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Title: Andersen Hotel; City: St Petersburg Northwestern District; Review: Hotel was clean, modern and staff were friendly and helpful. Room was perfectly adequate but location at rear of hotel meant some building noise from construction site next door. Rooms to the front of the hotel are quieter. Breakfast was fairly basic. Location is the major drawback in my opinion. Hotel is in a residential area 10 minutes walk (along a busy dual carriageway) to the metro station. 2 stops on the metro takes you to the centre of town. Travelling in and out of the centre became a bit tedious so would stay more centrally on another trip.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Hotel Nice; City: Nice French Riviera Cote d Azur Provence Alpes Cote d Azur; Review: Hotel facilties were very good and staff helpful. Rooms are very up to date with large LCD TV and rooms facing the sea have good balconies. Despite warning from others we were never charged to use the pool and sun loungers. Roof top bar has excellent views as does the restaurant although we only took breakfast in the hotel. The beach is only a stones throw across the road and the airport is close (but not too close!) by. Otherwise the location is far from ideal. Its at least 30 minutes walk to reach the town centre, longer to the old town, but a pleasant walk. Took a taxi one night which cost 12 euros. Parking in the basement car park is pricey at around 20 euros a night but there are residential streets a couple of blocks back from the beach were you can park for free. After paying for the first night we parked on the street for the next 3 nights with no problem. Breakfast was very good and served until 10.30 every day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Comfort Hotel Hakata; City: Fukuoka Fukuoka Prefecture Kyushu; Review: Hotel is nothing special but very convenient for Hakata station. Suited us fine as were caughting an early train. If you are just stopping a day or two and just want somewhere to sleep then this hotel is ideal. Hotel leaflets show the easiest walk to Canal City (10-15 minutes) where we found a good choice of restaurants although we could probably have found somewhere closer in the station area. Breakfast was good with a choice of Western and Japanese items.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The b tokyo roppongi; City: Minato Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Hotel is very convenient for the night life in Roppongi and access to Roppongi station (50 metres from the front door). Use exit 6 from Roppongi statioin and hotel is just ahead on the right. Although situated on a very busy road most rooms seem to be at the side and rear of the hotel so we had no problems with noise. The ground floor has obviously been recently fully renovated but the bedrooms have only been spruced up. Having said that they are perfectly fine and very clean and comfortable. Breakfast is served in the bar area and is fairly basic but includes Western items as well as usual Japanese breakfast. Good value for what you get.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Roma Sacre Coeur; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: Hotel is in a great location a few minutes walk (uphill) to Montmatre and right above Lamark Caulincourt metro station. When exiting the station double back up climbing up the uncovered steps, when you reach the road at the top turn left and the hotel entrance is a few metres on the left. Entrance area and corridors reminded me of a hostel and the astro turf flooring is certainly unusual... Staff were efficient but not particularly welcoming or friendly. The room was recently modernised with a newly fitted shower room but was very small. The sound proofing isn't great and the cleaners seemed to make a lot of noise perhaps to discourage lie ins... Having not been very positive I would say that Hotel Roma is good value for what you get. I would stay again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Liabeny; City: Madrid; Review: Location is the best feature of this hotel; it is spot in the centre of Madrid very close to the shopping areas and within easy walking distances (5 to 10 minutes) of most sights. Metro stations are close by but we only used them to get to and from the airport - which was fine but did require 2 changes and the stairs wouldn't suit those with luggage. Didn't eat in the hotel but the restaurant looked popular. Only criticism would be that the rooms do not have air conditioning. Even in early May we missed this and would not like to stay in summer! We had a room looking on to a central courtyard which was quiet but expect street facing rooms could get very noisy at weekends.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Marina Beach Motel; City: Santa Barbara California; Review: Traditional motel layout around an attractive courtyard. Rooms have been fairly recently renovated but are small. As all rooms are ground floor we had to keep the blinds closed unless we were happy for all in the courtyard parking to look straight in. Our room had a very good sized kitchen area but the shower room (no bath) was very small - the reverse would have been preferable as the kitchen was not equipped - there was a sign to say that pots / pans etc could be obtained from reception (presumably at a cost but we didn't find out). There is a complimentary continental buffet breakfast offered in the reception area each morning and bikes can be borrowed free of charge. The hotel is only one block from the seafront so 2 minutes walk to the marina and 5 minutes to the beach and Stearns Wharf. The shops, restaurants and bars of State Street are 10 minutes walk way. We were late back one night and the hotel car park was full so we parked on the quiet side street outside the hotel reception only to find a parking ticket the next morning. There are parking restrictions on the street some mornings which aren't very clearly signed. Fortunately Santa Barbara police let us off as tourists but something to watch out for! We found the best rate by contacting the property direct and emailing them to make a reservation.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jumeirah Emirates Towers; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: I stayed at Emirates Tower for four weeks whilst on business in Dubai. It location is excellent for business in the heart of the business district on Sheikh Zayed Road and adjoining DIFC. If not travelling for business then I expect Emirates Towers would be fine for a short stay but for anything longer than a couple of nights I would recommend one of the beach hotels. Having said that Emirates Towers is very well placed for a shopping trip, close to the new Dubai Mall and with easy access to Mall of the Emirates. As I had a long stay I had chance to try all the dining options in the hotel and in the adjoining mall where meals can also be charged to your room. The variety of restaurants available was a great plus as I would soon have become tried of eating in the same old hotel restaurant. There is a good bar next to the Grill Room just off the lobby with friendly staff and also Vue Bar on the 51st floor where the atmosphere was good despite the cigarette smoke... Leisure facilities are good with a gym and a reasonable sized pool. The area around the pool is fairly small so does become crowded at weekends plus a large proportion of the sitting area falls into shade around 3pm. This is one of two negatives I have about my stay but perhaps its not so important to have a good pool area in a central business hotel. The other negative was that the restaurant stopped serving breakfast on the dot of 10.30am at weekends. I was told that the reason was that brunch needed to be set up and this starts at 12pm. As Dubai brunches are usually fairly boozy and as after a week of work not everyone wants to have weekend breakfast at 10am this is not ideal. I stayed in a deluxe room which was perfectly adequate. The decor is perhaps starting to look a little outdated and as others noticed the rooms have old fashioned, rather than LCD, televisions.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Singapore; City: Singapore; Review: Stayed at the hotel for a two night break in March 2009. Chose the hotel on Expedia due to its competitive rate and central location. Travelling light so arrived from the airport by MRT which took 45 minutes. The trip involved two changes of train but as these simply entailed crossing from one platform to another that was no hassle. The nearest MRT station to the hotel is Orchard which is 4 to 5 minutes walk. The hotel reception was very busy on check in but I was soon dealt with. I made my own way to the room and found that it had already been occupied. The receptionist had realised his mistake and caught up with me. Back in reception the front desk manager was very apologetic and after about 20 minutes another room was found for me and I was upgraded to an executive floor. The room appeared much the same as the first room however I had access to the executive lounge. I made my way to the lounge only to find that it was at full capacity (7.30pm on a Friday night) so I returned to my room and the lounge attendant called me 10 minutes later to let me know a table was available. Complimentary drinks (a limited range of spirits, house wines and beers) and a cold buffet provided a good start to the evening. Next morning I had breakfast in the executive lounge at the suggestion of the lounge attendant as the hotel restaurant on the ground floor was very busy. Breakfast comprises a fresh fruits, juices, cold meats, cheeses, various types of eggs, various breads/toast etc which was ample choice and the atmosphere was relaxed. The second morning I had breakfast in the main restaurant on the ground floor which offered greater choice but was extremely busy and noisy. I would recommend the executive lounge if the hotel is busy. I tried out the hotel gym which is well equipped and has helpful staff. I didn't manage to use the rooftop pool but it looked very pleasant. The best feature of the hotel is certainly its location for anyone wanting to be close to the shops and sights. It is not the most modern hotel in the area but perhaps the rates offered reflect this. All in all a good choice and somewhere I would consider staying at when I am next in Singapore.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toyoko Inn Sendai eki Nishiguchi Chuo; City: Sendai Miyagi Prefecture Tohoku; Review: Arrived at Sendai station without any accommodation arranged and this was one of the first hotels we spotted after leaving the station. Quickly and efficiently checked in and found the hotel matched the standards of all other Toyoko Inns. The rooms were small but very clean, modern and well equipped with fridges, TVs (unfortunately no English channels) and free broadband. The hotel is on a busy road but fortunately we were on the 8th floor so didn't hear much noise, on lower floors this may be an issue. There will also be noise in rooms at the rear of the hotel as it backs onto the railway tracks. The hotel is about 5 minutes walk to the station where there is a shopping mall and a very large choice of restaurants where we ate well at very little cost. Most of these restaurants stay open until around 10pm or 11pm and open for breakfast. The hotel offered complimentary breakfast but we didn't try it. There are also numerous 24 convenience stores within a couple of minutes walk of the hotel. We walked into the centre of Sendai in around 10 minutes and then across the river and climbed up past the museum reaching Sendai Castle in around 45 minutes. The hotel is nothing fancy but great value and convenient for a stop off if arriving in Sendai by train.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toyoko Inn Hokkaido Hakodate Ekimae Daimon; City: Hakodate Hokkaido; Review: Arrived just after 3pm and before the strictly enforced check-in time at 4pm. The helpful receptionist spoke limited English but managed to explain that as it was a Monday there is a special offer for members so if we joined for Y1,500 each we would make an immediate saving, plus as members we could check in straight away (member check-in is from 3pm). The rooms were small but at half the price we had paid at another business hotel chain in Sapporo they were good value. Its a shame that Toyoko can't include at leat one English TV channel. There was however good, free broadband access in each room. The hotel is about 8 minutes walk from the station (not the 4 minutes Toyoko claim) so if you are travelling by train with luggage you are better to try the Toyoko Ekimae-ichi which is nearer the station. The area around the Toyoko Daimon contains a lot of traditional Japanese bars which were very quiet on a Monday but may be loud at weekends. Everything in Hakodate is within an easy walk of the hotel. We followed the tram tracks and reached the ropeway in around 30 minutes and then returned via the waterfront warehouses which have been converted into restaurants. There is a Lawson one block away. The hotel offers complimentary curry rice for dinner and also compliementary breakfast but we didn't have chance to try either. All in all a good value, clean and friendly option in central Hakodate although the other Toyoko would be more convenient if travelling by train.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Gracery Sapporo; City: Chuo Sapporo Hokkaido; Review: Picked this hotel as I was travelling by train and it seemed the best hotel close to JR Sapporo station. The Gracery is literally across the road from the station and if you know where you are going you can walk through the station food court to a tunnel under the road to the hotel basement and lifts. For a first timer I would recommend walking out of the station's south exit and if you have seen pictures of the hotel exterior you will instantly spot it across the road. The reception desk is on the 7th floor and my experience checking in was not the greatest. I had two reservations for consecutive nights but the receptionist took over 15 minutes to find them! A long queue had developed behind me! The receptionist was very pleasant but spoke very little English. Her colleagues did not help out so I expect their English was also very limited. Eventually my reservations were found when I helped the receptionist type my surname into her computer - I expect she had been mistyping the name. I had a double room at the rear of the building which was well furnished in a modern style but was extremely small. The bed could only be accessed from one side which allowed a narrow corridor to the door. The bathroom was again small but clean and modern. There was a desk (1 foor wide!) with compliementary broadband access via a cable (no wireless) plus a small fridge and tea/coffee facilities. Breakfast at the ground floor restaurant was included. There was a good Western and Japanese buffet however the restaurant was very small compared to the size of the hotel so make sure you arrive well before the cut off time or you will not find a table. The hotel's best attribute is its location. As mentioned it is extremely easy to reach from the main JR station which also has two underground lines making travel to anywhere in Sapporo or Hokkaido easy. I would recommend this hotel and would return again but would make sure I travel with a smaller suitcase to store in the tiny room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Metropolitan Sendai; City: Sendai Miyagi Prefecture Tohoku; Review: Stayed here as it was right next to Sendai Station and offered a gym and we thought a swimming pool. Without reservations we were quoted Y2,500 per night room only for single occupancy by the front desk. A quick search online secured refurbished rooms for Y10,800. When the front desk eventually recognised our online reservations they said that the price was in fact Y12,500,the additional Y1,700 being apparently "taxes". By this stage we couldn't be bothered to argue but found it amazing that the hotel was insisting that its best rate at the front desk was at least twice what was available online! Despite booking non-smoking rooms we found that we had been allocated to a smoking floor (8th floor) and the rooms smelt bad. The front desk claimed that there were no non-smoking rooms available. We found this difficult to believe as the hotel didn't seem at all busy. The rooms were decorated in a modern style and despite being classed as singles they had double beds - pushed up to the wall - and were reasonably sized. There was complimentary broadband and CNN on the television. We found that the hotel had closed the swimming pool and converted the area it used to occupy into Japanese style rooms. We decided to try the gym any how. Yet again we felt taken advantage of when the gym reception informed us that there was an entrance charge for hotel guests of Y1,500! We paid but found the gym very disappointing. There were only a few exercise machines and despite being Startec / Technogym machines they were very old models with instructions only in Japanese. All very welcoming for foreign guests.... The changing rooms also posed a problem for non-Japanese readers as the lockers operate on a PIN code system and the instructions were only in Japanese. Fortunately another guest helped us to work out how to lock them. After dinner at one of the many good value restaurants in the shopping mall beneath the station and next to the hotel we had a drink in "Knights" bar. The bar is small and was full of groups of businessmen who were very loud and most were chain smoking. I noticed the Guinness draught pump on the bar so ordered one. I was surprised to see the bar man pour from a can and then place the glass on the draught pump for a couple of minutes. Perhaps he thought I hadn't seen the can and would think he had left the drink to settle after pouring a draft. Very strange. Yet another rip off happened when I was charged Y1,100 for half a pint. I got very little sleep as the room overlooked the station and the railway company were undertaking noisy work to the track for most of the night. Fortunately work stopped around 5.30am, presumably for the first times, and I finally got some sleep. Luckily we had a light schedule the next day and check-out is not until noon so I got a few hours sleep being leaving. I would; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: ANA InterContinental Tokyo; City: Minato Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: First impressions of the hotel were that it was rather dated. The lobby was very 1980s We had executive rooms on the 34th floor which were pleasantly modern but small. Wireless broadband (cost included) and a choice of English language channels were available. Tried the gym which was very small, especially for such a large hotel. Gym use is complimentary for those in executive room but was, I think, Y1,500 for others. As there were no staff in the gym the charge relied on an honesty book system. Didn't try the pool as it was on a different floor and as its outdoor I gathered it was only open in the summer months. Strangely there was no lift direct from the executive floors to the gym, you have to change lifts half way down the building. Between 5.30pm and 7.30pm drinks and canapes are served in the executive lounge which we enjoyed but was very busy. The lounge could do with more tables and chairs. We went out to Roppongi for dinner but had breakfast in the executive lounge before checking out. The selection wasn't great and there was a queue to get a table even at 10am when breakfast finished at 11am. Again the lounge needs to be expanded. The area around the hotel is quiet. A 15 minute (uphill) walk gets to to lively Roppongi and we would rather have stayed there. There are metro stations nearby so its convenient for sight seeing in other parts of Tokyo. All in all its a comfortable hotel but I think there are better out there for the cost charged.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Tokyo; City: Nishishinjuku Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Got a two night for the price of one deal for the executive floor which was great value at US$350 all in. The hotel is 5 minutes walk from two metro stations and just under 10 minutes walk from the larger Shinjuku station. These stations make it easy to explore Tokyo and there are plenty of shops and restaurants within an easy walk of the hotel if not actual "sights". We tried to check in at 3.30pm and were asked if we were checking out! It seems that check out / check in times are late in the day here as our rooms were not ready. After a 30 minute wait in the executive lounge we got our rooms. The rooms were a good size by European standards but not executive sized by some standards. Wired broadband is fast and no charge. Tried out the gym which is complimentary if you have an executive room but if not, outrageously, at additional cost. The gym is small for the size of the hotel but was fairly quiet, perhaps its Hilton Tokyo's policy to price out guests who might want to use the gym. There was also a small indoor swimming pool and a Japanese bath/sauna. The executive lounge offers a good selection of drinks and canapes between 6pm and 8pm which we enjoyed. The lounge got busy so get there early to find a table. Didn't have dinner in the hotel but tried late night drinks in the ground floor bar. After signing the bill I notice that we had been charged Y1,300 per person cover charge! We queried this given the very mediocre piano/cello players in the corner who hardly justified any cover charge and were told it was a mistake by the barman, as we were in executive rooms there was no cover charge. The whole episode gave a poor impression. Breakfast in the executive lounge was good. Again the lounge was very busy so don't arrive late to get a table without waiting. After our "late" check in we were offered a "late", 2pm, check out. Would stay again in an executive room at the right price but would not stay in a non-executive room unless the hotel recognises that it is completely unjustified to charge guests extra for use of the gym/pool and hotel bar. In my opinion this is absolutely unacceptable and very underhand by the hotel - they should be more open and honest about the extra charges they impose!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Royal Olympic; City: Athens Attica; Review: Booked this hotel due to its location near to the main sights. We weren't disappointed with the location just 5 minutes walk from the Acropolis and near to plenty of cafes and restaurants. The nearest Metro station (Acropolis) is about 3 minutes walk and the tram to the beaches is 3 minutes walk in the other direction. The first room I was offered was spacious and well furnished but had no window! This was quickly changed for a room in the other wing of the hotel which had french doors onto a good sized balcony. This immediately roused my suspicion that the Royal Olympic is not a 5 star hotel for what 5 star hotel would have bedrooms without windows! Anyway the second room was more than adequate. Not particularly modern in design but it was comfortable and quiet. Checked out the rest of the hotel. The swimming pool was disappointing as its set in a courtyard on the ground floor which means it is surrounded by several storeys of the hotel on all sides so gets no sun. Consequently we only saw people using the pool once during our 3 day stay. We didn't manage dinner in the hotel but the rooftop restaurant looked attractive. The bar off the lobby was pleasant but very quiet. Breakfast is in the main dining room on the ground floor and was very busy. On 2 of the 3 mornings the breakfast offering was very Greek with few items we recognised. The 3rd day there was bacon, scrambled egg etc. i was surprised by this as most of the other guests appeared to be from the US or Germany and we never encounted any Greek guests. On 2 afternoons we took the nearby tram to the beaches. The cost is just 1 euro and the journey takes around 20 minutes. We also took the Metro into the centre of Athens (1 stop and again 1 euro) although I think you can walk in around 20 minutes. We visited the Acropolis around 10.30am on day and it was already very busy so I'd recommend arriving there as early as possible to avoid the crowds. We reached the hotel from the airport by Metro. The directions on the hotel website are good and it was an easy journey with just one change. There are escalators in all the stations so it was easy with luggage. The journey to and from the airport took us 50-55 minutes, not 25 minutes as quoted by the hotel. The cost is just 6 euros each way. Make sure you take the right exit from Acropolis Metro station (as stated on the hotel website) and don't be put off by the narrow road you are directed to walk down as it saves quite a distance. It is only about 200m to the hotel but you need to cross one major road where there is a crossing.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Seehof Davos; City: Davos Canton of Graubunden Swiss Alps; Review: Driving up to the hotel we couldn't see anyone to help with our luggage but located a space at the side of the hotel. There is a flight of steps up to the front entrance so we had to carry our heavy luggage up the steps as there was no obvious lift or disabled access route. Check in was handled quickly and efficiently but again we were left to carry all our luggage to upstairs. Having read reviews on this site and having booked a basic room I was expecting a view of the rock face at the back of the hotel. We were surprised to find we had been allocated a fairly compact room in the old wing of the hotel overlooking the church to the side. The hotel is really in the centre of Davos Dorf. Opposite was a Christmas market, next door is the Parsenbahn railway to the main ski area and its a 2 minute walk to Davos Dorf railway station. The hotel provides a guest card which allows free use of the train to Klosters and the resort buses to other ski areas and Davos Platz. The hotel was extremely quiet in the week before Christmas so after a drink at the bar we headed out for dinner both nights. There is another bar and restaurant in the basement but bizarrely they can only be accessed by going outside! Again they were extremely quiet. Breakfast on the first day was a disaster. It runs until 11am so we arrived around 10am to find no tables set, very few staff and a depleted buffet. There was a restaurant manager on duty but she didn't seem to be concerned at all. The second day breakfast was very different and were were served by a very friendly and efficient Hungarian waiter. The buffet was also much fresher and well stocked. You don't really expect such inconsistency when paying what the Seehof charge. Had a look at the hotel gym and spa but both were disappointing and not to a level you would expect from a hotel in the Sheraton group. Overall this would be a good hotel if the rates were around 2/3rds of what is charged. Why it claims to be 4 star and is included in the Sheraton group was lost on us. As a reasonable 3 star hotel, in a convenient location, US$ 200 a night would be a reasonable room rate. Next time we will try one of the other local hotels, not claiming to be attached to an international chain, so hopefully better value.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Bahrain Al Dana Resort; City: Manama; Review: Stayed for 2 nights whilst visiting friends in Bahrain and choose the Novotel on my friends' recommendation. I was rather dubious that the Novotel would be a good place to stay having had mixed experience of the Novotel brand in Europe. The other Novotels I have stayed at were poor 3 star business hotel standard. The Novotel is only 5 or 10 minute taxi ride from the airport half way along the causeway between the island on which the airport is located and the CBD on the main island. Whilst this means that the hotel is a 1km walk from either island with little else around this does mean that the hotel is peaceful, has a small beach and has great views to the skyline of central Bahrain. Check in was very efficient and I was travelling light so decided to make my own way to my room. I received brief directions from the receptionist which suggested that it would be easy to find the room which it certainly was not. The hotel is laid out in almost a figure of 8 with most rooms having balconies overlooking either the pool or the beach. The hotel is attractively constructed in a local Arabic theme which is not at all tacky. The theme does however mean that there are numerous levels and there appear to be flights of stairs leading in all directions. There are signs to the rooms but these aren't very clear especially in the dark. Best to ask the reception staff to guide you to your room. The room was a good size with a seating area leading on to a balcony which overlooked the pool. There was a king sized bed, (unstocked) refridgerator and a large flat screen TV. The only fault was that the only English channel on the TV was CNN. Had a night cap in the hotel's Bellevue bar which certainly lives up to its name and which had a very relaxed vibe. Breakfast the next day was in the restaurant by the pool (indoor and outdoor seating) and there was a good spread available until 11am and again a very relaxed atmostphere. Perhaps not necessarily what you are looking for if in Bahrain for business but certainly welcome during a weekend break after a busy working week. Decided to walk into the city centre which involved a 10 minute walk along the causeway and then a 15 to 20 minute walk through the diplomatic area. Pleasant walk in January but not I expect most of year! It would however be easy enough to hail a taxi on the causeway. Spent the afternoon trying out the reasonably well equipped gym then relaxing on the hotel's private beach. The beach is small but is sheltered which was good in January as there was a cool wind. Had dinner with friends that night in the hotel's Moroccan themed restaurant which was entertaining with a band and belly dancers from 10pm. The tables are arranged on tiers around the circular restaurant so they all have a good view of; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: InterContinental Muscat; City: Muscat Muscat Governorate; Review: Stayed for 2 nights over the Easter weekend. Chose the hotel from Expedia and paid around US$200 per night room only. As I'd read from other reviews the exterior of the hotel is terrible. It is probably one of the least attractive buildings in Muscat and ressembles something between a multi-storey car park and a nuclear power station! Living in Dubai we are used to using valet parking and were surprised on arrival that this is not offered by the Intercontinental Muscat. Finding a parking space in the car park was quite difficult perhaps as it was a holiday weekend then we had to kart our bags up a level to reception then on to our rooms. There was never any suggestion that the concierge would offer any help! Not what I'd expect from a supposed 5 star hotel... The inside of the hotel is fortunately much better than the exterior and check-in was efficient. We had booked standard rooms which were average if very dated. There were no flat screen TVs and the decor was very c.1988 but clean and tidy. The bathrooms clearly dated back to when the hotel opened in the '60s or '70s. They were clean and functioned but extremely old fashioned and small. I stayed at the Semiramis Intercon in Cairo last year which had exactly the same rooms/bathrooms. Wired broadband was complimentary in the room but there was a charge for wifi. After a long drive we tried out the gym which was very well equipped and (mid afternoon) empty. We then really struggled to find loungers in the garden or by the pool. It was a holiday weekend but clearly the hotel offer access to club members and their guests - the pool seemed to be one of the social centres for expat families in Muscat - which meant that there was very little space for hotel guests. The pool area is however very pleasant with two large pools and plenty of grassy areas. We didn't find the (relatively hidden) access to the beach until the next day but didn't feel we'd have wanted to sit on the beach or swim in the sea as neither looked particulary inviting. Had a drink in the "English pub" which, again, was very old fashioned. Fortunately a smoking ban had just been announced in Omani bars because if the bar had been smoky it would have been a very grim place to spend much time. Seemed like there is a band some nights but not the weekend we were staying. I'd read that this pub is one of the better bars to visit in Muscat which, if true, is worrying..... Had dinner the first night in the buffet restaurant and we were unimpressed by the range or quality of the food. Unsurprisingly the restaurant was very quiet. It certainly wasn't good value for what was on offer. The second night we had dinner in the next door Trader Vics which was better, although again very overpriced for what was on off. If we were staying longer then we'd; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Le Meridien Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: Picked this hotel due to excellent TA reviews, convenient location and great offer on Expedia. The hotel is right in the middle of the action in Patpong. The night market is just across the road and there are hundreds of bars and restaurants within a couple of minutes walk. The metro station is about 5-10 minutes walk and the best way to get around Bangkok if you want to avoid gridlocked traffic. Arrived at the hotel at 10am after an overnight flight. We had realised that it might not be possible to check straight in. The receptionist said our rooms were being given their 'final inspection and would be ready in 10 minutes'. We decided to go for a late breakfast in the hotel restaurant whilst our rooms were 'inspected'. Returning to the reception 40 minutes later we were told that the 'final inspection' was almost complete and we would be given our keys in 5 minutes. 20 minutes later we were handed our room keys! Whilst grateful to have been given rooms at 11am rather than the usual check-in of 2pm or 3pm, I just thought it would have been better for the receptionist to have been more honest with us at the start. Perhaps its just down to a cultural difference? Our rooms were at the back of the hotel on the top (24th) floor so very quiet. I don't know but expect there may be noise from the nightmarket and road if in the rooms at the front on lower floors. The rooms were very tastefully decorated and had clearly been recently updated. They were large with spacious bathrooms with separate shower stalls and bath tubs. We tried out the gym and pool. Both were fairly compact but well equipped and well designed. Le Meridien have certainly made the best of the small pool area and it is perfectly acceptable for a city center hotel. If you want a larger pool area for sunbathing then the hotels on the river (Shangri-la, Mandarin, Hilton etc) are a better choice. Where Le Meridien scores above the hotels on the river is its easy acccess to the public transportation system. Its less than 10 minutes walk to the nearest station where you can take a Skytrain or Metro pretty much anywhere in Bangkok. The cost never seemed to be more than $1 and the trains frequent, clean and comfortable. I'd recommend taking the Skytrain to the station on the river (about 3 stops) then taking a fast ferry boat up river. The boats runs about every 10-15 minutes and give great views of the city again for very little money (the locals use them as regular transport). The boats stop off near most of the temples etc you might want to see.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel Residence Spa; City: Manama; Review: Stayed for two nights whilst visiting friends in Bahrain. I knew where to find the hotel from previous trips to Bahrain and drove myself in a rental car from the airport. There is construction work going on in the neighorhood and I had to circle the block three times before deciding to drive up what appeared to be the exit ramp off the main highway and into the hotel. There was no room in the hotel car park and no valet so I ended up parking on some waste ground across the ramp from the hotel. I commented to the check-in staff that the hotel entrance ramp was hard to find and they then told me that I had taken the correct route and it is correct that you have to make a sharp U-turn off the highway and along a ramp that clearly indicates its an exit not an entrance. I suggested that a sign might be helpful. I was left to find my own way to the room which was fine as I was travelling light. The room was comfortable but decorated in a very 1980s style. The TV had a decent enough range of English channel but my biggest complaint would be the exorbitant charge for wifi - around USD 30 per day! I know the hotel would argue that broadband is expensive in Bahrain (as in the rest of the region) but this place does claim to be 5* and charges 5* prices for rooms. Wifi access should be free. I didn't have any issues with the wifi speed unless others posting on here. I checked out the Irish pub on the ground floor of the hotel which had a good atmosphere and decent band. Used the gym both days and it was well equipped. There are separate gyms for men and women. The outdoor pool looked good but it was too cold in January to use. I understand that the women's gym has an indoor pool attached. On Fridays the hotel hosts a brunch which bizzarely takes place in the main hotel lobby. This means that the lobby is cordoned off and the reception desk is moved to the rear of the hotel. Guests have to enter and exit the hotel using the rear entrance. I don't see why the hotel can't use the dining rooms or a function suite for the brunch as that would be less disruptive to hotel guests. I tried to take my friends to the top floor cocktail bar on the Friday night but found it was closed indefinitely. This leaves the Irish pub as the only bar and it was packed with a post-brunch crowd on Friday night (as I remember it was last time I visited the hotel). Overall I would say the Diplomat is an OK place for a couple of nights. The Novotel is close by and is more atmostpheric plus has its own beach. The Ritz Carlton is a far better, but much more costly, option.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Andamanee Boutique Resort; City: Ao Nang Krabi Town Krabi Province; Review: Ao Nang review The first thing to note is that this hotel is not in Ao Nang but in a small village 10-15 minutes drive out of town. It is very difficult to find, down a series of narrow lanes off the main road. Make sure you have the phone number for your cab driver to call for directions. Once there make sure you carry the hotel's card when out so your driver will find the way back. Stayed for one night at the start of the low season and was clearly the only guest staying. The receptionist was welcoming and helpful. The room was rustic but comfortable. Unfortunately there was a problem with the water heater in the hotel so only cold showers were available. The weather was cold so that wasn't great! There really is nothing within walking distance of the hotel and with no other guests staying I didn't fancy eating in the hotel. A shuttle service is laid on a few times a day to get into Ao Nang which was also driven by the receptionist who seemed to do everything. The last shuttle is at 6pm so you have to catch a tuk tuk back after dinner which costs TB 100 (make sure you have the hotel's card for directions as it's very dark on the way back). Skipped breakfast the next day but the hotel dropped me back in town to continue my travels. The Amandanee is fine if you are looking for a very quiet place, away from all life or if you have your own transport. Otherwise you would be better staying somewhere more central with amenities and beaches to walk to.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Le Soleil de Boracay; City: Boracay Malay Aklan Province Panay Island Visayas; Review: Booked this hotel despite misgivings from reading mixed reviews on Trip Advisor as it was the best I could find during a busy period. Paid around USD 150/night for a "deluxe" room. Don't bring much luggage if you stay here because the taxis from the jetty can only get within 5 minutes walk of Le Soleil. You have to carry your own bags along the beach path which is the case with a lot of White Beach hotels. Service for check-in at the reception desk was shocking. The receptionist claimed to have no record of my reservation which I'd made on Expedia 2 days earlier. She kept insisting on a 'voucher' from Expedia and wouldn't except the email confirmation I repeatedly offered to email to her! This seemed a constant theme with Filipino hotels and Expedia bookings: the hotels have an obsession unlike anywhere else I've travelled with printed, not emailed confirmations... Eventually, after around 30 minutes, the receptionist found my reservation but told me they had sold out of the 'deluxe' room type I'd booked. I was made to feel that this was my fault, not theirs! She reluctantly agreed to transfer me into a "super-deluxe" room. Several more minutes of confusion followed and she then told me that the previous guest had only just checked out of the room I'd been allocated but the room would be available in an hour once it had been cleaned. I though this was fair enough I'd arrived at 11.30am after an early start and check-in wasn't officially 'til 2pm. I returned an hour later as instructed and was told to take a seat. One and a half hours later, 3 hours after arriving at the hotel, I was finally shown to my room. If the room I had been allocated was "super-deluxe" then I very strongly advise against staying in a standard or a "deluxe" room!! It was right at the back of the building, facing a wall, very dark with no balcony. The shower room was tiny. No internet connection of any type. No comfy chair. A connecting door to the next room which didn't fit properly - you could see clearly if next door had a light on and I could hear every word of the conversations the American couple next door unless I kept the TV turned up loud... The hotel's best feature is without doubt its very central location right in the heart of everything you could want in White Beach. It has its own sun loungers on the beach but you have to bring the beach towels which are supplied in the bedrooms (and then take them back and try to dry them for the next day whilst not leave sand all over your room). You can order drinks on the beach but they do not serve food during the day which seemed strange as they serve food there at night. Breakfast was OK but very busy and the menu was definitely Filipino, not international, despite a very mixed range of guests. There is free wifi in the; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cristal Hotel Abu Dhabi; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Needed somewhere to stay in central Abu Dhabi for one night and got a good deal on the Cristal through Expedia of $80 including breakfast. The hotel is not easy to find and the map on Trip Advisor is way off. It shows the hotel as being at least 1 km from where it actually is. Lucky I had the hotel number and the receptionist gave me good directions. Best way to find it is by heading to the Hamed Centre (look for the Caravan/Ponderosa restaurant) on Electra (Zayed the 1st Street), the Cristal is just around the back of the Hamed Centre and next to Madinat Zayed Mall. Check-in was quick and efficient and my room was very clean, modern, stylish and a good size. Ordered room service for lunch and that was good value and arrived within 15 minutes. Rare for the UAE, the Cristal offers free internet access. In the rooms its wired access and in the common areas its wifi. The room had a large, flat screen TV, good desk to work, a table and two chairs and a king sized bed. My only critism of the room would be that the curtains did not draw completely together so let in light through the 2" gap. Outside the furnace like heat of the UAE summer (June - September) most of central Abu Dhabi is within an easy 10-15 minute walk from the Cristal or if you prefer there are loads of cheap taxis in the area around the hotel. Checked out the pool and gym on the top floor of the hotel. The gym is well equipped but the pool is small and strangely its indoor, so there's nowhere to sit outside/sunbathe. As others have mentioned the hotel isn't licensed so there is no bar or alcohol in the rooms. This isn't really an issue are there are loads of other licensed hotels in the area. The bell boy told me that Cristal will soon be opening another hotel on nearby Salaam Street which will be licensed. Breakfast is served in the 17th floor restaurant which seems to span the whole floor with some great views. There was an enormous buffet spread and an eggs/omelette station. Very impressive. Check-out was also dealt with very quickly and efficiently whilst the bell boy collected my car and loaded my bags. All in this is an excellent hotel in cental Abu Dhabi and I got a great value deal. I'm fortunate to travel around the Middle East and Asia a lot in my job and spend a lot of time at well known 5* chain hotels. The Cristal outperforms a good percentage of these places in both the facilities it offers and the efficient helpfulness of its staff. I wouldn't hesitate to stay again and will be recommending the Cristal to friends staying in Abu Dhabi.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Landmark Bangkok; City: Bangkok; Review: Landmark review Booked a lifestyle room as for a small additional cost it allowed a 6pm check out which suited my travel plans the next day. Checking in I was told no lifestyle rooms were available so I would be upgraded to a club room. That was great but I then had to negotiate a late check out on the club room which took time. The room was comfortable but not overly large. It only had a shower, no bath tub, and had no sofa or easy chair despite there being enough space for one. Not really what you expect from a $200 club room. The hotel is very conveniently located for local amenities around Sukhumvit Road and the skytrain station for travel around Bangkok. It's possible to get to the airport using a combination of the skytrain, metro and airport train but only recommended if you're travelling light as it involves some walking. Tried out the hotel pool but the weather was very cold and the water unheated. Looked a nice spot in warmer weather. Early evening drinks in the club lounge were popular and there was a reasonable selection of snacks. Had a drink in the hotel pub, the Huntsman, which is located in the basement. It was a busy place and offered free wifi and a nightly band. Breakfast in the club lounge offered a good choice and service was good. Would definitely stay again. Although the club room had faults, the overall service and convenient location made up for these.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Corniche Hotel Abu Dhabi; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Stopped for 2 nights whilst on business in Abu Dhabi. The Millenium is conveniently located within walking distance to all the main business areas in Abu Dhabi and is only one block back from the Corniche so just a 10 minute walk. I was given a room at the back of the hotel on a high floor which had an amazing view out over Corniche, Lulu Island and the Gulf. The view at sunset was particularly spectacular. The room was comfortable and fairly modern. There was a king sized bed, decent flat screen TV, work desk, a sofa and an easy chair. The bathroom was clean and modern but had no separate shower which is common in AD, even in 5* hotels. Tried out the small but reasonably well equipped gym and the pool. The pool is disappointing as its small at the front of the hotel overlooking the road. Would be better if it had been at the back of the hotel looking out to sea. Being at the front the pool only gets sun in the mornings. Didn't eat or drink in the hotel but the bar, Cristal, looked very smart and there were good value buffet options for dinner in the main restaurant. I have 3 gripes with the Millenium, 2 of which they could easily fix. There is valet parking with a sign saying this is chargeable. I presumed that it was only chargeable if you are not a resident and if you don't spend more than say AED 100 in the hotel. I was wrong and they charge everyone AED 10 per day for parking. Unbelieveably mean that a 5* hotel looks to charge less than USD 3 to park! Firstly it should be free and secondly how penny pinching is charging that amount. Its what I'd tip the valet in any event. Secondly there is no free internet access in the hotel except in Cristal bar between certain hours. Why does a 5* hotel think it can get away with charging exorbitant rates for internet access? Even the lowly 3* Novotel on the next block offers free wired internet in all rooms. Catch up with the 21st century Millenium! Third gripe isn't something they can easily fix. Right behind the hotel is a small mosque from which loud wailing starts at 4am every day. It woke me up both mornings and I struggled to get back to sleep. Consequently I felt tired for my whole stay. If you want a quiet room then ask for one at the front of the hotel. You 'll be overlooking the road, not the amazing sea view, but will probably get a better nights sleep! Finally, check-out was dire. I waited for 10 minutes but if I stayed longer I would have been late for a meeting. Fortunately my room was pre-paid and I'd not run up a tab in the hotel, so just left my room card and walked out.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Steigenberger Hotel Metropolitan; City: Frankfurt Hesse; Review: Stopped one night during a layover in Frankfurt. Chose the Steigenburger as it is close to the main railway station so very easy to reach from the airport. When you exit the station, don't cross the street but turn right and follow the outside of the station. The Steigenburger is on a side street. There's a large blue sign for "Metropolitan Hotel" (some of the letters were not lit up). 2 minute walk if you know where you're going. Check-in was quick and efficient. There are quite a few steps from the street to the lobby and then from the elevators to our room on the 1st floor. Not great if you have a lot of bags but I suppose that's the price for it being a historic building. The room was modern and fine. No coffee facilities but a small fridge. The bathroom only had a shower, no tub. The hotel's bar and restaurant were very quiet so we went in search of somewhere nearby to eat/drink. Had been warned the the surrounding area is a red light district but the streets immediately around the hotel and station seemed fine. There is a wide range of quick and cheap places to eat in the station concourse, including some sit in restaurants, including all the usual chain places. We found a friendly Irish pub, O'Reilys, just opposite the main entrance to the station. Breakfast was included in our room rate but we were pressed for time so had to skip it. It looked like a fairly basic buffet of cold cuts, cheese and breads. Nothing very exciting. Plenty of places to grab coffee in the station concourse. If we'd had more time we would have taken the tram from outside the station into the city. Would stay again if just looking for somewhere for a night but if stopping longer it would be better to make the effort to get to somewhere in the city itself.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge; City: Budapest Central Hungary; Review: Stayed for 4 nights in early November 2011. Arrived just after 9am following an overnight flight and was pleased to get a room straight away. Had opted for the cheaper, non Danube facing option but as I have an Accor A-Club gold card, I had hoped for a free upgrade which is normally offered without me asking. No such luck at the Sofitel Budapest which was disappointing. Nonetheless then room was fine with a view out over a quiet side street. My one complaint was the lack of power points and the lack of the hotel to keep adaptor plugs (UK ones). We had to unplug lamps to charge laptops/phones and the sockets were hard to find, hidden behind furniture. There was no chance of charging a phone anywhere near the bed and using the iron was virtually impossible due to the socket locations and length of the iron's cord. The shaver socket in the bathroom did not work. We also found that the shower over the bath tub didn't work and reported this within 2 hours of checking-in. We were assured it would be fixed but it remained out of action for the length of our 4 day stay. Guess I could have chased up on this but frankly I couldn't be bothered and don't expect to have to chase on this sort of thing. Definitely not 5* service. Had dinner one night in the Paris Budapest restaurant which was very pleasant. Quite pricey for Budapest but the food and Hungarian wine were very good. The maitre d' was very friendly and helpful and the service from the other restaurant staff was great. The bar staff were not so good and we have to wait a long time for service. Had a look in the adjoining casino which offers free access to hotel guests. We stayed less than 5 minutes. Very unimpressed. A few roulette tables and some machines. The worst thing about the hotel is the hideous exterior. Along with the next door Intercon and nearby Marriott the Sofitel really is a serious blot of the landscape. Budapest would look much better from castle hill if the 3 hotels were demolished! The best thing about this place is the location. Right on the bank of the Danube in central Pest. We walked nearly everywhere within 30 minutes of the hotel. On the last day we found that there was an underground station 5 minutes walk away but really its not necessary to use public transport if the weather is OK.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rose Rayhaan by Rotana; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stopped for a couple of nights during a weekend trip to Dubai. Knew the Rose Rotana as I used to live just down the road (I now live in Abu Dhabi) until earlier this year but I had never been inside. Got a good deal from lastminute.com so chose to stay. First impressions were far from good. I had to go and search for a valet to park my car. As my car still has Dubai plates maybe they assumed I couldn't possibly be checking in? In the lobby there appeared to be utter chaos with a large crowd gathered around the desk trying to check-in/out and not enough staff on duty. It was 2.30pm when I managed to speak to a member of staff and I was told I'd have to wait til 3.30pm for a room. There was no where to sit in the lobby (as it is far too small for the size of the hotel) so I decamped to the nearby Starbucks. I finally got my room key and decided not to wait for my bags to be delivered - given the still ongoing chaos I expect that could have taken hours. I went to my room on the 28th floor and the key would not work. Back to reception to find out that the receptionist had in fact allocated me a room on the 22nd floor. The room was a massive improvement on what I had been expecting from the initial chaos/poor service. It was a good size on the corner of the building, overlooking Sheikh Zayed Rd (SZR) with views over Jumeira to the Gulf/the World Islands. There were in fact windows on 2 sides and even a window in the bathroom. The kitchen area had a useful large fridge/freezer and a microwave but I noticed there are absolutely no utensils - not even a plate or a fork which made them pretty useful unless just using the fridge to store drinks. Tried the pool which is out at the back of the hotel on the 4th floor, actually on top of the car park (better than it sounds!) The only hitch was that the pool looses all sun around 4pm and even before that the sun is interrupted by the surrounding high rises. Noticed that there is also a good sized and well equipped gym. Didn't eat in the hotel but the room service menu was extensive and well priced. There's apparantly a restaurant on the 1st floor (which is dry) and a coffee shop in the lobby. There are however much better options if you just step out of the front door. In the side street there is a small grocery store, on the next block is Starbucks and Pain Quotidienne and in the other direction a decent Lebonese place. The hotel is also 2 minutes walk from the Financial Centre Metro station so my crossing over the Metro bridge you have a whole range of options within 5-10 minutes walk on the other side of SZR. I recommend the bars/restaurants in the Towers; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Towers Rotana; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: When I used to live in Dubai I regularly enjoyed the restaurants (Teatro and Flavours on Two) and the bar (Longs) so decided to stay when back in Dubai for a night. Past experience of the hotel led me to expect that the accommodation would be just as good as the F&B outlets but I was disappointed. Check-in was quick and efficient but as soon as I got out of the lift onto the 8th floor the corridor stank of smoke, despite the presence of no-smoking signs. Fortunately the room did not smell as bad but it was very small and the bathroom even smaller. The room faced Sheikh Zayed Road which was very noisy. If I'd been staying for more than 1 night I would have asked to change rooms. Internet is a complete rip-off at AED 95 for 24 hours. When will UAE hotels realise that they need to include free wi-fi in their room rates as hotels in most other parts of the world do. The connection was extremely slow and frankly a complete con. The location of the Towers Rotana is great for getting around Dubai. There are always plenty of taxis outside and its a 2 minute walk to the Financial Centre metro station. This is not somewhere you'd stay if you want to spend time at the beach/lounging in the sun though. Its more of a business hotel or somewhere for a short stopover. There is a gym and pool which are fine but strangely you have to cross the hotel car park to reach them. The pool is on the roof of the multi-storey car park. There is a bridge from the hotel to the pool but for some reason this has been closed. Personally I far prefer the Jumeira Rotana 2 or 3kms away or the Rose Rotana just across the road from the Towers Rotana. I stayed at both in Nov and Dec 2011, rated them much higher than the Towers Rotana and their rates are similar or lower.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Canvas Dubai Hotel; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed for just one night in August 2012 whilst visiting and picked the Melia due to good reviews on here and decent rates offered over the Eid holiday. I used to live in Dubai but this was my first visit to the Melia. First thing to say is that watch out in you book through Expedia and try to use their google map to navigate to the Melia. It will send you to the other side of Dubai! I have lodged a complaint but who knows how long Expedia will take to update their map. The Melia isn't too difficult to find if you know its directly behind the Sea View Hotel (which is opposite the Dubai Customs building near to Port Rashid. Taxi drivers will know the Sea View. Arriving at the Melia the access is very strange. Not many signs and you have to drive down a narrow ramp towards the basement parking. There is then a very sharp turn in the parking and you are suddenly in the drop off area where a valet will take your car or help you from a taxi. You then take the elevators to the hotel lobby upstairs. The lobby is a fairly impressive atrium with plenty of seating and restaurants/bars off in seemingly all directions. Check-in was efficient. I was upgraded to a room on the top (7th) floor but told I wouldn't have any of the perks of being on that floor. I wasn't told but I think this meant lounge access although when I stuck my head in the lounge it was empty and pretty unappealing as a place to spend time. The room set the quirky tone for the whole hotel. Good sized and well decorated it had the TV disguised as a mirror mentioned by others and a bathroom, or more accurately bathrooms as it comprised 4 separate areas and included wardrobes, huge bath tub and huge shower. I wasn't overly impressed by the level of cleaning with dirt on the bathroom floor and the bath tub appeared dirty too. Free (fairly fast) wifi was a welcome bonus however. Used the roof top pool which was very pleasant with amazing views over the Dubai skyline towards Burj Khalifa. Not sure if its open at night but a bar up there would be an excellent place to chill and enjoy the lights of the towers on Sheikh Zayed Road in the distance. Didn't have chance to try the restaurants as I had other plans. The ground floor layout of the Melia is very strange. I couldn't find a ground floor exit and ended up walking down a corridor that took me into the next door Sea View hotel. Anyway I found my way out from there. Some signs wouldn't go a miss.... The location is another strange factor with the Melia. Its not really in a part of Dubai you would expect a hotel of this type. The immediate area isn't the most picturesque but even in summer it was possible to walk in the evening into the centre; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crowne Plaza Muscat; City: Muscat Muscat Governorate; Review: Stayed for a long weekend after driving from home in the UAE. The hotel is easy to find right on the cliff top at Qurm, overlooking the beaches. An excellent location that makes the Crowne Plaza stand apart from a lot of its competitors. There is no valet parking (strange after the UAE) but a large car park and people to help with bags when you get near the lobby. Check-in was quick and efficient even though we had arrived a couple of hours before the official check-in time they gave us a room straight away. We were upgraded to a sea view room on the 3rd floor. The room was well furnished if a little small and a little dated but the amazing view easily made up for those shortcomings. We headed straight to the pool area to relax after a long drive. The pool isn't huge but there is loads of space/sunloungers around the pool and on the lawns from which to enjoy the view over the cliff and over the bay. There are steps down to a private beach in a small cove but we didn't try that as the tide was only in for swimming in the mornings. In the afternoons the tide took the sea far out with a lot of sand bars so no scope for swimming later in the day. The first night after a drink in the hotel bar enjoying the terrace with the same views we dined in Shiraz, in Iranian restaurant. Living in the UAE we are used to eating Iranian food regularly and this was some of the best we've ever tried. Not cheap but highly recommended. You can eat on the terrace in the cool winter weather (in summer it will be too hot) and enjoy the evening breeze and the city's lights. The second night we tried the international buffet restaurant on the lower floor. The food was good but it was nothing on Shiraz. They were very generous with the portions of steak and lamb, cooked freshly on the BBQ. We ate fairly late and the large restaurant and terrace were quiet by then which meant the atmostphere wasn't as good. Wished we'd tried the Italian upstairs next to Shiraz which I expect would have been move lively. Anyway will try that next time. Have stayed at a couple of other similar hotels in Muscat, including most recent the Intercon, and the Crowne Plaza stands out as by far the best. Will definitely plan another visit during this winter.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Seehof Davos; City: Davos Canton of Graubunden Swiss Alps; Review: I stayed at the Seehof a few years ago when it was still a member of the Sheraton chain and was unsure if standards would have slipped since it has gone alone and is no longer a Sheraton. Thankfully the Seehof is still just as good. Check-in staff where helpful and efficient. It's a shame that there are steps up to the lobby and no ramp/bell hop to help with heavy bags would be my only complaint. I was travelling alone and had booked a single room. Fortunately I was ungraded to a small double although this was at the rear of the hotel so had no view. Still it was a reasonable sized and comfortable room. Unfortunately on the day I arrived there was a problem with the underfloor heating which was stuck on full heat. The room must have been over 30c so I spend the first night with the windows wide open to try to reduce the heat. By the second day the temperature was getting back to normal. Breakfast was good and apparently served until 11am in winter. It's a pity the staff started to clear it away at 10.45am though. The Seehof's location is one of its best assets. It's 2 minutes walk from the main funicular to the ski slopes, 5 minutes walk to Davos Platz railway station and the town bus (free with the guest card supplied at check-in) stops right outside the front door every few minutes. Planned to dine in the main hotel restaurant on the first night but arrived to find nobody else in the restaurant at 8pm on a Friday night just before Christmas. I took that as a sign that the restaurant is not popular so chose to eat somewhere busier nearby. At check-out I was told I had to pay a "city tax" of something like CHF 10 total for 3 nights stay which seemed bizarre. Surely the Seehof could build this tax into the rates it offers so I could have pre-paid this when booking (and paying in advance) with Expedia! Overall the Seehof is still a good hotel and I would definitely consider staying again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Arabian Courtyard Hotel Spa; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: One of the older hotels in Dubai but overall it is well looked after with some decent dining options and good value for money. I was very familiar with the hotel restaurants and bar having lived nearby for some years before moving away from Dubai but this was my first stay. Check-in was quick and efficient and the room on the top floor was well furnished, clean and quiet (being at the back of the hotel probably helped avoid road noise). Decided to try the hotel pool but was very disappointed. Very old, small and didn't look very clean so gave that a miss. To be honest the hotel would be better retiring the pool as it really was the worst feature of the hotel in my opinion. If they really want to keep it then some money urgently needs spending. The location of the hotel opposite Dubai Museum and within very easy walking distance of the souks and the Creek really is one of its best features. An early evening stroll down to the Creek was very pleasant and atmostpheric. Something not on offer at most of the swankier hotels in newer parts of Dubai.... Had a pre-dinner drink in the hotel bar, aka the Sherlock Holmes pub. Not as tasteless as it sounds. Had dinner in the Indian restaurant. The food is fairly unremarkable by the live entertainment is something different. Was impressed that the hotel offers free wifi throughout and that this is not limited to one device per room. Very unusually and welcome for a UAE hotel. I hope others follow suit. Allow plenty of time for the valet to retrieve your car as it will undoubtably be parked a long way from the hotel. I waited about 20 minutes and only then saw that the valet ticket says that it is quicker to let the hotel drive you to where your car is parked. Might do that next time or otherwise call ahead.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jumeirah at Etihad Towers; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: We live very nearby so regularly eat and drink in the bars and restaurants at Etihad Towers. I also have a lot of experience of Jumeirah hotels in Dubai having stayed at 2 for extended periods when working there. We decided to test out a weekend stay in a club room at Etihad Towers and were quite blown away by it. Check-in was in the club lounge on the 45th floor with amazing views in all directions. We were quickly shown to our room on an even higher floor. The room was smaller than I had expected but had amazing views and a bathroom, of almost the same size, also with stunning views. We went to check out the pool and beach areas even though the weather was unusually dull. Friday afternoons mean that the hotel has a brunch which spills out onto the terrace above the main pool. This isn't a problem however as there are 2 smaller pools, plus the beach, so plenty of space to move away from those eating brunch. The pool staff were all very helpful laying out towels and bringing complimentary water and ice lollies. There is complimentary and (by UAE standards) fast wifi throughout the hotel and even on the beach! We enjoyed drinks and snacks in the club lounge before dinner whilst taking in the views by night. Service by the lounge staff was faultless. After dinner in the Lebanese restaurant we enjoyed drinks in Ray's bar on the 62nd floor. A very pleasant evening. Next morning we enjoyed the breakfast options in the lounge and again great service and then before check-out a light lunch again in the lounge. We honestly had no criticisms and will definitely look foward to returning for a stay at Etihad Towers again very soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fairmont Bab Al Bahr; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: We live in Abu Dhabi and have visited the Fairmont's bars and restaurants many times. We especially like Cedar Lounge and Jamies. For a weekend "away" we booked into a club room to try the rest of the Fairmont's facilities. Check-in on the club floor was quick and smooth. The room was very well proportioned and finished with a view out over the beach to the Grand Mosque (a view I think all the rooms share). We decided to test out the pool/beach area immediately after unpacking. This was our first disappointment. As it was a Friday afternoon (first day of the AD weekend) the Fairmont offers brunch to guests and the public. As part of this brunch deal the public get inclusive access to use the beach and pool areas. These areas are very small considering the size of the hotel. After 10 minutes we gave up any hope of finding sun loungers (having receive absolutely no help from the beach/pool staff) and returned to the room. It's a shame that the Fairmont (a) do not make the most of their beach and provide more sunloungers (b) expand the pool area which is clearly far too small for the number of rooms and (c) probably most crucially - do not offer brunch guest beach/pool access when there is not enough space to accommodate hotel guests. We enjoyed compliementary drinks/snacks in the club lounge before dinner at Frankies. The next morning breakfast in the club lounge was good and a better choice of hot items than we had expected. As we had got up early we managed to bag 2 sunloungers by the pool by getting there at 9.30am. By 10am all the sunloungers by the pool and those on the beach with parasols had been claimed by hotel guests. Clearly you cannot lie in if you want a sunlounger. It was very apparent that a lot of hotel guests were claiming loungers with towels, books etc and then heading off to the nearby main restaurant for a leisurely breakfast. This is something the staff took no interest in policing. We will eat and drink again at the Fairmont because it does have some decent F&B outlets but we won't bothering staying there again until they sort out their issues with the beach and pool.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara; City: Hamim Liwa Oasis Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: We had heard a lot about the Qasr Al Sarab having lived in the UAE for a few years so were keen to check it out at last. The drive from AD is a fairly dull 1.5-2 hour drive until the last few miles. The approach along the hotel drive for the last 15 minutes is an amazing introduction to the landscape. The hotel really does live up to the photos on its website. The architecture is amazing and feels surprisingly authentic despite being only a few years old. The hotel does its best to fit into the landscape. We were offered seats in the lobby and brought cold drinks and towels whilst check-in was handled very efficiently. We were then driven in a golf buggy to our room (not strictly necessary as it was only a 3-4 minute walk) and our bags followed on another buggy, We had a "basic" garden room with was well furnished and had a verandah with views over the pool and out to the desert. The bathroom was massive with a huge tub. There was fast and free wifi in the room. We had a quick lunch at the pool side bar which wasn't the best experience. The salad arrived within 5 minutes of ordering and was very limp so no doubt pre-prepared. The cold beer was welcome in the 40c heat though! After letting the afternoon heat subside a bit we spent an hour by the pool. Despite all we had read on her we were very disappointed by the service at the pool. We waited ages for the staff to fetch towels but ended up finding the towels ourselves. We were never offered any cold towels or drinks etc by the staff. Perhaps this was because the pool area was busy but frankly that is not acceptable for a hotel that holds itself out as one of the best in AD. Sunset from the verandah of our room was amazing and we enjoyed cold beers from the minibar whilst watching the sun set over the huge dune. We had both dinner and breakfast in the main restaurant which was so-so. We've certainly had better for FAR less money. We had to forgive this however due to the amazing location and views. What Qasr Al Sarab achieves in such a remote and hostile environment is very impressive. I look forward to returning before too long.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Queens Leeds; City: Leeds West Yorkshire England; Review: I used to work very near to the Queens a few years ago when I lived in Leeds and attended a lot of functions there in those days. Everyone used to know that the Queens was once "the hotel" in Leeds but that its heyday had passed many years ago. It was really very run down for a long time. After reading reviews on here I decided to try it out again, choosing the Queens above Malmaison which I knew to be good and the same price. My gamble paid off and I had a very enjoyable 2 night stay at the Queens and highly recommend it. First impressions weren't great when I called the night before arrival to ask about parking arrangements. I was told the only option was to use valet parking at GBP16 per day. I asked if there was self parking nearby and was told that I would have to research that myself! Not very helpful at all. Anyway I used valet parking on arrival - not too easy as the layby outside the hotel was packed and there was no sign of the valet guy. I had to double park and head into the hotel to find him. After that check-in was smooth and the room was great with period Art deco atmostphere and a great view across City Square. I found the location super convenient for central Leeds. The railway station is right next door with shops/banks/cafes and a taxi rank. Just cross the road and you are right into the shopping area in one direction and the business centre of Leeds in the other. A perfect location. Didn't eat in the hotel as there were so many options nearby. Will definitely aim to stop at the Queens again next time I'm in Leeds. If arriving by train it is an even better location as it is connected to the station. Parking costs are the only issue but even factoring GBP 16 per night it was a good deal. The hotel advertise that booking direct with them is guaranteed cheaper than going through a booking website (I had used expedia) so I will give that a go next time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dormy Inn Kagoshima; City: Kagoshima Kagoshima Prefecture Kyushu; Review: Booked 2 nights here after reading TA reviews. As is usually the case for hotels like the Dormy the reviews were spot on. This is an excellent little hotel at bargain prices for what you get. It's an easy 10-15 minute walk from the JR shinkansen station. Take the main exit with the bus station and trams in front. Follow the tram lines to the left. Pass Toyota and VW on your left. When they branch right and carry straight on you need to walk straight on and the Dormy is half a block further on the left next to a book store. Check in is on the 2nd floor. No communication troubles. I'd booked a double for more space and got upgraded to a big double with a sofa. Still small by international standards but very pleasant. The bath room/shower area is very small but I never used the shower preferring the onsen. Criticisms would be lack of English TV channels (despite English TV instructions!) and lack of a safety deposit box. The roof top onsen is excellent and spotlessly clean. There were only ever 2 or 3 others there when I visited. NB take a towel + face cloth from the room as they aren't provided upstairs. Make sure you take off your shoes after swiping your room card and leave your towel /clothes in a basket. There are also safety deposit lockers for room key /valuables. Didn't eat in the hotel as there are loads of options within 5 minutes walk plus a Lawson and 24/7 downstairs. Free wifi throughout make the Dormy an absolute steal. I'm upset their Fukushima branch was booked out or that would have been my next stop.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ANA Crowne Plaza Osaka; City: Kita Osaka Osaka Prefecture Kinki; Review: Stayed for just one night. Choice the hotel due to its central location and swimming pool/gym. I arrived at Osaka station at the start of a typhoon which wasn't ideal.. I had a lot of difficulty finding a taxi in the wind and rain. I rang the hotel and asked for advice eg could I take the subway. They said I needed to get a taxi. Eventually after an hour waiting I got a taxi only to find the hotel is only abut half a mile for the JR Osaka station and the hotel have a shuttle bus! I put it down to language difficulties but had expected bilingual staff answering phones at a Crowne Plaza. I've travelled a lot in Japan so knew the single room I'd booked wouldn't be huge. I was however surprised to find the room to be about the smallest I have ever experienced in Japan. Much, much smaller than a room at stay Toyoko Inn get over 3 times the price. Yes I got access to the gym thrown in. The pool (very old and in need of an overhaul) was an extra Y1,500. Frankly that is completely out of order when they charge a room rate at a level the Crowne Plaza charge. The restaurants were very quiet (perhaps typhoon related but that also created a captive market with guests) and very over priced. I wasn't hungry so bought some snacks at the handy 7/11 right next door - probably the best feature of the Crowne Plaza!!! Didn't bother with breakfast. The typhoon was over so I had a nice 10-15 minute walk though the back streets to JR Osaka station. Looked to be loads of little bars/ restaurants /cafes in the narrow back streets so shame I was stuck inside for the typhoon. Next time I will pay 10-15% more for a reasonably sized room at my normal choice in Osaka, the nearby Hilton across the road from Osaka station.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Fairmont Dubai; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Only stayed for 1 night on a short trip to Dubai but I worked in an office next door to the Fairmont for 3 years when I lived in Dubai so I know the hotel and its facilities well. This was the first time I had stayed over. Lastminute.com had screwed up my reservation so check-in took longer than expected but the check-in staff were really helpful and let me have a room whilst they chased up lastminute.com. The room was on a high floor with views out over the DIFC skyline. Not the most modern decoration (expected as this is one of the older hotels in this part of Dubai (maybe 10 years old)) but very comfortable. There is free wifi in the rooms, as there should be but this is sadly not always the case with 5* hotels in the UAE... I didn't have time to try any of the bars or restaurants this time but from experience they are all very good. Valet parking is very efficient, taxis are easily available outside and the metro station is 1 minute's walk from the front entrance. Being 10 minutes taxi ride from the airport, 5 minutes by taxi to DIFC and 3-4 minutes walk through the metro station to the exhibition centre the Fairmont is an ideal choice if on business in Dubai or if on a short stop over and more interested in seeing the sights than lazing on a beach. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Le Meridien Dubai Hotel Conference Centre; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed for one night when in Dubai for business. I used to live in Dubai and still live nearby so knew the Meridien was one of the older hotels in Dubai but thought it would be fine for one night especially as a got a good last minute rate. Didn't bother with the valet parking as there were plenty of free spaces outside. Didn't see any sign of covered parking which would a pain in summer. Check-in was very efficient and I was show to a room on the ground floor at the back of the hotel. It was badged a club room but I had only paid for a standard room and there was no mention of using the club lounge, not that I would have had the opportunity. The room was decorated in a very 1970s style but was comfortable and had a pleasant view out to a garden/courtyard with a pool. Most of the rooms seem to be positioned like this around various different pools. Just had time for a dip in the pool and it would have been a good place to spend some time. Very peaceful despite the central/airport location of the hotel. It was easy to get a taxi from the front entrance although the bell boys were too busy with arriving guests to call the taxis over. Some tourists were standing around not knowing what to do and the drivers were waiting for the bell boys to call them over. I had to take over and get everyone moving in cabs.... The next morning I ordered room service breakfast and it was delivered prompty and was good. Working out how to use the cheap copy Nespresso machine provided in the room was hard work though. It was a shame free wifi is not offered in a hotel that clearly wants to attract business travellers. A good location for a short stay if you want to be very central/near the airport yet in a quiet location. Whilst very dated (by UAE standards - it would be average in the US or Europe) the hotel is comfortable and the staff were all very helpful and friendly. It stay again but wouldn't pay more than about USD 150/nt as there are better places nearby.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Astoria; City: Livigno Province of Sondrio Lombardy; Review: I'd hoped the Astoria would be more centrally located. It's a good 30-40 minutes to the centre of things although through a built up area and there's a regular bus. Parking in the centre is difficult. It's fairly easy to park opposite the Astoria. The lobby area is dark and a bit off putting. The staff however (all family I gathered) are very warm and welcoming. The room was quite simply furnished but had a seating area and good sized shower room. Turn left out of the front door and 5 minutes later there's Marcos pub (only place with any life in this end of Livigno) and a supermarket next door. 5 minutes the other way and, after a very steep climb, you are at one of the best lifts. It's possible to ski back to the Astoria. Dinner is a steal if only staying for a couple of nights. Staying longer I'd want flexibility to eat in town (excellent value). Sadly the Astoria only sell wine by the bottle which seems a very dated attitude. Breakfast was fine. No hot food but good Italian breakfast staples. A week here would be too long for me but for 2-3 days it is ideal.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Post; City: St Anton am Arlberg Tirol Austrian Alps; Review: Only stayed for 1 night whilst travelling through. Chose Hotel Post from comments here and because it is really central. Not that easy to find by car as it's around a pedestrian area. Call ahead for directions to the car park. Check in staff extremely helpful, enthusiastic and efficient. Traditional decor in the lobby and rooms but pleasant /characterful. Room was at the back of the hotel so had a view onto the nursery slopes. Rooms at the front have balconies but maybe noisy as right on the main street. Checked out the basement pool (cold) and saunas before dinner. Shame there are no staff on duty there as the saunas were being overrun by half a dozen precious American brats aged 8-14 in contravention to the no U16s after 5pm rule. Their parents were being equally obnoxious hogging the hot tube for over an hour preventing anyone else from using it. Had pre-dinner drinks in the cozy bar off the lobby. Very pleasant atmostphere with timber walls and a relaxed vibe. Dinner as others have posted is an amazing €11 for salad/Asian starters, soup, main, buffet desert, cheese. A complete bargain! 2-3 choices of soup/ mains. A big glass of decent Austrian wine was just €6 more. I would have been happy to pay 2-3 times more for the quality offered. The service was far better than I get in 5* hotels too. Your room key gets you back door (skip the queues) access to the Piccadilly bar/club in the basement. We liked the flexibility this gave to come/go as we liked. It was extremely hot and crowded but knowing we could "escape" upstairs at any time and then return was excellent. Breakfast was fine but not the highlight. At least there was loads of room - each room or group is allocated its own table. The selection of food on offer was good if not spectacular. I'd be extremely happy to stay again at Hotel Post.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Seehof Davos; City: Davos Canton of Graubunden Swiss Alps; Review: I've been staying at the Seehof at least once a year for around the last 10 years. From the days it was branded as a Sheraton to today. It only gets better and better in my opinion. It would get 5 stars without a doubt except for terrible service in the Chesa restaurant on my last night. I've written a review here before but the new management have really made a difference and deserve a new review. Check in was quick and efficient. My room was in the old part of the hotel so loads of character and facing the historic church. I knew from before that the bells chime 4 times an hour but this stops at night and was never a disturbance in the daytime. It only added to the atmosphere of the Seehof. The Parsennbahn (main lift in Davos Platz) is right next door (1 minute walk) as are 2 or 3 ski shops to hire equipment. The free Davos bus stops outside the front door and Davos Dorf rail station is 2-3 minutes walk as are a number of supermarkets. All extremely convenient. There is a pleasant, sunny terrace out front for lunch or drinks. From late afternoon there is live music and a great atmosphere in the lounge bar. They offer a free drink on the first night and hand around complimentary canapés. All very welcoming after a long journey or a tiring day on the slopes. I've written separately about the Chesa restaurant which really let's down the Seehof terribly. Avoid! Breakfasts at the Seehof are however very good. Plenty of space at peak times and a well stocked hot and cold buffet. Only disappointed that I didn't have chance to test the new spa. With the new owners' enthusiasm and attention to details I'm sure it will be first class. I'll be back!