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Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Muck Boot The Original MuckBoots Daily Garden Shoe; Brand: Muck Boot; Review: I had to return both the size 8 and size 9. One was too big and the other one was too small. They need to make half sizes. The shoes are well made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grasshoppers Women's Stretch Plus Lace-Up Sneaker; Brand: Grasshoppers; Review: fit as expected, have a few pairs of these shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Scholl's Women's 2 Pack Diabetes Circulatory Crew Socks; Brand: Dr. Scholl's; Review: These socks are the best if your feet swell at all.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shoes 18 Womens Canvas Shoes Lace up Sneakers 18 Colors Available; Brand: Shoes8teen; Review: great shoes at a great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alfred Dunner Women's Medium Pant; Brand: ; Review: These pants run very big. Wanted to exchange them but could not.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alfred Dunner Women's Proportioned Medium Twill Pant; Brand: ; Review: these pants fit very well and are well made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keds Women's Double Up Core Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: The sneakers were made well, but the left one was too large. Had to return them.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alfred Dunner Women's Medium Length Pant; Brand: ; Review: The pants fit well and they were well made. I would buy them again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Sport Women's Just Relax Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: You cannot beat Skechers quality. Good sneakers, very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reef Women's Rover Sandal, Athletic; Brand: ; Review: These sneakers fit well and are built well also. They are worth the money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: One Rogue Too Many (Rival Rogues); Author: Visit Amazon's Samantha Grace Page; Review: This is a good read, will probably read again. I have now also read a few other books by this author & bought a hard copy of this book for my sister.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where the Heart Leads: From the Casebook of Barnaby Adair (Cynster Novels); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephanie Laurens Page; Review: I normally really enjoy Stephanie Laurens. I have been unable to get through this book because I find the heroine too annoying.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mercury Striking (The Scorpius Syndrome); Author: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Zanetti Page; Review: It was enagging & I did go & look for more from this author.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Familiar Stranger (Knights of Black Swan, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Victoria Danann Page; Review: Regardless of the hype, this is no Black Dagger Brotherhood. That said, it was engaging & enjoyable. I would read other stories from this author.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ashton: Lord of Truth (Lonely Lords) (Volume 13); Author: Visit Amazon's Grace Burrowes Page; Review: It's Grace Burrowes. You can never go wrong. As always a story that pulls you & makes you relate to the character.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jack (Jaded Gentlemen); Author: Visit Amazon's Grace Burrowes Page; Review: I'm rating this against other Grace Burrowes books, not against other authors. It's not her best, but it's still a Grace Burrowes book & so can never go wrong with a book from this author.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wedding Survivor (Thrillseekers Anonymous, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Julia London Page; Review: There was some creativity in the rather implausible situation. I also thought the hero was whiny.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: His Lordship's True Lady; Author: Visit Amazon's Grace Burrowes Page; Review: I'm normally a big fan of Grace Burrowes. This is not one of her better books. I couldn't connect with the characters & the premise was difficult to believe. Will I purchase other Grace Burrowes books, yes. Everyone has bad days (books) occassionally.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Too Scot to Handle (Windham Brides); Author: Visit Amazon's Grace Burrowes Page; Review: It's a Grace Burrowes book. Almost always good & this delivers in Ms. Burrowes usual humorous, sensual & dramatic style.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Kinivo BTC450 Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit for Cars with Aux Input Jack (3.5 mm) - Supports AptX; Brand: Kinivo; Review: This works extremely well. Sound is clear and the call quality is good on both ends. This is less expensive and much better than the sun visor units I've used. Pandora works great as well. I peeled the sticker off the adhesive pad and set this just under my instrument cluster to the right of the steering wheel, plugged it in and paired it to my phone. Done. It has been working flawlessly since. I was hesitant because I didn't recognize this brand but this is a quality unit. When it comes to electronics and especially cell phone accessories I find that they either work great or are simply horrible. This is a hit. I highly recommend this product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rockford Fosgate M2 M262B Marine Grade 6.5-Inch Coax 2-way Speakers Black; Brand: Rockford; Review: These are really great sounding speakers. I originally wanted the 8 inch but when I measured my boat they just wouldn't fit so 6.5 inch was the solution. When I unpacked these I just couldn't wait to try them so I hooked one up to an amp immediately to see what they sounded like and they seemed to lack base while they really have extremely powerful mids and highs. The real surprise is when I installed them into the Hull of the boat. The base performance was actually really impressive and you can absolutely get by without a sub woofer. These won't rattle your teeth out but you will get a full sound range when they are installed in the hull. These speakers are so LOUD! Every time I turn the volume up it just makes me smile. The sound quality is really top notch. It has such powerful highs and mids that I can hear parts of songs that I never heard before. It easily overwhelms the engine noise ans I have no problem hearing the music even when I am at full throttle. The size is spot on and they fit as expected but the screws are really crappy. One screw snapped and another 2 stripped out of 4 speakers and I had drilled the holes so there's no excuse for screw problems. Over all they were easy to install. They have been on my boat for a few months in salt water and they are holding up really well. No signs of rust and they perform flawlessly every time. I just have to remember to turn these down when I'm getting close to home so my neighbors don't get annoyed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rockford Fosgate M400-4D Prime Marine 400 Watt Full-Range Class-D 4-Chanel Amplifier; Brand: Rockford Fosgate; Review: Absolutely the best amp I have ever purchased. I'm running 4 Rockford Fosgate M2 M262s and one 12 inch sub and it has plenty of power. The power consumption is much better than expected and the adjustments work extremely well. I can't say enough about this amp. It is so small compared to others that I own and it is a powerhouse. It does get warm but not Hot and I live in Florida where it's usually 90+ degrees. I was originally going to buy the 600 but I'm glad this is the one I chose.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: C&E 100 Feet 14AWG Enhanced Loud Oxygen-Free Copper Speaker Wire Cable, CNE62761; Brand: C&E; Review: Absolutely great wire. This is Heavy Duty stuff and you can see it is great quality. It was much heavier than I expected and I am really glad I didn't order the 14 like I was going to. All wire is not created equal and this proves it. It is all 1 piece and not multiples pieces like I read in other reviews,; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ProCase Folio Case Compatible for Galaxy Tab 2; Brand: ProCase; Review: The case fits well and looks great. I love the hand strap in the back. It's a nice soft leather that really looks like good quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosewill 1-Feet Network Cat 6 Cable, Black (RCW-560); Brand: Rosewill; Review: Built very well and has a locking tab protector on both ends. Very flexible and work perfectly; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cat6 Networking RJ45 Ethernet Patch Cable - (15 Feet) Gray; Brand: Cmple; Review: This is a well build cable and works as expected. It also has a tab protector so you don't break the lock tab off when pulling the cable out from where it is connected; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iMBAPrice RJ45 Female to Female UTP CAT.6 Keystone Coupler, White, 10 Pack (IMBA-C6KC-WT-10PK); Brand: iMBAPrice; Review: This fit well and the connection was tight. Not much I can say about something this simple but as a union it worked as expected and the color matched the standard white plate I bought at the hardware store.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iMBAPrice RJ45 Female to Female UTP CAT.6 Keystone Coupler, White, 5 Pack (IMBA-C6KC-WT-5PK); Brand: iMBAPrice; Review: This fit well and the connection was tight. Not much I can say about something this simple but as a union it worked as expected and the color matched the standard white plate I bought at the hardware store.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VideoSecu One Pair Black Univaersal Satellite Speaker Mount Bracket for Wall and; Brand: VideoSecu; Review: I have a Bose LIFESTYLE 18 Series II system and after much searching I could not find any descriptions or reviews for any non-Bose brand speaker mounts that mentioned compatibility with my system. The Bose LIFESTYLE 18 Series II system cube speakers use a M5 screw and this kit comes with an adapter that you can see in my pictures that can be used with M4 or M5 screw holes. These are metal brackets. The kit includes screws and fasteners to mount these in the wall as well as tie wraps to secure the wires. It is a COMPLETE kit and it is really high quality. The swivel provided by the ball socket makes these very easy to point and adjust the speaker angles with a simple twist of the included Alan key. 2 complete mounts are included in this kit and both offer 2 options: a straight mount or a 90 degree mount so you can use these with rear mounted speakers or top mounted speakers. It also came with nuts that can be used for keyhole mounted speakers or, as in my case, as a lock nut to secure the M5/M4 adapter to the speaker. My speakers are small and light but I can see no issue with these being able to hold a larger and heavier speaker (5 -6 lbs easily).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: uxcell Coax Cat5 Cat6 to RCA Male CCTV Camera Audio Balun Connector 10 Pieces; Brand: uxcell; Review: Since I read other reviews mentioning reversed polarity on some of these, I checked each one. I had no such problem. They were all perfect. I used these with 16 gauge speaker wire to set up a surround sound system and these worked great. The description indicates these are made to work with cat5 or 6 which I have no doubt they will do fine but they had absolutely no problem using the 16 gauge wire. They connectors fit snugly and the screw down wire connects are reliable and secure. Best of all no need to solder the connector. Very simple and very easy to use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Halter Dual LCD Adjustable Monitor Stand, Dual Stacking Arm, Desk Clamp/Grommet; Brand: Halter; Review: First off all the pictures of this item are incorrect. Amazon are you paying attention? They are actually pictures of the Ergotron brand. This really needs to be corrected as it is very misleading. At first view these actually look almost identical so I ordered the Halter as it was $50-60 less than the Ergotron. Why not, right? I unboxed this and you can see the unpacking pictures attached. I first tried to clamp this to the edge of my desk but I found it too far so I opted for the through desk installation which was easy as I already had cable holes in the top of the desk. The base that mounts to the desk comes pre-assembled with the clamp that mounts to the edge of the desk so to use this as a through desk mount you have to unscrew the clamp and replace it with the though desk plate(see the pictures). 3 screws, simple right? Here's where I had a problem. When I removed the 3 screws from the aluminum foot, the screw threads came out with 1 of the 3 screws. No way to use 1 of the screws that hold the plate to the foot. The 2nd screw also shredded some aluminum dust when removed but was still usable. Obviously I could not use this now that the main support was missing a screw. I decided to return this defective unit and buy the Ergotron instead. For those of you that are looking at both of these models, I included some side by side pictures for you so you can easily see the differences. The finish is completely different. The Ergotron has a high polished finish and the Halter looks more like a matte powder coat(still a nice finish). The real difference is not only in the finish but in the size and gauge of the metal used in both models. As you can see in the pictures the through desk mount is significantly larger and thicker on the Ergotron. The foot is also larger and the tube is 1 inch taller on the Ergotron which makes a huge difference if you are going to use stacked monitors. The Ergotron is simply a much more solid and heavy duty unit. If you are going to clamp this to the side of your desk and use inexpensive lighter monitors the Halter will probably do the job fine but if you need a through desk design, then I would not buy this as the Aluminum crumbled when I unscrewed the base. The bottom line is this should be half of the price because at $200 it is just too expensive for the inferior quality when for $50 more you can get the real deal. By the way, I also included a copy of the installation instructions and if you look closely you will see they state:"LX Desk mount" which is Ergotron's product name...talk about close copy :) I have many more side by side pictures of every single part so if you want to see more I'll be; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Piper nv Smart Home Security System with Night Vision, 180-degree Video Camera, White; Brand: iControl Networks; Review: I have a few security cameras and I wanted this because it stores the video off site plus there is no additional fee to do so. The price is substantially higher than it's competition but the free storage makes up for that. The audio it captures is great. Very clear and loud. The video on the other hand is not clear and very poor even at the highest setting. In addition to that the motion sensor is not very efficient. I placed this in the same room as another security camera and this did not capture all of the movement. In fact it only recorded 14 events out of 22 and I'm talking about opening the door and entering into the room and walking in over a few days of normal living! So even though it is a great deal when it comes to storing the videos, it just is not reliable enough for me to trust that we won't miss an intruder. The app is simple to use and it does notify you of anything it does detect anything. I really like that you can add accessories such as water leak detectors. I may try this out again in the future and I was very sad to return this but at just under $300 it needs to do a better job. I also did not like the stand because it is not adjustable at all. It does have a really wide angle lens that captures floor to ceiling but a little tilting ability would be nice. I could not set this up out of the box and I did have to call customer service but they did help fix it quickly. I had to wait on hold for about 15 minutes but once someone picked up it went very well. It also needs to be turned on and off if you don't want it recording while you are home which I found annoying after a few days. The battery backup is fantastic. What a great feature. The problem with this going offline if internet goes down is real and unfortunately if that happens you do have to hold down a button on the device to get it back up and running. Huge problem if you are using this to monitor while you are away from home. I hope they improve this and I would love to give it another try if they do. For now I'll stick to my old security cameras with on site storage and I may just try out the Canary.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Disney s Art of Animation Resort; City: Orlando Florida; Review: We headed to the Art of Animation (Dec 12-22)! It was excellent. The themeing was out of this world -truly. We stayed in the Little Mermaid section and it was a riot! The king sized bed at a value resort was a huge bonus for us. Usually at values, we are squished into a double. The mattress was firm, but we've both got bad backs, so we LOVED it. For the first few days, we didn't understand why people complained about how far the rooms were from the bus depot. However, as the trip wore on, and 16+ hour days at the parks took their toll, our feet were achey and minded those extra steps at the end of the day. That being said, the AoA is a great spot, its fun to stay somewhere that still smells new. Not to mention, the location relative to all parks (except MK) was exceptional. Having stayed onsite at Disney several times before, the location of AoA made park hopping a real breeze. ***Note about pre-christmastime: PERFECT time to go! We went the last week before Christmas, the Parks were beautiful, all the extra christmas themed activities were excellent and the crowds were surprisingly low. We had the free dining plan (that we upgraded to deluxe) and it was a perfect pre-christmas treat. Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party was perfect!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gaylord Texan Resort Convention Center; City: Grapevine Texas; Review: The Gaylord Texan is a wonderful mix of modern comforts & southern hospitality. I had an atrium view room that looked out on the beautifully appointed atrium below. The room was comfortable & clean. There is so much to look at and do at the resort itself, that you can forget about the outside world! The outdoor pool and Paradise Springs water park are relaxing, even when at capacity. We enjoyed the talents of several musicians at the piano bar, took in country night at the Glass Cactus, and watched the game on the record-breaking big screen at the sports bar. Our favourite restaurant onsite was the Italian restaurant Zeppole. In fact, we liked it so much, we went twice. We’re not from Texas, so we made a point to go to Stockyards Rodeo, the 6th Floor museum and Southfork :) There’s lots of shopping and good eating in the area too. Make sure to check out Hard Eight if you like BBQ! Yummo :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Gerberhaus; City: Rothenburg Middle Franconia Franconia Bavaria; Review: As part of our road trip across Germany, we made a pint to stop int the picturesque, walled town of Rothenburg. Friends of ours recommended staying at Gerberhaus, and we happily took their advice. Our room was perfect, it may as well have been straight out of a fairytale. The blue and white gingham bedding was the icing on the cake. Gerberhaus staff were friendly and knowledgeable, happy to help us find whatever we we after. The hotel gardens were also beautiful, where one could sit and enjoy a cup of tea, or a one of the movies shown by staff in the evening. We visited the many shops in Rothenburg, took in more Christmas shopping than is healthy, visited the medieval crimes museum, enjoyed the nights watchman tour, had dinner at Hell (a great little pub) and finished the evening with a late night walk along the wall. Gerberhaus was a delight and their breakfast was divine :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel am Sophienpark; City: Baden Baden Baden Wurttemberg; Review: Wow! This hotel has class! Our room (320) was gorgeous, looked onto the garden and had a massive balcony for a few evening drinks. The bathroom was spacious, clean and well appointed. Our GPS got us to the hotel, we checked in and the hotel staff gave us a map to the parking garage. No problems! We were a 5 min walk to the Caracalla therme spa, which we thoroughly enjoyed! There is a lot to do in this city, which was beautiful and had a variety of shopping opportunities just minutes from the hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eibsee Hotel; City: Garmisch Partenkirchen Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: We booked half board rooms at Eibsee, so we got a four course diner and breakfast included in our rate. Both meals we exceptional! The venison was fantastic and the wait staff were pleasant and efficient. We enjoyed a few drinks from the bar, which had a nice vibe. I went for a dip in the lake, mostly for the sake of doing it, the water was chilly but tolerable, and very very clear! Enjoyed the pool afterwards, and it was quite peaceful. The room was clean and rustic. The bathroom was very modern and looked recently renovated. We had a forest view room, which was perfectly fine, perhaps not comparable to the lake view, but this hotel is worth every penny. Absolutely wonderful, all around.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Schloss Waldeck; City: Waldeck Hesse; Review: We had the pleasure of spending a glorious night at the Hotel Schloss Waldeck in September. The weather was misty and added to the allure of this wonderful hotel. There is a marvellous mixture of old and new with modern and well appointed rooms set in a historic medieval setting. The room was spotless, the staff was exceptionally helpful and spoke better English than I do! This is a blissful setting, off the beaten path, that feels very genuine and authentic! If you are looking for the real deal, this is it! We also checked out the onsite museum (spooky) and ate at the restaurant (fantastic)!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ARCOTEL Camino; City: Stuttgart Baden Wurttemberg; Review: I was pleasantly surprised by our room at the Arcotel Camino. We stayed on the fourth floor, and it was gorgeous. With a separate toilette from the shower area, the room was a nice mix of masculine furniture and modern bathroom. We walked to the main square area in minutes, and the staff was eager to help us find our way around the wonderful city of Stuttgart. My only wish was that our stay could have been longer!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Hotel Panorama Freiburg; City: Freiburg im Breisgau Baden Wurttemberg; Review: We stayed here for a night as part of a two week driving tour through Germany. What caught our eye initially when we looked up this hotel were the lights on and around the bed. Thinking that this looked cool, we booked one nights stay. We were pleasantly surprised to find the hotel beautifully situated on a hill overlooking the city of Freiburg. Our room looked out over the city aswell! The room was clean, modern, and tastefully decorated with a patio opening out to the view. The lights under and around the bed were very very cool, and a very unique feature. The pool was nice as well!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Stein; City: Salzburg Austrian Alps; Review: The view of from our room was absolutely breathtaking and the room was beautifully decorated. When we checked in, we were given a complimentary room upgrade, which was a rouse. The most important thing in a hotel stay is the bed. Our room had slanted floors, which was fine and part of staying in a historical, and boutique hotel, except for when the head of the bed is slanted lower than the foot of the bed. Making sleeping pretty much impossible. Half way through then night, we flipped around and slept at the foot of the bed,a which was a marginal improvement. We told the staff, and the sentiment was more or less, too bad. There was no wifi reception in our room. Ordinarily I wouldn't care about this, but routers are cheap, and when we asked about the lack of signal, we were told that they were aware of this issue in our room. What is frustrating I'd being given a wifi pass code upon check in, when staff knows the room has no reception which is deceiving. When we checked out, after two nights, the front desk staff with braces asked how our stay was, when we told her of our complaints, she didn't do anything monetary to offset our sloping bed and wifi issues, except for telling us that we were already given a free room upgrade and was disinterested in our concerns. I felt deceived, given a free upgrade to a difficient room, only to have the upgrade thrown back in our face when we complained. I have never stayed in a hotel that cared so little about customer relations, and so ambivalent about customer concerns.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Savigny Hotel Frankfurt City; City: Frankfurt Hesse; Review: As the start to our German roadtrip, we stayed just off the main drag in Fraknkfurt. Just invites from the main train station, but quietly tucked away on a quite street. The room was large and so was the bathroom. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean! The front desk staff we cheerful and helpful.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof; City: Berlin; Review: The Pullman Berlin is in a great location, right by the zoo, very close to shopping and attractions. The rooms were small, but very clean and modern inside. There is a great pool area, with a steam room, sauna and lots of spa options. It was great to go for a swim after walking around Berlin all day. Parking was 25€ /day. We took the hop-on-hop-off tour while in Berlin, and you can catch it close to the hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dornroeschenschloss Sababurg; City: Hofgeismar Hesse; Review: We visited the Dornroeschenschloss Sababurg as part of a road trip between Frankfurt and Berlin. I am so happy we made a point to visit this beautiful attraction. While we didn't spend the night here, although I wish we did, we had an opportunity to wander the grounds and take in the scenery of this gorgeous locale. The gardens and haunting beauty of this castle is wonderful. I recommend stopping by, even if you're not planning to stay for long! Lovely.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Iberostar Costa Dorada; City: Puerto Plata Puerto Plata Province Dominican Republic; Review: We stayed at the Iberostar Costa Dorada Feb 26th-march 5th. To be honest, I wasn’t expecting a whole lot from the resort; I had no hand in selecting it, and was going as a last minute addition to a group vacation. I was truly surprised by the caliber of both the resort and staff. I had read on Trip Advisor that there had been recent renovations to the property and it shows. The resort was gleaming, bright and very clean. The resort is small, which is EXACTLY my style. There wasn’t a bad room to be had on site. Everything was close and accessible! We stayed in block 1, right on the beach and adjacent to the pool :). Our room was perfect, king sized bed, fresh paint, and stocked fridge! Ours was stocked everyday, with more than we needed – a little tip goes a long way! Speaking of tipping, it had been 14 years since I was last in the Dominican as a roudy teenager and I had forgotten about the EXCEPTIONAL service. There was absolutely no tipping pressure. It felt nice to have our tips so graciously received rather than begrudgingly expected by staff. We usually stay at minimum 5star resorts, and I am telling you that I have yet to find better service than at this resort. Second to none. The entertainment staff was great as well. With a family of outgoing personalities, we had a great time dancing, playing bocce and whatnot. I don’t usually name names, but Chocolate, Pepsi-cola, DeeDee, BettyBoop and the whole crowd were great. Normally an A La Carte snob, I actually really liked the buffet!! Robert was a fantastic host, I recommend sneaking into his section! What a gentleman! We had, at minimum, 8 people sitting together per meal, and he always found us a place to sit :) We went to the International and Mexican a la cartes, Mexican was excellent, International wasn’t anything special. I heard the Brazilian was the best, but we waited too long to make reservations, so we couldn’t get in. We spent most of our days at the beach, with little hassle finding chairs. Lots of sun and shade, whichever your preference. We did the city tour and paradise island excursions while there.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sensimar Resort Riviera Maya; City: Puerto Aventuras Yucatan Peninsula; Review: I travelled to the El Dorado Seaside in the spring with a few girlfriends from work, and it was absolutely incredible. Even though this is a very intimate and romantic couples resort, I would recommend it for a girls trip if you and your friend are up for some major luxury. I cannot praise the impeccable service enough. From personalized drink deliveries on the beach, champagne & treats, to the room service and the staff at the pool bringing our drinks of choice over before we even had a chance to settle in, they make an absolute effort to anticipate what we didn’t even know we wanted!! We stayed in the new premium complex, on the 5th floor. At first, I was concerned about not being close enough to the beach, but that was unfounded. The view was breathtaking, and the quasi-private pool in front of the building was fantastic. The staff at the pool bar & restaurant were exceptionally attentive. The food was exquisite. We loved the Italian restaurant….sooooo much!! The gastro-pub was fun, too, so don’t be scared away!! Not to pass up a chance for some spa time, I had the kulkulcan massage. What a treat! The spa was perfect. Perfect. The water journey before hand was tailored to maximize relaxation. A must do. The beach is a bit corally, but that is to be expected in Mexico. You could walk for quite a ways down the beach. Even though the resort is small, if you like to walk, the beach is a lovely way to go for a stroll. They even had wifi at the beack....perfect for instagramming your vacation :) I’ve stayed at El Dorado Royale in the past, but Seaside is hands down my favourite.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Peninsula Chicago; City: Chicago Illinois; Review: I had the pleasure of staying at the Peninsula during the RSNA 2014 conference in Chicago, and what a treat! The holiday season is a breathtaking time to visit Chicago and the Peninsula shines -decked in all the holiday trimmings. The location is perfect - with the main entrance steps from Michigan Ave, shopping and dining is easy an convenient. The room was well appointed, spacious and impeccably clean. The bathroom was lovely. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and I am convinced our room was tidied every time we left our room - several times per day. Located next to Giordano's pizza and Rosebud's restaurant - great eats are steps away. A great locale for home-base during the black friday shopping madness too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Disney s Contemporary Resort; City: Orlando Florida; Review: This was our fifth visit to DisneyWorld since 2008. We've previously stayed at PopCentury(2x), Art of Animation, Animal Kingdom and now the Contemporary. We were unexpectedly upgraded from our reservation at Coronado Springs and it was a nice treat. That said, I can't really comment about the room rate because the upgrade was complimentary. There are things that we've come to expect having been a few times, that make the difference to us, and that makes Contemporary stand out as a premiere place to stay. These factors are: -Proximity of Transportation to our room: PERFECT. The hardest thing at the end of the day is the slog back to the room once we get back to the hotel. This was not an issue at all with this hotel. We had Park View rooms in the Tower, so getting back to our room was HASSLE FREE! HUGE PERK AT DISNEY!! -Variety of Transportation options: The nice thing about this resort is there are several ways to get around including the monorail, the buses and even a ferry. What I love about this is you're not as reliant on the buses as with other resorts. It was nice to be able to walk to magic kingdom, too! This gave us a huge sense of freedom for getting around. -Pool/Spa - While the pool at this resort is mediocre, it was nice to be able to pop into the hot tub to rest the weary tootsies after a long day at the park. The great thing here is that the pool is open late, which is more practical for those who like to visit the parks for all hours. There are several places to shop and eat at Contemporary which is nice. California Grill is a must do, and we always make a point to eat there on every trip. There were a couple of out of the way, discreet lounge areas that we liked, but didn't discover until part way through the trip! Wherever you stay at Disney, you're going to get great service. If anything,we had better room cleaning, towel animals at Pop Century, which is a value resort. It was a real treat to stay here and the park view was pretty spectacular. All in all, we hardly spend any time in our room, regardless of resort.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Ottawa Hotel; City: Ottawa Ontario; Review: I visited the Sheraton Ottawa for a work function. The room was well appointed, spacious and very clean. Even though it is in the heart of Ottawa, I was pleased with how quiet the room was. The conference facilities at this hotel are also great. The rooms we used were small and intimate, which was perfect for the tasks we had to complete. The staff was attentive. No complaints!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oceanstone Resort; City: Indian Harbour Halifax Region Nova Scotia; Review: ; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Drake A Hilton Hotel; City: Chicago Illinois; Review: It is hard to complain about The Drake at Christmas time. The lobby is decorated to the hilt, and the atmosphere is electric. We had an executive room as part of a conference, and it was enormous. The views were good, and the lounge with breakfast and snacks was wonderful. The view of the lake was lovely. Service was great, bathroom needs updating, but The Drake is one classy lady.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf Spa Resort; City: Playa Mujeres Yucatan Peninsula; Review: We traveled to SPM in November with a group of friends in desperate need of an adults only vacation. After much debate, we settled on SPM. What won us over was the newness of the resort and its modern elegance. Room: We had a preferred club swim-out, ocean view room in the 200 block of the hotel. It was well appointed, the swim-out was nice, and the view was great. There is a fair amount of traffic infront of our room, we didn't mind, but if you like privacy, this isn't the location for you. Food: The food was great. The Asian, Italian and French restaurants were my fave. The only place I didn't enjoy was Oceana - and I LOVE seafood. Drinks: Lots of variety, bar tenders willing to make anything if they have the ingredients. We were regulars at both the piano bar and the sports/dance bar Desires. Staff: SECOND TO NONE! We've been to several luxury all inclusives and I have to say that the entertainment staff here were excellent. Inclusive but not aggressive. LOVED pool volleyball, trivia, cigar rolling, etc!!. Excursions: We took a cab to the ferry to Isla Mujeres, rented a golf cart and bummed around all day. LOVED it. A weird mix of uber touristy and untouched coast line. Loved it. Cheap and uncomplicated. Golf Course: We chose this resort because we wanted to Golf. However, time flies, and relaxation kicks in, and we never got around to it. It sounds lazy, and perhaps we were. When we drove by, it did look gorgeous though. Spa: I had the fish pedicure. It was a fun experience for sure! We got a couples massage and spent some time out in the hydrotherapy pools. It was quiet and lovely. If you stay in a preferred room, you have unlimited access to the pools and sauna etc. Wasn't the best I've been too, but certainly nice in it's own right. Beach: THE SAND!!! POWDER!!! SOOOOOOOOOO nice. Nicest beach I've ever stayed at in Mexico (from Cancun to Tulum). The sand is epic. EPIC! That said, it was a bit choppy when we were there, and with a small rainstorm came some seaweed. Pool: The Pool was AMAZING. The design of it had lots of little nooks where you could have a small section of the pool to yourselves. I loved the layout of this pool. A lot of thought obviously went into it's design. The infinity pool was also nice. There were several hot-tubs (spas) which was a great feature!! General vibe: When we booked, we really liked the modern look of the resort, and they delivered in spades. Our only hesitation was that the restaurants , club and lobby were in a separate area. I thought I was going to mind that, but I ended up loving it. We would lounge around at our pool/beach all day, get ready for dinner, and head up to the other area for the evening. The golf carts were plentiful, and it made it seem like we were kind of going; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Brisas Guardalavaca Hotel; City: Guardalavaca Holguin Province Cuba; Review: I visited Brisas Guardalavaca with my parents and a crowd of their retiree friends in March. Having never been Cuba before (usually opting for Mexico, or Jamaica), I was hesitant if not slightly apprehensive about the trip. The hospitality and entertainment at Brisas Guardalavaca is THE BEST I have ever experienced anywhere down south. The people were absolutely lovely and kind. I have to say that I have never been more relaxed on a down south vacation in my life. The beach was beautiful, the people were lovely and the atmosphere was inviting. If you 're looking for a high-end luxury vacation, this place isn't for you. If you are looking for an affordable get away in the sun to relax and enjoy the culture, you'll love it. Did my air conditioner drip in our room? Yes. Did the buffet get a bit repetitive? Yes. Don't go to Cuba if you can't put the reality of the economy into perspective. Here are some things that we did to maximize the vacation: We brought packets of ketchup, soy sauce and pepper from fast-food restaurants we collected up before we left. We brought our own tea bags. We bought bubba mugs and our own beach towels. We walked up to the market, went for lunch at la maison up the beach, and took in a bunch of local tours. Cuba has a spectacular culture and countryside and I recommend checking it out before it changes too much. There is always something to find to eat at the main buffet (my preference) and the churros outside were delicious. If you are a runner/walker, there is a long boardwalk that is fairly quiet in the mornings. Thank you Brisas Guardalavaca for showing me a wonderful time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Memories Paraiso Beach Resort; City: Cayo Santa Maria Villa Clara Province Cuba; Review: I traveled to Memories Paraiso Beach in Cayo Santa Maria in January 2017. I was a bit concerned given the previous mixed reviews, but the price was right for a last minute family get away. Beach: This beach is epic. It is why we chose Cayo Santa Maria in the first place. Honestly, it goes on forever, the sand is soft powder and it looks like something out of a dream. There is a fair number of shaded spots, but there definitely could be more. We are early risers, so we set up at the beach in the morning and stayed most of the day in the shade. Room: Our room was clean and well appointed by Cuban standards. It did show a bit of wear and tear, but nothing to write home about. Our cleaning lady was fantastic. There was always tonnes of hot water and water pressure in our room. We over looked the pool which was a bit rowdy during the day, but fine at night. Food: The food at the a la cartes was actually quite good. The italian and the mexican were great, but the portions were small. The buffet is a pretty traditional cuban buffet. It was fine, the service was great, and no one got sick. We always bring soya sauce, black pepper, ketchup, sriracha and peanut butter with us to Cuba. There is always something to eat. Service:I have to say that the service here was impeccable. We are fairly generous tippers when we travel. We had wonderful service from our fridge filler, waiters, chefs at the beach, the folks at the cafe, and the bank. A little appreciation goes a long way. Acting entitled and indignant (as unfortunately, many travelers are) doesn't get you anywhere. Cafe:The cafe was wonderful. We would head here mid morning after the beach on the way to breaky. The service here was second to none and their cappuccinos were to die for. My mother drinks tea, and one of the servers have her a little bottle of milk to take back to her room for her morning teas (she always brings her own tea bags) which was very generous. We also headed to the cafe for drinks and a game of cards before our supper reservations. It is a nice spot with a cool breeze. Excursions: We did the bus tour to Havana. I know, crazy right? But it was worth it. A long, but fantastic day. I would recommend it. Loved it. Overall: Cayo Santa Maria is fairly isolated, and a bit of a haul from the airport. The drive from the airport is nice through the country side, and I think of it as its own tour of sorts. I think this resort is a great value and I would definitely recommend it for people looking for an affordable 3-4* vacation. We were nervous about a January vacation because the weather can be hit or miss. It was warm, but a bit windy at the beginning of our vacation, but the wind tapered off as the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Westin Ottawa; City: Ottawa Ontario; Review: I recently stayed at The Westin Ottawa for a conference that was being held at the same place. What a fantastic location for a conference. The conference space was well appointed, and expansive. The rooms were lovely. The room I stayed in was seemingly recently renovated and had a wonderful shower. You can't beat the location in terms of what's around the hotel, from the market to the mall. No complaints.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Doria Park Hotel; City: Lerici Italian Riviera Liguria; Review: We stayed at the Doria Park Hotel in Lerici at the advice of our friends, and what a treat. We hadn't heard much about Lerici, and there wasn't a lot of information about it on the travel sites. It was such a lovely town, and the hotel room and staff were lovely. We drove to and parked at the hotel, with very little effort. The rooms were well appointed, and the bathroom was enormous. The view from our balcony was spectacular. It is a quick walk up or down a fairly low-grade hill to the hotel from the water front. There are a bunch of quaint shops and restaurants nearby. We preferred Lerici to the Cinque Terre, it was quieter and not over-run with aggressive tourists. We took the ferry to Portovenere and the Cinque Terre, which I highly recommend. We also drove to the train station and trained into the Cinque Terre on another day. At the advice of the concierge, we visited a small local beach that was breathtaking. I felt like I was on a movie set, it was so beautiful. I can not say enough about the Doria Park or Lerici. Check it out. You WILL NOT BE SORRY.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati; City: Parma Province of Parma Emilia Romagna; Review: As part of a three week self-drive tour of Italy, we stayed for two nights at the Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati in Parma, and it was a fantastic experience. We had a modern two-bedroom, 2 bathroom Deluxe Suite, with fantastic views of the square. We had our own car, and parking was available at a secondary location. The room was perfect, and the staff were attentive. This hotel, steeped in history, is also in a great location for a home base. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Parma, and will definitely return. The city is vibrant, and we took in some local sites, museums and eats while we were there. We did a day trip tour of the region that obviously included Parma Ham and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luxury Bahia Principe Cayo Levantado; City: Cayo Levantado Samana Province Dominican Republi; Review: We visited LBPCL at the end of April, and it was lovely. We flew in from Canada via Air Canada Vacations. Fortunately, we are able to fly directly into Samana. It is a bit of a haul to get to the resort with an hour long bus ride, nearly an hour wait for the ferry, and a 10 minute ferry to the island, but it is worth it. You truly do feel like you are on a private island oasis at LBPCL. The ground are some of the lushest we have ever experienced. The resort is spread out, but that is what makes it so nice. It has a tremendous amount of character and charm that you don't see in the newer resorts. ROOMS: We were originally booked in a junior suite, which was modernized, clean and well air-conditioned. However, we were travelling with friends who were in a villa in a junior suite superior, so we upgraded and moved into a neighbouring villa. The rooms were very large, and well appointed. The bathrooms were enormous. Our AC didn't work very well, but thankfully we had a working fan. The view off of our balcony in the villa was glorious. BEACH: The beaches here are nice, on the smaller side, but private. The only people at the resort beaches were resort guests. It was a much different experience than being at one resort on a long beachfront of other resorts. There were plenty of chairs, never worried about finding a shaded spot. The resort was at capacity but it did not feel crowded or busy at all. POOLS: The pools were large and nice as well. The poolside drink service was good, lots of umbrellas for shade, and plenty of towels. I like that this report had plants and greenery on the little islands in the pools as well. The upper pool did get quite hot during the day, we were lucky to have a cabana for shade on the day we spent up there, but it was toasty. TOWELS: This may not be a big thing for you, but I really like going to a resort where you can take as many towels as you need, and not have to worry about a towel card etc. This resort had plenty of towels at the ready which was nice. FOOD: The food here was good. It is resort food. The buffet was decent, small, but good. We enjoyed the a la cartes, the Brazilian was fun, Don Pablo and the Italian were good. OVERALL: We got a last minute deal for this resort, and it was well worth it. Choosing a vacation location all comes down to personal preference, but this place ticked a lot of boxes for us. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, and the grounds were second to none. It felt very high-end, without a high-end price tag.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: BLACKHAWK! Men's Soft Shell Rad Vest; Brand: BLACKHAWK!; Review: I liked the quality of the material and buckles. Sufficient number of pockets and a high collar. Of the minuses can be noted short cut model. I agree with one of the comments that you need to choose the model of one size larger than you have available. Of course you have to be prepared for the fact that this model is most suitable for this slender men.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tri-Mountain 100% Cotton Golf Cut Spandex Stretch Shirt - 620 Graduate; Brand: Tri-Mountain; Review: The material is soft, but the length is very large. XL size is very large in length. With my height 192cm me great length.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Haggar Men's Fairisle Crew Sweater; Brand: ; Review: Very soft even for my sensitive skin. As if wearing it always. Coloration liked more than the photo. Size fits to the description may be slightly shorter than desired. Men may come a little full-bodied.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Five Ten Dirtbag Lace-Up Shoe - Men's; Brand: Five Ten; Review: Shoes are very light and comfortable as slippers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timberland Men's Richmont PT Oxford; Brand: ; Review: I chose a W size, wide shoes seemed to me more convenient. Shoes quality meet my expectations; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Soundfly BT Ultimate Bluetooth Car FM Transmitter WMA/MP3 Player for SD Card, USB Charger for iPhone 6, 5S, 5C,; Brand: Satechi; Review: Sound quality is great but the external microphone needs to be clipped to you. Leaving it on the dashboard makes it sound like your at the end of a hallway. It is also constructed out of cheap material and broke in less than a month. My android phones Mic gets turned off when connected to the device making this useless for anything other than streaming music.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Eye-Fi Pro X2 8GB Wireless SD Memory Card - EYE-FI-8PC Wi-Fi SD Memory Card; Brand: Eye-Fi; Review: I just wish it was better about uploading to the website when my computer is off, or the app is off. I try to keep it running but often turn it off then don't turn it back on and the features that should allow the website to cash pictures before sending them on fails to work correctly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The MiniDrive | microSD Adaptor | Universal Nano for All SD ports; Brand: TheMiniDrive.com; Review: Pro Fits fully inside my laptop (Asus UX31LA) Works with every Micro SD I have tried. Now comes with Silver tab to pull out of the computer (not seen in the picture) Con Removing silver tab allows the device to seperate Is a little flimsy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anker USB-C to USB 2.0 Cable (3.3ft) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor for USB Type-C Devices Including The New; Brand: Anker; Review: Fast charge works great with this cable. I have tried 3 different cables that just wouldn't charge my phone as fast as the charger that came with the phone. This one did it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pwr AC Adapter PA-1400-24 Charger for Samsung Series 9 Notebook, Ativ; Brand: PWR+; Review: The stock charger that came with my phone is a much better form factor, but otherwise this charger does the same job, for a much more reasonable price. The build quality is good. It works, and charges correctly.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Acesori A-ILK Smartphone Camera 4-Piece Kit with 3 Lens and Microfiber Cloth; Brand: New England Technology, Inc.; Review: They are exactly as advertised, and priced. If you are looking for something cheap to magnify, these will work. If you are looking for high quality look somewhere else. The 4 stars are for all the little bits included. There are plenty of mounting rings so you can both have spares, and use these with multiple phones. I really wish there was a zoom lens included.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Diwane Hotel Spa Marrakech; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: I can't understand the bad reviews of this hotel. We stayed here for 10 days and found it to be excellent - the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and would give us information on the weather, places to visit and good places to eat. They all spoke at least a little English and even if they didn't speak much, they would always go and get someone that did. The room was large enough for the two of us with a large bathroom and a lovely balcony overlooking the pool. The main entrance of the hotel is lovely and they havn't tried to squeeze rooms in everywhere - instead opting for a large open and airy 5 storey lobby. The room was very clean, and was cleaned everyday by a maid who always smiled at us and said hello. The pool was a little haven to relax by. The food was good, alternating between buffet and set menu - the only thing I would say is that they could do with more than 3 choices for each course on the menu. The waiters however were lovely, remembering our favourite drinks! Half an hour walk to the medina, or a 5 minute taxi ride. Would really recommend this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moroccan House Hotel; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: Nice clean room with 2 comfortable single beds (mini 4 posters draped in lace!). Good bathroom, and great roof terrace where the breakfast was served. Beautiful main lobby. Stayed at the front of the hotel and it was rather noisy with passing traffic, people talking, stray cats etc.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: DeSalis Hotel; City: Elsenham Essex England; Review: Stayed here for one night before an early flight. Upon arrival the receptionist seemed baffled that my booking had complimentary parking and was trying to charge me extra for it. After checking my confirmation print out several times, and checking with the manager, I was not charged any more for it. He then added £18 to the price and I had to question what it was for, which he was unsure of at first - the airport shuttle for 2 people. The room we were given had 2 single beds - not the four poster room I had booked, and the toilet paper had yellow stains on it. I went to the reception and they insisted this was my room. Once again I needed to refer to my print out. They then said that there is a door in the room leading to the four poster bed - through this door was a normal double bed. Once again I went to the reception and they did not believe me and came to see for themselves. Finally they admitted I had the wrong room and we were moved to a lovely one. However, they checked the room we had been in for about 2 mins (to check everything was there!) and failed to tell us where the new room was! When we found it, it was a lovely room. Had a really good night sleep in a clean, comfy bed. However, at 5:20 we went to check out and nobody was around - we rang the bell, called out and even went looking for someone but noone could be found. This was appalling customer service. At this point I was very apprehensive about leaving my car there. Returned a few days later and transport was smooth and car had not been moved. Would not stay there again.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lake Victoria Hotel; City: Entebbe Central Region; Review: I stayed at this hotel with a group of 14 teenagers after a month of trekking. The hotel were superb! Happy to help with all sorts of odd requests, giving lots of local information and adjusting rooms so we could have the right combinations of people. Pool was great, rooms very comfortable and delicious food. Treated myself to a hair wash and blow dry in the salon which was very antiquated - no running water!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trinity City Hotel; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Right in the centre of the city so my partner and I walked everywhere - even the Guinness Storehouse only took us 25 mins. The staff were very helpful and friendly and the hotel had a great feel to it - lots of quirky statues and furniture. Room was a good size and very clean. Were expecting it to be noisy as we were at the front of the hotel overlooking the road but was very surprised how well the double glazing and soundproofing was - really quiet and didn't wake at all even during a couple of cheeky afternoon naps. Breakfast was delicious.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Harold Seltzer's Steakhouse; City: Port Richey, FL; Review: Excellent steaks, great Caesar salad, and delicious lobster bisque. Other selections were probably top notch as well. Wish this restaurant existed on LI, NY!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walmart Neighborhood Market; City: New Port Richey, FL; Review: Clean, well organized, and helpful and gracious sales help. Was a pleasure to shop there during my stay in New Port Richie.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The UPS Store; City: New Port Richey, FL; Review: Helpful but not very knowledgable about services and prices. Courteous but sent me on a wild goose chase offering that USPO is cheaper. It was the same price ....and he sent me to a PO further away! Another customer had to clarify by directing me to the closest PO. Extra trip for nothing.... Spent even more money therefore on gas!!!!!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center; City: New Port Richey, FL; Review: Front desk courteous and very helpful. Rooms old but clean for the most part. Bed sheets clean, beds comfortable and lots of pillows. Carpets stained and bathrooms very tiny. Toilets very low. But all in all I felt very safe and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nickel's Diner; City: New Port Richey, FL; Review: Not worth stopping. A hole in the wall. Simple breakfast and lunch menu. Not the same owners so now call it Nickels. A mom and pop without the charm or choices.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Shaftesbury Metropolis London Hyde Park; City: London England; Review: After reading some reviews I was a little nervous but we had a fantastic stay at this hotel. It is so conveniently situated with a 10 to 15 min walk from Hyde Park .We went specifically for Winter Wonderland and Oxford Street shopping, the price for this hotel in the heart of London can not be beaten. Yes the room was very compact but it had everything we needed with a lovely en suite which included all toiletries. The room also had tea/ coffee making facilities, an extremely comfortable bed and a very nice buffet breakfast. We did request an upper level with which we were obliged and we had a peaceful room at the back. We will definitely return on our next trip to London hopefully for more than one night. The staff were very friendly and helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gran Hotel Rey Don Jaime; City: Castelldefels Catalonia; Review: Although be prepared for a 15 minute walk to great beach and train station but it is a steep climb back. Loved the area and convenience of the train to Barcelona 20 mins or further down the coast. Food good, lovely views. Old spanish charm in hotel. Comfortable good value, nice staff. Tip when coming back from Barcelona late, get off at Castildelefel (cabs waiting) and not Castildelefel platja (none there) and get a cab for 5 euros.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton London Bankside; City: London England; Review: Beautiful hotel in a perfect location especially fo the Shard. The room was comfortable and the bed amazinge the bathroom and shower were superb. Breakfast was beautiful cooked to order and lots of healthy choices on the buffet.. The distillery bar was really good especially the Shakespeare cocktails. The staff were very helpful and friendly still new but would definitely stay again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crystal Palace Caravan Club Site; City: London England; Review: Nice peaceful site. Friendly welcome. Unfortunately foggy so couldn't see the park will definitely return in the spring/summer. Perfect for getting in to Central London. No 3 bus from outside takes about an hour, good for sightseeing. For a faster route home get the tube to Bristol then pick up the same bus from outside the station. Lovely weekend away at a very reasonable price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brighton Caravan Club Site; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: Greeted warmly for our second stay at this lovely site even though each time it has only been overnight, we love it and will be back. NYE was particularly good, wine and mince pies were provided in reception by a a group of very friendly helpful staff, which we had before we walked down to the marina. We forgot our glasses but it wasn't a problem (there were signs which we missed to take your own). The toilet block is spotless and I love the atmosphere on the site. We were having a drink and seeing in the new year so apologise if we were loud, everywhere was so quiet and you always get a good sleep which we did after. Lovely to meet the lady who also saw in the new year outside our van. Sad to see the burnt motorhome which was her friends and they should have been there. Thoughts are with them. We will be back for a few nights soon love Brighton and this is such a convenient spot. Will take the bus in to town next time but look forward to trying the new restaurants at the marina too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coconut Court Beach Hotel; City: Hastings Christ Church Parish Barbados; Review: Just had a lovely 8 days in Coconut Court. The beach and man/family made reef are beautiful. The staff are exceptional. Facilities are good and events are arranged nightly also if you book direct you get a complimentary continental breakfast. Love the seagrapes beach bar and every day is fun with a great atmosphere several happy hours that leads to a very happy holiday. Annexe great for families but the road is a little noisy would recommend a seafront room which we will book next time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seadown Holiday Park; City: Charmouth Bridport Dorset England; Review: Unluckily for us the weather has not been the best which in this location you need. It's beautiful in good weather with great beach access but very little to do in bad. Charmouth is very quaint but very small. The reception staff vary but I think we had the unfriendly one that has been mentioned in previous reviews. I do think when booking and paying the deposit BY CARD over the phone it should be pointed out they only take cash on arrival. I received my confirmation e mail (which was pointed out harshly that it clearly stated that) but I filed it in my saved items after a brief glance until we arrived. There are nicer ways of saying things, I know as I am a receptionist and it is my job to be welcoming to paying clients!! There are only 3 showers, 5 toilets and 2 hand basins not enough for this site. All else good. Pitch fair but prefer segregated with bushes etc. Luckily ours was a larger pitch. Brilliant dog walking facilities and great beach access and views after a hilly walk.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Clarks Women's Lucena Sandal; Brand: ; Review: I ordered size 11 xw and they fit perfectly. The price was also great. They are a great good looking, comfortable walking sandal that can be worn just about anywhere.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Propet Women's Trinidad; Brand: Propt; Review: I ordered the sandals for my wife who has difficulty finding size 11 xw foot ware in stores. The sandals arrived and were a perfect fit. The quality is excellent and they look great. She has worn them several times and found them extremely comfortable. In addition, they have not left a mark on her foot.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seiko Men's Watch SGG480; Brand: Seiko; Review: The product arrived in a package from Bluedial in which the watch was not in the Seiko display box but free floating with a piece of clear tape across the lens. Also contained in the shipping box was a check list that indicated the watch did not have a scratch on the lens and the seal for wear on the watch band was intact. In addition, there was a seal on the clasp that passed the inspection. Based upon this I do not believe I received a factory fresh watch. I would like to verify this is a battery operated watch. Over the last fifty years I have found that a battery watch lasts for 2 to three battery changes it stops working and then you dispose of it. This is going to be the last somewhat expensive wrist watch that I will have purchased. When I compare it to my Walmart watch that cost $12 (changed battery 3x and put on a good leather band) I think the Seiko looks 50% better but cost 9 time as much. The warranty is for 3 years. Good Luck.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: TexereSilk Men's 100% Silk Boxers Underwear (Country Club) Luxury Under Wear; Brand: TexereSilk; Review: I purchased one pair to see how they fit and check the quality. Five stars for both fit and quality. I will be purchasing more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nunn Bush Men’s Bleeker Street Slip-On KORE Slip-Resistant Dress Casual Loafer; Brand: Nunn Bush; Review: The shoes are made larger than those of other manufacturers. There was no breaking in period. I put them on and walked for about two miles and my feet felt great. A well designed shoe. I wear a size 11 extra wide.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nunn Bush Men’s Baker Street Plain Toe Oxford KORE Slip-Resistant Dress Casual Lace Up; Brand: Nunn Bush; Review: Excellent quality shoe for the price. The shoe runs much larger than those of other manufactures. I ordered size 11 XW which fit me perfectly with no rubbing or pinching. I was able to put them on and walk over a mile in complete comfort, as if they were an old pair of shoes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rose Petals Women's Elm Slip-On Loafer; Brand: Rose Petals by Walking Cradles; Review: Great shoe beautiful, soft and comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: The Potluck Club Takes the Cake (The Potluck Club, Book 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Linda Evans Shepherd Page; Review: Once again, the authors of the Potluck Club series have caused me to lose sleep. Once I started reading the latest shenanigans of the women of the Potluck Club, I couldn't put it down. It is a delightful book with vivid colorful characters that puts a smile on your face. The women of Summit View are the Mitford of Colorado.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Resurrection in May; Author: Visit Amazon's Lisa Samson Page; Review: I absolutely loved this book. I was sad to finish and wanted to read a sequel. One of my favorite Lisa Samson books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unquenchable: Grow a Wildfire Faith that Will Endure Anything; Author: Visit Amazon's Carol Kent Page; Review: We've all been there. Shattered dreams. Unfulfilled longings. Disappointment with God. Times when life seems to toss you overboard without a twig to cling to. Carol Kent understandsshes been there and back again. In Unquenchable, Carol encourages you not to lose hope, and gently shows you how to endure, to thrive, and once again have a wildfire faith that will take your breath away. Sharon Jaynes, Author of: Praying for Your Husband from Head to Toe and The Power of a Woman's Words; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion; Author: Flagg Fannie; Review: Loved this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Your God Is Too Safe; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Buchanan Page; Review: This was an amazing book. I underlined so many key sentences. Mark is an amazing writer. This book is a must read for any Christian who wants to go deeper in their relationship with God.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Turning; Author: Visit Amazon's Davis Bunn Page; Review: Not one of Bunn's best. It was OK; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Racketeer; Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: It was too much about baseball. Not much of a plot. I wasn't a typical John Grisham book.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Summer (Seasons of the Heart) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Janette Oke Page; Review: Very simple. Not much of a plot.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Reluctant Midwife: A Hope River Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Patricia Harman Page; Review: It was OK. Not a great read.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Pompeii; Author: Robert HARRIS; Review: Very good review of everything we saw when we were there. Helped us understand what we actually saw. I would encourage people to buy this book rather than the ones that are offered in Pompeii.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: June Bug; Author: Visit Amazon's Chris Fabry Page; Review: This was one of the best fiction books I've ever read. I was so sad for it to be over!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Antonio Gaudi: Master Architect; Author: Visit Amazon's Juan Bassegoda Nonell Page; Review: Loved this book. Help me to remember all that I had seen on our trip. Beautiful pictures and lovely writing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gaudi Pop-Ups; Author: Visit Amazon's Courtney Watson McCarthy Page; Review: It is a cool book, but only has just a handful of pop ups. I was disappointed that it had so few for the money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sullivan's Island (Lowcountry Tales); Author: Visit Amazon's Dorothea Benton Frank Page; Review: It had more bad language and sex than I would have liked. But it was a good story. She is a great writer.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Home to Holly Springs (Father Tim); Author: Visit Amazon's Jan Karon Page; Review: Not as good as the original series, but entertaining.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: We Confess! The Civil War, the South, and the Church eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Deborah P Brunt Page; Review: How could a church culture that lifted high the name of Jesus make covenant with the Confederacy? How did the Southern Baptist Convention lead the way? How do divided hearts and unholy covenants still hinder awakening in the conservative US church? What dramatic changes will a spirit of grace and supplication bring? We Confess! The Civil War, the South, and the Church uncovers the answers, historically, biblically, Spirit-to-spirit. I never read such an in depth look at religion, politics, church and God as I have read in this book. I mean this had to have taken years of research to put such an awesome book together as this one. I admire Deborah and the strength and persistence to write such a book. It took me a little while to get into it but once I did,I could not put it down. In some ways I felt ashamed as I read some areas of this book, ashamed to be part of a church (and as I write this I know that may sound idiotic) for many different reasons. I am not saying I am not a proud Christian because I am. You will just have to read this book to understand why I make that statement. This is just a must read book no matter your religion, race, or political views. I would highly recommend this book to everyone, Christians and non-Christians alike. This is just a must read book. I want to thank Deborah for giving me the opportunity to read and review her book, and also for putting up with all of my hurtles I had to conquer to get it done, God bless you Deborah, and keep your wonderful writing coming.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: God Will Use This for Good: Surviving the Mess of Life - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Max Lucado Page; Review: It arrived as described and was in excellent condition. No marks, no scuffs on it and pages are crisp. Good buy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Hairy Tail (The Hairy Tail Series Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jamie Campbell Page; Review: I really enjoyed this first book in the series. I can't wait to get started on the next one. If you are an animal lover you will love this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: e-Murderer: A Jenna Scali Mystery - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Joan C. Curtis Page; Review: Jenna Scali works for Dr. Bingham whom is a shrink part time and, in her spare time she is going to college, takes belly dance classes with her friend Quentin being a well-respected history professor at the local university and her belly dance instructor. She lives alone with her two kitties, Churchill and Stalin. She is dating a very handsome, jealous, and obsessive business owner who thinks Jenna should spend every spare minute of her time either calling him, or being with him. She begins to get emails at work from someone that claims to be from a Finland, telling Jenna in very gruesome detail about the girl he murdered the night before, and proceeds to tell Jenna that this is all of her fault. These continue until three girls end up murdered. She sets out to become her own detective and find out who is sending her these emails, which of course makes the very handsome single detective on the case very unhappy. Each time she gets an email at work, whoever is murdering these girls goes into explicit details to Jenna about the girls death. I would recommend anyone who loves a good suspense/thriller to pick up a copy of e-Murderer, you will not be sorry you did. It is a fantastic book! I would like to thank Joan and Promotional Book Tours for the advanced copy of e-Murderer to read and review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deadlock (FBI: Houston Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's DiAnn Mills Page; Review: This was the first book for me in DiAnn's FBI Houston series. I thought this was a great crime/drama book. Special Agent Bethany Sanchez and Special Agent Thatcher Graves seem to bump heads in the way they operate as agents. Graves does not care for the Sanchez's investigative style at all, he thinks she will not be able to watch his back, and will end up getting him killed. Graves is a no nonsense, get the bad guy no matter what you have to do to succeed at doing so investigator, he don't mess around he gets right to the point, where as he thinks Sanchez's way of investigation has to be by the book or no go. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes then crime/drama genre. I had the opportunity to read and review this book by Sourcebooks Fire publishing through NetGalley for an honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Obsession (The Volkov Mafia Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's S.E Foster Page; Review: I finished this book in an hour and a half. I could not put it down. Oh my gosh Samantha, what a absolutely awesome read. Damien is my hero, he really did love Faith more than his own life. I could not believe her dad did that to her, that just blew me away. How could a father be so cruel and unloving!? I am so happy that Cami finally came around, but I understand her point of view like I am sure we all did. I can't wait for Cami & Malc's story to come out now (sitting on pins and needles). This is Samantha Harrington's debut novel and you need to put this on your to read list if you have not read it. You will not regret it, I promise you that. Faith is kidnapped for a debt her father owes a man named Damien, and he is the ring leader in everything from the kidnapping to becoming Faith's savior. Then her father tells Damien to just kill his daughter to clear his debt..this is a fast paced action filled book from the first page to the very last page, that is why I could not stop reading it. What an awesome book, I loved it. Thank you Samantha for giving us such an awesome book to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roller Coaster Love (Roller Coaster Love Series Book One) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J.S. Wilsoncroft Page; Review: How do you review a book when you don't even know where to begin, because it is such a good book. Amie is one of the strongest people I have ever read about in any book. The love that her and Rob share is what women like myself dream of having, a love like theirs. I was sitting on the edge of my seat the whole time I read this book wanting to know what was going to happen next it's one of those books that you cannot put down because you know that you're going to miss something and you don't want to miss that something that's going to happen. Once I finally did get started on the book I could not put it down. I don't want to give way too much of this book because I want you to read it, you will not be sorry that you did. I can say that I did not enjoy the ending that well at all and I definitely can't wait for the next one, right along with everybody else we're sitting here waiting very patiently Jamie. Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to let me read your book and review it and for the opportunity of bringing Amie, Rob, Joy and Curtis and the rest of their family into my life. I just want to know if Amie is okay and if the baby is okay do they get married do they get a house. Oh I just can't stand it, I just cannot wait until the next book. Please tell me it's coming out very soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taming the Vampire (Blood and Absinthe Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Chloe Hart Page; Review: In answer to the one star review about the sex happening too fast. Yes the sex came quickly (no pun intended) but that's what it was all about, it all had to do with the potion that was in the works so that Liz could take Jack's strength as well to help her kill the beast. So the sex had to happen fast so that the potion would work and Liz would be 10 x stronger in order to kill the beast. Duh! But for me I thought it was a good book for a short story on taming a vampire. I need one to tame for myself, LOL; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bound; Brand: Visit Amazon's Chloe Hart Page; Review: This was a very short vampire story and it was also a very good story. I would recommend this highly to anybody that loves a good vampire book. Just keep in mind it is only eight chapters long.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Murder in the Mix - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Anisa Claire West Page; Review: This is a cute and short cozy mystery for anyone who likes short stories, or a good mystery on a cold or rainy day. This would be the cozy mystery for you to read. Two amateur sleuths at work, it is full of humor a mystery. Enjoy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Episode 1: The New Girl: The Extraordinarily Ordinary Life of Cassandra Jones (Walker Wildcats Year 1: Age 10); Brand: Visit Amazon's Tamara Hart Heiner Page; Review: This was a cute story it was very short but it was cute. If you're looking for a funny short story and that is cute this the book for you. That is why this review is so short because there isn't really anything to say about it except for it was short and cute.