Travel - 25 September 2007

I was reading this article on USAToday.com and from the KGO website about how the SF Film Commission denied the Marines permission to film in the city for NO good reason at all and would not explain to reporters the reasons for their decision. In the KGO article it also mentions how the city blocked the USS Iowa from docking here, banned the junior ROTC from high schools, and trys to to ban the yearly Blue Angels air show.

Do you think it was wrong of the film commission to deny the Marines permission to film? Also do you think leaders in the city of SF don't like the military for some reason. Do you think the film commission and other leaders have gone to far in other instances in trying to block the military from doing things in the city? I just wanted to get people's opinions from the Bay Area b/c SF gets a lot of negative media attention for it's liberalism and stuff like this is why, even though I know it's not as bad as people not from the area think it is.

2007-09-25 09:00:38 · 8 answers · asked by Sav 6 in San Francisco

2007-09-25 08:52:51 · 8 answers · asked by hello world 7 in Other - Spain

We have a group of 12 people going from Venice to Brindisi. We are thinking of booking a night-train instead of a hotel that night. What's the best place to book the train from the U.S.? Should I book first class and then make an additional reservation for a bed? Any advice is appreciated. We'll have three children, 10, 12 and 14. All others will be older teens and adults.

2007-09-25 08:52:10 · 3 answers · asked by melpollard 1 in Other - Europe

this will be my first "free style" cruise. i had always ask for the late seating for dinner on my other cruises. i've been reading other posts on how some folks had to wait in line to be seated for meals. what is the best time to go to a sit down dinner and not have to wait? there will be 6 of us in our group....so far. thanks.

2007-09-25 08:50:56 · 3 answers · asked by John S 4 in Cruise Travel

Hi, i posted another question on this site and it was answered but i forget to mention this. I would like to bring some digital equipment, a ARM 32-bit Development Board, a Macbook Pro and a DSLR Camera. I should be ok to bring these pieces of equipment to the USA? I would need these tools for educational purposes.

2007-09-25 08:50:42 · 2 answers · asked by theJedi 1 in Other - United States

I ordered a Chrome bag a few days ago.

I used ups canada ground standard.

How long should this take for Toronto?

2007-09-25 08:48:17 · 1 answers · asked by Marko K 2 in Packing & Preparation

I love this type of pizza frozen or from a restaurant. I'd like to make my own. I've seen a ton of recipes online, just would like opinions on what are good cheese blends, and how to keep it flavorful.
Thanks!!

2007-09-25 08:47:02 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Denmark

Do you think that IPR could become a form of protectionism imposed by the US? Could IPR affect China enough that her trade would be seriously adversely affected or will low prices trump safety and quality issues?

2007-09-25 08:45:21 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in China

As an overseas trained teacher i need to gain QTS by December 2007 in order to stay in my four years period. I therefore need the quickest way of obtaining this QTS

2007-09-25 08:36:13 · 1 answers · asked by blessed 1 in Other - Australia

my nana used to sing a song to us as kids and i need to translate it and use it for my italian class but i cant remember the words..it sounded like this "sega mulega nubala" and then there was something else but thats when she would tickle us and we couldnt hear what she said...as she sang this song she would hold us on her lap and rock us back and forth and then tickle us at the very end..can anyone help me here?

what are the real words and what is the english translation?
i tried to google it and look it up online but since i dont know the correct spelling and real words (im goin based on how they sound) i couldnt get far..thank u for any help u can give me :)

p.s i dont know if its a lullaby or a nursery rhyme or what..she would sing it to us from the time we were babies until we were about 4...no one in my family knows the real words and my nana died so we cant exactly ask her lol

2007-09-25 08:33:36 · 6 answers · asked by jennybean7985 5 in Other - Italy

What would you recommend for a family cruise (2 children 7 &10). What is included? Do you have to dress up?

2007-09-25 08:33:11 · 12 answers · asked by beccaroo 1 in Cruise Travel

2007-09-25 08:29:58 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lebanon

I sure hope it's better than mine. Woke up the usual time with the intention of making a perfunctory appearance at the office only to find I don't have a ride. Our Pinas visitors (my parents and my uncle/aunt) have decided to go on a last-minute shopping trip - again! When I got my van back (past 1:00PM), I drove my merry way to the office (less than 20 min drive) only to be stopped by a cop for speeding. Me? Speeding? Geeezzz, I drive like jongbong's "pagong". Anyway, that ticket is gonna set me back $188.00... grrrrrrrr.

Oppss, past 2:00 na pala....I'm off to lunch guys...I'm coming hon.

2007-09-25 08:25:03 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Philippines

I am planning a cruise with my daughter, who will be 13 at the time of travel. I saw a nice 4 day cruise from New Orleans port to one destination at Cozumel Mexico. Then back to the port. This will be my first time on a cruise and out of the states.