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tschuggen Grand Hotel; City: Arosa Canton of Graubunden Swiss Alps; Review: First of all I would give the Tschuggen Grand 4.5 stars if that were possible. It doesn't deserve 5 stars because of its prices which as I know to expect at a hotel of this class in Switzerland are still a little eye watering and from a personal viewpoint a bit hard to justify. Forgetting the prices and spoiling yourself then first impressions are top notch. The valet will park your car and the concierge will take care of your bags. Strange that is a novelty at so many European 5* hotels... Check-in staff were really enthusiastic and wanted to take me on a tour of the whole hotel. I had to rein them in and explain that I'd find my own way. Had a room overlooking the mountains which was very spacious. It had connecting doors (both sides) to neighbouring rooms but I heard no noise. The room was decorated in quite an eccentric style, not to everyone's taste, but the view out of the window made up. The bathroom was excellent with a double shower and huge tub. All, as ever in Switzerland, immaculately clean. Had time before dinner to visit the spa. Very pleasant but much smaller than I had expected. Not busy however so fine. I enjoyed the visit but wasn't "wowed" to be honest. Had pre-dinner drinks in the lobby bar where there was a pianist and singer. Very pleasant. Had dinner in the Bundnerstube. Very attentive service and good, basic Swiss food. Pricey for what it was however eg CHF 30 for one bratwurst, veg and rosti. Good ole Switzerland! Breakfast in the Grand Restaurant was also impressive. Good range of cereals,fruits, cold meats, cheeses, breads etc. Little however in the way of hot food. Disappointing and unexpected as there were quite a cross-section of nationalities amongst the guests. We don't all go for Swiss breakfast ever day when in Switzerland, well we don't expect to when staying at a hotel of this calibre. Something they need to work on. Second day I went skiing which I found very very hassle free. Buy a lift plan and get a piste map from reception. I had boots with me so just hired some skis from the in-house ski shop (beware it opens very short hours - close in the middle of the day for a few hours (oh to be Swiss and take it so easy)), hopped on the hotels Tschuggen Express and straight into the slopes. No lugging ski or waiting in queues. For hassle few, relaxed skiing this is the best I've ever experienced in europe. Compares well with the best in the US. Bear in mind however that the ski area is fairly limited and not to challenging. I'd say most would be happy for 2-3 days but after than unless you are beginner or intermediate you will get bored. Second night dinned in the Grand Restaurant from the fixed menu. You choice 3-5 courses with a few option s for each. Intended to have just 3 courses but the portion sizes were quite; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Danat Al Ain Resort; City: Al Ain Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Booked last minute as I suddenly had to stay over in Al Ain overnight. After a disastrous experience at the Al Ain Hilton last year, and because the Rotana was fully booked, I ended up at the Danat. I've stayed at Danat Jebel Dhanna before and was impressed so I had hopes Al Ain would match up. I was tired and wanted to check in quickly and get to my room. There was a man in business suit arguing loudly with the 2 receptionists. The concierge looked embarrassed and tried to intervene. The man stormed off and to my amazement took his position next to the receptionists on the other side of the front desk. I later found out he was the night manager! Very Fawlty Towers. No apology was made and the receptionists looked deeply embarrassed…. I had to ask for directions to my room as there was no sign of anyone to help with my bags. I quickly dumped my bags as it was late and went in search of a drink and dinner. It was Friday night and the hotel bar is clearly a meeting point for many of Al Ain's expats who were murdering karaoke :( Had dinner in the quieter surroundings next door in the Indian restaurant. The food and service were very good and are recommended. I was however shocked that they charged AED 12 for a tiny bottle of Al Ain water. I'll stick to beer next time at that price…. Back in my room I noticed a strong smell of cigarettes. I then noticed ashtrays and matches in both the bedroom and the bathroom. Alongside the minibar there were packs of cigarettes to buy. I always book non-smoking rooms so check my reservation and yes it was for a non-smoking room. I called the front desk and complained. The receptionist lied and told me that my room was a non-smoking room (with ashtrays and cigarettes for sale hahaha). Unimpressed I ask for the duty manager to call. After 10 minutes of no call I went back to the front desk in search of time and found he was the Basil Fawlty character who had been shouting at the receptionists earlier. Fair enough he admitted a mistake had been made and offered to move me to another room. It was late so instead I settled for a complimentary breakfast. Next morning I went for breakfast in the Luca restaurant. It was extremely busy so there was a 10 minute wait for a table. That was OK but the lack of food on the buffet was not OK. At least half the hot items had been lefts to run out and were no refilled in the 20 minutes I spent in the restaurant. I was not offered tea or coffee and gave up trying to get the attention of the waiting staff to order coffee. A really poor experience. I would go out or order room service breakfast if I ever return to Danat Al Ain. I had time to check out the pools before leaving.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Haley s Hotel and Restaurant; City: Headingley Leeds West Yorkshire England; Review: I used to live near Haley's years ago and heard good reports so decided to stop for a night when back in Leeds. The location is in a lovely tree lined road 5 minutes walk from the hustle and bustle of Headingley but very quiet. Parking is easy in the hotel car park. The reception lobby is gloomy but charming. There are no lifts so be prepared to carry your bags. The rooms are slightly dated but very comfortable. Didn't use the bar or restaurant (both looked very quiet) but loads of options in Headingley. I expect I will stay again fairly soon.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Summer Isles Hotel and Restaurant; City: Achiltibuie Ross and Cromarty Scottish Highlands ; Review: Stayed on the recommendation of a local friend. Location is everything for the Summer Isles Hotel. Beautiful drive and breathtaking views from all outlooks once at the hotel. I received a personal welcoming email a few days before arrival asking about dinner reservations and on pulling up in the car park Chris appeared to guide me to my room. There was no check-in nonsense just a form to complete at leisure and drop into the bar/restaurant some time. I booked late so alhough travelling alone had the 2 bedroom log cabin to myself. Beautiful views from the living room and master bedroom over to the Summer Isles. A small kitchen (fully equipped) and a log burner all set up to lit. There was a TV, DVD, music system and a tidy, newly refurbished bathroom. A very pleasant and relaxing spot indeed to recharge. The first night I had dinner in the bar. Although small it has lots of character and is frequented by a few locals. The locally brewed beer was excellent. The food, unfortunately, wasn't so good. I heard that the (bar) chef was leaving soon. I had fish and chips. Whilst the fish was very good the oven fries and frozen peas did not fit with the atmosphere of this place at all. The bar menu is also very very limited. It would be good to see a far wider choice. I eat most things but would have struggled eating there for more than a couple of nights. The next night I tried the only other dining option locally, the hotel restaurant. I don't usually go for 5/6 course dinners but here the portions were like you would expect from a tasting menu and the food was excellent. The service was also first rate. Wine selection is limited if you want to order by the glass as you need to go with the recommended wines for each course. Selections were however very good and the prices were fair. Dinner and the recommended wines came to around £80 which I considered in the right range for the offering. The cheese board was particularly impressive. Breakfast both days included a small selection of cereals and then a cooked to order Scottish breakfast followed by toast. Very traditional and very pleasant. Highly recommended and somewhere I hope to stay again. I would however like to see a wider bar menu or a choice of a la carte dishes in the main restaurant. Staying for more than a couple of days would be far more appealing if there was more choice for dining in the evenings.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Malmaison Hotel; City: Glasgow Scotland; Review: Booked this place for one night as it was half the price of the Bythswood. I'd stayed at several Malmaisons before so was confident it would be fine for a short stay. What a mistake.... We arrived at 2pm after an exhausting overnight flight to be told that Malmaison Glasgow strictly prohibit any check-ins before the official 3pm time. Struggling to stay awake we left our bags and went off in search of some strong coffee. A terrible first impression. We returned bang on 3pm to be met by a reception supervisor who said our bags had already been taken to our room: so the room was clearly ready before 3pm and it was just the hotel's daft policy that had turned us out into the streets. Not at all impressed. We waited an age and then a very rickety old lift took us to the top floor where we found our room. It was a warm day (by Glasgow standards) and the room was sweltering and very stuffy. Another sign this room had not been occupied the previous night so certainly was not being serviced until 3pm. We opened the windows but even on the top floor there was a lot of traffic noise. The furnishings in the room had seen far better days. Some of the upholstery on the chairs had been rubbed thread bare. There were chips on the wood and the walls were in dire need of a lick of paint. Hardly luxury accommodation. Most Premier Inns have better appointed bedrooms for a fraction of the price. The bathroom was very small and badly designed. No towel hooks. Just 2 towels. A door that blocked the wash basin and a shower screen that had no purpose (it was impossible to prevent the shower flooding the bathroom). I asked the receptionist where I could post a letter. Her answer was "sorry I don't know"! How helpful! Even if she was new (she didn't say) surely she could have asked others in the hotel. Hardly good customer service... All in all a very very tired hotel with staff who are only out to make their own lives easier and have no desire to provide decent service. Avoid, avoid, avoid is my wholehearted advice!!!!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Savoy Resort Spa; City: Beau Vallon Mahe Island; Review: I had read the varied reviews here but was offered a reasonable price for a last minute booking so decided if risk the Savoy. The hotel was easy to find in Beau Vallon but the staff on the gate didn't seem used to directing guests arriving in a hire car. I pulled up by the lobby thinking there might be valet parking or at least someone to help with bags but all the lobby staff blatantly ignored me. Eventually I went off to to find parking and then had to haul bags up the steep ramp to the lobby. Only when I reached the reception desk did I get any offers of assistance... Check in was fine but I had 2 reservations - as I had booked an additional night at a later stage. This threw the receptionist completely. She told me I would have to check out and then check in again for the last night. I complained about this and eventually she agreed I would just need to get my key updated so it worked for the last 24 hours. The hotel is extremely large. As someone else said here perhaps too large for the Seychelles really. It is however well designed around the large pool with most rooms facing towards the beach. The rooms are thoughtfully laid out and well furnished. The AC however does not cool the room, it does not go below 25c. I found this unpleasant even though I live in a much hotter climate. I went to the beachside bar and then the main restaurant on the first night. The bar was pleasant with beach/sea views and a relaxed atmosphere. The service however was glacially slow. Feeling tired after a long day travelling I wanted a quick dinner in the "buffet" restaurant. It turned out what I had been told at check in and in the welcome letter was incorrect and there is no longer a buffer offered in the evenings. Instead the main restaurant offers exactly the same menu as the room service menu! I've never experienced anything like this. I ordered soup and then fish. After 45 minutes the soup had not arrived. When I questioned the waitress I was told that the "soup machine" (pan?) wasn't working! I decided to go straight to the main course which arrived 1 hour after my first order. It was fine but nothing remarkable. The restaurant was extremely quiet (2 or 3 other tables on a Friday night) so I've no idea why some fish and rice took 1 hour to prepare. I complained and the manager agreed to waive the bill. Not a great first impression and I avoided the restaurant, and the even quieter fish restaurant by the pool, after that. There are far better local restaurants within a few minutes walk and that's where I saw most other guests dining. Breakfast was far better and offered a good hot and cold buffet. Shame they can't do this in the evenings. Wifi was patchy on the first day and did not work at all; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Huskisson Beach Motel; City: Huskisson Jervis Bay Shoalhaven New South Wales; Review: Stayed for one night which was fine. I wouldn't want to stay for a longer time as it was a very basic and dated room. A lot of money needs spending to bring standards up to date. The bed was comfy but the fridge was noisy all night long. The shower room was probably the smallest room I have ever seen. Breakfast (delivered to the room the night before if ordered) is extra and seems poor value. Better to visit one of the local bakeries or coffee shops. There are also a couple of options for dinner within walking distance. On the plus side the best is very nearby (but swimming is not allowed) and there is good free wifi in the rooms.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Seahorse Inn; City: Eden New South Wales; Review: Stopped for one night whilst driving up the coast. The Seahorse Inn is easy to find when driving north on the Princes Hwy as well signed. Less easy to find if travelling South. Found the reception desk unstaffed so went to the bar. The bar maid dealt with check in and I got a small double with an amazing balcony overlooking Twofold Bay to Eden in the distance. The bar maid told me dinner was served between 6pm and 7pm which was far too early for me so I drove into Eden where there were a couple of options. Next morning the same bar maid was serving breakfast which was fine but basic considering the room rates charged. Hot food is charged extra. The coffee was good though. There was only one other guest staying so only 2 tables set for breakfast. I never saw that guest and only saw one other member of staff. This made my stay rather eerie as the Inn is realatively old, in a very isolated location surrounded by trees especially as there was a big thunder storm the night I stayed - reminiscent of The Shining...; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel; City: Hong Kong; Review: Stayed for just one night. Made the mistake of taking a shuttle bus from the airport express station. Friday evening traffic around the hotel was horrendous. Would have been much better on the metro which is connected by a walkway to the hotel. Check-in wasn't very quick. I was offered a harbour view room (an upgrade from my booking) but was warned there was construction on the harbour side. I took a chance. There was a bit of noise but the amazing views made up for that. The room was very comfortable and well decorated. There is free wifi if you are a Marriott rewards member and the speed was fine. The hotel is connected to the exhibition centre and metro by a walkway which also takes you over the busy roads and in to the centre of Wan Chai. Worth a walk around and felt very safe at night. Didn't have chance to check out any of the bars, restaurants or other facilities as it was a very short stay. I would certainly consider the Renaissance Harbour View next time I visit Hong Kong. My return trip to the central station for the airport express was by metro. Very cheap and quick if a bit crowded. A very easy walk from the hotel even with bags.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hyatt Melbourne; City: Melbourne Victoria; Review: Traffic around the hotel was very bad so the taxi took a long time from the airport. Shame there is no train. My room was on a high floor and overlooked the Yarra, MCG, Botanical Gardens. Well designed with a comfortable seating area. Very easy walking distance to the city sights and the river. Loads of eating and drinking options within close distance so didn't eat in the hotel. Negatives would be the very thin bedroom walls, noise late at night in the corridors and noise from the plumbing everything any room nearby turned on the water. I woke up numerous times both nights.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park; City: Sydney New South Wales; Review: Booked the Sheraton due to its very central location. Everything in the city centre is within walking distance and St James station is opposite with quick, direct trains to the airport - far quicker and cheaper than a taxi. Check in was efficient and I was allocated a park view room on a high floor. Rooms on lower levels may get street noise as there is a lot of traffic. Annoyingly, and I forgiveable in my opinion for a hotel claiming to be 5 star, and aiming at business travellers, wifi is not included in the room rates. You can get a 1 hour code for wifi in the lobby but pay to use wifi in the rooms. When $100 a night motels in Australia can provide in room wifi for free I think it is extremely penny pinching of the Sheraton to charge. I have deducted a point off my scoring for the hotel to reflect this. I used the pool on level 22, the top floor. It was difficult to find as only 2 of the lifts serve that floor. Very small signs the lift lobby explain this. The middle aged Eastern European woman on the gym reception was very unfriendly and unwelcoming. Clearly she would have preferred me not to be bothering her. I asked to use the pool and after signing in she pointed me in the opposite direction to the pool. After wandering around the gym I went back to reception and got the correct difections from her colleague. The older woman made no apologies for misdirecting me. The pool has great views over the city and harbour but is very cold (I expect unheated). I didn't use any of the bars and restaurants in the hotel as there are loads of options in the streets behind the hotel. There are also a number of convenience /coffee shops right by the rear entrance to the hotel. I would stay again but hope they have sorted out some free wifi by then and replaced the unhelpful Eastern European woman on the gym reception.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bayerischer Hof Hotel; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: I was staying for one night in Munich at a busy time of the year so had to pay more than I would usually for a night's accommodation. Knowing the central but quiet location of the Bayerischer Hof I decided to splash out as it was just a one night stay. I left feeling disappointed that the Bayerischer Hof does not really deliver. After travelling overnight I went straight to the hotel at 8am. I told the receptionist that I realised I was very early to check-in and would happily drop my bags and then take a room when one came available. He took my mobile number and promised to phone as soon as a room was free. He told me that housekeeping were working on room and my room would soon be available. I spent the next 3 hours wandering around Munich in the cold and damp. By 11am I suspected the receptionist may have forgotten me so went back to the hotel. I had to speak to another member of staff who had no knowledge that I had already completed the check-in forms and was waiting for a room. I was told to call back later as there were still no rooms. At 2pm, after having walked around most of Munich, drunk endless coffees and had lunch, I had still not heard so went back to the hotel. I spoke to the same receptionist I had spoken to at 11am but she did not remember me. She said that the previous occupants of my room had only checked out a few minutes ago - they had been allowed a late 2pm check-out even though the hotel knew I was waiting for a room. I complained and insisted that they must give me another room right away. After speaking the manager I was upgraded to a better room on the top floor. I had to find my own way to the room which was fine and I was told that the bags I had stowed at 8am would be sent straight to the room. After 45 minutes there were still no bags. There was no answer when I called reception so I called the concierge. Embarrassed he explained that there had been a mix up and they could not find my bags. I was asked to describe them. Fortunately both are labelled with my name on frequent flyer badges. 5 minutes later I was reunited with my bags. The room decor was dated but it was a reasonable sized room and had nice views over the old part of town. There was free wifi though reception was patchy. I didn't eat or drink in the hotel as there are better options in the neighbourhood. On check-out I discovered that there is a tram which stops 2 minutes from the hotel door and goes direct to the main railway station. That saved a taxi ride or 15 minute walk with bags. Bayerischer Hof is an old hotel in an excellent location but the staff need to be trained as their amateurishness is; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jump INN Hotel Belgrade; City: Belgrade; Review: Booked a 1 night stay here due to positive reviews here and I was not disappointed. The hotel is a short (5 minute) walk from the railway station and about 10 minutes walk to the city centre. Check-in was fast and efficient and the room was large and airy with a balcony and smart bathroom. There was free wifi and the speed was good. I also appreciated the decent air conditioning after a hot journey in summer weather. There is a restaurant and bar on the lobby level but I had a walk into the centre of town and found a restaurant to sit outside and watch life. It was only a 10 minute walk from the hotel but walking back after dark to the hotel it did seem very quiet and I expect it may be safer to take a taxi. The next morning I called reception 30 minutes before I wanted to check out and asked if they could call me a taxi to go to the airport. This caught the receptionist off guard and she told me off quite strongly for not giving her more notice - apparently I should have booked a taxi the night before to leave for the airport at 10.30am! I told her I would flag a taxi in the street outside if this was a problem and she said she could call a taxi within 5 minutes whilst I checked-out. A very strange incident with hindsight. Will definitely stay again if I visit Belgrade in the future.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Manchester Deansgate; City: Manchester Greater Manchester England; Review: .... but that is the only positive comment I can makes about the Hilton Manchester Deansgate. I arrived at 8.30am after an overnight flight. I told the receptionist that I realised it was very early to check in and if they didn't have any rooms I'd be happy just to drop my bags and call back later. She assured me that rooms would be ready "very soon" and took my mobile number. I left my bags and went off to find breakfast. 3 hours later with still no call and feeling tired I headed back to the hotel. Spoke to the same receptionist but she didn't recall me. She then looked guilty and said she had tried to call me early. My room had been ready a while and she had no record of my mobile number. A complete lie as I had written it down on the check in form. I then went to retrieve my bags from the concierge. He couldn't find them so I had to go into the store room and search for them. When I took 2 bags he accused me to try to steal the 2nd bag. The receipt I had been given was for just one bag. The 2 bags had been attached when handed in and the concierge must have separated them. Eventually he left me leave with both my bags. My room on the 21st floor was fine of a little bland but had great views out towards the airport. The mini bar had been left with the door wide open. I shut it then found that had locked it shut. I could not use it again during my stay. Wifi was £15 a day which I consider outrageous. Why does a so called business hotel think wifi is an option luxury? Beyond my understanding. The shower pressure was very very weak but as the shower door would not close this was perhaps as well. I visited the executive lounge on the 23rd floor. I was the only guest at 6pm on a Thursday evening and was made to feel extremely unwelcome by 2 members of staff. A 3rd member of staff was too busy interviewing a job candidate - in the middle of the lounge - to even notice me. I left without anything to eat or drink as I felt too unwelcome to stay. The location isn't as central as I'd hoped as it is at the far (quiet) end of Deansgate. I wouldn't bother staying again as I found all the staff extremely unhelpful, rude and unwelcoming. A very disappointing stay.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Ajman Hotel; City: Ajman Emirate of Ajman; Review: I've lived in the UAE for several years and have never heard anything but complaints from fellow expats about the Kempinski Ajman. Never having visited Ajman I saw a very cheap weekend deal during Ramadan and gave it a try. I was very impressed overall and cannot understand why I have heard so many negative comments. There are good signs to the Kempinski, it being one of the older/more established hotels in Ajman. There was no need to use the valet parking as there were plenty of spaces right outside. Check-in was quick and I was impressed with the room. Sea facing on one of the higher floors with a good balcony with chairs - chairs are often missing from UAE hotel balconies. The beach is very impressive and has life guards on duty. It was summer so very quiet in the 40c heat. The pool was nicely cooled and the pool attendants very friendly. It was possible to order soft drinks around the pool during daylight hours, but no alcohol as it was Ramadan. The only disappointment came with the dining options. The hotel website did not make clear that there are only 2 restaurants open in the evening during Ramadan. One is a large iftar buffet which was very noisy with lots of children. Fortunately the Indian restaurant was open and was very good. Alcohol was available in the restaurant. Unfortunately there was only one bar open in the hotel and it did not open until 9pm. It was a very run down sports bar full of aging red faced expats and hookers. Not recommended. Will definitely return once Ramadan is over as the Kempinski Ajman is a very comfortable hotel with a great beach and friendly helpful staff.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Excelsior Hotel Deira; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed for one night before a business meeting in Deira. The Sheraton is in the heart of Deira, one of the oldest and most congested parts of Dubai. I was staying in the week of Eid and fortunately the traffic wasn't as bad as I had feared. The valet quickly appeared to park my car and help with my bags. The receptionist was extremely unfriendly. There were a lot of Saudis staying for Eid and I think they reception staff had been worn down by them. Nonetheless the Indian receptionist was very curt with me and not at all friendly. Fortunately the bell boy made up for this by showing me to the room on a mid-level floor. Aircraft taking off from DXB airport fly amazingly low over the hotel, with many A380s flying very low. Nonetheless there is amazing double glazing in the rooms and you hardly hear the planes. The Club room was spacious if a little old fashioned in style. There is a handy bar on the top floor of the hotel but I chose to eat dinner in a neighbor restaurant as the hotel restaurants looked very empty. There are plenty of options within walking distance so no need to pay Sheraton prices. Didn't have time to check out the pool or breakfast. Check-out involved another unpleasant encounter with a second member of the reception staff. He claimed I had just signed up for AED 400 of 7 day high speed broadband access 20 minutes before reaching the check-out desk. Clearly I had not as I was checking out and not even carrying a laptop/ipad. The receptionist effectively called me a liar and made me sign a statement that I had not connected to 7 days high speed broadband. This encounter left me with a very bad memory of Sheraton Deira and I am no sure I would stay again or recommend the hotel. They really do need to train their reception staff in manners..; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: J5 Rimal; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed for one night ahead of a nearby early morning business meeting. The hotel is easy to find on a busy road near the airport. There is no valet parking but some undercover parking at the rear of the hotel and basement parking. I had to use the basement parking and this was tricky with a big car. I would avoid using the basement if you have an SUV as the exit is very narrow and the ceiling is low. Check-in was very quick and friendly. The room on a mid-level floor was basic but clean. It overlooked the major road to the front but was fairly quiet. It is set up as a self catering unit so there was a small kitchenette and a washer in the bathroom. I tested out the roof top pool. The signage is poor so I went into the gym and asked for directions. The Indian/Pakistani guy on the gym reception desk spoke no English or Arabic so it was difficult to get directions. In the end after a long and unrequested tour of the gym and the locker room my newly acquired Indian/Pakistani friend pointed me in the direction of the stairs to the roof top pool. The pool area was clean but very basic. The pool bar was closed due to Ramadan. I went out for dinner but there is a small restaurant on the ground floor. I did not see a bar. Breakfast in the small restaurant was reasonable. The staff were very friendly and the food fresh if not particularly exciting. I would say the Rimal Rotana is fine for a short business trip but not somewhere I would stay for a holiday or a long term stay. The staff however are excellent and extremely welcoming - the highlight of the hotel.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hampton Inn Atlanta Fayetteville; City: Fayetteville Georgia; Review: Stopped for just one night before a flight from Atlanta. I didn't want to stay in the city or at an airport hotel and was attracted by the high TA ratings. Frankly I think these ratings are overrated. It is fine for what it is - - smart motel - but nothing more and the rates reflect its a step about an average motel. The hotel is fairly easy to find on the main road through Fayetteville although if arriving from Peachtree City you do need to do a U-turn as the hotel is on a one way system. There is plenty of parking right outside. Check-in was quick and efficient and there is a lift to reach the upper floors. The room was quite small and it is a shame there is no easy chair to sit in and watch TV. You either sit at the work desk or on the bed. There is a decent sized fridge and a microwave. Everything was very modern and clean. Surprisingly there is no central AC and the wall mounted unit is just below the window so causes the curtains the fly around even when set at the lowest speed fan. The bathroom was clean and modern. There was no bath tub just a large shower but that was good. There is a small build in wardrobe (closet) but no rack for luggage so I had to lay my bags on the floor of the room. There is no safe so that would have been a concern of staying for more than one night. There was good, free wifi. The hotel directory gives recommendations for "nearby" restaurants and take aways (take outs). I borrowed the directly and set out in the car to look for these so I could get sometime to bring back to the hotel. I soon realised that many of the recommended places were 5 or 10 miles away! Not wanting to drive so far (after a long day in the car) I returned to Fayetteville and found a number of options on the main street, almost walking distance from the hotel! Why these were not listed in the directory I have no idea. Perhaps businesses have to pay the hotel to be listed? Anyway this was a poor effort by the hotel. Please ignore the directory and check out the Main Street if you don't want to drive for miles and miles. I didn't have time to try the complementary breakfast but easily found my way to Atlanta airport in less than 30 minutes.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Oklahoma City Airport; City: Oklahoma City Oklahoma; Review: Stayed for one night after a late night arrival at Will Rogers airport and before collecting a car the next morning. I picked the Four Points as it appeared to be on the airport. I got directions and set off walking but after 10 minutes I found myself walking on the dark airport approach road. There was no sign of the hotel so I had to call them. Luckily the concierge soon arrived in a van to collect me. The hotel needs to make clear that it is not walkable from the terminal and guests not driving should call for the shuttle van. The room was up one flight of stairs (no lift so not ideal with bags) and was clean but basic. There was free wifi and it was comfortable for one night. It is however pretty basic and amenities in the hotel seemed sparse. Fine for an overnight stay but no longer. Next morning the shuttle van was ready outside and took me back to the airport. As somewhere to stay near, but not connected to, Will Rogers airport the Four Points is fine. If I had realised the hotel was a shuttle ride away then I would have considered other hotels nearby.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Select Memphis Downtown Beale Street; City: Memphis Tennessee; Review: I arrived without a reservation and was offered a better rate than some nearby hotels. Not a great rate but that served me right for not booking online. On top of the room rate there was $20 for parking which seems the norm in Downtown Memphis... The room was on a high floor overlooking the street. It was a small room by US standards (normal by European standards) and fairly old fashioned in decor. The bathroom was not very clean. There were hairs all over the floor.. The location is good with everything in Downtown within an easy walk. Beale Street is a couple of blocks away and so is the Mississippi. I had arrived late so had a late snack in the sports bar which seemed to be the only place open at 10pm. They had run out of most food choices and the waitress clearly didn't want to serve anybody so late at night. Next morning I left my bags with reception - who were very cheerful and helpful in contrast to their colleagues the night before - whilst I had a walk around town. The next night I moved on the Peabody across the street where I found a room online at the same price the Holiday Inn charged..; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: W New York Times Square; City: New York City New York; Review: Picked the W for its location close to Times Square. I was impressed to find it is actually located on Times Square, albeit the entrance is just around the corner from Broadway. It would be difficult to get closer to the action in Times Square.. Check-in is on the 7th floor where you take further lifts to the rooms which all seemed to be on much higher levels. The check-in area is in the same room as a lounge bar which is very dark and plays pretty loud music. It didn't bother me but this atmosphere may not suit all guests. Reception was very busy but extremely efficient and I was quickly directed to the lift for my 57th floor room. The room was larger than I had expected. Good views and a reasonable sized shower room. Decent wifi and tasteful modern decor. It was a pity the W didn't think to provide a lounge chair/couch as there was enough space. There was only an uncomfortable desk chair so had to sit on the bed to watch TV. I suppose staying in Times Square you don't plan to sit in the room for long.. Despite being on a high level there was still quite a bit of noise from the street. Some extra sound insulation, as found in most airport hotels, wouldn't go amiss.. Apart from the check-in area cum lounge bar cum 5pm Friday nightclub there seemed to be no common facilities in the hotel. This is one reason I'm only giving a 3/5 rating. Apparently the restaurant at street level is connected to the hotel but you would not know from looking as access is via the street. Anyway I suppose given the huge variety of facilities very close this lack of amenities in the hotel is not a big issue. At the room rates they charge though I would expect a little more. I would stay again but really the rates should not be so high. This is a convenient, modern hotel but it is not luxurious. Basic, modern but convenient for Times Square.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Oberoi Grand; City: Kolkata Calcutta Kolkata District West Bengal; Review: Booked a short stay at the Oberoi Grand as it is centrally located for all the sights I wanted to cover in Kolkata. I had not realised just how centrally located the hotel is until the taxi bringing me from the airport had to fight its way through the teeming masses on the street outside. Once through the hotel gates (which are constantly manned) the atmosphere changed completely. With my luggage in tow I was whisked through check-in and up stairs to a comfortable and quiet room at the back of the hotel. My only complaint about the room was that it was very dark with little natural light from the small window. The decor is very traditional and reminded me of my grandmother's house but in a good way. Very Victorian British with lots of dark wood everywhere. It felt like stepping back in time and was quite surreal for Kolkata in 2015.. I'd arrived late so had a quick snack in the hotel bar. Service was slick but the bar was quiet and lacking in character, not helped by its location opening on to a corridor. I would have expected a better bar in such a classic and traditional hotel. After a good night's sleep I had breakfast in the main hotel restaurant. This was fine on the first day but on the second morning breakfast was very busy. I had to wait for a table (even though the hotel as a whole seemed very quiet) and then promptly got ignored at my table. I had to complain to the restaurant manager. Frankly Indian guests were getting served at the expense of foreign visitors because only the Indian guests were causing a fuss and shouting at the waiting staff. Clearly it should not be necessary to shout at the staff to get some service. The restaurant manager offered me a complimentary dinner in recompense which was very welcome. Stepping out of the hotel gates you enter a different world of utter mayhem. This is India as it must have been 50 or 100 years ago. It is nothing like Mumbai or Delhi or any other city in India I have visited. The crowds outside the hotel gates dictate which way you will go and there is very little you can do to avoid that. It is best not to take a bag or wallet as you will be in an immense crowd with huge potential for pick pockets. Once through the crowds immediately outside the hotel it is possible to head in the direction of the Victoria Memorial, the Meydan or the markets. All are within a 20-30 minute walk. Dalhousie Square/BBD Bagh is also walkable. After the chaos of the outside world it was pleasant to relax in the hotel's courtyard beside the swimming pool. If I stay again I will ask for a room overlooking the pool as these are certainly the best located rooms. I doubt I will visit Kolkata again out of choice but if I do then the Oberoi Grand is probably where I will; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apart Hotel Lagrange Vacances Strasbourg Wilson; City: Strasbourg Bas Rhin Grand Est; Review: I chose the Lagrange City Aparthotel as it was convenient for the railway station and had some good reviews here. I realised it would be fairly basic. Which it was. It was however clean, modern and convenient. Check-in was smooth. I only spoke French with the reception staff and did not hear them speak in English but I expect they can do. I had a studio on the first floor at the back of the building. Though overlooking the railway that was some distance away and I never heard any noise. I expect street facing (front) rooms would get more noise as it is a busy road with a tram passing outside. The room was fairly compact but had a small kitchen area. 2 hobs, a microwave, dishwasher (no tablets provided) and a decent sized fridge with ice box. After some time on the road it was a pleasant change to be able to cook basic dishes in the room rather than eating out. My only criticism of the room was that the "double bed" consisted of 2 very narrow and very low single beds pushed together. I did not sleep very well for the 2 nights I was there.. It is a 10 minute walk into the centre of Strasbourg. Turn left out of the front door and follow the tram tracks (the tram does not stop nearby so is not worth taking). The railway station is 5 minutes to the right when you step out of the hotel doors (or 5 minutes to the left - again following the tram lines - if leaving the main exit at the front of the station). What appeared to be the largest shopping mall in Strasbourg (Les Halles) is a 5 minute walk from the hotel diagonally across the major intersection outside the hotel. There is a large supermarket in the mall which handy to stock up for breakfasts etc. I didn't bother with the (pay extra) breakfast in the hotel lobby. There was a decent free wifi connection in the room and they allowed me to store my bags after check-out until it was time to take the train. I doubt I will be back in Strasbourg but if I am then I will consider returning here.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Le Meridien Dubai Hotel Conference Centre; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: I have stayed at Le Meridien numerous time and have never been disappointed. First things, it is one of the older hotels in Dubai, probably dating back to the 1970s. There are some signs of age. Some rooms and areas could do with updating. I forgive that due to the excellent service levels and great facilities. It seems pot luck whether you receive an updated room, how recently updated the room is etc. How much you pay doesn't seem to influence this. All rooms however are comfortable and clean. I've also always had good free wifi connection over the past couple of years. Most of the hotel, the original section not the recent high end section, is two storied and sprawls. Various large courtyard areas each contain pools, usually with a pool bar, on to which many rooms face. Dubliners is good for a drink especially now it has a quieter new area. There are then an amazing array of restaurant options within the Meridien village and the hotel itself. There's really no reason to leave...; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sofitel Munich Bayerpost; City: Munich Upper Bavaria Bavaria; Review: I am a frequent visitor to Munich and never having stayed at the Sofitel before I was keen to give it a try. I had high expectations based on my experience staying at other Sofitel hotels. My visit was just for one night and the Sofitel was convenient as I was arriving my train. The hotel is literally two minutes walk from the station’s side exit. Check-in was very quick and efficient which was welcome after a long train journey. Unfortunately the reception staff gave me the wrong directions to the lifts so I had an unplanned tour of the ground floor of the hotel with my bags. A few signs would not go amiss. My room was on a higher floor and overlooked the roof of the train station. Not the most scenic view but there was no noise from the station. The room was fairly modern, fairly small but comfortable. The wifi was good and free. The “bathroom” was disappointing. There was no bath tub just a small wet room area. Hardly what you would expect from a supposedly 5 star hotel room. Basic and clean I suppose. Luxurious? Absolutely not. I tried out the spa. The reception staff were very distracted by a large group of German speaking men who had turned the reception area of the spa into an impromptu beer hall. They were drinking copious amounts of beer in the reception area and shouting loudly. It was completely inappropriate in a spa which promotes itself as a good place to relax and be tranquil. After chasing the spa reception staff for 10-15 minutes I finally got a locker key so could change and hit the pool. The pool area is very small and a very strange shape. Two guests were already swimming laps and there was no room for a third so I retreated to the sauna area. As in most German hotels this was a “textile free area”. There were however plenty of bathrobes and towels available so modesty was fairly easy to maintain.. There was only one sauna and one steam room which was less than I had expected from the hotel’s marketing materials. After the spa I was ready to eat and drink. Bizarrely, in contracts to the make-shift bar in the spa reception area, the hotel’s bar was deserted. Strange for early on a Friday evening. The restaurant was also deserted. Fortunately there are plenty of other more atmospheric options within a short stroll of the Sofitel. The next day my overnight flight home did not depart until late evening so I called reception and asked if there was any chance of a late check-out. Without a time for a second’s thought I was told that there was absolutely no possibility of checking out even an hour or two later than usual. Very helpful indeed. At precisely 12 noon I proceeded to attempt to check-out. I found that the hotel’s zero tolerance approach to “absolutely no possibility of late check-out” meant the lobby was in a state of complete chaos. There were huge; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: I've lived in the UAE (now Abu Dhabi) many years and I travel a lot. I'm very fortunate to stay in some amazing 5 star hotels in the UAE and overseas every month. I've heard so many great reports about the Park Hyatt Saadiyat and to be honest I'd expected them to be hype and to leave after my first stay underwhelmed. Happily the complete opposite was true. I was totally and utterly wowed by the PHS.. My car and luggage was whisked away by an efficient valet (so rare in Abu Dhabi) and check-in was a breeze with a (German?) young blond lady. I was escorted to my room and I'd say this was the only downside. As at Emirates Palace it can be a long long walk from lobby to room. Fortunately it was well worth the ?1km walk. The room was near the end of one wing with superb beach views. A lovely balcony. Amazing bathroom. Open plan with the room but a sliding wooden door when privacy is needed. The room was extremely tasteful. I hit the pool as the beach/sea would have been too hot. It was great. Yes there were a couple of families but no they did not spoil the serene atmosphere with their children. Pool staff were so helpful and efficient. The parents (both families were Australian) kept their kids in check. Such a welcome relief after the scant regard for others many Arab parents have at top UAE hotels... I'd hoped to have a pre-dinner drink in the bar but the sole indoor bar was so quiet I skipped it. My room rate included dinner in the buffet restaurant. I was very impressed. It exceeded the quality of the dinner buffets at Jumeriah Etihad Towers and Westin Abu Dhabi. It was leagues ahead of the Emirates Palace dinner buffet which is complete hit or miss/ an expensive joke. Breakfast was equally good or possibly better than dinner. An excellent effort and the restaurant staff were so helpful and so chatty and friendly. I'll definitely be back there. Check-out again was faultless. Same ?German (I really should have asked) receptionist was completely charming. There must be many rooms but she greeted me personally. I felt a very valued and respected guest. Such a rare experience at large 5 star hotels I find, UAE and elsewhere. The PHS certainly have the creme de la creme of staff (or train them so much better than their competitors). I'll definitely be back and am only sorry it's take me so long for me to become acquainted with this gem in my home city.. Hotels like Emirate Palace should be completely ashamed but there shockingly terrible or absolutely mediocre service they think they can "get away with". PHS definitely sets the standard for others to try and I expect less complacent competitors will follow in AD...; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Park Rotana Abu Dhabi; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Check-in was a breeze. So friendly and quick. Room was very pleasant - better than Yas Rotana standard rooms. Drinks in the club lounge were great. Amazing service and great staff. There was a French food theme in the lounge and such tasty steak and chicken. Perhaps too much food just ahead of dinner. Tried to get into Coopers bar for a drink before dinner but there was a hefty admission fee. I explained we were staying in the hotel but the door staff then looked at the hotel guest list and couldn't find us. I guess we only checked in 2 hours early. We instead went to the Teatro bar. Lovely drinks and great service. We then had dinner and that was unfortunately a little disappointing. Breakfast in the club lounge was great save for one thing. There was a local family with 2 children who screamed and howled throughout. Totally inappropriate in a small club lounge and sadly we had to rush breakfast to leave before the headaches set in. So good hotel. Some staff excel but others need lots and lots of training.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Shangri La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: Quick and efficient check-in. I found my own way to the room on the 1st floor. Marketed as a water view the trees have grown since the hotel opened and there was no water but pleasant enough from the balcony. Strangely although I had checked in alone at 2pm the room had been turned down for the night and in addition to the king sized bed there was a child's bed laid out. I had to call and get the child's bed removed - "oh have you changed plans sir?" - no I only ever booked for one... It was a stinking hot 50c summer day in AD so late afternoon I checked out the pool. Unfortunately as there was a slight breeze all the umbrellas had been packed away. The only other shade was in an area where redundant old sun loungers had been inelegantly stacked for disposal. It seems the pool area is getting refurbished. Sadly this was evident to all who visited and really destroyed the atmosphere. I could only stand 20 minutes in the summer sun without any shade so quickly left. Certainly not a 5 star experience... Options for dinner were limited. Bord eau and pearls & caviar have closed down. Unless you like chinese, vietnamese or buffet food then you are out of luck at the Shangri La Abu Dhabi. Again not so 5 star in my view .... We ate next door in the souk. Check out was a complete disaster. I'd already received an "express check out card". The elevators (all of them!) were out of order. A kind security guard helped me and my luggage negotiate the emergency fire escape.. In the lobby a flustered manager arranged to take away my luggage and get my car. The manager then disappeared and his 2 asian and arab male reception staff completely ignored me and made phone calls. As my car arrived I found a more helpful Chinese woman who managed to get the attention of the asian male receptionist. I owed AED 15 in tax but only had a AED 50 note. In 10 years living in the UAE I have never before experienced such a drama to get AED 35 in change. It was excruciating. In the end I paid by credit card. I think I can say I have now stayed in all the 5 star hotels in Abu Dhabi. I would say that the rooms and layout of the Shangri La are good but the service is frankly woeful and far below par. I've stayed in many 3 star hotels in UAE with much better service. Save your money and stay 3 star (e.g. a Rotana) or pick a serious and justified 5 star hotel (e.g. Park Hyatt, Jumeirah Etihad, either St Regis - slightly more but infinitely better).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Visesa Ubud Resort; City: Ubud Gianyar Regency Bali; Review: The hotel isn’t particularly easy to find so it is worth printing a map. It is about 3km north of Ubud in semi rural area. The common facilities are limited to a reception lobby, one restaurant and a swimming pool/gym. There is nothing else around the hotel and the complimentary shuttle service into Ubud only runs every couple of hours so you really need your own transport – although parking in Ubud is also difficult there is a paid car park on the road back out to the hotel. Had a 1 bedroom pool villa which looked out into the jungle. It is clearly a new hotel and the level of finish and décor was very high. Good sized bedroom, outdoor bathroom, sitting area (also outdoor but under cover) and a small pool. It felt very private despite neighbouring villas to each side. The only downside was the pool water was very cold and really needs to be heated a little. Only ate breakfast in the hotel and it was good. A mix of western and Asian dishes, efficient service and not to crowded. In summary very nice rooms but in a very quiet and isolated location. The hotel really needs to add some more facilities or increase the frequency of its shuttle service into and back from Ubud. Taxis are not the answer as in Ubud they charge astronomical prices to travel the 3km to and from the hotel. Walking is dangerous as the road has no pavement/ sidewalk and is poorly lit.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: V Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed for one night before a business meeting in Dubai. First impressions were not good when I struggled to find the valet to take my car. The valet is shared with the adjacent shopping mall and W guests seem to get no priority. I had a lot of luggage but was not offered any help until I finally reached check in which is inconveniently located at around level 30. After checking in I had to struggle again with my bags down to my room on level 7. Why not just have ground floor check in like any sensible hotel? The room was quirky with an interesting view of the canal, Sheikh Zayed Road, the metro and the construction site that used to be lovely Safa Park.. Everything in the room is white. This is fine now the hotel is so new but I expect will soon look very shabby. There was a built in seating area but the seating is rock hard. Had time to visit the pool. This is a temporary pool during the soft opening of the W and is shared with the St Regis and Westin which adjoin. It is one of the smallest hotel pools I have ever seen with maybe 30 sun loungers to serve 3 large hotels! Quite bad tbh.. Didn't eat in the W but tried to get a drink in the top floor bar next to the check in area. Despite 3 or 4 bar staff being behind the bar and there only being one other customer I was ignored for 15 minutes. I complained and left not willing to give my business to such lousy staff. Check out was equally as laborious as check in. Up to the 30th floor with all my bags. Nobody to help lug them back down to the ground floor lobby. Then wait for my car - no chance to order the car from the valet whilst on the 30th floor. This really is a very badly designed hotel. I stayed the next few nights at the next door Westin which I would readily recommend as a far far better choice than the W.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Emirates Palace; City: Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: I had two stays at Emirates Palace in 2016 and both were marred by shockingly bad levels of service so I arrived this time expecting the worst. I was pleased to find things have much improved. I did not have to wait 30 minutes for a receptionist to be available to check me in (as last year, twice) and the room was ready at 2:30pm. I find at Emirates Palace it is best to let the staff adopt their usual modus operandi. Insisting on carrying your own bag or finding your own room causes absolute chaos. The staff cannot cope. I had one small bag and knew where to find the room but let the receptionist walk me the 1 kilometre or so (really that's no exaggeration) from the check in area to the room. My bag followed separately. My room was a "bog standard" coral room which was fine. "Bog standard" at Emirates Palace is ideal imho. I was in the east wing where sadly the pool is closed for maintenance til late August. This was disappointing as for those without children this is by far the best pool as it is so quiet and chilled. I visited the east wing pool (2km walk away) which, as expected, was very over crowded and full of screaming brats (spoilt and unruly children). It took ages for the staff to find a spare lounger and after an hour I'd had enough of the noise so left. In the evening I had to work so ordered room service. The prices where comparable to other UAE hotels but the food was far better. Next morning I had breakfast at Le Vendrome. Still a very good offering but still a ridiculously small venue for the main breakfast offering in the hotel. Arrive early! Great service and food. Shame there's no pork is my only criticism. Most of the guests looked non-Muslim so this is something the hotel need to look into. It's competitors offer pork at breakfast. Overall Emirates Palace has really picked itself up from a truly disgraceful state last year to a respectable 5 star offering this year. It is quite a way off the market leading standards in Abu Dhabi of the Park Hyatt Saadiyat but it is moving in the right direction. One final comment would be that the sheer number of day tripper tourists really do interfere very badly with access to and from the hotel - both on foot in the front lobby and in the valet parking area. It would be far better if paying guests could get some priority in a separate area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara; City: Hamim Liwa Oasis Emirate of Abu Dhabi; Review: I have been lucky to stay at Qasr Al Sarab several times and it remains consistent impressive but with niggling flaws - principally F&B related. I was upgraded to a room at the top of the hotel with superb desert views. The only drawback being a lot of steps to navigate especially to the pool. Golf buggies are available but it seemed lazy to call them. It was extremely hot during my stay (48-50c) but staff made the pool area as bearable as possible with plenty of water and cool towels. Unfortunately I don't think the pool could be cooled adequately because the water was quite warm and not ideal in the heat. Had planned dinner in the main restaurant Al Waha but as the hotel was quite Al Waha was only serving a very limited menu of 3 or 4 main courses. I went instead to Suhail which was busy and serving the usual menu. The food was tasty but the portion sizes were minute. I was not offered any bread and was left hungry. I complained and the bill was waived. Breakfast in Al Waha was a very different experience. Lots of choices. I was glad to arrive early as the restaurant soon ran out of tables and a lot of people were left to wait. Al Qasr is a great escape from the city but one or two nights is enough. There is not a lot to see or do and the restaurant options are limited (and pricey) but I suppose that goes with the location.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Stayed for a few days whilst on business in Dubai. Access to and from the hotel isn't easy at first as the signage is poor and the route you have to follow is convoluted. Check in was good and I got access to the room immediately at 9am. The room was very quiet and well decorated, as expected for a brand new Westin. Didn't have chance to use the hotel facilities much. Most guests seemed to be Chinese tour parties perhaps filling up the hotel in its early months of operation. Once the neighbouring area is finished it will be a good place to stay but at present there is very little around. I tried to walk to the metro station but this was a bad idea. It is much further than google maps says due to various closed footpaths/ roads that cannot be crossed. The only access is therefore my car or taxi and that is time consuming due to the poor road layout in the local area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: DASHUHUWAI(TM) iOS 6.1 and above;Android 4.3 and above; Bluetooth 4.0 devices. Key; Brand: DASHUHUWAI; Review: DASHUHUWAI Key Finder is easy to use!! Takes a minute to understand the directions. I down loaded the app. On to my phone. It was easy to connect my phone to the key finder. Its like any other bluetooth device. The app. Tells you if your connected and it has a button to push to make it start ringing. It also has a map you can use. I hope that it will hold up because I have it mounted on my key chain , which I throw around a lot. I think this is great thing to have because you never know when you'll lose your keys. I recieved this product at a discounted price for my honest and unbiased review. All that i have stated is 100% my own.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Salt and Pepper Grinder Set with Adjustable Coarseness. Suitable for Use As Spice Grinders; Brand: SR Homewares; Review: Best Salt and Pepper Grinder Set with Adjustable Coarseness by SR Homewares are Awesome! The grinders came in a simple white cardboard box. Both grinders are seperated by bubble wrap. The top of the grinder is made of stainless steel. The base container is made of glass. They both come with a stainless steel top. I got these grinders to replace my battery operated grinders that were falling apart. These new grinders are 5 1/2 inches tall. They have a wide solid base that keeps them from tipping over. To fill them I unscrewed the glass base. There easy to fill with the wide mouth. To adjust the courseness I turned the black nob in the center of the grinder. It can adjust to any size you want. I gave them a four out of five because there a little squeaky when grinding but they turned easy. I would say these are a great replacement of my old grinders. I'm real happy to have fresh ground salt and pepper! I recieved this product at a heavily discounted price for my honest and unbiased review. The opinions stated are are 100% my own.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SCOOBY DOO Kids Wall Art Prints - Set of Five Adorable Glossy Photos - Scooby - Shaggy - Thelma; Brand: BigWig Prints; Review: SCOOBY DOO Kids Wall Art Prints by BigWig Prints Are AWESOME LOOKING! These prints are bright and full of color. The prints arrived in a envolop divided by heavy paper. I've always loved scooby doo as a kid and these prints look just like the characters from the shows. There a perfect fit in a 810 frame. Im so happy to have these to hang in my daughter's room. These prints will give mSCOOBY DOO Kids Wall Art Printse something to tell her about when I was a kid. I received these for free for my honest and unbiased review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anti-slip Discs - Non Slip Stickers for Tubs and Showers (White); Brand: Tushies & Toes; Review: Anti-slip Discs - Non Slip Stickers for Tubs and Showers Work Great! We have 10 month old baby and shes done with her bath tub now its time for the big one but it is slippery. These disc were real easy to install. The thing that I found made biggest difference is cleaning the tub good before installing them. I like that they don't feel like sand paper but they do give you good grip. My daughter likes to play with them but luckily there not peeling up. There 11/2 inches in diameter. I would recommend to install them at night because you cant use the tub for 8 hours after installing them. Overall these are easy to install and will keep you from falling! I received this item at a discount for my honest and unbiased review.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kitchen Fanatic Large Ice Cube Tray - 2 Pack -; Brand: Kitchen Fanatic; Review: These are Huge Ice Cubes! I'm so glad to finally have something like this. In a small drinking glass you only need one ice cube. They last forever too. The trays are made out of silicone and are holding up great. It takes a little wiggling to geat the ice cubes free but its not to hard. The set comes with to trays and stack on each other for easy storage. I would recommend these to anyone wanting there ice to last longer. I received this product at a discount for my unbiased and honest review.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Swees Ultra Slim Leather Case/Cover for New Amazon Kindle Paperwhite/Kindle Paperwhite 3G with Elastic Hand; Brand: SWEES; Review: Perfect for the Paperwhite Kindle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SoundBot SB270 HD Stereo Bluetooth 3.0 Wireless Hands-free with Touch Control; Brand: Soundbot; Review: This is the first inexpensive BT headset that I've tried which doesn't cut off the audio even when I'm walking or running. So worth it for the price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Micro Bluetooth Speaker (Black) and 3.5mm Male to Male Stereo Audio Cable (2 Feet) Set; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Not the greatest sound but does the job. So easy to connect!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: VN 13-inch Slim Laptop Backpack (Black); Brand: VN; Review: I'm a dog trainer and often all I need to bring is a clipboard which swims inside my backpack. This is perfect!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cube Tracker Key Finder, Phone Finder, Replaceable Battery, Waterproof; Brand: Cube; Review: It's nice and sleek. App was great (not one of those from China). But it would beep for no reason. Or it would disconnect for no reason, which would result in unnecessary beeping. Returned it.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Arris DG1670A Touchstone Data Gateway Bulk Packed; Brand: ARRIS; Review: Practically plug and play. Now I can return my leased modem to Time Warner Cable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Ultra Thin Indoor TV Antenna - 25 Mile Range; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Does the job. I got the main channels: ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox. Everything else was icing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Waiting to Be Heard: A Memoir; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Knox Page; Review: I thought Amanda Knox's book was absolutely spellbinding. It told of her unbelievable experience being charged with murder in Italy and being wrongly incarcerated for 4 years. I literally could not put it down. I highly recommend it. I loved it so much that I also decided to read Raffaele Sollecito's book. He was arrested along with her.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Let's Spend the Night Together: Backstage Secrets of Rock Muses and Supergroupies; Author: Visit Amazon's Pamela Des Barres Page; Review: I obviously knew that there would be sex and promiscuity involved in this book, that was a given. But I had no idea just how pathetic these poor women really were. And all through the book the author tries to show that being a "groupie" is a good and valuable thing and that they are all proud of it. If anything, she has proven just the opposite and cemented the idea even more in my head that they were slutty trash that were used by the men they went with. And my opinion of the rock stars has done down several notches as well. The book is just one meaningless encounter after another. If something memorable happened, it would have been more interesting, but do I really need to know what sexual favors they gave and how many times these women gave it to the men? I couldn't even finish the book because it was actually boring (and sickening) after a while. It made me very sad to read about these women and the stars they "serviced". Made me glad I am a fan and not a groupie. And by the way, in no way was Jane Asher a "groupie"!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Late, Late at Night; Author: Visit Amazon's Rick Springfield Page; Review: Well, what can I say? Another fan fooled by an "image". I realize that Rick was trying to be honest in this book but I feel that there are some things the world is better off not knowing. I think he could have told his life story without all the vulgar language and F-bombs throughout the book. But I guess this sort of stuff sells. I remember being a huge fan in the early 70's and then again in the 80's. Glad I didn't know all this stuff then. I was hugely disappointed in the way he wrote the book and in some of the things he did in his life. Yes, I know we are all human and make mistakes but this was a little too much for me. Although I found some of his tales of Australia and growing up interesting, I am for the most part turned off by this book.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: When They Were Boys: The True Story of the Beatles' Rise to the Top; Author: Visit Amazon's Larry Kane Page; Review: I was disappointed overall in this book. Although I appreciated hearing some new stories, still I was expecting something better. As it has been pointed out by countless others, there are many inaccuracies throughout the book. For someone who had met and traveled with the Beatles, this is unacceptable. Also I found it very hard to wade through all the flowery, descriptive language in the book. It made the book so hard to read. I would have preferred plainer language. Most books I read very quickly, especially books about the Beatles. I really had to force myself to finish this one.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Can't Buy Me Love: The Beatles, Britain, and America; Author: Visit Amazon's Jonathan Gould Page; Review: Although this book has many interesting passages, probably 100 pages could be deleted and not take away from the good parts of the book. All of the history that the author talks about, especially in the beginning of the book, borders on excruciatingly boring. Also the pages and pages on Weber and Freud, in a book about the Beatles? Really? I thought I was reading a book about the Beatles but had to plow through all that other stuff in order to get to the stuff I wanted to read. Being over 600 pages long, and being extremely hard to read, it took me forever to read this book. I always thought I had a pretty decent vocabulary, but I have never read a book that had so many words that were unknown to me. Also most of the musical lingo he uses in the book would be lost on your average person since most people I'm guessing don't know what 3/4 and 4/4 time is or what a release or tonic is, or what a coda is. I would much rather read a book that is written in plainer language. The author should understand that not everyone out there has been schooled in music theory or can speak like a college professor. The criticism of some of the songs also was way off in my estimation. People like what they like, no matter what anyone else thinks. The author obviously has a strong dislike for some of the songs which by the way are some of my favorites. Do I have bad taste? Also a few facts and song lyrics were off as well but that happens a lot in many books. Overall the book was good if he would have just left out all the extraneous, unnecessary information.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with news articles as follows:
Title: I'm Sorry, But Please Do Not Put Your Purse On My Couch; Abstract: Welcome to my house, please drop your bag right there.; Category: health
Title: What Happens to Your Body When You Give Up Alcohol; Abstract: Physically and mentally, you basically become a whole new person.; Category: health
Title: Bed, Bath and Beyond Pulls 'Blackface Pumpkins From the Shelves; Abstract: The pumpkins were removed from stores after an upstate New York community filed complaints.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Martha Stewart says Felicity Huffman looks 'schlumpy' in prison; Abstract: Martha said the actress needs to up her style while in the slammer.; Category: tv
Title: Giuliani Is Drawing Attention to Hunter Biden's Work in Romania. But There's a Problem.; Abstract: Rudolph W. Giuliani, President Trump's personal lawyer, signaled this month that he planned to open a new front in his attacks against former Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. work done by Mr. Biden's son Hunter Biden for a wealthy Romanian business executive facing corruption charges. But there's a problem with that strategy: Mr. Giuliani participated in an effort that would have helped the same executive, and was in fact...; Category: news
Title: Fact Checker: Trump's shiny new talking point about income growth; Abstract: The president is touting numbers that favorably compare his record to Obama and Bush, but he's cherry-picking the data.; Category: news
Title: This Is What Queen Elizabeth Is Doing About the Prince William-Prince Harry Feud; Abstract: According to royal insiders, Queen Elizabeth has directed Prince Charles to put a stop to the feud between William and Harry. Here's why she's so worried.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Former Federal Prosecutor Says Lori Loughlin's Daughters Could Be Charged in College Scandal; Abstract: Could Lori Loughlin's Daughters Be Charged in Scandal? Legal Experts Weigh In; Category: tv
Title: Why President Trump's kids are probably celebrating his move to Florida; Abstract: The No. 1 reason billionaires decide to move.; Category: finance
Title: Charles Rogers, former Michigan State football, Detroit Lions star, dead at 38; Abstract: Charles Rogers, the former Michigan State football star whom the Detroit Lions selected with the second overall pick in 2003 NFL draft, has died.; Category: sports | mind |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Silent Tears: A Journey of Hope in a Chinese Orphanage; Author: Visit Amazon's Kay Bratt Page; Review: Good insight into what goes on in Chinese orphanages but such a depressing read.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Doorstep Girls; Author: Visit Amazon's Valerie Wood Page; Review: Loved this read. Predictable ending. But still a book to be enjoyed; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Life We Bury (Wheeler Large Print Book Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Allen Eskens Page; Review: Fast paced. Well written. Clever plot. Beautiful use of language.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: When I'm Gone: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Emily Bleeker Page; Review: A sweet read.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Iron Lake; Author: Visit Amazon's William Kent Krueger Page; Review: Good story. Great narrator; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: See How They Run; Author: Visit Amazon's Tom Bale Page; Review: Worth a read; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Allie and Bea : A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Catherine Ryan Hyde Page; Review: Loved this book. Ending predictable BUT getting to the end was lyrical and beautiful; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: LuxPro LV3 Line Voltage Thermostat, Cool Only; Brand: Lux; Review: Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Paslode Compatible 404717 Ni-Mh Rechargeable Battery by Pexell; Brand: Paslode; Review: Good; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anytime Tools 5 Lathe Mill CENTER DRILL COUNTERSINK Bit Tooling SET; Brand: Anytime Tools; Review: good Experience; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mitutoyo 050103, Edge/Center Finder, 3/8" Diameter Shank, 0.200" Diameter Tip; Brand: Mitutoyo; Review: good Experience; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HHIP 3900-0008 1/16 Inch R8 Round Collet; Brand: HHIP; Review: good Experience; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HFS Brand 58pc 5/8" Slot 1/2"-13 Stud HOLD DOWN CLAMP CLAMPING SET KIT BRIDGEPORT MILL; Brand: HFS; Review: good Experience; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bonlux LED Gx53 Light Bulb 5W Warm White LED Under Cabinet Light Downlight Puck Light for Replace CFL Gx53 Light; Brand: Bonlux; Review: good Experience! Good Product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Scooby-Doo's Greatest Mysteries (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sex and the City: Season 4 (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: If These Walls Could Talk (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pay It Forward (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fallen (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coach Carter (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleepless in Seattle (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bad Boys (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Along Came Polly (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Braveheart (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forever Young (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Man Without a Face (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Patch Adams (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Sixth Sense (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Steel Magnolias (1989); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rain Man (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Erin Brockovich (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fever Pitch (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guess Who (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shark Tale (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: GoodFellas: Special Edition (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pretty Woman (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cheaper by the Dozen (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Big Chill (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Armageddon (1998); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dr. Dolittle (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Men of Honor (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dora the Explorer: Super Silly Fiesta! (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dirty Dancing (1987); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dora the Explorer: Pirate Adventure (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Finding Forrester (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Annie Hall (1977); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Tenenbaums (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cocktail (1988); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stepmom (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Daddy Day Care (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: As Good as It Gets (1997); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Better Than Chocolate (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Runaway Bride (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: We Were Soldiers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Taxi Driver (1976); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dora the Explorer: Egg Hunt (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Radio (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Maid in Manhattan (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Princess Diaries (Widescreen) (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Rules of Engagement (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Little Women (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Godfather (1972); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Schindler's List (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Two Weeks Notice (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Coyote Ugly (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The General's Daughter (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Patriot (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What's Love Got to Do with It (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 12 Monkeys (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Office: Series 2 (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Home Alabama (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 13 Going on 30 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Green Mile (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Birdcage (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Few Good Men (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Titanic (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Saving Private Ryan (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Oz: Season 3 (1997); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bridget Jones's Diary (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Pacifier (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Frida (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 2 (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: American Beauty (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Storm (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Disclosure (1994); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Freddy vs. Jason (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Wedding Planner (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mind (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Man on Fire (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Presumed Innocent (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sixteen Candles (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 50 First Dates (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Women Want (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: On Golden Pond (1981); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ghost Ship (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Trevor (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibly True Adventure of 2 Girls in Love (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Serendipity (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ladykillers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: 28 Days Later (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Saw (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Sting (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Shrek 2 (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Passion of the Christ (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bound (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Road to Perdition (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Forgotten (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Bringing Down the House (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cabin Fever (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: True Romance (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gone in 60 Seconds (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Set It Off (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seabiscuit (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: What Lies Beneath (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Under the Tuscan Sun (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Miss Congeniality (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Honeymoon in Vegas (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wild at Heart (1990); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: I Am Sam (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: St. Elmo's Fire (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Walk to Remember (2002); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: It Could Happen to You (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hunt for Red October (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sister Act (1992); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Spanglish (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Legends of the Fall (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Breakfast Club (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: High Crimes (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Claire of the Moon (1993); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Driving Miss Daisy (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Less Than Zero (1987); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Apollo 13 (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cruel Intentions (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Dora the Explorer: Catch the Stars (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Grudge (2004); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Volunteers (1985); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: VeggieTales Classics: Josh and the Big Wall! (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catch Me If You Can (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: In & Out (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Good Will Hunting (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Turner and Hooch (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Goonies (1985); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 8MM (1999); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Angels in America (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Deeds (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Amos & Andrew (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cold Mountain (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The School of Rock (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Windtalkers (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Back to the Future (1985); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Incredibles (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Cider House Rules (1999); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Forrest Gump (1994); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A League of Their Own (1992); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Final Destination (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rock (1996); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Practical Magic (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 8 Mile (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Boys Don't Cry (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: John Q (2001); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidalgo (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Thelma & Louise: Special Edition (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: What's Eating Gilbert Grape (1993); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Kramer vs. Kramer (1979); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Terms of Endearment (1983); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gia (1998); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Client (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story (1995); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jerry Maguire (1996); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Cast Away (2000); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Notebook (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mary Poppins (1964); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raising Arizona (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Toy Story 2 (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: You've Got Mail (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Field of Dreams (1989); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: City of Angels (1998); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dead Poets Society (1989); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Pretty in Pink (1986); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monster (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Notting Hill (1999); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Girl (1991); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ocean's Eleven (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Traffic (2000); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Born on the Fourth of July (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mona Lisa Smile (2003); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Big (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Remember the Titans (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Drugstore Cowboy (1989); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Little House on the Prairie: Season 7 (1980); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blow (2001); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Philadelphia (1993); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: National Treasure (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hitch (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial: The 20th Anniversary (Rerelease) (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Full Metal Jacket (1987); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Ring (2002); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Constantine (2005); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Adventures of Sharkboy & Lavagirl (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Crash (2005); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Super Size Me (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Moulin Rouge (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Robin Hood (Disney) (1973); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Big Fish (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Longest Yard (2005); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dora the Explorer: Dora's Halloween (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sarah McLachlan: Afterglow Live (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Girlfight (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Beaches (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: My Cousin Vinny (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The L Word: Season 1 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Thorn Birds (1983); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Boys on the Side (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Happy Gilmore (1996); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rainmaker (1997); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Accused (1988); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: If These Walls Could Talk 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Witness (1985); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Gods Must Be Crazy 2 (1990); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Man in the Moon (1991); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tipping the Velvet (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Malacca Straits Hotel; City: Melaka Central Melaka District Melaka State; Review: We just wanted to spend a night in Melaka, and after an hour walk we found this hotel, which seemed ok for $60. The rooms are big, but apparently have no maintenance, so there was mould in the bathroom ceiling and the AC didn't work so well. Even worse than that was that the bed sheets hadn't been changed. We called reception for another room, but they just sent someone to change the sheets. They offer a beautiful bath kit with shower gel, shampoo and tooth brushes, but the towel are very small, old and ripped. At least we didn't see any cockroaches.