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brat: A New Adult Romantic Comedy (Sharing Spaces Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Alicia Michaels Page; Review: This is the second book of the series Sharing Spaces, the first book was V-Card, which was also a fun read. This one starts off with Chloe who was the spoiled brat who was rich had clothes in her closet that still had tags on them, she didn't even have enough room in her closet for all the clothes she had. She never had to work for anything everything was handed to her from her parents and in this continuing series she learns what real love is, all she has ever had were one night stands. She also learns that money isn't all there is to life. She ends up having another one of her one night stands only this time she ends up pregnant and this is when the book really starts getting even better. Her and the babies daddy make some very hard, courageous and unselfish choices at this point in their lives. You just have to read it to find out what is going to happen next. It is an awesome second book in the Sharing Spaces series, trust me you will love this second book, it is just as good as V-Card was; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Girl eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Tessa Marie Page; Review: Dead Girl is a book that touches on a very important subject that is happening every day to someone, and that is bullying. It is happening in schools as well as on social media websites. Kylie is the main character being bullied by Natalie, aka The Queen Bee so they call her in school. Natalie reminds me of a venomous snake. Kylie has had a crush on Natalies boyfriend Jack since the 3rd grade, but she has never acted on her feelings towards Jack. Natalie is the type of person that finds out something secret about someone and uses it against him or her. Braydon the new person in school that comes to Kylies rescue when Natalie is having one of her moods to bully Kylie today, and from there their friendship blooms. You will come to admire the strength that Kylie has and the crap she takes every single day, she portrays her strength and stands up for Jack who has come out of the closet and now Natalie has told the whole school about it, so they start tormenting them both. It is hard to tell you much more about this book that I really want you to know but I cannot spoil it for you. This book is necessary read for any child/tween/ teen or parent of a child being bullied. This happens every day unfortunately in todays world, and it is sick and very sad. Mark My Words Book Publicity provided me with an eBook of Dead Girl, in exchange for an honest review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trouble Magnet (Eliza Carlisle Mystery Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's DelSheree Gladden Page; Review: If you like suspense drama action humor this is the book you want to read. It was a wonderful book. I am not giving away any spoilers just read it, you won't be sorry that you did.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lake House Secret, A Romantic Mystery Novel (A Jenessa Jones Mystery Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Debra Burroughs Page; Review: I thought it was a good book but I didn't feel it was a little bit drawn out when it really didn't have to be. But I would recommend this to others to read if you like good mysteries.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Her Best Match: A Clean Billionaire Romance (The Best Girls Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Tamie Dearen Page; Review: You just have to pick this book up and read it. It's such a wonderful love story, enjoy! Anne and Steven are a perfect match made in heaven.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet and Salty Treachery: A Cozy Mystery (HoneyBun Shop Mysteries Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M.E. Harmon Page; Review: What I enjoyed most about this book is it wasn't that long but it wasn't nice short cozy mystery I really did enjoy it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meows, Magic & Manslaughter (Lake Forest Witches Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Madison Johns Page; Review: There's nothing like witches, cats and potions. A very humorous story about witches and cats talk. I love a good cozy mystery and that surely is what this was; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bad Girl and The Good Boy eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Karla Luna Page; Review: Mispronounced around too much for me. And I did not care for her writing style. Like how a character would talk. It just didn't sound like stuff people would say.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: To Be Her First (A Journey Durant Novel Book 1) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Elicia Hyder Page; Review: In thought this was a pretty good book. I did feel like Journey did to much bouncing back and forth with those guys, but other then that it was okay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Be the Death of Me (The Guardian Chronicles Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Rebecca Harris Page; Review: I was a bit surprised that I didn't care for this book as well as I thought I would. I felt it bounced around back and forth with the characters too much for me.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rockin' Country Series Box Set - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Laramie Briscoe Page; Review: The whole set of young adult books were good. They had allot of tears and laughs in each one of them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heartbreak - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Skye Warren Page; Review: So this must have been novella, because I was just reading along and BAM it just stops, and says if you want to read more about Blue and Hannah, please pick up Better When It Hurts a full length novel. So if course I did, and then I find out it is a huge series, lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stone Sisters; Brand: Visit Amazon's Bekah Clark Page; Review: I Have never read a paranormal book where the people are aliens so this was a first for me. It was good and I think it flowed very well the characters were believable but it just really isn't my cup of tea.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shy (Once Bitten, Twice Shy, #2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Noelle Marie Page; Review: I must say that Katherine found herself in trouble most of the time, it seemed to me that the pack was constantly getting her out of whatever shenanigans she was getting into. Though I did enjoy the book very much so, my favorite character of course was Bastian. At this point I don't know whether I'm going to continue on or just stop here. You never know I just may try the third book. Happy reading everyone; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bind; Brand: Visit Amazon's Claire Farrell Page; Review: This was a very different shifter story than what I am used to reading. Although it was good I just don't think it was one of the best that I've ever read; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Holiday Resort Spa Guam; City: Tumon Guam; Review: We always stay in this hotel as budget travelers. We like it for lower prices and location right on the nice sandy beach with SUP boards provided (not for free though like they do in PIC). Breakfast is not included, so we usually eat at Subway which is in 3 min walk. Rooms are large, worn out, but clean, nice view from a balcony. Wi-Fi is slow and weak. Beds are comfortable , soundproof is good. In the lobby you can rent a 2014 white Camaro . California Pizza is a nice restaurant to have dinner downstairs.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Value Hotel Nice; City: Singapore; Review: We have chosen this hotel for it's price, I saved about $250 for three nights comparing with hotels in China town. Now after staying in this hotel I would probably change my mind and live closer to the center of the city, in my opinion China town is the best option. First thing about the hotel is that taxi driver did not know where is it, there are several Value hotels in the same area so taxi drivers get confused. Our second impression was heavy smoke in the air on our floor although it's non-smoking place, inside of our room the smell of smoke also bothered, the window you can't open, so it bothers. The room is very small, the floor space is enough to place 3 mid size suitcases. The size of the bathroom is so small you barely stay above the toilet. It's ok , but you feel funny and uncomfortable. The electric outlets are convenient and fit all kind of plugs. There is no sound isolation from the hall, you feel like there is no entrance door to your room. The noise from outside doesn't bother. The bed is comfortable with clean sheets. The air con is quite and efficient. The Wi-fi connection keeps disconnecting and login and password are so complicated to re-enter. To hire a taxi on the street is not easy in the morning. The subway is far away. There are convenience stores near by and fast food both local and western. Hotel staff is friendly, the broken elevator was not a problem, they send porters to help us. So overall don't bee cheap and live closer to the activity with easy access to city's attractions like China Town or Orchard Road.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bayview Hotel Guam; City: Tumon Guam; Review: We stayed in this hotel for a couple of nights before we moved to Holiday Inn. Breakfast was not included, so we ate at McDonald's, which is located in 10 min walking distance. The room was large, the bed comfortable and wide enough for 3 people including 5 y.o. kid. All budget hotels we stayed in on Guam as well as Saipan are older, worn out with rusted faucets etc. It's located far from the beach, but close to the dining area and Duty Free Shop, which is really cheap comparing to main land, like Seoul. Wi-Fi was okay in the hotel. I tried with no luck to print out some of papers and realized there is no business centers in hotels on Guam, I checked several. So I found one copy center on the Marine Corps drive.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Mystays Ueno Inaricho; City: Taito Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: I like the hotel for it's location close to the subway, for small restaurants nearby to eat at night, there are more restaurants at Ueno station to have Japanese breakfast or Starbucks if you want. The Ueno station is within 10 min walking distance. Rooms are very little, clean, quiet. But beds are small, and short, for two people it is not big enough. A part of discomfort was our 4 y.o. kid sleeping with us in one bed. So may be it's okay. The midnight earthquake woke us up, but we felt safe. I would recommend this hotel, although my wife did not like it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pahuwayan Suites; City: Boracay Malay Aklan Province Panay Island Visayas; Review: We liked the hotel for it's large rooms, quiet invertible air con, balcony , comfortable bed. It's located on the beach, 20 meters from the sea. Wi-Fi is fast. Ask second floor , it's more private. Breakfast is simple, but cheap, takes about 20 min to fix, don't hesitate to eat there. The road to the hotel is rather narrow and confusing, but for the first time only, street lights are working, some paddles not to avoid, so beware. Dogs are careless. 10 min walking distance to White beach for dinner. The place is really boring and secluded. Personal is nice, but clean rooms on demand.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Namsan Hill Hotel; City: Seoul; Review: We loved it for it's price,it's so quite, it's within 5 min walking distance to the main road to hire a taxi. Taxi in Seoul are reasonable price wise. But it can take time for taxi driver to find it. We like new hotels, this one is new. Rooms are not too small , beds are very comfortable, but hard, if you don't like them hard. Personnel is smiling friendly people. The breakfast! Very basic , but the crab salad ! I literally was ashamed by the huge pieces of crab meat in it , luxurious! I recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo; City: Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Spacious rooms, comfortable beds. The hotel's location is far from metro. Atmosphere in the hotel is ... We just did not like it . The air was not fresh, stains on the carpet, worn our elevator. We used to stay at much nicer hotels in Japan, so this one was a disappointment. But overall it's a good hotel , but I recommend you to keep looking.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Piece Hostel Kyoto; City: Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture Kinki; Review: I loved the hostel, my wife did not like it (she doesn't like hostels). It's very clean, white, clean public bathrooms, non-smocking rooms, the air is fresh, the hotel is very quiet, beds are comfortable, beddings are clean , they provide extra pillows if you want (no charge), the breakfast is simple, but good, drinking water is available, it's getting crowded in the dining area , so get up early and be the first to come. Bikes for rent are available, I used one, nice run in the town. Wi-Fi is fast, Apple computers are available for public use downstairs. Booklets are available. Contras-the room is small, and an unstable little table is no help. As there is no regular cleaning you can find a lost sock left by former client under your bed. The hotel is within 5 min walking distance from the railroad station , but we got lost. Make sure you have the proper map, it's close, but at night we spent about an hour wondering around, people on streets did not know where is it. Take a cab, it's cheaper in Kyoto than in Tokyo to get to the hostel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samui Bayview Resort Spa; City: Chaweng Bophut Ko Samui Surat Thani Province; Review: One night we stayed in January 2015, the discount was 40 per cent , so we could afford a Delux room with two beds. The room is large, facing the ocean from a high cliff, the Sun is rising infront of your window. Clean, 6 swimming pools, water is so-so , but okay, brakfats is good, no customers , only about 10 in the whole unit, low rainy season on Koh Samui, we loved it. You must have a car or bike, there is a parking lot. Two shuttle buses one way a day to Chaweng. Extremely slow wi-fi. If you want to watch fireworks on New Year this is the perfect place. We like the hotel for it's view and quietness.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: P Chaweng Guest House; City: Bophut Ko Samui Surat Thani Province; Review: We stayed for a night paid 1200 Bath in a old smelly room facing parking. I stayed here before 6 years ago and unfortunately saw no improvement . The good think about the place it's not far from Central Festival, but to get to the sea you have to cross a road and another hotel's territory.Beach front hotels are overpriced , so may be it's a good choise. We checked Lamai beach and Mae Nam, same expensive story. ANd rememeber January is a rainy season, but who cares. Massage and food is cheaper though, cooking class is cheaper than on Phuket frm where we traveled from. Samui is a very homey place anyway, enjoy it! Awfully slow wi-fi.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Smile House; City: Rawai Phuket; Review: We stayed in this hotel in December just before Christmas and had a chance to share Christmas dinner. We spent 5 days there and were very pleased with the accomodation-spacious roms, large enough bed for two adults and a 5 y.o. kid. We had the cheapest room with no kitchen, if you want two bedrooms with two bathrooms and a kitchen full size , they have them. The hotel is located at the end of the road , so no traffic noise, it's really quiet, no roosters in the morning . The swimming pol is clean and good size you can really swim in it. The water doesn't smell bad. Breakfast is individually served, mostly of two choses American or English. The size of it good enough. You see the owner all the time , Michael greets you every time he sees you, a very friendly man. His right hand , a lady serves the breakfast and always smiles as well. We loved their sincere smiles , you feel like home. In rooms no bugs noticed, there is a water heater, working well. The location of the hotel is far from main beaches, the nearest you can swim is Nai Harn, a good 20 min drive, so Kata and Karon. There is a heavy traffic jam from the hotel lane toward Chalong circle. Villa Market (food market) is at Chalong circle as well, not far, if no traffic, 2 min drive. NO way to live there without a car, they have bikes and cars for rent. Choose a car(safe). Price for stay is very reasonable. I would recommend to stay here, but rent a car.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sugar Palm Residence; City: Talat Nuea Phuket Town Phuket; Review: We wanted the cheapest accommodation and found one. I like new condos , this one is really new! Two fast elevators, chip cards to open doors, 24 hours security, big protected from sun car parking, 25 meter swimming pool! Water is great, quality was checked every day, no smell, crystal clear water, you can really swim for a 1-2 kilometers every day. Gym good enough, restrooms next to the pool, showers outside. Water in the pool is rather cold, good for me though. Quiet. No roosters, a park for jogging next to it(ask for the pin code to open the back door in the fence. But in the morning you wake up with distant anthem performance. Rich people hooses next to it. You room is two rooms apartment, Kitchen area has only teapot. And a fridge and a sink. Enough for us to fix breakfast. They serve free breakfast in the lobby, but its only bananas, tangerines, toast and jam, instant coffee. So we used it once. Beds are only for two people , our 5 y.o kid was too much for it. The is a sofa in the dining room. Don't rely on it, it's the most small and uncomfortable sofa I saw in my life. You can't sit on it for long enough. Many TV channels, LCD TV.Balcony is good to dry your bath robes provided. A safe is included. Two new Dikon air-cons, in each room, silent. The location of the place is perfect if you want to go to Central Festival every day. But. There is a road construction , a massive one next to the Festival. Don't get lost. Use navigator! It takes forever to get to any of the beaches, but we liked the rides, you can go to any of them and that's good. Use a car. Or care for your eyes when drive a bike. Back to the hotel. They clean every day, there a garbage room on each floor you can use. Don't leave it at your door! wi-fi. Not in the room. Shame. You go to the pool area and enjoy it at a very fast speed. Or in the lobby. May be some people have it in the room when located near the pool, I am sure they do have it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel 81 Heritage; City: Singapore; Review: You have to walk to the nearest metro station good 15 minutes. But you can still get to downtown by foot. There is a Starbucks in 5 min walking distance . The hotel is clean , bed is comfortable , bathroom is spacious. The blinds make room a feeling of no window , but it's okay . The real issue is the AC. You can't control it from the room and it's get really cold. Complimentary water provided. Drink a lot and check the color of you urine for dehydration .); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: First Cabin Tsukiji; City: Tsukiji Chuo Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: This is my second stay in this hotel. I like it for its tidiness , close proximity to metro. Onsen included, a washer and drier $4. A bar downstairs. Spacious capsules, a safety bar to lock your luggage. Recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billabong Scuba Homestay; City: Pulau Mabul Semporna District Sabah; Review: I like the place and the company is fine. It's cheaper but you still live in a cabin , not in a dorm! No hot water, who cares! Mouse in the room, don't bring food in. Noise from electric power generator, it's everywhere on the island. No air con 6am to 6 pm, you are for diving here, bro and the fan is still working. Food is average, who cares, drinks are plenty . Is they have permit to Sipadan for you, don't hesitate. Tank air pressure 180-199-200, that's low. No nitrox. No 15 l tanks. Worn out equipment. I would recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Bunk Beds; City: Semporna Semporna District Sabah; Review: I had a very nice stay, cheap, clean, friendly, breakfast included, many restaurants around. Hot shower, no towels though, dorm style, good wi-fi. I recommend. Use ear plugs, no elevator, nice patio, view on the sea.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yubileinaya; City: Yuzhno Sakhalinsk Sakhalin Sakhalin Oblast Far Eastern District; Review: Clean and quiet, close proximity to Gorny Vozdukh, discount for skiers, spacius rooms, limited breakfast, good wifi. I always stay when visit Sakhalin here. Complimentary water and tea. They can store your luggage after check-out even if its bulky ski equipment.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu; City: Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu District West Coast Division Sabah; Review: I recommend the hotel for its central location, friendly front desk, spacious rooms, clean bathrooms, very good breakfasts, low prices. Contras? In my room on 7th floor the wifi signal was poor, so it kept disconnecting, sometimes you smell sewage , but keep the windows closed. Over all I would stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AZIMUT Hotel Vladivostok; City: Vladivostok Primorsky Krai Far Eastern District; Review: The best rooms are facing the sea, but they are pricey, breakfast is very good with many varieties of food, clean, spacious enough rooms with good wi-fi. Its located close to the beach walk and nice bars and restuarants. Absolutely quiet. Rooms are soundproof enough. I stayed there several times, but now prefer less expensive places in Vladivostok with same good location such as Sunrise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: PIERCE ME 3pcs 316L Surgical Steel Solid Barbell Tongue Rings 14G 5/8" Length; Brand: PIERCE ME; Review: good quality; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: VIV Collection Plain Long Basic Camisole Cami Cotton Tank Top w/Adjustable Spaghetti Straps; Brand: ; Review: Thin but the strap adjustments are in the front!! That is a huge plus for me. Most women would prefer this as an undershirt, you can see my nipples through the nude and especially light pink color.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bienvenu 2 Piece White Ankle Bracelet Crochet Anklets Barefoot Sandals Foot Jewelry; Brand: Bienvenu; Review: so cute...makes going barefoot stylish!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beachcoco Women's Maternity Wide/Straight Comfortable Pants Made in USA; Brand: Beachcoco; Review: Very comfy but thin, they weren't at first but after wearing and washing for a few months I had to wear nude undies.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Seasons Maternity Women's Straight Leg Woven Dress Pant; Brand: ; Review: Under belly pants are not for me! They rolled down and were generally uncomfortable as well as unflattering, creating a noticeable bump in the barely noticeable under belly "pudge". I don't think an increase in size would have been helpful, as they fit everywhere else and I'm not sure they would have stayed up. Sad too because they made my butt look the best out of all my maternity pants!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: DZT1968 Baby Girl Pearl Chiffon Foot Flower Shoes Barefoot Sandals; Brand: DZT1968; Review: My 2 y/o wears a size 7/8. These are the perfect length for her foot, so I wouldn't expect it to fit a newborn as depicted. But my girl is also a little Chunky and the ankle part stretched to accommodate her however there is not enough beads on the ankle part, there could be about 4 to 6 more beads and it would look much better. Or some beads could be removed from the toe part and the elastic shortened to make it fit an infant.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Silk Reflections Women's Lace Top Thigh High; Brand: ; Review: I'm 5 ft 2 and 180 lbs with thick thighs. I ordered size ef. They tights part fits perfectly but the top rolls down really badly and makes them unwearable.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Doll Maker Glitter Ballet Flat; Brand: The Doll Maker; Review: I bought these to match my daughter's birthday dress, which they absolutely do not but I loveeeee the color anyways. Was going to return but I think I'll keep them for fancy occasions; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Courtyard Houston Medical Center; City: Houston Texas; Review: Comfortable, really clean, and a professional staff combine to make this hotel a real value in a niche market. Lots of extras included in price--free WiFi, free parking & free shuttle service. Beds are extremely comfortable. Food offerings at breakfast at Bistro were all delicious, and some healthy choices, too. Love the calorie disclosures. They help!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Houston Marriott Energy Corridor; City: Houston Texas; Review: Hotel located on the West side of Houston right on 1-10. Pretty new, clean, well-maintained. Weekend rates are reasonable. Very comfortable beds. Nearby trail is a plus for those who want to exercise outdoors. We were in the area for a high school graduation, and had three rooms. Everyone in our group raved about the hotel, especially the value for the price. Also appreciated was the climate control on a hot summer day in humid Houston. Cool & comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Breaux Bridge Lafayette Area; City: Breaux Bridge Louisiana; Review: The staff here wrote the book on NICE. They go way out of their way to accommodate guests. The hotel is a little older, but it is well maintained. Clean. It is their people who elevate this property. Doesn't hurt that this makes a great stop over on 1-10. Some of the best cajun food in the world is nearby. The exercise room needs updating. Other than that, it's a great choice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Honor Motel; City: Honor Benzie County Michigan; Review: Very clean with accommodating staff, Honor Motel is a good choice in a limited market. If you plan a visit to the spectacular Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, you won't find an abundance of options. This place is solid, well maintained. Beautiful landscaping. No bathtub in my room, so if this matters to you (it does matter to me) then ask. Staff will go out of their way to help from scotch taping my road map to providing extra coffee for the in room coffee maker.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gibbs Farm; City: Ngorongoro Conservation Area Arusha Region; Review: Our safari group stopped here for lunch on our way to Ngorongoro Crater. Delicious, true farm to table. Lots of organic vegetables. Especially loved the spinach torte. A walk around the grounds was stunning. Beautiful, romantic spot. If I am lucky enough to return one day, I will definitely stay in one of the cozy cabins.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Bend; City: Bend Central Oregon Oregon; Review: Property is well maintained in Old Mill area. Staff generally helpful. Breakfast items need improvement as well as replenishing. Had to ask for more fruit & eggs on two separate occasions. Was my first visit to Bend. While the pricing was attractive compared to downtown, I will stay downtown next time even at much higher pricing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel Spa Rosa; City: Begur Costa Brava Province of Girona Catalonia; Review: Excellent value for money, rooms modern and comfortable and staff very very helpful. Breakfast in the hotel restaurant was a highlight. Its central position makes it easy to get to everything with great tapas restaurants close by.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Xenones Filotera; City: Imerovigli Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: After some initial disappointment with the rooms not matching the website and distance between our two rooms our family of 6 (four kids 6 to 14 years old) had a really great week. We loved the amazing views, great menu and elevated location a bit out of Imerovigli (quiet and lovely sea breezes) but close enough to walk into town and bus anywhere. The bar/restaurant staff really made it a great trip with Joanna particularly being attentive, fun and helpful and Steve doing a great job at breakfast. Reception staff were not as good and seemed superficial in doing the minimum they had to to give a perception of service but it didn't detract from the stay. We would go back either as a couple or a family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Amira Istanbul; City: Istanbul; Review: Lovely quiet rooms with the best staff we have ever found at a hotel (and particularly the two ladies on reception) located close to everything. Highlights were the introduction to Istanbul we got on arrival, help in finding kid friendly ways to experience Istanbul (we have 4 kids from 6 to 14 years old), great afternoon tea and breakfast included in our room rate. We moved to Amira from another hotel close by after its qualities were grossly exaggerated in some questionable Trip Advisor reviews. Amira were wonderful. We will definitely return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Chateau De Bellefontaine; City: Bayeux Calvados Basse Normandie Normandy; Review: Great manor house style hotel in lovely quiet garden setting 10 min walk from train station and 10 min walk from town. Very comfortable rooms and beds and lovely staff that were extremely helpful. Restaurant was nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hotel du Parc; City: Crans Montana Canton of Valais Swiss Alps; Review: Spent new years here. A$500 per night felt very expensive but so is everything in Switzerland. Beds very comfortable and rooms comfortable, Views from all rooms, good breakfast and easy walk down the driveway into town. Amazing views of fireworks for new years eve. All up a good place to stay.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Au Logis des Remparts; City: Saint Emilion Gironde Nouvelle Aquitaine; Review: Stayed 3 nights during when it was >37C every day. Room was quiet and cool, air con worked well. Loved the rear garden/pool/courtyard. Will definately bring the family back. Position ideal at the top of town. Everything within easy reach and tourist office easy to get to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Darwin; City: Darwin Top End Northern Territory; Review: Stayed at three hotels in Darwin including Argus Hotel, Oaks Elan and this one, While not the newest hotel in Darwin this was the best for kids as hotel was in a great central location, rooms while old had good beds and good views, pool was big (others were tiny) and hotel restaurant with a wide and affordable range of food. I stayed with two of my boys aged 2 and 12. I will come back to this but not the others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amari Phuket; City: Patong Kathu Phuket; Review: Family of 6 (kids 10, 13, 15, 17 years old). Great hotel for everyone with 2 good large pools, great day spa and excellent restaurants. It was been well maintained with room updates keeping it contemporary. Also great being out of Patong but only 3-5 mins away by taxi so we could get there easily if we wished to. We will come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Hotel Hannover City; City: Hannover Lower Saxony; Review: 8 nights for business. Really great experience. Staff were excellent, rooms very comfortable (air con), restaurant very good with great tree covered courtyard cafe, I just loved the bike rental but its not advertised anywhere so ask. Location is simply the best - stole across the street to lovely lakes and parks and short walk (200m) into town. I'll be back in a few weeks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley; City: Windsor Hawkesbury Valley Blue Mountains New South Wales; Review: Stayed 5 nights in Jan. 42degrees outside and air con was great - a real savior! Rooms spacious with great beds and amenities. Food was great and reasonably priced. Staff really good and went out of their way to help. Would happily stay again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Thunderbird Motel; City: Yass New South Wales; Review: Stopped over from Melbourne to Sydney perfect being 6hrs from Melb leaving only 3.5hrs the next day. Comfortable, updated large rooms with great staff and really helpful front desk. Great restaurant. We will come back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Relativity: The Special and the General Theory (Penguin Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Albert Einstein Page; Review: Long on my list of must-reads, I finally got this for myself. After hearing a lifetime of comments and reviews about these theories, it is a good thing to go straight to the source. The roots of relativity are suprisingly simple and may be understood through the thought experiments described within. It is also enjoyable to try to decipher Einstein's personality a bit by reading between the lines.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs; Author: Zahi Hawass; Review: Excellent book. The photos are great. I wish there were more of the old B&W photos from the tomb opening. One defect: two pages were stuck together in a quarter-sized spot which damaged both pages when they were separated.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: No Ordinary Day (The Extraordinary Days) (Volume 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Polly Becks Page; Review: I received an advanced copy of this work directly from the author. To be honest I wasn't expecting to like it, based on my guess of the style, but I nevertheless did enjoy it! The author knows how to move a plot along and provides enough just enough of a 'cliffhanger' in each chapter to make putting the book down difficult. Character development is good, primarily for Lucy and Alex, or Ace as he calls himself. I really enjoyed Ace's character and dialog. His clarity of thought and action are special as are his reactions to the various situations that he confronts. It's clear from the beginning (at least to me it was) that these two, Lucy and Ace, are going to get together somehow, sometime. The tension and release of their relationship is well crafted and satisfying. I was disappointed that the shadowy figures mentioned in the opening were not exposed and explained but then realized that this book is the first in a series; there has to be something to look forward to! Speaking of looking forward, I read the included excerpt from the next book in the series and found to my surprise a completely different setting and all new characters. It has a strong beginning leaving me with questions about this second book, and with questions about the eventual overlap or intersection with the story in No Ordinary Day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MONDAY'S CHILD: Fair of Face (The Extraordinary Days) (Volume 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Polly Becks Page; Review: I liked it. Again, this work is not of a genre that I usually choose but having read the first book in the series... Actually, the teaser at the end of the first book was sufficient to make me want to continue the series. Now I see how the structure of the series was envisioned. A clever idea. I enjoyed the plot - the search for a missing person and the unfolding of the story from that perspective works for me. The ease with which the location of Briony is discovered is unrealistic, but moves the plot along. Also, the couple of surprise revelations near the end were one too many although, again, I can see how they were used to tie up the story. Of course, it's easy to predict the eventual pairing of the two main characters but the tension along the way was well constructed and satisfying. Overall, this is a work of light reading, moves along easily, and resolves nicely. I enjoyed the Adirondack history-and-fact lessons which permeate the book from almost the first page to the last. I have to say again that the idea that ties the series together is a good one, leading the reader from one book in the series to the next. And beyond that the still unresolved mystery that opened the first book sets up an overarching puzzle that, I presume, will be resolved at the end of the series. I'm looking forward to it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TransAtlantic: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Colum McCann Page; Review: I went with 5 stars. Maybe it should be 4, or 4 and a half. Tolstoy it's not, but it's a really good book. I started the book 'blind' not knowing what to expect and, after the opening long chapter in which I, by the way, learned for the first time about Brown and Alcock, I was distressed to see the 2nd chapter start out with all new characters and unrelated plot - or so it seemed. To start over and get into a whole new story is a lot of work. But because the first chapter, a complete story in itself by the way, was so good, I forged ahead. "Ahead" is a relative term however as the long chapters jump back and forth in time. It is curious that the author chose this device as it threw me for a loop until the connection(s) finally hit me. But it was a very nice "aha!" moment, I have to say. The overall layout, the connection through time of the chapters, is well constructed and well thought out. But even more impressive is the sheer amount of detail. We know the author was not present to witness the events he writes about so we conclude he has one or likely both of the following qualities: a masterful imagination and a dedication to intense research. And it's the detail that really puts one in the middle of the action. Two negatives that could have pushed the rating down: I felt the author himself was anxious to finish the book as the wind-up seems rushed; not bad, but less compelling than the first two thirds or so. Second, I am not a fan of replacing sentences with phrases. Too abrupt. Leads to ambiguity. Wonder about the reason. Setting a trend? Make a mark. Buck the standard. Not necessary. A little distracting. See what I mean?; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TUESDAY'S CHILD: Full of Grace (The Extraordinary Days) (Volume 3); Author: Visit Amazon's Polly Becks Page; Review: Liked it. I am hooked now and there's no turning back. The author has a certain way of setting up 'clues' or tensions and, without fail, resolves them in a satisfactory manner. There are no loose ends. In fact this is one of the hooks that leads me to the next book in the series: the clues about the overarching mystery WILL be resolved, I know it. Just as I know I will have to read the entire series to achieve closure. Bring on Wednesday!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Modern Classics Outsider (Penguin Modern Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Albert Camus Page; Review: Really like this book. When I finished it, I started over again immediately.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Helen Fielding Page; Review: It's a light-hearted, fast-paced book with some plot twists using somewhat developed characters.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lord Jim (New School Classics); Author: Joseph Conrad; Review: I read this book long ago and gave it two stars. I thought at the time that it was really two books sort of sutured together at the nearly exact halfway point of the finished novel. It is written in a sophisticated style, somewhat challenging to decipher and is populated with a number of characters and stories which had a tendency at the time, for me, to take focus away from crucial plot elements. In the meantime, recently, I saw the 1965 movie, with Peter O'Toole as Jim, and realized for the first time, to my embarrassment, the over-arching theme that ties the whole thing together. As a direct result of the movie, I picked up and re-read Lord Jim. I have upped my rating to 4 stars from 2 as, this time through, I was able to follow the thread of Jim's dilemma cleanly from start to finish. And I have to say that Conrad does a good job. He is wordy - very wordy, and, IMHO, unnecessarily so. I believe he is verbose to the point of distraction. Also, I could sympathize with those that say Jim, during his morose moping and depressed state, should have been slapped across the face and told to "Snap out of it!" This would make for a shorter novel, but perhaps a more realistic one! This time, however, armed with the theme, which the movie makes clear, of trust - Jim's mistrust of himself, and the almost pathological need of Jim to instill trust in others - I could easily enjoy the plot and follow it nicely to the end, where Jim willingly puts his own existence on the line in order to follow through with his iron-clad promise to himself not to morally falter again, as he had done early on in his career.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chaos: Making a New Science; Author: Visit Amazon's James Gleick Page; Review: Okay, the background information is nice but, let's face it, it's the pictures that makes this book. ---------- I have re-read this work after many years. I like it more than I did then and have added a star. The included pictures (and lots more) are now available on the internet. The background personages through which the emergence of Chaos as a science is told have, for the most part, now taken their place in history, somehow making it more interesting to me. I find that the number of different characters is the main drawback. It's hard to keep each person in mind as to their personality, history, quirks, and contributions.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Six Easy Pieces: Essentials Of Physics Explained By Its Most Brilliant Teacher (Helix Book); Author: Visit Amazon's Richard P. Feynman Page; Review: Interesting book, not so much for the physics content, which is dated, but for the insight into a highly regarded man. Perhaps I am missing something though as I don't seem to be sufficiently in awe of Feynman. He reminds me a lot of one or two of the physics professors I knew in school: quirky and verbose. The book contains edited transcripts of some of Feynman's lectures from the early sixties. Again, his method, on paper at least, does not inspire. I don't doubt however that his enthusiasm and passion in person may have made up for whatever else he lacked in communication and teaching skills. I did enjoy the introduction and prefaces.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Illustrated "A Brief History of Time" and "The Universe in a Nutshell"; Author: Stephen W. Hawking; Review: I re-read this book after watching the recent movie "The Theory of Everything" and will leave the stars at 4. Hawking covers a LOT of ground in here and he is not kidding about the brief part. What I like the best about it is, not the science (although I do like that part), how his personality comes through. One gets a sense of his earnestness, his openness, and his genuine desire to figure out universal truths.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Black Holes and Baby Universes and Other Essays; Author: Stephen W. Hawking; Review: A very interesting work which shows the evolution of Hawking's thinking over the years since Brief History was published. Three chapters are especially good: the first two, which are biographical and the last one, which is a transcript of his appearance on Desert Island Discs, a British radio program.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Theory of Everything; Author: Stephen W. Hawking; Review: This book contains a series of lectures by Hawking. Publications by or about Hawking and his ideas will have some overlap of content, and this book is no exception. While it is good to have Hawking's lectures in writing, we find ourselves at the mercy of the editor who's job it is to make sure transcriptions are faithful. Unfortunately, there are two instances where large numbers are misrepresented. One, for example, shows the number "1,019" instead of 10 to the 19th power, which clearly makes more sense. A novice inquirer into cosmology may be misled by these typos.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Universe in a Nutshell; Author: Stephen Hawking; Review: I re-read this book after watching the recent movie "The Theory of Everything" and will leave the stars at 4. Hawking covers a LOT of ground in here and he is not kidding about the brief part. What I like the best about it is, not the science (although I do like that part), how his personality comes through. One gets a sense of his earnestness, his openness, and his genuine desire to figure out universal truths.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broken Genius: The Rise and Fall of William Shockley, Creator of the Electronic Age (Macmillan Science); Author: J. Shurkin; Review: I have been asked, of my reviews of biographies, am I reviewing the book? - or the person? Good question. I answer that I am reviewing primarily the person via the lens of the book and I think this is as it should be. The execution of the biography itself - the creation and editing of the text, the selection and inclusion of photos and graphics, and the rest of the mechanics of producing a volume - may cloud or distort the image of the subject that the reader takes away and in this regard we suggest that the potential for a negative effect outweighs any positive. The ideal situation is one in which the reader is left with a clear understanding of the important facts of the subject's life without the book becoming a nuisance to itself. As to this work, Broken Genius, we have for the most part, a competent work. There are only a handful of places where the text is ambiguous. I was primarily interested in the development of the transistor and was mildly stunned that the oft-repeated mantra that the team of three, Shockley, Bardeen, and Brattain, were the co-inventors is false. Shockley was the team leader, yes, but B & B were the hands-on team that made it happen. The idea that Shockley couldn't stomach being left out of the announcement, photo ops and follow-on hype was a surprise. His name does not appear on the patent for the first transistor, but if you google the topic, there he is in every picture and is credited with the other two as an equal. His personality "quirks" (this may not be a strong enough word, but I don't want to go as far as "defects") were very interesting, but not surprising. He had unusual parents, an unusual upbringing, and, coupled with a bright (not genius-level by the way, as the book points out and the title contradicts) intellect, he turned out to be an opinionated, argumentative, competitive person. He lacked some common sense, however, as well as some social graces and these deficiencies hurt him in the long run. I wish there had been more pictures and a bit more about the transistor breakthrough, but the internet makes up for this lack.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Universe from Flat Earth to Quasar; Author: Visit Amazon's Isaac Asimov Page; Review: Here is an old book (1966) that is still worth reading, for the most part. The first third is absolutely rock solid and informative for anyone interested in how we know what we know about the universe. The second third gets into a little too much detail, in my opinion, about, for example, the various classifications and properties of stars. The last third shows the age of the book and is hopelessly dated and obsolete. There is simply too much new information out there today to say this third is anything more than a historical curiosity. Asimov is a logical thinker and good writer.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stephen Hawking's Universe; Author: Visit Amazon's John Boslough Page; Review: This review is based on a re-reading of this 1985 book. Mr. Boslough has done a good job of putting together a short (150 pages), readable, and fast-paced overview of Hawking the person and the physics concepts associated with him. Because of the compact format, many, if not most, of the concepts are described too briefly for my taste although they remain interesting and flow logically enough. Recent observations and advances in cosmology have necessarily given this book an outdated feel. However, a person with a casual interest in the subject should be able to follow along easily and gain insights into Hawking's cerebral world of physics, thereby attaining a starting point for further study. I found a couple annoying typos, but only a couple.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Samuel Johnson: The Struggle; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeffrey Meyers Page; Review: The great Doctor is an interesting character, to say the very least. I am tempted to seek and read Boswell's book as a follow-up. The trials that Johnson endured during childhood must have bolstered his constitution; he lived, with all his medical and psychological issues to the then very ripe old age of 75. The book describes vividly the conditions of life in London, the Midlands, and elsewhere and, believe me, the degree of improvement in social conditions that most of enjoy today cannot be overstated. Johnson is filled with contradictions and, true to his own self-reflection, could and sometimes did argue both side of an issue, apparently enjoying argumentation in itself. I noticed that he contradicted himself on some important issues later in life but had no problem making seemingly solid arguments to justify, or rationalize, his actions and beliefs. Author Meyers warns us up front that he does not take a strictly chronological view; he uses a thematic approach which can put the reader, me at least, into some confusion over dates and biographical sequence. But the approach works well after all. There is a degree of repetition of quotes which I found slightly annoying. But, since there is only a finite amount of source material extant, this repetition is understandable and acceptable. Indeed, it gives the reader a chance to really absorb some of Johnson's more memorable experiences and sayings.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The New World of Mr Tompkins: George Gamow's Classic Mr Tompkins in Paperback; Author: Russell Gamow; Review: A very enjoyable book. I don't much care for the 'love story' subplot, but I guess the author figured he must 'dumb down' the topics to appeal more to a general readership. The parts about the effects of increasing Planck's constant and about shrinking the size of the universe were my favorites. The (too detailed) discussion of all the varieties of subatomic particles and forces, not so much.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chaplin: A Life; Author: Stephen Weissman; Review: This is not a traditional biography in that the author tries to psychoanalyze Chaplin after the fact using his films and other historical records for input. It is not especially well-written, leaving me confused in a couple spots. Also the book takes its sweet time chronicling Chaplin's childhood on up to about 1914 and then in just a relatively few pages speeds disappointingly in fast-forward to the end. The pictures are fascinating - I wish there were more. (And of course there are oodles on the internet, along with many of his films.) As to Chaplin himself: I don't get it. I don't understand how he became wildly and iconically successful. That's the reason I selected this book in the first place - to find out more about the man and his work. The reports I've always heard of Chaplin and his films use words such as 'genius', 'comedic master', 'wildly innovative', 'among the greatest if not THE greatest films ever' and more. Now, I've seen his trademark 'walk' or waddle, and a lot has been made of it, but it does nothing for me. I've seen several of the his short films and aside from a couple giggles at the gratuitous Three-Stooges-like violence, nothing. Nevertheless, it cannot be denied that he supplied something that audiences around the world liked and liked very much indeed. I have to assume that the something special had to be appreciated in its time and the mysterious something simply does not translate well into the 21st century.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Lee Lewis: His Own Story; Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Bragg Page; Review: It feels like I ought to give this book more stars but I can't. The book is interesting and JLL himself even more interesting but this is not great literature. I can imagine someone who did not live through the bulk of the years that this book spans awarding it even fewer stars. Mr. Bragg does a workmanlike job putting it all together but the editing quality is spotty. There is a real benefit in having the internet handy during the reading of His Own Story to listen to the songs, even the familiar ones, against the background the book provides. This works out real well. [When oh when is someone going to incorporate a media device right in the the hardcover of a volume so that the referential material is right there, at the ready? Am I going to actually have to get up off this couch and do it myself?] There are even recorded conversations and interviews available that dovetail nicely with the narrative. Oh, and the pictures included in the book are great. As far as Mr. Lewis himself, I would have to say that he comes off as talented, yes, but also angry, arrogant, rebellious to the point of lunacy, and itchin' for a fight his whole life long. He, according to what I read, at no time felt an obligation to respect restrictions, limits, or laws and, as a "free range" citizen [my term], these pesky notions simply do not apply to him. In the sweeping panorama of Rock and Roll he places himself first, Elvis second, and all the rest below. Now, wait a minute... I am no huge Elvis fan, but I do recognize his contribution as a talented innovator, his vocal gift, and his wide appeal. JLL seems to me to be the first head-shaking punk rocker, appealing to a smaller segment of listeners, at least during the time of the release and airplay of his first three hits. He is aggressive, looks angry, and potentially violent. And, if you read the book, you will see that the violence is not all of the potential variety. He did settle down slightly after time and self-abuse took its toll. He was, however, first to turn the piano into a Rock and Roll instrument and he did put on many exciting shows. He even incorporated his signature kick-back of the piano bench in his very first TV appearance. As an aside, trashing instruments has never appealed to me nor does it signify 'talent' in my mind. It may, however, signify deeper issues. Speaking of talent, I will say again that the man is talented. I like a number of his tunes and the way he can make a song 'his'. I wonder though how his talent would have manifested itself if he'd had a different upbringing, one that allowed his creativity to blossom while his rough edges not so much. Probably we would never have heard of him, but I wonder... Back to talent, 'playing' the piano with one's shoe or boot, or elbow, or rear; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Where'd You Go, Bernadette; Author: Visit Amazon's Maria Semple Page; Review: I would have never picked up this book or given it a second glance in a bookstore or online. But looking for something to read one day, I see that someone in the household has purchased it and it is sitting right there on the bookshelf. I liked it. This is a good book. It's adult material, and fairly explicit, but the story is good, moves right along, and is interesting. Several characters are well-developed and relatable. Did I mention it's funny too? There are quite a few funny situations and even a small number of laugh-out-loud passages. The scope of the work is larger than I expected, believably ending up in Antarctica. The author did a good job organizing the narrative. As disjointed as it first seems, there is a logical explanation for the layout and it is explained near the end by one of the characters. One sticky point: the bit about the change of heart of the neighbor who, in the end, becomes a strong supporter of our heroine, doesn't ring true. Possible, yes. Probable, no. Overall tho' - liked it. A fun read!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania; Author: Visit Amazon's Erik Larson Page; Review: I enjoy Larson's books. His research is impeccable and this book in particular is well documented with extensive notes at the end. There are two modes of enjoyment with Larson - learning about the events and people he has researched, and following the threads of the character's lives as the plot flows along. As I said in an earlier review of one of his works, I can't wait to see what he decides to write next.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Little Paris Bookshop; Author: Visit Amazon's Nina George Page; Review: A real good book. I wanted to give it 5 stars but just can't. Tolstoy it's not, but it's real good. The story itself is well-crafted with a strong flow and powerful resolution. There are just the right number of surprises and several funny incidents. I am struck by the number of emotional states that hit home with me even though, if we can believe the book jacket, the author is a young woman. I wish the idea of 'literary medicine' were a bit more developed - it's a good one. Ms. George has included quite a number of modern references and language. Speaking of which, perhaps I should take away a star or two from myself for not being comfortable with the very few occurrences of vulgar language. Is it just me or is there a more tasteful way to achieve the same story ends? Probably me. About two thirds of the way through, the traveling party meets an eccentric book lady. I can't say more without revealing spoilers, but I will say that I didn't buy into her character. It seems weak. In the big picture however, I enjoyed this book and the journey that it takes one on. The primary male characters and the interleaved story of the primary female characters are compelling.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The White Lioness; Author: Visit Amazon's Henning Mankell Page; Review: This is an interesting complex read. The prologue talks about racial and political issues in South Africa and for that reason I almost passed the book by. But, being on vacation and having no other books than what were in the rental house, I forged ahead. The plot setup in the first chapter is good. And within just a few more chapters, I was hooked. The story is a long and complicated one, and the reader is carried along with each new development although our hero, Wallander, is sometimes left behind. Wallander is a good cop, but an unlikely one in my view. He is certainly not a hardened city detective such as I imagine would be found in downtown Detroit or Chicago. He's got a vulnerability that is somewhat disconcerting. But he is relentless in his investigation and nearly flawless in his logic. The plot is complex, as I mentioned, and new characters are introduced periodically even partway through the last section of the book. It's not entirely clear why this is so. For example, the rather late introduction of the second black assassin seems to me to be forced. We don't have anything like the character development for him as we did for the first one. The plot ends with a satisfying neatness - no loose ends and only a few questions. The author does a very good job of creating an interesting scenario in a realistic world. I can imagine him working out the plot developments on a large sheet of paper with circles and lines and arrows connecting dates with events.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Road Dogs: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Elmore Leonard Page; Review: This book fits in nicely with the current entertainment culture today. Perhaps the author has his sights set on selling more movie rights ala Get Shorty. If you are titillated by the inner workings of criminal low-lifes, if you want to update your gutter vocabulary, if you want to see a world where there are no heroes or good guys, then this book is for you. Even the protagonist, if the word applies, is a career criminal and manipulator of people. The author puts together an improbable plot with a small handful of characters. The plot moves right along and the book is an easy and quick read. Aside from the obvious allure of a movie-rights payoff, I am intrigued and puzzled as to the source of Mr. Leonard's apparent fascination with Hollywood. Further, his seemingly insider's knowledge of a seamy world populated by amoral people raises disturbing questions about the source of such knowledge.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Fell to Earth; Author: Visit Amazon's Walter Tevis Page; Review: I am tempted to give 5 stars and would agree to 4.5 if it were possible. This review is based on multiple readings of this book. I read it first as a youngster in the mid-60s and loved it; read it again as a mid-20s adult and just finished it again today. It was and remains a novel idea, well-transformed into a short and interesting read. Tevis does a great job of capturing his reader from the start with the fascinating tale of an all-too-human visitor from Mars. The book is populated with a small set of characters of which only two, maybe three if we include Betty Joe (but that's a stretch), are developed to any real extent. However, for my taste, it's enough. The interaction of Bryce and Newton, from beginning to end, is handled very well. The changes in Newton, both physical and mental, as the plot unfolds, however, is the real story drawing the reader ever onward to the sad end. The religious overtones which, by the way, are more than simply hinted at, could have been developed to a greater degree, in my view. The same goes for the barely touched-on link between humans and Martians at some much earlier time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stories of Anton Chekhov; Author: Visit Amazon's Anton Chekhov Page; Review: This volume contains 30 short stories. Some a few pages long, others a few tens of pages. The stories are drawn from and tightly woven into the fabric of life in Russia near the end of the 19th century. Through the first nine I found them somewhat interesting and quirky, nothing more. But then, out of the blue, comes the strikingly misnamed "A Boring Story." This is a mature work and well done. The main character, the professor, is drawn wonderfully. His, the professor's, description of how he executes and controls his lectures was a delightful surprise and rings exactly true. This one story alone justifies the price of the book. However, there are a few others that stand out. "Ward No. 6" is one, and although predictable, is a good read. Another that hit home with me is "The Lady with the Little Dog." This one (and, to be sure, many of the others, but this one especially) confirms my theory that human nature is unchanging over historical time. Congratulations are due to the husband and wife translation team; the stories read well, the notes are informative and helpful.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spies: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Frayn Page; Review: Although a slow-starter, this work, an enjoyable short read, picks up the pace after about the first third and races on from there. The author really captures, for me, some of the state of mind of childhood. As much as he denies, in the course of the unfolding story, having clear memories of his youth, he certainly does indeed have a close communion with his child-self's state of mind. And if the 'memories' of adventures, fantasies, and feelings are, in the end, just literary constructions, then Mr. Frayn has the uncanny ability to re-create the machinations of the pre-adolescent mind. I was slightly thrown off, at the beginning, by the gimmick of referring to himself in the third person, but later came to accept and appreciate this technique. For, after all, we are not who we were once, eh? He uses a cliffhanger, can't-put-it-down, style at most of the chapter endings, and it works.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robinson Crusoe; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel Defoe Page; Review: A fabulous and absorbing book, very well executed by Defoe. I have read this work a small number of times, and my appreciation only grows. Some people have the gift to be able to create a believable storyline filled with (mostly) credible details; Defoe is one, Dumas is another. The text is enhanced by the inclusion of numerous truisms and insights that are as valid today as the day they were written. It is a pleasure to imagine myself in the same position of Crusoe and how I would respond.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: The Lost Symbol (Dan Brown); Author: Dan Brown (Author); Review: This insipid book was painful to finish. The research assistants were charged with finding as much Masonic history as possible, along with a summary or overview of ancient religious symbols to which Dan pasted an incredulous screenplay of a plot. REFUND owed!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vengeance: A Novel (Quirke); Author: Visit Amazon's Benjamin Black Page; Review: This Irish novel is certainly well-written but is a'small story' with a predictable plot. He is becoming too formulaic, too pat.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Golden Egg (Guido Brunetti); Author: Visit Amazon's Donna Leon Page; Review: The mystery took a back seat to the always insightful dialogue and beautiful window on contemorary Venetian life warts and all.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All the Summer Girls: A Novel (P.S.); Author: Visit Amazon's Meg Donohue Page; Review: that was exceptionally written. The story consists of 3 principal female characters who have been friends forever. The 4th character, AVALON, is beautiful beach town with significant connections to the friends upbringing. Avalon is palpable in the exquisite writing of this 'beach book' which does not actually need to be read at the beach in order to be enjoyed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inferno; Author: Visit Amazon's Dan Brown Page; Review: What a waste of talent and Dante's Inferno! The only redeeming aspect of this research heavy book was the time spent in describing the beautiful and historic buildings of Florence, at times the book felt like a travelogue.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: How to Eat a Cupcake: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Meg Donohue Page; Review: This is an incredibly well-written yarn about two women who reconnect after many years and how they deal with the past as well as an ongoing mystery. All of this is set the always descriptive locale of San Francisco--a very worthwhile read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bloomsday Dead: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Adrian McKinty Page; Review: Although the plot has certain gaps the action is non-stop and credible. The lead characters are really defined and you can't help identify with his conflicted desire to make amends as well as see an old girlfriend who now happens to be the violent head of the ny Irish mob. A real page turner...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cold Cold Ground: A Detective Sean Duffy Novel (The Troubles Trilogy, Book 1)(Sean Duffy Thrillers); Author: Visit Amazon's Adrian McKinty Page; Review: Wonderfully written, compelling story and spot on dialogue. ..All set in exotic Northern Ireland! I'm waiting for more from Adrian McKinty; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Cuckoo's Calling (Cormoran Strike); Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Galbraith Page; Review: And a good but not unusual story very well written. The private Eye and his temporary Secretary are genuinely likeable people to build a series on.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Namesake: A Commissario Alec Blume Novel (The Alec Blume Novels); Author: Visit Amazon's Conor Fitzgerald Page; Review: more a lecture on italian drug gangs than a novel; very forced and unbelievable ending; a step down from his prior books; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Midnight in Europe; Author: ; Review: This is one of Furst's slowest moving books, a little like watching paint dry. The plot, such as there is, involves purchasing arms for the communist side in the Spanish Civil war.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In the Morning I'll Be Gone: A Detective Sean Duffy Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Adrian McKinty Page; Review: But a little long on coincidences. The writing is top notch,though, and inspector Duffy always makes you think. A very fast read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Whistler; Author: Visit Amazon's John Grisham Page; Review: Another novel written on auto-pilot or by committee. Mostly cardboard characters dropped into an unbelievable plot. Save your money; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Every Wild Heart: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Meg Donohue Page; Review: Heartwarming story of mother/daughter relationship. Beautifully written and compelling with a great subplot involving horses and horseback riding. Don't miss it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Thirst: A Harry Hole Novel (Harry Hole Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Jo Nesbo Page; Review: Gruesome character, somewhat formulaic plot took away overall success of this 'Hole' story.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death in August: Book One (Inspector Bordelli); Author: Visit Amazon's Marco Vichi Page; Review: Not worth your time. Unbelievable murder that goes awry but solved in an ex cathedral manner. Not worth investing in; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Feminine Rosette Knit Beret Hat & Scarf Set; Brand: ; Review: This just came in the mail today and I'm in love with it! They're so soft and comfortable! I can't wait for the weather to get colder so I can wear these more often. Will definitely consider buying similar ones for my friends; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Top Moda Pack-72 boots; Brand: Top Moda; Review: I had originally ordered 8.5 because I normally wear 8, but reading the reviews more and more, I cancelled the original and instead ordered a 9. I'm glad I did, because these came in today and they fit just right. Not much room for my toes to move around, but it fits just enough so they it don't pinch my toes. I love how they look and I'm really hoping they last because I love these boots. If I could've I might have ordered even a half size more just to have a bit more room for thicker socks and more toe room, but oh well. I'm overall very satisfied with these; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Allegra K Women Long Sleeve Drawstring Hoodie Hooded Sweatshirts Tunic Tops; Brand: Allegra K; Review: I'm 17, 5"7 and 150 pounds. I ordered a US 4 and it just came in. I was worried that I might have ordered a bit small, but it fits perfectly! The neck doesn't go as low as the one in the picture does, which I'm glad it doesn't (personal preference).It's very comfortable and the hood fits nicely over my head, and I don't have the smallest head. I can't wait to wear this out!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Uchiha Family Adult Hoodie; Brand: TV / Film hoodies; Review: I absolutely love this hoodie! It came in a week after I ordered it, just in time for the end of the manga. It fits great and is nice and warm. The only thing that surprised me was a little slit inside the pouch pocket. You'll only notice it if you always keep your hands in your pockets like I do. I think it's for headphones or something like that? Tr slit it obviously done on purpose and it's not really a big deal. I love it and gave already recur bed compliments around campus for it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nintendo Zelda Shield 3D Backpack 16 x 19in; Brand: Legend of Zelda; Review: Bought this for my friend's birthday and she absolutely loved it. The size is nice and it feels sturdy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SISIDI Women's Folding Bow Tie Bow Ties - Various Colors; Brand: SISIDI; Review: Color and fabric exactly as expected. Made for a nice cosplay accessory; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HDE Women Hair Wig [32" Long Straight] for Anime Cosplay Halloween Party Costume; Brand: HDE; Review: Very thick and heavy, but I was able to make it into what I needed. I was cosplaying Kurenai Yuuhi from Naruto and even though that's not what I originally bought this wig for, I was able to cut and layer the hair to make a nice cosplay wig that I got some nice compliments on; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Remedios Automatic Open Transparent Clear Bubble Dome Umbrella with Color Trim; Brand: Remedios; Review: I've gotten many compliments on this umbrella. It's nice to see the rain coming down around you without getting wet; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samtree Women's Vintage 1950s Halter Dress,Picnic Party Floral Rockabilly Swing Sundress; Brand: Samtree; Review: Bought this dress for a summer wedding. It fit nicely and was very comfortable. I removed the trim from the bottom and the length was still great. It did wrinkle easily, though, so make sure to iron it before wearing; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: PUMA Men's Drift Cat 6 Ferrari Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: Great price and wear is minimal and they are easy to care for...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Drift Cat 6 SF Flash Motorsport Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I have 9 pair of these in different colors and they all fit and feel great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Drift Cat 6 SF Flash Motorsport Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I have 9 pair of these in different colors and they all fit and feel great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Drift Cat 6 NM Lace-Up Fashion Sneaker; Brand: ; Review: I have now 6 different color pair of these same DRIFT CAT 6 and love them all..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Victorious Men's Skinny Fit Color Stretch; Brand: Victorious; Review: LOVE LOVE LOVE ALL OF MINE; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ferrari Waist Bag; Brand: Ferrari; Review: Love this Great quality bag..It holds up well and stays in place and is very well made..worth every cent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Men's Osu NM Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I like them I just don't love them....I hate the Velcro on the sides of 2 of the straps ...they don't look right if they're not perfect inline with the others and the Velcro pulls and pics at my clothes which I hate... They fit right but just annoying...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Calvin Klein Men's Cotton Classics Multipack Briefs; Brand: ; Review: Great fit; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 2(X)IST Men's Cotton Stretch Jock Strap Multipack; Brand: ; Review: great fit; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Music City Hostel; City: Nashville Davidson County Tennessee; Review: We booked a room in the hostel the day before arrival, and the owner said he was full but could put us in his "overflow" accommodation, which was a big caravan. We agreed and booked it, without taking a deposit, to arrive shortly after 1, when our bus got in. We got to the hostel at 1.45, by which time he had already given our room to someone else as he told us we were "too late". His plan was then to sleep us in a tent, but when he realised he would have to buy one he told us we would be sleeping in his shed instead, and he would clean it out! We first agreed as this was the only hostel in Nashville, but when we looked later on we realised it was the bag storage shed, everyone had access, and "cleaning it" involved placing 2 single mattressess on top of each other (for 2 of us to sleep on), with lots of dirty bikes on one side, no linen or blankets, no light and no way to lock ourselves in against those wanting to store bags. The worst part was that HE thought he was doing us a favour by letting us sleep in there! The owner appears to be one of the greediest men ever, especially as he still wanted full dorm room rate for placing us in the shed! Other facilities are also useless, such as a kitchen so small you can fit one person at a time in it. Basically, never consider staying here. We found a cheap hotel just round the corner and stayed there instead - there's plenty.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Zalagh Kasbah Hotel and Spa; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: Stayed for a week during January, so experienced hotel at its quietest. The hotel itself is very nice, good styling, comfy beds, good size pool (but not heated so very cold). Staff are courteous and do try to go the extra mile to make sure that guests are satisfied - even down to having a dedicated guy to go round the pool laying towels on the sunbeds. The location is slightly off, the area is nice enough with good views, but not too much to do in the area. There is a free bus into town, but this doesn't really run enough and is generally full. Food - breakfast is exceptional, must try the pancakes and the orange juice (which is as fresh as it gets). Very continental though so don't expect a fry up! Dinner comes in two forms, buffet when the hotel is busy and set menu when quiet. The buffet is adequate but nothing special. Set menus are an option of 1 thing, you can make requests, but the food is very good on this. Drinks slightly overpriced compared to the rest of Marrakech, but as expected for a hotel. There was an enforced gratuity charge at the end of the week, around £3 per meal, which I think is quite cheeky (no option not to give means it's essentially a hidden cost of staying in the hotel). Never had problems with getting ill from the food. Cleanliness in the hotel is good, everything was scrubbed during our week's stay. Rooms are a bit of an issue with soundproofing, can hear every word several rooms down and through the entire corridor, did cause a few hours sleeplessness each night listening to other guests. Didn't try the spa, not well advertised there. There was a music bar advertised as being open every night, but this was permanently shut. Hotel also has free wifi and a couple of computers, but internet is painfully slow. Overall - a good hotel, reasonably priced, but I do think that there's probably better places in Marrakech to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mill Hotel; City: Sudbury Babergh District Suffolk East Anglia England; Review: The hotel's communal areas are very smart, however rooms can vary. Some can be tired, but do have plenty of character, whilst rooms in the annexe areas are large and comfortable (especially the beds). The restaurant and bar has a large and distinguished old wheel in it (hence the name of the hotel) which does help to add character. Service generally is very good, although on check-in the receptionist did bleed all over my documents, without even an apology or attempt to wipe off. Urgh. Breakfasts are awesome; parking plentiful and free; there is also free Wifi, although don't plan any heavy use as this is snail-speed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chrispy World; City: Kolymbari Platanias Chania Prefecture Crete; Review: This is an excellent value hotel overall, the key points are: 1. Location. The village is out of the way but having seen the chaos of the larger resorts this shouldn't be complained about. We hired a car for the week which did help a lot, but reception would arrange any tours and there was also public transport. It's down a side road so is difficult to find, but there is plenty of parking. The beach is very close by but is quite pebbly, however the views are great and there is a taverna very close to the beach which offers loungers etc. 2. Food. Exceptional overall! There is a very wide choice of food, all very fresh and full of flavour, and a huge choice of salads and local cheeses etc. There is also chips with every lunch and dinner for anyone not too adventurous! Pudding selection is limited but very tasty also. No dodgy tummies throughout the stay either. Hours of service are very long so queues aren't bad, and a snack bar runs outside these times. We arrived late at night so service had finished, but we were pleased to find a cold selection plate in the room, which was a nice touch. 