What our members are saying « Result #1 on Jan 25, 2007, 7:33am »
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Thanks for the welcome, I'm pleased that this forum has started....
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Well done folks on your new site.
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Thanks for the warm welcome.
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Thanks for the warm welcome, all. Ken, I'll PM you with the story of how I came to be here. It's rather amusing.
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It's great to be an official member of this family/forum.
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I LOVE the colors!!! I can't wait to get home and catch - up.
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Many thanks for the welcome. I have followed with interest your travels Bellagio. Many Thanks and best wishes with this new and exciting website.
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Hey Guys - thanks for the welcome.
Mister - I'll take a Mohito please.
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Thanks so much for the warm welcome! I am enjoying it already! I am so glad I found it
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Thank you for the welcome. I was getting quite concerned about bellagio not posting on the 7. so I emailed him and he gave me the link.
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Finally I have arrived. It took longer to get here then it did to Cuba.
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Wow......what a warm welcome
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..this is a great place to come for "Cuban company".
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Hi all ...great board!
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sheesh, I don't think I even had a chance to welcome him back and he's gone again
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Wow Milli that is the best 'Welcome' I have ever seen. Congratulations - don't know how you did it, but it's brilliant. It must have taken a lot of time and effort.
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It's just nice to know you're around Ken
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Bellagio, I just love your stories. I could listen to you all day!
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Just received a text from Bellagio: Having good time.Pig roast was excellent.Weather fine.Just arrived back in casa.Big party in town.
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Forum looks amazing.
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Welcome aboard Charmainiac. It really is great to see you again. As you can see there are some 'old' familiar faces here, and none older than mine!!!
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I see the Shoe Queen LauraT is online.
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Really great to have you onboard mojitomiss. I'll wear my blue shirt tomorrow to celebrate!!!
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Happy to be on board.
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Glad to be here with all my friends!
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I joined because I have enjoyed the on-line friendships I have made over the last couple of years and I want to keep in touch with all you guys.
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. Hopefully we can all enjoy each other's company on this site.
Learn more about Cuba « Result #2 on Jan 25, 2007, 7:30am »
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On our visit to the Botanical Gardens outside of Havana, I had hoped to visit the 'Theme Park', which was close by. Despite it being a weekend it was closed. I did, however, manage to get a photograph of a looping roller coaster there. It looks in mint condition too, surprisingly for Cuba. It just does seem to fit in with Cuba does it?
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Here is a question for all......it seem that some people visit friends on other resorts (other than where they are staying)....what is the cost to visit another resort for a day? Does anyone know? Is it totally outragous or reasonable?
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Banes profiting from the Energy Revolution
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David, Your information is terrific. In fact, I am now looking at the Melia Las Dunas for Easter period.
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Just posting this for information so everyone can see the charges involved when using your credit or debit cards in Cuba.
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WOW, the Cuban Tourist Board in Toronto is getting their ears talked off over the issue of charging tax based on luggage weight.
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Well as I told you last week, my best friend (Canadian) and his Cuban wife flew down to Havana last Sunday night with Cubana from Toronto. I had asked him to specifically note the procedures with Cuban Customs upon arrival. He has been in and out of Havana over 50 times so he is very experienced with Aduana. Well it’s NOT a pretty picture. It’s become downright UGLY in fact......
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I was wondering if the airport is air conditioned because I was planning on wearing jeans on the plane. Also, if I do this am I going to find a bathroom suitable for changing in?
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Hi all ...great board! I'm interested in going to Cuba for the first time in April. I've been looking at resorts offered in Holguin, Cayo Coco and Varadero. I've come across "Hotel Villa Cuba" ...with Signature ..out of Halifax. They're offering "rooms" or "casa" ...could somebody tell me what is a "casa" ... I thought maybe it was a villa ...but, I'm not sure. Anything you can tell me about this resort would be appreciated! Thanks!
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Great site ...lots of info here for a newbie like me to Cuba.