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Montego Bay Beach Village; City: Morjim North Goa District Goa; Review: We spent 2 nights at Montego Bay in a beach tent. It was a nice experience sleeping to the sound of waves. The restaurant is right on the beachfront,but the food is disappointing and the employees don't really speak english and are not very friendly. The room was never cleaned during our stay. The price is quite acceptable for such a location. The beach is not crowded although there were always dogs and cows around. Even inside the restaurant there were dogs. Need to be careful not to step on animal droppings all the time.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jivana; City: Mandrem North Goa District Goa; Review: This is the right place for relaxing away from everything. We stayed three nights in the garden house because the yabyum beach resort was fully booked. It has two rooms and a big open air bathroom. At night you hear all kind of sounds from the forest and lots of animals come close (mostly mosquitos). Although they dont have a restaurant the buffet breakfast is complete with fresh fruit, homemade jams, freshly made juices, etc. For dinner you can order typical food in advance, which is also prepared with great care and very tasty. If you get bored or just want to go to the beach or market you need a taxi or scooter. The beach is 10min away and it's clean but a bit crowded sometimes, with sellers or dogs bothering every 30min. I don't think it is worth to go to north Goa just to stay there, but it could be combined with other places.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Galaxy Hotel; City: Alimos Attica; Review: I just stayed one night, before picking up a boat in Alimos Marina. The hotel is 300m from the marina, in a nice neighborhood with restaurants, supermarkets, bars and other shops. It's in a perfect location to wake up and do your shopping before getting on a boat. The rooms are basic, but fully equipped with AC and TV. Sea facing rooms are noisy because of a busy road. Room facing the rear are somewhat quieter, but you can still hear some noise. The staff was very friendly and buffet breakfast was ok.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Al Salam Rotana Hotel; City: Khartoum Khartoum State; Review: I live in Khartoum and got a yearly pass to use Rotana's health club and swimming pool. This review is only based on that experience. Rotana has an excellent pool, providing towels and comfortable beds. The gym is also very well equipped and clean, as are the changing rooms, although from time to time they get a bit smelly. Gym and pool staff members could be much nicer and better trained. Some don't speak proper English and don't know about the hotel's services. They constantly insist in keeping the music way over what would be considered "ambient volume". They ignore systematically the guests' complaints about the music being too loud in the gym and even by the pool. It gets so loud that you can't talk with a person next to you. The health club membership price is quite high compared to other 5 star hotels. The food served by the pool is average, but sometimes is not warm enough (maybe is forgotten at the kitchen until a waiter goes to pick it up) The hotel managers are very friendly and frequently inquire guests about their satisfaction.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Unrequited (A Beachwood Bay Love Story) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Melody Grace Page; Review: Dex omg! Can that man get any sexier. Can't wait to see what happens with him and Amanda. Her writing is amazing you just fly through the book, she transports you right there with the characters.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Proposed Deal - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sandi Lynn Page; Review: From the moment he made his appearance in the book at the bar, with his first words... "I'm Max" to Emma, the passion never ended. Emma flew to NY to attend fashion school, surprisingly the same gorgeous man she blew off in the bar the night before, happened to be on the plane with her. They deplaned and Max's parents met him at the airport. Max grabbed Emma, whispering to her, go along with what I'm saying please .... Her life would never be the same. He proposed a deal. He wanted his trust and she needed her tuition paid. He was a no commitment kind of guy, but hey we could have fun along the way right? Time was up. They could now go their separate ways, but what happened during, and after kept your eyes and emotions spinning. What s great story. Made you feel so good inside, and omg! So sexy and hot! Max was some hottie.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TAKEN; Brand: M. Giguere; Review: Taken by Storm takes you through an emotional journey of two people who have found themselves totally and completely in love with their soul mate. Timing sucks, and Meg belongs to someone else, but her heart belongs to Doug, Doug Storm that is. Through years of keeping their love between the two of them it takes it toll, until one day everything is Taken By Storm. This is an amazing read, you will NOT be disappointed. You will be drawn in from page one until Doug's very last words yearning for more. Jo Overfield; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Billionaire Bargain - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lila Monroe Page; Review: Grant Devlin is a lover to hate. Can't stop reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Billionaire Bargain 2 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lila Monroe Page; Review: Grant is a hot and sexy, not to mention stubborn witty and very charming man. He keeps you lured in. You don't want to miss a beat.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Billionaire Bargain 3 - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lila Monroe Page; Review: Grant shows his typical arrogant, stubborn, I'm the billionaire, so aren't you sorry your not touching me.... self, then he shows his sexy, soft, incredible, ....god can I. Have one of those to go please. You won't be sorry you read this series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Promise of Forever (Promises Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jessica Wood Page; Review: I absolutely loved this book. It warmed my heart. Each and every page kept me waiting for that special moment I knew was coming.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Private Seduction (The Hideaway of Desires Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lindsay Lake Page; Review: Loved, loved this book. Max was hot and sizzling. He was just the right amount of bad boy, who stoled your heart. This was a great read. You won't regret.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brothers (Brotherhood of Souls Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.C. Falls Page; Review: Loving this series. Darren is quick witted and hot as son! I wanted to come through my ereader. This is a must read for sure.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Other Side of Someday (Carolina Days Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Carey Heywood Page; Review: This was a beautiful story, and Clay was a very sexy & hot book boyfriend. Clay was one of those that had the ability to grab you from the time he opened his mouth, captivating you with his sex appeal, while having the ability to make you fall in love with him as he held your hand the whole way.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Muse - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Coral F. Black Page; Review: Awesome! The author does not disappoint. She keeps you locked in the storyline, and I can't wait to start the next book to find out what happens. Daniel has way to many secrets for me...girls I gotta know. He's to HOT for his own good. Daniel and Twyla are great together. I highly recommend this book. You will not regret the read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Billionaire's Nanny - Kindle edition; Brand: Helen Cooper; Review: I enjoyed the read. The professor has a real SEX appeal about him. I only wish the story was longer and the dialogue and the characters were aloud to mature with the storyline. Especially right at the end. It was like, we have three seconds to get the fairy tale ending in. To bad. I still enjoyed the book. Author had great characters, storyline going, and hot banter/sex, what was in this short book. I just wished we could of gotten a full length story of these two.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Missing Pieces: Book 3 Finding Me Series - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J J Harper Page; Review: After going through so much with all of the Characters in this series, you didn't think it could get any worse. The enormity of the insanity of Tamsins mother and her childhood, along with what has happened to her blows my mind. The thing that blew my mind even more was the love and compassion Lucas had and continued to show thoroughout the entire book. From the first time he laid eyes on her, till the very end. The storyline was excellent, and the ending unexpected, but showed true means to an end without giving a spoiler. I was in Dallas, and I heard a man by the name of Tony E. on the radio say: Love isn't a feeling, love is doing the right thing by that person. You don't have to like a person, or what they do, but you have to love them. Wow! What a powerful message. I thought of that after all these years after reading this book. There's all different types of love, but the message is the same. I really am glad I read this book. Well done JJ.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chance of a Lifetime - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Christa Lynn Page; Review: This was a new author to me, and I was very impressed with her work, and her storyline. It spoke to me, being middle aged myself. I find that most romances main characters are of younger ages, but Brooke was in her early forties, and Chance was 33. Chance first came across for a brief moment as the typical, sexy good looking man, but he soon proved to be more than meets the eye. Chance becomes attracted to Brooke, a women who had been abandoned by her husband of 20 plus years of marriage. Like a lot of men, deciding the grass was greener on the other side. Brooke was typical, she had dedicated her life to Gary, her husband and her two children, neglecting her needs for years. The typical "they come first, you come last". Brooke finds herself in Florida starting a new life where she meets HIM, Chance. Not only does he surprise Brooke, but he surprises himself when he starts to have feelings for her that reach deeper than friendship. Chance's profession nearly destroys his relationship with Brooke, but in the process reveals shocking details & secrets about Brooks life from the past 20 years of her marriage. Tragedy, pain, danger, and love are what broke two families apart, but it will also be what brings one family back together. Chance is like a book boyfriends version of Jack Bauer from the TV series 24, with all the sex appeal and the "I Love You" mixed in with it. Remember, Jack Bauer always came to the rescue, he always knew what to do, and HE was one BAD ASS. A must read. If you want a love story mixed with intrigue, mystery, danger, crime, and good alpha sex with the promising looks to kill and a body to die for, look no further. Take a "Chance of a Lifetime" and download to your e-reader.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Muse II: Pedestal - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Coral F. Black Page; Review: Daniel is the most mysterious, sexy, frustrating, hot as hell man ever. What is he up to? and I want him bad. Someone please tell me what is it with Elena? I can't figure this out. You must read this. He is a sexy, alpha, your mine, but I might call you today or I might not, there's a mysterious women in my life, you ask me questions I never answer, and when I bed you you NEVER forget me...kind of guy, but I know there's a reason behind him. Daniel is your Muse. You should of seen me when I got to the end of the story, I was throwing a mini tantrum, kicking and saying "OMG! Really?" I have to wait until the next book. Lol great Job Coral F Black; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Muse III: Inspiration - Kindle edition; Brand: Coral F. Black; Review: I was thrilled when the final book in this series was released, because I had been anxiously awaiting Daniel and Twyla's fate. Daniel's secret play a huge role once again in the relationship between him and Twyla. On another note, I don't think this man could of been any sexier. Oh and the end...Wait for it...,wait for it ..... Bam! It met every expectation I had and more. Daniel definitely made this years list of favorite book boyfriend muse's. I recommend this series. You will not be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Four Week Fiance 2 (Four Week Fiance Series) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J. S. Cooper Page; Review: What a joy to read this book. I absolutely loved it. TJ drips sex appeal and alpha appeal. The connection between him and Mila was nothing short of the true definition of a soul mate. The story line was consistent, sexy, well written and kept your attention. The author drew you in, and you felt so much a part of this couples journey, you literally walked along side them. Your own heart will combust as you finally hear TJ confront Mila , over his years of pent up emotions. I RECOMMEND this book because it will cause you to fly. Smiles. It's an awesome book, and one you must read. Another job well done.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grayson (Brotherhood of Souls Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.C. Falls Page; Review: What can I say... I go limp for the Souls brothers. I'll take them any way I can get them. Grayson is no exception. He's the big, tall, powerful one of the bunch, and he became a lawyer. Seeking help from a massage therapist in town by the name of Kara, Grayson finds more than relief for his aches and pains. Grayson took on a big Tobacco company in a lawsuit. Because of the continuous threats to Grayson's life, he was forced into a series of events that would jeopardize everything he ever worked for, including his future with Kara. Kara never gave up hope that one day she would reunite with the man she fell in love with in the small town of Beauville. I am in love and lust with these brothers. They are my "Soul" mates. Pun intended. Another great read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reunion - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J J Harper Page; Review: OMG! This is my first MM book. I loved it. The characters Nico and Ryan were awesome, and I immediately fell in love with both of them. The storyline is so good. The book I feel helps deal with the issues society brings about regarding how love should be perceived. I fell head over heels for this couple, rallying for them, cheering them on, and feeling my heartstrings being tugged. I'm so into what's happening, and where the story is going, I didn't see two people the same. I saw two people in love fighting to take back what they always wanted, each other. There is so much to the story that keeps your interest, and now mystery to the mix. The story is so well written. Of course, now I'm crazy nuts because I have to know what's going to happen next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Knowing His Secret (Year of the Billionaire series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.C. Falls Page; Review: I'm reading another book by KC Falls. I like how I experience a completely different storyline with these characters. Her writings are so different, you can never tire of them. Still basking in the thrill of the Souls brothers Series. This series has me drawn in by the seductive, and mysterious Tristan. Her MC Raina, is smitten by the billionaire who's attentiveness has her wanting more. She finds that he's keeping a secret, one she wished he would talk about. Tristan is sexy, and mysterious. I can't wait to find out what happens in book 2.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taking his Risk (Year of the Billionaire series Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.C. Falls Page; Review: The book is getting so exciting. Tristan is so sexy, but at the same time so secretive and vague. He's made a point to become very protective over Raina and her family. Things are heating up. After time away with Raina, his biggest fears come true. The secret, his biggest fear, may be inadvertently happening because of him again. Now on to book 3.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Keeping His Promise (Year of the Billionaire series Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.C. Falls Page; Review: This book took you through the epic event of her mothers return. Tristan continued to contemplate through a series of events whether his feelings were something he could risk all the walls he had put up to protect himself, and everyone he cared about. Raina had decided maybe she should leave fate to decide whether Tristan was really the right choice. You will love book 3. Another KC Falls book that didn't disappoint. Onward.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wyatt (Brotherhood of Souls Book 4) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.C. Falls Page; Review: KC is going to have to come up with another book for the Souls brothers. Reunion, CHRISTMAS, OR SOMETHING. I cannot get enough of these boys. Each one is so very different in personality, and yet you want to jump in each of their arms and not let go. Wyatt proved no exception. He to delivered the same punch of sexy, SOULful manhood we all hope to find when we read each book. I hate that this is the end of my journey with the brothers, but Wyatt was truly a heck of a way to go. Him and Laney lit up my e-reader, and all I wanted was to take Laney's place. He was the most complex, and strangest of the boys, but also the baddest in a "save the day" sort of way. He also was a sexy, mysterious sorta creature. In the end WWS proved he too had the heart of a low country boy name SOUL.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Big Rock (Big Rock Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lauren Blakely Page; Review: Okay, so you would of thought Spencer would of been the quenticential jerk. He was rich, good looking, hard bodied. He had it all, and he knew it. This story took me for a surprising turn, sucking me into Spencer and Charlotte's story. I completely forgot the premis behind its beginning, REAL OR FAKE. The story was so sweet, romantic, sexy, and heartwarming. I truly enjoyed this read. You couldn't get any hotter than Spencer, this man, and his mouth made me explode in laughter. When they finally revealed the size of his boat, I about fell off my chair and lost my e-reader. Spencer was what every girl truly dreams of, TRULY.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forever and Always Collection (Contemporary Romance Boxed Set) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's E. L. Todd Page; Review: I really enjoyed the series so far. The one thing that struck me was the closeness of the characters in the books. The only way to describe it is a Romance novel version of the TV show friends comrodery. They were funny, protective, loved each other, dealt with life issues, and talked with each other about everything. Sean and Scar are a perfect Imperfect couple. Meaning things don't always go as planned, and they aren't perfect. Things get complicated, more than expected, and they got tied up in troubles of more than one kind. At first I wanted to teach Sean a lesson in reality, then I wanted to teach Scar a thing or two. E. L. For sure had you involved with each character and their relationships. You were feeling all the emotions, whatever they may be. Sometimes I felt like smacking someone, !; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Crush on Her Best Friend's Brother, Part 1 (A Crush on Her Best Friend's Brother Serials) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: Even though this was a short read it drew me in. I was glued. I can't wait to read and see what happens in the next book. Already in love with Brother. Sigh!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Crush on Her Best Friend's Brother, Part 2 (A Crush on Her Best Friend's Brother Serials) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: Okay so I'm addicted to this series now. They are short stories, but I'm in love with Brad and Rachel's story. I'm in love with Brad, what you talking about. Lol.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ripped (Shattered Hearts Book 7) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Cassia Leo Page; Review: This was a fantastic read. I know nothing about surfing, but I enjoyed this so much. Adam was not what I expected. He was funny, witty, but so put together in a man boy sort of way at times. He definitely rocked in the sex appeal. Yes, he had his moments of when you thought he may not make the right choices, but he proved himself to be the man many thought he couldn't. To them, and to himself. I loved the journey. He and Lindsay rocked.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Northern Lights - A Novel - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's KB Winters Page; Review: I'm in love. This was not what I expected at first. Taylor is not your typical rich girl, and Blake is not what you would expect a Navy SEAL to be. Not in Alaska out in the middle of nowhere. We all have an idea in our head I suppose of who these men are, and Taylor seems as clueless as the rest of us. You rarely get the privilege to meet one. Alaska, would be the last place I'd would expect one to be living. Mercy... She's only touched the surface and I'm clambering for more. I have to know what's up with Blake, the sexy SEAL, and I have to know what Taylor is gonna do? This left me screaming at the end. Swiping my ereader. Surly there was a mistake? NO.... I want my BLAKE. This man is hot! Sigh! Oh and then there's Davis, let the battle between Mother and daughter. Looking forward to the next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Finn - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Ahren Sanders Page; Review: The book opens up with the perfect set-up scene and some of the best badass dialogue and of course muscle drama. Which equates to sexy bad boy alert - incoming warning! If you think these boys are badass; then she takes you right into a dialogue portion with Presley and Simon, who also has the gift for...shall we say sexy badass banter. Within a few minutes she's set up the storyline, your wheels are turning. As you read along at first your anxious because you realize what's supposed to happen, but along the journey reality of life becomes real. She touches your heart, but through pain and adversity, she still finds a way to remind us through humor what made it all worth living for. Finn, the sexy ex marine now security specialist...(we will leave it at that, considering that title covers a broad spectrum lol,) has the sex appeal of standing between the two hottest men you've ever dreamed of being between while one dressed in a designer suit, the other in tight jeans, and no shirt and a few tattoos. While your holding your favorite designer purse over your shoulder, sporting Christian Dior, wearing Louboutins, and eating Chunky Monkey ice cream right out of the carton. Yep that's Finn. This author is generous, she confuses us. She gives us choices. There are more, men that is, and they are all badass, and all marines... Or ex-marines. Is there anything as an ex marine? Nah. Anyway, ...Him and Presley go on this roller coaster ride. He breaks her out of her shell. , Yea, I know right? It was good for me too! Which brings me to my point. If I had to equate this story to anything, it was like licking the tootsie roll pop to see how many licks to get to the tootsie roll. You unwrap it, it's looks appetizing. You take your first lick, it's amazing, then the more you lick it's still taste great, but your wanting to hurry to get to the tootsie roll. The reward. But boy when you finally get to that tootsie roll, it was worth every lick, every single one. Trust me you will either cry, or place an ad for your own Finn immediately. Probably both.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Crush on Her Best Friend's Brother, Part 4 (A Crush on Her Best Friend's Brother Serials) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: So I finally finished the series. I was so happy I read it. This was a new author to me, and this won't be my last series I will read. Brad & Rachel sizzled. Brad showed a side of himself that almost melted my ereader, then he showed a side that melted my heart. I loved how the author handled the storyline. It left me smiling, and yes I even teared up. Smiles.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Assistant, Part 1 (His Assistant Serials) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: Part 1, came with Part 4 of A crush On Her Best Friends Brother. I began reading this book immediately after finishing one of her others. As I read the first 4 or 5 pages I had tears rolling down my cheeks. Then within the next chapter and beyond I was so impressed at the dialogue, quickly followed by the wittiest sexy banter ever written, between Kevin and Brooke. I don't think I've ever been as entertained as I was reading this book. The sexual tension between these two was so intense, you felt it. I was in the library reading my tablet and laughed out loud at one point. Kevin was incredibly sexy, super Alpha, and of course super gorgeous, and he found himself attracted to Brooke. Brooke sported an attitude toward Luke that turned his world up side down. Brooke's comments about her past at times tore my heart out. She took a job at Luke Technologies, to find out about her future, as a result from something she found out about her past. After spending time as Kevin's assistant in Las Vegas, which resulted in some real intense on the job training...smiles, she wasn't prepared to hear what she overheard. As I was reading the book, I was trying to figure out if there was a surprise about Luke, but the end threw me for a loop. What a shocker, maybe? I don't know if my guess is right? Can't wait to read next book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reunited (Reunion) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's J J Harper Page; Review: Again, JJ brings it home. This book did not disappoint. The beginning confirmed my suspicions from the previous cliffhanger in book 1. She takes you through Ryan and Nico's journey, that once again sizzles in their personal life. Then she leads you down the mysterious path of events that lead you to an unexpected ending. I was on the edge of my seat wondering how it was going to unfold. Great book, great read. Looking forward to the conclusion to the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Assistant, Part 2 (His Assistant Serials) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: This author keeps hitting the nail on the head. I don't think I've read such a hot book. Brooke and Kevin sizzle! Omg! Kevin is the ultimate in alpha male. The sexual banter between them continue, keeping you in a permanent state of erotic hysteria. They try to go back to their normal work relationship after Vegas, but there's no way, even when they try to stay apart. As Brooke and Kevin become closer, she decides being honest is the best route. What happens next will have your head spinning. Amazing read; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Assistant, Part 3 (His Assistant Serials) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: This was a page turner from page one of book 1. Kevin has to be one of, if not the the sexiest alpha book boyfriend I've ever read. This guy was smokin! The sexy banter between Kevin and Brooke was the fantastic! The storyline was great. This book started with Kevin's trauma, and Brooke's determination to be by his side. She loved him, and regardless of how Kevin felt about things, she wasn't going anywhere, at least for awile. In time she would reveal to Kevin what he needed to know about her, and the reason she had all the information in the box. She also revealed her secret to Luke. When the story reached the end and Brooke left something for Kevin and Luke, I lost it. Tears started rolling down my face. I loved the ending, and I'm so glad I read this series. I highly recommend it loved, loved it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Undo Me: The Good Ol' Boys - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's M. Robinson Page; Review: Omg! This was the most amazing love story. The bad boy Dylan challenged by the new girl in town Aubrey, who stood up to him every chance she got with her sassy attitude. Aubrey was going to teach him a lesson, and Dylan was bound and determined if she was going to try, Aubrey would enjoy the experience. His witty, and charming comebacks were enough to get your heart racing. The story followed their lives, as their relationship developed, but traumatic event that caused the downward spiral, left me experiencing so many emotions. I know there were times I held my breath, right before the tears fell. But reading Dylan and Aubrey's struggle for there future pulled me in. Every time Dylan spoke his famous words my heart melted. My recommendation, is run don't walk to order this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Assistant Serials (Ultimate Box Set) (Including The Final Story) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: I've read the entire series. When I got to the final story I cannot describe my joy. This is one of those series you NEVER want to end. Tyler and Kathy made me jump up and and down clapping. How does this author keep doing this. The continued sexy banter, sexy characters, great storylines. My hats off to Sharon Cummins again. Fantastic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GO LONG - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Joanna Blake Page; Review: This was one of my favorite books of the the year so far. I put it in my top ten. It was Fing A. Wow! Kyle was one hot man. An ex Marine, who finished to go back to school, and met the gorgeous, and smart Belinda. Their romance was nothing short of sexual combustion. These two heat up my Kindle. Kyle's personality had me hooked from page one, and the rest of him from the first chapter. His alpha nature had me climbing the walls. I thought the storyline was great, original, and very different than everyone else's. I give this book a five star rating. Great job!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deep In You (The Phoenix Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's David S. Scott Page; Review: I waited so long for this book, and it did not disappoint. I absolutely loved the storyline, and the main characters. I also loved reading the story from the main character Xander's point of view. It was hot and sexy, intriguing, and left me wanting more. I am so looking forward to book two in this series. Great read, and I highly recommend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: QUAKE (Quake Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Jacob Chance Page; Review: I really enjoyed the story of Kyle and Janny. Kyle had a particular alpha male about him that made him irresistible. The storyline kept your interest, and the chemistry between the characters was great. A great read.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deeper In You (The Phoenix Series Book 2) eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's David S. Scott Page; Review: The second book kept me in complete suspense. The triangle between the characters, and the zeal Xander had for love and his sport kept me on the edge of my seat. I loved the storyline, and being a sports romance, with suspense was so sexy fun. The author did a fantastic job of keeping your interest, you could not put it down. I couldn't help but be shocked, and smile at the same time at the conclusion. Congratulations to this authors first release. If this is any indication of what's to come, I cannot wait.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billionaire's Secret; Brand: Visit Amazon's Simone Sowood Page; Review: This book began with best friends Abbie and Sam making their weekly run to the corner coffee cafe. While there Abbie realizes a man has been eyeing her from across the room. He's extremely gorgeous, and very well dressed. Words are exchanged, and her friend Sam encourages her to get out of her slump, and go for it. Just because she's come out of a bad relationship that doesn't mean she can't have some fun. Against her better judgement Abbie agrees, and starts to socialize with Jay. As the story progresses Jay exhibits behavior that keeps you guessing about his motives, his life, or who and what exactly he is. The story takes you on a mysterious, and sexy journey. Jay not only keeps you guessing, but exudes an alpha hotness that can't be denied. As soon as you think you have him, or things figured out, ...,you don't. Abbie and Jay definitely have major chemistry, but circumstances become increasingly more confusing as time passes. One thing for sure, Jay is in control. I was so entranced by him, and what was going on I read straight through. This is a can't put down book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Billionaire's Secret: Exposing Jay: A Chicago Suits Romance (Loving Jay Book 2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Simone Sowood Page; Review: Well this book didn't lack mystery, questions, and intrigue either. As Jay continued to prove to Abbie his intentions, her type A personality reared its head on every turn. Cmon' girl it's Jay lol. As one scenario would present itself making you believe, Hah, now I've figured it out. Nope, another would appear. Abbie had great best girlfriends that made for moments only your best BFF's can relate to. Jay's generosity, and incredible talents under and over the sheets had Abbie intoxicated, and feeling like Cinderella; but the secrets and lies intertwined within the walls of James Halls were more than she could bear. The story reminded me of going to one of the finest restaurants that hosted a who , what, when and where. But most importantly Why? Mystery Dinners. Except the main character was crazy gorgeous! When answers were being revealed, you were like Wha.... Really. The Best was Jay's sexy, alpha caveman like control, mixed with the deepest love. Yep he had me from "My name is Ja....". I enjoyed this series, and recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Where You Least Expect (Thornehill Springs Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Kaye Blue Page; Review: This was the best damn book! From the first page the witty banter took off like a road runner, and a fourth way through I was laughing so hard I literally had to use my inhaler. No joke. There was NO denying that Joe, rather known by many other names, who was a Navy SEAL, but known by all sorts of other ranks....(trust me, must read book) lol had a chemistry with his pesky neighbor Verna that defied the laws of physics, gravity, or Do Not Trespass; (whichever you'd prefer to call it) Lol These two kept you entertained. As they would participate in a constant back and forth battle of the Witty one liners. It was apparent Game On! Verna however; struggled with self worth because she felt she didn't fit the image of what society views as desirable. Her fathers obvious cycle of breaking Verna's spirit was despicable. This character wasn't cast as the perfect body (if there is one), airbrushed model type, and it was refreshing. She was a beautiful, everyday woman with talent, heart, humor, spunk, that had struggles, low self worth and dreams. Joe was of course the physically fit hard bodied, good looking SEAL, every girl would want. He's perfect right? So why would a perfect guy like that want someone like Verna? Joe although fit, and good looking, and respected for his accomplishments, had his struggles like the rest of us with the same fears. The author told the story so well. There were times I laughed so hard I couldn't stand it, times my heart broke for Verna, and times I wanted to hogtie that big burly SEAL and give him a long talking to. I was so angry at him, and disappointed once. Joe and Verna really went through some stuff. I was impressed by the authors ending of the story. How she took two peoples lives, and ended leaving such a smile on my face, and a warm satisfied feeling in my heart. Great job!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mr. Dark: An Alpha Billionaire Romance - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Lauren Landish Page; Review: If you are into sexy alpha romances filled with intrigue, action and danger, you will love this read. When Sophie and her bff went out for the evening, Sophie never imagined she'd meet the man who'd change her entire life. Mark was not your ordinary man. He was dripping with sex appeal, and carried himself with a confidence that caused your temperature to rise. Mark however; kept secrets about himself and his life. Falling for Sophie complicated things, especially when the truth was revealed. I loved this story. The relationship between the main characters sizzled, and the dangerous journey they took together was fascinating. I was glued to my e-reader as the storyline play out. It recommend this book for those looking for a mysterious, dangerous, but hot, sexy and romanic love story all combined into one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: A Quick Fix - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Carrie Anne Ward Page; Review: If you want short quick reads of some great erotic stories, look no further. The author sure delivered on some fun, and exciting fantasy's. These stories aren't just for women. I could see men, and couples getting pleasure out of reading these erotic reads. I say job well done for some very hot, sexy erotic and fantasy role play.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Dark Night eBook; Brand: Visit Amazon's Sharon Cummin Page; Review: If you want a short holiday romance that will tug at your romantic side, but deliver a sexy punch; this is it. I really enjoyed this story of the Halloween party with a mysterious lure and a revealing ending. I think everyone will enjoy the superheroes in this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pay For Play (Alphachat.com Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Victoria Ashley Page; Review: Is there anything this author writes that's not great? I don't think so, nor will you ever find it. I mean just Wow!! How much more hot and sexy can a book get. I love how she makes you fall in love with each and every guy and their individual personality. Lynx and Rebel were just made for each other, and the hottest part was how he let everyone know he & Rebel were a no fly zone. Hands off! Sexy and f. The storyline was so unique. She never disappoints. The things you read, and experience in this book keeps you from moving, eating, answering your phone or texts. You just keep reading. Another great book from Victoria!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stanton Unconditional: (Stanton #2) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's T L Swan Page; Review: First, Id like to say in my opinion its imperative you read the first book in this series before diving into this one. Normally it doesnt matter, but in this case I say it does. I began holding my breath from the very first page. Then I thought WOW, this is way intense. Folks, intense doesnt describe these two accurately. I have a more perfect description. Toxic Bliss. I know that sounds contradictory, but actually thats what they are, and what they were. These two put you in a tail spin, and you were in it till the end. Page after page of the most intense, events and emotions. Just when youd think it was safe to come out....BAM! No, run the hell back and hide, because these two had another idea in store for you. I was virtually pacing the floor, pulling my hair out, and screaming at the characters throughout this book. I wanted to hog tie Josh and Tash up and put both of them in time out. If you thought Joshua Stanton was a controlling alpha crass male in the first book, well...sit down everyone get your bucket of popcorn and be fit to be entertained. This man took Stanton Arsehollery 101 to MASTERS, PHD, MBA Level. My mouth fell open a-gasp a few times. I wanted to come through my ereader and Teach him a lesson. And...if you thought Tash didn't take anything off of Joshua, or was a bit back and forth? Get a washcloth put over your forehead and get ready. These two were infuriating, to a level of comical. If I couldve just taken over their relationship for them I would have. They were their own worst enemy. However; I want you to know. This is NOT a negative review. These two were a perfect blend of Toxic bliss, a perfect blend of infuriating, and a perfect blend of everything right. I say an author who can make you feel all these emotions, and take you to these levels has written a damn good book. From the very beginning I just couldn't tear my eyes from these two. Their like a drug. You become addicted to them, and crave more of their banter, dirty deeds, their passion, their heated disagreements, and their explosive chemistry. You cant just think oh Ill read a few pages then go to sleep. You wake up thinking, I cant... I got to know what happens. Sexy doesnt begin to describe Joshua Stanton. This man deserves his own description in the dictionary and in wikipedia. Id find Joshua Stanton under - EUPHORIA. Hes freaking epic. His dirty talk, commanding tone, and obvious charisma makes me want him so bad. If there was a possibility I could have a JS Id have one in a second. I love this couple. They fight hard, they love harder. Their bond is unmatchable. I also love that the author has other storylines going on the side. The other characters are amazing. One of the stories biggest mysteries thats been looming has you gasping in; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stanton Completely: (Stanton #3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's T L Swan Page; Review: Wowza! Ive never seen one couple go through so much to be together. This book was more action packed and dramatic. Filled with on the edge of your seat moments. You never knew from moment to moment who to trust, or what was going to happen. However; you could see the entirety of events of the series all coming together. Characters you previously despised you began having sympathy for, and some you despised even more. This was a complete category 5 of a hurricane that swept over the Stanton clan, and if you had any nails left, my hats off to you. Secrets were revealed, lies swirled like a tornado, and deception filled the air like a plague. You were left with realizations, gasps, and closures. Once again you were not left without your JS fix. The author delivered him on a silver platter. Even in the worst of times this man was an 11 on a scale from 1 to 10. I loved, loved this book and the loved the deep connection every character had with each other. Excitingly waiting to dive into Stanton Bliss.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Stanton Bliss: Stanton - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's T L Swan Page; Review: Just made my day! This HEA was perfect. Closing up all the loose ends, and having Joshua and Tash heal through all they went through was incredible, and to see them love their way through everything. I loved the new storyline dropped in about Jarvis. It touched my heart, and brought tears to my eyes. It showed a soft side to Joshua that hadnt been brought out previously. Of course seeing the actual ending, and how the two ended up was the most magical feeling of bliss one could imagine. If I had to pick one favourite moment? When Josh was disciplining a particular character whom was determined to be rebellious. Giggles. The moment was comical, priceless and gave me the fuzzies. It was that moment you realized, everything they went through, and still they made it. So smiling!!!! Josh and Tash got their HEA. Their perfect ending. I was so happy. So sad to see it end. You know what they say...all good things come to an end. I would continue reading about these two forever. I guess Ill focus on the other Stanton characters now. XX; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Broken (Breaking the Rules Series Book 1) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K Webster Page; Review: Hot, hot, hot! Anyone want to play a game? I do, and I want to play with Jackson. Oh my lord this guy is lethal. From his sexy deep voice, to his drop dead looks, this guy will have you doing cartwheels. Forget hot flashes, hes a five alarm fire. I loved the storyline, the sexy banter, and the sensual play. Andi and Jackson have demons that have demons, but together these two find away to heal through each other. I recommend this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Betrayal: Exposed - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Catrina Courtenay Page; Review: Bravo! Catrina has outdone herself with this sequel. I can't even say enough. You were on the edge of your seat with the first book, and I anxiously awaited to find out what happened. Picking up from the continued mystery, to the hot, sultry and sexy fun relationship between Erik and Ronnie. Aka; Veronica. Their relationship went from turn up the volume on the HOT scale to laughing so hard at their sexy stubborn banter, I could hardly stand it. In a good way though. Smiles. The relationship between John and Erik has developed in this book, and let's just say, it's worth the read alone. Once again, she has you wondering, and asking questions about everyone. The insaniacs, if that's even a word in this book who continue to threaten the lives of everyone, amaze me. I cannot wrap my head around how this storyline is unfolding, because as soon as you think you have things figured out, she surprises you. She makes you feel part of the story, like your there. Since her last book, I have dubbed her the queen of one liners. She has not disappointed her readers. Erik had so many memorable (and I mean memorable) one liners, or quotes, I got a notebook out. I was reading along, and then it happened, the end. The same exact feeling as last time. You will not believe it. The book is awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
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Title: Rua José Marchetti; Description: street in Campinas
Title: Rua Fernando Costa; Description: street in Brazil
Title: Rua Frei José de Monte Carmelo; Description: street in Brazil
Title: Retrato de José Bonifácio de Andrada e Silva; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Senhora Cubana; Description: painting by Almeida Júnior
Title: Tropeiros à Beira da Estrada, 1830; Description: painting by Adrian Henri Vital van Emelen
Title: Cena do Porto de Santos, 1826; Description: painting by Adrian Henri Vital van Emelen
Title: Cabeça de Mulher - Estudo; Description: painting by Décio Villares
Title: Posse da Amazônia; Description: painting by Fernandes Machado
Title: Retrato de Dona Tereza Correia de Camargo Leite; Description: painting by Almeida Júnior
Title: Retrato de Joaquim Bonifácio do Amaral (Visconde de Indaiatuba); Description: painting by François-Auguste Biard
Title: Retrato de Francisca Miquelina P. do Amaral (Viscondessa de Indaiatuba); Description: painting by François-Auguste Biard
Title: Retrato do Dr. Fausto Pompeu do Amaral; Description: painting by François-Auguste Biard
Title: Negro de Perfil com Chapéu; Description: painting by Adrian Henri Vital van Emelen
Title: Negra com Cachimbo, Turbante Branco Lavando Roupa; Description: painting by Adrian Henri Vital van Emelen
Title: bedspread; Description: lightweight covering for a bed, especially one which covers pillows and blankets, and reaches to the floor
Title: Werner Haberkorn Collection; Description: Paulista Museum collection
Title: Oreste Sercelli Collection; Description: Museu Paulista's collection
Title: João Baptista de Campos Aguirra Collection; Description: Paulista Museum collection
Title: Grande hotel - Guarujá - Brasil; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Avenida Atlântica - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (second of the series)
Title: Bairro de Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (third of the series)
Title: Capa álbum - salto cavalo; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Árvores; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (fourth of the series)
Title: Árvores; Description: photograph
Title: manhole; Description: the top opening to an underground utility vault used to house an access point for making connections, inspection, valve adjustments or performing maintenance on underground and buried public utility and other services
Title: Jesus Martins; Description: engineer
Title: Mapa da Região Central do Estado de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Orville Derby and Horácio E. Williams
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de São Paulo (1945); Description: Work by Valdemar Lefèvre and Otto Bendix
Title: Reducção Correta do Mappa da Provincia de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Joaquim Miguel Ribeiro Lisboa
Title: Mapa Corographico da Capitania de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Bernardo José Maria Lorena and Silveira and Antônio Roiz Montezinho
Title: Mapa Agrícola Dello Stato Di S. Paolo (Brasile); Description: Work by Jorge Krichbaum
Title: Planta da Fazenda Pirapó - Sto Anastacio; Description: Work by Luiz Delphy and Carlos Widmar
Title: Carta Hipsométrica do Estado de São Paulo; Description: Work by Valdemar Lefèvre and Otto Bendix
Title: Carta da Parte Conhecida da Província de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Robert Hirnschrot
Title: Parte de S. Paulo, Goyaz e Matto Grosso; Description: Work by Luiz Signorelli
Title: Rios Araguaia, Paraná e Paraguai; Description: Work by Napoleão Reys and T Jaguaribe de Mattos
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de S. Paulo (1946); Description: Work by Valdemar Lefèvre and Otto Bendix
Title: Parte de uma Carta da Província de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Cláudio Lomelino de Carvalho
Title: Mapa das Matas e Campos no Brasil; Description: Work by Pedro de Toledo and F. O. Basto
Title: Mapa de Los Ferro Carriles de La Republica Argentina; Description: Work by L. Beuermann
Title: Planta da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro e Suburbios; Description: Work by Ulrik Greiner
Title: Propriedade de Manoel Pereira Netto. Poá - Mugy das Cruzes; Description: Work by (?) Barros
Title: Reprodução de Planta: Situaçao Exacta da Chacara Mendes Pereira (Tatuapé); Description: Work by Paulo Telins 2/2
Title: Reprodução de Planta: Situaçao Exacta da Chacara Mendes Pereira (Tatuapé); Description: Work by Paulo Telins 1/2
Title: Perímetro do Sítio Nsa Sra da Conceição; Description: Work by Othelo de Souza Machado
Title: Mapa dos Arredores da Cidade de São Paulo; Description: Work by Ernesto Pierburg and Erwin English
Title: Untitled; Description: Work by Horácio E. Williams, Arthur Horta O''Leary, Ricardo Grünewald and Gentil de Assis Moura
Title: Ocorrências Minerais do Munípio de Franco da Rocha; Description: Work by Dilermando de Assis and Otto Bendix
Title: Mapa do I. G. G. do E. S. P. - Municipio de Santana de Parnaiba; Description: Work by A. Bueno
Title: Mapa do I. G. G. do E. S. P. - Municipio de Itu; Description: Work by Tristão Bauer and A. Bueno
Title: Mapa do I. G. G. do E. S. P. - Fôlha Topográfica de Iguape; Description: Work by Valdemar Lefèvre and Otto Bendix
Title: Loteamento da Estância Figueira Branca; Description: Work by Gastão Sandoval Marcondes and José Floriano Delgado
Title: Distribuição das Propriedades Rurais Na Zona de Campinas 1755-1900; Description: Work by Mário Neme
Title: Nouveau Paris Monumental Itinéraire Pratique de LÉtranger Dans Paris; Description: Work by L. Poulmaire
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de S. Paulo (1941); Description: Work by Valdemar Lefèvre and Frederico H. Gonçalves
Title: Mapa Corográfico da Província de São Paulo; Description: Work by Daniel Pedro Müller and Alenis Orgaizzi
Title: Mapa do Ex-Município de Santo Amaro; Description: Work by Yalenti
Title: Mapa da Região de Campos do Jordão; Description: Work by Roberto J. Reis
Title: Município de Araxá - Minas; Description: Work by J. C. Pedro Grande and Thomé Gonçalves
Title: Goiás - Cópia de uma Cópia Pertencente à Delegação Goiana; Description: Work by F. Prado
Title: The Daily Telegraph War Map Of Europe (Nº 1) By Alexander Gross F. R. G. S.; Description: Work by Alexander Gross
Title: The Daily Telegraph Gazeteer War Map (Nº 4); Description: Work by Alexander Gross
Title: Planta da Fazenda Fazenda Cururú; Description: Work by Fr. A. S. Lopes
Title: Planta Parcial das Antigas Sesmarias do Guacurussú e Camburihú; Description: Work by João E. Saltiro
Title: Planta de Terrenos Na Vila Deodoro; Description: Work by Eduardo Loschi and Carlos Luis
Title: Villa Quá... Quá... Quá... Plano de Arruamento de Loteamento. Ypiranga - Capital; Description: Work by Floriano Freitas
Title: Planta da Villa Vergueiro Ipiranga; Description: Work by Diogo Oetting
Title: Valle do Anhangabahú - Area e Predios Adquiridos pelo Estado; Description: Work by J. B. Garcez
Title: Planta Projeto de Arruamento nos Terrenos do Moinho Velho; Description: Work by Paulino Marcondes 1/2
Title: Planta Projeto de Arruamento nos Terrenos do Moinho Velho; Description: Work by Paulino Marcondes 2/2
Title: Planta da Quadra 16 da Vila Conde do Pinhal; Description: Work by Roberto de A. Botelho
Title: Planta dos Terrenos Junto à Vila de Santo Amaro; Description: Work by Henrique Julio Ruffin and Alvaro B. Menezes
Title: Planta de Terrenos no Bairro de Santana; Description: Work by Antenor A. Joares
Title: Planta dos Terrenos Próximo da Linha Carris de Ferro S. Paulo - Sto Amaro; Description: Work by Olympio Rodrigues Antunes and Alfredo Fowler
Title: Planta dos Terrenos Próximo da Linha Carris de Ferro S. Paulo - Sto Amaro; Description: Work by Olympio Rodrigues Antunes and Germano Vert
Title: Goiania - Planta Geral de Orientação; Description: Work by Marques Lopes
Title: Planta da Fazenda Denominada Rio do Peixe Ou Imbaú; Description: Work by Victor Pietra
Title: Planta da Fazenda Santa Martha; Description: Work by Marcio Nogueira
Title: Planta da Cidade de Campinas em 1900; Description: Work by Leopoldo Amaral
Title: Planta de Campos do Jordão - S. Paulo; Description: Work by Roberto J. Reis
Title: Planta da Cidade de Sorocaba (São Paulo); Description: Work by João Barros Mestre and Alcides Dutra
Title: Distrito 60 Zona Suburbana; Description: Work by G. Haake
Title: Planta da Villa 15 de Novembro; Description: Work by Damaso de (?) Pinto
Title: Planta das Industrias Texteis Calfat S. A.; Description: Work by Luiz Taddei
Title: Planta do Distrito 60 Zona Suburbana; Description: Work by G. Haake
Title: Planta da Chácara Denominada Bella Veneza; Description: Work by José Oliva and José Feliciano Ferreira de Rosa 1/2
Title: Planta da Chácara Denominada Bella Veneza; Description: Work by José Oliva and José Feliciano Ferreira de Rosa 2/2
Title: Planta de Divisão do Sítio da Cachoeira; Description: Work by G. Iziano Neves and Polydoro D´Amico
Title: Planta de Medição e Divisão da Fazenda Cachoeira; Description: Work by Eugenio Freitas
Title: Planta do Tramway da Catareira (Em Cosntrução); Description: Work by Cezar Augusto de Lima
Title: Distrito 52 Zona (Suburbana); Description: Work by G. Haake
Title: Planta da Villa Dr. Pereira Barreto; Description: Work by Helio Rielli
Title: Planta da Chácara da Glória - Cambuci; Description: Work by Luiz Strina
Title: Distrito 58 Zona Suburbana; Description: Work by G. Haake
Title: Planta do Terreno de Propriedade do Sr. Antonio Santos; Description: Work by L. A. Pereira de Queiroz
Title: Planta da Cidade de São Paulo; Description: Work by Graccho da Gama and Companhia Lithographica Hartmann-Reichenbach
Title: Planta da Cidade de S. Paulo Mostrando Todos Os Arrabaldes e Terrenos Arruados; Description: Work by Waldomiro Gonçalves
Title: Planta de Parte do Sítio Moinho Velho; Description: Work by Olavo Tavares Paes and Alfred Pimenta Paes
Title: Planta da Villa 7 de Setembro; Description: Work by J. Oct. Monteiro Camargo
Title: Villa 7 de Setembro - Padua, Cardoso & Cia; Description: Work by J. Oct. Monteiro Camargo
Title: Planta dos Terrenos do Bexiga (1890); Description: Work by Fernando Albuquerque
Title: Planta do Terreno Aquem do Rio Tamanduatehi Levantado Por Ordem da Camara; Description: Work by Roberto Mertig and A. Alexandrino
Title: Melhoramento do Porto de Santos; Description: Work by J. G. Thr
Title: Planta do Projeto do Ferro Carril de São Paulo a Santo Amaro; Description: Work by Arthur Rathy and Alberto R. Amaral
Title: Mapa da Comissão Geogr. e Geol. do E. S. P. Folha Jundiahy; Description: Work by C. W. Lane and Belfort Mattos
Title: Mapa do C. G. G. do E. S. P. - Folha de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Angelo Felicíssimo and Alexandre Cococi
Title: Mapa do C. G. G. do E. S. P. - Folha de Itararé; Description: Work by Alexandre Mariano Cococi and Alvaro Coutro
Title: Planta de Bangalow de Propriedade de José Malerbe, Arquiteto e Construtor; Description: Work by José Malerbá
Title: Projecto de Um Armazem para Fabrica de Saccos de Papel; Description: Work by P. Ambrogi
Title: De L'Yser à L'Aisne; Description: work by G. Peltier
Title: Planta da Divisão da Fazenda Fortaleza; Description: Work by H. A. Ferreira
Title: Planta dos Nucleos do Cambuhy; Description: Work by G. Vertdes
Title: Planta do Terreno Pertencente Ao Sr. Engeneiro Luiz Bianchi Betoldi; Description: Work by N. Molina de Queiróz
Title: José Wasth Rodrigues collection; Description: Museu Paulista's collection
Title: Páteo da Igreja de São Francisco, 1862; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Rua São Bento, 1858; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Rua Direita, 1860; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de São Vicente; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de Laguna; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de Mogi das Cruzes; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de Itú; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de São Francisco do Sul; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de Parnaíba; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de Lorena; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão de Jaú; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Aspecto da Rua do Rosário à noite em 1862; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Igreja do Largo Santa Ifigênia, 1864; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Páteo da Sé e Igreja de São Pedro, 1858; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Largo do Ouvidor, 1858; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Retrato de Antonio de Toledo Piza; Description: painting by Tarsila do Amaral
Title: Passarola de Bartolomeu de Gusmão; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues 1 of 2
Title: Retrato de José Feliciano Fernandes Pinheiro (Visconde de São Leopoldo); Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Brasão com Armas de São Paulo; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Projeto de aterro para o Anhangabaú, 1878; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Fazenda em Campinas, 1840; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo 1 of 3
Title: João Ramalho e Filho; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Passarola de Bartolomeu de Gusmão; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues 2 of 2
Title: Fazenda em Campinas, 1840; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo 2 of 3
Title: Fazenda em Campinas, 1840; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo 3 of 3
Title: Jake Moon; Description: fictional character
Title: A Conversão de São Paulo a Caminho de Damasco; Description: painting by Almeida Júnior
Title: Cacique Tibiriçá e Neto; Description: painting José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão com Armas de Santos; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão com Armas de São Vicente; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Amélia de Rezende Martins; Description: Brazilian intellectual and activist
Title: thorax; Description: frontal part of an animal''s body, between its head and abdomen
Title: Itaquera District; Description: district of São Paulo city
Title: Jaciparaná River; Description: river in Brazil
Title: Jean-François Batut; Description: French painter
Title: Jorge Tibiriçá Piratininga; Description: Brazilian politician
Title: card stock; Description: paper, thicker and more durable than normal writing or printing paper
Title: photographic studio; Description: place or organisation that undertakes professional-quality photography
Title: Estádio Moisés Lucarelli; Description: soccer stadium in Brazil
Title: Paulino Soares de Sousa; Description: Brazilian diplomat and politician
Title: Barbara Park; Description: American juvenile author
Title: adult; Description: living organism that has reached sexual maturity
Title: knitted fabric; Description: textile material made using knitting techniques, often by machine knitting
Title: ribbon; Description: long, narrow woven textile, used for trimming, belts, filets, and straps of various kinds
Title: bristle; Description: painting implement
Title: collodion; Description: mixture
Title: papier-mâché; Description: paper-based construction material
Title: photographic paper; Description: paper coated with a light-sensitive chemical formula, used for making photographic prints
Title: Bairro do Limão; Description: human settlement in Brazil
Title: bell; Description: sound-making device
Title: Hospital Umberto I; Description: hospital in Brazil
Title: Independence or Death; Description: painting by Pedro Américo
Title: Lavadeira; Description: Wikimedia disambiguation page
Title: Daher Elias Cutait Tunnel; Description: Tunnel in São Paulo, Brazil
Title: constructor; Description: in object-oriented programming
Title: daisy; Description: common name of certain flowers
Title: landscape; Description: visible features of an area of land
Title: Tabula Rogeriana; Description: map
Title: Gold panning; Description: form of placer mining
Title: book cover; Description: protective covering used to bind together the pages of a book
Title: domestication; Description: sustained multi-generational relationship in which one group of organisms assumes a significant degree of influence over the reproduction and care of another group to secure a more predictable supply of resources from that second group
Title: cotton; Description: plant fiber from the genus Gossypium
Title: copying; Description: the duplication of information or an artifact based only on an instance of that information or artifact, and not using the process that originally generated it;with analog forms of information, copying is only possible to a limited degree of accuracy
Title: bouquet; Description: collection of cut flowers in a creative arrangement
Title: reproduction; Description: the production of new individuals that contain some portion of genetic material inherited from one or more parent organisms
Title: Alexandre Mackenzie Building; Description: building in São Paulo city
Title: stairs; Description: construction designed to bridge a large vertical distance by dividing it into smaller vertical distances
Title: India ink; Description: simple black or colored ink
Title: master builder; Description: profession
Title: plank; Description: flat rectangular piece of timber
Title: bow tie; Description: variety of necktie
Title: moustache; Description: facial hair grown on the upper lip
Title: coffee bean; Description: seed of the coffee plant
Title: Guaycurú; Description: Generic term for several ethnic groups indigenous to the Gran Chaco region of South America
Title: watchmaker; Description: artisan who makes and repairs watches
Title: wing; Description: surface used by birds and airplanes for flight
Title: drinking fountain; Description: fountain designed to provide drinking water
Title: carpet; Description: textile floor covering
Title: domestic goose; Description: common name, for a group of birds (use Q82562 for tribe Anserini)
Title: washerwoman; Description: service occupation, generally of women
Title: noon; Description: 12 o'clock in the daytime
Title: Carlo De Servi; Description: italian painter
Title: Werner Haberkorn; Description: Brazilian photographer
Title: sailing ship; Description: large wind-powered water vessel
Title: balcony; Description: platform projecting from the wall of a building
Title: crown; Description: precious item of headwear, symbolizing the power of a ruler
Title: pilaster; Description: decorative architectural element giving the appearance of a supporting column
Title: sidewalk; Description: pedestrian path along the side of a road
Title: mining engineer; Description: specialist in mining engineering
Title: ritual; Description: set of actions, performed mainly for their symbolic value
Title: vase; Description: open container, often used to hold cut flowers
Title: hammock; Description: sling used for swinging, sleeping or resting
Title: capital; Description: part of a column (architecture)
Title: hardback; Description: book bound with a rigid protective cover
Title: street sign; Description: type of traffic sign used to identify named roads
Title: Salto de Itú, Piquenique da Família do Dr. Elias Chaves; Description: painting by José Ferraz de Almeida Júnior
Title: bracelet; Description: article of jewellery worn around an arm
Title: blond; Description: hair color
Title: bleacher; Description: stands for spectators, e.g. in stadiums
Title: lighting; Description: deliberate use of light to achieve a practical or aesthetic effect
Title: seashell; Description: hard, protective outer layer created by an animal that lives in the sea
Title: topographic map; Description: medium to large scale map that shows a precise map of the terrain
Title: volute; Description: spiral scroll-like ornament that forms the basis of the Ionic order
Title: ruffle; Description: strip of fabric, lace, or ribbon gathered on one edge and applied as trimming
Title: stone; Description: rock; building material
Title: copy; Description: duplicate of information or an artifact based on an instance of that information or artifact
Title: cart; Description: vehicle with two wheels
Title: chaplet; Description: Christian prayer which uses prayer beads
Title: Minister of the Navy; Description: historic Brazilian cabinet position
Title: Landing of Pedro Álvares Cabral in Porto Seguro, in 1500; Description: Oscar Pereira da Silva's painting
Title: topographer; Description: profession
Title: birdcage; Description: cage designed to house birds as pets
Title: ceremony; Description: event of ritual significance, performed on a special occasion
Title: culture of Peru; Description: the culture of peru
Title: cameo; Description: carving method
Title: Church and Convent of Our Lady of Light; Description: São Paulo, Brasil
Title: Roman Slave; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: School Festival at Ipiranga; Description: painting by Agustín Salinas y Teruel
Title: Still Life; Description: painting by Estevão Silva
Title: Praça da Sé; Description: Square in Sao Paulo
Title: land surveyor; Description: profession
Title: José Joaquim da Rocha; Description: Brazilian captain
Title: Clock Square, USP; Description: Square in São Paulo city
Title: wax paper; Description: paper that is made moisture-proof through the application of wax
Title: Vitis vinifera; Description: species of plant
Title: Antônio de Souza Lobo; Description: Brazilian artist
Title: coffee grower; Description: person who produces coffee
Title: bermuda shorts; Description: knee-length walking shorts for men or women
Title: Joseph of Anchieta; Description: Spanish Jesuit missionary
Title: mode of transport; Description: way to perform transport/transportation
Title: Correios; Description: national postal service company of Brazil
Title: tropeiro; Description: person who drives mule caravans
Title: firewood; Description: wood used for fires
Title: Self-Portrait as the Allegory of Painting; Description: painting by Artemisia Gentileschi
Title: door; Description: movable structure used to open and close an entrance
Title: Fontenelle; Description: family name
Title: José Canella Filho; Description: brazilian painter
Title: house; Description: building intended for living in
Title: Susanna and the Elders; Description: Painting by Artemisia Gentileschi
Title: cross; Description: geometrical figure
Title: Alegre Street, 1862 (Brigadeiro Tobias Street); Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Dionysus; Description: Greek god of winemaking and wine
Title: Brasão com Armas de Cananéa; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão com Armas de Jaú; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Brasão com Armas de Santo André; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Largo do Rosário, 1880; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Largo e Mosteiro de São Bento, 1830; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Paço Municipal, 1628; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Páteo da Sé, 1862; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Rua do Rosário (Rua Xv de Novembro); Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Rua do Rosário, 1858; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Trecho final da antiga Rua do Rosário, 1858; Description: painting by José Wasth Rodrigues
Title: Capela de Nossa Senhora do Belém; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Convento da Luz, 1860; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Passarola; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Pedra Fundamental do Museu Paulista, 1882; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Retrato do Barão Geraldo de Rezende; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Retrato do Dr. Fernando de Bragança; Description: painting by Henrique Manzo
Title: Carretão para beneficiar café - Campinas, 1850; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Construção de Açude - Fazenda Cachoeira - Campinas; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Descascamento de café a pata do boi, 1820; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Fazenda Cachoeira - Canavial, 1840; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Monjolo Comum - Primórdios da Lavoura Paulista; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Monjolo de Rabo em Campinas; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Primeiras Mudas de Café, 1760; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Rua do Rosário, 1858; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Ciclo do Ouro; Description: painting by Rodolfo Amoedo
Title: Arredores de Guadalajara (México); Description: painting by Félix Bernardelli
Title: Lago de Chapala - México; Description: painting by Félix Bernardelli
Title: Jacareí, 1827; Description: painting by José Canella Filho
Title: Panorama de São Paulo, 1889; Description: painting by José Canella Filho
Title: Vista de Guaratinguetá, 1835; Description: painting by José Canella Filho
Title: Retrato de Cônego Januário da Cunha Barbosa; Description: painting by Domenico Failutti
Title: Retrato de Dona Leopoldina de Habsburgo e Seus Filhos; Description: painting by Domenico Failutti
Title: Café; Description: painting by Antonio Ferrigno
Title: O Beneficiamento; Description: painting by Antonio Ferrigno
Title: O Lavadouro; Description: painting by Antonio Ferrigno
Title: Antigo Páteo da Cadeia de Santos, 1875; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Fazenda de Café do Vale do Paraíba; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Hospital e Igreja da Misericórdia de Santos; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Largo e Matriz do Brás, 1862; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Matriz Colonial de Santos; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Moagem de Cana - Fazenda Cachoeira - Campinas, 1830; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Panorama de Santos, 1822; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Páteo Interno da cadeia de Santos, 1854; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Pelourinho e arsenal da Marinha em Santos, 1850; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Rua da Constituição, 1862 (Rua Florêncio de Abreu); Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Paço Municipal, Fórum e Cadeia de São Paulo, 1862; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Paisagem do Campo do Ipiranga; Description: painting by Antônio Parreiras
Title: 9º Encontro de Monções no Sertão; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Bandeirantes a Caminho das Minas; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Calçada de Lorena, 1826; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Carga de Canoas; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Combate de Bandeirantes de Mogi das Cruzes com Guaicurus; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Combate de Botocudos em Mogi das Cruzes; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Hércules Florence; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Nau Capitania de Cabral, Índios a Bordo da Capitania de Cabral; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Ponte Coberta de Cubatão, 1850; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de Anchieta; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de D. Pedro I; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de Ferdinando Denis; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de Joaquim Gonçalves Ledo; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de Joaquim José da Silva Xavier - Tiradentes; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de José Bonifácio de Andrada e Silva; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de José Clemente Pereira; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato de Martim Francisco Ribeiro de Andrada; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato do Dr. Bernardino de Campos; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retrato do Padre Diogo Antônio Feijó; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Sessão das Cortes de Lisboa; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Estudo; Description: painting by Bertha Worms
Title: Rua Tabatinguera, 1860; Description: painting by Bertha Worms
Title: D. Pedro I a bordo da fragata União; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Sessão do Conselho de Estado; Description: painting by Georgina de Albuquerque depicting the 1822 State Council Session in Brazil
Title: Portrait of Castagneto; Description: painting by Estêvão Silva
Title: Cronus; Description: ruler of the Titans in Greek mythology, defeated by the gods; father of Olympic gods and has control over time
Title: Caetano de Campos; Description: monument in São Paulo city, Brazil
Title: Still Life; Description: painting by Estêvão Silva
Title: military personnel; Description: member of the armed forces
Title: stream; Description: body of water with current within bed and stream banks
Title: photograph album; Description: photographs collected in a book
Title: Fotolabor; Description: Brazilian graphic arts studio
Title: Grande Bridge; Description: former link building above the Tietê river
Title: São Paulo - Jardim da Luz III; Description: work by Guilherme Gaensly, different from Q49900364, Q49900999 and Q49901053
Title: Cupid; Description: Roman deity, counterpart of Eros
Title: comb; Description: decorative ornament for the hair having two or more teeth for securing the ornament
Title: flower; Description: structure found in some plants (division Magnoliophyta / angiosperms) to support reproduction
Title: Indústrias Villares; Description: factory in São Paulo, Brazil
Title: Institute of Hygiene of São Paulo; Description: hospital in Brazil
Title: Rua Treze de Maio; Description: rua em São Paulo
Title: Bartezago Luigi; Description: italian painter
Title: Maria Augusta da Costa Carvalho; Description: brazilian painter
Title: Maximiliano Scholze; Description: Brazilian painter
Title: Aurélio Zimmermann; Description: brazilian painter
Title: Graciliano Vicente Xavier; Description: religious brazilian painter
Title: Edmond Viancin; Description: french painter
Title: Hugo Calgan; Description: german painter
Title: Fernandes Machado; Description: brazilian painter
Title: Jules Ballá; Description: painter
Title: Franco Sá Luís; Description: painter
Title: Franco Sá Boris; Description: painter
Title: Ferdinand Piereck; Description: painter
Title: Espiral do IV centenário da cidade de São Paulo; Description: old monument in São Paulo city
Title: Avenida Paulista no dia da Inauguração, 8 de Dezembro de 1891; Description: painting by Jules Martin
Title: Antonio Carlos Ro. de Andra. Machado e Silva. Álbum M. A. B. A. D. - Prancha N.9; Description: painting by Miguelzinho Dutra
Title: Estação da Luz, 1880; Description: painting by Benedito Calixto
Title: Retrato do Dr. Bernardino de Campos; Description: painting by Carlo De Servi
Title: Retrato do Dr. Prudente José de Mores Barros; Description: painting by Almeida Júnior
Title: Retrato de Ana Joaquina Fonseca de Queiroz Telles (Segunda Baronesa de Jundiaí); Description: painting by Edmond Viancin
Title: Retrato de Domitila de Castro Canto e Melo (Marquesa de Santos); Description: painting by Maximiliano Scholze
Title: Partida de Porto Feliz; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Bênção dos Canoões (Porto Feliz); Description: painting by Aurélio Zimmermann
Title: Pouso no Sertão - Queimada, 1826; Description: painting by Aurélio Zimmermann
Title: Bandeirantes na selva; Description: painting by Henrique Bernardelli
Title: Últimos Momentos de um Bandeirante; Description: painting by Henrique Bernardelli
Title: Convento e Várzea do Carmo, 1870; Description: painting by Graciliano Vicente Xavier
Title: Beneficio de Café Pela Malhação da Vara; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Retrato do Barão do Rio Branco, 1862; Description: painting by José Maria da Silva Paranhos
Title: Volta do Eito - Fazenda Cachoeira, 1840; Description: painting by Alfredo Norfini
Title: Exéquias do General Osório - Sé; Description: painting by Hugo Calgan
Title: Retrato de D. Sebastião Leme da Silveira Cintra; Description: painting by Décio Villares
Title: Retrato do Conselheiro Rodrigues Alves; Description: painting by Carlo De Servi
Title: Retrato de Francisco de Paula Sousa e Melo; Description: painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva
Title: Retirada do Cabo de São Roque; Description: painting by Henrique Bernardelli
Title: Ciclo dos Criadores de Gado; Description: painting by João Batista da Costa
Title: Retrato de Jorge Tibiriçá; Description: painting by Louis Guedi
Title: Retrato de Dona Veridiana Prado; Description: painting by Carlo De Servi
Title: Negro com Chapéu e Papagaio; Description: painting by Adrian Henri Vital van Emelen
Title: Sala de Visita 01; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Visita - Teto; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 01; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Gabinete Parede; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 02; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Salao Nobre Teto; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Salão Nobre Parede; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Janta Teto; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 03; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 04; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Jantar 02; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 05; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 06; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 07; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 08; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Jantar 04; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Jantar 05; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 09; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 10; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Entrada 01; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 11; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 12; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 13; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Entrada 02; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Saletta de Entrada; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Toilete Senhoras; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Toilette Parede G Toilette Parede H; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 14; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 15; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 30; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Parede; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 16; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 17; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 18; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 19; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Saleta 02; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Jantar 06; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Visita 02; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Palacio do Governo de Aracaju Teto Gabinete do Exmo Governador; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 20; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 21; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Jardim de Inverno Teto do Hall; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala de Visita 03; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Escritorio Entrada; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 22; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 23; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sala das Visitas 04; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 24; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: S Pietro. Volta Dellaltare Maggiare Bologna; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Roma S. Ma Del Papolo; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 25; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 26; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 27; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 28; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Galleria; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 31; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Matriz de Jaú 05; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: Sem Título/Legenda 29; Description: painting by Oreste Sercelli
Title: José Paulino Nogueira Building; Description: building in Sao Paulo city
Title: Lord Hotel; Description: hotel in Sao Paulo city
Title: Vista aérea do centro da cidade. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Vista aérea do centro da cidade. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (second of the series)
Title: Vista aérea do centro da cidade. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (third of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (eighth of the series)
Title: Vista panorâmica da Bela Vista. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista panorâmica da cidade. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Vista panorâmica da Avenida Nove de Julho. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista panorâmica da cidade. Campinas/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (second of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (third of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (fourth of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (fifth of the series)
Title: Vista panorâmica da Praça Roosevelt. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (sixth of the series)
Title: Vista pontual do Edifício CBI. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (seventh of the series)
Title: Vista aérea do Jardim Paulista. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (ninth of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (tenth of the series)
Title: Vista parcial da Avenida São João. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Vista parcial da Avenida Ipiranga. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Vista parcial da Avenida Nove de Julho. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (eleventh of the series)
Title: Vista aérea do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (eleventh of the series)
Title: Vista parcial do centro da cidade. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (second of the series)
Title: Bosque dos Jequitibas - Lagoa - Campinas; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Estação c.p - Campinas; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Estação D. Pedro e Ministério da Guerra - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Túnel Prado Júnior - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Praça de Paris - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista parcial - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Copacabana à noite - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (first of the series)
Title: Praia de Copacabana; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn
Title: Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (second of the series)
Title: Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (third of the series)
Title: Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (fourth of the series)
Title: Mulher e cavalo posando para foto; Description: obra de Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista aérea da cidade de São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (twenty-fourth of the series)
Title: Vistas pontuais de desfile em carro aberto. São Paulo/SP; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (second of the series)
Title: Mulher e cavalo; Description: obra de Werner Haberkorn
Title: Vista aérea do Vale do Anhangabaú. São Paulo/SP; Description: obra de Werner Haberkorn (décima da série)
Title: Prática de equitação; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (nineth of the series)
Title: Prática de equitação; Description: work by Werner Haberkorn (fifth of the series)
Title: Parque CienTec; Description: brazilian science park
Title: Professor Wladimir Anversa Auditorium; Description: building em Sao Paulo city