3. Rooms. We had one of the basic rooms, which was adequate at best. There is a fridge and tv, air con, and a decent shower, but the beds are strictly twin (wide sides so can't push together as a couple), and very hard mattresses made these uncomfortable, but the hotel provides two fleecy blankets which we put under the sheets as mattress toppers, improved the situation no end. Room was very clean also and no sign of unwanted bugs. We were away from the pool area where the bar is so it was very quiet, but I can imagine issues with noise if we were near the bar. There are higher spec rooms available which might be an improvement, but ultimately if you spend more than just your sleeping hours in the room when here, you are missing out! 4. All inclusive. We stayed under this option, and there is a great selection of drinks offered under this, including three different cocktails each night (all quite alcoholic!), wine, beer, brandy etc, plus all the usual soft drinks and juices. Very good all round. In addition, when going on a day tour, you can request a packed lunch, which is very comprehensive and tasty. 5. Other facilities. The three pools are very nice and warm, restaurant is clean and well maintained, the staff work very long hours and are very friendly (plus all appear to be German rather than Greek?!). There is also a minimart on site, a jacuzzi and sauna, football courts and a volleyball/basketball area. Entertainment runs throughout the day and there is some on a night time, including a mini-disco for kids every night (unfortunately we still have the songs in our heads!) and a magic show, but the staff definitely don't pressure you to join in if you don't want. There are; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coral Inn Yeppoon; City: Yeppoon Queensland; Review: We dropped into this hostel for one night to break a journey, but with the enthusiasm of the owners for the Yeppoon area we wish we had stayed longer. Rooms are immaculate, clean, comfy and absolutely uniquely decorated, which adds to the atmosphere. The kitchen is very well equipped with modern appliances and every utensil under the sun, as is the shared lounge area with lots of TV choice. There are pets on site including birds, but these are very quiet and complement the overall atmosphere of the hotel - as does the small on site beach with hammock (a lovely quaint touch!). Owners can't do enough to help and advise, and pointed us towards some nice things to do in our short time in the local area. The location is a reasonable walk from the beach and local shops, but this does help to keep it quiet and away from any revellers or downsides to any town centre living. Plenty of free parking out the front too. Only downside is that they ask you to write down full credit card details when you check in for security. Absolutely understand this, but no idea where these details are now and how secure they are - change this procedure to something better and this hostel would be absolutely perfect. Thanks for the awesome stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amuri Sands Aitutaki; City: Aitutaki Southern Cook Islands; Review: We arrived to be greeted by Mark, who gave us both a beautiful neck ei and a free ride to the accommodation, pointing out various locations on the island and giving us tips on what to do, where to eat etc for the next week. On arriving at the cabins the area was very well kept, functional and tidy cabins with lovely balcony to watch the lagoon from, Mark also sorted us out with complimentary snorkels, which we used every day to snorkel just a few paces from the cabin, extraordinary sea life so close to shore. Overall the cabins are equipped to a solidly good standard, how you interpret this all depends on what you want from a holiday - one thing though is that you certainly don't feel that you're missing anything whilst you're here. There is everything that you need in the cabins, excellent solar showers, rain water facilities, well equipped kitchen and fridge which is great to slice up the fresh island fruits, good privacy from the road and your neighbours, all at a great price. There are certainly more luxurious places on the island, but as most of these cost for a night what you pay here for a week, and you still have the same views, if you want opulent luxury then go pay for it at one of the big resorts! This on the other hand is wonderfully private, 2 cabins, very personal, and the views... the balcony looks out onto the west side of the island and has a phenomenal sunset view each evening, which you do not get at the more expensive resorts on the east side of the island, nor at any but the most expensive beachfront cabins on the west. Throughout our stay Mark was wonderful, on hand at regular times to give advice on anything we needed, yet not in an intrusive fashion - a very difficult balance to strike so kudos. He even gave us coconut husking lessons! The location of Amuri Sands is great, striking a balance between the snorkelling and the views with not being too far out of town. We hired bikes for the week and it was more than easy enough to get into the 'town' for food (although note the availability of food can be a little hit and miss in true island style!). We did go to a couple of the 'resort' locations to use their internet facilities, these were nearby but these hotels felt very impersonal and clinical in comparison to Mark, which reinforced our feeling that we had made the right choice of place to stay. We also utilised the services of Mark's friend Poppy to arrange our wedding on the island (who we found through the Amuri Sands website), and Mark extended his hospitality to being a witness and skilled photographer for this also. Poppy did a great job at a great price, all went to plan and she was always helpful when we were emailing daft questions in advance of the big day. She selected the location based on; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Welcome Hotel Lambafell; City: Skogar South Region; Review: This was our second stay at Lambafell, and unfortunately it didn't match up to the first. The hotel is visually impressive, large rooms, very warm and spotlessly clean, good views and with a really good hot tub, however otherwise it has a list of negatives. We stayed in a downstairs room this time, just off the main area, and it was NOISY. People came and left at all hours, talking in the lobby, came straight through into our room; we also had a stampede of people in the room above us throughout the night presumably looking for aurora but constantly marching around their room so keeping us awake - there is just no sound proofing between the floorboards so everything creaks loudly! Presumably if you're staying on the upper floor these problems go away. The other main problem is the staff. Like other Welcome branded hotels (we inadvertently stayed in a couple of others on our trip) they operate a self check in system, much to the bemusement of everybody. There was a guy there, but his main role seemed to be browsing the internet on the communal computer, and we saw him greet new arrivals by directing them to the self check in phone helpline, rather than just taking them to the rooms and giving them the key. A very odd setup and, for those whose first impressions of the place this was, undermines the other positives of the place. Breakfast was reasonable, served in a small area so with the number of people in the the hotel could easily get cramped. The location is a little remote so dinner could be an issue, one night we drove 30km to the nearest town to get food! Overall we weren't too disgruntled with this as we paid a very good price for what we got. However, we have seen this at much higher prices normally, and if we had paid those rates we would be extremely disappointed with the value that we got in return. Lambafell - don't undervalue customer service, please improve this and it will improve your hotel no end!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Guesthouse Nordheimar; City: Selfoss South Region; Review: This was booked last minute as our plans changed, and what a great choice! This is a true homestay and you share the host's living areas, with the interior areas large and beautifully finished. Best of all, there is a sauna attached to the bathroom and a brilliant hot tub outside. The owners are fantastically friendly and endeavour to look after you at all times, ranging from checking on your coffee needs to offering breakfast at any time to suit you. Always up for a chat too, and very passionate about their lovely Norwegian forest cats! The house is a convenient distance from Selfoss and the coast, where there are plenty of facilities and restaurants. Views from the house are good, across the large flat plainlands, and nice and dark for aurora spotting!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kirkjuhvoll Guesthouse; City: Akranes West Region; Review: This place is a lovely little guesthouse. Rooms are very tastefully decorated, great size, and very toasty; it is shared bathrooms but there are enough and they are of a good and very clean standard. The location is very central within Akranes, but there are still nice ocean views and the place is very peaceful other than local wildlife in the morning. The owner was very pleasant and provided an excellent breakfast at our requested time, and also helped with advice on where to explore. The only downside was check in - this isn't a manned guesthouse so you need to call to ask her to let you in. Unfortunately this isn't made clear on the booking websites, nor is it signed when you arrive. After a long drive and in high winds and rain it wasn't ideal to be hunting around in the dark trying to find check in instructions! However, don't let this put you off what is otherwise a brilliant place at much better standards than you find in Reykjavik for equivalent prices.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maldron Hotel Belfast International Airport; City: Belfast Northern Ireland; Review: Handy location next to the airport. Rooms on the small side and a little dated, but the heating makes the rooms ridiculously warm with windows that barely open, leading to an uncomfortable sleepless night - wouldn't want to stay more than one night really.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Agriturismo il Porcellino; City: Verona Province of Verona Veneto; Review: Simply put, this is one of the best B&B stays you will ever find. It is in one of the most amazing locations, high in the hills overlooking Verona - which makes for a fantastically peaceful stay and great city views in an evening. However, the best part is how caring the staff are, and the sheer quality of the food; Fulvio and his team want to make sure you are happy with everything, and took time to give us a history and picture tour of the local area over a super breakfast of local meats and jams. We also had an evening meal here which was sublime, and at a really good price - along with some excellent (and cheap) local wines. Again all served with true care. Rooms are very modern yet traditional, impeccably clean and with good balconies and comfy beds. I cannot recommend this place highly enough! Thank you to the team, and we hope to be back one day... One note of caution though - the sat nav has a habit of taking you the "interesting" way - by which I mean up a narrow and near vertical mountain path with bends that can only be taken in a 4x4. If the tarmac runs out (and by run out I mean was never there and you're driving over cobbles and through an olive grove) then TURN AROUND! Head to the south of the hill and it should find another way up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ducan; City: Monstein Davos Canton of Graubunden Swiss Alps; Review: This is a gem amongst traditional alpine lodges in the area, and a world away from the chaos of Davos centre. Traditional wood features throughout, lovely big and warm rooms, with a friendly atmosphere backed by historical photos showing the history of the property and area. There is a free sauna and relaxation area too out the back, which is very welcome after a hard days exploring or on the slopes! We didn't eat here other than breakfast, but this was sensational with a brilliant selection of local ham, cheese, and some of the best jams ever. 5 minutes from the hotel through the village are some lovely walking tracks through the woodland and out into pure Alpine nature - the flip side is you probably do need a car to stay here otherwise you might be a bit isolated! Hope to be back soon!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Banff Avenue B B; City: Banff Banff National Park Alberta; Review: We've travelled extensively, so have plenty of experience to justify the title! First, the B&B. Rooms are of decent, but not excessive, size, with good bathrooms and reasonably comfortable beds - each bedroom has its own personality too (we had the Hemingway). There is a very large communal area (by which I mean it is Connie & Jamie's too) which you're free to use. But having said that, it's all good and very clean but none of this is what makes the place so special, so why choose this? It's the people - the owners are absolutely delightful, some of the most beautiful people you will meet and have the pleasure of spending some of your holiday with. Both Connie & Jamie take the time to get to know you, share their house with you, give you local hints & tips on where to go, lend their bear spray, answer daft questions (yes, we had plenty!) and feed us the most amazing breakfasts! On the breakfast note, I should say that you, as a guest, need to be the "right" sort of person to stay here - if your idea of a holiday is to keep yourself to yourself and not have new experiences, then staying here is probably not for you. But if you're open and willing, then sharing breakfast with the other guests (and hosts), as well as occasional mingling at other times, will really enhance your experience infinitely beyond what a hotel can offer. There's only three rooms in total too, so no more than 2 other couples at any one time to handle - and if you're like us you might even bump into them up in Jasper too! (See L&K below.) Breakfasts themselves are tasty, large, and varied each day. In terms of the location, the B&B is very handy for the town centre - 5 minutes walk - and on a main road, but is also very quiet (although you'll hear an occasional toot of a freight train making its way into town!) and has ample parking, so is absolutely ideal. The B&B has one further bonus - its history, and Jamie's book incorporating that history. There are a few books around the house which are well-written, personal, and absolutely worth a read, and make sure you ask for the 25c tour to see the fireplaces and integrate yourself with a local legend! The only minor shortfall was the free wifi which was quite slow and had a tendency to drop, but this caused no problems; if you're the sort of person who needs this for more than 30 seconds a day then a trip to the Canadian Rockies is simply not for you! Overall, we left feeling that we had received so much more than we had paid for, which is clear evidence of brilliant service. Hopefully one day we will return to Banff, and get to stay here a second time, but until then thank you Connie & Jamie!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Juniper House; City: Jasper Jasper National Park Alberta; Review: Juniper House is a very good base for Jasper, being close to the centre. The B&B has parking and is easy to find. Cooper the dog (and his owners Jennifer and Brent) are really friendly hosts (although expect a little barking each time you come back - from Cooper of course!) and Jennifer spent quite a bit of time at check-in giving us local hints and tips, which were really appreciated - we followed a couple of cracking ones. The rooms themselves (we had the Queen) are in the basement and are well lit and spotlessly clean; there is free tea and coffee, the shower is fantastically powerful, and the bed is extremely comfortable. Overall, very large room size too so lots of room to spread out if you're here more than a couple of nights. The two rooms have a private entrance so it's easy to come and go. Great and very fast wifi. The main thing to note about this B&B is that it's missing the second B - breakfast. We knew this so it wasn't a problem, but you do need to plan ahead. Bear in mind that this is more an apartment rental or homestay than it is a B&B, but equally in Jasper it's very rare to find somewhere like this that does breakfast. Thank you for having us here Jennifer!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City Residence Apartment Hotel; City: Kosice Kosice Region; Review: We had a really excellent stay here, which definitely surpassed our expectations. Our "room" was more like a second house in size, excellent specification, exceptionally clean, very well soundproofed too. We had breakfast in our room each morning and this was delivered like silver service, really tasty and very filling. The location is good, just outside the centre but handy for bus routes to get around. Staff were around 24/7 (handy for our late check in) and were helpful in advising on what to do, and also arranged airport transfers. A fab hotel!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: North Aurora Guesthouse; City: Laugar Northeast Region; Review: This was a very homely stay with Bryndis and Jón. The rooms are spotlessly clean, and although bathrooms are shared they too are spotless and more than enough to go around (3 between the 4 rooms). Breakfast was fantastic with great waffles and homemade jams, plus selection of tea and biscuits available the rest of the day. We used the kitchen which was very well stocked with utensils, although the house is a 2 minute walk from restaurant and grocery store. Bryndis was very interesting to talk to which made breakfast time even better! A great stay overall.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guesthouse Himnasvalir; City: Varmahlid Northwest Region; Review: Really pleasant stay here. Rooms very large and clean, extremely friendly owner Johann was keen to speak about the area. Good breakfast and lovely dog! The house overlooks a beautiful valley and feels very relaxing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: The Barnwell Inn; City: Cooperstown Otsego New York; Review: We stayed here last July and I have been remiss in submitting a review for Barnwell but did want to share the positive experience we had. Tara and Mark are wonderful hosts and did everything they could to make us feel welcome and at home. The yellow room we stayed in had the most comfortable bed and the location couldn't be beat. Tara also gave us good recommendations on restaurants and things to do. We really enjoyed Ommegan brewery and the opera. Mark makes the most awesome breakfast with plenty to eat and the grits were absolutely the best we have ever had. We will certanly be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harbour House Hotel; City: Niagara on the Lake Ontario; Review: We spent a weekend at NOTL to attend a play at the Shaw. We found Harbour House via tripadvisor and were not disappointed. The lobby was welcoming with a nice fireplace for a homey feel. The breakfast buffet had a wide variety of excellent choices and the wait staff were great. The hotel also offers a free shuttle to wherever you need to go and pickup. The rooms were large and the beds very comfortable. Would highly recommend for a weekend getaway or longer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cannery Pier Hotel; City: Astoria Oregon; Review: Everything about the hotel was perfect. Highly recommended. Every room has a view of the inlet and bridge and the amenities are impeccable. Breakfast was very good with lots of choices. They also offer free in-town dinner transportation in an antique car.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Youngberg Hill; City: McMinnville Oregon; Review: We had the good fortune of staying here during our Oregon vacation. What a treat it was to stay in a winery. So tranquil and relaxing with great wine tasting to boot. The breakfast Becky made was so amazing and filled us up for a day of wine tasting. Definitely will return if ever in the area again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mazama Village Motor Inn; City: Crater Lake National Park Oregon; Review: Beware the rooms are not air conditioned. Basic cabin amenities and absolutely no frills. Our door knob broke off and the room had no conditioner. Crater lake itself was a 12 min drive uphill. The room was clean and the bed comfortable but we were there on a hot humid night and suffered.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Columbia Cliff Villas Hotel; City: Hood River Oregon; Review: Spent 2 nights during our Oregon vacation. Rooms are big, modern and very comfortable. Some units have river views while others face I-84. Since this is not a true hotel you won't find amenities such as restaurant, bar, lobby or pool but many eateries nearby. We liked everything about our stay but had to upgrade to not face the highway which is literally right next door.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oia Mare Villas; City: Oia Santorini Cyclades South Aegean; Review: Recently stayed 4 nights and found the hotel to be very conveniently located and the staff provided excellent service. Depending on where you are you will also get some spectacular sunsets. We were not as happy with the general lack of ammenities that came in the room and the quality of the breakfasts. Same limited choices for 4 straight days. Otherwise a very reasonably priced option with spectacular views in Oia.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inn on the Alameda; City: Santa Fe New Mexico; Review: We recently stayed here for an extended weekend and enjoyed every aspect of the facility. The room and the grounds were well kept, the service by every member of the staff was first-class, and breakfast every morning was scrumptious. The inn is close to the square yet located in a quiet part of town. The reason for my 4 and not a 5 is we wished your had a pool. Thank you Christina for a most wonderful stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Auberge Saint Antoine; City: Quebec City Quebec; Review: We recently had an amazing stay at Auberge St-Antoine. The staff were friendly and welcoming, the bed was incredibly comfortable, the room was beautifully appointed, the concierge was extremely courteous and helpful, and everything just went perfectly. We also dined at the hotel restaurant, Panache, which is listed under a separate review and I can say it is the best restaurant in Quebec.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel de l Abbaye Saint Germain; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: My wife and I stayed here during out recent 2-week trip to France. We couldn't have found a more perfect spot being so close to Saint Germain and everything else, and yet in a quiet neighborhood of Saint Germain. Room was well appointed, good size and they had a lovely lounge and outdoor garden where you could simply contemplate or enjoy an aperitif. They also booked some nice restaurants for us. Thank you for a lovely stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Diderot; City: Chinon Indre et Loire Centre Val de Loire; Review: We stayed 2 nights during our recent trip through France. We found the hotel to be full of charm and warmth we were seeking. Located away from town it provided a quiet and tranquil setting with a lovely garden but close enough to be within a short walking distance to the town square. Breakfast was fresh with assortment of breads, jam, cheese, yogurt and juices. Plenty of free parking outside the gates if you don't want to pay to park. The hosts were very friendly and helpful and set us up for a wonderful meal in town. Even during a hot spell the room was cool with the fan on. Overall a great stay and we highly recommend the place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Hotel Des Remparts; City: Beaune Cote d Or Bourgogne Franche Comte; Review: Despite the weird layout the hotel was very nice as the exceptional service nicely complimented the functional rooms. The hotel owners and staff were always available to assist us in any way including there delicious French breakfast. Although none of the rooms have the same layouts each room has a spacious bathroom, a decent size sleeping area, and nice windows that allow a breeze which kept our room clean. Because it is located within the old wall it is within walking distance to all of the sites.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Oberland; City: Lauterbrunnen Jungfrau Region Bernese Oberland Canton of Bern; Review: Our stay at the Oberland was very enjoyable. Our room consisted of two twins and a set of bunk beds even though there was just the two of us. The room also had a large bathroom, a small balcony, and amazing views from the surrounding valley. One of my favorite features was the bed in which you could raise up the back part of the mattress like a hospital bed for maximum comfort. Also, if you are going to eat at the hotel order the signature Swiss cheese fondue as it is really delicious.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Tilsitt Etoile Paris; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: The hotel staff was friendly and accompanying of us "fish out of water" Americans and they always had great suggestions for close by restaurants. For Paris the rooms were a decent size, but the rest of the hotel seemed to be a little cramped and only one of the rooms on the front side had a usable balcony. There was good wifi, a/c, and breakfast that enhanced the value of our stay. Even though the hotel was nice the best part is its central location as it is a short walk to the Arc De Triumph, the Champ de Lise, and the Charles de Gaulle metro station which is a metro hub. Would definitely recommend the hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Serenissima; City: Venice Veneto; Review: This centrally hotel is in the perfect location being a few blocks from San Marco without having the large amount of foot traffic outside the windows. The rooms are nice with their windows and large bathroom, and as an American, it was nice to have an enclosed shower in our room. The good breakfast and attentive service adds to the homeyness of the hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dharma Style Hotel; City: Rome Lazio; Review: The hotel is located to Republica which also features a metro stop. The rooms are of average size and the beds are comfortable. There are effective air conditioning units and the bathroom was nice and being an American it felt "normal". The breakfast is okay but lacks variety, but luckily there is a delicious gelato place that has large portions around the corner from the hotel. Also there is free wifi in the rooms.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Villa Il Crocicchio; City: Reggello Tuscany; Review: We stayed at this hotel for two nights and we enjoyed every aspect of it. After a long day of sightseeing in Florence it was nice to take a swim in their pool and then enjoy a nice Italian dinner. We stayed out in one of units in the disconnected buildings and we had two twins and a nice loft area. The room had air conditioning but the wifi didn't reach our room. The breakfast was pretty good, but the hot chocolate from the fancy, electric coffee machine was very delicious.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Richfield; City: Richfield Ohio; Review: We just stayed here because we were passing through and needed somewhere to stay for the night. We arrived around midnight and they were still multiple people to help us at the front desk. The rooms were fine with a/c and the bed's were a little hard. Breakfast complimentary and was fairly typical for a free hotel breakfast, it wasn't anything special. This isn't a hotel I would spend a few days at, but rather a place to spend a night at during a road trip.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Chicago North Shore Evanston; City: Evanston Illinois; Review: This hotel was perfectly located, just a short walk to the Northwestern campus and a short walk to the L train. The rooms were clean and functional. The only complaint was that breakfast was not included and it costed $12 a person. We decided to go to the bagel place down the street.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: K K Hotel Opera; City: Budapest Central Hungary; Review: The rooms won't blow you away, but they are comfortable enough for the limited time you spend in the room during your busy days touring Budapest. Obviously the best feature of the hotel is its location next to Budapest's world class opera house (which you should definitely tour) and very close to the line 1 metro stop. We stayed for a long weekend in June and got a very good price of around $115 a night for a standard room with two twin beds. The hotel had a very good breakfast spread which compared more closely to American hotels than the typical European bread and cheese spread. There are a lot of good dining options near the hotel with our personal favorite being an Italian restaurant called A Presto that is on the other side of the opera house from the hotel and is a good place for a quick and delicious meal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Patchwork Dreams (The Amish of Seymour); Author: Laura Hilton; Review: Really enjoyed this view of Amish life. It's a little different from the typical Amish reading. Looking forward to more from Laura Hilton.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Your Happily Ever After; Author: Visit Amazon's Dieter F. Uchtdorf Page; Review: Anything by Dieter F. Uchtdorf is worth reading. This book is especially helpful to the young women of the world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Night with a Rock Star; Author: Chana L. Keefer; Review: "One Night with a Rock Star" is a modern day fairy tale. Refreshingly clean and fun. Not too syrupy sweet, just right.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eleanor & Park; Author: Visit Amazon's Rainbow Rowell Page; Review: Honestly, I was totally into this book and the characters until the very last page. At that point I was just disappointed. I imagine others might love it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dancing Master; Author: Visit Amazon's Julie Klassen Page; Review: I so thoroughly enjoy all of Julie Klassen's books. This one did not disappoint. I loved it and anxiously await the next one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Divergent; Author: Visit Amazon's Veronica Roth Page; Review: This book was harder for me to follow than Insurgent but I like where the series is going. I look forward to reading Allegiant.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shattered Rose (Winsor Series) (Volume 1); Author: T L Gray; Review: I found so many parallels to my life in this book. I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to read it. I feel like I could benefit by following some of the examples used to overcome long-time obstacles of my life.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shackled Lily (Winsor); Author: T.L. Gray; Review: I read Shattered Rose and really enjoyed it but didn't think. I would have anything in common with Issy, the spoiled rich girl, so I wasn't planning to read Shackled Lily. I am so glad that I changed my mind. I was able to relate to Issy and I love her story. Looking forward to Jake's story in the next book. There are several typos, but not enough to make it too distracting.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden (Sisters of the Heart, Book 1); Author: Visit Amazon's Shelley Shepard Gray Page; Review: I love the contrast of worldly relationships verses a Godly one. Shelly Shepard Gray is an inspiration to me in my daily walk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Ways Home (Love that Counts); Author: Visit Amazon's Sondra Kraak Page; Review: I enjoy Sondra Kraak's writing style. It's clean, fun, and humorous. If you like historic fiction with a bit of romance you will enjoy her books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rhett & Link's Book of Mythicality: A Field Guide to Curiosity, Creativity, and Tomfoolery; Author: Visit Amazon's Rhett McLaughlin Page; Review: I bought this for my son. He is not a reader, but he really wanted this book. Its actually very interesting and we have all enjoyed hearing about the stories. My son loves it! Thank you, Rhett & Link for your hours of clean entertainment!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mayflower Bride: Daughters of the Mayflower - Book 1; Author: Visit Amazon's Kimberley Woodhouse Page; Review: Oh my Goodness! This could be a lovely book, but Im so tired of reading her name. Six syllables for the main characters name is really taking away from the rest of the content. I cannot wait to be done.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Omni Severin Hotel; City: Indianapolis Indiana; Review: I have stayed at the Omni several times previously, but on this trip, my husband and I chose it as the hotel we and our wedding party would stay at along with a block for wedding guests. I can not say enough fantastic things about the service and staff at the Omni. From the initial contact and booking of our room block, the sales staff was professional and quickly responsive to our questions and to deliver a contract. Our questions were always rapidly answered and we were given a very fair rate for our guests. My husband and I each stayed in suites the night before our wedding, and a bellhop even waited with me while they rapidly cleaned my suite to assist me in getting my luggage and dress up to the suite without my fiancé seeing it before the wedding. The day of the wedding they were very helpful letting up vendors and helping to set up so we could get our hair and makeup done. The old hotel is a beautiful backdrop for getting ready and first look photos. Lastly, on our last day in town, my husband and I checked our baggage with the bellhop to run some errands before flying home to Washington. When we returned and got our things, we realized on the way to the airport that my husband's suits had been left in the bellhop room. We called the hotel and they quickly dispatched someone in a car to meet us at the airport with the suits! Amazing service from start to finish by the staff of the Omni. You all helped to make our wedding week nothing short of magical and stress free and we can't thank you enough! The only downside (and it was very small!) was the Severin sports bar had a funny/rotten sort of smell while we were there, but we just avoided going there after our first night to avoid the smell. Otherwise the service and overall experience was fantastic! Thanks so much for making our week fantastic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Muscat; City: Muscat Muscat Governorate; Review: The Crowne Plaza was the location of a conference my husband and I attended. It is in a beautiful location on the beach and has amazing sunsets and sunrises. The pool and restaurants are beautiful and have views of the sea. The basic rooms are a bit small, but well appointed and have the basics you need. The rooms may need a bit of an update but are clean, and have all the necessities. The restaurants serve wonderful food and the alcohol and other beverages are reasonably priced. An excellent location to stay for a work conference!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rubens at the Palace; City: London England; Review: My husband and I traveled through Europe for our first anniversary and our first stop was in London. We stayed at The Rubens for 4 nights. The location was perfect as it was a short 5-7 minute walk to Victoria station, a 5 minute walk to Buckingham Palace, and close to many great restaurants. The staff was lovely and incredibly welcoming and friendly. One evening we had cocktails in the hotel bar and I forgot my scarf on the chair. Within minutes of returning to our room, there was a knock at the door with a helpful staff member who was returning my scarf before I even realized I had misplaced it. The rooms are cozy but well appointed and perfect for a first time stay in London!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel La Bourdonnais; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: My husband and I traveled to Paris for our 1st wedding anniversary and stayed at La Boudonnais. The hotel staff was wonderful and even treated us to a half bottle of champagne in our room upon arrival. The room was comfortable, well-appointed, and a 2 minute walk to the Ecole Militaire metro station. It was a less than 10 minute walk to the Eiffel tower and near some fabulous restaurants! Our room had a stunning view of the eiffel tower as well. The service was fantastic and the gentleman at the front desk recommended a fantastic location for our anniversary dinner overlooking the Eiffel Tower and made reservations for us as well. Highly recommend this wonderful hotel!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sebastian s; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: My husband and I had our last stop in Amsterdam during a 5 city tour of Europe for our anniversary. We stayed at Sebastian's and were impressed by the excellent service, modern and updated hotel, and in an excellent location. The location feels like it is in an intimate neighborhood, walking distance from many wonderful sites and the Central train station. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: S.W.A.T. (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Toolbox Murders (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Girls Will Be Girls (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Grudge (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Madhouse (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Testosterone (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Devil's Backbone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saw (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jaws (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Nine to Five (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard 2: Die Harder (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rosemary's Baby (1968); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Look Who's Talking (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: When Harry Met Sally (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 10 Things I Hate About You (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Wizard of Oz: Collector's Edition (1939); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: War Games (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Elizabeth (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The King and I (1956); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Officer and a Gentleman (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bowling for Columbine (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bonnie and Clyde (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best in Show (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trading Places (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Underworld (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Edward Scissorhands (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: To Kill a Mockingbird (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gremlins (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Bride (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stand by Me (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phenomenon (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seven (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ice Age (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost World (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Returns (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fifth Element (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Pie 2 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road Trip (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 21 Grams (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hairspray (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alive (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Baby (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hot Chick (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coming to America (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Animal House (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Lost Boys: Special Edition (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blazing Saddles (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never Been Kissed (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The First Wives Club (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What a Girl Wants (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 12 Monkeys (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hannibal (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: School Ties (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dazed and Confused (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Daddy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friday the 13th (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Replacements (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Singer (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Face/Off (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Exorcist (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Me (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Fair Lady: Special Edition (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carrie (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade: Trinity (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Phantom of the Opera: Special Edition (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Frailty (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 200 American (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Trip (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eddie Izzard: Circle (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Education (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Far from Heaven (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Dragon (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Latter Days (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Two Thousand Maniacs (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Close My Eyes (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: House of Wax (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Logitech Harmony 550 Universal Remote Control (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Logitech; Review: Got a great deal from Dagco/Amazon.com and arrived in 2 days! Took about 20 minutes to set up. It works PERFECTLY & looks GREAT! PLUS it's ergonomically comfortable to use and light - did I mention it looks GREAT?! The software does all programming work LITERALLY. Now instead of 6 remotes on my coffee table It's just the great looking 550. I couldn't justify spending $150+ for a remote even after spending thousands on my system but for under $100 YOU CAN'T BEAT IT! To be honest it was the appearance of the 550 that initially sold me. The Macro Programming via the Activities Button controls every component flawlessly and in sequence - you just have to keep it pointed at your components. Any misstep that may occur is EASILY resolved by going directly thru the DEVICE button. I'm very particular with my toys and noticed that all the buttons I use on ALL the regular remotes are featured on the 550 for EVERY component. So, instead of manipulating several remotes I easily navigate all my components with this ONE. The ULTIMATE finishing touch for my higher end system.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer AVIC-F700BT In-Dash Navigation Audio Receiver with CD Playback and Advanced Voice Controls; Brand: Pioneer; Review: Debated between AVIC700 and 900 and ultimately decided on AVIC-F700BT. I have about 17 movies already on my IPOD (gotta love MP4 and Digital Copy) and did NOT want to carry around ANY DVD's in my collection due to bad memories of damaged CD's. Also didn't need MSN Direct. So W/ AVIC700BT being $200 cheaper (on Amazon) than 900 - 700 was clear winner. Self-Installed entire new sound system in my 01 Maxima starting w/ AVIC700. Lucked out and found a double-din dash kit locally that completely matched my Maxima interior. Fit n'Finish is good: A- grade. Only mod done was Parking break HARDWARE mod (didn't want to brick this using any shady software mod). This thing is cool! It has bugs yes (some very annoying) but overall FABULOUS product for price. POSITIVES: 1. MOVIE PLAYBACK IS AWESOME THRU IPOD & AVIC! Sound and picture darn good for being in the vehicle! Matrix Reloaded, Mr&Mrs Smith, Vanilla Sky all looked and sounded great on 5.8" screen and system. 2. Runs on Windows for doing MODs! 3. The Voice recognition works better than expected. Recognizes most artists I request: Play artist...Metallica, Alice In Chains (funny hearing the female voice saying this back), Slayer, Green Day, Ice Cube, heck even Hootie & The Blowfish requested and played successfully! 4. EQ in the unit is great. Also has Loudness and Source Level Adjust for tweaking music to perfect - got rid of some vehicle rattles and speaker distortion by fine tuning the AVIC. 5. Bluetooth works surprisingly good. Some callers say it sounds better than motorola bluetooth earpiece! Sound on my end is so/so. Still experimenting with this B/T and phone contacts transfer. Touchscreen dialpad very cool! 6. GPS works pretty good but haven't used it on a road trip or to find a needed location yet. Played around and it got me to my offc ok. 7. Music search using touchscreen is FASSST! Find what you want in seconds using the touch screen without going thru entire IPOD library (previously used Sony CDXGT-610UI and Pioneer Pioneer DEH-P4000). 8. On future road trips I'm gonna connect a PS2 slim thru the front AUX port and using RCA to 3.5mm jack and play video games on the screen(fiance driving of course). NEGATIVES: 1. What's up w/ the having to disconnect/reconnect IPOD everytime I start the vehicle? This to ME is the most annoying. Searched AVIC411.com for a solution - didn't find anything. Once in awhile there's no problem but usually I have to disconnect and reconnect IPOD. 2. NO REMOTE!!!!!! I've used both wireless remote and steering controls and wireless remote hands down best option for convenience and safety. Better than steering wheel control in my opinion. I've had to get used to touching the screen to do anything. Researched all over online and couldn't find a wireless remote I could use with AVIC700. Relegated to using the PAC SWI-PS & steering controls for BASIC functions: volume&track search - it's "aight". 3. Start up time I doesn't really bother me so not a big issue. I; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: PAC SWI-PS Steering Wheel Control Interface for Dual/Jensen/Pioneer/Sony (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: PAC; Review: I was previously using a wireless remotes to control my IPOD in both my vehicles (Pioneer DEHP4100& Sony CDXGT610ui). Wireless remotes are AWESOME! Then I self installed entire new system in my 01 Maxima SE beginng w/ the AVIC-F700BT head unit. I needed a way to control the AVIC-F700BT so I scoured the net looking for a wireless remote. This SWI-PS steering control interface was all I could find. Hard to beleive Pioneer does not include or have a compatible wireless remote for the AVIC-F Series. I have to say - install of this interface was THE BIGGEST pain the a**. It got done but not without hassle and I'm an experienced installer. The instructions for my application actually state: "'put' wires to white interface wire". What does "put" mean? I called PAC and the tech clarified that "put" means to: strip the vehicle steering control wires, splice to the incl resistors and splice that to the white wire on the interface - essentially "however" way you see fit. Then, do it again for the other 4 wires. Try doing that inside your vehicle's dash. This unit is not for the un-mechanically savvy. Either way it works so-so. The new AVIC-F700 is touchscreen so I've been tapping the screen. Final verdict: if you can find a wireless remote OPT FOR THAT INSTEAD. The PAC SWI-PS was supposed to keep my eyes on the road but it's intermittent operation has destracted me from that.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: JBL Venue Series SUB12 12-Inch 500-Watt Subwoofer (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: JBL; Review: Found this JBL Venue Sub12 subwoofer locally when I blew out my Sony SA WM40 Subwoofer (spilled beer on it - DOH!) This 12" 500Wmax/ 250W rms JBL Sub is AWESOME!!! I've been into HiFi home and car audio since a kid and love tweaking receivers of every kind so I believe I'm a seasoned Audiophile. I've used several subs for home(and auto). The home subs I've had experience with are: Aiwa 8", Sony SAWM40 10", JBL PB10 10" 150W rms, and this JBL Venue Sub 12. THE BEST sub by far is this JBL Venue Sub12. I drive it with a Yamaha RXV661 receiver, fine tuned to my living room and set up as 6.1: 4 Wharfedale Pacific Towers (front & rear), 2 JBL Centers (F&R) and the Sub for LFE. It's boomy, loud and super accurate even compared to the 10" JBL PB10 (5.1 set up in bedroom) which you'd think be more accurate as it has the smaller driver. Watching Iron Man, the Mark I walking out of the cave or Lord Of War the AK47 firing off sounded unbelieveable! I've used this 22 mos now - no problems. It's super loud and accurate - like being in the movie scene itself! You have to tweak the crossover and volume on the sub as well as fine tune your receiver (x.over, small/large spkrs, etc) to get the sound correct but if you love watching movies you'll have fun doing so.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pioneer UD-G258 10-Inch Subwoofer Grill; Brand: Pioneer; Review: Thought it might be universal and might work with my Kicker Sub but it only works with Pioneer subs. Vendor convinced me to keep it as shipping back would cost half the original purchase price so I kept it. Looks ok. It's sitting in my garage collecting dust.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stereo Headset; Brand: Motorola; Review: Bought this at half the price of retail thru Amazon. SUPER clear sound. Not as much bass as my Sony ear buds so rated only 4 stars - BUT sounds is super clear plus has mic for speaking. Use it when running. It's so light and the sound is amazingly clear it's like I don't have heaphones on and the music is playing in my head. Not sure if these are noise cancelling but I heard no other sounds while I had them on. Must be the snug ear fit. Overall works, looks, feels, sounds great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Logitech Harmony 880 Advanced Universal Remote Control (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Logitech; Review: My Harmony 550 died and I needed a replacement. For awhile I was using 5 different remotes and didn't think I needed an all-in-one remote. After researching and trying out several remotes I opted for the 880 - I also got a great price on Amazon. Also, the Harmony One was just too darned expensive. This 880 looks beautiful, works great, feels great in the hands. Set up was easy. I already had the Logitech Harmony software on my computer and just plugged this in and made the adjustments. Easy peasy. I even used a custom picture for color screen. Couldn't be happier. Was the final touch to my home theater.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LG AG-F220 Cinema Clip On 3D Glasses for 2011 and 2012 LG 3D LED-LCD HDTVs; Brand: LG; Review: Works Great! Light weight and clips on sturdy to lenses. I wear contacts daily and switch to glasses at home. Before these, I had to wear the LG 3D glasses OVER my glasses. These work much better!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LG Electronics 60LA6200 60-Inch Cinema 3D 1080p 120Hz LED-LCD HDTV with Smart TV and Four Pairs of 3D Glasses; Brand: LG; Review: I've had this thing almost 2 mos now and I gotta say I LOVE IT! I'm a hard core AV Fanatic so I was very discriminating on which set to buy. I did extensive research on several 3D sets for the last 2 years and decide on the LG 55LA6200 AND got a steal of a deal for it. When I first brought it home the picture seemed mediocre but after spending a few hours tweaking the picture settings - I'M BLOWN AWAY! I have to say: I love the soap opera effect! It creates a ultra vibrant, very rich, very deep colors. I tell ya: movies I've seen many times before (Matrix, Gladiator, Miami Vice) are new again! Watched the Dark Knight blue ray last night and was blown away. With the right settings - It makes even regular DVD's look like Blue Ray. The 3D effect is OUTSTANDING! Paired with the LG BP325W and Panasonic DMP BD210 ( for Cinavia free movie watching) 3D blue ray players, the 3D effect is just amazing. Clash/ Wrath of The Titans in 3D - awesome! The best 3D movie so far - AVATAR - It's unbelievable. Also DREDD 3D - you have to see to believe - the slow-mo 3D is really trippy. I've rented almost every 3D movie from Family Video's collection and the 3D novelty just doesn't get old. With 3D viewing, It's not so much watching TV as it is "looking into it." The 3D effect displays a foreground, middle and background to the picture - it's truly dimensional. A new way of viewing your fave movie and games. Gaming in 3D --SWEEEET! Have my 360 and PS3 connected to her. The PS3 plays 3D games: Mortal Kombat, God Of War (Origins Collection: Chains of Sparta/ Ghost of Sparta), Resistence 3, Killzone 3 - amazing. 3D gaming - who woulda thought...??? I bought the special gaming glasses (AG-F310DP) that separate split screens so each player has a separate view and played MW3, Rainbow Six Vegas, and Need For Speed Most Wanted (2006) and can report - the glasses work great! Can't say much about the tv speakers - Since bringing her home, she's been connected to my Pioneer 1122 receiver set up as 6.1 (4 Wharfedale towers, 2 JBL Venue Centers(F+R), JBL Venue Sub) and have never used the TV speakers -- 60% the movie experience is the sound! Gotta love DTS HD Master Audio and Dolby Tru HD. The networking connection was a breeze! Picked up my home wireless network automatically. Typed in the network key and voila! Connected to the internet. Had to update the firmware and then off to the races. Netflix rocks! Everything about this set is fantastic. I love movies and gaming and this LG just beautifies the ENTIRE experience. For the price, hard to beat. I prefer and LOVE the passive 3D feature over the costlier active shutter 3D. There's some very minor ghosting and blurring on high speed shots but very negligible. I've also notice the Dirty Screen Effect I've read in other; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Spring Step Women's Chino; Brand: Spring Step; Review: they fit perectly , i ordered a 41 and im a normal 9 and a half so its ok , very good lether, and nice on the eyes. good for jeans; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Accent 14K Yellow Gold or White Gold 2mm Comfort Fit Classic Domed Plain Wedding Band (Size 3 to; Brand: Double Accent; Review: the ring looks just like it does online, its also true to size. very well polished and it goes well with my engagement ring, yes i would shop with them again. very good quality ring; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PUMA Women's Vertex Cross-Training Shoe; Brand: ; Review: It looks better in the pic. The bottom is not shiny like the pic. And I don't really like the material in person but good value for the price I payed 36.00; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Disney Women's MK2125 Mickey Mouse Rhinestone-Accent Spray Pink Bracelet Watch; Brand: ; Review: This watch is beautiful it look exactly like in the picture. I get a lot of compliments on it , people never believe the price I payed which was 22.00 the watch is much so much more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JISEN Women Banquet Party Performance Fingerless Bow Lace Bridal Gloves 7 Inch; Brand: JISEN; Review: These gloves are very cheaply made and the part that goes around the finger broke upon putting them on. I was so disappointed in them i sent them back.... Dont get them; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ECOSUSI Womens Dazzling Rhinestone Clutch Evening Bags Fashion Purse Girl's Handbags; Brand: ECOSUSI; Review: This bag is BEAUTIFUL...ITS WORTH WAY MORE. IT SHINES IT'S EYE CATCHING..get it while you can; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just Love 100% Cotton Sleep Dress Women Baseball Sleeve Nightshirt; Brand: ; Review: I love this really well made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Feng Shui Cat Ornament, Black by MIYA; Brand: MIYA; Review: Perfect addition to a newly growing cat figurine, and the first one to a Maneki Neko collection! Happy with the size, craftsmanship, and overall look. Already ordered a second one (yellow), and planning to eventually complete the collection...soon...very soon!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Capsul'in MYCNCCB100 100 Piece Fillable Espresso Tea and Coffee Compatible Pod, Black; Brand: Capsul'in; Review: Capsul'in Capsules work beautifully in my Pixy machine with the coffee of choice, properly grinder (espresso grind). This is my second boxe, and it won't be my last... Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Cat Model 7145 "Happiness and Money"; Brand: yakushigama; Review: This Maneki Neko figurine is detailed, and cute! It's a great addition to my Meneki Neko collection. I am very happy with this purchase!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Libbey 10-Ounce Preston Martini Glass, Clear, 4-Piece; Brand: Libbey; Review: I bought this for a newly wed couple, and had it delivered directly to their home.... I was very disappointed and embarrassed when I saw the glasses! They feel and look like something one would buy at "the dollar store"... The quality of the glass is poor, thick, and cheap! Do not waste your money on this item!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Cat Model 7145 (All wishes and Hppiness will comes true); Brand: yakushigama; Review: Beautiful Maneki Neko, great selection, exemplary service! I am an avid Maneki Neko collector, and have bought a numerous amount of pieces from this seller. Always a great experience! Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Battery Operated Feng Shui Lucky Cat Sitting On Top A Gold Bar with Waving Arm, 4.50 Inch (High), Gold; Brand: M.V. Trading; Review: VERY disapointing!!!Does NOT work. The battery compartment does NOT have a door. CONTACTING Amazon Customer Services today!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Delirium Tremens Belgian Chalice/Goblet Beer Glass 0.25L - Set of 2; Brand: Delirium; Review: Perfect touch to my favorite beer!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M.V. Trading Japanese Maneki Neko Fortune Cat Lucky Cat Gold Battery Operated Also Solar Powered with Waving Arm, 5-Inches; Brand: M.V. Trading; Review: Firstly, this Maneki Neko is orange and not gold as pictured...and most importantly, it stopped working on day 3!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Maneki-neko Fortune Cat Lucky Cat Mug From Japan; Brand: MIYA; Review: A favorite for any maneki neko fan!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: M.V. Trading Japanese Maneki Neko Fortune Cat Lucky Solar Powered Lucky Waving Arm Cat Sitting On Gold Bar,; Brand: M.V. Trading; Review: Arrive in terrible condition. Not working, broken box, and scratched.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Maison d' Hermine Kashmir Paisley 100% Cotton Tablecloth 54 - inch by 54 -; Brand: Maison d' Hermine; Review: Absolutely gorgeous! Ordered and used it for the family Thanksgiving Family Dinner...and still using it four weeks later!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GreEco Double Wall Vacuum Flask, Insulated 18/8 Stainless Steel Water Bottle, 25 OZ, Cobalt Blue, Food; Brand: GreEco; Review: Significantly less expensive (at the time of purchase) than most competitors, yet performed similarly to the ones I own, purchased from a yoga-inspired athletic apparel store chain, costing more than three times the price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: The Wardrobe Must-Haves Every Man Needs in His Closet; Abstract: We covered all of the bases.; Category: lifestyle
Title: America's largest auto retailer sells customers defective used cars, report says; Abstract: A new report found that one in nine used vehicles sold from AutoNation contained defects.; Category: news
Title: NFL players who should be traded before the deadline; Abstract: The NFL trade deadline is Oct. 29, and if recent seasons are any indication, there could be plenty of wheeling and dealing. These 25 players are top trade candidates as we get closer to the deadline.; Category: sports
Title: Why I stopped shopping at Marshall's and Trader Joe's; Abstract: They're money pits. There, I said it.; Category: finance
Title: Trailer - Jungle Cruise; Abstract: Trailer 1; Category: movies
Title: 19 Mysterious Old Home Features That Aren't Useful Anymore; Abstract: Many old homes have perplexing features that baffle their modern-day owners. Here we've solved 19 of those mysteries!!; Category: lifestyle
Title: Outer Banks storms unearth old shipwreck from 'Graveyard of the Atlantic'; Abstract: A recent storm on the Outer Banks unearthed an old shipwreck buried on the beach in Hatteras Island. A local bar shared photos of the old wooden ship in its final resting place in the area known as "The Graveyard of the Atlantic." "A Wreck across the street from The Wreck! A lot of sand has washed out with this Nor'Easter & look what's been exposed!" The Wreck Tiki Bar in Hatteras, North ...; Category: news
Title: 'The Office' star Jenna Fischer responds to Chrissy Teigen's theory that Jim and Pam are divorced; Abstract: Jenna, who played Pam opposite John Krasinski's Jim on the hit NBC sitcom, thinks Chrissy got it wrong.; Category: tv
Title: 14 celebrities who got rejected by 'Saturday Night Live' and went on to become famous in their own right; Abstract: Even though these stars auditioned for the popular NBC series and were turned down, they've had huge careers in the comedy world.; Category: tv
Title: The Coziest Restaurant in Every State; Abstract: It's tough to explain what makes a place cozy, but we all know it when we see it, especially with restaurants. The décor, the lighting, the accessories, the menu all of these can take a place from merely comfy to cozy. The next time you're craving a meal that makes you feel warm and fuzzy, try one of these 50 restaurants.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: These Luxury RVs Are Mobile Mansions; Abstract: High-end motorhomes hit the road in high style.… The post These Luxury RVs Are Mobile Mansions appeared first on autoNXT.net.; Category: autos
Title: The oldest town in every state; Abstract: Here's the fascinating (and sometimes troubling) history behind the oldest town in every US state.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 10 farm-fresh pickup trucks worth buying before values rise; Abstract: Pickup a bargain before it's too late…; Category: autos
Title: Chinese hitmen jailed over repeatedly outsourced murder; Abstract: A string of hitmen who repeatedly subcontracted a murder to each other -- then failed to go through with the job -- have been jailed in China.; Category: news
Title: Thai king sacks six palace officials for 'evil actions'; Abstract: Thailand's king has fired six senior palace officials for their "evil actions", the palace announced Wednesday, days after the monarch stripped his consort of all her titles for "disloyalty".; Category: news
Title: The bucket-list attraction in every state; Abstract: ; Category: travel
Title: 'The Crown' Season 3 Trailer Teases Rivalry Between the Queen and Princess Margaret; Abstract: Netflix has released the full trailer for season 3 of "The Crown," and it's clear that everything isn't exactly going swimmingly for Olivia Colman's Queen Elizabeth II. Set to a cover of Bob Dylan's "The Times They Are a Changin'," the trailer teases that this season the monarchy will have to grapple with a miner's; Category: tv
Title: Trailer - Hoax; Abstract: Trailer 1; Category: movies
Title: Trailer - The Good Liar; Abstract: Trailer 2; Category: movies
Title: Most Popular Album the Year You Were Born; Abstract: While the popularity of listening to entire albums straight through has waned in recent years, musicians continue to release music in this format.; Category: music
Title: Trailer - The Report; Abstract: Trailer 2; Category: movies
Title: Trailer - American Dharma; Abstract: Official Trailer; Category: movies
Title: Trailer - Bombshell; Abstract: Trailer 2; Category: movies
Title: Trailer - Last Christmas; Abstract: Trailer 2; Category: movies
Title: 25 Stars You Didn't Know Got Their Start in Commercials; Abstract: Most stars have to pay their dues before hitting the big leagues. Find out which A-listers got their start in ads for Burger King, Lisa Frank, and more!; Category: tv
Title: Kyoto's Gion neighborhood cracks down on photography; Abstract: Kyoto's historic Gion neighborhood is banning photography in certain areas in response to ongoing issues with bad tourist behavior.; Category: travel
Title: Family of slain ISIS hostage says they secretly met with her captors in Iraq; Abstract: Kayla Mueller, a humanitarian worker from Arizona, was held captive, tortured and killed by ISIS.; Category: news
Title: Elizabeth Warren's Days Defending Big Corporations; Abstract: Elizabeth Warren had never taken on the federal government before. But in 1995, she found herself up against the Clinton administration, representing the Cleveland-based conglomerate LTV Steel. Even though LTV had sold off its coal mines during the 1980s, a new law required it to contribute to a health fund for retired miners. LTV believed that it should not have to pay. Those claims, the company said, should have been handled as part of its...; Category: finance
Title: Where You Should Definitely Consider Spending Christmas This Year; Abstract: Tempted to skip town for the holidays? Here are a few spots we recommend.; Category: travel
Title: Windsor Castle's Inner Hall Opens to the Public for First Time in 150 Years; Abstract: Sealed up since 1866, the magnificent Regency-era antechamber built by George IV is once again welcoming guests in all of its original glory.; Category: travel
Title: How To Open a Can Without a Can Opener; Abstract: All it takes is a metal spoon and some elbow grease.; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Winners and losers from NFL trade deadline; Abstract: The 2019 NFL season's trade deadline came to a close at 4 p.m. Eastern today, though many of the biggest names like Jalen Ramsey some themselves dealt in advance of October 29.; Category: sports
Title: Have a little piece of extra skin? Everything you need to know about skin tags; Abstract: Are skin tags dangerous? How do you get rid of them? Doctors explain what you need to know.; Category: health
Title: Amelia Bambridge: Body of missing backpacker found in sea; Abstract: The body of a 21-year-old British backpacker who went missing after a beach party on a Cambodian island has been found, according to the charity assisting her family.; Category: news
Title: Goats Munching on Vegetation Helped Save the Reagan Presidential Library in California Wildfire; Abstract: Goats Helped Save Reagan Library in California Wildfire; Category: lifestyle
Title: Green Beret awarded Medal of Honor for saving lives; Abstract: Master Sergeant Matthew Williams and his team of green berets choppered into a remote Afghan valley in the spring of 2008. Their mission, part of which was recorded, was to capture or kill a senior terrorist leader. But nothing went right. To begin with, it was too rocky to land.; Category: news
Title: Here Are the Biggest Deals We're Anticipating for Black Friday; Abstract: The Black Friday deals for 2019 have already begun leaking out. Get a sneak peek at what to expect from popular retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Best Buy. Browse our guide and use it to plan your attack for the biggest shopping event of the year.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: Demi Moore Says Her 'Addiction' to Ashton Kutcher Was 'Devastating': 'It Took Me Away Emotionally'; Abstract: Demi Moore Says Her 'Addiction' to Ashton Kutcher Was 'Devastating'; Category: tv
Title: Behind-the-scenes facts about 'Sesame Street'; Abstract: The iconic children's show is turning 50! And while you likely watched it as a child or with your own kids, this is what you didn't get to see. The post I've Worked on Sesame Street Here's What You Don't Know appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: lifestyle
Title: These Are The World's Most Magical Christmas Villages to Visit This Year; Abstract: It's the most wonderful time of the year, after all.; Category: travel
Title: Fresh Off the Boat Canceled After Six Seasons; Abstract: The longest-running sitcom about an Asian-American family in broadcast TV history will end next year.; Category: tv
