and it was after 1am (reflects on training no doubt) to listen to the noise. Wow!! Check in with ear plugs and patience...; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clybaun Hotel; City: Galway County Galway Western Ireland; Review: My stay here for one night was very expensive. The hotel is quite worn particularly the bathroom. Walls are paper thin, i could hear people using the toilet in other rooms and could clearly hear conversations in adjoining rooms. Doors don't have soft close mechanisms so slamming doors are a constant. The extractor fan in the bathroom is very loud so you will wake light sleepers if you are sharing with one. Kettle and cheap coffee packets are in cupboard on the floor (??) and the rooms do not have safes. Breakfast tray charge of €5.5 per tray so if you have a big breakfast that requires 2 trays due to condiments, cutlery etc, the tray charge (€11) could cost more than breakfast (€9.50). If you order egg, bacon etc you will literally get one pice of each!!! The underground parking is appalling, loads of abandoned card and junk! Can not recommend this place less...; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Glaernischhof; City: Zurich; Review: I could not get a good nights sleep (2 night stay) due to the considerable street noise (even though i was on a high floor). It doesn't matter how nice the staff are or how good the breakfast is if its difficult to sleep. The room was incredibly warm and the AC was too noisy to leave switched on. The beds are not great either. On the upside staff were lovely and breakfast was fine.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: At Six; City: Stockholm; Review: Stayed here for 2 nights when we eventually found it. Look for an X - i guess putting the name on the hotel is not trendy! Otherwise the location is very good. The room decor is nice but the lighting is poor. Beds are good but pillows are not great. Shower room is fine, big enough and clean. There is a club at the top of the hotel which runs until 1am and it makes the hotel noisy until that time. We asked for ear buds and were given (quickly) an already opened packet (???). Still didn't block the noise. Staff are helpful.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Iberostar Grand Salome; City: Costa Adeje Adeje Tenerife Canary Islands; Review: Perhaps my expectations were too high. This hotel is just a little block of rooms within the Iberostar Anthelia. In order to have a proper breakfast its necessary to go to the main breakfast area for the Anthelia. You can bring it back to a separate seating area if you wish. The view from the room was incredible and you can hear the sea crashing ashore which is lovely. It is a pity that the neighbouring balcony was not totally partitioned. The rooms are beside the entertainment hall from which you can hear the bands etc. performing every night, its not very loud but loud enough to be an annoyance. The staff for these rooms are not trained to a particularly good standard, they don't respect privacy and lack attention to detail. The room layout and size was very good. If not for the view i would have felt incredibly cheated.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: A Beautiful Blue Death (Charles Lenox Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Charles Finch Page; Review: It takes a little while for the story to get moving but once it does, it sneaks up on you and becomes almost a part of your own world. I can't wait to read the next book in the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fleet Street Murders (Charles Lenox Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Charles Finch Page; Review: Two stories in one. Lenox is a liberal candidate in a rural seat and becomes involved in yet another murder mystery. His old nemesis George Barnard also figures prominently.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Burial at Sea (Charles Lenox Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Charles Finch Page; Review: I stayed up all night reading it. The examination of human nature was interesting as well as the way in which the clues and evidence were drawn together.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Princess Elizabeth's Spy: A Maggie Hope Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Elia MacNeal Page; Review: Plenty of action. Good character development. And a very plausible plot. I even thought about the book whilst I was doing other things - a most engrossing story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Five Ways to Kill a Man (DCI Lorimer); Author: Visit Amazon's Alex Gray Page; Review: Alex Gray has an uncanny way of looking at crimes from varying angles. He does so by using a pathologist, psychologist, the police and at times a scientist. This is no different. It gives you the creeps that crime can be committed so easily and by those you would not always suspect.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bloody Tower (Daisy Dalrymple Mysteries, No. 16); Author: Visit Amazon's Carola Dunn Page; Review: This is not a bad book but not as good as Dunn's previous books. I found the description of the buildings quite poor. Also, sometimes there would be something missing between a comment made and a response which made it difficult to fully comprehend an important point.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Her Royal Spyness; Author: Visit Amazon's Rhys Bowen Page; Review: I read this book cover to cover in one sitting. The character development was very good and the description of the aristocracy revealing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Queen of Hearts (A Royal Spyness Mystery); Author: Visit Amazon's Rhys Bowen Page; Review: This was a good read and interesting in that most of the story was centred in the US (although I am Australian). However, it didn't quite have the same page-turning quality as previous books. Darcy O'Mara was almost made out to be little more than a dim-witted yet good looking man. Whilst it is enjoyable to have an intelligent sleuthing heroine, it is implausible that a young girl would always out sleuth everyone else. I would prefer to see Darcy and Georgie combine their considerable intellect and astuteness to solve crimes. After reading this book, you would be forgiven for thinking Darcy is little more than a good looking pleasant idiot. In fact, there was little in the way of character development for Darcy in this book with Georgie focusing on his looks and lusting after his body. Whilst the physical attraction and sexual tension is only natural, there is little in the way of meaningful qualities ascribed to him as a person in this book that make him attractive in other ways. This is boring and silly. Rhys Bowen needs to lift her game in the next book as the two dimensional nature of her characters and the predictability of their actions, including Georgie's mother, is becoming quite tiresome.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: The Reunion Game: Ladies of Legend (The Winchesters of Legend, TN Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jan Scarbrough Page; Review: Jan Scarbrough writes one hell of a book. When I read this book I had no idea it was part of a series. With that being said, I can honestly say that didn't seem to matter because I was never lost wondering who so and so was talking about. In short I am telling you, you could read this book as a stand alone and not miss a think in the story. Jane and Graham are such great characters each with their own set of faults/flaws that make this a very enjoyable read. This story also had an unexpected kink in the scenario that I was pleasantly surprised by. Jane having a twin sister to switch places really ups the dynamic in this story. Who wouldn't want to have a twin sister to switch places with from time to time. Patty Duke did it in the Patty Duke Show, Hayley Mills did it in the Parent Trap, and Lindsay Lohan did it in the Parent Trap remake. Granted all of them were one person playing a dual role but you could never tell. That is what makes having a twin so appealing. BUT there is always a downside to everything in life and in reading this story you will find out Jane's and her reasons behind playing her little "game". I am so afraid to say something that will spoil this book for somebody who hasn't read it. This book has it all drama, angst, high school crush, best friends, a high school reunion, old friends, old lives/past behaviors, and an awaking to new possibilities. On a scale from 1-10 I give this book a 10 and encourage everyone 18+ who has had a crush on someone, never felt good enough, felt like they didn't know what their future held, or who just LOVES a really good story to pick up this book and get to know Graham and Jane. Now I am off to find the first three books in this series....^_^. Link: [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Extra (Hollywood Romance Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kenneth Rosenberg Page; Review: When I received this book for review it was first entitled Sweet Ophelia and the Tinseltown Blues and not what it is now, which is just Sweet Ophelia and it also had a totally different cover, which was amazing by the way, and not the one we see today. With that being said, the changes don't really matter so much as the story, which I might add, was incredible. Upon first inspection I wasn't really sure what to make of this story but once I started I was amazed at how badly I was hooked to it. This isn't my first rodeo with an indie author so I know they can surprise you most of the time but what I got from this story I was so not ready for. I wasn't ready for how strongly I would feel about Warren and Bridget. I'm sure you thought I was going to say Ophelia didn't you? Ophelia, in my opinion, is just a red herring made to seem more important than the real issue which is, it is never too late to turn your life around and find true happiness and/or bliss. When the story starts Warren is down on his luck and homeless. Never sure if he will be sleeping in a shelter or out on the street. Then shortly thereafter we meet Bridget an actress hoping for the next big break. A girl from a somewhat small town who is being swallowed up by the bright lights of L.A. and just not catching the "big" break she needs to succeed. As the story progresses Warren and Bridget's lives begin to intersect and entwine in an unexpected and amusing way. Warren's luck begins to turn around while Bridget's is at a sort of stand still. Warren goes from being homeless with few friends to a productive member of society trying to re-find his place in the world and having a hard time trying to merge his two different lives he's been leading. While on this new journey Warren and Bridget, at times, get their wires crossed, which in turn, makes them seem to doubt their budding feelings for each other. This story is a sort of comedy of errors which I totally loved. It also had me so rooting for this unlikely couple while hanging on to the edge of my seat. There is so much more I want to say but it would so ruin the end and that is something you really need to uncover for yourself. I was totally invested in the outcome of this story and this couple. I really can't sing the praises of this book enough. It truly was an amazing ride and I am so glad I had a ticket. On a scale from 1-10 I give Sweet Ophelia a 20. Yes, yes I know off the scale and all but Sweet Ophelia is truly one of those stories that everyone really needs to read for themselves and spread the word about. If you believe in true love, redemption, finding oneself, and comedic twists then; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: White Lace and Promises (Wild, Wicked And Wanton Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Natasha Blackthorne Page; Review: The continuing saga of Grey and Beth did not disappoint. Natasha had me hooked from beginning to end. She knows how to set a scene and get the blood pumping. This erotic Historical has a little bit for everyone. Oh, and did I mention there was some very EROTIC, very HOT sex going on in this book. In this sequel we get to see Grey and Beth formally announce their engagement, as well as, meet Dr. Joshua Wade a man from Beth's past who ends up causing a domino effect in Beth and Grey's lives. Although Grey and Beth love each other fiercely they seem to have some communication issues which are exacerbated by Grey's need to focus solely on Sexton Shipping and nothing else. We also get to meet Grey's son Jan. He is a kid who is constantly seeking some form of acceptance and love from his father. Beth and Grey are constantly coming together only to be ripped apart. Beth has so many revelations dropped on her doorstep throughout this book. We she her emotional journey and we also see a different side to Grey that is most unappealing to Beth. throughout the story we hear tidbits of what happened in Grey's former marriage. Towards the end all is revealed and the story comes full circle. There is SO MUCH I want to talk about but in doing so I raise the risk of ruining this awesome sequel for somebody. If I had a paperback copy of this book I think I would have thrown it a time or two (thank goodness I was reading it on my laptop and knew better....lol) but that is because of Natasha expertise in writing such a wonderful book. It stirred such emotions in me. So many times I wanted to shake Grey and tell him to get his act together and other times I wanted to tell Beth to wake up and not be so blind to others actions towards her. On a scale from 1-10 I give White Lace & Promises a 10. I am so looking forward to reading book 3 in the series Alex's Angel. If you are looking for an erotic read, a great love story, loads of drama, and tons of buried secrets than this book is so for you. I encourage everyone adult 18+ to pick up a copy of White Lace & Promises and let Beth and Grey's love story fill you with hope and promises.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hard Break (Deadlines & Diamonds, #5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Morgan Kearns Page; Review: I don't know how Morgan does it, each book in her Deadlines & Diamonds Series just gets better and better. I found that I could so relate to Ian, (having liked boys in that past that were with other girls), because I know first hand how it feels to want someone that you can not have. That is another reason why I love Morgan's books because she has a way of making her stories relateable to everyone. Ian McCallister is the HOT Photojournalist who lives next door to the picture perfect family known as the Black's. From the first moment Ian sets his eyes on Kayla Black he knows his heart is lost to her. BUT, Ian has principles and even though he longs for Kayla and loves spending time with her three children he would never do anything to break up her happy home she has with her husband Leon. Kayla Black has the perfect life, she is married to the man of her dreams Leon and has three wonderful children she adores. The only hitch in their idealistic life is that Leon has a very dangerous job. Leon being a cop always left Kayla a little worried but she never let it come between them. Ian and Kayla's world gets turned upside down by a random drug dealers bullet. Kayla is beyond consoling and Ian just wants to do everything in his power to help her get through this nightmare. All Kayla wants to do is curl up in a ball and cry for her lost love. Ian wants nothing more than to be there for her and her children until she can pick up the pieces of her life and carry on. This book tugged at my heart from beginning to end. I felt for both Kayla in her despair and for Ian who can help who he has fallen in love with. On the one hand I wanted to root for Ian to get his love but I felt conflicted because I didn't want it to come about the way it did with Leon's death. Ian and Kayla's story was bittersweet and filled with ups and downs to keep me glued throughout the whole story. I can't say anymore without ruining this story for everyone. On a scale from 1-10 I give Hard Break a 10. It had all the elements I have grown to love in a Morgan Kearns story and keeps me wanting more. If you are looking for a good read that will pull at your heart and keep you rooting for their Happily Ever After than this book is for you. If you are a fan of Morgan Kearns and her Deadlines & Diamonds Series. than this book is a must have. If you are looking for a great new to you author to read than Morgan Kearns is the author for you. Pick up a copy of Hard Break (and all her books in this series if you don't have them already) and let Kayla and Ian bare their souls to you and; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grimnirs (Runes Series Book 3) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ednah Walters Page; Review: Ednah Walters writing ALWAYS surprises me. Everyone of her stories never fails to garner a fierce response from me. When I first stated reading this series I immediately fell in LOVE with Torin St. James and thought no one could even come close to it. Well, Ednah blew that out of the water when she created Echo. He is beyond HOT, funny, did I mention HOT, with an undercurrent of badness to him. Cora Jemison is no longer just Raine's best friends; oh no, she can see souls everywhere she goes. On a trip to the grocery store Cora encounters Echo, a mysterious guy who seems to be shepherding the very souls she wants to escape from. While she can't take her eyes off him he stuns her by talking to her like he knows her. All the while she is thinking it is impossible because she would remember him if she did. Echo is a Grimnir, a reaper of souls. He guides souls to Hels Hall and he is great at his job. Echo is also not to be trusted because he will do any and everything to reach his end goal no matter who he has to destroy on the process. All that starts to change when the Cora he once thought he knew starts saying and acting differently then he is used to. He sees a softer side to her that makes him want to act that way as well. Once Echo realizes Cora is a Mortal he tries to do the right thing and let her go but Cora has other plans for her Grimnir. There is so much I want to say but I really don't want to give away any more of the story and ruin it for anyone. I so came close to tears reading this book. I had OMG moments and I there were a few times when I wished I had this book in paperback so I could throw it or bang it in frustration. I LOVED the fact that this book made me a jumble of emotions. To me, that is what a brilliant writer does, they take you on an emotional roller coaster but never let you catch your breath. I CAN'T WAIT TIL BOOK #3. On a scale from 1-10 I give Grimnirs a 20. Every book Ednah writes topples my scale because anything less seems like he won't do he stories justice. If your a fan of her Runes Series than this is a MUST HAVE addition. If you are looking for a great story, HOT guys/girls, Norse Mythology, or just looking for amazing characters than Grimnirs is the book for you. I encourage everyone who loves this series to pick up a copy. If you haven't read this series then when you buy Grimnirs you should also buy Runes and Immortals. Let Cora and Echo show you something worth fighting for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Draw Me In eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Megan Squires Page; Review: I loved reading Draw Me In. From the moment I read the blurb I knew I had to read this book. This book had me sobbing but I won't tell you when because you will have to discover that for yourself. Julie and Leo's love is a fun journey of discovery but also of heartache. With all great loves you can't have one without the other. Julie Thornton is a art student with a love for Michelangelo's statue of David. Besides being a student Julie is also a mentoring teacher to teenagers and often takes these students to Art Museums in Italy to see other artists like Michelangelo. It is on one of these art excursions that changes Julie's life forever. Leonardo "Leo" Carducci is a very successful VP at his family's Company Carducci Wines. Leo gives new meaning to tall, dark, and handsome. He hires Julie's best friend Ian (unbeknownst to them) to take some pictures of Leo for a magazine article that will be written about him. Leo and Julie discover what a truly small word it really is. It is hard to say anything more without giving this story away and ruining it for everyone. It is so much more than boy meets girl and then they fall helplessly in love. It is about meeting ones soul mate, sacrifice, love, and friendship. On a scale from 1-10 I give Dram Me In a 10. I really enjoyed watching Julie and Leo's characters unfold and come to life. If you are looking for a story with great characters, laughs, love, and to know what it truly means to make a sacrifice then you need to run out and pick up a copy of Draw Me In. Leo and Julie are waiting to tell you their story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fracture (Blood & Roses series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Callie Hart Page; Review: Fracture is a great next step in the Zeth and Sloane saga. I loved how Chapter One shows you Zeth doesn't play games when it comes to getting the information he seeks. Deviant (Book #1) left Sloane in a very flustered state which continues in Chapter Two of Fracture right where Author Callie Hart left us with our jaw hanging open. Callie has a way of making her characters come alive. Sloane Romera tries to come to grips with her feelings for Zeth. When he leaves town for a while, Sloane is left to babysit Zeth's house guest Lacey. Sloane and Lacey soon discover what it feels like to live in Zeth's world. Sloane knowing all this, still runs to Zeth in the hopes that he can protect her and Lacey. Zeth Mayfair is a lethal man on a dangerous mission to find Sloane's sister Lex and bring her home. Zeth is starting to discover his feelings for Sloane are anything but fleeting. In Zeth's world feelings could mean a death sentence because in his line of work emotions get you a one way ticket to the grave. One wrong slip and I could ruin this series for everybody but just know there is a lot more going on in this book. Not only do we get a bigger glimpse into Zeth's past but we learn more about Lacey and Sloane starts to discover just how resilient she really is. If you are looking for a new author who writes believable stories with realistic characters than Callie Hart is that author. On a scale from 1-5 I give Fracture an off the scale 10. She has a rare gift for superb storytelling. EVERYONE adult 18+ needs to run out an pick up a copy of Fracture. If you haven't read Deviant Book #1 (review below) you should pick up a copy of that book as well. If you are looking for a dark romance, life altering decisions, loyalty, and just an all around fabulous story than Fracture is the book for you. Come learn why Sloane and Zeth can't stay away from each other.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burn (Blood & Roses series Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Callie Hart Page; Review: This series gets better and more intense with each book I read. Just when I think I have things figured out Callie throws a monkey wrench at me and I am left shaking my head all over again (in a good way). I love the fact that Callie keeps me on my toes and always guessing what is actually going to be coming or happening next. Sloane Romera finds herself in enemy territory. Being a "guest" of Julio Perez isn't as easy as she hoped. Just knowing that her sister could be near by keeps Sloane on high alert. The longer Sloane stays in Julio's compound with Zeth the harder it is for her to not get sucked into his world and not want to leave because she is too attached to him. Zeth Mayfair not only has to deal with Julio but also the Widow Makers MC biker crew while trying to save Michael. On top of that, Zeth has to try and keep Sloane safe while she searches for her sister and he deals with Michael's relationship to the Widow Makers MC President. If you have read Deviant (Book #1) and Fracture (Book #2) then you know at this point I can't say anymore for fear of ruining some, if not all, of the story yet to come. On a scale from 1-5 I give Burn a phenomenal 10. Like the first two books, Burn is also off my scale because Callie really knows how to keep her readers on the edge and begging for more. If you are looking for a great dark and dangerous read with forbidden attraction and more twists and turns than you can throw a stick at then Burn is the book for you. I think EVERYONE adult 18+ NEEDS to go and pick up a copy of Burn. If you haven't read Deviant (Book #1) or Fracture (Book #2) first then you have to pick those books up, as well as, Burn. Come discover how Zeth and Sloane deal with Julio and the MC bikers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallen (Blood & Roses series Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Callie Hart Page; Review: All hail Queen Callie and her fantastic Blood & Roses Series. Only Callie could take an unredeemable character and turn him into ever woman's Dark Avenging Angel. Callie Hart is one author you are going to want to remember. Her books make you want things you never knew you wanted, as well as, make you feel things that you would never reveal to anyone especially your closest friend....lol. Sloane Romera's world has been turned upside down when she finds out just what happened to her sister after she disappeared. Once Sloane found Lex she thought her world would be whole again but with each passing moment she knows nothing could be further from the truth. She has also fallen for a bag guy whom she feels may never be able to feel the same about her. Zeth Mayfair is having trouble reconciling his need for violence with his need to be Sloane's Prince Charming (so to speak). Zeth is having trouble coming to grips with his growing feelings for Sloane. He is not the usual type of guy girls should bring home to their parents but for the first time Zeth wants to be. With his former Boss Charlie still in the mix Zeth knows none of that can happen, at least not yet. I am a fan for life of author Callie Hart. I know that what ever she writes is going to be worth reading. I have no idea what I am going to do with myself while I wait impatiently for Twisted (Book #5) to come out. This series has given me such a book hangover. On a scale from 1-5 I give Fallen ROARING 10. If you have to ask me why then you obviously have not read this fantastical series. If you want to dig further into Zeth and Sloane's relationship, if you are looking for a series that will keep you coming back for more, a Dark Romance, or if just want to read about the the kind of people you have always feared than Fallen is the book for you. I implore EVERYONE adult 18+ to pick up a copy of Fallen. If for some unknown reason you do not have copies of Deviant (Book #1), Fracture (Book #2), or Burn (Book #3) (review of all three are below) than you need to run (don't walk) and pick up Callie Hart's Blood & Roses Series books 1-4 and find out exactly why Callie Hart is a writing force to be reckoned with. Let Zeth and Sloane tell you precisely what happens when you mess with people they care about.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Stakes (Vittorio Crime Family Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Vanessa Waltz Page; Review: Vanessa knocks it out of the park with her dark and gritty romance High Stakes. Unlike her last book Ruthless which dealt with an MC her latest book deals with an Italian Mob Family. This book sucked me in from page one. I was up all night reading it because I just couldn't put it down. The way Vanessa writes about The Vittorio Family makes you feel like you are really a part of Vince's lifestyle. In my opinion, there was never a dull moment in this book. it was action packed from beginning to end. Adriana "Ade" Baldino loves to play poker and she's a great dealer. One night out with her bff Maria and Maria's cousin Jackie ends up changing the course of Adriana's life forever. From the moment Ade lays eyes on Vincent she feels this undeniable attraction to him. Even after Adriana discovers what Vince does for a living she just can't stay away from him. One fateful night of dealing cards opens up Adriana's eyes to a whole new world; a world in which there is no turning back from. Vincent "Vince" Cesare is not the type of guy that good girls should ever get involved with. for one thing he runs illegal card games and secondly his real job has a Boss you just DON'T want to mess with. Vincent never expected someone like Adriana to fall into his lap quite like she does. Vincent knows he should stay away from Ade but even he knows it is way too late for that. I can't say anymore or else I will ruin it for everyone and could possibly end up sleeping with the fishes....lol. I CAN'T wait until book #2 is published. On a scale from 1-5 I give High Stakes at 10. How could I not go off the scales with a book like this. Vanessa has quickly grown to be my go to author when it comes to dark and gritty romance novels. If you looking for a book that takes you out of your comfort zone, that's dark and gritty, keeps you at the edge of your seat from start to finish, or if you just want an AWESOME story than High Stakes is the book for you. I urge EVERYONE Adult 18+ to run out and pick up a copy of High Stakes. Don't judge Vincent and Adriana to harshly until you hear their side of the story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twisted (Blood & Roses series Book 5) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Callie Hart Page; Review: When this went live on Amazon I snatched it up and put down the book I was already reading so I could spend some much need time with Zeth. My jaw continually hit the floor all throughout this book. There was also one ore two people that I severely wanted to slap across the face. I was excited to know more about Michael and Rebel's history together. Callie actually gave Michael a little bit of a voice in this book which was cool. Sloane Romera knows her confession on the phone may just send Zeth away for good. Between dodging Charlie, Julio, and the D.E.A. Sloane is starting to figure out what is truly important to her. This whole situation lets her know just who her friends are and who she needs to actually watch out for. Zeth Mayfair is thrown for a loop my an admission that Sloane makes on the phone. Zeth doesn't know how to feel the way Sloane needs him to. Zeth knows if he wants Sloane to stick around he is going to have to stop and chance how he handles his "job" from here on in. Zeth wants to show Sloane how he feels, but for so long, he has considered those type of feelings a weakness which he is now having a hard time reconciling with. Oh my gosh I am already fiending for the next book. I NEED to know what happens next. I LOVE how Callie constantly keeps Zeth and Sloane evolving so that they don't become a stagnant couple. She keeps throwing things at them that keeps me coming back to each new book wondering what form of hell they are going to be facing this time. I really can't say anymore or I will ruin this book for someone. On a scale from 1-5 I give Twisted a nail-biting 10. It is hard to keep to my scale when each of Callie's books blows the previous one out of the water. If you are looking for a Dark Romance with characters you actually want to root for, sinister villains, twisted family ties, or if you just like a story that has more than one type of criminal and an anti-hero worth drooling over than you NEED to pick up a copy of Twisted. Everyone Adult 18+ NEEDS to pick up a copy of Twisted. If you haven't read the first four books in this series Deviant (Book #1), Fractured (Book #2), Burn (Book #3), or Fallen (Book #4) (links to all four reviews below) then you need to pick them up as well and catch up with the rest of us, Zeth's angry girls....^_^. Trust me you don't want to miss out on reading Callie's Blood & Roses Series. Come find out how Zeth and his angry girl Sloane evade hostile threats while their sanctuary falls down around them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
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Title: Dr. Strangelove (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: Sea Stories (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MTV: The Real World You Never Saw: Back to New York (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swimfan (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jackass: The Movie (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MTV: The Real World You Never Saw: Chicago (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Abandon (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wild Thornberrys Movie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Darkness Falls (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Transporter (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Treasure Planet (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gacy (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shaft (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Pianist (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Atlantis: Milo's Return (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Biker Boyz (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hot Chick (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Deer Hunter (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seven Samurai (1954); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Piano (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cowboy Bebop Remix (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hurricane (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The English Patient (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sting (1973); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Red Violin (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antwone Fisher (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Das Boot (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Exorcist: Restored Version (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waking Ned Devine (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U-571 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Psycho (1960); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Frequency (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swordfish (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: October Sky (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Marines (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Requiem for a Dream (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cats & Dogs (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Castle (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Guru (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Security (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: They (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Old School (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday the 14th (1981); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Empire (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
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Title: Drumline (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Kid (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bounce (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: The Real Cancun (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Basic (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination 2 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Experiment (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What a Girl Wants (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Agent Cody Banks (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Cradle 2 the Grave (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House of 1 (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: From Justin to Kelly: The Tale of Two American Idols (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: Run Ronnie Run (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wrong Turn (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hollywood Homicide (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eight Crazy Nights (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Santa Clause 2 (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys II (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gigli (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Band of Brothers (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freddy vs. Jason (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rugrats Go Wild (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radioland Murders (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Order (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Wedding (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alex and Emma (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cabin Fever (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: House of the Dead (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Johnny English (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Boss's Daughter (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Splendor (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Cut (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2-D version) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Creek Manor (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Grind (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Duplex (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revolutions (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brother Bear (Theatrical Widescreen Version) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intolerable Cruelty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 1 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 3 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UFC Hits: Ultimate Fighting Championship (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Underground Comedy Movie (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Haunted Mansion (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Timeline (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Win a Date with Tad Hamilton! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stuck on You (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peter Pan (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Don't Cost a Thing (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bubba Ho-Tep (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eurotrip (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Club Dread (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: You Got Served (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Teacher's Pet (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch That Kid (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trilogy of Terror (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Flight of the Navigator (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hellboy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Joe Schmo Show: Uncensored: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Exorcist: The Beginning (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spartan (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taking Lives (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Godsend (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walking Tall (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Punisher (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Score (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twisted (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Van Helsing (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garfield: The Movie (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dawn of the Dead (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Celsius 41.11 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: White Chicks (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Water (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Young Black Stallion (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eerie (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alien vs. Predator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Breakin' All the Rules (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Surviving Christmas (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Septem8er Tapes (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bill Engvall: Here's Your Sign (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ju-on: The Grudge (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paparazzi (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UFC: Ultimate Fighting Championship: Ultimate Knockouts 1 & 2 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ron White: They Call Me "Tater Salad" (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bill Engvall's New All-Stars of Country Comedy: Vol. 2 (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saw (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Curse of the Bambino (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bill Engvall's New All-Stars of Country Comedy: Vol. 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friday Night Lights (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fat Albert (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shall We Dance? (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elektra (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Darkness (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Team America: World Police (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carmen Electra's The Lap Dance (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sandlot 2 (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Son of the Mask (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pooh's Heffalump Movie (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pacifier (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostage (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Constantine (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Are We There Yet? (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hide and Seek (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boogeyman (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gunner Palace (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Machinist (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Boston Red Sox: 2004 World Series Collector's Edition (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Herbie: Fully Loaded (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tarzan 2 (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Interpreter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
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Title: Revenge: A Bad Boy Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jessica Ashe Page; Review: Good book. A little to predicable though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gator Girl: The Royal Seduction (Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kari Nelson Page; Review: Good book but it's definitely a slow start. You don't ever actually get to the supernatural part in book 1. But you get emotionally invested in the main character and I found myself getting pissed off for her.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Forsaken (The Devil's Assistant Book 3) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's HD Smith Page; Review: I could not put these books down! I got through all 3 books within 48 hours! Pulled an all-nighter because I became obsessed! I love that these were available on Kindle Unlimited because I'm a avid reader and would probably spend my whole paycheck on books every week if it weren't for this Amazon service! keep up the FANTASTIC work HD Smith! I'm definitely looking forward to Book #4.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dragon Void (Immortal Dragons Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ophelia Bell Page; Review: Good book!! Must read #1 first to full grasp everything though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jaguar King (The Wild Rites Saga - Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Anna McIlwraith Page; Review: I got hooked...immediately!! This series will make you want to cancel all other plans for a week! Highly recommended. Great writing. Expressive and relatable characters. Amazing plots!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dez - Diary of the Alpha's Daughter: Book 1 - The Wolf Diaries, Henderson Pack - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Audra Hart Page; Review: Just a plain old good read. Would have like to see a little more about Dez's time away from the pack but it's not necessary.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Best Western Hotel Fino Osaka Shinsaibashi; City: Chuo Osaka Osaka Prefecture Kinki; Review: Decided to stay safe in choosing a hotel in Japan since best western has a chain of hotels. It is exactly how it looks on the photos shown here in trip advisor. Small but well-kept room. Location is perfect, 2 minute walk to the subway. Has a 7-11 just across the street and walking distance from h&m, Zara, Uniqlo. The street it is on has a few hole in the wall bars and cafe that are perfect for travel adventurers . Will definitely endorse to others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel NuVe; City: Singapore; Review: It was my first time in Singapore and like in any of our travels, I prefer a hotel that is is centrally located, new and clean . Hotel Nuve gives us what we need (except for the odd sink outside the bathroom which I don't like) .room is small but because of the price, you would understand . Location is perfect , a street away from Arab St. Which will tickle the fancy of artsy-Fartsy , hippie tourists like us. Just at the corner of the street is the Artistry Cafe and Bar, very cozy and hip! Hotel is a five minute walk from the subway. We bought our reservations at a very reasonable price so I could forget about the sink that I didn't like. Over all, I would still recommend Hotel Nuve for travel adventurers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Henann Resort Alona Beach; City: Tawala Panglao Panglao Island Bohol Province Visayas; Review: When I learnt from my last stay in Boracay Regency last February that they would open a new upscale resort in Bohol, I knew that my summer would be spent there. Fast forward to May, my husband and I were setting foot by the grand entrance and lobby of Henann Resort Alona Beach in Bohol. We could not believe that this used to be the location of the Alona Palm Beach Resort that we checked in some 8 years ago. Henann Resort Alona Beach is grander, more upscale and extremely massive in every way- the pristine shoreline, numerous pools surrounded by palm trees, and the spectacular view of the sea from the veranda of our room. It was a welcome and pleasant surprise for us since we got more than what we paid for. We bought our reservations discounted and we were informed that the hotel is in its soft opening stage. By the looks of it when we arrived, it was already operating as grand as a five-star resort hotel. I have been frequenting Boracay Regency for so many years and Henann Resort Alona Beach gives the same vibe of Luxury in amenities, good food and excellent, quality service. Worth our money and time. I will definitely recommend to friends and family who are looking for the ultimate resort experience in Bohol. And, of course, we will be here in time for our wedding anniversary this December.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New World Makati Hotel; City: Makati Metro Manila Luzon; Review: All praises to the staff, amenities and services of their Residence Club Team! Special commendation to Jopes for allowing us for late check out upon knowing we are celebrating our wedding anniversary and Stephen of The Club Lounge for always ensuring we are comfortable with our baby in tow and that we get the best of what they offer in the lounge. I didn’t expect much because I read from previous reviews that theirs is not satisfactory in terms of food offerings. To our surprise, we actually enjoyed their spread , breakfast and cocktails . For breakfast , aside from the buffet, they also offer ala carte choices. For the cocktails , very filling and alcoholic options are very good. And their whole day free flowing beverages are awesome (S. Pellegrino, Canada Dry Ginger Ale, juices , sodas). The nuts and cakes for am and Pm snacks are forgivable since the hotel is across the mall and we definitely had time to have snacks outside . Cheers to the rest of the Reaidence Club Team: Criszia, James, Valerie, Karla and Cheska for being professional and friendly at the same time. The room is tidy and the bathroom is newly furnished with a nice tub . Will definitely come back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taal Vista Hotel; City: Tagaytay Cavite Province Calabarzon Region Luzon; Review: We always choose this by default because of the taal lake View. We got 2 rooms, one for us and one for parents . The room we checked in is in the “new” wing while our parents in the old since we booked theirs last minute . Both rooms need to be refurbished. Even the new wing needs to improve now. The curtains are tired and old, the bed frame is stained . Looks like the hotel hasn’t undergone improvement since 2010. I didn’t even bother checking my parents room because I know it would be worse. The breakfast is mediocre, cold food maybe because we were placed outdoors since hotel is fully booked. I hope the hotel could find time to service their guests by updating their rooms.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seda Bonifacio Global City; City: Taguig City Metro Manila Luzon; Review: Chose this hotel because it’s a 2- minute walk from Highstreet . The room is as expected, small but functional. I noticed though that there were dusts on the table so I assume it’s not thoroughly cleaned . Got conscious about how clean the room is since we have a baby. The room needs refurbishing because you can see the wear and tear on the floor, walls and furnitures. The breakfast spread is good though. It’s understandable that it’s cramped because it’s a business hotel I suppose . Maybe they can open a room for others to have their breakfast instead of lining up .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Henann Palm Beach Resort; City: Boracay Malay Aklan Province Panay Island Visayas; Review: Well, hello Boracay! Have heard about Henann Palm Beach resort from a friend . I checked out their website and I immediately booked soonest I saw it opened for operation. I’ve always preferred station 2 because it just makes my life easier , especially now that we have a toddler in tow. Was pleasantly surprised on how neat and modern this hotel compared to its nearby resorts. Top class! With just a few hundred pesos difference from the de luxe room, we got the Grand View Room since we now require a BIG bed with a kid around. The room is so neat; It’s modern interior is a perfect contrast to the view by the veranda , palm trees and the blue waters and powder white sand of my beloved Boracay! And what I look for in any hotel room is a bath tub separate from the shower and Henann Palm has this. And the major bonus is the Swimming pool situated mid-level so we get to see the Boracay beach from a different vantage point . The breakfast buffet is on point , just like how we loved it in Henann Regency . A new gem in Boracay. Will definitely come back and recommend to friends and family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Suites Makati; City: Makati Metro Manila Luzon; Review: Celebrated Mother’s Day here and was greeted by a pleasant offering of a baby cot for my baby. Not all hotels offer when not asked. The room is cozy and the location is perfect for mallrats like us since it has 2 direct doors to the malls. Breakfast Buffet has good selection and the lady supervisor on duty was very helpful and checking on everyone. The kiddie area of swimming pool is covered which is great for babies skin 👌🏼 Five star for it’s Price !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mella Hotel; City: Las Pinas Metro Manila Luzon; Review: All praises for this boutique hotel. This is our neighborhood hotel and I’ve wondered before who will be it’s market. Apparently, it’s still us! We checked in for 2 nights due to power outage and another night for a house guest visiting us from Korea. We booked a family and king de luxe . We were pleasantly surprised on how elegant and well-designed the interior of the lobby , the rooms and the halls are. The rooms are very neat and they didn’t scrimp on the linens and shower space . The amenities are top-notch! The modern huge gym, a modern play place with smart TV , spa and a decent size swimming pool. Breakfast spread is not bad , maybe they can add bacon as a regular to make it perfect! I will definitely come back !; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Why Do Americans Drive Automatic But Most of Europe Drives Manual?; Abstract: Fewer Americans are learning to drive stick shifts, but Europeans prefer them. These are the reasons why. The post Why Do Americans Drive Automatic But Most of Europe Drives Manual? appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: autos
Title: It's not just the cost of tipping that upsets customers: It's the lack of price transparency; Abstract: What is it about tipping that makes people lose their minds?; Category: finance
Title: The Wardrobe Must-Haves Every Man Needs in His Closet; Abstract: We covered all of the bases.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 23 Foods That Help Lower High Blood Pressure; Abstract: Consuming less sodium may be important to help slash blood pressure levels, but eating more of these foods is good for your heart and arteries too. The post 23 Foods That Help Lower High Blood Pressure appeared first on The Healthy.; Category: health
Title: Eric Tse, 24, just became a billionaire overnight; Abstract: A 24-year-old business school graduate has just become an overnight billionaire.; Category: finance
Title: See inside a woman's 270-square-foot tiny home complete with 2 bedrooms and a walk-in closet; Abstract: The tiny house is currently in Victoria, Australia, but it was built with wheels attached, allowing owner Dolly Rubiano to move it wherever she wants.; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Mediterranee Hotel; City: Tsilivi Zakynthos Ionian Islands; Review: just got back from a weeks stay ,above average room lovely big balcony ,great choice of food ,you honestly will not be disappointed if you have booked this hotel,bus stop outside ,and taxis just up the road ,no need for transfers only 20 euro to hotel from airport,lovely beach 6 euros for 2 beds n parasol ,for a great night visit jolly roger bar costas such a lovely man ,lots of bars to just chill n relax ,will def be back next year .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Veronica Hotel; City: Paphos Paphos District; Review: just returned from a 10 night stay,staff smiling and pleasant,we requested xtra pillows and info on excursion bus timetables etc,went out there way to help ,meals times always plenty choice,could have cereal,fresh fruit ,yougurt,cake ,or full English in morn ,lunch n eve salad ,pasta,fish n usually two meat dishes as well,people fillin there plates so coudnt be that bad eh,pool area loads of sunloungers,air con free,fridge was 2euro 50 a day,but was well worth it to keep water cold,bus stop just outside n run practically every 10mins,if you want to explore get a 5 euro ticket can go anywhere allday,coral beach is gorg if you want to spend day at the beach 6 euro for 2 beds n a parasol,water clear ,sea calm,sandy beach,dont be put off by any neg reviews I would go back again .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antinea Suites Hotel Spa; City: Kamari Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: just got back from a weeks stay at the antinea ,everything about this hotel is fantastic ,we checked in and were greeted with friendly smiles n cocktails,our cases were taken to our room wich had outdoor jacuzzi,although it was near dining room still was private n had tables chairs n 2 unloungers ,pool was fantastic n kabanas sooo relaxing ,food was always lovely and fresh with loys of choice and yannis one of the waiters always smiled and asked how our day had been lovely really genuine guy,reeption staff very helpfull , we asked for more pillows they were delivered that day ,our safe wouldnt close in our room was sorted within minutes,yes the hotel is situated on a steep hill so anyone with a disability or not very mobile no this isnt a hotel for you ,walkin distance to beach shops bars etc,and 15 mins from airport ,all in all a thoroughly enjoyed our break here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Oak at Keswick; City: Keswick Lake District Cumbria England; Review: Just stayed 2 night ,service fantastic our room num5,small but cosy ,hospitality tray replenished everyday as well as clean towels ,fresh milk no problem staff all friendly ,breakfast choice fab ,deffinatly recommend this hotel centrally located picked a great base to explore keswick we will be back .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunrise Hotel; City: Tsilivi Zakynthos Ionian Islands; Review: Just got home after10nights in the lovely sunrise ,our room overlooked the pool with a large balcony clean towels and room was spotless ,pool is the best large and never any trouble finding a sunbed these were also scrubbed n cleaned ,the pool and areas around are immaculate ,all staff smile and are friendly ,we even heard a car beep it's horn one evening it was the lovey Dennis offering us a lift back to the hotel genuine lovely people,yes the town centre and beach are a strol of about 20/25mins but plenty bars to stop and have a drink ,the majestic do a fantastic 3course meal for 8euros,gyro land is great for a late night snack or cheap meal,so even if like us your all inclusive n fancy a meal out lots of lovely reasonable places to eat ,I must say the food in hotel is lovely fresh salads n plenty of fish ,meat choices ,BBQ nights cannot fault this hotel and worth every penny .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Maltanski; City: Krakow Lesser Poland Province Southern Poland; Review: Just returned from this lovely hotel rooms spacious bathrooms enormous ,cosy home from home feel ,close to main square well within walking distance so ideal for sightseeing,breakfast really nice pastries ,selection of meats n cheese fresh fruit cereals n yogurts ,will visit again when in krakow; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walker Ground Manor; City: Hawkshead Ambleside Lake District Cumbria England; Review: literally just got home and could not wait to write my review ,what an amazing place walker ground manor is ,the most warmest welcome awaits tea and home made cake enjoyed by the log burner ,our room was huge with four poster lovely seating area all old features and decorated tastfully ,the bathroom was huge with a dressing area and free standing bath ,seperate shower cubicle ,the breakfast probably the best i have had ,with chices of fruit juice even chilled water with fresh lemon ,danish pastrys,jams,small cheese selection ,followed by choice of breakfast,full english or omelletes,the hosts sue and richard are lovely people who really want to help and spend time to make sure your time in the lakes is enjoyable nothing is too much trouble ,we will definatly be back and have found a little gem .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Riu Caribe; City: Cancun Yucatan Peninsula; Review: Just returned from a glorious 10 days at the hotel caribe ,check in very speedy ,our room on the 6th floor over looking pools and a great view of the sea ,food excellent and plenty full lots of choice ,staff cannot do enough for you so pleasant ,must admit the trips are privet ,we went to coco bongos also X caret ,the ferry over to Isla m hopping is great fun try the ice bar while your there ,I could go on and on with great things about please try for yourself.very; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rose Cottage Guest House; City: Cockermouth Lake District Cumbria England; Review: A lovely stay in the king suite at rose cottage,nothing too much trouble genuine hosts wanting to make your stay a hapog one ,lovely good quality breakfast ,fresh fruit cerals and a full english cooked to perfection ,leisurely stroll into cockermouth plenty pubs,cafes and resteraunts ,takeaways to choose from lovely little village plenty shops to browse ,i hope to return again to rose cottage and wish the new propriators all the very best .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Abel Heywood; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: Just stayed the one night fantastic ,decor so cool loved the lighting and massive tv even the bathroom was lovely and stylish,please can I just say how lovely the staff are,our hairdryer wasn't working ,reported within 10mins a new one brought to the room,asked for a little more milk no problem was there in a miniature milk bottle all done with a smile ,oh mustn't forget downstairs the cocktails are wicked great food too ,it was so nice my daughter booked straight away for a night next month .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Iko Melisa Garden; City: Kemer Turkish Mediterranean Coast; Review: Even on a budget holiday I expect a little better I must admit room was lovely then it stops right there which is a shame as Kemer is lovely and I will deffo return but not staying here ,no smiles or interaction from staff ,food is terrible apart from soup one night only warm option where cut up hot dogs in a tomato sauce or chicken drumstick,we never went round pool it's a small rectangle shaped pool with approx 50sunbeds if your not up at 6 no chance ,the beach is lovely nice sunbeds(free)waiter service and food is lovely not overpriced we had a coke and Fanta served in ice buckets ,cheeseburgers or toasters or banquettes with fries all served with a smile good sunbeds with cushions and the beach is so nice,just a stroll approx 15 mins to beach lots of lovely bars and restraints reasnabbly priced no need stay in hotel go explore have a walk round fantastic place to holiday just not here ,oh must add no courtesy room so if you need freshen up shower before flight home (checkout of rooms by12)the only shower is in entrance to ladies toilets at side of kiddies pool no door so just stand in bikini then water floods out causing slippy wet floors .; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Brisas Guardalavaca Hotel; City: Guardalavaca Holguin Province Cuba; Review: Really where do I start what a fantastic place to stay ignore any petty negative comments,rooms yeah a little dated but clean ,fridge n TV had some English channels but when it's gorgeous and the stunning beach calls you really are you that bothered what mod cons your room had ,food brilliant choices of every meat ,with rice salads crusty breads ,cold buffet plus pasta, omelettes for breakfast all made fresh however you like ,collect fresh towels daily ,even pick a book there return and choose another once read ,the resteraunts are amazing with great service in fact all staff have a smile and will always have a chat,pizza ,burger bars for snacks ,ice creams and churros,how can produce possibly moan ,cocktail bars,quiet bars,on-site disco,we saw some fab shows ,singers,the market takes about 15mi s wlk great for sovergneiers,wood ,leather , jewellery at great prices ,barter ,we will be back no doubt brisas your the best; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Princess Hotel; City: Lassi Cephalonia Ionian Islands; Review: This hotel is such a fab place to stay ,staff friendly ,greeted every morning with a smile ,nothing too much trouble at all ,rooms comfortable and spotlessly clean ,fresh towels daily ,cocktail waiter served some fab bloody Mary's ,great book selection ,and the pool and grounds very well kept definitely I place to think about staying ,we will be back .; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sennheiser MX400 In-Ear Headphone with Carrying Case (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Sennheiser; Review: This is the best pair of earphones I have ever had. Works great with my mp3 player. Good bass, and crisp midrange and highs, especially for in-ear headphones. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Compatible 2 in 1 Charger and Headphones Adapter plitter, Replacement Aux Audio; Brand: EldHus; Review: I ordered one of these in February '12. After two weeks of 4 hours a day it went bad. Not sure what was wrong, but I was still within the return period for Amazon so I exchanged it for another one. It has been almost six months with the replacement and no issues. I use this mostly on my arm band next to my Sansa mp3 player, along with some higher end Yamaha ear buds. It really makes the music sound a lot better. EDIT: I thought my replacement was going bad after just over a year. So I ordered another one. Turns out it was just a bad cable. I contacted the company, and they required me to fill out a form and send them a copy of my receipt. Then, after that, they wanted me to pay $5 shipping for a $0.25 cable after I had bought two of their units, and I wouldn't get it for a month (shipping from China). I am going to pay $7 and get a replacement from Amazon that I'll get in two days. Another thing: make sure you get it from an authorized dealer or you may get a counterfit. The first one we got was not from an authorized dealer. The unit seems fine, however. This latest one from late June '13 was from an authorized dealer. You can see a list of authorized dealers here: [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eathtek Replacement Keyboard for Acer Aspire 5251 5551 5551G 5553 5553G 5625 5625G 5745 5745G 5745P 5745PG 5820T 5820TG 7551; Brand: Eathtek; Review: Looks like an OEM replacement. It was a perfect fit and install was very easy, just need a flat head screwdriver. Can see videos on how to do the install on youtube.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bluetooth Adapter, (Broadcom BCM20702 chipset) UtechSmart USB Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy Micro Adapter (Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Raspberry; Brand: UtechSmart; Review: This is a great choice for a bluetooth dongle. It is small, doesn't stick out far from the computer at all. My HP mouse and JBL Charge speaker hooked up to it right away. Installing the included software (CD rom) was easy and pretty fast. I'm using Windows 7. Highly recommend, especially for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mediabridge HDMI Cable (6 Feet) Supports 4K@60Hz, High Speed, Hand-Tested, HDMI 2.0 Ready - UHD, 18Gbps, Audio Return Channel; Brand: Mediabridge; Review: Great cable. Own several of these and as well as other Mediabridge products and have never been disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mediabridge HDMI Cable (10 Feet) Supports 4K@60Hz, High Speed, Hand-Tested, HDMI 2.0 Ready - UHD, 18Gbps, Audio Return Channel; Brand: Mediabridge; Review: Great cable. Own several of these and as well as other Mediabridge products and have never been disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mediabridge ULTRA Series Subwoofer Cable (6 Feet) - Dual Shield - Gold Plated - Black - (Part# CJ06-6BR-G1 ); Brand: Mediabridge; Review: This cable seems well made and worked great. It made an immediate and profound difference in how my relatively cheap subwoofer sounds. It is now a much "tighter" bass. Never have been disappointed in Mediabridge products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ADATA Superior Series S102 PRO 8 GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive AS102P-8G-RGY; Brand: ADATA; Review: This has the feeling of being the most well-made flash drive I've owned, out of about 15 over the years. The cap clicks securely onto the back, and it fits securely into USB ports. USB 3.0 is noticeably faster than 2.0.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kensington Bluetooth 4.0 USB Adapter; Brand: Kensington; Review: Works well. Plug and play with windows 7. Good range and no issues with it dropping the signal like other ones I tried prior to buying this.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cable Matters 5-Pack Snagless Cat6 Ethernet Cable (Cat6 Cable/Cat 6 Cable) in Black 4 Feet - Available 1FT; Brand: Cable Matters; Review: They are cables and work great. Nice solid "click" into place. Recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silicon Power 16GB Blaze B30 USB 3.0 Swivel Flash Drive, Black (SP016GBUF3B30V1K); Brand: Silicon Power; Review: This isn't the fastest USB drive out there but it is fast enough and is still USB 3.0. Great price, and the cover mechanism is great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Intel 7260.HMWG.R Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 Network adapter PCI Express Half Mini Card 802.11 b/a/g/n/ac; Brand: Intel; Review: The outside package (just a small plastic bag) was listed as the .R version but the chip itself was not. But I've heard that Intel has been pretty secrative about this Revision version, not even listing it on their web site. My only six month old laptop's Centrino-N wirless adapter was already failing (a 3 year old wifi adapter installed in a laptop made in 2014, really HP?). It installed easily on my HP Envy 15" 4th gen iCore laptop, which was nice because I heard that HPs can sometimes be tricky regarding accepting upgrades. It works very well. I installed it, started the computer, hooked it up via LAN, and went into the Device Manager and had Windows 8.1 scan for hardware changes. I then restarted the computer again and it was up and running. I especially like the dual band. A great upgrade for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TriVision 1080P HD Security Camera Outdoor POE WiFi with Long Range Motion Sensor, Super Low Light and IR Night; Brand: Trivision; Review: The hardware is great, the picture quality is excellent, even the night vision has good range and is very clear. The features (onboard storage, ability to film to a NAS, etc.) are excellent. Unfortunately, it is all ruined by horrendous software. The Any Scene app is pretty much useless. It always runs in the background on your phone (Android). It is OK for viewing the camera live, but when you want to view the videos the camera has recorded it buffers for 45 seconds or more for every 2 or 3 seconds of video. It doesn't matter if you are using the app on a computer, phone, or viewing the videos using the internet site. The features (motion detection with adjustable windows, adjustable recording durations, etc.) are great. But if you can't access and play the videos, what's the point? Also, the online site to access the camera's functions won't even load half the time (it times out), regardless of what browser you use. Edit: I upped it to three stars from one. The company contacted me to try to exchange the product. I just do not think it is a problem with getting a bad one, since my issues are software related. But them reaching out to do an exchange is worth something. Also, it seems that TriVision, Sharx, and Phylink all use the same software. Customer support was responsive to the issues via email, but couldn't offer solutions other than those already in the manual. It is unfortunate that such horrible software ruins the user experience for a really good piece of hardware.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VideoSecu Wall Ceiling Mount Bracket for CCTV CCD Box Body Camera 2-6 inch Adjustable Pan Tilt Bracket 1A2; Brand: VideoSecu; Review: It is a well built product especially for the price. I gave it four stars because it was more of a tan color instead of white.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Samsung EVO 64GB 48/MB/s Micro SDXC Memory Card with Adapter up to (MB-MP64DA/AM); Brand: Samsung; Review: Works well, good value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TP-Link AV600 Powerline Ethernet Adapter - Plug&Play, Power Saving, Nano Powerline Adapter(TL-PA4010 KIT); Brand: TP-LINK; Review: Works well, pretty easy to set up. Instructions are sufficient but could be improved. I haven't tested the speeds, but it is working fine with my IP camera. Note: this is NOT power over Ethernet (PoE) compatible. So to use PoE with a device you'll still need a PoE injector adapter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: NetCamPro NCP2475e, Free Cloud Recording, Wireless Outdoor Security Camera, 1080p, Includes 16 GB Local Storage, IR Night; Brand: NetcamPro; Review: Have had it for only a few days, but so far so good. I bought this one after having some problems with a similar one. Several companies utilize the same hardware (look around Amazon, you'll be able to tell) and sell the cameras for between $200 and $315 or so. The hardware is great. It is heavyish and built well. Weather resistant. The night vision is clear and good for about 40 feet. I haven't used Wi-Fi with this one, as I'm using Ethernet. Where this one shines and the others fail is the software. They all have a similar internet interface to control the camera. It is functional and pretty easy to learn. The addition of the cloud software that this one has and the others lack is the difference. The mere fact you can record to the cloud via a free account with NetCamPro is a big plus. I especially like the feature where you can quickly see clips of the activity so you don't need to go through every video. Hint: if you will go back to the camera's IP page often to adjust settings, set your camera up with a static IP address. Otherwise the address will be different every time you go back to it, so you can't bookmark it. Why I took off one star: - Price: It is $75 too expensive in my opinion. - Lack of documentation. There is a cd-rom with a manual on it, but even that isn't great. A booklet you can hold in your hand with detailed instructions and descriptions (like Trivision does) would be better. - It doesn't come with a weatherproof box to house the near-camera connections like a couple of the other brand names that use similar hardware do. Especially at this price point, one should be included. - An 8GB card being included is nice, but that amount of memory is pretty much useless. It should be at least 16, especially with how inexpensive memory is (a 64GB can be had on Amazon for about $20) and the price point of this camera. Overall it does a great job, so far, and has nice features. The software could be improved but is the best out there for cameras with hardware of this quality anywhere near this price range.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silverback Speaker Wire by Sewell, 12 AWG, OFC, 259 Strand Count, 200ft, Pull Box; Brand: Sewell Direct; Review: The smell goes away after a while. Hasn't been an issue since hooked up. Great sound from the thick wire and quality connection. Make sure to tighten the wire insertion into the banana clip, they were all snug but not tight.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anker 10 Port 60W Data Hub with 7 USB 3.0 Ports and 3 PowerIQ Charging Ports for MacBook, Mac; Brand: Anker; Review: Pretty small in size for the number of ports, really like the dedicated charging ports. Doesn't make the device plug-ins warm like other hubs do.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The BOOK THIEF; Author: Visit Amazon's Markus Zusak Page; Review: This story was excellent. Smiles, tears, joy and anger all in the space of one book.. 5 stars A must read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Henna House: A Novel; Author: Nomi Eve; Review: Interesting story. Learned a lot. A culture of people I never knew about.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treasured by Thursday (Weekday Brides); Author: Visit Amazon's Catherine Bybee Page; Review: Great to see. The T.B. boys back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Garden of Evening Mists; Author: Anna Bentinck Tan Twan Eng; Review: Beautiful story.. many emotions..well written; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Illusion Town (Harmony); Author: Visit Amazon's Jayne Castle Page; Review: Love jayne castle New world series. Always look forward to the next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Daniel Silva Thriller 6; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel Silva Page; Review: Outstanding and relevant in today's world of Isis and Jihad. A wake up call to the World; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The One Man; Author: Visit Amazon's Andrew Gross Page; Review: Keeps you on the edge of your seat, and great read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sugar Men; Author: Visit Amazon's Ray Kingfisher Page; Review: Very touching, deeply intense and a courage of survival; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Shroud - A Tale of Ancient Rome; Author: Visit Amazon's Elisabeth Storrs Page; Review: Unbelievable history of early Italy. I learned so much of early Rome and the Provinces surrounding it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Wrights 4.5" Easy Angle Acrylic Template [670179]; Brand: Wright Products; Review: fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wing Clipper quilting tool, trim down tool for Flying Geese Units; Brand: Studio 180 Design; Review: fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Simplicity Pro Comp Alloys PXA7033-8973 Series 33 Wheel with Flat Black Finish (18x9/5x127mm); Brand: Simplicity; Review: fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fons and Porter Half and Quarter Ruler, Pack of 1; Brand: Dritz; Review: fine; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TightGrips Non-slip grips for Quilt Templates - 48 Pieces Total - 24 Large & 24 Small; Brand: TightGrips; Review: great; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Arts_Crafts_and_Sewing |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Levi's Men's 501 Original Shrink-to-Fit Jeans; Brand: ; Review: Can't beat Levi's for the classic look. The black jeans have a hint of blue and are the same tough fabric as the standard blue STF jean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MX608 Water Resistant Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Someone once told my husband he has duck feet: Narrow at the heel and wide at the toe. We look at pictures of the shoes to make sure they have a square toe box, and New Balance shoes built like this one make his feet happy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fidji Women's B705 Dress Pump; Brand: Fidji; Review: These shoes were gorgeous but ran small. I was so disappointed to have to send them back!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fidji Women's L872 Dress Pump; Brand: Fidji; Review: The color was not as pictured. I expected a redder red, but it was a pretty dark wine color. I sent them back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dansko Women's Opal Mary Jane; Brand: ; Review: I just love the black cherry color! It is rich and dark. I recommend buying this shoe in a size bigger than you wear in Dansko clogs, if you have only bought Dansko clogs before, because they aren't as wide and forgiving as Dansko clogs typically are. For example, I wear a 41 (or even 40 if suede) in clogs, but 41 would have pinched in this style.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenneth Cole Men's Lino Short-Sleeve Woven Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Nice shirt, but was too small in shoulders and chest for my husband, and XL is usually ample.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Clarks Women's Daisy Harp Wedge Sandal; Brand: ; Review: These slides are pretty comfortable, a good navy blue, and I like that there is velcro to make part of the shoe adjustable; the shoe would fit even better if there were velcro lower on the shoe to loosen or tighten the fit. The velcro adjustment is subtle, a good thing, and I enjoy the heel height.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Naot Women's Toatoa Flat; Brand: NAOT; Review: At least one full size too small. So disappointing, as 42 is the largest size. The red-black color is really pretty.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rockport Cobb Hill Women's Nicole CH Boot; Brand: Cobb Hill; Review: At least one full size too small. So disappointing, as 42 is the largest size. The red-black color is really pretty.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fossil Morgan Top Zip; Brand: ; Review: I bought the Pomegranate color bag and it is a really pretty red/pink. Love the pop of color. The bag feels sturdy and I especially like that the shoulder strap is wide for comfort, and the strap length is adjustable making the bag super flexible. It's a winner!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Hanger Women's Light Weight Open Front Drape Cardigan Sweater Made in USA; Brand: Red Hanger; Review: Very soft and fits well. I didn't find it overly wrinkly. The sweater is a good light weight for the Pacific Northwest spring and summer. I bought the pastel pink one, but it was a hard choice with such a wide selection. I am glad I did, because the color is even prettier in person.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FitFlop Women's Shuv Felt Clog; Brand: ; Review: Cute, warm, very comfortable. Love them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Kirby Part 204811 - Genuine Style F HEPA Filtration Vacuum Bags for all Sentria Models (6 Bags and 2; Brand: Kirby; Review: The right bag for my Kirby. Thanks Amazon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marcela Cake Stand Color: Amethyst; Brand: Godinger; Review: Love the purple color. Beautiful cake stand and can use it for cookies and etc.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tea Forte Ceramic TEA TRAY for Presenting and Resting Signature Pyramid Tea Infusers, Two Per Box, Orchid White; Brand: Tea Forte; Review: Love this tea bag tray. I bought some to also send to my friends as gifts with some tea. Great with the Tea Forte teas.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Creative Co-Op DA4866 Aqua Blue Whale Shaped Butter Dish; Brand: Creative Co-op; Review: This is a beautiful Whale butter dish, can be used for cheese too. It is kind of wide. Looks great for a gift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two's Company 51197 Oh Whale Butter Dish, Seafoam; Brand: Two's Company; Review: A beautiful whale butter dish, just the size of a regular butter dish. Will order some more for gifts too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Igloo Pan; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: This is a beautiful Igloo cake pan. One of a kind. Easy to use and clean. We have two of them. In fact, my daughter use it to make a Navajo Hogan cake, it turn out beautifully decorated too. When using just spray the inside with lots of cooking baking canola spray. Cannot go wrong with Nordic Ware..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lenox Home for The Holidays Prep Board with Spatula; Brand: Lenox; Review: The gingerbread spoon rest is very artful. It has blue in it, that represents winter and the Christmas colors. Will use it during the month of December for the holidays. It could be use for a tea bag holder too. The design is not perfect just like a decorated cookie, It is an art. Very nice and the price was right. Love it and will hand wash always. Great for gifts too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Easter Bunny Pan, 5 Cup; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: This is a nice Bunny Rabbit Pan. It is kind of light and does not have Nordic Ware printed on it, but the printed paper had Nordic Ware and a recipe on it. Will use for birthday parties and Easter. Soak and hand wash for cleaning.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Gingerbread Family Loaf Pan, Metallic; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: This is a very nice Nordic Ware gingerbread family loaf pan. It is kind of on the heavy side with Nordic Ware printed on the pan. The recipe is included. Will use it for the holidays, not only for Christmas. When using spray a lot of cooking oil. Soak and hand wash. I also have a gingerbread male/female loaf pan. The same size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware Gingerbread Loaf Pan; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: This is a beautiful Nordic Ware gingerbread loaf pan of a boy/girl and a ribbon in the center. Kind of on the heavy side. Will use it for the holidays not only Christmas. When using spray a lot of the baking cooking oil. Easy to clean, just soak it and hand wash. I also have the Nordic Ware Gingerbread Family loaf pan, the same size. The name of the company is printed on the pans.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Paleo Fast Food; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kate Evans Scott Page; Review: I am trying to eat less white flour and bread. This is a very easy intro to that. Good easy recipes. Discussed in a comfortable way. Makes you feel that it's easy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: War Party (A John Tall Wolf Novel Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Joseph Flynn Page; Review: Need to write more about this character. He's honest, sexy and smart. He loves his parents. I want more, more, more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riddle of the Diamond Dove (Arkana Archaeology Mystery Thriller Series Book 4) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's N. S. Wikarski Page; Review: This book is the one I liked the least of this series so far. But I will still read because of the story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Into the Jaws of the Lion (Arkana Archaeology Mystery Thriller Series Book 5) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's N. S. Wikarski Page; Review: This is the best in the series, so far! The group is growing up. The Nephilim are getting more disgusting. New Characters are coming into their own.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aeturnum (The Book of Adam 2) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Scott Gelowitz Page; Review: I am on to the third book. Should tell you all you need to know. But also I am sending these to my grandson, Adam. I think he will like them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Palatka Northwest; City: Palatka Florida; Review: This location looks to be a relatively new construction. Easy to get to. Right on Highway 100. Hotel itself is pretty nice. Rooms are clean and beautiful. Common areas also look very nice. Wifi however, is not reliable. Unable to connect at all.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Minneapolis St Paul Roseville; City: Roseville Minnesota; Review: The hotel looks to be recently refurbished and is clean. Staff is nice especially in the lounge area. Walls are not very sound proof. Could hear the bathroom next door. Hallways extremely warm. Signage to find hotel is lacking depending on which direction you are arriving from.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boston Marriott Long Wharf; City: Boston Massachusetts; Review: Boston Marriott Love my Wharf is a very nice hotel in a great location. Water transportation takes off from this wharf - water taxi from Logan International Airport as well as water taxi to USS Constitution. You can also catch boat cruises - including the New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise from here. Hotel is very nice and clean. Staff very friendly. As gold members, we look forward to the concierge lounge. This hotel's lounge is closed on weekends but, the five you 1000 points per night to compensate. Would definitely stay here again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fairfield Inn Suites Indianapolis Downtown; City: Indianapolis Indiana; Review: We only stayed here one night - stop over on our way to Nashville. Hotel is very nice - clean, easy parking and typical Fairfield breakfast included in stay. This Fairfield is connected to a Courtyard, Springhill Suites and JW Marriott as well as a couple of restaurants. Have stayed here before and definitely will again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairfield Inn Suites Charlottesville North; City: Charlottesville Virginia; Review: We stayed here for one night - had we been in the area longer we probably would have switched hotels for the remaining stay. Upon walking into the Fairfield we notice the tile floor was quite dirty. We were very surprised. The carpeting in the common areas was also dirty - I wanted to pull out a vacuum cleaner and vacuum the elevator floor myself. The room was pretty clean but one of the shelves in the shower had debris left on it from old soap or shampoo - glad we didn't see that until the morning - made us question how clean the rest of the room truly was. We didn't bother to stay for the free breakfast - at that point we were ready to check out and leave the property. As Marriott Gold Members, we've stayed at many Marriott properties around the country and this property was just not up to Marriott standards. The hotel staff was friendly but that doesn't make up for the condition of the property.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown; City: Asheville North Carolina; Review: This Hilton Garden Inn was great! Very helpful and friendly staff. Pillar Rooftop is a great spot for drinks and dinner - great view of the Mountains - wish they had more staff though - very busy for one person. Would definitely stay here again when visiting Asheville.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks Kitty Hawk; City: Kitty Hawk Outer Banks North Carolina; Review: This hotel has a great location - right on the water in Kitty Hawk NC. We opted for a room with a balcony and ocean view - great view! Hotel staff was very nice and friendly. Hotel was clean although bathrooms could use some updating. Rooms include a refrigerator, microwave & Keurig which is nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Newark Silicon Valley; City: Newark California; Review: This Courtyard was very clean, staff was very friendly. Hotel location was great for us - right off the highway with shopping and restaurants nearby. We spent some time in San Francisco - about a 30 minute drive from here and spent some time south in Monterey.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Louisville Northeast; City: Louisville Kentucky; Review: We stopped here for the night while driving to North Carolina. Check in with the app was very handy since we were arriving late. Staff was very friendly, hotel was nice and very clean. Hotel was very easy to find. Would definitely stop here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairfield Inn Suites Akron South; City: Green Ohio; Review: Stopped here overnight on a long drive home. Hotel was way to find and very clean. Hotel staff was very friendly. Close to many options for restaurants. We ended up getting pizza to go. We would definitely stay here again when we're in the Akron area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpringHill Suites Chicago O Hare; City: Rosemont Illinois; Review: We stayed here overnight before catching a morning flight out of O'Hare. Hotel was fine - very clean with a friendly staff. Wifi was spotty at best - very slow. Not easy to catch up on work before flying out.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Dalton; City: Dalton Georgia; Review: We stopped here for an overnight stay while driving to Orlando. Very nice Courtyard. The hotel is right off of the Interstate. Very clean and updated rooms. The common areas are very nice as is the hotel staff. We plan to stop again on our way back home. Great choice!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AC Hotel by Marriott Madison Downtown; City: Madison Wisconsin; Review: We stayed here with friends when we came to town for the Badger Game. Great location! Right on the square - our room had a view of the capital, our friends' room had a view of the lake - both great views. The lounge in the 9th floor has amazing views and an outdoor seating area. Rooms are "European Style" - clean lines, no carpeting (nice). Very comfortable room and beds were great. Hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Valet parking $20 - good price for the area. We will definitely be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SpringHill Suites Milwaukee Downtown; City: Milwaukee Wisconsin; Review: Nice hotel - newer and very clean. Staff was very friendly. Wifi is a little spotty. There's a smokehouse restaurant on the bottom floor and the smoke smell is noticeable throughout the hotel - even in our 4th floor room. Could smell it at all times of day. Maybe they need to look into getting a better ventilation system?; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Classic; Brand: David Phelps; Review: David Phelps takes this album with some HUGE arragements, AWESOME vocals, even though he on the vocal band is reserving his high notes a little bit more than when he was younger, In this album we can hear that David Phelps that we love to see... And on the Opera side, the music is just angelical... Love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Days; Brand: Tamela Mann (Author); Review: LOVE IT!!!! Tamela Mann has a blessed voice, and the songs are just powerfull, well mixed... just loved it... I recomend it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Man Like Me; Brand: Wes Hampton; Review: Awesome great songs... specially Find me and Jesus Saves... I recommend it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Freedom; Brand: David Phelps; Review: Great album, like only DP can. The best christian tenor alive on earth. Goosebumps songs, praise songs, lovely melodies. Great Music. Praise God!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blessed Assurance...The New Hymns of Fanny Crosby; Brand: Various; Review: What a great album. I love the fact that its modern, but overall pretty eclectic. You get different geners of great songs. My fav is Israel Houghtons take of In The Blood.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: 32 Oz W.E. Insulated Cold Drink Hospital Mug with Purple Lid; Brand: Whirley Insulated Hospital Mug; Review: No complaints; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bormioli Rocco 3 Pc. Frigoverre Hermetic Jug Set (77oz, 39oz, 22oz); Brand: Bormioli Rocco; Review: These containers are perfect for storing water in the fridge. Easy to clean!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 32 Oz W.E. Insulated Cold Drink Hospital Mug with Red Lid; Brand: Whirley Insulated Hospital Mug; Review: Awesome cup, straw included, no complaints; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Design Toscano Hear-No, See-No, Speak-No Evil Stacked Elephants Collectible Statue, 10 Inch, Polyresin, Full Color; Brand: Design Toscano; Review: If you love elephants, this is a must have! Wonderfully priced, exceptionally crafted! My favorite, recent purchase!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hosley Set of 3 Burlwood Vases. Ideal Gift for Wedding or Special Occasion and for Home Office, Decor, Floor; Brand: Hosley; Review: Very nice just could have done a better job with the seams. Still very nice!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Green Floral Crafts Natural Birch Branches & Star Lilies Combo Pack (Vase Not Included); Brand: Green Floral Crafts; Review: They were carefully packaged and look amazing in my home!! Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Feng Shui Brass Color 6" Elegant Elephant Trunk Statue Wealth Lucky Figurine Home Decor Gift US Seller (14832); Brand: We pay your sales tax; Review: Beautifully, handcrafted!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Inferno (Robert Langdon, #4); Author: Dan Brown; Genres: history, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: i love the idea of the overpopulated earth and to make balance of this planet. I'm not that smart to create a virus that could spread in a minute and everyone is die. ok bye... *flies away*; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen Reasons Why; Author: Jay Asher; Genres: young-adult, thriller, crime, fiction, romance, mystery; Review: Okay first of all the writing is good, nothing wrong with that. but the story is not. I always like the "more than one person dead" story(excuse me, lol) but this one, the reasons of Hannah's decision of suicide aren't not strong. why? because everyone passed that kind of stage in high school and they are now living in dream! I'm not kidding, those who bullied more than Hannah in my school are enjoying success. So this nice writing, overall, is just a story of a whining high schooler complaining that life is hard. peace out! xx *flies away*; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Perfume: The Story of a Murderer; Author: Patrick Suskind; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: Love it so much how all the elements mentioned and combined. Like reading one of alchemy book. Oh! and that ending though...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The English Assassin (Gabriel Allon, #2); Author: Daniel Silva; Genres: thriller, crime, fiction, mystery; Review: Mr Allon with another girl, umm... okay. But, this! This assassin! I love the twist, yes! In the end, the Englishman eventually do the job. Bravo!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: And Then There Were None; Author: Agatha Christie; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: 5 stars? Yes, and YES! Love this one from Agatha Christie. I'm a big fan of detective stories and plot twist *coughs* This one is GOLD; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sterling Silver Toe Ring (925) Love Script, One Size Fits All; Brand: FANTOM JEWELRY; Review: I purchased this as a set of three and love it. I lost my toe rings in the ocean and just love the look and durability of these rings.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TR-123 925 Sterling Silver Heart Toe Ring Unique Style Eternity Heart One Size Fits All; Brand: FANTOM JEWELRY; Review: I lost my toe rings in the ocean and purchased these. I love the look and durability of these rings.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under Armour Marbella III Women's Flip Flops; Brand: ; Review: I loved these sandals. My puppy chewed them and I had to replace them, I am never unhappy with under armor products,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 925 Sterling Silver Toe Rings - Fitted Adjustable One Size Fits All Rings; Brand: FANTOM JEWELRY; Review: I lost my toe rings and bought this. I love the infinity symbol and love how durable this ring is.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under Armour Women's Marbella V Thong Slide Sandal; Brand: ; Review: These sandals are the best! I hate shoes and wear these daily. I feel like I am walking on air. I love under armor products. They have yet to disappoint me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Alice Work Flat; Brand: ; Review: I love crocks but for some reason these were too big on my feet. They did not fit like I hoped.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's Mercy Work Slip Resistant Clog, Great Nursing or Chef Shoe; Brand: ; Review: These crocks were huge! I was so disappointed they did not fit my feet correctly and made a squeaking noise every time I walked.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 4 14K Yellow Gold Tension Earring Backs Lock Tight Nut; Brand: Generic; Review: At first I was deterred by the cost. I am glad I purchased this. I have only real gold earrings and lose backs often. These worked well for my earrings and the keep my cartilage earrings secure. Well worth the cost.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under Armour Women's Marbella V Thong Slide Sandal; Brand: ; Review: My favorite flip flops. I wear them until they wear out. Everyone should wear these. I am glad I can still find them, these particular kind exactly because they are great for after workouts and everything else I do! I hate shoes; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Somerset Vista Ho Chi Minh City; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: These apartments are great, heaps of room. Supermarket and cafes at front of complex. Staff were pleasant. Pool is huge but you share with other hotel. Downside is distance from main area. Some taxi drivers dont know where it is. If you get scammed by taxi driver tell front desk before taxi leaves. Approx 170,000 VND to city area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sapa Paradise View Hotel; City: Sapa Lao Cai Province; Review: Loved this place. We had a room with a magnificent view. David and his staff were of highest standard. They even made us chicken rolls for the train ride back to Hanoi. Location was close to everything including the market. They also offer a one day trek but we didnt do this. Breakfast was good. Highly recommended this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Kabiki; City: Phnom Penh; Review: We stayed as a couple for 2 nights. Rooms were very spacious, beds were huge and comfy. Staff were very friendly and attentive. We loved the setting, felt very tropical. Great location. Downside was breakfast, very minimal, set menu. Overall a nice place to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Suisse Hotel; City: Nha Trang Khanh Hoa Province; Review: We stayed here for 2 nights. Great location. Breakfast ok. Staff friendly enough. Both nights the hotel next door played music until around 4am. We complained but nothing was done. I ended becoming ill after staying here and think it was from getting no sleep; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deevana Plaza Phuket Patong; City: Patong Kathu Phuket; Review: This was our second time at this motel. Great location with walking distance to most attractions in Patong. Breakfast was good but we did miss the chocolate croissants we had last time. Staff were friendly, english not the greatest but we got there. Rooms are comfortable. Pool and swim up bar are great. We had an issue will we were there but it was sorted by the staff once we spoke to them. Would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort; City: Sepang Sepang District Selangor; Review: Stayed at the resort for 7 nights. Loved the villas. Staff very friendly and helpful. Very relaxing place. Pool good but very crowded at times. Loved the Chinese restaurant. Had the balcony dinner with own chef - food was awesome. I celebrated my birthday with the staff organising the band to sing happy birthday to me and presenting me with a lovely cake. We had a problem at the start of the stay but the staff were very attentive and dealt with it straight away. Enjoyed riding the bikes around. Only downside for us was the food/beveridges were very expensive.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sands Khao Lak by Katathani; City: Khao Lak Phang Nga Province; Review: This place was awesome. Had a great time. Loved happy hour, the pools, the rooms and most of all the very friendly staff. We got a luxury escapes deal which we will be looking for again. Great area for the kids too. Highly recommended and we will definitely be back. Thanks Sands for an awesome holiday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Amazon Kindle Fire HD Standing Polyurethane Origami Case (only fit 3rd generation), Mineral Black; Brand: Amazon; Review: The on/off button always gets hit and your kindle will be on and you don't know. Other wis. It is nice.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sony BDP-S1100 Blu-ray Disc Player (Certified Refurbished); Brand: Sony; Review: The unit I received played Blue Ray, but failed to play DVD. Amazon's return policy is outstanding as they paid to ship it back and gave us credit.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: TFY Universal Car Headrest Mount Holder for Portable DVD Player; Brand: TFY; Review: love this!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hosa CPP-202 Dual 1/4" TS to Dual 1/4" TS Stereo Interconnect Cable, 2 Meters; Brand: Hosa; Review: Work as expected!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hosa CPP-204 Dual 1/4" TS to Dual 1/4" TS Stereo Interconnect Cable, 4 Meters; Brand: Hosa; Review: Work as expected!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Box G1W Original Dashboard Dash Cam - Full HD 1080P H.264; Brand: Black Box; Review: I purchased this unit Nov. 29th 2016. Today it is Jan. 27th 2017 and the unit has died the same death that I have read in other reviews. It worked great up to this point. Easy to operate, great video, but definitely not worth the money if the duration of use is so minimal.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: GJT T161; Brand: GJT; Review: Picture quality is just ok. Ease of use was poor.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: HP 630797-001 Speakers - HP LCD speakers; Brand: hp; Review: When I received these I actually laughed at how small and had decided I would probably be sending them back. My husband decided to go ahead and hook them up. For such little speakers they are really great. I would like a volume control on the actual speaker, but nothing that you can't do from the computer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Reversing Chronic Pain: A 10-Point All-Natural Plan for Lasting Relief; Author: Visit Amazon's Maggie Phillips Page; Review: My wife Has read it. The Book was purchased for her she said it was full of great information and has helped her tremendously. And would recommend it to anyone trying to deal with pain Issues. Mark; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unlock the Power of Your Chromecast; Author: Visit Amazon's Aaron Halbert Page; Review: Would recomend to anyone that wants to learn more about Chromecast to get the best bang for there money. Thank you; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Smokin' with Myron Mixon: Recipes Made Simple, from the Winningest Man in Barbecue: A Cookbook; Author: Visit Amazon's Myron Mixon Page; Review: outstanding service great product and love the easyness of use and the recipes and sauces, just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Herbs for Long-Lasting Health: How to Make and Use Herbal Remedies for Lifelong Vitality (Storey Basics); Author: Visit Amazon's Rosemary Gladstar Page; Review: outstanding service great product and love the book great information just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbecue! Bible Sauces, Rubs, and Marinades, Bastes, Butters, and Glazes; Author: Visit Amazon's Steven Raichlen Page; Review: outstanding service great product and love the easyness of use and information just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: French Verbs (Quick Study Academic); Author: Liliane Arnet; Review: outstanding service great product and love the easyness of use and information just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lymphatic System (Quick Study Academic); Author: Visit Amazon's Inc. BarCharts Page; Review: outstanding service great product and love the easyness of use and information just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rainbow HAND Reflexology/ Acupressure Massage Chart, by Inner Light Resources; Author: Visit Amazon's Yshkeyna Hamilla Page; Review: outstanding service great product and love the easyness of use and information just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rainbow FOOT Reflexology/ Acupressure Massage Chart, by Inner Light Resources; Author: Yshkeyna Hamilla M.A; Review: outstanding service great product and love the easyness of use just a all round great product would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vitamins & Minerals (Quick Study Health); Author: Visit Amazon's Inc. BarCharts Page; Review: Great product and source of information would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Herbal Therapy (Quick Study: Health); Author: Visit Amazon's Lynne Dunphy Page; Review: Great Information would recommend to anyone Thank you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aromatherapy (Quick Study Health); Author: Inc. BarCharts; Review: Excellent information and a great source to reference to. thanks again; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Mules for Sister Sara; Author: Clint Ddmc 20549 Eastwood; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Healing Oils of the Bible; Author: Visit Amazon's David Stewart Page; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The One-Minute Cure: The Secret to Healing Virtually All Diseases; Author: Visit Amazon's Madison Cavanaugh Page; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leisureguy's Guide to Gourmet Shaving - Fifth Edition: Shaving Made Enjoyable; Author: Michael Ham; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ultimate Deep Fryer Recipe Collection; Author: Visit Amazon's Kitchen Kreations Page; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harvesting H2o: A prepper's guide to the collection, treatment, and storage of drinking water while living off the grid.; Author: Visit Amazon's Nicholas Hyde Page; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Food Storage: Preserving Meat, Dairy, and Eggs; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Gregersen Page; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dental Herbalism: Natural Therapies for the Mouth; Author: Leslie M. Alexander Ph.D. RH(AHG); Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Essential Oils Handbook: All the Oils You Will Ever Need for Health, Vitality and Well-Being; Author: Jennie Harding; Review: Great Product and service would recommend to anyone. Thank U; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ultimate Dehydrator Cookbook: The Complete Guide to Drying Food, Plus 398 Recipes, Including Making Jerky, Fruit Leather; Author: Visit Amazon's Tammy Gangloff Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunday Sauce: When Italian-Americans Cook; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel Bellino-Zwicke Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Soap Making for Beginners: Proven Secrets to Making All Natural Homemade Soaps that Will; Author: Visit Amazon's Jessica Jacobs Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Top 50 Most Delicious Empanada Recipes (Recipe Top 50's) (Volume 30); Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Hatfield Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Illustrated Guide to Edible Wild Plants; Author: Department of the Army; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prepper's Cookbook: 300 Recipes to Turn Your Emergency Food into Nutritious, Delicious, Life-Saving Meals; Author: Visit Amazon's Tess Pennington Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fast And Easy Cabbage Recipes: An Guide To An Healthy And Natural Diet (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Anela T. Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 Best Homemade Soap Recipes - Kindle edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Kate Hilton Page; Review: Great Book love it would recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Betrayed: Days of the Rogue (Law of the Lycans); Author: Visit Amazon's Nicky Charles Page; Review: I absolutely love this series. Cant wait for more, the best part is how all the books flow together. I emailed Nicky Charles and actually got a response back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Finding (The Law of the Lycans); Author: Visit Amazon's Nicky Charles Page; Review: I absolutely love this series. Cant wait for more, the best part is how all the books flow together. I emailed Nicky Charles and actually got a response back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mating: The Original Law of the Lycans story; Author: Visit Amazon's Nicky Charles Page; Review: I absolutely love this series. Cant wait for more, the best part is how all the books flow together. I emailed Nicky Charles and actually got a response back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bonded (Law of the Lycans) (Volume 4); Author: Visit Amazon's Nicky Charles Page; Review: I absolutely love this series. Cant wait for more, the best part is how all the books flow together. I emailed Nicky Charles and actually got a response back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Keeping (Law of the Lycans) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Nicky Charles Page; Review: I absolutely love this series. Cant wait for more, the best part is how all the books flow together. I emailed Nicky Charles and actually got a response back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stained: Stained Series (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Ella James Page; Review: Good read, great for your teen and older alike. Kept me interested and ready for more. Would have read in one day had the family allowed it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Victorinox Cutlery 6-Piece 4-1/2-Inch Wavy Edge with Round Tip Steak Knife Set, Black; Brand: Victorinox; Review: I purchased one of these a while back as a utility knife - it has kept its edge and has earned its spot as my go-to everyday cut-up knife since then. I miss it when it's in the dishwasher. Now I don't have that problem after adding 6 more! I'm not sure I would use as a table or steak knife for my guests, but for what I use them for they are the best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UberChef Stainless Steel Garlic Press and Peeler Set; Brand: UberChef; Review: Gets the jog done - no complaints.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GGI 1 Pack Inflatable Buffet and Salad Bar; Brand: GGI INTERNATIONAL; Review: handy device, but extremely difficult to inflate - I use the outer cylinder from an old 'BIC' style pen to help inflate it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Neato Robotics Botvac D Series D75 Robot Vacuum Cleaner; Brand: Neato Robotics; Review: 4 Neato vacs in out family. All died shortly after one year. They are interesting to watch, but these are an expensive way to keep the dust and lint off your floor (at $300/year) and are not nearly as effective as a 'real' vacuum. I'm going to get some exercise and push my Dyson around from now on. Customer service is lacking.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Secura The Original Stainless Steel Double Wall Electric Water Kettle 1.8 Quart (Black); Brand: Secura; Review: Wife consumes tea all day long. She loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Tambo del Inka a Luxury Collection Resort Spa Valle Sagrado; City: Urubamba Sacred Valley Cusc; Review: Just spent a couple of days at the Tambo Del Inca as a family and found it to be a great experience. What strikes you first as you as you get through the entrance hall is the warmth of the lobby, the beautiful interior design, striking. The garden is worth a morning stroll as well, beautifully manicured and bordering the Urubamba river Service was impeccable, we also had a suite that opened on the garden and found it to be very nice. The food was fresh, organic, full of flavours and delicious (like many places in Peru) and for approx 100 US for the 4 of us including the famous Pisco sour and wine, I found it to be reasonable. All in all the best hotel we have stayed in so far on this trip.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Sivoliere; City: Courchevel Savoie Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: Everything was very good but you could see it was the beginning of the season and the personel still need to work as a team. They move around chic in black but there are a lot of them and sometime they could be a little more efficient. But they are certainly trying very hard. Having tried quite a few high end places in Courchevel I would recommend La Sivoliere for its small size and homely feeling, excellent and well balanced food and very kid friendly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Garden Court Hotel; City: Palo Alto California; Review: We come regularly to Palo Alto and try and stay every time at the Garden Court. The service is excellent. Travelling from Europe we are often up early and really appreciate the coffee, tea and pastry buffet laid up in the corridors very early. Also the room are very comfortable good mattress, soft sheets, elegant bathrooms...if you are peckish you have the excellent Italian restaurant downstairs and the guys for the valet service are always very happy to help with a smile ! The garden court is an excellent base whether for business or pleasure; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Park Hyatt Tokyo; City: Nishishinjuku Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: A delicate and luxurious oasis in Tokyo. The hotel is very elegant and has a beautiful interior design. From the outside it looks like an office block but as soon as you walk through the lobby you are charmed by the beautiful art (bronze) and the timeless design. Excellent 20 m pool on the 47th floor with 360 view on Tokyo, perfect to watch the sun rise ! Great restaurants (3 of them French, New York grill - from The film lost in translation - nice jazz band in the evening and Japanese) A real treat, we really felt at Home after a couple of days ! Highly recommended; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: L Aubrac; City: Laguiole Aveyron Occitanie; Review: As other travellers have remarked the hotel rooms are not fancy but clean and strong showers. The service is very friendly and dedicated to make you feel welcome. I would advise eating in the restaurant as the "Aligot" is definitely one of the best I have tasted, all products are local and home made and I absolutely loved the homemade cakes served at breakfast. Superbly located in the middle of the village I would recommend as a nice, authentic overnight stop if you are exploring the region; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Creating with Concrete: Yard Art, Sculpture and Garden Projects; Author: Sherri Warner Hunter; Review: great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Listen When God Is Speaking: A Guide for Modern-Day Catholics; Author: Visit Amazon's Mitch Pacwa Page; Review: Love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garden Mosaics; Author: Visit Amazon's Becky Paton Page; Review: great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Practice of Healing Prayer: A How-To Guide for Catholics; Author: Francis Macnutt; Review: great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Facing Adversity with Grace: Lessons from the Saints; Author: Visit Amazon's Woodeene Koenig-Bricker Page; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The End of Alzheimer's: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline; Author: Visit Amazon's Dale Bredesen Page; Review: Excellent information; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. 3000 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: UTG Heavy Duty Elite Law Enforcement Pistol Belt with Dual Mag Pouches; Brand: UTG; Review: This product holds my fnx .45 double stack mags very well. I'm size 30 and it has about 2" left for smaller waist; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CONDOR Tactical Leg Holster; Brand: CONDOR; Review: My fnx .45 fits excellent in this. Takes a wider frame. 1" frame fits great; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beileshi Red Dot Laser Sight Tactical 20mm Standard Weaver Rail for Pistol Gun Rifle; Brand: Beileshi; Review: I like the setup. the switch is in great position for lightning aqusition. great for airsoft. not for actual recoil. doesn't fit snug only 1 lockscrew. threads are weak. too weak. back plate is loose and pops right off losing all internals. adj. screws are nowhere near precise for zero. 1/8" gap between rail and laser.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beileshi Tactical Red Laser Beam Dot Sight Scope for Pistol/handgun Picatinny Rail Mount Hunting with Button Cells; Brand: Beileshi; Review: I love this laser straight outta the package cuz it's built smart and seems durable.adj screws are great length and a great fit on all my firearms. love my new lasers they look cool and function properly so far. (pre-shooting). laser is bright and has great distance. mounted on benelli nova and on 1911. Thank you Beileshi! very happy with these. great customer service/care and fast shipping. recommend for every 1; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pinemeadow Wedge; Brand: Pinemeadow Golf; Review: 68 wedge: phenomenal club. smooth strike required. beautiful loft. fits great with my 52 & 60 wedges also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ade Advanced Optics Tactical 1" Compact Weaver-picatinny High Profile See Through Riser Rail Riflescope Sight; Brand: Ade Advanced Optics; Review: Sturdy, locks tight, hold 308 recoil!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TACFUN Picatinny Style 45 Degree 4 Slots Offset Angle Rail Mount for Flashlight, Sight, RED Laser; Brand: TACFUN; Review: Works great! Stays tight and functions well; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ledsniper3-in-1 Combo 6-24x50 Eg Optical Rifle Scope Mil-dot Dual Illuminated w/ Side Rails & Mount; Brand: Ledsniper; Review: Very nice set up! Quick and easy set up well worth the price! Mounted on 308 and hold zero, holographic sight is super and the laser works awesome as well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Around the World in 80 Days (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Brothers (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thunderbirds (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Bug's Life (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Emperor's New Groove (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Aristocats (1970); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mulan: Special Edition (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin: Platinum Edition (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King 1 1/2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Space Jam (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Island of the Sharks: IMAX (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Sharkboy & Lavagirl (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit in Three Amazing Adventures (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Apartamentos Vigilia Park; City: Puerto de Santiago Tenerife Canary Islands; Review: My partner and another couple stayed at this hotel in November 2010. We were looking for a cheap getaway from freezing England, and that's what we got. I think the transfer was something like 2-3 hours from the airport and we got in around 2am. The reception was closed but they had a security guard on duty. He didn't speak much English and we don't speak much Spanish but we managed to explain ourselves somehow. We had to leave our passports at reception until the morning when we could collect them. I was abit nervous about it but as it turned out fine. Our rooms were on the 3rd floor and had a small balcony that looked out across the street. I can understand that some people might be disappointed by this but it really wasn't much of a problem for us we still had room for all 4 of us to sit out and enjoy our meals. The rooms were lovely and spacious and the little kitchen area had everything we needed in it. We didn't see any cockroaches the whole time we were there and the cleaners were lovely and friendly. Reception staff were also very friendly and helpful. We wanted to go down to the water park just outside Playa de las Américas and they told us which bus to get how much it would be and where it stopped etc. We loved the roof top pool, absolutely amazing views and great little pool (although freezing) They also have a pool on the ground floor which we didn't go to much, but this one was heated if that's something you prefer. All in all i would totally come here again, its exactly what we were looking for, really relaxing and a good price. The only complaint i have is that there isn't any air conditioning or at least not in our rooms. Both bedrooms had ceiling fans but i personally didn't find them very effective but you get what you pay for. As for the surrounding area it was just what we wanted, nice and quiet with the option to go to a few bars and restaurants if you should wish. A couple of black beaches nearby that were very pleasant. I would defiantly go here again and would recommend it to anyone looking for something relaxing and quiet. I understand some people complained about the noise from the shops below, I personally didn't experience any issues with this.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Budget Backpackers; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: I've stayed at this hostel four times. Usually in the 1st/2nd week of the Edinburgh festival. As others have mentioned the location of this hostel is great. My friends and I have always found it to be clean with a friendly atmosphere. Just a general overview of the place: Large lockers for your luggage are available if you arrive early or if your leaving later than check out. Just ask at reception. On the top floor they have a lovely chill out area with massive sofas with a TV and books. There are lots of bathroom dotted around on each floor which is good, they've always been very clean in my experience. I've popped in to look at the kitchens but never personally used them. At reception there's a couple of computers with Internet access and wifi available, although i found it to be a bit slow so i usually went to Biddys (pub) at the Grassmarket which is free. We always stayed in an 8 bed dorm usually overlooking Cowgate so you could get a lot of noise, but hey its the festival its bound to be noisy so we always brought ear plugs and i would recommend if your a light sleeper to bring some. There are lockers in your room, they don't come with locks so bring one if your sharing a room. If your looking for a budget, clean and friendly hostel that's central, this is the place to be and i would recommend it to anyone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Budget Birmingham Airport NEC; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: Etap hotel Birmingham Our flight came in at 1.20am on a Sunday morning, meaning there were no trains back until 9am. Originally we had planned to stay at the airport until nearer 9am but the flight was so tiring, my partner persuaded me in my grumpy tired mood to book a room for the night. There are a couple near the airport but we chose Etap. I've never stayed at an Etap before but was pleasantly surprised by it. The room cost £37 for one night and it was the best £37 I've ever spent! The room was just your average budget room, with a double bed but with a single bed above (bunk bed) which id never seen before. It had a TV a small sink, shower and toilet. The beds were a little hard but i usually prefer this and slept like a dream! There was some noise from the window which at first we thought was the monorail thing but on further inspection the window wasn't completely shut so the air was producing a whirling noise, as soon as it was shut proper there wasn't a peep! The shower was hot and powerful and the TV had good reception. In all i couldn't fault it for a one night stop off and I'm glad i did it because i hadn't quite realised how much i needed the sleep.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ayhan Apartments; City: Marmaris Marmaris District Mugla Province Turkish Aegean Coast; Review: Me and my partner stayed here in the middle of June for 1 week. We arrived just after 1.30am and were helped by the staff to carry our cases to reception. We were quickly checked in and asked to leave our passports at reception until the morning (this is normal for check in at Turkish Hotels). At reception you can pay for air con and safety deposit boxes (safes are £5 per week) which are located at reception. We bought air con for the full week which came to £25 which i understand is the average/normal price for air con in most hotels and were handed a remote control for it. We were then shown to the lift (thank god because we had a lot of cases!) Our room was on the 3rd floor (Room 304) the room was spotless and just from those first few moments there we realised, it was also quiet which was very nice. The air con, in our room at least, was located in the living area and at first we thought this might be a problem and weren't sure how effective it would be in the bedroom but as it turned out it was a very effective unit and we often had to turn it right down or even off so we didn't get too chilly. The living area had a pull out sofa bed (if you should need it) there was a little table, a two ringed electric plate, Kettle and extractor fan. There were lots of little kitchen appliances, cheese grater, bottle opener etc which was great for us as we planned to do quite a bit of cooking. The bedroom had two singles which we pushed together. There was also a telephone, mirror and side tables in the room. The bathroom had the usual facilities but i have to the say the shower was lovely and powerful and always hot when we needed to use it which makes a great change. There was also a large balcony with plastic chairs and table looking out to a few residential apartments. We personally didn't mind not looking over the pool as we felt our view was just as nice looking over the lovely flowering plants across the road. Outside is a small children's pool and a larger adults pool. The water isn't heated, but frankly when its 40 degrees outside why would you want it to be! There were lots of sun loungers and a couple were in the shade near the kids pool which was preferred by a family with a small child. The rest of the sun lounger area got the sun all day and there were always plenty of them.. All in all i loved these apartments, the staff were friendly and incredibly helpful but not at all pushy about eating in the restaurant or purchasing their drinks. We did however buy some drinks at the bar, at the time certain cocktails were 5.50 tl which weren't bad as they were nice and strong. The food there is also very nice and; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Helaina; City: Scarborough Scarborough District North Yorkshire England; Review: Me and my partner stayed here for my birthday March 2010. Our room was quite small but very clean with a lovely view of the sea and a modern on-suite bathroom and the bed was really comfy. There is space on the front to park your car and when you check in you will be given a scratchcard style parking permit which is really handy as it would seem much of Scarborough is permit only. The breakfasts were delicious, you had an option of Continental, fry up and cereals etc and really filled you up for the day. The location is great, the castle and the main harbour are a short walk away. I would recommend this to anyone and would love to stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Stassi Schroeder Reveals She and Fiance Are 'Too Busy' to Hook Up; Abstract: Stassi Schroeder Reveals She and Fiance Are 'Too Busy' to Hook Up; Category: tv