Title: candelabra; Description: candle holder with multiple arms
Title: Mapa da Viação Férrea do Estado de S. Paulo em 1/1/1932; Description: Work by Lisette Fontes and Jorge Amaral da Silva
Title: Esquema da Viação Férrea em 31/12/1936. (Estado de São Paulo); Description: Work by Cyro Falcão and Jorge Amaral da Silva
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de S. Paulo (1908); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Estradas de Ferro do Estado de S. Paulo; Description: Work by José Barbosa Gonçalves and José Estacio De Lima Brandão
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de S. Paulo (1923); Description: Work by Heitor Teixeira Penteado and João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Esquema da Viação Férrea do Estado de S. Paulo; Description: Work by Benedicto R. de Azevedo Marques and Jorge Amaral da Silva
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de São Paulo (1925); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Plano de Viação de Rodagem do Estado de São Paulo; Description: Work by Alfredo Fowler
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de São Paulo (1912); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de S. Paulo (1928); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Carta Geologica do Estado de S. Paulo (Brasil); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso and Q54371199
Title: Carta Geral do Estado de S. Paulo (1929); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Carta da Província de Mato Grosso; Description: Work by João Lins Vieira Cansanção de Sinimbu and Alfredo Rodrigues Fernandes Chaves
Title: Prolongamento da E. F. C. B. Traçado de uma Super Rodovia de S. Paulo a Curitiba; Description: Work by Celso do Vale
Title: Carta do Estado de Goiás; Description: Work by Francisco Ferreira dos Santos Azevedo
Title: Mappa dos Municipios do Litoral do Estado do Paraná; Description: Work by João Moreira Garcez and Q54371122
Title: Carta do Império do Brasil; Description: Work by Duarte da Ponte Ribeiro and Conrado Jacó de Niemeyer
Title: Carta Planimetrica do Brasil; Description: Work by Roberto Simonsen and Abilio Gonzalez
Title: Mapa das Províncias Eclesiásticas do Brasil; Description: Work by João B. Lehmann and Xavier do Prado
Title: Mapa General España, Portugal Y Ex-Posesiones Españolas; Description: Work by Josep Paluzie i Lucena
Title: Morro do Chá São Paulo; Description: Work by João Baptista de Campos Aguirra and Roberto Mertig
Title: Villa Uberabinha (Villa Marianna); Description: Work by C. Ribeiro
Title: Medição e Divisão de Um Terreno no Districto da Lapa; Description: Work by Henrique Pegado
Title: Perimetro da Fazenda Itaquaracenduba Ou Sitio Grande; Description: Work by Cesario Natividad and Jose Dias de Souza
Title: Sítio Aricanduva Ou do Padre Freitas(Carlos Gomes de Freitas); Description: Work by José Montuoro
Title: Mapa de uma Parte da Chácara Pert. Ao; Description: Work by E. Dukinfield Jones
Title: Planta da Cidade de S. Paulo - Folha 4; Description: Work by Artur Saboia
Title: Ocorrências Minerais do Município da Capital; Description: Work by Dilermando de Assis and Otto Bendix
Title: Planta da Cidade de S. Paulo - Folha 1; Description: Work by Artur Saboia
Title: Planta da Cidade de S. Paulo - Folha 2; Description: Work by Artur Saboia
Title: Planta da Cidade de S. Paulo - Folha 3; Description: Work by Artur Saboia
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 81 - 82; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mapa Fotográfico do Município de São Paulo; Description: Work by Agenor Machado and Silvio Cabral Noronha
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 64; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 62; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 66; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 63; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folhas 74-75; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Município de São Paulo - 73 -74; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 71; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 70; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 69; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 55; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 56; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 57; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Município de São Paulo - Folha 30 - 31 - 31Bis; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 67; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 65; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 68; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 79-80; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folhas 77-78; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folhas 9-10; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folhas 5-6; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 3 - 4 - 5; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folhas 44-45; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 33; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 38; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 37; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 1 - 2; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folhas 8-9; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Município de São Paulo - Folha 6 - 7; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 11; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 54; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 28 - 29 - 30; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - 27 - 28; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 53; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 52; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado 2/2
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 52; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado 1/2
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 58 - 59; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 72; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 61; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Mappa Topographico do Municipio de São Paulo - Folha 60; Description: Work by Georges Corbisier and Agenor Machado
Title: Carta dos Excursionistas-- Primeira Secção (Santos, S. Paulo, Itu); Description: Work by João Pedro Cardoso
Title: Subdivisão do Sitio Guarapuava Julgada Por Sentença de 1º de Março de 1904; Description: Work by Roberto Mertig and Carlos Froaska 1/2
Title: Subdivisão do Sitio Guarapuava Julgada Por Sentença de 1º de Março de 1904; Description: Work by Roberto Mertig and Carlos Froaska 2/2
Title: Parte do Sítio do Capão da Serra no Ipiranga; Description: Work by Roberto Mertig and José Ciampillo 2/2
Title: Parte do Sítio do Capão da Serra no Ipiranga; Description: Work by Roberto Mertig and José Ciampillo 1/2
Title: Patrimonio Municipal de S. Paulo Raio de 6 Kilometros Centro: Largo da Sé; Description: Work by J. Santana
Title: Mapa da C. G. G. do E. S. P. Folha de Sorocaba; Description: Work by Agenor Machado and Alexandre Mariano Cococi 1/2
Title: Mapa da C. G. G. do E. S. P. Folha de Sorocaba; Description: Work by Agenor Machado and Alexandre Mariano Cococi 2/2
Title: Mapa da C. G. G. do E. S. P. Folha de Sete Barras; Description: Work by Alexandre Mariano Cococi and Arthur Horta O'Leary
Title: Mapa do C. G. G. do E. S. P. - Folha de Capão Bonito; Description: Work by Alexandre Mariano Cococi and Guilherme Wendel
Title: Sorte de Terras dos Apertados; Description: Work by Francisco de Freitas Pinto
Title: Estrada de Rodagem do Sul do Brasil; Description: Work by José Castiglione
Title: S. Thiago. Commissão Geographica e Geologica de Minas Gerais Flha. Nº. 32 (N1O1; Description: Work by Alvaro da Silveira and Benedito Quintino Dos Santos
Title: Atlas do Estado de São Paulo - Fascículo I; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Conhecimento Cartográfico; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Orografia; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Geofísica; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Hidrografia Continental; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Condições Oceanográficas; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Estrutura da População; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Dinâmica do Povoamento; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Equipamento Agrícola; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Estrutura Agrária; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Produção Agrícola; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Animais de Criação; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Indústria dos Produtos Alimentares; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Indústria Química; Description: Work by André Libault
Title: Indústria Metalúrgica; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Indústria Têxtil; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Equipamento Sanitário; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Ensino Médio; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Ensino Superior; Description: Work by André Libault 1 of 2
Title: Mappa do Baixo Juruá Por Aug. Hilliges em 1905; Description: Work by Augusto Hilliges
Title: Mappa do Alto Juruá Por Aug. Hilliges em 1905; Description: Work by Augusto Hilliges
Title: Serra do Mar; Description: mountain range
Title: placard; Description: message carried in public places by people who are complaining about something
Title: domesticated animal; Description: animal that has been tamed and that lives with humans
Title: Bacchus; Description: ancient Roman deity of wine
Title: disguise; Description: anything which conceals or changes a person's physical appearance
Title: mantle; Description: loose or semi-fitted overgarment
Title: Armaria; Description: kind of cupboard
Title: 20th century; Description: century
Title: white hair; Description: hair color
Title: horse; Description: domesticated (work) animal
Title: child; Description: human between the stages of birth and puberty
Title: candle; Description: solid block of wax with embedded wick
Title: light fixture; Description: device that provides light
Title: general officer; Description: military rank
Title: man; Description: male adult human
Title: military; Description: organized body primarily tasked with preparing for and conducting war
Title: rufous hornero; Description: species of bird
Title: sideburns; Description: patches of facial hair grown on the sides of the face
Title: military chaplain; Description: ministers to military personnel
Title: Pedro I; Description: Emperor of Brazil and later King of Portugal
Title: winnowing; Description: method of separating grain from chaff
Title: baby; Description: very young offspring of a human | wikirec |
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Title: American Standard 2475.540.002 Colony Soft Double-Handle Laundry Faucet with Brass Swing Spout and Hose End, Chrome; Brand: American Standard; Review: Maybe its in the product details, and I just didn't realize the reality of it... but this is a smaller faucet than I expected. The sprout comes out just a couple inches more than a regular faucet... but not enough to reach mid way in my laundry tub. I would much rather a far longer faucet so I can hit the mid point and avoid splattering.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: KOHLER K-3133-ST Stainless Steel Bottom Basin Rack, Stainless Steel; Brand: Kohler; Review: No more pots and cups sitting in funky water with raw chicken juice. No more worries about scratches and dings on my pretty new sink. This is a large grate that fits our very large kohler (K-3183-NA) sink. It is very secure and rarely slips, and adds a new touch of sanity to sink chores. We are extremely satisfied with this product, and will recommend to anyone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Ryobi ZRTS1345L 10 in. Compound Miter Saw with Laser Line (Certified Refurbished); Brand: Ryobi; Review: so to be honest, this saw works great, is cheap... and seems like a good starter miter saw. I am a total newbie, and wanted something cheap but with the right features to do things right. In that respect - this saw fit the bill. Unfortunately, i quickly came to realize that i needed a larger saw. I started with building a playground with 6x6 inch timbers... and this saw was too small, and had to flip the wood repeatedly to make the cuts. Then i did a 4" chair rail, and once again... the saw is too small to handle a 4" depth cut. If you are new to woodworking, definitely think of what types of projects you are planning, and buy a larger saw (12"), and it will save you pain in the long run. Just my 2 cents.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
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Title: Hotel La Meridiana; City: Sorrento Province of Naples Campania; Review: I was looking for a budget holiday in central Sorrento and by chance came across this Hotel half board for one week at just under £600 for two seemed ok to me, all we need is a clean bed, somewhere to hang our clothes, hot water and clean towels so if you are not bothered about ultra luxury this hotel is it. A small entrance and reception with a small bar greets you on arrival, the staff cannot be faulted for their friendliness and are a mine of info on the area. A small lift up to the first floor ended up in a room which had loads of cupboard space a TV with the usual news channels in English and a wall safe for which I paid 10 euros for the week with a 50 euro deposit returned on the day you vacate the room, as it was a first floor apartment the balcony overlooked the lemon groves, the rooms on higher floors had the views of the sea and the roof terrace was spectacular for the views of the area. the bathroom had complimentary soap, shampoo and shower cap, the towels where changed every day I was there and the maids are very hardworking in cleaning the hotel rooms. Breakfast was continental which was fresh rolls, various meats cheese, eggs, yoghourt, fruit, cereals, juice and pots of coffee/tea you choose from a menu what you would like to eat in the evening and it had vegetarian options, dinner was from 7 - 9pm Dinner was an eye opener, 4 courses and the food was very good the soups and pasta dishes excellent and we only had chips twice that week everything was Italian Food and very good we also had two gala nights where the menu was fixed and the time to eat which was 7.30 and there is of course a wine waiter who wasnt in the least pushy if you didnt fancy wine no pressure to buy it...After dinner we found that we where able to get a tray of coffee for two which provided two cups each to take to our room and sit on the balcony and this cost 4 euro's excellent value at a euro a cup made exactly how you want it. The Hotel itself is a 10 minute straight on the flat walk to the centre of Sorrento with the bus and train station, if the lemon grove is open a short cut through there missing the traffic is ideal. It is also adjacent to the Museum with its garden. If there is a downside it does not have a pool as there is so much to see in the area that isnt a problem for us. In all I can recommend this Hotel and would definately, if going back to Sorrento, book here again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Balmoral; City: Benalmadena Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: Arrived to find that reception was pleasant and efficient e2 per day for a safety box and a e10 deposit which was returned on leaving, asked for a high floor and was put on floor 6 overlooking the pool had a good view of the sea, the room had plenty of room to move around decent cupboard space, a TV which had the usual Sky News only, for the Brits. The housekeeping was excellent clean towels every day and plenty of hot water. We where half board the breakfast was good, plenty of choice, full english and continental on offer and the coffee machine actually turned out decent coffee, the evening meal had meat, fish choice in the usual various sauces, potatoes from chipped to mash and a salad bar, fresh fruit, cake, rice pudding, yoghurt, ice cream, now there was nothing wrong with the food and remembering its a 2 star it was a reasonable choice but it did'nt quite float my boat nothing spectacular but we didnt go hungry we tended after a couple of days to vary the meals by eating at various cafe's and filled in at tea time. The hotel is well situated, on the promenade side is the bus stop to 24hr square and the marina on to Torremolinos and Malaga, around the corner from the Hotel the bus stop up to Arroyo and Mijas, and across the road by the chemist the bus to Fuengirola and we found that the bus to Marbella stops at this stop also. The Hotel does cater mainly for its Spanish guests so the entertainment is geared towards this we found them polite but if your not up for "chatter" go in at 7pm for your meal as they tend to eat much later. In all I would say that this is a decent clean budget hotel and I would use it again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Grand Burstin Hotel; City: Folkestone Kent England; Review: The Burstin Hotel has over 7,000 bedrooms, a bit like the Forth Bridge when it comes to maintenance I should think. The Mystery David Urquart Trip ended up here, lots of coach parties from what I could see, booking in was very efficient, our room on the 5th floor looked to be one of the refurbished ones overlooking the harbour, the bed was new and clean white duvet/sheets etc towels changed every day, TV and a sofa, quite a large freshly painted room, the down side? the bath had overhead power shower and no convenient way to adjust the temperature except by bath taps, no lever on these as on the continent and the ceiling was the awful polystyrene tiles, nothing really to complain about with this rooms. The lifts where ultra efficient, in fact if you didnt leap in quick they had a habit of closing on you !!.. The dining experience was show your card and pick a table, the breakfast food was hot with a variety of bits except for mushrooms and black pudding for this you could upgrade to the Victorian restuarant for a fiver and they also bought a coffee/tea pot to your table the "basic" restuarant you got your own coffee out of flasks, the evening meal was also good, soup, meat and fish dishes assorted veg x 3 and a cold meats/salad buffet and various sweets. I personally enjoyed all my meals, to cater for so many people the Chefing was good. I cannot comment on the entertainment we where out on trips during the day and did not feel like a cabaret act which was around 9.45 after bingo and also the bar served happy hour drinks I believe just before dinner. There where various lounge area's around the hotel with flat screen tv's some of the furniture had seen better days and carpets looked to be being replaced. To sum up. I would say we had good value for money, it was a bit like living in Gatwick Airport considering the amount of bodies about, but the Staff where always cheerful. Would I go again No I'm afraid not, far to big a hotel, and if you do go, go early for your meals, it will be a better experience. Out and about, if you are staying here just around the corner from the Hotel is a bus stop which will take you into the main town and you can get buses to Canterbury and other places.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Moscha Hotel; City: Faliraki Rhodes Dodecanese South Aegean; Review: Travelled with Olympic on the 2nd May for two weeks, as has been written these are good value apartments clean and adequate for purpose, near to a beach the centre a good 20 minute walk away but along the beach it seemed a little quicker. Unfortunately, the season has now started later and we found that not everything was up and running the supermarkets near to the Moscha where closed the first week we where there and where up an running the second week, so we used the cafe for breakfast and found that it was quite good for food, they had a varied cafe menu at a reasonable choice. The safety Box was 10 euros a week. None of the travel shops where open for trips so we used the Reps choice for a tour around the Island which was an all day trip with lunch included at a cost of 96 euro's, the bus from Faliraki square to Rhodes was 2.20 ea way and the bus to Lindos on the main road opposite the Church was 4 euros ea way. It was very quiet around Faliraki, Rhodes town a little busier and the Old Town quite expensive to eat there and constant calling to eat here etc was on a par with Turkey for its pestering. Unfortunately Olympic are still using the Strategic Airline and we had an horrendous 10 hour delay back to Gatwick. We will not be using this holiday company again; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Relax Inn Hotel; City: Bugibba Island of Malta; Review: I usually take reviews with a pinch of salt, but unfortunately in the case of the Relax Inn they are true so be well aware of what you are getting if you book a budget holiday here it states that it is No.2 in the ratings with regard to hotels in this area, if this is the case it beggars belief what the others are like it is a mend and make do Hotel and in dire need of some decent bedding and towels and the mattresses are not at all comfortable with the springs poking up, I will say that the cleaners do a very good job and the towels are changed every day, it is in a decent position to access transport around Malta, if you do decide its worth a visit make sure you do not get a room on the front even in January the noise level from the drinkers turning out go on until well past 3 am so you will not get a very good nights sleep, you will need ear plugs I have no comment to make on the food every one has different tastes we went half board and would have been better with just bed and breakfast, I cannot recommend this Hotel and would not visit again a disappointing experience.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Reymar Playa; City: Malgrat de Mar Catalonia; Review: A good quick and efficient reception at this Hotel nothing was too much trouble for the reception staff, our room was clean and spacious enough and we had a large balcony which overlooked the mountains in front and the side view of the sea, housekeeping was fine, clean towels every day and a changes of bed linen and it had a full bathroom, it also had air conditioning. As it was a budget holiday I was not expecting to see bathroom freebies so I took my own including my hairdryer I also bought a 12 euro kettle from the shop on the corner of the street by the station. The TV only had a news channel and it was a 10 euro deposit for the remote, I only borrowed it for one night to catch up on news at home and on return I got my 10 euros back the next morning. The in room safe was 30 euros for the week again a 10 euro return as a deposit for the key. I would have liked to have given more points to this Hotel to rate it higher than average, but the dining room lets it down, the soup is at one end and the bread at the other, the coffee machine x 2 are at the corner of the room and lines of holiday makers queue up I don't think it will be very good in the height of the season, the toast machine takes literally an age and is on a timer, only tried toast once and gave up on other days, breakfast is basic dont expect a full English it is eggs mainly boiled, baked beans and bacon with continental for your other choice plus a selection of 3 cereals and yoghourt all perfectly edible, dinner time starts at 1pm and a change of menu at 5.30 through to 9pm so if you want it hot without microwaving the food those are the ideal times to go in to eat, plenty of fresh salads, rice, pasta, pork, fish, chicken, rabbit and so on, this Hotel has a varied clientle so it tries to cater for everyones tastes it does have varied potatoes on the selection not just chips as some previous poster suggested, we found that as we where half board we could buy a lunch ticket for 6 euros each and go in at 1 o'clock, we found we actually prefered the lunch menu at this time we enjoyed the selection of food on offer especially the paella on one of the days, the dining room staff are quick to remove empty plates, if this annoys you just imagine the chaos if they where allowed to stack up and if there are no empty tables you will have to stand and wait outside the dining room to get in so a laid back approach to this is needed, at the end of the buffet run they serve a drink if required, wine by the glass etc and water at 1 euro a small bottle. This Hotel is; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Chilton Country Pub and Hotel; City: Fencehouses Tyne and Wear England; Review: Booking in was fairly quick as was my upgraded room as I was not impressed with the first one offered, the second room was on the second floor and was large with a decent sized en-suite, I asked for the tv to be tuned in and this was attended to quickly, the meals at this Hotel where excellent especially the soups, the meals well presented and hot, the service was slow but I was not bothered with that as I wasn't going anywhere in a hurry, I must complement the Management in the fact that their staff are polite, friendly and handle customer relations very well, I enjoyed my stay here and would recommend this Hotel for short breaks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Essence Hotel Boutique by Don Paquito; City: Torremolinos Costa del Sol Province of Malaga And; Review: Hotel chosen from the David Urquart brochure and for the recommendations on here from the TA's...We where greeted by a friendly reception, check in quick and efficient 27 euro's for the room safe for 14 days with a 3 euro refund on return of the key, the room was a good size, on the 4th floor overlooking the pool area with a small balcony which got a lot of sun from noon onwards, a fridge (no charge) a TV with a few English channels inc. ITV (no charge).The bathroom was a reasonable size with a selection of complementary toiletries and bathroom slippers. I had to smile at this touch I am sure the supply is one size fits all and if you have size 10 plus feet quite useful, a nice touch was the small bottle of water in the room on arrival, suprised to find a double bed I thought most rooms on the continent went for singles, also not a lot of coat hangers in the wardrobe, overall clean and tidy and the housekeeping was good throughout the stay. The dining room: The food was presented well, the desert's included a very good selection of patisseries, flans, cooked fruits and fresh fruit, caramels, custard and rice, a large selection of Salad's, cheese's, fish on display, warm rolls to go with the soup of the day, the Hot selection was not labelled, varied in choice, meat's and fish and various rice, pasta potatoes etc. This section in my opinion was a little on the greasy side but some folk might like oily dishes I found I had plenty of choice over the 2 weeks and did not find it necessary to eat out of the Hotel. There is no entertainment here, the Hotel has a small lounge with a TV and furnished with wicker furniture, not the most comfortable to sit on, it also has a happy hour from 5-6 (I think) In reception area there is a computor terminal and the sideboard contains books if you like to read on holiday. The receptionists are friendly and will give you all the info you need for around and about. I would say that the Staff here are some of the best I have encountered in travelling all friendly and sociable without being intrusive they deserve the Excellent stars. Out and About. The Bus-Stop up into town is 1.44 e. it runs around the front and picks up quite a few folk I should think in the peak season it would be a sardine can on wheels, It stops at the terminus and from here you can get other buses to Fuengirola, Mijas, the Train in the centre of the town was our preferred travel along the coast it is a few cents dearer but what a difference to the buses so much more relaxed and not so crowded and much quicker. The best do it yourself day trip by bus was to Mijas there is a small museum which shows you the village as it was and the way of life; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Velamar Boutique Hotel; City: Albufeira Faro District Algarve; Review: Most of the reviews are spot on with this hotel being clean, the room we had was large and plenty of cupboard space, a fridge, a tv showing at least 3 English channels and an air conditioning unit all at this time where free of charge, the safety box was 3 euros a day with a returnable 10 euro deposit, the windows double glazed so not much noise if on the road side, I also noticed a large car park for those who are touring around, the breakfast was good, the choice was there for continental and a hot option, the orange juice and coffee where drinkable which is a treat for abroad orange juice some hotels have it watered down but that didn't appear to be so here, nice ambience to have breakfast in with views overlooking the ocean. The staff where pleasant and helpful, I noticed outside that the pools where just for cooling off and the kiddies pool is unsupervised so if you take small children be aware of this that no lifeguard is present, plenty of fresh looking umberellas and sun beds around, are there any faults? well not a lot, I too noticed the carpet leading up to the room I think it has been stained by cleaners bleach bottles in places and I guess its down in these area's for quietness when leaving early mornings but the writer is correct it does give the wrong impression to what is a clean hotel, and of course the barking dogs !! on and on they go heaven knows what the neighbours to these animals must think. So there you have it a decent Hotel in a quiet area. Out and about....We caught the 8.45 bus from outside the Hotel into Albufeira, getting off at the Modelo, tell the driver and he will stop and tell you when you are there, cross over the road and walk for around 10 mins, if that, and you are at the escalators the fare was 2.25 euro each, we took a taxi back to the Hotel for 8 euro's. We had a trip on the train (walley trolley) it cost around 2 euro's each and to be honest was not really worth it although it went up to the strip area which we did not visit. The Old Town is expensive for meals the closer to the ocean the more expensive it is etc. We also went to a gypsy market and got lots of bargains have been to a Portuguese market before and found that the clothes sold last very well for market buys, we had a trip to the mouintains an exhausting long day because it was so hot but good to see the area, trips... well if you walk along the road into Olhos you come across a ticket shop the price for the trip to the market went as follows, buy in the Hotel 14 euro's ea buy at this shop 10 eu cross over another shop further down 7 euro's and if you go to the one; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Abbey Hotel; City: Tewkesbury Cotswolds England; Review: Would endorse all the positive reviews of this Hotel it was value for money with a good English breakfast and well placed for the Abbey and museum's, comfortable clean room with hospitality tray and large modern TV would recommend for a budget break.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Albir Garden Resort; City: L Alfas del Pi Costa Blanca Province of Alicante Valencian Country; Review: Booking in was very good friendly and efficient we knew check in would be 5pm but were pleased that they had the apartment ready 2hrs before so that was fine, we paid 32 euros which included the Spain Tourist Tax for 2 weeks for a safe deposit box which was located in reception with a 10 euro refund on return of key, we also decided as it was winter to pay for extra channels on the TV this gets cheaper the more days you book so for 2 weeks it was 35 euro's, this rate goes from 5 euro's a day to 19 for a week etc. The apartment was on the 3rd floor of a block of about 9 next to the main hotel, no lifts, so be aware of this if you book. The living area was OK, compact, easy to do breakfast and tea's the equipment did not have a toaster so if you like toast for breakfast it would be easy to buy one in one of the numerous chinese shops in the near area for about 15 euro's the housekeeping was every 3 days and clean towels, if required, where given if you placed the used ones in the bath, we decided to remove our own rubbish and took this down on our way out to a camouflaged bin not far from the building, the bedroom did not have any drawer facilities just a large wardrobe with plenty of space we asked for more coat hangers and they arrived promptly no side lights in the room the beds where clean and comfortable. The lounge had a table and chairs for 4 and a bed settee this had to be the most uncomfortable thing to sit on the the entire 2 weeks, a sideboard where you will find the cups/saucers and glasses and a large modern flat screen tv, the whole warmed by the air conditioning unit there was also a free standing heater in the bedroom which we unplugged, having read other reports we had taken our own travel kettle and tea-towels we used the supermarket across the road from the complex as we found this to be reasonable and it did stock quite a few English food's there was also a Hot Counter where you could buy various meats and pasta's, pies and cooked chickens. The room overlooked the pool area and was a huge place it is indeed a Resort and they seem to encourage various sporting clubs to use it we did not come across the football club mentioned in a recent report but we encountered cyclists, runners and other sporting young people of many nationalities all where well behaved over the 2 weeks. We had one rainy day and tried out the restaurant, you can purchase meals separately, and we paid 10 euro's for a 3 course buffet we found the restaurant well laid out, it is huge and appears well managed and the food was good so we decided to give it another try, lunch was at 1pm by 10 past the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Seaward Hotel; City: Weston super Mare Somerset England; Review: Hotel in a good position opposite the sea with a bus stop outside, inside Hotel looks to be clean but well used, the receptionist was friendly and gave us a room along the back stairs, this room looked to have been refurbished as the carpet was clean and tidy its a small room with two single beds pushed against either wall and that leaves you room to walk between, the wardrobe/closet was the narrowest one I have ever seen being about 18" across it had enough coat hangers and it served its purpose, the room had a hair dryer a chest of drawers, complimentary tray of tea/coffee, and a couple of bars of soap on top of a pair of well washed towels, the en-suite was tiny if you are over 15 stone you will have trouble getting into the shower, the sink was a vanity hand basin a washing up bowl is larger, dislikes, no safety in the shower the elderly if they can get into it will be at risk of slipping, no mattress covers on the beds the bedding itself was clean,there was minimal housekeeping one change of towels in five days, the whole room gives you a feeling that you are in Lilliput land !!.... The Dining room was full of coach trippers so the staff where very busy they flew up and down, where you sit is important if you want a hot meal, if you are near the kitchen end you will not get served first because they start at the top and you will be last in the queue and your meal will be tepid, on saying this, they might, when you visit start at the kitchen end and you will still have a problem because to solve this you will notice that they need more staff, also, to save your self any humiliation or embarrassment do not attempt to ask for anything that is not on the menu prepared for coach trippers because the short order cook aka a Chef wanna be Keith Floyd will have a hissy fit, perhaps a course in customer care might be useful to him. Considering that this was a cheap get away it was value for money, you cannot really compare with a 5* Hotel, I have rated this as average mainly due to the hard working staff, would I visit again No Thanks once was enough.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Aparthotel Oceanus; City: Albufeira Faro District Algarve; Review: Upgraded to a 1 bed apartment on arrival, nice big room with enough equipment to do breakfast and light teas, large bathroom with a good shower and plenty of wardrobe space and hangers, if there where any negatives it would be the noise from the road but with the windows closed not too intrusive, didn't think of swapping the room it caused us no real problems. the beds where firm and the pillows where OK not at all lumpy as one visitor described. There was a TV with 4 English channels and cartoon channels for children which will be useful if it is a rainy day. the safety box was E.20.50 for the week with a 10 euro return of the key so quite reasonable, we did not use the on site restaurant as it opened only in the evenings which is too late for us so we ate a couple of times at the Cabrita across the road, would recommend this place as the food was very reasonable and well presented, popped into the snack bar but did not feel particularly welcome so left and went elsewhere. In all would say that we had a good deal in booking this Hotel and would recommend for a budget holiday it is central to shops and the bus and taxi rank, it was 8 euro's to go into the old town, we booked trips from the shop down the little hill to the beach and can also recommend the Foto Tour they do, it goes into the villages around the area and lunch in the mountains, very nice. We would not recommend the Best Transfers 4U firm they request you confirm your pick up back to the airport even after doing this they where late and when phoned up said be there in another 10 minutes, don't think so, we where already 20 mins late so got a taxi to the airport which cost us an extra 34 euro's this will cause stress if new to travelling abroad so in future would book Yellow Fish Taxi's.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Truro Hotel; City: Carnon Downs Feock Truro District Cornwall England; Review: Usual Premier Inn quality, all clean and tidy with a decent shower and a small TV the room overlooked the car park and restaurant and was a little noisy but did not bother us too much. we did not use the meal facilities preferring to go into Truro. For a budget meal the Sainsburys cafe is only 5 mins away and they have a nice selection of meals at reasonable prices; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Claremont Hotel; City: Eastbourne East Sussex England; Review: First time with the firm Daish's For the price paid I was not expecting what we received it was excellent, a really nice experience and can only confirm what others have said that the Claremont including its staff are very good at their jobs, the waiting staff very efficient, friendly nothing too much trouble. I would visit again and recommend this Hotel in Eastbourne; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Luna Solaqua; City: Albufeira Faro District Algarve; Review: Booked a bed and breakfast studio room overlooking the pool area, on arrival received a nice warm welcome from the man on reception he booked us in and gave us a form which explains the Hotel and times of breakfast it also said if you have any problems to let them know and they will attend to it, paid 2 euro's a day for the safety box and a 10 euro deposit returned on giving the key back on leaving. I did not ask about WiFi so cannot comment on that. The room for a studio was large and plenty of space the kitchen area had enough implements to see you through light meals no intention of cooking main meals as plenty of restaurants around for this. The TV was small and had ITV only, along with Tru TV and plenty of news channels and cartoons for children. The Continente supermarket was still open at 9.pm so was able to get water as we had arrived late. The breakfast from 8.30 was basic, English scrambled eggs no variety i.e fried or boiled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, brown or white bread, ham, cheese and tinned fruit, croissants appeared on one day the Friday. No Hot Plates and depending on what time you arrived it varied in warmth, it was edible and when you where lucky to get some hot food quite nice. The Cafeteria/snack bar is run on a franchise to the Hotel so if you don't like cold food no good complaining at reception I guess its not their department. The bar and snacks where fine had the jacket potato and this was presented well and it was good I would say that the staff in this cafeteria are a nice friendly group of workers, we did not hang around the pool area but could see that it was a large area on the Friday it was taken over by 17 women on a hen do enjoying themselves and they where well behaved as no noise at night time disturbed us. We enjoyed a couple of trips booked just up the road on the way to the Strip especially the Foto Tour on the Friday where we had lunch in Alte. Took a taxi to the Algarve Shopping Centre on one rainy morning the cost of this was 12.80 euro each way, had a Chinese buffet lunch that day for just under 10 euro's but on the whole an expensive trip by Taxi As with every holiday not everything is perfect, personal dislikes where the hard beds, housekeeping who turn up at 5. pm ?? just as you might be having a light tea snack or wanting to get ready to go out so most of the time they just emptied the bins and changed the towels did eventually have a "light bulb" moment this must be a very awkward job for them they probably can't get in early as the drinkers are sleeping it off There is no particular atmosphere at the complex apart from the first initial warm welcome; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Townhouse Rooms; City: Truro Truro District Cornwall England; Review: We had a nice warm welcome on arrival and given a map and details of various places around the area.The room was clean large and nicely presented it overlooked a very nice garden with tables and chairs for guests use if required, the buffet breakfast items where of good quality and I personally thought there was a good choice, especially the fancy croissant's, you could use the breakfast room and coffee machine as and when, for bringing in you own meals if needed there was a microwave. There was also a wine list. The Hotel is not far from the town centre just a short walk down the hill, if it is too much to get back up from town if you are not a good walker a taxi which we used one day was only £3. We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend this Hotel.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Nightingale Hotel Bar Restaurant; City: Shanklin Isle of Wight England; Review: Visited relations who where staying for a few days for lunch, I had no complaints about my meal all of it was tasty, yes they forgot to put the Parmesan on my risotto, not a problem it was bought in a dish and I put it on myself and yes there where odd wine glasses on the table but the wine provided was very acceptable to drink for a dry white they seem to be getting slated on here but I would say give the Hotel a chance as I believe it has been taken over recently not everything is perfect a work in progress but I for one enjoyed my meal.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Best Siroco; City: Benalmadena Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: The hotel is undergoing extensive renovation, there is some noise but in our room it was not a problem 253 is one of the newly renovated rooms and it has been done out very nice it had a large double wardrobe, a large TV with 4 English channels (good for rainy days) a small fridge and a safe for which a small charge of e.2 a day is requested for use of, a large bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair drier no bath but a good walk in shower, two double beds which in this room are very hard with pillows to match, not very comfortable, the house keeping is excellent and to a good standard. This room overlooked the garden and a side sea view. I would say that all staff who work here are a credit to the Hotel friendly and approachable nothing is too much trouble so they deserve 5 stars for this alone. The restaurant, if you are in this block has a lot of corridors to walk to get to the other side of the building, a useful tip is to go down to garden level and walk across and enter by the reception, this garden level is also useful for accessing the main strip via a gate at the bottom it does away with the hilly bit, there are steps up but it is not so arduous a climb. The food in the restaurant is as described by others and it is of a decent standard plenty to choose from depending on when the trays have been put out will determine how hot it is. Wine/drinks can be paid for on exiting the restaurant. If you decide to buy a bus card ensure that it includes Fuengirola, Malaga area our's did not and an irate bus driver could not explain why it would not because I speak very little Spanish and he no English but a return to the tobacconists to add these destinations was not a problem and it cost no extra to put on the card. If you want to avoid the crush to the Arroyo market via the bus on a Friday, take a taxi up the hill to the railway station and it costs about 5 euros then you just have a short walk up to the market and miss all the crowds. In all an enjoyable holiday and the weather was kind only 1 rainy day in the two weeks.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Richmond Holiday Centre; City: Skegness Lincolnshire England; Review: We have stayed here before and find it an excellent choice for its nearness to the Town and bus station to other parts of the coast,we usually visit in a motor-home so first time in a caravan it was well equipped and the bed comfortable with clean linen, we have no small children so cannot comment on the child facilities, we had the fish and chips from the on site shop which where excellent, we also ate the Sunday carvery which came with a free pint/drink of your choice, we also thought the on site shop was reasonable, we usually walked into town and took a taxi back which was around £4. Richmond is a good choice to stay at as it is central to everything would recommend; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kingfisher Cottage; City: Tavistock Dartmoor National Park Devon England; Review: The location of this B/B is ideal to access the centre of Tavistock, it is a clean, well presented Bed and Breakfast with congenial hosts, friendly and informative. The breakfast had a good selection with a hot option cooked to order. I would visit again if in the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Melville Hotel; City: Blackpool Lancashire England; Review: An older hotel, in parts TLC needed in places, room was clean and suitable for purpose, paid a budget price so did not expect a 5 star room, the food was good, nice and hot considering there where only two waitresses to service a bus trip holiday, the Hotel is central to the winter gardens, houndshill shopping centre and the tower, the staff at the hotel where friendly and helpful, had to rate this hotel as noisy which is not the hotels fault but the noisy chavvy guests that where staying, if you are on a budget the Hotel is good for clean rooms/food and good service but don't expect 5 star accommodation.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ravensbury Hotel; City: Newquay Cornwall England; Review: The Ravensbury is a reasonably priced B/B the room we had was fresh looking and clean, plenty of space, the Hostess serves a good quality cooked breakfast any way you like it plus the extras like cereals, juice, yogurt etc, it has parking outside which was handy plus parking round the back if full at the front. We enjoyed our stay here it is handy for the beach but far enough from the town, would stay again it was a nice bargain break.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Somerset Hotel; City: Llandudno Conwy County North Wales Wales; Review: After reading all the negative reviews we where pleasantly pleased to get one of the modernised double rooms and it was excellent with regard to space and facilities, In our opinion the food was good, well presented with a reasonable choice, considering the price paid for this visit it was good value. peoples taste vary so you will always get some who don't like their food etc...The staff where cheerful and accommodating to any requests and the two trips on offer where very good, LLandudno is an excellent holiday destination the Somerset is well situated to the town which is large with good shopping it is situated just behind the Hotel, we had a vintage bus tour up around the Great Orme and the driver was very informative well worth the £6. fare. you pick this up from just outside the pier, this is also where the open top bus and dotto train operate from. Other buses can be found to various places in the town centre the Hotel has all the bus numbers if you wish to visit other area's. In all an excellent trip away with Daish's we will definitely considering visiting again.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Dead Famous; Author: Visit Amazon's Ben Elton Page; Review: If you're already a Ben Elton fan, you won't be disappointed. Plenty of laughs and keeps you turning pages. Challenges you to consider today's drug culture and the organised crime that surrounds it, presenting both sides of the story in a light tone.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Pilates Body: The Ultimate At-Home Guide to Strengthening, Lengthening and Toning Your Body- Without Machines; Author: Visit Amazon's Brooke Siler Page; Review: The best Pilates book I've come across. Explains exercises well with photos, detailed text, and analogies. Gives the theory and background of Pilates as well as a good number of exercises, suggested programmes, and three levels of skill. Very easy to apply to your own workout, and progress through the levels.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Your Ultimate Pilates Body Challenge: At the Gym, on the Mat, and on the Move; Author: Visit Amazon's Brooke Siler Page; Review: Some great tips to get you using Pilates principles in everyday activities, and to sneak in a mini workout while queuing at the bank! Very practical. A little repitition if you already have Brooke's earlier book "The Pilates Body", but well worth it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Raising Lifelong Learners: A Parent's Guide; Author: Lucy Calkins; Review: Excellent practical tips, and examples which really get you thinking. A must for ayone who wants their children to love books and learning.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bel Canto: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Ann Patchett Page; Review: A fascinating story written in a unique, captivating style. Patchett has a way with words that drew me in, and never left me disappointed - until I ran out of pages! This is one of those books that makes you wish you could forget everything and start again, for the pleasure of being carried along with the story. The story itself is a beautiful study of human life in captivity - the relationships formed across class and language barriers are extraordinary; the routine that the captives develop with time, and a sense of normalcy in what is a very unnatural situation, are fascinating. Characters find alter-egos, their hidden traits emerging away from the pressures of society and high-powered diplomacy. Everyone discovers music - opera - and everything stops when the key character sings. Husbands fall in love with their wives (absence makes the heart grow fond!) and others find new love - but not in that clichd way that so many authors fall back on. I'm sure this review doesn't do the book justice. Just read it - it's my new favourite book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Sister's Keeper; Author: Visit Amazon's Jodi Picoult Page; Review: A standard Jodi Picoult rollercoaster. The story was interesting - though difficult to relate to, and not necessarily factual. The pace is good, and I found myself turning pages rapidly - as I do with most of Picoult's works. I found the end dissatisfying, and know others feel the same, but if you like Picoult this is still worth picking up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My Sister's Keeper; Author: Visit Amazon's Jodi Picoult Page; Review: A standard Jodi Picoult rollercoaster. The story was interesting - though difficult to relate to, and not necessarily factual. The pace is good, and I found myself turning pages rapidly - as I do with most of Picoult's works. I found the end dissatisfying, and know others feel the same, but if you like Picoult this is still worth picking up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Small Is the New Big: and 183 Other Riffs, Rants, and Remarkable Business Ideas; Author: Visit Amazon's Seth Godin Page; Review: I love the "short and sweet" format - this is the perfect opportunity to browse someone else's brain for ideas! I read this over about 6 months, picking it up and reading one or two "rants" at a time. I found these thought-provoking, with sufficient detail for me to know what he was going on enough, but without boring me with detail and examples. Several topics triggered great ideas which I've thought through, developed, and run with in the days after reading. Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Esquire Presents: What It Feels Like: *To Walk on the Moon*To Be Gored by a Bull*To Survive an Avalanche; Author: Visit Amazon's A.J. Jacobs Page; Review: A varied collection of short pieces - humourous in places, but for the most part an unenlightening read.. this left me with many unanswered questions, and I'll continue to rely on my imagination to know "what it feels like to..." in most cases; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Something Blue; Author: Visit Amazon's Emily Giffin Page; Review: A great follow up to Something Borrowed... See Darcy's point of view, and follow her as she figures out what's important. Not as pregnancy-focused as I thought it would be (a good thing, from my perspective), with more focus on Darcy's inner monologue, priorities, and relationships with friends and family. Picks up where the last book left off (with a little crossover), but would be just as enjoyable if you had not read the first book, or if you just watched the movie.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Remember Me?: A Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Sophie Kinsella Page; Review: ...what if you had no memory of the last few years, and the "old you" woke up in your current life? Would you be surprised? Would your life be what you expected? We all have dreams about the kind of person we will become when we "grow up". This book explores priorities, family, friendship, power, and loft-style-living in a way that makes you think, but not too much! Mostly I laughed out loud at Lexi's adventures, with a few tears along the way. An enjoyable read for Kinsella fans, or those who just enjoy good chick lit (that is, chick lit with a non-romantic main storyline!); Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: iNassen TeckNet C016 USB HD 720P Webcam, 5 MegaPixel, 5G Lens, USB Microphone & 6 LED; Brand: iNassen; Review: Not working; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Optical Quantum OQBDR06LT-25 6X 25 GB BD-R Single Layer Blu-Ray Recordable Blank Media Logo Top; Brand: Optical Quantum; Review: Good condition; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TomTom Runner GPS Watch (Black); Brand: TomTom; Review: Excelent!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LG WH16NS40 Super Multi Blue Internal SATA 16x Blu-ray Disc Rewriter; Brand: LG; Review: Good condition; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lacdo EVA Shockproof Carrying Case for Western Digital My Passport Studio Ultra Slim Essential WD Elements SE Portable 500GB 1TB; Brand: Lacdo; Review: Very good quality; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Philips BT50B/37 Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker; Brand: Philips; Review: Excelent!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WD 1TB Black My Passport Ultra Portable External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - WDBGPU0010BBK-NESN [Old Model]; Brand: Western Digital; Review: Excelent!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Craigroyston House and Lodge; City: Pitlochry Perth and Kinross Scotland; Review: We first visited Pitlochry in October 1996 with our two small children Faye & William. We were pointed in the direction of Craigroyston by the Scottish tourist board and had the pleasure of meeting Greta and Douglas for the first time, we have returned every year since and look upon Craigroyston as our home in the Highlands. We cannot speak more highly of Greta and Douglas who have become close friends over the years and not forgetting Lesley an important member of the team. The house is a magnificent example of Victorian architecture centrally located with ample parking and easy access to shops and restaurants (our favourite Victorias). The rooms have been tastefully decorated in Laura Ashley style, very clean and comfortable. A very enjoyable breakfast awaits you each morning before you start your Highland adventure. Our two children are now 23 and 19 and still want to accompany us, hopefully one day it will just be just the two of us to enjoy the peace and the beautiful scenery, or will it be time to bring the grand children! If you visit Pitlochry you will certainly enjoy yourselves even more so if you stay at Craigroyston. From Steven & Angela Chambers, Leigh On Sea, Essex.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Crown Castle; City: Orford Suffolk East Anglia England; Review: Our second visit to this hotel, very enjoyable. Our room in the main house was very nice with a wonderful view from our window. The food was excellent and the staff were efficient, attentive and very friendly, what a shame that the owner wasn't up to the same level as her staff. I had parked my car to the rear of the hotel between designated parking lines and when my wife and I decided to go for a drive we found that a car had been parked so near that we were unable to open the door, my wife went back into the hotel to see if we could get it moved, a few minutes later a very stern and miserable looking lady arrives moaning about the size of my car. I was then informed by a member of staff that she was the owner of the hotel, Ruth Watson, an ex hotel inspector!!!!!! My advice to any future visitors is to go to the hotel if you want a very enjoyable and relaxing time BUT not if you own a large car. Mr S T Chambers, Leigh on Sea, Essex.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Craigroyston House and Lodge; City: Pitlochry Perth and Kinross Scotland; Review: We have been visiting Pitlochry and staying at Craigroyston House for the past twenty years which was owned by Douglas and Greta Maxwell, returning each year showed how much we injoyed our stay there. This year was our first visit under the new ownership of Susan and Vaughan Jackson. From the point of pulling onto the car park and being greeted by two lovely people, Susan and Vaughan we instantly new our wonderful relationship with Pitlochry would continue. During our weeks stay we were treated as though we were old friends and looked after to highest possible standards. The breakfast was very nice, served in a wonderful friendly atmosphere and gave us a very good start to our days of adventure. We certainly look forward to visiting Pitlochry and staying at Craigroyston for many years to come. Once again thank you Susan and Vaughan for your very warm welcome. Mr & Mrs S T Chambers. Leigh on Sea, Essex.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Priory Hotel; City: Wareham Dorset England; Review: The first stop on our tour of England and Wales, What an absolutely wonderful way to start our Holiday, the Priory Hotel in Wareham is situated in the most wonderful setting. Our superb room in the boat house overlooking the river was so picturesque. (Photo attached) My wife and I stayed for two nights, eating in the hotel restaurant on both days, the food was excellent, well cooked and presented perfectly. The staff were friendly, helpful and very efficient and always prepared to give you time. Should we be favoured by staying in any hotels of this standard during the remainder of our trip we will be very fortunate. We thank you once again at the Priory and look forward to staying with you in the near future, for a longer stay. Kindest Regards, Steve & Angela Chambers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Nare; City: Veryan Roseland Peninsula Truro District Cornwall England; Review: The Nare Hotel is positioned overlooking Carne Beach in Truro. The views and areas for walking are exquisite. The hotel is well maintained and very comfortable and also arranged for my car to be valeted. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The food was excellent and well presented, unfortunately we felt that to many tables were in the dining area making it very tight for the serving trollies to be manoeuvred without colliding with the chairs etc. This became very irritating. Our room (suite) was very tired, especially for the money being paid. In conclusion, this was an excellent hotel but for the cost involved could improve certain aspects, ie. less people in the (over crowding) dining room, decorating the suite that we occupied and clear direction signage to the hotel. ( sat-nav struggles) We would happily return but with slight improvements put in place. Kind Regards, Steve & Angela Chambers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Royal Fortescue Hotel; City: Barnstaple Devon England; Review: On our very first visit to Barnstaple we stayed at the Royal and Fortescue, this was mainly due to the fact we often stay at the Carlyon Bay hotel in Cornwall, which is in the same group and of a very high standard!! Unfortunately this one is not, we were very disappointed. Starting with the Parking, the first area was a struggle to enter, everyone seemed to have parked their cars or vans even if they weren’t even staying in the hotel and to top that every motor was getting covered in seagull mess and the second looked like a derelict warehouse full of pigeons. In these situations it would be wonderful to have some sort of secure parking and under cover sections, even if we have to Pay extra. On entering the hotel the reception area was fairly impressive, unfortunately the remainder was tatty, the armchairs were worn and stained. Our room over the main entrance was the hotels main suite, again very drab and needed an injection of life!! With regard to the food, perhaps a little unfair to criticise as the main dining area was being decorated and we ate in the bar, ordering from the bar menus. I must point out that the staff were very helpful and pleasant at all times. Overall, very disappointed, improvements need to be carried out, so far behind Carlyon Bay. Kind Regards, Steve & Angela Chambers.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Lucknam Park; City: Colerne Wiltshire England; Review: For out Fourth Hotel we had the good fortune of visiting, Lucknam Park, Wiltshire. Approaching the hotel along the wonderful tree lined drive you immediately get the feeling of importance, which is what all guests should feel. We arrived at the main entrance and were warmly greeted by the conciarge, who then carried our bags into reception and then carried out the parking of our car. Our accommodation was first class, not a large room but perfect in every other way. The hotel itself was tastefully decorated and very comfortable, the dining room spacious and the service impeccable. Our food was cooked perfectly, served and presented in the way that it deserved. The staff were very courteous, exceptionally helpful and friendly. I have no reservations in recommending this wonderful hotel to all and look forward to returning in the near future. Kind Regards, Steve & Angela Chambers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bodysgallen Hall Spa; City: Llandudno Conwy County North Wales Wales; Review: On entering the drive it felt very special and as we drove up to this very large, old and impressive house. We were warmly greeted and taken into reception, you felt this house had many stories to tell !! Our room was a superior room on the first floor, large and very comfortable. The view from our windows was so very special, we overlooked some of the most wonderful gardens we have ever seen, in the distance Conwy Castle and the beautiful mountains of Snowdonia, our country is so picturesque. We ate in the hotel, the food was most enjoyable and the service first class. The hotel staff were helpful, attentive and friendly, just as we like. I must mention Llandudno, it took us 10 minutes to drive into this wonderful town, we had the most enjoyable day there. Our stay at the hotel and visit to Llandudno was something very special and we look forward to going back as soon as we can. Steve & Angela Chambers. Leigh on Sea, Essex.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel; City: Pooley Bridge Penrith Eden District Lake District Cumb; Review: We reached the Lake District and the views were wonderful and as we travelled we could see Sharrow Bay on the other side of Ulswater. Arriving at the hotel, the grounds looked exceptionally tidy and gardens well kept, parking was easy and just outside the main entrance. The hotel was traditional and looked very comfortable, our room was named Silver and on the first floor with views across the lake. The decor was of a high standard and gave the feeling of relaxation, I would have thought one of there best rooms, We ate in the restaurant on the two nights of our stay, the food was of a very high standard with impeccable service. All the staff were polite, very helpful and friendly, I must mention one of the maintenance operatives that we got chatting to, he gave us a good knowledge of the hotel and surrounding areas, a very nice man and we appreciated his time. Overall a lovely hotel, which I highly recommend and we look forward to returning in the near future. Steve & Angela Chambers. Leigh on Sea, Essex.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Langley; City: Whitby Scarborough District North Yorkshire England; Review: Arriving in Whitby the sun was shinning and the Royal Crescent looked absolutely wonderful, before going into our hotel we stood looking across the Crescent out to Sea, how lucky we are to have such wonderful places in our very special country. At the hotel entrance we were greeted by our pleasant and friendly host, Andy. He immediately went to our car, carried our luggage into the hotel and presented us with a parking permit to cover our two day stay, what a welcome. The hotel was very comfortable and clean, our bedroom lovely and fresh with the bonus of looking out to the sea which was very nice. We also slept very well. Breakfast was spot on, plenty of choice, all very well cooked and enjoyed on both mornings. Our wonderful host Andy was there for everything, nothing to much trouble and he would be happy to spend time engaging in good informative and friendly conversation. This is a most wonderful B & B which I recommend to all who visit WHITBY. Whitby is also a wonderful town and deserves a review of its own !! Steve & Angela Chambers. Leigh on Sea, Essex.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Walls Bed and Breakfast; City: Berwick upon Tweed Northumberland England; Review: Our first visit to this part of the country and very interesting to. We stayed at the Walls B&B where we were welcomed by Steve the owner, who was charming and very hospitable offering us tea or coffee before showing us to our room. Our room looked out over the harbour and although we weren’t looking out across country side, this was so interesting, you just couldn’t help seeing the past. Our room spacious and very clean, the bed comfortable and with a very large television, with the world cup under way very welcomed Breakfast was first class with plenty to choose from. For dinner the Queens Head a pub restaurant was recommended to us by Steve and the food was absolutely beautiful. Parking in the town was very easy and free at the quay car park, the down side, the cars got completely bombed from the Sea Gulls !!!!! Although the town is a little run down, it’s a very interesting place with a lot of history and to be fair you need more than a 1 night stay to see all. If we manage to return we would be very happy to once again stay at the Walls and definitely eat again at the Queens Head. Steve & Angela Chambers. Leigh on Sea, Essex.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Crown Castle; City: Orford Suffolk East Anglia England; Review: My wife and I last stayed at the crown and castle a few years ago when owned by Ruth Watson, unfortunately I had a run in with her over a parking incident, I found her rude and very obnoxious and although a very pleasant hotel I decided I couldn’t be a customer of someone who could act in that way. On one of our recent trips to the Swan at Lavenham we were informed that the TA hotel collection had taken over the Crown and Castle, this gave us the opportunity to return. Upon our arrival we were pleasantly surprised to meet the new general manager John Morrell whom we had met previously at the Swan, in our opinion a wonderful appointment made by the group. We stayed from Friday to Sunday in a very pleasant and comfortable room over looking the gardens and the River Ore. All the staff were wonderful, very polite, friendly and helpful in every way possible. We dined in the restaurant on both days, breakfast was relaxed and the food plentiful, the dinners were also served In a relaxed and very comfortable atmosphere, choice was varied, cooked and presented as it should be. We had a most enjoyable weekend and we would like to thank John and all the staff for always seeming to go that extra yard for us. I can honestly see this hotel becoming more and more popular to visit, we will certainly be back very soon. Steve & Angie, Leigh on Sea.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Maxell EC-150 Wired Lightweight Soft Touch Rubber Cord Stereo Line Ear Clips 30mm Drivers, Black (190561); Brand: Maxell; Review: These were a good price and it is exactly what I was looking for. Comfortable and sounds good and stay on my ears with out moving around.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Insignia Flex 9.7-Inch Tablet Custom Fit Portfolio Leather Case Cover with Built In Stand- Pink; Brand: Midea Tech; Review: Exactly what my sister wanted. Thanks; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Masione™ MS-285 Outdoor Sport NFC Waterproof Shockproof Dust-proof Portable Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker, 10 Watt, 2000 mAh Li-ion; Brand: Atc; Review: I am really enjoying it at volleyball and camp. Everyone that was been with me really enjoys it, and ask where I got it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Apple iPod nano 4 GB Green (2nd Generation) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Apple; Review: works great and is simple to use; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RiteAV - 3.5mm Male to RCA Stereo Female Adapter Cable (Y-Cable) - 6 inch; Brand: RiteAV; Review: does this job; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Coby MP620 4 GB Video MP3 Player with FM Radio (Red) (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Coby; Review: not a good user interface; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Almost Famous; Brand: Billy Crudup; Review: Judging by what makes it up classic rock radio these days, it's no wonder so many people liked this nostalgia bore fest. Just like the dinosaur music that makes up this self-indulgent Cameron Crowe flick, it's full of itself. if anything this movie explains why punk/new wave jumped up and attempted to erase this acid trip from memory. Crowe continues to push this bloated illusion of what real rock n roll is. The only thing he got right was Lester Bangs sitting around blasting Iggy Pop and the MC5. Note to Kate Hudson: Just becasue you date Chris Robinson doesn't mean you can act in a rock flick.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Major League VHS; Brand: Tom Berenger; Review: Seeing how this movie was made in 1989 I swear this could have been the true story of the Cleveland Indians. Cleveland Stadium was falling apart. 1,200 people would show up for week night contests, leaving 75,000 open seats. In 1987 the Tribe graced the cover of SI only to finish dead last. The fans always thought the Tribe might leave (but it was the Browns who ultimately said goodbye). After all this was the club that in 1974 had a ten-cent beer night that turned into a full scale riot. Any number of these players could probably be any one of the countless characters that graced their preence down by the lake from the late 60s to early 90s. Is that Super Joe Charboneau I see in Rick Wild Thing Vaughn? Could be. Gaylord Perry as the old pitcher who puts snot on the ball.... You tell me. This is an authenic snap shot of those years where it was awkwardly fun to watch the Tribe. Even though tis is supposed to a comedy the end is quite emotinal. Only mistake was using County Stadium in Milwaukee. It's no Municipal Stadium.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead; Brand: Simon Pegg; Review: As an American who knows a few things about British culture, I did enjoy "Shaun of the Dead", but at the same time it did to me the same thing the Dawn of the Dead remake did: I want another George Romero movie. Now. For as much British humor that was supposed to be in the film, it really seemed like a contemporary American comedy for most of the start. It's the same pop culture reference name dropping brand of humor that has developed over here in the last 10 or so years. For instance the "White Lines" scene... that could've been in a Kevin Smith movie. The drunk girl zombie in the garden is pure "Dude Where's My Car". The middle and end of the movie play like "From Dusk till Dawn". The movie's pace and tone suddenly change direction into a hard core fright fest leaving the comdey way behind. Until the last five minutes again. While it's all very amusing it's more like a "Oh yeah, that was clever" laugh you'll get out of it. You won't be falling off your chair. I'm sorry, but just because you pay homage to great films of the past doesn't make your film better. Well, there is one case where that worked (See: Once Upon a Time in the West). This isn't in that league. The one thing I really liked: slow undead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Shaun of the Dead; Brand: Kate Ashfield; Review: As an American who knows a few things about British culture, I did enjoy "Shaun of the Dead", but at the same time it did to me the same thing the Dawn of the Dead remake did: I want another George Romero movie. Now. For as much British humor that was supposed to be in the film, it really seemed like a contemporary American comedy for most of the start. It's the same pop culture reference name dropping brand of humor that has developed over here in the last 10 or so years. For instance the "White Lines" scene... that could've been in a Kevin Smith movie. The drunk girl zombie in the garden is pure "Dude Where's My Car". The middle and end of the movie play like "From Dusk till Dawn". The movie's pace and tone suddenly change direction into a hard core fright fest leaving the comdey way behind. Until the last five minutes again. While it's all very amusing it's more like a "Oh yeah, that was clever" laugh you'll get out of it. You won't be falling off your chair. I'm sorry, but just because you pay homage to great films of the past doesn't make your film better. Well, there is one case where that worked (See: Once Upon a Time in the West). This isn't in that league. The one thing I really liked: slow undead.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Napoleon Dynamite; Brand: Jon Heder; Review: As a person who was a child of the late 70s and early 80s, I'm seriously getting sick of the use of nostalgia to generate "buzz" in current pop culture entertainment. The same goes for this movie. Supposedly this film is set in present day, but the backdrop is right out of the early '80s. Napoleon's brother uses a computer which looks like an original Apple, yet he is chatting with babes on the Internet. That scene and many others like it are par for the course here. Yeah, I realize this film is absurb and I realize it asks you to suspend reality. Yet, it tries so hard to be a genuine reflection of high school life. If being a mean and hateful person - along with consistently lying - was part of your high school experience, well I guess this movie fits you to a T.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Puddle Cruiser; Brand: Sally Brackett; Review: That's essentially what this film is. It's a wreck. Perhaps there are a few parts that will remind you of Super Troopers, but largely it's dreck. Broken Lizard is pretty much a one-hit wonder. Club Dread may actually be worse than Puddle Cruiser.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Other Guys; Brand: Mark Wahlberg; Review: The writers here should congratulate themselves on making one of the most incomprehensible comedies of all time. Normally I would give a lot of credit to a film which really tried to address the current thievery going on in Wall Street firms, but the insertion of these complex themes into a slapstick buddy cop film is exactly the train wreck you would expect it to be. Aside from the absurdity regarding the overall theme, the storyline rumbles along from one scene to the next with no continuity. The jokes are unfunny and painfully lame. The acting? Phoned in performances across the board.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Center Parcs Longleat Forest; City: Warminster Wiltshire England; Review: I first went to CP's when I was 11 years old, now 17 years on and a mum to twins I am obsessed with the place! My 3 and half year old twins have been on 14 seperate breaks since birth with another 2 booked for the rest of the year. I tend to go every 3 months but would go once a month if I could! Call it excessive but I can truly recommend the concept for families with children of all ages. I took my twins at 6 weeks old for a week to use the time to settle them into a great routine with everything all on one level. Unless you book 2 storey accomodation then living in a one storey villa is a brilliant experience with young kids when you have the most wonderful forest and lake views to gaze at whilst waiting on the various and frequent animal visitors to turn up. This is such a special thing and if you are a 'townie' then your kids will love it. I can see why people post about the expense, the distance between things etc on here about Longleat but I do think you must keep it in perspective. Before booking, a little investigation on sites like this and CP's own will give you a very clear idea of the layout so I do not think that it is very fair to then come onto forums and make harsh comments about how disappointed you are etc. CP's is exactly what you make of it, if you are on a very tight budget then do ALL of your shopping in the excellent Morrisons in Warminster or the Co-op in Westbury, take packed lunch everyday and cook at home every evening and then take a bottle of wine out with you and sit in the plaza where any of the resteraunt staff will be happy to give you a couple of glasses!! Take your own cycles with good, strong locks and take plenty of entertainment with you for the villa for rainy days and family evenings in. Just by doing this you can free up some money for a few chosen activities and if you pre book them such as badminton for all the family then you can get a good rate. The land train is very frequent so there is no excuse to complain about the distance between places and if you book the cheapest villas then understand that they are cheaper for a reason. However, to upgrade one level or 2 is a negligible difference if you like the comforts of towels, dvd player and dishwasher. I always stay in executive accommodation and aim my budget at that. With young kids the extra bathrooms, towels and closeness to the plaza is a must. I do all my shopping in Frome where they have an excellent Sainsbury's and just visit the parc market for tops ups such as bread and milk and an excellent cake from the bakery! It is such a family orientated place and with a little; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Albany Hotel; City: Tenby Pembrokeshire Wales; Review: Such a lovely welcome awaited me and my 2 daughters and the hotel itself is rich in character. My 2 four year olds enjoyed and that is good enough for me, we shall return!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Warminster; City: Warminster Wiltshire England; Review: Very well placed for the night before Center Parcs or Longleat. Always been very clean everytime I have stayed unlike the one Beckington which has always been absolutely minging! Can't fault it for what it is and has better temperature control and soundproofing than a lot of the travelodges I have stayed in. I would pick this over the Beckington one everytime.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Woolpack Inn; City: Beckington Frome Somerset England; Review: We have stayed here 3 times altogether and absolutely love it. Food is great pub grub, breakfast is exceptional and the superior rooms feel like such a treat to stay in. Can't wait to return in October before our Halloween Centre Parcs trip and have a glass of wine or 2 by the fire!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Resort Grazia Terme; City: Lacco Ameno Isola d Ischia Province of Naples Campania; Review: Fantastic staff and we felt so looked after. The food was absolutely amazing, so much variety and choice. We cannot wait to return next Summer as it was such an incredible stay. We returned on Friday feeling relaxed and rejuvenated after being so well looked after and several trips to the spa. Thank you so much to everyone at the hotel, your customer service is second to none. Best wishes, Adrian & Rhian Powell; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Davvi Arctic Lodge; City: Karesuvanto Lapland; Review: I am writing this review to reassure all those who are reading the (unfounded & unnecessary) bad reviews avidly before their break as I did. However I will say this, if you are looking for gourmet cuisine, 4 star accommodation and an Après-ski feel then this is not going to be for you. Your children however will have the time of their life! Each day is so packed with your excursions and time out in the snow that you honestly lose track of what day it is and how long you have been there for! The trips were really well run, the hotel provided excellent meals that were filling, warm and plentiful. Drinks were definitely not as highly priced as other reviewers have stated however we did take a couple of wine boxes for the cabin and a bottle or 2 of baileys for the evenings after dinner! The draught beer however is horrendous so be prepared to drink bottle which are as expensive as back home or pop down to the garage (end of the hotel drive) to get some. The fell houses are further away than we realised, if you are staying there then be prepared for a bit of a trek if you have younger children who will probably need to suit up. We were in the cabins and only needed to wear our snowboots and a ski jacket to dinner over the top of normal clothes. We took slippers to wear as once you find a sofa you are so exhausted from the day, you tend to camp out with your book and a few glasses of gloggi. It didn't drop below -10 when we were there and this made the whole break very easy in terms of getting layers right and making sure the kids were warm enough. I would definitely take a rucksack for the excursions and fill it with a few extra layers (light fleece, extra socks) as we did feel how quick the temp can drop. We took a kettle but hardly used it as we were barely in our cabin. The hotel is fantastic to chill out in and all the kids just make their own fun. Cabin was very, very warm. Bathroom basic, bad design and difficult but on a short break you can manage. No hooks to hang anything up, we put our suits in the sauna to dry. Not sure if this is a fire hazard?! With 5 people in a cabin, 5 suits, 10 heavy boots, a mountain of snow being trailed in and endless layers to get out of this was our only real problem. A boot rack and rail/hooks is a simple thing to do and would make life MUCH easier. We bought our reindeer skin early on and put it down on the cabin floor, a simple thing but made it really homely. Take note hotel staff!!! I would just like to apologise to anyone staying in the hotel last week as my kids were definitely some of the ones running around the outside of the; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Glastonbury Hotel; City: Glastonbury Somerset England; Review: Very handy location and easy to get too. Ideal as a base if in the area for a few nights. Not the best PI I have stayed in but definitely not the worst and thus was mainly down to a bad smell from mouldy grouting rather than the room itself. Much nicer than the travelodge and although on the road sound insulation is adequate. I would recommend breakfast & dinner anywhere in town rather than next door though!!; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: The Animator's Survival Kit; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Williams Page; Review: Don't be without this book if you are going for 2-D or 3-D animation; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Illusion of Life: Disney Animation; Author: Visit Amazon's Ollie Johnston Page; Review: Oh man! This book is a collectors item as well. So awesome!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Acting for Animators, Revised Edition: A Complete Guide to Performance Animation; Author: Visit Amazon's Ed Hooks Page; Review: Awesome. Much needed and appreciated, this is the soul of animation. This makes your character come alive; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Corporate Sponsorship in 3 Easy Steps: Get Funding from Sponsors Even if You're Just Starting Out; Author: Visit Amazon's Linda Hollander Page; Review: Linda writes in a way that is clear to understand. That's all you have to do is what she tells you to do, it's that simple. If you need help, she is available.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Character Animation Crash Course!( DVD not included); Author: Eric Goldberg; Review: This book is huge. It covered every aspect of animation. Start from the beginning. It is the same stuff I am learning at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh online division.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bags to Riches: 7 Success Secrets for Women in Business; Author: Visit Amazon's Linda Hollander Page; Review: God bless you, Linda Hollander, thank you for writing your story to show us the way. Get on her emailing list. And buy the next book, corporate sponsorship in 3 easy steps!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Complete Jewish Bible-OE; Author: Visit Amazon's David H. Stern Page; Review: This Bible is by far the most reliable source of information.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: 20 at The Kings; City: Swindon Wiltshire England; Review: So after a boozy Saturday night I wasn't really feeling a Sunday roast however to managed to get talked in to a visit to The Kings. To be honest I was very surprised! We was seated straight away by a very friendly member of staff who then looked after us for the meal. We were advised to go straight up to the carvery and get stuck in and our drinks order was taken and drinks were waiting for us when we got back to the table, I had a bit of everything, all the meat was cooked nice and the potato and veg was all really nice as well. Some of it could of been a bit fresher but lets be honest, it's The Kings not the Ritz! Really good atmosphere, very clean and tidy venue with lots of TV's which worked well for the football. Reasonably priced. Will deff make another visit!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Don Pepe; City: Sant Antoni de Portmany Ibiza Balearic Islands; Review: This hotel isn't the Ritz and might not be to everyone's taest but if you're looking for a good base and resonably priced hotel then this is perfect! Me and my partner had a budget as wanted to spend more money clubbing and going out and Don Pep provide it! We went south catering as wanted a fridge and to he able to cook breakfast. All facilities were basic but worked. The room was cleaned everyday and fresh towels (apart from one day) were left. Staff were nice and helpful and the hotel it's self was quite small and didn't seem that busy. Got woken up a few times in the morning as the cleaners and people coming in were so noisy and the fire alarm went off at 7:30am one morning which was horrible but nothing major, just fell back to sleep :). Hotel is a couple of minutes from everything, it really is in the perfect location, it's odd as its never noisy at night. Just the odd person walking past as you would expect. The pool was nice, didn't have an issue with no sun on it until 11 am as never got up and out until 12/1 as clubbing kept us out until 6am. It's on it all day until 7 then which was perfect. No one has mentioned but the views off the pool were awesome. You can see over the harbour and the other side of the island. Pool was a good temp but could have been a little cleaner. Had people round both before and after a night out, staff didn't seem to mind as long as the noise was kept down. Had no issue with anything stolen. Kept everything locked in a suitcase. The aircon was a bargain, just 10€ deposit, no daily cost and you get it back at the end. It's a shame they don't do any snacks as they have a bar/kitchen area which is just unused. They only thing they sold was cold water!?! Lucky the shops are very close to stock up on essentials! Also annoying for my partner they didn't have Wifi, I'm with Voda so used the £3 per day European deal with was ideal. Wifi is a must really for hotels. This is one of the main reasons for only 3 stars in my overall rating. Also they wouldn't do a late checkout which meant we had to sit around from 11am to 10:30pm as our flight was at 1am the following morning. They don't even have a shower facility an had to use the hotel next door which was a bit rank! All made worse by not getting in until 7:30am so only had about 3 hours sleep.. but hey, that's what beefa is for :) All in all if you don't expect much from this hotel you won't be disappointed, good value, perfect location, clean, tidy, safe, decent pool and no bother from staff or residents! Would consider going back!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Disney s Hotel Santa Fe; City: Coupvray Seine et Marne Ile de France; Review: Absolutely loved this place! Me (33) and my partner (21) stayed here during our 4 day visit to the park. Thinking that we wasn't actually going to be spending that much time in the hotel other than using it as a 'PIT STOP' we didn't to spend to much money so went for this hotel. Also the money saved allowed us to have a good day out in Paris so it was a decision well made. It had everything we needed, the room was spacious with a double bed and lovely clean bathroom. We loved the Cars decor and felt very much in the mood for our visit to Disneyland. All the staff were helpful and friendly as you would expect. The room was made up everyday with the bins changed. We only had breakfast once as we booked other things. It was pretty busy but we did our homework and made sure we was at breakfast by 8am. On our way out the line was about 150 people deep to get in so make sure you get in nice and early to avoid the rush. I was only a continental breakfast so don't be expecting a nice fry up or you'll be disappointed. The complex had a games room, shop and wifi which was only available in the lobby which was annoying. We were located in block 14, right next to the river/bridge which worked out well as it was only an 8 minute or so walk to the main park. It was nice and quiet at night as well which allowed us to get a good nights sleep ready for another day of adventures. I really would recommend this place based on its price and the fact you'll be spending most of your time in the main park and not the room/hotel. Hope that helps ;-) RF; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ionis Art Hotel; City: Laganas Zakynthos Ionian Islands; Review: Had a really good stay at this hotel, couldn't really fault it in any way. Went with 3 couples for a semi party, semi chilled holiday. Ended up getting smashed pretty much every night bar one over a week. Anyway the hotel.. smack in the mix of the strip, it's just oppose McDons, and a 2 minute walk from the beach. Couldn't get a better location. It's round the back of the shops and out the way enough to be quiet so you don't get to much noise from the strip. It was noisy a few nights but so was we, let's face it, it's Zante. If you gone on holiday to get early nights maybe you should have gone somewhere else. Really clean and tidy all round the hotel, pool, bar and reception. All the staff we friendly and went out there way to make sure you're looked after. The pool was an ok size, it wasn't to busy so it worked for us. The bar food was nice, simple and not to expensive. Breakfast was included but it wasn't up to much, continental with not much to choose from. The rooms were really nice. Modern and well furnished with TV and docking station. You can unlock the fridge and get the remote for the air conditioning but all at an extra cost. Wifi was €15 for the week. All in all a really good hotel. There are lots of rubbish, dirty disappointing hotels in Zante but for a little more money this ones well worth it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel TRH Torrenova; City: Palmanova Calvia Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: Used this hotel for a stag weekend and as you will read from the reviews it's far from perfect however... you get what you pay for and as long as you know what your getting you shouldn't have any complaints! It's pretty dated and not the cleanest around the whole hotel. The rooms are basic and the beds could use new mattresses. The food in the hotel didn't look appetising, but I didn't eat it so no biggie, although the pool side bar was always busy with food orders. The worst thing about this hotel is the hill to walk up to get to it. I did this once, then paid €3.50 every other time which is peanuts! The positives... ITS CHEAP! To be honest the pool was nice and big, good selection of drinks including cider on tap. Good views of the ocean all round the pool. Air conditioning in the room work after a bit of fiddling, staff were friendly, had a games room with pool and darts. Everyone else was on a party holiday so you didn't have to worry about being noisy, this means it did get noisy at night but I pretty much passed out after 18 hours of drinking! J wouldn't take the misses here but for a cheap lads or lasses holiday for a few days its perfect.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Waterloo Hotel; City: Betws y Coed Snowdonia National Park North Wales Wales; Review: Stayed here with my partner for 2 nights so we could soak up the sights of Snowdonia and visit Zip World (see review for Zip World...) The hotel situated in a lovely town, plenty to do, shops to visit, pubs and places to eat although the hotel restaurant it pretty good for food. You're not to far to get to most places from here, even the coast is a short drive away. It's an ideal location if you're planning on doing any of the walks around the Snowdonia or if you just need a base to go to other locations. We had a double room situated at the back of the hotel in a small block of 6 to 8 other rooms. It was clean and tidy with a TV and everything else you need for a short stay. Wasn't the most up to date room but it was fine, no issues with it what so ever. It was nice to be away from the main hotel as well as it was busy, no noise at all where our room was. The food was really good. Lots to choose from for breakfast, fry up, cereals or fruits etc. I'd recommend a fry up l as all the meat is sauced locally and its very tasty, the Welsh sausages especially. Brilliant evening menu, again plenty of choice. Again the meat was local so went for the lamb, wasn't disappointed either, I'd go as far as saying it was one of the best lamb shanks I've had. My partner had a chicken pasta dish which she said was lovely. I won't harp on to much about the food, other than I'd be happy if it was the only place I could eat out at for the rest of my life! All the staff were welcoming and friendly. We didn't bother them to much as we was so busy but we never had any issues. The gym and pool was nothing special. In fact it was a little disappointing. Mainly because it was so busy. As this is the only pool and gym in the area, the locals and what seemed like event staff from the different adventure places around used it as well as the hotel guests. We went to the pool for half hour or so on the first evening but didn't use it again. Overall, very happy and enjoyed our stay here. I would say though if you look around for deals, you will find cheaper hotels so don't just stay for the leisure facility's. Groupon and other sites have deals which would save you 40/60% to what you'd pay here. But... the food and location was perfect.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Click N' Play Pack of 100 Phthalate Free BPA Free Crush Proof Plastic Ball, Pit Balls; Brand: Click N' Play; Review: We got these balls to put in her play tent and she loves them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: VTech Musical Rhymes Book; Brand: VTech; Review: My 10 month old daughter loves this book.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Playz 4pc Pop Up Children Play Tent w/ 2 Crawl Tunnel & 2 Tents - Kids Tents for Boys,; Brand: Playz; Review: Highly recommend this play tent. It took seconds to set up and it's made well. My daughter is 10 months old and it keeps her entertained. I love that it has a carry bag.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BUCKLE TOY "Buster" – Toddler Early Learning Basic Life Skills Children’s Plush Travel Activity; Brand: Buckle Toys; Review: I thought this was the perfect toy for my daughter who became obsessed with buckles. Although, she likes this toy I wish the straps were a little longer my 1.5 yr old gets frustrated because the straps are short and at times make it difficult to buckle.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Melissa & Doug Colorful Fish Wooden Chunky Puzzle (8 pcs); Brand: Melissa & Doug; Review: Bought this for my 1.5 yr old, but suprisingly she showed no interest. Fast forward to months later (almost 2) she now loves this puzzle and says all the colors out loud while putting it together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