Title: Your Guide to the Best Burger Spots in America; Abstract: Don't worry. We didn't forget D.C.!; Category: foodanddrink | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Ticket To Ride - Europe; Brand: Days of Wonder; Review: This is a super simple game but still great fun. This version (Europe) is better than Ticket to Ride: America in my opinion because the Europe version adds tunnels and ferries, which adds a nice variety to play.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cards Against Humanity: Third Expansion; Brand: Cards Against Humanity LLC; Review: This is essentially the adult X-rated version of Apples to Apples and it's freaking awesome. Great game to play while having a drink and you're guaranteed to feel like a horrible person when playing some of the cards!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pandemic Board Game; Brand: Z-Man Games; Review: This is a semi-complex game but once you get it figured out it's really fun. It's one of those games where everyone has to work together, so you either all win or all lose. This version is better than the first in my opinion because it adds extra role cards and removes the ones from the first version that were essentially useless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quiddler Card Game; Brand: SET Enterprises; Review: Relative to the number of cards it came with, the box was huge and had a lot of wasted space. Not sure what the reason is for designing it that way, but the game is really fun!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rio Grande Games - Dominion: First Edition; Brand: Rio Grande Games; Review: This is really fun! Super simple to catch on to, and has a lot of replay value since you can mix and match the decks of cards.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 7 Wonders; Brand: Asmodee; Review: Awesome game! Good theme and very nice art. It's one of those games that while you're playing it you really don't know who's going to be the winner until the very end and the points are tallied.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mysterium; Brand: Asmodee; Review: This is a really fun game! I was a bit unsure about the high price, but I guess it was worth it. It's got a bit of subjectiveness to it that's different than most games. Good theme and cool art on the cards.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 7 Wonders: Duel; Brand: Asmodee; Review: This game is really fun! Me and my brother played it about 6 times in the first few days I got it. It's easy to understand, especially if you're familiar with the original 7 Wonders. Glad I have it for my game collection.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Red Flags: 400-Card Main Game; Brand: Red Flags; Review: This game is hilarious! Sometimes me and my friends reverse the rules and instead of coming up with a date who has two positive qualities and one red flag, we put two red flags and one positive quality has to be played to overcome those, which can result in some really funny combinations. Either way, great game and I'm glad I have it for my collection!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Splendor; Brand: Asmodee; Review: A simple but fun game!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Under the Dome; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen King Page; Review: I love King and there is little that he has written that I could put down. I read this in about a week. I am amazed at all these best selling authors who have given it a one star rating and then proceed to tell Mr. King how to write and what he did wrong. All of you one starrers please send me the titles of your best sellers so I can read how a real author writes, because I loved this book. All of you people who thought the story was far fetched and the characters were unreal....IT IS A STORY, IT IS NOT SUPPOSED TO BE REAL. It is a work of fiction ment to entertain. If you were not entertained that is ok, it is not however a reflection on the author, it is a reflection on the various tastes that different people have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Host; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephenie Meyer Page; Review: Love this book. In fact it is the only thing Stephanie Meyer has ever written that I actually liked.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The n00b Warriors (Book One); Author: Visit Amazon's Scott Douglas Page; Review: This book is ok in idea, but it was not edited, nor was it proof read. This is something the author should have done. He could have just asked someone to proof it for him if he did not have the ability to do it himself.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ESV New Classic Reference Bible (Black); Author: ESV Bibles by Crossway; Review: I have found this kindle edition to be superior to other kindle editions of the Bible in terms of ease of use. Using the index feature makes it easy for me to locate any verse I want in seconds. Being a word-for-word rather thought-for-thought, the ESV is keeping with the oldest texts we have. I would recommend this version for anyone looking for ease of use and for a literal translation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Dance with Dragons; Author: Visit Amazon's George R.R. Martin Page; Review: There are SPOILERS involved with this review. I have to include these because the GRRM fanatics believe that if you do not like this book, then you have never read the book and therefore if you post on any of the forums you must be a troll unless you include spoilers to prove you read the book. First, can we stop with the endless repetitions??? These are repeated hundreds of times throughout the book, after a while it is just worthless and we realize the Mr. Martin is just trying to up his word count. 1. Where do whores go? The imp dsoen't know, we get it. 2. Reek, Reek, my name is reek, it rhymes with (?????). We get it, reek rhymes with many different words, are you going to go through the alphabet? 3. You know nothing Jon Snow. O.K. He's ignorant, can we move on? 4. I am just a young girl...Dany's young, are you trying to make sure we don't forget, or that you don't Mr. Martin? 5. Word are wind. We know, we read your book. We are surprised that it did not blow itself off the shelves. 6. Corn. Corn. Corn......Okay Ravens eat corn, we know. First of all there is way TOO MUCH filler and fluff in this book. At the beginning we are given page after page after page after page etc...of fluff just to find out that A) six skins dies and enters the one eyed wolf and B) that Jon Snow is a skin changer too, but dosen't know it. Conserning Jon we are subjected to a second retelling of Jon sending away Sam and making the baby switch. Did Mr Martin forget that he wrote this in AFFC? Does he think his readers forgot (it has been a while)? After letting the wildlings cross the wall to help fight the others (somehow his seasoned brothers are all retarded and do not understand that they are undermaned and will die and lose the wall without help). Jon is then stabbed four times by his brothers. We are never told he is dead and never see his body, so because of all the endless drivel at the beginning of the book most readers will have missed that he is a skin changer, so maybe he changed skins, maybe he is just wounded, or maybe he will come back from the dead like his mother. Bran finds the three eyed crow and learns that he is a greenseer. With the imp we are treated to his bathroom habits. Do we really need to know everytime he goes to the bathroom? Have a little bit of a hang up with the bathroom habits of little people do we Mr. Martin? Then we are treated to his travel log. Worse than reading a tech manual. Words are wind Mr. Martin. He then becomes a slave, rides a pig in a mummers joust, walks away from slavery and on his word alone hires a sellsword company and joins them. The onion knight eats and we get to; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America; Author: Visit Amazon's Erik Larson Page; Review: Just finished reading this book. It is so well written that you get lost in the story and in fact it is comparable to any work of fiction you can read. It is set in the back drop of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. This book follows the lives of several people, but the two main characters are "Daniel H. Burnham, the architect responsible for the fair's construction, and H.H. Holmes, a serial killer masquerading as a charming doctor." While their lives never cross you get the distinct impression of interwoven stories and a cause and effect journey. While there is no direct cause and effect, the exact set of events that had to come together to make two men (one great good, and one great evil) achieve the heights of their respective opposites is phenomenal. If all historical works were written like this people would read more history. My only regret is that this book has been out since 2003 and I just now read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America; Author: Visit Amazon's Erik Larson Page; Review: Just finished reading this book. It is so well written that you get lost in the story and in fact it is comparable to any work of fiction you can read. It is set in the back drop of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. This book follows the lives of several people, but the two main characters are "Daniel H. Burnham, the architect responsible for the fair's construction, and H.H. Holmes, a serial killer masquerading as a charming doctor." While their lives never cross you get the distinct impression of interwoven stories and a cause and effect journey. While there is no direct cause and effect, the exact set of events that had to come together to make two men (one great good, and one great evil) achieve the heights of their respective opposites is phenomenal. If all historical works were written like this people would read more history. My only regret is that this book has been out since 2003 and I just now read it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy: A Righteous Gentile vs. the Third Reich; Author: Visit Amazon's Eric Metaxas Page; Review: This biography is extremely well written, throughly researched, and completely documented. His total discipleship to God is exemplified by the fact that the testimony of this mere man serves as an inspiration more than 60 years after his murder at the hands of the Nazis. His beloved church would become the unholy arm of an evil state. Converted jews were not allowed in Seminary, nor to be ordained, those that were, were not allowed to preach, and they were no longer allowed to attend church services. His own twin sister, who had married a converted jew. was forced to flee to England. He started the Confessing church and his own illegal seminary. knowing his own life was in danger work was secured for him in America, but after a few weeks he gave up his security in America to help the true christians (and unbelievers) in Germany. He became involved in the plots to kill Hitler. After three failed attempts he was arrested, along with several family members. He spent almost two years in different prisons. He was finally murdered at Flossenburg concentration camp just three weeks before the war's end and his body was burned.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broadmoor Revealed: Victorian Crime and the Lunatic Asylum; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Stevens Page; Review: This is a very short book about Broadmoor. It includes several chapters on different aspects of life in a Victorian asylum. It was written in an effort to get researchers and educators to use the material released to the public to create more indepth works. I did find that my kindle copy could have used more proofreading and editing, but the material and the way it was presented allowed me to overlook these flaws.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Monster of Florence; Author: Visit Amazon's Douglas Preston Page; Review: This is a true story about a serial killer in Florence Italy who killed between 14-16 people (7 or 8 couples) between 1968 and 1984. There is some question if the monster was responsible for the 1968 murders. The authors put forth a very good conjuncture of who they believe the murder to be; however they also have no evidence. The book is a very good summary of the case. That part of the book (the book about the case) is very interesting. I was disappointed in the fact that 1/3 of the book was about the authors, particularly Douglas Preston. It is very difficult for me to read about a millionaire who feels an injustice has been done to them when they are treated like everyone else. I was also disappointed at the apparent lack of editing in the part of the book written by Mr. Preston. The original book that Mr. Preston never wrote adds nothing to the monster of Florence. The royalty that Mr. Preston becomes friends with adds nothing to the monster of Florence. These two examples (do you want more) add nothing to the story. It makes me wonder if Mr. Preston is getting paid by the word, of if he just thinks everyone else is as wrapped up in him as he is in himself. The audio book version of this story is virtually worthless. The reader of the book gives every Italian a phoney accent, even when two Italians are talking to each other. The only time this type of reading should be employed is when an Italian is speaking english as a second language. I am sure they do not speak to each other in broken english with an unbelievable accent. I had to quit listening to it and return it and switch to the written version. Overall a very good book (in print form) if you can over look the annoyances of the authors. I am glad I read it, but it could have been so much better!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 77 Shadow Street; Author: Dean R. Koontz; Review: I must admit that this is not like his normal writing. It seems very disjointed and is confusing. It jumps from person to person with all the action taking place at the same time. I do hope this is not a picture of things to come with his works. It was a very hard (as in confusing, and keeping track of what is going on and when) read and I had to force myself to finish it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Nefertiti: The Book of the Dead; Author: Visit Amazon's Nick Drake Page; Review: It is great to see that there are some authors out there that have some new ideas. I enjoyed the book and especially the fact that the author spoke to me in my own language. Yes I know that it is not historically accurate. It is refreshing though. Imagine reading about historical times and events without having to drag through an authors attempt to speak and act in ways that are akaward and unknown to now. It was enjoyable and I hope there are more books like this one to come. Also lighten up people it is a work of fiction, it is supposed to be fun and enjoyable. It is not a textbook and does not need to be picked apart, if you don't have fun or like it that is ok, just move on, the book is not a personal attack on you as the reader. If you enjoy historical fiction spoken in modern language, then this is a book you will want to read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Resurrection of Liberty; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael L. Wentz Page; Review: This is more for young adults or teens. I did enjoy the simple writing and simple ideas. It was refreshing to not have to work to read a story. While it was a good story you can tell the adult who wrote it did not study teens interacting with each other each other very much. The dialog is not very good. Like I said it was a good read jut needs dome work and as I said it was nice not to have to work to understand what promises to be a good sci-fi book.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spinward Fringe Broadcast 0: Origins; Author: Visit Amazon's Randolph Lalonde Page; Review: It has been a long time since I read sci-fi with such novel ideas. A ship that generates its own hull, simulations that appear real so that the players believe they are real. AIs that are personal assistants. Love the entire book till the last chapter. I don't want to say more because of spoilers, but it would appear that the entire nature of the story is going to change in the follow up books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 11/22/63 (Thorndike Press Large Print Core); Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen King Page; Review: What can be said that has not been said? Can we change the past and what happens to the future if we do? Can we do what is necessary even if we lose everything we love? Classic King, can't wait for his next novel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 22/11/63; Author: Stephen King (author); Review: What can be said that has not been said? Can we change the past and what happens to the future if we do? Can we do what is necessary even if we lose everything we love? Classic King, can't wait for his next novel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Awaken His Eyes: The Awakened Book One; Author: Visit Amazon's Jason Tesar Page; Review: I found this to be a very enjoyable read. There was a lot going and it kept me engaged throughout. I was disappionted that the first chapter was not revisited in this novel. We get to see the main character grow greatly and the book literally ends with a cliff hanger. I wished we understood more about the teacher though. I do not like to have to work when I read fiction and this book allowed me to just enjoy a good story.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dunfield Terror; Author: Visit Amazon's William Meikle Page; Review: Loved it! Would read more by author in the future need a sequel you all should read this please read this!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Scourge of the Betrayer: Bloodsounder's Arc Book One; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Salyards Page; Review: I like wow just 5 sitting and done. Starting the sequel soon best fantasy I have read in years. I'm now a fan.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: That Which Should Not Be; Author: Visit Amazon's Brett J. Talley Page; Review: I like it it was the best lovecraft type book I have ever come across in years. Looking forward to reading the sequel soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: AeroGarden Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit (7-Pod); Brand: AeroGarden; Review: excited to plant this; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vktech 100 pcs 6 x 10cm Plastic Plant T-type Tags Markers Nursery Garden Labels Gray (White); Brand: Vktech; Review: Hope to use very soon.....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Kristin Cherry Tree Seeds - 20 Cherry Seeds - Qualityseeds4less Exclusive; Brand: Qualityseeds4less; Review: To be planted....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: (Kiwi Za#008) Thailand Mini Kiwi Fruit 1pcs/lot(100 Seeds) Bonsai Plants, Delicious Kiwi Small Fruit Trees Seed; Brand: Ambizu; Review: To be planted.....; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 20 Seeds Mini Apple Fruit Bonsai Tree Seeds; Brand: ; Review: to be planted; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 50 Jasmine Gardenia Seeds Extreamly Fragrant /; Brand: Carolina Seeds and Exotics; Review: very excited to plant this; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 9GreenBox - Confederate Jasmine - 6 Pack; Brand: 9GreenBox; Review: to be planted; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Meyer Dwarf Lemon Tree 35 Seeds indoor/outdoor; Brand: DWARF LEMON INDOOR; Review: excited to plant this item; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mandarin Orange Dwarf Seeds Indoors Outdoors Fruit Tree 30pcs; Brand: Yancy Le1ghUnknown; Review: to be planted; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: RED MAPLE Tree Seeds - Acer rubrum - EXCELLENT for JAPANESE BONSAI; Brand: MySeeds.Co; Review: To be planted......; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Patio_Lawn_and_Garden |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Continental Elite 4060775 Poly-V/Serpentine Belt; Brand: Continental Elite; Review: Unique, superior belt design. Switched to these when I upgraded the pulley on my corvette, noticed most corvette owners use em. I'll never use any other belt. FYI this is the predominant belt of NASCAR 10 years and counting. Also, this belt costs about DOUBLE this price at most vendors, this is a GREAT deal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Continental Elite 4040400 Poly-V/Serpentine Belt; Brand: Continental Elite; Review: Unique, superior belt design. Switched to these when I upgraded the pulley on my corvette, noticed most corvette owners use em. I'll never use any other belt. FYI this is the predominant belt of NASCAR 10 years and counting. Also, this belt costs about DOUBLE this price at most vendors, this is a GREAT deal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chums Glasshopper Visor Clip - 30054; Brand: Chums; Review: Great product design, I read online they were made in usa but had "made in china" on package :( oh well; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cup Holder Insert For Toyota Camry 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011; Brand: Trunknets Inc; Review: I got this for my 2015 corvette which comes with the worst cupholder ever made for any vehicle in the history of the automobile. Fits perfect with only slight modification, works Great******; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chums Glasshopper Visor Clip - 30054; Brand: Chums; Review: Great product design, I read online they were made in usa but had "made in china" on package :( oh well; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Destiny Betrayed: JFK, Cuba, and the Garrison Case (Second Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's James DiEugenio Page; Review: JFK's "New Frontier", an ambitious agenda which included landing men on the moon and just as important a gradual cessation to the cold war and all its ramifications...enter Jim DiEugenio, a brilliant author/researcher, that shows the reader why and how the crime of the century was perpetrated...a must read for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spy Saga: Lee Harvey Oswald and U.S. Intelligence; Author: Visit Amazon's Philip H. Melanson Page; Review: I have read this fantastic book before, and want it to keep it as a solid reference. the late prof. Philip h. melanson was a master on this subject. a great book indeed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Battling Wall Street: The Kennedy presidency; Author: Donald E Gibson; Review: an excellent narrative, destined to be a collectible in my humble opinion..i also strongly recommend jfk assassination and cover up written by this excellent author (Proffessor Gibson) a must read for every adult American. profoundly informative and interesting for sure!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JFK-9/11: 50 Years of Deep State; Author: Laurent Guyenot; Review: an insightful, very entertaining, fast-paced, with humor narrative seen from an European perspective. dr. guyenot's impressive background provides a very informative account of political events that affected mankind in the last 65 years or so...plenty of interesting hypothesis and historical anectodes..this is not a boring book for certain, specially book I (jfk).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Kennedy Assassination Cover-Up; Author: Visit Amazon's Donald Gibson Page; Review: this book finally brings some light to that dark and very long tunnel known as the jfk murder mystery..prof. Gibson reminds us to look for the obvious, and the obvious to me is that a super duper(yes folks, like gary cooper) coup d'tat took effect on that tragic nov. 22, 1963, day in dallas.it finally looks, thanks to great americans like the professor (Donald Gibson), like wer're inching towards the finish line, I hope.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brothers: The Hidden History of the Kennedy Years; Author: Visit Amazon's David Talbot Page; Review: A great narrative about the K brothers, my favorite for sure, brilliantly written by mr. talbot, i was around 12 yrs. old when jfk was assasinated, and I was just getting over the yankees humiliating world series loss at the hand of the transplanted Brooklyn Dodgers and around that time i went to see pt 109, the movie, starring cliff Robertson as ensign jack. Bad casting choice, I though, didn't like it. Anyway, so i really needed a refreshers course on the K bros. exploits...it seems that the brothers unfortunately got caught in a diabolical move on a devil's chessboard...in their short 3 yrs. on the world's stage they surely made a truckload of very (this is an understatement) powerful enemies....very sad but very true...like the author correctly put it..the K brothers were in clash with the times...a time where men wore suits and hats and women wore long dresses and fancy gloves, and spoke in a bimboesque kind of way...i hope that in the near future mr. talbot writes a narrative about the misadventures of sir richard milhous...boy there was a character...i loved this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Final Judgment:The Missing Link in the JFK Assassination Conspiracy; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Collins Piper Page; Review: This book has some historical worth, however, the author's insistence on pinning the jfk conspiracy on israel ruins this movie...there were at that time very powerful players already entrenched on the world's stage that had an ax to grind against jfk's new frontier super ambitious agenda...and as far as i know the state of israel was only about 14 yrs old at the time of jf'k's tragic demise...the french oas with jean soutre angle is interesting though...the format of the narrative it's a bit annoying for my taste..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dark Side of Camelot; Author: Visit Amazon's Seymour M. Hersh Page; Review: when it comes to solid investigative journalism mr. seymour m. hersh is the best in the business period. this narrative has the "works" very well written...i loved it!...the K brothers were human after all....whadda you know....i specifically enjoyed the little story that jfk told hy raskin after he won the 1960 election jfk had a sharp sense of humor no doubt about it...terrific book! oh yes as lt. columbo would say..just one more thing..please read mr. hersh's other books they just as informative.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Havana Nocturne: How the Mob Owned Cuba and Then Lost It to the Revolution; Author: Visit Amazon's T. J. English Page; Review: a magnificent narrative of cuba's woes from 1945 thru 1959...not an indepth account of the cuban evolution, which is still going on today, but a missing link not often mentioned in accounts of the cuban revolution....a gem of a book....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mysterious Island (Signet Classics); Author: Visit Amazon's Jules Verne Page; Review: A great american adventure novel, written by a frenchman....how about that!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Baseball America 2017 Almanac: Comprehensive Review of the 2016 Season (Baseball America Almanac); Author: Editors of Baseball America; Review: arrived quickly... i'm quite familiar with this publication...great seller...love this publication.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Single Handed: The Inspiring True Story of Tibor "Teddy" Rubin--Holocaust Survivor, Korean War Hero, and Medal of Honor Recipient; Author: Daniel M. Cohen; Review: an excellent book, about a courageous family from a small town in hungary and how the war (ww2) affected them. the goose stepping nazis ( a bubonic plague on steroids) and their always eager to please collaborators could not kill the spirit of little teddy rubin who suffered the separation from his family and then the agony of a concentration camp and, as if this was not enough, he survived, then traveled to america enlisted in the u.s. army, had to put up with descrimination, and fought like a tiger against another goose stepping gang..the north koreans...this inspiring narrative is a great story and a warning that democracy, with all it faults and imperfections, its the best game in town and that there are men like teddy always on the ready to defend, at any cost, liberty and justice for all....; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2017; Author: Visit Amazon's Sarah Janssen Page; Review: Love facts...only if I could read the small print..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Square Mile of Hell: The Battle for Tarawa; Author: John Wukovits; Review: The Japanese commandant at tarawa boasted that it would take a million men and a hundred years to take this island..the marines took it in 3 days...read this book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: The Chocolate Bar; City: Reno, NV; Review: So sad to see our favorite fun spot closed down. This was a place you could bring the entire family and have a great time plus awesome desserts. Thank you for lots of great memories.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fork; City: Boise, ID; Review: Excellent service, atmosphere and especially the food. We tried to go here Friday night but they had an hour and a half wait. We can see why now. Definitely one of the top restaurants in Boise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bittercreek Alehouse; City: Boise, ID; Review: Had an amazing dinner here last night. Their beer selection is awesome!! Our desserts were very decadent. Would definitely recommend and will definitely return here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bonefish Grill; City: Boise, ID; Review: This place never disappoints. Food, service and beers on tap are always excellent. We go here every time we go to Boise. Can't wait to go again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Juniper; City: Boise, ID; Review: Excellent service from the entire staff. Food was delicious! We will definitely be back!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blind Onion Pizza & Pub; City: Reno, NV; Review: Stopped by here for lunch. The place was super clean and the owner was very nice. My pizza (pepperoni and sausage) was ready in no time flat and it is some of the best pizza I have ever had. I will definitely be coming back when I'm in the area and would recommend this place to everyone. Thank you for the great service.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zeppelin; City: Reno, NV; Review: Went here for lunch on Saturday. The atmosphere and all the employees that helped us were incredible. We tried the burger they have up for an award and it did not disappoint us. It was so good. We will definitely be back for dinner in the near future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reef; City: Boise, ID; Review: This place has all the charm a college town should have. Very hip place to eat at. Pulled pork sandwich was great as was the coconut chicken and the Hula Hula chicken. The salmon was horrible as was our waitress, she didn't even offer us dessert and trust me I had the room for it!!This was our first but won't be our last time here as the menu is amazing and I know next time it will be better.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Goldy's Breakfast Bistro; City: Boise, ID; Review: A must for breakfast lovers. Tons of food and it's all excellent. Service was excellent as well. Thank you for a wonderful Friday morning!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rim Asian Bistro; City: Reno, NV; Review: Went here before seeing Sugarland. They got us right in. Sonis was our chef and boy can he make sushi!! It was some of the best sushi we have had in a long time. The service was excellent and was the atmosphere. We will definitely be back here. Thank you to everyone who waited on us and Sonis for being amazing at your job.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbacoa Grill; City: Boise, ID; Review: WOW!! Who ever owns this restaurant really has his A Game on. The place itself is very eclectic and has lots of cool features to check out. The service here is the best we have seen in a long time. Everyone is super nice and they all chip in to make sure your dining is wonderful. The food was absolutely amazing. My filet wrapped in bacon was cooked perfect and they even bring it out in a hot rock if you want it to cook more to your liking. The rest of my family's food was also very delicious. Dessert was on a complete other level than I have ever seen before. We loved them all, we had a lollipop fried ice cream tree which also had honey if you wanted. The lemon tart was my favorite and my wife picked coffee and donuts, so good! This is definitely a place for a special occasion and we will be back as our life is just that!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paddles Up Poke - 9th St; City: Boise, ID; Review: The food here is great. The kids got poke bowls which tasted great but I got the poke nachos! Oh my lord they are the best!! We will definitely be back on our next trip back to Boise.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Fins Seafood Grill; City: Boise, ID; Review: As usual this place never ever disappoints us. The atmosphere is spectacular. The service is top notch and the food is always excellent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Joe Momma's; City: Meridian, ID; Review: We ate here because of the funny name. Joe's momma can cook!! The place has a lot of fun stuff to look at. The service was spot on and the food was abundant and tasted delicious!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boise Airport; City: Boise, ID; Review: I have stayed at the Holiday in. In front of this Holiday inn express before and the express has way nicer rooms. They had room for 2 suitcase on a bench instead of just one. Everything about the room was better including the bed! The customer service was excellent too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fanci Freez; City: Boise, ID; Review: Definitely not the greatest place. It felt a bit dirty. Shakes were only ok and the straws are horrible. Hardly any Oreos in my shake. One of our kids didn't even drink hers it was so bad. Kind of a bummer since we were hoping for a hidden gem.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Speedy Burritos; City: Reno, NV; Review: Great food. It was definitely worth the wait as they get packed during lunch time. Will be back for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Blind Onion Pizza & Pub; City: Sparks, NV; Review: The Breath Buster was amazing as was the service and atmosphere. Came her for lunch and they had my pie out in about 10-15 minutes. I will definitely be going back for some other flavors!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Human Bean; City: Boise, ID; Review: Best coffee in Boise! Lauren R was great helping us pick out 2 amazing coffee drinks. I had a Snowy with 4 shots and made with almond milk and my wife had Lauren pick out something she liked. My wife loved it. On top of that the coffee beans they put on the lid were an extra tasty treat! We will definitely be back and thank you Lauren along with the other ladies working there. You made our trip!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big City Coffee; City: Boise, ID; Review: This place has it all, atmosphere, service and food. It was all excellent. Every staff member had a smile on and knew what they were doing. This place is one of the best places I've eaten breakfast at in Boise. We couldn't wait to come up and dine at this small business after being run off campus. Keep up the hard work and great food. We will definitely be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Barbacoa Grill; City: Boise, ID; Review: We ate here right before thanksgiving this year. We brought our son who is a chef. He was super impressed with his food, drinks and dessert. He usually like to critique everything. He agreed with us that everything was all on point. We love coming here. Keep up the hard work in these weird times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr Crab; City: Reno, NV; Review: This place has it! Atmosphere, music, sports on tv, a bar, and most of all excellent service accompanied by delicious food. We had a variety of food here and it was all to perfection! Thank you Mr Crab for being everything we were hoping for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Rock Dessert; City: Reno, NV; Review: Cute place downtown Reno. A definite must for those with a sweet tooth. The cereal chiller is delicious and the little rice crispy treats made with fruity pebbles are amazing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cider Factory; City: Virginia City, NV; Review: We ate breakfast here yesterday. We did not even know the place existed until my wife saw a blip on Facebook about it. The atmosphere, the building and the food was excellent. However the service, well it was top notch! Not sure of the guy's name but he never let ours or anyone else's coffee cup or water cups get empty. He's definitely a great employee to have. Food was delicious and we will definitely be back again but for dinner next time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Huck House Brunchette; City: Garden City, ID; Review: This place is awesome. The portions are huge. They also have a little spin of their own for each dish making them very unique. All of our food was melt in your mouth delicious. Their specialty coffees are just as amazing. The service was also top notch. Lauren was our server and she was amazing. This is a definite spot to have breakfast at. Next visit will be lunch!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Nongsa Point Marina Resort; City: Nongsa Batam Riau Archipelago Riau Islands Province; Review: We arrived to a team welcoming us with cold towels and drinks, which was so appropriate for the hot weather. The rooms we received were sea facing and opened out onto the beach, which was quite decent by Batam standards. The pool is nice and sculpted and has a small waterfall in a secluded corner. Our meals were tasty. Service was excellent. The rooms were well kept. The beds were great, the sheets were sparkling white and we each got 3 pillows: standard sized soft, standard sized firm and a small one. It's got few amenities. For example, if you want to do water sports or have a massage, you need to go next door to the sister resort: Turi Beach. But if you're there to just meet and chill, like we were, Nongsa Marina is perfect.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Quay Boutique Hotel; City: Phnom Penh; Review: For US$65 a night, you get a room with no view but the breakfast more than made up for it. True that there were some minor niggles in the bathroom but nothing to get worked up about. The staff all speak English well, especially the reception staff so I have no idea what one reviewer was talking about when he/she said the reception were poor in English. Location is one of the best around, on Sisowath Quay and within walking distance of the King's Palace, the National Museum, numerous eating places such as Friends restaurant and best of all, Bodia Spa! But if you don't want to step out, the Quay's inhouse food is quite good too. All in all, I'd recommend it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Castle Hilo Hawaiian Hotel; City: Hilo Island of Hawaii Hawaii; Review: For the price we paid, Castle Hilo was okay in standard. Location wise was convenient though. We never ate at the hotel because it didn't offer a breakfast with the price and we were out most of the day. Missed walking over to coconut island but i understand it's nothing great.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eight Spence; City: Warrnambool Victoria; Review: We came to Warrnambool to watch the whales off Logan's beach. Having read Tripadvisor's reviewers' favourable reviews of the Inn, we swung by to take a look. The 4 of us took a Junior Suite at A$150 a night. The room was clean and comfortable. Everything was in good repair, no complaints. Location is good too. Just a few minutes drive from Logan's beach and eateries. Also just a short drive from shopping (Woolies and Kmart). I'd stay there again if I re-visited Warrnambool.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fauna Australia Wildlife Retreat; City: Lavers Hill Victoria; Review: We went there hoping to catch the glow worms at Melba Gully, a five minute drive away. The retreat is very well located for this purpose. The four of us were happily roomed in the Wombat Cottage which is small but sufficient and also warm with the heater on in the winter. The cottage has a well equipped kitchenette and a decent bathroom with a large tub. Children will especially love the fact that all sorts of animals are in the compound: pademelons, wombats, Kookaburras, and others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Pacific Hotel Lorne; City: Lorne Victoria; Review: We were a group of 4 - we were shown the twin share bedrooms in the main building. In our local language, it was CMI - Cannot Make It. Very very small at A$65 a room a night. THEN! We were shown the 3 bedroom suite with an ocean view. I still get a tingle down my spine how good this was. The suite was only A$175 (low season) a night and we got 3 bedrooms (2 heated), a large living area with floor to ceiling glass to see the ocean, a fully equipped kitchenette AND a barbeque pit on a spacious balcony. (BTW, carpark is covered) I can't say this more - in Lorne, this is the place to stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hatten Hotel Melaka; City: Melaka Central Melaka District Melaka State; Review: Like the title says, I've no complaints about the hotel's quality. I was in a twin share but a third bed might be tough to squeeze in. The location is superb. Connected to Palawan mall and diagonally across from makhota.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Banyan Tree Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: This is one of the best hotels I've stayed in. The rooms are all suites. The décor is faultless, and so were even the toiletries. I had to look hard to find a complaint: the shower head is fixed and too close to the wall and the shower stall door has the handle installed such that you can't hang your towel outside but inside. If that sounds like its nitpicking, it is. The hotel is that good. And the location is convenient for business people who have meetings in the nearby business towers. But if you're a tourist, after shopping, eating, and spa, the location means you'll have to take a cab or walk a kilometer to the nearest train station. Apart from that, I loved this hotel. The staff are unstintingly polite and helpful. And the hotel is very, very well kept.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tune Hotel Liverpool City Centre; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: I didn't have a great experience with a hotel booking site (Starts with the first letter of the alphabet and sounds like a Chinese type of building). I wrongly booked for a Tuesday (16 Oct 2018) and tried to change it to a Monday but gave up. My mistake. I understand that. So I booked two rooms on Monday as well, leaving the Tuesday booking valid and uncancelled. But the first receptionist we encountered on Monday 15 Oct afternoon, a youngish girl, resolutely insisted that we had to check out at 10am onTuesday even though I had now booked us in on both days. The reason was because it was different type (better) of room on Tuesday. I was flabbergasted. I mean, yes, Tune is like a budget airline, I get that. But she was so clearly unwilling to help. Fortunately, the next morning, Tuesday, there was a different receptionist who did help us. We were able to stay in the same room. Kudos to her. The layout of this hotel beggars belief. If you must have a cheap hotel, I suppose you can come here. But beware. There is a section called 'Hotel B' and if you are in a 00X room, You have to take a lift from the reception to the first floor, go through a maze of twists and turns, and carry your baggage down 3 flights of stairs. Imagine when you leave. You have to carry your baggage UP 3 filghts of stairs. They are long flights. Remember - cheap hotel, no bellboys. On the flip side, the hotel was modern and clean and everything worked. But no, I won't return.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Elim House; City: Bowness on Windermere Lake District Cumbria England; Review: Lovely House (with parking at the rear). Comfy, includes a breakfast - choice between American, Continental or Smoked Salmon. Short walking distance to the town and Lake Windemere with ample choices of food. Altogether a very pleasant holiday experience.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Le Marais Hotel De Ville; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: We are a group of 4 adults and the apartment suited us well with one double bed and one sofa bed for 2. It was thouroughly modern and new. Adequately sized, with space for a dining table and kitchen appliances. Toilet and bathroom were in new condtion. Proximity to Carrefour supermarket and also other types of shops. Just avoid the souvenir shop on the same side of the road towards the Notre Dame just a few doors down. They scammed me by returning me my change in Spanish Pesos instead of Euros. But for cheap eats, try Kraft Hot Dogs. They were great!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Halls Gap Valley Lodges; City: Halls Gap Grampians Victoria; Review: I booked a lodge in December. Very unfortunately, my wife became ill and we could not make it to the lodge. I called the lodge to tell them we would have to cancel the booking. I did it so that they could release the room to others. I honestly did not expect a refund. However, they very kindly offered not to charge us. I was really grateful. Well, I was duped into believing them. I received a bill of $400 anyway. I guess I should have know better.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: اللوح الأزرق; Author: Gilbert Sinoue; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: rwy@ jmyl@ wt'khdhn l~ jnb akhr mn rwy@ thlthy@ GrnT@ ... wk'nn nqf fy lmntSf byn `rb wl'sbn lnshhd l'Hdth mn khll@ ..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: الإنسان ذو البعد الواحد; Author: Herbert Marcuse; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: ktb ry'` wtHlyl llwq` lm`sh mn n lnsn 'SbH y`ysh Hy@ dh b`d wHd fy mjtm` sthlky lynZr lyh sw~ mtlqy wmtsthlk Gyr qdr `l~ lbd` .. wlkn y`yb hdhh lnskh@ ftqdh l`dd mn lSfHt mn S 240 Ht~ 257 whdh my`yb hdhh lnskh@ mn nHy@ lTb`h wshkr; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: الضوء الأزرق; Author: Hsyn lbrGwthy; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: hdh lktb yTbq jml@ qlh Hsyn fy ktb@ .. tmr mn ljnwn dwn 'n tlms@ brGm mt`t@ l 'n byn lsTwr `brt tstHq 'n tqr' mrt `dyd@ l'nh ykmn fy dkhlh mnjm mn dhhb khlS ... stmt`t bh ...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: حكاية الحداثة في المملكة العربية السعودية; Author: `bd llh lGdhmy; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: wHq a nh Hky@ ... slwb lktb sls jda wmmt` , wmshwq mzlt fy Twr lqr@; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: بورتريه الوحدة; Author: mHmd Hmd; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: l 'stTy` lqwl sw~ nh knt nSwS wthyr@ ,dfy'@ wk'n thm@ Hy@ byn Tyt hdhh lSfHt .. 'Hbbt ktbth hn wfy 'rwH `ry@; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: رحلتي الفكرية: في البذور والجذور والثمر; Author: `bd lwhb lmsyry; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: ktb y'khdhk byn SfHth mn 'wl wrq@ , jmyl srd l'fkr wldhkryt fyh wltjrb wlkhbrt fyh bshkl mbsT wslsl ... mn lktb lty t`Ty nTb` jyd wHqyq@ stfdt blkthyr mnh; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: نبت الأرض وابن السماء: الحرية والفن عند علي عزت بيجوفيتش; Author: mHmd Hmd l'Hmry; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: qym@ fkry@ wjmly@ hy'l@ byn Tyt hdh lktyb , jwhr@ SGyr@ lmfkr kbyr wktb qdr `l~ 'n ymt`n fy kl SfH@ ...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: سيكولوجية الجماهير; Author: Gustave Le Bon; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: sykywlwj@ ljmhyr ...lt'thyr `l~ ljmhyr shbyh blt'thyr `l~ lnfs l'nh klhm yHtj lstrtyHy@ lfhm hdhh lsykywlwjy@ wTryq@ lt'thyr `lyh .. hdh lktb mmt` bjnb lfy'dh lkbyr@ fyh .. ,stmt`t bqrth kthyr; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: اللاهوت العربي وأصول العنف الديني; Author: ywsf zydn; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: 'nthyt mn qr@ lktb wkn lnTb` ljyd syd lmwqf rHl@ ldynt wmSHbh mn shklyt wtHlyl wnqd wHqy'q dyny@wtrykhy@ lm 'twq` 'n tsrd bhdhh lshwl@ wlmt`h ,, ktb dhw qym@ kbyr@ 'HtfZt blkthyr mn lqtbst lty lm tktb l ltqr' kthyran ,, llkthyr mn lHqyq@ 'nSH bqrth wlmHby lqrt ltrykhy@ ll'dyn 'nSH bh ..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: منطق ابن خلدون; Author: `ly lwrdy; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: nthyt mn qr@ hdh lktb bshkl sr` mm twq`t ,st`rD lmnTq lqdym wmnTq bn khldwn bshkl khS ,wk'n lwrdy tm`wn fy lrD lty s`dt `l~ thyy'@ fkr bn khldwn mn jmy` lnwHy wtjwzh lsrd lnwHy lslbyh fy bn khldwn yD wl `lm md~ SHth ! `jbtny lmqrnh fy fkrh bfkr lkhryn lky y`Ty Swrh wDHh `n tjh wfkr bn khldwn ..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: حكومة الظل; Author: mndhr lqbny Monther Alkabbani; Genres: history, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction, mystery; Review: nhyt rwy@ Hkwm@ lZl ,Gnyh jd bmtHwyh mn tfSyl shyqh ,tnwl `Sryn mkhtlfyn wrbT lHdth wt`qbh jmyl Df~ `lyh tshwyq kthr ..tmnyt lw knt Twl wkthr tfSyl fhy rwyh shbh bltwthyq lHdth jd mGybh fy trykhn ,stTy` lqwl bnh rwyh `rbyh nmwdhjyh jdan ..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: عودة الغائب; Author: mndhr lqbny Monther Alkabbani; Genres: history, fiction, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, mystery; Review: ljz lthny mn Hkwm@ lZl , 'r~ n ljz l'wl 'jml w'kthr trbT , `mwman lslwb lrwy'y ldyh ry'` wldkhwl fy `lm lrmwz wltrykh shy jmyl fy rwyth ...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bell Jar; Author: Sylvia Plath; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: ntSft fy qrth lm 'r~ sw~ fth `dyh kHl lkthyr mn lftyt hwjs wqlq .Hyrh wtsw'lt tfkr bSwt msmw` bshkl yj`lk tnqsh nfsk yD .. fy lmntSf tmm ln , rbm mqbl lnfq lmDlm !; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: النساء والفضاءات العامة في المملكة العربية السعودية; Author: Amelie Le Renard; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: 'nthyt mn qr@ ktb lns wlfDt l`m@ wl'nh bHth wSfy fkn qrth mn lshy' lshl lysyr t`rDt llfDt lnswy@ l`m@ fy lryD ljm`t ,l'swq , ltjm`t lnswy@ wkyf ytm ltf`l dkhl hdhh lfDt wkyfy@ ntj lm`yyr wlqym lkhS@ llns ..; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: سمرقند; Author: Amin Maalouf; Genres: history, young-adult, poetry, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: ry'`@; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: كافكا على الشاطئ; Author: Haruki Murakami; Genres: romance, thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: 'nthyt bwqt qysy jdan mn qr@ hdhh lrwy@ wk'n lzmn ynsb kHbt lrml tmman tt'rjH lSfHt mbyn lwq` wlmytfyzyqy wk'nh tmryn ll`ql lky yqbl mwr lm'lwf wytmh~ m`h mtl't blm`n~ wfDt blt'ml ,fryd@ mn nw`h ktbth lyst blshy' lshl wqn` lqry' bhdh l`ml kn lshy' l'kthr njHan wS`wbh ...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: بجعات برية; Author: Jung Chang; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: dh knt hdhh ljn@ fm hw ljHym*. ............... drm nsny@ Hqan ,Gtyl l`ql wtskhyr ljsd wtkbyl lrwH wlmsh`r l'jl ltmjyd kn Hqan mwt lm qbl lmwt 600 SfH@ wlknh z kl tlk lsnwt bD` SfHt khlS@ hdhh lmlHm@: hw kyf lltTrf 'n yHl `l~ lbshr kl`n@ ltbqy wltdhr; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: الغجر : ذاكرة الأسفار وسيرة العذاب; Author: jml Hydr; Genres: non-fiction, history, biography, historical fiction; Review: ktb lTyf y`tbr mdkhl lqr@ lGjr m 'n tnhyh ytkwn ldyk km jyd mn lm`lwmt `nhm .y`tbr hw lSwr@ l'wl~ `nhm wblnsb@ lhdh lktb fqd '`T~ Swr@ wfy@ lmn ywd lktf .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: أحببتك أكثر مما ينبغي; Author: 'thyr `bdllh lnshmy; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: lm 'kn 'nwy qrth 'bd , wl tsthwyny hdhh lnw`yh mn lrwyt lknh wq`t fy ydy mSdfh qrt lSfHh lwl~ thm tlth lthnyh Ht~ wSlt llmy'tyn dwn n sh`r blwqt w thql lSfHt , tnqDt lmsh`r hy mlhbt shrr@ lrwyh fSbH lftyl ysr` by Hyth lnhyh , 'stTy` n qwl nh rwyh ry'`h ktbh lkthyr mn Hwrth bl`myh j`lh qrybh jd , shfqt `l~ jmn kthyr , DHkt kthyr wt'lmt lh kthyr , `nwnh ah Hkyh 'khr~ tstHq n trw~; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Waterside Holiday Park Park Resorts; City: Maldon Essex England; Review: Just got back from waterside, was not expecting much just wanted a relaxed break. Was actually impressed, walked the coastal path a few times, visited Maldon, did the canal trip from Heybridge up through Maldon, and visited the East Anglian Railway Museum (using the 2 for 1 voucher in the park resorts welcome pack.) Only downside was the welcome pack only turned up on the day we left and just caught the postman coming up the road to get it. Also on the park resorts website ( [--] ) picture 4 of 7 shows a family eating in the Water's Edge Tavern clubhouse, when on arrival it turned out they had never served food in there only in the takeaway/cafe/shop that closed at 6pm most nights.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apartamentos La Jabega; City: Fuengirola Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: Just got back from jabega apartments and as usual nothing to fault. Was given room on 10th floor with sea views, room was cleaned daily, paid 30 euro deposit for the air con and tv remote (money fully returned on departure). Take the train from airport (new station now underground) to los boliches, come out of los boliches station, turn left, follow road to seafront and then turn right walk past hotel yaramar and you will be at the hotel within 10 minutes of leaving station for just 2.20 euro. Another tip for a train journey is a day out in alora up inland, take the train from los boliches to malaga victoria kent then change onto the c2 line to alora for 3.50 euro return A good buffet restaurant we found was the don q buffet (come out of hotel heading towards the port and it's about 5 minutes walk away) all you can eat for 8.95 euro.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Burstin Hotel; City: Folkestone Kent England; Review: Have stayed here 4 times now, for the price we paid we really can not ask for more. £29 twin room with breakfast, never noticed any smell of smoke inside room or corridors. Yes there are smokers outside of the entrance, but so what - i'm not paying to stay the night in the entrance. I don't think it is worth the prices that come up online when there is more demand, but if it comes up again at the great value we paid would go back a 5th time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golf View Hotel; City: Afandou Rhodes Dodecanese South Aegean; Review: We stayed at the hotel for the week 19th - 26th September, having only paid just over £300 each and having read the reviews we were not expecting too much. Yes there are some faults to be pointed out but overall it was very good for the money. We opted for the cheapest flights departing gatwick around 9pm on wednesday night and getting to the hotel about 5am, then departing rhodes at around 4am thursday 27th, getting back to gatwick about 5.30am. Like i said this was our choice, we could have had better flight times for a higher price, but this would not have included transfers and baggage. Our flights with Strategic were fine, nice comfortable seats, on time, little lacking in leg room but that is the norm. Our transfer from the airport was a little long winded and took about an hour, on arrival at the hotel we were dropped off at the bottom of the hill up to the hotel, got checked in by George and shown to the room by the owner. All facilities were closed in the hotel, but had expected this and packed a few snacks to eat. In the morning, went down to breakfast - perfectly ok, english breakfast, little sausages bit like hot dogs, bacon a bit like spam, eggs and beans, then bread, cheese, lunchon meat tea and coffee. Maybe not exactly an english breakfast, but we are not in england, we are in greece. First minor problem (although we had read this online before going) there was no hot water until around midday, but combine this with not being allowed to flush paper down toilet and having to put it in a bin that when you put your foot on the pedal only opens 8 or 10cm so you need to use a hand to hold it open, then having done this there not being any hot water to wash your hands. We kept paper to a minimum and flushed it away. The rooms are large and had all we needed, found a german tv channel that was mostly in english, fair sized under counter like fridge that kept everything really cold (better than our fridge at home) You are asked if you would like to pay extra for the air conditioning, we didn't bother and just kept the room door and balcony door open with a window in the corridor open. We ate some lunchtimes and every night and the food was fine, never a night where we didn't find anything we liked, maybe wouldn't have picked the dish if we were given more choice, but the food was perfectly ok. There was supposed to be snacks mid morning and mid afternoon - this was popcorn at the start of the week and nothing towards the end, but with only 3 hours between breakfast and lunch and 5 hours between lunch and dinner you were not exactly left hungry!! Drinks were limited to one at a time, with a choice of soft drinks, beer, wine, some spirits, cocktails and mixers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Europa Gatwick Hotel; City: Crawley West Sussex England; Review: We stayed in the lodge 11th november for the night before our flight from gatwick, we paid just £50 for the night including buffet dinner, buffet breakfast and a bottle of wine, for the price we worked out we were basically paying about £5 for the room time you costed the included food and drink. The room is a little small, the freeview tv breaking up a lot, but it was clean, warm and comfortable so really can't complain at all. The dinner was a carvery setup, with few other choices too - only minor complaint is why the gravy is located next to the meat being carved, so as you make your way along to get your veg etc to go with the meat, you then have to try and get back into the queue for the meat again. Breakfast was very good too, wondered around and found the gym/spa area which looked good too although we never used it. If we couldn't get into the royal albion hotel (also britannia hotels) in brighton for a cheap stay, i would consider staying here if going to brighton instead. Only thing i think let it down a little was allowing people who are leaving their cars here whilst on holiday to park directly in front of the lodge, so when they return in the early hours, the cars headlights glare through the curtains and wake you up. Will be returning, especially if £50 again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Palma Bay Club Resort; City: Playa de Palma Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: We stayed here from 12th - 19th November, we arrived about 9pm after monarch rescheduled our flight times so was ready and waiting to be sent to another hotel folr being double booked, but we were checked in quickly and given a room in the Hawaii block, given our waistband, so dumped suitcase in the room and headed for dinner. The food was very good, normally a choice of salads and bread etc for starters, and a choice of two meat dishes, 1 fish dish, 1 vegetarian dish, 1 side vegetable and 2 potatoes (1 always chips), then selection of desserts and ice creams. Breakfasts basically english, cold meats, cheese, yogurts, cereals, cakes, bread and jams. At the weekend the hotel filled up with Spanish families, which made the restaurant noisy, but tells you how popular this hotel is if it is full in november. Put on 6kg in the week, so says it all!! Room was basic but comfortable, good shower, tv only had 2 english news channels but heating/air con is free unlike some other stays we have done. The drinks where good, San Miguel beer, branded soft drinks and even smirnoff vodka (or at least the label said it was). We paid the 15 euros for the internet pass that worked in our room too. We took the bus (15/25) on the front to palma 3 times, did the open top bus tour which was good, did the return journey on the old sollier train, and visited ikea (get the bus 15 until you come to harbour outside palma, 10 minutes walk taking 2 bridges over duel carrageway), the store isn't that big, but we only wanted a small item. Also visited the aquarium in the resort, this was very good too, maybe avoid weekdays as when we went past on the bus, there was crowds of school children waiting to go in, we went on the sunday when not too busy. Would stay again soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gran Cervantes by Blue Sea; City: Torremolinos Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: We stayed here late March, booked fairly last minute, just after a good value central hotel near to the train station and gay nightlife. Room was a good size, clean, had everything we needed. TV channels a bit dull being just BBC news channel in English but paid the 25 euros for the weeks WiFi access so didn't really watch it much. Food was OK, a lot of pork but other choices too, only one complaint being unlike other buffet restaurants the serveries are scattered about a bit so everyone is wondering around a lot . Stayed all inclusive, drinks were fine breakfast until 10am, continental breakfast from 11am in the bar, lunch from 1pm, dinner 7- 10pm with more snacks in between. Beach a short walk downhill, took the lift for 50 cents back up to the hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful, especially the bar staff. Only annoyance being the lifts are slow and apart from the ground floor there is no display outside the lift showing you where the lift is. Would stay again though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sunshine Village; City: Hersonissos Crete; Review: Could not fault this hotel in any way, drinks all inclusive fine, some weaker than normal but it is all self service, help yourself to all spirits, beer, wine and soft drinks which was nice! Food was good too, never had a day where there was nothing I liked although ice cream for breakfast seemed a bit odd but popular with children! There is free WiFi if you sit in the reception area and sometimes in parts of the bar too. The best part of the hotel though are the staff, very helpful and friendly. The hill up is not too bad can be down in 10 minutes and when you get back to the hotel you can grab a drink too. Also there is a free shuttle bus put on 3 times a day. Only other point, if you are looking on Google maps the location is wrong, if you find Belvedere Hotel on the map it is up the road off main road next to the Belvedere one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Europa Gatwick Hotel; City: Crawley West Sussex England; Review: Second time here this time on return from holiday, again booked into the lodge but on arrival was upgraded to the main hotel. Personally I preferred the lodge, but by getting the main hotel we did get the full sized bed and bigger room. The food was very nice, but exactly the same as when we stayed in November 2012, maybe just a coincidence I can't see them serving the exact same food every day. We paid £65 for dinner, bed, breakfast, bottle of wine and return coach transfers from Gatwick airport and back (came by train) which considering that the food to purchase on arrival would cost £54 and transfers £10 it was basically £1 for the room and wine Would not need need much persuading to go back if needing a hotel in the area again at such good value, would have paid the same for room only in any other of the characterless bland chain hotels around Gatwick.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Europa Gatwick Hotel; City: Crawley West Sussex England; Review: Stayed here again before Gatwick flight, still same great value stay, £55 for two of us including buffet dinner, bottle of wine and buffet breakfast plus £10 for 2 return transfers. Yeah it is a bit tatty still in the bar but for this price I don't really care. Try and find somewhere else this near to Gatwick for the same price with all this included. Coming back next time we fly cause it would have cost £100 for train travel early morning but only £36 the day before off peak using railcard, so basically a free night away with food and drink.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: H TOP Olympic; City: Calella Catalonia; Review: Just back from a weeks stay all inclusive and in general the place is OK. Good location, maybe not much of a view from the balcony facing a coach park but close to the beach, and only 15 minutes walk to the nudist beach too. The rooms are a bit worn but clean, we stayed on the 5th floor and only noise was the first night with a guest 2 rooms away shouting at room next door to shut up (more threatening than shouting!) But you can't blame the hotel for that. Food was OK, funny that the one night there was a survey to fill out on the food, the choice was a lot bigger though and drinks free until midnight was good too! Entertainment ranged from flamenco dancing to butlins style party games. Only downside to the bar was one member of staff that messes around behind the bar and only really has any interest if you're young and in a skirt! The rest of the staff were great though. Paid for the WiFi for the week which was only 20 euros and worked anywhere in the hotel. Other bonus with the hotel is you are allowed to use the facilities at the sister (better!) hotel round the corner including the rooftop spas and bar until 7pm, eat there for lunch once and have discount on drinks at the blue bar on the beach too. We did Barcelona once and did the open top bus tours, tip here, buy the combination ticket at the station and get the train for free, 26 euros normally just for the bus tours, but same price including train travel from calella into barcelona - also avoid the very long queues and walk back one stop from the Catalonia station pickup point! Get straight on with no queues. Would also point out when picking a flight time, we were picked up 5 hours before flight from the hotel on return so very long day. Could do journey by train changing at sants station but bit of a walk with cases from the station.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catalonia Colombo; City: S illot Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: We stayed all inclusive, wanted a relaxed break and this place fitted perfectly. Located right on the beach. The view from our room was not brilliant but we had not paid much and had no intention of spending the week laying in bed so was not a problem, the food was great, always something to eat and very tasty, the drinks were good too, no tiny little glasses of weak stuff, these were strong and in coca cola paper cups the size of a large drink in a fast food restaurant here. Theres no wifi in the rooms but they offer free wifi which works in the bar and reception. Entertainment was good, the Micheal Buble tribute act especially, also found open air entertainment at the hotel next to the bridge you could sit on the river wall and watch. We went mainly because of the nice looking nudist beach we found online at cala morlandia down the road, if you also have plans to go there and have seen the nice looking sandy beach photo be aware that was taken around 2005 and the sand has all gone leaving a rather uncomfortable rocky beach!! The main beach (clothed) outside the hotel though is lovely with slow gradual depth of water to walk out into. Other advantage is the hotel allows you go have drinks on your all inclusive and take them onto the beach. If you fancy a quiet drink, theres a nice tapas bar next door up the steps on the front too, very friendly and reasonable prices. We did the safari zoo which we walked to but there is a free shuttle bus in the resort, was ok but mainly the driver feeding bread to get them to come close to the safari tour, not that bad, but some of the actual zoo enclosures were a bit small. Also visited the caves in Porto Cristo, was good, the concert a little surreal, but if its busy don't bother with the boat trip after the music, we walked and within a minute had passed where the boat would have taken us to.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sand Bay Leisure Resort; City: Kewstoke Weston super Mare Somerset England; Review: Just got back from pontins, sand bay. Its not the Ritz but then at £280 for 6 nights for the 2 of us including all you can eat breakfast and dinner, we didn't expect it to be. The room was basic but it was clean and comfortable, only minor complaint would be there's only 2 sockets in the chalet so would recommend taking an adaptor with you. The food was tasty, obviously the budget isn't going to be huge for the catering, but never went hungry and it varied every night. The breakfast was fine, only thing missing was yogurt (we stay at Britannia Hotels who own pontins so was expecting the same setup.) The drinks prices at the bar were reasonable too, £3.60 for a pint of San Miguel, bottle of house wine £9. The leisure complex is good too, sauna, spa, swimming pool, snooker and table tennis all free to use. The entertainment is geared towards the majority of the older guests, including tribute acts and cash bingo. There were football matches being shown in a second bar if bingo etc wasn't you thing. The new manager is very friendly and doing his best to renovate the place after obvious years of neglect. The location is nice and peaceful, it you want to goto Weston Super Mare at night, you will need to drive or use a taxi though as the last bus is before 6pm coming back. Would go back, was nice to have no screaming children ANYWHERE!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pontin s Camber Sands Centre; City: Camber Rye East Sussex England; Review: I had not bothered to write a review of this place until now because the only other pontins we had stayed at was sand bay, which pontins had recently took over so i just assumed this place was the norm and that sand bay would end up lowering itself to this dump's (lack of) standards. We booked just the day before we arrived as it had come up cheap, the chalet was ok, but if we had gone self catering, the rusty pots and pans would have made cooking a challenge. We booked to stay "self service buffet" half board, yet the "managements" idea of this seems to be someone serving you a small plate of bland food and that's your lot, unlike as stated on the booking confirmation. We have just got back from pakefield pontins which really does put this dump to shame, after this place i wasn't too keen on the idea of trying pakefield, which if pontins are reading this, probably isn't doing yourselves are favors, but thankfully we did try it and the place was lovely, all food WAS self service buffet as stated this time. If you are thinking of booking pontins and these two camps come up at similar price, distance etc, avoid this place at all costs!! Come on pontins, employ a competent manager as bring this place up to standard. Even a local who we spoke to who's daughter worked for the ambulance service said when they get called out to the camp, the first thing they ask the ill guest is "have you eaten their food" - not a good reputation!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sand Bay Leisure Resort; City: Kewstoke Weston super Mare Somerset England; Review: We stayed here last September so when we received the letter in the post offering 4 nights for £140 this week, we were very interested. The room we had was a little tatty, with stains on the bed valance and on the walls, cobwebs in the room, but at the end of the day we knew not to expect too much, its cheap after all. The impression we got was it had gone downhill a little since we last stayed, the food was not so good, maybe the budget had been cut to pay for the renovation work going on at the time. We both got upset stomachs Tuesday and Wednesday nights and my partner was sick. By Thursday morning we couldn't face another night and packed our bags and left a day early. I'm a chef and would not at all blame it necessarily on the food straight away, but we did not eat offsite once, it could be a bug we picked up as the reception said nobody else had reported it when we checked out, we will never really know. The entertainment was good on the second night, Paul Sylvester, the first night was a Catherine Jenkins tribute, but to be honest, we had to leave after 30 minutes because it was making our ears hurt (we both have tinnitus so this wasn't her fault!!). We got to Bristol and visited the Clifton suspension bridge visitor center thanks to Imodium, which was good, sadly due to being up all night the other nights ill, that's all we got around to doing.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Royal Albion Hotel Brighton; City: Brighton East Sussex England; Review: Stayed here a few times and this time was possibly the best room we've had yet. Booked through expedia one of their secret room breaks and this is what we were given. Got a triple room part facing sea/coach park, £151 for 3 nights (about £27 cheaper than booking a double room direct). Only stayed room only as didn't think it was worth the extra for breakfast, had breakfast in wetherspoons first morning, yates on the second and crown carvery on way out of town coming home all very good and cheaper than adding to booking. This is where i feel britannia hotels (in general) let themselves down - PRICE. I'm reviewing this based on the price we paid, and for that price, it was great. But i've looked at staying in some of their various places, and for the prices that sometimes come up, i can understand the bad reviews. Simple answer is if this place comes up cheap, book it, it's fine. But if it comes up expensive, look around for somewhere else.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 1 Lexham Gardens; City: London England; Review: Just got back from 2 nights stay here, booked this place because partner was being treated in the hospital this backs onto so needed a place local to stay. The room was fine, we were on top (4th) floor, it was hot, but then the heat was on the news so you could hardily blame the hotel for that!! Beds were comfortable, bathroom is tiny, but perfectly usable, flat screen tv and a fan in the room. We didn't have breakfast as partner wasn't allowed to eat before being admitted, but instead one of us lived off Sainsbury's food just a minutes walk from hotel. Reception were extremely helpful, room was cleaned whilst we were at the hospital the following day. Would stay here again if we needed to be in the same area again, the hospital gave us a list of hotels (this wasn't on it) and the cheapest on their list was double what we paid.. Its better than basic, a bit small, but ideal for a base.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Avengers: Infinity War - Part I (2018); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Isle of Dogs (2018); Genres: Animation, Comedy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inception (2010); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dark Knight, The (2008); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Avatar (2009); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Slumdog Millionaire (2008); Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bohemian Rhapsody (2018); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deadpool 2 (2018); Genres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Searching (2018); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Incredibles 2 (2018); Genres: Action, Adventure, Animation, Children; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shawshank Redemption, The (1994); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back (1980); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Raiders of the Lost Ark (Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark) (1981); Genres: Action, Adventure; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Interstellar (2014); Genres: Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Martian (2015); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, IMAX; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, IMAX; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Limitless (2011); Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Edge of Tomorrow (2014); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wolf of Wall Street, The (2013); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Source Code (2011); Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Genres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: The Butterfly Effect (2004); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Arrival (2016); Genres: Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shutter Island (2010); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: District 9 (2009); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hangover, The (2009); Genres: Comedy, Crime; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek (2009); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King's Speech, The (2010); Genres: Drama; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Quiet Place (2018); Genres: Drama, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sorry to Bother You (2018); Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Upgrade (2018); Genres: Action, Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hot Fuzz (2007); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Matrix, The (1999); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Independence Day (a.k.a. ID4) (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fargo (1996); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Sixth Sense, The (1999); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible (1996); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead (2004); Genres: Comedy, Horror; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Watchmen (2009); Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller, IMAX; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days Later (2002); Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Game Night (2018); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Horror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lock, Stock & Two Smoking Barrels (1998); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: The Commuter (2018); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American History X (1998); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Get Out (2017); Genres: Horror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I, Tonya (2017); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Baby Driver (2017); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Seven (a.k.a. Se7en) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018); Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Clockwork Orange, A (1971); Genres: Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Den of Thieves (2018); Genres: Crime; Rating: 2.5/5.0
Title: Silence of the Lambs, The (1991); Genres: Crime, Horror, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Green Mile, The (1999); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Death Wish (2018); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Annihilation (2018); Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Logan (2017); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mechanic: Resurrection (2016); Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ocean's 8 (2018); Genres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American Made (2017); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ex Machina (2015); Genres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The (2011); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Django Unchained (2012); Genres: Action, Drama, Western; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Seven Sisters (2017); Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Thor: Ragnarok (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: It (2017); Genres: Horror; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Black Panther (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Annabelle: Creation (2017); Genres: Horror; Rating: 0.5/5.0
Title: Nightcrawler (2014); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone Girl (2014); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Logan Lucky (2017); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Genres: Action, Crime, Film-Noir, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Bourne Identity, The (2002); Genres: Action, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Genres: Crime, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Others, The (2001); Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Graduate, The (1967); Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Game, The (1997); Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daddy's Home 2 (2017); Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Sicario (2015); Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Up (2009); Genres: Adventure, Animation, Children, Drama; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: War Dogs (2016); Genres: Comedy; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010); Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Musical, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Scarface (1983); Genres: Action, Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Untitled Spider-Man Reboot (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: The Accountant (2016); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fugitive, The (1993); Genres: Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: Ready Player One; Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 3.5/5.0
Title: War for the Planet of the Apes (2017); Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Dark Knight Rises, The (2012); Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, IMAX; Rating: 4.5/5.0
Title: Creed (2015); Genres: Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Infiltrator (2016); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Training Day (2001); Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: If These Walls Could Talk (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Being John Malkovich (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Grifters (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Entrapment (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Chill (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: All About Eve (1950); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bone Collector (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Jeopardy (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What's Love Got to Do with It (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Easy Rider (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Graduate (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Birdcage (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gothika (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Negotiator (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amelie (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Husbands and Wives (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Basquiat (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bend It Like Beckham (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Trekkies (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Spanish Prisoner (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pledge (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: About Schmidt (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Possession (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster's Ball (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In the Bedroom (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In the Company of Men (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Confidential (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Carlito's Way (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hurlyburly (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 21 Grams (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Shape of Things (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Good Girl (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Count of Monte Cristo (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Virtuosity (1995); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Crossing Guard (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Trainspotting: Collector's Edition (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Firm (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Insider (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Phone Booth (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Breaking Up (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Closer (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secretary (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Amores Perros (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shattered Glass (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spider (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Hurricane (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Man Who Cried (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Swimming Pool (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Glory (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Soul Food (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boogie Nights (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pulp Fiction (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heist (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quills (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malcolm X (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maria Full of Grace (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reservoir Dogs (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Natural Born Killers (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Time to Kill (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Requiem for a Dream (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dogma (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revolutions (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boyz N the Hood (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Better Off Dead (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clockers (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: About a Boy (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Reloaded (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rocky (1976); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scent of a Woman (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Do the Right Thing (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: School Daze (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Go (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Minority Report (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angels in America (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Rwanda (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crash (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Chicago (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Down With Love (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mulholland Drive (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Summer of Sam (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix: Revisited (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dead Presidents (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Education (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Strangelove (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Usual Suspects (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bicycle Thief (1948); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dog Day Afternoon (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roger & Me (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Presumed Innocent (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ice Storm (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hard Eight (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Psycho (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Up at the Villa (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heat: Special Edition (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sling Blade (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Snatch (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Open Water (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scarface: 20th Anniversary Edition (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Killing Me Softly (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Simple Plan (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Birth (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eyes Wide Shut (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Election (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kiss the Girls (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Weight of Water (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Quiet American (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Shining (1980); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Guilty as Sin (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Interpreter (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lone Star (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: In the Cut (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pillow Talk (1959); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: K-19: The Widowmaker (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dangerous Liaisons (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rock Star (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Gift (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Magnolia (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vanilla Sky (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Company (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: 'Wheel Of Fortune' Guest Delivers Hilarious, Off The Rails Introduction; Abstract: We'd like to solve the puzzle, Pat: Blair Davis' loveless marriage? On Monday, "Wheel of Fortune" welcomed as a new contestant trucking business owner Blair Davis, who offered a biting introduction for himself. When host Pat Sajak asked the man from Cardiff, California, about his family, Davis plunged into one of the darkest personal summaries the show has likely ever heard. "I've been trapped in a loveless marriage for the last 12 years to an...; Category: tv