Title: Md. State Trooper's Social Media Reminder For 'Move Over' Law Goes Viral; Abstract: A Maryland state trooper's Facebook showing three damaged squad cars hit by drivers not following the 'move over' law is going viral.; Category: news
Title: Mad About You Star Helen Hunt Taken to Hospital After Car Is T-Boned and Rolls Over in Accident; Abstract: Helen Hunt Rushed to Hospital After Car Gets T-Boned in Accident; Category: tv
Title: Missing Minnesota boy, 6, and his dog, found in cornfield by drone with thermal camera; Abstract: A missing 6-year-old boy from Minnesota and his dog were found Wednesday after hundreds of volunteers including one who used his own drone with a thermal camera searched for him for hours.; Category: news
Title: See Every Amazing Throwback Photo Kim Kardashian Has Shared with the World; Abstract: Every Amazing Kim Kardashian Throwback Photo Shared by the Star Herself; Category: tv
Title: After Wedding Dress Reunion, Owner Says She Doesn't Plan To Keep It; Abstract: It has been weeks in the making, and now a Jefferson County woman has officially reunited a lost wedding dress with a grateful bride.; Category: news
Title: This Bride's BFFs Surprised Her With A Gigantic Chicken Nugget Bouquet In The Middle Of Her Wedding; Abstract: This might be my dream wedding.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: She's 83 and might get kicked out of her apartment. Among her violations: Taking too many cookies.; Abstract: Elsie Cruey moved into a Fairfax apartment complex for people age 62 and older last year. She has been told she must vacate by Thursday.; Category: news
Title: Jennifer Aniston on why she joined Instagram: 'I'm just trying to build content'; Abstract: Jennifer Aniston visited Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Wednesday to promote her new Apple series The Morning Show. And while she was there she also talked about her record breaking new Instagram account. As of last night's broadcast, Aniston's account had garnered over 11 million followers in less than two days. She set a new world record, racking up a her first million followers 29 minutes faster than the previous record holders Prince Harry and Megan Markle. While this is her first official instagram account it wasn't her first time on IG. Aniston admitted that she had a fake account prior to making things official. "It was a stalker account," said Aniston, "When I was thinking about doing this, I sort of figured it was time to kind of understand the world and dip my toe into the social media pool." When asked why she joined Insta, Aniston replied, "I don't know." She also revealed that she does look at other people's Instagram posts. She said, "I'm just trying to build content, as they say."; Category: video
Title: Kylie Jenner Agrees to Let Ariana Grande Sample Her Viral 'Rise and Shine' Lyric; Abstract: The 22-year-old makeup mogul's vocal ability has taken the world by storm(i).; Category: music
Title: Savannah Chrisley's Fiancé Nic Kerdiles Denies Breakup Rumors; Abstract: The two recently sparked the rumors after she posted photos not showing her wearing her engagement ring, and after she debuted a shorter haircut.; Category: tv
Title: Liam Hemsworth moves on from Miley Cyrus with Australian 'Dynasty' actress, plus more celeb love life news for mid-October 2019; Abstract: Bella and The Weeknd spark reconciliation rumors, JWoww dumps boyfriend after he gets handsy with Angelina, Teresa faces new cheating allegations and more!; Category: entertainment
Title: Bachelor Colton Underwood Calls Out Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay's 'Hypocrisy over the Last Year'; Abstract: Colton Underwood Calls Out Rachel Lindsay's 'Hypocrisy'; Category: tv
Title: Aubrey O'Day Responded to Critics Who Say Plastic Surgery Has Dramatically Changed Her Appearance; Abstract: "I look in the mirror. I know what I look like," the 35-year-old singer says. "I love me! I'm the happiest I've ever been."; Category: health
Title: Duchess Meghan Describes 'Really Challenging' Life as New Royal: I'm Not OK; Abstract: Duchess Meghan Describes 'Really Challenging' Life as New Royal: I'm Not OK; Category: lifestyle
Title: Exclusive: Hunter Biden on getting married after 6 days and why rehab is 'courageous'; Abstract: Hunter Biden was not alone when he stepped out of the shadows in his first broadcast interview since drawing the ire of President Donald Trump.; Category: news
Title: See Stormi Webster's Adorable Reaction to Kylie Jenner's "Rise and Shine" Song; Abstract: Watch as the E! star plays the viral tune for her daughter; Category: tv
Title: Prince Harry acknowledges tensions with William in ITV interview; Abstract: Britain's Prince Harry has acknowledged tensions with his older brother Prince William for the first time, saying they are on "different paths."; Category: lifestyle
Title: 98 Easy Fall Crafts You Can Do Right Now; Abstract: Pine cones, pumpkins, burlap and more! These are our favorite fall crafts you can DIY today.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Sharon Osbourne Admits She 'Can Hardly Feel' Her Mouth After New Facelift; Abstract: Sharon Osbourne Admits She 'Can Hardly Feel' Mouth After Facelift; Category: tv
Title: Zooey Deschanel's Estranged Husband Jacob Pechenik Files for Divorce; Abstract: The couple announced their separation in September.; Category: tv
Title: Vanna White Says Wheel of Fortune Fans Helped Her Cope After Tragic Death of Her Fiancé; Abstract: Vanna White Says Wheel of Fortune Fans Helped Her Cope With the Tragic Plane Crash Death of Her Fiancé; Category: tv
Title: Angelina Jolie opens up about how her mom's breast cancer affected her; Abstract: The Oscar-winning actress made certain "medical choices" in the hopes of living longer than her mother and grandmother, who both died from the disease.; Category: health
Title: Woman who made it on Delta flight without a ticket or boarding pass says 'it's not my fault'; Abstract: The woman who managed to board a Delta flight out of Orlando insists that she bought a ticket at a kiosk, accidentally chucked her boarding pass on her way to the plane, and was let through all the screening checkpoints with just a selfie on her phone. "It's their fault," she told WKMG-TV on Tuesday. "This is not my fault." She said she does not have a driver's license so could not show that as ID. But officials searching garbage bins for 45...; Category: travel
Title: Kelly Clarkson Doesn't Mind Being Mistaken for Carrie Underwood; Abstract: Kelly Clarkson Doesn't Mind Being Mistaken for Carrie Underwood; Category: music
Title: Judge: Brad Pitt, others can be sued over New Orleans homes; Abstract: The Times-Picayune/ The New Orleans Advocate reports Pitt and other foundation directors asked the court to remove them from the lawsuit, saying they weren't personally responsible for the construction.; Category: movies
Title: Help! My Sister Called Off Her Wedding and Is Furious I'm Going on Her Honeymoon.; Abstract: I bought her the trip to Hawaii. Why shouldn't I go instead?; Category: lifestyle
Title: Wendy Williams has no sympathy for Duchess Meghan; Abstract: The talk show host lashed out at Meghan following her confession that she's struggling to cope with royal life: 'Meghan, nobody feels sorry for you.'; Category: tv
Title: This Mom Had a Hilarious Response to a Man Who Told Her to 'Cover Up' While Breastfeeding in Public; Abstract: She did exactly what he asked.; Category: health
Title: A couple's attempt to re-create a picture-perfect engagement photo with a bottle of Champagne totally backfired, but the result is going viral; Abstract: Alyssa Snodsmith, 24, and Collin Hewett, 23, shared their failed attempt to recreate a Pinterest picture for their engagement photo.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Watch Miranda Lambert Invite a Little Girl On Stage Who 'Stole' Her Heart; Abstract: The girl's mother thanked Lambert for raining attention on her daughter Remi during the show on Saturday night.; Category: music
Title: Kourtney Kardashian Defends Son Reign's Long Hair: He Is 'Happy'; Abstract: Kourtney Kardashian Defends Son Reign's Long Hair: He Is 'Happy'; Category: tv
Title: AMBER Alert Issued For 14-Year-Old Virginia Teen Isabel Shae Hicks; Abstract: Authorities believe Isabel Shae Hicks may have been taken by 33-year-old Bruce Lynch.; Category: news
Title: Jennifer Aniston and Ellen DeGeneres Share a Pleasant TV Kiss: 'You Have Such Soft Lips'; Abstract: Jennifer Aniston and Ellen DeGeneres Kiss on Her Show; Category: tv
Title: Multiple Houses on Fire After Plane Crashes in NJ; Abstract: At least two houses are on fire in Colonia, New Jersey, after a plane crash, according to the Colonia Fire Department. A Cessna 414 crashed into a home on Berkley Avenue at 11 a.m. Tuesday, according to the FAA. The FAA will conduct an investigation into the cause of the crash. The number of people aboard and their conditions are unknown. The area is a heavy residential area with tree-lined streets. News 4's Dennis Protsko, who is part of the...; Category: news
Title: Caretaker vanishes with patient; more victims found; Abstract: A 59-year-old woman remains missing and police believe they've found several more victims of a caretaker in Gwinnett County. Back on October 11, 11Alive reported that Gwinnett County police were looking for 59-year-old Linda Kimble and her caretaker, Kishia Mitchell. According to police, Kimble's daughter claimed that Mitchell had refused to let her see or talk to her mother. The daughter said she decided to drive to an address where she had...; Category: news
Title: Meghan Markle Personally Calls British Politician to Thank Her for Orchestrating Letter of 'Solidarity'; Abstract: The Duchess of Sussex thanked the British female MP for supporting her amid media scrutiny.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Nashville babysitter accused of raping 12-year-old boy; Abstract: Metro Nashville police this week arrested a woman and charged her with raping a 12-year-old boy she babysat earlier this month.; Category: news
Title: Kylie Jenner Throws Dinner for Caitlyn Jenner's 70th Birthday See Which Kardashians Attended; Abstract: Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian Attend Caitlyn Jenner's Birthday Dinner; Category: tv
Title: Martin worries about amputation after breaking right leg; Abstract: Casey Martin's worst fear was realized earlier this month when he stepped awkwardly off a curb and fractured his right tibia.; Category: sports
Title: Affidavit: Woman arrested for leaving her child alone at hospital; Abstract: A San Antonio woman has been arrested for abandoning her children at a local hospital, court records show. Chaunize Simmons, 30, is charged with abandoning a child after she left her child at a local hospital. Simmons was at the hospital because her 5-year-old was receiving treatment. She then told the nursing staff she was going to leave her 8-year-old child there because she had to go to work, an affidavit said. FIND OUT FIRST: Get San Antonio...; Category: news
Title: Christina Anstead's Anniversary to Ant Proves Life "Has a Funny Way" of Working Out; Abstract: Flip or Flop's Christina Anstead celebrates a special anniversary with Ant Anstead. The couple got married in a secret ceremony and have a baby together.; Category: tv
Title: Ellen Scares Halsey Into Confirming Relationship With Evan Peters: Watch; Abstract: It's official: Halsey and Evan Peters are dating, as the singer confirmed once Ellen DeGeneres gave her a good scare.; Category: music
Title: This Foster Kitten Smiling for a Photo Will Make Your Friday; Abstract: Blossom the cat clearly loves her new foster family. Photos of the kitten smiling for the camera have gone viral and melted hearts everywhere.; Category: lifestyle
Title: What Tom Brady, Lamar Jackson Told Each Other After Patriots-Ravens; Abstract: Tom Brady offered credit where it was due Sunday night in Baltimore. The Ravens handed Brady and the Patriots their first loss of the season in Week at M amp T Bank Stadium. The primetime; Category: sports
Title: Felicity Huffman Smiles as She Begins Community Service Following Prison Release; Abstract: The 56-year-old actress was released from prison last month.; Category: news
Title: Kaitlynn Carter Recalls Falling in Love With Miley Cyrus in Candid Essay; Abstract: The reality TV star reflects on their romance in a piece for Elle. She also writes, ''I still don't feel like I'm in a place to label my sexuality one way or another, but I'm okay with that.''; Category: tv
Title: Kim Kardashian West says she's gained 18 pounds in the past year; Abstract: The reality TV star is determined to whip herself back into shape.; Category: health
Title: Rainbow Baby! Shawn Johnson, Andrew East Welcome 1st Child After Miscarriage; Abstract: Rainbow Baby! Shawn Johnson, Andrew East Welcome 1st Child After Miscarriage; Category: tv
Title: Princess Charlotte Looks Identical to Her Cousin Lady Kitty Spencer as a Kid; Abstract: Princess Charlotte may get her sassy attitude from her uncle Prince Harry, but her looks come directly from her cousin Lady Kitty Spencer.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Tom Brady explains why he's angry at this point in the football season; Abstract: New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady wasn't happy on Monday morning. That much was clear when he logged on for his call with WEEI sports radio. But he wasn't sad, even if he sounded a little down after his team's 37-20 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night. "I'm more angry. I'm just an angry football I'm like an angry during football season. It's always kind of at a boil just below boil. It doesn't take much to push me over the...; Category: sports
Title: Kate & Meghan Head to Separate Events in Gorgeous Blue Outfits; Abstract: Kate wore sapphire earrings that belonged to Diana.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Kanye West Gets Ridiculed for Serving Sad, Soggy Pancakes at Expensive "Brunchella"; Abstract: On November 1, some who attended "Brunchella," a Kanye West performance in Louisiana, paid $55 for a brunch add-on and they were not happy with the results.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Bill Polian admits he was wrong about moving Lamar Jackson to WR; Abstract: It's harder to believe with each passing day, but there was a prominent school of thought that believed Lamar Jackson would be best as a wide receiver in the NFL, not a quarterback.; Category: sports
Title: A wave crashed over a couple during their beach wedding photo shoot, and now the stunning picture is going viral; Abstract: The couple, who say they met on Tinder, told Insider they would do the photo shoot "all over again in a heartbeat."; Category: lifestyle
Title: Reality television star Kevin O'Leary and his wife were sued Wednesday for wrongful deaths in a boat crash in Canada's backwoods.; Abstract: Reality TV star Kevin O'Leary and his wife were sued Wednesday over an August boat crash in Canada's backwoods that killed two people and seriously injured three.; Category: tv
Title: Justin Theroux Reaches Out to Ex Jennifer Aniston on Instagram for a Good Cause; Abstract: The 'Morning Show' star went on to like her ex's post.; Category: movies
Title: A man dies in Hawaii after falling into a lava tube in his yard; Abstract: An elderly man died after falling into a lava tube on his property in Hilo, Hawaii, police announced on Wednesday.; Category: news
Title: Carrie Underwood Praises Miranda Lambert as 'Super Supportive': 'We Lift Each Other Up'; Abstract: Carrie Underwood Praises Miranda Lambert as 'Super Supportive'; Category: music | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Tres Cruces; City: Montevideo Montevideo Department; Review: Was apprehensive at first, next to a bus station, but quite suprised and pleased. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the room was VERY clean, and the breakfasts were filling. It is a bit of a walk to the port, but a cab will run you about U$D 5.00. We took in a Murga evening across the street, and wound up returning to the hotel about 0500 AM. Having a shopping center across the street is very convienent, as well as a cambio (exchange), and a food court. Good value, will stay again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quinua Villa Boutique; City: Cusco Cusco Region; Review: My wife and I arrived at night after the return train/bus trip from Machu Picchu only to find MORE steps up to the Pasaje. Every place here is uphill in both directions. When we got to the discreet location, we were greeted by a very pleasant and welcoming host who led us into our apart/room. Wow. Very nice setup. Everything was either new or in pristine condition at the apartment. The accommodations were like an apartment you would love to have in SoHo (NYC). As Travellingbatches stated, the bed is not for the tall folks as most in Peru are quite compact, but the hosts are VERY attentive to the needs of the guest, so they make the stay work for you. Outside the hotel, the Pasaje (a street of sorts) was basic, but the whole thing changes once you get inside. We got large soft towels, actual Inca stones for a wall, and a breakfast to satiate oneself on. Overall, great place to rest one's bones after Machu Picchu.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strathness House; City: Inverness Scottish Highlands Scotland; Review: Although we visited Scotland in the winter, the atmosphere and our welcome was warm and friendly at the Strathness House. When we got in that evening, we were met by Joan, a wonderful gal who co-owns the hotel with her spouse Javed, and were made to feel so welcome that we knew immediately that there would be a return trip here. Joan showed us to our room on the second floor of this castle-like structure, and we were treated to an immaculately clean room with a beautiful new en-suite bathroom. Everything was right about the room except that we were in the rear of the hotel but that mattered little as we were just inside to sleep and shower. We went back downstairs and Joan met with us and gave us the low-down on the town, including a number of restaurants which we ate at during our stay. Joan inquired whether we had any dietary or special requests for breakfast, and mentioning that my wife is vegan, she stated that she would whip up a perfect breakfast treat. That was no understatement! Her husband Javed met us in the morning with a splendid Scottish breakfast for me, and a fantastic assortment of greens, fruit and cereal for my wife. They could not do enough for us. They are a first class team and are two very perfect hosts. Brilliant effort and we WILL be back, if there are vacancies! Thank you both!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tuscany Suites Casino; City: Las Vegas Nevada; Review: After reading the numerous stories pro and con regarding the hotel, we made the decision to stay here and were pleasantly surprised by the overall cleanliness, good location just off the strip, easy access to the on-site gym, and especially the fair price. Yes, the daily rate was bumped up a bit by the "resort fee", but I think all but the extremely high or low end locations employ this extra little income generator... The excuse is to provide for a pool, gym, parking, etc. Even with that, the basic room was a suite with a lot of space, large bathroom, and easy in-out to anything on the strip. Be advised that it IS a little walk to the strip, but it is a great way to walk off the big meals. Around the block on KOVAL is the Ellis Island Brewery, fresh beer and smokey casino, a bit east to Fogo do Chao, a great Brazilian restaurant, and a 5 minute drive to the Waschen Grue laundry that provides free soap for your wash. The hotel is a very good value if you are not prepared to fork out the big bucks for a strip location. An added benefit is that there are far fewer indigents near the hotel than along the big name locales, which translates to fewer times being hit-up by characters not in keeping with the Vegas feeling. Again, choose the third floor, and a non-smoker room and you will do well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super 8 by Wyndham Los Angeles Culver City Area; City: Los Angeles California; Review: We chose the Super 8 due to the close location to Santa Monica and were VERY pleased with everything about this little place... At first glance, one could easily drive past it and not notice it at all, but this is a small, clean, well run, and economical spot that punches well above it's weight in all aspects. We reserved for a week and the check-in was effortless, the room was basic motel, but looked like it just had been renovated and was spotlessly clean, and we settled in in no time... The included breakfast was plain, but still a nice touch for the price... Housekeeping was perfect and upon our daily returns to our room, it looked as if the room was renovated again! Great job by the housekeeping staff... With the exception of an occasional police siren, the room was quiet and peaceful enough for a rest at any hour... Only one blip; the hair dryer went bad, and within minutes, one housekeeper had returned with a loaner, and then when we returned from our outing, the wall unit had been replaced. Again, perfect... Not fancy, but gets the job done without stress or hassle. This is now our go-to place in Culver City.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Cordelia; City: Fairfield California; Review: After reading the reviews regarding this location, we booked and upon late arrival got into our room without a hitch. The location is quiet just off the highway, and it has indeed had a renovation. Our room was pin clean and we felt very comfortable there for four days. The housekeeping crew was very efficient and the bedsheets were changed without asking every day. Nice touch. Bathroom was nicely cleaned. All in all, an excellent value. Front desk staff were very friendly and pleasant, breakfast was pretty good with fresh fruit, hot coffee and tea, egg discs (?) and sausage, lots of time, 6am-10 am. And centrally located equidistant between San Fran and Sacramento, we had business appointments in both, so this worked out perfectly... This is a great value. Only minor complaint was the smallish gym, but we walked in San Fran, so I more than got my exercise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Affinity Apart Hotel; City: Medellin Antioquia Department; Review: We booked a week at the Affinity Aparta and were not disappointed in any respect. The staff was top shelf, the service staff was extremely efficient, and even though we had to go next door to the Novelty Hotel for breakfast and for a nice dinner and futbol, we wouldn't have traded it for anything. The reception staff was spot on receptive and 5 star performance without being intrusive. There was a snack brought around to our apartment evenings, the rooms were made up spotlessly each day, I could go on, but you get the idea. The breakfasts next door were perfect, especially the made to order omelettes and fresh fruit. The rooms were quiet, even when the CopaAmerica was on... We went to the Novelty for dinner and a game and it was a perfect evening, except for Colombia's autogol. Overall, this was money well-spent. Parque Lleras was walk able, Santa Fe Mall meters from the door, and the Carulla the same.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Command 17004 Jumbo Plastic Hook with Adhesive Strips, 1 Hook 4 Strips; Brand: Command; Review: Not as strong as advertised. However is good for organizing and keep thing in order.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: T-fal Saute Pan Jumbo Cooker with Lid, Dishwasher Safe Nonstick Pan, 5 Quart, Black; Brand: T-fal; Review: Great pan, as all T-fal products. Durable and easy to clean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eva-dry Edv-1100 Electric Petite Dehumidifier, White; Brand: Eva-Dry; Review: I have the feeling that I have lost 54 dollars with this item. I lived in a really moist place and this device did not help at all. Yes is small, yes it did not make any sound but is a little bit of a useless item; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Command 3M Damage-Free Large Utility Hooks, White, Hang Damage-Free, 3 Hooks, 6 Strips, Multi-Pack; Brand: Command; Review: Great for hanging bags!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Modway Rocker Molded Plastic Accent Lounge Chair Rocker Blue; Brand: Modway; Review: This chair gave me trouble when assembling it. The holes of the white part did not match with the holes of the metallic structure. If it weren't because a guy next door spent an hour and a half trying to align them, I would probably return it. Every time somebody sits in it I am a little afraid that is going to collapse. However after all this time, the chair is still intact. Regarding the size, this is perfect for everybody: I am super tiny (5'2''), and I have received positive feedback from visits that are 7'. Easy to clean, and incredibly beautiful chair.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Command Mini Decorating Clips, Clear, Great for Holiday Lights, 40 Clips, (17026CLR-40ES); Brand: Command; Review: They keep on falling even when I follow all the instructions. There is a reason for it yo have 40 clips, so you can replace them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pinzon Velvet Plush Throw Blanket, 50" x 60", Chocolate; Brand: Pinzon by Amazon; Review: This pal was my partner during all the winter, warm and durable. It has survived a couple of trips to the washing machine. It is great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Rosa Blanca; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Disappointing as a Garces restaurant. Our large party of 8 was given a table in the basement. 5 of us are vegetarian. Service: The service was painfully slow. Got there are 6:30 pm on a Friday and were not done until 9:50 pm. Drinks: The Tamarind Mojitos lacked everything - alcohol, basil & tamarind pulp. In fact they don't use tamarind pulp at all - just out of the can Goya juice. Had to send it back to get it fixed. Food: The Guacamole Cubano (smoked pineapple guacamole) was good. Lenteja (lentil soup) was good but very salty. Had to quit half way. The garnish was a slice of ripe banana! Empanada de Queso (cheese empanada) was boring. Thankfully both the Ensalada Verde and Las Palmas salads were excellent. They do not have any vegetarian sandwich. They prepared us a vegetarian bulgur wheat Comida with spinach, mushrooms, cheese - all wrapped in thinly sliced plantains (more bananas!). Our fall back was all the vegetarian sides - Black Beans & Rice, Espinacas (spinach), Tostones (crispy plantains) that were bland despite the green sauce, Yuca Frita (fried yuca) - bland, Papas Fritas (fried potatoes) - super yummy, Aguacate (avocado) - just 1/2 an avocado sliced with lime. The Pastel de Pina (pineapple upside down cake) and Tres Leches were a good end. I am not a big banana fan and asked for the caramelized for my tres leeches without the banana. The cappuccinos were good, except they came one at a time - again very slowly like the rest of the evening! Too much banana/plantains and fried items! Our 3 non-vegetarian friends enjoyed their fish & lamb entrees. Decor: The upstairs decor is diner style with touches of old charm Cuba. The downstairs was sort of boring. Loved the pink aprons and tuxedo like uniforms. Vibe: The upstairs was happening - almost too loud! The basement was quiet and out of the way. Perhaps that explains the poor service. Don't think we will be returning :( I miss Chifa!!!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pizzeria Vetri; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Any fan of Vetri will not be disappointed. At a very late lunch mid-week, so getting a table was not an issue. Love the decor with red accents and communal tables. service was good & the food unbelievable!!! The Arugula salad was a good size with fingerling potatoes, pesto & cheese. Both the Margherita Pizza & the Renato (white rosemary pizza) were super airy and crispy at the same time. They have only one red & white wine on tap, but I found the white wine good. If you go, please don't miss out on the Affogato dessert - its a shot of espresso with soft serve ice-cream. Its a bite of heaven!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Charlie Was a Sinner; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Awesome new spot! Love the tapas style. All the dishes were flavorful. Ordered chick pea fries, fig salad, red pepper bruschetta, spicy cauliflower & broccoli rabe. Had custom drinks made w fresh juices. Wonderful server, attentive staff. Love the Charlie story!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tequilas Restaurant; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: This is the old Tequilas that we used to go to years ago. If you want some authentic Mexican in a vibrant setting with Spanish speaking servers - this is the place. Good change after going to modern places like El Vez and Distrito. enough vegetarian options, awesome drinks & desserts.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: V Street; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Been there twice already. Once for dessert and then for lunch. Had the wrap - very tasty and satisfying. Small cozy restaurant - unfortunately they do not take reservations.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Colonial Quy Bau; City: Willow Grove, PA; Review: Don't be fooled by the strip mall location. We had an excellent meal on Saturday. Our friends had organized a prix-fixed menu for our large group of 8. The food was fresh, arrived beautifully presented course-by-course. 4 of us were vegetarian - and were extremely please with our food selections. BYOB is a bonus.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Umami Umami; City: Dresher, PA; Review: Painfully slow service, mediocre food & unaccommodating! 5 of us went for dinner on Friday night. The restaurant was half empty. Our wine came right away, but then even the steamed edamame took forever! The ginger dressing was watery - making the salad insipid. Gyoza and bibimbap were fine. Sushi was lackluster - they were not willing to make any sushi that was off menu because the sushi bar was "backed up"!!! Can't imagine how they would handle quests if the restaurant was full. Sushi was not very skillfully rolled tight. The decor claims it is zen, but we had our doubts right at the long passage entrance followed by a flight of steps. Sushi bar is tucked in a corner on the first floor and the dining room was sparse. Servers had to run up and down with the food, making the service even slower. For better Japanese food try Blue Fin, Kumo, Surah and Fuji. Never going back!; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Fortune Kences Hotel; City: Tirupati Chittoor District Andhra Pradesh; Review: I am a regular customer of Fortune accross the country but the experiance at Fortune Tirupati was pathatic, Rooms were smelling, room services was pathetic, room boys was too very unproffessional... although the location is very centralized..........; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kences Hotel; City: Tirupati Chittoor District Andhra Pradesh; Review: I am a regular customer of Fortune accross the country but the experiance at Fortune Tirupati was pathatic, Rooms were smelling, room services was pathetic, room boys was too very unproffessional... although the location is very centralized..........; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Thotadhahalli Home Stay; City: Chikmagalur Chikkamagaluru District Karnataka; Review: Excellent with perfection. One of the best stay i had till now, more over the Hospitality with culture is beyond words. The location, cleanliness, quality of food with locally brew coffee. Owner and his wife take care like their own family members. It should be in every ones must visit list.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treatotel; City: Ahmedabad Ahmedabad District Gujarat; Review: I was having a corporate meeting for 3 days. The Good hotel with worst worst food. But Treatotel will not disappoint for those who are looking for economy stay but in that case take food from out side or road side it will be far better.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Shelter; City: Lucknow Lucknow District Uttar Pradesh; Review: Very Good Hotel in terms of Customer Friendly Staff, Excellent Location, good service etc. and that too very economical prices. But do not try to have Break fast here as it is the one experiance because of which you may not visit again. If you are travelling Lucknow then must stay in Hotel Shleter; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clarks Inn Gorakhpur; City: Gorakhpur Baghpat District Uttar Pradesh; Review: The best thing which goes in their favor is the tasty food, customer friendly staff, and more over very centrally lacated. In city like Gorakhpur you can get value for money. Food is very good and rates are too very low. Hotel should improve their room quality which is not expected on such high rates; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Schooled: Lexy Cooper Videogame Mystery; Author: Visit Amazon's Christa Charter Page; Review: I haven't had this much fun listening to a characters inner monologue, thoughts, feelings and observations in a good while!!! If you've got a laptop or a Droid then this one is worth downloading and giving a bit of your weekend.... ^_^; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pwned (Lexy Cooper Book 2) eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's Christa Charter Page; Review: You gotta love this series!!! She's getting better at having fun writing these and it shows she likes her lead character.... ^_^; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Santa Duck; Author: Visit Amazon's David Milgrim Page; Review: The artwork and facial expressions are really well done, as is the last page that finishes the story.... ^_^ "That poor little duck, they ask him for so much." O,O You'd never guess who said that.... O_o; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Solar Electricity Handbook 2010 Edition: A Simple, Practical Guide to Solar Energy; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Boxwell Page; Review: If you want to learn all the tech terms and components that make up a solar system this is the most efficient book I've seen to date!!! ^_^ There's a lot of good info online, but every formula and design check list is right here with full website access as well. O,O; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adulthood is a Myth: A Sarah's Scribbles Collection; Author: Visit Amazon's Sarah Andersen Page; Review: I got this for my little sister whose 18th birthday is this month. She's seen a few of her Facebook posts and mentioned she wanted to see a few of her books. So I got her this one to start her collection. Though I decided to peek through a bit of it just to see some of her work. I had to chuckle at more than a few dozen of these because not only where they spot on, but they were aimed at every age group from 20 to 35!!! O,O It's actually something a lot of people can personally identify with and that just makes it even funnier.... So if you've never seen her work look her up on Facebook, she's Verified and very good about sharing a new comic every week. ^_^; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Dewalt DPG59-110C Reinforcer Rx-Bifocal 1.0 Clear Lens High Performance Protective Safety Glasses with Rubber Temples and Protective Eyeglass Sleeve; Brand: DEWALT; Review: i just got my set today great glasses i got mine for reading small print up close and they work great i would recomend a set for any 1 needed reading glasses plus they are safety glasses. thanks amazon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rayovac Sportsman 240 Lumen LED Lantern, SE3DLNACOM; Brand: Rayovac; Review: i just got mine today and i am very happy with it. i used it under the hood of my jeep made a great work light. i got it for power outages so i would be prepaired for the worse. we had a ice storm here a couple of years ago and was with out power for about 2-3 weeks. i didn't have very much trouble with inserting batterys as long as you line up the arrows your good if they don't line up it won't want to shut right and the lid will be on a tilt. it is very bright for only 3d batterys i cant comment on run time but i like it so much i will probly get some more. and the top unscrews so you can hang it up side down if you want. small size but packs a punch buy 1 i did now i just need more of them very happy thanks amazon; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Streamlight 66118 Stylus Pro LED PenLight with Holster, Black - 100 Lumens; Brand: Streamlight; Review: hello i looked on my package it says 48 lumens 6 hours 15 minutes run time amazing light alot brighter than a black and decker 2 aa led that is supposed to be 60 lumens. comes with a extra rubber button cover all around great light i will buy more for gifts it amazes every one i have showed it to buy it i don't think you will be disapointed; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Streamlight 44900 Waypoint Spotlight with 12V DC Power Cord, Yellow - 550 Lumens; Brand: Streamlight; Review: great light great warranty water resistant it works great i like the kick stand and the low will come in handy and the switch is click on click off and can change from low high and strobe wile on with the separate switch it is bright has nice spot not perfect but very useable i like that is uses c batteries better to me than a rechargeable spot light i have had 3 stanleys all with battery failure after 1 year plus i have streamlight stylus pro and like them and warranty is best i have seen i emailed them and they sent parts free i recomend streamlight i hope this helps; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fenix LD22 2015 edition 300 Lumen XP-G2 R5 LED tactical Flashlight with two NiMH rechargeable AA Batteries, Charger; Brand: EdisonBright; Review: i just got mine today works great sofar came with regular batterys and rechargeable and charger. light seems to be well made i think it will make me a great edc light alot brighter than the stream light stylus pro i was useing even though i will still buy more stream lights. the head came loose enough on the light that it wouldnt work tightened it up and it has been smooth sailing i like that it has several different settings and low mode will work on akaline batterys i tried two kinds of batterys i think it is a great light and thanks for the good deal; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jackson Eyewear Nemesis RX Black Lens - Clear, 1.5; Brand: Jackson; Review: great glasses for farsighted vision or plains for everyone else; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Angel Palace Hotel; City: Hanoi; Review: Best place to stay on Hanoi is the Old Quarter and the Angel Palace Hotel is very well located. We stayed 3 nights, we were made extremely welcome, very friendly staff at all times, room clean and comfortable, very quiet inside despite the amazing chaos outside. Restaurant attractive with good affordable meals. Cannot go wrong booking here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Marion Holiday Park; City: Bedford Park Marion Greater Adelaide South Australia; Review: A very clean and modern caravan park. Studio unit comfortable and adequate. Great play facilities, swimming pools and games room for kids. Camp kitchen and ablution block very clean and well equipped. Well located 2 mins drive from a large Westfield shopping centre.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wave Rock Hotel Motel; City: Hyden Western Australia; Review: This is a clean and comfortable motel with good facilities. Cooking your own meat on the BBQ for dinner was a pleasant change and a great spread for breakfast. It was pleasing to find the terrible flies from Wave Rock were not apparent in Hyden itself.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Centara Grand Beach Resort Villas Hua Hin; City: Hua Hin Prachuap Khiri Khan Province; Review: Very clean and comfortable hotel close to all shops, restaurants and bars. Beautiful gardens and the beach right out the front of the hotel. Some of the best golf courses in Thailand right on your door step.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holberry House; City: Nannup Western Australia; Review: This beautiful B&B home is well decorated to highlight the charm and era of the building. Louise and Chris were delightful hosts and took the care on a cold winters day to welcome us with a log fire burning in the lounge and heaters on in our rooms. This property has spectacular gardens with some very unique sculptures scattered throughout. We enjoyed a delicious continental breakfast with freshly baked muffins and artisan break with locally made preserves.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Grease 2 (1982); Genres: Comedy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Godfather: Part III, The (1990); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bad Seed, The (1956); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Breakfast Club, The (1985); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coma (1978); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nadine (1987); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Planet (2000); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Diamonds Are Forever (1971); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unsinkable Molly Brown, The (1964); Genres: Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fantastic Voyage (1966); Genres: Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fifth Element, The (1997); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X-Files: Fight the Future, The (1998); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (a.k.a. ID4) (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: First Contact (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (a.k.a. MIB) (1997); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Contact (1997); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Total Recall (1990); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy Quest (1999); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Strange Days (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gattaca (1997); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Genres: Action, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story 2 (1999); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Head Above Water (1996); Genres: Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Genres: Children, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fisher King, The (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bulworth (1998); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Defending Your Life (1991); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982); Genres: Children, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Splash (1984); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beetlejuice (1988); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Excalibur (1981); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Time Bandits (1981); Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mask, The (1994); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: FairyTale: A True Story (1997); Genres: Children, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Labyrinth (1986); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Peter Pan (1953); Genres: Animation, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dark Crystal, The (1982); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: NeverEnding Story, The (1984); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jumanji (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Indian in the Cupboard, The (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dragonheart (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Goonies, The (1985); Genres: Action, Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boy Who Could Fly, The (1986); Genres: Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Borrowers, The (1997); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dune (1984); Genres: Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (1989); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: North by Northwest (1959); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Romance, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Casablanca (1942); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rebel Without a Cause (1955); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wizard of Oz, The (1939); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Right Stuff, The (1983); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Abyss, The (1989); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13th Warrior, The (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bachelor, The (1999); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bell, Book and Candle (1958); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clan of the Cave Bear, The (1986); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Brokedown Palace (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Desperately Seeking Susan (1985); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dead Calm (1989); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Faculty, The (1998); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eyes Wide Shut (1999); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: End of Days (1999); Genres: Action, Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fantasia 2000 (1999); Genres: Animation, Children, Musical, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (a.k.a. Ghost Busters) (1984); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frances (1982); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Haunting, The (1999); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lake Placid (1999); Genres: Horror, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mod Squad, The (1999); Genres: Action, Crime; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Muppets From Space (1999); Genres: Children, Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystery Men (1999); Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mosquito Coast, The (1986); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: On the Town (1949); Genres: Comedy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Poseidon Adventure, The (1972); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Prince of Egypt, The (1998); Genres: Animation, Musical; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Teaching Mrs. Tingle (1999); Genres: Comedy, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stuart Little (1999); Genres: Children, Comedy, Fantasy; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Wild Wild West (1999); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Western; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Crime, Fantasy, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Blood of Tyrants: George Washington & the Forging of the Presidency; Author: Visit Amazon's Logan Beirne Page; Review: Even if you don't think the meaning of the Constitution is totally controlled by the ideas and practices of the 18th Century, understanding the conflicts and customs its authors had in mind is invaluable for applying the text even today. The historical insights of Beirne's book are highly relevant to today's debates about national security law, and their relevance will not be waning soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Girls Who Choose God: Stories of Courageous Women from the Bible; Author: Visit Amazon's McArthur Krishna Page; Review: Bought it for my family (all sons), loved it, bought five more as Christmas gifts (for families with daughters) from the store, since Amazon sold out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Owl's Night; Author: Visit Amazon's Divya Srinivasan Page; Review: The first non-rhyming book our baby liked. Beautifully written and illustrated, with lots for kids to look at and talk about.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night?; Author: Visit Amazon's Brianna Caplan Sayres Page; Review: Two toddler boys liked it, but it's not even close to being in the league of "Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site" or "The Truck Book" or even "I'm Dirty." Reasons: The content is vacuous and slightly smarmy. The truck books our kids go back to over and over are the ones that have some detail, and whose vocabulary betrays some degree of research - presented in a fun way like "I'm Dirty" or with specific vocabulary like "Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site," or with broad swaths of knowledge like "The Truck Book." Like I said, the kids like it, but it's fluffy stuff without any educational ballast, and gets old fast for the adults reading it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love Real Food: More Than 100 Feel-Good Vegetarian Favorites to Delight the Senses and Nourish the Body; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathryne Taylor Page; Review: Readable text, approachable recipes, delicious results. Just made her whole-grain pizza crust and homemade sauce and it's our new go-to pizza.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Aroma Housewares Hot H20 X-Press 1.5 Liter (6-Cup) Cordless Electric Water Kettle, Stainless Steel; Brand: Aroma Housewares; Review: I love this thing. It heats my tea or oatmeal water in a jiffy. I didn't know they made items like this! In Europe they are common in hotel rooms. After a recent trip I came back to the US and looked online and found many. I ended up purchasing this one. I've had it several months and use it every morning. I hemmed and hawed over this or another one that was better looking aesthetically. I ended up with this based soley on price. It's not an eye sore, but then again I got it for function and not looks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lodge 10.5 Inch Square Cast Iron Grill Pan. Pre-seasoned Grill Pan with Easy Grease Draining for Grilling Bacon,; Brand: Lodge; Review: LODGE,,,, purchased as one of my husbands gifts for Xmas.. he loves to cook. He was happy with this as an addition to his other two Lodge pans.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Findlavender - Lavender Dried Premium Bundles - 18" to 22" - 130 to 150 Stems; Brand: Findlavender; Review: lavender arrived with one bundle a bit crumpled, but?? I have a large french primitive dough bowl and they are splayed out in it and it's lovely for an early fall piece for a table I put them on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twine 0581 True Fabrication Square Slate Coasters, 4", Multicolor; Brand: Twine; Review: I could have sworn it said 6 in the box as well, but I may be mistaken. They are just ok, but look nice. Do the trick at absorbing a bit of water and do leave water marks, but can be wiped off so far to remove. We have a more industrial look living room and I have them on the coffee table. They will be fine until they break which I suspect they will eventually. Hope not though!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sterilite 29308001 Wide 3 Drawer Cart, White Frame with Clear Drawers and Black Casters, 1-Pack; Brand: STERILITE; Review: but don't put too much weight in it or the drawers won't open. I purchased it to store my blow dryers/hot irons/brushes/hair products etc that sit all over the place. I use the bottom drawer for the heavier items. It really cleaned up my large counter space leaving it neat and free of clutter. Naturally, it's not a pretty piece, but we plan on a little facelift for our master so this at 19.00 did the trick. I have it under the part of the counter where a bench would normally go for one to sit and put on their make up which I never have used. Not pretty, NO yet it is doing a fine job of keeping clutter down and my counter top pristine which I LOVE. Definitely can use elsewhere when we get the bathroom re-done.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shop Bedding Luxury Satin Pillowcase for Hair – Queen Satin Pillowcase with Zipper, White (1 per pack) – Blissford; Brand: Shop Bedding; Review: Great fit for a King pillow. I was hoping for a slightly more drapey texture to the, "satin" and not as stiff. It does the job though keeping my longer hair from tangles and my face free from the lines which occur with cotton cases. I'm not experiencing any static as some say they have. Maybe in colder dryer months that could occur. I like the hidden zipper and washed it with ease upon opening it and it came out nicely from a short time in the dryer. Giving it 4 stars only due to the texture was not as soft and smooth as I was hoping, but again it's ok and especially for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Water Pillow by Mediflow: The first and original water pillow, clinically proven to reduce neck pain and improve sleep.; Brand: Mediflow; Review: I have an arsenal of pillows I've invested in to try to make my neck comfortable. I was in a skiing accident over 20 years ago and had an injury to my neck. Initially (years ago) I had to do some rehab, but all was well after several months. Now, many years later I've developed arthritis in my neck and have tried so many pillows from the wavy memory foam to flat memory foam to this to that and they are all useless to me. This is the BOMB! It's only been 4 nights and I've slept straight through each and every one of those 4 nights not tossing and turning trying to get the right angle and comfort to banish my neck pain and stiffness. I filled it to medium firmness (using the guide as a gauge that comes with the pillow) and so far so good. I'm tempted to add a bit more water, but hate to at this point. I don't normally leave a review at only 4 days of using an item, but I couldn't resist this one. Perfect for back or side sleepers and I could not be happier with it. The one and only down side is you can't flip it over due to the water fill valve and the water is more in the bottom portion of the pillow so either way it's a one sided pillow. It's minor to me though because I'm so very happy to have found this knowing I can go to bed and not worry about sleep interrupted nights, morning neck pain/stiffness and long days at work tired from a struggle with a dang pillow!!! GET IT!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TexereSilk Mulberry Silk Pillowcase (Single Pack, Natural White, K) Luxury Gifts; Brand: TexereSilk; Review: Very nice soft pillow case. Fits my standard pillow perfectly and nice to replace the synthetic, "silk" feel pillow case I purchased previously which was very warm and not half as soft and luxurious as this. Well worth paying a bit more for this case!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Contoured Luxury - Neck and Cervical Pillow by Dr. Bob's - Memory Foam Contours for Back-Sleeping and; Brand: Dr. Bob's; Review: I returned this pillow. They say to order by your size and so I ordered small/medium. I opened the box looked at it and said, "no way". I knew it was waay too low and I knew that after going round and round with pillows for neck support. I have finally found the pillow with the water reservoir on the under side (you fill according to what suits you best in terms of comfort) is the best and that is after purchasing about 6 pillows that didn't work. It's a bit heavy and you can't flip it over is the only single thing that is not perfect. I love it though. This Bob's pillow was just straight strange.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Silk Pillowcase, White Standard/Queen Pillow Cover for Hair Beauty, Less Wrinkles, Dry Skin Relief - Hypoallergenic Premium; Brand: Silk Rose; Review: it fits funny on my pillow which is a standard "water fill pillow" for neck problems. The quality of the fabric is the best I've seen, but the envelope closure is annoying on the pillow if you wake and are tossing a bit. The pillow I own which is suppose to be a, "standard" size pillow is too small and that in part I'm sure makes it the problem. Again, lovely nice weighted quality fabric, but annoying on my pillow.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eddingtons Italian Olive Wood Salad Server Set, 13-Inch; Brand: Eddingtons; Review: Olive wood is incredible. I purchased numerous ones for my son who of late wants to start to build a kitchen with nice things. These are lovely. I am not sure why, but I have a cat and my cat as I had them on the ground to start wrapping was rolling all over the 5 Olive wood utensils I purchased like it was cat nip. I had to keep on shooing him away and he was so attracted to them it was funny to me. The grain is incredible on the spatulas and spoons I purchased. I'm going to get some for my home after the holidays!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eddingtons Italian Olive Wood Spoon, 13.5-Inch; Brand: Eddingtons; Review: Olive wood is incredible. I purchased numerous ones for my son who of late wants to start to build a kitchen with nice things. These are lovely. I am not sure why, but I have a cat and my cat as I had them on the ground to start wrapping was rolling all over the 5 Olive wood utensils I purchased like it was cat nip. I had to keep on shooing him away and he was so attracted to them it was funny to me. The grain is incredible on the spatulas and spoons I purchased. I'm going to get some for my home after the holidays!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Naturally Med Olive Wood Serving Spoon, 12.5" L; Brand: Naturally Med; Review: This spoon is stunning. Sounds funny to say this about a cooking spoon, but I purchased many different Olive Wood cooking utensils for my son who is starting his kitchen and they are all lovely. This spoon is a decent depth which is perfect where as many are very shallow. Not sure how they will hold up as they are gifts, but they are truly works of art!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Now Designs Jumbo Pure Kitchen Towel Set of 3, Red; Brand: Now Designs; Review: Super nice towels in a nice weight, but not too thick at all. I love these huge cotton towels and purchased these as a gift. I recommend the first 2 washes you wash on cold and take them immediately out of the dryer. They can run if you don't wash them in cold or transfer to other clothes if you don't launder them a few times before going to warm water washing and again with like colors!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Berard French Olive Wood Small 12-1/2-Inch Handcrafted Wood Spatula, Terra Collection; Brand: Berard; Review: I have many Olive Wood utensils and purchased different brands from time to time over the past few months. Berard is by far the nicest quality, but all of them are lovely no matter what. Bernard just has a nicer finish and seems a bit less rustic looking. Again, they are all lovely no matter!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sure Fit Matelasse Damask 1-Pc Loveseat-White; Brand: Surefit; Review: purchased for a 2 person over sized chair of which has a true linen high quality washable slipcover. I have a cat and he gravitates toward the chair and wanted something to cover it so I don't have to keep on washing the true linen slip cover which was made for the furniture. I have a couch and a second chair that match as a group, but he seems to want to hang out on this one chair so got this to keep the hassle level down. The color is more light olive drab and far from, "linen" so was disappointed. It is a bit too large, but was able to tuck and so on to get it to work fairly ok. The color was very disappointing and would have been better off with the white compared to this color. It's not a bad looking piece for a protective cover, but the color is WAY off from linen as described. My husband came home and HATED IT.. yet, will keep the hassle down for me and washing this fine fabric that came on the chair. Our furniture(couch and a second chair the same and the one I purchased the cover for) are just plain linen weave and not damask which didn't bother me as much as the color being so way off from a, "linen". Get the white if you have true linen slip covers. It won't throw off your room as much.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Product Club Digital Color Scale; Brand: Product Club; Review: great item.... I'm not a professional, but have used professional color for my roots only for a handful of years and just eye balled it and this has made a big difference in the outcome of my coloring. I love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whitmor 24 Pocket OTD Shoe Organizer Clear; Brand: Whitmor; Review: Although I just recently got these and can't speak for longevity I was looking for something larger to fit household cold weather sweaters, fleece items and so on. I was able to fit a lot in to these (I purchased 2) and they fit well under the bed in one of the spare rooms. They are a thicker plastic which I found impressive. I put a lot of cedar balls in each of them and will hope for the best. As for a early review I highly recommend them for storing most items you may need a bit of extra room for!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HANGERWORLD 30 Cedar Wood Piece Natural Moth Insect Repellent Deterent Set for Closets Cupboards Drawers; Brand: HANGERWORLD; Review: Nice little bundle of cedar pieces. I purchased them for several large under the bed zip bags for winter clothing. They smelled terrific where as many I have purchased before had no odor out of the box!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NAHANCO 500 Plastic Dress Hanger, Heavy Weight, 17", Clear (Pack of 100); Brand: NAHANCO; Review: Very nice weighted/stronger hangers. I highly recommend these hangers to anybody and now no more begging for the hanger when I go the the mall and purchase clothing! Closets look neat and organized. The top hook spins which is a plus!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WMF Set of 6 Signum Stainless Steel Steak Knives; Brand: WMF; Review: I am not a meat eater and never have been, but my husband was wanting some steak knives. After reading the reviews I decided to get him these. It stated by many they could go in the dishwasher which typically this is not something we do with our sharp knives as they are used infrequently when the kids are over and my husband makes steaks or chicken. Welllll, the second they were used and my adult kids were cleaning the kitchen they were put in the dishwasher :( two of the 3 had little rust spots on the blades which was VERY disappointing given the price they shouldn't get rusty little spots like that. Used a total of 2 times!! So, I say avoid the dishwasher if you want the knives. My husband says they are sharp enough for good cutting, but well about that rust??; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Black Taper Candles 12 Inch Tall Unscented Elegant Premium Quality Dripless Smokeless Hand-Dipped - Set of 12; Brand: Candle Charisma; Review: Very elegant looking tapers. I have a more industrial decor and am addicted to silver plated candlesticks which I have on a large farm table in our eat in kitchen and on the coffee table to give a different vibe. These are really pretty. I can't speak for the dripping or not as I generally light them during holidays only so?? We will see on that part of this and will add a review later about it. Worried looking at other people photos of all the dripping so we will see. My only thing that bothered me and why I gave them 4 stars is I feel they should be individually wrapped since they are shipped in a narrow rectangle box and can bang around a bit. Mine were delivered safely though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cuisipro Stainless Steel Measuring Spoon Set; Brand: Cuisipro; Review: Very nice measuring spoons. The shape makes it easy to get in to smaller bottles and they are lovely to boot! They have held up very well too!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MALOUF 400 Thread Count Genuine Egyptian Cotton Pillowcase Set - Slate - King; Brand: MALOUF; Review: Very nice over sized sheets both the fitted and flat which I have searched high and low for! When I got them I washed them immediately and the flat sheet was so large it was hard (not a complaint at all) to fold. Right out of the dryer a bit wrinkled ESPECIALLY the top edge of the flat sheet was really discombobulated. I refuse to iron sheets, but they flattened out well enough. They are a bit too weighty for me is why I gave them 4 stars vs. 5 stars. I have always ran on the warmer side and to me they may be better suited in winter than summer for me. The size of them as I said is a god send hasn't popped off the very tall mattress no more fighting my husband for the flat sheet. Just wish they were a bit more light and crisp for me personally. As for longevity I will let you know at a later date. UPDATE: PURCHASED IN AUGUST AND NOW WE HERE WE ARE NOVEMBER 1ST I am sad to say they pill pretty bad and we are not large folks. The size is fantastic as in oversized which was my dream. I have to change the review to a raving one to a 3 star. Very disappointed in spending 100.00 on a pair of sheets that after having used them 6 times as I use my others too that the fitted sheet is pilling fairly badly.