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Title: Timberland Pro Men's Helix 6 Inch Soft Toe Work Boots; Brand: ; Review: This is my 5th or 6th pair of these. Usually wear them for 6 to 9 months It's the only kind of work boot that fits me. Very solidly built; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holdup Brand USA made; Brand: Hold-Up Suspender Co.; Review: Suspenders are good but pin that holds them together falls out; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dockers Men's Comfort Cargo D3 Classic-Fit Flat-Front Pant; Brand: ; Review: Great pants Big problem They discontinued blue color Will have to search for another brand; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jockey Women's Activewear Cotton Stretch Bootleg Pant; Brand: ; Review: My wife loves them fit perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dickies Men's Big-Tall Midweight Fleece Pullover Sweatshirt; Brand: ; Review: I like the tall length shrinks very little so it fits just right after washings; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Women's Full_Coverage; Brand: ; Review: fits great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GORE BIKE WEAR Road WINDSTOPPER Overshoes; Brand: Gore Bike Wear; Review: Good product It will tear though if it gets caught in chain or do excessive walking; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: MGM Vailankanni Residency; City: Velankanni Nagapattinam District Tamil Nadu; Review: Good property, but has to be maintained properly. i have stayed for one night on 11th may 2014. i used to stay here for the last 5-6 years. backyard was good some years back but now the situation is too bad. The toiletries and towels are not good for use and at least has to be washed properly. Food is very good and staff, also very good. one of the best hotels in velankanni.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Sandesh The Prince; City: Mysuru Mysore Mysore District Karnataka; Review: I have stayed in this property for four days in the month of April 2014. Good spread break fast. good service staff. very near to the zoo. in the heart of the city, but silent place. interconnected rooms are added attraction. pool and jim are good. overall a pleasent stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clinton Park Inn; City: Velankanni Nagapattinam District Tamil Nadu; Review: This property is very near to the shrine and the main attraction is the spectacular view of the shrine of our lady of health. to get the view, we have to take the rooms in the eastern side of the hotel. we can also see the nearby places of worship. The huge "MORNING STAR CHURCH" is only 300 meters away. Regarding the services in the hotel, the towels provided were old, the toilet maintenance also has to be improved. the staff members were very cooperative. For 4 or 5 vehicles, porch parking is available. they arranged vehicle wash also at a nominal charge. breakfast is good. overall comfortable package.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clinton Park Inn; City: Velankanni Nagapattinam District Tamil Nadu; Review: Ideally located. all east side rooms can be used as view points to see the entire church and surrounding area. Good food and service. the morning star church is almost opposite side. Overall remarkable experience.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Tulip Vasundhara; City: Ghaziabad Ghaziabad District Uttar Pradesh; Review: This hotel is very near to the main road and market, and due to this, the premises are dirty and surrounding cleanliness is very very poor. The food is very good and tasty. south Indian dishes also served with real authentic taste. Break fast and dinner spreads are lavish. once you enter in to the hotel, you wont feel it is situated in a messy place.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn; City: Tusayan Arizona; Review: We spent only one night at this hotel, but wish we had had more time to stay. The property itself is wonderful with a beautiful, welcoming lobby and staff. The area off the main lobby has a beautiful waterfall, life sized bronze sculpture of a cowboy lassoing a steer, and a large mural on the wall by a local artist. I really thought it was a new property and was shocked when the desk attendant said it was over 50 years old. She said they update it every Spring. The rooms are very spacious, as are the bathrooms. The beds are super comfortable. There is a large flatscreen TV, good Wi-fi in every room, iron and ironing board, large microwave, refrigerator, a large in-room safe ($1.50 a day to use), and a Keurig coffee maker with an assortment of coffees and teas. The bathroom has an oversized tub and shower with great water pressure, and sinks inside and outside the bathroom. Both sinks have wonderful mirrors over the sink as well as on each side giving you the ability to see all sides of your hair. In addition to all this, the breakfast buffet, was a true breakfast buffet that had anything you would want - lots of cut, fresh fruit; assorted rolls, breads and pastries; eggs, sausage, sausage gravy, potatoes; french toast...and it goes on and on! I cannot say enough regarding how nice this place is for individuals, couples, families or groups. It is located within 2 miles of the main gate to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Nikko Narita; City: Narita Chiba Prefecture Kanto; Review: I spent a night going and coming on my way to the Phillipines. The rooms are very clean and well appointed. There is free wi-fi in the rooms. The desk staff was pleasant and accommodating. There is a very nice restaurant that offers a wonderful breakfast buffet (note you need to order it when you register to get the discount). The open glassed-in restaurant looks out on a beautiful garden area in which the cherry blossoms were in full bloom while I was there. There is also a small store off the lobby that has snacks and toiletries. The shuttle service (free) that transports you back and forth to the various terminals is great. The drive takes no longer than 10-15 minutes from hotel to airport. I highly recommend this hotel for convenience to the airport, cleanliness and services offered.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Riverview Brandon; City: Riverview Florida; Review: We spent a night in this hotel while visiting with family in the area. The reception crew could not have been nicer and more accommodating. The room was very clean and nicely appointed, however the bathroom was a little small. It was a little difficult to get to with our GPS, but when we did find it, it was OK after that. Overall, whenever we are in the area again we will definitely stay here.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Novotel London Heathrow; City: West Drayton Greater London England; Review: I booked two rooms for this hotel for a night on our way to another destination. We arrived from the US at 8 AM. The staff readily stored all our baggage and helped us determine transportation options for a quick day in London. We had no difficulty getting into the city and when we returned in the afternoon our rooms were ready and waiting. The rooms themselves were spacious, by European standards, and immaculately clean. The beds were very comfortable, and although we were quite close to the airport, it was very quiet. Towels were large and thick and there was free wifi in the rooms. "Free" breakfast came with our room. Expecting a light continental breakfast, we were pleasantly surprised with a wonderful full English breakfast (boiled and scrambled eggs, several kinds of sausages, hashbrowns, baked beans and tomatoes, toast, pastries, a large variety of fruit, and an assortment of cereals). Also, the breakfast was opened at 5AM making it possible to enjoy it before catching an early flight. The staff could not have been more friendly and accommodating. And best of all the price was super reasonable ( even if the breakfast had not been included). E-mail responses were handled expediently prior to our arrival. Whenever you need a place to spend a night or two at London Heathrow Airport, this is a great option. If and when I return I will keep this in mind and recommend it to others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AmericInn by Wyndham Griswold; City: Griswold Mystic Country Connecticut; Review: We stayed here in order to visit the Foxwoods Casino. It was located within a few miles and was much more economical than staying in the resort. The rooms were very clean, well appointed and roomy. The staff was friendly and accommodating. There is a shuttle that runs regularly to and from the two local Casinos on Saturday and Sunday. It also offers a nice breakfast that is included in the room fee. It was very quiet and the beds were very comfortable. Great value and will for sure stay here again and recommend it to others.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: How to Win Customers and Keep Them for Life; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael LeBoeuf Page; Review: One of the deadliest mistakes in small business (even worse in large corporations) is to ignore your "back end" sales. By "back end" I mean additional (larger) sales made to your customers. The only way to continue to market to your customer base is if they are happy with you. Dr. Michael LeBoeuf has spelled out a plan for turning "satisfied" customers (those quiet customers who never complain) into "loyal" customers (those customers who are hyper-responsive to your offers). I especially enjoyed the startling statistics in the "Something to Think About" section. It points out in a dramatic fashion just how much money dissatisfied customers can be costing your business and how hard it is to detect unhappy customers. I give this book my highest recommendation...especially to small business owners.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Guide to Google AdWords: How to Access 100 Million People in 10 Minutes; Author: Visit Amazon's Perry Marshall Page; Review: I purchased this book and took it with me on my vacation to Mexico. It was the best 6 hour plane ride (3 hours to and back) I've ever had. Perry and Bryan were able to explain critical concepts that you MUST know before you even attempt to start an Adwords campaign. Some people might complain that there isn't enough detail in this book. But detail is not what get's you killed in Adwords. You must understand critical concepts and those concepts are all well laid out. And I love the "Uncle Claude" segments. They are priceless (which just shows that Perry and Bryan are students of the masters of advertising). I give this book a 5 star rating. Buy it. David Frey [...]; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Power of Everyday Missionaries: The What and How of Sharing the Gospel; Author: Visit Amazon's Clayton M. Christensen Page; Review: The great thing about this book is that dispels many long held beliefs about how to do missionary work. I loved Clayton's stories that demonstrated what he was trying to teach. All the leaders in our stake are reading this book right now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Burn the Fat, Feed the; Author: Visit Amazon's Tom Venuto Page; Review: Probably the best weight loss and fitness book ever written. Seriously. This book is like the bible of getting an athletic build. I gave it the 5 stars that it deserves (and I own and have read a lot of fitness books).; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Genius Biographies; Author: Ankesh Kothari; Review: I LOVE this little book. The author gives stories about famous business people, athletes, entertainers, politicians and inventors. And each story has "action summaries" to help you take action on what you're reading. I'm not embarrassed to say that I have this book sitting right next to the toilet in my bathroom. (That's where I do most of my reading. Sorry if that's TMI). Each story is about 2 pages, (which is just about right for a bathroom sitting). It's fascinating to learn about these famous individuals. These stories inspire me too. I'm a business person so I get a lot out of each little story. If you want a great book to read AND THAT YOU CAN GIVE YOUR CHILDREN TO READ, this is a gem.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Play-Doh: Case of Colors; Brand: Play-Doh; Review: I bought this extra set for my Granddaughter's birthday, along with the Ice Cream Playset. Affordable and made a nice addition to the gift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Play-Doh Plus Color Set (8 Pack); Brand: Play-Doh; Review: I bought this extra set for my Granddaughter's birthday, along with the Ice Cream Playset. Affordable and made a nice addition.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Play-Doh Perfect Twist Ice Cream Toy with 5 Non-Toxic Colors Including 3 Play-Doh Plus Cans; Brand: Play-Doh; Review: I bought this for my Granddaughter's 8th birthday and she loves it (as well as her brothers!) Bought extra sets of Play-Doh at a low cost from Amazon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEGO Lot of 6 Lightsaber for Small Minifigures (2 Red, 2 Blue, 2 Yellow); Brand: LEGO; Review: My grandsons love these. They were an addition to sets they already have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: My Little Pony - Rarity 8"; Brand: Ty; Review: My Granddaughter collects these and Rarity was the only one she was missing. She loved it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GUND Itty Bitty Boo #030 Daisy Dog Stuffed Animal Plush, 5"; Brand: GUND; Review: Nice addition to my Granddaughter's Boo set.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nat and Jules Laying Large Labradoodle Dog Children's Plush Stuffed Animal Toy; Brand: DEMDACO; Review: Really adorable! I've purchased many.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GUND Itty Bitty Boo #029 Quackin' Up Easter Plush, 5"; Brand: GUND; Review: Cute for Easter!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Modeles Aunt Angel by Pavilion, Reads Always My Aunt, Forever My Friend, 6-Inches Tall; Brand: Modeles; Review: wonderful christmas gift for my aunt-she loved it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Garland Rug Value Plush Rug, 5 by 7-Feet, Coffee Bean; Brand: Garland Rug; Review: not as dark as pictured .But,still matches my furniture; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: C.R. Gibson 16-Ounce Holiday Acrylic Wine Glasses, By Lolita, Set of 2, BPA Free, Measures 3.5" x 8.5"; Brand: C.R. Gibson; Review: every year I get these to give as gifts-& always get a set for myself too -love them-also great price; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: uxcell® Plastic Fabric Hand Foldable Fan for Ladies Men Black; Brand: ; Review: was a great addition for my Victorian Halloween costume; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Star Foodservice 50677 Commercial Quality Seamless Aluminum Pizza Screen, 12-Inch; Brand: New Star Foodservice; Review: great for 12" pizza in my extra wide black/decker toaster oven; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: La Crosse Technology C86279 Atomic Full Calendar Clock with Extra Large Digits for The Elderly; Brand: La Crosse Technology; Review: bought this for my 79 yr old mom who had a mini stroke with memory challenges,this helps her greatly to know & remember what day it is-& i liked that it has the month spelled out ,not just a number ,which she would've had a problem with- great clock; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BLACK+DECKER TO3250XSB 8-Slice Extra Wide Convection Countertop Toaster Oven, Includes Bake Pan, Broil Rack & Toasting Rack, Stainless Steel/Black; Brand: BLACK+DECKER; Review: best toaster oven ever; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Kwik Goal Net Fastener; Brand: Kwik Goal; Review: Good stuff!!! Works really good!!!! Not cheesy stuff!!! Worth the money!!!Nice item you won't be disappointed!!!ills!!! Helps with soccer skills!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Men's X-Temp Performance Polo Shirt (1 Pack or 2 Pack); Brand: ; Review: Great shirts fast delivery!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Adult EcoSmart Jersey Polo; Brand: ; Review: Order a size bigger and you'll be fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Adult EcoSmart Jersey Polo; Brand: ; Review: Order a size bigger and you'll be fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Adult EcoSmart Jersey Polo; Brand: ; Review: Order a size bigger and you'll be fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hanes Adult EcoSmart Jersey Polo; Brand: ; Review: Order a size bigger and you'll be fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rawlings 2018 Official MLB Baseball; Brand: Rawlings; Review: These are good baseballs to have signed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Curt Manufacturing 59146 Towing Wiring; Brand: Curt Manufacturing; Review: worked as expected. The instructions made it clear on what needed to happen.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Hitch 87451 Class III/IV Receiver Trailer Hitch; Brand: Hidden Hitch; Review: This was a little snug fitting with the bolts, but for the most part it went on without any problems. It would be best if installed while the vehicle is on a lift.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Custom Accessories 10241 Auxiliary Power Outlet; Brand: Custom Accessories; Review: This was easy to install and did what I needed. My only complaint is that it is a bit bulky. Just check the various YouTube for how-to videos.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: PAC SWI-RC Steering Wheel Control Interface; Brand: PAC; Review: This was a challenge to install. Make sure you go to (...) and get instructions specific to your car. I had to rewire a couple wires because I didn't follow it close enough. Once we got it wired right and programmed, it works great. I also like that you can program the buttons to do different things. I programmed 2 buttons that I don't use often for the phone answer call and end call.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Xseries Auto™ 12V Car Add-a-circuit Fuse TAP Adapter Mini ATM APM Blade Fuse Holder Pack of 5; Brand: Xseries Auto; Review: These were simple to use. I found an open spot in my fuse box and wired up another power port. I also used it to power a steering wheel control adapter for my new stereo.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: 35-Count Clear Christmas Light Set; Brand: Noma/Inliten; Review: These are not Noma Lights!! I have Noma Lights from years ago and there is no comparison.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Nite Ize Original Gear Tie, Reusable Rubber Twist Tie, Made in the USA, 18-Inch, Blue, 2 Pack; Brand: Nite Ize; Review: These reusable twist ties are just what I have waited for! All the extra length of every electric cord in my home has been "neated up" and is no longer an unsightly and dangerous item. My thanks to the person who invented these little gems!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nite Ize Original Gear Tie, Reusable Rubber Twist Tie, Made in the USA, 18-Inch, Blue, 2 Pack; Brand: Nite Ize; Review: This 3" size, along with a variety of other lengths, has every cord in our home secured! No more excess cords anywhere!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nite Ize Gear Tie - Assorted; Brand: Nite Ize; Review: What did we do with all the items in our home before this nifty item was on the market? They keep electrical cords "neated up," as well as any other item that would hang loos and cause a hazard in the home, the workshop, or one's automobile trunk.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Taymor Satin Nickel Single Pole Toilet Tissue Holder; Brand: Taymor Industries; Review: It is a lovely decorative item, yet it is just the thing for holding several rolls of bathroom tissue. The base is weighted and it does not tip over. It is very well made and it does not occupy too much space. As always, when I am searching for any item needed for our home, I discovered this item on Amazon.com!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Men Out of Uniform: Three Novellas of Erotic Surrender; Author: Visit Amazon's Sylvia Day Page; Review: I have really enjoyed the stories. I really like the authors. I enjoyed getting lost in the relationships. I will look for more stories from these authors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hot Night; Author: Shannon Mckenna; Review: This was my first Shannon McKenna novel. I can't wait to read the next one. Excellent storytelling and plenty of hot moments.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Shades of Gray: A KGI Novel; Author: Visit Amazon's Maya Banks Page; Review: I really enjoyed this book. It motivated me to read the entire series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: In For the Kill (The Mccloud Brothers Series); Author: Visit Amazon's Shannon McKenna Page; Review: Excellent story. Shannon McKenna is one of my favorite authors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Property of the Bad Boy; Author: Visit Amazon's Vanessa Waltz Page; Review: I love all of her books. This one caught me from page 1. I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mind Waves; Author: Visit Amazon's Amanda Uhl Page; Review: What a great book! I can't wait to read her next episode.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Template:BAFTA TV Award for Best Situation Comedy; Description: Wikimedia template
Title: Waldhaus Flims; Description: hotel
Title: Marilyn Monroe filmography; Description: filmography
Title: See You Tomorrow; Description: 2016 film by Zhang Jiajia
Title: Youth; Description: 2015 film directed by Paolo Sorrentino
Title: Günter Lamprecht; Description: German actor | wikirec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Adobe Grand Villas; City: Sedona Arizona; Review: If you are looking for a luxurious resort with incredible attention to detail in beautiful surroundings, Adobe Grand Villas is it! My husband and I celebrated our 18th wedding anniversary there with a 3 night/4 day getaway. We've stayed in many lovely places during our marriage, but we both agreed that Adobe Grand was the very best of the best. We reserved the Wagon Wheel Villa, and the decor was amazing. Not everyone can brag that they've slept in a covered wagon! We appreciated the knowledgeable and friendly staff members and the many thoughtful comforts they provided including in room snacks, fresh bread, a welcome gift, and a well stocked bathroom. Our daily breakfasts were delicious and HUGE. Our room was a first floor villa, so we didn't have much of a view of the mountains; however, the private patio was lush and a perfect place to enjoy dinner. We had a rental car, so the short drive from West Sedona to the main part of town was quick and easy. Make sure you allow a full day to explore this area from the more touristy Main Street to the eclectic and lovely Tlaquepaque Marketplace. The Grand Canyon is a couple of hours away; make sure you drive through the very picturesque Oak Creek Canyon. I had no idea that I would enjoy Sedona so much; I can guarantee that I'll jump at the chance to return!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Polo Towers Suites; City: Las Vegas Nevada; Review: My best friend had time share points that were going to expire at the end of the year, so we decided to celebrate our 40th birthdays in Las Vegas at Polo Towers. We arrived on Saturday night...a fight night in town...so there was a lot of hustle and bustle in the area. Nonetheless we were checked in quickly and were very pleased with our one bedroom suite. The bed was extremely comfortable, the bathroom was roomy, and the full kitchen made mornings easy. We stocked up on beverages, snacks, and breakfast fare at a nearby Walgreens. The pool was lovely, and the staff was very responsive to our minor maintenance requests. My friend had to participate in one of the sales pitches, but she easily said no to additional point purchases. We walked the entire trip, and it was nice to retreat to the condo at the end of the day with no loud casinos, smoky atmospheres, or wild partying. Taxi fare to/from the airport is around $15. Our only slight disappointment was the spa. We wanted to get pedicures, but they only had one technician working during the 5 days we were there. We didn't want back-to-back appointments, so we skipped the spa visit. Overall, we really enjoyed the convenience, space, and cleanliness of the location.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Marker Waterfront Resort; City: Key West Florida Keys Florida; Review: My husband and I spent two restful nights at The Marker celebrating our 19th wedding anniversary. When we shared this bit of news with the front desk upon check-in, they generously adjusted our room assignment to provide us with the best view possible. We had a "Marina King" room, and we truly had a beautiful 2nd floor view of the water and boats. The front desk attendant informed us that the hotel had recently changed hands and technically the "Marina King" designation also applied to the rooms with pool views. The first night we could hear folks having a good time on the street that runs along the water, but it wasn't bothersome and didn't last too late for us. We were there Sunday through Tuesday, so the underground parking lot was mostly empty, and the pools had very few folks around them every time we came through in our travels. We found the quiet very nice. We ate breakfast at the restaurant each morning, and the food was delicious! Portions were generous, and the service was friendly and prompt. My favorite was the French toast with Key Lime butter. Our room was spacious and clean. We liked having the Keurig in the room and the form to request when housekeeping would visit during our absence. Like other visitors, we did notice the sulfury smell in the bathroom that seemed to emanate from the sink drain every once in a while. It never seemed to creep into the bedroom, but I was grateful for bathroom spray! I imagine that drainage probably is a challenge that close to the water. The location is amazing when it comes to exploring what Key West has to offer. We walked EVERYWHERE. You are only a couple of blocks from Duval Street. Our stay was brief, but we were comfortable and were treated well. It was a lovely anniversary getaway.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ocean Lodge; City: Saint Simons Island Golden Isles of Georgia Georgia; Review: My husband and I decided to spend New Year's Eve at the Ocean Lodge before heading further south to see family. The covered parking was wonderful, especially since the weather was gray and misty. We were welcomed warmly by the gentleman on duty and were delighted to discover that we'd been upgraded from the 2nd to 3rd floor. The building feels very castle like, and the wide porches are beautiful. We stayed in the "Jekyll Room," and it was HUGE. We loved having two full bathrooms and the living room area. The kitchen would've been wonderful for a longer stay. The bed was comfy, but it could be a bit high for some folks. Our veranda was enormous. We didn't have a direct view of the ocean, but we could see it beyond the buildings across the street in many places, and I could certainly hear it! The hubby and I had dinner upstairs at the Rooftop Restaurant. They still had many of the Christmas decorations up and had added balloons and centerpieces with noisemakers, hats, and beads at every table. The special 5 course menu had several delicious options. I had crab bisque, a spinach salad with dried cranberries, almonds, and warm bacon vinaigrette, lemon sorbet, filet mignon with horseradish mashed potatoes and asparagus, and finally chocolate mousse. I was stuffed! The service was friendly and prompt. It's too bad the temperature was too warm outside because I could've spent quite a bit of time at the lovely fire pit area. To top off our evening, people were setting off fireworks on the beach. We had a magnificent view from our veranda. Breakfast in the morning was cooked to order; we had 5 or 6 different main dishes with several sides to choose from. I selected the frittata, and my husband went for the blueberry pancakes. We hated to leave. I was saddened to read that the Ocean Lodge is trying to go private with more of a time share approach. I don't want to buy a unit, but I'd love to visit again!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cypress Inn on Miramar Beach; City: Half Moon Bay California; Review: My husband and I celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary with a trip to Half Moon Bay. We generally enjoy premium accommodations but shy away from huge resorts, so we decided to give the Cypress Inn a go. We booked The Mavericks for 3 nights, and I think we had the best room on the property. As others have noted, there is no air conditioning for the room, but we didn't need it with the high temperatures in the mid 60s each day and lows in the 50s. Any time we were relaxing in the room, I had the door to the small porch open so we could enjoy the ocean view, sounds, and breezes. One evening was chilly enough that we closed the door, curled up on the couch with a blanket, and lit the fireplace. It was quite a change from our usual 90+ degree, humid weather from back home! The large room was very clean and smelled very fresh. We loved having breakfast delivered to the room each morning; we simply told the innkeeper what time we'd like to eat each day, and the food was delivered at 9:30 on the dot each time. One morning we had blueberry pancakes and the next southwestern breakfast tacos. The accommodations aren't inexpensive, but the amazing view and being lulled to sleep each night by the sound of ocean waves was worth every penny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Half Mile Farm by Old Edwards; City: Highlands North Carolina; Review: Half-Mile Farm, like Highlands itself, is a charming blend of rustic mountain surroundings and upscale amenities. We spent two nights in the Blacksmith Shop Cabin. The cabin was very roomy, extremely clean, and quite comfortable. We loved the gas fireplace; I told my husband that I would have a fire all the time if all it took was a push of a button on a remote! The room has a small table suitable for eating a meal or snack, an extremely comfortable king sized bed, and a roomy chair with ottoman. We had a "mini" kitchen with a sink, small refrigerator, microwave, blender, etc. The bathroom was quite large and featured an AMAZING soaking tub. I generally don't take baths in hotels/inns, but I couldn't resist taking a "swim" in this one. The double sinks were convenient, and there was ample space to spread out our toiletries. And speaking of toiletries, there was a generous supply of Molton Brown items that smelled fabulous. Breakfast was served from 8:30 to 10:30 in the main house; it was a quick walk across the gravel road/front lawn. We had gracious hosts and delicious food that included a berry crumble, quiche, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, and bacon. We didn't participate in the wine hour, but we passed through one evening and were impressed with how many guests were there enjoying the food and each other's company. Housekeeping came and went without us knowing they were around; we knew they'd visited when our room was neatly made up or when there were slippers and cookies left at bedtime. We didn't stay long enough to use the canoes or fishing gear, but our first night host made sure we knew where life vests, paddles, bait, poles, etc. were located. If we wanted to be nit picky, there were only two small flaws in our experience. As others have mentioned, there is no cell reception to speak of, and the free Wi-Fi was spotty at best. As someone also noted, we could hear our neighbors in the room next to us that shared the same cabin "building." If they were on their porch or in a room nearest us, it sounded like they were in our room. Otherwise, we didn't hear them the rest of our stay. The great advantage of this property is that it is outside of town but is a quick, easy drive when you do want to explore. You can socialize as much as you like with your fellow guests or enjoy solitude.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Howlers Inn Bed Breakfast and Wolf Sanctuary; City: Bozeman Montana; Review: We just returned from an amazing 3 night/4 day stay at the inn. It's a wonderful blend of homey comfort and vacation luxury. From the moment Nappa, the doggy welcome-wagon showed us where the entrance was to the moment we reluctantly said goodbye, we enjoyed the incredible views, the warm hospitality, the company of our fellow travelers, and of course, the wolves! We stayed in the Western Room and had spectacular panoramic views of the mountains and a bird's eye view of the wolf pens. (There's nothing quite like hearing the wolves sing in the mornings and watching them play in the evenings.) The inn is an easy drive from Bozeman and Livingston and a little over an hour from the north entrance of Yellowstone. My husband agreed that this trip was one of our best, and the Howlers Inn played no small part in this evaluation; we will certainly visit again one day! Thank you Aurelie and Nate for a peaceful, beautiful, tasty, and comfortable retreat!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: MidWest Deluxe Bolster Pet Bed for Dogs & Cats; Brand: MidWest Homes for Pets; Review: I got this as a 3.00 add on item with my Amazon basic 23 inch pet carrier. What a great price combo. This is extra soft and fit perfectly into the carrier. I am really impressed and would by again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aspen Pet Oval with Bone Applique; Brand: Petmate; Review: I bought this for my spoiled cat in my shop. As soon as I pulled it out of the package and put it on the work bench. Well. She jumped in and hasn't left it for the past 6 hours. It is really soft and a descent size for a 25 lb cat. Great price!!! Cheaper and better quality than what my pet store carries. I highly recommend this bed for any spoiled animal/family member. Fast shipping. Thanks again Amazon!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Two-Door Top-Load Pet Kennel; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: I read some reviews that stated it wouldn't support a 25 lb animal. That the top door would open. Well. I ordered it anyways. Easy to put together. Love the extra security with the mounting bolts. 3 on each side. Once I put it together I tried 2 things. I am not superman. I am a Retired Combat Army Veteran with some strength though. I had my wife hold the bottom while I pulled on the top. Did not come off like others stated. I then put 40 lb weights in it on the 3.00 add on mat that fits perfectly in it. I carried it around the block with a little bounce to it. Once again it did not open. I may have figured out other reviewers problem. If you don't secure both pins into the proper area it will come open with weight. As long as you take a extra second and make sure both sides are in place they will not come out. 1 improvement I do see that could be considered. Make those pins metal. But for the price. Great quality and easy to assemble. Bigger and more secure than my daughter's 50 cat carrier. I will get use out of it. I have 8 cats weighing from 8 to 26 lbs. I will buy 1 more with the same add on mat. My cats love it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Max and Neo Reflective Nylon Dog Leash; Brand: Max and Neo; Review: Great heavy duty leash. Works great with my very hard pulling Pit. I have both. The 4 and 6 foot leashes. I love the reflective stitching. Shows up great at dark. Getting the collar as soon as someone answers my question on size.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Max and Neo MAX Reflective Metal Buckle Dog Collar; Brand: Max and Neo; Review: I measured my 3 year old Pitts neck with a wire. Pulled it snug. Measured and it was 16 inches. I put this collar on and it fit perfectly right in the middle hole. I have purchased several products. Leashes. Collars. Etc.. from this company. I am VERY pleased. All the products I have purchased are well constructed. At night. If light hits the collar or leash it will reflect perfectly. MY Pitt is a very strong puller. I'm leash training him. These products will hold up for him. They will hold up for you. I wished they made a harness. I would buy in a second.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Pet_Supplies |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Nostalgia RFF600RETRORED Retro Series 3-Tier Chocolate Fountain; Brand: Nostalgia; Review: Fountain is cute but loud. Doesn't evenly dispence the chocolate.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Plymor Brand 3" x 4" Glass Display Dome Cloche (Oak Wood Base); Brand: Plymor; Review: Dumb me didn't read the size and was expecting the big one, got this instead. But very cute not too thin so overall good. For those like me below is a pic of the actual size.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Nordic Ware 53624 Pro Cast Bavaria Bundt Pan; Brand: Nordic Ware; Review: This pan does stick so spray it well; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Tea Beyond Blooming Teapot Gift Set Duo LV GFS2001-2; Brand: Tea Beyond; Review: Small as my hand; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: mds Pack of 100 Satin Chair Sashes Bow sash for Wedding and Events Supplies Party Decoration Chair Cover sash; Brand: mds; Review: Doesn't look champagne, looks more peach; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Takeya 22 Ounce Classic Glass Water Bottle with Silicone Sleeve and Twist Cap, Purple; Brand: Takeya; Review: I have purchased other protected glass water bottles and this was the most expensive. The positive is that it is easy to carry and the handle is attached to the bottle and not the lid so it won't accidentally spill if the lid is not on properly. The disadvantage is the the seal on the lid comes out regularly and if not perfectly in place will cause leaking. The bottle was dropped once on tile and did not break or crack. For the price not worth the aggravation of an improper seal.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ello Pure BPA-Free Glass Water Bottle with Lid, 20 oz; Brand: Ello; Review: This glass water bottle was almost $10 less then another one I also bought from amazon, and it has outperformed the other one. I have dropped this bottle 3 times, once on tile and twice on cement and it has never cracked or broke. Very easy to clean and the lead is form fitting prevent leaks, unlike the more expensive one. The only draw back is that the handle is attached to the lid, so make sure it is on properly before picking up the bottle. Otherwise, I would buy this bottle again over any other glass bottle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: HotHands Hand Warmer Value Pack; Brand: HotHands; Review: Works great every time so far; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Light Show Jump Rope - 24 Light Up Neon LED Lights - for Kids and Adults; Brand: BuyJumpRopes; Review: Still works well after 4 months of use.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Velocity Boxing Children's Deluxe Freestanding Reflex Punching Bag w/Pair of Gloves, Hand Pump, Adjustable Height 35-53"; Brand: Velocity Boxing; Review: Did not last more then a few hours before anchoring screw in the base lost it stabilizing action. Not really worth it for the money; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang VHS; Brand: Dick Van Dyke; Review: Didn't expect my 13yr-old & 7yr-old to enjoy this as much but they did, even more than I did !! That's what I call a bonus ;-)); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; Brand: Dick Van Dyke; Review: Didn't expect my 13yr-old & 7yr-old to enjoy this as much but they did, even more than I did !! That's what I call a bonus ;-)); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Mighty Macs; Brand: Carla Gugino; Review: Didn't expect how clever the dialogue turned out to be and the best part is knowing the story is based on truth. I enjoyed the humble and unassuming direction the story took or in other words, it wasn't contrived at all. If anyone needs encouragement and inspiration, this is a good movie to watch.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Transformers: Prime - Season Three; Brand: Peter Cullen; Review: My 7 year old son loves it and so do I ! Funny dialogue that he may not be able to appreciate yet he can relate to the funny expressions and antics.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unconditional; Brand: Lynn Collins; Review: Extremely inspiring and I'd encourage every parent to let their kids watch it to try and understand what true sacrifice & love looks Iike.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Transformers Prime: Predacons Rising; Brand: Peter Cullen; Review: Fun and funny even for adults.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Greater Yes; Brand: ; Review: Inspiring and good for whole family.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Avery Address Labels with Sure Feed for Laser Printers, 1" x 2-5/8", 750 Labels – Great for FBA Labels; Brand: Avery; Review: Good price. Works well for FBA which is why I got them. I use them in a Brother HL-3170CDW and they work great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brother HL-3170CDW Digital Color Printer with Wireless Networking and Duplex, Amazon Dash Replenishment Enabled; Brand: Brother; Review: I have been using this printer mostly for all my shipping label needs. I didn't want a thermal printer, because I sometime need to print color documents. The photo quality is was better than any inkjet I have ever used, but it is not the best in class as far as laser-jet printers. However it is still really good. Plain text document printing is crisp and outstanding. If you need a good multipurpose printer, this is it. Starter cartridges lasted a good while, but I got more life out of them by re-setting the cartridges. To do that open the top cover and let it rest in the open position. Press and hold SECURE & CANCEL Buttons to get to the reset menu. Scroll through the menu to select your color and reset the cartridge of choice. I got an extra months worth or printing out of mine this way.. Wireless setup is a little harder than most. There are good detailed instructions online for setting it up wireless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Suffocation Warning Labels, 500 Per Roll, 2" X 2", Peel and Stick, Labelbasics Brand (1 Roll/500 Labels), FBA; Brand: Labelbasics; Review: Great stickers. Does what they are supposed to do. What more can I really say. They are stickers. They stick and warn people of suffocation risk with plastic bags.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic KX-TG4743B DECT 6.0 Cordless Phone with Answering System, Black, 3 Handsets (Discontinued By Manufacturer); Brand: Panasonic; Review: Got these for my soon to be mother in law. She always uses Panasonic phones. She needed 3 headsets because her grand kids never put the phones back on the base. Now she has one for each of their rooms and she loves this set. No too many features for her to figure out. She likes things to be simple. Built in answering machine is what see needed because she doesn't like voice mail.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highland Notes, 3 x 5-Inches, Yellow, 100 Count, Pack of 12 (6559); Brand: Highland; Review: Wow That is a lot of sticky notes for a very little price. Pros: There are a lot of sticky notes. They stick really well. Cons: There are not enough to cover my friends care completely but almost.. Maybe if I order another. :) Joking aside, these are a great value and work every bit as well as the more famous brand. We use a lot of these in our home office and I was tired of paying higher prices for just a few pads. These are great for office needs if you use a lot of them and they are priced great! get em.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: INK4WORK Compatible Toner Cartridge Replacement For Brother TN-221BK TN221 Black to use with HL-3140CW HL-3170CDW MFC-9130CW MFC-9330CDW MFC-9340CDW (Black); Brand: INK4WORK; Review: So far so Good. The print quality is good. I notice no difference between this and Brother OEM toner. The Price is great considering how much OEM toner cost. The cartridges seem to last a long time. I print a lot of things daily and these come pretty close to the page count of original brother toner. I am using with Brother HL-3170CDW; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Premium Caster Office Chair Caster Wheel, Black, Set of 5 (ZT08); Brand: Premium Caster; Review: My chair wheels always break. Since buying this 5 Pack I have replaced 2 wheels on my chair and these are holding up great. They seem to be stronger than the wheels that came on the chair originally. My only gripe is the fact the the wheels I received did not look like the photo. The ones I received are black and grey and do not match the other wheels on the chair, but eventually the will all have been replaced with these wheels.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
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Title: Skechers Performance Women's Go Walk Autumn Slip-On Walking Shoe; Brand: ; Review: without the annoyance of dew getting through and wetting your socks. Treated mine with spray on water repellant. Great for autumn - they are exactly what I needed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Performance Women's Go Walk Toasty Slip-On; Brand: ; Review: These are wonderful and comfortable. You will think they are slippers, they are that comfortable and light, but they are great outdoors. I treated mine with some spray on waterproofing - great for those grey autumn days when you don't want to wear your sneakers because it's just a little too wet, Only down side? Your socks slip into the shoe, as the "fur" grabs them as you walk. Workable, but annoying after a long day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sterling Silver Sentiment Cuff Bracelet; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: this is a thin silver band, quite lovely and delicate.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: World's Softest Sensitive Feet Support Crew Sock, Black, Large; Brand: World's Softest; Review: not as terrific as the old ones, but decent and better than most other socks on the market.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Skechers Women's Asap Motorcycle Boot; Brand: ; Review: Great for the money I spent, good value. Be sure you order your actual size and be prepared to add a nice cushioned inner sole. There is little padding in the boot, but with the added cushion, I found them quite comfortable. I paid less than $30 on sale. If I'd spent $50+ would be disappointed in the lack of inner comfort, before I added the insole.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BIADANI Women Sharkbite Hem Various Neckline Tunic Shirt top; Brand: BIADANI; Review: This is o.k, but very clingy and sheer.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
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Title: Marubhumi Tree of Life Psychedelic Wall Hanging Elephant Tapestry, Multi/Black, 55x86-Inches; Brand: Marubhumi; Review: On time and just as beautiful as I could have hoped! Thick and colors came out bright and vibrant. I'm in love.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Psychedelic Celestial Tapestry-Wall-Beach-Bed-Many Uses (84 x 55 inches); Brand: Craftozone; Review: I've been eye balling this tapestry for a while and then I finally decided to buy it along with 3 others. This one is my favorite. I love the design and colors.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Madhu International Mandala Bohemian Tapestry Wall Hanging, Psychedelic Wall Art, Dorm Décor Beach Throw, Indian Wall Tapestries; Brand: Madhu International; Review: Out of the 4 tapeatries I bought this one is not my favorite because it is so purple and purple isn't exactly my thing but I'm still giving it 5 stars because the designs are beautiful. I put this one on my ceiling and it looks great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Twin Blue Tie Dye Bohemian Tapestry Elephant Star Mandala Tapestry Tapestry Wall Hanging Boho Tapestry Hippie Hippy Tapestry Beach Coverlet; Brand: Shubhangie; Review: giving it 4 stars because the colors aren't as vibrant as I hoped. It is a Tie dye rainbow but the colors are more of a dull green and blue more than anything.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sixteenth-Century Italian Replica Old World Globe Bar; Brand: eHomeProducts; Review: Easy to assemble without tools. Feels sturdy. Looks amazing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Glacier Glove Alaska Pro Camo Waterproof Insulated Glove; Brand: Glacier Glove; Review: Not what Im use to with Glacier Gloves. Inner lining makes getting gloves on difficult, more so with damp/wet hands. would not recommend.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Redleg Camo GK 3 Piece grass wetland duck camouflage stencil kit 12"x9"; Brand: Redleg Camo; Review: Excellent kit! I used this on a Barnegat Bay Sneak Box that I referred and I could not be happier. Take your time and keep the stencils clean of excess paint and these will provide you with a very detailed finish.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TOPCABIN Bicycle Handlebar Grip,Ergonomic Design Bicycle Handlebar Grips Widen Holding Surface Rubber Bicycle Grips with Aluminum Lock Bike Grips handlebar; Brand: TOPCABIN; Review: Good Deal; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Avery Outdoors Inc 90004 Marsh Foot Attachment; Brand: Avery Outdoors; Review: Good Deal; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Avery Hunting Gear Trac-Loc Push Pole; Brand: Avery; Review: Good Deal; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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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: Sutherland Springs mass shooting "hero" plans to run for office; Abstract: Stephen Willeford, the man who shot the Sutherland Springs mass killer in 2017, said Monday he plans to run for county commissioner in Wilson County, becoming the second member of the church congregation to run for office next year.; Category: news
Title: A 9-year-old is facing five counts of murder. He didn't even know what 'alleged' meant.; Abstract: Criminal justice experts said it was extremely rare for prosecutors to bring such severe charges against a child.; Category: news
Title: Mom who touted daughter's 'bucket list' accused in her death; Abstract: A Colorado mother who sought donations to cover medical treatments for her daughter and promoted the girl's "bucket list" of dreams to fulfill before she died has been indicted on a murder charge in the 7-year-old's death that was previously believed to be from a terminal disease.; Category: news
Title: Hawaii airport and homes evacuated as fast-moving fire hits West Maui; Abstract: A fast-moving blaze is burning near the airport in West Maui, Hawaii, as firefighters scrambled to save nearby homes.; Category: weather
Title: Four flight attendants were arrested in Miami's airport after bringing in thousands in cash, police say; Abstract: Four American Airlines flight attendants were arrested at the Miami International Airport and charged with money laundering after bringing large amounts of cash into the country, police said.; Category: news
Title: Georgia sheriff's 'No Trick-or-Treat' signs trigger lawsuit from sex offenders; Abstract: A group of sex offenders in Georgia is suing the Butts County Sheriff's office for posting "No Trick-or-Treat" signs on their homes.; Category: news
Title: California sheriff's deputy shot dead, ride-along injured in 'active shooter incident,' officials say; Abstract: A police officer in Northern California was killed and another deputy was injured after an "active shooter" incident early Wednesday, according to officials.; Category: news
Title: VIA riders got stuck after bus drove through high water; Abstract: Eight people got stuck on a VIA bus Thursday night after the bus drove through high water, officials with SAFD said. The high-water rescue call near Dreamland Drive and the railroad tracks on the northeast side came in just before 10 p.m. Thursday. Firefighters were having problems trying to get the people out and said the rescue would take some time. The rescue was deemed very risky, officials with SAFD told KENS 5. No word on any injuries at...; Category: weather
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: Restaurant Does The Sweetest Thing For Lonely Cat Who Needed A Friend; Abstract: This particular Denny's location in Oregon serves more than just breakfast and other diner favorites. For the past 10 years or so, it has served love and compassion to a little animal who needs it most.; Category: lifestyle
Title: 17 photos that show the ugly truth of living in a tiny house; Abstract: From cramped lofts that are hard to access to small appliances, this is what it's really like to live in a tiny house.; Category: lifestyle
Title: J.J. Watt has sobering quote after season-ending injury; Abstract: The Houston Texans lost the rock of their team for the season during Sunday's win over the Oakland Raiders. Stud pass rusher and future Hall of Famer J.J.; Category: sports
Title: A couple's attempt to re-create a picture-perfect engagement photo with a bottle of Champagne totally backfired, but the result is going viral; Abstract: Alyssa Snodsmith, 24, and Collin Hewett, 23, shared their failed attempt to recreate a Pinterest picture for their engagement photo.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Early to Bed, Early to Rise, Makes Me Diabetic, Depressed and Sick; Abstract: It's hard to feel normal when you wake up at 4 p.m. every day. According to conventional wisdom, going to bed early and waking up with the birds is a mere matter of habit and will power. This misconception is widespread, even among doctors. And for a long time, I believed it.; Category: health
Title: Country Singer Ned LeDoux's 2-Year-Old Daughter Dies After 'Tragic Choking Accident' at Home; Abstract: Ned LeDoux's Daughter Dies After 'Tragic Choking Accident' at Home; Category: music
Title: Walmart Sparks Panic and Confusion in the Dish-Soap Aisle; Abstract: Procter & Gamble didn't make enough dish soap, and Walmart is letting all its customers know about it.; Category: finance
Title: Daughters stage wedding photo shoot and first dance with dying dad; Abstract: "Our hope is that it inspires someone else to be able to take the time to change their perspective of something awful and make it beautiful."; Category: lifestyle
Title: 50 secrets it's OK to keep from your partner; Abstract: Do you tell your significant other everything? While a high level of honesty and openness is healthy in a committed relationship, there are times when keeping something to yourself can actually be kinder, smarter, or better for everyone. Read on for the secrets it's just fine not to share with your partner.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Airline Passenger Faked Pregnancy by Stuffing Items Under Dress to Avoid Baggage Fee; Abstract: Woman Caught Faking Pregnancy to Avoid Baggage Fee; Category: travel
Title: James Van Der Beek and Wife Kimberly on Expecting Baby No. 6: It Often Requires an 'Explanation'; Abstract: James Van Der Beek and Wife Kimberly on Expecting Baby No. 6; Category: tv
Title: Miranda Lambert Reveals the Real Reason Behind Her Secret Wedding: 'It's Not for Everybody Else'; Abstract: Miranda Lambert Reveals Why She Secretly Married Brendan McLoughlin; Category: music
Title: McDonald's apologizes for 'Sundae Bloody Sundae' Halloween promotion; Abstract: McDonald's has canceled a promotion for a "Sundae Bloody Sundae" ice cream that was available in Portugal for Halloween.; Category: finance
Title: New Jersey woman sues waiter for spilling wine on her Hermès handbag; Abstract: The woman is seeking $30,000 for the light-pink luxury handbag, which has been discontinued.; Category: news
Title: Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween Costume Transformation Is Mind-Blowing But, Like, What Is It?; Abstract: You might say she's scary good at playing dress-up, because Heidi Klum's 2019 Halloween costume is even more impressive than we could have imagined and that's saying a lot, considering transformative Halloween costumes are kind of her thing. But this year Klum took it up one more notch as she shared her metamorphosis into,; Category: lifestyle
Title: Chick-fil-A Apologizes to Customers for Promoting National Sandwich Day Which Is on a Sunday; Abstract: Chick-fil-A Apologizes for Promoting National Sandwich Day; Category: foodanddrink
Title: Cause determined in Jessi Combs' fatal speed record crash; Abstract: Occurred at speeds near 550 mph; Category: autos
Title: The Camp Fire's 85th victim: Nearly a year later, authorities still have no explanation; Abstract: The remains of Camp Fire victim Ellen Walker, 72, were found with the bones of an unidentified man. Family and authorities seek answers a year later.; Category: news
Title: The secret and frustrating life of a Google contract worker; Abstract: Kevin Kiprovski had a lofty title, "Expeditions Associate," and a fun job he got to demo Google virtual reality gear to young students.; Category: finance
Title: Tristan Thompson Drops Flirty Comment on Ex Khloe Kardashian's Instagram; Abstract: Tristan Thompson Drops Flirty Comment on Ex Khloe Kardashian's Instagram; Category: tv
Title: A 911 supervisor was streaming Netflix at work when dispatchers mishandled a shooting call; Abstract: A woman in South Florida called 911 after a bullet came through her car's windshield -- but dispatchers didn't send help right away. Police say they mishandled the call while their supervisor was streaming a Netflix movie.; Category: news
Title: Woman delivered a speech to NASA wearing sequin dress so girls would see a 'sparkly scientist'; Abstract: A female scientist's tweet about wearing a sparkly dress while giving a speech to students at NASA is giving the Internet all the feels.; Category: lifestyle
Title: Reporter Can't Stop Laughing After Cat Interrupts News Segment; Abstract: This just in this cat, to be precise. Artur Lira The other day, Brazilian journalist Artur Lira was filming a news segment outside a police station when, much to his surprise, a far more adorable story broke right before his eyes. Smack-dab in the middle of Lira's report, a cat appeared at his feet demanding both his and the camera's attention.As you'll see, Lira couldn't help but laugh at the unexpected interruption (especially when the...; Category: news
Title: Hilary Duff Addresses Reports She's Already Married to Matthew Koma (Exclusive); Abstract: The actress is setting the record straight after Koma called her his 'wife' on Instagram.; Category: tv
Title: Texas officer who shot woman in her home sometimes had 'tunnel vision,' review says; Abstract: Texas officer Aaron Dean's review last year shows he was critiqued for having "tunnel vision." Dean is charged with the murder of Atatiana Jefferson; Category: news
Title: Walmart releases Black Friday ad with $129 Apple Watch, TV deals, electronics doorbusters; Abstract: Walmart's Black Friday 2019 ad includes a 40-inch TV for $98, Apple iPad for $249, Xbox One, Playstation 4, deals on toys, Instant Pot and more.; Category: finance | mind |
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Title: Elaine Karen Adult Men’s Women’s Unisex Chefs Adjustable Extra Long Ties, Professional Commercial Grade White Bib Apron; Brand: Elaine Karen; Review: Excellent Product and Service; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BalsaCircle 4000 White Silk Artificial Rose Petals Wedding Ceremony Flower Scatter Tables Decorations Bulk Supplies Wholesale; Brand: BalsaCircle; Review: A+; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prep Solutions by Progressive Microwave S'mores Maker; Brand: Progressive; Review: A+; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Honey-Can-Do HMP-02108 Steel Canvas Rolling Laundry Hamper, Chrome; Brand: Honey-Can-Do; Review: Way to short to move around using the handles and I am only 5'2".; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mark Feldstein & Associates Decorative Outdoor Bird Clock and Weather Thermometer; Brand: Mark Feldstein; Review: Love it, large enough to see across the deck, not too large to block the lake view!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seville Classics 3-Tier Resin Slat Utility Shoe Rack (2-Pack), Espresso; Brand: Seville Classics; Review: Just what I needed, easily put together and can configure them in several ways.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: woven TENCEL Sheet Set - Silky Soft, Refreshing and Eco-Friendly - Cal King Sheets - Ecru - 4pc; Brand: woven; Review: These are the softest sheets ever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: WWF: Armageddon 2000 VHS; Brand: Paul Levesque; Review: Basically, Armaggeddon 2000 wasn't too special. The opening bout with The Hardyz and Lita Vs. The Radicals is decent but execpt for Kane Vs. Chris Jericho in a Last Man Standing match and the main even itself inside of the Hell In The Cell, this card wasn't really worth the [price] I paid for it. Still, I would have to say that this Hell In The Cell may have been the most brutal since the first two (Undertaker Vs. Shawn Michaels, Undertaker Vs. Mankind). This match, plus the other two I named are probably the only reasons to buy the video.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Best of the Power Rangers - The Ultimate Rangers; Brand: Paul Schrier; Review: I can't comment on the DVD but I have seen these episodes and that's what I am basing my rating on. I think they were all great choices except for "Trakkena's Revenge." While it wasn't a bad episode from "Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue", it wasn't all that great. I think a better choice would've been "End Of Time" from Power Rangers Time Force or, if you had to have another crossover of Ranger teams, "Reinforcements From The Future" that had Time Force team with Wild Force. Still, this doesn't sound like a bad DVD.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: SummerSlam 2002; Brand: The Rock; Review: I have viewed this for both the extras and the card itself and I have to say that it was excellent! I do agree that Brock Vs. Rock was a bit overhyped! True, it was a good match but not great plus everyone and their mother knew that Brock was going to win due to The Rock going to film another movie so it wasn't a big surprise there. Let me go back to the start of the card: Kurt Angle Vs. Rey Mysterio - Awesome opener. Rey was his usual high flying self but Kurt proved why he's one of the best and most underrated workers in WWE as he can work with nearly anyone of any style! Chris Jericho Vs. Ric Flair - This was more of a ground match. Nothing spetacular but it didn't suck! Nice to see Flair in the ring as he still has it. Edge Vs. Eddie Gurrerro - Good match between a future star in Edge and a man that has proven to be a consistent worker in Eddie! Love the Frog Splash on the arm! It looked sick! Booker T./Goldust Vs. Lance Storm/Christian - Nothing great here other than give Storm and Christian more heat for their tag title reign. Chris Benoit Vs. Rob Van Damn - One of the best I-C matches ever! It reminded me of the way title matches used to be. Undertaker Vs. Test - I don't think there were too many surprises here. Just a basic slugfest. Shawn Michaels Vs. Triple H - Probably the surprise of the night as I didn't except this match to be as good as it was! HBK still has it! This DVD also has good extras including Brock's bout with Hulk Hogan prior to SummerSlam!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE No Way Out 2003 VHS; Brand: The Rock; Review: This edition of No Way Out wasn't great but it wasn't bad either. Let me start from the beginning of the card: Jeff Hardy Vs. Chris Jericho - A surprisingly good match considering that Y2J has gotten the better of Hardy in the past. Good exchanges and cadence to the match. Jericho was decidedly cheered though he was a heel (this PPV was in Canada and Jericho is Canadian) but the crowd also gave Hardy his due as well. RVD/Kane Vs. Lance Storm/William Regal - WWE "RAW" World Tag Team Championship This match was pretty much one sided until Storm pulled off an illegal but smart move on Kane. I won't give away what it was but it was "simple but effective." Great exchange between RVD and Storm which was a throwback to their matches in the old ECW. Billy Kidman Vs. Matt Hardy w/Shannon Moore - WWE Cruiserweight Championship As typical, the cruiserweights put on a good show. Not great but it definitely didn't suck. The ending of this match has to be one of the more "face cringers" I've personally have ever seen (Face Cringers means moves that make you go AHHHHH!) Chris Benoit & Brock Lesner Vs. Team Angle (Kurt Angle, Sheldon Benjamin, Charlie Haas) With the combined experience and pure wrestling talent of Angle, Benjamin and Haas, you'd think it would be impossible for even THREE men to beat them much less two but if any two men could beat them it is Benoit and Lesner! This match wasn't too flashy but a lot of holds and counter holds and awesome suplexes and slams! Undertaker Vs. The Big Show Slow, boring match but it DID reveal a new style to the 'Taker as he displayed more submission type holds during this match. Scott Steiner Vs. Triple H - "RAW" World Heavyweight Championship While it is an improvement from their Royal Rumble encounter, it still sucks! Steiner isn't the Scott Steiner from 10 years ago when he combined power and agility. He isn't even the Steiner from WCW just a 2 short years ago when he went to brute power and intensity. HHH, on the other hand, isn't the same man that once gave consistently good matches with The Rock, Steve Austin or Mick Foley. He hasn't been the same since his quad injury (though I give him props for having the guts to come back at all from that injury). Anyway, it isn't that great. Stone Cold Steve Austin VS. Eric Bischoff CAN YOU SAY TOTAL ELIMINATION!? Bischoff wasn't even close to beating Austin! Even Vince McMahon did better than Uncle Eric! In a nutshell, Austin slaghters Eric Bischoff! The Rock VS.Hulk Hogan Nowhere near the classic that their WrestleMania 18 encounter was though The Rock in full heel persona DID make it watchable! To quote Vinnie Mac, "THERE'S NO CHANCE IN HELL" and there certainly was no chance in hell of Hogan winning that night! This was a great set up for Vince Vs. Hogan at WrestleMania 19 the following month. Overall, pretty good card. I'd get; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWF: Wrestlemania XII VHS; Brand: ; Review: Is the only reason to get this card. All other bouts here are decent to pretty good but this one stoled the show. Bret "Hitman" Hart & Shawn Michaels showed why they were considered the two top performers in the business at that time! In my view, the only other IronMan match that I liked was Ricky Steamboat Vs. Rick Rude (RIP) back in 1992 but theirs was only 30 minutes (don't let that time limit fool you though, it was a great match). These guys had to keep us entertained for an hour and they both did it! The only knock I have on these type of bouts is that if there is a tie or if there is no fall/decision, there SHOULD BE AN OVERTIME! I believe these matches should be done on a "fight to the finish" basis! But, other than that, I loved it! The rest of the card is is pretty good too. The two to especially watch is Goldust Vs. Roddy Piper and Undertaker Vs. Diesel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWF: Wrestlemania X-Seven VHS; Brand: Steven Austin; Review: This one was probably the most intense WrestleMania since 1997 with WrestleMania 13 (though WM 13 is still the most violent in my view). Well, let's get to the matches: IC Championship: Chris Jericho (Champion) vs. William Regal - A slow but still interesting match. Decent mat psychology with Regal. 6-man tag team match: APA and Tazz vs. Right to Censor - Nothing spetacular but was kept short and sweet. Big pop for Bradshaw from the crowd since he's from the state of Texas. Triple-Threat Hardcore Championship Match: Raven (Champion) vs. Kane vs. Big Show - Not the best hardcore match but it had its moments, especially when Kane throws Raven through a window! European Championship Match: Test (Champion) vs. Eddie Guerrero - Surprisingly good match. Eddie is a great worker but this is one of the better matches for Test. Kurt Angle vs. Chris Benoit - The beginning of their classic series of matches that they have had since this one. This was their best bout until the recent Royal Rumble 2003! Women's Championship Match: Ivory (Champion) vs. Chyna - Dreadful match that was kept mercifully short! The only real stinker of the card. Street Fight: Shane McMahan vs. Vince McMahan with Mick Foley as ref - Very good match! Shane could be the predecessor to Mick Foley in terms of hardcore wrestling! Vince did a good job as well. TLC II match: Hardy Boyz vs. Edge and Christian vs. Dudley Boyz (Champions) - More brutal than their previous TLC encounter at SummerSlam 2000. Not as fast paced as that one but definitely more brutal! Gimmick Battle Royal - Not a great match but it wasn't meant to be. It was for entertainment and it did deliver that. Triple H vs. Undertaker - Possibly the best Undertaker bout at WM other than his match with Ric Flair the following year at WM 18! WWF Championship Match; The Rock (Champion) vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin - Probably the most violent WWF/WWE Championship match ever and my favorite Austin/Rock match! Though I am a Rock fan, I do respect "Stone Cold" and this was probably his greatest match Vs. "The Great One." The other two WM encounters were great as well but this one is their best out of the three in my opinion! Great DVD overall!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble 2003 VHS; Brand: Kurt Angle; Review: This one was a mixed bag. It had decent matches, one great match and one that was pretty bad. Brock Lesner Vs. The Big Show - Decent opener but definitely not as good as their encounter at Survivor Series 2002. The Dudley Boyz Vs. William Regal/Lance Storm (RAW World Tag Team Championship Match) - Not a bad match. Torrie Wilson Vs. Dawn Marie - Painful to watch! Mercifully short! Scott Steiner Vs. HHH (RAW World Heavyweight Championship) - This has to be one of the worst bouts ever! Neither are what they used to be! Plus, HHH said he went 30 minutes but I timed out that bout it was at least 18. Chris Benoit Vs. Kurt Angle (Smackdown World Heavyweight Championship) - This match saves the card right here! It was a WAR! The Royal Rumble Match - Wasn't a great Rumble but didn't suck either. Watchable. Overall, not bad but wouldn't recommend it unless you just like to collect the cards like I do.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWF: Royal Rumble 2000 VHS; Brand: Triple H; Review: WWF/WWE Royal Rumble 1992 & 2002 are my two favorites but this one rates up there if not surpasses those two! Kurt Angle Vs. TAZZ - This was TAZZ' debut in WWF after leaving the now defunct ECW and what a debut it was. Kurt Angle pretty much is taken by surprise from the get go and never really recovers. A short but good match. The Hardy Boyz Vs. The Dudley Boyz (Tag Team Table Match) - The first of several type matches and a prelude of what was to come in the next two years. These four men not only used tables but used ladders and chairs as well! Several high spots in this match in which the Dudleyz first made a mark in the WWF. Swimsuit Contest - Was hot until Mae Young screwed it up! Just skip this. New Age Outlaws Vs. Acolytes (WWF Tag Team Championship) - This one was also kept mercifully short and sweet. Still had two good spots especially when Bradshaw hits Billy Gunn with his "clothesline from hell." Chyna Vs. Chris Jericho Vs. Bob "Hardcore" Holly (Triple Threat I-C title match) - This one wasn't that exciting but had its moments. Cactus Jack Vs. HHH - Street Fight for the WWF Championship: NOW THIS IS HOW YOU DO A HARDCORE MATCH! Very violent and very bloody! I am amazed either man walked away from this one! This is definitely a 5 star match! 30 WWF Royal Rumble Match - Very good pacing. Had some fast and slow spots but it is paced really well. Good watching. Overall, this is one of the best Royal Rumble's ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWF: Royal Rumble 2001 VHS; Brand: Kurt Angle; Review: Tag Team Championship Match: Edge & Christian (champions) vs. Dudley Boyz - A good opener. Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match: Chris Benoit (champion) vs. Chris Jericho - Match of the night in my view! Not the best one on one Ladder Match but definitely one of the better one's. Still haven't seen a one on one Ladder match to top the two classics from Shawn Michaels & Scott "Razor Ramon" Hall but this one comes pretty close! Women's Championship Match: Ivory (champion) vs. Chyna - This slaughter was kept mercifully short! WWF Championship Match: Kurt Angle (champion) with Trish Stratus vs. Triple H with Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley - Didn't live up to its potential at all. Having Austin interfere actually hurt Kurt more than helped as I don't think he needed it to beat HHH! Kurt more than proved that later on in the year thru now! Not one of HHH's best performances though no where near as bad as his matches with Scott Steiner in 2003. 30-Man Royal Rumble Match - Good energy from the crowd. Nice change by having it hardcore for a segment or two! I agree with one reviewer in that it should've been Austin Vs. Rock at the end instead of Austin Vs. Kane. A good Rumble match nonetheless. Overall, a good card but could've been better. Still worth viewing though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Daredevil (Director's Cut) / Elektra [DVD]; Brand: ; Review: I have to agree with Mauricio J. Heilbron Jr, MD in that this film gets slammed more than it deserves. While nothing mind blowing, I have to say this story was better than Ang Lee's HULK. My only real knock on it is there was spots that should've been explained like how did Matt Murdock get through school and into college? Where did he live during that time between his lawyer/Daredevil days and the days after his father's death? Still, I believe this film is the victim of the "Spider-Man" shadow. Don't get me wrong, I loved Spider-Man but it seems that every film based on a Marvel Character (with the exceptions of X-Men and Blade) gets compared to Spider-Man and I think that's so unfair. DD especially gets it because despite his own great history, most in the mainstream remember him as a on/off partner of the famous wallcrawler (though I would love if one day they did a film with those two teaming up). Anyway, Ben Afflick is okay as Daredevil. Jennifer Garder did surprise me as Elektra. Colin Ferrel is excellent as Bullseye and Michael Clarke Duncan does a very believable Kingpin! I recently bought the blu-ray version of this film and it is great! It features the director's cut of Daredevil (which is the superior version in my view) and all the special features from BOTH the original 2 disc theatrical release and the original director's cut release! This improved film along with the bonus features make this THE version of DD to own! On the D.C. version, it goes from basically a hero looking for revenge for the death of his father and lover (Elektra) to a darker, more brooding anti-hero who seeks redemption. It also shows the Kingpin as more of a threat than the original theatrical release did and it features a subplot that makes the film make more sense and ties it together better! In one of the bonus features, it is revealed the reason the subplot was removed was for 1. time and 2. to make it PG-13 so that younger viewers could see it. While I know you have to do what the studio wants (and it wanted a PG or PG-13 film), DD is best told as an R-rated type film. While he isn't The Punisher, he isn't Spider-Man either. I personally wish this would've been the film that would've gotten released. Well, I digress and say that if you want to see this film and have a blu-ray player or a machine that plays blu-ray discs, GET THIS VERSION!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WCW Fall Brawl 1993 VHS; Brand: Lane Huffman; Review: Only one match worth a crap and that was Goldberg Vs. Scott Steiner (back when "Big Poppa Pump" was any damn good)! Otherwise, avoid this video.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Wrestlemania XX VHS; Brand: Paul Levesque; Review: I just bought the video version yesterday and I will warn you that if you want the full card, get the DVD because the VHS only has the main marquee matches but no interviews, no video build up prior the event and no extras! Now, those that are saying that his one was the best ought to rethink that. While it didn't totally suck, it fell far from expectations Here is the review of the matches that are on the VHS version: John Cena Vs. The Big Show - Alright opener. Cena isn't big like Brock Lesner but seeing him pick up 500lbs. for the F.U. is very impressive! I'd give this match 5/10. Chris Jericho Vs. Christian - Surprisingly entertaining. While I do respect Y2J, I haven't thought of Christian since his tag team with Edge ended in 2001 but he could be a big star. I think having Trish Stratus with him does help him because while having her with Jericho would've made for a romantic angle, they are both pretty big stars and far ahead of Christian (Jericho being a former WWF/WWE Undisputed Champ while Trish is a multi-time Women's Champ). I was upset at first but the more I thought about it, having Trish with Christian instead may give him the boost he needs. 8/10 for the match and the surprise heel turn of Trish. The Rock n Sock Connection Vs. Evolution - Nice to see Flair back in. Not a big "Nature Boy" mark but I am amazed the man can still get in the ring and perform at all. Another match that I was upset about at first but when I think about it, I think having Evolution win was the right call. Still, I would've went with a screwjob ending rather than a clean one since Evolution are supposed to be heels. Nice to see that The Rock has not let Hollywood life make him fat as he looked tremendous! 