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Having had some experience with the Cuban medical system, We would not hesitate receiving medical care in Cuba
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For those who may be interested here is a Google Earth map of part of Banes.
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I have to ask Bellagio: What about meals? You said that you could get meals at the Casa but are there any restaurants nearby? What would the usual Cuban meal in Banes consist of? Are there local fruits and vegetables that are fairly easy to come by? With the difficulty in finding a consistent supply of meat and poultry is fish a staple? Does a Cuban need a license to fish to provide food for his/her family? Staying in a resort for two weeks with a good supply of food seems to draw lots of negative comments. What is it like living on the average Cuban's diet for 2 weeks?
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Ken, it's lovely to have you back! Can't wait to hear about your most recent adventures.
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Hi gang. As promised here is a rundown of our trip. Kinda like a review and will be long, but you did ask...also I will post pics separately
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A few weeks back I said that I would never mention resort staff names in a post as I did not think it was correct to do so without their permission. I discussed this with several of my resort worker friends on my recent stay and everyone one of them disagreed with me. They all said provided the post was positive and in no way critical they were thrilled to know that their names were being mentioned on the internet.
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As far as my friends are concerned Christmas Day is just another day. New Year is the 'big event'. I did see several houses with small to medium sized decorated artificial Christmas trees but I was assured they are there for the New Year celebration. Everybody wears something new for the New Year. I'll report back, with photos, on what should be a very eventful, day on my return.
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I saw this turtle tied with a piece of red string one morning. Apparently the turtle lives in the water tank, and they drink, as well as cook and wash with this water. Apparently her doctor had recommended her to get a turtle and put it in the tank as it would help keep the water clean by eating all the flies and other insects in the water.
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You know while everyone jokes about the "suicide showers", I can tell you that after 5 years of ONLY using them in Cuba, I've never had a single problem.... or tingle.
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I learned so much about Cuba and not all good I can tell you. The Casa route may not be for everyone - I really think you need to have Cuban friends if you are staying put in one place for two weeks.
The first group of pictures are in Barbados. The next group is our sailing to the Windward Island. The other ship you will see from ourship the Royal Clipper is a sister ship The star Clipper which we had a race against.
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Melia CSM & Melia Las Dunas...I have just quickly posted some of our pictures...Wow.......looking at the pictures........wishing we were back there!
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I've managed at last to get my photos of Havana uploaded.
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Typical Saturday morning in Banes - I took these photos on Saturday morning when several lorries from nearby farms come into town and park up on the road outside the tennis courts to sell their vegetables, mainly cabbages and onions, to the local residents.
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On Sunday 28th January I visited the Botanical Gardens approximately 25 km south of Havana. The Japanese Garden is really beautiful.....
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.....pictures of Cayo Santa Maria and Havana....
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....a link to our holiday at the Playa Pesquero .....you may even get to see our very own Bellagio....
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....from our trip to the Sol Pelicano resort, Cayo Largo....
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Slideshow of flynnsky's Pictures of Royal Hideaway Ensenachos. The beach is one of the best that I have been on.
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This album contains 80 photos taken during a visit to Santiago de Cuba.
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This small, picturesque island in Santiago Bay used to be known Smith Key (Cayo Smith) but is now called Cayo Granma.
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Slideshow of photos of Gibara
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great photos bellagio
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Thanks for the pictures Bellagio, I almost feel like I am there.
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Here are a selection of my photos taken during my recent holiday.Bellagio's photos Banes, December 2006
We haven't decided yet where to ski...guess once we grab a Timmie's and head on our way west, we will have until Tuesday morning to decide...
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I'll be back online on Wednesday morning - hopefully with photos!!!Just hope I pick up the correct suitcase this time around!!!!! I've told Debbie to double check that's it's mine.
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Have a great time in Alberta Bellagio!
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Milli ...quite in deal in PC. Don't think that will hang in there long.
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When you talk about cruises you are preaching to the converted.