I am leaning toward Carnival b/c of the teenager activities and price. However I am nervous doing this myself. I called Carnival's 800 #, but the CSR wasn't help either. He was trying to sell this and that, but he wasn't answering my questions.

Like if I go to Mexico will I have to get different money? Do I need a passport, is my room the anchor or stern...etc. I felt like I was getting on his nerves.

Do you recommend I use a travel agent, or do they try to sell you everything also. In addition, what questions do you recommend I ask and what should I say no to...thanks

2007-09-25 08:21:38 · 10 answers · asked by Renee 3 in Cruise Travel

Hello, I live in the Monterey Peninsula and will have some friends visit in from out of town who would like to see San Francisco. I was hoping to save some money on gas and parking, however the BART website has not been very helpful. Where is the nearest BART station (to me) where I can park my car all day and where would we exit the BART in Union Square? I already know we will have to most likely pay close to $10 to ride wherever we want to go all day. I just need a starting point and I am most familliar to Union Square. Thanks!

2007-09-25 08:09:51 · 4 answers · asked by sambonski 1 in San Francisco

2007-09-25 08:07:25 · 14 answers · asked by saidg22 1 in China

2007-09-25 08:05:17 · 4 answers · asked by annaambulance 1 in San Antonio

This is probably in the wrong section, but I'd like to know what you guys think. I was interviewed two weeks ago by my first-choice employer and I really enjoyed talking to the boss and I think she enjoyed interviewing me too. However, the HR Manager said they were conducting more interviews that week and would know by the next week (meaning, last week). I sent them a thank you letter after two days by email.
That same week, I was interviewed by my second choice company and today asked when I would be available, because they were narrowing their choice. I told them I'd give an answer this week.
Question: Would it be in order to call first choice employer and ask if I got the job (it's been two weeks after all)? I don't want to seem too aggressive but I need to make a decision about the second-choice company soon.

2007-09-25 08:04:51 · 13 answers · asked by Tammy 4 in Philippines

You are selected as President for South Africa. You can introduce one fundamental change. What will that be?

2007-09-25 07:49:55 · 11 answers · asked by The Blue bull 5 in South Africa

What area is the safest place to live in the Philippines?Least amount of crime. Also what area has a lower humidity level? Are there many natives who speak english?Thank you for any responces.

2007-09-25 07:48:23 · 12 answers · asked by yp_tim_gillett 2 in Philippines

Do this if your parent especially your mother is there with you now...or else you could use a photo of your mom instead (but skip no. 1 & 2)

1- wait until she went to bed and fall asleep..
2- sit next to her without waking her up..
3- look into your mother's face for approximately 10 minutes..
4- after that close your eyes for 5 minutes..
5- again look into your mom's face for another 10 minutes...

tell me what exactly did you see..

star this to share within your networks..

2007-09-25 07:43:32 · 11 answers · asked by MissChievous 6 in Malaysia

Im planning a land/sea vacation at Disney. I see there are several restaurants and I'm wondering... are the restaurants assigned to you, or do you choose them in advance? How does it work?

2007-09-25 07:39:53 · 3 answers · asked by apelaciones 1 in Cruise Travel

2007-09-25 07:39:21 · 4 answers · asked by john l 1 in Other - Europe

2007-09-25 07:36:33 · 5 answers · asked by Thalia 7 in Other - Germany

My boyfriend mentioned going on a city break next year Ive found something in the paper today what sounded good. 3nights at the above hotel (3*B + B) in March, in Prague for £120 each (incl flights from manchester). Ive heard that its a nice place but when I mentioned it to him he said he doesnt fancy it as its just full of stag dos and strip clubs! Is this true? I know its got popular with stag dos but that cant be it can it?? Please help so I can get him to go! Im 23 and hes 26 by the way! x

2007-09-25 07:34:16 · 9 answers · asked by emmaloubeeee 3 in Other - Europe

2007-09-25 07:10:11 · 6 answers · asked by sravan k 1 in China

Does it get anything like New York? Is a heavy jacket/coat needed in Japan in the winter?

2007-09-25 06:59:29 · 6 answers · asked by Nickname 2 in Japan

Roll out the barrels! Congratulations, Jongbong!

http://ph.answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AtaDsnYyqAGzJr_iWy5_LdficRV.;_ylv=3?qid=20070925035634AA47DkJ

2007-09-25 06:59:13 · 14 answers · asked by shirley g 6 in Philippines

I'am a american moving to sao paulo city to work on computers and need to know the cost of living as well as food,aparment,neighborhood etc.

2007-09-25 06:57:20 · 10 answers · asked by troygayle86 1 in Other - Brazil

only in Egypt?!! Or can you find it elsewhere?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/elhamalawy/sets/72157600296500847/show/

2007-09-25 06:52:49 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Egypt