6/10 for the match. Sable/Torrie Wilson Vs. Stacy Keibler/Miss Jackie - Total waste of time in my view. Just a T & A filler though it does show some potential from Stacy as more than just a model but as a wrestler. Same can be said for Torrie too. 3/10 for the match. Brock Lesner Vs. Goldberg w/"Stone Cold" Steve Austin as the ref - WORST MATCH ON THE CARD! These guys didn't do jack! This should've been the best match because both men can do tremendous things, especially Lesner but they did almost nothing! If it wasn't for Austin, this match would've totally blew! I am giving it 2/10 only because of Austin because if it wasn't for him, it would've got 0/10! Eddie Gurrerro Vs. Kurt Angle (WWE Title Match) - Surprisingly even! While I do like Eddie Gurrerro, I've seen how tough Kurt Angle can be even against mat guys like Brock Lesner so I'd figure Kurt Angle would dominate but it was amazingly back and forth! Dirty but nice trick at the end by Gurrerro as he used a loose boot; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE No Way Out 2004; Brand: Brock Lesnar; Review: What began as an average WWE PPV ended as a magical evening! The extras aren't much other than promos for the main matches and Eddie Gurrerro's after-party. Now to the card: Scotty 2 Hotty & Rikishi Vs. The Basham Bros. & Shaniqua (WWE Tag Team Championship) - Not much of a match though the ending made me squirm, seeing Rikishi do the Banzi drop on Shaniqua! 3/10 for the match. The World's Greatest Tag Team Vs. APA - This match was surprisingly dominated by TWGTT. Not a great match but at least the right team won. 4/10 for the match up. Nidia Vs. Jamie Noble (Noble is blindfolded) - This one wasn't much. Noble ends up cheating to win. 1/10 for the match but 7/10 for the comedy of it! The Goldberg/Brock Lesner face off! Frankly speaking, this face off was better than their match at WrestleMania! The emotional energy to this face off is what their match should've been! Rey Mysterio Vs. Chavo Gurrerro, Jr. (with Chavo, Sr.) - Actually a great match. Both Gurrerro's are really becoming stars in the WWE. Chavo makes a great heel along with his father. 8/10 for the match! Kurt Angle Vs. John Cena Vs. The Big Show (#1 contenders bout for the WWE title at WrestleMania) - Great contest. The best I've seen The Big Show in years! Even though he lost to Kurt Angle when Angle slapped the anklelock on Cena, he pretty much dominated most of this match! Great efforts by Angle and Cena too! Eddie Gurrerro Vs. Brock Lesner (WWE Championship) - This was a great contest all the way through! The power of Brock Vs. the speed and experience of Gurrerro with a little Goldberg thrown in at the end (paying back Brock for costing him The Rumble match back in January). Watching Guerrero celebrate at the end was very emotional. More emotional in my view than the celebration with Chris Benoit at WrestleMania! Overall, this card is worth getting!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Janet - Live in Hawaii; Brand: Janet Jackson; Review: It was quite boring! Other than watching Janet change costumes, there really wasn't anything that kept my attention on this one. Get the Velet Rope concert from Madison Square Garden instead. It was much more exciting and electric!; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Incredible Hulk Returns VHS; Brand: Joanie Allen; Review: Personally, I like "Return" better than "Trial" but both films are great. I think "Return" does a better job of keeping with the continum of the old TV series than "Trial" does however. In "Return", we discover that David Banner hasn't become the Hulk in two years. In those two years, he has been working on the cure to his ailment and living with a fellow scientist named Maggie Shaw. All hell breaks loose however when a colleague from the past named Donald Blake shows up with his own problem named Thor! That, along with terriorists that want to steal the very device that may free Banner from his Hulk curse, makes it a good thrill ride! In "Trial", we see that David has moved northwest to a city that's never identified. Once there, he tries to help a woman who is sexual assaulted by two thugs that work for the crime boss The Kingpin! During the melee, he turns into the Hulk and is later arrested for the attack! Matt Murdock, a blind lawyer, comes to David's aid both as a lawyer and as his vigilante alter ego DareDevil. This is more of a DareDevil film than a Hulk film but it does contain one of the best "Hulk Out" scenes ever in a dream sequence in the courtroom! Overall, this is worth the money!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Wrestlemania XX VHS; Brand: Paul Levesque; Review: I have already reviewed the card in another entry. This one is on the extras. Disc 2 contains a match from Sunday Night Heat that aired the night of WrestleMania. It also has footage of the WWF Hall Of Fame ceremony as well as pre-match and post-match comments from John Cena, Christian, RVD, Booker T., Molly and others. Disc 3 is the one that makes this a keeper! WWE Films presents "The Mania Of WrestleMania." It is a look back at WrestleMania 19 narrated by none other than Jesse "The Body" Ventura! This mini documentary will both amaze and entertain but some of the details (particularly behind the Rock/Austin match) will shock you! Also, "The Ten Best WrestleMania Matches" special is on here too. It was narrated by "Nature Boy" Ric Flair! Also, WrestleMania trivia, photos and gallery are featured as well! The card itself isn't that great but the extras mentioned, particularly on disc 3, MORE THAN MADE UP FOR IT! Get this set just for those specials alone!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man: Daredevil Vs. Spider-Man; Brand: Christopher Daniel Barnes; Review: This features my favorite Marvel Team Up ever! Whenever Stan Lee and Co. used to put together Spider-Man with Daredevil in the comics, it was always entertaining and exciting. Even the bad stories were still good with these two! This animated version is no exception as these two team up after a brief misunderstanding to take on the Kingpin (a major DD foe as well as Spider-Man) and his goons! The extra episode with FF and Daredevil was also entertaining. A slight lighter DD in that one but no less intrigiging. A good addition to the other Spider-Man DVD's out there! By the way, I agree with the previous reviewer. It should've been called Spider-Man: Enter Daredevil.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Friday After Next; Brand: Ice Cube; Review: I've seen all three Friday films and the first is the king! That being said, I think this one should've been the second one because its ALMOST as funny as the original! At least they kept some continuity with each film. I totally agree that Money Mike makes this film! I also thought the final chase scene where Craig and Da-Da chase the shaddy Santa all through the neighborhood was hilarious! Again, not as good as Friday but better than Next Friday!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWF: Fully Loaded 2000 VHS; Brand: ; Review: Nearly every match was good on this one! Even the weaker bouts had memorable moments in them. The opener was The Hardy Boyz & Lita Vs. Test, Albert (now known as A-Train) & Trish Stratus! This is one of the best mixed tag team matches I've ever seen. From a male standpoint, I have to say that Trish was looking hot in hot pink! Not much from a wrestler standpoint though she's improved greatly in that area since this match. I think this was Lita's big break as a figure in WWF as well. Eddie Gurrerro Vs. Saturn was average at best. Disappointing since both men are great performers. TAZZ Vs. Al Snow was more of a display for TAZZ and his skills. Rikishi Vs. Val Venis wasn't good except for seeing Rikishi splash Val from the top of the cage! That made the match for me! The triple main event pretty much lived up to expectations in my view. First, The Undertaker (in his American Badass form) Vs. Kurt Angle. This was pretty much a squash for UT though you see flashes of the greatness we would see later on from Angle. Not bad. Next was Triple H Vs. Chris Jericho in a Last Man Standing match! I still watch this match as this is when "The Game" put on great matches (though lately he has been getting back to that form and I am glad)! Jericho was great in this as well! Lots of blood so if you are squemish, don't watch! Now, The Rock Vs. Chris Benoit was a pleasant surprise! I love the Rock but even I'll admit that Benoit is superior in terms of technical wrestling but The Rock kept up with him pretty well! The false ending with Mick Foley was a nice touch as well as The Rock (barely) held onto the WWF Title after it looked like Benoit had won! Overall, its worth the money. WWF/WWE PPV's were generally good throughout 2000 but this one was one of the top five in my view!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWF: Judgment Day 2000 VHS; Brand: The Rock; Review: This (along with Fully Loaded 2000) was the closest to a perfect wrestling card as one can get! First, we start off with 2 Cool & Rikishi Vs. Kurt Angle/Edge & Christian. This was more of a good comedy with athleticism mixed in! Edge & Christian were still just getting their ring legs under them when this took place and this match was one of Kurt's more embarrasing moments. He would more than make up for that later on! As for 2 Cool/Rikishi, this was the height of popularity for that trio. Perry Saturn Vs. Dean Malenko Vs. Eddie Gurrerro (WWF European Title) - This three was very impressive. Could've been a little longer but considering there was an Iron Man match on the card, I can understand why it was cut short. Shane McMahon Vs. The Big Show - Big Show, as expected, dominated most of this bout but Shane as proven to be an impressive in-ring performer despite only being part time! Even the outside interference from Trish Stratus, Bull Buchanan, Test, Albert and others almost didn't get the job done! Despite losing, this was one of TBS' more impressive performances. Great bout overall. The Dudley Boyz Vs. X-Pac/Road Dogg (Table's Match) - Surprise finish in this one! Chris Benoit Vs. Chris Jericho (Submission Match) - They got the right two for this one! A classic bout in their storied rivarly! The Rock Vs. HHH (IronMan Match) - Have to admit while I am still partial to Bret Hart/Shawn Michaels from WrestleMania 12 and Ricky Steamboat Vs. the late Rick Rude back in 1992, these two impressed me! Triple H, have to give him his due, was the man in 2000 and I figured he could go one hour but The Rock I wasn't so sure about but he did prove me wrong! Plus, unlike Bret/Shawn, there were actual falls in this one which added to the drama in my view. Also, I agree with other reviewers that this should've been left one on one. If there was going to be cheating, let it be by HHH or The Rock. Still, seeing the Undertaker return to break things up from DX was a nice touch though he inadvertaly cost The Rock the WWF title because of it! Still, was a great match and this whole card is a great addition to your wrestling collection!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Angel - Season One; Brand: David Boreanaz; Review: I don't own this set but I have seen most of the episodes of Season One! This is what I am basing my rating on: - City Of... - This picks up where Buffy The Vampire Slayer: Season Three leaves off with Angel coming to L.A. and meeting up with a half-human/half demon named Doyle and a familiar face in Cordellia Chase from BTVS. - In the Dark - Excellent episode which continues the feud between Angel and former ally Spike! This also shows Angel out during the daytime for first time that I can recall! - The Bachelor Party - This sees Doyle nearly get killed at the hands of his ex-wife's fiance! - I Will Remember You (Guest Starring Sarah Michelle Gellar) - The most heartbreaking episode on either BTVS or Angel and a bittersweet chapter in the Buffy/Angel romance. - Hero - The final appearance of Doyle. Ironically and tragically, the actor that played him died two years later from a drug overdose. RIP. - Parting Gifts - Cordellia gets a new power while Wesley Wyndham-Price from BTVS shows up and joins the team after a brief encounter with Angel. - Expecting - Cordy suddenly gets pregnant! - The Prodigal - An old protege from the past returns to kill Angel. - The Ring - Angel goes undercover into an illegal fight ring. - Eternity - A struggling former child actor tries to seduce Angel into making her a vampire but instead unleashes Angelous! - Five by Five - Rogue Slayer Faith is hired by Wolfrham & Hart to eliminate Angel. - Sanctuary (Guest Starring Sarah Michelle Gellar) - Buffy hunts Faith to settle a score (see Buffy The Vampire Slayer season 4 for the reason) These are the episodes that I have seen. But, I did enjoy them so I am certain that the others are of good quality as well. On a personal note, I will probably purchase this item soon myself just for "I Will Remember You" alone! While I am more of an action guy, this heartbreaker even had me nearly in tears! Its that powerful and it is one of Sarah Michelle Gellar's best performances as Buffy in my view! Season one is worth the money!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2; Brand: Rosemary Harris; Review: I saw this movie on July 2, 2004 and it was awesome! In some ways, I think Spider-Man is even more appealing than Super-Man because you don't really know if he will win. That was the appeal of the early Bat-Man films as well! Anyway, this has an even better story than the original film! Unlike The Green Goblin (who everyone wanted to see get whipped)Doc Ock was a villian that you will feel sorry for though you know he must be stopped! The Peter/MJ romance was further explored as well as their respective characters brought out more. Plus, at least three potential villians for Spider-Man 3 were hinted at in this film! I won't reveal which ones but it'll be easy to figure out. Check this movie out! It is worthy of its acclaim!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble 2004; Brand: Triple H; Review: While I did like the 2004 Royal Rumble, it was the Rumble match itself that saves this card along with one other match: The Dudleyz Vs. Ric Flair/Batista (RAW World Tag Team Title Match under Table Match Rules) - Very slow and boring match. Flair looked totally out of his element here! Thankfully it was short when Batista put D-Von Dudley through the table! Rey Mysterio Vs. Jamie Noble w/Nidia (WWE Cruiserweight Championship Match) - Good match but WAAAAAY TOO SHORT! Eddie Gurrerro Vs. Chavo Gurrerro, Jr. w/Chavo Classic - Match was just about the right length. Was definitely more serious than their WCW encounters a few years ago. Brock Lesner Vs. Hardcore Holly (Smackdown WWE World Title Match) - Was more than I expected but ended as I figured with Brock taking down Hardcore! "The Game" Triple H Vs. Shawn "HBK" Michaels (RAW World Heavyweight Title Match under Last Man Standing Rules) - The second best match on the card! What keeps this from being THE match on the card is the suck-booty ending they gave us! It wasn't the greatest match in history but definitely a classic and better than what we had seen thus far until...... The Royal Rumble Match - Winner gets a world championship shot at WrestleMania XX! This match was great! Not the best Rumble but it pretty much saves the card along with the Michaels/HHH match! Benoit's performance has to be considered the top five performances ever in that particular match! Here is my ranking as far as performances in that match: 1. "Nature Boy " Ric Flair - Not only did he last over an hour in the 1992 version of The Royal Rumble but he won the WWF World Title as a bonus! True, he was number 3 but come on! What's two numbers! Coming in that low and winning was unheard of until 1992! 2. Chris Benoit - He's got to be considered next because he was the first man in years to start it and finish it! Not only that, he was the first man in years to last over an hour and win! 3. Bob Backlund - Though he didn't win the 1993 Royal Rumble (the winner of that one was the late Yokozuna), he was number 2 and lasted over an hour before being eliminated by Yokozuna and he was 43 years old at the time! That is a hell of a feat! 4. Kane - He didn't win the Royal Rumble either in 2001 but he did enter at number 5 and lasted nearly an hour before being the last man eliminated by the winner of that Rumble (which was "Stone Cold" Steve Austin). Now, considering that Kane is around 6'11" tall and weighs over 300lbs. of mostly muscle, the ods are really against him surviving that long! I am in pretty good shape (I am 6'2", 250lbs.) and I would have a tough time doing that. He shouldn't have been able too but he did! 5. Shawn Michaels - I only give him credit because he did; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ECW: One Night Stand; Brand: Paul Heyman; Review: This DVD is worth your $20 bucks and I can only describe it in one word: EMOTION! While there are a few things they could've done without or done better, it was overall a good show! I do have to give Vince McMahon a little credit for letting them more or less do an ECW style show for the most part! Here is a review of the matches: Introduction of Joey Styles - Very emotional. You could see Joey fighting back tears as I am sure he never thought he'd be doing this again for ECW. Was good to see Mick Foley again too! Lance Storm w/Dawn Marie Vs. Chris "Lionheart" Jericho - The former "Thrillseekers" got it on in the opening match! Not a great bout but definitely a good opener. Look for Justin Credible and Jason to show up during this bout too! Super Crazy Vs. Tajiri w/Mikey Whipwreck & Sinister Minister Vs. Little Guido w/FBI - They did an ECW style Triple Threat bout rather than the WWE one. This version is better in my eyes because it is a more satisfying ending with two men being eliminated rather than the first man to get a pinfall! Best spot was S.C. doing a mooonsault from....well, you'll have to see it but it was great! Rey Mysterio Vs. Psychosis - Okay bout but definitely not one of their better ones. Fans turn against Rey during this because he did his WWE style rather than his old ECW one. RVD shoot interview - I like this new intensity out of Rob Van Damn! I hope they let him keep it when he returns to action for WWE RAW! Sabu Vs. Rhino - Pretty good match. Have to give Sabu props for wrestling at all as he isn't in good health these days! Rhino looked in great shape as well! Chris Benoit VS. Eddie Gurrerro - Pretty good match but definitely not their best! I've seen better with these two! Word is even they weren't happy with the match either! Paul Heyman shoot - Very entertaining and truthful! Mike Awesome Vs. Masato Tanaka - Match of the evening! Awesome wasn't in good shape BUT he and Tanaka did tear it down! I also liked how Joey Styles reminded the fans how Awesome screwed over ECW a few years back! Hilarioius! Tommy Dreamer/The Sandman Vs. The Dudley Boyz - Probably my only real gripe about this DVD! They edited out "Enter The Sandman" for some crappy generic theme! Then again, considering how big of jerks Metallica is over their music, the WWE probably didn't feel like fighting with them! Brutal bout that saw Justin Credible, Lance Storm, Kid Kash, the bWo, Francine and Beullah (Tommy's real life wife) interfere in it! Ending will widen your eyes! WWE Vs. ECW brawl - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin makes an appearance and challenges his fellow WWE wrestlers to come down and kick ECW's butt (Austin was clearly siding with ECW by the way)! They come down and TAZ from WWE Smackdown makes an appearance too! The; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE Vengeance 2003; Brand: Brock Lesnar; Review: Once in a while, the WWE puts on a card that is damn near perfect! WWE Vengeance 2005 is one of those cards. Carlito Vs. Shelton Benjamin - Good opener. Not really that impressed with Carlito but he plays his heel role pretty good. Shelton just didn't seem like himself in this match but still put on a good show. Match ends with Carlito baiting Benjamin into a "Stinger Splash" into the exposed turnbuckle. Carlito quickly pins Shelton to retain. Christy Hemme Vs. Victoria - Worst match on the card but it was better than I thought it would be. I am glad Victoria won because Christy is pushed way too much (though that isn't totally her fault/blame the WWE management for that one)! DID like the mean streak they are trying to give her (Christy) though. If they let her grow at her own pace, she could be the one to step in one day should Trish Stratus go away. Trish, interesting enough, traveled a similar road as Christy (only she didn't strip for PLAYBOY) so she could almost be a good mentor to Christy. They ought to consider putting Trish/Christy together as a duo (kind of like Gail Kim/Molly Holly was at one point). Anyway, getting off point here! Just a random thought. Kane Vs. Edge - Better than expected! Crowd is merciless on Lita (who admittedly was looking sexy/never had a great face but the body is on point) and deservedly so though neither man in the ring was a choir boy! Last 5 minutes makes the whole match! Kane wins with his chokeslam after surviving interference from Gene Snitzky. Shawn Michaels Vs. Kurt Angle - I've read many that said this was better than their match at WrestleMania 21. I don't know about that as I think both matches were great but in different ways. The first time was more stalemated. It went back and forth until Angle finally took the match with the anklelock submission. This time, Angle actually controlled most of the match which included a sick German Suplex on Michaels into the announcer table which didn't break! OUCH! Michaels had to fight from behind moreso in this one than in the first encounter. Ending mirrored the RAW classic between Michaels/Shelton Benjamin just weeks before this match! Didn't look as devestating but it was a good way to end it. Great match by both men. John Cena Vs. Christian Vs. Chris Jericho - In the first WWE title match on a RAW PPV (and the first one called by Jim Ross & Jerry Lawler in years), Cena came out looking great. Of course, when you have the talented Christian and Y2J working the match with you, you are going to look decent! Nice looking triple slam near the end of the match! Cena wins after great back and forth action. Batisa Vs. HHH - I have seen nearly every Hell In The Cell on PPV since the match was introduced in 1997. This match has to be in the top 5! I'd stop short of calling; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman: The Animated Series, Volume 1; Brand: Kevin Conroy; Review: On the heels of Tim Burton's Batman and Batman Returns came BatMan: The Animated Series! A unique telling of the Batman legend that hadn't been done before in cartoon form. Most of the prior Batman cartoons were done more in the vein of the 60's Adam West TV series. This one took the character back to its darker roots much like Burton's live Batman films did. What is here is most of the first season of BatMan: The Animated Series. Done in the unique "Dark Deco" style that was never done before this series and I don't think has been done since. What's interesting is that originally, Batman was going to be a solo cartoon with occassional appearances from Robin but as the series got more popular, Robin appeared in more eppys to sell toys since most kids can't picture the B-man without his "Boy Wonder." Still, this volume is mostly Batman by himself with only two episodes featuring Robin (Volume 3 has the bulk of the Batman/Robin team ups). Here is a list of what's on each Disc and my opinions of each eppy/item: DISC 1 On Leather Wings - This is one of the first (if not THE first) episodes of the series to air! I am not sure but I think it aired in primetime initially on FOX! That's how big this series was at one point! This episode also has commentary by Eric Rodomski and Bruce Timm. Anyway, it features Bruce Wayne (well into his career as BatMan) being blamed for crimes committed by his alter-ego. Bruce goes into action as BatMan to find the real culprit and gets more than he bargins for when he meets MAN-BAT! Christmas With The Joker - One of the most popular episodes as Batman and Robin try to save hostages from being killed by The Joker on Christmas Eve! Nothing To Fear - The first appearance of The Scarecrow as he forces Batman to face down his greatest fear! The Last Laugh - One of the more comical but classic duels between The Dark Knight & The Clown Prince Of Crime! Pretty Poison - When D.A. Harvey Dent is poisioned at a restaurant, Bruce Wayne (as BatMan) investigates Harvey's new fiance who turns out to be more than just a pretty face. The Underdwellers - Batman stumbles across homeless children being forced to work by a cruel madman! P.O.V. - Three different tales of a police bust that has Batman's life on the line! THE DARK KNIGHT'S FIRST NIGHT - The original promo by Bruce Timm. Very different looking that what we know now but still unique to look at! DISC 2 Forgotten - While investigating a case of homeless men being taken off the streets, Bruce Wayne goes missing and loses his memory while being imprisioned! Be A Clown - Being ignored by his father Mayor Hill, his son turns to a clown for attention. Unfortunately, he turns out to be The Joker! Two-Face, Pt. 1 - This begins the story of the end of Harvey Dent and the beginning; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman:Mask of the Phantasm Spanish Edition VHS; Brand: Kevin Conroy; Review: After successfully launching Batman: The Animated Series in 1992, the creators were given a green light to do an animated film! While three more have been done since BatMan: Mask Of The Phantasm (1993), this one is easily the best of the four. Only BatMan Beyond: Return Of The Joker comes close to the quality story-telling of this classic. In this one, we get a peak into Batman's past and how it is affecting his present as a new villian, called The Phantasm, is eliminating Gotham's most prominent gang-lords. A new hot-shot councilman, looking to make a name for himself, blames Batman for the killings. While everything seems to point to The Dark Knight, there is a bigger mystery here as each gangster that is taken out has a link to an old flame of Bruce Wayne. This also includes a former underling of one of the crime bosses who just happens to be Batman's greatest enemy in the present day, THE JOKER! The animation is very fluid in this one! While Batman is considered a kids show, this movie isn't really for children and there is a reason its PG-13!! While not overly violent or even graphic, it isn't kiddie fair so be warned! This is the best of the Batman animated films. I would dare say one of the best BatMan films PERIOD! Including the live action films (though I would recommend BATMAN/1989 and the recent Batman Begins). Get this classic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman & Mr. Freeze - Subzero VHS; Brand: Kevin Conroy; Review: BatMan/Mr. Freeze: Subzero had the unenviable task of following BatMan: Mask Of The Phantasm. Until the recent Batman: Mystery Of The BatWoman, I ranked this one the weakest of the Batman animated features. I first saw it when it came out in the late 90's and now that I've seen it again, I can appreciate it for what it was and is. It'll never match MOTP but then again, it isn't supposed to. The only weak point visually is that it tries to merge the "Dark Deco" animation with computer graphics. In some instances, it works but in others it looks terrible! As for the story, it follows the series very closely. In fact that is the one thing it DOES have over MOTP and that is it follows the series where as MOTP was more of a stand alone story that could've happened at any point (my guess is that "Mask" happened between Seasons 1 & 2). In the series, Batman encounters Mr. Freeze twice. The second time (in an episode called "Deep Freeze" which is available on BatMan: The Animated Series, Volume 3), Mr. Freeze is reunited with his thought to be dead wife Nora! I won't tell that story as you'll have to get that set to see it or catch it on rerun on TV. Anyway, we find Mr. Freeze with his still frozen wife Nora in the frozen North when an explorer group accidentally breaks up his home and puts his wife in jeopardy! Fueled by his desire to save her, he enlists an old friend of his (who has troubles of his own) to perform an illegal operation to save Nora's life. Unfortunately, this operation involves Barbara Gordon (Batgirl)! Naturally, this brings Batman and Robin into the situation. While not as gripping as MOTP or even BatMan Beyond: Return Of The Joker, it is an exciting tale that has an ending that is both sad but joyous nonetheless. This one, in my opinion, is also safer for kids under 13 than MOTP or BB:ROTJ so while not totally a family film, I don't think there is anything in it that parents will get offended over. I should also note that this was the final Batman feature to use the style of animation that was used in the original 65 episodes of the TV series and in "Mask Of The Phantasm." MINOR POINT: I do have a bit of a problem with the title. I would've named it BATMAN & ROBIN VS. MR. FREEZE: SUBZERO. As I said, minor point! Doesn't take away from the film.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Tombstone - The History of the Undertaker; Brand: Undertaker; Review: Tombstone: The History Of The Undertaker tells a roughly 6 hour story about this WWE Superstar's rise to main event status from 1991 until 2004. Aside from the bad packaging, I was very pleased with this DVD. Now, here is what you'll find on here: Disc 1 Undertaker Vs. Hulk Hogan (WWE Championship) - The Undertaker wins his first WWE title after being in the organization for only a year! Guest appearance from "Nature Boy" Ric Flair. Undertaker Vs. Yokozuna (RIP)(WWE Championship Casket Match) - This ends up being more of a gang mugging as several WWE stars help out Yoko! Still significant as it shows the fighting spirit of UT in a losing effort. Undertaker Vs. Diesel - This was from WrestleMania 12 and one of Kevin Nash's better bouts! Undertaker Vs. Mankind (Buried Alive Match) - Foley, as usual, takes a beating from UT! UT wins the match but ends up getting buried alive by Mankind, The Executioner (Terry Gordy in a mask/RIP) and several other heels! Undertaker Vs. Mankind (WWE Championship Match) - Undertaker had just won his second WWE title a month earlier. Foley takes another beating including a head first dive into a table! Undertaker Vs. Bret Hart (WWE Championship Match) - "HBK" Shawn Michaels is the special referee in this one as this was otherwise a classic bout! Guest appearances from Paul Bearer, Owen Hart (RIP) and Brian Pillman (RIP). The ending leads up to the brief but brutal Michales/Undertaker feud! BONUS MATCH: Undertaker Vs. Bret Hart from One Night Only in England! Awesome bout! Perhaps better than their Summerslam encounter. EXTRAS ON DISC 1 Undertaker attacks Hogan in the Funeral Parlor Undertaker builds a casket for Yokozuna Undertaker talks about Diesel in the graveyard Undertaker talks about Mankind in the graveyard Undertaker interrupts Mankind's interview DISC 2 Undertaker Vs. Shawn Michaels (In Your House: Ground Zero) - This was the first bout and it is a wild affair with guest stars HHH and Chyna! Undertaker Vs. Shawn Michaels (Hell In The Cell) - The first ever Hell In The Cell! Set the bar for future HITC bouts! Undertaker Vs. Kane (WrestleMania 14) - This bout was the first ever meeting between these two and probably the best between these two! Undertaker Vs. Kane (Inferno Match) - Not a great bout BUT does have an awesome dive by 'Taker over the fire onto Kane and Vader! Undertaker Vs. Mankind (Hell In The Cell) - The worst beating of Mick Foley's life. People can talk about HHH ending Foley's career in this same type of match but, in my eyes, it was UT that shortened Foley's career as the beating he gave Mick was far worse than what HHH did to him! Undertaker Vs. The Rock (WWE Championship Match) - Very entertaining in that The Rock is his usual defiant self against UT! Guest appearance from HHH in this one! EXTRAS ON DISC 2 Undetaker interview right after SummerSlam '97 concerning Shawn Michaels Undertaker talking to her parents' tombstones Undertaker interview where Kane burns their parents' tombstones; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman Beyond - The Movie; Brand: Will Friedle; Review: In this future version of Gotham City, Bruce Wayne is an old man, long retired from being BatMan. Dick Grayson's fate is unknown (though its hinted in this series that he still lives), Babara Gordon is now the police Commissoner, her father James Gordon has passed on as has Alfred. Tim Drake, the second Robin, is AWOL (though we learn his fate later in BatMan Beyond: Return Of The Joker). In a twist of fate, Terry McGinnes becomes the new Dark Knight with a reluctant Bruce Wayne as his mentor. This DVD features the premiere of this series as well as 4 additional episodes from the series. BATMAN BEYOND (Pilot) - Bruce Wayne has been retired from being BatMan for over 20 years. In that time, his family company was bought out by crooked businessman Dereck Powers and Gotham is not what it once was. When Powers has a worker murdered to cover up one of his crooked dealings, Terry McGuiness (the worker's son) wants justice. Thus, through a series of events, he becomes the new BatMan to take down Powers. GOLEM - A kid at Terry's high school becomes fed up with being bullied and uses a giant robot called The Golem to take revenge on those that bullied him. WINNING EDGE - During a robbery, the new Batman discovers that one of the robbers is a kid at his high school. This mystery leads him down a trail that points to one of the original Batman's old enemies......BANE! DEAD MAN'S HAND - The Royal Flush Gang returns to Gotham to loot and seek revenge on Batman......problem is, one of its members falls for him! MELTDOWN - Still alive after 50 years, Mr. Freeze is given a new chance at life only to be duped into a dangerous experiment! Seeking revenge, he battles both Batman and a new enemy.....BLIGHT! This DVD gives you a good introduction into the world of the new Batman as he battles new enemies plus updated versions of the original Batman's old enemies! I'd recommend this along with Batman Beyond: Return Of The Joker!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Batman: The Animated Series - Volume 2; Brand: Kevin Conroy; Review: In Batman - The Animated Series, Vol. 2, we see more of the classic episodes that added to the already large legend and popularity of one of comics' most enduring characters. DISC 1 Eternal Youth - Seeking vengence for "crimes against nature", Poison Ivy sets up a vacation spa for unsuspecting philantrophists she blames for the ruining of the planet. One of those people, however, is Bruce Wayne/Batman's butler Alfred! Perchance To Dream - One of The Dark Knight's stranger episodes as he confronts not only The Mad Hatter.....BUT HIMSELF! The Cape & The Cowl Conspiracy - Batman takes on a thief who steals information and rare items by threating his victims with death traps. This time, this thief wants to steal the mask of Batman. Robin's Reckoning: Pt. 1 - Robin's past is revealed for the first time. We also see the first signs of conflict between Batman & Robin as both hunt down the murderer of Robin's parents seperately! This conflict was explored more in the re-vamped version of BatMan in later years. Robin's Reckoning: Pt. 2 - The conclusion of Robin's origin as we see him become (briefly) almost as dark as Batman himself as he finally faces off with his parents' killer! The Laughing Fish - One of the darker Joker episodes as The Joker tries to get a pattened on his grotesque version of fish! Night Of The Ninja - A part of Bruce Wayne's past is revealed as an old foe returns to seek revenge on him. BONUS FEATURE: Robin Rising - A unique look at this series' version of Robin. One thing is for sure, he isn't the Adam West version! DISC 2 Cat Scratch Fever - Despite the threat of returning to jail, Selina Kyle is forced to become Catwoman again to stop a plaque on animals in Gotham but when she becomes infected herself, Batman comes to her aid. The Strange Secret Of Bruce Wayne - While investigating a blackmail scheme, Bruce Wayne runs across Dr. Hugo Strange whose hypnotherapy machine can actually read and see thoughts! Heart Of Steel: Pt. 1 - Dr. Carl Rosom, a genius in automatry/robotics, builds HARDAC to replace humankind after the death of his daughter but when he realizes own creation has plans of his own, he tries to stop it but its too late! Now, it is up to Batman to pull the plug on this super-computer before everyone he knows (not to mention the world) is replaced with robot duplicates! Heart Of Steel: Pt. 2 - The conclusion to this sci-fish but still great two parter! If You're So Smart, Why Aren't You Rich? - The debut of The Riddler as he seeks revenge on an employer that cheated him out of money for work. Joker's Wild - The Joker escapes from prison to wreck a casino in his name, not knowing that he's actually being duped in a much larger scheme. Tyger, Tyger - Catwoman is captured and mutated into a half-woman/half-cat being! Batman must rescue her BUT he must face Tygress, the perfect; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: WrestleMania 21; Brand: John Cena; Review: As far as WrestleMania's and DVD videos go, this one is a keeper. It wasn't the best but it was far from the worst! First, I'll go into the matches and then the extras: Rey Mysterio Vs. Eddie Gurrerro - This SMACKDOWN match up should've been a show stealer but was pretty good at best! I've seen better with these two. Still, not a bad opener. Chris Jericho Vs. Chris Benoit Vs. Shelton Benjamin Vs. Edge Vs. Christian Vs. Kane (Money In The Bank Ladder Match) - This was RAW's opener to WrestleMania and it was much better than SMACKDOWN'S! While Edge was the winner, I think the other participants were more worthy of winning. Shelton's performance was the most noteworthy with his agile moves on the ladders and his incredible T-Bone off the ladder on Edge! Undertaker Vs. Randy Orton - In this RAW Vs. SMACKDOWN bout, this one was better than I'd thought it was going to be. Both men put in an incredible effort. While I am not a great UT fan, I do respect him. I TOTALLY HATE RANDY ORTON! Sure, he's a great performer but his attitude sucks! I cheer anytime anyone beats his a**, even "The Game" Triple H! Still, I have to give him props for the effort he gave! Great match up! Trish Stratus Vs. Christy Hemme (WWE Women's Title) - WORST MATCH ON THE CARD! While women's matches aren't usually that great to begin with, this one was one of the worst! The only saving grace here is that Trish won thank God! She may be a b*tch but at least she's earned what she has. Christy may look good naked but it should take more than that to get a title shot! Watch this match once and then skip everytime you put in the disc that its on! Shawn Michaels Vs. Kurt Angle - THE REAL MAIN EVENT OF WRESTLEMANIA! I know the world title matches are the official main events but I don't know too many people that cared about Cena Vs. JBL or Batista Vs. HHH! Some didn't even know they were on the card as many viewed this match as the main event! This one was a back and forth effort on both men's part! A lot of high flying and ground game from both men! Its worth the 20 plus minutes of your life to watch! Big Show Vs. Akebono (Sumo Match) - I'll be honest with you, I have never viewed this match nor do I have a desire too! From what I understand though, TBS was a good sport considering the sucky position he was put in! JBL Vs. John Cena (WWE Title Match) - In one of his last bouts before being moved to RAW, John Cena took on JBL! This match, save the ending, was forgetable! Considering this was WrestleMania, you'd think Cena and JBL would've put a little more effort into their match! HHH Vs. Batista (World Heavyweight Title Match) - While not a great bout, it was much better than Cena Vs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Backlash 2005; Brand: Hulk Hogan; Review: All in all, this SummerSlam wasn't bad at all! Considering the only real name match going into it was Hulk Hogan Vs. Shawn Michaels, I think everyone put in a good effort on their matches. Here is the rundown: Chris Benoit Vs. Orlando Jordan (U.S. Title Match) - This match is awesome not because it was a great bout, but because of the way it ended! I won't spoil it for you if you haven't seen it but let me put it to you this way. DO NOT TAKE A BATHROOM BREAK DURING THIS MATCH BECAUSE IT'LL BE OVER BY THEN! Matt Hardy Vs. Edge - This was what everyone expected, no wrestling holds, just a fight! Would've liked to have seen it go longer than it did but hey, it did set up two spetacular matches since this one! PERSONAL NOTE: If any of this angle is really real, then I have to give it to Matt Hardy and Edge because I know if I was taking on a guy that in real life stoled my woman, that match would turn REALLY REAL REALLY FAST! And I certainly wouldn't want to be Edge, looking across the ring and seeing a guy whose girl (Lita/Amy Dumas) I took! Rey Mysterio Vs. Eddie Gurrerro (Ladder Match) - While I hate the angle that spawned this match, THE MATCH ITSELF WAS AWESOME! A lot of sick spots and a surprising ending that was foreshadowed earlier in the night. Eugene Vs. Kurt Angle - Surprisingly, most of the Washington D.C. crowd was behind Angle in this one! Speaking of him, I have to admit, he made Eugene seem pretty formadible at times, proving he's one of the best workers out there. Still, this was pretty much a squash. PERSONAL NOTE: While I am not a fan of Christy Hemme, I have to admit she was looking good in that cheerleader's outfit. Also will note that the Diva's Car Wash was looking good too! ;) Undertaker Vs. Randy Orton - I think this one was even better than their original WrestleMania match! There was better ring psychology in this one as both men gave a good effort with another sneaky plan by Randy Orton which this time, unlike WM, paid off! John Cena Vs. Chris Jericho (WWE Title Match) - Have to give both men credit. Jericho is the superior wrestler and performer but John Cena kept up with him pretty well! The crowd was hot for this one as half were for Cena but at least half were for Jericho! Both men got applause though at the end of this bout and deservedly so. Batista Vs. JBL (World Heavyweight Title/No Holds Barred) - This one wasn't as violent as I thought it should've been. It was an okay bout BUT I will say that the ending is reminiscent of the most famous moment from the Batista/HHH Hell In The Cell in June of 2005 and it does involve steel steps! PERSONAL NOTE: I realize its the commentator's job to build up the wrestlers but how; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Rise and Fall of ECW; Brand: The Pit Bulls; Review: Admittedly, I didn't really start following ECW until I saw ECW Heatwave '98 (its best overall PPV in my opinion) so this documentary helped me to catch up on the history of this gone but not forgotten underground federation. I loved how they highlighted some of the main people that helped make ECW what it became. From Todd Gordon to the late Eddie Gilbert to Paul Heyman to Shane Douglas to TAZ to Sabu to Terry Funk to Tommy Dreamer to The Sandman to RVD to The Dudleys and many more! One of the few weakness in this is that we didn't hear comments from ECW stars that weren't under contract with WWE. I realize the legal ramblings and all but it would've been nice to hear from James Fullington (The Sandman) or Raven or Shane Douglas on this piece. Still, you do get your money's worth as this documentary is around 3 hours long. Very little history gets omitted here. I will also say that while the problems between Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff are just as much a part of ECW lore as anything else, I take exception to comments made by both parties such as when Eric said he didn't "steal" any guys from ECW. Let's face it, those ECW stars that DID go to WCW may have called them but Bischoff still had to give the green light to bring them in. But I do agree with Bischoff that Heyman's unwillingness to tone down the product may have been ECW's downfall as well. Still, I find it ironic how he talks about ECW's failings when at the same time it fell in January of 2001, WCW was also falling too! It fell in March of 2001 I should note. Anyway, back to the DVD set, I think you'll find this piece enlightening, especially to those that insist that ECW was about nothing but violence for the sake of violence. Correct me if I am wrong but professional wrestling/sports entertainment in of itself is violent in nature, ECW just took it to a more basic, barbaric level. BUT, lost in all that, they also had great wrestlers like Eddie Gurrerro, Dean Malenko, Chris Benoit, Rob Van Damn, TAZ, Lance Storm, the late Chris Candido, Shane Douglas and others. The bonus matches may not have been the greatest in ECW history BUT I was happy to get a hold of any ECW history! Here they are: The Pit Bulls Vs. Raven & Stevie Richards (2 out of 3 fall Dog Collar Match/ECW World Tag Team Championship) - Wasn't a tag team classic but it had some very brutal spots with tables. The Pit Bulls weren't exactly the second coming of The Road Warriors BUT they were powerful to say the least. We also see an appearance of The Dudley Boyz but not the ones we know now. These two were different Dudleys. Buh-Buh Ray and D-Von came along later as well as Spike. Rey Mysterio Vs. Psicosis (2 out of 3 fall match) - This is what I wish their; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble 2005; Brand: Kurt Angle; Review: I won't bore you with a wordy introduction! Let's get to the card: Shawn Michaels Vs. Edge - Pretty good opener. I actually liked the mocking done by Edge at various times (especially when he faked the Sweet Chin Music and used his spear tackle instead)! Most knocked the ending but it was very basic and old school and very keeping into the desperate persona of Edge. Undertaker Vs. Heidenreich (Casket Match) - Probably the worst bout on the card but even The Undertaker can't help this guy! Only exciting part is when Gene Snitzky and Kane got involved! JBL Vs. Kurt Angle Vs. The Big Show (Triple Threat WWE Title Match) - Was better than I thought it would be! All three men actually put in a good effort. Could've lived without the interference for both Angle and JBL though! Still, a good match. HHH Vs. Randy Orton (World Heavyweight Title Match) - Having HHH come down alone (barring Batista and Ric Flair) was a good call. I actually don't mind cheating from the wrestlers as long as its THEIR cheating! Anyway, HHH practically handed Orton his a** in this one! Except for a few moments in the bout, Orton never really got on track here! While I am not a HHH fan, I HATE ORTON EVEN MORE! So, I was actually happy to see "The Game" win this one! THE ROYAL RUMBLE MATCH - While not as dramatic as the previous year (where Chris Benoit went over an hour to win), it still was a pretty good Rumble match! The best parts of the whole thing was seeing Daniel Puder practically get whooped by Benoit, Gurrerro and "Hardcore" Holly, the RAW/Smackdown face off, seeing the RAW/Smackdown guys come together to stomp the stuffings out of Hassan and the beginnings of the Kurt Angle/Shawn Michaels rivary! Batista winning the Rumble wasn't that much of a surprise as everyone knew that either him or John Cena was going to take it! I should also know this was also the real beginning of the Christian/Cena war during The Rumble drawings that are shown on this DVD. Also an interesting bonus is seeing Batista and Cena sort of face off after the conclusion of The Rumble. Overall, a good buy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Self Destruction of the Ultimate Warrior; Brand: Warrior; Review: I just purchased "The Self-Destruction Of The Ultimate Warrior" and I must say I kind of expected a complete ripping of the Warrior but I didn't get that! I've read where other reviewers thought the WWE was being unfair and biased on this one but I don't get that vibe at all. I think, for the most part, the assessment of UW was fair and probably pretty accurate. I do have to raise an eyebrow at a couple of things though. The first was Triple H. Granted, it was an old interview from 2000 the day of WrestleMania 2000 but I find it kind of ironic that he calls UW a "d*ckwad" since most fans tend to consider him the same (though I have to grudgingly admit he's far more talented that UW ever was). Back to the DVD itself, the bio is about an hour and a half long. I found Vince McMahon to be very informative in his explanation of his relationship with UW. Still have to wonder like a lot of fans WHY WOULD YOU KEEP BRINGING THIS GUY BACK KNOWING HIS REP?! I found the comments from Chris Jericho, Christian and even Edge to be very funny! The best UW story though had to be Bobby "The Brain" Heenan's description of UW's matches with the late, great Andre The Giant! I won't give it away but it was quite humorous! I only wished they would have had the footage of that bout with the incident he described on this DVD! LOL! I also wonder how sincere Eric Bischoff and Hulk Hogan's explanation was for bringing in UW to the old WCW. They said it wasn't to give Hogan a victory over UW thus giving him peace of his old WrestleMania VI loss to him. I don't quite buy that since Eric Bischoff was really kissing Hogan's a** majorly at that time! As it turns out, UW was another nail in the coffin for WCW since by the time they brought him in in 1998, WWE (WWF at the time) had taken back the Monday Night Wars! Do have to agree with Bischoff though that Hogan/Warrior II was the WORST MATCH on that Halloween Havoc card! It really stunk up that joint that night! I should also note that this originally was set out to be a tribute to UW and he was even asked to participate in its making but he not only refused, he totally slammed WWE in doing so! So for all those that say this piece is biased, I say this: UW WAS OFFERED THE CHANCE TO TELL HIS SIDE OF THE STORY FOR THIS THING SO HE HAS NO ONE TO BLAME BUT HIMSELF IF THE DVD SEEMS ONE-SIDED! I have to confess I was also a fan of UW and it was kind of sad to see him fall apart like he did when he practically had the world at his feet but on the other hand, he did it to himself for the most part. Like it or not, WWE (in my; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blade Trinity; Brand: Kris Kristofferson; Review: I bought this film a while back and after viewing it a few times, I have to agree that Blade was almost a secondary character in his own movie! Taking a backseat to the Nightstalkers! Abigal (played by Jessica Biel) is okay but not all that! Nice to look at and has a few cool moves but that's it! Hannibal King (played by Ryan Reynolds), on the other hand, was a cool new character. The only knock on him is that he seemed to try TOO HARD to be funny! HHH, in my view, was surprisingly effective as Jacko Grimwald. Still, he better not give up his WWE dayjob or his bodybuilding side job! As for Dracula, he's easily the weakest villian in all three Blades! The best villian is still Deacon Frost from the first movie! "Angel" from Buffy The Vampire Slayer could've gave Blade a better fight at the end! Hell, Buffy herself could've gave Blade more of a battle! I just thought they could've made the King Of The Vampires just a little more formadable than they did. Overall, not a bad film but falls short of the original and just barely squeeks past Blade 2.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Batman Begins; Brand: Christian Bale; Review: I have seen all 4 Batman films prior to this one and this one BLOWS ALL OF THEM AWAY (even the still classic 1989 film starring Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson)! Christian Bale's version of Batman is very intimidating! I remember watching this film originally in the theater and being scared to death for the guys he interrogated! The villians (Scarecrow/Ra's Al Guhl) were smartly handled well. Rachel, played by Katie Holmes, isn't eye-candy like the previous leading Bat-women. She actually has spunk and guts. Overall, all the characters in this film are very believable. For those that still want an "Adam West" type Batman, please rent the old 1960's film or 1997's "Batman & Robin" by Joel Schumacher! Otherwise, I'd skip this one because that style of Bats doesn't live here! For everyone else, get ready for great ride! :D; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: XXX: State of the Union; Brand: Ice Cube; Review: I've seen this film and I've read some of the reviews and while some of the points are valid, some are just flat out ridiculous! First, on the film itself, it isn't bad but it won't go down in history as a great action flick! The plot is a little more than paperthin. We pretty much know that Ice Cube and company is going to save the day. As for the character, in Ice Cube's defense, WHAT'S SO FREAKIN' BAD?! He basically plays the same character in all the films he's in! Even the classic urban tale "Boyz In The Hood" and his role in the "Friday" series is not too much different. As for no regard for human life, DID YOU EVEN WATCH THE FILM!? It was a Presidential Bullet Train! How many people are going to be on it anyway!? Plus, they already knew who was on it. Check for passengers? PLEASE! Besides, not too many action flicks have a regard for human life in them! As for racism, there was plenty of that but what did you expect with Ice Cube as the lead!? All of his films are like that! Anyway, there are some cool CG effects in them. Take it for what it is and that's a mindless "shoot 'em up" romp!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Batman vs Dracula; Brand: Michael Goguen; Review: Because I am not really a fan of the new "THE BATMAN" series, I was not looking forward to this feature film. However, having read so many good reviews on it, I decided to plunk down $20 bucks and give it a chance. I AM GLAD I DID! As far as compared to the original Batman animated series storyline in terms of the animated films, I would have to rank it either third or tied with Batman Beyond: Return Of The Joker (Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm WILL ALWAYS BE number one to me)! Though not rated, I wouldn't recommended to young kids. Much like "Phantasm" and "Return Of The Joker", I would only recommend it to young teens or adults that are fans because there are some intense scenes in it. As for the film itself, I think the makers of Blade: Trinity could've took notes on how to really bring out Dracula as THE BATMAN's version is very good! It sticks to the legend but goes about it very smartly and even educates on what's fact and what's fiction on vampirism! I was also surprised to see the introduction of Vicky Vale, one of the few characters that the original Batman: The Animated Series DIDN'T use! I also find this version of Batman has a bit more of a lighter side than the one we are used too but still retains a lot of the "dark knight" side. The use of Vale to show the conflict between his own desires and his commitment to being the champion of Gotham was well done too. While I would've liked to have seen it explored further, this wasn't about Bruce's love life so I can live with what was shown. Another thing I hated about this version is their Joker! But, on the plus side, I DO like their version of The Penguin! In this feature, I think both are handled well. The Joker is probably at his most frightening and slightly disturbing in this one! While not on the level with the classic Mark Hamil version, he comes very close here! As for the fights, they were handled well and it made sense too. Batman basically had to use smarts here because while he is the ultimate of physical perfection, Dracula IS Dracula so physical strength, endurance and even weapons wouldn't be enough this time around! Overall, I think even detractors of THE BATMAN series will like this feature! I am not a fan of the new series BUT I certainly DID like this piece! Worth the money!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (Mandarin Chinese Edition); Brand: Ewan McGregor; Review: Before I review, let me say that while the prequel Trilogy isn't bad, it doesn't capture the magic of the original Trilogy. I can't put my finger on it but the new ones are just missing that something that the old one's had. That being said, Episode III: Revenge Of The Sith is by far the best of the three and holds its own against the original films. While I do agree with many reviewers in that I also don't care for all the CG, I think it was necessary in some scenes (such as the Anikin/Obi Wan fight on the Mustafar system with all that volcanic lava). Let's face it, old fashioned film making COULDN'T pull off some of those scenes believable enough! As for the story, it was easily best story and the best acted of the three. Episode I wasn't a great story BUT I surprisingly liked it only because the actors were putting forth an effort with the material they had. Plus, the Darth Maul Vs. Obi Wan/Qui Gon fight was tremendous! Episode II was a stronger story but it seemed at times the acting was on auto-pilot! I nearly fell asleep in the theater and I have NEVER done that with any movie let alone a Star Wars film! Episode III was over all the best story. I have to agree that Hayden Christenson wasn't the best choice for Anikin Skywalker/Darth Vader. True, he improved since Episode II but he was still lacking something. I wasn't all that convinced that he was confilcted though he was supposed to be. To his credit though, he got the dark side part down pat and he definitely knew how to weild a lightsaber! Overall, the actors did a great job in this one. Even Natallie Portman's performance in this one was much improved from the first two films (though that last scene where she dies was a bit hokey but that could be blamed more on the script than her acting). As for the DVD itself, its got plenty of extras on Disc 2! I haven't viewed all of them but the ones that I have viewed (particularly "The Chosen One" and "Its All For Real") are good. Overall, it is a good buy even for the die-hard Star Wars fans.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman: The Animated Series - Volume 4; Brand: Kevin Conroy; Review: Continuing the storyline from the original Batman: The Animated Series, we find Bruce Wayne still fighting the good fight in Gotham with a brand new Robin and Batgirl by his side. Dick Grayson (the first Robin) has meanwhile left The Dark Knight and established his own identity as Nightwing but still fights with Batman occassionally. This set is a mixed bag. While not as classic as the "dark deco" episodes, there are some gems among this collection: DISC 1 Holiday Knights - Three different tales that take place during the Christmas and New Year holidays where Batman, Robin and Batgirl faces off with Poision Ivy, Harley Quinn, Clayface and The Joker! Sins Of The Father - Tim Drake, an orphan left homeless by his criminal father, stumbles across a confrontation between Batman and Two-Face. A series of events follow that lead to a new Robin. Cold Comfort - On the heels of the animated feature "SubZero", Mr. Freeze unexpectedly returns to seek cold revenge! His fate on the heels of that tale will shock you! Double Talk - The Ventriliquist fights his past as Scarface by trying to go straight but some of his old buds won't leave the past in the past. You Scratch My Back - The first appearance of Dick Grayson as Nightwing as he forms a dangerous alliance with Catwoman to take down gun smugglers, much to the dismay of Batman. Never Fear - Exposed to The Scarecrow's new gas that suppresses fear rather than induce it, Batman's rages threaten to turn him into what he swore to fight against. BONUS: Interactive Arkham Asylum - See files and hear from the creators of Batman: The Animated Series on some of The Dark Knight's more fearsome foes. DISC 2 Joker's Millions - When a rival crime boss dies from natural causes, he leaves millions of dollars to The Joker....or so it seems! Growing Pains - Robin, in his first rebellion against Batman, tries to save a girl from a superstrong mysterious individual against Batman's orders. Love Is A Croc - Feeling they are kindred spirits, Baby Daul helps free Killer Croc only to discover that though they are both viewed as freaks, they are not soulmates. Torch Song - Unable to cope with rejection by a famous singer, a former stage worker turns his fascination with fire into a dangerous weapon and becomes Firefly! The Ultimate Thrill - Roxy Rocket, a former stuntwoman who was bored with that world, turns to crime to find the ultimate thrill and seeks the ultimate chase with Batman! *Over The Edge - One of the best episodes of this version of the series as Batman, Robin and Nightwing face off with....Commisioner Gordon?! *This episode has alternate commentary from Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Glen Murakami and James Tucker. DISC 3 Mean Seasons - A crazed former model goes on rampage in Gotham's higher society. *Critters - Farmer Brown, a brilliant bio-chemist, turns to extortion to continue to fund his research by creating super bugs, animals and other freaks to tear Gotham apart. *This episode; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Taboo Tuesday 2004; Brand: Ric Flair; Review: To be honest, I didn't expect a lot but I was plesantly surprised by this card. Here is my view on WWE Taboo Tuesday: Rey Mysterio/Matt Hardy Vs. Snitsky/Chris Masters - Originally, it was supposed to be Edge in this RAW Vs. Smackdown bout but Edge bowed out at the last minute saying he was through with Hardy. In reality, Edge had a legit injury to his pec muscle and they used the recent feud as an excuse. As for this match, I have to saw while I am a RAW fan (have been since the split), I got to give credit where its due. Hardy/Mysterio DEFINITELY should've won this bout (which they did)! Snitsky and Masters weren't the best duo to put in there against those two though they did account for themselves decently. A pretty good match overall. Rob Conway/Tyson Tomko Vs. Eugene/"Superfly" Jimmy Snuka - Nothing spetacular here. Just a feel good bout. It was good to see Snuka again though! ;) Mankind Vs. Carlito - Again, nothing special too much here. Just a feel good moment when Foley gets the mandible claw on Carlito! Lance Cade/Trevor Murdoch Vs. Big Show/Kane (WWE RAW World Tag Team Title Match) - Its too bad WWE Creative won't put anything behind tag teams anymore because Cade/Murdoch wasn't a bad duo. The right thing to do would've been too have them somehow upset the two big men but that's not how things go in WWE these days I guess! Kane/Show take it after several minutes of good double teaming by Cade/Murdoch! Batista Vs. The Coach w/Goldust/Vader - Ugliest match on the card and I don't mean that in a good way! Its too bad Batista's guest appearance on a RAW PPV was wasted this way! I know some fans dissed "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for walking out on this match BUT I pretty much don't blame him now that I've seen what it turned into! Anyway, Batista wins after his "Batista" bomb on Coach (probably the best moment of the match)! Trish Stratus Vs. Ashley Vs. Candice Michelle Vs. Mickie James (the former Alexis Lalrey for OVW) Vs. Maria Vs. Victoria (WWE Women's Title Bout) - I'll be honest, I didn't watch it for skilled wrestling as none of these cats except for the champ (Stratus), Mickie James and Victoria can actually wrestle (Ashley has potential though). I only watched to see what they were wearing! Just being honest! ;) Ric Flair Vs. Triple H (WWE I-C Title Match in a cage) - EASILY THE BEST MATCH OF THE NIGHT! I personally think Flair should retire but I have to give him his due. At mid-50's, he works a better match than most of the wrestlers half his age! HHH deserves credit as well as he has really studied old school wrestling! I, like many fans, don't like his politicing but you can't deny he can put on a great match when wants too! Very gory bout so if you don't like blood, don't watch this match. If you don't mind seeing it,; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fantastic Four; Brand: Ioan Gruffudd; Review: I decided to take a chance on the Fantastic Four film since it had such mixed reviews. Let me say that while it could've been better, it wasn't as bad as some reviews pegged it to be! Hell, it was at least better than HULK! Ioan Gruffnudd and Jessica Alba doesn't seem to quite fit into their roles as Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic) and Sue Storm (Invisible Woman). Its like they are brushing at it but don't quite hit the mark (though I have to admit I DID enjoy seeing Alba in her undies for a brief period during that Brooklyn Bridge scene)! On the other hand, Chris Evans as Johnny Storm (The Human Torch) and Michael Chickles as Ben Grimm (The Thing) were dead on! In fact, they pretty much make this film! Julian McMahon as Dr. Doom was okay but I didn't feel like it was quite him for some reason. And I have to say, I actually found this MARVEL film to be funnier than the others, even the Spider-Man films (which I enjoyed emmensily)! Rating it against the other MARVEL joints, it falls short of both Spider-Man films, the first Blade film, and both X-Men films. It ties with Daredevil(uncut version) and the second Blade film and The Punisher (new version) but is far better than HULK, the third Blade film and Elektra! I'd rent it or find it at a reduced price if you like it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 20 Years Too Soon: Superstar Billy Graham; Brand: WWE Home Video; Review: Admittedly, until this DVD, I was quite ignorant of the legendary "Superstar" Billy Graham. I started watching wrestling in 1985 and by that time his career was winding down in the NWA-Mid Atlantic area and his short comeback in WWE. I have heard stories about him but this is the first real look I've had at him and I enjoyed it. Basically, the story starts with his childhood to his first exposure to Christianity. From there, he got involved in bodybuilding and athletics before meeting the late Stu Hart in Calgary and later the late Dr. Jerry Graham. After traveling to the AWA, Florida and Texas areas, Graham ended up in the WWWF (now known as WWE) and became their heavyweight champion. He definitely changed the way wrestlers should look as almost no one had his physique or his charisma. His interviews were actually more entertaining than his matches. Honestly, he wasn't the most skilled wrestler out there but it didn't matter as people paid good money to see him. What was also interesting was that though a heel, he got as many cheers as boos! He was almost (in a way) a predecesor to guys like The Road Warriors, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Rock in the sense these guys were supposed to be heels YET they got lots of cheers when they hit the ring! From his height, he fell from grace as drugs and a sour attitude took its toll on him. From his crusade against WWF/WWE to his near death in 2001 to his redemption and reconsiliation with both God and WWE, Billy Graham's journey is anything but boring! Here are the extras: MATCHES: *Vs. Armando Rodriguez - This is from AWA All Star Wrestling (8/25/73). A squash basically. *Vs. Angel Rivera - Also from AWA All Star Wrestling (10/6/73). Another squash. *Vs. Bruno Sammartino (WWWF Title Match) - April 30, 1977 was the day that "Superstar" would cement his place in wrestling history as he defeated "Da Brune" in Baltimore, MD. *Vs. Ivan Putski (WWWF Title Match) - A title match from Madison Square Garden against "Polish Power" Ivan Putski, one of the few men that could match power with Billy Graham at that time! *Vs. Dusty Rhodes (WWWF Title Match) - A title match dubbed a "Texas Death Match." A wild match! Rhodes was one of the few that could match Graham in terms of electrifying the crowd and both these men has the MSG audience at a fever pitch! *Vs. Bob Backlund (WWWF Title Match) - This is actually a match years later in November 21, 1982. By that time, Graham had gone to a "karate" gimick and to be honest, it looked terrible! Decent match but I would've rathered seen the first Backlund/Graham match where Backlund won the title! ON THE MIC *I AM THE ARM WRESTLING CHAMPION OF THE UNIVERSE - All Star Wrestling 10/6/73 *THESE HANDS CAN CRUSH COCONUTS - This is the interview from his AWA days. *I DON'T WANT YOU TO ASK ME ANY QUESTIONS - All Star Wrestling; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ECW: Bloodsport - The Most Violent Matches; Brand: Paul Heyman; Review: Despite the fact that its WWE owned now, I have to give WWE a little credit in that at least they recognize that ECW, years after its demise, still has power! ECW: Bloodsport featured matches that I've never seen before so I was happy to pay $18 bucks to purchase it! Here are the matches: DISC 1 Catcus Jack & Mikey Whipwreck Vs. Public Enemy (ECW World Tag Team Championship Match) - I am not sure but I think ECW was still EASTERN CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING at this point. Even back in those days though, it was already EXTREME! The match itself sees Mikey take a beating as well as Catcus but still pulls off an upset against the favored P.E. Sandman & Terry Funk Vs. Cactus Jack and Shane "Franchise" Douglas - A wild affair from 1995 which saw the introduction of the flaming branding iron! Axl Rotten Vs. Ian Rotten (Taipei Death Match) - Taking a page from the Jean Claude Van Damn movie "Kickboxer", these two have an anything goes match with taped fists mixed with superglue and beer glass! VERY BLOODY BOUT! Rey Mystero, Jr. Vs. Psicosis (Mexican Death Match) - These two went at in a match where you must answer a 10 count or lose the bout! Similiar to a "Last Man Standing" match but you must gain a pinfall or submission prior to the 10 count! Shane "Franchise" Douglas Vs. Chris "Lionheart" Jericho Vs. 2 Cold Scorpio Vs. Pitbull #2 (ECW TV Title Match) - This was done Four Corners style where you had to tag in and out. It went on until only one man remained! This match saw Douglas win the TV title and the beginning of a long team-up with Francine, who turned on Pitbull #2 during this match. Tommy Dreamer Vs. Brian Lee (Weapons Match) - The former fake "Undertaker" gives his biggest moment in his time in ECW as he choked-slammed Tommy Dreamer though about 4 or 5 tables to the concrete floor! Rob Van Damn Vs. Sabu (Stretcher Match) - Not really bloody but very physical, especially in the last 10 minutes! Terry Funk Vs. Sandman Vs. Stevie Rchards (3-Way Dance #1 Contender's Match) - This was at the first ECW PPV called Barely Legal in 1997! You will also see the winner take on then-ECW champ Raven immediately following this match as well! Classic ECW bout! DISC 2 Sabu Vs. Terry Funk (Barbed Wire Match/ECW Title) - A match so violent, even Paul Heyman didn't want to see another! Beulah McGillicutty Vs. Bill Alfonso (Intergender Match) - Very bloody bout! Surprisingly vicious! Tazz Vs. Bam Bam Bigelow (ECW Death Match) - These two had two PPV matches and in my book this one was overall the better of the two! Tazz Vs. Shane Douglas (ECW World Title Match) - Okay match but the one from Guilty As Charged '99 a week earlier was better! My only guess why they didn't use this match was because it featured the late Chris Candido running in as well as Tammy Lynn Sytch; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bloodsport VHS; Brand: Jean-Claude Van Damme; Review: I just relived my teen years by viewing this film yesterday and let me say that I do see the similarities to Bruce Lee's classic "Enter The Dragon" now. Yes, it is an "ETD" clone but as "ETD" clones go, its pretty damn good and stands on its own! Other than Kickboxer, Lionheart and perhaps the first Universal Soldier, this is easily Jean Claude Van Damme's best performance ever! Like other reviewers, what kept me glued was the training montages and seeing all those different styles of fighting! While some of them were overplayed for the sake of film, many of these styles exist in real martial arts so it was fun to see them even if they were exaggerated a bit. And while they didn't have any dialog, I found the other fighters to be engaging just by what they did on the Kumate mat! My favorite non-speaking character was, and still is, real-life fighter Paco! My friends and I loved him for some reason! Bolo Yeung is the guy most young adolecent boys dream about being. Very little talk but all action! His portrayal of the villian Chong Li wasn't an acting masterpiece but it didn't need to be to convey that this was one bad mutha.....well you get the idea! While this was based on the life of Frank Dux, the story has been exposed as fake in recent years. Still, even with that knowledge, its still a fun film to watch though it is toned down violence by today's standards. Imagine if they re-made this film today!? The level of violence would probably be off the page! Van Damme, who had starred in other low-budget action films before this (most notably "No Retreat, No Surrender"), got his first starring role in this film and enjoyed a good run from 1987 until about the mid-90's! Still, this is one of his brightest moments in film! Enjoy martial arts action, 80's style!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman Beyond: Season 1; Brand: Will Friedle; Review: In the past, Batman Beyond has been limited to single disc releases. Finally, WB gets a clue and decides to release Season One of this risky but popular series. While the original intent was to attract younger fans, older fans like the show as well as it stays true to the storyline from the original Batman: The Animated Series. Disc One Rebirth, Pts. 1 & 2 - Too old to battle injustice, Bruce Wayne is forced to hang up his cowl as Batman. Twenty years later, a young man named Terry McGinnus steals Bruce's costume to avenge the death of his father ordered by power broker Derek Powers (who also is the boss of Bruce's old company). We not only see the birth of a new Batman but the birth of a future enemy called Blight. SPECIAL NOTE: Rebirth, Pt. 1 only has commentary by Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, Paul Dini, Glen Murakami & Curt Geda. Black Out - Inque, a corporate sabatoguer, is hired by Derek Powers to take out FOXTECHA. With her unique ability to blend in shadows and assume nearly any shape, Inque doesn't need weapons because her body is a weapon! I should note this eppy takes a somewhat personal tone since FOXTECHA is owned by the same family that worked for Bruce Wayne for years in the original Batman series before Powers took over. It is hinted as such at the beginning of this episode. This eppy also sees the first appearance of an older Barbara Gordon, who has now succeeded her late father James Gordon as police commissioner. Golem - A kid, tired of being bullied and getting no support from his roughneck father, is merged with a contruction machine called a Golem. He seeks to extract a terrible revenge! Meltdown - One of Terry's first encounters with one of Bruce's "Rogue's Gallery" as Mr. Freeze returns to get revenge on Derek Powers and Dr. Stephanie Lake for betraying him during an experiment to cure his condition! We also get to see Blight in action for the first time! Heroes - A group of people take part in a dangerous experiment to create a team of crimefighters. But for Batman, things aren't what they seem. Shriek - A engineer is hired by Derek Powers to kill Bruce Wayne but has to take out Batman as well. This eppy has a unique sequence near the end where very little sound is used to display the power of Shriek. SPECIAL NOTE: This episode has alternate commentary by Bruce Timm, Alan Burnett, Glen Murakami, Curt Geda & Stan Berkowitz. Dead Man's Hand - The Royal Flush Gang returns to Gotham to seek revenge on Batman though this isn't the same one that put them away (that was Bruce Wayne). We also see the first serious conflict between Bruce and Terry over the Gang which is complicated even further by Terry's romance with Melanie, who turns out to be one of the gang members! Disc Two The Winning Edge - Teens at Terry's high school are using drugs similiar to; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Justice League: Season 1; Brand: George Newbern; Review: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Hawkgirl & Martian Manhunter! Seven DC Comics legends who normally work alone but are brought together out of necessity to form a team of heroes to protect earth from threats both on and above it. They form The Justice League! After several one disc releases with one or two episodes, Justice League finally gets its own DVD set! While I agree with many reviewers about the packaging and the format of the DVD's not being quite up to snuff, the set is STILL worth purchasing! Here are the eppys with the bonus features: Disc 1 Secret Origins, Pt. 1 - Superman & Batman run across a new threat to mankind that's too big for even them to handle! They run across a new ally in J'hon Jonz, The Maratian Manhunter. But this new alien threat catch on to them and try to take them out! Secret Origins, Pt. 2 - The trio of Superman, Batman and Maratian Manhunter receive help in the form of Hawkgirl, The Green Lantern (John Stewart) and The Flash. They also get unexpected help from Wonder Woman (I believe JL is the first time Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl and this version of Green Lantern has appeared in any DC animated series/The Flash appeared once in Superman: The Animated Series). Secret Origins, Pt. 3 - The seven heroes band together to make a final stand against the alien threat to earth! In Blackest Night, Pt. 1 - A tragic incident from Green Lantern's past comes back to haunt him as The Manhunters come to earth to bring him back for trial.......for destroying an entire planet! In Blackest Night, Pt. 2 - Superman, Martian Manhunter, Hawkgirl and The Flash travel to Green Lantern's trial only to discover that Lantern's "crime" might be connected to the men that once gave him his powers! The Enemy Below, Pt. 1 - Aquaman makes his first appearance in the JL series (He made a previous appearance during the Superman series) as he continues his fight with the surface world over pollution of the oceans, not knowing that mutiny is brewing among his own subjects in Atlantis. *The Enemy Below, Pt. 2 - The Justice League suspect a plot on Aquaman's own life. Meanwhile, Aquaman makes a strong sacrifice to save his infant son as his own brother attempts to assasinate him! *This episode has commentary by Bruce Timm, James Tucker, Glen Murakami, Rich Fogel and Dan Riba. Disc 2 Injustice For All, Pt. 1 - Lex Luthor makes his first appearance in the series as he finds out that he has Kryptonite poisioning! Out of revenge, he forms the Injustice Gang which includes Copperhead, Shade, Solomon Grundy and an unwelcome ally in The Joker himself! Injustice For All, Pt. 2 - The Joker helps The Injustice Gang capture Batman but The Dark Knight has his own way of leading the Justice League to them AND taking them down! Paradise Lost, Pt. 1 - Feeling homesick, Wonder Woman returns to Themescara only to find that everyone (including her; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Animated Series - Volume 1; Brand: Tim Daly; Review: Admittedly, I've never been a huge fan of Superman but I respect both his place in American pop culture and the fact that without him, guys like Batman, Spider-Man and others may not have existed! When the animated series first came out in 1996, I was in college but having watched the incredible BatMan: The Animated Series, this one seemed a bit of a letdown so I didn't pay attention to it for most of its run! WHAT A MISTAKE I MADE FOR DOING THAT! While I still prefer Batman: TAS or even Justice League, Superman: TAS is great in its own right with good animation and even better story telling! Here is the rundown of Volume 1: Disc 1 The Last Son Of Krypton, Pt. 1 - In this version, Jor-El's predictions of Krypton's destruction falls on deaf ears thanks to Braniac (who is re-introduced as a Kryptonian creation). Seeing no other way and running out of time, Jor-El and Lara send their son Kal-El to Earth! This eppy has commentary by Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Alan Burnett, Dan Riba & Glen Murakami. The Last Son Of Krypton, Pt. 2 - Now on Earth, Kal-El (under the name Clark Kent) learns of his Kryptonian heritage from his adoptive parents Johnathan and Martha Kent. Now knowing who and what he is, he makes his home in Metropolis as a reporter where he meets Lois Lane and begins his fight for justice as Superman. The Last Son Of Krypton, Pt. 3 - Seeing this new arrival as a threat to his plans, greedy billionare Lex Luthor hires John Corban to take out Superman. Corban, by the way, will be a significant character later in the series. Fun & Games - Toyman, a demented inventor that uses a toy motif, wants revenge on the gangster that killed his father! A Little Piece Of Home - During an attempt to stop a robbery at a museam, Superman accidentally runs across what is the bane of his existance.........KRYTONITE! Feeding Time - Rudy, a two time loser in a dead end job, is accidentally exposed to chemicals that turn him into The Parasite! A being which can absorb the strength, power and knowledge of any being he touches! Disc 2/Side A The Way Of All Flesh - John Corban, the man who tried to kill Superman during "The Last Son Of Krypton" series, contracts a rare virus! To save his life, Lex Luthor turns him into Metallo. A cyborg-like being with super-human strength and invunarability all powered by Kryptonite! But all isn't what it seems! Metallo is easily one of the S-man's deadliest foes in this series! Stolen Memories - Lex Luthor makes contact with Braniac but Superman warn the evil billionare not to trust him. Superman also learns that Braniac was behind the death of his real parents and caused the lives of other beings from other worlds to perish! This episode has commentary from Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, Alan Burnett, Curt Geda and Glen Murakami. The Main Man (Pts. 1 & 2) - Lobo, a; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Animated Series - Volume 2; Brand: Tim Daly; Review: Further proof of my shame of not viewing this series when it was originally on air, Volume 2 features some of my favorite episodes. It features the three parter which really turned me on to the series and that was "World's Finest" which was (if memory serves me correct) was Batman's first appearance since his original series run ended around 1995. Around this time, they were making the re-vamp eppys of Bats but they didn't premiere until 1997 I believe. Anyway, here is what's cookin' on Volume 2: Disc 1 Identity Crisis - Bizzaro, the reverse Superman, is re-introduced here as a failed clone experiment gone ary by none other than Lex Luthor. Target - Lois Lane, who has made her share of enemies both by her own strong personality and her association with Superman, is now the target of someone who has felt wronged by the spunky reporter. Action Figures - Metallo shows up on an island with no memory of his past. Mxzpixilated - A little alien with the hard to spell name shows up in Metropolis to make life miserable for both Superman and his alter ego, Clark Kent! Double Dose - Freed from prison, Livewire wants revenge on Superman and enlists The Parasite to do it but will her lust for vengence blind her to a bigger danger? Solar Power - A former boyfriend of Lois Lane gains the power to manipulate light and uses it to weaken and take down Superman! Bonus Feature Menaces Of Metropolis: Behind The Villaias Of Superman Disc 2/Side A Monkey Fun - An old pet monkey from Lois' past returns but Giganto isn't the same little monkey he once was. Brave New Metropolis - Lois gets sent to a parallel universe where Superman is the villian! Also, its a world where she is dead! Ghost In The Machine - Braniac survives his near destruction during "Stolen Memories" and forces Lex Luthor to rebuild his body! We also find out a little more about Merci! World's Finest, Pt. 1 - The future founders of The Justice League meet for the first time as Batman discovers that The Joker has stolen a dragon statue......made of Kryptonite! Also, a major twist is thrown in as Bruce Wayne (Batman's alter ego) begins romancing Lois Lane, much to Clark's chagrin! World's Finest, Pt. 2 - After discovering each other's secret identities, Batman and Superman reluctanctly begin to work together to bring down The Joker and Lex Luthor. Tension remains, however, due to Batman's romantic interest in Lois Lane. World's Finest, Pt. 3 - Lois discovers that Batman is Bruce Wayne and is torn between what could be a major story for her and her feelings for Bruce. Meanwhile, Superman and Batman go into a final showdown with The Joker and Lex Luthor! Disc 2/Side B Father's Day - Kalabak, wanting to prove himself to his father Darkseid, goes to Earth to defeat Superman. The Hand Of Fate - In this episode, Superman meets Dr. Fate for the first time. Bizarro's World - Surviving his near death in; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Superman: The Animated Series, Volume 3; Brand: Tim Daly; Review: In this volume, it features the four eppys that made me a Superman: TAS fan for life! I'll point them out later! Right now, let's get to the volume: Disc 1 Warrior Queen - A spoiled but skilled fighter from another world comes to Earth to challenge Superman and make him her husband! Ending is rather comical! Apokolips...Now!, Pt. 1 - Darkseid makes his first push towards domination of Earth and its up to Superman, Orion and policeman Dan Turpin to stop him! BIG NOTE HERE! THERE IS HIDDEN ALTERNATE COMMENTARY ON THIS EPISODE! HARD TO FIND BUT WORTH THE LISTEN! Apokolips...Now!, Pt. 2 - A war rages in the streets of Metropolis! Superman and his side triumphs but pays a big price as one of his closest allies dies! Very shocking for a Saturday morning show! Little Girl Lost, Pt. 1 & 2 - In this two parter, we are re-introduced to Kara, better known as Supergirl! As she goes through the growing pains of adjusting to Earth, Granny (one of Darkseid's flunkies) makes a bid to take down the Man Of Steel but doesn't count on Superman's pesky cousin to get involved! Where There's Smoke - Volcana, a telekenetic with the power to manipulate fire, wants revenge on the government agents that imprisoned her! Bonus Features: Commentary on Apokolips...Now!, Pt. 2 by Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, glen Murakami, Dan Riba and James Tucker. Superman: Behind The Cape - David Kaufman (the voice of Jimmy Olsen) takes you behind the scenes with the show's creative team. Disc 2/Side A Knight Time - When Batman goes missing, Superman shows up in Gotham City to team with Robin (Tim Drake).........as BATMAN! Rather comical but slightly scary episode! New Kids In Town - The Legion Of Super Heroes, a group from the future, goes back in time to stop Braniac from murdering a young Clark Kent! Obsession - Toyman returns and stalks a famous model but all isn't what it seems as the model is one of his creations! PERSONAL NOTE: My knock here is that I wished WB would've put the Static Shock episode where Superman shows up because its actually a follow up to this particular episode! Would've made a good bonus feature but I digress! Little Big Head - Myzlyklik returns and riles up Bizzaro into a rampage on Metropolis. Absolute Power - While studying a black hole, Superman discovers a new Krypton that is ruled by the two criminals that he imprisioned into the Phantom Zone in "Blast From The Past." In Brightest Day - Kyle Rayner, an artist, is given the legendary power of The Green Lantern with Senestro hot on his heels! Disc 2/Side B Superman's Pal - Jimmy Olsen experiences new celebrity as a friend of Superman's! This ends up working against him as Metallo returns to use him in a new plot against The Man Of Steel. Fish Story - Aquaman makes his first appearance in his more classic outfit as he takes on Lex Luthor with aid from Superman and Lois Lane! Unity - Superman; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Avengers: The Movie; Brand: Olivia D'Abo; Review: That opening line pains me to say because I grew up a Marvel fan and I still am one. That being said, perhaps I've been a so spoiled by the writing quality of JLU from WB that I expected much more from Lionsgate with Ultimate Avengers. I'll admit, I didn't enjoy it on first viewing but after I set my own expectations aside, I found it to be a very well done opening! In this one, we start back at the end of World War II when Captain America seemingly died after stopping a nuclear warhead from reaching its target. In reality, he fell from the exploding missle into the Atlantic Ocean where he remained frozen for 60 years! He is awakened by Nick Fury and SHIELD to help form a team of super-heroes to stop a new alien threat...........which happens to be the same threat Captain America fought back in WWII! The characters strikingly different here than in the traditional past. Captain America isn't as optimistic but still is the brave solider that we all know. Iron Man is kept about the same as he is in the comics and in other animated features of the past. Thor has no secret identity anymore of Dr. Donald Blake. He's just Thor! Henry and Janet Pym aren't the lovey dovey couple they were in the old school comics either! Janet is actually a mutant with the same "Wasp" powers but Henry (while still a brilliant scientist) is a big jackass here! From what I understand, their relationship in particular was toned down for this feature because in the "Ultimates" line of comics, Henry was actually physically abusive to Janet and even got into a fist fight with Captain America himself over her! As a result, Cap and Janet actually dated for awhile! Here, the Pyms just argue constantly but the heated tension is there to where you think something COULD happen. The Black Widow is still very much the person she is in the comics. Dr. Bruce Banner and Betty Ross have a strained relationship due to his transformations into the Hulk and Nick Fury is recast as an african-american! I was shocked by this at first but I've grown to love it though I do miss the classic Nick Fury. I thought that the animation was suspect a little but nothing bad. I agree that the way the characters are drawn are more realistic than even in Justice League. Both the men and women dress like they are going into battle instead of a costumed ball. Overall, I found this to be a watchable feature. While certain aspects could've been better (particularly the Thor/Hulk fight), its not a bad first attempt. Worth a rental or buying (preferably at a special price).