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One of my fav. little hideaways in Cuba was on sale last week for $275 plus tax for a week
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Flynnsky You are going to be friggin amazed aboard the royal clipper.
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Hi gang. Seems I just returned from Cuba and I am off tomorrow for Fort Lauderdale again! Tough life working in warm climates.
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.....we're going back to Villa Cuba again!
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Have always enjoyed West Jet..for their service. Good attitude and they make the time to address any concerns.
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We'd go back to PRDO anytime!
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I have to agree that the prices are more reasonable this year out of the Maritimes.
Bellagio, You are an amazing person,no moss grows under your feet.Have a great trip , it must be the dancing with all those women that is keeping you young.
Always reliable, this Chilean wine is available in the Vintages section in Ontario usually for about $14. Very dry and excellent with a steak. Don't let the screw-top put you off, It's definitely an excellent buy.
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Messybill, I agree 100% with your thought on the Merlot. It was a teensy bit sweeter than the Shiraz but still had a very nice taste to it I do recall that the bottle was empty
Meet our Resident Bartender « Result #8 on Jan 25, 2007, 7:20am »
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Welcome joolz, Awesome name!! Makes me think somehow of royalty. In honor of your new found royal lineage, let me pour you a Kir Royale. Then again, if you'd prefer something else, your humble servant is awaiting your instruction.r
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Jjay, Welcome to our fine establishment!! I learned my bartending trade in Nova Scotia, but try to follow the lead of the pool barmen at the PP when it comes to service. What is your pleasure??
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salsagirl. Welcome to the beach Bar at bellagio's Cuba!! I am able to pour a cocktail to suit anyone's tastes or dietary needs. I will make whatever you want, and tailor it to suit you.Bottom's Up!
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Happy 22nd birthday lesab33!! I was planning to surprise you by jumping out of the cake with a bottle of Dom Perignon, but did not want to scare you away on your birthday. Please let me uncork a bottle of bubbly to celebrate.
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Oh my goodness, the service at this establishment is getting so slow, you'd think I was in the union (oh wait, I am!!). Welcome aboard lindalou!! It is great to have you join us. Please let me get you a bevvie whilst I am up.
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Hola lesab33!!! The booze is flowing like molasses these days, and for that I apologize. Please accept my apologies and a drink on the house.
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travelingtrish, Welcome to our little corner of the www. We are happy to have you join us. As the self-proclaimed bartender of Bellagio's Cuba, let me pour you a nice cool drink to say Hola.
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Although my Mojitoes are legendary (at least in my mind), it is hard to beat a Mojito made at a Cuban resort, just for the fact that you are AT A CUBAN RESORT!!!!!
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As I recall, a Crazy Canadian is a Pina Colada with banana liqueur and whatever they use for colouring down in Heaven, I mean Cuba, to make it red, here it would be grenadine.
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Welcome to our lovely lady from the Rock!!! I only got back early this morning from Cuba myself, but please let me offer you a drink. After the amount I drank in the last week, I can only join you for one myself, but will pour you as many as you want. Shall I make it a mojito, or do you prefer something else??
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Welcome Debmich!! It's great to have you aboard!! We could really use some Western Canadian flavor around here. It would be my honor to pour you your first drink here in Bellagio's Cuba. I make a mean mojito, but the choice of imbibables is yours. Is that even a word?
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Ahem, who has the audacity to mix drinks without me there?
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Hola and Welcome rumrunner. As you will quickly find out, the first round of drinks is always on the house here, and the dubious honor of pouring that round is mine. What is your pleasure?
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Lunagirl, Welcome aboard!!! Great to have you join us. As the official bartender for Bellagio's Cuba, the honor falls upon me to offer you your first drink, on the house of course. Anyting in particular tickle your taste buds???
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It would be so much easier to navigate the new digs with a cold one. Charmaine, may I offer you something to drink...a potable if you will? Service with a smile is guaranteed!!!
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cookster, We are happy to have you aboard. What is your pleasure...name a beverage and take a seat. As seems to be the tradition around here, the first round is on the house, and that means that I'm pouring.