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Liberty 129852 Four Hook 27-inch Wide Hat and Coat Rail/Rack; Brand: Liberty; Review: I've tried to leave feedback on this item and was told it was not appropriate??? It is a sturdy item, but came with nothing to mount it to the wall with which to me seems pretty basic and normal. I have two other of these and they came with an insert to cover the hardware you put them on the wall with in the form of 2 round faux wood bumps that fill the holes covering the hardware that you attach it to the wall with and got nothing. I've tried to write this review a few times and it's been denied and not sure why?? Yet, here I try again! I did buy it used in very good condition as it's just for my mud room, but feel it was missing the most important parts and, "very good condition" to me is not missing parts.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Household Essentials 2026 Pop-Up Collapsible Mesh Laundry Hamper | Black; Brand: Household Essentials; Review: Nice, large and seems durable. Easy to carry up and down the stairs to the mud room. Highly recommend it even though I've only had it for a few days!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Milton Brook Unglazed Mortar and Pestle, 5-Inch Diameter; Brand: Wade Ceramics; Review: Purchased this for another it was on their wish list for a holiday present. I was very impressed by it when they opened it as it's fairly light weight and love the design. I will get one for myself and get rid of the very heavy rock style one I have!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set of 3 with Non-Slip Silicon Handles, Non-Skid Bottom, Measurement Marks, Grater Attachments and Leak-Proof; Brand: Chef Essential; Review: I purchased these bowls to replace some hard plastic bowls that were cream in color and I noticed that areas on them were getting colored by food despite good washing which startled me a bit! All three of these bowls are great sizes, have marks in them for quantity measures and a little area if you want to pour from them. I also love the little handle on them. We've only had them a short time, but have used them all and would highly recommend them to anybody wishing to buy new mixing bowls. I have hand washed them even though they may be dishwasher safe due to the rubber bottom.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Safavieh Lyndhurst Collection LNH226A White and Black Square Area Rug (6' Square); Brand: Safavieh; Review: We purchased this runner for our hallway in the upstairs to replace a very dense gray shag runner which I love, but can't get the linen closet door open when it's down. I love the zebra effect with our ceiling lighting it really makes a nice statement. It is cream to very lightest tan and black which I do love. The quality is nice especially for the price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MainWare 4 Piece Set 16 oz Café Latte Cups White; Brand: MainWare; Review: We ordered these after getting a larger cup that looked the same, but was HUGE. We have a Jura Compressa and love to make large cups of coffee and froth the milk from the machine. These are a reasonable size for this and they are very sturdy and thick. We've only had them for a few days, but they seem perfect. We got 12 and stored 4 away when one might break or? Would work well for small servings of soup too and so on, but are on the smaller side to me for this. We originally got a 20 oz. it to me was not at all good for coffee, but great for soups or ice cream and so they were returned. All in all, these are a great cup for a large coffee or coffee with froth which we do.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luxury Pima Sheets on Amazon! - Unbelievable Lowest Prices Guaranteed - Record Single Day Blockbuster Sale: Luxury; Brand: Addy Home Fashions; Review: if you are interested in white, steer clear as they are light tan!!! I just ordered them as my mom was coming and our spare bedroom white sheets were getting old. Well, I just opened them and they are light tan! Package says white, but far from white and the bedroom is yellow, white and gray so not sure how these will fit in, but I'M STUCK she arrives tonight!!! I took a photo next to WHITE pillow cases I ordered so you can see this, "white". UPDATE: I was asked by the seller about this item told them I got light tan not white. They said the package was probably stamped with the wrong label and was offered a coupon to get white!!! SAY WHAT? I think for the price they should have sent out WHITE to me at no charge as it wasn't me who put the label on the wrong package and we all like to match our decor. It's my guest room and light tan/ivory doesn't work at all.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: OOSilk Mulberry Silk Pillowcase with Hidden Zipper,Cotton Underside,Standard(20in x 26in) Pale Turquoise; Brand: OOSilk; Review: I didn't realize one side is silk and the other is a cotton type fabric. The silk side was very nice after washing. I would not re order though due to the material difference on each side being different. I always wash my silk cases in the washer with no problem and this had no problem at all and minimal wrinkles if any. My fault for not reading or missing the fact it was two different types of fabric.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Croydex Kentmere Rectangular Wall Mirror 36-Inch x 18-Inch with Hang 'N' Lock Fitting System; Brand: Croydex; Review: Purchased two of these for a minimalistic more spa like master bath. One arrived broken and after some time the seller was able to send me a replacement. They are very clean/sleek looking over our double sinks and I like them very much. I should have taken a better look as one has a wave type place in it so causes distortion. However, they are hanging and my husband uses the mirror with the wavy spot and is above that portion. Nice for a minimalistic look, clean semi modern look.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lightshare 6FT 72L LED Birch Tree,Warm White; Brand: Lightshare; Review: Already owned the 8ft tree and purchased the 4ft and 6ft just recently. They are very bright and lovely. The little one is not plugged in as no outlet to do so yet..... Unfortunately they were for an event and one of the trees was delayed yet I decided to light them up today to make sure they were in working order as the one arrived finally yesterday. All three grouped next to the fireplace. Found baskets half off at the local craft store hemmed and hawed on which to get, but these were too good of a steal to pass up. Painted one of the fabric liners. I purchased magnetic letters some were gold, some were bronze and some silver so I painted the letters that were not silver to darkest gray with chalk paint to attach. Still not sure what to fill them with and YES, it's early yet for this look yet wanted to try it out make sure the two new worked well. We LOVED our 8ft tree from last year so I knew after the event that we could not use them a few days ago that I would use them for holiday decor and so far so good. The center 4ft tree is not lighted as I need to figure an adapter to plug them all behind the grouping. At night they truly look lovely I can attest to that having owned the 8ft already and now with the little forest they will look even more bright and lovely at night. Would love to put some faux snow on the ground, but have 2 furry friends so NOOOO. Really a lot of options.. Any suggestions what to up the baskets with APPRECIATED! Still tweaking not sure if I'll paint the other bags inside the baskets or???; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Safavieh Vintage Collection VTG430C Transitional Oriental Cream Distressed Runner (2'2" x 8'); Brand: Safavieh; Review: It's pretty... has a very distressed look and is very low pile as in almost flat which I wanted as we have it in a hallway where we enter in from the garage to the hall. I wanted a thinner rug as we have a double door pantry in that hall and the doors open well over the top of the rug. The hallway gets a lot of use as it goes to the mudroom, half bath and as I said out the door to go in to the garage. It seems like it will do the trick for this area well. As others stated in different light it shows more color in some areas. In my case there one spot closest to where it gets most of the light and it's a large square that looks totally different than the rest of the rug hence the 4 stars.... despite this it's good for the purpose it is meant for.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Urbanest Metal Curtain Drapery Eyelet Rings, 2-inch Inner Diameter, Set of 7, Black; Brand: Urbanest; Review: Great solid rings. I got them in black and they are extemely sturdy and well made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elite Cuisine MST-275XS Electric Slow Cooker, Adjustable Temp, Entrees, Sauces, Stews & Dips, Dishwasher Glass Lid & Ceramic; Brand: Elite Cuisine; Review: Great little pot for one or two. Purchased for my mom who is of late having limited mobility and thought it would be a great option to be able to not have to be all over the kitchen cooking. It's really cute and small worked great with the two beef stew recipes I tried to get to reduced size to work with this size pot. I wish somebody out there would write a great cookbook for an item of this size as there are NONE that I found to purchase for her with using this size pot with basic stew, meat, chicken and so on meals with veggies and such. It's only a pain due to that. Otherwise, a great pot for singles or duos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Carhartt Men's 10" Canvas Work Short B147; Brand: ; Review: It's Carhartt, no probs. (Oh and they fit just fine.); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ECCO Men's Fusion Moc Oxford; Brand: ; Review: I've been wearing ECCOs for many years. I don't wear any others because I do a huge amount of walking for my work (and I only use them for work; trainers for rec). They combine flexibility with superb cushioning so that I can use them all four seasons and in any weather. I do protect them from heavy rains which we get frequently. And most ECCO models are perfectly fine for professional/ management environments (to placate those uptight fools who demand conservative outfits).; 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: Looks good (at least to me) and fits just fine so what else can I say?; 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: Dunham; Review: I have twice ordered a 10.5 (M) boot through Amazon because virtually all reviews said that the boots are a half or more too small than the stated size (I normally take a size 10). Twice I have been sent a size 10.5 (B) which is much too narrow for my foot. I will try to get a replacement one more time after which I will just abandon this product, regrettably.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dunham Men's Cloud Mid-Cut Waterproof Boot; Brand: Dunham; Review: I have twice ordered a 10.5 (M) boot through Amazon because virtually all reviews said that the boots are a half or more too small than the stated size (I normally take a size 10). Twice I have been sent a size 10.5 (B) which is much too narrow for my foot. I will try to get a replacement one more time after which I will just abandon this product, regrettably.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Quiet American (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Postman (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde 2: Red (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hollywood Homicide (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Pianist (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Hunted (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intolerable Cruelty (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lion King: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Splendor (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Singing Detective (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Creek Manor (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Gift (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Magdalene Sisters (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Pretty Things (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revolutions (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Consequence (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Honey (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pieces of April (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Statement (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miracle (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 21 Grams (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Real Women Have Curves (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hearst Castle: Building the Dream (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Calendar Girls (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ripley's Game (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spartan (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eurotrip (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Against the Ropes (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gangs of New York (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Wedding (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Killing Me Softly (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Ten Yards (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now Redux (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions 3 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Haunted Mansion (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Woman's a Helluva Thing (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Murder at 1600 (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Conspiracy Theory (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wild Things 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twisted (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Human Stain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dawn of the Dead (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Around the World in 80 Days (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Laws of Attraction (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shawshank Redemption: Special Edition (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Born to Be King: Young and Dangerous 6 (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shaolin Soccer (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Antwone Fisher (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greatest Places: IMAX (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The In-Laws (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Madison (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fighting Temptations (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thirteen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beauty and the Beast: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The 6th Day (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fifth Element (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible II (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Days of Thunder (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Piglet's Big Movie (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sabrina (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Heroic Duo (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Van Helsing (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last of the Mohicans (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dreamcatcher (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wimbledon (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wicker Park (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hart's War (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Medallion (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Little Black Book (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Just Married (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Yellowstone: IMAX (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paparazzi (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Just Cause (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Killing Fields (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friday Night Lights (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catwoman (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something the Lord Made (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maria Full of Grace (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Karate Kid (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Carolina (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vanity Fair (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trapped (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: K-19: The Widowmaker (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Capturing the Friedmans (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snow White (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raise Your Voice (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taxi (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Replacements (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shakespeare in Love (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dances With Wolves: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raising Helen (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fantasia 2000 (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kate & Leopold (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ella Enchanted (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alien vs. Predator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Around the Bend (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Without a Paddle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Into the Sun (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ladder 49 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (Full-screen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: The Seascape Capers (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SpongeBob SquarePants: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stage Beauty (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Simpsons: Season 4 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Simpsons: Season 5 (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Collateral Damage (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys II (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alfie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What a Girl Wants (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: XXX: Special Edition (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Being Julia (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vera Drake (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fat Albert (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elektra (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. 3000 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mulan 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shall We Dance? (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Assassination of Richard Nixon (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ben-Hur: Collector's Edition (1959); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chinatown (1974); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heartbreak Ridge (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dragonheart (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Doctor Zhivago (1965); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Racing Stripes (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Caine Mutiny (1954); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Network (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bambi: Platinum Edition (1942); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Shining (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Babe (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Singin' in the Rain (1952); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pooh's Heffalump Movie (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Noon (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: White Noise (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Enemy at the Gates (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Outbreak (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jurassic Park (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Movie (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Brooke Ellison Story (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Elf (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Work and the Glory (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Final Cut (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Assault on Precinct 13 (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: No Man's Land (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boogeyman (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Julius Caesar (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fatal Attraction (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part III (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future Part II (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pacifier (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Merchant of Venice (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Are We There Yet? (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Courage Under Fire (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hostage (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Constantine (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Absolute Power (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Upside of Anger (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Be Cool (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alexander: Director's Cut (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man of the House (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kung Fu Hustle (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beyond the Sea (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hide and Seek (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beauty Shop (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Date (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Fullscreen) (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Temptations (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bride and Prejudice (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dust to Glory (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monster-in-Law (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saints and Soldiers (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crash (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone with the Wind: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brothers (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping With the Enemy (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King of Beggars (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shall We Dance? (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Other Side of Heaven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dawson's Creek: Season 4 (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A History of Britain (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 2 (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Hawk Down (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Born on the Fourth of July (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Evelyn (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Into the West (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mask: Director's Cut (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Summer of Love (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Interpreter (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robots (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Hour Photo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bewitched (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Winged Migration (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dogville (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The American President (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cinderella: Special Edition (1950); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tigers (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Core (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sahara (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Phantom of the Opera: Special Edition (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in China 2 (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rookie (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: 3000 Miles to Graceland (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Client (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lilo and Stitch 2 (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope (1977); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Regarding Henry (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Wild; Author: Visit Amazon's Jill Barnett Page; Review: Every now and then you take a chance on a book and are pleasantly surprised. Both Wonderful and Wild the follow-up were my very pleasant surprises! I am now a Jill Barnett fan!!! I thought she did a wonderful job of combinding both humor and passion into the lives of her characters, and I espicially loved Teleri's animals. And how truer can words be than if you have faith it will happen... A great read...a great keeper....grab a box of hankies for the tears of laughter and the tears of a broken heart or two and enjoy!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jewels of the Sun (Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: As an avid reader it was quite a surprise when I picked up this book and was so totally swept away. If I could just transport myself to the village of Ardmore, I too would be content for life. The story is wonderful, the characters rich, warm and oh so very real. You feel like you have just slipped right in the middle of a wonderful family. Safe, secure, loved and harrased! And I haven't even mentioned you'll need a box of tissue to wipe away the tears of laughter! I can't wait for the story of Shawn and Mary Brenna...and even more to come about our clothes horse Darcy.... Thanks Nora Roberts for a wonderful and delightful read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Once and Forever; Author: Visit Amazon's Constance O'Day-Flannery Page; Review: I'm not sure if you can truly critique a book I haven't finished, but whew!..this was tough to read. I was lost in blink of the eye in the thee and thous...I know I felt like the heroine! (She was lost there too!) But 3/4 of the way through and enough was enough...I couldn't do it any more....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Horsemaster's Daughter; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Wiggs Page; Review: I stumbled on Susan Wiggs by accident when I read the Drifter...I wish all accidents were this wonderful...now a couple of years later having read all her books, I still find her a refreshing writer. Writing stories with substance and love. You will be surprised at the "surprise" find in this book. This book contains all the qualities of a good romance; comedy, passion, suspense and style. When you least expect it, love will find you no matter where you are, even on an island all alone. And even when you think you can love no more, love will slap you right up side the head. This is what happens to the characters in this book. The Horsemaster's Daughter is a book to truly enjoy and keep in your collection. But before you read this, you must read "The Charm School."; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Montana; Author: Visit Amazon's Cait London Page; Review: I love contemporary romanaces and I keep my eyes open for upcoming books. When I saw this one, I added it to my list of must buy books. Half-way through this book, I'm struggling to finish it. The dialog is just as bad as my spelling, terrible. People do not have conversations like this, even in make believe land. This could have been a great book, the story line is there, but it just doesn't make the cut.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Irish Scarf Lambswool 63" X 12" Made in Ireland; Brand: John Hanly; Review: Hello, It was for my Friend. He loves it. Thumb Up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Women's WX608v4 Comfort Pack Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Hello, Thank You. Thumb Up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpine Swiss Mens Plaid Scarf Soft Winter Scarves Unisex; Brand: ; Review: Hello, He loves it. Cool. Thumb Up. Thank You; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Western Purses in Colorful Native American Styles, Hand Crafted From Wool; Brand: El Paso Designs; Review: Hello, I love it. Thumb Up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpine Swiss Mens Plaid Scarf Soft Winter Scarves Unisex; Brand: ; Review: Hello, He loves it. Cool. Thumb Up. Thank You; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Women RFID Blocking Wallet Trifold Ladies Luxury Leather Clutch Travel Purse; Brand: Bricraft; Review: Hello, I love it. Excellent. Thumb Up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zero Grid Neck Wallet w/RFID Blocking- Concealed Travel Pouch & Passport Holder (Shadow); Brand: Zero Grid; Review: Hello, Excellent. Thumb Up Thank you; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ATTCL Womens Oversized Women Sunglasses Uv400 Protection Polarized Sunglasses; Brand: ATTCL; Review: Hello, Excellent Thumb Up; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Compact Hanging Toiletry Bag, Personal Organizer | Water Resistant, Mesh Pockets & Sturdy Hook; Brand: NeatPack; Review: Hello, I love it. Perfect. Thank You.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Travelon Set of 2 Luggage Tags, Black, One Size; Brand: Travelon; Review: Hello, Excellent. Thumb Up. Thank You.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wantdo Women's Double-Breasted Trench Coat with Belt; Brand: Wantdo; Review: Hello, It was beautiful. But, It was xxl . It was too small. I already returned it back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anne Klein Women's Plus-Size Turn Key Raincoat Plus; Brand: ; Review: Hello, Excellent. Thumb Up. Thank You.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RFID Blocking Wallet, Genuine Leather Passport Holder Wallet Cover Case; Brand: RFID Blocking Wallet; Review: Hello, Excellent. Thank You.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 4 Pack Open Alert Indicator TSA Approved 3 Digit Luggage Locks for Travel Suitcase & Baggage (Black); Brand: TravelMore; Review: Hello, Excellent. Thumb Up. Thank You; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpine Swiss RFID Blocking Mens Leather Wallet Zip Around ID Card Window Bifold; Brand: ; Review: Hello, Excellent. Thumb Up Thank You. I gave a good friend a gift. He loves it. He keeps it. He feels comfortable with it. Thank You.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gildan Platinum Men's 6-Pack A-Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Hello, I love it. Excellent. Thumb Up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Magic-jewelry Natural Beautiful Carved Crystal Figurine 1.5 Inch Peace Angel Opalite; Brand: Amandastone; Review: Hello, I love it. Thank You; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Alice in Wonderland Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection VHS; Brand: Kathryn Beaumont; Review: Love this movie. Packaged well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleepwalkers VHS; Brand: Brian Krause; Review: Love this movie. Packaged well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aladdin VHS 1995; Brand: Scott Weinger; Review: I love this movie! Packaged well. Bought as a Christmas present.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Young Frankenstein; Brand: Gene Wilder; Review: Love this movie. Packaged well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Boyfriend's Back; Brand: Andrew Lowery; Review: Love this movie. Packaged well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Davenport Lusso Autograph Collection; City: Spokane Washington; Review: A very comfortable, clean, and service-oriented hotel close to everything in downtown Spokane. Rooms are beautiful and well-decorated. Nice people at the front desk. Our first room was a bit noisy on the corner, lower level so we asked to be moved. They did and it was much better, still on the street but 3 or 4 floors higher so less noise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chewuch Inn Cabins; City: Winthrop Washington; Review: We stayed in a king room and it was perfect. Very roomy, comfortable bed and linens, newly remodeled (or built?). A great place to stay as we were passing through from western to eastern Washington via the North Cascades Highway. Not in town, might be walkable but we drove to town. We stayed in a building that had 3 or 4 rooms and nearby there were several individual cabins. These were all separate from the main building that had the office and common area for breakfast. It is located near town but nothing is on its own reasonably spacious land. The breakfast was great and the scones were the best I've ever had ... my mouth waters just thinking about them! My friend tried to get the recipe but its kept secret! I'll go back just for those!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saratoga Inn; City: Langley Whidbey Island Washington; Review: First the amazing part ... a beautiful B&B just a block from downtown Langley, rooms well decorated and very comfortable ... flat screen TV, robes, turndown service, very comfortable bed and pillows. Breakfast was wonderful too ... crepes, eggs benedict, scones, muffins, fruit, all very freshly made and tasty. They even have a happy hour in the afternoon with wine, snacks, and cookies. We really enjoyed sitting on the porch in the rocking chairs looking out over beautiful Saratoga Passage. We were there on a beautiful sunny day which made it even more spectacular. OK the annoying part ... the Inn is not actually on the water but across the street from the bluff overlooking the water. This still provides beautiful views but wasn't what I expected when I booked the water view. Additionally, we tried to sleep with the windows open for fresh air but there is a stop sign which made the traffic noises unbearable starting early in the morning (5 am?). Now granted its a small town so there isn't much traffic but it doesn't take much to make it impossible to sleep as they're gunning away from the stop sign every few minutes. Once we closed all the windows (giving up on the fresh air), the noise was muffled fairly well. Light sleepers may want to forego the view and book a room overlooking the parking lot in back.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: O Canada House; City: Vancouver British Columbia; Review: We loved our stay at the O Canada House! The location was ideal with quick walkable access to Robson, Davies, Burrard streets with so much going on yet it was still quiet and peaceful at the house. The breakfasts were creative, tasty, hardy, and pleasantly served by the gracious staff. We stayed in the Cottage ... loved it ... gas fireplace, comfortable bed, high quality linens, private, and super-spotless clean. I have to admit we tend to go with high end hotels but thought we'd mix it up and try a B&B this time ... O Canada House may have converted us for good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WorldMark Zihuatanejo; City: Zihuatanejo Zihuatanejo de Azueta Pacific Coast; Review: Can't add much to the positive reviews already on here ... loved Villa Vera for all the reasons everyone else does. All staff were friendly and helpful, Ceasar was the best!! Pleasant walk into town, a bit more challenging back (uphill then stairs) but helped to work off the guacamole and chips! We usually took taxis back at night as there was a section of the way with no lighting. We hope to return very soon!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Haus Acksteiner; City: St Anton am Arlberg Tirol Austrian Alps; Review: We stayed at Acksteiner for 3 nights prior to joining our tour group in Innsbruck. The location is perfect for a stay in the village of St. Anton. Very close to the pedestrian friendly street and all the village shops, bars, and restaurants; basically across the street from the Galzig gondola and Gampen chair; just around the corner from the bus stops; and a short walk to the train station. Our room was very comfortable and cozy with nice finishings and linens. I have to say the highlight was the breakfast right outside our door each morning ... fruit, bread, cook to order eggs, cheeses, and on and on. We also very much appreciated our host, Hannes Acksteiner. He was very gracious and welcoming throughout our stay and went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable. We weren't bothered by the noise and our room was on the street side and we had the windows open at night. There were a couple late night partiers but nothing too extreme. I highly recommend Haus Acksteiner!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Solaia; City: Selva di Val Gardena Val Gardena Province of South Tyrol Trentino Alto Adi; Review: I was with a tour group so all arrangements were handled by our trip so I can't speak to the pre-trip communication as others have. What I do know is that the Hotel Solaia was a perfect place for our ski vacation in Selva. Egon and his team were gracious, friendly, and accommodating for our group of 12 the entire week. My husband and I and 2 other couples in our group had rooms in the newer outbuilding. Our room was huge with a large deck that looked over the ski trail going by. I think there is a wide variety in room views and sizes so I can't speak to all but I know many in our group had wonderful rooms with very nice views. We had breakfast and dinner there each night and very much enjoyed it. Service was prompt and the variety and quality of meals was excellent. They have a very comfortable bar area for apres-ski or pre- and post-dinner gatherings managed by Joseph who was funny, friendly, and wonderful to us all week. I also think the location is perfect. It is ski in/out but we had rented skis at ski shop across the Ciampinoi gondola so chose to store our skis and boots there each night (highly recommend Alain ski service for ski rental - www.arnold-demetz.com). It was just a quick walk from the Hotel Solaia.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sunset Plaza Beach Resort Spa; City: Puerto Vallarta; Review: Room was great, spacious and comfortable. Both restaurants were good, we especially liked Lucianos! All the staff were wonderful and very hospitable. The gym and spa are pretty small but the resort is small so we had no trouble using either. We will probably return our next vacation in PV!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: CyberTech Newest Noosy 2in1 Nano Sim Card Cutter (Black) & Micro Sim Cutter for iPhone 5S 5C 5, iPhone; Brand: Noosy; Review: Wow -- this cutter must be what the strip mall shops use. I have now cut multiple cards and it shows no sign of wearing out --- I've used both cutting sizes and did not have any trouble. The build is sturdy, like a good quality hole punch. If you haven't used a SIM cutter before, you might be a bit nervous, but don't be with this one. Just make sure you have the SIM inserted correctly (the instructions and diagrams are clear enough) and punch away! It really is as easy as cutting thick cardstock. Buy this one and use it without fear!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motorola Moto E (2nd Generation, 2015) Case, Cimo [Wave] Premium Slim TPU Flexible Soft Case for Motorola Moto E; Brand: Cimo; Review: Case fits securely on a moto e (2nd gen). Buttons on the phone are easy to use. Color and wave pattern are exactly as advertised.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: [6-Pack] Supershieldz Anti-Bubble High Definition Clear Screen Protector for Motorola Moto E (2nd Gen); Brand: Supershieldz; Review: Great quality shield. Low glare, good protection. Difficult to get it aligned exactly center over the camera and speaker, but it all works out fine, even if it's a little off to the left or right. These screen protectors seems to be easier to affix with less bubbles than others. I plan to purchase more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moto E (2nd GEN.) Case, Motorola E (2nd GEN.) case, E LV Motorola Moto E / E2 ( SECOND; Brand: E LV; Review: Looks cheap. Not as sturdy as suggested by the images. I do not plan to use it and would not buy it again.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Zilu Elite Universal Air Vent Car Phone; Brand: ZILU; Review: Works exactly as advertised. Was new condition. Sturdy construction. Fits just about any phone; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Flowt Type IV Throwable Flotation, Foam Cushion, USCG Approved; Brand: Flowt; Review: Does what it's supposed to. Satisfies the coast guard requirement.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Triple Eight Helmet with Sweatsaver Liner, Black Rubber/Red, Large; Brand: Triple Eight; Review: Nice helmet; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Norestar Ribbed Boat Fenders/Bumpers Two Pack with Two Fender Lines; Brand: Norestar; Review: Quality fenders. Perfect size for a 28ft boat or larger. Would absolutely recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Penn Battle II Spinning Fishing Reel; Brand: Penn; Review: Nice reals!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Penn Fathom Lever Drag; Brand: Penn; Review: Love these reels Have the 30 2 speed fathom as well. My go to reel; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Piscifun Fishing Line Winder Spooler Machine Spinning Reel Spool Baitcasting Reel Spooler Spooling Station System; Brand: Piscifun; Review: Little difficult to figure out. Especially the pieces for the different size spools. I even watched several you tube videos. I would give this a higher rating if it included a 1 page instruction on use; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shurhold 1804 Stainless Steel Fishing Gaff Hook with Spring Guard; Brand: Shurhold; Review: Quality hook. Haven't gotten my pole yet; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KwikTek T-Top PFD storage bag, holds up to 6 PFDs; Brand: Airhead; Review: Looks like it will work well. Need to shine my t top first before putting it on. Measure space between t top bars before you buy. I have 39" between two center bars so larger one works perfectly. Friend has one he has used for years. Love the ability to store stuff out of the way.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shoreline Marine Motor Flusher Dual Flow; Brand: Shoreline Marine; Review: Looks to be quality construction. Been using the motor wash down attachments. Used this to put on while running my HPDIs to get water all the way through the motor; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Power Pro Super Slick 300Yd Marine Blue; Brand: PowerPro; Review: Always love power pro. Quality is what you pay the price for; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Penn Conflict Spinning; Brand: Penn; Review: Smooth reel. Love the penns; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KastKing SuperPower Blue Braided Fishing Line 500M(547 Yard)-50LB; Brand: KastKing; Review: So far so good. Several trips out and has held up; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PENN Conflict Spinning; Brand: Penn; Review: Love it. Smooth; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: JewelrieShop Vintage Retro Colorful Crystal Owl Pendant Long Chain Necklace with Antiqued Bronze Finish; Brand: JewelrieShop; Review: This was just a little fun piece to wear, and it was very cheap. It did take a while to receive, since it came from overseas, and the quality was much better than I expected. Definitely worth it considering the price!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vintage cute crystal eye bronze owl stud earrings jewelry retro diamante; Brand: Angel Brand; Review: It is not the best quality, but the price was very reasonable for what I paid. They are the perfect size for studs; they are neither too large or too small.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nina Women's Karen-LS Dress Pump; Brand: Nina; Review: The shoes are beautiful, and the heal was a bit taller than 3", but I prefer a higher heal. They also fit true to size. However, the sole was not glued down properly. I had to glue down the front of the sole on both shoes, as they kept catching on carpet as a walked around. I noticed the rest was not glued down that well, so I hope that they will last for an evening. I would expect a little bit more attention to detail for the price that was paid.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ZHW Baby Girl Newest Turban Headband Head Wrap Knotted Hair Band 8 Pack; Brand: ZHW; Review: These are all so cute, and there are wires in the bows to keep them in place and not flap all over the place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ACEVOG Women Sheer Floral Mini Skater Dress See-Through Party Evening Cocktail Dress; Brand: ACEVOG; Review: It's a cute dress, but it does look cheap in person.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Toward A New Beginning (Arkansas Valley) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's r. William Rogers Page; Review: It was a good break from the typical romance novel. Easy and fun read. Finished it in a week and would recommend it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Covenant (Abram's Daughters) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Beverly Lewis Page; Review: This book puts you in a whole different world, it definitely makes you want to read the series though when your done.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Company of Secrets (Postcards from Pullman Series #1); Author: Visit Amazon's Judith Miller Page; Review: This was a good book and a good length. If you read this book you will want to read th next book in the series because there's really no conclusion at the end. Really enjoyed it though! Also loved the recipes at the end.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hide in Plain Sight (Three Sisters Inn, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Marta Perry Page; Review: I liked this book and it kept me guessing the whole way. I also liked that the whole story wasn't wrapped around the romance part of it, but the story had many different sides and different characters. I also like that there were a lot of characters but not all of them were extremely developed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love's Stormy Gale (Heartsong Presents); Author: Visit Amazon's Lynette Sowell Page; Review: I liked the focus on God and the reluctance to God's will that we all have. The story also has a happy ending which is always nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Your Best Birth: Know All Your Options, Discover the Natural Choices, and Take Back the Birth Experience; Author: Visit Amazon's Ricki Lake Page; Review: I really like this book because it gives you the option to make a choice. It informs you about a lot of the different options that you have for birth and gives you a ton of information. I wish that doctors would give more information to women about their options, because I think that would change the way that birth is done in the U.S. Even if you don't agree with some of their opinions, you won't regret being more informed to make the best choice for you and your family. Good luck!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Step2 Fantasy Vanity Set For Girls; Brand: Step2; Review: gift for granddaughter...she loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Innovations Shiloh 12-inch Memory Foam Mattress, Bed in a Box, Quilted Cover, Made in The USA, 20-Year Warranty; Brand: Sleep Innovations; Review: I sleep great with no aches or pains anymore from my old traditional mattress. I was nervous buying a mattress online, but my friend bought the same kind and I went off what her reviews were and do not regret it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monster High Table Lamp; Brand: Mattel; Review: gift for granddaughter...she loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Liberty B42302Q-SN-C5 Heavy Duty Coat and Hat Hook, 3-inch, Matte Nickel; Brand: Liberty; Review: Wanted something simple and strong. Does the job.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alpine Mirror & Art Beveled Mirror, Contoured Black; Brand: Alpine Art & Mirror; Review: Very nice mirror. Looks great in remodeled bathroom.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Makhry Mixed 20 Extra Large Antique Bronze Finish Skeleton Keys Rustic Key for Wedding Decoration Favor(Bronze); Brand: Makhry; Review: very nice and sturdy. Just like a real key.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Top Rated Bellemain Stainless Steel Non-Slip Mixing Bowls with Lids, 4 Piece Set Includes 1 Qt, 1.5 Qt, 3; Brand: Bellemain; Review: This was a gift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lavish Home Memory Foam Shag Bath Mat 2-Feet by 5-Feet- Grey; Brand: Lavish Home; Review: love this rug. Buy it, you will not be disappointed. It is so nice to walk on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NICETOWN Room Darkening Curtain for Kids Bedroom Nursery Essential Thermal Insulated Solid Grommet Top Drape Panel (Lavender Pink=Baby; Brand: NICETOWN; Review: Love the curtains and the color. Depending on the color of your room they seem to pick up a hint of that color making them go even better w/the decor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Covers For The Home Stitched Edge Flannel Backed Vinyl Tablecloth - Medallion Pattern - 54" X 72"; Brand: Covers For The Home; Review: Great table cover. Cleanse great. Better than unfitted kind as always blowing off.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Koldfront WAC25001W 208/230v 25,000 BTU Heat/Cool Window Air Conditioner - White; Brand: Koldfront; Review: Just what we needed for our three season room; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Brooks Women's Utopia Thermal Pant; Brand: ; Review: Purchased these pants for winter running. Bought a size small and they fit perfectly- I'm 5'3 and 122lbs. I was worried because pants are usually long on me but these fit well. They are extremely comfortable and kept me warm on my run. I love that they are fitted but not too tight.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maks Ladies Running Cycling Tennis Athletic Skirt Skort; Brand: Maks; Review: I am very pleased with this skirt. The sizing was a bit tricky- so I'd review the sizing chart. I am 5'3 / 122lbs and the Medium fit perfectly. Used it to run in, very comfortable. Plan to order another in different color.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LifeSpan TR1200i Folding Treadmill; Brand: LifeSpan Fitness; Review: I've had this treadmill for 8 months and I love it. Basic in terms of computer screen, but meets my needs for daily running. It's comfortable to run on, folds up nicely and is fairly quiet. Handles changes in incline smoothly and efficiently. Would recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Women's Sparkle Running Skirt | Running Tutu | Glitter Running Skirt | Running Costume | Sequin Running Skirt; Brand: Sparkle Athletic; Review: Bought this for a friend for a fun run- it is so cute! My friend loved it. It's a good length but you would still need something underneath it for running. Pretty color. Recommend and I will be buying one for myself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Epic MMA Gear Burnout Yoga Racerback Tank Tops; Brand: Epic MMA Gear; Review: Love this tank. Fits great perfect length. Have it in orange too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elite Sportz Exercise Sliders are Double Sided and Work Smoothly on Any; Brand: Elite Sportz Equipment; Review: Purchased these after using similar ones at gym. Well constructed and easy to use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Here Lies Bridget; Author: Paige Harbison; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Predictable There were definitely some good aspects of this book but I feel like they were overshadowed by the bad. I was really interested in reading a book from the prospective of the archetypal popular girl. Bridget Duke is the epitome of bitchy, popular, rich girl and Harbison does a really good job in identifying Bridget's insecurities which often cause her to act out or bring attention to herself. Plus, Bridget's intentions are often less mean than they come across and she even feels guilt. Yes she justifies her actions but hey, at least we know she is human. You see her evolution into who she has become now through a series of stories on her childhood but when it comes to the plot itself, the story falls flat. The book opens with Bridget driving as fast as she can, with suicidal thoughts swirling her brain. More specifically how everyone would react and how much they would miss her. She then begins to tell us about how she got to this sorry state. Unfortunately Bridget's fall from power seemed to take an awfully long time (about half the book in fact). It began to bore me and it wouldn't be so bad until you read the second half in which she has to relive these memories through the viewpoint of FIVE other people which is even more tedious. Harbison seems to skip over the clearly more interesting supernatural aspect of the story. And the enlightened Bridget patronises her readers a little. Bridget's redemption is swift and easy. It took half a book to establish years of the deterioration in her character yet it takes just five memories and a couple of apologies to fix things. The ending is so predictable that I don't know why I bothered reading it. For a full review, see my blog post: arubunpublished; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Beauty Queens; Author: Libba Bray; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I feel like I have very little to say on this book and as a result of that I've found myself stumbling into the alien territories of a short review. How do we set up this book? First, think of Lord of the Flies, Replace school boys with American teen beauty queens. Add a bit of humour, a shifty corporation (aptly named The Corporation) and reality t.v pirates and you have Beauty Queens by Libba Bray. It's a satiric book and Bray's use of satire and parody are excellent. It ranges from certain characters emulating the ideal beauty queen to references to popular culture with a little twist (such as the fictional band Boyz Will B Boyz) to footnotes that explain said pop culture references. The book begins with a plane crash landing onto an island with the teen beauty queens struggling to survive and as it goes along it explores each girl's reasoning behind entering this competition. After a while you notice a certain pattern with this book. Absolutely no girl is presented as shallow here; each has some sort of deep and complex story behind why she's entered the competition and does start to wear a little bit thin. The thing is, this book is far far too long for what it is. It is a fairly predictable story and it really does not need to be 400 or so pages long. I think it could have worked better on screen (as a mini series?) as it often imitates t.v, with the use of "ad breaks", product placement and the number of characters is akin to an ensemble cast. There wasn't any character in particular that could be called the protagonist and books with this "ensemble" cast often end up being far too long just to fit everyone's story in. It works better on t.v (not always, but still) and the last hundred or so pages were just a drag. from my blog: arubunpublished; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fangirl; Author: Rainbow Rowell; Genres: fiction, young-adult, romance; Review: Review (spoiler-free): By the time I got round to reading Fangirl I had high expectations for it - it's pretty big on the booktube community. And I have to say, it really lived up to it's hype. I flew through the pages - Fangirl is definitely worth reading. Out of all the books I've ever read, Cath, the titular fangirl is the most relatable character I've ever read about. She's a bookish nerd, who loves her universe's version of Harry Potter - Simon Snow - and lives in t-shirts and jeans and, unlike many characters, faces social anxiety. I think my relatability to Cath somewhat stems from the fact that this story starts as she's going to university and all of my experiences just flooded in as I read. She was meeting new people, not handling inevitable change too well and unwilling or unable to socialise. Cath's social anxieties are portrayed well - it's the little things like her inability to go to the dinner hall and the panic she feels when, upon moving in, she finds a boy in her room. This is contrasted by her twin sister, Wren, attending the same university, who aims to break free from the identity they held in their home town. It's really interesting to see these two different paths taken and how the characters change from the beginning to the end of the book. The plot itself is very much a tame university experience - not something you often get from American media. And I suppose it's because we're shown a different league of characters here and really it's this and the idea of belonging to a fandom that makes the book. Cath spends her days on the internet as "Magicath", an internet-famous fan fiction/slash fiction author and nerd. "To really be a nerd, she'd decided, you had to prefer fictional worlds to the real one. Cath would move into the World of Mages in a heartbeat"" This is the epitome of nerddom isn't it? The inability to exist like a normal human being in the real world because you belong in a world that only exists in fantasy. The world Cath is referring to is of course Simon Snow's world. This was a fun addition to the plot and by creating Simon Snow from scratch it creates a barrier between the reader and Cath - we don't have these same associations with Simon Snow as she does, we don't know the stories and so we don't necessarily understand her obsession. However to add realism and a certain history to these stories and immerse the reader a little bit further, there are extracts from the Simon Snow series as well as Cath's slash fiction extracts. Some of these extracts went on for a bit too long in my opinion (though I won't lie, I'd definitely read Simon Snow if it existed) and a reference to Harry Potter was totally unnecessary and could have been avoided to maintain the flow of the novel. Plus the attempt to portray Simon as British fell a little flat; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crazy Rich Asians (Crazy Rich Asians #1); Author: Kevin Kwan; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: Review (Spoiler Free): The title of this book is apt, it very much is about Asians who are, yep you guessed it, crazy rich. And those words form the precise terminology for this class of billionaire - people with more money than sense. The novel follows three branches of a rich Singaporean based Chinese family. There are a few simultaneous plots but it mostly revolves around Nicholas Young, the heir apparent to a vast fortune and his girlfriend Rachel Chu, an American-Born Chinese (or ABC as they are known as) as he brings her to Singapore to meet his family for the first time and, everyone presumes, to pop the question. If you're ready to relax and plunge yourself into a mindless summer read, this is the book for you. Though it takes a little while to figure out who all the characters are, you're given a family tree in the beginning of the book. We get a real sense of how lavish this lifestyle is from the detailed descriptions of the food, everyone's clothing, their huge houses and oh, did I mention the food? Because there's a lot of it. The entire book spans about three weeks leading up to the wedding of the season and follows Rachel's experiences as she struggles to fit in, made worse by all the stirring and plotting that surrounds her in an attempt to send her home prematurely. We also see some of the other members of the clan exposing that money cannot buy you happiness. Plotwise however the book is rather weak - it's a generic romp through the lives of the rich and the rejection of someone deemed to be lesser. Not that original but, it has a certain something. Whilst others have proclaimed that this novel's merits lie in its hilarity and satire, I believe that the real selling point to the story is the Asian aspect. It's quite refreshing to have a cast of solely Asian characters in a contemporary read but I think more significantly, we're given quite an insight into the rich members of Singaporean society. We, like some of characters, are unaware of how old and established some of these rich families are in Singapore. Having moved away from China before the Communists entered the picture we might wonder whether these families who can trace their lineage back to royalty actually exist. Whilst the shallow lives of the rich will inevitably result in a shallow plot the Asian stage means that the rules are a little bit different. There's quite a lot of interesting ideas being thrown at you here; the prejudices held against the Mainland Chinese, the idea that money is more valuable than love and the fact that these rich families tend to keep Western rather than traditional names. On top of which the attitudes towards having mistresses is that they are seen as part of the norm, as status symbols for married men and indeed Nick is encouraged to keep his girlfriend as a mistress rather than shame the family by marrying beneath him. Almost; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Year of Living Danishly: My Twelve Months Unearthing the Secrets of the World's Happiest Country; Author: Helen Russell; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: The Year of Living Danishly is the first non-fiction book I've read in *checks reading log, with creased line forming between brows at the slew of fiction books on the list, takes a deep breath* at least the past few years. During my brief but lovely time doing work experience at Icon Books I was surrounded by non-fiction and I picked it up there. I'm not sure how I've managed to avoid non-fiction for this long because as well as being really interesting, this book has been a very enjoyable read. The Danish are supposed to be the happiest people in the world, and this intrigued me as much as it did Russell. Russell, a journalist in real life, frames her journey to rural Jutland, Denmark with an introduction of her life in London. She describes being thirty-something, and not quite as together, not quite as happy as one should be by this stage in their life. She opens with the idea that she's been feeling like something is missing when her husband approaches her with the opportunity to live in Denmark for a year. So Russell and her husband, who by the way is referred to throughout the text as "Lego-man" because yep, you've guessed it, he works for Lego, move to Denmark and our journey begins with Russell's. She divvies the 12(ish) chapters of her book to reflect their 12 months in the country, each chapter taking on a new theme. The chapters have their own coherent topics with connecting ideas threading their way through the book (heads up, Danes are big on tradition) and each month ends with a brief list of what Russell feels she has learnt about Denmark. This way of splitting up the book, despite if being fairly long at 368 pages, made it quite manageable to read in small chunks. The 12 chapters feature information from the way that the Danish feel about animals to their view on food to the uniquely Danish concept of "hygge". There's a lot on this concept - it's about being warm and cosy and with family but I can't do it the same justice that Russell does. She also interviews a lot of people during the course of her book including experts, locals and fellow immigrants living in Denmark giving a nice mixture between anecdotal evidence and statistics. She is a very enjoyable (and very British) narrator. It often feels like she's created a character for herself in the book, akin to a "chick-lit" book about a journalist adventuring a new land with new foreign concepts. Her fairly British approach coupled with the implication that Danish mentality is universal make for a really light-hearted and enjoyable read. I guess the question is as an outsider, am I convinced? Is going Danish the way to go? At first, I felt that we should all move to Denmark. Denmark is the happiest country in the world for a reason ! The more I read, however, the more the cynic inside of me began to point out the flaws - well of; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Accident Season; Author: Moira Fowley-Doyle; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: The Accident Season is by far one of the best books I've read in a long time. It is a YA novel that doesn't feel like YA - it's got a certain sophistication in its language and its premise that sets it apart. Seeing the title and the blurb I thought that it was another fantasy book - the hook being that there's a season where everyone just has horrendous luck (which to be honest is still a pretty damn awesome premise) but the book is actually focused on one family that seems to have bad luck once a year. "Seems" is a very important word here because the book has a very ambiguous approach to whether anything is magical or whether everything is all in the protagonists' head. The story takes place during one accident season (or more accurately month, but let's be poetic here) leading up to a Halloween party and the end of the season. And it's a halloween party that you wish could be real - The Black Cat and Whiskey Moon Masquerade party - that is set in an abandoned house in the middle of nowhere. But parties aside we're also introduced to a cast of really interesting teens from the protagonist Cara who dreams about changeling versions of her siblings and friends to Bea who reads fortunes to the missing(?) Elsie who types out peoples secrets. This book is more a contemporary teen novel with dark and eerie magical twists and the uncertainty throughout is part of its compelling nature. Dreams mix with reality here and this story is beautifully written. The flaw I would pick in the book however (and I am aware that this is a very personal flaw) is the relationship between our protagonist Cara and her ex-step-brother Sam. The nature of their relationship is a little bit too ambiguous (I know, I was praising the ambiguity a moment ago) for my liking. So when Cara (quite obviously I might add) is crushing on Sam I think it could have been handled a little better. It was confusing for Cara and by extension and by the nature of the first person narrative, it was confusing for the reader too. (Oh, and they drink a lot of whiskey and wine, what kind of teenagers do this? I genuinely want to know...) This book is wonderfully written and I can only describe it as hauntingly beautiful. You start as an outsider but become so heavily invested in the magic of the plot - I couldn't stop reading it. from my blog: arubunpublished; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Tiny Book of Tiny Stories, Vol. 1; Author: Joseph Gordon-Levitt; Genres: young-adult, comics, children, poetry, paranormal, graphic, non-fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: The lovely thing about this book is that it is super quick to read, and you can open it at any page and start reading. And at about 80 pages long there are enough stories in it that you could reread it straight away. Some stories are sad, some are quirky, and some humorous. They're only about one or two lines long and each is paired with an image inspired by the story the other an image that matches.Some stories are better than others, some are forgettable but it's a nice little book that even the busiest reader can pick up/; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bees; Author: Laline Paull; Genres: paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: How do I even begin to write about Laline Paull's The Bees? I simply couldn't review it at first - I had half finished sentences such as "made me question so much" and "because bees are WEIRD" and "I have no more words" floating around because I guarantee that it is the weirdest book you will ever read. I'm here to help you out - it might be less strange if you know a little bit more about it going in. So, The Bees, first and foremost is about bees. It is not a metaphor (well it could be, but stick with me here). It is not, as my friend presumed, a larger analogy for a future dystopian society. It is about bees, told through the perspective of a bee and stars almost exclusively bees featuring the occasional evil wasp and prophetic spider. The novel follows the life of a bee named Flora 717 who, despite being born a low-ranking sanitation bee, is almost immediately pushed up the ranks. This is because she can is not mute like sanitation workers usually are and is adept at creating Flow - the bee version of nursing milk. So begins her journey through the rankings of the hive. Flora is special both by being physically larger and furrier than other bees and through her many unique abilities. Her place is not at sanitation level but it is fate rather than ambition pulls her through the story. I think the most compelling part of this novel is how cultish it is. It is absolutely fascinating. There were times where I had to remind myself that this was a story about bees and life for them is truly about protecting the hive and the queen first and foremost with possibly a cult-like loyalty when translated into human terms. But the parallels are uncanny from phrases such as "Accept, Obey, Serve", referring to the queen bee as Holy Mother to the use of scent in the hive that calms the bees down, making them feel content. And, though it is never fully explained, the hive itself seems to be alive with scent and messages built into its tessellated tiles. I think the strangest aspect of the reading experience is not quite knowing where Paull stops using factual information and starts using her imagination because the line is thin. Bees are strange creatures in real life. Only the queen reproduces. Male bees do indeed die after mating. Priestess bees can read your mind if your antennae touch- Wait. That might be one of Paull's inventions. However I didn't feel that the stakes were high till the final few chapters. The ease with which Flora initially starts moving between the ranks and the lack of early consequence for her rebellious actions means that I was never very worried for her. Plus Flora is quite an isolated character - partly because she is supposed to be one of many but partly because her interactions with others are either brief or with characters she can't trust with her secrets. Having stepped away; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: And Then There Were None; Author: Agatha Christie; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: The premise of And Then There Were None is titillating - like a murder mystery party. Ten seemingly unrelated guests are invited by a mysterious U.N Owen to Soldier Island and slowly, one by one, they all begin to die, following the "10 Little Soldier Boys" nursery rhyme (which has more racist origins but has clearly been edited for modern audiences). The book opens by first introducing a variety of characters - from a secretary to a doctor to a pair of servants - and then almost immediately accuses everyone of murder. And then the deaths begin. For those like me who are used to reading Poirot it is interesting to see the shift in dynamic with the narrative; there is no obvious character for the reader to align themselves with. Do you trust Judge Lawrence Wargrave, a senior member of the party? Do you trust William Henry Blore, a former police inspector? Or do you trust the frail Ethel Rogers, the butler's wife? It truly is like a game of Cluedo and no one is an obvious criminal. In fact Christie felt compelled to add in an epilogue at the end because it was so complex a story. And indeed, I think the book would be incomplete without it and the deaths would remain a mystery. I like a mystery to be cleverer than me and I was definitely pleased with this one. The setting of Soldier Island is ominous; although it is just off the coast of Devon and described as deliberately modern, it becomes akin to a haunted house as a storm hits the island, trapping our ten guests there. There is a distinct sense of tension and unease throughout the novel as no one is above suspicion and it is interesting to explore each character's background story. I especially liked the guilt that featured in the book - many characters imagine apparitions of those they have wronged visiting them which adds a little bit of an artistic and supernatural-esque twist without stepping out of the realms of reality. Might add that the BBC adaptation - 3 parts, 2 hours each - is wonderful and really worth the watch (I ended up watching all 6 episodes in one go) so I would highly recommend both. It was a really compelling read, and it doesn't become any easier to figure out the culprit even as one by one each character is killed off. I highly recommend reading it and I cannot finish this post without adding that the BBC adaptation is excellent and really worth the watch (I ended up watching all 3 episodes in one go).; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