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ultimate Avengers 2; Brand: Justin Gross; Review: I bought this about 4 days after it came out and let me say this is a big improvement over the first film (though it wasn't bad by any means). In this one, we see Captain America refusing help as he basically takes each military assignment as a death walk! Iron-Man is still the jet-setting playboy. Thor is....well Thor. Black Widow is Captain America's partner but yearns to be more than that. Betty Ross is still hurt by Bruce's betrayal in the previous film while Hank & Janet Pym's marriage in on the brink of dissolving. All the while, the Chitari resurfaces in Africa and kills T'Chaka, King Of Wakanda and father of T'Challa. As a result, T'Challa takes over as king and accepts the mantle of The Black Panther from his father. While reluctant at first, he soon realizes that he must go against his kingdom's sacred rule of "no outsiders" if his precious kingdom of Wakanda is to survive and if he is to defeat Klieser. The man/alien that killed his father and the sworn enemy of Captain America. The action and story is better developed here than in the first film. We also see the jealousy and resentment from Hank Pym towards Captain America, especially concerning his wife Janet Pym. While loyal to her husband, her admiration for Cap is obvious and she does wish for her man to be more like that than the brilliant but arrogant jackass that he is (though he DOES redeem himself at the end). Thor also faces a crisis of his own as his father Odin forbids him from interfering in the Avengers/Chitari battle but defies him and sides with the Avengers anyway. During this fight, two Avengers are in grave peril. One nearly dies while the other DOES die! I won't tell you who but it is touching the way its done. The only real complaint I have on this feature is the lack of The Hulk in this one as he is only in it for a few scenes (though his human alter ego Dr. Banner DOES play a pivitol part in helping to defeat the Chitari). Still, doesn't take away from the feature. Overall, a very good buy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Street Fighter II V: The Collection; Brand: ; Review: On the heels of the success of Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie came Street Fighter II V! A series of 30 minute episodes recounting the adventures of a teenage Ken Masters and his friend from Japan Ryu. While not directly connected to the popular animated film, it could've easily been a prelude to it as many of the things that happen during this series later happened in the film or were recounted in the film (by film I mean the animated movie, not that awful Van Damne live action flick from 1994)! Anyway, back to the series, Ken and Ryu meet up for the first time in years when Ken invites Ryu to come to America to see him. From there, they embark on a worldwide journey to meet the best fighters and learn from them. Along the way, they learn what it means to be a true martial artist and that it doesn't always mean having the best punch or the fastest kick. I am not much on the moral stuff but some good life lessons are noted here. Nothing preachy but noted. We also meet a very young but still pretty Chun Li and her childhood friend Fei Long (while I do like the character of Fei Long, no one is going to tell me he ISN'T copy of the late Bruce Lee, abeit a VERY GOOD copy). We also meet Sagat prior to his days of working for Bison and Shadowlaw as well as Dhalsim, Balrog, Vega, Zangief and Cammie. Guile also makes an appearance and we see why he hates Bison so much in this piece. We've heard the story of why he has it in for the Shadowlaw leader but this is the first time (that I know of) that it is actually shown. I won't give it away for those that haven't seen this version of the series but it is very telling. As for the action, it is very good! Not quite the level of the animated movie but still very good! Overall, a very good buy!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catwoman VHS; Brand: Halle Berry; Review: I rented this film not too long ago to see how terrible it was and I find that the criticism was mostly justified! I say mostly because I rather liked Halle's performance as Patience Phillips/Catwoman and not just for the suggestive poses and the skin tight leather! Her acting in this film is actually quite good in my view. Too bad the script sucked a*#! Her supporting cast was mediocre at best. Bennjamin Bratt (who is usually pretty good) was flat in this and Sharon Stone was just plain awful! I actually didn't mind that this was a different Catwoman but I though some nod to the previous character Selena Kyle should've been included somewhere. Overall, its not the WORST film in history but I wouldn't recommend it for a buy. A rental or if you must buy it, get it used or at a reduced price. Again, Halle is the only redeeming thing in this whole film for BOTH her effort as an actress (considering the script she was given) and the outfit! Beyond that, I can't really recommend this film.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE Survivor Series 2006; Brand: John Cena; Review: To be honest, I haven't bought a Survivor Series since 2002 but I heard so many good things about this one, I plunked down $16 to see it and glad I did for the most part. Let's get to it: "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes, Ron Simmons & Sgt. Slaughter Vs. The Spirit Squad (Traditional Survivor Series Match) - Not much going on in this match as it actually doesn't pick up until near the end. Arn Anderson ended up getting thrown out of the match as well as one of the S.S. members. Flair, in the end, used his dirty bag of tricks as well as his figure four leglock to win the match for his team after facing 3 on 1 odds. He wins but takes a whoopin after the match from the S.S. Chris Benoit Vs. Chavo Gurrerro (WWE U.S. Title Match) - Very good bout that ends when Vicki Gurrerro gets knocked off the apron by Benoit on accident as Chavo tried to escape the Sharpshooter. Didn't matter as Benoit took the match with his Crippler Crossface for the win. Mickie James Vs. Lita (WWE Women's Title Match) - Much like Trish Vs. Lita back at WWE Unforgiven, this was a very good contest. Regardless of what I think of Lita personally, she's a hell of a talent and its kind of sad that her career (in the short run) will be tainted by a personal choice with that whole Matt Hardy/Edge affair. That should have nothing to do with the type of performer she is/was. Anyway, both Lita and Mickie gave their all and it ends with Mickie using one of Lita's moves against her with a jumping DDT! Afterwards, Cryme Time comes out and sells Lita's personal belongings to the crowd including JBL from SmackDown! Team DX (Matt & Jeff Hardy, C.M. Punk, Shawn Michaels & HHH) Vs. Team RKO (Edge, Randy Orton, Johnny Nitro, Gregory Helms & Mike Knox) - Before I talk about the match, I have to say Team DX easily got one of the loudest (if not THE loudest) crowd response of the night! The interaction with the crowd was amazing! WWE, if you ever decide to expand DX, please consider The Hardyz and C.M. Punk with DX! Heck, The Hardyz and C.M. Punk alone would make a pretty good unit! Anyway, as for the match itself, it was a good blend of action and comedy! Knox gets eliminated about 15 seconds into the match while there was another funny moment when Melina (Johnny Nitro's girlfriend/manager) was cuddling up to Shawn (not realizing it was him)! It ends up being a route as Team DX doesn't suffer one elimination! One ironic moment (for me) was watching Shawn Michaels and Jeff Hardy do a tandem risk move on Rated RKO! Its ironic to me considering how much Jeff used to be compared to HBK at one time. Anyway, it ends when Edge and Orton realizes they are outnumbered and try to leave only to have Matt, Jeff and C.M.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rocky Balboa; Brand: Burt Young; Review: And I mean that in a good way because this was such a fantastic film! I watched it yesterday and it is a worthy sequel to the original Rocky! Sly Stallone gets knocked a lot by people (myself included) but no one is laughing at him now. Like his fictional son said in the film during his fight with Mason Dixon "Everyone thought this was a joke, including myself! But no one is laughing now!" The story, the acting....everything was well done. I only hope this is the end because I would hate to see it ruined by a bad follow-up. This is a fitting end to the Rocky saga and I would highly recommend this film to anyone's collection whether you're a fan or not!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky 5 VHS; Brand: Sylvester Stallone; Review: Unlike a lot of reviewers, I won't totally trash Rocky V. It actually had a decent story but there was just something that it lacked in terms of trying to be the final Rocky. Certain parts in the film actually are pretty good but they just don't go together very well. While none of the sequels equal the original Rocky (with the exception of Rocky Balboa), all of them seem to have a flow to them that this one kind of lacked. In fact, when I view this film, I rarely look at the whole thing. Most of the time, I forward it to the end with the streetfight which is probably the best part in the whole film! If you notice, the new Rocky barely mentions Rocky V except for the phrase "Home Team" when he was talking to his son! That's how lowly regarded this film is. I can only recommend this film to die-hard Rocky fans or to those that want the whole story. Otherwise, I'd say skip this one and get the new one along with the first four films.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Ric Flair & The Four Horsemen; Brand: Ric Flair; Review: The reason I am giving this set a 5 star rating is mostly for the bio! True, Arn Anderson is in character for most of this but quite frankly, there is little difference between his in-ring character and the real man so I didn't get upset about that at all. As for the bio itself, it was great but you can get some negative vibes at times (especially when discussing Ole Anderson, Paul Roma, former WCW Executive Vice President Jim Herd and Eric Bischoff)! I know some fans would've liked to have heard from other former members like Lex Luger, Sting or Ole Anderson but you have to remember something here. Sting currently works for TNA (at the time that I am writing this) so there was no way he was going to be on this project and neither Lex nor Ole are on good terms with WWE. Plus, with the way Ole bashed Ric recently in his own autobiography, I doubt they would've wanted him on the project anyway as a lot of people have grudges against him. Still, I would've rather heard from Ole than ROMA! That guy is VERY DELUSIONAL! Even at near 60, Flair can still work a better match than Paul Roma in his prime! I'll take a 100 year old Flair over Roma any day! You got to hear the comments. This guy is on crack! As it was, the bio was great as they discussed the different groups and how a lot the changes were made more for political reasons rather than good business sense. They also said that some changes were made by non-wrestling officials (which I tend to believe myself). Overall, just a great trip down memory lane. To paraphrase Jim Ross' words, "WITHOUT THE HORSEMEN, THERE WOULD'VE BEEN NO DX, NO DANGEROUS ALLIANCE AND THERE DAMN SURE WOULD'VE BEEN NO NWO!" Get this to see the rise and fall of the "symbol of excellence." MINI-UPDATE: Recently, I read an article in Pro Wrestling Illustrated that WWE 24/7 has re-edited this piece due to their unoffical "DON'T MENTION CHRIS BENOIT" stance. As a result, however, the Brian Pillman part of the Horsemen saga is shortened and the chapters mentioning Steve McMichael, Jeff Jarrett and possibly the big reunion in 1998 in Greenville, SC have been removed! The DVD release, however, has not been recalled or re-edited yet so for those that want the history with no edits, I would DOUBLY RECOMMEND this release! This isn't an endorsement of Chris Benoit so much as it is an endorsement of telling a story and telling it right!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ECW: Extreme Rules; Brand: Sabu; Review: I won't do my usual match by match review because others have already adequetely done it. I will say that Disc 1 is the only reason to get this release because it has the classic ECW. Disk 2 is only worth a look for the following matches: The Dudley Boyz Vs. Tommy Dreamer & The Sandman (ECW One Night Stand 2005) Rob Van Damn Vs. Rey Mysterio (ECW Vs. WWE) Rey Mysterio Vs. Sabu (ECW One Night Stand 2006) Tommy Dreamer, Terry Funk & Beulah Vs. Edge, Lita & Mick Foley (ECW One Night Stand 2006) The rest of the matches from the recent ECW are pretty much weak though I did find some entertainment in Sabu VS. RVD in a ladder match, Flair Vs. The Big Show and RVD Vs. Hardcore Holly where Holly suffered that horrid gash in his upper back! Beyond that, Disc 2 isn't worth much. I'd buy this one for Disc 1. If you want a good ECW package from WWE, I'd recommend ECW Bloodsport.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Superman: Doomsday; Brand: Adam Baldwin; Review: I could only give this production three stars. While not the best animated film in the world, it wasn't the worst either. The fight between Superman and Doomsday was great, I just thought the story lacked some depth. Adam Baldwin was surprisingly good as Superman. Didn't really care for Anne Heche as Lois though. James is good as Lex Luthor but Clancy Brown is definitely better. Overall, I was fairly satisfied but I do agree that it could've been better. The extras were interesting. I particularly liked the look back at the original comic version of this film as well as the sneak peek at Justice League: A New Frontier as they are looking to go old school with it. It will be interesting to see it when it comes out! Back to this product, if you can rent it first before buying to see if you'd want to keep this product. My final verdict: Not great but it doesn't suck either. Just lacks some depth in story telling. But look on the bright side, at least it wasn't Braniac Attacks! On that note, even though it is animated, THIS IS NOT FOR KIDS! I am not Pat Robertson or anything but I definitely would not let child under the age of 13 watch this one. There are parts that are too violent and/or inapropriate for young viewers. Particularly the fight with Superman and Doomsday and some of the interactions between Superman and Lois (which are clean but clearly suggestive in the intimately sexual sense).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Backlash 2007; Brand: Ric Flair; Review: Let's get right to it! The Hardys Vs. Lance Cade & Trevor Murdoch (World Tag Team Championship Match) - This wasn't a great tag team bout but it didn't suck either. Still, it got the crowd into the PPV as the ovation the Hardys received was akin to what rock stars get! Hardys retain the tag gold at this point. Melina Vs. Mickie James (WWE Women's Title Match) - This wasn't the greatest women's bout BUT this is what we should've got at WrestleMania 23 instead of Ashley Vs. Melina as this match was WAY better in comparison! At least neither had to take their clothes off to get attention! True, the current champ Candice Michelle did BUT at least she worked on being a good performer too. I digress, back to the match. These two women had a surprisingly physical bout with one funny spot of them trading punches with each other while both were doing a split! Johnny Nitro and Kenny Dysktra (the current real-life boyfriends of the respective ladies in this match) are two lucky men! Ends with Melina doing the old "Scopion Deathdrop" on Mickie to retain. Chris Benoit Vs. MVP (WWE United States Championship) - This one was a tough one to review. The way I got through it is that Chris Benoit was a murderer but he was also one of the best ever in the ring. Recent news of his brain condition has eased my concious somewhat however so I can view this match a lot easier now though still missing the happiness I once had for his matches. Anyway, back to the match, this match with MVP proves that Chris was not only a great performer but he could make his opponent look great. MVP went toe to toe with his real life trainer (yes, MVP was actually part-trained by Benoit to wrestle in real life). Chris Benoit, like him or not, made MVP look the best he's ever looked both here and at WrestleMania 23 and started him on the run he's on now. As for this match, Benoit actually gets in both his Crippler Crossface and his Sharpshooter but MVP either countered or got to the ropes. He even shocked the fans in Atlanta (ironically, the place that Benoit would end his life along with his wife and son) when he got Benoit to almost tap to a submission hold! Ends when Benoit caught MVP in a basic cradle to retain the U.S. title. Bobby Lashley Vs. Mr. McMahon, Shane McMahon & Umaga (ECW Heavyweight Title Match/3 on 1 Handicap) - Easily the weakest match on the card! They were really urinating on the ECW legacy here! At least now, as I write this, they got two real wrestlers in CM Punk and Johnny Nitro going for the title! Anyway, it ends with Vince McMahon getting the pin after Umaga devestates Lashley with two big splashes from the top rope! The Undertaker Vs. Batista (World Heavyweight Championship/Last Man Standing) - Despite the draw ending, this match was easily the best on the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Incredible Hulk: The Complete Second Season; Brand: Bill Bixby; Review: While all the seasons of The Incredible Hulk had its share of good and great eppys, season 2 was arguably the strongest of all of them with the classics "Married" and "Mystery Man" as well as good episodes like "A Child In Need," "The Antowuk Horror", "Rainbow's End" and "Another Path." Here is what you'll see: Disc 1 Married - One of the legendary episodes from the whole series. Here we see Dr. Banner travel to Hawaii to consult Dr. Carolyn Fields about his condition. The relationship turns from doctor/patient into love but ends in tragedy in this gripping two hour episode! Bonus commentary that was originally featured on this eppy by Kenneth Johnson on the "The Incredible Hulk: Original Television Movie" is also on this release. The Antowuk Horror - After an encounter with The Hulk, a local resident create their own "Hulk" to try to increase the tourist dollars. Ricky - A mentally challenged young man is duped into driving a defective car in a demolition derby. Disc 2 Rainbow's End - Seeing how a special indian compound worked to calm a wild horse, Dr. Banner seeks the remedy for his own terrible condition. He also must prevent the murder of this same horse. A Child In Need - While working as a gardner, David runs across an abused child. While trying to investigate this, he tangles with the child's father. The Hulk dishes his own lesson to the abusive parent. Another Path - While traveling, David meets Li Song, a blind martial artist that suggests his own techniques may be the path to controling The Hulk. Alice In Disco Land - Dr. Banner encounters a child from his past (who is now an adult) with a drinking problem. Killer Instinct - David befriends a football player named Johnny whose own aggression is out of control both on and off the football field. Disc Three Stop The Presses - A young reporter uses questionable means to gain a story on a local restaurant. David goes to stop the story because one of the pictures has a clear shot of him and could expose him! Escape From Los Santos - While traveling west, David is framed as an accomplice with a woman (who is also innocent) for the murder of her own husband! Wildfire - A saboteur tries to stop drilling on an oil site until The Hulk intervenes. A Solitary Place - David goes to Mexico to find solitude in order to avoid changing into his green alter-ego. Unfortunately, trouble finds him as a fellow doctor seeks her own refuge. Like A Brother - A battle between a local preacher and a drug dealer brings The Hulk into the fray! I personally call this one "Hulk In Da Hood!" LOL! Disc Four The Haunted - While working as a moving man, David finds a young woman haunted by a childhood tragedy. Mystery Man, Pt. 1 - In this legendary two-parter, David suffers a bout of amnesia due to a car accident as well as facial burns. His only link to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: New Year's Revolution 2005; Brand: Randy Orton; Review: I have to agree with many of the other reviewers, this RAW-only PPV wasn't great at all! The Elimination Chamber match for the World Heavyweight Title saves the whole card. Let me explain: William Regal/Eugene Vs. Christian/Tyson Tomko (World Tag Team Title Match) - While funny in spots, this match was pretty boring even with the scientifically sound William Regal and the talented Christian involved. Ends when Eugene rolls up Christian for a quick pin (which I think wasn't the original ending but they had to cut it short due to a legit injury to Eugene). Lita Vs. Trish Stratus (WWE Women's Title Match) - Coming off a lost classic on RAW a few weeks prior, high expectations were given this Women's title match but unfortunately fell short due to an early injury to Lita's knee. Trish ended it shortly afterwards with a "chick kick" to the head for another women's championship. Shelton Benjamin Vs. Maven (WWE Intercontinental Title Match) - This wasn't really a match. It was more Maven stalling and talking for most of it. When they finally locked up, Benjamin quickly rolled him up for a fast pin! Maven then challenged him to a rematch right there and was pinned even faster than earlier with Benjamin's T-Bone (Exploder) suplex! Muhammad Hassan Vs. Jerry "The King" Lawler - This stemmed from an attack on RAW on both Jerry Lawler and RAW commentator Jim Ross. Wasn't much of a match other than to get Hassan some heel heat. Hassan wins with a facebuster. Kane Vs. Gene Snitsky - Wasn't much of a match but Kane did his best to carry ol' Gene to a decent performance. Ends when Kane dusts off his version of the tombstone piledriver. HHH Vs. Batista Vs. Edge Vs. Randy Orton Vs. Chris Jericho Vs. Chris Benoit (Elimination Chamber Match) - There have been 5 Elimination Chamber matches. I have seen three of them and this one is at least as good as the first if not better! Everyone gave it their all in this! It starts off with rivals and former partners Jericho and Benoit and it gets better from then on. On a personal note as a fan, let me say that HHH should've lost! I respect "The Game" but he got his a** kicked in this one! "The Canadian Chris'" had him dead to rights after Chris Benoit not only hit him with a flying headbutt from the top of one of the chambers but then he and Jericho put their respective submission holds on him at same time! It should've been "Game Over" for HHH that night! Anyway, spetacular match no matter who you rooted for. Overall, this PPV wasn't great. In fact, it revolved around one match and that was The Elimination Chamber and the match itself lived up to the hype for the most part. I enjoyed HHH, Batista's, Orton's, Jericho's and Edge's efforts in this. After some soul searching (and the recent news), I could give even Chris Benoit his due with a clear conscious for this match as he; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Fantastic Four; Brand: Ioan Gruffudd; Review: The first Fantastic Four film was more of an introduction to the characters and their world (much like the first X-Men film was). This one still follows the same formula BUT has more action and the Silver Surfer character was nice! The only glaring weakness I see is that they should've had Galactus as an actual being and not just a puff of smoke! I personally would've had this one end in a cliffhanger and made a third film with the focus being the FF and the Surfer trying to save the planet from Galactus. I thought the first film was entertaining but in a comedic way rather than an action way. This one is better balanced between comedy and action. Dr. Doom plays a part here as well but something still isn't right with the way Julian McMahon plays him! Jessica Alba has gotten better in her role as Sue Storm-Richards while the man that plays Mr. Fantastic was a little better here too. The other two members were the best things in the first film and they continue that excellence here in the second though The Human Torch DOES get a little meaner and mature towards the end of the film. Overall, I would recommend this for rental or buy. I am not a family man but I think this one is safe for kids too. I heard only 2 or 3 cuss words in the whole thing and the worst part was actually pretty safe when Sue became visible with her clothes OFF again by accident! LOL! It was actually quite hilarious and you didn't see anything of hers other than her face, shoulders and lower legs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 3; Brand: Topher Grace; Review: Spider-Man 3 has been hyped as the best of the trilogy. I have to respectfully disagree. While not bad, it is the WEAKEST of the trilogy. On its own, its a good film but when compared to the first two (especially Spider-Man 2), it falls short. Here is my take: PROS - James Franco's portrayal of Harry Osborn remains strong here. His "New Goblin" is arguably the best villian in this film though he later turns good to help Spidey against The Sandman and Venom. Also, I found this one to be funnier in spots than the first two. Particularly Tobey Maguire's performance as "Bad Peter" when he acquires his black suit. The dance scene in the club was amazing and probably one of the better non-super scenes in the film! I also thought that the Sandman was handled well. The CG's for him were incredible! CONS - Speaking of Maquire, his and Kirsten Dunst's performances were still good but not as strong here. I blame that more in the writing though. Not enough Aunt May or J. Jonah Jameson in this one too. Bottom line here is this, there was too much stuff crammed into one film. In other words, some of this stuff could've easily been held over for a Spider-Man 4 if not for contractual concerns. I personally would've had just the Sandman and the black costume situation here and held Venom for a fourth film. Speaking of Venom, his character development was very rushed in my opinion. Another film could've fleshed him out much better! Overall, this film isn't a waste of money BUT I'd get it at a reduced price. While nowhere near as bad as some other superhero films such as Hulk, Daredevil (theatrical version/not the uncut), Batman & Robin (1997), Superman IV, Spawn and Steel, it falls way short of the first two Spidey films! I enjoyed the two Fantastic Four movies more than I did this one and that's sad! If you are a family oriented viewer however, then its probably the most moral of the 3 films. Not that the other two weren't virtuious but this one seems to make a point about morality without shoving it down your throat. Anyway, I'd get it at a reduced price or part of that 3-pack that comes with the first two movies. Even with this weak offering however, I am glad I was around to see my favorite childhood comic hero come to life in these three films.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Backlash 2004; Brand: Chris Benoit; Review: I won't mince words, let's get down to the nitty gritty: Ric Flair Vs. Sheldon Benjamin - This was one of Sheldon's first foray's into solo competition in 2004 after a successful stint with Charlie Haas as part of "The World's Greatest Tag Team" on Smackdown. As for Ric Flair, what's there to say? He's one of the best of all time and he really helps Sheldon (who is a great athlete and wrestler) look good here. Kudos to both men! Tajiri Vs. The Coach - This was nothing more than a way to introduce Garrison Cade though I have to admit Johnathan Coachman had flashes of brilliance at times against Tajiri. The "Japanese Buzzsaw" was never really used much when he came from Smackdown to RAW but he's his usual great self here. Sadly, this wasn't one of his brighter moments. Worth a look though. Chris Jericho Vs. Trish Stratus/Christian (Cage) - This was rematch of sorts from WrestleMania 20 when Trish and Christian swerved Jericho. While this match could've been a total clusterbomb, these three actually made it halfway entertaining for the home country crowd (all three are from Canada). Jericho gets his revenge on Trish and Christian here. Decent bout. Victoria Vs. Lita (WWE Women's Title Match) - There have been great women's title matches over the years. This is not one of them! Surprising, considering the talent here. Say what you want about Lita but the woman could perform when she wants and was a 1st class entertainer at one time. Same for Victoria and that's why this match was a letdown. The most exciting part was seeing Molly Holly and Gail Kim (now of TNA) crash the party. Worth one look but not worth repeated viewing. Randy Orton Vs. Mick Foley (Cactus Jack) - This was a hardcore match for Randy's Intercontinental Title and what a match it was! Foley (like Flair) is good about putting over new or underpushed talent and was at his best. This bout sort of reminded me of the street fight match that Foley had with HHH at The Royal Rumble 2000. As for Randy, this was one of his biggest bouts during what was (in my view) his hottest streak including his current WWE title reign (as I write this review). He definitely came through here! Kudos to both men here. I will say this, I am no moralist but I would recommend this match only as for adults only! I don't have kids but if I did, I wouldn't let them watch this match because it does get vicious in spots. Anyway, great match! La Resistance Vs. Rosey and Hurricane - Got to be honest, didn't watch much of this one. Don't even know who won! Sorry. Edge Vs. Kane - In Edge's first bout in over a year, he takes on Kane. Not a bad match but I've seen better between these two (particularly WWE Vengeance 2005). Edge wins when he uses his cast on Kane along with a spear. Chris Benoit Vs. Triple H Vs. Shawn Michaels (World; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: The Spectacular Legacy of the American Wrestling Association; Brand: Curt Hennig; Review: Admittedly, I was quite ignorant of the AWA prior to purchasing it. What I knew of it was from about the mid-80's onto its end. I wasn't impressed by it as a young man but now that I've seen a good portion of its history thanks to this release, I have a new appreciation of what that league meant to this industry. My eyes widened at all the stars that were grown there. I knew of Verne Gange, Greg Gange, Curt Hennig, Larry "The Ax" Hennig, Nick Bockwinkle, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, the late Ray "The Crippler" Stevens, Mad Dog Vachon, Baron Von Rashke, The Crusher, Dick The Bruiser and a few others. I didn't know, however, that Dusty Rhodes, the late Dick Murdoch, Wahoo McDaniel, "Superstar" Billy Graham, Ricky Steamboat, Bob Backlund, Wendi Ritcher, Ric Flair and a few others got their main start there. Often forgotten because either the WWE, World Class or the old NWA made them such stars is that the AWA helped The Road Warriors, Shawn Michaels (during his Midnight Rocker days), Scott Hall (prior to his Razor Ramon days), The Fabulous Freebirds, the late "Sensational" Sherri Martel, Madusa Michelli (aka Alundra Blayze from her WWE days), Paul Heyman (Paul E. Dangerously) and others during their historic careers as well! What's sad is that a lot of stars and promotional things that made the AWA such a power during the 70's and early 80's were copied to some extent by Vince McMahon and WWE. Don't get me wrong, Vince made them his own BUT no one is going to convince me that he wasn't at least influenced by the AWA. What's also sad is that if Verne would've just kept up with the times, the AWA MIGHT still be around now! Still, he seems like a good old man. He's one of the few wrestlers I wouldn't mind meeting. I would probably just let him talk because I would love to hear some great stories from him. Nick Bockwinkle and Bobby Hennan would be two others too. Anyway, to concure with The Main Main, this set is worth it for the documentary alone! The extras are pretty good but the bonus matches I found a bit lacking because half of them are only partially shown. Beyond that, I still give this set 5 stars because of the documentary. Highly recommended for any serious pro wrestling fan that wants to learn more about the history of the business! AWA used to claim it was the major leagues of professional wrestling. Well, for several years, it indeed was!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rocky Gift Set VHS; Brand: Sylvester Stallone; Review: I love all the Rocky films as they all, in my opinion, bring something to the table. I'll agree that the original was the best along with the newest one (Rocky Balboa). Rocky II, Rocky III, Rocky IV and V rank in that order in my view. Now, there are virtually no extras with any of the films in this set except for some promos from when the films were originally released. This set has only Rocky's 1-5 as well. Though it may cost more, you are probably better off buying them individually, especially when you consider that the first Rocky now has great extras as well as the recent Rocky. I own this set along with Rocky Balboa but if I had to do this again, I would've bought the 25th Anniversary of Rocky along with Rocky Balboa and would've tried to find the others individually. Most stores sell Rocky 2-5 for about $5 to $10 a piece so overall, you'd probably get more for your money. The films themselves are great. Just wished all of them would've had better extras because I am sure each one had some fun behind the scenes stuff! If you REALLY want the movies, then I'd recommend the new set coming out that has all six or buy this one and try to find Rocky Balboa on its own since some stores carry it now for about $10-$15 dollars. The film series gets 5 stars but the production from MGM gets a 3 star rating from me.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling; Brand: Abdullah the Butcher; Review: I have now watched this piece at least 6 times since I bought it this past Friday and let me say it is worth the money. While it isn't perfect, I am just glad to see some of this old footage as it brings back memories of me watching World Class on ESPN during the mid to late 80's. Yes, ESPN used to air them and AWA at one time. Anyway, back to the product, it was great to see Gary Hart, Skandor Akbar and "Wild" Bill Irwin again and to hear their stories. Its also great to see Kevin Von Eric still around to give us his stories about his dad and brothers. Time has been kind to them but not so kind of the former Fabulous Freebirds, especially Buddy Roberts and "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin! Michael Hayes still looks pretty good and I like hearing his views on World Class as well. I also liked seeing guys that often are forgotten like the late Missing Link, Kamala, The Great Kabuki (kayfabe "father" of former IWGP and NWA Champion The Great Muta), "Iceman" King Parsons, "The Mercenary of Mayhem" Bruiser Brody, Abdulah The Butcher and Gino Hernandez. If I have any problems with this release, I would've liked to have heard from "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. True, he didn't wrestle for World Class (it had changed to USWA by the time he started) but he was trained by "Gentleman" Chris Adams so I would've liked to have heard from him about Chris. I mean, we heard from Mick Foley, HHH and Shawn Michaels so why not Austin? Oh well, you can't have everything. The ending of the promotion wasn't as sad as all the deaths like Gino Hernandez and the Von Eric brothers. David's was particularly sad because it has been said he was next in line to be NWA World Champion in 1984. Mike and Chris' deaths, while sad, weren't totally surprising because (based on what's said on the documentary) there were signs. Kerry's death was almost as shocking as David's in the respect that no one saw that one coming at all! Still, they were tragic no matter how you slice it. This release from WWE wasn't perfect by any means but it still gets 5 stars from me because any acknowledgement of wrestling outside of WWE is always a good sign. Overall, this release gives you a good idea of who World Class was and what they contributed to what we call "sports entertainment." I will also be purchasing "Heroes of World Class" very soon as it has also received high praise. Between the two, you'll almost have a definitive look at this Texas promotion which had great wrestling, colorful personalities and fans whose loyalty and passion for these wrestlers rivaled (in my opinion) those fans who cheered the original ECW during the mid to late 90's! Definitely deserves a place on any wrestling fans wall or someone who likes good documentaries.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: The Ladder Match; Brand: Jeff Hardy; Review: A match that seems simple in concept but has turned into one of the most exciting but brutal bouts that wrestlers can ever participate in. This is a pro-WWE release but it does give a nod to Stampede Wrestling and to World Championship Wrestling. Anyway, here are the matches: Jake Roberts Vs. Big Daddy Ritter (aka the late great Junkyard Dog) - This was for the Stampede Wrestling North American title. No hard bumps, this was mostly an old school brawl. Worth a look just for the historical factor. Bret "Hitman" Hart Vs. Shawn "HBK" Michaels w/Sherri Martel (RIP) - This was for Bret's Intercontinental title. While nothing like the ladder matches Shawn would participate in later, it was a good bout with a few brutal spots. Shawn Michaels Vs. Razor Ramon - This was the ladder "rematch" from WrestleMania X. This time, Shawn was the I-C champion and Razor was the challenger (the roles were reversed in their previous encounter). This one was more fast paced and brutal than their first ladder meeting. A great match. Triple H Vs. The Rock - On a card that saw "Stone Cold" Steve Austin Vs. The Undertaker as the main event, this match for the I-C title stoled the show at SummerSlam '98. HHH was mainly on the receiving end in this while The Rock was just vicious! While both men would go onto greatness, this match really launched The Rock in my view. Definitely a keeper. New Brood (The Hardyz) Vs. Edge & Christian - This match was for $50,000 and the managerial services of Terri Runnels. It set the tone for future ladder/TLC matches. I had never seen this bout until this collection and it was every bit as good as the hype I've heard on it. Edge & Christian Vs. The Hardyz Vs. The Dudleyz - The first TLC match. This is a match I can't begin to describe. You just have to watch. Shannon Moore & Shane Helms Vs. Jamie Noble & Evan Karagis Vs. Kaz Hayashi & Jimmy Yang - This was during the final days of WCW in late 2000. If all you know of these guys is WWE, then you really need to peep this. One thing that the WCW did better than WWE is the cruiserweight division and this ladder match was proof of that! Chris Benoit Vs. Chris Jericho - This was at the Royal Rumble 2001. Both men took some vicious bumps. One in particular was when Benoit dived through the ropes and got hit with a chair by Jericho! Not to mention his head bumped the floor as he landed. Not taking up for Benoit because of his recent actions but matches like this can make the case that he had brain damage look valid! OUCH! Hardyz Vs. Dudleyz Vs. Edge & Christian - This WrestleMania 17 bout was a rematch from SummerSlam 2000 and it was a TLC bout as well. It is still talked about today, particularly the part where Edge speared Jeff Hardy as Jeff was hanging from the hooks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highlander 5; Brand: Adrian Paul; Review: Let me start off by saying that I am a big fan of the Highlander series. I liked the original film (especially in its Uncut form) and the last move called Endgame (in its extended form). I LOVED the TV show (that's what really drew me to the Highlander world)! That being said, it really hurts me to give this film one star but I have to because that's all it deserves! I saw this on Sci-Fi and it nearly put me to sleep. When I went back and looked at it later, I could find nothing redeeming about it! I have underwear that's made of better material than this movie! Let me put it another way. Highlander 2, the original cut with the planet Zeist, was better than this! That's how much The Source sucked! At least H2 had better action, a better villian and had the great Sean Connery as Ramirez to off-set an otherwise terrible film! In the words of David Chappelle, it sucked a**! Unless you must have everything Highlander, avoid this hot mess at all costs!; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: The Chinese Connection VHS; Brand: Bruce Lee; Review: This movie (called Fist Of Fury overseas) was made before Enter The Dragon and, in my opinion, ranks just behind ETD! While all of Bruce's films and fight scenes are legendary, if this one or ETD is on TV, everything stops! LOL! The plot, like ETD, is very basic. Bruce comes back to his martial arts school to find out his teacher was dead! Not only that, he suspects was murdered and goes on a rampage to avenge his death! What's interesting is that even though the film is fiction, the teacher was actually a real life person. That character was recently shown in a film by Jet Li called "Fearless." Back to the movie, what makes this special is Bruce himself. He was electrifying in every scene he was in. While I am still biased to Enter The Dragon, Chinese Connection ranks a close second in my view! Highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highlander The Series - Season 5; Brand: Kevin Conway; Review: I have to agree with the other reviewers, this season was by far the strongest of all of them. Nearly every episode was good, even the weaker ones. We see more of Duncan's past as characters such as Cassandra and Melvin Korin, otherwise known as Kronus (more on him later), reappear in Duncan's life. We see a change in the relationship between Duncan Macleod and Richie Ryan. We find out more about Methos (more on that later too) and we get some new interesting characters! There were two comedy episodes that I just loved. Both involved Adrian Paul and Elizabeth Gracen. While "Dramatic License" was a good one, the duo is even funnier when they have Roger Daltry with them as Hugh Fitzcain in "The Stone Of Scone." Back to Methos and Kronus, they made a huge impact in the Highlander universe when Duncan discovers from his friend/lover Cassandra that Methos was a murderer, rapist, killer, etc. over 5,000 years ago along side Kronus as part of The Four Horsemen in the episodes "Comes A Horsemen" and "Revelations 6:8." Duncan must now stop this band of immortals while deciding whether or not to kill Methos in order to prevent their evil from walking the earth again! Personal Note: I hope I am not the only one that feels this way but those two episodes should've been a feature film! Had it had been, it could've rivaled even the original Highlander as the best film of the franchise! Back to Season 5, the relationship between Duncan and Richie comes to a shocking and tragic end in the final episode called "Archangel." The ramifications are felt throughout Season 6. Overall, this is (in my view) the best season of Highlander! Just for the Horsemen episodes, its worth the money alone and may be the ONLY season I would pay more than $40 for! To quote an earlier reviewer, if you buy only one season of Highlander, this is the one to buy! Highly recommended!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Highlander The Series - Season 6; Brand: Ray Austin; Review: Season 6 of Highlander was easily the weakest of the seasons BUT it does have its moments. Let me say that the first two episodes "Avatar" and "Armaggedon" did not fit the Highlander world at all though I can respect what they were trying to do. Have the immortal scottsman Duncan Macleod face off with the ULTIMATE immortal Arimon (aka Satan to me). As a man who was brought up in a Christian home, that part of me could appreciate what it was trying to do. Have Duncan defeat the ultimate evil but how without using his usual weapons (his military experience, martial arts, his famous dragon-head Katana sword)? As a Highlander fan, it just didn't fit into this world at all. I know its science-fiction but its Sci-Fi that's grounded in reality. This one went more to the left than usual. As for the rest of the season, most of the episodes were average at best though I did like "Unusual Suspects" (a comedy episode with Roger Daltry) and the one where its just Methos and Joe Dawson in an episode. The reason to get this season at all is the final two episodes called "To Be..." and "Or Not To Be". They, at least, let Highlander: The Series end on a high note. Otherwise, its pretty much a "casting call" for female actors for the eventual spin-off Highlander: The Raven. I've never seen it so I won't comment on it but most slam it as bad! Back to this season, it isn't a total waste of money but I wouldn't pay no more than $30 for it! Anything past that is robbery for this season!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble - The Complete Anthology, Vol. 3; Brand: Stone Cold Steve Austin; Review: I bought this along with Volume 4 recently and let me say it was worth the money! D.P. has already done an excellent description of the matches so I'll just highlight the reasons to get this one by the years on this volume. Royal Rumble '98 - The Rumble match itself (which saw one of the first PPV face-offs between "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Rock) and the WWF/WWE title Casket Match between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels where Shawn injures his lower back and was forced to retire until 2002. Also has a pretty good match between Ken Shamrock and The Rock for the I-C belt. Royal Rumble '99 - Mankind Vs. The Rock in an "I Quit" WWF/WWE title match that saw Mick Foley (Mankind) take multiple chair shots from The Rock unprotected! The rest of the Rumble is okay with the worst match being a strap encounter between Sable and Luna Vachon. Royal Rumble 2000 - One of my favorites to watch! A near perfect card and probably the most violent of all the Rumble's during the Attitude Era. Tazz makes his debut from ECW to break the undefeated streak of Kurt Angle. The Hardyz and The Dudley Boyz (Team 3-D) had an amazing Tables match that was one early predecessor to the TLC matches we see today. A three way battle for the I-C title which saw Co-Champs Chris Jericho and Chyna battle each other as well as Hardcore Holly for the belt. That one was okay as well as The APA Vs. The New Age Outlaws for the tag belts. The main reason to get this is the incredible street fight between Cactus Jack and HHH for the WWF/WWE title! While HHH says Hell In The Cell with Mick Foley is what put him over as a wrestler, I feel this match is what brought him respect in my view! The Rumble itself was pretty good on this one too. It saw The Rock win. Royal Rumble 2001 - Two main reasons to get this one is the ladder match between Chris Benoit and Chris Jericho for the I-C belt and the Rumble itself. The Rumble match is memorable for three reasons (at least for me): 1. Kane's near one hour performance - For man his size and stature, that's a feat to go one hour! 2. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin Vs. The Rock - Another face-off between these two legendary performers. 3. Austin winning The Rumble for a third time! To this day, he's still the only 3-time winner of this match! Royal Rumble 2002 - Another favorite Rumble card of mine. Here is how I break it down on this one: Spike Dudley/TAZZ VS. The Dudley Boyz w/Stacy Kiebler (WWF/WWE Tag Team Championship) - Not a great bout but it doesn't suck either! Some very hard hitting spots that are very ECWsqe! Edge Vs. William Regal (WWF/WWE I-C Title Match) - Probably the only stinker on the card. Edge and Regal are actually very good workers but this one wasn't as good their other; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble 2007; Brand: John Cena; Review: This collection takes a look at The Royal Rumble cards from 2003 thru 2007. And, for those that wonder, the footage of the now infamous Chris Benoit is intact. Now, lets get to the cards: Royal Rumble 2003 Big Show Vs. Brock Lesner - A rematch from their Survivor Series 2002 match with the winner getting a slot in The Royal Rumble match later in the card. Not a bad match to start off with. The Dudleyz Vs. Lance Storm/William Regal (World Tag Team Title Match) - A good tag team bout which saw Regal and Storm's dirty tricks backfire as The Dudleyz collect another tag team title. Torrie Wilson Vs. Dawn Marie - The second weakest bout on the card. Thankfully, it was kept short. Triple H w/Ric Flair Vs. Scott Steiner (World Heavyweight Championship Match) - This has to be one of the worst world title bouts ever! I'd stop short of calling it THE worst but its up there! While HHH is a good performer, he has to be in there with someone that compliments his style and Steiner wasn't that guy! It really stunk up the joint! Chris Benoit Vs. Kurt Angle (WWE Title Match) - This, along with the Rumble itself, saves this card! Despite his twisted and evil actions, no one can take away the fact that Chris Benoit (along with Kurt) gave us one of the best WWE title matches ever. No, I am not forgetting what he did to his family but if this is going to be a true anthology, then I am glad WWE had the stones to keep this match on here. History of any kind shouldn't ever be censored to please people. If that were the case then 9/11 would be forgotten and I am sure if someone suggested that, there would be an outrage. Back to the match, it was a classic and for those that think it should've been deleted, I say learn to use your DVD menu or your fast forward button! End of story. The Rumble match itself was pretty good. Pretty well balanced as far as surprises and performances. Royal Rumble 2004 The Dudleyz Vs. Ric Flair/Batista (World Tag Team Title Match) - This was contested under "tables" rules. The Dudleyz was unable to repeat what they did the previous year against the Evolution duo. Okay match but it seemed a bit rushed. Rey Mysterio Vs. Jamie Noble w/Nidia (Cruiserweight Title Match) - Lots of action but something seemed dead about this bout. Ends when Nidia's attempt to help Jamie backfires and gives Mysterio the win. Eddie Guerrero Vs. Chavo Guerrero w/Chavo,Sr. - Okay bout. These two had better matches against each other in the old WCW but this was okay. The real action takes place after the bout as Eddie gives his nephew Chavo and brother Chavo, Sr. a savage beating! Brock Lesner Vs. Hardcore Holly (WWE Title Match) - Weakest match on the card. Not close to the level of Benoit Vs. Angle but no where near the stinker that Steiner Vs. HHH; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Heroes of World Class Wrestling; Brand: Brian Harrison; Review: I just watched this last night. The main documentary is about 2 1/2 hours long but worth every minute to watch! It really explores the glory and downfall of WCCW without all the political influence of the WWE release (which was good despite that). While the production values are low budget and the tone of the video is darker than the WWE version, it still comes off quite well in telling the story of WCCW. Who I was most impressed with was Kevin Von Erich himself. This man has had the proverbial "scars of time" roasted onto him yet he manages to see the positive in nearly everything. Through all that tragedy and the loss of his brothers and father, he manages to stay sane! I found him to be a very inspirational man. Definitely pay close attention to how he deals with all of what he's been through because if he can go through that and still stay strong, none of us have any excuse since most of us have never had to deal with that kind of tragedy. I also liked the interviews with former ring announcer Mark Lawrence, III (who is now a minister), Gary Hart, ring commentator Bill Mercer and others that I remember from that era but can't think of their names at the moment. They provided great insight into the rise and fall of World Class as well as their views on the Von Erich family. My disc came with two DVD's. On Disc 1, it has the main documentary plus nearly 30 minutes of deleted scenes from the film. One of the "deleted scenes" was a match between the late David Von Erich and the late "Freebird" Terry Gordy! The match was only about 2 minutes but it was wild and it does give you a glimpse into the talent of David and why he was being touted as the next NWA World Champion before his untimely death in 1984. Counting this added footage, there is really about 3 hours of footage on Disc 1 alone! Disc 2 is interviews with various people about World Class Championship Wrestling. The main ones of interest are Jim Cornette and Bill Mercer but all the interviews total up 4 hours so you are really getting about 7 hours of footage with this set! There are some things that are done better on this one than on WWE's "Triumph And Tragedy Of World Class Championship Wrestling." The deaths of Bruiser Brody, Gino Hernandez and Chris Adams are covered better here than they were on the WWE release (in fact, neither Brody's nor Adams' deaths are even brought up on their documentary). The Fabulous Freebirds, while given due credit for their part in WCCW's success, aren't as praised on here as in the WWE release (though they certainly weren't slammed in any case). Plus, the death of Fritz Von Erich is discussed in detail here too. To give credit where its due, the WWE's version discusses the end of World Class in more detail than this release does (though "Heroes"; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rush Hour 3; Brand: Julie Depardieu; Review: I own all three Rush Hour films and I have to say that on this one, it is definitely 3rd in the order! That being said, it isn't bad for a third. Certainly better than, say Spider-Man 3! At least this one the story line is consistent and doesn't have multiple angles going on. I won't give anything away but I will say the first 30 minutes (give or take) have the funniest stuff in the film! After that it slows down with a few funny moments but doesn't really pick up on the action until the Eiffel Tower scene. Overall, not a bad movie but I wouldn't pay $19.95 for it. I'd get it either used or at a reduced price. As for how it does against the first two, it is definitely three! Still an entertaining romp if you don't have anything for about 2 hours.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: The Legacy of Stone Cold Steve Austin; Brand: Steve Austin; Review: I just finished watching this set over the weekend and I have to say overall, its worth the money. Here are what I feel are the pros and cons of this release: PROS: You hear from the man himself, Steve Austin. He is quite frank about his career and even mistakes he made along the way including WCW. I also liked his ECW interviews which were a precursor to his "Stone Cold" promos later on. I also liked seeing a lot of matches that haven't been released or only released maybe once such as his bout with Mick Foley from Unforgiven '98 or with The Rock from Backlash '99. My favorites are his bout with Ricky Steamboat in his WCW days and his first encounter with Bret Hart at Survivor Series '96. A match that I feel is just as good if not better than their more known WrestleMania 13 match. CONS: I wish there would've been a section with others talking about Austin. I also wish they would've included other matches past his 2001 encounter with The Rock on here such as his matches with Kurt Angle, his rare one on one encounter with Ric Flair in 2002 prior to him walking out on WWE which was followed by his domestic violence charge over his now ex-wife Debra and his "bout" with Eric Bischoff from No Way Out 2003. Any one of those matches could've took the place of his Survivor Series 2000 bout with Triple H which was an okay bout but edited because of The Radicalz attack on Austin. The Radicalz of course featured the now infamous Chris Benoit. While I respect their legal right to edit footage as they see fit, I personally would've rathered the match been left off if it wasn't going to be shown in its entirety. Overall, its still a good ride and worth your cash, even if the story is only half told.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bruce Lee Ultimate Collection (The Big Boss / Fist of Fury / Way of the Dragon; Brand: Bruce Lee; Review: Back in 1984, I had only heard of Bruce Lee and seen snipets of his films via Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon. In 1993, I saw Enter The Dragon for the first time and was hooked from day one! I used to have these same films on the original Bruce Lee - The Master's Collection but this one is actually better because it comes with the original chinese (cantonese) dialog with english subtitles on his first three films! Plus, many scenes that were originally cut from the American versions of The Big Boss, Fists Of Fury and Way Of The Dragon have been restored, making it almost a brand new film (at least for me). Here are the films you'll get here: THE BIG BOSS (aka Fist Of Fury) - Chang (Bruce Lee) comes to live with family friends in order to stay out of trouble but when he learns that a corrupt business owner of an ice factory is smuggling drugs and has his friends murdered for interfering in his affairs, Chang takes matters into his own hands! The final scene is shown in its entirety, making it much more dramatic and bloodier than the original one that was shown for years in America. FISTS OF FURY (aka The Chinese Connection) - This one has a lot of historical basis to it that I didn't know before. Bruce plays Chen Zhen, a student of real-life martial arts legend Huo Yuanjia (played by Jet Li in the recent film Fearless). After learning that his beloved teacher has died, Bruce discovers that a Japanese headmaster at a rival school was behind it. In honor of Huo, goes on a virtual deathwalk to avenge his beloved sifu (meaning teacher in chinese). The character of Chen, though ficticious, is based on a real student of Huo's named Liu Zhen-Sheng whose life is said to have mirrored the Lee character. WAY OF THE DRAGON (aka Return Of The Dragon) - In this one, Bruce plays Tang Lung. A well meaning country man from Hong Kong who comes to help out a family friend from gangsters who want to take her restaurant. In this one, its the first and only time that Bruce uses two nunchuks in battle and he also faces off on-camera with Bob Wall (his future "opponent" in Enter The Dragon). This, of course, features his famous battle with Chuck Norris. THE GAME OF DEATH - Billy Lo is a top martial arts expert and movie actor who is marked by a syndicate. After an attempt on his life, Billy lets the world think he's dead in order to take down this criminal organization. Made after his death, it is really a cheesy tribute to Bruce. If you've ever seen Bruce Lee: A Warrior's Journey, then you know that the way the film was made isn't even close to what Bruce originally wanted for the movie. The only reason to watch this one is to see his scenes that he did finish for this project. My personal recommendation is to get Bruce Lee: A; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: The Shawn Michaels Story - Heartbreak & Triumph; Brand: Shawn Michaels; Review: I originally bought this as a Christmas present for a fellow female employee who is a big Shawn Michaels fan! I finally bought it for myself a few days ago and I have to say I wasn't dissapointed at all. While I am not a die-hard Christian or Bible thumper, I was raised in a Christian home so I guess some of that still remains with me. I mention this because I was touched by the outside of the ring story of Shawn's. I would recommend this for that type as well because there is a great lesson in falling and redemption here too. Back to the review, this is also a great trip down memory lane for long time fans like me to see Shawn from back in his AWA days. I began watching wrestling in 1985 and I viewed the AWA as weak in those days. The Midnight Rockers was one of the few reasons I watched the AWA back then because they were different from Nick Bockwinkle, "Playboy" Buddy Rose, "Pretty Boy" Doug Sommers, the late Ray "The Crippler" Stevens and others. Nothing against them as they were great performers but I think The Rockers brought a breath of fresh air to that territory. It also visits the break up of The Rockers, his time with the late Sherri Martel, behind the scenes fights with management including Vince McMahon, the infamous "Curtain Call" in Madison Square Garden, the infamous Montreal Screwjob (more on that one), his leaving the WWE due to his back injury, his marriage to former Nitro girl Whisper (Rebecca Hickenbottom), his drug problems, his brief falling out with HHH in 2001, his conversion to Christianity and his return to WWE. For those that either own or seen Bret Hart's WWE release, this gives Shawn's side of the Montreal story. On that, I believe Bret was screwed over. However, I hold Vince more responsible than I do Shawn. Shawn was/is an employee of WWE. He did what he was told to do by his boss. While it was low what he did, I think most people (myself included) would've done what Vince wanted. Ultimately, the buck stops with McMahon. For the record, I do think Bret brought it on himself a bit by not agreeing to job that night BUT what McMahon did was still wrong. Back to this, I think most fans or even a fan of documentaries will be pleased with this. I haven't gotten to all the extras yet but so far, I like it! High recommendation!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Transformers; Brand: Shia LaBeouf; Review: Admittedly, I bought this one used from a local video store and my expectations were low. What got me on-board for this film was the opening when Peter Cullen's voice came behind the words! For those that don't know, Peter was the original voice of Optimus Prime from the old Transformers animated series from the 1980's! I didn't even know he was even still alive but I am glad they got him back to play Optimus! I marked out immediately! Anyway, from that point on, I was into the film. I liked that they kept certain elements of both the comic book and animated series such as the connection to the Whipwicky family (sorry if the name is spelled wrong) and "sparks" (the heartbeats of both the Autobots and Decepticons). Granted, some changes were made but not enough to make me hate this film. Overall, I liked this experience! While I am biased towards the other Transformers film (which was animated), this live action one is pretty good! Worth the price new or used.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE Judgment Day 2005; Brand: Kurt Angle; Review: I don't say that often about a John Cena match but his bout with JBL here is definitely one of his best! Before I go into that, let's see the rest of the card: MNM Vs. Hardcore Holly/Charlie Haas (WWE Tag Team Championship) - MNM had only recently become champs after a win over the defunct team of Eddie Gurerro (RIP) and Rey Mysterio. The match itself was better than I expected. Great moves by both men but Melina makes the difference for MNM as they retained the belts! The Big Show Vs. Carlito - This is basically a squash job with TBS dominating most of the bout untl the referee gets knocked down. Matt Morgan (who is now with TNA) gets in and does Brock Lesner's old F5 finisher to help Carlito get the win. Paul London Vs. Chavo Gurerro (WWE Cruiserweight Title Match) - Great bout! A little short but excellent moves by both men. Ends when London hits his 450 splash. I should note that this was his second attempt at the move as an earlier attempt saw Chavo drive both knees into his guts! OUCH! Kurt Angle Vs. Booker T. - These two have had great matches in the past. While this one was a good bout, I felt the "stalker" angle really took away from this! Angle doesn't need gimicks like that and whoever thought this was a good idea needed to be shot! Not that Sharmell isn't hot (I personally think so) but Kurt has a hot wife, why would he want Booker's!? Anyway, if you can ignore that terrible angle, this actually was a good bout! Ends with Sharmell gets her revenge on Kurt with a vicious kick! Orlando Jordan Vs. Heidenreich (WWE U.S. Title Match) - Worst match on the card! Neither man is/was even a 3 star wrestler! Orlando had to be one of the worst U.S. Champions ever! He had a great body but that's it! I know he's not looked upon fondly these days but thank goodness Chris Benoit got the belt off of him a few months later! Back to this, its worth one view (if that). Eddie Gurerro (RIP) Vs. Rey Mysterio - This match was much better than their previous WrestleMania 21 encounter. It was longer and it had better psychology in it. After Rey wins, Eddie beats the holly crap about of him and leaves the arena speechless! John Cena Vs. JBL (WWE Title Match/I Quit Rules) - As I said at the outset, I am not a big fan of John Cena but as another reviewer (D.P.) has pointed out many times, Cena does his best work when the rules are thrown out! Plus, for those that say Cena isn't hardcore, they need to take a look at this match! Both men use weapons and Cena bleeds like a stuck pig! Think Great Muta Vs. Hiro Hase from 1992 in Japan or Undertaker Vs. Brock Lesner in Hell In The Cell in 2002 to get an idea of what kind of bleeding I am talking about!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ninja Scroll VHS; Brand: Kichi Yamadera; Review: I viewed this back during my college days in the mid-90's and let me say that this is one of the crowning achievements in japanamation! The story centers on a masterless samari named Jubei who is (more or less) forced into service by Dakuwon, an agent of the Tokengowa goverment of Japan. Along the way, they battle the 8 Devils of Kimone, led by Jubei's old enemy Himiro Gemma and gain an ally in Kegero. A ninja woman who is blessed with an immunity to poisons but cursed because she can't enjoy any physical intimacy with anyone without killing them. Together, the three must prevent the 8 Devils and their masters, The Shogun Of The Dark from overtaking the government of Japan via a civil war. Great action, great animation and a lot of plot twists along the way to the firey conclusion at the end. Great viewing but IT IS FOR ADULTS! In other words parents, DO NOT BUY THIS FOR YOUR KIDS!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Universal Soldier; Brand: Jean-Claude Van Damme; Review: Looking at it now, the film was pretty corny but it still is a scary thought! Not to get political but don't think someone in Washington, DC hasn't thought about doing what they did in this film! Back to the movie, it stars Jean Claude Van Damne and Dolph Lungren. For me, Dolph made this movie more than Van Damne! I actually found his character funny as well as sinister. Van Damne's character was definitely a straight shooter here. Overall, it has good action, a few cheesy moments but also a few memorable catch phrases (some of which I can't repeat here). It isn't the best movie for either action actor but its okay overall.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: WrestleMania XXIV; Brand: John Cena; Review: UPDATE 2/10/09: I recently ordered the Blu-Ray version of this card and let me say as great as it looked on regular DVD, it is BEAUTIFUL on Blu-Ray! If you have a Blu-Ray player or a machine that can play Blu-Ray discs, then its worth it plus its more convenient as you have one disc for the card and one for the Hall Of Fame show! The review below was mainly on the original 3 disc set: For me, when I bought this set (which also came with the McMahon DVD as well that came out two years ago), I bought it mainly for Michaels Vs. Flair but I've looked at the whole card and here is my opinion: JBL Vs. Finlay (Belfast Brawl) - Kind of a weak opener considering that both men are very good brawling wrestlers! JBL comes out on top in this one. Chris Jericho Vs. Shelton Benjammin Vs. John Morrison Vs. Carlito Vs. MVP Vs. C.M. Punk Vs. Mr. Kennedy (Money In The Bank Ladder Match) - Too many high spots to call but I will say this, a couple of them had me cringing in pain, particularly Shelton's fall on the ladder and Morrison's fall on his b*lls from the near top of the ladder onto the top rope! To Morrison, I have one word for you: ICE and plenty of it! We also see a surprise appearance from Matt Hardy as he prevents MVP from winning the match with a "Twist Of Fate" from the ladder. Ends when C.M. Punk ties up Chris Jericho's legs on the ladder and claims the briefcase for himself. Batista Vs. Umaga (Smackdown Vs. RAW) - Not a great match BUT I've seen a lot worse too. Worth a look or two. Ends when Batista gets in his "Batista Bomb" on Umaga, which he nearly botches but manages to correct it in mid-drop to keep Umaga from falling on his head or worse! Chavo Guerrero Vs. Kane (ECW Championsip Match) - Two words: 12 seconds! Shawn Michaels Vs. Ric Flair (Career Threatening Match) - The main reason I purchased this set. Even knowing what was going to happen and what did happen afterwards, I found myself nearly in tears again just like the night they held the in-ring tribute on RAW the next night! As for the match, I wouldn't rate it a 10 BUT it was no lower than an 8. Had this had been Michaels Vs. Ric Flair of the 1980's, then this would've been a 10 without question! As it was, its even more impressive that Flair (at around 60) could still put on a good match. No real words I can write will give this match justice. All I can say is see it and if you are really the sensative type, break out the tissues! It's that emotional! Maria & Ashley Vs. Melina & Beth Phoenix (Playboy Bunny Lumberjack Match) - Not really worth watching except for the end when Snoop Doggy Dog did a surprisingly good clothsline on Santino Marrello as he was taunting; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WCW: SuperBrawl VIII VHS; Brand: Hulk Hogan; Review: Coming on two months after the disaster known as Starrcade '97, WCW (for once) got down to business and actually put on a great card here! Let's get to it: Booker T. Vs. Rick Martel (WCW World TV Title Match) - The winner of this match would have to face Perry Saturn immediately afterwards! Booker was just beginning his solo career here and he had a great match with the former "Model" and AWA Champion! Booker wins but is immediately jumped by Saturn! Booker T. Vs. Perry Saturn (WCW TV Title Match) - This match was more of a showcase of Saturn but it also showed the courage of Booker (which we would see again during his famous Best Of 7 Series with Chris Benoit later that year). Despite being spent from his bout with Martel, Booker somehow pulled out a win at the end with one of his patended sidekicks. I would dare say Booker's performances in both bouts nearly stoled the show here! With due respect to Dean Malenko Vs. Eddie Guerrero at Starrcade, I wish THIS could've been the opener there! Anyway, a spetacular opening to Superbrawl! Disco Inferno Vs. La Parka - After such a strong opening, we needed a little comedy relief and that's what we got here with D.I. and "The Chair-man Of WCW." Ends when D.I. hits his "Chartbuster" (Stone Cold Stunner) on La Parka for the win. Bill Goldberg Vs. Brad Armstrong - One of Goldberg's early appearances and it was very impressive as this was pretty much a squash on Armstrong. Too bad he didn't get more training. Goldberg could've been one of the best ever and this match shows glimpses of the potential in-ring greatness he could've had. Granted, he had a great career anyway but it could've been so much better! Chris Jericho Vs. Juventud Guerrera (WCW Cruiserweight Title Vs. Mask) - Jericho's WCW Cruiserweight belt was on the line Vs. Juventud's mask. After some great back and forth action both in the air and on the mat, Jericho finally took the match with his "Liontamer" (Walls Of Jericho) boston crab for the submission. Juvi then unmasked and has (more or less) wrestled unmasked since. The British Bulldog Vs. Steve McMichael - The late Davey Boy Smith was a great wrestler who could put on a good to great match with nearly anyone. Steve McMichael WASN'T one of those guys! Very slow and ends with a legit injury to McMichael. Chris Benoit Vs. Diamond Dallas Page (WCW U.S. Title Match) - Long before his death and infamous status, Chris Benoit was a highly regarded and very popular technical wrestler that could have a good to great match with nearly anyone. DDP was another that benefitted from meeting the then "Crippler" as they had a very good title match. DDP wins after slipping in his "Diamond Cutter" on Benoit. I find the ending a bit ironic since Randy Orton defeated Benoit in a similiar fashion as SummerSlam 2004! LOL! Lex Luger Vs. Randy Savage (No DQ Match) - Very dull bout and; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hitman Hart: Wrestling with Shadows VHS; Brand: Bret Hart; Review: Besides the tragic death of Owen Hart and the recent Chris Benoit murder/suicide, this video shows the darkest period in the career of Bret "Hitman" Hart and in wrestling as a whole. Up until that, we get a great look at the behind the scenes workings of the business and of some of the wrestlers! As the film goes on, we get to see that something is wrong in the relationship between Bret Hart and Vince McMahon which leads up to the big "Montreal Screwjob" in November 1997. Even Bret's wife at the time accussed HHH and Shawn of being in on it (which we now know they were)! Personal note, I think both parties were wrong. Bret, knowing he was leaving, should've jobbed the title. However, if Vince told him that it was going to be a Double DQ, then that's how it should've went down. He could've did an angle where Bret gets stripped right after the match due to his conduct in the match or something. I am no booker but I would've left the Double DQ intact, then either do the strip angle or have Bret do an angle where he pretty much says "screw WWF" and drops the belt at McMahon's feet and leaves! From there, I would've vacated the title and did the Royal Rumble thing were the winner gets the title shot and make the Casket Match with Undertaker and Shawn Michaels where the winner of that would be in the title match at WrestleMania as well! Back to this video, its worth a look. No matter whether you love or hate Vince McMahon or Bret Hart, this was definitely one of the darkest periods of wrestling ever. Both sides suffered on this one. Obviously Bret moreso than Vince but neither left this story unscathed. See it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WCW The Great American Bash 1996 VHS; Brand: ; Review: While WCW isn't remembered very fondly, it did have its moments. This edition of the Great American Bash was one of them! It sure as heck beats anything that the WWE versions of the event has done! Anyway, let's get to it: The Steiners vs. Fire & Ice (Scott Norton/Ice Train) - The Steiners were one of the best tag teams of all time! The team of Fire & Ice, had they remained together, could've been similiar to The Road Warriors only bigger and with some better wrestling skills though certainly not the level of a Bret Hart, Kurt Angle, Chris Benoit or Eddie Guerrero. The match was surprisingly dominated by F & I until near the end. Ends with Scott Steiner (back when he had black hair in a mullett fashion) doing a poorly done Frankensteiner on Scott Norton for the win. The match, otherwise, was good. Konnan vs. El Gato (WCW U.S. Title Match) - El Gato was actually former AWA wrestler Pat Tanaka who was also known as one half of the Orient Express during his WWE in the early '90's. This match with Konnan was okay but it does feature one stiff moment when Konnan did a sunset flip to the outside on Gato, basically powerbombing him on the floor from the apron! Konan retains the U.S. title here. Diamond Dallas Page vs. Marcus Bagwell (Lord Of The Ring Match) - This bout was for DDP's Battlebowl ring. Not great but not bad. Bagwell was not yet "Buff" Bagwell that we came to know later but he did show some flashes of it here. Decent bout that ends with DDP planting Bagwell with his "Diamond Cutter." Dean Malenko vs. Rey Misterio Jr. (WCW Cruiserweight Title Match) - One of the best Cruiserweight bouts ever, including some of the matches that WWE has done with that same belt! No words can describe this one....SEE IT! John Tenta vs. Big Bubba - Worst match on the card without question. Still, may both men rest in peace! Chris Benoit vs. Kevin Sullivan - The beginning of both the on and off camera feud between Chris Benoit and Kevin Sullivan! This one's another you have to see to believe! Ends when Benoit executes a superplex off of a table from the top rope! Such a shame that such a great talent like Benoit had to end life like he did! To his wife and son that he killed, RIP. To him, I can't say it in good conscious but I won't do the whole wishing he'd burn in the other place because that's not right either. His fate I will leave to God. Still, such a shame when you see a match like this. Sting vs. Lord Steven Regal - Surprisingly entertaining match. I thought their styles would clash but it actually turned out good! Sting wins with his Scorpion Deathlock! Kevin Greene & Steve "Mongo" McMichael vs. Ric Flair and Arn Anderson - Surprisingly entertaining as well. Granted, it was carried mostly by Flair and Anderson but McMichael and (especially) Greene; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2; Brand: Rosemary Harris; Review: Let me say right off the bat that Spider-Man 2 was a great film the way it was! While Spider-Man 2.1 didn't damage its original predecessor, it didn't add much to it either. Of the new scenes, the only ones that were significant in my view is where Mary Jane Watson discusses her impending marriage to John Jameson with a girlfriend and the added footage of the fights between Spidey and Dr. Octopus, especially on the train! The others were okay BUT weren't really missed. Overall, I still enjoy the new version nonetheless. Worth the money but I'd find it at a lower price than what's there right now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Justice League Unlimited: Seasons 1-2; Brand: ; Review: When the original Justice League series ended, Hawkgirl was out of the group and the remaining members vowed to rebuild their organization. BOY, did they ever as virtually every character in the DC Universe makes an appearance during these final two seasons. The episodes have already been covered by other reviews so I'll just go into the highlights of both seasons of JLU. Season 1: *The Cabnus angle and how Lex Luthor was manipulating things behinds the scenes. *Seeing The Flash get busy and actually step up and be a real hero in one of the final episodes of Season 1. *The Once & Future Thing, Pts. 1 & 2 - New revelations that will change things for 3 JLU members. *New revelations about the future Batman, Terry McGuinus which should've been the finale for Batman Beyond but I am glad its here on JLU! Season 2: *The Legion Of Doom makes their appearance. *More revelations about Hawkgirl and Green Lantern *Hawkman (the real one) appears *Supergirl comes into her own and The Legion Of Super Heroes make their first appearance since Superman: The Animated Series. *Darkseid returns for one more fight with Superman and the JLU Overall, a good collection to add to your DVD's! As usual, has something for kids but sophisticated enough for adults.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble - The Complete Anthology, Vol. 1; Brand: Hulk Hogan; Review: Since 1988, The Royal Rumble has been the second only to WrestleMania as the most important card on the WWE calender. Here is the beginning of that traditon: Royal Rumble 1988 Ricky Steamboat Vs. "Ravishing" Rick Rude (RIP) - A good opener but not the best of either man. Steamboat wins this one on a disqualification. Leilani Kai/Judy Martin Vs. The Jumping Bomb Angels - Great women's tag team bout for its era! It was contested under 2 out of 3 falls for the now defunct WWF/WWE Women's Tag Team Titles with the JBA's taking the win! The Royal Rumble Match - This one was only 20 men for this edition with Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Tito Santana starting the match. It was ultimately won by "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. The Young Stallions Vs. The Islanders - This tag contest was also 2 out of 3 falls with future Umaga along with Haku winning the match in two straight falls. This one also features the late Dino Bravo's bid to break the world bench press record and the contract signing of then WWE Champion Hulk Hogan against the late Andre The Giant for a match in February 1988. This one's a must see for historical reasons if nothing else. Royal Rumble 1989 The number for this RR went up to 30 men and has remained that way ever since. It also had a decent undercard: "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan & The Hart Foundation Vs. The Rogeuos Brothers & Dino Bravo (2 out of 3 Falls) - This was a good opener which ends when Duggan slugs Bravo from behind with his 2 X 4 during the 3rd fall. "Ravishing" Rick Rude/The Ultimate Warrior engaged in a "Super" posedown. Personal opinion is that Warrior had the bigger and better body overall but Rude had him beat on abs! LOL! Anyway, it turns into a set up as Rude attacks him after the match which sets up their 6 month long feud. Rockin' Robin Vs. Judy Martin (WWE Women's Title Match) - Can you say awful?! Judy Martin is another ladies legend in wrestling but Rockin' Robin makes some of the divas of today look like 5 star wrestlers! The best part of the match was at the beginning when "Sentational" Sherri Martel (RIP) challenged the winner of the bout. Anyway, Robin takes this one and retains her championship. Harley Race Vs. Haku (Battle For The Crown) - This one was a slow but decent bout. I wouldn't call it five stars but it did feature one of the stiffest kicks I've ever seen when Haku kicked Race in the face! OUCH! How did Race get up from that afterwards?! I would've still been laying in the ring! The Royal Rumble match this year featured the then WWE Tag Team Champions Demolition facing each other as numbers 1 and 2! From there, we get interesting action and the foreshadowing of The Megapowers (Hulk Hogan/Randy Savage) exploding in the coming months! By the way, this one was won by the late Big John Studd! Royal Rumble; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Great American Bash 89:Glory Days VHS; Brand: NWA Wrestling; Review: Before the WCW era, the NWA (on a business level) was failing. In the ring, however, the action was as good or better than what was going on in the WWF/WWE at that time in 1989! While I am not sure this vintage card is worth $[...], it is worth getting your hands on! I will warn that while every match is on the tape, some of them are edited! I will mark the edited matches with a star. *King Of The Mountain Battle Royal - This was a two ring affair and the two rings would come into play several times during this card. This featured a young Ron Simmons, Sid Vicious, Dan Spivey, The Steiner Brothers, the late Brian Pillman, "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, the late "Freebird" Terry Gordy and others. Ends when manager Teddy Long declares a draw between Dan Spivey and Sid Vicious when they are the last two in the ring! *Brian Pillman Vs. "Wild" Bill Irwin - Not much here except more of a display of Pillman's high flying skills. Ends when Pillman performs a flying bodypress on Irwin.....from the other ring! *The Dynamic Dudes Vs. The Skyscrapers - Basically a one-sided whoopin' of Shane Douglas and Johnny Ace as Sid and Danny pretty much handed them their a**es! Ends with a very sloppy powerbomb from Spivey on Ace. *Jim Cornette Vs. Paul E. Dangerously (Tuxedo Match) - A prelude to the bra and panties match we saw during the WWE Attitude era, the loser is the one that is totally stripped of his tuxedo. Cornette wins after Dangerously's powder trick backfires on him! The Steiners Vs. Kevin Sullivan/Mike Rotunda (Texas Tornado Match) - This was LONG before Scott Steiner became "Big Poppa Pump." A wild affair that was very ECW like. Ends when both Steiners pinned Sullivan! Sting Vs. The Great Muta (NWA World TV Title Match) - An amazing bout which saw Muta in trouble for the first time since he arrived in the NWA at that time! A double pin at the end (though Sting's shoulders were clearly off the mat before 3) causes the match to end in a draw and the NWA TV title to be held up. Lex Luger Vs. Ricky Steamboat (NWA United States Title Match) - This was originally scheduled to be "No DQ" bout but Luger demanded that the stipulation be removed or Steamboat wouldn't get a shot (another "brilliant" WCW angle/since when does a champion dictate a stipulation before a match?)