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OMG I am sorry for the delay. Wendy, welcome to my humble watering hole. I am a bit perplexed, however.....you had asked me for a double, yet I am unfamiliar with that term. Where I come from in Nova Scotia, mixed drinks only come in one potency, and that would put most AI Cuban bartenders to shame.
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...I am still waiting for my mojito. Mister, are you growing that mint?
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Great to have you aboard mcb. Pull up a stool and take a load off. Name your poison, as I ALWAYS pour the first round, which is on the house.
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Ahem....sorry I'm late for the arrival. Crestfield, as a transplanted Easterner, I must apologize for the tardiness of this offer...... what would you like to drink? The pleasure of pouring the first round is mine. Any preference?
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Hola Sunny, nice to have you aboard. Can I get you a cold one while I'm up???
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Thanks for the warm welcome. I look forward to continuing friendships here on Exile Island.
Friendly Banter « Result #9 on Jan 25, 2007, 7:14am »
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I refer to it as "Lift the Lid to Lose" I think in all the year they had it I've one 1 cup of coffee and a couple of donuts and I buy Timmies every day!!! I'm holding out for the car - that way I can sell it and finance a couple of yearly trips to Cuba for say, 5 years!!!
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Have a wonderful time Tuss... there's nothing like watching a game in the crowd up front a personal... have a blast
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I won tickets yesterday on a radio contest to see the Calgary Flames. I just picked up the tickets and they are really good seats; for tonights game against the Phoenix Coyotes!
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ROLL UP THE RIM!!!!! I had forgotten it was time for that. FANTASTIC.
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March is less than a week away and all loyal TH customers know what that means! Wikipedia
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I read this on Yahoo this morning. Flag Day I think a Statutory holiday in February would be a nice way to break up the winter! Of course a week in Cuba would be even nicer
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Yes it's me!!!!
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Guess who is coming to visit! Now this will only be fun if you guess!
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You are correct. I am most unhappy with England's dismal showing down under.
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The World Cup Of Cricket will be played in the West Indies March to the end of April....I new of a fellow in England who was also not happy with its teams dismal showing in Australia but will most likely be tuning in for the matches.
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Deb, Great picture and it was great finally meeting you and Jaxon! Next time will be in Cuba!
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I was lucky enough to meet up with sunny lastnight at the airport on her layover in TO...and I have a few pics.
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If I remember rightly it was quite some pool party most afternoons while we were all at the PP, we even managed to get Bellagio into the water.
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Thanks all for the warm welcome...happy to be here!bellagio ...I'm sure you danced as well as I sung! we will leave it at that lol
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Welcome Back Ken! When are you going back?? I mean when are you coming back??? Well you know what I mean???
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Hey Bellagio, any chance you and your blue shirt can arrive at the Playa Pesquero during Jan 26- Feb. 1st? I would love to meet you.
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OMG Messybill, that sounds terrible. Maybe being single has more advantages than disadvantages!!
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You're frightening me mcb!!!
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Gift cards are outselling actual merchandise this year for Christmas. How do people here feel about them?
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Gift cards are outselling actual merchandise this year for Christmas. How do people here feel about them?
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Tracie's exempt Fred. You are so lucky to be married to such a wonderful lady. (I'll collect the $20 when I see you next!!!). lol
Travel Tips « Result #10 on Jan 25, 2007, 7:12am »
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Something I never leave home with out is antibacterial "WET ONES"! Small travel packet for purse!
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Whether you are in the planning stages of your first trip or your 10th this site and it's links provides some useful tips in getting the most for your money.
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Before leaving I email a copy (scanned) of all our passports to my office and home email accounts. Then if we ever need to we can access the copies from the Internet.
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Thanks so much for the warm welcome! I am enjoying it already! I am so glad I found it
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Thanks all for the warm welcome...happy to be here!bellagio ...I'm sure you danced as well as I sung!