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Title: Zelda Master Twilight Princess Link's 42" Sword All Foam; Brand: Etrading; Review: cool gift; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fox Outfitters 16oz Stainless Steel Pint Cups (Pack of 5); Brand: Fox Outfitters; Review: great for camping; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fox Outfitters Neolite Single Camping Hammock - Lightweight Portable Nylon Parachute Hammock for Backpacking, Travel, Beach, Yard. Hammock Straps; Brand: Fox Outfitters; Review: super big and comfy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Injinji Run 2.0 Lightweight No-Show Toe Socks; Brand: Injinji; Review: great socks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Third Eye Headlamps - Powerful LED Headlamp Flashlight - Style Meets Performance - 168 Lumens - Multiple Brightness Settings; Brand: Third Eye Headlamps; Review: great lamp; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Injinji Run 2.0 Lightweight No-Show Toe Socks; Brand: Injinji; Review: great socks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Third Eye Headlamps - Totally Awesome Headbands - Replacement Headlamp Strap - Six Style Options - Artist Designed; Brand: Third Eye Headlamps; Review: great band; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Near Death; Author: Visit Amazon's Glenn Cooper Page; Review: Near death; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Darlene Bobich: Zombie Killer; Author: Visit Amazon's Armand Rosamilia Page; Review: Just another zombie story. This time it was very well written by a very imaginative author! I love the "girly" twist ! I wasn't very impressed by the audio version but that didn't stop me from liking the storyline.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zombie Fallout; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Tufo Page; Review: This is a great free read! The walking dead has nothing on this! Great story and if your into audio books then you will love it even more. All I can say is give it a try. ...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zombie Fallout 6: 'Til Death Do Us Part; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Tufo Page; Review: I'm hooked...the author does an awesome job that is brought to life by an awesome narration ( if your into audio books) Either way you can't go wrong with this series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zombie Fallout 7: For The Fallen; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Tufo Page; Review: I have to say that the author does an awesome job of pulling me into the story. I can really relate to the main character (mike) who tends to ramble a bit..; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Hamilton Beach Keep Warm 2-Slice Toaster (22811); Brand: Hamilton Beach; Review: This toaster definitely has some pros and cons. I'd give it 3-1/2 stars if able. What I like most: the slots are big enough to handle just about anything you might want to toast. My wide Vitatops that would barely fit in my old toaster have plenty of room here as do extra long slices of bread. All features seem to work just fine. The slide out crumb tray is nice.. The beeping at beginning and end of toasting cycle is OK with me. What's one more beeping appliance in a kitchen full of them? Cons: the cord coming out of the toaster near the front is really annoying but I was able to direct it towards the back using some simple twist ties. A 2-minute fix. (It would have been so much better if they put the cord at the back and the crumb tray in the front.) The biggest problem with this model is it doesn't perform well the basic function of a toaster, which is to evenly toast slices of bread. It's especially noticeable if you are toasting 4 slices at a time. It's a toaster! They have been around for 100 years (according to Downton Abbey!) It's annoying that it can't perform this basic function well. One solution is to toast on a low setting, flip the bread around and toast again. While I find this annoying I'm not going to return this item. I spent 2 hours reading reviews on toasters before I selected this one and it seems most models have similar problems or worse. It's a basic appliance. I'm not sure why manufacturers can't produce a model that consistently performs well. My prior 2 toasters lasted over 20 years each. I have a sneaking suspicion this one will not hold nearly as well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schneider Industries Micro Vacuum Attachment 7 Piece Kit; Brand: Schneider Industries; Review: Good value for the low price. Took me a while to figure out how to make it work with my Shark vaccum and once I did figure it out, it's not a perfect tight fit, but there's enough suction for what I want to use it for ... cleaning keyboards, small places where dust and dirt collects in the car. Used it to clean out lint deep in dryer vent. Worked pretty well.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: H.VERSAILTEX Blackout Star Curtains for Boys Room Ultra Sleep Energy Saving Thermal Insulated Navy Star Kids Room Curtain for Boy's; Brand: H.VERSAILTEX; Review: The drapery panels are of a nice weight. I'm using them on French doors in our basement and they should help insulate against the cold. The background color is more tan than the off-white that appears in the photo but they will still help liven up a dull, drab space They arrivedpromptly. I'm quite pleased with this item.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spectrum 35000 Diversified Wall Mount Hanger Holder Closet Organizer, White; Brand: Spectrum Diversified; Review: Had one of these in my laundry room. Loved it, so bought another when my daughter needed some extra room to hang her clothes. Works well, sturdy and folds out of the way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Home-it 30 Pack Clothes Hangers Gray Velvet Hangers Love Shaped Clothes Hanger Ultra Thin No Slip; Brand: Home-it; Review: Bought these for my daughter. She loved the cute heart design and that her clothing won't slide off of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tovolo Vented, Easy Grip, Collapsible Microwave Cover, 10.5 Inch, Red; Brand: Tovolo; Review: Does the job. Keeps microwave clean. Completely covers a dinner plate. The collapsible feature makes it easy to store. Love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Set of 4 Moscow Mule Copper Mugs with Copper Shot Glass - Four 16 Oz Copper Moscow Mule Mugs; Brand: Willow & Everett; Review: The cups arrived much sooner than expected, in good shape. However I noticed once I started using the cup, there is a dark discoloration something like a iron color, and I wonder if it is a copper plated iron or something of that sort of metal or is it an expected colour change from a copper cup. Hope I get an answer to this so I can use it with peace of mind; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Server Set, Cake, Pie, Desert Flatware Set, Tree Branch Design, 2-piece 18/10 Stainless steel with brass handles; Brand: RS Accessories LLC; Review: love everything about it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JapanBargain S-1826, Japanese Plastic Kome Bitsu Raw Rice Storage Container, 10 kgs; Brand: JapanBargain; Review: Wow !! I was looking for a good quality, big size rice storage bin, and I found it. The lid is not airtight, but I knew it when I purchased it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le Creuset Enamel-on-Steel Whistling 1-4/5-Quart Teakettle, Cerise (Cherry Red); Brand: Le Creuset; Review: I would never purchase Tea pots from Le Creuset, this one is cheap. The one I received has a small thick raised part on its enamel coating inside which I wanted to remove but did not , as i am afraid of rusting. The rim ring is moving around allready. Thats screaming poor quality. I haven't even used it for 2 months. Jeez, I ordered this and send my previous one to Goodwill, I should 've waited.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: OXO Good Grips Zester and Grater; Brand: OXO; Review: good quality zester; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elegant Chill Glass Carafe Water Pitcher – For The Modern Home -; Brand: bobucuisine; Review: very beautifull jar !!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Balichun Mattress Pad Cover Queen Size Pillowtop 300TC Down Alternative Mattress Topper with 8-21-Inch Deep Pocket; Brand: ; Review: Nice thick pad !!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DEEPPRO Silent Wall Clock Solid Wood 14-inches Square Non Ticking Digital Quiet Sweep Decorative Vintage Wooden Clocks (Dark Brown); Brand: DEEPPRO; Review: Very beautifull clock; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vitchelo Natural Closet Air Freshener Purifier, Shoe Deodorizer; Brand: Vitchelo; Review: I dab essental oil on it and hide it in different places in my house, and my whole house smells nicely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bellemain Stainless Steel Measuring Cup Set, 6 Piece; Brand: Bellemain; Review: very sturdy, love it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hilton San Diego Resort Spa; City: San Diego California; Review: My husband surprised me with a trip to San Diego for my birthday and we stayed at several properties but this is the first stop. The property was beautiful and clean. The food was fantastic.. The spa services were pricey but nice.. We stayed in the Water view Villa.. Gorgeous and spacious.. Loved it, loved it, loved it..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TRS Turquesa Hotel; City: Punta Cana La Altagracia Province Dominican Republic; Review: Appearance wise this resort had breathtaking views. Unfortunately we traveled in groups in which we have an annual couples trip and they had us spread across the resort. We went from Oct .7- 13, 2013. But I'm going to speak only for me.. We reserved the Oceanview/front Honeymoon suite for our 1 year anniversary. It took a slightly uncomfortable wait til we were able to check in but tried to over look it because the excitement of being on vacation. Finally get to our room where we were greeted by little black bugs every where and no air conditioning.. So we immediately went to the front desk and reported the air was working and went to eat. We stopped at the disco that wasn't multicultural at all and returned to the room for the night. I woke up during the night with trouble breathing because it was sooo hot... Called the front desk and was told that they were coming. Never came during the night. The next day they did come and just tore the room up, and this turned into an all day thing. They asked to move our room. But there were no honeymoon suites available until the next day of a 5 day trip. So we allowed them to move our things which we packed up because they left the door open ALL day because the workers just came in and out.. I literally had to put on my bathing suit in the shower for privacy and it still wasn't private. So after staying at the pool just to stay out of their way and because we didn't have a room, we returned to the front desk asking where did they move us to.. Now get this, they didn't know where they put our bags.. I immediately started emailing my travel agent furious.. After about 45-1 hour of them trying to figure out where our bags were, they found that they put us in a Royal Suite Deluxe room which is a downgrade with no ocean view. Still trying to enjoy our vacation we just pretty much went with the flow for the rest of the weekend. They asked if we wanted to change rooms AGAIN for the last night which seemed dumb seeing as though we had to pack and move every day of our stay. The resort is gorgeous.. We met our butler 1 time and he acted like he knew me for some reason. But the butler in the lobby building was awesome and very helpful when she didn't have to be. Once back my travel agency tried to get the resort to refund the difference between the honeymoon suite and the Royal deluxe suite and the resort would never take the call or return the call.. Horrible customer service. If I don't ever have to return to Dominican Republic I won't. Customer service in the lobby of Turquesa was horrible, food was good at the restaurants we went to.. Casino was more like a game room. But if was better when someone saw the bracelets,; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort Spa; City: Cabo San Lucas Los Cabos Baja California; Review: My husband brought me to Dreams Cabo for my birthday... The cleanliness of the room was wonderful. The food was mediocre.. The service was okay.. Kind of seemed like we were bothering the cook at the bar by the pool as if we were inconveniencing him when ordering our burger.. And some staff seemed not to understand items when your ordering in the restaurants. Otherwise the service was great.. Resort is beautiful.. Never been to a resort that I couldn't get into the ocean so that was strange.. Also I am used to being at adult only resorts and this is certainly a family resort but that didn't take anything from our experience. We did upgrade to Club Level so we can have the extra amenities and enjoy premium drinks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Belize Ocean Club; City: Placencia Stann Creek; Review: Service was amazing and resort is absolutely beautiful... I enjoyed myself so much I cannot wait to go back.. My only issue is that it wasn't all inclusive.. But the prices were reasonable and the food is good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sandals Montego Bay; City: Montego Bay Saint James Parish Jamaica; Review: Every year since we got married we have had a couples trip. This year we went to Sandals Montego Bay. When I plan these trips my goal is to achieve romance, adventure, pampering, fun and relaxation. Well I am sooo happy to say that Sandals Montego Bay helped in achieving all of that. We however did have a few hiccups but that was mostly between the corporate office and resort.. AND because I am the planner I had to handle it.. But overall we all 7 couples had an amazing time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: The Paleo Approach Cookbook: A Detailed Guide to Heal Your Body and Nourish Your Soul; Author: Visit Amazon's Sarah Ballantyne Page; Review: I have been cooking my way through The Paleo Approach Cookbook since the day it was released. So far everything I've made has been delicious! I'm happy to add some new staples into my diet, as I closely follow AIP, and was surprised to learn that her version of foods I was already making are SO much more flavorful. Such as the stock... YUM! My husband has been very skeptical in some of the new recipes I've tried, but he's enjoyed everything as well. The clam chowder is now a new favorite for him and my boys. My favorite part about the book are the suggestions for how to modify the recipes for FODMAP sensitivities or substitute different ingredients based on preferences or what you have on hand. I highly recommend this book not only for those who are new to the paleo approach, but have been following for some time. You won't be disappointed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Paleo Approach: Reverse Autoimmune Disease and Heal Your Body; Author: Visit Amazon's Sarah Ballantyne Page; Review: Such a great read for anyone looking to begin the paleo approach lifestyle, or understand why someone may be doing so. I already knew that this approach was helping in reversing my autoimmune symptoms, but I honestly had no idea why. This book did such a good job at explaining it all in a way that was easy to understand, and in turn communicate to others. I find myself returning to it over and over again when I or others have questions. All the answers I need are here! If you are struggling with an Autoimmune Disease, or know someone who is, I highly recommend you purchase this book. You won't regret it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Pilgrim's Progress: From John Bunyan's Classic; Author: Helen L. Taylor; Review: I can't believe I haven't read this sooner! I've been reading this with my 4 and 7 year old boys, and they can't get enough of it. Every night they beg me to keep reading, and I usually do since I enjoy the story so much myself. I would highly recommend this to all ages!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: He Won't Know It's Paleo: 100+ Autoimmune Protocol recipes to create with love and share with pride; Author: Visit Amazon's Breanna D Emmitt Page; Review: I really, REALLY want to be able to give this cookbook 5 stars because I (and my family) have enjoyed so many of the recipes, but the editing of this book was so poorly executed that I just can't. There were many recipes that made no sense as written and I quickly found that I have to carefully read the whole recipe before attempting to make it. I am an experienced cook, so I've had no problem using this as a guideline and improvising where needed, but for the average person following along, you would most likely end up in tears. Something that happens all to frequently as it is for those of us following the Autoimmune Protocol. For this reason, the price of the book is too high. This should have been offered as a much cheaper e-book as currently written. However, if this cookbook was properly edited and re-released, I wouldn't mind paying for it and would definitely recommend it to others. Edit: After making the strawberry cake recipe I had to come back and add a star. The batter was tricky to work with, but with some patience, it turned out amazing. I served it to several other non-aip followers and everyone was a fan! I can't wait to make it again!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Selah: The Simple Practice of Peace When You Need It Most; Author: Visit Amazon's Kristen Kill Page; Review: With each page of this book, I found myself breathing a little deeper and exhaling a little longer. Beautifully written, the truths presented here are perfect to be reminded of during your morning cup of coffee, before nodding off to bed, or anytime in between. I appreciate that the book makes you ponder life without being too heavy or giving a long to-do list. It really is so lovely, and I'm already reading it through a second time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Hampton Inn Mountain Home; City: Mountain Home Arkansas; Review: We stayed here during our return trip home to MO from Dallas TX. Very nice place, clean rooms, common areas were clean and organized. Breakfast was the average hotel fare, but I did enjoy the hot oatmeal. We went to breakfast about 8:30 a.m. and supplies were getting low, no bread for toast left. Check in and out were quick and simple. Beds were comfortable and pillows far exceeded those at the other two hotels we stayed at on our trip!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Emory at Lake Fork Inn Suites; City: Emory Texas; Review: We stayed two nights at this hotel to attend Canton First Monday Trade Days. It is about 20 miles from Canton, but much less expensive than hotels in Canton on that weekend. The facility was clean, breakfast was average. Our bathroom was not cleaned and restocked with wash cloths or shampoo, etc. after the first night. However, the desk clerk supplied the items we needed and did so with a smile and a positive attitude! If the need/opportunity presents itself, we would stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Texarkana Inn Suites; City: Texarkana Arkansas; Review: Room was clean and nicely decorated. Bed was comfortable, pillows were not. Our room was on the front side of the hotel so there was a lot of noise from the parking lot. No trouble checking in or out. Pretty good value for the money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport; City: Lincoln Nebraska; Review: I believe this hotel was built in 2015, but our room still smelled brand new. Walk in shower was nice, however the floor of the shower was very slippery. Use the bath mat! Check in was simple, check out too. Check in clerk was swamped, but was still very pleasant. Breakfast was typical Hampton Inn style. Coffee and drinks available in the lobby the whole time we were there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Waco North; City: Bellmead Texas; Review: After driving 12 plus hours in one day, we stopped here for the night. The check in clerk was overwhelmed with guests to serve, but handled each of us professionally and courteously. The room was clean and comfortable. But, I have to say this was the noisiest hotel I've ever stayed in! Our room was on the backside of the building away from the highway, but still it sounded like the semi trucks were barreling down the hallway outside our door. Needless to say, we didn't get much sleep.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Fort Worth Fossil Creek; City: Fort Worth Texas; Review: Not the best Hampton Inn experience here for us. I asked the desk clerk at check in where we should park. She said our room was on the back side of the hotel, so we could park in the back and come in the back door. There was no back entrance to the hotel, it was all fenced off for the pool. We parked at a side entrance thinking that was where she meant. We lugged our suitcases the entire length of a hallway of rooms to the elevator. When we departed the elevator on our floor, we discovered our room was actually on the front side of the hotel and nearly overlooked the front door and awning of the hotel. I guess a little exercise never hurt anyone, but we were tired and it was aggravating. We were not offered water at check in. Later in the evening, I went to the pantry to get sodas and snacks. No one at the front desk. I was there several minutes as was another lady wanting to check in. I was leaving a note showing the items I wanted to purchase, the clerk showed up. No apology, no explanation. The next morning, I noticed some brown smears on the wall near the hinge side of the shower door. I didn't investigate as to what that might have been. The door to our room was difficult to open and close. It rubbed the casing. The deadbolt didn't work properly as a result. And yes, I reported these things at check out. They can't fix them if they don't know about them. Would I stay at this hotel again? Possibly if there was no other Hampton in the area available.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Nashville Airport Hotel; City: Nashville Davidson County Tennessee; Review: We stayed at this hotel during our quick trip to Nashville to see the Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman Auditorium. The hotel was conveniently located off of Interstate 40. The room was nicely furnished and clean for the most part. There was a "run" on the back of the bathroom door in our room. It looked like the housekeeper had a wet cloth in her hand when she touched the door handle and soapy water ran down the back of the door. I wiped it away so I didn't have to look at it every time I shut the bathroom door. Anyway, we slept well although being near the airport meant we could hear takeoffs now and again. My husband was delighted with breakfast as they served bacon rather than just sausage. For you sausage lovers, they served both patties and links on the morning we were there. The price was better than most hotels of this quality in the area. I'd stay in this hotel again if we travel back to Nashville in the future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson Big Rapids MI; City: Big Rapids Mecosta County Michigan; Review: This hotel is located just off Highway 131 in Big Rapids. It is next door to a Meijer store and just behind a Culver's restaurant. Beds were ok, hotel was clean, staff was pleasant to work with. Breakfast was the usual hotel breakfast fare. We would stay here again if in the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Suites Portage; City: Portage Indiana; Review: We chose this hotel for our first overnight stay during our trip. This is a new hotel, not sure when it opened, but it even "smelled" new. Check in was easy. Room was hot upon arrival, but an adjustment of the thermostat cooled it off quickly. Hotel is easy on and off Interstate 94. Beds were comfortable, not crazy about the pillows. No loud noises noted. Breakfast was good, usual hotel breakfast fare. They served bacon that morning rather than the usual sausage patties. Check out bill was wrong, but corrected quickly by a pleasant employee who immediately saw the problem. We will definitely stay at this hotel if we are in the area and stay overnight again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Candlewood Suites Goodlettsville Nashville; City: Goodlettsville Davidson County Tennessee; Review: This is a brand new hotel. We stayed in a queen bed one room suite. Kitchenette is fully equipped. Room is nicely furnished, but too small for the amount of furniture included in my opinion. Queen sized bed, recliner, desk chair and a slipper chair in addition to the kitchenette area. Recliner was too heavy to move out away from the bedside table to be able to recline. Bed was comfortable with nice linens, soft and firm pillows available. Bathroom could have been cleaned better. Drywall texture spray still remained on the tub and floor. Tile baseboard and floor were dusty. When mentioned to the manager, he said they are still working on finishing up the construction clean up. This is an extended stay hotel. I didn't realize that when I booked our one night stay. No breakfast is served here.The "cupboard" store is well stocked and fairly reasonably priced. Oscar was very professional and helpful during our stay. He was very interested in the feedback we provided. It is very apparent they are working toward earning a "5 star" review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites South Portland; City: South Portland Maine; Review: This hotel has been fully renovated. It is very nicely landscaped outside and decorated beautifully throughout. We observed a small roach looking insect crawling on the wall when we first got to our room. We exterminated him and never saw any other insect so it was most likely just a fluke. Otherwise, our room was clean and comfortable. Choice of firm or soft pillows. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was normal fare, usual variety. We missed breakfast the day they apparently served bacon. Our room was serviced after the first night, but shampoo and conditioner were not restocked. After the second night, our room wasn't serviced at all. I had to take the wet towels to the front desk to ask for clean towels,etc. At checkout, I told the desk clerk about the insect and the lack of housekeeping. He said he would add reward points to my account to make up for the lack of service. Our room was on the side near the highway so we heard quite a bit of road noise. But even with these inconveniences, it was a pretty good stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Timberland Men's Performace Fleece Glove with Touchscreen Technology; Brand: ; Review: These are perfect for the occasional freezing mornings (like in Texas) for the drive to work or for running. I picked these since they're washable, looked comfortable (true), have the touchscreen fingertips, and are nice casual. Also the palms have a little bit of grip. Someone posted the touchscreen fingers aren't great for texting. I agree. You can answer the phone, launch apps, swipe, but not precision texting. Completely FINE with me.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mission Belt Men's Leather Ratchet Belt; Brand: Mission Belt; Review: Very nice belt. These guys are good. This is my 3rd Mission belt. Buckle is solid and leather is soft but tough and smells good. Not going back to 'holy' belts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Adreno Firm Ground JR Soccer Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid); Brand: ; Review: Nice shoes. For my son they were at least 1/2 size too small. To be safe I returned and ordered a replacement 1 size larger. It worked.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelambo RFID Front Pocket Minimalist Slim Wallet Genuine Leather Small Size; Brand: Travelambo; Review: Nice quality. Looks good. Plenty of pockets. If your cards are larger than regular credit card size, they fit tight and will have to be trimmed. Since the pockets are on the outside it's good to be tight anyway.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GreEco 4 Pcs Packing Cubes Plus 1 Pc Laundry Bag and 1 Pc Shoe Bag Aqua Blue; Brand: GreEco; Review: I bought this for my bro who travels a lot. He likes them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Valley Green Inn; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Cute little spot right on Forbidden Drive, yummy food and great atmosphere. Really feels like you've transported back in time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wissahickon Creek Veterinary Hospital; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: This clinic recently changed ownership to Dr. Dana Yard - and I can't say enough good things about her and the hospital. First of all, they've done a bunch of renovations to update the waiting room and all of the examination rooms. All of these renovations are amazing!! The clinic looks like a top notch facility, and everything is super clean. I was going to a vet for a few months who kept telling me it was a waste of time to get my dog allergy tested, despite his constant wheezing and sneezing and diarrhea. My first visit to Wissahickon they recommended a facility for allergy testing, and low and behold my dog is allergic to multiple trees, weeds, grasses, and (crazily) cats and human dander, on top of food allergies. All of these are things we are now undergoing treatment for so that my dog lives a comfortable life for many years to come. Dr. Yard was even willing to see my snake on an emergency basis (they are not an exotics vet!) as my old vet (same as one for my dog) told me to "let nature take its course" - and fixed him right up. She is super knowledgable, super nice, and genuinely cares about your pet and getting down to the problem and then finding the right solution. The hospital staff as a group are super friendly, super knowledgable, and treat you and your pet like old friends. Would recommend this vet hospital to everyone and anyone! The old reviews are from previous ownership, please pay them no attention. This hospital is the place to take your beloved pet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roxborough Memorial Hospital; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Go somewhere else. The worst hospital experience I've ever had and it made me afraid to ever go to a hospital again. I went late one night after having extreme headaches and finding myself unable to talk or swallow.... when I arrived the doctor who saw me was rude and treating me like a drug addict who only came to the hospital to score medicine... this was confirmed a month later when I received a medical bill for $5000 for multiple drug screening tests - that I was never asked for my permission to get. I was told I was getting a pregnancy test and that was it. The doctor was nicer after the "pregnancy" test too, which also confirms this for me. When I called the hospital after getting this bill they said that this drug screening is in their protocol and they do if for everyone. the doctor also talked me out of getting a CT scan, making it sound like a waste of time and money. She also scared me out of having blood tests done, again making it sound like a waste of her time. All in all I was there an hour, and was given prednisone and no answers. Since this visit I have been diagnosed with Lupus - a chronic illness that can cause stroke and other serious complications. I do not feel I was taken seriously at this hospital, and I will never return under my own free will.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: HONEY Restaurant; City: Doylestown, PA; Review: Incredible! We got lucky to get a table as walk-ins at 5pm, but would highly suggest making a reservation. Probably the best tapas experience we've had - the oysters, spare ribs, and halloumi were just some of the highlights - they were so so good!! We are getting married in the area and I am going to recommend that family and friends put this restaurant on their must visit list when they come to town for the wedding.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Home Depot; City: Conshohocken, PA; Review: Wish I could give 0 stars. We went to find a replacement hinge for our lazy susan cabinet and the experience was laughable. We asked for help from an employee who was in the hardware area, and he asked for an image of the hinge which we showed him. He then proceeded to say, and I quote, "your guess is as good as mine". Not the answer you want from an employee at a hardware store. We then went over to the cabinet section to see if we could get help there, and the woman we talked to was so condescending and unhelpful - she said she would need to special order the piece once she figured out exactly what it was. We found the exact piece on Amazon and ordered it. Should never have even left the house and wasted our time.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Noord; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: This is our absolute favorite place in the city. We have been four times, and every time has been an incredible experience both in terms of food and service. I feel like we are part of a larger family when we come here, that's how well you are treated!! Louis is the most amazing person and I cannot say enough good things about him, we love talking to him when we come here. Get the Smorreboard, you'll be dreaming about it for months to come, until you eventually come back for it again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Ridge Brewing; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Been waiting for New Ridge to open, and so excited that the time is finally here!! The space inside is beautiful, you can tell they put a lot of love and effort into it and I can't wait to be able to be in there. Picked up beer today and were really impressed with the measures they are going through to be safe - and the beer was really good!! We've already gone back to pick up more. Happy to have this spot in the neighborhood :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anila's Dress Maker; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Unfortunately I cannot give a good review of Anila's. My overall experience was not good. First of all - I am someone who is very nervous about the current COVID situation, and I did not feel based on a conversation with Anila or her misuse of a mask that she is taking the current pandemic seriously. She then also asked for over a month to hem my wedding dress.... and when I received it you could clearly see the hem line in transparent lace, and it now looks unnatural and odd. When I explained my disappointment, Anila told me that I would have had to pay triple the price to have what I wanted done. This was not explained to me when I brought the dress in - she made me feel like she was giving me a deal for what I was asking to be done when I first brought the dress in but then changed her tune when I said I was disappointed and told me I needed to pay more. She offered to fix it if I paid the extra amount, but with the wedding a week away, I feel it is too late to do anything about it and I don't want to go back now. Extremely disappointed. Please be more transparent upfront with what you are doing, and the cost.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Helm; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Incredibly disappointed and grossed out doesn't begin to cover it. We went to Helm last week and the meal started off fantastic - service was great and the food was incredible.... but I'm writing this review about what we witnessed from the kitchen throughout the meal but mainly as our desserts were being made. Helm has an open kitchen so you can see the chefs cooking the food. When they weren't cooking we saw them standing around on their phones, and they did not wash their hands in between being on their phones and handling food. Then when they were preparing our desserts, we watched a chef dip a spoon into the whipped cream tub, lick the spoon, dip it back into the tub, put the whipped cream on one of our desserts, then put the spoon back in his mouth. Needless to say I was unable to eat the dessert and passed it off as being full, but wish I had said something about what we witnessed. We did not observe anything like this the rest of the meal, but maybe we weren't paying as close of attention. Not that this should happen in any kitchen, but you have an open kitchen concept restaurant, you should absolutely not being practicing hygiene practices like this for your guests to see.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Motherhood Wireless Full Coverage Nursing Bra; Brand: ; Review: They sent me the wrong size, not sure if that's because they don't carry my size? I jumped 3 cup sizes and can't find anything that fits. I don't understand why a maternity store wouldn't carry larger cup sizes.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Glamourmom Nursing Bra Full Bust Long Top; Brand: Glamourmom; Review: I tripled in size when I got pregnant to a size G! I am now breast feeding and this is the most comfortable and easy to nurse. Great coverage. Love that it has an adjustable bra strap inside. I wish I had ordered 2!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indera Youth Union Suit; Brand: Indera; Review: Bought this for my 13 year old nephew and he loves it. He is avg. height and very lean so it is quite roomy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indera Youth Union Suit; Brand: Indera; Review: Bought this for my 13 year old nephew and he loves it. He is avg. height and very lean so it is quite roomy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angelina Cotton Variety Low Cut Trainer Socks (12-Pack); Brand: Angelina; Review: Bought these for my 3 year old. Very soft and durable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Thermal Sherpa Lined Hooded Full Zip; Brand: ; Review: Bought this for my husband for Christmas. He loves it and it keeps him very warm. Soft, think and comfy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fruit of the Loom Women's 5 Pack Microfiber Low Rise Hipster Panties; Brand: ; Review: It may just be because I'm pregnant and can't stand anything to touch my belly. I thought they would fit a little lower. They were too snug around the legs and belly.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Liang Rou Maternity Ultra Thin Stretch Cropped Leggings; Brand: Liang Rou; Review: These are extremely sheer and not comfortable. I may keep them for after baby is born just as lounge pants.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Women's Pulse XT Geo Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: They were cute but ran really small. Didn't like that the tongue was connected to the inside so you couldn't stretch the opening wide when putting them on.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carter's Kids' Sasha2BS; Brand: ; Review: My son loves them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cadidi Dinos Boys Girls Pajamas Sets 100% Cotton Pjs; Brand: ; Review: Bigger than expected but that just means they'll last longer. Fabric is thick and made well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zebella Pu Crazy Horse Leather-Like Vintage Women's Backpack School Bag; Brand: ZEBELLA; Review: I'm using this as my diaper bag. Well made and very sturdy .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TopBine 3 Pairs Bra Pads Inserts; Brand: TopBine; Review: They are a little small for my 38DDD tatas but they work great and hold up well after washing. I'm breast feeding and prefer these over washable breast pads or disposable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deer Stags Ranch Unisex Pull On Western Cowboy Fashion Comfort Boot (Little Kid/Big Kid); Brand: ; Review: My 5 year old loves them. He says they are very comfortable. He wore them on a bike ride to the park and played in them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holly Womens Side Buckle Ankle Pull On Flat Winter Shoe Boots; Brand: Holly; Review: Well made and warm. I need more of am arch support so I can't wear them all day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SODA Women's Western Ankle Bootie w Low Chunky Block Stacked Heel; Brand: SODA; Review: So comfortable. Really well made. I love these boots!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City Threads Girls' Soft Cotton Short Sleeve Cover up Dress (Size 2T-16); Brand: City Threads; Review: Love this dress on my dauggter. So soft. Washes well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fiream Girls Summer Applique Cotton Short Sleeves Casual Striped Dresses Blue; Brand: ; Review: Super cute. Size is true.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sexy Basics Women's 3 Pack Spandex Bike Yoga Boxer Brief Boyshort Undershort Tights; Brand: ; Review: I bought these to wear under dresses in the summer. I like to wear leggings in the colder months so these are perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanity Fair Women's Beauty Back Full Figure Underwire Bra 76380; Brand: ; Review: The band is too small and the cup size too big! I wear a 38 DDD and have never had a problem buying a bra.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Women's Flex Appeal 2.0 Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Super comfortable! I will be buying these again when its time to replace.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Heist (Gabriel Allon); Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel Silva Page; Review: As always this was a great read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Private Down Under: (Private 6) (Private Series); Author: James Patterson And; Review: Patterson writes too many books and there too many characters in this book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gray Mountain: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: It was a good read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Insatiable Appetites (A Stone Barrington Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Stuart Woods Page; Review: This book finally brings out Stuart Woods true leanings. He is a left wing Democrat. The book was real garbage and it is the last Stuart Woods book I will ever read.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The President's Shadow (The Culper Ring Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Meltzer Page; Review: A person needs a strong "stomach" to absorb the descriptions of the various characters' physical conditions; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bullseye (Michael Bennett); Author: Visit Amazon's James Patterson Page; Review: Too many characters. Some are mentioned once and never appeared again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Camino Island: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: Great book; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Use of Force: A Thriller (The Scot Harvath Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Brad Thor Page; Review: FANTASTIC READ; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Princess Mononoke (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bottle Rocket (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Heat: Special Edition (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rushmore (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snatch (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fast and the Furious (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The City of Lost Children (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost World (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Akira (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brazil (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Line of Fire (1993); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Shining (1980); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Billy Elliot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Office Space (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Maude (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Welcome to the Dollhouse (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amadeus (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Panic Room (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Advocate (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Requiem for a Dream (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Little Princess (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Professional (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wallace & Gromit in Three Amazing Adventures (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lock (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Triplets of Belleville (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Elephant Man (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Last Emperor (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Castle in the Sky (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hedwig and the Angry Inch (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kiki's Delivery Service (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Swingers (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 12 Monkeys (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Labyrinth (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crouching Tiger (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Neighbor Totoro (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Widescreen) (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Porco Rosso (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Very Long Engagement (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Ewok Adventures: Caravan of Courage / The Battle for Endor (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Magdalene Sisters (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pecker (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ma Vie En Rose (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Slums of Beverly Hills (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secretary (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Unicorn (1982); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Splendor (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Appleseed (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Teva Men's Mush II Flip-Flop; Brand: ; Review: In the summer I wear these 24/7 unless I'm going to the gym or something. I get really sweaty feet, but still love wearing sandals, and they do a good job at absorbing my feet sweat. Comfortable, durable, and easy to wash. Price is very reasonable too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seiko 5 Men's SNK793 Automatic Stainless Steel Watch with Blue Dial; Brand: Seiko; Review: Seiko 5 pretty much the best automatic movement you can get for the price. So cant complain about the movement. Overall the case is pretty solid the crystal sucks but you cant really expect sapphire on a $100 watch, when I bought it, it was $65. My two main complaints are that the bracelet feels really flimsy, I would definitely consider switching it out for a higher quality bracele/strap. Also the power reserve is quite small seems to die after 15 hours or so... maybe mines a bit defective? Lumes aren't the best, but are good enough. Also definitely not a 100m wr as stated, no way!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SciencePurchase Watch Box Large 12 Mens Black Leather Display Glass Top Jewelry Case Organizer; Brand: Science Purchase; Review: IF YOU HAVE SMALL WRISTS YOU CANNOT CLOSE YOUR WATCHES ON THE PILLOWS. Otherwise the box itself is great for the price, I just wish I could store my watches with the clasps closed around the pillows, but sadly they are too large.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Next Level Mens T-Shirt; Brand: Next Level; Review: Great t-shirt fits awesome. I'm 5' 8" athletic build. I have a large back and broad shoulders, so I often have a hard time finding t shirts that are both long enough, and wide enough in the shoulders and arms without being a size too big. Medium fit perfectly. It's obvious the shirts not gonna last forever, but what do you expect for $6? It will atleast last me the school year.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes 5-Pack Ultimate X Temp Ankle Socks; Brand: Hanes; Review: Decent socks. Great socks for the price. Only real issue is that they come up a little too high on my ankles. I wear a 9.5 shoes size and got the L; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Next Level mens Triblend Long-Sleeve Hoodie (N6021); Brand: Next Level; Review: Hey guys I'm 5' 8" 155, but almost all muscle. The shirt fits a little snug in the arms and great everywhere else. If you have a little more bulk or chub I think going with your normal size will still be fine. It's quite thin, but sturdy enough that I don't feel like its going to tear or come apart, but really quite good quality for 8$ or whatever it costs. The hoods too big in my opinion, but honestly its too thin to be using for any significant warmth anyways, I think I'll mostly be rocking this in the spring/summer. Definelty a good buy especially for the price, also some people say the color is duller, it looks like all of the shirts have a bright light shining on them in the picture just imagine the colors without the light.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Men's Underwear Intense Power Micro Boxer Briefs; Brand: ; Review: Good a little tight in the quads but I do have big quads.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: "TEFLON" Coated Travel Umbrella - Auto Open / Close - Travel Stylish Lightweight Design for Women / Men; Brand: Fenzer; Review: nice umbrella, resists gusts, I like the auto close button. Got it on sale, not sure if I would buy at full price though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M&Z Mens Cotton Low Cut No Show Casual Crew Ankle Non-Slide Socks,6 Pairs (Multicolor); Brand: Mottee&Zconia; Review: Good fits however they do shrink a bit, and my shoe size is 8.5-9.5 If I had any bigger feet I don't think I would recommend getting these. Colors are great, material is good, and is a true no show sock.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: A Texas mom is going to prison after putting her son through unnecessary medical procedures; Abstract: A Dallas mother made her son go through unnecessary medical procedures throughout the first years of his life, court documents say.; Category: news
Title: Who had the best performance in Week 6?; Abstract: NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" crew discuss which players they believe had the best performances in Week 6.; Category: sports
Title: Record Profits Are Still in Sight for Big Banks Despite Rate Cuts; Abstract: For the first time in four years, interest rates hurt instead of helped the biggest U.S. banks. It wasn't enough to knock them off pace to top last year's profit record.; Category: finance
Title: Nestor makes landfall on Florida island, heads north; Abstract: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) Nestor made landfall Saturday as a post-tropical cyclone after the former tropical storm spawned a tornado that damaged homes and a school in central Florida but spared an area of the Panhandle devastated one year ago by Hurricane Michael. The storm made landfall on St. Vincent Island, a nature preserve just off Florida's northern Gulf Coast in a lightly populated area of the state, the National Hurricane Center said....; Category: weather
Title: California governor pardons 3 convicted immigrants to help block deportations; Abstract: California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, on Friday announced he's pardoning three immigrants who committed crimes as part of an effort to protect them from being deported back to their home countries.; Category: news
Title: Hailey Baldwin Claps Back at 'Fake Christian' Halloween Comments; Abstract: Hailey Baldwin Claps Back at 'Fake Christian' Halloween Comments; Category: entertainment
Title: Winners and losers from Week 8 in college football led by Wisconsin, Oregon; Abstract: There were highs and lows during Week 8 of the college football seasons. A look at the winners and losers, led by Wisconsin and Oregon.; Category: sports
Title: Take a Hot Lap in the 2020 C8 Corvette; Abstract: As part of PCOTY testing, we timed the mid-engine Corvette at Thunderhill West. Here's our quickest lap.; Category: autos
Title: Road built by biblical villain uncovered in Jerusalem; Abstract: A long-buried street that led pilgrims to the Jewish Temple 2,000 years ago was commissioned by Roman governor Pontius Pilate.; Category: travel
Title: Patriots blitz Darnold, Jets 33-0 to remain undefeated; Abstract: Tom Brady set the tone with a long slice-and-dice touchdown drive, New England's blitz-happy defense forced Sam Darnold into five turnovers and the Patriots remained undefeated by cruising to a 33-0 victory over the New York Jets on Monday night. Brady threw a TD pass to Phillip Dorsett and Sony Michel ran for three scores to help the Patriots improve to 7-0 for the third time in franchise history, and first since...; Category: sports
Title: Lori Loughlin Is 'Absolutely Terrified' After Being Hit With New Charge; Abstract: Lori Loughlin Is 'Absolutely Terrified' After Being Hit With New Charge; Category: tv
Title: Amazing castles for sale across the United States; Abstract: Have you ever noticed that most of the world's castles are scattered across Europe?; Category: finance
Title: The 2019-20 NBA Season; Abstract: The 2019-20 NBA Season; Category: sports
Title: Mitch McConnell snubbed by Elijah Cummings' pallbearer in handshake line at U.S. Capitol ceremony; Abstract: A pallbearer appeared to refuse to shake Mitch McConnell's hand as Rep. Elijah Cummings was lying in state at the Capitol.; Category: news
Title: Take a look at the most expensive house for sale in America, a $225 million Bel-Air estate once owned by the founder of the Hilton empire; Abstract: Casa Encantada, the legendary Bel-Air estate, is officially back on the market with an astronomical asking price.; Category: finance
Title: 'I feel bad that I left': John Kelly warned Trump he would be impeached; Abstract: John Kelly warned President Trump that hiring a "yes man" to succeed him as White House chief of staff would lead to impeachment and, in hindsight, regrets his decision to resign.; Category: news
Title: Fox News contributor: 'Most likely' outcome is Trump doesn't run in 2020; Abstract: Fox News contributor Christopher Hahn predicted that President Trump will not run for reelection in 2020.; Category: news
Title: What's behind the 'mystery surcharge' at some California gas stations?; Abstract: Gov. Gavin Newsom thinks oil companies may be "engaging in false advertising or price fixing" and he has called on Attorney General Xavier Bacerra to open an investigation into what UC Berkeley professor Severin Borenstein has long called the "mystery gasoline surcharge."; Category: finance
Title: Joe Biden reportedly denied Communion at a South Carolina church because of his stance on abortion; Abstract: Joe Biden has a complicated history with the Catholic Church.; Category: news
Title: Prefab tiny homes you can buy on Amazon; Abstract: As one of the world's largest online retailers, you can buy just about anything from Amazon including a house.; Category: finance
Title: Watch Megyn Kelly Hint at a Comeback in First Interview Since NBC Exit; Abstract: Megyn Kelly appeared on Fox News Channel's 'Tucker Carlson Tonight' on Wednesday.; Category: tv
Title: Anderson Cooper to Steve Bannon: You know this is bull; Abstract: CNN's Anderson Cooper discusses the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump with former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon.; Category: video