Title: If you want baseball like it used to be, this is the World Series for you; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: NFL Week 8 Power Rankings: Old-school football rules the day; Abstract: NFL Week 8 Power Rankings: Old-school football rules the day; Category: sports
Title: Ohio teen in wheelchair scores touchdown with help from his teammates; Abstract: A teen with Spina Bifida got to score a touchdown Wednesday night with Miamisburg's eighth-grade football team.; Category: sports
Title: Jussie Smollett fails to persuade judge to drop Chicago lawsuit seeking $130,000 fine; Abstract: Jussie Smollett failed to persuade a federal judge to dismiss a civil suit by city seeking $130,000 for wasting police time.; Category: tv
Title: In Columbiana, Ohio, the Nicest Place in America, Nobody Gets Left Behind; Abstract: In Columbiana, Ohio, nobody gets left behind, from blue-collar workers, to the wealthy, to folks who sometimes need a little extra accommodation.; Category: news
Title: The 25 best "Weird Al" Yankovic parody songs; Abstract: Some of his tunes are originals, but the Prince of Parodies is obviously best known for lampooning other artists. Even when just considering the latter group of songs, picking the greatest is no easy task, but we're just the oddballs to tackle it.; Category: music
Title: Warren opens up 7-point lead over Biden nationally: poll; Abstract: Sen. Elizabeth Warren has opened up a 7-point lead in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary, according to a Quinnipiac University poll.; Category: news
Title: Repair or replace: Here's a rule of thumb for when it's time to break up with your old car; Abstract: Is there a sweet spot that tells you when it's time to stop putting money into an old car?; Category: finance
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: Cold air stretches across much of the US as California fire conditions recede; Abstract: Cold air is settling in across much of the U.S. this weekend, while the fire weather threat in Southern California is finally over.; Category: weather
Title: 12 Things U.S. Presidents Have to Pay for on Their Own; Abstract: Not everything comes for free with the (White) house. The post 12 Things U.S. Presidents Have to Pay for on Their Own appeared first on Reader's Digest.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: Foles will start for Jaguars over Minshew after bye week; Abstract: JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Jaguars coach Doug Marrone believes quarterback Nick Foles gives the team "a better chance of winning right now." Marrone announced Tuesday he will start Foles over rookie sensation Gardner Minshew "going forward." He made the decision during the team's bye week, saying Foles is ready to return from a broken left collarbone and will start next week at Indianapolis. "For me, it was looking back at all the work we put...; Category: sports
Title: 'The Little Mermaid Live!': TV Review; Abstract: ABC's "hybrid format" live performance of the Disney classic spent more time replaying moments from the original film than staging a grand musical spectacular.; Category: tv
Title: 105 Black Friday Deals You Can Start Shopping Today; Abstract: Save with early bird deals from stores like Walmart, Target, Amazon, Costco, Sam's Club, Kohl's, Sears, JCPenney, and Macy's, which are offering deep Black Friday discounts on the hottest products on your Christmas list and your wish list starting on Thanksgiving, or even sooner.; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Schott Zwiesel Tritan Crystal Glass Pure Stemware Collection Champagne Flute with Effervescence Points, 7.1-Ounce, Set of 6; Brand: Schott Zwiesel; Review: Fantastic!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schott Zwiesel Tritan Crystal Glass Cru Classic Stemware Collection Champagne Flute with Effervescence Points, 8.4-Ounce, Set of 6; Brand: Schott Zwiesel; Review: LIke it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schott Zwiesel Tritan Crystal Glass Paris Barware Collection Collins/Long Drink Cocktail Glass 11.1-Ounce, Set of 6; Brand: Schott Zwiesel; Review: I love it; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Schott Zwiesel Tritan Crystal Glass Mondial Stemware Collection All Purpose Beverage, Water/Beer Glass 13.2-Ounce, Set of 6; Brand: Schott Zwiesel; Review: Looks very good and beautiful. I love it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Vandor Star Wars Salt & Pepper Shakers (54017); Brand: Vandor; Review: I like this,; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Food Doctor Diet; Author: Visit Amazon's Ian Marber Page; Review: The Food Doctors Diet is the best collection of dietary advice I have seen concentrated in one source. It combines the best advice I have received from my personal doctor, nutritianist and much reading over the years as I have attempted to assist me in my control of diabetes 2 symptoms. It is eady to use, easy to combine into tasty meals and seems to be doing the trick in terms of maintaining a healthy blood sugar level.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Never Cry Wolf with Connections; Author: Visit Amazon's Farley Mowat Page; Review: Another great escape! This time its to the far North and life amongst the wolves. Farley Mowat never fails to captivate my attention.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Calligrapher's Bible : 100 Complete Alphabets and How to Draw Them; Author: Visit Amazon's David Harris Page; Review: A detailed, instructive book showings a variety of calligraphic styles and the techniques necessary to create them . Each letter is illustrated as a sequence of strokes with details of serifs, type of pen and nib angle. The book is beautifully illustrated and inspirational . If you are interested in learning the art of calligraphy this excellent manual will serve you as a thorough guide to the art form.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mel Bay Fun With the Tin Whistle (Method & Song Book for D Tin Whistle); Author: Visit Amazon's William Bay Page; Review: Good beginners book! Gets the new player started and ready for an intermediate study. Familiar,simple songs. I am now ready to begin one of the Internet Courses. Strongly recommend getting the cd so you can imitate what the song should sound like.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: "The Complete Irish Tin Whistle Tutor"; Author: Visit Amazon's L.E. McCullough Page; Review: This book provides a range of music that enables the player to expand his choices as it varies from relatively simple tunes to more complex, and challenging music.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Traditional Slow Airs of Ireland: for Pennywhistle (Penny & Tin Whistle); Author: Tomas O'Canainn; Review: The more I play these tuens the more I find to like about them. Wide variation in the range of difficulty and ideal to learn playing the instruement.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Lockwood Manor Motel; City: New Plymouth Taranaki Region North Island; Review: Central to the city. Lovely units, with modern kitchen and bathroom. Little extra's like the ground coffee for the plunger, dressing gowns, tissues. Clean. Warm. Lovely fresh linen. The only issue was some street noise, even with the ear plugs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The International Cozy Inn; City: New York City New York; Review: My friend and I spent a week here. We were on the top floor (4 flights) so was a bit of a trek up and down the stairs each day! With a shared toilet/shower, which was clean and on the same floor. Service was friendly. Rooms were clean. Great that there is a kitchen with most utensils (although some pots and containers were still greasy from previous guests). TV didn't work, but they were quick to fix this the next day. It was a small room and a little cramped for 2. The decor was funky. Although Harlem is a much safer place these days, we did feel a little wary on some parts of Lenox Ave when walking at night to the subway. However after some days found that the no.7 bus goes right up to the door, from lower East side of Manhattan. It's a bit out of the way from central Manhattan, but public transport is good. So a folder with information like that, local eateries, laundry facilities, grocery etc, would be helpful. All in all, I would recommend it, and would stay again.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Family Inn Saigon; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: Room was on the 6th level facing alley way. Was smallish for a double (2 king single beds) Decor a bit tired and dated. Bathroom OK, shower over the bath Mattress's weren't great but linen good. Complimentary water to drink but no tea or coffee (although electric jug and cups and saucers available) Free WiFi Breakfast great, staff lovely. Was in quite a good location of HCM. Map provided from the hotel was OK but could have been better. Tours organized through hotel used a company that were not the best bus's in the world. And the one day to Mekong Delta was OK, didn't come back via the toll road, so back late in the dark and dropped off was not at hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Golden Sun Villa Hotel; City: Hanoi; Review: My friend and I loved the Golden Sun Villa Hotel. A small hotel, with a tiny alleyway to access it from the road, and then it's light and airy and quiet. Staff were amazing and Kevin was helpful organizing the tours before we even left NZ We were upgraded for our last night after the Ha Long Bay trip, which was a pleasant and welcome surprise. The views weren't great, but it was luxury accommodation. The best thing after our 3 weeks travel and 6 different hotels in Vietnam and Cambodia, it had the best map, in colour, with information such as supermarket, eateries, etc. I would stay there again, and recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanmer Springs TOP 10 Holiday Park; City: Hanmer Springs Canterbury Region South Island; Review: We stayed in the 2 bedroom motel unit and was set up for physically disabled. Great kitchenette; heat pump/air con unit; big lounge, with Sky TV. Free WiFi. Would go again. On the edge of town. Walking distance to the hotpools and cafe. Campground well set up for children; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Cowboy Bebop; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi, Space; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Cowboy Bebop: Tengoku no Tobira; Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Space; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Monster; Genres: Drama, Horror, Mystery, Police, Psychological, Seinen, Thriller; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Naruto; Genres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: School Rumble; Genres: Comedy, Romance, School, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Texhnolyze; Genres: Action, Drama, Psychological, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: Trinity Blood; Genres: Action, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Berserk; Genres: Action, Adventure, Demons, Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Military, Romance, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell; Genres: Action, Mecha, Police, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Tsuioku-hen; Genres: Action, Drama, Historical, Martial Arts, Romance, Samurai; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Historical, Romance, Samurai; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Akira; Genres: Action, Adventure, Horror, Military, Sci-Fi, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Ai Yori Aoshi; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Harem, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Basilisk: Kouga Ninpou Chou; Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Historical, Romance, Samurai, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Black Cat; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Air; Genres: Drama, Romance, Slice of Life, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Hana yori Dango; Genres: Drama, Romance, School, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Sakigake!! Cromartie Koukou; Genres: Comedy, School, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Fruits Basket; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Fullmetal Alchemist; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Magic, Military, Shounen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: GetBackers; Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Shounen, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Hunter x Hunter; Genres: Action, Adventure, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hunter x Hunter OVA; Genres: Action, Adventure, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hunter x Hunter: Greed Island; Genres: Action, Adventure, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hunter x Hunter: Greed Island Final; Genres: Action, Adventure, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Kareshi Kanojo no Jijou; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, School, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Kimi ga Nozomu Eien; Genres: Drama, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Blood+; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Military, Mystery, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Samurai 7; Genres: Historical, Mecha, Samurai, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: s.CRY.ed; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Tactics; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Tenjou Tenge; Genres: Action, Comedy, Ecchi, Martial Arts, School, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Love Hina; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Harem, Romance, Shounen, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Love Hina Again; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Ecchi, Romance, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Wolf's Rain; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Samurai Champloo; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Historical, Samurai, Shounen; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Elfen Lied; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Psychological, Romance, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Eureka Seven; Genres: Adventure, Drama, Mecha, Romance, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Gankutsuou; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Genshiken; Genres: Comedy, Parody, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Great Teacher Onizuka; Genres: Comedy, Drama, School, Shounen, Slice of Life; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Hajime no Ippo; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Shounen, Sports; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Hajime no Ippo: Champion Road; Genres: Comedy, Shounen, Sports; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Hajime no Ippo: Mashiba vs. Kimura; Genres: Comedy, Shounen, Sports; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Gungrave; Genres: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Seinen, Super Power; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Hellsing; Genres: Action, Horror, Seinen, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Angel Heart; Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Seinen; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Shakugan no Shana; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, School, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Gantz; Genres: Action, Drama, Horror, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Karas; Genres: Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Ai Yori Aoshi: Enishi; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Harem, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Seisou-hen; Genres: Drama, Historical, Romance, Samurai, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Gun x Sword; Genres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Mecha, Sci-Fi, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex; Genres: Action, Mecha, Military, Police, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence; Genres: Mecha, Military, Police, Psychological, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Karin; Genres: Comedy, Romance, School, Shounen, Vampire; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ayakashi: Japanese Classic Horror; Genres: Fantasy, Historical, Horror; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Juubee Ninpuuchou; Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Historical, Horror, Romance, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Juubee Ninpuuchou: Ryuuhougyoku-hen; Genres: Adventure, Horror, Magic, Martial Arts, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Rec; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Tokyo Godfathers; Genres: Comedy, Drama; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG; Genres: Action, Mecha, Military, Mystery, Police, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: School Rumble Ni Gakki; Genres: Comedy, Romance, School, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu; Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Parody, School, Sci-Fi, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ouran Koukou Host Club; Genres: Comedy, Harem, Romance, School, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Utawarerumono; Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: xxxHOLiC; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Nana; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Music, Romance, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Black Lagoon; Genres: Action, Seinen; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Gintama; Genres: Action, Comedy, Historical, Parody, Samurai, Sci-Fi, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni; Genres: Horror, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hokuto no Ken; Genres: Action, Drama, Martial Arts, Sci-Fi, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Street Fighter Zero The Animation; Genres: Action, Drama, Martial Arts, Shounen, Super Power; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Crying Freeman; Genres: Action, Drama, Martial Arts, Police, Romance, Seinen; Rating: 4.0/10.0
Title: NHK ni Youkoso!; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Psychological, Romance; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Tonagura!; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Ecchi, Romance, School; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Bokura ga Ita; Genres: Drama, Romance, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Gakkou no Kaidan; Genres: Horror, Mystery, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Street Fighter II: The Movie; Genres: Action, Martial Arts, Shounen; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter 2; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter 3; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter '91; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter: Ai to Shukumei no Magnum; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter: Bay City Wars; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter: Hyakuman Dollar no Inbou; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter: The Secret Service; Genres: Action, Comedy, Mystery, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: City Hunter: Goodbye My Sweetheart; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: D.Gray-man; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Black Blood Brothers; Genres: Action, Comedy, Fantasy, Shounen, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kanon (2006); Genres: Drama, Romance, Slice of Life, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Death Note; Genres: Mystery, Police, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Shijou Saikyou no Deshi Kenichi; Genres: Action, Comedy, Martial Arts, School, Shounen; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Yamato Nadeshiko Shichihenge♥; Genres: Comedy, Shoujo; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - Solid State Society; Genres: Mecha, Military, Mystery, Police, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Ghost Hunt; Genres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery, Shoujo, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch; Genres: Action, Mecha, Military, School, Sci-Fi, Super Power; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kekkaishi; Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Shounen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Bleach Movie 1: Memories of Nobody; Genres: Action, Adventure, Super Power; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Kaze no Stigma; Genres: Action, Fantasy, Magic, Romance, Shounen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Nodame Cantabile; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Josei, Music, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Devil May Cry; Genres: Action, Demons, Fantasy; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Claymore; Genres: Action, Adventure, Demons, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai; Genres: Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann; Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Mecha, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Darker than Black: Kuro no Keiyakusha; Genres: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hayate no Gotoku!; Genres: Action, Comedy, Harem, Parody, Romance; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Lovely★Complex; Genres: Comedy, Romance, Shoujo; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Seto no Hanayome; Genres: Comedy, Parody, Romance, School; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: True Tears; Genres: Drama, Romance, School; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Clannad; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, School, Slice of Life, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon; Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Shigurui; Genres: Action, Drama, Historical, Martial Arts, Samurai, Seinen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Baccano!; Genres: Action, Comedy, Historical, Mystery, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Zombie-Loan; Genres: Action, Horror, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Stranger: Mukou Hadan; Genres: Action, Adventure, Historical, Samurai; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex 2nd GIG - Individual Eleven; Genres: Action, Mecha, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex - The Laughing Man; Genres: Action, Mecha, Mystery, Police, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Seinen; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Genshiken 2; Genres: Comedy, Parody, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kara no Kyoukai 1: Fukan Fuukei; Genres: Action, Mystery, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Shinreigari: Ghost Hound; Genres: Mystery, Psychological, Sci-Fi, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Shakugan no Shana II (Second); Genres: Action, Drama, Fantasy, Romance, School, Supernatural; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Bleach Movie 2: The DiamondDust Rebellion - Mou Hitotsu no Hyourinmaru; Genres: Action, Adventure, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Code Geass: Hangyaku no Lelouch R2; Genres: Action, Drama, Mecha, Military, Sci-Fi, Super Power; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: ef: A Tale of Memories.; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kimikiss Pure Rouge; Genres: Drama, Romance, School; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Bamboo Blade; Genres: Comedy, School, Seinen, Sports; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Rosario to Vampire; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Fantasy, Harem, Romance, School, Shounen, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: xxxHOLiC Kei; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Blassreiter; Genres: Action, Sci-Fi; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Biohazard: Degeneration; Genres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Vampire Knight; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Nogizaka Haruka no Himitsu; Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Nabari no Ou; Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Detroit Metal City; Genres: Comedy, Music; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Itazura na Kiss; Genres: Comedy, Romance, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kara no Kyoukai 2: Satsujin Kousatsu (Zen); Genres: Action, Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kara no Kyoukai 3: Tsuukaku Zanryuu; Genres: Action, Drama, Mystery, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Baccano! Specials; Genres: Action, Comedy, Historical, Mystery, Seinen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Natsume Yuujinchou; Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Shoujo, Slice of Life, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Clannad: After Story; Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance, Slice of Life, Supernatural; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Hayate no Gotoku!!; Genres: Action, Comedy, Harem, Parody, Romance; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Rosario to Vampire Capu2; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Fantasy, Harem, Romance, School, Vampire; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Toradora!; Genres: Comedy, Romance, School, Slice of Life; Rating: 9.0/10.0
Title: Kara no Kyoukai 4: Garan no Dou; Genres: Action, Mystery, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu (2009); Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Parody, Romance, School, Sci-Fi, Slice of Life; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Naruto: Shippuuden Movie 2 - Kizuna; Genres: Action, Martial Arts, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Nodame Cantabile: Paris-hen; Genres: Comedy, Josei, Music, Romance, Slice of Life; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Skip Beat!; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Shoujo; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Ga-Rei: Zero; Genres: Action, Super Power, Supernatural, Thriller; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Akaneiro ni Somaru Saka; Genres: Comedy, Harem, Romance, School; Rating: 5.0/10.0
Title: Vampire Knight Guilty; Genres: Drama, Mystery, Romance, Shoujo, Supernatural, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kuroshitsuji; Genres: Action, Comedy, Demons, Fantasy, Historical, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Asu no Yoichi!; Genres: Comedy, Ecchi, Harem, Martial Arts, Romance, Shounen; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Kurozuka; Genres: Action, Drama, Historical, Horror, Romance, Sci-Fi, Vampire; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kurokami The Animation; Genres: Action, Martial Arts, Super Power; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Hajime no Ippo: New Challenger; Genres: Comedy, Drama, Shounen, Sports; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou; Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Shoujo, Slice of Life, Supernatural; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Canaan; Genres: Action, Seinen; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: 07-Ghost; Genres: Action, Demons, Fantasy, Magic, Military, Shoujo; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Pandora Hearts; Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Higashi no Eden; Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Romance, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Phantom: Requiem for the Phantom; Genres: Action, Drama, Seinen, Thriller; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Nodame Cantabile Finale; Genres: Comedy, Josei, Music, Romance; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Kimi ni Todoke; Genres: Romance, School, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 8.0/10.0
Title: Nyan Koi!; Genres: Comedy, Harem, Romance; Rating: 7.0/10.0
Title: Kuroshitsuji II; Genres: Action, Comedy, Demons, Fantasy, Shounen, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Hakuouki; Genres: Action, Drama, Historical, Josei, Samurai, Supernatural; Rating: 6.0/10.0
Title: Kimi ni Todoke 2nd Season; Genres: Romance, School, Shoujo, Slice of Life; Rating: 7.0/10.0 | anime |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Rosen Centre Hotel; City: Orlando Florida; Review: nice grounds! but cheap revolving door entrance! like a k-marts! thin walled rooms and a super cheap drop in shower like a homeless shelters. Absolutely the worst shower water pressure of 100 hotels on 3 continents. toilet didn't work until service called. DO NOT PAY OVER 60 DOLLARS A NIGHT!! the good? i got one of the rooms with a flat screen TV. unlike the many still with cathode ray tube tvs. welcome to the 50's!!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Homewood Suites by Hilton Denton; City: Denton Texas; Review: great place to stay!! rooms are fabulous!! only downside is small flatscreen tv with very slow channel change. breakfast more show than go. good coffee but poor eggs and potatos. but it is free! great great choice in denton!!.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Place Sarasota Bradenton Airport; City: Sarasota Florida; Review: Close to tingling museum grounds and others. Had a great stay here. Good value on Priceline. Would happily return!,,, spotless large mini suite for standard price. Big flat screen. Nothing to complain about. Nice staff.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostelling International San Diego Downtown; City: San Diego California; Review: Right in middle of gas lamp district with lots of yuppie restaurants and bars.... Large hostel. Perfectly serviceable. No parking. Good value. Can walk to trolley stop. Can be noisy. Bring earplugs. Safe. A good hostel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Allamanda Laguna Phuket; City: Choeng Thale Thalang District Phuket; Review: The locations a bit isolated. We rented a car. Nice condo type suites. Had a great time! Would return. Timeshare property. Part of group of resorts. Small shopping area. Far from main part of Phuket with nightlife.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: El Cortez Cabana Suites; City: Las Vegas Nevada; Review: i've been to vegas over 100 separate trips. citycenter sucks!! got a fabulous deal on this from vegas.com. the cabana suite rooms are spotless!! flat sceen. nice lobby with guard. can not say enough good things. stay here!! you will love it!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cap Town Hotel; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: great location good tv flatscreen great bathroom very satisfied...been to numerous saigon hotels this is a value highly recomnded!! on a nice street. would return get a discount rate online.... loved it!!!!!1; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aloft Plano; City: Plano Texas; Review: great industrial look. rooms are nice. got great rate on priceline name own price. spotless, easy free parking. will stay again! good location in north dallas off tollway. new construction, friendly staff. concrete floors polished as i recall. nice bathrooms in room. big flatscreen with lots of channels.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gaido s Seaside Inn; City: Galveston Island Texas; Review: Free parking if you are going on a cruise. Basic clean room on the beach. Will return. great staff. New pool. Hot tub.. Close to great guidos restaurant. You get a 10 dollarcdiscountvcoupon for the restaurant; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Orchidee Guest House; City: Sihanoukville Sihanoukville Province; Review: Love the Orchidee and have been coming for years. Breakfast is now a nice buffet with enough nice choices. The pool is great! Worth staying here for it alone. Love the bungalows much more than upstairs rooms, reserve one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Majestic Suites; City: Bangkok; Review: The Indian owners take great care of you. Great breakfast. Good rates great location on Suk. Love this place. Walking distance to many great restaurants and attractions. Small but spotless luxury. Can't wait to return!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forest King Hotel; City: Siem Reap Siem Reap Province; Review: Been to siem reap over 10 times and have found a new favorite. On a narrowcsidestreet, this wonderful guesthouse will take care of you after a tiring day of temple exploring. Fantastic new pool with neat laterite waterfall. Can not recommend it enough. Had 3 rooms full of satisfied people stay here in Sep 2012.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostelling International San Diego Point Loma; City: San Diego California; Review: Well run hostel. Great common area with nice kitchen. Spotless bathrooms. Good location. Easy parking on the street. Great value. Nice staff. TV room is comfy. Wide variety of rooms. Stayed here many times and love it! You will not be disappointed! Stay here and save money to do things!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HI Monterey Hostel; City: Monterey Monterey County California; Review: This is a fabulous hostel. Great common area and kitchen. Dorm rooms good. Spotless bathrooms. would happily return. Great location. Walk to shops and restaurants. Can walk to aquarium. This is one of my favorite hostels.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Town View 2 Hotel; City: Phnom Penh; Review: Really good value and good clean rooms. Location a bit out of the way. Hard to get good English speaking dup or tuk tuk outside. Breakfast extra and not so good. If on a super strict budget a good choice. Have stayed there for over 10 nights; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thien Tung Hotel; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: i think the harsh reviews are overstated. i've stayed at this hotel over 12 nights and never been disappointed. you can't beat the location across from the museum. some of the high rooms have a great view. reasonably clean nice room. dont expect a lot of channels on your tv. staff stern but efficient. once arrived dead tired at 4 a.m. and was promptly given a room. recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le Cyclo; City: Phnom Penh; Review: Decent breakfast included. Nice colonial building. Get the top room if possible if you do not mind the walk up. Good staff. Safe. Great location next to pagoda in the mix of things. Will return. Close to royal palace, national museum, riverside.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chaiyapoon Inn; City: Pattaya Chonburi Province; Review: IVe stayed here a couple times and always have a nice stay. Recommend the larger rooms. All are spotless. Free Internet. Good street off the main drags. Walking distance to many restaurants and nightlife. Would return!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostelling International Baltimore; City: Baltimore Maryland; Review: I really liked this hostel in a historic old row house in a great location. Clean. Nice kitchen. Nice common area. Clean and safe. Would return. Parking. Nice dorm room. Close to shops restaurants. Location location.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Oklahoma City North; City: Village Oklahoma; Review: We had our wedding reception out of town guests stay here and everyone seemed happy. Ate Sunday brunch at the attached restaurant and it was pretty good. No complaints. Would return good value on Priceline bid ownprice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hostelling International Portland Hawthorne Hostel; City: Portland Oregon; Review: this is one of my fav. hostels. stayed there 6 nights,. mixed dorm is downstairs. was able to reserve a lower bunk. clean bathrooms. nice kitchen, albeit small. converted house. easy street parking. interesting hostel mates. cat. will return; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bridge Street Inn; City: Cambria San Luis Obispo County California; Review: Stayed here multiple times. Small rooms but very clean. Nice common room. Wonderful coffee and homemade bread for breakfast. Great location within walking distance of all of Cambria. Easy parking. Nice staff. Great value! Would happily return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Silver River Hotel; City: Phnom Penh; Review: I stayed about 10 nights at silver river on three separate times. Very very satisfied. Clean but smallish rooms. Fabulous breakfast. Good staff. Dingy carpet in halls. Nice lobby. Great great location. I know pp hotels and this a great one for value. Book it with confidence!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Quinta Inn Suites Oklahoma City Norman; City: Norman Oklahoma; Review: Got a decent rate on Priceline. Big clean room, good breakfast included,would return. Easy parking, wife liked it. Felt safe, no problems mon...... Good staff. No issues.... Next to mall and same club...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza; City: Kansas City Missouri; Review: this is a great marriott close to country club plaza and the museums. nice views from the upper rooms. convenient shuttle to and from country club plaza. nice lobby bar with great mojitos!! got a good priceline rate and could not be more satisfied!! can find parking on street if don't want to pay hotel rates.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hyatt Place Oklahoma City Airport; City: Oklahoma City Oklahoma; Review: This is a nice place. Front desk clerk took the time to walk me around the property and describe the amenities. Unheard of! Huge mini suites standard. Clean as a whistle! Could not be happier. Now playing on price lines bid own price so grab a great rate and go!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Nikko Narita; City: Narita Chiba Prefecture Kanto; Review: my plane broke and the airline put us up here for a night. nice hotel. no complaints. close to narita. would return and pay. had a bible, koran, and buddha wisdom boks in bedside drawer. i like! room small but not tiny clean. western style.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay; City: Monterey Monterey County California; Review: Got a decent rate on Priceline. Great location. Near everything. Trolley stop right there. Clean room. Noise can be an issue. Would return. Love the aquarium. All in all a fine choice in Monterey. Stay with confidence.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas; City: Irving Texas; Review: got a great internet rate. nice clean quiet room, pretty lobby, easy parking, big flatscreen, would return. nice location. good views from high rooms, las colinas is pretty. love dallas for visiting!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dreams Hotel; City: Da Lat Lam Dong Province; Review: The management here are fantastic. Fabulous communal breakfast! Nice spotless room. Great bathroom. Would love love love to return! Can not wait.nloved salat too. Flowers,. Great food. Beautiful scenery. Cool climate!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Oklahoma City Airport; City: Oklahoma City Oklahoma; Review: I was assigned a room in the back. As I walked there, I had to walk around two huge hot water tanks blocking the hallway. That should have been a warning. The room was dated with a dirty popcorn ceiling, dirty old fashioned bedspread (wouldn't want to see what a black light would show on it!), shower trim hanging loose, etc. When my family tried to take a shower, surprise! absolutely No Hot Water! Management had known about it when the room was assigned. They were replacing the tanks in a slow manner I guess. This was over a sat-sun. The water was maybe one degree over freezing. Men on death row enjoy more luxury! I have stayed in 5 dollar hotels in the third world that were much better than this dump! Trust me. This review is accurate and you should avoid this rat hole. Starwood and Sheraton should disassociate from whoever owns this piece of cowpie! what surprise awaits the next guest? An inoperative toilet and an invitation to poop in the waste basket?; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Angel Inn Central; City: Branson Missouri; Review: Good value. Immaculate room with huge flat screen and new drop in shower with expensive shower head. Good staff. Nice breakfast included. No complaints! Quiet. Accommodated my physical condition and gave me a ground floor room.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Quinta Inn Suites Bentonville; City: Bentonville Arkansas; Review: Loved this place. Great location for visit it crystal bridges. Spotless room, happy hour with beer wine. And pizza. Fabulous free breakfast. Free usa today. Loved our stay. Got a great Priceline bid rate!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard by Marriott Tulsa Central; City: Tulsa Oklahoma; Review: This is a good typical courtyard Marriott. clean, good staff. good location. free starbucks coffee in lobby. terrible terrible mattress. really need to upgrade these Marriott!! a glaring deficit in an otherwise good operation. I wonder where they get those things?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Roof Wichita East; City: Wichita Kansas; Review: an older property. area seems a bit rough. outside and reception a bit shabby. clientale seems a bit downmarket. room small but clean. nice shower. breakfast area on top floor with good view free paper. stale bagels and english muffins but otherwise good. would probably not stay again. prefer hyatt or marriott in wichita for maybe 15 dollars more on priceline name own price.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ramada by Wyndham Barstow; City: Barstow California; Review: parked in back, not knowing it backed up to noisy railroad yard.During the night, my car was broken into and lots of valuables were stolen. There was no warning signage. management was unresponsive when told. They would not even disclose the name of the owner of the franchise. please be careful if you stay here. and DO NOT PARK IN BACK! room ok; not great. clean.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tower Hotel Oklahoma City; City: Oklahoma City Oklahoma; Review: Sorta like a "walking dead" episode... you can tell it used to be a real nice marriott that something strange has happened to. our room has a broken toilet paper dispenser, and a stained bathtub. still a decent option if u get a bargain priceline name ur own price deal...; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: LK The Empress; City: Pattaya Chonburi Province; Review: this place is a bargain on booking.com. over the top louis xiv room decor. nmice balcony, great pool fantastic breakfasts! loved my time here! right on beach road. great location! weak hot water ruined whirlpool tub.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Palace View Resort by Spinnaker; City: Branson Missouri; Review: had a problem with loud obnoxious family next to us. sharing a door they constantly slammed other than that really nice condo accomodations good location off main road. would happily return! elevator. amenaties indoor pool; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The American Colony Hotel; City: Jerusalem Jerusalem District; Review: I spent four nights at the American Colony hotel December 26-29 and was very glad to have stayed. The room was a deluxe pasha in the east house and it was lovely. The bar was filled with atmosphere and the food was fantastic. I can imagine how nice the pool area is during warmer times. I had a fabulous massage. The location in the Arab quarter makes the hotel unique. I moved to the Mamilla for the second half of my trip and am glad that I experienced both hotels. The American Colony has excellent service and food and an experienced staff. The guests are international and the hotel is really interesting and unique. Hearing the daily prayers wasn't noisy and bothersome as I had thought it might be. It made the stay interesting. You really feel like you are in a special and historic place. I would love to return. All the staff at the hotel were discreet and excellent. TO get to most sights, taxi or tram is necessary.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Costes; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: I recently stayed at the Hotel Costes for four nights. The location in Paris's 1st is excellent because it is surrounded by all of the designer shops but away from the bustle of the 8th. Returning from the hotel after sight seeing and shopping was a pleasure. The hotel is in walking distance to the Louvre, Musee D'Orsay, Place Vendome, and the department stores. The staff at this hotel was efficient and more than helpful. A train strike occurred during our stay and they sent someone by foot to the station grab a last seat for my 80 year old mother in law. Dinner reservations are made quickly. The rooms are on the small side but they are lovely. The housekeeping was excellent. They changed light bulbs and replenished everything that was needed without having to ask. The rooms on the top floor are a bit stuffy so I would try to avoid them. We stayed on the second floor and the ceiling was high and the room was airy and an oasis for us. The spa and pool in the basement are fantastic. The length of the pool is wonderful for swimming laps. The hammam is a perfect size and temperature and the locker room great. I had two excellent treatments, a facial and a massage. The atmosphere at this hotel is unique. The music that is constantly playing is both calming and exciting. It makes you feel good. The scent that is wafting in the air is light and nice. The dim lighting can take a bit of getting used to but once you do it is very nice. The hotel is built around a beautiful courtyard where food and drink is served. There is a lot of excitement and the courtyard buzzes with activity. People are happy to be there. Dinner was outstanding. I hope I will have the opportunity to return to this hotel soon and I recommend it to travelers who like something special and unique.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greenwich Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: I have stayed at the Greenwich Hotel five or six times over the past few years and each time is a treat. My favorite room is the studio suite which overlooks the courtyard and is spacious with a beautiful carrera marble bathroom. I also liked the deluxe courtyard view room a lot. Each time I have stayed at the Greenwich Hotel, it felt like an oasis of calm for me after being out and about in the city. I always swim in the beautiful basement pool each day and relax afterward with a complimentary cup of tea. The spa services are expensive but they are excellent. I have had several facials and massages. The room service food is outstanding as is the food served in the bar and the courtyard. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Only on one of my visits (my third) did I find two members of the front dest staff somewhat condescending. Fortunately, it only happened once. Otherwise, the valet, bar, housekeeping, spa, and the rest of the front desk went out of their way all the time. They organized restaurants and biking and sightseeing for us wonderfully. I hope to return to the Greenwich Hotel this summer. It really is an excellent hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam; City: Amsterdam North Holland Province; Review: I have been visiting Amsterdam twice a year for over twenty years. The choice of five star hotels has gotten better and better. Recently, I stayed for six nights at the Waldorf Astoria. This is truly a great hotel. The transformation of the four or five townhouses into a hotel is beautiful. The public spaces are airy and a pleasure to be in. I visited several rooms and they were all spacious, comfortable and beautiful. My room was on the first floor overlooking the gardens. It was silent and the bed was amazing. The room was spacious and lovely with high ceilings and windows. The bathroom large and perfect. The gardens are incredible. The breakfast is the best I have ever had at any hotel. The buffet had everything you could want. The staff was friendly and helpful and the hotel has bikes for its guests which is a great perk. These bikes are very good. I had worried that staying at a chain hotel like the Waldorf would mean that the hotel wouldn't have character and feel Dutch. This was not the case. This hotel has blended into the neighborhood and there were no signs I was staying in a Hilton. I watched a soccer game in the lovely bar and it was filled with Dutch residents from nearby homes in the area. This gives the hotel a very nice feel. The spa and fitness center are outstanding. The work out room is airy and bright and has all of the equipment required for a great workout. It is clean and well kept. The Guerlain Spa has excellent treatments and rooms. When they were full and could not accommodate me for a massage, they booked me at an excellent day spa around the corner. I have one issue with this hotel. I don't know who made the decision to make the beautiful and fantastic pool so ridiculously short. This was an error. Five extra meters and the pool would have been swimmable. As it is now it is a plunge pool. They could have made it longer because the steam room could have been where the showers are. I only book hotels with indoor pools because I swim while on holiday. That is why I am upset about this. The pool is the only flaw in an otherwise perfect hotel. Lastly, the location is great. Five minutes by bike to museumplein. Near the flower market and all of the attractions and still tranquil on the beautiful Herengracht.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Corinthia Hotel London; City: London England; Review: I stayed at the Corinthia Hotel in London for three nights in November and I'm glad I did. Usually, I stay nearer to Hyde Park but this location was excellent because it was near everything and I could walk everywhere. My courtyard room was quiet and beautiful. The staff was discreet and very helpful. The spa is huge and the fitness areas are fantastic. The pool is a bit short for swimming laps but I managed. We enjoyed tea time in the lobby and breakfast was very good with great service. I will definitely stay at the Corinthia again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Galley Bay Resort Spa; City: Five Islands Village Saint John Parish Antigua Antigua and Barbu; Review: I have just returned from a week at Galley Bay where I celebrated my friend's fiftieth birthday. We were three couples travelling together and we had a wonderful vacation in Antigua and at Galley Bay. I have visited Antigua many times but this was the first time staying at a resort that was not classified as five stars. I was pleasantly surprised by the resort because while it isn't quite "five star", it certainly came close. Our room, a premium beachfront suite in the newer wing near Ismay's, was spacious and clean. On the second floor, which I had requested, we had vaulted ceilings, a very comfortable bed, nice balcony overlooking the beach with a very large bathroom. (Water pressure was weak) The room was a bit spartan but more than adequate and nice. Housekeeping was excellent. The staff is exceptional. They honoured all of our room requests and nothing we asked for was refused. The public areas are well maintained and clean. The beach is wonderful. It was raked and cleaned daily. I did yoga twice and it was excellent. The teacher was very experienced. I visited the spa daily and while it was very basic, the services were top notch. My manicure and facial were excellent and massages were some of the best I've ever had. The beach at Galley Bay is quiet and private and beautiful. There are very few non guests on the quiet bay. The pool is clean and nice to swim in but some days when people congregated with drinks at one end, it became impossible to swim laps because it is free form. I personally don't like it when people stand and socialize with drinks in a pool. A few negatives...The six of us in our group really did not enjoy the food. There are three venues for dining and all of them are sit down and long meals with quasi gourmet food. For our group, this food was not enjoyable and always sounded good from the menu but missed the mark. One of the venues for lunch and dinner should offer a buffet with more simple fare. There was a lot of effort put into the preparation, but the result for us wasn't good. At a resort in the caribbean, simple buffet meals with salads and a bbq option is usually best. In addition, while the atmosphere at Ismay's was very nice, having to pay 35$ a person extra at an all inclusive resort was a waste. Lastly, the house wines weren't very good and we had to pay extra each night to order better wine. The wifi at this resort is very bad and because 3G wasn't available most of the time we had a problem with contact to home. For many people this is fine, but for us, it was a nuisance. To sum up, our trip to Galley Bay was great. Some small changes would make it amazing!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Greenwich Hotel; City: New York City New York; Review: We love this hotel. Our last visit was our tenth stay. I have many "favourite" hotels all over the world but The Greenwich Hotel makes me feel happy. My family loves staying here when we visit New York. We enjoy the location because we can bike along the river from Tribeca to Riverside Park; we can walk to all of our favourite restaurants in Greenwich Village and Soho; and we can feel at home in the hotel. The pool and spa are heavenly and the courtyard and drawing room are wonderful. The staff is friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The rooms are lovely.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lake Placid Lodge; City: Lake Placid New York; Review: We stayed for a weekend at Lake Placid Lodge and we had a wonderful stay. Our room was beautifully decorated and steps from the wonderful lake. It was a lakefront suite with a fireplace and covered terrace. This hotel has a very nice lake front with many activities including electric paddle boats, canoes, paddle boards etc. They also take guests on a tour of the lake in an old fashioned boat. The lake has a wonderful history and feel to it. The restaurant and pub are excellent although for non meat eaters the menu was somewhat limited. The staff is friendly and helpful. We had a very good in room massage organized by the front desk with an outside company. The only negative thing I can say about this hotel is that our room service breakfast tray was not picked up until after 4pm despite many requests; there was some dust under our bed and in my opinion, they really should consider a spa. It would make the already amazing lodge perfect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Manoir Hovey; City: North Hatley Quebec; Review: We spent a summer week end at Manoir Hovey and we loved it. The lake is wonderful to swim in and to boat on and the Inn has all of the necessary equipment. The gardens and grounds are very well kept and beautiful. The herb garden is lovely. The pool is calm and well sized overlooking the beautiful lake. The restaurant is excellent, however, we found that the menu was somewhat limited. Lunch was excellent! Drinks overlooking the lake were a treat. Our deluxe room was charming, however, I wouldn't consider it five star. We had a couples massage and to be honest neither was very good. Overall, this inn is charming and wonderful to visit this beautiful setting. It is a true country inn.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Corinthia Hotel London; City: London England; Review: I have stayed all over London and I have enjoyed every hotel I've visited. The Corinthia has become my favourite. The staff and service are incredible. The doormen greeting you, the concierges helping you, the front desk staff and the bar and restaurant staff are exceptional. For our stay, the lovely Zita in Guest relations chose excellent rooms for me and my family. I stayed for 15 nights and each night was exceptional. The restaurants and bars are outstanding. The location in my opinion is the best in London because it is near everything. I ran to and around Hyde Park ten times; we walked along the Thames; we biked to Holborn and we were a stones throw from Trafalger Square and everything else. We walked everywhere. The only complaint about the hotel is that the spa is too big and too dark! It is set on four floors with the beautiful pool area in the basement. It is very beautiful and extensive but for me, the stairs were a bit of a chore. I love staying at the Corinthia and I will return often!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Bel Air; City: Los Angeles California; Review: We spent two nights in a Bel Air suite and we loved every minute. The pool is spectacular. The food is fabulous and the staff is so nice. The location is perfect for the Getty Museum, Rodeo Drive, UCLA etc. The La Prairie spa was great. I had an excellent facial. The atmosphere in the bar is so friendly and fun with an amazing selection of wines and drinks. The food is delicious.We will definitely return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Only Palmilla; City: San Jose del Cabo Los Cabos Baja California; Review: My husband and I returned this week from a wonderful vacation at the One and Only Palmilla. We have travelled to some of the best resorts in the Caribbean, Sandy Lane, Jumby Bay etc, and I can say that the One and Only Palmilla surpassed all of our our expectations. The room, 1434, a junior, suite was perfectly located and truly lovely. The views were breathtaking. The spa and fitness centre were amazing. We did a class each of our seven mornings. We did Yoga classes, circuit training, core workouts and stretching. All the classes were professional and excellent. The fitness centre is spacious and provides great equipment and trainers as well as juices and great products. The spa was top notch. The products are excellent and the outdoor pools of hot and cold were great. I had an excellent facial and massage while there. It so nice that when you book a 60 minute, its really 60 minutes, not 50. We loved the food at Agua and Seared. My husband is vegan and they accommodated him perfectly. There was no request that couldn't be handled. The beach is gorgeous. We swam and loved the ocean. The pool is huge and wonderful for lap swimming. The staff is there to take care of anything and everything. They are so genuine and nice it is incredible. We plan to return as soon as possible.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Le Montana; City: Argentiere Chamonix Haute Savoie Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: The Montana is a charming, small hotel in Argentiere run by a lovely couple. The hotel is very clean and well located for the Grand Montets ski area. Skiers can walk to the slopes. The rooms are quiet, clean and well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. Although the stainless steel pool is on the small side, it is a very nice place to relax at the end of the day. The breakfast buffet was very good. Fresh squeezed orange juice is offered each morning which is a very nice touch. The owners, Celine and Christophe, couldn't be nicer and I fell in love with their beautiful and well behaved golden retriever, Igor. If you are visiting the Chamonix/Argentiere are, The Montana is a perfect choice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Lutetia; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: We spent four nights at the beautiful Lutetia. This will be our "go to" hotel in Paris from now on. Although the hotel isn't completely ready yet, (not all of the rooms are ready, the Brasserie is opening in September, and the fitness classes haven't started yet) it was still an absolute pleasure to stay at. The rooms are lovely. The pool is a great length. The spa services I had were very good and the food is excellent. I'm excited for the Brasserie to reopen. The renovation was beautifully done. It is a completely modern hotel with all of the best amenities but, the historic beauty is everywhere. The location in the 6th arrondissement was really nice for us having stayed so often in the 8th. The most fantastic part of the stay for us was the concierge team. They are some of the best, most knowledgable and efficient I have ever met. They booked all of our restaurants and organized bikes for touring and all of my spa appointments. They were so nice and friendly. In my opinion, the Lutetia is on its way to becoming one of the top hotels in Paris. I am really looking forward to my next visit!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Nine to Five (1980); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hollow Man (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dante's Peak (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planet of the Apes (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: An Officer and a Gentleman (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tales from the Crypt: Deadly Duo (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy Returns (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Space Cowboys (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hardball (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Die Another Day (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Turner and Hooch (1989); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Knight's Tale (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snake Eyes (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Six Days (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard With a Vengeance (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Waterboy (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: For Love of the Game (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: City Slickers (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wayne's World 2 (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kindergarten Cop (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: GoldenEye (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Major League Baseball: All Century Team (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Me (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Varsity Blues (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X2: X-Men United (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Almighty (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tears of the Sun (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Congo (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Deer Hunter (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Speed (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mo' Money (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grumpy Old Men (1993); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sphere (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Robin and Marian (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moonstruck (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Men in Black II (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wild Wild West (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mission to Mars (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spaceballs (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cool Hand Luke (1967); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Terminator (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Momma's House (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Charlie's Angels (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: James Cameron's Expedition: Bismarck (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Phenomenon (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rose (1979); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caddyshack (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: G.I. Jane (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Natural (1984); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stripes (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Jerk (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Postman (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Behind Enemy Lines (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superman II (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Generations (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghostbusters 2 (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rocky IV (1985); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bull Durham (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tin Cup (1996); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Three Amigos (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Independence Day (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fletch (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crazy Mama (1975); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tootsie (1982); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Recruit (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys II (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Analyze This (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monsters (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Wild Things (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girl (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Legally Blonde (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Open Range (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Super Troopers (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bottle Rocket (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Proof of Life (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unfaithful (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Rundown (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Timeline (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Love Actually (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Identity (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Reno 911: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: Say Anything (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Marshals (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Day After Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of All Fears (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intolerable Cruelty (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Blade 2 (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Alamo (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Something's Gotta Give (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Identity (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Bourne Supremacy (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cellular (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arrested Development: Season 1 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cooler (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Deadwood: Season 1 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Maria Full of Grace (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mr. 3000 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Six Feet Under: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Jury (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Six Feet Under: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Elektra (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
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Title: The Flight of the Phoenix (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pitch Black (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's The Meaning of Life: Special Edition (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For Your Eyes Only (1981); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Vacation (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Die Hard 2: Die Harder (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Fistful of Dollars (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Silence of the Lambs (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 3 (1992); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Goldfinger (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: High Plains Drifter (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Right Stuff (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Monty Python's Life of Brian (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trading Places (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Good (1966); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crimson Tide (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: For a Few Dollars More (1965); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Airplane! (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: National Lampoon's Animal House (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Blazing Saddles (1974); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Fish Called Wanda (1988); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gladiator (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Live and Let Die (1973); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Matrix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Family Guy: Vol. 1: Seasons 1-2 (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Fugitive (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unforgiven (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Negotiator (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Reno 911: Season 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shanghai Knights (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Man of the House (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Upside of Anger (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Last of the Dogmen (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Paycheck (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sin City (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Fever Pitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
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Title: Songwe Bridge; Description: bridge in Tanzania
Title: Art Bridge; Description: pedestrian bridge in Skopje, North Macedonia
Title: Dunnichen; Description: village in the United Kingdom
Title: MS MR; Description: American pop rock band
Title: Moluccan Cuckoo; Description: species of bird
Title: Big Hero 6; Description: 2014 American 3D computer-animated superhero-comedy film
Title: Amizade Bridge; Description: bridge
Title: Jagdish Mali; Description: Indian photographer
Title: Enio Iommi; Description: Argentinian sculptor and painter
Title: Zahra Shahid Hussain; Description: Pakistani politician
Title: We Got the Power; Description: song by Swedish singer Loreen
Title: 2013 Stockholm riots; Description: May 2013 rioting in Stockholm, Sweden
Title: Feel (Sleeping with Sirens album); Description: album by Sleeping with Sirens
Title: John Sumner; Description: Australian artistic director
Title: Alfred Benlloch Llorach; Description: Spanish inventor
Title: Lykan HyperSport; Description: Lebanese limited production hypercar by W Motors
Title: Secondhand Rapture; Description: album by MS MR
Title: France national under-20 football team; Description: national association football team
Title: Abdul Hadi Al-Fadhli; Description: Islamic author and thinker
Title: Sarah Charlesworth; Description: American conceptual artist and photographer
Title: Becky G; Description: American artist
Title: Jo Benkow; Description: Norwegian politician
Title: Zero Dark Thirty; Description: 2012 American action thriller war film directed by Kathryn Bigelow
Title: Michel Pensée; Description: Cameroonian footballer
Title: Aries Merritt; Description: American track and field athlete
Title: Raymond IV; Description: Count of Tripoli
Title: Stone Bridge; Description: bridge in Skopje, Macedonia
Title: Nino Bibbia; Description: skeleton racer
Title: Casiano Delvalle; Description: Paraguayan footballer
Title: Ken Venturi; Description: professional golfer
Title: Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann; Description: organization
Title: Pivnichnyi Bridge; Description: bridge in Ukraine
Title: Kiev Metro Bridge; Description: bridge in Ukraine
Title: Brendon Small; Description: writer, musician, actor
Title: Al Garhoud Bridge; Description: bridge in United Arab Emirates
Title: Aleksei Guskov; Description: Soviet and Russian actor and producer
Title: Jean Stapleton; Description: American actress
Title: Pete Way; Description: English musician
Title: Lethal Enforcers; Description: 1992 arcade game
Title: 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans; Description: The 81st edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans
Title: Helong Stadium; Description: stadium
Title: Alice Englert; Description: Australian actress
Title: Baldwin of Ibelin; Description: French nobleman
Title: Bernard Drainville; Description: Canadian politician
Title: Maine Black Bears; Description: Athletic teams that represent the University of Maine
Title: Cedric Brooks; Description: Jamaican reggae musician
Title: Chthon; Description: fictional character, a demonic Elder God in the Marvel Comics Universe
Title: The Lonely Hearts Club Tour; Description: concert tour by Welsh singer-songwriter Marina and the Diamonds
Title: James Sisnett; Description: Barbadian supercentenarian
Title: České dráhy; Description: main railway operator in the Czech Republic
Title: Pan Peninsula; Description: residential development in the Isle of Dogs, London
Title: Hisaichi Ishii; Description: Manga artist
Title: John of Ibelin; Description: grandson of John I of Beirut
Title: Abdallah alhyan; Description: Head of Libyan Military Intelligence
Title: Joyce Brothers; Description: Joyce Brothers
Title: Line of Fire; Description: 2003 TV series
Title: Mario Litwin; Description: Argentinian pianist
Title: Mega Man; Description: video game for the Sega Game Gear
Title: Jan Rezek; Description: Czech soccer player and soccer representant
Title: Paul Mesnier; Description: French film director
Title: Long Corridor; Description: covered walkway in the Summer Palace in Beijing, China
Title: Ramón Blanco Rodríguez; Description: Spanish football player/manager
Title: Coasteering; Description: divident zone
Title: Southern Airways; Description: defunct American airline 1949-1979
Title: Faouzi Chaouchi; Description: Algerian footballer
Title: Tom Yasumi; Description: Producer, Director
Title: Tomás Campuzano; Description: Spanish matador and torero
Title: Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge; Description: road bridge
Title: Adolf Hölzel; Description: German artist
Title: Beim ersten Mal tut's immer weh; Description: 2008 song performed by Oomph!
Title: Orlando Montenegro Medrano; Description: President of Nicaragua
Title: Thanduyise Khuboni; Description: South African footballer
Title: Apple Music Festival; Description: music concert series held by Apple, Inc.
Title: Luciano Lutring; Description: Italian thief, painter and writer
Title: Something Else!!!!; Description: album by Ornette Coleman
Title: Al Maktoum Bridge; Description: bridge in United Arab Emirates
Title: AMD 65; Description: assault rifle
Title: Janet Margolin; Description: American actress
Title: Emmanuelle Claret; Description: French biathlete
Title: Hashimoto's encephalopathy; Description: human disease
Title: Antara Mali; Description: Indian actress
Title: Brad Drewett; Description: Australian tennis player
Title: Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson; Description: prime minister of Iceland 2013 - 2016
Title: Kurdish Supreme Committee; Description: Kurdish temporary government.