Title: For the first time ever, a US cheese is named best in the world; Abstract: Forget the American love affair with Cheez Whiz, blocks of Velveeta and pasteurized processed cheese food slices. An organic blue cheese from Oregon has been named the world's top cheese.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: The 2019-20 NBA Season; Abstract: The 2019-20 NBA Season; Category: sports
Title: Hundreds of thousands of people in California are downriver of a dam that 'could fail'; Abstract: Hundreds of thousands of people live downriver from a dam in California that recently had its risk characterization changed "from low to high urgency of action" by the US Army Corps of Engineers.; Category: news
Title: The NBA MVP will be one of these 12 players; Abstract: Who's in and who's out of the NBA's MVP race for the 2019-2020 season.; Category: sports
Title: First Look! SEMA 2019 Move-In Gallery Inside the Las Vegas Convention Center; Abstract: This is your first look at SEMA 2019 inside the Las Vegas Convention Center before the show begins.; Category: autos
Title: The first Ford Mustang owner kept the car. It's now worth $350,000; Abstract: The third-grade teacher who was the first person to buy a Ford Mustang has brought it to the Dream Cruise in suburban Detroit.; Category: autos
Title: This Is How Long Wine Lasts After You've Opened The Bottle; Abstract: How long does open wine last? Is the rule of thumb different for red and white wines? We have the answers, plus a few tricks to keep your vino tasting fresh after you've popped the cork.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Meghan McCain GOES IN on Donald Trump Jr. on 'The View'; Abstract: The daytime talk show co-host sparred with the president's son during his stop by the show Thursday.; Category: video
Title: Chevrolet Performance Reveals New Small Block Crate Engine; Abstract: You might consider this for your next build.; Category: autos
Title: SEMA 2019 - About That Yokohama Booth #MTSEMA19; Abstract: Some of the best use of empty shipping containers and the colors red and black we've seen at this year's industry mega-mixer; Category: autos
Title: Bogus Warren Quote Ignites Immigration Anger; Abstract: Immigration comments by Sen. Elizabeth Warren have been selectively edited in a misleading way and are circulating widely online. The post Bogus Warren Quote Ignites Immigration Anger appeared first on FactCheck.org.; Category: news
Title: Meghan McCain GOES IN on Donald Trump Jr. on 'The View'; Abstract: The daytime talk show co-host sparred with the president's son during his stop by the show Thursday.; Category: video
Title: Iran downs drone over southern port city - IRNA; Abstract: Iran has confirmed that its forces shot down a drone on Friday and said it belonged to a foreign country, state news agency IRNA reported.; Category: news
Title: The 2019-20 NBA Season; Abstract: The 2019-20 NBA Season; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun VHS; Brand: Diane Lane; Review: Diane Lane is so wonderful in this movie and it is a feel good movie for all women that have loved and lost... It is really, really a great chick flick!!... I can't imagine anyone other than Diane Lane playing this part.. She is perfect for it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where the Wild Things Are; Brand: Max Records; Review: Purchased this for my Grandkids to watch, ages 5 and 7 and they couldn't take their eyes off the screen... It is now one of their favs... The picture on the cover may look a little scary, but is not at all scary... It is very, very sweet... I told my grown son that I got the kids this movie and that I hoped they would like it and he said, "What kid doesn't like Where The Wild Things Are?" :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where the Wild Things Are [Blu-ray]; Brand: Max Records; Review: Purchased this for my Grandkids to watch, ages 5 and 7 and they couldn't take their eyes off the screen... It is now one of their favs... The picture on the cover may look a little scary, but is not at all scary... It is very, very sweet... I told my grown son that I got the kids this movie and that I hoped they would like it and he said, "What kid doesn't like Where The Wild Things Are?" :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: It's Complicated; Brand: ; Review: This is the best "feel good" movie ever!... Any middle aged female could really relate to Meryl Streeps in this movie... And I was never an Alec Baldwin fan, at all, UNTIL, I saw this movie... :) He and Meryl Streep mare PERFECT together in this movie... I love this movie!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 127 Hours; Brand: James Franco; Review: I have passed on watching this movie a few times, I didn't think it would be something I would like, being a middle aged woman, and not real out doorsie... :) But I checked it out at the library and I was spellbound right from the very beginning... It was so intense in parts that it was almost hard for me to watch... And because it is the true story of Aron Ralston's and I had known about him, it was even more touching... James Franco is phenomenal in this movie!!.. I was so taken by this movie, that after I watched the movie I purchased a DVD for my son and after researching Aron Ralston I even purchased Aron Ralston's book "Between A Rock And A Hard Place" for my son... So glad I did!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bloodsport VHS; Brand: Jean-Claude Van Damme; Review: An old favorite of my boys as teens and they still love this one today... :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids VHS; Brand: Rick Moranis; Review: My kids really loved this when they were younger, now my grandkids love it! :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future: Trilogy; Brand: Michael J. Fox; Review: My kids LOVED this when they were teens, I loved it too.. :) I asked my grown son this year what he would like for Christmas and he smiled and said, "the Trilogy of Back To The Future!.." so I got it here... :) He can't wait for his kids to see it now!... :); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Life After People; Brand: David de Vries; Review: I love this series it has amazing graphics and I just really like the whole idea. I wish that they had 10 or 14 seasons instead of only 2.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Life After People: Season 2; Brand: Struan Rodger; Review: Life After People is a great TV series I could watch the episodes over and over again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Transformers: Prime - Season One; Brand: Peter Cullen; Review: Transformers Prime is a good television series, but I just wish they removed the human characters.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Jobs Season 3 - Episode 35: Snake Researcher; Brand: ; Review: Good television show.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek - First Contact VHS; Brand: Patrick Stewart; Review: I love this star trek movie!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Jobs; Brand: Mike Rowe; Review: I love this tv series, it's really funny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How the Earth Was Made: Complete Season One; Brand: History; Review: Cool documentary series, very educational. And the graphics are also really good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Jobs: Collection 1; Brand: Mike Rowe; Review: I love this TV series, it's really funny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How the Earth Was Made: Complete Season 2; Brand: Corey Johnson; Review: Cool documentary series, very educational. And the graphics are also really good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dredd; Brand: Lena Headey; Review: This was a decent movie, I just wish the entire story didn't unfold in a single building. I would have been nice if you could see more of the city.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Life After People: The Series, Season 1; Brand: David de Vries; Review: I LOVE Life After People! I like how they have engineers, historians, biologists, scientists, and many other people explaining what would happen to structures, and the animals if people left and why. The animations are also surprisingly good considering the show was produced from around 2008-2009.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek XI; Brand: ; Review: This is a great movie! I love the acting, special effects, and just everything else about it. It puts Star Trek back in the spotlight!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Talk to Me: How Animals Talk to Each Other - Learn How Dolphins, Whales, Dogs, Bears,; Brand: Visit Amazon's Carol Cook Page; Review: Last night my son and grandson came over to visit. I usually download a few children's books for my grandson and we read to him as he is just starting to read. I was intrigued by the title of this book so I downloaded it and read it while I was waiting for them to show up. I have to say this is one of the most interesting and well written children's books I have read. It kept my interest primarily because you just don't think about the many things that happen in nature. More importantly my grandson stayed interested through the whole book and we had some good communications ourselves. The quizzes at the end were a little advanced for my grandson but we got through them and he didn't give up. I was surprised and pleased that he did not lose interest through the whole book. That is a big credit to the author. The free puzzles at the end of the book are something we will sign-up for next time we get together. Great book. Smooth read. Well done. I highly recommend this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grey Weir eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kristina Blasen Page; Review: To start I am not a big reader of poetry. I think I was always looking for something quick and exciting. However, I ran across this book and thought I would give it a try as I feel I am becoming more introspective and don't need the excitement to entertain me as much. I didn't know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised. For the first time reading poetry I was really interested in the poems. I have read all the poems and have become very interested in 5 or so that I have read at least 10 times each and think deeply about the meaning, coming to a little different understanding each time I read them. As I said I am no expert but I want to thank Kristina Blasen for "introducing" me to poetry in a way that I am sure I will be a life time fan. I would "highly recommend" this book to people wanting to immerse themselves in poetry and enjoy different types of writing. I will leave the heavy duty assessments to the experts but as far as I am concerned this is a great buy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Preschool Games (Interactive Books For Kids): Mind Hurdles - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's LL Kross Page; Review: I download and read a lot of children's books. My son brings my grandkids over frequently and we make it a habit to have some learning time, and fun when we are doing it. They came over last night and in addition to other books, we read this one. This is our first experience with an interactive book. We were all pretty entertained by this approach and it was interesting to see my grandkids reactions to this method. In observing my grandkids it was quite different than a typical picture book. Instead of observing them listening while they or one of the adults read the book they wanted control of this book and to be the decision makers. I think that is what the author is trying to accomplish and they were very successful. The kids were very engaged and are looking forward to more books of this type. I see this author, LL Kross, has several more books of this type. We will be purchasing more of their books as we exploit this learning approach with the grandkids. Interesting approach. Well done.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Magical Christmas Reindeer: A Story of Love, Faith & Friendship - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Emily Hart Page; Review: A very entertaining and educational book about getting along with people of different ages and attitudes. Of course the book is fantasy but the author, Emily Hart, did a great job of tying the story together in the end. During the story your child, and you, probably have not idea how this is going to turn out. A great book for this time of year. Great job. An opportunity to really interact with your children.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kids Meal Ideas; Brand: Visit Amazon's Debbie Madson Page; Review: My kids are older now and so I don't need to cook for them. But as an empty nester, I am always looking for easy recipes for my husband and myself. As I read through the recipes in this book, there were many of them that I thought sounded really tasty and that I could easily make. I had just eaten lunch yet found myself excited to try the recipes! The wide variety of recipes for the different proteins, plus vegetarian, salads and gluten free recipes combine to make this a recipe book that I will go back to frequently for ideas. And I know some of these recipes will become favorites that I will soon be able to make from memory. Even though written as recipes for children, this book is also a handy resource for those of us just looking for easy, tasty meal ideas.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Recipes for the 5:2 Diet - Over 100 Delicious Recipes for Easy Weight Loss: 5:2 Quick Start; Brand: Visit Amazon's Liz Armond Page; Review: Liz Armond has written the ultimate cookbook for anyone who is on the 5:2 Fasting Diet. There are so many recipes and ideas in this book that one will never lack for choices on fasting days. I like the explanation of the 5:2 diet at the start of the book and the little helpful hints she includes from her own experiences. She also is very clear that the diet is not for everyone and encourages everyone to review it with their medical professional before beginning it. To me this indicates she cares about her readers and wishes them success and good health. Also, she includes American measurements in her recipes which helps us Yanks who don't know metrics. This book is an excellent reference for anyone wanting to reduce calories and especially those following the 5:2 Fasting Diet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yoga Basics For Beginners: A Simple Guide To Yoga For Beginners For Health, Fitness And Happiness; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ntathu Allen Page; Review: I have heard a lot about the benefits of Yoga but I never really understood what it can do for you and what it really is. Ntathu Allen has written a great book for beginners, as the title says. The book starts out with the popular reasons why people start yoga, which is a good place to begin. Then there are instructions on how to choose the right Yoga for you. There are seven popular styles of Yoga to choose from and the book explains each style. There are several other explanations and the book guides you through understanding Yoga, choices to be made, and how to start your first Yoga exercises. Without this foundation and choices you will most likely miss out on all the benefits you can receive from Yoga. This book is a great place to start to reap all the benefits of yoga. I would recommend this book for beginners and experienced practitioners that may want to try a different style of Yoga.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Top NCLEX Medications for Nurses RN: Sample Version - Kindle edition; Brand: Jonathan Small RN PCCN HIT-Pro; Review: This book contains information you can use to prepare for the NLCEX exam. This book is well written and easy to understand and find the information you need. Keep in mind this is a sample of the larger book. Well done. I highly recommend this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
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Title: Wilton 12-Inch Disposable Decorating Bags, Convenient for Piping and Decorating with Assorted Icings, or Melting Candy Melts, Flexible and; Brand: Wilton; Review: Little pricey, but still cheaper than most of the craft stores.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wilton Trim-N-Turn Ultra Cake Decorating Turntable - Cake Decorating Stand; Brand: Wilton; Review: worked great, got compliments on my cake decorating abilities.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kitchen Supply Stainless Steel Loaf Pan 9-1/2" x 5" x 2-1/2; Brand: Kitchen Supply; Review: Makes you feel like a real baker; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wilton 417-1199 Flower Lifter; Brand: Wilton; Review: works, what else can you say.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wilton Decorator Preferred Cake Decorating Tool Caddy; Brand: Wilton; Review: Does not open or close easily; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wilton 415-4500 50 Count Disney Frozen Baking Cups; Brand: Wilton; Review: If you use chocolate you cannot see the pattern.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: WILTON - My Little Pony Cake Pan; Brand: Wilton; Review: If I can do it, anyone can. Love Wilton products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Essential Medical Supply Fleece Covered Coccyx Cushion, 18 Inches X 16 Inches X 3 Inches; Brand: Essential Medical Supply; Review: Bought for hubby after surgery. Worked nicely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SureFit Soft Suede Waterproof - Wing Chair Slipcover - Loden (SF40907); Brand: Surefit; Review: Nice but arm pieces need to be longer.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Coleman 70 Quart Xtreme 5 Cooler; Brand: Coleman; Review: Perfect, great item, just as described. Shipping was in most timely fashion. Thank you so much, will look forward to more business with you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VISM by NcStar Tactical Rifle Scabbard; Brand: NcSTAR; Review: Perfect, great item, just as described. Shipping was in most timely fashion. Thank you so much, will look forward to more business with you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GenX Global Paintball Hauler; Brand: Gen X Global; Review: Perfect, great item, just as described. Shipping was in most timely fashion. Thank you so much, will look forward to more business with you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Empire Basics 3K Tank; Brand: Tippmann; Review: Perfect, great item, just as described. Shipping was in most timely fashion. Thank you so much, will look forward to more business with you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tippmann Sport Series 2-Pod Harness; Brand: Tippmann; Review: Perfect size for a moderate player. I did not need a full rack of 4 to 12 pod harness. I am a casual weekend player with all the guys from work. None of us are trying to play professional, just have fun and get away from work. So it does the job, light weight, comes with a 2 inch wides clip belt. The straps works well and so does the elastic release system. Arrived on time and in its packaging, no complaints.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titan Girl's Flower Princess BMX Bike, Pink, 16-Inch; Brand: Titan; Review: The bike come ready to go, just attach the 2 back training wheels (1 nut bolts ea.), handle bar (1 allen key bolt), front wheel (2 nut bolts) and the seat (nut bolt). Thats it, assembled in less than 4 min, literally. Took me longer to take off all the paper wrappings than building the bike. Great size bike, color and quality are fantastic and lots of height adjustments available. Couldn't be happier with a better bike and it came with the necessary self tool for assembly. Picture attached is with a 3.5 year old, seat did need to be placed all min height, handle bars was a good reach, no problems.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Autumn in the Vineyard (A St. Helena Vineyard Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Marina Adair Page; Review: I have read all three books in this series. This is the best so far. Love that the two complete opposite personalities could love so deep. They learn before years of marriage, that that is why the love each other.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Be Mine Forever (A St. Helena Vineyard Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Marina Adair Page; Review: The way she transformed Trey from panty chaser to family man was very smooth. The was fun to watch it happen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wake a Sleeping Tiger (A Novel of the Breeds); Author: Visit Amazon's Lora Leigh Page; Review: As far as the book itself, I liked it. It's bast parts are when she has to fight on her own. But game changer pulling in the two new faces. Looking forward to seeing where they end up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Firefighter Sea Dragon (Fire & Rescue Shifters); Author: Visit Amazon's Zoe Chant Page; Review: This is my favorite book of this series so far. The characters were more fleshed out. The evil more real.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fool Me Once (First Wives Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Catherine Bybee Page; Review: Great read. Right up with the best day of the week bride. Everyone should read it. If you love series books read days of the week first.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Maui Eldorado; City: Lahaina Maui Hawaii; Review: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Maui at the Outrigger Eldorado. We were looking for someplace moderately priced for our 7 day stay, and the Eldorado completely blew us away. These are 8 unit/2 story building condos set in the middle of the Kaanapali Golf Course. We booked a Studio Garden View, which is their least expensive room, and were delighted with our accommodations. It looked just like the picture online. It was very spacious, quiet, beautifully decorated, and equipped with a fully loaded kitchen, washer and dryer, and a dining/sitting area. We could just make out the ocean from our lanai, and were steps away from one of their 3 pools. The grounds are meticulously cared for and are filled with gorgeous tropical flowers, trees and bushes. When we first arrived, we had a problem with our lanai door which was stuck and wouldn’t open. The hotel staff was very efficient and took care of it promptly. Even though it is a condo, they have housekeeping services that come in daily to make the bed, replace towels, tidy the bathroom, and replace coffee if requested. The Eldorado was perfect for us. We didn’t want a small cramped expensive hotel room. Here we had all the comforts of home, and had breakfast in our condo. We bought groceries at the Safeway in the Lahaina Cannery Mall. This saved a few bucks plus we didn’t have to get up as early to go out to eat. And it was convenient to be able to do a load of wash during our 11 day Hawaii stay. We are not beach enthusiasts, so having a nice comfortable place to stay in between our tourist excursions was great. But if you do like the beach it is still very doable. The beach and Whalers Village is a ten minute walk from the condo, but they will drive you to the cabana on the beach in one of their golf carts. If you do walk down to the beach during the day, there is a shortcut through the back using the golf paths; just make sure you don’t walk on the golf course itself. This avoids the big hill you need to walk down, and then up on the way back if you go out the front. At night it isn’t advisable, since the golf course is not lighted and the paths are too dark to walk. There is also a trolley that you can catch starting at 10:00AM. I thought Whalers Village was going to be some small strip mall with a few restaurants. It is a beautiful upscale multilevel mini mall with a Sephora and a Rolex store! It also has an ABC store, which are ubiquitous in Hawaii as you will find out. It also has a food court with some small local vendors that serve great less expensive sandwiches and breakfasts, along with a McDonalds and a Subway. It also has three sit down restaurants located right on the beach. We had a few dinners at Leilani’s and highly recommend it. Make sure; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Iberostar Rose Hall Suites; City: Rose Hall Montego Bay Saint James Parish Jamaica; Review: My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our week’s stay at the Iberostar Suites. The hotel is beautiful and meticulously clean. All the floors are marble, and it does have a strong Spanish influence in design. Our suite was spacious and nicely appointed, with one of the most comfortable beds we’ve ever slept in. The hotel maids were excellent. Our room was cleaned by the time we came back from breakfast, and turned down with little chocolates on the bed when we came back from dinner. There are three of these hotels right next to each other – the Beaches, the Suites and the Grand. Since ours was the middle hotel we were allowed to go to the Beaches facilities, but not the Grand. They put color coded wristbands on your arm so they know which hotel you are staying at, and they do enforce it. The Grand is the only one that is adults only. We did see numerous children at our hotel, and for the most part they were well behaved. But if you want a quieter atmosphere, the Grand may be better for you. We didn’t mind the music, and lively games they played in the afternoon by the pool. The pool area and beach are beautiful. Each of the hotels are U shaped, with the pool, lazy river, bars in the center. The area is beautifully landscaped, with the lazy river winding through, and a gazebo and bridges crossing it. There are two pool bars very close to one another; one is a swim up bar. We do have to say the drinks never tasted the same twice. Not sure why since we’ve been to other all-inclusives and that never happened. They give you a towel card for each guest and you turn your towel back in to get the card back. Don’t lose the card, because they will charge you a $10 fee for each one. Most of the lounge chairs are padded which was nice, and there were an abundance of them in the pool area and the beach. If you went down after breakfast, you had no trouble getting a spot. They are areas in sun and shade and they also have the thatched umbrellas all around the pool and beach area. The beach was white sand, but the water did have some seaweed. Most of our week there was very breezy, and I wonder if that is why the water close to the beach was churned up and murky. If you are a beach person, you should probably stay in Negril, since that is where the best beaches are on the island. We picked this hotel in Montego Bay since we wanted to make excursions to Negrill and Ocho Rios. Montego Bay is a good middle location to do this, since it is about and hour and a half to either location. It is also about 15 minutes or so from the airport, so this is a short drive getting back and forth. The buffet food for this all-inclusive was the best we have had; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kauai Coast Resort at the Beachboy; City: Kapaa Kauai Hawaii; Review: This was our first visit to Kauai, and we will definitely stay here again when we come back. We booked a One Room Gardenview, and stayed in the “ Blue Hawaiian” Building. It was just delightful. This is the type of resort to stay at as a base to do sightseeing and is great for families. If you want a luxurious resort that waits on you hand and foot, this is not that kind of resort. We like having a reasonably priced, comfortable “like home” atmosphere instead of a small hotel room. The condo was very spacious for the two of us, very comfortable bed with plenty of pillows, and was clean and modern, especially the bathroom. The kitchen comes fully equipped for whatever you’d like to prepare. The rooms were nicely laid out with the kitchen/eating area, bathroom, bedroom and living area forming a square. There were louvered doors separating the bedroom from the bath area and another separating the living area. The washer and dryer were discreetly hidden behind doors in the bathroom. We had two lanais, one off the bedroom and one off the living area. The complimentary Wi-Fi in the condo was pretty decent. We booked the “Green Rate,” which gave us daily clean towels and trash cleanup, but no other maid service. For our 4 day stay, it was more than sufficient. We felt no need to book an ocean view unit, since you are literally just steps away from the beach. We loved seeing the sunrise every morning. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with lush flowers and trees, and it is kept up meticulously. The beach is not swimmable, but there are several nearby. The pool area and jaccuzzi areas are beautiful, and the pool water was at a nice comfortable temperature. There are also grills available here. Some posts mentioned the noisy roosters that are all over the island, but we didn’t see or hear any on these grounds during our stay at the Beachboy. Also some posts mention being bothered to attend timeshare meetings. We just told them upon arrival that we weren’t interested and we were not bothered at all. We also had a fluorescent light go out in the bathroom on our second day and maintenance came up and replaced the light within half an hour. That’s quick! The Hukilau Lanai Restaurant is located on the grounds of the Beachboy. In fact the lobby of the condo shares its space with the reservation desk of the restaurant. We highly recommend this restaurant. There is a reason it is rated the best on the island. Their fish dishes are unique and extremely flavorful. Service, presentation and quality are simply the best. We made reservations a week before we arrived. Other places we highly recommend are the Shrimp Station near Waimea Canyon, and the Kiluaea Fish Market in the north near the lighthouse. This timeshare is located in Kapa’a, which is centrally located for any sightseeing and is a short drive from the airport. This area of Kauai does get more rain than Poipu,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maui Eldorado; City: Lahaina Maui Hawaii; Review: This is our second trip to Maui and our second visit to a condo unit at the Outrigger Maui Eldorado. This condo was even nicer than the first. We are just in love with this place! If you are looking for a home away from home with lots of comfortable living space, cooking availability if desired, on meticulous, beautifully landscaped grounds, and reasonably priced, this is the place to be. This is not your busy, crowded hotel resort. It is a very relaxing, laid back family atmosphere where you can enjoy the Aloha spirit. The Eldorado condos consist of several 2 story multiple unit buildings located on the Kaanapali Golf Course. However, you are only a few minutes walking distance away from Kaanapali Beach, Whalers Village and about ten minutes away from Lahaina. If you don’t want to walk to the beach, they will take you down on golf carts to their beach cabana. Shuttles are also available to Whalers Village. In addition the grounds contain three lovely pools. We really like the location of these condo units in the “quieter” area of Kaanapali Beach near the Hyatt’s and Sheraton’s, but without the cost. We stayed in a Studio Garden View. This is not your ordinary studio, they are 700 - 900 square feet in living space and very comfortable. The bed is not in a separate room, but that was fine for my husband and I. They also provide a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. The lanai had comfortable patio furniture and an electric grill. Washer, dryer, dishwasher, microwave, stove, fridge, cookware/bakeware, utensils; it’s all there if you need it. They also have central air and free Wi-FI in each of the units. Even though they have changed some of their conditions, we are still very happy with our stay there. They no longer provide free room service, but you can turn in your towels and get new ones any time before 4PM. They are now charging a $75 cleanout fee at the end of your stay and the parking/resort fee went up to $12 per day as of January 2014. From what we’ve seen many of the condos are going this route, but it is still very affordable compared to most. We love Leilani’s Restaurant in Whalers village. The sunset views over the ocean, with the island of Lanai in the background, the Maui Mountains behind you, and sharing a must-have Hula pie for dessert are simply heaven on earth! Whalers Village is a very nice shopping area that has everything from a Rolex store to a McDonalds. Just make sure you get your parking validated at one of the stores otherwise it gets pricey. In Lahaina, check out Fleetwood’s for dinner – excellent dining, and the rooftop tables are gorgeous at sunset. Who knows, you may catch Mick Fleetwood himself as we hear he dines here pretty often. I’m sure this won’t be our last visit to Maui or the Eldorado. All of our arrangements were made through our travel agent Maui Kay. She lives on the; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel; City: Hilo Island of Hawaii Hawaii; Review: This is the best hotel you can stay at in Hilo. It is not a fancy resort like the ones on the Kona side. This is a very basic relatively inexpensive hotel. But, it has been newly renovated, the rooms were clean, updated and fresh. Beds were very comfortable with several available pillows. We had no moldy odor as some have complained about. Get an Ocean View room. It is only a little bit more than a standard room, and is the best reason to stay at this hotel. Our 6th floor room had a view to die for, with an outstanding view of Hilo Bay and Mauna Kea. You can even see the observatories on Mauna Kea from your lanai especially at sunrise when the sun illuminates the domes. One morning we saw the Cruise ship come in and it was very close! The Banyan trees that line the road also are very beautiful, and Liliuokalani Gardens and Coconut Island are a lovely stroll right outside the hotel. Unfortunately, they seemed to have scrimped on small things. For instance, dresser space was very limited for 2 people. There wasn’t much available, and most of the drawers were very shallow. There is no hair dryer or iron/board in the room. They must be requested downstairs. Also, there is no in-room safe. The small fridge and coffee maker with complimentary coffee each morning was nice though. There is no free Wi-Fi available in the rooms. They charge $10.39 per day. You can only get it free in the lobby, which is where everyone ends up. That is just outrageous for this day and age. We didn’t eat in the hotel since it is pricey, but others said the quality was good. It is a good location if you are interested in going to Volcanoes National Park, waterfalls, ziplines, and it is very close to the airport and the shops in Hilo. Noise was not a problem with airplanes or the tree frogs others commented on. Our room was very quiet. We made all of the arrangements for our vacation through Maui Kay. She is a great travel agent to work with and is a great resource for all of the Hawaiian Islands. This is the second Hawaii trip where we’ve used her services, and we highly recommend her. Check out her website at mauikay.com.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Occidental Costa Cancun; City: Cancun Yucatan Peninsula; Review: If you are looking for a decent, reasonably priced all-inclusive hotel to stay in Cancun, this small boutique hotel may be for you. We wanted an inexpensive winter getaway to just enjoy some sunny warm weather and do a couple of excursions. The Barcelo Costa Cancun definitely fit the bill! Everyone has different ideas for what makes a good resort. We’ve listed the Pro’s and Con’s (as we see them) and let you make up your own mind. Pro’s: This is without a doubt one of the cleanest, meticulously kept properties we have ever stayed at. They even squeegeed up the water from the pool areas after the rain! Seaweed is removed from the beach and the sand is raked every morning. Again, this is a smallish resort (about 350 rooms), but that was a plus since there were no crowds to fight! Service is top notch and everyone is very friendly. We arrived 2 hours before check-in time and our room was ready. Waiters in the restaurants, drink waitresses maids and bar staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Basic room was spacious and very clean, updated with tile floors throughout. Bathroom was large, no tub but great walk-in shower with soap dispensers mounted on wall. Flat screen TV on wall (only CNN was in English!), and small fridge/mini bar replenished daily with beer, soda’s and bottled water. Beds were very comfortable with a variety of pillows. Very small balcony. It was just enough to step out on. Since most of our time was spent on the beach and on excursions, this was non-issue for us. Only complaint is a small amount of drawer space for clothing. That’s because part of the cabinet is used for the mini bar. Buffet food was decent for an all-inclusive. Lots of choices. Themed nights were sometimes a little dicey for selections, but there is always pizza, salads and fresh fruit available all day. Made to order omelette/egg station was available for breakfast. Desserts were generally good and varied, but most contained gelatin to help keep their shape. Probably is necessary with the heat and 80% humidity! When we were there, the Mexican restaurant was closed. However they served Mexican at the seafood restaurant (La Claraboya) 3 times a week (check with the concierge for schedule). The hotel was about half full, so maybe it isn’t worth it for them to have 4 restaurants open. We only had one dinner at La Claraboya, but it was nothing special. There is also a 24-hr. food area on the second floor. We used it for our early excursions before the buffet opened at 7. It had different items depending on the time of day. In the morning it had cereal and yogurt, cheeses, fruit, pancakes etc. Items did get dried out after they sat awhile depending on when you got there. Drinks were OK, but nothing special. The amount of alcohol was fine, but we like the specialty drinks, and they were not up on the newer ones. Basic drinks were fine. You do pay extra for upscale; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Edgewater Hotel; City: Seward Alaska; Review: Let me start by saying that most hotels in Alaska are pretty basic. We knew they were going to be expensive for what you get as compared to other areas. So what we were looking for in Seward was clean comfortable accommodations in a good location for an affordable price. The Best Western Edgewater definitely fit the bill. The staff is excellent, very friendly and helpful, and the hotel and our room were meticulously clean. The 2 double beds were adequate, and very comfortable. The bathroom was small, but updated. The room contains a convenient small fridge and microwave and provides free Wi-Fi. This hotel has a center atrium, with rooms surrounding it. We opted for a standard interior room that did not have windows. The price was a little cheaper and we were just fine with it. The only issue you may have is if there is any activity in the atrium area, you will hear it in your room. There was some activity early on, but it was very quiet once we were ready to retire. Just wish these hotels (and this is even true of the more expensive ones) would have doors that close more quietly instead of slamming shut. The only real complaint we have is they have a goofy setup with their heating/cooling. You cannot set the thermostat to cool, even though it has a lever for it. The thermostat is for heating only. For air conditioning there is a remote for the wall air conditioner. We had to call the staff to come in and show us how to work it. The TV setup was equally strange and not user friendly. You would never figure it out on your own. They either should leave directions in the room, or get easier setups. To their defense, when we called, staff personnel came over immediately to assist us and were very friendly and helpful. We assume this is the drill for new patrons! They serve a complimentary breakfast starting at 6am that had several hot and cold choices. This worked great for us with our early excursions. The hotel is located right across the street from the Sealife Center, and many good restaurants are nearby. Check out Thorns for a “Bucket of Butts” (halibut that is!), and Seward Brewing for a good beer selection and very good reasonably priced food. Also check out Eureka Pizza in the harbor area for a large variety of good, very reasonably priced pizza. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle service that runs from 9am till 5pm, plus there is a free school bus shuttle service in Seward that runs every half hour in a loop taking you back and forth from here to the harbor/train area from 10am till 7pm. You can find the schedule on the City of Seward website. We used Exit Glacier Guides to transport us back and forth to Exit Glacier for $10 each round trip (pickup is a couple blocks up from the hotel), Seavey’s Iditerod Tour picked us up and dropped us off very close to; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge; City: McKinley Village Denali National Park and Preserve A; Review: This was the second stop on the land portion of our Princess cruise tour, and the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge offered reasonable but not great accommodations for our tour of Denali National Park. We had just travelled by bus from the Mckinley Princess Wilderness Lodge which was much nicer, better organized, had better food, and was a true “wilderness” lodge. The Mckinley Princess is in a remote location, a good 45 minutes away from anywhere, has great trails and has beautiful views of Mount Denali when it is “out.” The Denali Princess is located on a main highway with “Glitter Gulch” right across the street. Once you get further from the road you have more of a wilderness feel with pretty views of the Nenana River. The areas around the restaurant have nice decks with a river view as well. We are guessing they call it a wilderness lodge since it is so close to Denali Park, but it is not the same cozy feel as the Mckinley location. It felt a lot more commercial. The room itself was clean and the bed was comfortable. The rooms are small, but the bathroom was modern, with the sink placed outside the bath in the actual room. The style was definitely “Alaskan Rustic’” but that is to be expected. The picture they currently have online looks like it is one of the newer, more updated rooms. Ours didn’t look anything like that, as you can see from ours, and others pictures, but we were fine with it and knew what to expect. These accommodations for us were a basic convenience to see Denali Park and we spent very little time in our room. We did not expect anything luxurious, after all it is a wilderness lodge, not a resort. There is no AC or Wi-Fi or mini fridges in the room, however opening the windows and putting on the fan worked well, and we could access the internet on their guest computers in the main building. So if you need these conveniences you will be very disappointed. There are several buildings here, but it is very walkable if you are mobile, and they do have a free shuttle available to get you around if you need it. They have lots of their own gift shops, and they are reasonably priced for the most part. We also shopped at “Glitter Gulch” across the street for some cheap T-shirts and mugs. Glitter Gulch is a misnomer. It’s just a rustic strip mall across the street with shops and a few eateries. Make sure you check out Millers Popcorn. Great gourmet chocolate/nut concoctions, and they let you try samples before purchasing. We also purchased our lunch and snacks at Subway here for our 8 hour shuttle bus tour, opting to leave off the mayo, and brought packets with us to put it on when we were ready to eat. It worked great. We opted for Subway rather than the box lunches Princess sells, and ours looked much tastier! We ate at the Grizzly Bar for most of; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Glenville Gardens; City: Hastings Christ Church Parish Barbados; Review: We arrived in Barbados as tourists, but left having wonderful new friends. Barbara and Sugrim made our stay very special. Their warm hospitality goes way beyond the normal condo/rental experience. Living in “Estelle,” one of their 2 bedroom cottages was a dream location, within walking distance to a great variety of restaurants, shopping and beaches. Only a few minutes after Barbara gave us our keys and a quick tour of the cottage and the property, she greeted us with delicious freshly baked warm out of the oven banana bread and 2 cold Banks beers! Later in the week, one of their resident chickens, Stella provided us with a freshly laid egg for breakfast, and on our departure, Barbara gave us more banana bread for the journey home. Barbara and Sugrim made us feel like family. Glenville Gardens is a gated parcel of land located in the Hastings/Christ Church area of Barbados, containing 6 cottage rentals: 4 are one bedroom and 2 are 2 bedroom. These charming cottages are nestled in a garden of coconut, banana, mango and breadfruit trees, colorful croton and lantana, just to mention a few, connected by cobblestone walkways, and are beautifully maintained. The cottages are spacious, bright and beautifully decorated. The gardens not only provide a beautiful setting, but privacy as well. Air conditioning in the bedrooms, and ceiling fans in each room combined with a refreshing cross breeze from the open doors kept us cool and comfortable. All of the cottages have full, complete working kitchens including the usual appliances, but also numerous utensils, dishes, pots, pans and baking pans. Barbara also stocks the cottages with some provisions like coffee, creamers, butter, juice, water and crackers, to “help give you a good start.” Free laundry access is also available on the premises. This is why you see many of the residents staying for extended periods of weeks to months, and re-book every year. A beautiful pergola shaded common area is located in the rear of the property containing a barbeque for grilling, along with several chairs, loungers and a table. We sat here several times during our stay, just enjoying the abundant wildlife including hummingbirds, doves, turtles, parrots, and monkeys. Stella and Ash are the resident chickens who we’d see every day. Ash would come visit us on our balcony in the mornings, and she would eat right out of my hand. The turtles also live there, while the green monkeys “pass thru” the property. Other guests saw a flock of parrots that sometime visit in the early morning and later afternoon. The accommodations are meticulously clean, with Debra providing cleaning services twice during our 8 day stay. A small TV is provided that had as many cable stations as we have in the States, that is, if you find time to watch! Free WiFi is provided that was very fast, and actually the best we’ve ever had for any of our Caribbean vacations. Glenville is located on Browns Gap road, off Highway 7. If you cross Hwy 7, a few minutes away, the white sands of; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Inn Suites; City: New Braunfels Texas; Review: The Sleep Inn in New Braunfels is an excellent value for the accommodations. It’s a very clean, relatively new hotel that has a very friendly staff and spacious comfortable rooms. The beds are very comfy, with lots of pillows, and the bathroom is updated, modern and well stocked. The rooms include a decent sized fridge, microwave and a safe. They have a small charge for the safe, but if you don’t use it the charge is waived. You can make your own waffles for breakfast, and the rest of the hot breakfast food like scrambled eggs and sausage patties was good. Lots of cold choices too. A free hot breakfast with this price is pretty remarkable. Coffee is also available 24/7. They provide a nice large screen TV with several stations to choose from, and free WiFi. There is also a courtesy Customer Business Center with a computer and printer just to the right of the check-in desk. It was a convenient option we used to print out our boarding passes. Just a heads up on the WiFi. It didn’t like Yahoo or Google to login, no matter if you used Internet Explorer or Firefox as a browser. We had to use www.CNN.com to bring up the login, which was strange, and the hotel staff was unaware of the problem. My husband ended up calling the main customer service number to figure out this glitch. After that it worked fine. The only other issue we had was a child running back and forth nonstop on the floor above us. One phone call to the front desk, and the noise stopped. They also told us they would move us if the problem wasn’t fixed to our satisfaction, so we were very pleased with their service. Otherwise the hotel was pretty quiet, and it is set back from the road so traffic noise was not a problem. We got a great price for this room, under $100 a night including taxes as an Expedia member for the King suite. The room looks exactly like the hotel pictures. It is located conveniently off I-35, and is close to many restaurants. It is in the same parking area as the Candlewood Suites that you pass to get to the Sleep Inn. Honestly, other hotels were charging a lot more for no added value. We highly recommend this hotel and will definitely stay here again in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Downtown; City: Cleveland Ohio; Review: We found the Comfort Inn in Downtown Cleveland an excellent place to stay while I was having my surgery at Cleveland Clinic. They gave us a special rate which was very affordable, waived the parking fee, provided a free hot breakfast with many choices and a free shuttle back and forth to Cleveland Clinic, only 15 minutes away. You must call the hotel directly for the special rate. My husband and I booked the hotel for the maximum number of days we thought we might stay, and were allowed to drop off the extra days we didn’t need without penalty. The staff, including the front desk and the shuttle drivers were very accommodating and friendly, and made our stay very pleasant. They place the Cleveland Clinic patients all on the top (5th floor), to insure privacy and a quiet atmosphere. There are two places to park, underground and a surface lot. We parked underground the first night, but although it is very secure, the parking is limited, and the ramp going down is rather steep. Might be a little difficult getting out if it is snowing or is icy. We parked in the surface lot after that. There are lots of places to eat nearby, and you are close to the theatre district. The neighborhood is safe if you head toward downtown. Avoid walking past 22nd Street, as the neighborhood changes at this point. We stay at Choice Hotels often in our travels. The rooms are always very clean, with comfortable beds, and provide a small refrigerator, microwave and free Wi-Fi. This hotel was no exception. It is an older hotel, as you can tell by the vintage elevators, but the rooms have all been renovated and are very comfortable. For convenience, affordability and comfort, the Comfort Inn was an exceptional choice for us during my surgery in Cleveland.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites; City: New Braunfels Texas; Review: The Comfort Suites in New Braunfels provided a comfortable stay for the 3 nights we were there. It is very clean, and the hotel has a friendly staff and spacious comfortable rooms at an affordable price, which is what we have been accustomed to with our frequent Choice Hotel stays. We visited this area last year, and stayed at another “sister” Choice Hotel, just a couple spots over, but chose this one since the price was a little lower. Comparing the two, the other one was a nicer accommodation. For some reason, the lighting is very dim in these rooms, especially the bathroom. I had a hard time styling my hair and makeup, and actually went to the full length mirror near the door to get a brighter view. Another reviewer recently pointed this out, and we agree. The other reviewer also commented on the lack of bathroom safety which is also true. No handholds in the tub or safety grips on the base. Apparently these features are available for the handicap rooms. They should be available in all. It’s a potential lawsuit waiting to happen. This is an older hotel which has been renovated compared to the other one we stayed in last year which is relatively new. The breakfast in this hotel was also lacking. The juices were clearly watered down, and there was a lack of selection of breakfast items. Maid service, even figuring in the three day change the towels green policy, was less than par. We also had an intermittent problem with the toilet, which sometimes stopped working at night, but was fine in the morning. We didn’t report it until checkout, since it worked when we needed it. We are a member of the Choice Hotels Privileges program, so we stay at these chain options when available when we travel. We like staying at these hotels because they are reasonably priced, have larger than average room sizes, very comfortable bedding, nice amenities like a small fridge and microwave, and generally provide a free hot breakfast. This has been the only one so far that we had less than a stellar review. This hotel had very little traffic, and I’m surprised that you’d have two hotels in the same chain so close together. They are basically competing with each other, and unfortunately it looks like this one is trying to cut costs. If you have the choice, we recommend you stay at the other one.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Suites Salt Lake City Airport; City: Salt Lake City Utah; Review: There are two Comfort Suites Hotels very close to the Salt Lake City Airport, but we chose this location on North Jimmy Doolittle Road since it had great reviews, and is a brand new hotel. Aside from one glitch, this was one of the nicest Choice Hotel we have stayed at, and the price was amazing. First, all the positives. The rooms are very clean, quiet, modern, and nicely appointed, with comfortable beds, lots of pillows, a large screen TV with a nice variety of cable channels, and a mini fridge and microwave. The room is also a little larger than most, including the bathroom. We loved the “mini electronics cube,” that was a combination alarm clock, plug and USB hub. This hotel had more electrical outlets in a room than we have ever seen. Most of the time there aren’t enough. It definitely was an advantage staying in such a new hotel. This hotel has an indoor heated pool and hot tub, a fitness center, and a business center with free computer/printer access, a fax machine and copier. The complimentary breakfast was very good, and better than most we have experienced, with lots of hot choices like eggs, sausage, and make your own waffles, in addition to fresh fruit, yogurt, pastries, bagels and cereal. It is very conveniently located less than 10 minutes from the airport. They also offer a free shuttle to the airport if you need it. Our only problem was the Wi-Fi did not work with our laptop computer in our room. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful and worked very hard to fix the problem, including sending someone up to help, switching rooms, and getting us on the phone with technical support. Unfortunately, it just wouldn’t work with our particular laptop. They said there have been a small handful of guests that have had this problem. It must be true since we haven’t seen this problem mentioned in other reviews. Fortunately, we were still able to use services at their business center. Once we returned home, we contacted their customer service, and discussed the problem. They were very appreciative we alerted them to the Wi-Fi issue at this location, and said they would look into a fix to the problem. To help compensate us for our trouble, the agent gave us extra points toward our Choice Privilege Rewards account. Because we had such excellent customer service at this hotel, and on the follow-up communication, we are still rating this hotel at 5 stars. You can tell they care about their customers and strive to provide the best experience possible for every stay. If you are looking for a hotel near the Salt Lake City Airport, we highly recommend you stay here. It has wonderful accommodations at a very affordable price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson New Braunfels TX; City: New Braunfels Texas; Review: Not sure if this is a renovated property or a new one, but it has the look and feel of a brand new hotel. The rooms are tastefully decorated and roomy, containing comfortable bedding and a spacious bathroom. Wi-Fi was a little slow, but worked fine with no connection issues. Also, there is a business center located near the front desk. The price was excellent for the accommodations. The only minor negatives we had were the breakfast and the TV. For some reason, there was no sausage or bacon on the first day we were there. They did serve bacon the following day, so we thought the inconsistency was strange. The choices were more limited for breakfast compared to other hotels we’ve stayed at for bakery items, variety of yogurts, no butter offered, just margarine. For a Radisson affiliate, we just expected a better breakfast more appropriate to their standards. They did offer some fresh and frozen microwavable items for purchase near the front desk which was convenient. The TV format in the room was also strange. The printed guide was different from the on screen menu. And we couldn’t figure out how to select the options for the on screen menu. None of the buttons on the remote worked with the guide. So we were forced to just scroll through the stations one by one. Definitely a disconnect in the setup. We have stayed at various hotels in New Braunfels area since we come here every year around this time. Most of the hotels in this area are comparable. They seem to take turns being cheaper sometimes, and more expensive at other times. So if there is any specific hotel type you like, just keep an eye on it for awhile, and the price will probably come down. Aside from the small issues we experienced, we would recommend this hotel and would stay here again in the future.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Godfather, The (1972); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Godfather: Part II, The (1974); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The (2001); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shrek (2001); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arrival (2016); Genres: Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Figures (2016); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Dunkirk (2017); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lion (2016); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Man from Earth, The (2007); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inception (2010); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: K-PAX (2001); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Interstellar (2014); Genres: Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Martian (2015); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ex Machina (2015); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Pianist, The (2002); Genres: Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain, Le) (2001); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko (2001); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Life Is Beautiful (La Vita è bella) (1997); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Moon (2009); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Predestination (2014); Genres: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Nobody (2009); Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Argo (2012); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The (2011); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Captain America: The First Avenger (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller, War; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011); Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Logan (2017); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Psycho (1960); Genres: Crime, Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Departed, The (2006); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Goodfellas (1990); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Beautiful Mind, A (2001); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Machinist (2004); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: (500) Days of Summer (2009); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Up (2009); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pursuit of Happyness, The (2006); Genres: Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Incredibles, The (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Genres: Action, Crime, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prestige, The (2006); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: V for Vendetta (2006); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dark Knight, The (2008); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Terminal, The (2004); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WALL·E (2008); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Requiem for a Dream (2000); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (Sen to Chihiro no kamikakushi) (2001); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Fantasy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade Runner 2049 (2017); Genres: Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Enemy of the State (1998); Genres: Action, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inside Out (2015); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Déjà Vu (Deja Vu) (2006); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Cold Steel True Flight Thrower Paracord Wrapped Handle (Sheath); Brand: Cold Steel; Review: This knife is fantastic! It's made of the same 1055 carbon steel that the GI tanto (also by cold steel) is made from, and you should see the amount of abuse that metal can take. Go to youtube and search for Cold Steel GI tanto destruction test. Anyway, this knife is sturdy, sharp, and flies great! It's nicely balanced, and the chord wrap handle is much more durable than those handles that are held on by rivets, or rubber handles. I plan on buying 2 or 3 more, because I want one to use as a regular knife, and two or three to use as throwing knives! You won't be disappointed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rothco Type III 550-Pound Commercial Paracord; Brand: ; Review: 7 inner cords, nice and sturdy, and great with knots, this is the real type 3 paracord. I'll be buying some more!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snow Peak Titanium Spork; Brand: Snow Peak; Review: I like it. I'm glad I own it. I do wish the titanium was a bit thicker, it has a little more bend than I would like, but with normal use I'm sure it will last forever. I was just kind of looking for that completely indestructible, run it over with a car, would survive a nuclear explosion sort of spork.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Excalibur Axiom SMF Crossbow Kit; Brand: Excalibur; Review: This thing is bullet proof. Check out their sight. I've seen these get run over by a truck, then brushed off and shot, with no problem. There are hundreds of reviews on archerytalk and crossbownation that talk about people accidentally dry firing these several times with no problem. The string can be changed in the field in 30 seconds. Try doing that with a crossbow.I did add the cheek rest to this bow. I think it feels a lot nicer than the narrow stock by itself. I think I will also add either the S5 vibration and noise dampening system, or the dissipator bars (that do the same thing basically), but not because the crossbow is overly noisy or vibrates too much. More that at only 6 pounds, it's such a light crossbow it can stand to have some add-ons, so why not make it even better by making it quieter and smoother?Excalibur offers a lifetime warranty, and their customer service is second to none. If you are looking for a rock solid crossbow at an amazing price, this is it. If you want one with some more bells, check out the phoenix (also 175# draw), or the vortex or eclipse (both 200# draw, the eclipse comes in carbon fiber and looks awesome!).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Mountain Products Single Resistance Band - Door Anchor and Starter Guide Included; Brand: Black Mountain; Review: This band works well, and has lasted a long time despite heavy use 3x a week. The company was a joy to work with during communication over questions I had. Have already ordered another band in a lighter pull weight for my wife.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Knocker Nylon Stretchable Compression Boxer Brief 6-pcs Set, Assorted Colors; Brand: Knocker; Review: Great buy I use these for running it feels like nothing is there; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: INBLUE Men's Stainless Steel Pendant Necklace Simulated Crystal Dragon Wolf Tooth -with 23 Inch Chain; Brand: INBLUE; Review: Smaller than expected but it's great, only down side is the chain it comes with. But you can replace the chain so it's alright; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Men's Underwear Steel Micro Hip Briefs; Brand: ; Review: At first it's really tight but then you get used to it and feels like wearing nothing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WINDAY Men Briefs Breathable Ice Silk Triangle Bikinis and Briefs D318; Brand: WINDAY; Review: Fits well but the fabric isn't as smooth as I thought it was and is very small too, you have to trim or the hair will show; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premium Flash Mirror Lens Aviator Sunglasses (Nickel Plated Metal Frame); Brand: zeroUV; Review: Amazing pair of sunglasses, light but sturdy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COSOMALL Men's Sexy Thongs Low Rise Underwear Ice Silk Briefs; Brand: COSOMALL; Review: Small; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein ck one Men's Micro Hip Brief; Brand: ; Review: Fits perfectly, very comfortable and really small. It does not ride up either, my favorite out of all the other Calvin Klein underwear!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Hangar 9 Micro Digital Tachometer HAN156; Brand: Hangar 9; Review: I was trying to find a tach other than this one.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Lift Jack 300-Pound for Tractor Riding Mower ATV Quads; SEE ALL GREAT FEATURES UNDER DESCRIPTION; Brand: Pittsburgh; Review: I purchased two so I can lift both ends and have other types of these from Pittsburgh.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ATP B-42 Automatic Transmission Filter Kit; Brand: ATP; Review: I haven't put this filter in yet but it has fulfilled my expectations.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ATD Tools 8424 9-Piece Scraper, Hook and Pick Set; Brand: ATD Tools; Review: This set has larger picks and hooks and this is great for a whole range of different uses.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2000 LB Galvanized Steel Swivel-Type Trailer Jack; Brand: Licota Tools USA; Review: This jack is on my trailer that I haul things on and I can now hold the tongue up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hardline Products HR-8061-2 Hour Meter/Tachometer for up to 2-Cylinder Engines; Brand: Hardline Products; Review: I purchased this item to check RPMs on outdoor power equipment and this works great for that; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lisle 36200 Valve Keeper Remover and Installer; Brand: Lisle; Review: This tool is better than any other tools to remove valves and valve springs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neiko 50455A E-Clip Shop Assortment, 300 Count | 9 Sizes (1/16"" - 7/8""); Brand: Neiko; Review: I have used this set a few times and I have no negative things to say about it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lisle 58430 Shaft Type Seal Puller; Brand: Lisle; Review: This tool saves time; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schumacher SE-1555A 12V Automatic Wheeled Battery Charger with Engine Start; Brand: Schumacher; Review: Works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Powerbuilt (647570 Oil/Fluid Extractor - 6.3 Quart Capacity; Brand: Powerbuilt; Review: I Really love this; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
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Title: Spigen Slim Armor CS Galaxy S7 Edge Case with Slim Dual Layer Wallet Design and Card Slot Holder for Galaxy; Brand: Spigen; Review: Solid product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spigen Slim Armor CS Galaxy S7 Case with Slim Dual Layer Wallet Design and Card Slot Holder for Samsung Galaxy; Brand: Spigen; Review: Wow! that's says it all. Looks great, not bulky at all. Always use it when I go out. 1 credit car, my drivers license and that's it. Dropped the phone 2ice and the case doesn't ever show a scratch. Your cards will not fall out. Also, if you keep the "door" open, you can still Wireless charge your phone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: IMKEY Apple Certified 6.5 Feet 30-Pin To USB Sync and Charging Cable for iPhone 4 / 4S, iPhone 3G; Brand: IMKEY; Review: Solid, great build; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lumsing 8000mAh Power Bank 2 Port USB Portable Charger Battery Pack for iPhone, Android (Black); Brand: Lumsing; Review: This is my second one from Lumsing. 1 in my car, 1 in my gym bag. It works; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anker USB Type C Cable, Powerline USB C to USB 3.0 Cable; Brand: Anker; Review: As always, Anker is solid, beautiful finish; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anker Powerline+ C to C 2.0 Cable, High Durability, for USB Type-C Devices Including Samsung Galaxy Note 8 S8; Brand: Anker; Review: As expected from Anker. Great build, looks great and solid; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy S7; Brand: Vofolen; Review: This case is my new wallet! Love it! Registration, insurances, Driver License & a credit card. What else do you need!? Dropped the phone 2ice, no problem.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: USB Type C Cable, Anker Powerline+ USB C to USB 3.0 Cable (3ft), High Durability, for Samsung Galaxy Note; Brand: Anker; Review: Once you go "Anker" you never go back...? he he; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
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Title: Brook Whipper In Hotel; City: Oakham Rutland England; Review: We had a one night Groupon stay with an evening meal at this nice hotel in Oakham. Overall everything was nice enough and if other people had been in the restaurant then there would have been a good atmosphere but things were quiet hence my title. Our room was fine and spotlessly clean but the worst feedback would be the cheap mattress on which you could feel the springs. Our room needed a new carpet but was fine. The old building had creaky floors but again we accepted this. The evening meal was really nice and well cooked. I had the home made beef and ale pie and my wife the chicken and both thought it was fresh and well cooked. Portion sizes good. Service was fine but there was only one other couple in the restaurant to create any atmosphere. Breakfast was also very pleasant with all of the usual cereals and fruits. I had kippers which were nice and my wife the full English which was freshly cooked. More people were around for breakfast and the waitress was very smiley and attentive. Overall a pleasant stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Lodge Conwy; City: Tal y Bont Conwy County North Wales Wales; Review: At first sight the Lodge looked like a 60's Motel but the spacious car park led us in to a lovely hotel with a handful of really comfortable bedrooms with everything you could wish for all self contained. I can't agree with previous comments as the room was very well appointed. Bedrooms were warm and quiet and the staff make or break short trips and Neil and his team were very friendly and attentive to our needs and nice and chatty. There was a big local party on the Saturday night but we were both told about it and invited. We returned and once again everybody was really friendly but as we were so tired we retired to bed and there was absolutely no noise in the rooms even though they had a disco and some live music. The lounge was particularly comfortable with a lovely central feature wood burning stove. The food all appeared freshly cooked and although my steak was a little disappointing everything was boiling hot and nice and tasty. (In fairness I didn't complain, so who knows how this may have been resolved) My wife had the local lamb and she was very happy, we both enjoyed the whitebait starter which was cooked to order. Plenty of veg and lovely chips. Breakfasts were served in the lovely fresh modern dining room but with the old charm of taking your order rather than helping yourself. There was more than enough and again it was boiling hot having been freshly cooked. The area is fantastic for all sorts of activities both physical and touristy. We walked and scrambled up Tryfan on one day and had a leisurely wander around the walled town of Conwy which was just lovely. I suppose the true testament of the comfort of the hotel was the fact that we would normally be first down for breakfast but on both days we slept in and strolled down after 9 o'clock. Thanks for a lovely weekend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bell Inn; City: Brook New Forest National Park Hampshire Hampshire England; Review: We spent a night in this lovely hotel and had a really good time with the jewel in the crown being the food. My wife and I love good food and generally come away disappointed with some aspect as she is such a great cook and can outperform most restaurants and hotels. Not this time. Our evening meal was really tasty, beautifully cooked and the starters were just a bit different. The bar at the hotel was really nice with a roaring log inglenook to relax by and have our pre dinner drink. Our starters were smoked mutton, rosti with an egg on top. The different flavours were all in evidence and made for a very unique taste. My wife had the crab cakes which were again really well presented with a subtle crabby flavour. We chose the chateaubriand for mains and were not disappointed. The meat was well cooked, the sides were fresh, colourful and tasty. If I had to be super critical the stack of hand cut chips could have been given a further five minutes but that is my taste and they were certainly not hard or undercooked. All of this washed down with a perfectly acceptable house red which I always think is overpriced but my wife tells me was about the going rate. Our room (15) was spacious as was the bathroom. I think it had been recently refurbished as it was very tidy and spotlessly clean. Icing on the cake was the biggest bed I had ever slept in with a really comfortable mattress. Breakfast was freshly cooked with some lovely meaty local sausages and fresh tomatoes and mushrooms. Staff were all friendly and helpful which added up to a really nice stay. If you are super sensitive to noise there was a little bit from passing traffic but this was diminished by the double glazing. This was fantastic value on an Amazon deal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Plough Rhosmaen; City: Llandeilo Carmarthenshire Wales; Review: We spent two nights at this lovely hotel and would recommend it to the most picky of trip advisor reviewers. It looked like the whole place had been refurbished recently and certainly whoever had designed things had a good eye for detail. Our room was very spacious and our double bed was the biggest I had ever slept in and was very comfortable. The room was light and airy and the view over the hills was fantastic. The grounds were well looked after and although there was some building work going on they tried to minimise any disturbance by putting up some tasteful fencing around the site. If the new building is a residents lounge then it would finish off the place as there was a breakfast room and a restaurant but no obvious inside public area. The meal we had on the first night was reasonably priced and cooked to a really high standard. I had a good portion of belly pork as a starter beautifully presented. My main course of kidneys on bubble and squeak was different and perfectly cooked. Wine not overly expensive. My wife enjoyed her fish cake starters and sea bass main course equally. Breakfast was very nice with a vast array of cereals, fruit etc followed by a variety of freshly cooked meals. If you are adventurous at breakfast try the Welsh option of cockles and larver bread. Staff were all very pleasant and I would highly recommend this hotel to anybody visiting this lovely walking area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bentley Brook Inn; City: Fenny Bentley Peak District National Park England; Review: We spent two nights in this very old inn and were looked after superbly. If you want to moan then you can find the creaky floorboards and bubbling pipe work somewhat disturbing but I guess to solve these problems they might have to have a complete rebuild of a very old property. The room was ordinary but perfectly functional with a good bed, nice views and all very clean. I would describe the feel of the place as a pub with rooms. But there was everything in our room 3 that you would expect. What makes me recommend the Bentley Brook were the staff who were genuinely friendly and chatty and the food. My regular moan with restaurants is small portions with no veg. Not this place. I had two lovely evening meals. The first being a traditional Derbyshire Lobby, a sort of cottage pie in a loaf of bread, very nice and very filling. My wife had scampi and chips which was served in a mini frying basket. Very quirky but not pretentious. The following night she had a very nice burger with plenty of garnish and I had the hanging kebab which defeated me with all of the salad and veg on the side. The wine was not silly money and when we retired to the bar with lovely armchairs it was apparent that locals and guests alike were using the place and the atmosphere set by the owners meant that people actually started talking to each other especially through the medium of those that had brought dogs. The breakfast was the usual fare and very nice but portion size was very generous. I had smoked haddock on the second morning and it resembled a whales tail as it was so big. If you are looking for a good wholesome, value for money friendly break then you will not be disappointed at Bentley Brook.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Highway Inn; City: Burford Cotswolds England; Review: We spent one night on an Amazon deal on one of the coldest nights of the year. The family who own this hotel are all friendly and couldn't be more helpful. We don't go looking for problems on these stays and are usually quite pleased but the Highway surpassed our expectations with little touches that made our stay memorable. There was no scrimping on anything so things like the orange juice at breakfast was plentiful and good quality, the breakfast was freshly cooked and had really good tasty bacon and sausage plus coffee that was both hot and strong. Our room was really comfortable with a massive bed, the finest quality scented toilet paper and a complimentary couple of glasses of sherry as an aperitif. What a lovely touch. The bar area restaurant was very rustic with beams, wooden floor and a lovely open fire. Quality music system gave the place a lovely atmosphere. All very nice but not pretentious at all. Finally our two course meal was fantastic. If you read any of my previous reviews I get very frustrated with pretty looking meals with no substance and no veg. Nothing of the sort here as our respective squid and whitebait starters were more than I have had for some main courses. My wife had a home made burger which came with plenty of chips and salad and I had the duck which was fantastically tasty in a lovely sauce with plenty of mash and vegetables. All perfectly cooked. I always moan about the price of wine but we had a bottle of Merlot which was very nice and no more than in most places. We were so full that we needed a walk up and down the Main Street before finally retiring. The hotel was pretty full as was the restaurant which made for a great atmosphere. The staff although busy coped with everything in a unhurried manner and timings between courses were just fine. I really hope that the family have great success with the Highway as they have created a lovely place to stay in a very nice Cotswolds town.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Angel at Burford; City: Burford Cotswolds England; Review: We spent one night here and would recommend it on every level. The bedroom was lovely and had been recently refurbished with a nice new bathroom with a bath. The bed was really comfortable and large with really crisp cotton duvet. Our evening meal was really well cooked. I had a very pleasant plaice whilst my wife had a monk fish risotto. The building was as you would expect in the Cotswolds very atmospheric and old, beams with nice chunky settee's and pine tables. Breakfast was freshly cooked and plentiful with fresh mushrooms, tomato's and a good quality sausage. The staff were friendly and helpful. Wine was a bit expensive for my taste but I usually say that! The only bit of feedback I would give is to get the duster out in the bedroom. It was not a problem to us but other reviewers might find it so. It is a quick fix to avoid any issues. All in all especially on an Amazon deal this represented really good value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Moon Inn; City: Stoney Middleton Hope Valley Peak District National Park England; Review: If you are looking for a basic pub with rooms then the Moon Inn offers good value especially on a Groupon. Beer, evening meal and breakfast were all fine. The pub is a proper one with locals popping in throughout the evening. Everybody knows that there is only one bathroom to use so you have to get your head round that although the actual room is fine. My only feedback would be to get a new mattress in room 3. We had a poor nights sleep, springs a bit near the surface and both of us rolling in to the middle. Overall a good practical watering hole for walkers and bikers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Highway Inn; City: Burford Cotswolds England; Review: This return visit was even better than the first. On a wet bonfire night the log fire was pushing out the heat and the atmosphere in the bar/restaurant was just lovely with plenty of customers. My wife and I had two courses both of which were of fantastic quality and presented in a really innovative way. Normally I get a bit cynical about platters and slates and copper pots because the food doesn't match the presentation. Not so here, top marks for both style and substance. I had a lovely starter of wood pigeon, a bit different and perfectly cooked. My wife had hot smoked salmon on a slate platter. Main course for me was a fish pie with plenty of varied seafood in an enamelled pie dish, so memories of Grandma and some lovely kale on a mini skillet. My wife had the duck breast which was perfectly cooked. The staff were lovely and the wine not too expensive. We were in such a good mood that we even spent some time speaking to a lovely couple sitting next to us who had just had a fantastic 6,000 mile European tour and felt that they had just had their best meal of the trip. Finally unless you are very picky the room was lovely. A comfortable bed, powerful shower and a bath, as well as the usual little decanter of sherry just enough to give you a warm glow, very thoughtful. Ok there were a few marks on the carpet and being country bumpkins we did hear a bit of traffic noise as the hotel is on the High Street which cannot be reduced by closing the windows. We were unlucky to have the dust cart arrive early and a beer delivery. You should also be impressed by the breakfast which was freshly cooked and had real tasty fresh mushrooms, proper tasty local sausages and everything you would expect and more. My wife enjoyed her eggs Benedict and the orange juice had real bits! It was of no consequence, but the lovely lady who served our breakfast who I believe is the owner apologised that there was no background music, so I told her that I would mark her down in my review. If you ever visit Burford and you should because it is lovely you will not be disappointed if you stay and eat at the Highway Inn.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites; City: Vidalia Louisiana; Review: There are probably two polarised opinions on this place. Our experience was very good probably because we had the awesome view of the Mississippi River and bridge taking you back in to Natchez. The view to the rear over the car park would have made you feel you had missed out. The rooms were very large and well furnished and in a good state of repair with really comfortable beds. As there were so few residents the breakfast bun fight was not too bad but still difficult to get a table. As we were in no hurry it didn't matter too much but there is clearly too little space for the number of potential guests. Staff on the desk were friendly as were the couple of overworked breakfast staff who did their best to placate the increasingly frustrated guests. Our experience was fine but I can see why others might post negative feedback.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham St Augustine Historic Downtown; City: St Augustine Florida; Review: This was day ten of our pre booked hotel tour of the Southern States of America. Not even in comparison to the other hotels was this poor it was just very poor on its own merit. Initially we were allocated a room when we booked in at about 5pm. Nice enough budget motel room but with walls so thin and a joining door so that we could hear the conversation from next door and they were not speaking loudly at all. We asked for a change and the receptionist was obliging and put us in to another block where we were away from the main road, had an outside wall and no adjoining door. Nice and quiet definitely, but one of the pet friendly rooms and smelt of dog. A big dog we thought. If we were correct, a big smelly dog that gets wet and dribbles a lot. You get the picture. We put up with the smell as the best of a bad job but whilst the room was ok the annexe was so far away from the main block there was no wi-fi, also no fridge or working coffee machine. Not the end of the world for one night but the class of resident made us feel very middle class as we were shocked by the openly marijuana smoking resident by the ice machine on our return to our room and the noisy 3am wake up call by other inconsiderate guests. I appreciate that some of our problems were not the fault of the hotel but this was not a positive Days Inn Experience.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Downtown; City: Memphis Tennessee; Review: We had a recently refurbished room on the top floor and could not fault any aspect of our two night stay. For once I found some genuinely friendly reception staff who actually looked you in the eye when they spoke. Little thoughtful tips like free coffee, iced water and afternoon cookies in the lobby are a really easy and inexpensive way of impressing the likes of me when everything else we have seen on our Southern Tour of the USA seems to come at a cost. Our room was exceptionally clean and spacious with two comfortable double beds. We could have not asked for more but got it with a complimentary buffet breakfast. Yes I know it was those annoying plastic plates but there was plenty of variety of breakfast to go round and appeal to all tastes so well done Comfort Inn and good luck with the rest of the refurbishment which apart from the reduced lift availability was not intrusive on our stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gilfach Holiday Village; City: Aberaeron Ceredigion Wales; Review: This holiday village is set in a beautiful location with all of the chalets overlooking the sea. Everything on site is clean and tidy and the staff are really friendly. The chalets have everything you need and are comfortable and warm. If you are looking for a quiet escape then this is the place for you. Stay away if you want WiFi and be prepared for poor phone reception. Go on you can live without it. I am sure that it is noisier during the summer holidays but for those of a certain age it reminded me of holidays of old. You make your own entertainment and if that means looking out over the sea at the Red Kites then so be it. There is a more than adequate bar area serving really plentiful portions of bar food at reasonable prices. Nothing not to like in my opinion.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brooks Country House; City: Sellack Ross on Wye Herefordshire England; Review: The title of my review really says it all. There has been a lot of investment in this hotel and we were very impressed with the fixtures and fittings which made the venue quite eye catching. The views are beautiful and there is even a nice warm outdoor pool. The rooms are very comfortable and the food is well cooked and plentiful. As the hotel is new there are minor teething problems with inexperienced staff and supervision. If they get this right which I hope they do it will make a good hotel in to a great one. I wish them well as this really is a place well worth visiting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel du Cap; City: Capbreton Landes Nouvelle Aquitaine; Review: This in my humble opinion is exactly how small mid range hotels should operate. A very welcoming man booked us in and was charming as he showed us to our room. He allowed me to look stupid as I tried to speak French and then communicated with me in perfect broken English. He put up with me trying to speak French throughout our 2 day stay which I am sure for him was long enough,but he greeted me each time we met and made me feel that I was doing my bit to rebuild bridges despite Brexit. Our room was spotlessly clean and decorated in pastel colours with a small balcony overlooking the harbour. The relatively busy road could not be heard when the shutter was down and door closed. The hotel was in a nice position just a ten minute walk to the sea and restaurants, a walk I might add that seemed for some reason shorter on the way back. I have not worked out why! I didn't fully utilise every option on the shower, suffice to say it was very modern, powerful and did the job. If I have one slight criticism it would be that the bed was comfortable and large enough but not as good as some I have experienced. Certainly not uncomfortable though. Breakfast was a feast with plenty of options all laid out buffet style where again we met the lovely man and somebody I really hope was his wife working their hardest to set up and clear the tables. There was fresh fruit, dried fruit, meats and cheeses along with plenty of coffee and bread and croissants etc. etc. This couple work very hard at making the hotel a real success. Try it out. If our experience is anything to go by you will not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auberge Clermont; City: Franschhoek Western Cape; Review: We stayed here for two nights in a beautifully looked after vineyard with the most amazing views and a great room. Ours was in the loft of what I would imagine was a barn once. Having climbed up a wooden staircase we had a huge bedroom and bathroom with two sitting areas decorated in what my wife described as French Provincial. Certainly posh enough for me let me tell you. There were other chalet type rooms on the ground floor but I am very pleased we had our room. We walked the grounds looking at all of the grape varieties that we would imbibe the second day and even had a game of tennis. There were chairs, recliners and benches subtly placed all around the grounds with little shaded courtyards and a small dip pool. Unfortunately we did not stay long enough to relax but the whole ambience of the place was restful and elegant. The breakfasts were freshly cooked if you wanted hot and there was plenty of fresh fruit, meats and cheeses along with cereals as well. You did not need to go hungry. The staff were all very accommodating and it was close enough to walk in to Franschhoek which is a very upmarket town with some fine dining and shopping opportunities. We enjoyed the first opportunity and I managed to avoid the second, thankfully.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Welgelegen Boutique Guest House; City: Cape Town Central Western Cape; Review: Well Fiona and Karen haven't you made this beautiful Victorian Town House in to something special. We had three nights here in great comfort with great attention to detail. The staff were friendly and could not do enough for us. Trips and restaurants were all explained and recommended and the breakfast was just lovely as was the honesty bar set up for the evening where you could help yourself and mingle with other guests. My title of this review meant that the place looked good. It was in immaculate condition for an old house. It felt good. Thick towels supplied on top of really comfortable sun loungers. Deep armchairs and settees that would have been warm and enveloping in winter. It sounded good. The amiable chatter amongst and with the staff and the subtle background music. Finally it even smelt good as scented candles were burnt giving off a wonderful aroma. A large comfortable bed and a prime location within walking distance of some good restaurants and also close enough to walk to the V&A Waterfront topped it off. And I forgot to mention, with the awesome Table Mountain as a backdrop. A great start to our African adventure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Southern Cross Beach House; City: Plettenberg Bay Western Cape; Review: Let's get the negatives out of the way first. We had been spoilt on our Garden Route Trip up to this point with two sumptuous rooms in boutique hotels and a log cabin booked for us by the good people at Sundowner Holidays. So first impressions were that this was more bijou than boutique and the initial meet and greet was a little underwhelming in the fact that we were just shown to our room. No local information or times for breakfast etc. We were also situated on the lower floor in a row of five letting rooms which had a wooden veranda overlooking a small garden area. We did just about have a sea view but the best view was the one from the upper floor. Now there was a reason why we couldn't have the best room in the house, as it was in fact the owners quarters so bully for us. So from now on things perked up. The room was fresh and clean with a comfortable bed and good shower. The whole place was painted white and had a colonial feel with lots of wood and decking. There was a lovely breakfast room come lounge which was not necessary on our stay as we were able to sit out on the deck overlooking the Indian Ocean. Breakfast was fine with a choice of something freshly cooked as well as plenty of fresh fruit and cakes. Here we met the ever so enthusiastic Wendy who looked after us and gave us all of the information that we needed, including booking us a table at one of her recommended restaurants. We ventured out of the back gate on to a boardwalk which led us down to the near deserted 5k beach with beautiful soft golden sand. We would have liked to be able to walk in to and out of town but the location means that you do need a car or taxi. Because Southern Cross is so small you do find you are talking to the other guests which was very nice as after ten days on our own conversation between my wife and I was becoming limited especially as she had found that the TV in our room picked up the Australian Tennis Open.! So all in all well done to everybody at Southern Cross we had a very nice three days in a lovely location.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Buck Inn Chop Gate; City: Chop Gate North York Moors National Park North Yorkshire Engla; Review: We had two nights in a spotlessly clean room with comfortable bed and good facilities. The German menu made for an interesting and different range of food and we were lucky enough to enjoy some good live music. The breakfast was freshly cooked to order but we were surprised that there was no cereals or fresh fruit on offer. Overall though a nice place to stay with friendly staff.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eastwood Hall; City: Eastwood Nottinghamshire England; Review: I am glad I didn't read the recent negative reviews as our experience as professional Grouponers was first class. For something in the region of £90 with an additional 15% discount we had great value for money. What we expect is cleanliness and a good nights sleep in a decent bed. On that score our one night was fine. So everything else was a bonus. A £32 bottle of Prosecco was included in with the two course meal. Starters were very nice. Salt and pepper squid and a ham terrine. My beef flank main course was slightly overdone and my wife who is a burger expert gave this offering an average rating but nevertheless had no problem finishing it. The leisure centre was clean, had a good sized swimming pool with jacuzzi and steam room and there was also a tennis court and gym. How nice to have a swim before breakfast. The breakfast was excellent with fresh fruit, cereals and although buffet style the cooked items had not been sitting around for ages and included freshly cooked tomatoes and mushrooms not tinned. All of the staff were really friendly although "there you are darling" may not be one of the best lines to appear in the top class waitressing manual when serving our meal. I did not sense any tiredness in our bedroom or the public rooms although this is a large chain type hotel with standard rooms and is not part of the impressive hall you see as you approach. If you want me to be picky then our double bed looked and was too small for the size of the room. It would have been nice to have a larger one. Finally although we had a peaceful nights sleep the door locks are those that close with a metallic clunk and it is impossible to close them quietly. Fortunately there were not many people in on a Sunday night. Credit where it is due we could not fault Eastwood Hall on value for money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Mayfield House Hotel; City: Crudwell Cotswolds England; Review: When you go away on a Groupon Deal you usually expect and put up with something not being quite right. So I can only say that this hotel didn't have any WOW factor which seems incredibly mean as I am now going to list all the good points. All of the staff were attentive, incredibly hard working and very friendly as long as you are not sensitive to being called 'darling, sweetheart etc ' which we weren't. The car park was large enough and the grounds were well looked after and would have been nice to sit in had the weather allowed. The whole hotel was clean and tidy and the rooms were spacious enough, clean and everything that should have worked did. The bed was comfortable and although we thought the traffic noise might be a problem the double glazing worked perfectly and we slept really well. Although carpets and fittings weren't new they were far from needing a refurb. The food was plentiful and well cooked served in a nice if somewhat dated restaurant with a good atmosphere with a bit of background music. Breakfast was help yourself to cereals and fresh fruit and then freshly cooked with plenty of variety on a theme. You would not go hungry here. The wine list was a bit pricey which put me off but other than that the Mayfield House Hotel was doing everything right which I hope was proven by the number of satisfied customers staying when we visited.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: B B Wladimir Studios; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: Spotlessly clean with one of the most comfortable beds we have ever experienced leading to us sleeping for nearly 12 hours after our walking exploits in Amsterdam. The excessive sleep might have been due to the absolute silence experienced despite the fact that we were in the middle of the city and well within walking distance of all attractions. No traffic noise or otherwise. Finally the cosy title relates to the space available which was limited but more than enough for us. We had a very small narrow kitchen which had a microwave, small fridge and kettle and a few cups, glasses and plates. The bedroom was ok with a corner table and one chair and the en-suite was fine with a nice shower and good decor throughout. Overall a good use of the space available that gave us a comfortable three nights city break.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hever Hotel; City: Hever Sevenoaks District Kent England; Review: We stayed one night on a Groupon deal and had a really great experience. The rooms (38) looked like they had been recently refurbished and were spotlessly clean with a very comfortable bed. Plentiful hot water and fluffy towels added to our enjoyment in preparation for the evening meal. The food was well cooked and presented. It was just about enough for us but for the big eaters you probably would find the portion sizes of two lamb chops for me and pork belly for my wife a bit small. Bottle of wine £20 a bit on the expensive side and bar drinks similarly so but I accept they have to make money somehow. Staff pleasant enough and the manager was on the ball to solve a couple of diners complaint that their spotlight was too bright. He took the bulb out, well done, problem solved. The whole building which seemed to have numerous different styles of room in various courtyards was laid out nicely and well maintained. Breakfast was help yourself but full of variety and the room and staff seemed to handle a good number of diners descending at a similar time. Overall a gem of a find and great value for money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Millers Close Holiday Cottages; City: Newcastle County Down Northern Ireland; Review: You cannot beat a deal that gives you a weeks holiday in a superb cottage for £100 per couple. In fact there was a third bedroom and if you had six then there would still have been enough space. All good amenities, beds were really comfy and we were lucky enough to have super weather which meant we didn't get the full open fire experience which looked really cosy. Great location if you like the mountains of Mourne and all that goes with an outdoor active holiday.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cedar Court Hotel; City: Harrogate North Yorkshire England; Review: Almost everything was as it should be and for the money on a Groupon it represented fantastic value. Clean and tidy throughout with large recently refurbished rooms and large comfortable beds. A good selection of food for evening meals, cooked well and served piping hot. I had the duck leg and my wife a nice chicken dish. All staff that we met were friendly and helpful. I think the barman was a bit out of his depth as I watched him struggle to open a bottle of wine with a corkscrew and then discuss the range of white wines only to be told that he had a nice Tempranillo. I am sure somebody will correct me if I am wrong but it would be very unusual to have a Tempranillo Blanco raise its head in deepest Yorkshire. The location is fantastic being right on the Stray and within walking distance of Central Harrogate. Bar prices were a bit expensive but they have to make their money somehow. The two things which I would be picky about were that the rooms at the back of the hotel were subject to a constant ventilation noise which because we had the windows open could be a problem for some. The most glaring problem was that for a hotel of this size and standing, two of the four white wines on the wine list were not available. Come on management, the poor waiting staff were left incredibly exposed having to apologise for your ineptness. It didn't spoil our evening but surely could and should have been avoided. That said the breakfast was great although I am not a fan of coffee flasks but there was a massive range of cereals, fruits and buffet style cooked full English. Special mention for some lovely fresh field mushrooms. Overall very good apart from the couple of areas highlighted.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: World Map Wall Clock with Antiqued Bronze Case; Brand: Upper Deck; Review: love the clock but maybe you should pack this clock better, arrived and the glass was shattered.i might keep it and find a local glass shop to make a new piece.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Norpro Heavy Duty Adjustable Cheese Slicer; Brand: Norpro; Review: Absolute garbage. The wire broke the first time I used it. It came with a replacement wire, it broke as well. Don't waste your money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Le Creuset Stoneware Covered Rectangular Casserole, 12.5 by 8.5-Inch, Caribbean; Brand: Le Creuset; Review: First time in the oven on 350 and it cracked in half.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 12" Vintage Roman Numeral Design Wood Clock - Eruner France Paris *Café De La; Brand: Eruner; Review: Didn't work, looks cheap.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Trader Joe's Blue Insulated Tote / Reusable Grocery Bag Extra Large; Brand: Trader Joe's; Review: Nice bag, but the zipper broke after 1 use.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Danze D481316 Ceiling Mount Showerarm with Flange, 6-Inch, Chrome; Brand: Danze; Review: it's a piece of pipe.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: InSinkErator CRD-00 Power Cord Kit, Pack of 1, Black; Brand: InSinkErator; Review: It's just a plug and wire; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lutron Credenza Plug-In Dimmer FOR Halogen and Incandescent Bulbs, with Locator Light, TT-300NLH-WH, White; Brand: Lutron; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lutron Credenza Plug-In Dimmer FOR Halogen and Incandescent Bulbs, with Locator Light, TT-300NLH-BL, Black; Brand: Lutron; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gerber STL 2.0 Knife [22-41122]; Brand: Gerber; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vacmaster 12 Gallon, 5 Peak HP, Wet/Dry Vacuum with Detachable Blower, VBV1210; Brand: Vacmaster; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vacmaster Washable Cartridge Filter for Wall Mountable Vac, VWCF; Brand: Vacmaster; Review: Did no fit vacuum.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Delta Faucet Delta Faucet 75160-SS Dryden, Universal Tank Lever, Stainless; Brand: DELTA FAUCET; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delta Faucet 128892 Dryden Pivoting Toilet Paper Holder, Brilliance Stainless Steel; Brand: DELTA FAUCET; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Delta Faucet 128891 Dryden Towel Ring, Brilliance Stainless Steel; Brand: DELTA FAUCET; Review: Exactly what I expected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Oatey 42017 Universal Snap-Tite 4.25-Inch Strainer, Rubbed Bronze; Brand: Oatey; Review: Covered drain as expected.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Holiday Inn Resort Panama City Beach; City: Panama City Beach Florida; Review: PCB Holiday Inn is a Great place, friendly staff, perfect view of the Gulf from every room balcony above 4th floor. Very relaxed and casual beach atmosphere. You walk out the elevator, out the back door by the pool, down the short path and you are on the sugar white sands of the Gulf. Staff has lots of fun things planned to keep guest entertained like line dancing, movies by the pool, steel drum band, and island dancers. When weather and gulf conditions changed, beach staff and life guards made sure guest were aware of rip tide danger. Safety from parking lot across street with shuttle service and walkway under traffic way. Convience store on site with decent pricing, flip flops to sub sandwiches. Snack/grill/pizza by the pool sandw/fries $9, restaurant was a little pricey, brkfst buffet $19. Full size fridge and microwave in every room for hungry $$ conscious beach bums!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Country Inn Suites by Radisson Oklahoma City at Northwest Expressway OK; City: Oklahoma City Ok; Review: Need 2rooms for our 3night stay. Cons: Asked in advance for handicap w connecting, but put on separate floors and never got the shower stool we requested. Beds a little hard and no seating other than desk chair. Awakened at 2am to a loud drunk trying to get into our room, called front desk and he was immediately taken card of. Pool was cold and dirty, but understand the problem w recent rains. Pros: room was clean, price is competitive, breakfast was tasty(go before 8am) and fresh cookies and hot drink in lobby all day. Lending library for a quick read. Good location. Beverly's diner us just up the street. Famous for pancakes.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Suites; City: Rapid City South Dakota; Review: Nice hotel and great location for Rushmore, Custer State Park and Crazy Horse. I booked thru hotel site w reward card for reasonable rate for the area, $152 w taxes per night. King suite w pull out bed. Pros: clean, quiet rooms..the suites have ample room for family. Couch and chair plus table, kitchen sink and fridge made a comfortable setting to relax after a day of sight seeing. Pool was warm and hot tub was large. Free breakfast is the standard. Staff was helpful in directing us to avoid the construction, just shoot across Fairmont to 5th, left on 5th will take you to I-90 and Rushmore Mall. Cons: wi-fi is terrible. Lots of rambunctious kids in pool with in-attentive parents(not hotels fault). Will highly recommend to others!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Phoenix Airport; City: Phoenix Arizona; Review: Friendly staff, nice, clean inviting room and the breakfast was delicious for hotel fare. Scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes were hot and welcome addition to the waffles, cereal, breads that are always on the menu. The pool area, in the center patio of the hotel, is clean and nice. The pool was actually a bit warm at 10pm. Only drawback, one elevator for 3 story hotel that is spread out. A bit of a walk from our outside, farthest from the elevator room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn Suites by Wyndham Kanab; City: Kanab Utah; Review: Rooms need updating, especially the beds. The pool was ice cold. Guest laundry has 2 washers and dryers. Breakfast was the usually fare, waffle machine, circle premade omelet, bagels, etc. Computer and printer were out of order. Just a stop along the way.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Bryce Canyon; City: Panguitch Utah; Review: The staff was friendly, the room had recently been updated with new carpet and tile. The outside looks rustic old west, but our room was clean and very nice. Full breakfast was usual fare. Laundry facilities on site, but no pool. Close proximity(20-25min) to Bryce Canyon with reasonable pricing. Nowhere to eat within 5 miles and limited restaurant hours in nearby Panguitch. Room has microwave and fridge. I would have appreciated chairs on the porch to watch the community of prairie dogs on the other side of the parking lot.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wildflower Inn at BellRock; City: Sedona Arizona; Review: What? Office hours are 7am to 10pm, so watch your time! Can't check out before 7am and can't check in after 10pm. Rooms are dated, no pool, minimal courtesy breakfast. Sedona seems to be on Sedona time, not much open after 6pm. The Blue Moon across the street has pretty good café food. Only perk...great view of Bell Rock!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hat Rock Inn; City: Mexican Hat Utah; Review: Interesting place in the middle of nowhere. The staff could be friendlier, but found the room to be comfortable and clean. AC worked well, small fridge and microwave in room. The pool in saltwater, clean and beautiful scenery around. Lots of lounges available in the sun or in a shade. Easy access entry in shallow area for kids to play in. The café is not open and no breakfast is included.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: We Were Liars; Author: E. Lockhart; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, romance, fiction; Review: It is worth reading this book. Just. Some people might enjoy the way the whole thing doesn't really make sense. My problem was that I had to read EVERYTHING twice to understand what was actually going on.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Red Queen (Red Queen, #1); Author: Victoria Aveyard; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I really enjoyed this book. It isn't particularly original, but it's so well written that that doesn't bother me. The ending is so good and unexpected; it is worth getting through the slightly boring middle bit if you are thinking about giving up. I agree with lots of other people that Mare is really annoying and full of flaws- but I think to enjoy the book you just have to accept that she makes mistakes and is not that smart. Overall Red Queen is a great read that is worth persevering with!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass, #1); Author: Sarah J. Maas; Genres: young-adult, romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: I love this book. It's powerful badass and definitely an amazing fantasy novel. However, I can see why people dislike this book too. Celaena is not the person the blurb makes her out to be. Sure; she is ruthless and a cold-blooded killer, but she is also a girly girl who enjoys being pampered. I know that people have problems with the book because of that, but it really helps you see character development and as a result of this Celaena is not your typical one dimensional character. Her story is not at all boring, and the people she meets are incredible. The series as a whole is so amazing and worth persevering with if you didn't enjoy the first book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matched (Matched, #1); Author: Ally Condie; Genres: young-adult, romance, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: This book is rubbish. A mediocre plot that is badly written and terribly described, bland stereotypical characters- the only promising thing about this book is its cover. So why did I give it two stars? Well, despite the fact the writing was rubbish, somehow the ending hooked me. I'm going to read the second book, so I hope it's better!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Iron Butterfly (Iron Butterfly, #1); Author: Chanda Hahn; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I loved this book. To be honest I don't know why it isn't really popular. The plot is really well thought out and well written; the author doesn't jump from place to place it all moves smoothly and it all makes sense. I would definitely recommend this book to fantasy readers!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Star (The 5th Wave, #3); Author: Rick Yancey; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I really wanted to like this book. The first book in this series was great, but the second was a bit of a disappointment. I needed this book to pull me back in to Cassie's world. However it failed. Big time. It felt as though the book was written just for interesting quotes; the author would randomly drop some large cliche line into the text whether it made sense or not. All the theory's were interesting at first but we never get told properly which theory about the Others is correct- sure, we can make a guess- but not one character ever lets us know for sure why the Others were even there. As for the ending, it all just seemed rushed and improper, like the author was fed up with the storyline and wanted to just end the story as quickly as possible. All of a sudden all the action goes, there is a bit of sacrifice and then everyone is happy but not happy and it ends. I have so many unanswered questions. I'll conclude and say that this book was a MASSIVE disappointment.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Silver Siren (Iron Butterfly, #3); Author: Chanda Hahn; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: Wow! This book was AMAZING, I was hooked from the start. It joins smoothly from the second book and is really well written. However, you HAVE TO read the first two books before you read this book- nothing will make sense if you read it first!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Queen Song (Red Queen, #0.1); Author: Victoria Aveyard; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I thought this book was really intriguing if a bit slow at the beginning. Okay there wasn't much plot and nothing really happened but I found the book really interesting and it opened up a lot of the Red Queen world.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steel Scars (Red Queen, #0.2); Author: Victoria Aveyard; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: I really like the Red Queen series but this was SOOOOOOO boring. I expected Farley's character to have lots of depth but there was nothing. Either the author was holding back information or there was none. The mission reports were a waste of space- they accounted for about half the story and they were confusing to read. I just don't get what this story added to the series if it added anything.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia, #1); Author: C.S. Lewis; Genres: young-adult, children, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: This book is pretty much my childhood. It's pretty much an epic fantasy series but without any inappropriate scenes or language. I can't even write anymore than that because admittedly I haven't read it since I was about twelve. Still from what I can remember this book is amazing and if you haven't read it you're missing out!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
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Title: Orijen 6-Fish Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 15.4lb; Brand: Orijen; Review: My Frenchie loves this food. The only draw back is it is very expensive and it stinks!!! I gave it five stars because my dog loves it and she has stopped licking her paws. :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Flexi Retractable All Belt Lead, 16ft; Brand: Flexi; Review: This is a great leash. It is so much smoother than the old one I used to have. I have a 22 pound Frenchie and it's perfect for taking her outside.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Orijen 6 Fresh Fish Dog Food 15lb; Brand: Orijen; Review: Best dog food there is! My friend told me about this product. My lil Frenchie stopped chewing her feet after two weeks eating Orijen. Only negative about this food is : it's expensive with shipping; it has to be ordered; and it stinks! However- your pet will love this food and you will love the results! :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yuppie Puppy Medium Black Anti Pull Mesh Dog Harness Neck Sizes 10"-16"; Brand: Yuppie Puppy; Review: I have a 22 pound Frenchie. This harness is perfect for her. I wish it could act as a safety harness in the car too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Petstages Cheese Chase; Brand: Petstages; Review: My kitty and French Bulldog love, love, love this toy. I need another one for upstairs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allary CAT AND SMALL DOG NAIL CLIPPERS; Brand: Allary; Review: Purrfect little nail clippers. Easy to use and my kitty doesn't mind at all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Petlinks Electronic Motion Toys for Cats; Brand: Petlinks; Review: Great toy. My kitty plays with it sometimes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bat and Scratch Catnip Corrugate Cat Toy by Petstages; Brand: Petstages; Review: My cat loves this toy! Sadly so does my French Bulldog Amd she has chewed everyone I have purchased! Grrrrrrr; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Emmy's Best Anti-Chew Bitter Spray; Brand: Emmy's Best; Review: I've used this for a week. My kitty isn't a big scratcher but she does like my kitchen chairs. I have sprayed them several times a day. My kitty seems to not be clawing them as much as before but she still goes to them and scratches some. So....the jury is still out if it works 100%. It does seem to have helped so that's good. She never makes any marks on my chairs but I don't want her to start so I purchased this because of the great reviews. I'll keep spraying the chairs and see if she stops all together. I'll rate it a five if she leaves them alone .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Espree Puppy Products; Brand: Espree; Review: Yes- they smell great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pet Head Puppy Fun!! Tearless Shampoo 16.1oz; Brand: The Company of Animals; Review: Very good shampoo for puppy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastro Intestinal Low Fat Canned Dog Food 24/13.6 oz; Brand: Royal Canin; Review: This is great for my French bulldog. However, you can buy it on Chewy.com for half the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yuppie Puppy, Anti-Pull Mesh Harness, Size Small (8"-14"), Black, For Heavy to Moderate Pullers; Brand: Yuppie Puppy Pet Products; Review: This is a great little harness. It is easy to use and my French bulldog does great with it. It also washes well in the machine if needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Artificial Tears Ophthalmic Solution (15ml Bottle); Brand: Artificial Tears; Review: Seemed to help my kitty; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Earthtone Solutions Best Cat Cave Bed, Unique Handmade Natural Felted Merino Wool, Large Covered and Cozy, Also Perfect for; Brand: Earthtone Solutions; Review: My two cats both love this! I would give it a five rating but my 8 pound can't fit in the hole. My 7 pound cat can crawl into the opening just fine. I wish my 8 pounder could enjoy it .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Moolecole Adidog Pet Dog Hooded Clothes Apparel Puppy Cat Warm Hoodies Coat Sweater for Small Dogs; Brand: Moolecole; Review: Cute but runs super small.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: GoPets Dematting Comb with 2 Sided Professional Grooming Rake for Cats & Dogs; Brand: GoPets; Review: Works about as well as any other cat comb.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