Title: Alan O'Day; Description: American singer-songwriter
Title: The Lion King: Simba's Mighty Adventure; Description: 2000 video game
Title: Andy Holt; Description: fictional character in the Channel 4 British television soap opera Hollyoaks
Title: Estela V. Welldon; Description: British psychiatrist and writer
Title: Asghar Ali Engineer; Description: Indian activist
Title: Bella Flores; Description: actress
Title: Berbice Bridge; Description: bridge in Guyana
Title: Billie Sol Estes; Description: American businessman and confidence swindler
Title: Billy Raymond; Description: British-Australian entertainer
Title: Philippe Gaumont; Description: French professional road racing cyclist
Title: Bomberman Wars; Description: 1998 video game
Title: Carlos Enríquez; Description: Uruguayan actor
Title: WNBA Defensive Player of the Year Award; Description: award
Title: Cistecephaloides; Description: genus of mammals (fossil)
Title: Deep scattering layer; Description: layer in the ocean consisting of a variety of marine animals that migrate vertically every day
Title: Sheila Gish; Description: British actress
Title: Edwin Mills; Description: Wikipedia disambiguation page
Title: Kenji Utsumi; Description: Japanese voice actor
Title: Lou Gish; Description: British actress
Title: Tobias Schweinsteiger; Description: German footballer
Title: Tähtiniemi Bridge; Description: cable-stayed harpform bridge in Heinola, Finland
Title: Il Cannone Guarnerius; Description: violin
Title: Fénix Grande River; Description: watercourse in Argentina
Title: Hubert Selby Jr.; Description: American writer
Title: Ganbare Goemon: Ōedo Daikaiten; Description: video game
Title: Gastón Sirino; Description: Uruguayan footballer
Title: Glenn McCuen; Description: American actor and gymnast
Title: Aleksei Balabanov; Description: film director
Title: Guy of Ibelin, bishop of Limassol; Description: Bishop of Limassol
Title: Ronan Vibert; Description: English actor
Title: Javad Fakoori; Description: Iranian general
Title: Albert Decourtray; Description: Catholic cardinal
Title: Kym Gyngell; Description: Australian comedian and actor
Title: Elijah Harper; Description: Canadian politician
Title: Lucky; Description: song by Radiohead
Title: Marshall Lytle; Description: American double-bassist
Title: Mayo River; Description: river in Argentina
Title: Mink Brar; Description: Indian model, actor
Title: Serenity; Description: band from Austria
Title: Nand Kumar Patel; Description: Indian politician
Title: Nivedita Setu; Description: bridge in India
Title: Helga Arendt; Description: German sprinter
Title: Operation Rainfall; Description: organization
Title: Paddy Buggy; Description: Irish hurler
Title: Penne Hackforth-Jones; Description: Australian actress
Title: Peter Millar; Description: American soccer player
Title: Pico River; Description: river in Argentina
Title: Ponte Conde de Linhares; Description: bridge in India
Title: Péter Szilágyi; Description: Hungarian conductor and politician
Title: Queensway; Description: road in Admiralty, Hong Kong
Title: Dieter Hecking; Description: German footballer
Title: Roger; Description: Spanish association football player
Title: T. M. Soundararajan; Description: Indian singer
Title: Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street; Description: street in Liwan District, People''s Republic of China
Title: Something in the Air; Description: television series
Title: Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference; Description: NCAA Division III athletic conference
Title: Space Metal; Description: 1976 compilation album by UFO
Title: Sparks; Description: single recorded by Barbados-based pop group Cover Drive
Title: Xujiahui; Description: neighborhood
Title: Sunshine State Conference; Description: sports organization in Florida
Title: Bill Pertwee; Description: English comedy actor
Title: Edwin Mills; Description: British tug of war competitor
Title: Tianhe-2; Description: supercomputer in Guangzhou
Title: Tú volverás; Description: song
Title: Otto Muehl; Description: Austrian artist
Title: Usha Rani Hooja; Description: sculptor
Title: Victor Bodson Bridge; Description: bridge in Luxembourg
Title: Vina Mazumdar; Description: Indian academic, feminist
Title: Vincent Dowling; Description: Irish actor
Title: What You Know; Description: Single by Two Door Cinema Club
Title: Zuari Bridge; Description: bridge in India
Title: Statue Square; Description: square
Title: Thello; Description: company
Title: Peter Schulz; Description: German politician
Title: Hugh II of Cyprus; Description: King of Cyprus
Title: Manuel Fernando Zurita; Description: President of Nicaragua
Title: Fire of Moscow; Description: 1812 fire
Title: Gotham City Police Department; Description: fictional organization in DC Comics
Title: Gerd Langguth; Description: political scientist and member of parliament
Title: Governador Nobre de Carvalho Bridge; Description: bridge
Title: Jean Bobet; Description: Road bicycle racer | wikirec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Motel 6 Columbia East; City: Columbia Missouri; Review: My wife and I stayed 2 nights this last weekend for parents weekend at Mizzou. The city hotels were full. The check in staff was very friendly but that was the only highlight. We were given a smoking room as that was all that was available. How bad could it be right? Most hotels with smoking rooms do something extra to make sure that the next guest isn't checking into an ash tray. The room smell was hideous, we had to bring our clothes and luggage back and forth to the car each time we left the room even for a few hours. We opened the window to try to get fresh air in but there was no screen so bugs came in. The other down side of the window open is that we faced the freeway with heavy truck traffic throughout the night. The linens were clean so we used the sheets as air filters when sleeping. The property is very dated and long overdue for a refresh (or tear down). I have to be honest...I would not recommend staying here!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites Columbia; City: Columbia Missouri; Review: Our family checked into this property this last Friday for sold out area Mizzou Homecoming weekend with only a few hours advance notice of a available room. We were greeted with very pleasant front desk staff. The property is very clean and neat. Our room was spacious and pretty sound proof despite being on a corner facing the freeway. The breakfast was fresh and plentiful despite large game fan crowds milling about. The only possible complaint I would have are the pillows...or shall I say Chiclets. The pillows where a very odd super small size not much bigger than Chiclets...LOL! I would stay here again without any question.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Frenchman s Reef Morning Star Marriott Beach Resort; City: Charlotte Amalie St Thomas U S Virg; Review: We just returned from a spring break stay at the Morning Star Beach. We stayed in a second floor partial ocean view room. This not so close to free ($) property is very tired but the views are fantastic. Service was outstanding overall. Since the property is located a not so walkable distance nor safe from town you are faced with either the restaurants on site (some much better than others) or a $6.00 per person each way taxi. With the 3 of us going into town one or two days, you are now adding about $40.00 to your dinner tab which is about a wash in comparison to the very costly meals at the resort. All in all this Marriott property will have to bring it up several notches in refurbishing to a high end resort or lower the price. Though what do I know......the place was completely sold out before, during and after. Oh did I mention the view?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fairfield Inn Suites Grand Island; City: Grand Island Nebraska; Review: This was my first time to this location. As you would expect from a newer location things were in tip top shape. They even had a outdoor patio area with fire pit in the back for lounging. Breakfast was tasty and the entire staff friendly and helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Suites Stuart North; City: Stuart Florida; Review: This property is a little tired, though the staff is super friendly and helpful. The busy road is right next to the back side of the property so heads up on your room placement. Breakfast was the normal tasty items all pretty fresh.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sony MDR-IF540RK Wireless Headphone System with Rechargeable Battery (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Sony; Review: Sony MDR-IF540RK Wireless Headphone System with Rechargeable BatteryI have been using these headphones for about one year. At first they were great because I had traded up. Now either I have gotten more discriminating or the headphones are failing. I now notice that the sound is terrible. I thought my hearing was failing then my grandson and my husband made the same comment. There are times especially with the lows that I cannot understand the dialogue at all. Sometimes I take the headphones off and turn the TV up loud to hear. I am now ready to trade up again. However, I love the battery life of these phones. I have never had a problem with the battery giving out on me although I watch TV for hours. I have no problem with the charger and love the fact that the phones turn off automatically when I take them off. The charger light does go out when the phones are fully charged. In spite of all these may be a good choice for someone also trading up. The headphones are extremely comfortable. I too rely heavily on the reviews of other customers in making a selection. I am looking at the 4000 as a possibility. I am open to suggestion for a trade up to a comfortable headphone with good highs and lows. Any suggestions, please let me know.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Samsung Galaxy Tab (T-Mobile); Brand: Samsung; Review: I have had this tablet for several months now. I am a novice and have not tried all of the sophisticated operations on it but I have the European unlocked 7" tab and I love it. I shopped for months and returned several devices before I purchased this one at Amazon.com. It is exactly as advertised. I especially wanted the voice phone capability. I am amused at the savvy YOUNG techies who are shocked that their domestic tab has no phone capability. I learned early on that the PHONE COMPANIES disabled the phone cability on the US versions. By the way I am 78-1/2 years old. I purchased a European version with warranty in order to have a phone. All that was necessary to activate the phone was to transfer my old sim card from my old contract flip phone to the sim slot on the tab and I was up and running. Because I am old and a novice I went to the t-mobile store and the young clerk there did that for me. I am now prepaid so I added $100 which gave me 1000 minutes with t-mobile which includes text messages but no data. It also has an expansion sd slot which I have not used yet. I have used the camera and it is fabulous. It has wi-fi capability and I can purchase data access from t-mobile at a daily rate of $1.49 for any day I find myself without a hot spot. So far this has not been necessary. I have free mobile wi-fi access from my home computer internet provider's hotspots (AT&T) and those that appear to be available for free at many locations around town including airports. I have a data transfer cable which I have used to transfer photos from my computer to my tab. I am old so I don't recall now whether I purchased that separately or it came with the tab. I also purchased a blue tooth head set, otherwise my phone is automatically a speaker phone. I also purchased a bluetooth keyboard cover which has nice large keys. These devices all work perfectly with my tab. I have purchased a lot of accessories such as a gorrilla screen protector and car charger. In summary this tablet is perfect. I have not found any downside yet and I have downloaded many apps such as banking, e-reader and others and they work just fine. I don't play a lot of games so I don't know how it will perform with all of the latest games. The screen resolution is awesome. It fits in my purse. I can't say enough. Samsung and Google (mother of Android) Thank you!! UPDATE - I am now 80 yrs old and still having a romance with my same Galaxy tab. I have switched to a T-Mobile data plan so I don't have to rely on wifi. Hot spots are not everywhere. For $50 bucks a month I now have unlimited voice, text and data on my phone. I use the camera often and it is awesome. I; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sony MDRRF970RK Wireless Stereo Headphones (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Sony; Review: This is my 4th set of Sony headphones. I thoroughly researched customer reviews on several brands before I bought these from Amazon. I got them 2 days ago and hooked them up to my 73 inch Mitsubishi HDTV through my Denon receiver. It took a while to tune them. Now whether I mute the sound or turn the sound down on the receiver I get a click and then the sound cuts off for 2 or more seconds. I don't mind the click but I do mind the cutoff. I could lose important dialogue. My primary use of headphones is for TV viewing. Did I do some thing wrong in the hookup? I notice that when I change the channel on the headphones the sound still comes through even if I do not change the channel on the transmitter. Does this mean the tuner is not really working? I don't know. If I cant fix this problem, these are going back.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: JVC HAEBR80S Sports Clip Headphones (Silver); Brand: JVC; Review: I bought these for my nephew and a set of Phillips for twice the price for myself. Imagine my surprise when I discovered that these are far better than the higher priced Phillips. I tried to get them away from my nephew but he knew, and would not give them up for the "better" ones I bought for myself. They are clear and the highs and lows, especially the lows are unbelievable. Such a low price. Usually you get what you pay for. I assumed I was getting better headphones because they cost more. I was dead wrong! These are great and at a really low price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8GB (Unlocked) 4G LTE 7" 1.4 Ghz Micro Sim T235Y White; Brand: Samsung; Review: I originally had the Samsung 7.0 (model GT-P1000N) which I bought in August 2011. It worked like a charm for 3 years. The only reason I bought the Tab 4 was because many of the apps I used were upgraded and no longer worked on the old Tab. I purchased this Tab 4 on Dec 27, 2014 and within 2 months it was not syncing with google. Then on May 4,2015 it went dead. Will not charge. Will not turn on. Nothing. I overlooked the fact that the volume was low and kept using the device. I kept my original Tab primarily as an alarm clock because it had a nice loud volume on its loudest setting. I am glad I kept it because when the Tab 4 stopped working I had to go back to the T-Mobile store and purchase a new sim card for my Tab 1. The sim card for the Tab 4 was smaller. I am now looking for another tablet with voice phone capability if one exists. Samsung's quality has gone WAY DOWN with this device. I bragged for 3 years about what a great device my original tablet was. No More! Samsung should be ashamed of themselves. I wasted my hard earned money on this piece of junk. Update: I made a terrible error with my original review of this SAMSUN GALAXY TAB 4 as 1 star. I took the word of the T-Mobile representative that the tablet was not repairable. When I took the tablet to the Geek Squad at Best Buy, the technician there plugged in a power cord and the tablet came on and has functioned perfectly since then. They did not even charge me for the service. It turns out that the tablet was not charged. Either the power cord was defective or when I thought I was charging it the current was not turned on. In any event it was not the fault of the tablet. I love everything about this tablet. I have the international model with voice phone. It came in Japanese and it was no problem converting it to English. I see no foreign language on this device as I use it. The navigation is fabulous. I love it better than the navigation in my car because it gives me 2 or 3 alternative routes and indicates which is best and why. I am still haveing problems with the contact list that I somehow downloaded from my Galaxy 1 apparently 3 times so each contact is in there 3 times. I have not found an easy fix for that. I have to delete the extra listings as I use it. I really appreciate this tablet just as much as the first one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 T715 Gold - Factory Unlocked GSM - International Version No Warranty; Brand: Samsung; Review: I am extremely disappointed. Received my gold Samsung galaxy Tab S2 and it won't stay on more than 60 seconds. It shuts down completely and has to be restarted. This is my 3rd Galaxy Tab so I was sure i was doing something wrong. I took it to T-Mobile and to the Geek Squad at Best Buy and they both tried their best to get it to work and concluded that it was defective. I am therefore returning it. I hope this was a fluke and am ordering another one without waiting for the refund. Will update this review when I get the next one.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Samsung Electronics Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Cover (EF-BT710PBEGUJ); Brand: Samsung; Review: I bought this cover and had it just 4 days awaiting the tablet. When the tablet arrived I tried to install it and one of the magnets that is supposed to hold the cover in place was missing. Therefore with just one magnet the tablet swung around in the cover. I am therefore returning it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Tripp Lite 6 Outlet Under-Monitor Surge Protector Power Strip, 6ft Cord, Tel/Modem Protection, RJ11, & $50,000 INSURANCE (TMC-6); Brand: Tripp Lite; Review: I bought 2 of these to replace old burnt out larger ones. These are a perfect size and supports 24 inch monitors with no strain. The always on plug is a nice plus in that I am able to plug in my fax machine also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sony MDRRF985RK Wireless RF Headphone, Black; Brand: Sony; Review: I bought these for a friend. The set I bought for myself is now 5 years old and still working just fine. I have tried many headphones for my TV viewing and these are by and far the very best.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garmin Nuvi 58 5-Inch GPS Navigator; Brand: Garmin; Review: My 11 year old Garmin finally gave out. It kept losing satellite reception. Especially bad when I was in an area where I did not have a clue where I was. I went with Garmin again because until it wore out it was wonderful. The new one takes a bit of getting used to. It requires more info to navigate. With the old one I just put in the address and it would start. This one keeps requiring me to put in the country and state and keeps locating me in miami fla instead of Los Angeles to start. I have to input that I am in Los Angeles, Californi and have to actually spell out California not just CA. in order for it to locate an address. Otherwise it is looking for the address in Miami. The screen is bright and crisp. The voice is clear. The directions are spot on once it gets going. Maybe after I use it more from Los Angeles CA. It will remember that is where I am. I especially will be using it out of town with rental cars. Changing the state back and forth may be a nightmare. At least hopefully I won't have to continually put in USA. Otherwise its great. Requires a little patience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Brothers, We Are Not Professionals: A Plea to Pastors for Radical Ministry, Updated and Expanded Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's John Piper Page; Review: Excellent read!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Unbroken Line of the Moon (Valhalla); Author: Visit Amazon's Johanne Hildebrandt Page; Review: This is a great book with many great characters. It is easy to relax with and just simply enjoy. Recommended or anyone he just wants to relax and enjoy a simple book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Scourge of Muirwood; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Wheeler Page; Review: Great series. Easy to read and enjoyable. Great for children, many great lessons for all learn. Try listening by narrator.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Viking Warrior (Dragonheart Book 2) eBook; Author: Visit Amazon's Griff Hosker Page; Review: Great characters and fun to read. Great stories for children. Share with students and families. Very good read for all ages.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars; Author: Visit Amazon's Jay Worrall Page; Review: Fun to read. Great story line and characters. Looking forward to next book. You will not be able to put it down.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Holiday Inn Skopje; City: Skopje Skopje Region; Review: Location is the most important thing in favour of this property. The place is old 80s style, but clean, functional and comfortable. I do not know why some of the reviews here rate it as bad value for money. I thought t was reasonably good. The breakfast is nothing great but adequate to get one started in the morning. Had no reason to have dinner at the hotel restaurant with so many great eateries, pubs, cafes in walking distance from the hotel. I think for a straightforward business trip like mine I will unhesitatingly recommend it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Karl Johan Hotell; City: Oslo Eastern Norway; Review: This place has a great location, easy walk to a number of local attractions in Oslo. And if your room window is facing Karl Johansgate, you could stare at the street scene below and watch slow-paced life in Oslo. The rooms are small and beds even smaller. I think for $200 a night, I have slept in the smallest bed in the history of mankind! If you turn in your bed at night, you will fall down on the floor! So, be careful. The place is clean, staff are friendly, breakfast (included in the room) is below average. Stay here is the location is convenient for you. Other than that there isn't much to recommend here.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Neemrana s Deo Bagh; City: Gwalior Gwalior District Madhya Pradesh; Review: This is perhaps the best place for a short stay in Gwalior. We went there in a large group -- three couples, one teenager, one infant -- and stayed there for two days and one night at the the end of October 2012. We had a great time. The place is so relaxing. Rooms are spacious and elegantly appointed with old-world furniture. A small private courtyard adjacent to the bathroom adds to the charm of the rooms. Several centuries old temple, and a 'baradari' (semi-open pavilion) are interesting features of the hotel site to admire and enjoy. The property is very spacious and spread out with a lot of vegetation. A few days spent there were very relaxing. However, the best thing about this place is their staff. The property manager Narayan and the kitchen manager Gaurav are not only competent managers but also warm and caring people. They took good care of us and gave us good advice for planning our short stay in Gwalior. We had two meals at the hotel and both were fabulous. The next time I pass through Gwalior, I might just stay at Deo Bagh just to relax and for no particular touristy purpose!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Days Inn by Wyndham Queensbury Lake George; City: Queensbury New York; Review: I stayed here for one night with family while visiting Lake George. If you are looking for a place to stay a night or two while visiting this area, you will bot be disappointed. It is a typical motel. Nothing fancy or charming but the rooms are spacious, beds are comfortable and huge, bathrooms clean. The wit fi has good sped. Unlike many other places, the breakfast that comes with the room is actually quite decent. You won't go there for a romantic weekend but if you have ti stay a night or two, its great!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Teen Taley Resort; City: Rumtek East Sikkim Sikkim; Review: This is easily one of the most enjoyable stays I have had in mountains. We went as a family, stayed in a modest suite. The room was clean, warm and nicely aired with a small sit-out. The food was the best part. A meal at Teen Taley is easily amongst the tastiest and most wholesome I have ever had. It is a simple Sikkimese/ Nepalese meal with enough variety (but not too much) mostly made from stuff grown on their own farm! The only thing that was better than food was the warm hospitality. We went for a long walk towards Martem… and got too tired to come back for lunch. We called them… they quickly drove up to find us and bring us back for lunch! (no charge for that) Rumtek monastery is 15 minutes walk… all in all a great place to stay and relax. Really like a home away from home. Would definitely want to go back there!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Elgin Mount Pandim Pelling; City: Pelling West Sikkim Sikkim; Review: This hotel is a perfect launching pad before a trek in the area and a nice resting pad afterwards. That's how we used it. The rooms are great with fantastic views! The food is superb. The small bar is well stocked and amazingly well priced! If I am again there in that area, I will certainly stay there the next time I am in that area.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Miraculous Results Of Extremely High Doses Of The Sunshine Hormone Vitamin D3 My Experiment With Huge Doses Of D3; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff T Bowles Page; Review: I'm a practicing physician and when I first read the title of this book, I was a little incredulous. Patients come in all of the time with treatments and theories of disease that I can find little support for. But I was intrigued by the title, and being a dermatologist, I saw this as a contrarian viewpoint that I should at least look at. Iwas amazed by the depth of research and thought put in to this book. Mr. Bowles writes in an enthusiastic and somewhat non scientific prose(that's a compliment, too much jargon often interferes with understanding) but his hypotheses and conclusions and how he came to them are clear and concise. Some people have said that this info is freely available on the Internet, and so, why buy the book? They are clear about what they feel their time is worth. For this small sum, you save dozens, if not hundreds of hours. I have bought his other books, and will continue to do so. I recommend you do also. 5 out of five stars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alzheimer's Treatments That Actually Worked In Small Studies! (Based On New, Cutting-Edge, Correct Theory!) That Will Never Be Tested; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff T Bowles Page; Review: I'm a practicing physician and when I first read the title of this book, ...well, I try to keep up on this stuff...and though I have read Mr. Bowles other books, I didn't think I'd learn much new. I was wrong. I even looked up the subject on pub med, the online research tool for looking for info. Sure enough, the first mention of this hypotheses was written by Mr. Bowles, over twelve years ago. Like I have said before, my Bowles writing style is unorthodox, his book is not professionally edited, but his hypotheses and the research backing them up are presented in a clear and easily understandable manner. That he does this without "professional" help is to his credit. Making complicated subjects easily understandable shows his depth of knowledge. This book is well worth it...and let me say something else ....if you're not following his advice on how to prevent this disease, at least read it to try and save your loved ones from it. I have bought his other books, and will continue to do so. 5 out of five stars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Bed of Procrustes: Philosophical and Practical Aphorisms; Author: Visit Amazon's Nassim Nicholas Taleb Page; Review: The Bed of Procrustes, Nassim Taleb's book of aphorisms was an impulse buy. I should've resisted the impulse and done something more productive...watching Honey Boo Boo would have sufficed. I'm still not sure that I really understand his book....but maybe I'm one of the "nerds" he's talking about(read the book for his definition of nerd.) Taleb puts together a collection of aphorisms that seem to reflect his views on the world. Some are funny, some are non sensical, some insightful, and some priggish. He lets you know of his distaste for a variety of characters including graduates of Harvard, journalists, economists, and competitive athletes. He also describes the "philosopher" or the "magnificent" as someone who walks slowly... These would be of minor (when I say minor, I mean of no) interest until one comes to,the end of his book. There, in case you, the uneducated reader didn't know, Taleb explains that aphorisms of the very type that he just filled an entire double spaced book with are comparable to acts of manliness! Wow. That's a manly guy who can fill a book with manliness! I'm glad I got the kindle version, otherwise I might not have been able to lift such a tome. Then in case you didn't know, or didn't care, he lets you know that since he was a teenager no less, his style of writing was aphoristic.... And they often come to him when..(wait for it...).... He's walking slowly! Magnificent and Manly....All in One!. He could have saved me the trouble of reading the book by putting that in the forward. That's because I have an aphorism of my own: Don't buy books by self important, obnoxious elitists. Sent from my iPad; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Bed of Procrustes: Philosophical and Practical Aphorisms (Incerto); Author: Visit Amazon's Nassim Nicholas Taleb Page; Review: The Bed of Procrustes, Nassim Taleb's book of aphorisms was an impulse buy. I should've resisted the impulse and done something more productive...watching Honey Boo Boo would have sufficed. I'm still not sure that I really understand his book....but maybe I'm one of the "nerds" he's talking about(read the book for his definition of nerd.) Taleb puts together a collection of aphorisms that seem to reflect his views on the world. Some are funny, some are non sensical, some insightful, and some priggish. He lets you know of his distaste for a variety of characters including graduates of Harvard, journalists, economists, and competitive athletes. He also describes the "philosopher" or the "magnificent" as someone who walks slowly... These would be of minor (when I say minor, I mean of no) interest until one comes to,the end of his book. There, in case you, the uneducated reader didn't know, Taleb explains that aphorisms of the very type that he just filled an entire double spaced book with are comparable to acts of manliness! Wow. That's a manly guy who can fill a book with manliness! I'm glad I got the kindle version, otherwise I might not have been able to lift such a tome. Then in case you didn't know, or didn't care, he lets you know that since he was a teenager no less, his style of writing was aphoristic.... And they often come to him when..(wait for it...).... He's walking slowly! Magnificent and Manly....All in One!. He could have saved me the trouble of reading the book by putting that in the forward. That's because I have an aphorism of my own: Don't buy books by self important, obnoxious elitists. Sent from my iPad; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection; Author: Visit Amazon's John E. Sarno Page; Review: Well written , easy to understand , and with practical applications for the treatment of back pain, He cured my severe back pain.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence; Author: Visit Amazon's Josh Waitzkin Page; Review: Josh details a two pronged story about his road to excellence in both chess and the martial arts. Saying that, if you are looking for short cuts, they are not in this book. He speaks about the difficulties and huge amounts of hard work that it took for him to get to where he is, and describes the philosophies that got him there. This is not a four hour work week philosophy. Rather it is about how he used personal and professional difficulties to surmount obstacles and to inspire him to continue to his goals. Inspiring story by someone who seems superhuman at times.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Strong Enough? Thoughts from Thirty Years of Barbell Training; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Rippetoe Page; Review: Rippetoe writes with humor and kindness. If you're a beginner this has everything you need to start your journey. Something for everyone. Buy it and enjoy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mean Ol' Mr. Gravity; Author: Visit Amazon's Mark Rippetoe Page; Review: Excellent book with tons of insights and practical information A good addendum to starting strength and his other books. An excellent addition to the strength trainer's library.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Wrinkle in Time; Author: Visit Amazon's Madeleine L'Engle Page; Review: This book helped change my childhood Great characters, showing the importance of faith in the love of ones family. Buy it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Unselfish Genome-How Darwin & Dawkins Missed The 2nd Half Of The Theory Of; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff T. Bowles Page; Review: The author not only concisely describes his theories, he backs them up with references. as well, he gives solutions to the issues that face all of us. This book is a must read for anyone who has an interest in aging, evolution, and wants a fresh perspective on a difficult subject.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tripping over the Truth The Metabolic Theory of Cancer; Author: Visit Amazon's Travis Christofferson Page; Review: Should be required reading for anyone with cancer. Well written, it makes complex subjects easier to understand, as well as giving a good historical perspective.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Limak Arcadia Golf Sport Resort; City: Belek Serik District Turkish Mediterranean Coast; Review: Sooooo my 5 kids now expect a 5star buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner... not forgetting tea and midnight snacks as well.. And the ice cream in between. Was an absolute delight being here. A real 'holiday' ... my kids were entertained throughout out stay. And brilliant staff especially Ramazan. THANK YOU.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grosvenor House a Luxury Collection Hotel Dubai; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: What comfort! And the bedding...oooooh bliss!! Huge bedrooms with lovely en suites and even a room for the nanny and for stowing away extras. Awesome service too. Beautiful views of the marina, which is within walking distance too. Visit the beach via the shuttle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi Yas Island; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: What a lovely time had here. Beautiful appartments with a little kitchen as well. Breakfasts were really yummy. The diy laundromat was on the same floor we were on so made laundry really easy, especially with little ones and their spills. Close to all th attractions.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge; City: Gaborone South East District; Review: What a lovely stay. Everything neat and clean. Very modern furnishings and finishes. Extremely hospitable and accomodating. Beautiful bathrooms. Loved the salon sized hairdryers. Superb conference center where we had attended a gorgeous wedding. Stunning stunning stunning.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sandton Executive Suites Hydro Park; City: Sandton Greater Johannesburg Gauteng; Review: Booked via bookings.com. stated being a 6sleeper,only place for 4. When we walked in everything looked neat buy on closer inspection extremely dirty. Dirt under beds. Grubby handles,micro,fridge etc.disgusting cutlery.stains on bedding. Only 2 towels. Will never stay here again.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Twelve Monkeys (a.k.a. 12 Monkeys) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Casino (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Get Shorty (1995); Genres: Comedy, Crime, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leaving Las Vegas (1995); Genres: Drama, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: City Hall (1996); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Muppet Treasure Island (1996); Genres: Adventure, Children, Comedy, Musical; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Clueless (1995); Genres: Comedy, Romance; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mortal Kombat (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seven (a.k.a. Se7en) (1995); Genres: Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Usual Suspects, The (1995); Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indian in the Cupboard, The (1995); Genres: Adventure, Children, Fantasy; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Genres: Adventure, Drama, IMAX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rob Roy (1995); Genres: Action, Drama, Romance, War; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Forever (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Congo (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Sci-Fi; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Judge Dredd (1995); Genres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Species (1995); Genres: Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waterworld (1995); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Genres: Drama, Thriller; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legends of the Fall (1994); Genres: Drama, Romance, War, Western; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (Frankenstein) (1994); Genres: Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Jersey Drive (1995); Genres: Crime, Drama; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quick and the Dead, The (1995); Genres: Action, Thriller, Western; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Specialist, The (1994); Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Stargate (1994); Genres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Star Trek: Generations (1994); Genres: Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Virtuosity (1995); Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | movielens |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Brave (Mandarin Chinese Edition); Brand: ; Review: Family safe, and entertaining in many respects. The story was compelling and seemingly original to me, with plenty of small funny asides.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Amazing Spider-Man; Brand: Andrew Garfield; Review: I felt like more emphasis was made to jam as much action in with a little back story than on plot. Clearly foreshadowed another movie, but still a good relaunch of the series.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski VHS; Brand: Jeff Bridges; Review: Just read the opening monologue, and you can understand why this polarizing movieis either a strike or a gutter ball. "Way out west there was this fella I wanna tell ya about. Goes by the name of Jeff Lebowski. At least that was the handle his loving parents gave him, but he never had much use for it himself. See, this Lebowski, he called himself "The Dude". Now, "Dude" - there's a name no man would self-apply where I come from. But then there was a lot about the Dude that didn't make a whole lot of sense. And a lot about where he lived, likewise. But then again, maybe that's why I found the place so darned interestin'. See, they call Los Angeles the "City Of Angels"; but I didn't find it to be that, exactly. But I'll allow it as there are some nice folks there. 'Course I ain't never been to London, and I ain't never seen France. And I ain't never seen no queen in her damned undies, so the feller says. But I'll tell you what - after seeing Los Angeles, and this here story I'm about to unfold, well, I guess I seen somethin' every bit as stupefyin' as you'd seen in any of them other places. And in English, too. So I can die with a smile on my face, without feelin' like the good Lord gypped me. Now this here story I'm about to unfold took place in the early '90s - just about the time of our conflict with Sad'm and the I-raqis. I only mention it because sometimes there's a man... I won't say a hero, 'cause, what's a hero? Sometimes, there's a man. And I'm talkin' about the Dude here - the Dude from Los Angeles. Sometimes, there's a man, well, he's the man for his time and place. He fits right in there. And that's the Dude. The Dude, from Los Angeles. And even if he's a lazy man - and the Dude was most certainly that. Quite possibly the laziest in all of Los Angeles County, which would place him high in the runnin' for laziest worldwide. Sometimes there's a man, sometimes, there's a man. Well, I lost my train of thought here. But... aw, hell. I've done introduced it enough. "; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski VHS; Brand: Jeff Bridges; Review: Just read the opening monologue, and you can understand why this polarizing movieis either a strike or a gutter ball. "Way out west there was this fella I wanna tell ya about. Goes by the name of Jeff Lebowski. At least that was the handle his loving parents gave him, but he never had much use for it himself. See, this Lebowski, he called himself "The Dude". Now, "Dude" - there's a name no man would self-apply where I come from. But then there was a lot about the Dude that didn't make a whole lot of sense. And a lot about where he lived, likewise. But then again, maybe that's why I found the place so darned interestin'. See, they call Los Angeles the "City Of Angels"; but I didn't find it to be that, exactly. But I'll allow it as there are some nice folks there. 'Course I ain't never been to London, and I ain't never seen France. And I ain't never seen no queen in her damned undies, so the feller says. But I'll tell you what - after seeing Los Angeles, and this here story I'm about to unfold, well, I guess I seen somethin' every bit as stupefyin' as you'd seen in any of them other places. And in English, too. So I can die with a smile on my face, without feelin' like the good Lord gypped me. Now this here story I'm about to unfold took place in the early '90s - just about the time of our conflict with Sad'm and the I-raqis. I only mention it because sometimes there's a man... I won't say a hero, 'cause, what's a hero? Sometimes, there's a man. And I'm talkin' about the Dude here - the Dude from Los Angeles. Sometimes, there's a man, well, he's the man for his time and place. He fits right in there. And that's the Dude. The Dude, from Los Angeles. And even if he's a lazy man - and the Dude was most certainly that. Quite possibly the laziest in all of Los Angeles County, which would place him high in the runnin' for laziest worldwide. Sometimes there's a man, sometimes, there's a man. Well, I lost my train of thought here. But... aw, hell. I've done introduced it enough. "; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Django Unchained; Brand: Jamie Foxx; Review: It seemed like this was a 3 hour movie at times as it dragged on, but the sound track was good and DiCaprio played his character well. In some ways he stole the show.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Django Unchained (2012); Brand: ; Review: It seemed like this was a 3 hour movie at times as it dragged on, but the sound track was good and DiCaprio played his character well. In some ways he stole the show.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredible Burt Wonderstone; Brand: Steve Buscemi; Review: This was a good, funny, feel good movie, but I think it was missing something (not totally sure what, but something) that would have taken it to the next level. And Olivia Wilde played a great part in making it good, Steve Carell or Jim Carey kept it form great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: Pictures so perfect it's hard to believe they're real; Abstract: Photos taken by people from across the world that capture amazing optical illusions.; Category: lifestyle
Title: How Often Should You Change Synthetic Oil?; Abstract: There's more than one answer, so let us simplify it for you, starting with outlining the advantages of synthetic oil.; Category: autos
Title: JetBlue Plane Makes Emergency Landing at JFK Airport; Abstract: The plane landed safely in NYC Sunday night.; Category: travel
Title: Charles Conwell riddled with guilt, almost quit boxing after knocking Patrick Day into coma; Abstract: ; Category: sports
Title: America's largest auto retailer sells customers defective used cars, report says; Abstract: A new report found that one in nine used vehicles sold from AutoNation contained defects.; Category: news
Title: Charlize Theron & Margot Robbie Have Some Face Time in L.A., Plus Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Will Smith & More; Abstract: Star Tracks: Tuesday, October 15, 2019; Category: entertainment
Title: Mystery Woman Kissing Singer Usher Identified As Record Exec; Abstract: He is newly single.; Category: music
Title: Man Reveals Big American Muscle Car Barn Find; Abstract: These classic cars are definitely not in showroom condition.; Category: autos
Title: Rock Hall of Fame: Notorious B.I.G., Whitney Houston, Soundgarden Lead Nominees; Abstract: The nominations for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2020 are in and the list includes the Notorious B.I.G., Whitney Houston, Pat Benatar, Dave Matthews Band, Depeche Mode, the Doobie Brothers, Judas Priest, Kraftwerk, MC5, Motörhead, Nine Inch Nails, Rufus featuring Chaka Khan, Todd Rundgren, Soundgarden, T. Rex and Thin Lizzy. The top vote-getters will be announced in January and inducted May 2nd, 2020 at a ceremony at Cleveland's...; Category: music
Title: 50 Movies You Definitely Watched in the '90s and Forgot About; Abstract: LOL, remember 'Flubber'?; Category: movies
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: 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: Meteorologist calls out body-shamer: 'I will not be strapping myself into a girdle'; Abstract: Tracy Hinson won't be giving up bread or pasta any time soon.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Patrick Mahomes shouldn't try to rush back; Abstract: The league has seen too many young quarterbacks leave early for too many reasons. The Chiefs, and the NFL, need his talent and flair.; Category: sports
Title: This Guns N' Roses Video Just Became the First From the '80s to Reach 1 Billion YouTube Views; Abstract: Guns 'N Roses' rockin' black-and-white video for "Sweet Child O' Mine" has become the first video from the 1980s to hit one billion YouTube views.; Category: music
Title: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil delivers an empty, CG-dazzled fairytale; Abstract: Review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil delivers empty, CG-dazzled fairytale; Category: movies
Title: After being pushed close to extinction, this humpback whale population is making a comeback; Abstract: A key population of humpback whales is in recovery after it was pushed close to extinction by centuries of exploitation, according to a new study.; Category: lifestyle
Title: MLB bans women who flashed their chests behind home plate during Game 5 of World Series; Abstract: MLB has indefinitely banned two women who flashed their chests on television during the seventh inning of Game 5 of the World Series on Sunday night.; Category: sports
Title: 'Rich Kids' Stars Morgan Stewart and Brendan Fitzpatrick to Divorce After 3 Years of Marriage; Abstract: ET confirmed earlier this month that Fitzpatrick is now dating 'Bachelor' alum Amanda Stanton.; Category: tv
Title: This Wedding Photo of a Canine Best Man Captures Just How Deep a Dog's Love Truly Is; Abstract: When Mark Doublet made his dog, Marley, the best man at his wedding, he took his duties very seriously, and a photo of them together has gone viral.; Category: lifestyle
Title: I visited the new American Dream megamall on its opening day and it was eerily empty; Abstract: The American Dream megamall opened to the public last week. Here's what to expect from one of the largest malls in the US.; Category: travel
Title: Kevin Spacey Won't Be Charged in Sexual Assault Case After Accuser Dies; Abstract: The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office has formally dropped a case against actor Kevin Spacey, after the accuser died.; Category: movies
Title: 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: 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: Opinion: Willie Taggart's catchphrase is 'Do Something,' and FSU did by firing him; Abstract: By FSU standards, recruiting was just OK. The product on the field was substandard. Taggart inherited problems but it's clear he could not fix them.; Category: sports
Title: Severe weather shifts boat stuck on Niagara Falls rocks for 101 years; Abstract: A barge that has been stuck atop some rocks in Niagara Falls for more than 100 years has finally shifted as a result of severe weather.; Category: news
Title: Pilot Made Emergency Landing On Doral Road; Abstract: Rielle Creighton reports neither the pilot or passenger was seriously hurt.; Category: travel
Title: Here Are the Biggest Deals We're Anticipating for Black Friday; Abstract: The Black Friday deals for 2019 have already begun leaking out. Get a sneak peek at what to expect from popular retailers like Costco, Walmart, and Best Buy. Browse our guide and use it to plan your attack for the biggest shopping event of the year.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 105 Most Popular Sodas Ranked by How Toxic They Are; Abstract: From classics like Coke and A&W to cult favorites, we reveal which soda is worst for your health.; Category: health
Title: Martin Scorsese Elaborates on Marvel Criticism: Tentpoles Have No 'Revelation, Mystery or Genuine Emotional Danger'; Abstract: Martin Scorsese, never one to be understated, published a lengthy opinion piece on Monday evening, hoping to clarify his widely-disseminated remarks that he does not think Marvel movies qualify as cinema.; Category: movies
Title: Opinion: Browns' Freddie Kitchens, Jets' Adam Gase could be headed for one-and-done territory; Abstract: Adam Gase of the Jets and Freddie Kitchens of the Browns are only halfway through their first season, but they could already be on thin ice.; Category: sports
Title: Prescott throws for 3 TDs as Cowboys beat Giants again; Abstract: Dak Prescott shook off an interception on his first pass of the game and threw three touchdown passes, leading the Dallas Cowboys to a 37-18 victory over the New York Giants in a Monday night game briefly delayed by an elusive black cat.; Category: sports
Title: Fatal Crash Shuts Down Part Of Kendall Drive; Abstract: The Florida Highway Patrol has shut down part of Kendall Drive on Tuesday due to a fatal accident.; Category: autos
Title: Here's the Real 2020 Ford Bronco in Off-Road-Racing Form; Abstract: The production Bronco takes shape and if the real thing looks half as cool as this SEMA-bound prototype, we'll be satisfied.; Category: autos
Title: Katie Holmes Talks About That Bra and Cardigan Moment; Abstract: Katie Holmes Talks About That Bra and Cardigan Moment; Category: lifestyle
Title: Pregnant U.S. women's soccer star Alex Morgan still plans to play in 2020 Summer Olympics; Abstract: Alex Morgan, a key member of the 2019 women's World Cup championship team, hopes to play in the 2020 Olympics despite expected a baby in April.; Category: sports
Title: This Mom's Been Sober For 3 Years, and Her Celebratory Photo Shoot With Her Son Is Everything; Abstract: Erika Hurt, a mom who officially swore off drugs three years ago, has completely turned it around ever since police photographed her overdosing in a car in 2016.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Jenelle Evans Obtains Temporary Restraining Order Against David Eason; Abstract: Former Teen Mom star Jenelle Evans accuses David Eason of abuse in court documents obtained exclusively by E! News; Category: tv
Title: 35 musicians you should see live at least once in your life; Abstract: If you have a chance to see these musicians live, you absolutely need to take the chance and grab a ticket.; Category: music
Title: This Is What the 2020 Toyota Supra Should've Looked Like From the Start; Abstract: That wing should be standard on every Supra. The fact that it isn't is a tragedy.; Category: autos
Title: Ian Ziering's Wife Erin Ludwig Files for Divorce Days After Split Announcement; Abstract: Ian Ziering's Wife Erin Ludwig Files for Divorce; Category: tv
Title: People Pull Together To Save A Frightened Dog Loose On Highway; Abstract: What began as a frightening predicament for a poor pup trapped on a busy roadway in the end revealed something truly special: Humanity at its finest. Twitter/TobyTinelli On Sunday, Toby Tinelli and his wife were driving on a highway in Houston, Texas, when they suddenly spotted a dog loose and scared among the cars. Without hesitating, all the drivers around Tinelli made the dog's well-being their top priority forming a protective blockade...; Category: lifestyle | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Way They Learn; Author: Visit Amazon's Cynthia Ulrich Tobias Page; Review: This book has helped me so much. It is amazing how God made us all different. By learning the different styles of how kids learn I am able to teach to teach each child individually!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Baby Touch and Feel Zoo's Who?; Author: Visit Amazon's Roger Priddy Page; Review: I bought this for friends who just adopted a boy from China. It was a perfect gift for him. Thanks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Little Rabbit (Phoebe Dunn Collection); Author: Visit Amazon's Judy Dunn Page; Review: My kids and i loved reading this simple book!! It was a great book that was apart of our Before 5 in a row.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: At The Beach (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition); Author: Visit Amazon's Huy Voun Lee Page; Review: This was the perfect gift for our friends who adopted a little boy from China. Their family's favorite vacation spot is the beach so now they can learn some words to help him adjust to our language and them to his!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Family Under the Bridge, The; Author: Visit Amazon's Natalie Savage Carlson Page; Review: A great book. A great book to read before Christmas!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Your Guide to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks (True North Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Dennis Bokovoy Page; Review: This is a must for Yellowstone trip. We have 3 kids {11, 9, and 5} . We are reading it together each night. We are all learning so much! THanks so much for writing a great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Amon's Adventure: A Family Story for Easter; Author: Visit Amazon's Arnold Ytreeide Page; Review: This is such a great story giving insight to the Easter story.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ferdinand Book and Toy Set; Author: Visit Amazon's Munro Leaf Page; Review: Such a cute bull and a great story!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: At Home in the World: Reflections on Belonging While Wandering the Globe; Author: Visit Amazon's Tsh Oxenreider Page; Review: This is a great book. I highlighted a lot and made my own note of places I want to travel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Back to Basics Home Canning Kit - 286 (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Back to Basics; Review: This was a very flimsy set! The magnet on the stick that you use to remove caps melted right off the first I used it and the tongs are flimsy and a little scary to use. Get the products from Bell - they are much studier and very inexpensive.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Norpro Stainless Steel Tea Ball; Brand: Norpro; Review: I wanted a larger tea ball to use with herbal teas. This one is very difficult to reseal after you have removed the cap. I'm going to look for a nicer model.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: T-fal Electric Kettle, Instant Coffee, Instant Soup, Variable Temperature and Auto Shut Off, 1 Liter, Black; Brand: T-fal; Review: This kettle replaced our beloved old one that finally died and we are very happy with it. There is no plastic odor, it boils water very fast and it is quiet and efficient. We use it practically every night and it always performs as expected.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Norpro Stainless Steel Tea Ball, Set of 2; Brand: Norpro; Review: I wanted a larger tea ball to use with herbal teas. This one is very difficult to reseal after you have removed the cap. I'm going to look for a nicer model.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Black & Decker CHV1510 Dustbuster 15.6-Volt Cordless Cyclonic Hand Vacuum; Brand: Black & Decker; Review: It picks things up well, but the hose attachment doesn't always click on well when you go to put it back together after emptying. Even when you think you've really gotten it on correctly, it will pop off while vacuuming. It's a bit hard to clean too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pinzon Micro Bead Medium Density Therapy Pillow with Cover; Brand: Pinzon by Amazon; Review: I love this pillow - it's perfect for holding my head up enough so that my shoulder doesn't hurt while I'm sleeping, but it gets flat pretty quickly. For the price I can't keep buying them every time they go flat.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 31PCS Colorful Props On A Stick Mustache Photo Booth Party Fun Wedding Christmas Birthday Favor; Brand: HOMEGIFT; Review: These were very small and very flimsy. The sticks were very thin as well so almost impossible to glue on - I used popsicle sticks instead. If you just need a quick one time thing and you don't really care if they last through the whole event, these will work at a cheap price.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kitchen Supply Squeeze Bottles: Set of 3, 8-oz; Brand: Honey-Can-Do; Review: These are perfect for picnics and poolside. If I could make any improvement suggestions, I would suggest that the little lid be attached so they can't be lost.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 1 X Multifunction Vegetable Fruit Twister Cutter Slicer Utensil Processing Device; Brand: uzone international; Review: This was pretty much impossible to use. It is very hard to turn the device once you put a vegetable in there. I think I got about three twists out of it before it became to difficult. If you like spiralized veggies - buy a better device.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: FRIOPOP Premium Quality Ice Cream Maker Popsicle Mold Ice Candy Disposable Bags (100 bags/package); Brand: FRIOPOP; Review: These are great! I thought it was another thing I bought on impulse and would never use but I have been using them constantly! Makes great healthy pops easily and it makes you feel so great to feed that kind to you child then one filled with sugars and chemicals.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beistle Barnyard Friends Photo Property, 3-Feet 10-Inch by 25-Inch, Multicolor; Brand: Beistle; Review: This was very cute and helped us get adorable pictures at my son's party. It is not very tall - you have to put it on some chairs and hope it doesn't fall over. The weirdest part was the horrible smell. When I took it out of the box it smelled like a skunk had sprayed it - it was amazing! I aired it out and sprayed it for days before the party, but it never went away completely.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Foodsaver compatible FoodVacBags 100 Quart Size 8x12-inch Vacuum Sealer Storage Bags, BPA Free, Commercial Grade, Heavy Duty, Sous Vide; Brand: FoodVacBags; Review: These are great, high quality bags at a great price! They make vacuum sealing so easy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Vanity Fair; Author: William Makepeace Thackeray; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: The Dobbin-Amelia subplot was the only storyline I found compelling. While the overall "point" of the book is good, I just find Becky Sharp... frustrating.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: David Copperfield; Author: Charles Dickens; Genres: history, young-adult, children, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: 7/10; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto; Author: Michael Pollan; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: What I loved about this book is that it completely challenged how I thought about eating healthfully - which is saying a lot since I'm an Adventist. I enjoyed all the research that went into the science and history of food, and just when I thought I would be overwhelmed by the complicatedness of it all, Pollan boiled it down to some very basic principles that were easy to implement in my own life. Granted, some of the suggestions were impractical, but overall I found them easy to remember and easy to implement. And I have enjoyed food more since reading this book.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Son (The Giver, #4); Author: Lois Lowry; Genres: young-adult, children, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: I absolutely loved The Giver and while none of the rest of the series was quite as good, I also really enjoyed Messenger. This final book in the series is also fantastic, both in its own right and as the conclusion to a brilliant series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Idiot; Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: My first Russian novel did not disappoint. Myshkin is one of the most fascinating characters in all of literature. His complicated relationship with Nastaysa and Aglaia is so well constructed that, unlike most love triangles, I still have yet to conclude how I feel about it. 500 pages in, the climax scene is perhaps the most intense in any book I've ever read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter, #7); Author: J.K. Rowling; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, romance, children, crime, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: ** spoiler alert ** I was finally convinced by a friend to give Harry Potter a try. I was skeptical, for sure, and the first four books of the series did little to excite me. Rowling seemed to fall into the same pitfalls that most authors do when writing about magic, and while that did not entirely disappear, the last three books definitely turned a corner for the better. I found myself thoroughly enjoying the main trio, as well as endeared to two of the best literary characters I've met for a long time - Dumbledore and Snape. By the time I got to The Deathly Hallows, I was ready for an impressive climax and was not disappointed as the themes of love and self-sacrifice in this series came to their fruition powerfully.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Three Weeks With My Brother; Author: Nicholas Sparks; Genres: history, young-adult, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I have never read anything else by Nicholas Sparks, nor seen any of the movies based on his books, but this book was recommended to me and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I appreciated the honesty and the humor. I felt privileged to journey with these two brothers through their challenges, triumphs, and memories.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Great Gatsby; Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: I cannot say that the story itself is anything extraordinary. It is tragically cautionary and socially intriguing, but wouldn't really be memorable except for one thing: it is brilliantly written. Fitzgerald's command of vocabulary is inspiring. It is worth reading to experience that alone.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steve Jobs; Author: Walter Isaacson; Genres: history, comics, graphic, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: This book has almost made me an Apple fan. At the very least, it has probably ensured that I will at least one day buy a Mac. Probably. Really understanding what drove Steve Jobs both frustrated and inspired me. I learned both how to use creativity and how not to use it, how to run a business and how not to run it. I feel like I got a great glimpse into genius - both its strengths and weaknesses. And that was what made both this book and Steve Jobs so fascinating.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Letter to a Comrade; Author: Joy Davidman; Genres: poetry, fiction; Review: When I watched Shadowlands and heard Joy recite her poem Snow in Madrid, I knew I had to find the book it was in and read more. I can see why C.S. Lewis married this woman.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet; Author: Jamie Ford; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: 9/10; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: We Put a Man on the Moon: Thoughts on Living a Better Story; Author: Kyle Scheele; Genres: non-fiction; Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Martian; Author: Andy Weir; Genres: thriller, crime, paranormal, fiction, fantasy, mystery; Review: 7/10; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flowers for Algernon; Author: Daniel Keyes; Genres: young-adult, children, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sarah (Women of Genesis, #1); Author: Orson Scott Card; Genres: history, young-adult, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Every Bitter Thing Is Sweet: Tasting the Goodness of God in All Things; Author: Sara Hagerty; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction, fiction; Review: "Our greatest testimony isn't found in those moments of victory over weakness or even in the moments of hope fulfilled; it is found in waiting, wanting, adoring. It is found in hunger."; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taliesin (The Pendragon Cycle, #1); Author: Stephen R. Lawhead; Genres: history, young-adult, romance, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: Rating: 7/10; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Moonstone; Author: Wilkie Collins; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: Rating: 7/10; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rebels (Safe Lands, #3); Author: Jill Williamson; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: 7/10; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: If You Feel Too Much: Thoughts on Things Found and Lost and Hoped For; Author: Jamie Tworkowski; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, non-fiction; Review: Rating: 9/10; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: god is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything; Author: Christopher Hitchens; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: I was hoping to read well-presented arguments that would challenge my way of thinking, but instead I found mostly strawman arguments where Hitchens picks various examples of people doing stupid things in the name of religion and claims this to represent religion as a whole. Also, his treatment of religious texts, specifically the Old and New Testaments, reveals that he does not have a thorough understanding of the texts or the way that they are interpreted by their followers. Having said that, he does bring out a number of inconsistencies and weaknesses of religious thought, which I resonated with. unfortunately, these are buried under all the generalizations and lack of thoroughness throughout the rest of the book.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bad Feminist; Author: Roxane Gay; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: 7/10; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scary Close: Dropping the Act and Finding True Intimacy; Author: Donald Miller; Genres: history, non-fiction, biography, historical fiction; Review: I am convinced that Donald Miller could write about anything and I would love it. Even better when he writes about something that's been very important to me over the past few years. This book is fantastic. I want to buy it for everyone I know. But most of you will just have to buy it for yourselves. It is beyond worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Code Name Verity (Code Name Verity, #1); Author: Elizabeth Wein; Genres: history, young-adult, mystery, thriller, crime, biography, historical fiction, fiction; Review: 7/10; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Broken Places; Author: Michele Phoenix; Genres: poetry, young-adult, fiction; Review: 3.5/5; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Red Rising (Red Rising, #1); Author: Pierce Brown; Genres: young-adult, paranormal, fantasy, romance, fiction; Review: 3.5; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Feels Like Redemption: The Pilgrimage to Health and Healing; Author: Seth Taylor; Genres: non-fiction; Review: 3.5/5; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Christmas Carol; Author: Charles Dickens; Genres: history, young-adult, children, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: 3.5/5; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Golden Key; Author: George MacDonald; Genres: young-adult, romance, children, paranormal, fantasy, fiction; Review: 3.5/5; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell; Author: Susanna Clarke; Genres: history, mystery, thriller, crime, paranormal, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, fiction; Review: 3.5 stars; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Monster Calls; Author: Patrick Ness; Genres: young-adult, mystery, thriller, comics, children, crime, paranormal, graphic, fantasy, fiction; Review: 3.5*; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | goodreads |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Orion Design Hotel; City: Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: Stayed 2 nights at 302 during business trip as a couple through Booking .com. Had a confusion for access to the hotel despite seeing it from the main road. Difficulty to park our 4x4 due to small parking area. Would suggest to close the outdoor restaurant area instead to allow more parking space. Very friendly & helpful staff indeed. Good security eventhough near busy street & commercial area. Elegant lobby & room design with intimate aura; love the rain shower very much. Need to rearrange table to allow space to pray jamaah together(for Muslims). Dark room & dim lightings attract some mosquitoes in. Otherwise; all is well. Keep it up!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sentral Kuantan; City: Kuantan Kuantan District Pahang; Review: Getting to Kuantan aftermath the flood was uneventful; but there shouldn't be any excuse for serving customers with dirty stained towels and dusty room. Despite adequate basic amenities; it is expected to be clean at least. Good shower pressure & exhaust fan are commendable. Checking in & out were both smooth; thanks to the well-versed staff. The room price includes breakfast which could have been a lot better compared with other Sentral Hotels around Malaysia. It could be disastrous if everyone decides to come down around 8.30-9.30am over the weekends..quite challenging for a 97 rooms hotel. Plenty of room for improvement especially on the menu & taste. Parking spaces are available behind the hotel (within the green gate) and security guards are seen roaming the area as it is located near the main road. Wifi is slow though. Wonder if something could be done to enhance the experience walking beside the Kuantan River..quite scary for a night stroll after dinner. Discounts for the boat ride excursion can attract more business during off-peaks. Pak Akob Ikan Patin by the river which is also behind the hotel well-recommended for traditional lunch menu can be quite busy on weekdays. Naturally, a nice quiet location to be in Kuantan town instead of staying by the beach but quite far from the main shopping area which is around the Stadium Darul Makmur.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Seri Malaysia Melaka; City: Ayer Keroh Central Melaka District Melaka State; Review: Stayed here during a weekend break to explore Ayer Keroh area..assigned to the 4th floor with ample space and the forest view..serene as it is.. especially at night after the rain. There is no lift in this hotel and not suitable for the disable. Amenities are basic but the room was not sparkling clean..breakfast was not that perfect..not top up in time and food was not that tasty at all.Close by though to most attraction in the area and give discounts for the crocodile farm & few other places...I think it's ok for a family getaway but not so for couples. staff need to be more friendly and courteous....lots of room for improvement for all department.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Jelai; City: Temerloh Temerloh District Temerluh Pahang; Review: Findding a hotel in Temerloh is quite tricky..thanks to this colourful hotel located smack down near a tT-junction traffic light..quite cheap since it includes adequate breakfast down its own cafe. Rooms equipped with ample amenities with good wifi and balcony view of the not so busy small town..which quietens near to midnite..well it is close to the main road. A nice stop for travellers who need a quick break before continuing journey to the east coast from KL.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Horizon Hotel; City: Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu District West Coast Division Sabah; Review: Decided to stay here for 4 days for end of the year hols..didn't requested for the seaview and was in 1112 after a swift check-in with friendly staff (bumped into the the black horse near the reception few times!). Free secured parking available at 2nd & 3rd floor.Room was in excellent condition with marvellous rain shower, superb amenities (love the sarong!) & modern decor. Wifi was OK. My main humble request was just to add more attendants/ waiters at the breakfast area to help more clients to be seated promptly for their most important meal of the day. Some adjustment for the location of the centre and the fruits & salad island can avoid 'bumper to bumper' acquaintance. As not many stayed in 6 or 4 it is hoped that more table for 2 provided. Choices of menu & taste are commendable. Quite surprised with the new year celebration in front of the hotel. Really enjoyed the spectacular show from local talents and fireworks. Arrangements for tours around KK was also commendable. The Spa on 5th floor was attentive to needs. Didn't try the other restaurant but the pastry one can be better. Thanks for the offers after 6pm. A great choice to start roaming the west coast of Sabah. We did venture the Tuanku Abdul Rahman Park, Kinabalu Park, Kundasang ,Lok Kawi for the elusive Proboscis Monkey and lastly the Tip of Borneo near Kudat. "Semuanya ada di KK". Keep up the great service!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seri Malaysia Genting Highlands; City: Genting Highlands Pahang; Review: Need to stay the night due to poor visibility misty cold route from Batang Kali to Pahang. Didn't booked earlier and paid over RM200 (plus another RM100 for deposit) for a twin room whillst double was unavailable. Room was adequately large but shabby decor with disfunctional shower. Poor wifi apart from lobby area with basic amenities without ironing facility apart from station near the lift..noticed lots of governmental agencies running courses here (photos in lifts!). Breakfast had limited choice and not tasteful. Carpark available front and below beside the mamak's restaurant. No swimming pool and sport centre..I guessed it 's a 2-3 star hotel. Staff are not that friendly at all. Lots of room for improvement as a stopover halfway up Genting as the SkyCab Station is nearby ..not worth staying if you're on vacation.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Warriors: Secrets of the Clans (Warriors Field Guide); Author: Visit Amazon's Erin Hunter Page; Review: The post said the book was in excellent condition but it wasn't. Luckily my neice was just super excited to get it. The cover becomes a poster but it had holes in it so can't really use the poster.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #1: The Sun Trail; Author: Visit Amazon's Erin Hunter Page; Review: It was what I expected.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DanTDM: Trayaurus and the Enchanted Crystal; Author: DanTDM; Review: I truly expected this to be a cheesy, silly, badly written book, but I was WRONG!!! My son adores Dan TDM and he is going to LOVE this book! It is well written, fun and engaging. It is much bigger than I expected, as well. This is perfect for comic book lovers!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 11); Author: ; Review: Fantastic like the rest! This is a Christmas present for my 11 year old son who has all the others! He is going to love this one at least as much as the rest of the set!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Down (Diary of a Wimpy Kid); Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Kinney Page; Review: Fantastic like the rest! This is a Christmas present for my 11 year old son who has all the others! He is going to love this one at least as much as the rest of the set!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DIY Wood Pallet Projects: Personalize Your Space With 24 Amazing And Modern Rustic Design Ideas! (Booklet); Author: Norman Porter; Review: This is a very tiny book! There are no pictures for examples. It is literally like recipe cards. Save your money and look on Pinterest. VERY disappointed!; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Magic Castle Hotel; City: Los Angeles California; Review: Our family of four (two adults and two teenagers) stayed for five nights at the Magic Castle near the first week of April. The room was great for us. It was so spacious. We felt like we had our own apartment. The people who work at the Magic Castle are the BEST! They are so nice and helpful. It is as if everyone at the desk is your own personal concierge. They make everyone feel valued and special. I really can't say enough good things about this place. I would definitely stay there again! Plus we highly recommend the brunch and shows at the Magic Castle next door. That was lots of fun.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Philadelphia Willow Grove; City: Willow Grove Pennsylvania; Review: We just stayed there one night this past weekend. The hotel room was a good size and very clean. We were happy with our choice. If I ever needed to return to the area, I would stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inn at USC; City: Columbia South Carolina; Review: We were pleased to stay at this lovely hotel when visiting the University of South Carolina. Their lobby is really pretty. The room was a good size and quite comfortable. Their morning breakfast included hot food too, even made to order omelets and waffles, which was a nice surprise. The reception desk had water, iced tea and lemonade, which was nice to have upon our arrival. We would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Suites University; City: Bethlehem Pennsylvania; Review: Good location for visiting Lehigh University. This is a basic hotel. It seemed clean, but could use some updating. The sheets were wrinkled and the furnishings a bit outdated. We were expecting basic and that's what it is, which was fine for a one night stay. The breakfast was pretty minimal and basic too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Courtyard Winston Salem University; City: Winston Salem North Carolina; Review: Super friendly staff! Pleasant, quiet and clean room. Great location for visiting Wake Forest University. I selected this hotel because of its strong Trip Advisor ratings and once again following Trip Advisor reviews proved accurate. I would definitely stay here again if I returned to the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Duval Autograph Collection; City: Tallahassee Florida; Review: This hotel appears sleek and sophisticated. The staff is warm and welcoming. The room is nicely decorated, although the a/c unit is quite loud. The big drawback is the strange design of the hotel bathroom. The door and side wall are sliding and made of frosted glass. So, unless you are staying in this room alone, if it is at night and you turn on the bathroom light, it shines through the glass and brightens the entire hotel room. Also, you can kind of see through the frosted glass to the shadows of the person inside. When I commented on this strange design to the front desk staff, they informed me that their hotel is typically used by business travelers staying alone in the room. So, if you are on your own, the hotel is fine, but if you are with another, you may not care for this odd aspect of the room's design. Also, the hotel seems to prefer to have a strong scent (such as the smell of incense or potpourri). The rooms do as well, which can aggravate one's allergies if sensitive to such things. I would prefer not to stay here again.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Little English Guesthouse Bed and Breakfast; City: Tallahassee Florida; Review: You feel as if you have been welcomed to a good friend's home! This was a nice alternative to a crowded, busy hotel. Very clean and warmly decorated. Close to Florida State University. Easy to find and nearby to stores and restaurants.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Historic Hotel Bethlehem; City: Bethlehem Pennsylvania; Review: Such a lovely historic hotel! The lobby is beautiful. This is a hotel where you can just sit in the lobby, have a drink or a meal and feel content. Very convenient to Lehigh University. Well-appointed and comfortable rooms. I definitely would stay there again. Just a warm feeling all around.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with businesses as follows:
Title: Thai L' Elephant; City: Phoenixville, PA; Review: Tonight I enjoyed the spicy curry with shrimp, I am usually good with spicy, but this dish is HOT! However it is delicious, the rice, vegetables, and shrimp were cooked perfectly and as always the service is fantastic. Make sure you order a Thai iced tea with this one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greenheart Cafe; City: Collegeville, PA; Review: Awesome food and very reasonable prices we are here for breakfast later in the afternoon. The service is lacking, but to be fair there is no one else here and it is a rainy day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Devon Seafood Grill; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Went last night for a wonderful family outing with my boyfriends family- for all of the hype I was significantly underwhelmed by the service at Devon. I will say the food was above average for the most part- crab cakes, lobster roll appetizer, lobster bisque and biscuits- all delicious. Everyone at our table who got steak reported it was cooked perfectly- however my swordfish was dry (ie sitting under a heat lamp too long) and another member of our party had the grouper- which was undercooked...seafood is your speciality? However, the most disappointing part of this restaurant was the server. In addition to not correctly getting drinks right or out in a timely fashion, she managed to spill one all over one of our groups shirt. There was no recovery attempt made in any way, the incident was not even acknowledged by our server. In addition, the entire restaurant was too smokey- while this was no ones fault, it is worth noting. I would have expected the level of service from an Applebee's- in fact I've had better there. The saving grace was that I was lucky to be in great company.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Devon Seafood Grill; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: 11-9-15 I want to amend my review in light of the recovery done by the marketing department and manager of Devon Seafood. They very quickly responded to my review and their manager reached out personally to rectify what happened. This would have been amended sooner if I had been able- their response time was very quick to offer apologies and solutions to my experience. In light of this, I would like to increase my rating of this restaurant, I also want to add i was in no way asked to do so, I feel recovery is as important as any other aspect of customer service and retention. September 2015 Went last night for a wonderful family outing with my boyfriends family- for all of the hype I was significantly underwhelmed by the service at Devon. I will say the food was above average for the most part- crab cakes, lobster roll appetizer, lobster bisque and biscuits- all delicious. Everyone at our table who got steak reported it was cooked perfectly- however my swordfish was dry (ie sitting under a heat lamp too long) and another member of our party had the grouper- which was undercooked...seafood is your speciality? However, the most disappointing part of this restaurant was the server. In addition to not correctly getting drinks right or out in a timely fashion, she managed to spill one all over one of our groups shirt. There was no recovery attempt made in any way, the incident was not even acknowledged by our server. In addition, the entire restaurant was too smokey- while this was no ones fault, it is worth noting. I would have expected the level of service from an Applebee's- in fact I've had better there. The saving grace was that I was lucky to be in great company.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wave Reviews; City: Lansdale, PA; Review: I can't say enough good things about Wave Reviews and the staff there! My appointment was accommodated the week of a holiday and everyone was friendly and welcoming. Terri did an amazing job not only on my color, but on explaining how and why she was using the techniques she did. I truly appreciated the personal service from Wave Reviews, they went above and beyond to take care of me when they were no doubt very busy with other customer. I will most definitely be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Posh Nails; City: Lansdale, PA; Review: Posh is a great salon, I can't say enough about how wonderful of a job Jin did on my nails! They have a great selection of colors and my gel mani's last two weeks without chipping, and probably would longer if I didn't want to change it up. They also do a good job if you're looking for Pinterest designs! ITJ!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hatboro Garden Nail & Spa; City: Hatboro, PA; Review: I used to live closer to the Garden, but I still drive across many many salons to come here!! I highly recommend the spa pedicure and any of their nail services (myself, family, friends, and co workers have had them all). A great tip is to have cash, sometimes they have specials for it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ICI Macarons & Cafe; City: Philadelphia, PA; Review: Worth driving twenty minutes (for two miles) to get these macaroons. LOVED the pear lychee and dark chocolate salted caramel. The milk and honey was also amazing- reminiscent of a snickerdoodle I also tried the fruit stuffed short bread cookies- which were good, but not my style overall.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Zebra-Striped Whale; City: Newtown, PA; Review: Wonderful customer service- tried many flavors of ice cream and they were all delicious. Opted for a pint to go and an iced americano. Beautiful and clean space, and truly such a friendly staff!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: GOLDEN CAT COMPANY 702082 Tidy Cats Crystal Blend Scoop Pail, 27-Pound; Brand: Golden Cat; Review: My kitty was separated from his mom at an early age. He does not know how to cover his "stuff" so it smells really bad. I saw this and thought it was different and it says "locks in odor" and its more expensive than regular litter. WASTE OF MONEY. DOES NOT DO ANYTHING. And when he pee's this does not clump so I have to change it more often. DO NOT BUY THIS!!!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Roll n Clean Self Cleaning Litter Box; Brand: Omega Paw; Review: My cat was rescued and taken from his mother young. He has no idea how to cover his "stuff". I have used SO many litter boxes and those "crystal" litter products that are supposed to lock in odor. This is THE BEST litter box I have ever had. Its so much easier to use. Only thing is sometimes his "stuff" gets stuck on the bottom of the litter box..so when I roll it over I just hit the top of the box to knock them down. No smell and NO mess. Be sure to put a little bit more litter in this box than you normally would. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Booda Scoop'N Hide Litter Scoop; Brand: Petmate; Review: very difficult to close when putting scooper back in..wish this was made better as it is an awesome idea..we ended up getting a cat genie which has the built in scooper and was much easier to use; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Petmate Top Entry Litter Pan Cat Litter Box Brushed Nickel/Pearl White; Brand: Petmate; Review: it works really well just the top is not very secure; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Super Design Can Covers Scoop Packaging,BPA Free Silicone Can Cover for Multiple Sizes with Melamine Food Scoop,for Dog and Cat; Brand: Super Design; Review: This was double the price at our local pet store and the spoon is absolute garbage. not worth it; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Inn on the Alameda; City: Santa Fe New Mexico; Review: While Santa Fe was not to my liking, the hotel was by far the best part of the trip. I based my selection on the reviews here and I was not disappointed. The only "con" to the hotel was that the room, patio, and bathroom were small. It would have also been nice to have a better entertainment selection on the TV since Santa Fe itself was so incredibly boring. But it was very clean, the bathroom very nice, the beds comfy. The lobby and outside patio are very comfortable, and the breakfast and afternoon wine were a nice addition. I am a picky traveler, but the Inn on the Alameda satisfied me.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Marker San Francisco A Joie de Vivre Hotel; City: San Francisco California; Review: I loved my stay at the Hotel Monaco, one of my most pleasant hotel stays ever. I had a double room on the 6th floor which wasn't exactly large, but not as tiny as some have mentioned. There was minimal street noise, much less than I expected. The room was extremely clean, the linens soft and high quality, and the bed was very comfy. The room had a lot of amenities like the DVD player and video game I didn't use, but they were nice to have. The in-room safe is a great feature, much appreciated. The mini bar was a regular fridge, so you can fit some bottles of your wine and water in there. The free WiFi was great, and even the IT guy I spoke to on the phone when I had trouble connecting was pleasant and helpful. The location was very convenient, and I agree with the others that most of areas of downtown SF are "mixed," so it's not like it's an unsafe neighborhood. I had no problems walking around in the daytime and evenings alone. The evening wine and morning coffee are such a nice feature. However, like some others have said, the problem is with people's bad manners, not the hotel. During my stay, some parents allowed their kids to play noisy video games and wrestle around on the couches during the evening reception. What part of "hosted wine reception" says, "Bring the kids!" Overall, I don't think children are a problem at this hotel as it's clearly not trying to be "child-friendly" -- I think it's just summer and a lot of families are traveling. I would not want a dread of unruly children to keep people from this lovely hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt San Francisco; City: San Francisco California; Review: The dawn of the 21st century seems to have escaped this Hyatt. Beyond a very comfy bed, nice linens, and an iPod dock, the rooms are still living in the 70s and 80s. The lighting, vanity, and peach-colored tile in the bathroom scream 70s, and the traditional wood furniture is hopelessly outdated. As for technology, there is no real desk (just a table in the corner), no desk chair, only a couple of outlets near the "desk," wifi costs $10/day, and when I'm staying at the "Grand" Hyatt I really don't want to be watching the same 18-year-old tv I have at home. (In fact, it was the same TV that was in a friend's room in one of the cheap old hotels on Post St.) The carpet was very unattractive and there seemed to be no consistent theme to the artwork. The room was not that much cheaper than some others I considered that I know are more up to date, and for the location and clientele, this hotel really needs to step it up. It was immaculately clean and the staff was friendly and the service good, the lobby is pretty and the 36th floor lounge was nice enough. But overall, I was extremely disappointed.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fairmont Pittsburgh; City: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania; Review: I agree with the other reviews, that this is a very nice hotel. Probably one of the nicest I have stayed at. Also the most expensive. I would not normally consider paying almost $400 a night, but the options downtown were limited. I ended up with a bit of deal by signing up for a Fairmont credit card which gave me one night free and three free breakfasts. Pittsburgh hotels were very expensive -- a travel agent told me there is not much competition in the market there. The lobby is small, but nicely furnished with a nice bar. I had dinner at the bar one night and it was fine. The restaurant was fine for breakfast, but I wouldn't go there for dinner, it was nothing special. The beds were exceptionally comfortable, the bathroom was huge, and everything was very clean. I'm a picky traveler and I had no complaints at all about the hotel. I had to have maintenance come up twice (a cable in the entertainment system was not properly connected, and my remote died), and the engineer arrived very quickly and was very helpful. I used the gym twice and took one of the classes, in which I was the only participant. The gym area was well stocked with water, fruit, teas, coffee, and newspapers -- I'm not sure how a previous reviewer could say there was no water at the gym. I did not use the spa, but the dressing room/sauna area was lovely and clean - and empty. All the staff were very friendly and responses were quick, and Mike the concierge was very helpful with driving directions. The only thing missing was a printed hotel directory. I was not sure where the gym was and didn't know until the day I left that there was filtered water available where the ice was. I think I saw a hotel directory as one of the tv services when I checked out, but it would have been nice if the desk staff had told me that when I checked in. This was a beautiful hotel and I would definitely stay there again and recommend it to others.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Grand Hotel Minneapolis; City: Minneapolis Minnesota; Review: I had never been to Minneapolis before, but when I saw there was a Kimpton attached to a fitness facility, I never considered anywhere else. I'm a big fan of the Kimpton chain. The cozy feel and friendly staff always make me feel at home. They treat the In Touch members very well with free wifi, a mini bar credit, and, at the Grand, a bottle of wine in our room! The rooms and bathrooms were very large for Kimptons, a pleasant surprise. There was an entry alcove with closet, mini bar, and a spot to house a suitcase. There was a separate tub and shower and toilet room, and plenty of vanity room. The bed was very comfortable. I'd say the only thing missing was an additional chair -- there was only one lounge chair, no couch or loveseat. The fitness center is a huge benefit of this hotel. An entire high quality gym that locals probably pay a hefty monthly fee for right inside the hotel. The health club is a little difficult to navigate with all its different levels, but they offer everything you could ever need or want and it was not at all crowded when we were there. We took a couple of the classes, used the cardio equipment and weight center, and the staff could not have been nicer. Towels and water were available, and being able to take the hotel elevator directly to the gym was a huge plus since it was snowing (in May!). The lobby is small, but cozy. We ate and drank a few times at the nice little bar with the friendly bartenders and good food and drinks. You can access the skyway directly from the hotel and get to coffee shops and shopping without going outside. (Did I mention that it was snowing -- in May?) There isn't a lot going on downtown in the evenings or on the weekends, but we did find some lovely restaurants within an easy cab/drive. I'd echo the issues with the valet that others have mentioned. We never did find the valet and just parked in the garage directly across the street from the hotel's front entrance. We had a small issue with a room charge and we weren't happy with our cleaning service one day, but all issues were addressed and resolved quickly in typical Kimpton fashion. I had not seen snow in 15 years (which is why I planned my trip in MAY), but it wasn't so awful an experience with the Kimpton to make me feel warm and at home!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harbor View Inn; City: Santa Barbara California; Review: The Harbor View Inn was very nice, but for the price, I wanted to feel more pampered. The whole experience from check in to check out felt vaguely motel-like, not 3- or 4-star hotel. The staff was nice but not particularly well trained. For example, while the gentleman checking people in was busy with the people in front of us, another lady walked out of the office and looked around at the people in line, but didn't acknowledge us in any way or offer assistance. I said to her, we are checking in, but she just told us to wait and then walked away. The young lady who did then check us in did not know the location of a nearby popular tourist spot. We were not offered any assistance with our bags. Our room was not ready and we were told we'd receive a call when it was, but we never did. Everyone we encountered gave the impression they were doing the job because it was available and not out of any interest in the hospitality industry. My boyfriend said of the staff, "No one seems like they are having a fun or going out of their way for us. It's like the difference between flying Southwest and USAir." In the room, there were not nearly enough towels. Only one washcloth and hand towel, two bath towels. We didn't have time to call for more, so we grabbed a few towels from the gym as we walked by. There was a mini bar fridge, but it was locked and we were not given or offered a key for it. The pool towels were thin and worn. The pool itself was in dire need of a skim -- I wanted to get in but only put my feet in. There was no attendant and there were dirty towels lying around from earlier in the day. On the plus side, we were offered an upgrade to ocean front for $20 and we took it. The room was very nice -- no complaints about the cleanliness or comfort. The balcony was large and the chaises were comfortable. The bathroom was newly remodeled. The bathtub was huge and modern, but the shower was tiny and dark -- I would vastly prefer a large shower. We considered staying another night to enjoy the view and the local scene, but finally decided that the Harbor View Inn was not giving us the value for dollar to make it worthwhile. The staff wasn't willing to give us the same price for the following night, even though it was still a weeknight. We've stayed at the Spanish Garden Inn and I would rank the comfort and cleanliness as equal, but the Spanish Garden Inn makes you feel pampered the minute you walk in and parking and breakfast are included. My impression was that the Harbor View Inn feels they don't have to try very hard due to their amazing location.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica; City: Santa Monica California; Review: I stayed at the Le Meridien Delfina with a friend who was there for business. The decor is nice, but overall it was nothing special and the location was lacking. It is a short walk to the beach, which is nice, but it's a good 15-minute walk to the Third Street Promenade and the other shops and restaurants on that side of the freeway. And it's not a pleasant walk. In addition to being generally ugly in that area, there was a big construction project on the street in front of the hotel that we had to dodge. The hallway down to our room was one of the longest, most winding and darkest I have ever experienced. Once in the room, it was pretty and a good size and clean enough, but, again, nothing special. The bed and pillows were average. The bathroom was poorly designed in that it had a lot of open wasted floor space but a tiny sink and toilet. There were only two sets of towels, no extras anywhere, so we had to call for more. The next day the housekeeper used the "extra" towels as our day's supply, so we still didn't have enough. There was a fridge in the room, which is handy, but it barely kept things cool. The tv was so far away from the bed that using the remote in bed was chore because it had to be held just so. The fitness center was nice, but there were no towels there. Wifi was somewhere in the $12 a day area (I wasn't paying, so I'm not sure), which is ridiculous, and it didn't work consistently. I gave up trying on my devices and my friend got it to to work but it was very slow. Food and drink seemed expensive, though compared to other hotels I guess they are average -- but the lack of a high end feel made those items SEEM more expensive. It's not that the service was bad, I just didn't feel that welcome, like the bell men and valet guys and the concierge always had someone else to talk to and were just there doing their jobs. I guess I didn't realize how nice it is when the staff greet you by name, or rush to open a door for you, or answer the slightest request with "My pleasure!" I've experienced that feel in hotels that didn't cost what this one does. On the plus side, the self-parking is free, though a little scary in the tight garage. My friend said the conference facility was pleasant and the food good.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Newport Beach Marriott Bayview; City: Newport Beach California; Review: The lack of shelf space in the huge bathroom is a deal breaker for me and I would not stay here again. The bathroom layout is extremely inefficient. The sink is one small space with only a few inches of vanity on either side. The tub, toilet, and shower are in a separate space separated by a pocket door, and there is NO shelving in that area. A huge empty space is wasted. I stored my toiletries in the tub. The pocket doors from the bedroom to the sink area and toilet area were hard to slide, making it difficult to have privacy. The living room area was large, but again, the space was not well used. The credenza area where the coffee was did not add much shelf space to the room. It would have been great if there had been another sink or even more shelf space. The sofa and chair were big and the desk was small. The bar drinks were very expensive, even by hotel standards. We got there on a Sunday afternoon and there were tables in the bar that had not been cleared. We had a drink and a snack outside and the next morning saw that our dishes had never been cleared from the lounge chairs we used. On the plus side: The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We are Marriott Gold and got a comp buffet breakfast and the food was really good with a nice selection of items, including plain yogurt which is hard to find at buffets. The workout room was small but there was a good stretching area and it was not crowded on a Monday morning. There is a scenic walking trail behind the hotel. The patio is attractive and comfortable for sitting outside to eat and drink. We didn't use the pool, but it looked nice.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Demi s Place Bed and Breakfast; City: Niagara on the Lake Ontario; Review: I had never stayed in a B&B before, as I don't like kitsch or "charm" and prefer sleek and modern over quaint. But since there are no hotels like that in Niagara-on-the-Lake, we chose a B&B, and it was a great choice. Demi's Place is cozy without being kitschy. It was uncomfortably hot in NOTL when we were there, but our room stayed cool with the AC and a ceiling fan. Everything in the house was immaculately clean, the bed was comfortable and our room (Festival, I think) was VERY spacious. The en suite bathroom was as nice or nicer than many hotels I have stayed in. Breakfast was lovely both days we were there, with only one other guest the first morning and another couple the second morning. Coffee was plentiful! If not for the heat, the location would probably be great. But since it was so hot, we only walked into town once; fortunately since we were there during the week, parking in town was not an issue. We also didn't partake of the outdoor gazebo during our stay, but I'm sure it would be nice to sit out there on a cooler evening. Proximity to the wineries is excellent, with all of them being within a 5-15 minute drive. My only complaint is the 9a breakfast time is a bit late for us. We usually like to be out and about by that time, or have a quick breakfast and get on with our day. I understand that it's difficult to choose a breakfast time that is pleasing for everyone, but if I stayed in a B&B again I'd probably try to find one that offered a grab-and-go option or a less formal buffet set up. It would also be nice to have a small fridge in the room for wine and water. My partner has stayed in B&Bs before and said Demi's Place was the nicest he has experienced. Now I'm afraid to try another one anywhere for fear it won't compare!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Budapest Marriott Hotel; City: Budapest Central Hungary; Review: Our room was ready when we arrived early in the day, which was great. The room was a typical Marriott, which is exactly what we wanted. The bed was not very comfortable. The bathroom was modern and everything was clean. The concierge lounge was big with a big patio overlooking the river. There was a nice selection of food for both happy hour and breakfast, and the wine was poured freely during the late afternoon we spent in the lounge. You can walk everywhere from this location. We started walking down the river, then deeper into the downtown Pest area and around various touristy and less touristy streets. Found an outdoor market with great food and beer not too far away. Very nice little restaurant just behind the hotel. We did not walk to the Buda side from here, but we met some others who had, so this is really a central location for whatever you want to do in Budapest. We chose the hotel due to its location close to where our river cruise ship docked, but we took a cab, which was probably a mistake. Due to the traffic patterns and time of day, it took over half an hour to get from the boat to the hotel, which was really only a few blocks away. Recommend walking if you want to save time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bavaria Boutique Hotel; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: The hotel was modern and clean, the breakfast was great. We probably would have been happier at a hotel nearer the city center, but we couldn't find anything as nice in this price range in that area. The neighborhood is a bit dismal, but there are some nice bakeries nearby, and we found a couple of nice restaurants. We took Uber to and from the city because we only had one full day in Munich and didn't want to waste time figuring out the public transportation. The bathroom was small. There was a tub with shower, but the layout of the shower and the shower "door" made it difficult to use. No washcloths, which is the European way, but I vastly prefer having them. The hairdryer was difficult to use as the "on" button had to be pushed the entire time it was used. This might be a feature of German hairdryers as I found the same thing at another hotel. The room was comfortable enough. No closet, just shelves and a hanging rack, which was fine for us as we were only there 2 nights. Our room had a small patio, but we didn't use it because the weather was not good. Not much of a view, just looking out at apartments and their balconies. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice little bar with TVs. The breakfast was definitely the highlight of this hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finlay House; City: Niagara on the Lake Ontario; Review: We enjoyed our stay at Finlay House and would stay again. I'm a picky traveler, but I found the Oscar Wilde room to be clean, cozy, roomy, and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. It was great having a small fridge in the room. I'd say the only thing missing was a comfortable chair -- there were two side chairs which we used for bags but nowhere in the room to sit and lounge. The bathroom had good lighting and was pretty spacious. One downside for some might be the very steep stairs to the upstairs rooms. The hostess leaves milk in the room for the coffee maker in the hallway, which I appreciated very much but ended up not using. She also provides two bottles of water each day, also a great feature! Her French press coffee in the dining room was delicious, and breakfast was very filling and nice. There is a lovely porch with rocking chairs. Gabrielle emailed us the check in code which worked perfectly and we didn't need to meet up with her to get into our room. The location is fabulous, a very quiet and quick walk to the heart of town and the water while only a short drive to the local wineries.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Residence Inn Ontario Airport; City: Ontario California; Review: Someone please alert Marriott Corporate, there is a Residence Inn in Ontario, CA, that has dropped off a spreadsheet. The people are very nice but the hotel itself is a time warp. We had two rooms. One was a "penthouse" with loft which had a good layout but the stairs up to the second floor were crazy steep, even the dog was scared. We also had a handicap room which was generally accessible but the ramp up to it was very steep. This hotel is very old and obviously goes back to pre-ADA and modern safety regulations. All the stairs are narrow and shallow and the railings are wobbly. The hotel has no elevators, so if you're on the second floor you are going to have to climb some stairs. A remodel is definitely needed. All the cabinets and carpets appear to be original and are ugly and worn. The dishwasher was so loud you couldn't have a conversation in the kitchen with it running. The baths are old style fiberglass insets. The carpet was dirty. We had numerous issues -- keys that didn't work for the first day due to reading errors and locks needed to be reset; the tv was not plugged in to the wall or to the cable box and had to be set up; the phone did not work properly because it was an outdated technology. I eat free Marriott breakfasts all the time, but this one was awful. The breakfast area is difficult to access, small, dark, poorly laid out and the food sub-par. The other clientele seemed to be mostly younger people who smoked and ate outside a lot. It didn't really bother us except for trash left outside doors. The hotel being old makes it noisy, and we heard every step taken by the people upstairs. The people, however, were very nice and responsive. For all the issues we had, we never waited more than a few minutes for someone to appear and fix it. We made several calls to housekeeping for more towels and soap, etc., and they always came right away. We had several changes to our booking on site due to an emergency situation and all the front desk people were kind, helpful, and efficient. This group of people deserves better from their corporate ownership. Marriott, please give this sad old hotel some love.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Fransvliet Guest House; City: Franschhoek Western Cape; Review: Spotless, well designed, excellent food and warm, helpful staff. Spacious accommodation of a very high standard. Although a working farm, the guest house is quite separate and yet retains a rural charm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auberge Provence; City: Hermanus Overstrand Overberg District Western Cape; Review: A purpose built guesthouse- and it shows. Every detail has been thought out. The single best feature,however, is the resident host . She cannot do nough for her guests and one quickly feels at home. Location is superb. Overlooking the ocean. Close enough to Hermanus to walk in on a Tarmac coastal path and yet not so close that any noise can be heard. Cannot recommend too highly.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crossbasket Castle; City: Blantyre South Lanarkshire Scotland; Review: Potentially a superb venue for weddings,conferences and celebrations. The restoration of the castle and the grounds has been meticulous. Restaurant faultless and staff both friendly and eager to please. A delightful and surprising find on the outskirts of Glasgow. Look forward to returning!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ah Guest House; City: Paternoster Saldanha Bay Municipality Western Cape; Review: Ideal venue for those who love seaside tranquility, impeccable service and haute cuisine. If he ran a restaurant, Arnold would certainly be awarded a Michelin star. Book early if you are travelling in high tourist season.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crossbasket Castle; City: Blantyre South Lanarkshire Scotland; Review: Lunch is of a very high standard. The cuisine is subtle and the service is excellent. It is clear that a great deal of money has been spent on the restoration, and all the soft furnishings are in tune with the period of the building. The gardens are a delight, and the venue is very accessible from the nearest main road. This place is a great new asset for the South East of Glasgow.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Knockendarroch Hotel; City: Pitlochry Perth and Kinross Scotland; Review: This was our third visit to Knockendarroch. It is hard to fault this hotel in any way, but we returned principally because of the quality of the cuisine. The young chef punches way above his weight, and every meal we have had has been innovative, imaginative and tasty. The bedrooms are spotless and practical, while the public rooms are warm and welcoming. We have found the staff to be uniformly pleasant and helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Constance Belle Mare Plage; City: Belle Mare; Review: This is our 8th visit to the hotel. We return because of the golf, but the hotel itself is excellent. The setting is delightful and the staff are uniformly friendly and helpful. We stayed in a beachfront junior suite at the quiet end of the resort. It suited us very well. There is a wide range of dining options but the main dining is a buffet. The content varies, but dining there every night is not ideal. In recent years, we have paid for what is called the "crystal package" which covers full board plus drinks of all types. Given the cost of wine, and given that we golfed every day, this is good value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auberge Provence; City: Hermanus Overstrand Overberg District Western Cape; Review: Outstanding guest house. Superb location. Attentive and caring staff. Hard to fault in any way. Uninterrupted views of the ocean. Quiet but allows easy access to all that Hermanus has to offer. Lovely breakfast, irresistible afternoon tea and sherry or port at night.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eikendal Lodge; City: Stellenbosch Western Cape; Review: Clean, friendly and efficient. Staff are delightful. Setting is tranquil but handy for many sites of interest. Breakfast is imaginative. Hard to fault in any way. This was our second visit and we are already planning our third.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Twilight's Last Gleaming: How America's Last Days Can Be Your Best Days; Author: Visit Amazon's Robert Jeffress Page; Review: I bought this book as a download, and it was the right title, wrong book. I did skim the entire book and realized how totally ineffective it is in what it tries to accomplish. It is a religious diatribe in what is fundamentally a secular discussion in any meaningful sense of the word. I avoid religious argument to our deteriorating nation, and know that quoting bible passages as a substitute for thought and reason leaves me totally untouched. It insults my intelligence. When I am within conservative forums, I avoid these like the plague, and that's when I am exposed to the free versions. I can't imagine PAYING for what is the islamic approach to revealing truth. For the record, I am a strongly religious person a complete Christian, and I would match my life against anyone else's, but now based on how many bible passages I can quote, but how I live my life. This book is a waste of time. To persuade those who do not already wallow in dogma it takes much more than that.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Silken Prey; Author: Visit Amazon's John Sandford Page; Review: As expected. Great Story; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Storm Front (A Virgil Flowers Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's John Sandford Page; Review: Can't go wrong with a Sandford Novel. His most recent; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Deliberate Corruption of Climate Science; Author: Visit Amazon's Tim Ball Page; Review: Just another reference tome to add to the dozens of conflicting and contentious discussions of the Climate change Hoax. Surprisingly, Crichton's "State of Fear," the novel, with its enormous bibliography, is the best starting point to identify the hundreds of articles and books on the subject.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Counterfeit Lies; Author: Oliver North; Review: Surprisingly entertaining novel from an unexpected source. Lots of factual input in the narrative.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Reflections in a Jaundiced Eye; Author: Visit Amazon's Florence King Page; Review: A personal bias for me. I love Florence King, and never fail to enjoy her articles and books. I wish I had them all, but am still collecting. She's erudite, a great writer and never fails to provide, not only historical facts, but food for thought which is timeless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Who Turned Out the Lights?: Your Guided Tour to the Energy Crisis (Guided Tour of the Economy); Author: Visit Amazon's Scott Bittle Page; Review: I bought the book in the hope of gaining knowledge and insights. Total fail. Even the voluminous facts in the book are suspect for a couple of reasons. Selective facts, even when real are often as effective as lying. The other reason is that the book advertises itself as "...entertaining, irreverent, and absolutely essential NONPARTISAN guide to the energy crisis." Unfortunately, very early on in the book the authors state that their overarching premise is that "global warming is a fatal threat to earth, and is man-caused." Something that Obama and the climate hysterical fraudsters would say : aka a lie in fancy dress. Having followed the "crisis" seriously since the 70s (I was on the city Energy Task force for 12 years) , I feel well informed on both the hysterics and the history of the topic, as well as the, still, absolute impracticability of "free energy" the without massive and invisible taxpayer wasted subsidies. As true today, perhaps more so, than in 1972. Other little but important factors are left out entirely within the important contexts. For instance it is repeated over and over, that our population has grown greatly in the last 30 years, and that corresponding energy usage has tracked that increase. Not entirely true. No mention is made of microwave ovens, huge energy savers or the almost doubling of the automobile gas mileage. The clear offsetting innovations are simply ignored. One additional critical subject that has never, in my experience been scientifically examined and/or discussed : the question of alternative sources of energy, and it's effect on local and global weather, and, ultimately, climate. Energy, like matter, can be neither "created" or "destroyed." It can just be transformed. Extracting terrawatts of energy from the atmosphere or the oceans MUST have an eventual effect on the natural processes of nature. To what extent this might be a bad (or good) thing has been studiously ignored, because it does not fit into the ignorant, political, artificially created "crisis." In short, this book is just another propaganda piece for the science challenged, science-moronic ignorant politicians, seeking ways to just find creative ways of picking our pockets, eliminating freedom and growing government. In closing, I would change the cover graphics to a broken, destroyed hydroelectric dam. The least damaging way to create energy, instead of the asinine image of a human being "shooting" himself in the head (not so subtle suicide) with a gas pump nozzle.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Rain on the Dead (Sean Dillon Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Jack Higgins Page; Review: As a long time Higgins fan, did not disappoint.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Proud Tower; Author: Barbara W. Tuchman; Review: A fantastic classic examining the inevitable transformation of European Culture/Politics as a precursor to WW1, as valuable for the complex issues as the day it was written.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hope to Die (Matthew Scudder Mysteries); Author: Visit Amazon's Lawrence Block Page; Review: James Patterson fan. Did not disappoint.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: With Charity Toward None: A Fond Look At Misanthropy; Author: Visit Amazon's Florence King Page; Review: One of my favorite contemporary non-fiction writer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tobakkonacht -- The Antismoking Endgame; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael J. McFadden Page; Review: Neurotic dogmatic ignorant fanatics documentation; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Camp of the Saints; Author: Visit Amazon's Jean Raspail Page; Review: Tough to read, but worth every minute. I can't believe I had not found it sooner. A definite keeper. I do hope that once a corrected (OCR errors) version is made available, previous purchasers will be able to get a corrected version.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Latino Wave: How Hispanics Are Transforming Politics in America; Author: Visit Amazon's Jorge Ramos Page; Review: Illegal Alien Propaganda. Having to pay for it is adding insult to injury.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Global Crisis: War, Climate Change and Catastrophe in the Seventeenth Century; Author: Visit Amazon's Geoffrey Parker Page; Review: A Treasure Trove of Historical Data. Ordered the paper version to be able to read the maps and old illustrations; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Volatile Women's Boot Camp Combat Boot; Brand: ; Review: Love them. Very comfortable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jovivi Punk Pu Leather Skull Design Bracelet Wristband Adjustable Size 7 to 8 Inches Include a Gift Pouch; Brand: Jovivi; Review: I'd give more stars but the bullets come out way to easy and I lost one. Other than that I love it.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Womens Goth Black Buckle Armwarmer; Brand: Pretty Attitude; Review: The thumb hole was up to high but I was able to fix it. Love them.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FM FM42 Silver-tone Glow in the Dark Openwork Teardrop Shaped Pendant Charm Necklace GN1005; Brand: FM FM42; Review: It's smaller than I expected but I love it. Glows for about 5 minutes in daylight. Longer when it's dark.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Collager Women's Fashion Punk Rock Gothic Sexy Lace Leggings (M, Black A); Brand: Collager; Review: Two of the chains have broke off and the lace on top rips way to easy when trying to put them on. Only worn them a few times and only for a few hours. The legs are long but I'm short 27 inch inseam. I need to shorten probably at least 3 inches.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Chicago Cutlery Fusion 18pc Block Set; Brand: Chicago Cutlery; Review: Quality set of knives at a great price..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3-Inch Visco Elastic Memory Foam Mattress Topper, King; Brand: SleepBetter; Review: very comfortable, worth the money; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aluminum Nonstick Frying Pan Set - (3-Piece 8 Inches, 9.5 Inches, 11 Inches) - Fry Pan/Frying pan Cookware; Brand: Utopia Kitchen; Review: when they say non-stick they mean non-stick, and quality made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madison Park Tiburon King Size Bed Comforter Set Bed in A Bag -; Brand: Madison Park; Review: Looks good, and high quality.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: KitchenAid KHM7210CU 7-Speed Digital Hand Mixer with Turbo Beater II Accessories and Pro Whisk - Contour Silver; Brand: KitchenAid; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pinnacle Serving Salad/ Soup Dish Bowl - Thermal Inulated Bowl with Lid - Great Bowl for; Brand: Pinnacle Thermoware; Review: works great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KitchenAid Y Vegetable Peeler, Red; Brand: KitchenAid; Review: works good; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Women Skater Skirts for all Occasion; Brand: TULLE; Review: I am a guy who bought this for his wife. I like it my wife really makes the skirt look good. It seems like it is well made. I would suggest that if your looking for a skirt for yor wife try it you may like it. I recieved this product for a honest review; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fastlace No-tie Elastic Fast Shoelaces with Skull Head Metal Lock,color Black; Brand: ; Review: I am one of those men who hate to untie and tie there shoes. So for me these are great just snug them up and off you go. I can not wait to try these on my hunting boots. I am wondering how they well hold up walk through brush. Well they stay tight or come loss. But even if they come loss it well be alot faster and lot better then tieing them. So for me these are the bomb; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Your Choie Balaclava Outdoor Sports Mask Windproof Face Mask for Men & Women; Brand: Your Choice; Review: The best hunting hat money can buy! This is the warmest hat I ever owned. It keeps the wind off your neck and from going down your back. It also covers your face. So you don't have to wear camo makeup. It has draw strings to pull it tight to yor face. f you happen to get to warm walking you can pull it down around your neck. You can also wear this hat for anything like shoveling snow,sled rideing,snowmobiling and atv riding. I received this product at discount in exchange for an honest review; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OrthoStep Thin Round Athletic Nylon Shoelaces - Fused Tips - Work Boot Laces 2 Pair Pack; Brand: OrthoStep; Review: Loved the strings Stong and durable. They where the perfect lenght for my boot. Not much more to say but thankyou. I recieved the stings at a diicount for my review; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Empire Tees Women's It’S A Nana Thing T-Shirt; Brand: Empire Tees; Review: Another gift for there NANA I recieved this product for a discount and a review; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Ibis Styles Birmingham Airport NEC; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: There two "Ramada Encore" hotels in Birmingham - one City Centre and one at NEC. Internet searches tend to favour the citty centre one and it is not clear that there is another of the SAME NAME at the NEC. Further more they are under different management so you cannot transfer booking between them ! Due to this confusion we were booked into the wrong one, couldn't transfer the booking so had to make additonal booking into the correct one to stay with rest of family - this cost us over £100 and we couldn't even get refund of our prebooked meal !! Be warned !; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Auberge Les Murets; City: Chandolas Ardeche Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: We discovered this exceptional Logis de France hotel by accident many years ago not long after Dominique & Anne-Catherine had opened. The quality of service, comfort and food is second to none and we return as often as we can to this true Ardeche paradise. Whether to relax in rural charm or as a base for the region’s more active pursuits, the Murets is incredible value for money and as avid francophiles we can say this is by far and away our favourite hotel in France.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Domaine du Revermont; City: Passenans Jura Bourgogne Franche Comte; Review: A lovely bright modern hotel with views over local vinyards from balcony room. Although quite a large hotel it retained the Logis de France atmosphere. The room was roomy and very comfortable with great view. The food was excellent and well up to Logis standards. Although prices seemed a bit high it was good value for money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le Bouton d Or; City: Lapoutroie Haut Rhin Grand Est; Review: Lovely country roads wind their way up to this beautiful hotel in the mountains with stunning views over the countryside below. The room was roomy and very comfortable with great view. The food was excellent and well up to Logis standards. Great base Ideal for walking holidays - we would visit again without doubt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel les Frangins; City: Saint Omer Pas de Calais Hauts de France; Review: Friendly welcome and the room was clean and comfortable. The restaurant was brasserie style and the food very good. Only criticisms are that the front rooms are very noisy from road outside and there's is little convenient parking. Good for night stop over.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Logis La Villa du Lac Hotel; City: Veyrier Du Lac Haute Savoie Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: The location of this hotel was superb and well placed to explore this beautiful area of Annecy. The welcome & service was warm but unfortunately our room, although it had a balcony overlooking lake Annecy (and the main road), was quite "tired" and in need of rennovation. The bathroom was very compact and "tired" also. The restaurant and food were good but we wouldn't chose to stop again unless rooms improved; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Le Cor de Chasse; City: Saint Hubert Luxembourg Province The Ardennes Wallonia; Review: The welcome was warm and friendly and this hotel certainly lives up to the Logis de France standards. The room was very good, clean and comfortable and the food was excellent. Plenty of restaurants nearby for those choosing to vary their eating out. Definitely recommend this hotel for stop over or longer stay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Restaurant des Vosges; City: Dabo Moselle Grand Est; Review: The location of this hotel is superb. It has a slight feel of ski type of hotel but the room was OK although bathroom was a bit compact but clean. The food was fine. Good base for walking and ideal stopover hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Logis Auberge de la Dune; City: Le Crotoy Somme Hauts de France; Review: One a the few hotels in the area we found open on a Sunday! Welcome was warm and room although quite compact was clean & comfortable. Restaurant food and service was very good and lovely buffet breakfast. It's location and Sunday opening proved ideal for a first night stop off ferry at Calais.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Le Magny; City: Les Riceys Aube Grand Est; Review: Extremely warm and friendly welcome from Mr Oliveau himself who not only showed us to our room but carried one of our cases too. Professional yet friendly restaurant staff was a bonus to the excellent food, service and ambience. Only a brief stay this time but we will return to this lovely hotel to explore the village and surrounding area more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Le Chalet Montegut; City: Coulandon Allier Auvergne Rhone Alpes; Review: An attractive hotel restaurant in a nice and tranquil rural setting. A bright cheerful welcome with room in Annex clean & comfortable. Friendly professional restaurant staff provided excellent service with food very good, if a little expensive, and a lovely buffet breakfast..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ariane hotel; City: Ieper Ypres West Flanders Province; Review: We have stayed at the Ariane several times and the quality of rooms, restaurant & service remains consistently superb. It is ideally positioned for numerous "must see" mainly WW1 sites especially the Menin Gate in Ypres itself with the emotional last post ceremony every evening. It is extremely good value for money and we also find it find it an ideal first or last stop-over for cross channel ferries.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ilsington Country House Hotel and Spa; City: Ilsington Dartmoor National Park Devon England; Review: We booked a family evening meal to celebrate wedding anniversay. Terrific location with warm friendly welcome. The restaurant is comfortable and attractive with lovely views through a panoramic picture window. The service was excellent friendly and professional and the food exceptional. It wasn't our first visit and it wont be our last - not overpriced and highly recommend this restaurant.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premer Inn Bridlington Seafront Hotel; City: Bridlington East Riding of Yorkshire England; Review: Lovely relatively new Premier Inn right the seafront at Brid with views across the bay to Flamborough. Bar snacks and breakfast excellent. We originate form this area and found this hotel ideal for family re-visit with easy ample parking.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Canine Creations Orthopedic Luxor Quilt Soft Micro Velvet Couch Style Bolster Pet Bed; Brand: Canine Creations; Review: This is a very nice bed. Well made. My dog loves it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ThunderCover Dog Tag Silencer; Brand: ThunderCover; Review: Works great! Silence is golden.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prairie Dog Pet Products Antler Toy Dog Split ( Assorted Color); Brand: PRAIRIE DOG PET PRODUCTS; Review: My dog loves these and they last for weeks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KONG Wild Knots Bear Dog Toy, Colors Vary; Brand: KONG; Review: This is cute however it did not hold up very long to my dog's chewing. He had it chewed open and all the insides out within two days.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Outward Hound Fire Biterz Lizard Dog Toy; Brand: Outward Hound; Review: This is a great toy! As a puppy my dog was not able to chew through this and he really liked it. I bought it again now that he's 16 months old and he still loves it. He has been able to chew it open but still it is lasting awhile.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dog Toys, Cotton Dental Teaser Rope Chew Teeth Cleaning Toy for dogs; Brand: Hoticold; Review: I was hoping this would hold up longer than it did. My dog had it apart within 20 minutes.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Los Altos Resort; City: Manuel Antonio Province of Puntarenas; Review: My family and I stayed for 3 nights at the hotel. It was a huge 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom apartment with hotel amenities (pool, restaurant, concierge) for $525/night - a great price considering the prices of hotel rooms in the area. The apt was comfy but it lacked good beds and bedding. Los Altos lacks the luxurious aspect of a hotel (i.e., robes, towels, nice bedding/pillows), but as a family traveling it was nice to have a huge place with a big living room to hang out in. We very much appreciated the help of the front desk in reserving activities like park tours and zip lining and recommending and making reservations for dinners.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: El Mangroove Autograph Collection; City: Playa Panama Gulf of Papagayo Province of Guanacaste; Review: The hotel is gorgeous and in a great area right on the Papagayo bay. The rooms had great beds and bathrooms but the front area with the hammock, while very cute, is realistically an unusable portion of the room because it's hot and bugs come in. The room should've just been made bigger without the outdoor seating area. More importantly, the hotel's food options really weren't great. Breakfast was "included" but if you wanted hot food (eggs, bacon, etc.) you had to pay $7 per person (not a big deal but annoying when you thought breakfast was included). The two restaurants had very slow service and the food was really overpriced for both the portion size and quality of the food. Considering how secluded you are in the area, it would've been nice to have better food.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Spadari al Duomo; City: Milan Lombardy; Review: Location is great - 5 min from duomo. Service is wonderful - the front desk was great with reservations and arranging transport via private car to the airport. Breakfast was good as well. However, the hotel is really not kept up, the rooms are shabby, and the towels aren't changed when the housekeeping comes to turn beds at night. I left used towels and bathrobe on the floor and they were simply rehung instead of changed. Additionally, some rooms face the front of the hotel and a train goes by at all hours of the day/night. Was very loud, especially while trying to sleep. For the price I think the hotel could do a better job of maintaining the hotel rooms and hallways.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Residence Hilda; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: Great location, 5 min walk to the duomo. Large, very clean apartments with hotel services. Very helpful front desk. Only reason I'm giving 4 instead of 5 stars is because there is an additional charge to have clean towels changed daily as opposed to on alternative days (it should be done daily for the price).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese; City: Rome Lazio; Review: The hotel is in a fantastic, clean area, 10 min walk from the spanish steps. The concierge was very helpful in booking dinner reservations for my family and me. The rooms are small but kept up and the beds are very comfortable. Hermes bath products are a nice touch. I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 for several reasons: 1) wifi wasn't free until I nagged the front desk about limiting you to 30 min free for your whole stay (and it was very weak in the rooms, and 2) the walls are very thin so you can hear people talking in the hallways at night.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: La Serena Villas; City: Palm Springs Greater Palm Springs California; Review: I usually stay at the Colony Palms but decided to try something new. This was a business trip but brought my mom with me to have a short girls trip. The property is in a great location - 2 min walk from Palm Canyon Blvd, close to many restaurants and bars. The rooms are spacious, decorated nicely, very clean/updated and there's great bath products. I had to check out early and the hotel was gracious in getting me a to-go bag of the continental breakfast included in the hotel rate. 4 things I did not like about the hotel: 1) no valet parking (there's street parking but not many spots and for a $30 resort fee include it or give an option to pay for it) 2) there is no security, it's very easy to see into all the rooms/villas and gate facing the main street is very easy to pass through, 3) there is no front desk working from I believe 11pm to 7:30am - what if something happens or you need something from housekeeping? I think for the price the hotel should have a 24-hour front desk 4) breakfast is only served in-room on weekdays as opposed to at the hotel restaurant from my understanding. Overall - beautiful property centrally located, pretty rooms w comfy bed, attentive staff. I'd stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chiringuito Tulum; City: Tulum Yucatan Peninsula; Review: I booked a room via booking.com. 3 days later I received an email that my CC didn’t go through so I resent my CC info. Booking.com immediately confirmed my reservation. I emailed the hotel to confirm they had my reservation and their response was “if you have a confirmation from booking then you’re confirmed.” I responded asking them to confirm I am in their system but received no response. Fast forward 2 weeks - I emailed the hotel to get confirmation. Innes who deals with reservations responded saying they never got my reservation and that they are now booked for 2 of my 3 night trip. I tried to call the hotel - the number on the website was wrong. The receptionist gave me a different number to speak to Innes. She spoke NO english - I had to get my Spanish-speaking secretary to speak to her. I was informed they would not accommodate me although I have several emails with confirmation. Booking.com had to get in touch with the hotel. The hotel did not have any English-speaking employees for them to deal with. They did not accommodate us or even respond to any emails when Booking.com gave them 24 hours to find us a room or find an alternative. We are now going to be relocated to the Dune Boutique Hotel. Let's hope that one works out better. Based on previous reviews and my own experience, STAY FAR AWAY!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Dune Boutique Hotel in Tulum; City: Tulum Yucatan Peninsula; Review: The hotel was well located, in the center of tulum near posada margherita and other great restaurants and bars. The beach was beautiful with nice lounge chairs. The rooms were clean and well done with the exception of not being provided enough towels. Phone service went in and out but wifi/service in all of Tulum was tough to find. The hotel's breakfast was included and was simple but good. Great service - thank you especially to Natalie and Uriel who were helpful with any questions and needs we had during our stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel; City: Palm Springs Greater Palm Springs California; Review: I stayed at this hotel this past weekend with two friends. We paid over $350 for the night. The hotel had 1 waitress for the entire pool on a busy weekend. The pool attendant would not help us get an umbrella (she said they were out and could not lift one herself personally). A nice guest at the pool had to help us. The manager Ignacio was very rude. When I told him I ordered food at the pool nearly an hour without seeing it he told me he would have to check the time stamp to make sure it was really an hour wait. Breakfast was mediocre with defective cups spilling hot water and coffee on us. Don't waste your money here.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Geniatech iGrabber One Touch Video Grabber For MAC and PC, Push Button Recording; Brand: CE Compass; Review: As some other previous reviews has said, the installation CD has problems for the Mac pkg install, it throws out error. You cannot use the CD to install on Mac. You have to download from[...], pick Support, Video Capture and then download the Mac version to install. The download install works perfectly. The serial number is on the CD pocket. The capture is working great as you can press the button to start and stop recording to a newly created auto-filename video files. It comes with the cable for the yellow, white, red connections.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lensmate Tri-Tadpole Soft Release Button - Brass - fits any standard threaded release - Fujifilm X-T3, X-E3, X-E2s, X-E2,; Brand: Lensmate; Review: Product arrived as expected in perfect new condition.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Uniden BBTY0651101 model BT1007 Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Cordless Phone Battery, DC 2.4V 500mAh; Brand: Uniden; Review: It just works to replace the dead battery of the cordless handset that has similar battery type.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Livescribe 2GB Echo Smartpen; Brand: Livescribe; Review: It is an amazing technology as you wrote, it records all the writings in graphics and can even record the audio during that time. There is a Echo desktop software on my Mac to sync the writing back from the smartpen to my Mac computer. However, the pen cover can be easily lost.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JJC LH-XF1855 Reversible Lens Hood For FUJINON XF14mm F2.8 R; Brand: JJC; Review: It just works and replaces my lost original Fujifilm lens hood for my Fujifilm XE2 camera lens 18-55mm.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iBoss Home Web Filtering Wireless N Router; Brand: Phantom; Review: Throughout dropped from 60Mbps download speed to 13Mbps when I replaced my Watchguard firewall with iBoss home. However, blocking youtube or different categories is very easy to configure. It also has sleep time schedule to stop Internet access for three different user groups.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Microsoft Surface Ethernet Adapter 3.0; Brand: Microsoft; Review: It works with my Surface Pro; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Microsoft Surface VGA Adapter; Brand: Microsoft; Review: It works with my Surface Pro; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech M557 Bluetooth Mouse – Wireless Mouse with 1 Year Battery Life, Side-to-Side; Brand: Logitech; Review: Bluetooth wireless mouse is very handy, it does not take up an USB port!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SMARTOMI V4.1 Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear, Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Stereo Earphones Noise Cancelling, Soft Memory-Protein Earmuffs, w/Mic; Brand: Bluedio; Review: It is too small and it hurts my ear.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Micro-USB to USB 2.0 Cable - 6 Feet (1.8 Meters); Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Strong build of cable. Works well with Samsung Galaxy Note 5 with fast charge support!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Digital Optical Audio Toslink Cable - 3.28 Feet (1 Meter); Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: The plug in head size is not standard, on one end it can fit into my Samsung SmartTV TV Digital Optical jack but it does not fit into my Marantz Amplifier TV Digital Optical jack. I will have to buy another one to replace it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Citymax Hotels Bur Dubai; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed here last year.good location,good room,good breakfast.hotel provides shuttle buses to tourist spots.we were able to store our luggage for several hours after checking out,which is a good thing since our flight back was late at night.metro station is just a few minutes away.staff were very helpful.will definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Continental Barcelona; City: Barcelona Catalonia; Review: My friend and I stayed there for three days and we had a wonderful time in Barcelona. The room and bathroom was really clean and location is just perfect. Taxis, bus, metro just outside the hotel. Breakfast needs to be improved though. All in all it was a really good hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: NH Valencia Las Artes; City: Valencia Province of Valencia Valencian Country; Review: Stayed here for two nights. It was a little away from the centre but well connected. Bus stop right outside the hotel.if you plan to visit the city of arts and science this is the best location, just about 300m. The staff are friendly and very helpful. Room was very clean and breakfast was good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Liabeny; City: Madrid; Review: We stayed here for five days. Love everything about it. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Breakfast is very good and had a good variety. Room was excellent. Clean and very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jurys Inn Dublin Parnell Street; City: Dublin County Dublin; Review: Stayed here for four nights in July.Its a good hotel.Staffs were really helpful and polite.Room was good and spacious.Plus point about this hotel is its location.Easy transportation to and from airport and also to get around Dublin.Overall a good hotel and would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express London City; City: London England; Review: Stayed here for a week in July.The location is good which makes getting around easy.Tube is close by.Lots of places to eat around too.Room however is a little cramped espresso when you have to use the sofa bed.Breakfast was ordinary.No variety,same menu throughout the week.But is complimentary so it was ok:). Overall it was a good stay.Room and bathroom was clean .; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Polo Orchid Resort; City: Cherrapunjee East Khasi Hills District Meghalaya; Review: This place does not even deserve one star.This place is such a ripped off.The restaurant serves buffet only and that too at 1k per head.The food was pathetic.The buffet spread was very minimal.We had to ask for a non vegetarian dish since no meat dish was provided in the buffet.This too came very late.When we went for a second helping,rice was finished,we asked the waiter for more rice which we never saw till we left the place.Service was pathetic.I had high expectations from polo orchid,especially after all their hyped advertisements lately.We had friends coming from Delhi so we took them there hoping for a good meal and a wonderful time.But our experience turned sour when we reached this place.The children were tired after a long day touring Sohra and we had no other choice but to eat here.Never again will I visit this place and will definitely not recommend this resort to anyone.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mercure Edinburgh City Princes Street Hotel; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: Stayed here for three nights.room was good and spacious.the view from the room was awesome.breakfast was good too. Hotel is centrally located which makes moving about very convenient.would definitely stay here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000; Brand: Microsoft; Review: This is the 2nd one of these that I have owned. I find it to be very comfortable to type on. Friends have said it takes them a while to get used to it. After that initial period they also say it is very comfortable to use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk 2GB Class 4 SD Flash Memory Card- SDSDB-002G-B35 (Label May Change); Brand: SanDisk; Review: This is extra storage for my digital camera. I have used it on many vacations and have never run out of room.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Transcend 4 GB Class 6 SDHC Flash Memory Card TS4GSDHC6; Brand: Transcend; Review: This is extra storage for my camera. I have had no problems with it and have never run out of room while on vacation.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Opteka Battery Pack Grip; Brand: Opteka; Review: This product works well. The batteries have a long life. It has worked well with my camera. It was well packaged when it arrived.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HDE Camera Case for Canon Powershot; Brand: HDE; Review: This case has worked well for my camera. It is sturdy and the various bumps and drops have not harmed it, or the camera.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Case Logic TBC-302BLACK Black Ultra-Compact Camera Case With Storage; Brand: Case Logic; Review: This is a very useful case. It is relatively small. It has room for your camera and a few other small items. It has held up well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Logitech M305 Wireless Mouse (Silver); Brand: Logitech; Review: This mouse was okay. It used a lot of batteries. I was constantly having to recharge them. It got annoying and I switched back to a corded mouse.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Logitech M100 Corded Mouse – Wired USB Mouse for Computers and Laptops, for Right or Left Hand Use, Black; Brand: Logitech; Review: I have tried a number of cordless products. I have come back to this model. It works well and is comfortable to use. Best of all...no batteries needed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Canon Powershot A1200 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 4x Optical Zoom (Silver) (OLD MODEL); Brand: Canon; Review: This camera is great for every day use. It is easy to use and light weight. It is not for the serious photographer but is wonderful for getting shots of the grandkids.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Dogma (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lawrence of Arabia (1962); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Animals Are Beautiful People (1975); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Haunting (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Greatest Places: IMAX (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Return of the Native (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: New Waterford Girl (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Alien Visitor (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Punch-Drunk Love (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Our Song (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Kid Stays in the Picture (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 4 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mostly Martha (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happiness (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Venus Beauty Institute (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Andrei Rublev (1966); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Sopranos: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daughter from Danang: American Experience (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apocalypse Now Redux (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rowing with the Wind (1988); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Dancer Upstairs (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Mother's Castle (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Owning Mahowny (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Chateau (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Signs (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Finding Nemo (Full-screen) (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Body of Evidence (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Down With Love (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lara Croft: Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Sea is Watching (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Intacto (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: All About My Mother (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of Ghosts (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chaos (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Onegin (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sleeping With the Enemy (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Mirror Has Two Faces (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: L'Auberge Espagnole (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Closet (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Capture the Castle (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alex and Emma (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Malibu's Most Wanted (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Wings of the Dove (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Swimming Pool (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Legend of Suriyothai (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Zoolander (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Capturing the Friedmans (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheik / The Son of the Sheik (1921); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bang Bang You're Dead (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Freaky Friday (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Intimacy (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Range: Bonus Material (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Deep Cover (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jungle Fever (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Walk on the Moon (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: And Now ... Ladies and Gentlemen (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of Time (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sum of Us (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night and Sunday Morning (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shine (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Walking and Talking (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Devil in a Blue Dress (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Georgia (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bound (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: To Die For (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sylvia (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: How to Deal (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Johnny English (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: American Wedding (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Passion of Anna (1970); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: La Bamba (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Enemies (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Tale of Springtime (1989); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Murder on a Sunday Morning (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In the Time of the Butterflies (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lost Paradise (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Tokyo Eyes (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Haunted Lantern (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Digging to China (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Family (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Asunder (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Good Girl (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New York Stories (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Boxing Helena (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Darling Buds of May (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big Picture (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 8 Mile (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Missing (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Footloose: Special Collector's Edition (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Matchstick Men (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Life Without Me (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cooler (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pieces of April (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: American Splendor (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Moon in Paris (1984); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Coupling: Season 1 (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Man Without a Past (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Wife is an Actress (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Lady and the Duke (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Stone Reader (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Northfork (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Missing: Bonus Material (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Reagans (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Morvern Callar (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cold Creek Manor (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Duplex (Full-screen) (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: L.A. Story (1991); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: 21 Grams (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tune in Tomorrow (1990); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Rules of the Game (1939); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: School Daze (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Why Do Fools Fall in Love (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: All the Real Girls (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Croupier (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Commitments (1991); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: His Girl Friday (1940); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Son of the Bride (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Eurotrip (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beautiful Thing (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Pretty Things (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sex and Lucia (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Six Feet Under: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shade (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Station Agent (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Benjamin Franklin (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Solas (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cesar and Rosalie (1972); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cows (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: St. Elmo's Fire (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Magdalene Sisters (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Square Dance (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Above Suspicion (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sexual Predator (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Influence (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Singing Detective (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Shattered Glass (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Isle (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Conceiving Ada (1997); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Deep End (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stuck on You (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Osama (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Floating Weeds (1959); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Statement (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Peter Pan (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Elephant (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Chasing Liberty (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Japanese Story (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In America (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Fog of War (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty in Pink (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stay Hungry (1976); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Secret Window (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Devil's Playground (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Strangers with Candy: Season 2 (2000); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Amateur (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Woodrow Wilson: American Experience (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Barbarian Invasions (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sixteen Candles (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bon Voyage (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: People I Know (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Human Stain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Bye (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Manchurian Candidate (1962); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mean Girls (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Prince and Me (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Daddy and Them (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forces of Nature (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Clearing (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kill Bill: Vol. 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Out of the Past (1947); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Cuckoo (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Autumn Spring (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Navigators (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Don't Tempt Me (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Casa de los Babys (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Italian Stallion (1976); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Strawberry & Chocolate (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Phenomenon (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Weird Science (1985); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: She's So Lovely (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mad City (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sordid Lives (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Buster Keaton Rides Again/The Railrodder (1965); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Civil Action (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rivers and Tides (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Passionada (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alaska: Spirit of the Wild: IMAX (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Beavers: IMAX (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Groucho Marx: You Bet Your Life: The Best Episodes (1955); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Africa: The Serengeti: IMAX (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Strangers on a Train: Special Edition (1951); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bus 174 (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song (1971); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Touching the Void (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: War Games (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Uncovered (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: More Treasures of the Twilight Zone (1964); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Story of Women (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intermission (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I'm Not Scared (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Control Room (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lantana (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Paparazzi (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Living Out Loud (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Lebowski (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Five Obstructions (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hell's Angels (1929); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Saved! (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mother (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Iron Jawed Angels (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: I'll Sleep When I'm Dead (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gia (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Secret Things (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Love Affair (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Decline of the American Empire (1986); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Lost and Delirious (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maria Full of Grace (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Door in the Floor (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Around the Bend (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I Heart Huckabees (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: We Don't Live Here Anymore (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Collateral (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Planes (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Baran (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: White Hunter (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Village (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Open Water (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 6: Part 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Intimate Strangers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Alfie (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Total Eclipse (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Robert Rauschenberg: Inventive Genius (1999); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Story of the Weeping Camel (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: King Arthur (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Woodsman (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Twelve (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Primus: Animals Should Not Try to Act Like People (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Garden State (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Death of a Salesman (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Basketball Diaries (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Here on Earth (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Save the Last Dance (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Merchant of Venice (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Divided We Fall (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shall We Dance? (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Where the Red Fern Grows (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Crucible (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Michael Moore's The Awful Truth: Season 1 (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The President's Analyst (1967); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Ray (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beyond the Sea (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ken Burns' America: Huey Long (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Education of Little Tree (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Sea Inside (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jacob's Ladder (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anger Management (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hoop Dreams (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Guantanamera (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In Good Company (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Michael Moore's The Awful Truth: Season 2 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Life of Birds (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nazis: A Warning from History (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Twilight Samurai (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: When Will I Be Loved? (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Days of Being Wild (1991); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Unprecedented: The 2000 Presidential Election (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Corporation (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Code 46 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Word Wars (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Big One (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The American Friend (1977); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bride and Prejudice (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Planet: Seas of Life: Ocean World - Frozen Seas (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban: Bonus Material (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Live Flesh (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Femme Fatale (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Whole Wide World (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Love Song for Bobby Long (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Blue Planet: Seas of Life: Tidal Seas - Coasts (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Game Is Over (1966); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kagemusha (1980); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Klute (1971); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Daily Show with Jon Stewart: Indecision 2004 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Camille (1936); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Life of Mammals (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anna Karenina (1935); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hotel (1932); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Soldier's Girl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bad Education (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: After the Sunset (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Criminal (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coming Home (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Six Feet Under: Season 4 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Friday Night Lights (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: With God on Our Side: George W. Bush and the Rise of the Religious Right in America (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hero (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bush Family Fortunes: The Best Democracy Money Can Buy (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Motorcycle Diaries (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Suspect Zero (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Touch of Pink (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Undertow (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ken Burns' America: Brooklyn Bridge (1981); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Prozac Nation (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fitzcarraldo (1982); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Inside Deep Throat (2005); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Goya in Bordeaux (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: In My Country (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Last Man (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Indipets Stainless Steel Spill Proof - Splash Free No Tip Anti Skid Dish with easy pick up grip handle; Brand: Indipets; Review: My cat has always played with her water bowl and made a mess which I had to clean up every day. This awesome Indipets bowl put a stop to that. No splashing water out, no tipping it over (no hiding it from me). It's fantastic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Greenies Feline Pill Pockets Cat Treats; Brand: Greenies; Review: I had a older cat who was sick and using these pill pockets made it so much easier to get her to take her meds. Worth every penny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Feline Greenies Smartbites Cat Treats; Brand: Greenies; Review: My cats love these. Only one has long hair and really needs these treats but the other one gets treats too to keep peace in the family.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OurPets 100-Percent North American Catnip Filled Banana Cat Toy A Peeling; Brand: Our Pets; Review: He'd rather play with a box.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: IRIS Jumbo Litter Box with Litter Scoop; Brand: IRIS USA, Inc.; Review: Keeps most of the litter off the floor (my cats sometimes shovel litter out through the door, lol). I wish the base was deeper, as clumping litter clumps better if the litter is 4-5 inches deep. Also, the recessed place on the bottom front leaves two little areas that are how to get the clumps out of. And the scoop that was included won't hang anywhere.