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Title: World's Softest Cozy Slippers; Brand: World's Softest; Review: I am a true to size 8 1/2... this slipper fits perfectly!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Plum Feathers Rich Solid Colors Cashmere Feel Winter Scarf; Brand: Plum Feathers; Review: Great black scarf.. it is very comfortable as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ili New York 6462 Leather Eyeglass Case; Brand: ili New York; Review: Love this eyeglass case. I get so many compliments! ;-); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bam&bü Women's Premium Bamboo No Show Casual Socks - 3 or 4 pair pack - Non-Slip; Brand: bam & b; Review: These socks are truly the best!! No slipping down shoe or boot at all!! I will be ordering more!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leggings Depot Women's Ultra Soft Printed Fashion Leggings; Brand: ; Review: Great leggings!! I am a size small and these fit perfectl!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: UGG Australia Women's Kayla, 5 B(M) US, Black; Brand: ; Review: So comfortable!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dazzling Glitter Sparkling Bling Sequins Handbag Clutch Evening Party Bag; Brand: Broadfashion; Review: My daughter loves it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Jackdaws; Author: Visit Amazon's Ken Follett Page; Review: Cleverly written, though at times implausible action, takes the reader through a plot to thwart the Nazi regime in occupied France. The well drawn female characters provide the reader with satisfaction as heroines emerge and get their revenge. Another Follett triumph that is too good to put down!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The BOOK THIEF; Author: Visit Amazon's Markus Zusak Page; Review: Wonderfully written tale that personifies death as its compassionate narrator. Zusak's metophorical language interjects levity into what is perhaps the most grievous period in history. We are drawn to each character who resides on Himmel Strasse. Even the mayor's wife, from a "better street" elicits sympathy when we hear her tale. Leisel, Max, Rudy, Rosa and Hans give us glimpses into a reality we can only imagine, but through which many Germans suffered under the maniacal Hitler. Zusak evokes every emotion from happiness, joy, sorrow, empathy to grief from his readers as we come to love these victims of Nazi brutality and war. This book is a poignant statement against war and especially dictatorships as it serves to caution us to guard against being gullible; and to instead make humanity and love our first priorities. .; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Betrayed: A Rosato & Associates Novel (A Rosato & DiNunzio Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Scottoline Page; Review: A fast-paced read with Scottoline's usual wit, intertwined with mystery, intrigue and an ironic twist that was mostly unexpected. Scottoline never disappoints, and Betrayed is up there with her finest work.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Perfect Lie; Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Scottoline Page; Review: Scottoline once again proves she is a virtuosa of scope with her novel, One Perfect Lie. The reader is led down a path of deception to the point of distaste. Then the author twists the heart and plot to reveal the unexpected. The final few pages are somewhat weak, but the suspense getting there is worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Goldberg Variations: A Story of Three Cousins and a Fortune; Author: Visit Amazon's Susan Isaacs Page; Review: Cleverly titled Goldberg Variations deserves 5 stars because of its engrossing conversations on a variety of topics from the four Goldberg's individual points of view.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Samsung P2370HD 23-Inch Full 1080p HDTV LCD Monitor - Black Rose; Brand: Samsung; Review: I received this product today, and couldn't be happier. What is not told in the title of the product is that it is an HDTV monitor, meaning it has every aspect of a monitor such as good brightness, a headphone jack, and color, and it has the great properties of an HDTV such as component input, HDMI input PC input, integrated speakers (which sound surprisingly good) and surprisingly, DVI input. It also has input for cable (or fiber if that's what you have), which means you can watch all your favorite TV programs right in your office. In the box is the monitor its self, a DVI cable, a PC cable, power cable, instruction booklet & instructional DVD, assembly booklet (for the stand, which is easy to assemble), a remote controller, 2 AAA batteries for the remote, and a cable management clip. There are two things I don't like about it though, one of which isn't noticeable unless your screen is black. The bottom right corner seems to be lit up more than the other corners (which I suspect is due to side lighting). The other thing kind of bugs me. The integrated speakers are mono speakers, meaning that there is no surround sound aspect to it. You CAN connect surround sound to it, but I don't have a system. The thing that bugs me the most is that it doesn't do stereo sound even with headphones, at least with the HDMI input, although, you may be able to change this within the great user interface that this thing has. Pros: Great lighting, HDTV and Monitor inputs (HDMI, PC, DVI, Component), VERY stylish, touch screen interface on monitor it's self, good integrated speakers, comes with EVERYTHING you will need. Cons: Only mono sound (that I know of) without surround sound system, side lighting can be uneven when screen is black (barely noticeable). Over all, I rate this product a 5 out of 5 due to the sleek look, the great picture quality, the good integrated speakers, the ability of using cable and fiber TV, the extra stuff that it comes with, and the MASSIVE variety of inputs on the back. Update -10/25/13- I've had this HDTV monitor for almost 3 months now, and it is working very well with the PC I just built! The uneven lighting is only on one corner, and still isn't noticeable unless I really try to notice it, and I also found out that this thing DOES have stereo sound! I'm not sure how I got it to work, but I guess if you mess with the settings enough, it will work. Over all, a GREAT quality monitor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JLab JBuds J4 Heavy Bass Metal In-Ear Earbuds with Travel Case; Brand: JLAB; Review: Great ear buds for the casual listener. It has good bass, and they are VERY sturdy. I constantly mistreat them, and they haven't lost any quality at any point. These earbuds are pretty much standard to how much you pay for them, and I would say that they are even better than that.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alfa Long-Range Dual-Band AC1200 Wireless USB 3.0 Wi-Fi Adapter w/2x 5dBi External Antennas - 2.4GHz 300Mbps / 5Ghz 867Mbps; Brand: ALFA; Review: This network adapter is okay for what it does. The speed and range is great, but only when the adapter is working. Sometimes the adapter refuses to connect to the 5GHz network (which is what I bought it for), and will not connect until you restart the system X amount of times. I would not recommend purchasing this if you require a constant connection.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: ASUS VE248H 24" Full HD 1920x1080 2ms HDMI DVI VGA Back-lit LED Monitor; Brand: Asus; Review: Very nice monitor for the price. It also has built in speakers, which are pretty good quality for a monitor. Picture is sharp, colors are vivid, absolutely perfect for the price. Keep in mind that this monitor does not support component or composite cables.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JETech Universal FM Transmitter Radio Car Kit with 3.5mm Audio Plug and Autoscan - 0792; Brand: JETech; Review: It gets the job done, but the range is very poor, which is a problem. Adjusting it can sometimes fix the problem, but that isn't always an option when you are driving.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Gam3Gear Component AV Audio Video Cable for PS3 PS2; Brand: Gam3Gear; Review: Use these cables if your ps2 looks too blurry on an HDTV! While playing GTA San Andreas, I wasn't able to see the ammo count until I used these cables.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: for Anker 20W Premium Stereo Bluetooth Portable Speaker; Brand: Co2Crea; Review: This case fits the Anker speaker perfectly! The nets on the inside are very convenient as well if you need to store some cables. Great build quality, and feels like it can take a beating.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: FRYE Men's Phillip Inside Zip; Brand: ; Review: With all the reviews I was expecting the best quality of boot I had ever owned. I was disappointed when I received them. There seems to be absolutely no finish at all on the worn spots. I really didn't really expect that. No problem with fit to my normal size 11. They seem very comfortable but I haven't worn them long enough to comment more. They look great too. There were several ends of stitching exposed and hanging that you can burn or snip off. . There also appears to be some kind of wax or grease over every stitched seam. Visibly whitish it looks and feels like Crisco if they still make that stuff. For the price my Tony Lama ostrich boots are better quality and cost 60$ less.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MX608V3 Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Great shoes for indoors. No blue from the sole visible on my Burberry carpet after many months of use and tramping my fat ass in and out of various rooms and up and down stairs. This model is made in Indonesia and I wouldn't have purchased had I known however, I'm very happy with fit, quality, and lack of carpet staining.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kamik Men's Bushman Snow Boot; Brand: ; Review: I love that the calves fold down to hunter orange and that is how I've used them to this point. In fold down mode these boots make a great pair of warm slip-ons to keep on the rug by the back door. My wife loves the same pair too and says they keep her feet warm even though my feet are much larger than hers. We've had temps here of 10 to 32 degrees and snow. I've used them for shoveling, taking out the dog, and inspecting around the house in up to 8 inches of snow and walked through deep snow on a hill. My have feet stayed dry and toasty in these boots. I find the boots comfortable, sure footed, and easy to walk in. I also got a great price. I gave them 4 stars because they are only the second pair of winter boots I have ever owned and after 30 years I decided to upgrade. If they last half as long, and so do I, I'll come back and change it to 5.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 3V Gear Smuggler Adventure Duffel Bag - Heavy Duty Duffel Bag Backpack (45L) - Rucksack Style Shoulder Strapes; Brand: 3V Gear; Review: I bought this duffle because I have a 3V sling pack that I really love (awesome backpack) I love this duffle too. Great complimentary to my Tasmania luggage. Fits right on top of the small carryon roller and secure handle over handle seems like one piece. Very well made and the way its made also allows me to secure it using a corded bicycle combination lock. I keep it on the bag. Allows me to take it anywhere confident of its theft deterrent. Probably as good as the Kiss bags that cost much more and have feminine appeal. I just don't need to appeal to that side of me at this time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beanie Knit Skull Cap - Wool Blend Ski Hat - Men Women; Brand: CacheAlaska; Review: Love the fit. My cranium is XL to XXL, or 7 5/8. The XL size is very comfortable on my skull. My hair is cut with a #3 (short). The compression stretch is not tight so Im not feeling it much even though snug on my head ( if that makes sense). Great compliment to my parka since theres no beanie band. Like it a lot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Samba Vallarta All Inclusive; City: Flamingos Nuevo Vallarta Pacific Coast; Review: My wife and I just returned from two weeks in PV where we booked our stay at the Samba. We could not have been more pleased by the help prior to our arrival with questions and once we arrived. Check in was fast. Almost all staff speak some English and the desk staff all seemed to speak very good English. Rooms were very nice, large and were kept spotless. When we arrived we were given a room in the back of the hotel facing the neighboring hotel's pool. We asked to change rooms but the ones facing the Samba's pool area and with a better ocean view were booked. They suggested we check back in two days which we did and they gladly moved us to a pool view room which was awesome and much appreciated. Staff were constantly working around the property to keep it in top shape. I have never seem so much effort put into making sure a property looked nice! Great jobs guys! Food was very....very good. It is an all inclusive and sure there are repeats but who cares, try something new. The Italian restaurant was tremendous! We never had an opportunity to try the Mexican restaurant but heard it was great! Service was great, wait staff very friendly and helpful and were willing to go out of their way to assist you. I can't say enough about these hard working people. The bartenders .........top notch. The two we go to know best were Martin and Fermen who did a great job. These two guys watched your drinks, remembered what they were, asked if you had enough liquor in each , and often just refilled your drink before you were done! Beach was wonderful and well maintained. Aggressive vendors were not an issue. Plenty of chairs everywhere. Bar staff were excellent at bringing drinks to us at either the pool or the beach area. Dollar tips were greatly appreciated. Pool was beautiful and very well maintained. Evening entertainment was fun and staff worked very hard at this. Although we booked and paid for two weeks, during our second week we purchased into a program at a hotel further down the beach. They agreed to move us in for the rest of our stay which they did, and it was wonderful. We did miss the staff, the grounds, and the very awesome service we received at the Samba which we would rank as 5 star.. We would very highly recommend the Samba. We will plan to stay there again in the future. Our thanks to all the staff whom we got to know and who treated us so warmly!! Friends from Minnesota; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lowell Inn; City: Stillwater Minnesota; Review: Beautiful setting and in a great small town. The hotel sits at the top of a small hill in the middle of town and has been a destination for many years. We really went for the special dinner in the Matterhorn room. Five course Fondue dinner which was delicious and very romantic. We had the huge carved and ornate room pretty much to ourselves which was great. A different wine can be paired with each Fondue course which is highly recommended. The dinner was a treat and did not disappoint us in any way ----5 stars. Small rooms... ours was not dusted. Great spot .....go for the food not the rooms!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paradise Village Beach Resort Spa; City: Nuevo Vallarta Pacific Coast; Review: Check in was a breeze with helpful desk staff. We were upgraded upon request to an ocean view room although we had requested one initially. Rooms were very nice and were well maintained. Beds were firm but not too hard. Pools were well maintained, beach was beautiful and there was never a difficulty finding a chair on the beach or near the pool. Food was quite good and we did do the all inclusive package for our two week stay. Our room had cooking facilities and there was a large market nearby that you could buy everything you would need. Free wifi that worked well mot of the time. Nice gym for working out with a very helpful trainer there daily. Highly recommended for anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Motel 6 Front Royal Va; City: Front Royal Virginia; Review: Booked this without seeing it so was not sure what to expect. When we arrived looked quaint from the outside although maybe in need of some updating. Hard to tell exactly where the office was so a better sign would be helpful. Once inside had to wait about 10 minutes for the manager to return. Apologized and said renovations were being completed and things were in a bit of confusion. Strange entry or lobby area but don't let that throw you. We had a small but nice room on the second floor. Very reasonable price. No elevator so be prepared to carry luggage up and down stairs. Room was basic but had everything we needed including a comfortable bed. Got good recommendations for dinner at the front desk. Be aware no breakfast is served but head on down to the Cracker Barrel for a great breakfast and good coffee. Recommend for a night or two. Would stay there again!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Natchez; City: Natchez Mississippi; Review: Stayed here for 5 nights during the Fall Pilgrimage. Handy location to everything. Rooms were clean however could use an update. Nice pool area although we did not have time to use the pool so unable to comment on that other than to say, it looked well kept. Business caters to some long term guests, over night stays and some families vacationing. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel serves a very nice breakfast and also a dinner Monday-Thursday. Dinner consisted of a lot of dishes with beans and more beans so I ate minimally however my wife enjoyed the dinner and hey, it saved some money for another meal out! On-site laundry which we used once and it was handy. Average hotel, nice staff, good breakfast and we would stay again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Weymouth Hall; City: Natchez Mississippi; Review: Recently stayed three nights. Thought we were booking a lower level room but turned out we were on the second floor which was up a steep flight of stairs and the room was tiny. No housekeeping during our stay, Exterior light beamed through our room all night making it hard to sleep. Bed was the worst we have ever had while traveling. It sunk to the middle and not just a bit! Stayed three nights and should have had three breakfasts however we were offered only two. Breakfast was off-site was probably good and it was nice to sample other local spots. The Weymouth is historic but there is no information on it and we rarely saw anyone working there to ask? Simple to make a brochure available to guests. Much potential there but that is about it. View is awesome to be sure. Too many other great places to stay in Natchez. Would we stay again.....no!; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Apple Power Mac G5 Desktop M9032LL/A (Dual 2.0-GHz PowerPC G5, 512 MB RAM, 160 GB Hard Drive, DVD-R/CD-RW Drive); Brand: Apple; Review: Good system, as advertized, fast shipping. Every thing you needed came with this system, key board, mouse, power cord, video adapter, and OS disks. All that was needed was a monitor and electrical power. Very easy to set up. Runs great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: eforCity 406114 6-Feet VGA Male to HDMI Heavy Duty Cable for PC TV; Brand: eForCity; Review: Works as designed. Does not convert HDMI to VGA. You can use the VGA on your computer/laptop to view on LCD screen that does not have VGA input, only HDMI input.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Headphone Adapter for iPhone Adapter Charger Adapter Dongle Splitter Headphones Adapter Aux Audio; Brand: turelar; Review: Works great and great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingston Digital 32GB DataTraveler 101 G2 USB 2.0 Drive - Purple (DT101G2/32GBZET); Brand: Kingston; Review: Works great and great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BlueRigger High Speed HDMI to DVI Adapter Cable (10 Feet); Brand: BlueRigger; Review: Only works Hdmi to DVI, not as stated; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Macally Full Size USB Wired Keyboard (MKEYE) for Mac and PC (White) w/ Shortcut Hot Keys; Brand: Macally; Review: Works great and great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Belkin HDMI to VGA Projector Adapter for Apple TV and Projector; Brand: Belkin; Review: The only cable I have used that works with my Laptop and Projector. Laptop only has HDMI out, projector only has VGA input.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PNY Turbo 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - P-FD32GTBOP-GE; Brand: PNY; Review: Love this pendrive. Very fast in USB 2.0; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AMD Athlon 64 3800+ 2GHz X2 Dual-Core 939 Pin ADA3800DAA5BV OEM CPU; Brand: AMD; Review: Cheap upgrade. Working well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: New Balance Men's MX409 Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Although the shoes are 4E the toe is narrower than most New balance shoes. They were too tight for my toes so I had to return them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's MX409 Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: Although the shoes are 4E the toe is narrower than most New balance shoes. They were too tight for my toes so I had to return them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: World's Best Shirt Stays by Shirt Stay Plus; Brand: Shirt Stay Plus; Review: These shirt stays are great. They never come loose and are made of heavy duty material. I'm completely happy with them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InCharacter Costumes Men's Dark Sorcerer Robe; Brand: Fun World; Review: This was a great costume for the medieval fair. It's not too expensive and is made of quality material. It's not exactly theatre quality but definitely much better than the typical Halloween costume. The only negative Is that the hood is really big and if it's a windy day it can blow down and cover your face. I used the necklace as a headband to keep the hood in place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caperci Men's 8mm Black Brick Pattern and Rose Gold Rims Tungsten Wedding Band Ring; Brand: Caperci; Review: My fiance' and I picked this ring out together. I decided to go ahead and wear it on my right hand as a symbol of our engagement and switch it to my left hand at the wedding. This ring is beautiful! If you like the photos, you'll like it even more when you see it in person.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Boxer Patrick Day dies after suffering traumatic brain injury in super welterweight fight; Abstract: Boxer Patrick Day, 27, died on Wednesday after being knocked out against Charles Conwell on Saturday. He had surgery and had been in a coma.; Category: sports
Title: Rob Gronkowski compares Bill Belichick to Grinch: 'Always trying to take away the fun'; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: NFL suspends ex-Ravens RB Collins 3 games for spring arrest; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: What Tom Brady, Lamar Jackson Told Each Other After Patriots-Ravens; Abstract: Tom Brady offered credit where it was due Sunday night in Baltimore. The Ravens handed Brady and the Patriots their first loss of the season in Week at M amp T Bank Stadium. The primetime; Category: sports
Title: New Hampshire Couple's Adventure Ends in Mysterious Death in Texas; Abstract: Seeking adventure, James Butler, 48, and Michelle Butler, 45, rented out their house in New Hampshire in the summer of 2018, bought an R.V. and set out to live anywhere but home. Their travels took them to New York, Arizona and, in October, to a campground on the South Texas coast. But then the Butlers disappeared. On Friday, the authorities said they had found their bodies buried in a shallow grave on the beach southeast of Corpus Christi....; Category: news
Title: 'Monday Night Football' commentator under fire after belittling criticism of 49ers kicker for missed field goal; Abstract: Joe Tessitore called out 49ers kicker Chase McLaughlin after he shanked a potential game-winning kick in San Francisco, and some fans weren't happy.; Category: sports | mind |
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Title: Half Price Mattress SuperStore; City: Henderson, NV; Review: Great service and prices. In and out in 15 min. Will be back! Rather support local business then the big chains.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bok Bok Chicken; City: Henderson, NV; Review: Great food and staff. Owners are even there and friendly making sure you don't leave hungry. Food is very tasty. I will return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Matt's Big Breakfast; City: Phoenix, AZ; Review: It's all in the name!!! Line out the door but worth any wait. We went twice while in town and told many others to try. Food is great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Evan's Old Town Grille; City: Boulder City, NV; Review: I feel the food has gone down a bit from all the times I have been coming out here. Hope they get it together. Lunch menu is great. Dinner needs more options/flavors.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Evan's Old Town Grille; City: Boulder City, NV; Review: I feel the food has gone down a bit from all the times I have been coming out here. Hope they get it together. Lunch menu is great. Dinner needs more options/flavors.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Evan's Old Town Grille; City: Boulder City, NV; Review: I feel the food has gone down a bit from all the times I have been coming out here. Hope they get it together. Lunch menu is great. Dinner needs more options/flavors.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Puri Santrian; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: When we arrived at the Puri Santrian Beach Resort and Spa ("Palace" ), tired from the trip but was told that the room was not available but upgrading us to a another room. Being too tired, we went to have a look. The room was room was on the first floor. I was blown away at the size of the room, massive bed, balcony over looking the pool and the beach. The service was amazing. Staff are sooo friendly. The breakfast buffet was really tops. My hubby is very fussy when it comes to going on holiday, but was happy with the top service they provided. The walks along the beach was soothing. The food was great. There are so many places close by that you can go for dinner and it's close to the resort. His mother and family would come over to spend time with us by the beach. The security was good. The only thing, no services available for the elderly or the disability.The stairs to the room was not good, but I would highly recommend that you experience it for yourself. Book a driver from the resort to pick you up from the airport. Don' go through any travel agent that does not provide you with transport or breakfast included if you want it. We had an amazing stay at the resort.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jas Villas; City: Seminyak Kuta District Bali; Review: The place was average to stay at. The air-conditioning was not working well. The sliding door that's enters the room keeps coming off the hinges. The second bedroom bathroom kept on flooding when showering. When it rains the place would get wet and slippery. very dangerous. The service with the drivers was very good. Its good for young's ones who would be able to manage the holiday. The pizza was not nice.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bakung Sari Resort and Spa; City: Kuta Kuta District Bali; Review: Not a bad hotel. The air conditioning was a bit noisy. The bathroom and shower was not up to standard. Make sure you have universal adapter and extra adapter and extra extension cord if you plan on watching movies with your DVD player. You need mosquito repellent spray for your room. Had a look at Harper Kuta and the hotel looks really good. It's close to Poppy's lane 1. It was not for me. We stayed at that hotel to be close to my husbands mum. She does not like to spend to much on hotel. It's up to individual taste and liking.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sahara; City: Mandalay Mandalay Region; Review: After myself and my partner stayed at Mandalay city hotel we moved over to The Sahara where my sister and her husband stayed. I found the hotel to be laid back with their service. The breakfast was very basic. They don't provide milk for coffee or tea unless you take your own milk. The room we stayed was big and roomy but it was very noisy from the traffic below. The Suite was a little bit better not as noisy but the room was smaller. The bathroom was okay but the toilet was leaking. The Suite came with a balcony. The door knob that locks the room up was on the outside of the balcony. We had to insist that they change it around. It was finally done after many request. You definitely need to know some burmese language or a burmese translation book. We mainly went to visit family. If you plan to go for the water festival you will have fun. It goes for 3-4 days where you will get wet wherever you go. Just be where thst on the main roads it can get crazy with so many people. Just be careful if you plan to go out walking. The shops are closed for 3-4 days. Be prepared to get wet for those days. We had a great time wetting people with ice water. They would also wet you as they go pass. Do go to places that Burma has to offer. It's has so many wonderful history, Pagodas, Caves, Mandalay hills snd many more. See how the people of live. I appreciate living in Australia and looking back at Burma, I found that Australia has everything in so many ways and we should treasure to what we have. Last point is that the weather can get hot so when you go walking have an umbrella with you. Cheers.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mandalay City Hotel; City: Mandalay Mandalay Region; Review: We stayed at the hotel for 6 days. The staff are very friendly and they would go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The hotel is tucked away from the main road. The pool was great for my partner who loves his mornings exercise and of course a morning swim. For me just for relaxation by the pool.I was quite surprised that no one uses the pool yet they stay there. They have a lift but there are steps that you have to use. Ask for ground floor for those who does not like steps. The price for the rooms could have been a bit cheaper. The breakfast was good but not fancy like a 4 star hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Taverna Suites; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: We arrived at the hotel after 12 Midnight. We were happy that the driver picked us up. We were shown to our room. By that time I was so tired and ready to sleep. The staff took us to our room and I was quite amazed at the size of the room. It was huge and they sure love their bamboo. The place was a bit run down and musty. The next morning I had to check out our room. The staff came and greet us and opened up our blinds. It was like a glass house, windows all the way round. The place is really peaceful and away from the main road. The staff was more than willing to attend to our needs. The only disappointing thing was the breakfast. You only had a few choices of either Asian style or fried/poached/boiled or scrambled egg with a small slice of bread. Be careful when ordering soft boiled and poached eggs. We were expecting a buffet breakfast with what we paid for in staying at La Taverna. When you go to get money change, check that they give you the correct money back. I went to 3 places to get money exchange and they give you back in 50000.00 rupee, ask if you can have it in 100000.00 rupee and check it twice. It is safer to go to a proper money changer. When you barter always ask for half of what it's worth and bring it down further. Go to Jack's Place by the beach near Puri Santrian and try the dish called 'MAHI MAHI'. It is very tasty and the beers by the beach are cheap.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: V Hotel Lavender; City: Singapore; Review: The hotel is okay. Above the MRT train station. Everytime we come down , the lobby has a musty fishy smell. Centre for all the shops, money exchanger, mini deli 2 minutes walk, food outside the hotel. Get train ticket thst will last you while you are on your holiday. We ended up paying everyday which cost us a lot. Make sure you go to San Tosa. It is a good place to see, but you need more than1day to look. There are many hotels around San Tosa. We only had enough time to visit to go on the chair ride, the beach and had lunch. Singapore has so many places to see and the markets have many soverniors, clothes and many more.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Windsor; City: Yangon Rangoon Yangon Region; Review: We stayed at Windsor for 1 night with my hubby and my sister. I am happy that we stayed for 1 day. There are no lifts, just stairs. We arrived early that morning, got to the hotel. The service that we got was poor. Thank goodness my sister can speak Burmese and of course they were more helpful. Our room was average but my sister was was a corner room very small. The bathroom in our room was leaking and the toilet was either blocked and the noise that was coming from it was not pleasant. Reported the problem, it took a while for them to fix the problem and so you would think. They had put a rubber band to the the inside flusher for it to flush. The next day same problem but it did matter for the next person. I was glad that we were leaving to go back to Mandalay. We came for our Uncle's funeral. Sad..... And the breakfast. Yes it was basic as basic. I am proud that I am an Australian, but proud to be a Burmese born. We do live a country that is well off "Aussie"; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Motel Le Grande; City: Albany Western Australia; Review: I was on my computer looking for accommodation. You know there are soooo many places you can stay in Albany. I chose 3 places. I was looking for a nice clean accommodation that's suited for family, price and close to Albany town center. And looking on the internet you don't actually get to see what the place looks like, but you only get to see what they put on their website. It took me ages to decide to which one is the looks nice to book. I booked one where you pay by a certain date, but there was one that I liked but something was stopping me from booking that place. That motel was cheap, close to town centre and that place wanted the money when you get there. The Motel was cheaper than the others, close to town centre, close to shopping complex, Cinemas a walking distance and very peaceful place. Once we got there the staff was very friendly and helpful with our needs. I would recommend travelers to stay at Motel Le Grande. We stayed in a 2 Bedroom unit which was big and comfortable. I would go back there again. They have a restaurant open for breakfast lunch and dinner and parking is right in front of your unit. The only thing was when we went into the unit the place was a bit musty smell. You just have to turn the air conditioner on.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Novotel Vines Resort Swan Valley; City: The Vines Swan Valley Greater Perth Western Austr; Review: The resort is really peaceful. It is a place you go if you want peace and quiet. A place for couples who are ready to get married and spend their lives together as Mr and Mrs. We went there for our son's best friend who was getting married. This boy who has been part of our family since he was very young and went to the same school with my son. It was a pleasure to see him getting married. And to top it off my grandson who is 12 years old, he really enjoyed himself. We all stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment which was sooo nice and clean.The only problem was the stairs to go up to the bedrooms. My hubby found it a bit difficult climbing stairs, but we manage it. The food was 1st class. It was a 3 course meal. The sweets which was serve last was soo delicious. I'm glad we booked and stay for the night. We went and had breakfast next morning. It was a buffet style breakfast and there were staff who will make cappuccino the way you want. And off course after brekky it was time to go home. What a shame, I was really starting to like the peace and quiet. It was a perfect wedding. I just like to say thank you for inviting us. For everyone, this resort is the perfect place to unwind and relax. It is worth every penny. I would go like to go back and renew my vows.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Villa Diana Bali; City: Legian Kuta District Bali; Review: We only stayed there for 3 days. The accommodation is reasonable. The place is nice for younger people. The bathroom/shower was disappointing. The layout for the shower is not safe. You have 3 steps up and a step getting in the bathtub to have a shower is a bit low the elderly and not safe for anybody.. It is not recommended for mature people. We had a deluxe room which was right in front of the pool area. It is better to upgrade your room to a suite which is safer for a person to have a shower. If you have allergy to cats hair, there are cats at this hotel. This hotel is tucked away from main shops and if you love shopping well this place is not for you. It is quiet and peaceful if you want to get away from noise. It does need some upkeep's. Make sure you take your own kettle if you like to have a cuppa early in the morning. There are no kettle in the rooms. Staff was very caring and attentive. If you have a problem they are willing to attend to you. Do your research befor you book any accommodation. Find out if they have stairs, lifts, if they cater for the mature couples. We had a great time staying there. There is a place near by called malo's, they make the best pizza. The have other dishes as well, but my favourite is Capricciosa Pizza. It was delicious and rather big and it "s not for one person serve and it's better than the one that you get in WA. They have ribs, grilled chicken, nasi goreng(rice), mie goreng(noodles). This place is very good. It's on the Jl. Nakula, Legian, Bali.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ari Putri Hotel; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: We did our research by checking out the hotel when we were there last time. My sister in-law there there and she said the hotel was great. It was located on the main road and a 5 minute walk to the beach. The hotel looked okay and they showed us all the rooms, Standard, Superior and Deluxe. All the rooms were nice but the Deluxe was it. It was away from the main part of the hotel. The pool was right outside your door and it was bliss. You had no noise but only peace and quiet. We became part of the furniture. The staff was ever so friendly and polite. There is this kind man who looks after the rooms making sure it is kept clean. I just like too say that he is such a gem and the hotel is lucky to have him. We were so impress that he looked after us 100%, making sure that we were happy. The only downside was where we had to go to have our breakfast. My mother-in-law found it hard to climb up those stairs and after climbing back down, but you know she did it without complaining. She climb those stairs everyday while we stayed there. She loved the breakfast that she had everyday, relaxing and sitting outside her room, reading a book. After staying at the other hotel which was not suitable for the elderly, she was so happy and pleased with this hotel. We would go to either go to the front of the hotel and have dinner at the restaurant or relax by the air condition Bar or poolside area. The food is excellent and they make a nice Ice Mocha Chino. The staff and service was excellent. They were run off their feet helping and serving to everyone's need. I do applaud them. They have done an excellent job. My hubby loved the weekends where there is entertainment and off course he loves to sing. He helped by singing a song while this gentleman played his guitar. He sang 2 songs and they loved it, even the owner was impressed and told him he had a good voice. His mum was very happy to see his son singing and said he should sing more. I would certainly recommend this excellent hotel to my family and friends. We will go back there and it will be our home away from home. Like I said before do your research before booking any hotels, villas,etc. It may look nice on the net but when you get to your destination, it is not what you expected. We went to this hotel to have a look and advice given by family who has been there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bakung Beach Resort; City: Tuban Kuta Kuta District Bali; Review: What can I say. Overall the hotel is bad. At night their are no lights to help you to see where you are going. You have to climb up so many stairs to get to the main reception. The service is shocking, not very heplful. Not for the handicap person or the elderly people. The pathway is dangerous and not level at all. slippery when raining or wet. You can either choose to use the steps or the steep path to go down to the rooms. You choose.There are no lifts only more stairs to get to the first floor. The rooms are very basic.The bedding was hard. The bathroom was as basic as it comes and dirty. No kettle and the air was loud and it was very hard to fall asleep. Next morning we went for breakfast with my sister and her husband. It was an average breakfast. Would not recommend having breakfast there it is better going out for breakfast. The staff are very rude and was ask to leave after being there for 20minutes to half hour. The hotel got flooded with water one morning. My sister in laws room was flooded and other rooms were also flooded. The pool has no rails for support and not safe for anyone to try to get into yhe pool. I would not reccommend this hotel. The only good thing is the shopping mall at the front of the hotel and a massage place right across the road from the hotel.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ari Putri Hotel; City: Sanur Denpasar Bali; Review: Would recommend the restaurant Very cheap. the food is excellent. The restaurant is right in front of the hotel. The staff is very friendly. We had our lunch and dinner there every night. It is by far the best food to have. Would recommend the Nasi Goreng. It is cheap food and cheaper than what we pay for our food here. You choose from the menu. Everything on the menu is very tasty and good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Piccadily Hotel; City: New Delhi National Capital Territory of Delhi; Review: Overall: a good Hilton property with good service and located opp Metro station. We stayed here for 3 nights in Sep 2011. Property: located in Janakpuri, a bit away from the Delhi sights and airport, but well connected through Metro; station right opposite to the hotel. Rooms: because of our status, we were on the Executive floor which had its own lounge. Since we had a suite, it worked out very well for our family. Our elder one slept on the sofa in the sitting area, while our younger one slept with us on the king size bed. Room had all the luxury appointments that you can expect at this budget and for the Hilton chain. Food: We had breakfast in the exec lounge on two days; smaller but quiet. Not recommended if you have loud kids! The main breakfast cafe was also good with an expansive buffet. We did not have any meals at the hotel. Service: good Hilton service. Nothing to complain about. Pool and other amenities: Fantastic pool that the kids thoroughly enjoyed. For us, the location opp the Metro was very good. We did some of the sights by the renowned Metro service which we could effortlessly use. But airport is not exactly close as well as the sights in New Delhi. But again, the Metro can get you to most of these places. The gym looked very good though we did not use it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Aodhi Hotel; City: Kumbhalgarh Rajsamand District Rajasthan; Review: NOTE: this is a review of the restaurant at the Aodhi hotel only, since we cannot find a restaurant only entry for Kumbhalgarh area. Many travelers do the day trip to Kumbhalgarh from Udaipur and like us find it hard to find good dining options in the area. This restaurant is the perfect answer to have a relaxed meal+drink before/after visiting the fort. Ambiance: great ambiance - we actually sat outside since it was a nice cool day. The service is quite good - though a bit too attentive: a server actually stood at a little distance from our table all during the meal. If you sit outside, then you have a good view The food and drink were the highlights. We are veggies and the good was great - fresh ingredients and very tasty. A must do is drinks: apart from the usual options, a must try are the Indian cocktails infused with local herbs/spices. Kesar Kastari is very good. Pls note that this a med-high budget restaurant. A meal for two with drinks will set you back by around Rs 1500. NOTE TO TA: if this review is not in the appropriate area, kindly create an entry for Aodhi Restaurant - Kumbhalgarh and move this review to that listing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jai Mahal Palace; City: Jaipur Jaipur District Rajasthan; Review: Overall: great Taj property in a great location. Room: Nice room. Has been upgraded for contemporary comforts even though the hotel itself is very old. Relatively small, but quite ok for a couple. Service: good service. Honored our request for early check-in because we landed early. Both check-in and checkout was quite breezy. Service at restaurants was good; attentive waiters. Food: tried the breakfast buffet, which was a decent spread. Also had lunch on one of the days, which was quite tasty. the veg biriyani and dal makhani were simply too good. Other amenities/observations: didn't try out any. The hotel gardens are rented out for marriages and other events. But we weren't disturbed by the events.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rathna Residency; City: Coimbatore Coimbatore District Tamil Nadu; Review: Overall: great location, right next to the rail station (though by road it will be arnd 2kms from the main entrance of the station); decent service, cleanliness and amenities for this budget range. Don't expect to pay 2.5-3k and expect a Le Meridien or Taj quality, which are also in town. Property: we stayed 1 night here with our two kids at this property. Multiple restaurant choices are available; wi-fi is operational though signal strength can vary in the property. Rooms: we were comfortable in the Deluxe room that we took. We had an extra bed for our elder child. The baths were clean and had hot water. No issues with power because of generators. The beds were reasonably clean and ok. Food: we had buffet breakfast and dinner in the Fusion restaurant. The food is fresh, tasty and good. However, if you are ordering a la carte, be prepared to wait for long periods. Our son wanted a choco milkshake which took more than 20 mins to arrive! Waiters are reasonably attentive. Service: ok for this budget range. Our check-in (early - 10am) was smooth, same with checkout, no issues. Didn't try room service though. Amenities: there are 4 restaurants on the property; we only tried one - Fusion.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Bala Regency; City: Bellary Bellary District Karnataka; Review: Overall: good for the price you pay (AC room: 1500) and the town. A 2.5 star property. Dont expect more. Ok for the price you pay and quality you would expect from such a hotel in interior central Karnataka in a town which is not a tourist attraction. Property: good looking property. Relatively new, centrally located: 8 mins drive from bus stand and railway station. Rooms: we had a AC room. Room OK for the price. Some wear and tear and staining in bathroom (water quality is not good in the town). AC was ok. Hot water only between 6am-10am. Beds were fine. Service: good room service. Prompt attention. Other amenities: didnt check out the restaurant.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Inn Saurabh Mountview; City: Haldwani Nainital District Uttarakhand; Review: Overall: a good comfortable hotel in this small town at the foothills. Breakfast is average. Expensive for this small town. Property: we needed to stay here for 1 night in Sep 2011 as we didnt want to drive up the hills to Nainital in the night after our arriving from Delhi by train. A nice small property. Rooms: after some issues with the blinds in the first room, we switched to another room which was quite comfortable. The "Superior" room fitted our family of 4 quite comfortably. We had requested for an extra bed for our elder son while the younger one fitted onto our bed. Service: overall ok. However got swindled by the taxi which was arranged by the hotel for the station pickup. We were charged Rs 300 for a 2km ride (when we thought the hotel was quite far from the station)! The hotel staff claimed helplessness because of local car unions! Food: we had the breakfast which was included in the rate. While no buffet, we were served sandwiches and hot poori+baaji which was quite tasty. We didnt have any other meals.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel R J Residency; City: Ahmedabad Ahmedabad District Gujarat; Review: We stayed at this hotel because we need to sleep near Ahmedabad airport before an early morning departure. the biggest advantage of the hotel is its location: you can literally walk to the airport if you have light only hand baggage. for the price of the hotel, sub 2000/night for a AC room for two, the room is ok. you do get hot water in the morning. Its a small hotel and so dont expect a lot from it. Use the hotel if you need to stay close to the airport. The cleanliness was ok for a budget hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pahalgam Hotel; City: Pahalgam Anantnag District Kashmir Jammu and Kashmir; Review: Overall: Good location and among the better hotels in Pahalgam. Good food, but service/attitude of hotel reception staff leaves much to be desired. Property: great location next to the Lidder river,close to taxi stand and views of the surrounding hills. All meals are included. Rooms: to our disappointment, none of the river/hill facing rooms were available when we checked in. We were told initially by the reception manager that only other room was available. when we were disappointed, the manager reluctantly showed us another and then another (due to our insistence). We settled into one room finally. But by the evening, the room had started to stink so much because of the limited ventilation and dated bathrooms, we asked for a change of rooms. The WC has not been cleaned and was stained; the same with the sink. Now, voila, another room was available. This room was one of their recently built rooms and in much better shape with a funky design, but still no views of the hills or anything at all, in fact had no windows at eye level! Bottom-line: ask for a river view room when you make the reservation. If they cant confirm it, then skip this hotel. The other rooms are sketchy! Service: very varied service! The manager at the reception (Mr M-something) was the most cold, uninviting manager that you hope to meet at such a nice location; hardly wants to help. A fellow guest asked for the number of the golf course and was asked to consult the Tourist Info Center in town!! The other manager (a Sardar) is much better and wants to help: this is the guy who got us the room change n the evening. On the other hand, the staff in the restaurant are a much better lot: very warm and courteous and genuinely want you to have a good time. The chap at the parking lot (security chap) was interesting: grumbled openly about the tips! Once took out the umbrellas to take us to the room on the wet evening, but on another occasion, completely ignored us. Food: easily the highlight of the hotel: good spread, tasty and an excellent staff. Varied options for lunch and dinner. We are veggies and thoroughly enjoyed the food. Other amenities: most of the 'resort' amenities were closed; the one that was open was let out for a private party and left us with no options for entertainment. We stuck to our rooms on what turned out to be a dank, wet evening.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swiss County; City: Munnar Idukki District Kerala; Review: Overall: a nice property with good service, good food. A big home styled hotel with luxury fittings and comfy beds. Property: a small property with only a few rooms (less than 6). Luxuriously outfitted. Good rooms. However can be warm during May (when we visited). Limited ventilation in the house can make it warm at times. The property is located below Munnar town, at abt 5 kms from there. This area can be a tad warmer than Munnar level hotels and some of the other hotels situated at higher levels. Pls note this was in early May; other times might be different. Property is quite new and maintained quite well. Rooms: as indicated above, luxurious rooms. But see what options you have when you check in. We were two families and we got one nice, large room with a great bath and one a smaller room, but still ok for a family of 2 adults and 2 kids. Well appointed rooms and baths. Latest fittings. Food: good quality overall. But limited variety as the overall property is small. Avoid the curd rice (as the curds was very sour on all days). Some dishes were very good and some ok. However the service was good though with the staff having limited experience working in hotels. But still they aim to please. They have an unlimited breakfast service which is fine. Service: No issues; the staff, though inexperienced, aim to please. Check in and out was smooth. They were okay with a late checkout (2pm). Amenities: no options for kids to be occupied. But we lucked out as we were given use of the living room with a great LCD TV and a music system which kept the kids occupied.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shervani Hilltop; City: Nainital Nainital District Uttarakhand; Review: Overall: a good hotel in Nainital. Comfortable rooms, good food and good service. Property: located on the hill above the lake. You need to use the hotel vehicle which does regular trips to the town center (though the drivers can drive the vehicles crazily!!). Not much in terms of views from the room. Room: room comfortable for a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids). We had an extra bed for our elder one while the younger one slept with us on the king size bed. The bath room was clean and functional. Amenities that you can expect from a 3 star hotel in the area. Service: a warm welcome and a quick check in was provided. Staff overall were warm and helpful. Requests were quickly serviced. Food: we took the package which included both breakfast and dinner. This worked very well as going into the town for dinner might be a cumbersome exercise. The food quality at both times was good with a wide assortment and tasty food provided. On the day of the checkout, we had requested food to be packed for our train journey back to Delhi. This was done efficiently and well packed and kept ready in the morning when we left very early (6am). Other amenities: found the entertainment room very useful for the kids: foos ball, TT, video games etc. A small, but nice garden adds to the calming effect. The property also arranges live entertainment in the evenings and the singer did a good job working the crowd with some good numbers: both old and new.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greenwoods Resort; City: Thekkady Idukki District Kerala; Review: Overall: good property for families with a great pool and trampoline for the kids! We visited in early May with one other family. Both of us had two kids. We stayed there for 2 nights before moving onto Munnar. Room: Nice room. Comfortable beds with a nice clean bath. Service: good service overall. They allowed an early check-in (9am) after our arrival from Bangalore via Cochin. Very attentive staff all over the property. Food: tried the breakfast buffet, which was a decent spread. They have a live station which turns out omelets and dosas. Also had lunch and dinner on two of the days, which was quite tasty. However we had a bad experience with the service in the restaurant. Had to wait 2 hours for lunch on the first day with the kids dozing off while waiting. The staff who were available tried their best to keep us and other patrons happy, but the kitchen was simply overwhelmed; not that that there were too many guests either. The manager tried his best to pacify the guests, but the experience was disappointing. Seemingly the main chef didn't show up and hence the issues. Same thing would have repeated the next day but we avoided it by pre-ordering the food well in advance on the request of the restaurant staff. The hotel however didnt charge us for the delayed lunch and profusely apologized to us and went out of their way to be helpful during the rest of the stay. The food itself was quite good. Other amenities/observations: Lovely pool with a nice little wading area for the kids. Great trampoline which tired out the kids big time. Also a beautiful tree house where we had a wonderful evening tea (complimentary). Nice grounds which give us a nice wooded tropical setting. Location is in the Kumily town center but still quiet and peaceful. They also organize live cultural shows in the evening. Don't miss the Kalaripayattu show near the center of town (not attached to the hotel however). Also used the gym which is okay for the location. However treadmill resets whenever the power switches from genset to raw and vice-versa!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The LaLiT Golf Spa Resort Goa; City: Canacona South Goa District Goa; Review: Overall: good property for families with a great pool and activities for the kids; good rooms, food and service! Property: We visited the Lalit Goa during the Christmas break in 2011. We stayed there for 6 memorable days/nights. Note that if you are on the property on Xmas or New Year eve, you will get dinged a mandatory gala dinner charge which is quite steep. We planned the trip in such a way that we were on the property between these two nights. However, note that the property is in Canacona which is in South Goa. This area is far from the Goa tourist attractions in Panaji and North Goa. Given that we were with our kids with 3 other families and our main focus was relaxation and not tourism, this was not a major issue for us. We did go out on one day to the Old Goa/Panaji areas with a hired taxi (quite a few waiting just outside the property; be sure to check around by calling them and negotiating; haggling with them at the taxi stand is not very useful as they have a union). The property itself is expansive and gives you a very nice uncluttered, relaxed atmosphere, just perfect for a rejuvenating vacation. Well maintained gardens, low rise buildings (no more than 2 levels) add to the feeling. Highly recommended: we spent two magical evenings at nearby Palolem beach where we spent a 2-3 hours each time enjoying the drinks, the locals, tourists and the sunsets. Being Christmas, it was crowded, but the crowd didnt seem to bother us; we actually enjoyed the eclectic crowds, some fireworks and the local market next to the beach. The food at the shacks on the beach was great; choose one after checking around: there are a lot. From the hotel, its a 10 min car ride-round trip cost Rs 200. Room: Nice room. Comfortable beds with a nice clean bath. Huge bed can easily fit a <10 year old. We had an extra bed for our elder child. The sit outs are nice and the baths are big and clean. Service: good service overall. They allowed an early check-in (6am) after our arrival from Bangalore via Cochin. Car came to the bus stand in Canacona within a few minutes of calling. Very attentive staff all over the property. Room service was also ok. Food: tried the breakfast buffet, which was quite a big spread. They have a live station which turns out omelets, dosas, pooris, pancakes etc. Also had lunch or dinner on all but one day. During lunch/dinner, the live stations turn out various Indian, Indo-Chinese and Continental treats which were a hit with the kids. However, note that the restaurants tend to become stretched when crowded; whether it is for bfast or lunch/dinner. Service speed falls off. If you have any request that is not on the buffet (like a milkshake for our kids), it would easily take 15-20 mins to arrive and sometimes got mixed up. However the staff try to please, even if they were found; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taj Palace New Delhi; City: New Delhi National Capital Territory of Delhi; Review: Overall: great Taj property in a great location. Room: we were on one of their recently upgraded floor and the room with a great view of the wooded area (Central Ridge Reserve Forest). Great beds, remote controlled blinds and a great luxurious bathroom. Service: very attentive. Quick check-in and checkout. They okayed our request for a late checkout (3pm!-wonder if our Taj Inner circle Gold status helped us?). A refreshing welcome drink on arrival. Food: tried the breakfast buffet, which was a tremendous spread. However the full restaurant on a warm day needed better cooling, Otherwise great bfast buffet with multiple live stations, warm breads from the oven and an amazing choice. Other amenities: try the putting green and the amazing pool.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Green Court Serviced Apartment; City: Shanghai; Review: Property: good location, within walking distance of People Square, Nanjing Xi Lu, Bund (2kms walk). I could even walk to Yuyuan Gardens and Xintiandi (less than 3kms) from the hotel. Subway station is less than 10mins walk. Unless you dont have very heavy luggage, you can take Maglev subway from/to airport to People's Square and walk to the hotel for less than 55 RMB one way. However, one issue of staying in People's Square vicinity is being accosted by touts and pimps every time you leave/approach the hotel. This is quite irritating as they will accost you any time of the day! But dont respond/look in their direction and they will not bother you. The hotel has a gym which I haven't tried though. Same with laundry. The hotel lobby area was undergoing major renovation when I stayed. The carpets in all the corridors were also being replaced on many floors. It wasn't bothering to me at all. Dining: I ate the breakfast buffet everyday. It was fine with a decent spread of hot food options. On many days, they even had a veggie rice/noodle option. The coffee/juices/bread/salads/fresh cut fruits etc were fine. Not expansive, but will fill you. For other meals, there are a lot of options within walking distance. I am a veggie and didnt see much options. There is a good International grocery within the mall on Xijang Middle Road (below the Pizza Hut and KFC in the basement) where you can buy International foods. Subway/Pizza Hut are decent veggie options in walking distance. But most waiters in the hotels in Shanghai don't speak English, so have your veggie request written down in Chinese or try locating a head waiter/manager who does speak English. Have all location addresses written in English. Addresses dont work very well as much intersections and landmarks do. Room: the room was fine for me. Big comfortable bed; decent working area; TV with many English channels, music system with ipod/iphone connectivity. Towards the end of the trip they added a wireless router in my room (and all rooms) and that zipped up the wifi. The broadband connection is quite speedy and adequate. The room had two heating coils, microwave which was adequate for my cooking. Some cooking pots/pans/cutlery are provided. Sufficient for two. They also provide 2 bottles of mineral water everyday. The baths/toilets (tub) were clean and ok. Service: was decent, though the language barrier can be bothersome and sometimes this can make the staff unpleasant. Reception staff was efficient but not warm or courteous at the checkin/checkout process. Dont expect them to be very helpful for directions, suggestions on sights etc. But staff at restaurant were quite attentive and efficient. Overall: a good value hotel in a good location. Tip: ensure you get a room with daily cleaning service included (though they have a vacuum machine in the room). Ask for a non-smoking room if you dont like the smell of cigarette smoke of which there is a lot in China/Shanghai.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Xinqiao Beijing; City: Beijing; Review: Location: literally in top of the Chong Wen Men metro station which has Lines 2 and 5 running through it. One station hop from Beijing Railway station, one transfer the airport (Airport express -> Line 2) which is conveniently made unless you are travelling with unwieldy luggage. Enough has been written about Beijing traffic; it is true. So take the metro/trains wherever you can and walk the last part. Tienanmen and Forbidden City are about 20mins away- door to door on the metro with one transfer included. Get down at Tienanmen East for both these locations. The Heavenly Temple, Lama Temple and other major Beijing sights are all conveniently connected via metro from the hotel. The Great Wall can be around 1.5-2.5 hrs by taxi in traffic from the hotel depending on the section you go to. If you are taking a taxi, negotiate with one standing in the taxi stand outside the hotel. Their rates can be half of the ones you get from the hotel travel desk. I got a 450RMB 5 hour pkg to Juyong Gong section from the taxi stand. Do your quick due diligence of the taxis as you always should; ask for a card and store in the hotel room before leaving. As a general safety practice, take a pic of the car with you smartphone and send it to a non travelling contact person of yours. Just all these actions will put the driver on alert! I cannot comment on the tourist buses from the hotel, but would consulting your travel guide on escorted tours in Beijing before you get on one. Families: the property is quite popular with families. I could see both Asian and Western families on the property. Note: you might get accosted by pimps/street walkers/scamsters in the hotel lobby, on elevator rides etc. Be wary of them and do not give anybody your room number not wearing a hotel uniform and even them only if you have a reason to do so. BTW, this is very common in China travel; do some reading about this before you get to China. Not a major worry, but exercising some caution will save you a lot of hassle/suffering. Service: was pretty good and consistent through the stay. Check-in at 12pm and checkout were smooth; staff agreed to a 5pm checkout (because of my Accor Platinum status perhaps??); staff at the restaurant, concierge were polite. Dining: The hotel has several restaurants on the property. I had a lunch, dinner and breakfast all at Citrus, cant comment on the others. In room-dining had an extensive selection with the charges appearing to be same as in-restaurant dining. The service at the restaurants was fine. As a veggie I was able to have them make veggie pastas and curries for myself from the menu. Do note that the Veggie Tofu Curry listed on the menu will burn (by spiciness) the most toughest tongue (and guts)..and nothing on the menu will warn you about what you are about to undertake! Despite well intentioned good efforts by the staff to; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guddadamane Homestay; City: Chikmagalur Chikkamagaluru District Karnataka; Review: Summary: we really enjoyed our 3 night/3 day stay at Guddadamane Homestay. The homestay is an excellent place to unwind and relax. Its very quiet and soothing at the homestay and the owner and the staff do a great job in taking care of you and keeping you well-fed. An excellent weekend (I would recommend 3 days) destination 5-6 hours from Bangalore and an excellent base to go visit Dattapaeetha, Bababudanagiri and some amazing temples in Chikkamagaluru (home of Town Canteen Dosa), Belavadi, Belur and Halebidu (some amazing temple architecture). Lots of hiking and other tourist destinations within 2-3 hours from the homestay. Highly recommended. Location: We arrived here after a nice scenic drive from Bangalore (via Hassan and Chikkamagaluru). We drove here from Bangalore which is 5-6 hours away (enjoy some good snacks at Hotel Mayura, outside Belur on the Banaglore-Hassan highway, on the way here). The Google maps directions to the homestay are accurate, but take the road option via Chikkamagaluru, that it offers. We also had good support from the owner's son as we wanted confirmation on the route option to take. The drive is itself quite enjoyable with excellent paved roads through the hills. The homestay is set on top of a hill amidst a coffee estate (the area is famous for its coffee) and affords good views of the hill ranges of Western Ghats as well as the estate's greenery. The Estate: lots of coffee and various other tropical fruit and spices are grown in the estate. There are walking paths which you can venture out on to take in the flora. Being a working estate, you can also observe the various daily activities that go on around you (but dont bother in the least bit). The estate also has a nice "play ground" where our kids had a good game of football and cricket. You can add on badminton and other games if you can take them along with you. The main house has a small library and some board games. Also cricket stumps. hey also have a dog which our kids enjoyed playing with. The power supply was flaky, but dont remember if they have a generator backup (you might want to check this). We dont remember the lack of power being a bother. No wifi, but the estate area has good 3G service via Airtel (check for other providers) and that was just fine with us. Rooms: We stayed in the cottage next to the main house (see pics). It was a good choice, because we felt that the rooms in the main house would have been warm. We were traveling during peak summer (April). The rooms are clean, but dont have hot running water. The staff will provide you the same in the morning (don think they have this option in the evening, but you could check for options in the cooler months). The fan in our room (we had two rooms in the cottage) was not working when we checked in and the staff managed to get a table fan. Initially we; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arthigamya Resort Spa; City: Gokarna Dakshina Kannada District Karnataka; Review: We stayed for 3 days in a "Family and Friends"category room during a long holiday weekend in October. First the highlights: 1. The pool is the highlight of the property. The kiddie pool and the main pool are very good. Well maintained. The kids had a lot of fun! 2. Access to Kudle beach - just a short 10 min walk away 3. Quality of cooking is good - CAUTION - However, PLEASE read the full review 4. Room was comfortable for our family of 4, but had some issues not befitting a Rs7000 room - see full review The low-lights: 0 - Spa - but where is it? Not to be found! 1. Poor management - the management makes no effort to check in on the guests and seek feedback. Poor management of staff and lack of investment in service and cleanliness is a big let down. If the investors dont get a good property manager, this hotel will go downhill very quickly. It has good potential, but badly needs a good manager 2. Restaurant service - this is the weakest link in the property. The restaurant gets completely overwhelmed on holidays. Be prepared for long waits and poor service if the restaurant (about 6-7 tables) is near full. The management has woefully understaffed the restaurant and the management doesn't appear to care. There is just 1 person (who works very hard and tries his best to be pleasant) to take orders, serve the food (in the restaurant and to the rooms), clean the tables and provide the bills. Consequently, the person is running so haggard, that basics of service - water, napkins, glasses are missed, despite multiple requests. You have to be very patient and ask multiple times for the basics. So much so, that guests get their own stuff - chairs, napkins etc. Forget about people about checking in on you about your food. Cleanliness of the restaurant goes for a toss. 3. Food choice - Basically the restaurant has 2 cooks and the choice at breakfast is limited to same TWO items every day!! Paratha and Poori. Bread+Omlette for the non-veggies (which we weren't). We got absolutely tired of the breakfast and were yearning for some decent choices. Sadly, not to be had. The restaurant badly needs a good buffet at breakfast - so that there is some variety and the pressure on the service also gets reduced. The food choice (we were veggie) at lunch/dinner is mostly North Indian, with mostly paneer dishes. No fruit juices. While the food at lunch and dinner was tasty and well made, we got tired of the same fare every day and went off to the shacks at Kudle and Om Beaches for variety and change. 4. Property cleanliness - because the staff is so stretched, there is a lot of junk and trash hanging around, which spoils the look and feel of the property (see pictures). 5. Room quality - we had paid about 7k for the highest category room, but sadly the bathroom didnt even proper lighting fixtures (see; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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