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Underneath (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Conversation (1974); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Following (1998); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: A Tale of Springtime (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Life as a House (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: All That Heaven Allows (1955); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Don't Say a Word (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Rat Race (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Grass is Greener (1961); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 12 Angry Men (1957); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Wife is an Actress (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: X-Men (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 1 (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Analyze That (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 4 (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Who Framed Roger Rabbit?: Special Edition (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 3 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 2 (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Roger Dodger (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Auto Focus (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I Capture the Castle (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Uptown Girls (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Three Men and a Little Lady (1990); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Hills Cop II (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Waking the Dead (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Go (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Net (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Limbo (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Soul Food (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Father of the Bride 2 (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Groundhog Day (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Best Friend's Wedding (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Clockwork Orange (1971); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: I Was a Male War Bride (1949); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Who'll Stop The Rain (1978); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Adaptation (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: State and Main (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came a Spider (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mrs. Dalloway (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gosford Park (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Hours (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chocolat (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Run Lola Run (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Fidelity (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Uncovered: The Whole Truth About the Iraq War (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 5 (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Veronica Guerin (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge; City: Talkeetna Alaska; Review: What an absolutely gorgeous location. This lodge is picture perfect. The fireplace in the lobby area is incredible. The room was very nice with an awesome view of the mountains. The outside deck area is perfect for taking photographs or watching wildlife. There were signs posted about a moose and bear sightings and to be careful. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Anchorage; City: Anchorage Alaska; Review: This was a very nice Holiday Inn Express in Anchorage. Close to the airport, typical Holiday Inn breakfast, but all was well stocked. The hotel is clean with a nice lobby. The staff were all very nice and accommodating. Would recommend staying at this location. Everything you could want in a hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Mitchell; City: Mitchell South Dakota; Review: Very nice Holiday Inn Express. Clean and comfortable, totally as expected for this chain. Easy access on and off Interstate I-90. The staff were all very nice and friendly. Although the breakfast buffet is the standard for Holiday Inn, the lady that was caring for and sticking it was fantastic. Everything was always fresh and hot and spotless. Highly recommend this location!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: McKinley Chalet Resort; City: McKinley Village Denali National Park and Preserve Alaska; Review: We were on an after cruise trip with Holland America. We stayed at the hotel at the bottom of the hill. The room was very nice and clean. This was a big hotel with a great lobby and a customer service representative at the desk most of the time. This was not one of the "alphabet" buildings. The shuttles were available to take you to the main resort or to other shuttles. This was very convenient for getting around. It was a nice place to stay and right outside Denali.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Place Hotel Rapid City SD; City: Rapid City South Dakota; Review: Wow! What a great place. Everything was great. The sheets were the softest ever and the pillows extra fluffy. The room was clean and had a full kitchen. Nice large bathroom. Caleb at the front desk was friendly and professional. We would highly recommend this My Place to anyone looking for a very reasonable priced place to stay. Don't expect breakfast or a pool but for our purposes this was perfect. The only problem is actually getting there. You can see it from I-90 but you have to really look for it. Signs would be nice. Especially when it is dark.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Lake Lucille Inn; City: Wasilla Alaska; Review: The lake view is absolutely beautiful, that is a given, but the very dated rooms definitely need a refurb. The heat - A/C unit that was on the wall did not work. The large portable standing unit would work, the stop, then work. The small unit on the night stand made so much noise you could not let it run. Being on the first floor, and with the lock on the screen door not working, we really did not want to leave the door open, so our room was very warm and stuffy. The staff were all very nice and the selection at breakfast was very good. The stuffed wildlife in the hotel is very interesting.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Candlewood Suites Perrysburg; City: Perrysburg Ohio; Review: Never stayed at a Candlewood before as we are Holiday Inn Express people but because of college football all the hotels on the interstate were booked from Chicago to Toledo. As this was available we stayed here. The pillows were the absolute worst ever. There was NO anything to the pillow. Did not know you had one. As this was a handicap room (not requested) there was no where in the bathroom to put your toothbrush, etc as it was a normal bathroom sink. The shower was so clogged that you were in 4 inches of water. If we were going to stay there for an extended time the full kitchen would be nice with stove, microwave, full refrigerator with ice maker and a dishwasher. And there were plates and flatware. The hotel was very clean and the staff were all very nice and friendly.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Suites Seattle Sea Tac Airport; City: SeaTac Washington; Review: Starting with the shuttle ride from the airport to check in the service was great. Our shuttle driver was so nice and helpful and friendly and Dean at the front desk could not have been nicer or more professional. The room was amazing and spotlessly clean. After my error in booking a smoking room, Dean not only found us a non-smoking room he called to see if everything was okay. That is fantastic customer service. The breakfast was all of the usual fare for a Holiday Inn Express but everything that should have been hot was and everything was well stocked. I would highly recommend this location. And special kudos to Dean!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Westmark Fairbanks Hotel and Conference Center; City: Fairbanks Alaska; Review: This was our last stop on our Holland America cruise and train. This is a nice hotel and very convenient. The room was very clean and comfortable. The Northern Latitudes restaurant was very good and the service provided from Joel was outstanding. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. The sunset view was beautiful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pan Pacific Vancouver; City: Vancouver British Columbia; Review: We stayed at the hotel prior to our Alaskan Cruise. The location, being right next to the cruise dock was perfect, especially when you have two people with mobility issues. The staff at check in, the bellmen, and everyone else we came into contact with were caring and professional. The room was quite nice with a great view of the city. The bathrobes were the softest, most comfortable robe ever. This was a good experience and I would stay here again if in Vancouver.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Brooksville West; City: Brooksville Florida; Review: This was a very nice experience. The room was spacious and clean and the breakfast bar was well stocked at all times. Every employee that we spoke with during our stay were super friendly and nice, as well as extremely helpful. This is a great place to stay!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Ft Lauderdale Cruise Airport; City: Fort Lauderdale Broward County Florida; Review: Nice place to stay, close to the port. Lots of places nearby to shop and nice restaurants within walking distance. Beds were comfortable with nice pillows. Room had microwave and refrigerator along with coffee maker. Breakfast is typical HIE fare, but there is a nice selection and is well stocked.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Daytona Beach Speedway; City: Daytona Beach Florida; Review: Wow! This is one different Holiday Inn Express!! The modern design is totally refreshing. As soon as you walk in the registration area is welcoming. The room was a very nice size with high ceilings, ceiling fan, microwave, fridge. The beds were high and comfortable. The bathroom was large and very modern. The breakfast buffet was standard for Holiday Inn Express but everything was well stocked. All of the staff encountered were very nice and friendly. This will be our stop in Daytona Beach in the future!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Southampton West; City: Southampton Hampshire England; Review: We stayed at this hotel 2 days before a cruise and one day after. This hotel is convenient to the docks. The hotel is very clean and the rooms are very comfortable. The staff could not be more helpful or friendly. They go above and beyond to see that you are happy. The morning breakfast, which in complimentary, has hot food along with a nice assortment of additional breakfast items. This is a very nice hotel and we would highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Port Charlotte; City: Port Charlotte Florida; Review: Our room was remodeled and looked very nice. The beds are TOO HIGH for older people to get in and out of (but this is now the norm in the new or remodeled HIE). The toilet flushed slowly and needed too much time to fill. Not sure if the bathroom remodel was done but there is a loose floor tile and the screws are visible where connected to the wall by the sink. The room was clean, the breakfast was totally as expected and Phylis at check in was very nice and helpful.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Mavis's Diary for Samsung Galaxy Series Bling Hight Quality Crystal Fashion Design Black Leather Wallet Type Magnet Design Flip Case; Brand: Mavis's Diary; Review: Within the first week the sides started to come apart I lost one of my credit card; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: RAYTOP® Luxury Brand Designer Black Checks Leather Cases Covers Wallet Kickstand for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9000 III Note3 Plaid; Brand: RAYTOP; Review: Item was easy destroy after I placed my drivers license and my credit card into the slots that was provided. My credit card company state that I would have to Close my card . Please help me resolve this matter.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: iPhone 5C; Brand: i-Blason; Review: Love this I orginal brought this item for my daughter she love it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: {Note 3 and Galaxy; Brand: Zeimax; Review: Buyer beware that upon arrival it does not work in the car ....... fake; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: ; Brand: D&D; Review: Cute but not real protection my phone fell out so many time it almost broke; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Watereood Home Button Sticker - Lipstick with Bling Rhinestone for Samsung Galaxy S3 S4 S5 Note 2 Note 3; Brand: Water & Wood; Review: This item came after 2 months of waiting . Upon that the adhesive did not stick it kept falling off . Horrible products; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Pandamimi; Brand: ULAK; Review: Pay for what you got the first day the jewelry detail was off and the pocket which the credit card go into was pulling apart when I was putting my stuff in . Do not; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Angel's Wings Bling Wallet Luxury Diamond Magnetic Flip Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9000 (Red); Brand: Other; Review: Credit card slots were coming apart the first 3 days; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Acefast INC Bonzer Style Diamond View Window Flip Case Cover for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 N9000 Galaxy S5 I9600; Brand: ACEFAST INC; Review: Upon arrival this item was defective stones were missing the part that supposed to allow me to turn up or down the volume was not responding; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Cell_Phones_and_Accessories |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: DreamHome Square Poly Pillow Insert, 18" L X 18" W, White; Brand: DreamHome; Review: It's ok - couldn't have made for less.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Crock-Pot SCCPCCM350-BL Manual Slow Cooker, Navy Blue; Brand: Crock-Pot; Review: After receiving a replacement shipment on this item due to the first one being damaged going to shipping issues I really like this product; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: d-c-fix Self-Adhesive Privacy Glass Window Film, Perennial/Damast, 17.71" x 78" Roll, 346-0464; Brand: DC Fix; Review: This film was easy to apply and half the cost of most comparable films at the hardware store; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vive Tailbone Cushion Foam Seat for Coccyx, Tailbone, Office Chair, Back Pain & Sciatica Pillow for Car, Desk, Truck; Brand: Vive; Review: Not very comfortable at all; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: CRYSTAL DECOR Natural Himalayan Salt Lamp in Pillars Design Metal Basket Lamp with Dimmable Cord; Brand: CRYSTAL DECOR; Review: Very soothing looking forward to all the health benefits associated with these lamps; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KingLinen 3 Piece Queen Microsuede Sherpa Comforter Set Dark Gray; Brand: KingLinen; Review: Keeps you warm and toasty on cold winter nights; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crystal Allies Gallery: Natural Himalayan Salt Wire Mesh Basket Lamp w/ Dimmable; Brand: EXTENDED FAMILY; Review: Kind of bummed as it's not as nice of quality as the one I ordered from Bed Bath and Beyond as this item does not have a bulb guard and rocks come loose - it does what it's supposed to just not as high quality as the other two Himalayan salt lamps I own.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Whitmor Rattique Small Storage Tote; Brand: Whitmor; Review: These worked out great for my kitchen storage cube..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pyramid America Thousands of Candles Poster Art Print; Brand: Pyramid America; Review: Beautiful poster print - looks great in my workout room - sadly the frame to frame it cost 6X more than the poster but that's OK.. :D; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Imaginus Posters Laugh More Be Awesome Motivational 24x36 Poster Art Print; Brand: Imaginus Posters; Review: Love this poster print; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: General Electric WH41X10163 Drain Hose; Brand: GE; Review: A+; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Olee Sleep 14 Inch Faux Leather Wood Slate Folding Platform R Burton Bed Frame 14PB03F; Brand: Olee Sleep; Review: I like the bed - it arrived cosmetically damaged but Amazon made it right (Amazon is AWESOME) and I'm happy - it took me about 2 hours to put together by myself and I tested it out by having my 2 80+ lbs dogs jump on it - this sucker did not move. Be wary of shipping times as mine didn't ship for almost a week - other than a shipping delay and cosmetic damage I would probably buy this again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Silicone Spatulas - DefenderX 7.5 Inch (Set of 4 Color), Dishwasher Safe, Soft and Flexible; Brand: defenderX; Review: I just love being able to review things - especially when you get those things for a bargain - I will disclose at this point that I received this item at a discounted price for an honest review. Now all that legalize is out of the way onto the product review: Brushes on BBQ sauce and butter easily and super quick to wash..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JBFF Bed in Bag Microfiber Luxury Comforter Set, Queen, Blue Gray, 7 Piece; Brand: JBFF; Review: Set is actually pretty nice - however I only washed it ONCE and the comforter is falling apart - seems split - I would return it but I'm outside my return window. If you buy don't plan to wash it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Father's Day; Brand: IBG; Review: Cute mug - especially as I'm the favorite child..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maxi-Matic EGL-3450 Indoor Grill, 13-inch, Black; Brand: Maxi-Matic; Review: Well I finally got one of these amazing grills. Not that I've used it, matter of fact it's still in the box brand new. So you're probably wondering what's amazing then right!? Well it's amazing that I lost around $800 to get this "free" grill at a local casino. I thought it was a flat top, (you know you could cook eggs and bacon for wakie bakie and maybe some French toast) Well hell now I have a $800 appliance that I'll never use because I don't grill. S*** man that's amazing. Maybe if I put a cookie sheet on top of the grill I can convert it to a flat top grill. Oh man maybe I can sell conversion kits for people who like me are totally screwed with a grill that they wished was a flat top. Genius in the making folks that is AMAZING . Thanks Eliete Cuisine , the very first appliance to change my life and I didn't even need to use it for a healthier diet.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ashley Furniture Signature Design - Antigo Sofa Table with Console - Slated Top with Metal Bottom - Contemporary; Brand: Signature Design by Ashley; Review: Took over an hour to assemble - slate cracked doesnt fit in spaces and poor color selection - mod podge of colors that don't even contrast..; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: nuLOOM VIAG01A Handwoven Chevron Rochell Area Rug, 7' 6" x 9' 6", Magenta; Brand: nuLOOM; Review: Cheaply made reminds me of utility rugs you can get at Menards; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Little Tikes Push and Ride Racer – (Amazon Exclusive); Brand: Little Tikes; Review: The children at the daycare are really enjoying this car.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Green Toys School Bus; Brand: Green Toys; Review: The children at the daycare loved the school bus.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Tikes Princess Cozy Coupe Ride-On; Brand: Little Tikes; Review: All the children are enjoying our cars.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Tikes Scoot Around Animal Ride-On - Rhino; Brand: Little Tikes; Review: The toddlers are really enjoying them very sturdy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Handle Haulers - Rollo Wheels; Brand: Little Tikes; Review: kids love them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jmkcoz 12pcs Square Juggling Silk Dance Scarves Magic Tricks Performance Props Accessories Movement Scarves Rhythm Band Scarf 24 by 24; Brand: Jmkcoz; Review: kids love dancing with them; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Little Tikes Handle Haulers- Carey Cargo; Brand: Little Tikes; Review: kids love them; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: أنا حرة; Author: Hsn `bd lqdws; Genres: romance, fiction; Review: rwy@ 'kthr mn ry'`@ fh~ tSf m`n~ lHry@ lHqyq~ wlys lm`n~ ldrj b'nh ksr llqywd wf`l lnsn m yryd dwn '~ `tbrt ll`dt wltqlyd whdh lmGz~ hw ldh~ 'bd` lktb lkbyr Hsn `bd lqdws f~ ySlh llqr `n Tryq tTwr mfhwm 'myn@ `n lHry@ wlt~ 'bd` f~ wSfh bqwl@ : lys hnk sh~ ysm~ [email protected]'kthrn Hry@ hw `bd llmbd~ lt~ yw'mn bh" wllGrD ldh~ ys`~ lyh"; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: الرباط المقدس; Author: twfyq lHkym; Genres: fiction; Review: mn 'fDl rwyt lry'` twfyq lHkym `l~ lTlq; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: نساء لهن أسنان بيضاء; Author: Hsn `bd lqdws; Genres: fiction; Review: mjmw`h qSSyh ry'`h, tmkn Hsn `bd lqdws mn ltGlGl dkhl '`mq shkhSyth blDfh l~ tTrqh lmwDw` wHd f~ lmjmw`h b'kmlh whw lfrq lshs` byn lTbqh l'rstqrTyh wlTbqh lfqyrh qbl thwrh ywlyw wqbl Zhwr lTbqh lwsT~ fqd 'bd` f~ wSf lfjwh lkbyrh bynhm f~ hdh lwqt; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Tale of Two Cities; Author: Charles Dickens; Genres: history, young-adult, biography, historical fiction, romance, fiction; Review: One of the best novels ever which antedated the French Revolution; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: سيطر على حياتك; Author: brhym lfqy; Genres: non-fiction; Review: ktb 'kthr mn ry'` ldktwr brhym lfq~ - rHm@ llh `lyh - fhw ybth rwH ltfw'l wlyjbyh llmsh`r wlwjdn wy`T~ Tq@yjbyh `lyh wyj`l qry'h y`yd trtyb 'fkrh wys`dh f~ `dh twzn rkn Hyth lrwHnyh wlshkhSyh wlmhnyh wlSHyh, ldh 'nSH bqrth mrt `dydh, fqd qr'th l'wl mrh mndh sntyn w`ndm qmt b`dh qr'th lan tHqqt l~ lstfdh lkbyr@ mnh; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: الرحلة: أيام طالبة مصرية في أميركا; Author: Radwa Ashour; Genres: history, biography, historical fiction; Review: ywmyt ry'`h ldktwr@ rDw~ f~ rHlh HSwlh `l~ drjh ldktwr@ mn lwlyt lmtHd@, fh~ t'khdh mn yqr' hdhh lywmyt m`h l~ mTl` lsb`ynyt mn lqrn lmD~ wl~ dhlk lsHl lshrq~ l'mryk~ l~ mstshwsts wbkhSh l~ 'mhrst Hyth knt tdrs wt`ysh wtj`l lqry' y`ysh m`h tlk llHZt lmkhtlfh byn lHzn wlnksr b`d nksh ywnyh67 wlfrH bnSr 'ktwbr 73 wbyn frqh lzwjh mryd wlqy'hm swy- b`d Twl ftrq - 'thn HSwlh `l~ ldktwrh l~ jnb tTrqh llHdyth `n lsyst lst`mryh ldwl `d@ wkfH l'frw'mrykywn Dd lst`bd wlDThd wkdhlk lbwrtwrykywn w`n lHlm l'myryk~ wqDyh flsTyn Hqan 'bd`t f~ lwSf wsrd l'Hdth f~ 'wl~ '`mlh l'dbyh lry'`h; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: لماذا من حولك أغبياء؟; Author: shryf `rf@; Genres: non-fiction; Review: mn 'rw` m qr't f~ ltnmyh lbshryh fhw ktb 'kthr mn ry'` tmyz b'slwb lsrd lshyq wllGh lshlh lmSHwbh blrswmt lkrktwryh wHw~ mqtTft kthyr@ mn 'kthrlmwDw`t lf`lh f~ ltnmyh lbshryh mn drh lkhlft wlqydh wlGh ljsd w'nmT lshkhSyh fhw ktb mfyd jd lmn yhtm bmthl hdhh lmwDw`t; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | goodreads |
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Title: Beautiful Silver Metal Spinning Spinner Ashtray Ac20; Brand: Bewild; Review: Works well every time and looks nice. The spin feature is neat and works great as long as it's not full. I keep it on my front porch and it keeps the butts from blowing out in the wind. Everyone who sees how it works thinks it's the coolest thing ever. I will probably buy another for out back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Augusta Sportswear Athletic Mesh Visor; Brand: Augusta Sportswear; Review: It's a little bit small the the Columbia blue is much lighter than the picture (it's baby blue), but it's cheap and comfy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diamondback Dual Action Bicycle Bell, Black; Brand: Diamondback; Review: Fits my wife's bike, but not mine (too small to fit on the handlebars). Also, it can only go on the left side which is not what I want. It is loud and easy to use though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TOPCABIN Bike Kickstand Adjustable Aluminium Alloy Bicycle Kickstand Bike Side Kickstand Fit for 22" 24" 26"; Brand: TOPCABIN; Review: It works satisfactorily, but it can slip relatively easily if on a slope.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelwey Money Belt Travel Waist Bag (Beige / Extra Long) (Max Waist Size 55 inches); Brand: ; Review: Small enough to conceal, but large enough to hold what you need. Worked great for my vacation to Italy and is reasonably comfortable (depending on how much is in it).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nu-Source Yoga Block (2-Piece); Brand: Nu-Source; Review: Dimensions are incorrect. They are 5.5" wide, not 6. No2 my studio monitors overhang. Good density though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Riad Dar Beldia; City: Marrakech Marrakech Tensift El Haouz Region; Review: Riad is cozy and staff were extra friendly and helpful. Its just a few minutes walk from the main square near all the major sites on the southern end of the inner city. Rooms were spacious and nicely decorated. Bathroom was nice. Overall, a nice place to stay!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Marriott Hotel Al Jaddaf Dubai; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: The hotel is great as what you would expect from any brand chain, nevertheless is relatively in the middle of nowhere. Having said that, taxi fares are quite cheap in Dubai and makes it up for it. The views of Burj Khaliffa are great!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Imperial Casablanca Hotel Spa; City: Casablanca Grand Casablanca Region; Review: The hotel seems to have had better days. Its dark and rooms, though spacious, look old. Its not far from the main train station(our reason to book it) but other than that is off the main central areas.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Riad Layla; City: Fes Fes Boulemane Region; Review: The moment you walk in the riad you are transported in time and deeply pushed into a Moroccan venue. The room was spacious and comfortable and the bathroom was breath-taking! The staff always welcoming and the views from the terrace just outstanding. We loved it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inntel Hotel Istanbul; City: Istanbul; Review: The hotel is just a couple of minutes walk away from where the airpot shuttles stop in Taksim. It is very close to Taksim sq. Staff was very friendly and the rooms were actually great; big, comfortable and very clean! Well worth the price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Zanzibar Stone Town; City: Stone Town Zanzibar City Zanzibar Islan; Review: Great location! Big rooms with great breakfast and friendly atmosphere (welcoming cookies were a treat). Price was excellent for what got back. The only bad thing about our stay is that we stayed only one night!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Electra Palace Athens; City: Athens Attica; Review: The hotel is very well located to walk to the major ancient sites; there are plenty of restaurant options and shops in the area and it is only a few meters away from syntagma square (where the buses that takes you directly to the airport are located). Rooms are good and breakfast is great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ekta; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: This hotel is just a few meters off Champs Elysee. It is pretty new, service was outstanding (compared to any of my other stays in Paris) and the rooms were spacious with funky bathrooms and Decor. If you are not a fan of the "fashionista" spree then maybe it will be too much (if you check the photos you will understand what I mean). But it was great all over!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild Grass Nature Resort; City: Sigiriya Central Province; Review: The hotel is definitively off the beaten track and that was just amazing! Our villa was surrounded by lush green vegetation and overlooking a beautiful lake. The villa, overall, is just a perfect place to chill and enjoy. We stayed for two nights and thought that 4 is the minimum right amount of nights for the place and the region. turning off the AC just to listen to the night animals was a concert on its own. And the outdoor showers were amazing for night and day time cooling! We had pre-booked dinners (TOTALLY RECOMMENDED) as the resort is truly in the middle of nowhere, and though we had no real expectation on the food, it was just mind-blowing! Some of the best cousine we tried in Sri Lanka. And service was just first class!! We had all our dinners and breakfast set on our villa! That was just perfect!!! Can only thank the resort's personnel for the amazing time!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jetwing Kurulubedda; City: Galle Galle District Southern Province; Review: We were received at the jetwing hotel for the check-in where we were hosted with drinks and smiles. Then we were taken by boat on the river through amazing greenery and hundreds of birds. At the hotel's dock they were waiting for us to take us to our private villa. The private swiming pool was amazing, while the terrace, bathroom and bedroom were stunning. Staff were super friendly and they made every single moment special for us. We would not only recommend this place but will sure come back again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MET34 Athens Hotel; City: Athens Attica; Review: The hotel is off the main commercial street of Athens just a walking distance from where the airport buses drop you in Syntagma, Monasteraki, Plaka, Acropolis are just a few minutes walk. Rooms are spacious under any standard and staff was always helpful, friendly and kind. Its just one of the best hotels in Athens!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pentahotel Brussels City Centre; City: Saint Gilles Brussels; Review: Hotel is pretty well located. Staff is very helpful. Breakfast buffet is nice, wifi is free and great, rooms are spacious and well accomodated. Would sure stay again here! No downsides noticed. There is a 24hour bar, gym and cool atmosphere.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Air Boss Hotel; City: Istanbul; Review: This is "the best" hotel offered by the stands at Istanbul's airport. I had no internet access so I couldn't check or book online so I went with this choice. The location (though near the airport) is in a very dodgy neighbourhood. Nothing really near by to go for dinning and the hotel's choices are poor. No one spoke english though they were kind. Rooms were clean at least; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dubai International Hotel; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: The hotel is really comfortable but the main asset is its convenience. Nothing more pleasent than having a proper sleep and shower in any layover over 6/7 hours. The hotel offers rates by the hour but they dont make sense if you are staying less than 5 hours (considering you need to be an hour at the gate before departure). Nevertheless, this service seems to be available only for "walk-ins" as this is nowhere to be found online. Ive taken the hotel services on several ocassions and never have regreted the decission.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Metropolitan Hotel Spa; City: New Delhi National Capital Territory of Delhi; Review: Not only is the The Met well located just 10min walk from Shivaji Metro Station (that comes directly from the airport in 15min) but it is also near excellent landmarks like Connought Place, Jantar Matar and Bangla Sahib. The rooms, restaurants and service in general is excellent. Breakfast buffet is plentyfull and diverse. Sakura is a treat among those far from any seafood locations too. Late check-out is available upon request and availability. A real jewell to stay while visiting Delhi.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square; City: Xi an Shaanxi; Review: Not only is this hotel well located but the whole complex area is an oasis among the city. The rooms are spacious, the breakfast buffet is delicious, the staff service is of a 5 star location and the overall atmosphere is pleasent. A great place to rest after the amazing visits around the city.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Soluxe Shazhou Hotel; City: Dunhuang Gansu; Review: The hotel is pretty much a standard hotel catering the few western tourist that venture around this place. Its mostly oriented for the chinese top travelers, hence it is very chinese in its facilities: breakfast, services and ammenities. Staff are very friendly; nevertheless, if you don't have a phone number getting access to the internet might be a hazzle. Other than this, I think is among the best the city has to offer ....and the area is worth visiting!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hotel Tien Shan; City: Almaty; Review: Hotel is actually well located for both business and tourism. Just walking distance from Panfilov Park. Staff (Vladimir) was very helpful and very willing to help me around in anything I needed. Rooms are comfortable and breakfast was pretty good. Stayed already twice in this hotel and will surely stay a third time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tehran Grand 1 Hotel; City: Tehran Tehran Province; Review: After having a hard time trying to book online a hotel in Tehran, I finally managed to book this hotel through a Spanish website. The hotel is well located, staff are friendly and helpful, breakfast buffet is ok and rooms are spacious (though single beds are really narrow!!). I stayed on my way in to Iran and on my way out (two bookings). While the last booking went perfect, the first booking ended being unexpectedly higher in price than what I had booked online (I couldn't pay online with a credit card and had to pay cash at the hotel). Though I asked at the recepction why was the price different from my booking, they couldn't come up with an explanation and hence, had to settle for their call. In spite of that, I did enjoy my stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jaam e Jam Apartment Hotel; City: Shiraz Fars Province; Review: I was told (and read reviews) that this hotel was not the best choice in town, but because of Nowruz I had very limited options. Nevertheless, the hotel's room was clean and comfortable and the staff was just amazing! The hotel is a bit off from the main city's attractions but taxis are cheap and it was actually nice to be away from the city center. I enjoyed my stay in this hotel and thank the staff for making my stay feel special!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lotte Palace Dushanbe; City: Dushanbe; Review: Had a nice stay at this hotel (5 nights) and enjoyed the spaciousness of its rooms and the friendly staff. The hotel is not walking distance from the city center but transportation of all sorts are easily accesible. As I was on vacations, there is one thing that did bother me and its the amount of light that filters into the rooms since early sunrise. Blackouts would be advisable (at least in some rooms). Other than that, the hotel is a very nice!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Solutel Hotel; City: Bishkek; Review: This wonderful hotel has very spacious rooms, wonderful location (2 streets away from Ala-Too square) and a cozy sauna; but what surely makes this hotel special is its staff. Aziza and Altinay at the reception were always kind, efficient and professional, while Ulan (concierge) just went the extra-mile to make my stay in Bishkek amazing. I went as a tourist and fell in love with this rarely visited city mainly because of its people. Can't wait to go back again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Park Inn by Radisson Azerbaijan Baku Hotel; City: Baku Absheron Region; Review: Very well located with great rooms, excellent staff and good breakfast buffet. Totally made my already amazing experience in Baku even better. Ocean view rooms (at least mine) have superb view and the night club (11) is quite popular to experience the local ambiance. Go for it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shambaling Boutique Hotel; City: Kathmandu Kathmandu Valley Bagmati Zone Central Region; Review: Not only are the rooms spacious and comfortable, but the setting around the garden makes this small hotel a wonderful stay in the Bouddha neighborhood - just 10min walk from the main stupa. The restaurant's food was excellent and the staff was always helpful, professional and courteous - special mention to Ash!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JW Marriott Hotel Lima; City: Lima Lima Region; Review: In the last month me and my group stayed here on two occasions. The first time we had some minor inconveniences during checking in, but these were nothing in comparison with the exceptional and professional services rendered on our second occasion. The response of the managerial team was at the level expected of any 5-start hotel! Great buffet restaurant for lunch and breakfast. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Service was great. Overall a wonderful stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tambo del Inka a Luxury Collection Resort Spa Valle Sagrado; City: Urubamba Sacred Valley Cusc; Review: Wonderful top luxurious hotel. Rooms are spacious, breakfast is rich, spa is soothing, setting is dramatic, and service is exceptional. Truly recommended for no less than two days. You wll only regret not having stayed longer!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Rubie's Regal Plush Santa Suit; Brand: ; Review: Product description had indicated a size large was available. This did not ship as such and was way too big. Also, the belt was of poor quality. It began to tear after one use. The pocket of the pants also tore, reflecting poor quality. Only candy canes had been in the pocket! I have returned this item.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lee Uniforms Men's Slim Straight 5 Pocket Pant; Brand: Lee Uniforms; Review: These pants came in and said slim fit on the tag, but this wasn't in the Amazon description. They are a nice pant, but not going to work for me as they are too small. Beware!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lowa Men's Zephyr GTX Mid Hiking Boot; Brand: LOWA Boots; Review: So, first off- I was really excited for these boots and tried them on at REI before purchasing. I got them a couple of days before I left for Kenya and wore them around. If I'm wearing thicker boot socks, then they are a bit tight on the toes. Otherwise, the fit is pretty good. However, I have already had a problem with these. The stitching on the inside of the right shoe has started to come apart near the big toe. I have super glued them, but am unfortunately in Kenya for two more months with boots that are falling apart. Buyer, beware.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Ultimate Men's 3-Pack Classics Lightweight Slim-Fit V-Neck T-Shirt; Brand: ; Review: These things fit great and are cut well enough to wear the V isn't showing. I have a 44" chest and can wear a size large just fine. I recommend these, especially if you travel a lot as they don't take up much room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Ultimate Men's 5-Pack Yarn Dye Exposed Waistband Boxer-Colors May Vary; Brand: ; Review: I wear these fairly often. However, my purchase on Amazon of this item had a slightly snugger fit in the waist than some that I purchased in the store. This may be indicative of a manufacturing issue, but they still fit! I wish the legs were a little more snug, but these work in most situations! If I'm not wearing these, I'm wearing a similar boxer brief from Hanes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kenneth Cole Mens Dress Shirts Slim Fit Solid Chambray Spread Collar; Brand: ; Review: I really enjoy this shirt. It fits well and looks great. However, I do have a problem with the sleeves. After wearing the shirt for a few hours and having your arms slightly cocked (as in typing on a keyboard) the sleeves wrinkle pretty badly. I wish this wasn't a problem, but the shirt is sharp, otherwise.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Ultimate Men's 3-Pack Comfort Stretch Boxer Brief; Brand: Hanes; Review: These fit great! I especially enjoy the support and fit when I am working out or running- and the price is definitely a lot less than some of the competitors "performance briefs". For the money, you can't beat them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Isotoner ISO Men’s Fleece Lined SmarTouch Touchscreen Tech Gloves, Black (Large); Brand: ; Review: I've attempted numerous other gloves before stumbling onto these, and I am happy. I don't have the longest of fingers, but these gloves fit fine and the touch-screen tips work well. I can text and access my phone even in the Chicago winters. Some have said these are not warm, but I really think they are, and I walk .5 mile to the train every morning in the snow. Highly recommended; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 180s Tec Fleece Ear Warmer; Brand: 180s; Review: I've purchased about three different styles of 180s. For some reason, these ones fit the best. A definite necessity here in frigid Chicago!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Caterpillar Men's Second Shift Steel Toe Work Boot; Brand: ; Review: So far, these seem to fit well and work functionally well. We will see as time progresses how they hold up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Caterpillar Men's Second Shift Steel Toe Work Boot; Brand: ; Review: So far, these seem to fit well and work functionally well. We will see as time progresses how they hold up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Wolverine Men's Floorhand 6 Inch Waterproof Steel Toe Work Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I liked the boot overall, but the toe box seemed big. The quality is good, as expected, but you may need to size down; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Future Flipz; City: Clearwater, FL; Review: This place is AWESOME for birthday parties!! We've been to 3 and my son is begging me to do his here. Nothing but great things to say!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: San's Pizzeria; City: Tampa Bay, FL; Review: awesome pizza and also meatballs. I love that the owner is always there being a part of the action. I've been a customer for 15+ years; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Dill Deli; City: Palm Harbor, FL; Review: the food is good, though the cheesecake that comes with the meal is less than stellar, service is okay, but THE PARKING IS RIDICULOUSLY horrible . I haven't come back for over a year, it's not worth it to me.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Ozona Pig; City: Palm Harbor, FL; Review: Do yourself a favor a go here!! It's wonderful! Food, service and friendliness. They have small games and toys for my children to play with. They are family owned. What better way to support this beautiful community!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Buffalo Wild Wings; City: Clearwater, FL; Review: I love Bdubs! This location is awesome! everyone was super friendly and wings were delicious!!!! I eat a low carb lifestyle and the traditional wings with buffalo dry rub is PERF!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mother Kombucha; City: St Petersburg, FL; Review: I love Mother kombucha! it's very exciting for me to be able to grab it at Publix and Whole Foods now! I love the flavors my favorite is lavender mojito! Shop local!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cheesecake Factory - Clearwater; City: Clearwater, FL; Review: We are so happy to have a Cheesecake factory at the countryside mall. The menu is expansive with dietary options, I've never been displeased, this location was no exception. Service was great. I highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Craft Street Kitchen - Oldsmar; City: Oldsmar, FL; Review: Love this place! Great vibe. Food and service on point. Location is nice and local. Good plave to meet friends out; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | yelp |
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Title: Oakley Holbrook Sunglasses; Brand: Oakley; Review: Love them. Nice fit, color as expected. Prompt service.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Thermal Lined Duck Active Jacket J131; Brand: ; Review: Good coat for a good price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Invicta Men's 'Pro Diver' Swiss Quartz Stainless Steel and Polyurethane Sport Watch, Color:Black (Model: 6983); Brand: Invicta; Review: Bought this as a gift n they loved it. Item as described with expected delivery.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's High Visibility Force Color Enhanced Short Sleeve Tee; Brand: ; Review: My son loves it, thanks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild Pair Women's Latait Boot; Brand: Wild Pair; Review: Loved the boot, fits as expected, comfortable, n great price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Craig Frames 21307201 11 by 14-Inch Picture Frame, Smooth Wrap Finish, 3.015-Inch Wide, Copper and Black; Brand: Craig Frames; Review: great frame!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Adeco 10x20 inch Matted Black Wood Decorative 1.25 Inch Wide Margin Panoramic Wall Hanging Print Picture Photo Frame; Brand: Adeco; Review: Product came in broken; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: LinenTablecloth 60 x 126-Inch Rectangular Polyester Tablecloth Sage; Brand: LinenTablecloth; Review: love them! they are perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Craig Frames 1WB3BK 11 x 14 Inch Picture Frame, Black, Set of 2; Brand: Craig Frames; Review: purchased two sets of these from this seller i absolutely love these frames; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Craig Frames 1WB3BK 22 x 28 Inch Picture Frame, Black, Set of 4; Brand: Craig Frames; Review: purchased two sets of these from this seller i absolutely love these frames; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TRLYC 12 x 120 Inch Black Sequin Table Runner,Sequin Tablerunner Black; Brand: TRLYC; Review: this item is exactly as described. I absolutely loved the product and the service from this company. I would definitely recommend this seller and their products.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership; Author: Visit Amazon's Colin Powell Page; Review: Excellent book. Bought one for me and my uncle as a gift. He likes to read and really enjoyed it. Good knowledge, especially for business owners and decision makers and other leaders.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff in Love; Author: Kris Carlson; Review: Wonderful book. I would recommend. Small and easy to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dont Sweat Small Stuff; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Carlson Page; Review: Wonderful book. I would recommend. Small and easy to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff at Work; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Carlson Page; Review: Wonderful book. I would recommend. Small and easy to read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guitar Mastery Simplified: How Anyone Can Quickly Become a Strumming, Chords, and Lead Guitar Ninja; Author: Visit Amazon's Erich Andreas Page; Review: Won't teach you how to play guitar. Spend you money on guitar lessons. Nice easy read though.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: How to Read Music: Beginner Fundamentals of Music and How to Read Musical Notation; Author: Visit Amazon's Erich Andreas Page; Review: Well you can't read it and know how to play the guitar, but it was an easy read. Doesn't really explain technique. Probably wouldn't recommend. I'd say spend your money on guitar lessons.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Wisdom of Walt: Leadership Lessons from the Happiest Place on Earth; Author: Jeffrey A. Barnes; Review: Excellent book. I've given as a gift to my cousin and uncle and both liked it too. Neat to think of what one man can do with such a wonderful imagination.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fighting for Your Marriage: Positive Steps for Preventing Divorce and Preserving a Lasting Love; Author: Howard J. Markman; Review: Great book. A different perspective. Always helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crucial Confrontations: Tools for Resolving Broken Promises, Violated Expectations, and Bad Behavior; Author: Visit Amazon's Kerry Patterson Page; Review: One of the greatest books I've ever read, got it for a college course, but a lot of good information and tips for anyone! Conversating well with others is hard enough, and even harder when there is something urgent or difficult to bring up, this book shows you why it is crucial to speak up if you feel something is wrong or needs to be addressed, it could be a matter of life or death. Get this book, read it, thinking about it and love it as I have. And this seller is great..book was brand new when they said good condition. I'm so happy I bought it from them!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Getting To Yes - Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In; Author: Roger and Ury, William with Patton, Bruce, Editor; Fisher; Review: This book is exceptional, and I'm a hard critic. I got so much out of this book. It's not what you think, negotiating is in everyday life and this book has some great tips from front to back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Park Plaza Wangfujing; City: Beijing; Review: We stayed for 1 night at the Park Plaza upon arrival in Beijing and before flying to Lhasa Tibet the very next day. The room was very nice and the staff was extremely helpful. We only had an email from our Tibetan travel agent regarding the flight to TIbet and I wanted to make sure that we were actually booked on the Air China flight. The staff took a lot of time to call Air China and confirm that we were on the flight. They also verified that we had the proper Tibet permit to go to Lhasa. All in all, a very pleasant experience. We also really liked the free internet. For the Starbucks addicts, there is an outlet right across the street. Another benefit is the somewhat secluded location of the hotel from the main street (reduced noise from the street).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Central Plaza; City: Beijing; Review: We stayed at this hotel for a few days while in Beijing. We had 2 rooms for our family. Our stay was absolutely wonderful. It was an outstanding value and the staff was really helpful. In fact, we had a financial dispute with a taxi driver who took us to the great wall and wanted more money. The hotel manager came outside to help resolve the dispute (although the hotel technically had nothing to do with it) and helped resolve the matter to our complete satisfaction. We had no meals at the hotel but their cafe lattes were outstanding. The free cell phone they gave us during our stay did not work, but maybe we did not how to operate it. The Holiday Inn is not the Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons (we have stayed at both) but it far exceeded our expectations for a Holiday Inn. We can highly recommend this hotel as an outstanding value. The only drawback is the hotel location. There is nothing really nearby, so a taxi ride is needed no matter where you go. A tip for people just arriving in Beijing: have the hotel email or fax you the hotel name, address and DIRECTIONS in Chinese, because most taxi drivers hardly speak any English. Having this info in mandarin will definitely help you get there from the airport. We paid around 100 yuan for the taxi from the airport to the hotel (not sure if this is a good price or not). The fitness and pool were nothing fancy but were certainly adequate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt Beijing; City: Beijing; Review: We stayed at a 2 bedroom suite at the Grand with a family of 4. The hotel is clearly a 5-star category hotel, but does not reach a Four Seasons level. The facility is beautiful and we loved the outstanding pool and fitness facility. Both are open 24 h. When there was a downpour in Beijing, the pool was a lifesaver for the kids. The staff is helpful and friendly. If you arrive after a long flight and your room is not yet ready, they offer you to use the locker room and shower to refresh, a wonderful feature since the locker rooms are truly outstanding. The breakfast buffet was included in our room rate (more on that later), but I think it is overpriced and has a limited selection. We have stayed at other Asian top hotels with a much better selection for breakfast. I don't think it would be worth paying for the buffet separately. Upon checkout we found that they had charged breakfast for 2 of the 4 people in our family, even though I specifically asked about this when reserving the room. After some discussion, the staff took the extra breakfast charges off the bill. High speed internet in the room was VERY expensive. The regular rates for the hotel are quite steep, but there is a special weekend rate for families. That rate was not available on the website, but it was when I called Hyatt directly. This is a hugely discounted rate, available on weekends. It did allow us to stay at this hotel for a great price in a large suite. The hotel location is as good as it gets. Within walking distance of the forbidden city, Tiannamen square and the Wangfujing shopping street. The hotel is located in a complex with seriously upscale retail,a bonus for those in the market for the best of the best. We did not eat lunches or dinner and the Hyatt, but their cafe lattes were inferior in quality for a very inflated price. Zoe's is a small western-style restaurant around the corner with good western food, excellent coffees, ditto service and half the price of the Hyatt. Our stay at the Hyatt was a good value because of the weekend rate and I would not hesitate recommending this hotel to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cote Cour; City: Durbuy Luxembourg Province The Ardennes Wallonia; Review: We stayed several nights at this hotel in Durbuy in the Belgian Ardennes. There was ample space in our "Grande Suite" for 4 people. The room was dirty and the bed for our 2 kids was awful. There was a small stove but nothing to even heat up water. We even has to ask for 2 extra cups for the bathroom sink. The breakfast buffet was okay but don't expect anything beyond the rolls with ham or cheese, croissants with some preserves and the occasional yoghurt. We did not eat any other meals at this hotel. Beware that parking almost anywhere in town comes at the hefty price of 6 euros per day or 1 euro for one hour. It gets pricey when the hotel has no parking for guests available (at least none was available). We also noticed that people freely bring pets in their rooms, which is especially unappealing considering how dirty the floors were. Durbuy is the typical tourist trap with lovely surroundings. I would recommend finding some lodging in an nearby town away from all the tourist hype and enjoying the ardennes. There are many trails but also a lot of walking on narrow roads without sidewalks. Belgian drivers barely slow down near pedestrians and walking on the road feels very unsafe.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: La Quinta Inn Suites South Burlington; City: South Burlington Vermont; Review: We stayed at the La Quinta for one night only (thank goodness). The hotel was unkept and dirty. There was a smell in the room that reminded us of tobacco smoke, even though we had a non-smoking room. We were actually wondering if the sheets had been changed from the previous guests, although we don't really know. The carpeted floor in the room was slightly sticky and clearly in need of a serious cleaning job. The breakfast area restocked as needed, but the tables were not being cleaned. Guests could use some Kleenex to wipe food and spills off the tables before sitting down and eating. All in all a very disppointing experience. We were booked there for a few nights a week later but decided to cancel and book another hotel.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Willard Street Inn Bed Breakfast Mansion; City: Burlington Vermont; Review: Exceptional property, beautiful, historic, very well maintained. We stayed one night and loved the place. They have fresh water and fresh brewed coffee and tea available at all times. The breakfast was well done and plentiful. I highly recommend this B&B. Our room and everything else we saw was spotless, very clean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Divi Little Bay Beach Resort; City: Philipsburg Sint Maarten St Martin St Maarten; Review: The Divi resort has a perfect location on a peninsula near Phillipsburg. The beach is on Little Bay. The staff cleans up the beach area every day. One caveat about the bay: there is very little to see when you snorkel. Definitely not worth renting snorkeling equipment. We went to Pinel Island (very enjoyable and a true highlight) and had some good snorkeling there. We found the room to be quiet. Room cleanliness was very acceptable, although there was a day when housekeeping forgot to come to our room. We felt very safe and did not use the in-room safe (available for additional charge). No snorkeling items were taken from our patio, which was located on the first floor and was readily accessible from the beach. We asked for a refrigerator and got one without any charge. This allowed us to have breakfast in our room and pack a lunch to go. We found no bugs in the room other than mosquitos. They have a Citronella candle in the room, but make sure you bring bug repellant. Restaurants on the premises: they have several, but we did not eat at the resort except for one meal by the pool. That meal was very good. The resort tries to sell you a timeshare, but they left us alone when we made clear we were not interested. Retail: no experience, but a small convencience store and jewelry store are on the premises. There are some smaller grocery stores in town within walking distance, but you need a car to get to the Grand Marche supermarket. Transportation: car rental was very reasonably priced at the resort for St Maarten prices. The economy vehicle rents for $30 a day. Taxis are EXTREMELY expensive. If you don't mind a 20 minute walk over a hill, you can walk to Phillipsburg. We did this many times during our stay. There is a sidewalk so you do not have to walk on the road. Still, bring a small flashlight for after dark. We had no problems walking around town after dark (up to 10 PM or so). We used the public bus system extensively. It runs very frequent and is very cheap: Phillipsburg to Simpson Bay for $2 one way. Buses stop running by 11 PM. The drivers and other passengers are helpful to figure out where to get off a bus. They will stop pretty much anywhere to pick you up or drop off. Overall impression: great for families with younger or older kids, as well as retirees. Not the right place for singles or hard partying.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Newark Airport West; City: Newark New Jersey; Review: We had a very late arrival from a flight and very early check-in the next day. Therefore, we really know nothing about the hotel, other than the shuttle and the room itself. The place had a had bad smell and the room smelled so much like tobacco that I could taste it (was non-smoking room). Shuttle was efficient and drop-off was at airline curb, not the hotel shuttle pick-up (that was great!). Bathroom was clean. Rooms are large but have a very tired and worn look. The overall feel of the hotel was creepy. They put out a very small "emergency" continental breakfast at 4 AM for people catching early flights.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Kar s Hotel; City: Kars; Review: Very nice hotel, conveniently located. Relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant is supposed to be one of the best in Kars, although we did not eat there. The stay was somewhat pricey. We were turned off by some sticky stains on the carpet in our room. That should not happen in this type of hotel. The towel warmers and warm floor tiles when you get out of the shower are nice touches. Flat panel tv and free wifi are available in the room. The entire hotel exudes a very relaxing ambiance. We were left alone (but monitored with surveillance camera) during our breakfast buffet, so we had to run upstairs to request some more tea, coffee, etc. Service could have been better during breakfast. To our surprise, there was more to see in Kars than the Ani ruins. Don't be fooled by the first impression of a soviet built city. Ani is obviously the main attraction.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Barcelona Yusufeli; City: Yusufeli Artvin Province Turkish Black Sea Coast; Review: The hotel Barcelona was a somewhat strange experience during our stay. The place was almost abandoned. We felt strangely watched by the staff, but they were minimally helpful. Both staff members apparently divided their time between surfing the internet and watching television. The room was bright and airy, but the atmosphere in the hotel was eerie. The breakfast buffet was nice. The pool was filled with green stuff, so that swimming was impossible. We heard that the restaurant was one of the best in town, but it was closed for dinner when we were there. The hotel may be more appealing during the high season (peak rafting season?). Coming into town from the main road, hotel Barcelona is not so easy to find. We had to ask quite a few times. The hotel is located more on the outskirts of town. The location is quiet, but not terribly convenient if you want to walk to town. I am giving the hotel a positive recommendation because overall it was a nice place to stay in such a remote location.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Emine Sultan Hotel Suites; City: Istanbul; Review: The hotel is conveniently located a 10 minute walk from the Blue Mosque. It is on a quiet street corner, a world away from the nearby touristy streets. We were welcomed upon arrival with a bottle of wine and 2 glasses. The day of our arrival, we actually met the food and wine author of the Istanbul section of the Lonely Planet guides who was visiting the hotel. It made our visit all the more interesting and confirmed all the great places to eat. You will have to get out of Sultanahmet to get some good food. The breakfast buffet is excellent and the serving staff is so friendly you feel so much at home. The hotel staff was extremely helpful, even though we asked a lot of unusual question requiring further research. There is a lot of safety. At night they monitor the cameras that show every floor and the restaurant. Rooms were fairly small, as one might expect in a renovated Ottoman house. Nevertheless, the staff and the quality of the facility make up for that. The hotel also offers you bottled water as much as you want, free of charge (tap water is not safe to drink in Istanbul). The restaurant is open 24/7 for guests, who can help themselves to juices, coffee and teas any time they want. The hotel can arrange pick-up from the airport, but there is a charge for this service. It is nice to do this because you can avoid the touts at the airport, as well as the cab drivers. All the hotel staff are fluent in English and they are always ready to help you.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Ryumeikan Tokyo; City: Chuo Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: We stayed at the Ryumeikan primarily because of the proximity to Tokyo Station. Location could hardly be more convenient. Staff was very professional and the hotel was extremely quiet. Meticulously clean room. With a family of 4, we do not fit in their standard rooms. During our second stay at this hotel, we asked fort the Japanese room. This room was cheaper than 2 separate doubles. It was huge, almost like a suite. There was even a patio with a Japanese garden. The drinks in the fridge were all free. The room has 2 standard western beds and another tatami room with 2 futon beds. They can be folded up and put away, so that you end up with a separate room with a table and four chairs. This was great for the breakfast we had in the room so that we did not have to pay for the very expensive breakfast in the hotel. You could also go out for breakfast in the area of the hotel. We were amazed at the size of the room and the amenities. If you have a party of 4, go for it! Would go back in a heartbeat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel; City: Dana Point California; Review: We recently stayed more than a week at this hotel. The location is spectacular, the restaurants are great. We especially liked the lovely outdoor location of the 180blu restaurant with absolutely wonderful sushi and a mohito that rivals the best of Miami. You cannot go wrong with any of the restaurants. The panoramic view over the Pacific Ocean is truly breathtaking. Now for the not so terrific aspects. We have stayed at many Ritz Carlton, and have come to expect the best. No Ritz has ever failed us except this one. Our room appeared somewhat dated, had holes in a lamp shade and several light bulbs were burned out. That was an issue because there were few lights to begin with, so it was hard to find things in our suitcase. There was no coffee maker in the room, which I have seen in every other Ritz we visited. There was clearly older layers of dust on some of the furniture in our room. The window coverings were dated. An adjacent room had left used plates and utensils from room service in the hallway. I was surprised to see this in the afternoon and by mid-morning the next day the stuff was still sitting in the hallway. Not very impressive. I do not blame the ladies and gentlemen of Ritz for this. They were as professional as ever. Rather it appeared to me that the management was simply not staying on top of things. This is very surprising as hotel management is exactly was the Ritz is known for. Having said this, the servers and room staff were very friendly, prompt and professional. A management shake-up and some investment in sprucing up the property should make this one of the most spectacular hotels in the world.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cedarbrook Lodge; City: SeaTac Washington; Review: Who knew? A beautiful resort 5 minutes from Seatac airport. It almost feels surreal. We had a very late check-in and friendly check-in service. The rooms have a modern somewhat minimalistic look, but were clean and spacious. The breakfast buffet was quite nice. My kids thought the muffins were the best they ever had (not sure I would agree). Oatmeal, fruit and eggs, just to name a few items. The grounds were a preserved wetlands. Did I mention the free Haagen Daz ice cream? My kids could have spent a week here. This is a great hotel for an early take-off or late arrival at Seatac. The hotel seems to be set up for meetings and conferences.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: The Best of Tab Benoit; Brand: Tab Benoit; Review: tab benoit has rapidly ascended to the throne room of the cajun blues guitarists.he is a rare instrumentalist that can play up a storm, sing up a storm even some killer country blues too. his low key personality makes anyone that sees him marvel at the way he plays and seems to act like it is nothing at all to smoke on the guitar like he does.to say that his ego is held in check is to state the obvious.i heartily urge anyone that has the chance to see him play this music that he plays as soon as possible.you will not regret one minute or cent of the money that it will cost you.all in all a fine recording of one of louisianas fine blues pickers at his finest. my only criticism is i wish that it was two discs even though i have plenty of his music other than this i cant seem to get too much of it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3 Skulls & the Truth; Brand: David Hidalgo; Review: this union of guitarists at first might seem a bit unusual considering the differences in ages of this three but on further consideration we must remember that all three are heavily based in the blues.hidalgo has long been a great guitarist who is underrated for his ability,anyone that hears mato nanji is impressed by his ability,luther dickinson is a fine guitarist that does not seem to care for fanfare he just goes about his job with very little flash but does a very solid job on anything he chooses to play.all in all a very good union of fine guitarists.can we have more like this, please?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Unconditional; Brand: Ana Popovic; Review: stunning blues rock from ana popovic this stuff smokes; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Slipstream, Bonnie Raitt; Brand: Bonnie Raitt; Review: another classic from bonnie raitt; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Live At The Moody Theater; Brand: Warren Haynes; Review: toe tapping music that makes you want to dance; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Southeastern; Brand: Jason Isbell; Review: a new classic from a bright young star; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Show; Brand: Alvin Lee & Ten Years After; Review: a great last show bt a master guitarist; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Blues Extravaganza : The Best Of Austin City Limits; Brand: The Bluesville Years (Series); Review: a great variety of classic artists in fine form. a must for all blues fans; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ; Brand: The Bluesville Years (Series); Review: a great variety of classic artists in fine form. a must for all blues fans; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_CDs_and_Vinyl |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Bali Women's Plus Comfort Revolution Wirefree Bra with Smart Sizes; Brand: ; Review: Not the best shape but comforrable; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Levi's Women's Mid Rise Skinny Jeans; Brand: ; Review: Waist not too low or too high. Fabric just a little stretchy. I'm 5'7" and length perfect.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hatley "MAN EATER" WOMEN'S PJ BOTTOMS; Brand: ; Review: Cute and soft. They would be perfect if they pockets.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KEEN Women's Cortona Ballet Shoe; Brand: ; Review: I bought a full 1.5 size larger than my normal size and STILL way too tight.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hoerev Womens Comfort Middle Waist Bamboo Fiber Brief Panty, Pack of 3; Brand: Hoerev; Review: Definitely have a 'granny panty' look.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: SmartWool Women's Secret Sleuth Socks; Brand: SmartWool; Review: Worth the cost. These stay on my feet, keep my feet warm and dry, are durable, and don't retain foot odor like other no-show socks.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pact Women's Stretch Long Leggings | Made with Organic Cotton; Brand: ; Review: Great fit and good quality.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Modern Kiwi Paisley Print V-Neck Cover-Up Kimono Dress; Brand: Modern Kiwi; Review: gorgeous. the V in the front doesn't look good with my swim suit, though. it's pretty noticeable. maybe I'll have to buy a new black suit!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: MG Collection Fashion Floral Lace V-Neck Beach Swimsuit Cover Up; Brand: MyGift; Review: pretty. fabric is soft and flowing. I have a C-D bust and the elastic under the bust doesn't leave me quite enough room. I think I'm going to keep it and move the elastic down because it's so pretty.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheec SoleHugger Active - Premium No Show Socks for Women - Guaranteed Non-Slip; Brand: Sheec; Review: they are too full coverage to wear with flats, but the fabric is nice and they'll stay on nice under a fuller shoe; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: OSABASA Womens 1 to 10 Pack Casual No-show Socks Flat Boat Line with Non-Slip Grip; Brand: OSABASA; Review: they are too full coverage to wear with flats, but the fabric is nice and they'll stay on nice under a fuller shoe; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: JiYe Womens Retro Leather Leisure Hangbag Shoulder Bag; Brand: JIYE; Review: Hideous! The different tone you see on the top half is a LOOSE FLAP of soft leather. Stupid! It looks like they forgot to attach it on 3 sides or something. What the heck?; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Vbiger Women's Classic Fashion Tote Handbag Shoulder Bag Perfect Large Tote with Shoulder Strap; Brand: VBIGER; Review: One of the inner pockets isn't attached right. It kind of flaps around in there and catches my wallet every time I try to put it away. But the colors are pretty. I'll keep it but it won't be on my shoulder for more then a couple months and I'll move on.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: YogaColors Women's Easy Fit Crystal Burnout Racerback Pocket Tank; Brand: YogaColors; Review: gorgeous fabric; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TowelSelections Men’s Robe, Organic Cotton Terry Kimono Bathrobe Made in Turkey; Brand: ; Review: very thick towel-like material. like a hotel spa robe. pleased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fiream Women'S Oversize Pullover Hoodie Sweatshirt(Army Green,US M (Asia XL)); Brand: ; Review: very cheap polyester fabric.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Women's Chiffon Beachwear Dress Swimwear Bikini Cover-up Made in The USA; Brand: SHORE TRENDZ; Review: Plus size. Not! I'm size 16. Could not even get it on. It fits my size 3 daughter in law. Do not recommend.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Havaianas Women's Slim Sandal; Brand: ; Review: Nice flip flop. I'd buy again. Update I've had these 10 months. I wear them all the time. They are so comfortable!! They don't get flat or lose shape. I wore them everyday walking for miles on a two week cruise. Buy these!! You will love them. I just ordered another pair in another color.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spanx Womens Slimplicity Open Bust Camisole; Brand: ; Review: This product does hide your tell me if you put it on the first. But the shoulders are so tight and they press down so hard. It's hard to keep on all day and up having to take it off because it hurts my shoulders.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Roamans Women's Plus Size Soft Knit Bermuda Shorts; Brand: ; Review: Horrible see-through material I threw them away didn't bother sending them back.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Women's A-Leigh Mini Leather Wedge; Brand: ; Review: You won't find a more comfortable sandals! I have these in red and black I love them. If you have any foot problems or just want to have a comfortable shoe this is it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Foxfire Big Men's Plush Robe; Brand: Fox Fire; Review: My husband loves this road! Very soft and cozy. Fits around him, maybe a little too large but still okay.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: INBLUE Men's Stainless Steel Bracelet Bangle Cuff Silver Tone Belt Buckle Classic; Brand: INBLUE; Review: Did not fit way too small; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Crocs Rhonda Wedge Pump; Brand: ; Review: I have narrow feet. Very tight across toes.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kanu Surf Women's Plus-Size Marina Boardshort; Brand: ; Review: Too small. I had to give them away. I could not wear them.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bali Women's Comfort Revolution Wirefree Bra with Smart Sizes Bra; Brand: ; Review: Feels great! No band roll up!! I'm going to by these from now on! Can't say enough how much I appreciate finding this bra. I have extremely sensitive skin and this is a God-send.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Just My Size Women's Plus-Size Short-Sleeve T-Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Had to wear as pajama top. It's huge.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Women's Plus-Size Long-Sleeve Plaid Flannel Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Love it!! Buying another color; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Carhartt Men's Big & Tall Quilted Flannel-Lined Sandstone Active Jacket J130; Brand: ; Review: Husband loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 70's Disco Doll Adult Wig Costume Accessory; Brand: Forum Novelties; Review: Not worth it; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: CLPP'LI Womens Twin Button Fully Fur Lined Waterproof Winter Snow Boots; Brand: CLPP'LI; Review: I like them. With they were real suede; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Women's Middle Rise Sweatpant; Brand: ; Review: Love these; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riders by Lee Indigo Women’s Plus Size Bella Easy Care ¾ Sleeve Woven Shirt; Brand: ; Review: Love these!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Painters Bib Overall Big-Tall; Brand: ; Review: Frequent purchase.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Painters Bib Overall Big-Tall; Brand: ; Review: Frequent purchase.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Alegria Women's Classic Clog; Brand: Alegria; Review: Love love love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alegria Women's Classic Clog; Brand: Alegria; Review: Love love love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Puddle Play Kids Girls' Ladybug Printed Waterproof Easy-On Rubber Rain Boots (Toddler/Little Kids); Brand: AccessoWear; Review: Yes!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Woman Within Plus Size Weather-Resistant Taslon Anorak; Brand: ; Review: Like; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Woman Plus Size Round V-Neck Long Sleeve T-Shirt, Multiple Colors Available; Brand: Clothes Effect; Review: Thin see-through tight. Arms are way too long neck goes down way too low.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Meaneor Women Boho Cap Sleeve Smocked Waist Tiered Renaissance Party Maxi Dress; Brand: Meaneor; Review: Too long but I love it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jovivi 7 Chakra Lava Stone Diffuser Bracelet Crystal Reiki Healing Balancing 8mm Natural Gemstone Round Beads; Brand: Jovivi; Review: Love these!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: COCOSHIP Women's Solid Black Boy Leg Bikini Bottom Front Lined Boy Short(FBA); Brand: COCOSHIP; Review: Love these!!! Very complimentary. I'm size 18. I bought 20.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Ladies Plus Size Long Sleeve Turtleneck Ribbed Sweater; Brand: Clothes Effect; Review: Thin! But great for under other clothes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Notations Women's Plus-Size Long-Sleeve Y-Neck Blouse; Brand: ; Review: Beautiful!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dockers Men's 9-Piece Hankie Gift Set; Brand: ; Review: Ordered a second time. Great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beverly Rock Woman's New Plush Satin Spa Thong Slipper in 4 Beautiful Colors; Brand: Beverly Rock; Review: They're cute and cozy but the bottom is really stiff hard to walk in; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Women's Quarter Sleeve Roll-up Plaid Shirt; Brand: ; Review: This shirt is very cute and it fits great until I washed it. Suggest getting a size bigger. I'll probably order more in a bigger size; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Women's Comfort Evolution Bra; Brand: ; Review: Should have ordered a bigger size.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: One Five One Heritage Short (Assorted Colors); Brand: One Five One; Review: Perfect fit. Love these.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BOBS from Skechers Women's Keepsakes Delight Slipper; Brand: ; Review: Love!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Corifei eZstep Men's Mark Slippers; Brand: Corifei; Review: Very nice; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Women's Middle Rise Sweatpant; Brand: ; Review: Live in these on cold days! Soooo comfy! I have lots in different colors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luxehome Women's Cozy Fleece House Slippers; Brand: Luxehome; Review: Ordered a smaller size but still a little too big. Cozy though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HomeTop Fashion Bow Design Slip on Cotton Memory Foam Cozy Indoor Slippers for Women; Brand: ; Review: Should have bought a size smaller. Kind of stiff. I will use for after shower slippers.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's 5 Pack Dri-Tech Comfort Quarter Socks 12-15; Brand: ; Review: Perfect length for couch use; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Suko Jeans Cargo Capri For Women Stretch Poplin With Tie Bottom Hems; Brand: Suko Jeans; Review: It may be just me but they roll down on the tummy when I sit down. Have to always adjust when I stand up.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: SACASUSA (TM) 100g Turkey Feather BOA Brand New in POLY BAGS ! Turkey Feather Chandelle Boa 6 feet long; Brand: SACASUSA; Review: For the last three months I have been getting ready for a roaring 20s party of a friends. I have purchased several boas and this one is by far the best! It's beautiful and very well-rounded the perfect length and looks fabulous! I would also like to add that I wrote to customer service asking if they could ship a day earlier and they sent it a day earlier so it would arrive on time for the party even though I ordered it this one last minute. Now that's customer service! Thank you! I wore this one to the party and it was by far the best shape. Of course everyone's at the party had loose feathers that normal people! All the feathers are not going to completely fall off it's normal for feathers to shed. Buy this! I will be a returning customer; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: California Costumes Men's Plus Size-Gangster Costume; Brand: California Costumes; Review: Very thin but worked well. My humans liked it. We bought a real shirt and tie. Couldn't use the fake one provided.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shiny Toddler Little Girls Cap Sleeves Polka Dot Flowers Girl brithday Party Dress; Brand: Shiny Toddler; Review: Beautifully made! Exceeded my expectations! Just wonderful! I ordered two more for all my granddaughters. Love these!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Alegria by PG Lite Women's Sasha Mule Sandal; Brand: Alegria; Review: Not as comfortable as my other 5 pair of alegrias. Also, the tops don't even touch me feet. Too wide. I doubt I'll wear them. Update. I returned them. Fast customer service.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BlackButterfly Kids 'Sabrina' Vintage Polka Dot 50's Girls Dress; Brand: ; Review: Beautiful and very well made. My granddaughter absolutely loves her dress. I highly recommend this purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Riders by Lee Indigo Women's Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jean; Brand: ; Review: Great quality but I ordered my normal size and it was too small.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: No nonsense Women's Soft & Breathable Cushioned Mini Crew Socks, 3 Pair Pack; Brand: ; Review: Love these. Only socks I wear. Hug feet and don't slip around.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gootium Canvas Messenger Bag - Small Vintage Shoulder Bag Crossbody Satchel; Brand: Gootium; Review: Love this. Well made. Just as pictured.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Richie House Women's Plush Soft Warm Fleece Bathrobe Robe RH1591; Brand: Richie House; Review: Fleece. So soft so cozy. I ordered the flannel. Super cute! Fits great. Love this robe.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fruit Of The Loom Women's Plus-Size 4 Pack Fit For Me Boxer Brief; Brand: ; Review: Didnt care for these. Wont wear.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Alegria Women's Lara Wedge Sandal; Brand: Alegria; Review: Always love Alegria and these are cut but not for narrow feet like mine. The straps don't touch my feet and are not actually adjustable.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sterling Silver "Go in the Direction Of Your Dreams" with Compass Pendant Necklace, 18"; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: Very nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: b.tempt'd by Wacoal Women's B.Splendid Contour Bra; Brand: ; Review: Had to return. Wayyyyyyyy too small. Took several weeks to arrive.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Woman Within Plus Size Shirred V-Neck Perfect Tunic; Brand: ; Review: big but nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Women's Plus Size Perfect Shirred V-Neck Tunic Navy,4X; Brand: ; Review: big but nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bangkokpants Women's Long Hippie Bohemian Skirt Gypsy Dress Boho Clothes Flowers One Size Fits Asymmetric Hem Design; Brand: Bangkokpants; Review: Beautiful! I love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Tee Women's Plus Size V-Neck Ultimate Tank; Brand: ; Review: Its ok. Not what I was expecting. Its basically a t-shirt minus sleeves. I thought it would be a blouse.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jockey Women's Tops Supersoft Camisole; Brand: ; Review: Love love love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Jockey Women's Tops Supersoft Camisole; Brand: ; Review: Love love love; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MIXIN Women's Comfort Soft Memory Foam Slippers Indoor Ballerina Slippers; Brand: MIXIN; Review: Very nice. Soft. Flexible.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MIXIN Women's Ballerina Elegant Comfortable Soft Sole Indoor Slippers; Brand: MIXIN; Review: Very nice. Soft. Flexible.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Papaya Wear Women's Boardshorts Hollow Out Long Beach Short Pink; Brand: Papaya wear; Review: Love this suit. Shorts are really short though so I use different bottoms. I have bigger thighs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Patriot Games (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Scent of a Woman (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Top Gun (1986); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pearl Harbor (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky II (1979); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Broken Arrow (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: American Pie (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 2 (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Twister (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Air Force One (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lethal Weapon 4 (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tomb Raider (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Grease (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Best of Friends: Vol. 2 (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clear and Present Danger (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Con Air (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Parent Trap (1961); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Parents (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bewitched (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | netflix |
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