! Steamboat agreed and pretty much carried Luger to one of his better matches. Ends when Steamboat is DQ'ed for using a steel chair on Luger after Luger introduced it into the match. The Midnight Express, The Road Warriors & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams Vs. The Fabulous Freebirds & The Samoan Swat Team (WarGames Match) - While not as brutal as the original WarGames, it may have been the most athletic of the bunch as these big men were doing some amazing things, especially The Road Warriors! Ends when the late Road Warrior Hawk makes "Freebird"; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Incredible Hulk: The Complete Fourth Season; Brand: Bill Bixby; Review: I just bought this season just because Season 3 was out! I am glad I did because this one had some of my favorite episodes from that show. It still had much of the Kenneth Johnson formula but now, we see a little more sci-fi in this one plus we get an unintentional nod to the comic book with the Hulk facing off with the military in Prometheus! Here are the episodes (not in order necessarily but they are on this set): Prometheus, Pts. 1 & 2 - While in the woods in Utah, Dr. David Banner runs into a blind woman and helps her cope with her handicap. Meanwhile, a meteor crashes to earth that interferes with Banner's metamorphisis into the Hulk, leaving him between his human form and his monster form! He is captured by a military outfit called "Prometheus" and what we get is one great episode! The First, Pts. 1 & 2 - While investigating a scientist who he thinks may have the cure for his problem, Banner runs into his old assistant and learns that he used to be a creature similiar to The Hulk. Unlike Banner, however, this man wants to be the creature again no matter what and gets his wish with unintentional help from Dr. Banner! Now, the good doctor must risk his own chance to be cured to stop this evil Hulk! Freefall - A corrupt politician tries to kill Banner while he's parachuting from 12,000 feet! Deep Shock - After saving a man from electrocution (as The Hulk), Banner discovers that he has temporarily gained ESP. The Harder They Fall - A car accident leaves Banner paralyzed from the chest down! Banner has to resist the temptation to become The Hulk on purpose in order to heal himself and stop a friend from making a big mistake. Dark Side - In an attempt to try to control The Hulk's primal rages, Banner's experiment backfires and he becomes a remorsless character who wants The Hulk to wreak havoc! For the first time, The Hulk is capable of murder! Rather scary episode! Bring Me The Head Of The Hulk - A mercenary wants to kill The Hulk for his own ends but the creature gets help from an unlikely source. Half Nelson - A rather silly episode that has its comedic moments. Goodbye Eddie Cain - Interesting episode which sees the Hulk through the eyes of a private eye named Eddie Cain. King Of The Beach - Lou Ferrigno, in his first speaking role, plays a bodybuilder who decides to do a competition to raise money for his restaurant. Unfortunately, "King" (the long time champion) has other ideas and Banner (along with his alter ego) must stop it. East Winds - A troubled cop tries to help a long time love as Banner is caught in a dispute over smuggled gold. Interview With The Hulk - A fallen science reporter poses as Jack McGee and talks with Dr. Banner about his life as the Hulk. Looking for a story at first, he has a; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WCW: Halloween Havoc '89 VHS; Brand: ; Review: I have said this many times before but this is when WCW was at its best under the NWA name. While it was failing financially, the action in the ring was first rate! I saw and still have this event from the original PPV so many of my memories come from that rather than the official video (which I guarantee you is edited down to fit a 3 hour card into 2 hours). Here are the matches: Tom "Z-Man" Zenk vs. Mike Rotundo - Not a good bout, just average. I will say that the crowd in Philadelphia was much like the crowd you would've saw in the ECW area in the mid to late 90's (minus the bad language) as they royally booed Zenk and cheered Rotundo even though Rotundo was the heel! Ends when Zenk reverses a flying bodypress on Rotundo after getting his tail kicked for almost the whole match! "Dr. Death" Steve Williams & Midnight Express vs. Samoan Swat Team & Samoan Savage - A great six-man tag as all six men put in a great effort and had the crowd going! Ends when "Sweet" Stan Lane accidentally runs into manager Jim Cornette's tennis racket! Tommy Rich vs. Cuban Assassian - Much like the first match, nothing special. Just a filler to calm down the crowd. NWA Tag Team Champions Fabulous Freebirds vs. Dynamic Dudes - The team of Shane Douglas and Johnny Ace challenged Michael "P.S." Hayes and "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin for the NWA World Tag Team Titles (back when holding an NWA title actually meant something)! The biggest surprise in this bout was that The Freebirds, though the villians, were wildly cheered while the Dudes were booed out of the building! Ends when Michael Hayes stops The Dudes from doing their double-slingshot back suplex and Garvin reverses it into a pin! Steiner Brothers vs. Doom - A good tag team match as we see the first appearance of Butch Reed and Ron Simmons as DOOM. I should also note that they wore masks at this point and that Woman (the late Nancy Benoit) was their manager. The match was very hard hitting and exciting! You have to see this if for no other reason than to see Scott Steiner in his prime! If all you know of him is "Big Poppa Pump" then I would DOUBLY recommend seeing this! Anyway, it ends when Butch Reed (I think) puts a foreign object in his mask to headbutt Rick Steiner, knocking him out for the pin! United States Champion Lex Luger vs. Brian Pillman - This was for the U.S. title and I will note that this was another match where the hero (Pillman) was booed while the villian (Luger) was wildly cheered. In this one though, you would've thought Pillman was the veteran as he pretty much carried Luger in this match! Ends when a miscue on Brian's part allows Luger to get the pin. This is pretty much a Pillman show though. This match is also on the "Brian Pillman: Loose Cannon" DVD from WWE that's; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Nature Boy Ric Flair: The Definitive Collection; Brand: Ric Flair; Review: I just bought this release yesterday and let me say that it gets four stars because of the documentary, the stories section, tribute video and for showing the RAW tribute segment in its entirety! Now, let's break this one down: Disc 1 features a near 2 hour documentary on Ric Flair with comments from former NWA announcer David Crockett, Harley Race, Kevin Von Erich, Dusty Rhodes, Tully Blanchard, Barry Windham, Arn Anderson, JJ Dillon and others. It covers his beginnings from his early life, the AWA, the Mid-Atlantic area (including that near fatal plane crash), his days at NWA champion, The Four Horsemen, his feuds with Dusty Rhodes, Rick Steamboat and Sting, his time in WWF/WWE, his problems in WCW, his WWE return (including Evolution, his Wrestlemania X-8 bout with The Undertaker and his final days as a wrestler). Disc 1 also features some short stories from the man himself and a tribute video to Flair. Disc 2 and 3 are just matches and promos. Let's go into Disc 2 for a bit: Vs. Jack Brisco - Flair was in his first run as NWA champion as he took on former NWA champion Jack Brisco in a mostly scientific match. This wasn't for the title by the way, it was more of an impromptu match. Vs. Kerry Von Erich (NWA World Title match/2 out of 3 falls) - If all you know of Kerry Von Erich is the "Texas Tornado" or just a member of the tragic Von Erich family, you really need to see this! I personally think he was better here than the day he won the title from Flair in 1984! This one felt like a war! This match also led to the infamous cage match that began the epic Von Erich/Freebird story. Vs. Harley Race (NWA World Title Match) - This was notable because it happened on television and it was rare for a title match to be on TV. It gives you a glimpse of what was to come at Starrcade '83 later that year. Ric Flair, Ole & Arn Anderson Vs. Dusty Rhodes, Magnum T.A. & Manny "Ragin' Bull" Fernandez - This was a wild six man tag that came on the heels of Dusty's injury at the hands of Flair and the Andersons. My problem with this one isn't the match itself, its great! It is because this entry was more appropriate for the Ric Flair & The Four Horsemen release than this set. I kind of felt the same way about Ric Flair's bout with Ricky Morton on the aforementioned set. That bout would've been a great entry on this one. Vs. Sting (Clash Of The Champions) - I originally stated that this match was overused. That was an error on my part as I thought this bout was on Ultimate Ric Flair when in fact it was another Sting/Flair encounter. As for this match, I won't knock much because this match proved why Flair is a legend and this match made Sting a legend in his own right. Vs. Terry Funk (The Great; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tupac - Resurrection; Brand: Tupac Shakur; Review: I just re-watched this last night and let me say, its still just as powerful as it was when I first viewed it. If all you know of Tupac Shakur is his time at Death Row Records, his sexual abuse case and his death under the specator of the East Coast/West Coast thing, then you need to peep this. A lot of people don't know that was actually a trained actor from a very prestigious arts school in Baltimore, MD and not just some thug who got a part in a film because he was a rapper. Don't believe me? Then watch the film as he's shown with classmates such as Jada Pinkett-Smith (that's right, Will Smith's wife) and other stars that are big now. They also show him with established stars such as Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert from A Different World), Mickie Rourke and even Madonna in her younger days. Admittedly, I wasn't a huge 2PAC fan as I felt he was a bit overrated as a rapper (though he was FAR better than the crowd that we got now, especially Kanye West)! He was, however, an intelligent and (when he wanted to be) very articulate man. Not a bad actor either. That makes this even more tragic. Just my opinion but he, in part, brought about his own death. While I have no doubt he was set up, a lot of choices he made towards the end of his life contributed to his early demise in my view. Anyway, its probably the most comprehensive look at this guy that you will ever see in my opinion. This one gets high marks from me!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWF: SummerSlam VHS; Brand: The Rock; Review: For the first time in about 10 years, I ordered a wrestling PPV. For the most part, I don't feel I wasted my money. Here is my view on the card: Jeff Hardy Vs. MVP - Decent opener with some nasty hard shots but I expected better with these two. Ends with MVP getting his "drive-by" kick after a missed Swanton Bomb splash from Jeff Hardy. Kofi Kingston & Mickie James Vs. Santino Marrella & Beth Phoenix (Intergender I-C/Women's Title Match) - Basically, the rules of this match were that whoever got the pinfall or submission would win the titles for their team. Nothing spectacular but it did provide some comedy from Marrella and great athleticism from both James and Kingston. Ends when Beth takes advantage of a distracted Mickie with her double-arm chicken wing slam for the pin and the titles. Shawn Michaels Announcement - Total filler and a total waste of two great talents. I didn't even bother watching this one. Matt Hardy Vs. Mark Henry (ECW Title Match) - This match is proof where ECW ranks in WWE. Only 20 seconds?! Come on, I know Mark Henry isn't that good but damn!? Even he deserved better than this and so does Matt! Ends in a DQ when Hardy has Henry beat for the title but Tony Atlas causes a DQ. Jeff Hardy comes down to even the odds after the match and probably the only exciting part of this match! C.M. Punk Vs. JBL (World Heavyweight Title Match) - I didn't have much hope for this one but near the end it actually got good. There is one nasty sequence where Punk countered JBL's "clothesline from hell" with a side kick but as JBL went down, the back of their heads cracked together, causing a nasty gash on Punk's head! Ouch! Ends with a surprise win for Punk! I am glad to see it for the simple reason he needed a legit win for his title reign. Triple H Vs. The Great Khali (WWE Title Match) - Let me say from the jump that Khali is one of the worst big men ever to wrestle! That being said, I have to give HHH credit for even carrying him to a decent match! Definitely one of the better bouts I've seen Khali in. Ends with an amazing Pedigree on the "Pujabi Nightmare" for the win. John Cena Vs. Batista - This match, which was their first one on one meeting ever in WWE, was very much hyped. I saw some signs during the match that said "Match Of The Year." I don't know what crack they were smoking. I think it could win the category of "Most Anticipated Match Of The Year" but not "MOTY"! That being said, this is another that turned out better than expected. While they used power moves, as expected, they used some wrestling surprisingly, particularly in submissions. Cena with the STFU, Batista with a body-scissors/chokehold and a figure-four leglock (which was an obvious nod to his mentor "Nature Boy" Ric Flair)! Ends when Batista gets; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: The Phoenix Saga; Brand: Cedric Smith; Review: That's the quote The Beast used from Ralph Waldorf Hemerson at the end of this piece that describes it beautifully. The X-Men animated series as a whole was a great achievement in animation and storytelling. While some fussed about certain characters not being on the main team, I think (looking back) they couldn't have pick better characters to be the main X-Men (though I wished Bishop could've been a full time character but oh well). Back to this piece, it is the adaptation of the legendary Phoenix series that took place in the comics that really launched the Jean Grey character in Marvel history. A good side story is the short romance between Ilyandra and Professor Charles Xavier along with appearances from Juggernaut and the first appearances of both Black Tom and his heroic brother The Banchee. Of course, this also shows those aliens from the Shi'ar. While it doesn't follow the comics exactly (some of the characters here such as Rogue, Gambit and Jubilee weren't even created when the original series came out in the late 70's-early 80's), it kept the same spirit of the original stories nonetheless. If you can find it for under $30, I would recommend this piece until one day someone gets some sense and release the series! I was in college when this came out and I still catch it when someone reruns it! Anyway, a great piece of animated history to collect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LIVING SINGLE: S1 (DVD); Brand: Queen Latifah; Review: While I don't know the show by season, I HAVE seen this series and let me say this set will be worth your cash! In my opinion, Queen Latifiah, Kim Coles, Erika Alexander, Kim Fields, John Henton and T.C. Carson created a show that is pretty timeless. If was "Friends" before FRIENDS but better in my view! It not only made you laugh but it made you think about things deeper than that. The only tragedy here is that it doesn't get the press that other black shows like Martin or The Cosby Show gets. Otherwise, there would be more than just this one season out. I hope one day they release all the seasons because otherwise you have to watch TVOne just to see the other episodes since they are starting to show on there. Back to this set, prepare to laugh and think all in one entertaining package!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWF Backlash 2001 VHS; Brand: ; Review: With the appex of WWE's Attitude era winding down after WrestleMania X-7, we now have Backlash 2001. The Rock is off in Hollywood at this point, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin turned heel and has teamed with HHH and was turning WWE on its ear. The Hardy Boyz and Lita were a hot trio as well as Kurt Angle, Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit were beginning to come to the forefront as major players and we were a couple of months away from the "Invasion." This card was one of the best Backlash's ever. Here is the run down: Dudley Boyz w/ Spike vs. X-Pac, Justin Credible, & Albert - At this point, The Dudley Boyz (now Team 3D) were a trio of Bubba Ray, D-Von and Spike Dudley. I can remember they worked very well with X-Pac, Justin Credible and Albert (who were known as X-Factor at this point). Raven Vs. Rhyno (Hardcore Title Match) - A very good ECW style bout! Has one sick scene where Rhyno gets stuck in a shopping cart trying to gore Raven! Ends with Rhyno retaining the title. Chris Jericho Vs. William Regal - One half the "Canadian Chris'" took on then-WWE Commissioner William Regal on one of the most ridiculous concept matches I've ever seen! I didn't even watch it all the way through! I only know that Regal won by screwjob. Kurt Angle Vs. Chris Benoit (30 Minute Ultimate Submission Match) - Recent events aside, this is still one of my favorite bouts to watch and its actually my favorite Benoit Vs. Angle encounter. Lots of submissions and holds used here. We even see Angle and Benoit use the other's signature moves (anklelock, crossface) to get submissions. Ends when Benoit gets the final fall in overtime by countering a mat version of abdominal stretch by Angle into the crossface for the tapout. Shane McMahon Vs. The Big Show (Falls Count Anywhere) - Standard Shane brawl with weapons. Not boring but nothing that special. Ends when Shane dives off the top of TitanTron onto TBS (with help from Test) with an elbowsmash for the pin. Matt Hardy Vs. Eddie Guerrero Vs. Christian (WWE European Title Match) - Pretty good match but a bit short. This was Matt's first singles title in WWE at that time and I was expecting more of a match than we got. Still was good though. The Undertaker/Kane Vs. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin/HHH (All Titles On The Line) - Basically, it was the WWE World, I-C and Tag Titles up for grabs here. The fans were into this one and it was better than expected. Ends with HHH and Austin winning and becoming tag team champions, making HHH only the second man to be a Grand Slam winner. Overall, not a bad card to get if you can find it for a decent price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Batman: Gotham Knight; Brand: Corey Burton; Review: I saw this feature on Cartoon Network and while I felt it had potential, it didn't live up to it. It didn't totally suck but definitely not as good as it could've been. I didn't mind that it was in anime as I am a fan of that style of animation but the first story definitely sucked! The stories progressively got better as the feature went on with the final story called "Deadshot" being the best of the bunch! I also liked the one with the Scarecrow and I did like how they tied the features together. Overall, not a bad buy but I'd wait to get it for under $10 or something. I wouldn't pay full price for this!; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: The Ultimate Ric Flair Collection; Brand: Ric Flair; Review: The matches and bonuses on this release has already been covered by other reviewers so I'll give you the overview. Released in 2003, this release on Ric Flair is mostly matches along with the promos and events that led up to them. The matches are: Vs. Harley Race - His famous Starrcade '83 cage match where he regained the NWA World Title for the second time. Vs. Dusty Rhodes - His Starrcade '85: The Gathering bout. Highly recommended not only for the match but the promos and events that led up to it! Vs. Ricky Steamboat - You get not one but two of his best matches against Steamboat. The two out of three falls bout from New Orleans and his WrestleWar '89: Music City Showdown match where Flair regained the NWA Title for the sixth time. This also has the match that saw Steamboat return to challenge Flair for the title prior to both of those bouts. Vs. Barry Windham - This match was actually on free TV on the old NWA World Wide Wrestling. Vs. Terry Funk - Their famous "I Quit" match from 1989 in Troy, NY. Vs. Sting - This bout was from 1994 where Flair became the undisputed WCW World Champion. The Royal Rumble 1992 - Flair made history by lasting nearly one hour to win the Rumble match and win the WWF/WWE title in the process. Vs. HHH - Their famous Greenville, SC match from 2003 which also saw Flair get an impromptu celebration after the cameras went off the air. My overall recommendation is to get this along with two other releases. They are Ric Flair & The Four Horsemen as well as Ric Flair: The Definitive Collection. Between those three releases, you will have a great idea of who Ric Flair was and what he was about. I might also recommend Heroes Of World Class & WWE's The Triumph And Tragedy Of World Class Championship Wrestling. Though the latter two are mainly on the Von Erich family, Ric Flair is a big part of their story too. Anyway, on its own, it is still a good piece of history to own of one of the best sports entertainers ever!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gangland: Season 1; Brand: Jay Dobyns; Review: I saw a few episodes when it first started on the HD version of The History Channel. The first episode I ever saw was called "Kings Of New York" and it was on the Latin Kings street gang that originated out of the midwest and spread to New York. The things that I saw in that special I can't print here! As terrifying as it was to me, I couldn't stop watching. I've seen other episodes of this series and it reveals things about gangs that I never knew. If all you think of street gangs is a bunch of hoodlums with no intelligence and are just troublemakers, then I would DOUBLY recommend this series! While this series won't change the world, it'll make you have a better prespective of what these gangs are about. I've seen horror movies that weren't as scary as the things shown here. I will say up front it does contain language and some disturbing scenes so if you are the Bible thumping type or if you get offended easily, then don't watch this series. Kind of sad in a way though since some of the information revealed here could actually save a life! Anyway, great series but not for the weak of heart.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Bad Blood 2004; Brand: Randy Orton; Review: Bad Blood 2004 was a solid card that saw two solid main events plus a good undercard. Let's get to it: La Resistance Vs. Chris Benoit & Edge (World Tag Team Title Match) - This was just a filler to help tease a feud between Benoit and Edge (which did happen in mid-2005) and further the Benoit/Kane storyline. Anyway, the duo was on the verge of winning the tag titles when Kane (who had a World title match with Benoit later in the card and had a situation with Edge at the time) interfered, costing the duo the titles though they did win by DQ. Chris Jericho vs Tyson Tomko - Tomko will not go down as one of the best big men ever though he isn't bad by any means. Jericho made him look like he should've been on the Undertaker's level this night! Even the interference of Trish Stratus (who had a women's title match later) couldn't help Tomko here as Jericho took the match with a running inziguri for the win. Randy Orton Vs. Shelton Benjammin (Intercontinental Title Match) - First great bout of the night as the I-C title is used in the way it should be and that's help elevate future stars! Good back and forth action with hilarious interference attempts by Ric Flair himself! Forgot how it ends but I do know Randy Orton takes this one and retains the I-C strap. Victoria vs Lita vs Trish Stratus vs Gail Kim (WWE Women's Championship Match) - Admittedly, I didn't watch this one but I'll have to one day because this was back when nearly everyone in the women's division could wrestle! I do remember that Trish won this match and took the 5th of her record setting seven Women's titles. Eugene vs Jonathon Coachman - Eugene was really over with the crowd at this point in his career while Coachman just.....SUCKED! LOL! Just kidding as he did what any good heel is supposed to do and that's get on people's nerves. He definitely did that here as Eugene took this one. I do remember laughing a lot during this match too! Chris Benoit Vs. Kane (World Heavyweight Title Match) - While more known now for his murder of his wife Nancy and son Daniel and suicide, Chris Benoit was a great WRESTLING champion. I stress wrestling because he wasn't a great overall character like his former friend, the late (and still loved) Eddie Guerrero or Kurt Angle but in the ring, he was top shelf. If his matches with Kurt Angle, Shawn Michaels, Guerrero and HHH isn't proof of that, this match with Kane certainly was. Not that Kane sucks because he doesn't but Benoit really elevated Kane's game here as he looked the best I've ever seen him in recent years. Ending comes out of the blue but it was one of Kane's best matches and one of Benoit's better title defenses during his one World Title reign. HHH Vs. Shawn Michaels - In this Hell In The Cell match, HHH and Shawn proved you; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWF No Way Out! - In Your House VHS; Brand: ; Review: This was during the height of WWF Attitude in February 2001 and this was a great card. It was actually better than The Royal Rumble that took place a month earlier. Because they were still WWF at this point, I will refer to them as such for this review. Here is what went down: The Big Show Vs. Raven (WWF Hardcore Match) - Nothing spectacular other than to show how dangerous TBS could be in this environment. Other wrestlers make their appearance but Show pretty much dominates this one. Chris Jericho Vs. Chris Benoit Vs. Eddie Guerrero Vs. X-Pac (Fatal Fourway Match for the WWF I-C Title) - WWF/WWE style three ways and four ways can range from okay to suck to pretty good to above average to excellent. I would rank this one in the above average category! Then again, how could it not be with the Stu Hart trained Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit and the now-legend that is Eddie Guerrero. Even X-Pac brought his A-game for this one! I would also say this is one of the more brutal 4 ways I've ever seen with just....wrestling! Benoit even dusted off his old "Dragon Suplex" (Full Nelson Suplex) for this one while Eddie brought back his "brainbuster" for this match! Ends when Jericho gets in a quick pin on X-Pac who had Benoit down for his own pin but couldn't capitalize. Excellent I-C title match! Stephanie McMahon Vs. Trish Stratus - Now, put this into prespective. Stephanie will NEVER be accused of being a great female wrestler. For someone that wasn't watching WWF/WWE at that time, one would look at this and say "Trish will kill Steph!" but keep in mind Trish was a rookie herself and wasn't nearly the performer she became later in 2001 thru 2006. With that in mind, this match turned out better than anticipated! I know I was expecting it to suck! Ends when William Regal's interference backfires in favor of Steph and she gets the pin. This match led to the now infamous "strip down and bark like a dog" incident with Trish and Vince that took place a few weeks after this match. Triple H Vs. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin (Special 2 out of 3 match) - In this one, the falls had special stipulations to them. The first was a regular match, the second was a street fight while the final match (if needed) was to take place in a cage! For those that haven't seen this, this more than made up for their Survivor Series 2000 match! I'll admit, at that time, I expected this one to suck booty even with two of the top guys involved but it ended up great! You really believed that not only would they do anything to win, they would be willing to die themselves to get their hands raised! It goes all three falls by the way. I won't tell you who wins (you probably know already) but its worth the 40 plus minutes to watch! This match is also on the recently released; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Viva La Raza - The Legacy of Eddie Guerrero; Brand: Juventud Guerrera; Review: I have to admit, this new WWE set is probably the best they've put out this year! Very little I could find wrong with it. Here, we get to hear from Dean Malenko, Jim Ross, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair (prior to his leaving WWE), Chris Jericho, Rey Mysterio, Chavo Guerrero and his father Chavo, Sr., The Hardyz, John Cena, Edge, JBL, Jerry Lawler, Michael Cole and of course Eddie's widow Vickie Guerrero. Here are the matches and my view of them. I will say that they rank from okay to excellent! In my opinion, there isn't one sucky match on this release: Disc 1 Vs. 2 Cold Scorpio (ECW World TV Title Match) - In his first bout in the U.S., Eddie takes on the very underrated 2 Cold Scorpio in a back and forth match that sees Eddie win his first major title in America after Scorpio makes the mistake of letting Eddie up when he has him beat! Vs. Dean Malenko (ECW World TV Title Match) - The first of many encounters in both ECW and WCW between these two. This one goes to a time limit draw after several near falls near the end! Vs. Shinjiro Otani (Starrcade '95) - This was part of the WCW Vs. New Japan Best of Seven series for the World Cup. This featured New Japan stars such as Tenzan, Mr. Saito, Jushin "Thunder" Liger, Masa Chono and Kensuki Sasaki (Power Warrior) and WCW stars such as Johnny B. Badd, Chris Benoit, Lex Luger, Sting, "Macho Man" Randy Savage and Guerrero. Of all the bouts, this one was probably the best of the them. I felt that way even back then in 1995 and I still feel that way now. An incredible bout! Vs. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair w/Ms. Elizabeth and Woman (Nancy Benoit)(WCW U.S. Title Match) - This was from WCW Hog Wild in 1996 and saw Eddie take on the legendary Ric Flair for the U.S. belt. While he would fall to Flair here, Guerrero would later win this very title in a tournament beating Diamond Dallas Page in the finals. Back to this match, a very good matchup that saw Guerrero's own finisher (The Frog Splash) actually cost him the match as he hurt his leg on impact! Flair took advantage with his figure four with an assist from the ropes and Woman to get the win! Vs. Chris Jericho (WCW U.S. Title Match) - This was at SuperBrawl '97 and was actually a very good bout but the crowd was very DEAD in this match. Sad because these two were putting on a wrestling clinic but work rate and such wasn't as appreciated in that era as it is now. Guerrero retained by the way. Vs. Rey Mysterio (WCW Cruiserweight Title Match) - This was on WCW Nitro and was a rematch from their legendary Halloween Havoc '97 bout! This one wasn't as good but I can't recall ever seeing a bad match between Guerrero and Mysterio. Guerrero avenges his loss to Rey and regains the Cruiserweight title. Vs. Dean; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wcw: Legends Reunion - Slamboree 93 VHS; Brand: ; Review: This review is really of the actual PPV, which I still have in its original form on VHS. I don't know what the Turner Home Entertainment version has on it. This event was original dedicated to the legends of pro wrestling and had many future stars on here. This is what I remember from memory: 2 Cold Scorpio & Marcus Bagwell Vs. "Beautiful" Bobby Eaton & Chris Benoit - This was 1993 and while Bobby Eaton was nearing the end of his career, the other three in this match were at or not too far from the beginning of theirs. We pretty much know what happened to all of them (particularly Benoit) so no need to rehash. To the match itself, it was a good opener with rivals Scorpio and Benoit starting it off. Nasty ending when 2 Cold attempted a twisting summersault into a legdrop on Benoit but landed a**-first on Benoit's face! Ouch! Talk about a botched spot!? Anyway, it ended after that part. Dick Murdoch, Don Muraco & "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka Vs. Jim Brunzell, Wahoo McDaniel and Blackjack Mulligan - This six man was the first of three matches with legends of the game! Two of which (McDaniel and Murdoch) are no longer with us at the time I write this. Not a good six man but considering their ages at this point, I am amazed they could do what they did do! Ends in a double DQ when it got all out of control! "Thunderbolt" Patterson & Brad Armstrong Vs. Baron Von Rashke & Ivan Koloff - Probably the best of the legends matches as Patterson was comical in some of his moves! Brad, by the way, was a fill in for his father "Bullet" Bob Armstrong who couldn't make it due to an injury. Ends when Patterson got in his pattened double chop to the throat of Rashke for the pin. Nick Bockwinkle Vs. Dory Funk, Jr. - In sort of an AWA Vs. NWA match, Bockwinkle took on the more saner of the Funk Brothers with respective cornermen. Verne Gange for Bockwinkle and the late Gene Kinski for Funk. The match, for the most part, was clean and was mostly wrestling. Ended in a draw. Sting Vs. The Prisoner (Nailz for WWE fans) - Not a good match at all. Pretty much a throw away. By the way, Sting won. "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff & "Ravishing" Rick Rude Vs. Dustin Rhodes & Kensuki Sasaki - Pretty good tag team encounter. A bit sloppy at times but it especially picked up when Rhodes and the late Rick Rude got it on! Ends when Rude gets in his pattened "Rude Awakening" neckbreaker on Sasaki for the pin. The Hollywood Blondes ("Stunning" Steve Austin & the late Brian Pillman) Vs. Ricky Steamboat & "Shane Douglas" (cage match for the WCW/NWA World Tag Team Titles) - I put Shane in quotation marks because it wasn't actually Douglas in that match. It was actually Tom Zenk (I think) playing Douglas due to the fact that Shane was fired prior to this; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Starrcade - The Essential Collection; Brand: -; Review: UPDATE 2/5/09 I just purchased this in my local store and let me say that, for the most part, WWE did a good job. My only wish is that the documentary would've been longer and that they could've gotten people who were actually around back then like Jim Crockett, Jr., Tony Schivone, Vader, Ricky Steamboat and others. I also would've liked to have heard more from guys like Barry Windham, especially on his Starrcade '92 bout with Brian Pillman. On the other hand, it was great to hear from Magnum T.A.! This will probably be the closest we'll ever get to a documentary on him. If you want more on him, I'd recommend getting the Ric Flair & The Four Horsemen DVD set. The most heartening about this whole deal is that the commentary of Jesse "The Body" Ventura is LEFT intact! Finally, WWE got it right on that score! As for the matches, I know these bouts were voted on but there are a few that don't belong on this set and at least two that are missing! I'll explain along the way while I review the lineup: "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan - Contrary to the billing, it wasn't the match of the decade! It wasn't even the match of the night on this particular Starrcade. It is significant because it was Piper and Hogan's first one on one face off on PPV. Beyond that, its not a great match as there were several on this card alone that were better. Even Lex Luger Vs. The Giant that night was better! If you want a good Hogan Vs. Piper bout, get their old 1985 "War To Settle The Score" bout that led to the first WrestleMania! Sting vs. The Great Muta - This one was part of the round robin IronMan tournament. While not as classic as their Great American Bash '89 match, it was still a good bout and does belong on here. Barry Windham / Brian Pillman vs. Ricky Steamboat / Shane Douglas - This one DEFINITELY belongs on here and the main reason I will buy this set! It belongs on anyone's "Best Of" list as far as tag team matches go. This one is a "must see"! Goldberg vs. Kevin Nash - This one was from Starrcade '98 and is only noteworthy because it was Goldberg's first offical loss. The match itself is only okay. It does belong but barely! BattleBowl - Belongs because it was the first one and it happened at Starrcade. Dustin Rhodes vs. Stunning Steve Austin - Good bout and arguably one of the better ones from Starrcade '93. Belongs! Disc 2 Road Warriors vs. Arn Anderson / Tully Blanchard - While a great tag team match and it is worthy to be on this set, I personally would've left this one off since its already available on the Road Warriors' release "The Life And Death Of Wrestling's Most Dominant Tag Team". My personal pick would've been The Midnight Express Vs. The "Original" Midnight Express from Starrcade '88. Rey Mysterio; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Dark Knight Theatrical Release; Brand: ; Review: I remember the night I saw this film for the first time, I left the theater catching my breath because it was a tour de force for the mind! I am not sure if Heath Ledger surpassed Jack Nicholson as The Joker but he at least equaled him in my opinion! Aaron Eckhart's performance as Harvey Dent/Two-Face was definitely an improvement from Tommy Lee Jones' version in "Batman Forever" though to be fair, TLJ had a lousy script to work with! Michael Cane and Morgan Freeman were their usual solid selves as Alfred and Lucus Fox respectively. The only performances that I thought were just okay were Maggie Gylanhal's performance as Rachel Dawes and Christian Bale himself as Bruce Wayne/Batman! I actually thought Bale was better in "Batman Begins" and Katie Holmes was better as Rachel in that film as well. I loved the plot and the way it was just relentless with only a few breaks in the action. The only part that I have a bit of trouble with is the ending. But then again, this is another interpretation of Batman and may not be the Batman we are used to so I will respect what Christopher Nolan has put together. Other than that, I think this is a great blend of action/drama/adventure but I will say that this Batman adventure might not be suitable for young kids. I know if I had children, they'd have to wait to see that one. Now, as for the extras on the two-disc set, I purchased the Blu-Ray version and this is what I found: Disc 1 - The movie itself is on this one. This also has The Dark Knight IMAX scenes that you can watch along with the film or seperately. They are Prologue, Hong Kong, Armored Car Chase, Lamborghini Crash, Prewitt Building and Final Montage. Disc 2 - I am going to break down what's on here: Batman Tech - Originally seen during the Summer of 2008 on The History Channel, this special discusses the weapons and technology that makes Batman the comic legend he is and shows which gagets are actually possible in real life! Batman Unmasked: The Psychology Of The Dark Knight - This was also on The History Channel during the summer and it discusses the psyche of Batman as if he were a real person with both comic writers and psychologists! Batman's enemies such as Two-Face, The Riddler, The Penguin, Catwoman and The Scarecrow are also discussed. Bats' greatest enemy, The Joker, gets his own segment and is discussed as well! Gotham News - Six segments which are done in the style of newscasts and discusses a lot of things not seen in either Batman Begins or The Dark Knight. It also makes things in TDK a lot clearer as these "news segments" take place after B.B. and before TDK. My Blu-Ray experience was crisp and clean! An awesome experience with an awesome movie! The only stories that I ever saw that made me feel like this was the animated feature "Batman Beyond: Return Of The; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hancock (Two-Disc Unrated Edition); Brand: Will Smith; Review: Hancock is a different take on a superhero. He isn't beloved like Superman or Spider-Man in their films nor is he respected like Batman in his. Rather, he's an obnoxious jerk who just happens to have super abilities who only fights crime when he feels like it or when someone really annoys him! To be honest, I like this take because not many of us would be a goody two shoes. Hancock is decidedly more human despite his super human powers. In the end, he learns a lesson in humility and finds that he has more in common with the normal man than originally thought. On the film as a whole, it is rather funny. My favorite part is when he voluntarily goes to jail and many of the inmates that he helped put there confront him. Now, I don't know about you but if someone had super powers and was in jail, I think that's one inmate I'd leave alone! Better yet, if he gave a threat saying "if you don't move, your head is going up his a**", I think that would be a sign of "move b**ch, get out the way" (with apologizes to Ludacris). While the plot isn't overly deep, there is a message there and there is a unforseen twist involving Will Smith's character and co-star Charlize Theron! I won't reveal what it is but its a good one! My aunt got me the blu-ray version of this film and, needless to say, the film looks crisp and clean! I haven't looked at the bonus features yet but I will update this review when I do. On the film itself, its either a love it or leave it situation. You either like it or you don't. I personally did.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hancock; Brand: Will Smith; Review: Hancock is a different take on a superhero. He isn't beloved like Superman or Spider-Man in their films nor is he respected like Batman in his. Rather, he's an obnoxious jerk who just happens to have super abilities who only fights crime when he feels like it or when someone really annoys him! To be honest, I like this take because not many of us would be a goody two shoes. Hancock is decidedly more human despite his super human powers. In the end, he learns a lesson in humility and finds that he has more in common with the normal man than originally thought. On the film as a whole, it is rather funny. My favorite part is when he voluntarily goes to jail and many of the inmates that he helped put there confront him. Now, I don't know about you but if someone had super powers and was in jail, I think that's one inmate I'd leave alone! Better yet, if he gave a threat saying "if you don't move, your head is going up his a**", I think that would be a sign of "move b**ch, get out the way" (with apologizes to Ludacris). While the plot isn't overly deep, there is a message there and there is a unforseen twist involving Will Smith's character and co-star Charlize Theron! I won't reveal what it is but its a good one! My aunt got me the blu-ray version of this film and, needless to say, the film looks crisp and clean! I haven't looked at the bonus features yet but I will update this review when I do. On the film itself, its either a love it or leave it situation. You either like it or you don't. I personally did.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Mummy; Brand: Brendan Fraser; Review: I just finished viewing this one and while it does have its moments, its definitely not as good as the first two Mummy films or even its spin-off The Scorpion King! The premise of this one is Alex O'Connell, now a grown man, discovers the tomb of the legendary Dragon Emperor. As he is about to unveil his find to the public, his parents show up for an unexpected visit while bringing back an artifact to the Chinese government. The artifact, unknown to the O'Connells, is actually the key to freeing The Dragon Emperor from his curse! Many attempted twists and turns on this one. To be honest, the back story about Jet-Li's character is the probably the BEST part of the whole film! After that, the plot gets iffy! As I said earlier, it has its moments but overall it comes out very weak. While Jet Li is usually very good, I never felt like he was a real threat in this one. As for the actress that filled in for Rachel Weize as Evelyn O'Connell, I kind of felt sorry for her because she was stepping into a role that was made so good by Rachel. On its own merit, her performance wasn't that bad, its just too bad she had Rachel to be compared to. Everyone else was just okay. To each their own but I would only buy this if it came with the other two Mummy films. Otherwise, a rental would be the best recommendation from me on this movie.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor; Brand: Brendan Fraser; Review: I just finished viewing this one and while it does have its moments, its definitely not as good as the first two Mummy films or even its spin-off The Scorpion King! The premise of this one is Alex O'Connell, now a grown man, discovers the tomb of the legendary Dragon Emperor. As he is about to unveil his find to the public, his parents show up for an unexpected visit while bringing back an artifact to the Chinese government. The artifact, unknown to the O'Connells, is actually the key to freeing The Dragon Emperor from his curse! Many attempted twists and turns on this one. To be honest, the back story about Jet-Li's character is the probably the BEST part of the whole film! After that, the plot gets iffy! As I said earlier, it has its moments but overall it comes out very weak. While Jet Li is usually very good, I never felt like he was a real threat in this one. As for the actress that filled in for Rachel Weize as Evelyn O'Connell, I kind of felt sorry for her because she was stepping into a role that was made so good by Rachel. On its own merit, her performance wasn't that bad, its just too bad she had Rachel to be compared to. Everyone else was just okay. To each their own but I would only buy this if it came with the other two Mummy films. Otherwise, a rental would be the best recommendation from me on this movie.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Cyber Sunday 2008; Brand: Honky Tonk Man; Review: I won't mince words. Let's get to it: Matt Hardy Vs. Vladimir Kozlov - Not a bad opener. We know that Hardy can go and while I don't think that Kozlov is main event material, he does have some skills. Certainly better than some of the other big men WWE try to push suck as Ezekial and The Great Khali. Back to the match, it has some moments and even some interesting submission spots by Kozlov. The Russian Mauler wins with his chokeslam/spinebuster combo after Hardy hit the ringpost with his head. Rey Mysterio Vs. C.M. Punk - The winner of this match would get a guaranteed WWE I-C title shot against then champion William Regal. This first meeting between these two was almost a Ring Of Honor type bout as they used moves rarely seen in WWE! Also, some surprise submissions such as Rey (who isn't known for them) turned a tilt a whirl backbreaker attempt into a Fujiwara armbar and Punk (who is known for submissions) used a variation of the late Chris Benoit's crossface. This exciting match ends with a stiff GTS that legitimately breaks Mysterio's nose! OUCH! Punk gets the win and his title shot. Has to be considered 2nd best match of the night! Finlay Vs. Mark Henry (Belfast Brawl) - Nothing special here but not bad. Its watchable. Finlay wins after Hornswaggle passes him a shelieghly (sp?) to knock out Henry. Batista Vs. Randy Orton - In one of the most anticipated bouts, "The Animal" faced off with his former Evolution mate for the first time in 3 years (Batista DID have a title bout with Orton in 2005 shortly after WrestleMania 21). Early on, Cody Rhodes and Manu interfered on Orton's behalf but rather than DQ Orton, the ref threw out Rhodes and Manu and allowed the match to continue. From there, it was mainly rest holds and was pretty slow until the final moments when both guys were going for the win. In this one, Batista gets the win after getting Orton in the Batista Bomb from a unique position. Good bout. Mickie James, Michelle McCool, Kelly Kelly & Maria Vs. Maryse, Jillian, Naytalia & Victoria (Santa's Little Helper Tag Team Match) - This was okay as well. Nothing special though. Too bad then WWE Women's champ Beth Phoenix and Melina (who was injured at the time) wasn't part of this. Overall, Mickie, Naytalia & Maryse carried this bout. Kelly Kelly is improving but was just okay here. Maria, at this point, is just eye candy and while Michelle McCool is competent in the ring, she's overrated in my view! As for Victoria, I felt bad for her. In a way, I am glad she's retired because she was being used sooooo poorly! This is the same woman that used to give Trish Stratus the matches of her life and gave other top Divas such as Lita, Jazz and Molly Holly fits and this is how she's being used?! What crap! Anyway, worth one watch but isn't must see viewing. John Cena Vs. Chris; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hulk Vs.; Brand: ; Review: First, let me say that the Blu-Ray version of this is crisp and clean. Gave me some minor issues loading at first but after I got those cleared up, it was smooth sailing. The features themselves are not very long. I'll talk about them individually: Hulk Vs. Wolverine - This was before his X-Men days as Wolverine was working for Department H. The Hulk invades Canada and Wolverine is sent to hunt him down to stop him or put him down for good. The fight between them is short but pretty violent. Wolvie even makes the Hulk bleed in this one! Not a lot of plot to this adventure but we do get appearances from Wolverine's rogue gallery in the forms of Sabretooth, Lady Deathstrike, Omega Red and (most entertaining of all) Deadpool. Also, these guys explored Wolverine's time with the Weapon X project in a way that none of the animated series' could go (not even the classic '90's series) nor has the movies gone yet. Ending is unresolved but hey, this feature gave us what it should and that's a smash mouth donnybrook! The Hulk Vs. The Mighty Thor - In this one, Loki (the step-brother of Thor) brings The Hulk to Asgard, seperates him from Banner and takes control of him in order to wreak havoc in the Kingdom of Asgard. But his plan backfires and now Thor (as well as Loki and all of Asgard) faces the full fury of a Banner-less, mindless Hulk! While not bloody as Hulk Vs. Wolverine, its no less violent as The Hulk does put a brutal beating at one point on Thor, nearly killing him! This one also has a bit more story to it than the previous feature. There are also several features to this release. The most entertaining, to me, is the behind the scenes of both features as well as a tribute to Jack Kirby as it relates to Thor. There is also footage of Hulk Vs. Wolverine at one of the big Comic conventions. Overall, I was happy with this release. I would not, however, recommend this to small children. This is definitely a feature that should only be viewed by teens and adults. It might be too intense for younger kids. Plus, there is brief language in Hulk Vs. Wolverine during their fight so if you are the kind of person that gets offended easily or is a Bible thumper, this isn't for you. Its a great release overall.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hulk vs Wolverine/hulk vs Thor; Brand: Fred Tatasciore; Review: First, let me say that the Blu-Ray version of this is crisp and clean. Gave me some minor issues loading at first but after I got those cleared up, it was smooth sailing. The features themselves are not very long. I'll talk about them individually: Hulk Vs. Wolverine - This was before his X-Men days as Wolverine was working for Department H. The Hulk invades Canada and Wolverine is sent to hunt him down to stop him or put him down for good. The fight between them is short but pretty violent. Wolvie even makes the Hulk bleed in this one! Not a lot of plot to this adventure but we do get appearances from Wolverine's rogue gallery in the forms of Sabretooth, Lady Deathstrike, Omega Red and (most entertaining of all) Deadpool. Also, these guys explored Wolverine's time with the Weapon X project in a way that none of the animated series' could go (not even the classic '90's series) nor has the movies gone yet. Ending is unresolved but hey, this feature gave us what it should and that's a smash mouth donnybrook! The Hulk Vs. The Mighty Thor - In this one, Loki (the step-brother of Thor) brings The Hulk to Asgard, seperates him from Banner and takes control of him in order to wreak havoc in the Kingdom of Asgard. But his plan backfires and now Thor (as well as Loki and all of Asgard) faces the full fury of a Banner-less, mindless Hulk! While not bloody as Hulk Vs. Wolverine, its no less violent as The Hulk does put a brutal beating at one point on Thor, nearly killing him! This one also has a bit more story to it than the previous feature. There are also several features to this release. The most entertaining, to me, is the behind the scenes of both features as well as a tribute to Jack Kirby as it relates to Thor. There is also footage of Hulk Vs. Wolverine at one of the big Comic conventions. Overall, I was happy with this release. I would not, however, recommend this to small children. This is definitely a feature that should only be viewed by teens and adults. It might be too intense for younger kids. Plus, there is brief language in Hulk Vs. Wolverine during their fight so if you are the kind of person that gets offended easily or is a Bible thumper, this isn't for you. Its a great release overall.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Royal Rumble: The Complete Anthology - Volume Two; Brand: Bret Hart; Review: This volume of the Royal Rumble is probably the weakest of the four volumes but it has its moments and significant bouts. Let's get to it: The Royal Rumble 1993 This Rumble was the first to introduce the winner getting a title shot at WrestleMania and its been that way ever since. The Steiner Bros. Vs. The Beverly Bros. - This was the then-WWF debut of Rick and Scott Steiner, fresh from their run in NWA/WCW. This was a good bout against The Beverly "Brothers" (who weren't really brothers/just close friends, similiar to the Edge/Christian thing). The bout featured one of the nastiest Frankensteiners I've ever seen from Scott as he practically piledrove the man's head into the mat! Ouch! Its amazing he walked away from it. Good opener. Marty Janetty Vs. Shawn Michaels (WWE I-C title Match) - This was almost a year after the Rockers' break up and Shawn was beginning to find himself as a singles wrestler. Add in the betrayal of the late Sherri Martel and you could've had a classic but it just didn't quite hit the mark. The two would later have a much better match that summer on RAW where Janetty actually beat Michaels for the I-C title. This one was just good. It wasn't that great. Bam Bam Bigelow Vs. The Big Bossman - This one just sucked! These two had better matches than this one. I don't mean to talk ill of the dead but this one stunk! The best part of the match was when it was over. Just watch once and skip. Bret Hart Vs. Razor Ramon (WWF World Title Match) - While more known for his tag team with Kevin Nash and his WrestleMania X ladder match with Shawn Michaels, this bout with Bret hart is often a forgotten match as it was very good and showed that Razor could've been a main eventer if not for his personal issues. As for Hart, what needs to be said, he was one of those guys that could make a broom look good in the ring and he certainly did that with Razor. Good match to watch. The Rumble itself that year wasn't that good but it didn't stink. The highlights was then 43 year old Bob Backlund lasting an hour before being eliminated by the late Yokozuna. It also had appearances from guys that have been lost to time like Max Moon (Paul Diamond), Dameon Demento and Giant Gonzales. The final guy I named was put into a forgettable feud with The Undertaker! Quite frankly, Gonzales makes today's Great Khali look like Ric Flair! He stunk that bad! In the end, Yokozuna won and won his title shot against then-champion Bret Hart at WrestleMania and we know how that ended and it wasn't to the liking of either Hart nor Yoko! THE ROYAL RUMBLE 1994 Tatanka Vs. Bam Bam Bigelow - Great opener. These two got busy on each other in this one! Tatanka wins after an impressive and hard flying bodypress on Bigelow for the win. Bret & Owen Hart; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE WrestleMania: The Complete Anthology - Volume 2 (WrestleMania VI-X); Brand: Ric Flair; Review: If Jim Crockett's Starrcade was "The Granddaddy Of Them All", then WrestleMania has to be considered "The Big Daddy Of Them All." Indeed, it is now the Granddaddy as Starrcade is no longer held. This volume covers WM's VI-X. I will go do the pain staking task of going through most of the matches. Also, because they were still The World Wrestling Federation at this time, I will refer to all titles with WWF and not WWE. Here we go: WRESTLEMANIA VI This was from the Skydome in Toronto, Canada. For those who are recent to pro wrestling, that is the place where in 2002 The Rock met Hulk Hogan for the first time! But that's another review as we are discussing WrestleMania VI where Hogan would defend his WWF Title against I-C Champion The Ultimate Warrior. More on that one later. Koko B. Ware Vs. "The Model" Rick Martel - Good opener. This was pretty much the last bow for Koko as far as WM's go while Martel was pretty much in his prime as a heel. Match ends when Martel finished off Koko with his Boston Crab (known nowadays as The Walls Of Jericho) for the win. Demolition Vs. The Colossal Connection (Andre The Giant/Haku)(WWF World Tag Team Title Match) - Demolition was coming for their third (and final) WWF Tag Title reign while the aging but still dangerous Andre & Haku were looking to retain here. This match was mostly a 2 on 1 as Haku worked most of it against Ax & Smash. Ends when the odds caught up with Haku and the Demos finished him with their elbowsmash/backbreaker combination for the victory. This one also saw Andre turn on Haku and his manager Bobby "The Brain" Heenan to a standing ovation! Though The Giant would return for an appearance in WM VII, he would never set foot inside the ring at a WrestleMania again. Sadly, almost 3 years after this, Andre would die in his native France at age 43 I believe. Hercules Vs. Earthquake w/Jimmy Hart - Pretty much a squash as Herc's power was no match for the awesome size of the "Natural Disaster!" Ends when Earthquake squashed The Mighty One with his "Earthquake" butt splash for the pin! Mr. Perfect w/Lanny "The Genius" Poffo Vs. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake - Other than a few house show losses to Hulk Hogan, the late Mr. Perfect lost very little during this period. This would be one of those losses. To his credit, he did make Beefcake look very good without making himself look bad. Ends when Brutus flips Perfect into the ringpost, knocking him out for the pin. Bad News Brown Vs. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper - Pretty much a brawl. The most bizzare part was that Piper came to the ring with half of his body painted black! WTF?! Anyway, it wasn't a very good bout but not the worst I've ever seen. The Hart Foundation Vs. The Bolsheviks - TOTAL SQUASH! Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart didn't even waste a drop; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE WrestleMania: The Complete Anthology - Volume 4 (WrestleMania XVI-XX); Brand: Paul Levesque; Review: If Jim Crockett's Starrcade was "The Granddaddy Of Them All", then WrestleMania has to be considered "The Big Daddy Of Them All." Indeed, it is now the Granddaddy as Starrcade is no longer held. For this review, I will only use WWE for when the change actually happened! They were still WWF at the time of three of these WM's so I will refer to the titles as such for those events. I won't go into every match for these events either. Well, here we go: WRESTLEMANIA 2000 AKA WRESTLEMANIA 16 This is the first and only WM ever where every match was either a tag team bout or a multiple persons match. Not one one on one contest here and that really drug it down here. For this one, I won't go into every match but rather here are the ones that are worth seeing on this one: The Hardy Boyz Vs. The Dudley Boyz Vs. Edge & Christian (Triangle Ladder Match for the WWF World Tag Team Titles) - In a predecessor to the TLC match, these three pioneers of that contest really brought their A-game to this one! Look for one of Edge's legendary spears from the ladder and Jeff Hardy's swanton from the top of a ladder! Of course, the Dudleyz brought their legendary ECW style to this match too. Chris Benoit Vs. Chris Jericho Vs. Kurt Angle (Two Fall Triple Threat Match for the WWF Intercontinental & European Championships) - When you say the name Chris Benoit now, you don't think of a great wrestler. I won't go into what you think of now but at this time, he was a highly respect grappler with an intensity and dedication that only few could match. Chris Jericho was almost a year into his first tour with WWF/WWE and had already been an I-C champion. Kurt Angle had just started pro wrestling and was only six months into his career and was already holding the I-C and European titles and was the champion going into this match. The favorite going in had to be Benoit just because of his reputation and the fact that he had came off of a hot streak in WCW prior to him leaving. All three men turned in a great performance with Angle losing both titles WITHOUT ever being defeated! Benoit left with the I-C title while Jericho left with the European strap. Too Cool & Chyna Vs. The Radicalz - The Radicalz for this match were the late Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko & Perry Saturn. This turned out to be a very entertaining match as both teams put on a show. Chyna was the star of this bout she was at the height of her "powers" so to speak and worked very well against the three veterans. Ends when she uses a unique sleeper slam on Eddie to get the pin. This would eventually lead to the two getting together to form the original "Latino Heat" duo. That name would stay with Eddie until the end of his life in 2005. The main; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Volume 1; Brand: Iona Morris; Review: FINALLY, THE 90'S X-MEN SERIES HAS COME TO DVD! Sorry but I am happy to see them finally get something beyond a few episode releases! While this isn't an entire series, its actually more than what you'd get if it was just by season because most of the X-Men seasons were, at longest, 13 episodes! With this, you are actually getting at least 3-5 more episodes! While I obviously don't have these volumes, I have seen these episodes and that's what my ratings is based on. While the series as a whole was great, you are actually getting the best of the series, which was the first 3-4 years it was on in my opinion. Here is what you'll get: VOLUME 1 - DISC 1 Night of the Sentinels (Parts 1 & 2) - In this pilot two parter, we meet Jubilee. A foster child who is discovered to be a mutant by her forster family and is on the run from the government. The X-Men discover her as well and come to her aid but not without a cost that will have long-term effects through the entire series. We also get the first taste of The Sentinels. Enter Magneto - Professor Xavier's former friend/now enemy returns to start a war between mutants and humans. Meanwhile Sabretooth is taken in by the X-Men, must to the dismay of Wolverine! Deadly Reunions - Both Wolverine and Prof. X must face off with their respective enemies Magneto and Sabretooth with the lives of their fellow X-Men at stake. Captive Hearts - The Morlocks make their first appearance as Storm fights for the freedom of Cyclops. Meanwhile, a love triangle develops between Cyclops, Wolverine and Jean Grey. Cold Vengeance - Angered by jealousy towards Cyclops over his relationship with Jean, Wolverine goes to the frozen north to relax but runs into Sabretooth! Meanwhile, Gambit, Storm and Jubilee go undercover as tourists to check out the island of Genoshia and find more than they bargin for! Slave Island - Captured by the rogue agency that run the Sentinels, Gambit pretents to betray both Storm and Jubilee in order free them. The mysterious mutant known as Cable also makes an appearance. The Unstoppable Juggernaut - When a rash of robberies is committed by someone big and powerful, the russian mutant known as Colossus is blamed but it is Prof. X's step-brother Juggernaut! The X-Men come to Colossus' aid and helps to clear him. Disc 2 The Cure - We meet Warren Worthington, III for the first time as he seeks a cure for his mutancy. A cure that X-Man Rogue wants desperately! Come The Apocalypse - Apocalypse unleashes his Four Horsemen for the first time as they and the X-Men clash. Meanwhile, Rogue uncovers the truth about the "cure." Days Of Future Past (Parts 1 & 2) - In this one, Bishop travels back into time to stop the assassination of mutant hater Sen. Robert Kelly, believing it would prevent much of the damage done in his time. He also believes that one of the X-Men (his; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: X-Men: Volume Two; Brand: Iona Morris; Review: In this one, we pick up where Vol. 1 left off! My rating, by the way, is based on the episodes and not the actual product: Disc 1 Red Dawn - Omega Red makes his first appearance as he is unleashed to take back the Soviet Union only to turn on his allies! Meanwhile, Colossus recruits Jubilee and Wolverine to help free his family and country from this red menace! Repo Man - In this mostly Wolverine episode, we get a lot back into his past as we see the experiment that gave him his adamantium claws and skeleton! We also meet Alpha Flight, who is assigned to get Wolverine back to Department H....by any means necessary! X-Ternally Yours - In this one, we get a look into the past of Gambit as he is called back home to help his brother and the Guild of Thieves in a web of deception with the Guild of Assassins! We also see a past love of Gambit's named Belladonna who is a central part of this conflict and more revelations on his feelings for X-Man Rogue. Time Fugitives (Parts 1 & 2) - In this one, both Cable and Bishop must travel back to the present day to help the X-Men investigate a mutant virus cooked up by the Friends Of Humanity (Marvel's version of the Klu Klux Klan). However, Cable WANTS the virus to occur while Bishop wants to stop it PERIOD! This brings Cable into conflict with both Bishop and Wolverine but there is a bigger threat than both the virus or even the FOH! A Rogue's Tale - Ms. Marvel, the woman that Rogue took her powers and memories from, returns and tries to take over Rogue's mind and body forever! Beauty & The Beast - In this one, Beast falls in love with one of his patients, must to the dismay of her bigoted father! Meanwhile, Wolverine discovers a clue to the leader of The Friends Of Humanity and that is a connection to one of Wolverine's foes! Mojo Vision - In a wild ride, Cyclops, Wolverine, Jean Grey, Beast, Rogue and Storm are transported to the backwards realm of Mojo! In this one, we get a cameo appearance of The Punisher! Disc 2 Reunion (Parts 1 & 2) - The X-Men finally find Charles Xavier while searching for Jean Grey! The trail takes them to the Savage Land where, to their horror, they have lost their mutant powers just like Magneto and Xavier himself! This two parter ends with a bang as the X-Men and Magneto (much like in "The Final Decision") band together to take on Mr. Sinister and his rogue mutant group. Out of the Past (Parts 1 & 2) - Another Wolverine character "comes out of the past" as Lady Deathstrike (Wolverine's former lover in this version) wants revenge! This two parter also leads into the Phoenix Saga. The Phoenix Saga (Parts 1-5) - Adapted from the classic series in the comics, The X-Men discover that an alien force called the Shi'ar is coming to earth; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE; Brand: Howard Finkel; Review: I won't mince words, let's get to it: C.M. Punk Vs. Mark Henry Vs. Kane Vs. Finley Vs. Kofi Kingston Vs. MVP Vs. Shelton Benjamin Vs. Christian (Money In The Bank Ladder Match) - Awesome opener! Even though their time in it was limited, even Kane and (surprisingly) Mark Henry looked good here! As usual, it was a spotfest wtih Shelton, MVP, Finley & Christian coming the closest to winning but in the end it was Punk who took the match for the second year in a row! I was actually pulling for MVP to win but I won't argue Punk. Watch for a sick powerslam from Henry to Kofi onto a ladder and an even sicker powerbomb from Shelton to MVP from the ring to the floor! 25 Diva Battle Royale - The winner was pretty much given away the second you saw Santino Marrella in drag in the match. I also think the fact that WWE couldn't get some of the more popular Divas like Trish Stratus and Lita really hurt this bout too. Still, the final sequence pretty much is the highlight of the match as Mickie James and Michelle McCool had a vicious exchange as well as Beth Phoenix and Melina. Ends when Santino....opps, Santina dumps out both Melina and Beth! Match itself wasn't bad but the angle and storyline on it sucks! Ricky Steamboat, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper & "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka Vs. Chris Jericho (3 on 1 Handicap match) - With "Nature Boy" Ric Flair in their corner and Mickey Rourke at ringside, these three legends came in determined to teach Y2J a lesson in respect. This match actually turned out better than expected! While its obvious that Piper and Snuka need to stay retired, Steamboat looked great! Heck, he and Flair could probably still go at it right now. Probably not for an hour but just 10 minutes would be better than some of the wrestling we get today! Anyway, Jericho wins after eliminating all three wrestlers with Steamboat having the standout performance. After the match, Flair and Jericho get into it with Jericho getting the better of the exchange. Then, we have Jericho wanting to get it on with Mickey Rourke. Rourke, who was a boxer in his younger days, got into the ring and rather play Jericho's game (whiich is wrestling), he made Jericho play his by goading him into boxing. It ends with Y2J getting knocked out! Guess the bad guy had to get his cummupance but it would've been more appropriate for a former wrestler to come to the aid of Flair & Co., perhaps one of his old Horsemen comrades?! The match itself was okay with a great performance from Steamboat. Matt Hardy Vs. Jeff Hardy (Extreme Rules Match) - This one was more of a spotfest with both men doing some pretty high risk and dangerous moves. It wasn't bloody but as another reviewer said, it didn't need to be bloody as it was so personal with these two. Ends when Jeff Hardy attempted a legdrop over 20ft. from a; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero VHS; Brand: ; Review: I remember G.I. Joe the animated series as a child and though its watered down by today's standards, this cartoon isn't boring at all! From what I understand, this will have half of season one including the three mini-series that started it all which were The MASS Device, The Revenge Of Cobra and the one about the Pyramids (sorry if my memory is shoddy on some of these). I just read about these being re-released. I don't have children but if you are worried about content and such, no need to worry here. While I am not a bible-thumper or do I spend time knocking today's cartoons, this is good clean fun here for the whole family. For me personally, this will be a trip down memory lane and a bit of a refresher too! Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Cosby Show: Season 2; Brand: Bill Cosby; Review: I actually bought this volume for my mother for Christmas 2007. I don't own this but I did watch the episodes that are on here! Let me say that while I am a fan of hardcore comedy like Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy and the late Richard Pryor, The Cosby Show is a classic and shows you don't need adult humor to have a funny show! Episodes include the classic "Anniversary" one where the family 'sings' Night & Day for the grandparents and the one where Vanessa and Denise get into a fight on the show! Plus other funny moments that make you laugh and think at the same time. As a friend at work says, they don't make shows like this anymore. I understand they've put out all 8 seasons in one pack but if only want one season and can't decide, may I recommend this season! It is classic TV!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Incredible Hulk; Brand: Lou Ferrigno; Review: I would only recommend this if you don't already have any of the seasons which are available seperately. Otherwise, unless you are getting it as a gift, its a waste of money. I gave this set 5 stars only because of the show itself which is a classic! For those that don't know the premise, it involves Dr. David Banner who was searching for the extra strength that all humans have in times of danger but his experiments go wrong and now he changes into a green behemoth whenever anger strikes! Believed to be dead, he is pursued by an investigative reporter (who thinks that the creature killed Dr. Banner and his assistant), all the while he struggles to contain the beast within him and to find a cure for his condition. As I said, I would only purchase this if you have none of the seasons. A great series no matter what!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li; Brand: Kristin Kreuk; Review: This review is strictly on the film itself. I have watched in both its theatrical and uncut versions. Not a lot of difference except some of the more bloody parts that are shown on the uncut are toned down on the theatrical (particularly the Bison beatdown of a woman and Chun-Li's ending fight with Bison). The film, overall, was a vast improvement over the Van Damne version of Street Fighter back in 1995! Kristen Kruk as Chun-Li Xian was excellent. The fights, for the most part, were believable and I also liked how they kept it real world rather than follow the game. Didn't much care for Chris Klein, who played Charlie Nash. He seemed useless almost. Same goes for the lady detective that was his partner here. I've heard both are actually good actors but it seems they didn't really have much to work with here. Overall, not bad at all! I only hope if they continue to make Street Fighter films that they take what worked here and develop it more with a better storyline and better roles for the actors. Kristen, however, did a great job as Chun-Li. Wroth a rental or buy at a reduced price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Michael Jackson: Live in Bucharest -The Dangerous Tour; Brand: Michael Jackson; Review: I remember seeing this concert on MTV back when he was releasing his HIStory CD. If you want to see one of his best performances before his decline, get this DVD! Its awesome! Done from Bucharest (which I thought was in Germany but I've been told it is in Romania. Thanks to Flyguy for the information!), Michael Jackson had the people cheering and falling out from start to finish. I have rarely seen an individual who had the crowd screaming by....just standing there! He stood their forever and the folks were going wild. One he got going with the show, the cheers never really let up at all! He performs some of his best hits up to that point (nothing from the HIStory CD because it wasn't actually out when he did this concert). From "Beat It", "Wanna Be Starting Something", "I Just Can't Stop Loving You", "Human Nature" and other songs. It ends with his "Man In The Mirror" song with an ending worthy of MJ! Your money WILL not be wasted on this DVD! Highly recommended.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Vampire in Brooklyn VHS; Brand: Eddie Murphy; Review: While this horror/comedy is another vehicle for Eddie Murphy to do multiple roles and such, the stars of the film are Kadeem Harddison and John Witherspoon. More on that later. In the film, Eddie is Maximillion, a black vampire who has recently escaped hunters in the carriebian to find the last of his tribe who is the result of an affair between a human woman and a vampire. This hybird, of course, is played by Angela Bassett named Rita. Allen Payne also stars as Justice, Rita's cop partner and potential lover who ends up fighting to save her soul from being seduced into a life of a vampire of Maximillion. Kadeem Harddison plays as Eddie's ghoul and henchman while John Whitherspoon plays Kadeem's uncle. The two get into some hilarious situations and help keep the movie light. In fact, I would dare say in some of their scenes, they steal the show and help save this film. This is one where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Each person plays their parts to perfection. A good film if you have a Saturday night to waste.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: WWE Vengeance 2002: Quick & Merciless; Brand: Chris Benoit; Review: I don't own this DVD but I have seen this card so that's what my review is based on. Let's get to it shall we? "Latino Heat" Eddie Guerrero & "Rabid Wolverine" Chris Benoit Vs. The Dudley Boyz (Tables Match) - In this one, the team of the late Eddie Guerrero and the late Chris Benoit took on the version of Spike and Bubba Ray Dudley in a tag team version of a tables match. In this one, both men on a team must go through a table to lose the bout! Was actually a good tag team match but broke loose towards the end! Ends when Bubba puts the recently returned Benoit through a table for the victory! Jamie Noble Vs. Billy Kidman (WWE Cruiserweight Title Match) - While not as good as their Survivor Series bout a few months later, this one is nothing to sneeze at. Jamie's valet, Nidia, got involved very little in this one and left the boys to do their thing! Jamie takes this one. Jeff Hardy Vs. William Regal (WWE European Title Match) - This was a rematch for this now defunct title as Jeff defended against Regal. This one wasn't very good as the two styles just didn't mesh well. Mercifully, it is kept short as Hardy gets in a quick rollup to retain his title. John Cena Vs. Chris Jericho - This was pre-Dr. Of Thuganomics Cena and I might also add Cena actually WRESTLED during this time! Jericho, predictably, dominated this match but Cena actually gets a surprise win over Jericho! Almost a prelude to their future rivary! Rob Van Dam Vs. Brock Lesnar w/Paul Heyman (WWE Intercontinental Title Match) - This is the definition of "lost classic!" To be blunt, these two kicked each other's a**es in this one! One of the best examples of striker Vs. grappler in pro wrestling. While the ending does damper it a bit, it was necessary to maintain both guys so it fit. If not for the main event, this one would've been the match of the night! See it! The Big Show Vs. Booker T. (No DQ Match) - While not a very good match, it does have its moments. Particularly when Booker scissored kicked TBS through a table and did his "Harlem/Houston Hangover" legdrop on TBS for the win! Between the previous bout and this one, we get a segment where HHH decides whether to go to Smackdown with ex-wife Stephanie McMahon (who is his real life wife) or go to RAW with Eric Bischoff. The decision was made when Shawn Michaels swayed HHH to come to RAW. This, of course, was a set up for a surprise heel turn on Shawn and would lead to Shawn's in-ring return at SummerSlam Vs. "The Game." But that's another review..... The Un-Americans (Christian/Lance Storm) Vs. Edge & Hulk Hogan (World Tag Team Title Match) - A surprisingly good bout. While Christian, Lance and Edge did most of the work, Hogan did get the crowd going. Ends with Christian and Storm taking a tainted win to; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Rise & Fall of WCW; Brand: ; Review: I'll be honest, there are things in terms of content and matches that WWE could've done better on this set but in their defense on the documentary, a lot of key figures (including Ted Turner, Eric Bischoff and Brad Seagal) declined to be part of this project so their abscence did hurt it a bit. Still, it isn't as bad as some of the other reviews both on Amazon and on other sites have claimed it to be though I will agree it could've been better, especially on some of the match selections! Here is what you'll find on here starting with the chapters: Jim Crockett Promotions Georgia Championship Wrestling Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling Black Saturday The Expansion Crockett Sells to Turner Greatest Talent in the World New Management Bill Watts Era Bill Shaw Hires Eric Bischoff Hulk Hogan Arrives Nitro Debuts nWo Cruiserweights Goldberg WCW Ratings Champ Celebrities Goldberg vs. Hogan Mistakes Begin Vince Russo A Corporate Merger McMahon buys WCW Legacy of WCW I have to say that the most interesting parts were the history of Jim Crockett Promotions, Black Saturday (in reference to when Vince McMahon temporarily took over the Georgia Championship Wrestling show in 1985) and thru the Bill Watts era. Where it gets muddled a bit is when discussing Bischoff, Russo and the nWo angle. Surprisingly, many take up for Bischoff though they ultimately admit he was one of the reasons for its downfall! Still, its is an interesting take on what happened. Some history is left out which has already been discussed on other DVD's such as The Four Horsemen, The Road Warriors, the backstage controversy between Chris Benoit and Kevin Sullivan, the misuse of Bret "Hitman" Hart, and the departure of Benoit, Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko and Perry Saturn. Some history has never been touched such as the botched ending at Starrcade '97 (which I believe was the real beginning of the end of WCW) or the mophing of Sting into what we know him now. Now granted, I understand why Benoit isn't mentioned but the Radicalz departure was a key blow to WCW talent-wise and could've been done without mentioning his name and on that one, showing him would've been completely understandable as they have done it in recent months (see Ric Flair: The Definitive Collection). Bonus features: * Lost in Cleveland (Cactus Jack vignette) - This took place during Cactus' short but memorable program with then-WCW Champion Vader in 1993. Dusty Rhodes disuccess this vignette. * Bill Watts Defends Himself - Bill Watts answers the critics for his no-nonsense style and the accusations that have dogged him for years, particualy charges of racism. While I have been aware of the stories of Mr. Watts, he raises some good counterpoints. * Spam Man - This one is explained by Dr. Harvey Shiller. Worth one look. * The Origin of Goldberg - Nice to see Goldberg again as he discusses his journey into the phenom he was in WCW. He even discusses the rumor that he was made as a counter to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: G.I. Joe; Brand: Duke; Review: I saw this one on late night TV not long ago and let me say its the way G.I. Joe was meant to be in my view! Don't get me wrong, I LOVED the 80's series. Still do as I recently purchased the re-release of them on DVD but this one appeals to me as an adult. There was some things that were wrong with it, such as the sudden death of key characters like Bazooka but other than that, it was great! There isn't much that I can add that hasn't already been said. I say enjoy it but I will also add to the voices in saying this version of G.I. Joe isn't for children! This is for late-teens to adults only!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Summerslam - The Complete Anthology, Vol. 1 1988-1992; Brand: ; Review: Since its inception in 1988, SummerSlam has become one of the premier events on the WWE calendar behind The Royal Rumble, Survivor Series and (of course) WrestleMania. For this review, because they were WWF for many of these events in this set, I will refer to the titles with the WWF tag line. Only SS events when they became WWE will I call them such. Anyway, let's get to it. I will do it by volumes and I hope you people reading this don't mind if I throw some brief history tibits in too: SUMMERSLAM, VOL. 1: SummerSlam 1988 The Rougeau Brothers Vs. The British Bulldogs - In the first match ever at SummerSlam, Jacque and Raymond Rougeau took on former WWF Tag Team Champions The British Bulldogs. They were comprised of The Dynamite Kid (Tom Billington) and the late Davey Boy Smith (who would later use the Bulldog name as a singles wrestler). While not one of the best tag team contests out there, it was a good opener with good tags, good action and dirty tactics on the part of both teams. Ends in a draw when Jacque distracted the referee as TDK had Raymond pinned after a diving headbutt from a military press from Davey Boy Smith! Bad News Brown (RIP) Vs. Ken Patera - BNB was on a bit of a hot streak at this point as he took on former weightlifting Olympian and former I-C champion Ken Patera. The match was slow and methotical but kept short. Ends when BNB hits his "ghetto blaster" (enziguri) kick on Patera for the pin. "Ravishing" Rick Rude (RIP) Vs. The Junkyard Dog (RIP) - In his only SummerSlam appearance, the JYD took on "The Ravishing One" in a surprisingly fast paced contest! Not a great one but not bad. Ends when Jake "The Snake" Roberts, who was in a big feud with Rude at the time, jumps Rick from behind after Rude reveals tights with Roberts' then-wife Cheryl on the front and back of them! PRICELESS AND BRILLIANT! I actually laughed at this and caught the psychology. I mean, think about it, how would you like for some jerk to walk around with tights with a likeness of your girlfriend or wife on his ass and crotch!? I'd be fired up too! LOL! Anyway, Rude won by DQ on this occassion. As stated earlier, this would be the only appearance of JYD at this event. JYD tragically died in a car accident in 1998 after attending his own daughter's high school graduation (that's messed up!)! He would be honored as a HOF member by that same daughter in 2004. The Bolsheviks (Nikoli Volkoff/Boris Zuckoff) Vs. The Powers Of Pain (The Barbarian/The Warlord) - Pretty much a squash! POP, except for a few moments off of mistakes, had their way with the two russians. Ends with a powerslam from The Warlord followed by a flying headbutt from The Barbarian. The Honky Tonk Man Vs. The Ultimate Warrior (WWF Intercontinental Title Match) - Originally, it was scheduled to be Brutus "The Barber"; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Summerslam: The Complete Anthology, Volume Three; Brand: The Rock; Review: Since its inception in 1988, SummerSlam has become one of the premier events on the WWE calendar behind The Royal Rumble, Survivor Series and (of course) WrestleMania. For this review, because they were WWF for many of these events in this set, I will refer to the titles with the WWF tag line. Only SS events when they became WWE will I call them such. Anyway, let's get to it. I will do it by volumes and I hope you people reading this don't mind if I throw some brief history tibits in too: SUMMERSLAM, VOL. 3: In my personal opinion, this volume is the BEST of SummerSlam right here! The weakest SS here is the 1999 edition but even that one is better than much of what we get from Vince and Co. these days! Well, let's start with 1998. SummerSlam 1998 By this time, the "Attitude" era was well underway as both Triple H and The Rock emerged as top draws along with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. The Undertaker was still a top draw and we were getting the first full year of his "half brother" Kane. Also, a new crop of stars including Edge, Val Venus and D-Lo Brown emerged to take their share of the spotlight as well. D-Lo Brown Vs. Val Venis (WWF European Championship Match) - A pretty good opener as both men were in their primes at this point. D-Lo ends up taking this one by DQ when Val Venis refused to put down Brown's "chest protector." Ends with Val doing his "money shot" splash on the ref because he DQ'ed him. Kaientai Vs. The Oddites (Handicap Match) - Though Kaientai had the numbers, it didn't matter since you had Golga (the late John Tenta who was also Earthquake), the Kurgan (who stood over 7ft. tall) and Luna Vachon (who was just crazy)! This was basically a glorified squash but not boring as it had some funny spots in it. The Oddities take it. X-Pac Vs. Jeff Jarrett (Hair Vs. Hair Match) - This was another match that was surprisingly good. Ending is a little cheap but it doesn't take away from the match. Another note is that ring announcer Howard Finkle actually comes to ringside with X-Pac due to an attack by Jarrett prior to this PPV. X-Pac helps Howard get his revenge on Jarrett as he does get his hair cut! Sable & Edge Vs. Marc Mero & Jacqueline (Mixed Tag Team Match) - This one was also surprisingly good despite Sable's insistance on not taking bumps. Edge was the star here though in hinsight as he performed very well for his first big PPV outing for the then-WWF. Sable and Edge had good chemistry as they finished off Mero for the victory. Owen Hart Vs. Ken Shamrock (Lion's Den Match) - In this one, the two men fight in a cage similiar to the UFC octagon ring. Also, this is a revenge bout for Shamrock as he "lost" a "Dungeon" match to Owen a month earlier. These two made the most of; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: WWE Summerslam: The Complete Anthology, Volume Four; Brand: ; Review: Since its inception in 1988, SummerSlam has become one of the premier events on the WWE calendar behind The Royal Rumble, Survivor Series and (of course) WrestleMania. For this review, because they were WWF for many of these events in this set, I will refer to the titles with the WWF tag line. Only SS events when they became WWE will I call them such. Anyway, let's get to it. I will do it by volumes and I hope you people reading this don't mind if I throw some brief history tibits in too: SUMMERSLAM, VOL. 4: This one is easily the weakest of the four volumes as SS has been on a downslide since 2005. Still, it has its moments. SummerSlam 2003 La Resistance Vs. The Dudley Boyz (RAW World Tag Team Title Match) - A good opener as La Resistance had really good heat (not to mention in real life there was that dispute about France joining the U.S. for the Iraqi War but that's another story). Ends with La Resistance retaining the titles after some screwjob work! The Undertaker Vs. A-Train - Just your basic brawl. Undertaker wins but there is a catfight at the end with Sable getting jumped by Stephanie McMahon. Shane McMahon Vs. Eric Bischoff - This is definitely one of the more entertaining matches of the night with the personal angle of Eric hitting on Shane's mother Linda! Both Johnathan Coachman (who now works for ESPN) and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin get involved and it ends with Bischoff getting "stunned" and put in Shane's "Coast To Coast" move (his version of the Van Terminator) for the win. Eddie Guerrero Vs. Chris Benoit Vs. Tajiri Vs. Rhyno (Fatal Four Way Match for the WWE U.S. Title) - A good blueprint on how to do a good four way contest! This one had everyone shining well. Guerrero retains his championship here. Kurt Angle Vs. Brock Lesnar (WWE World Title Match) - Another duo that never had a match that sucked! While not their best bout, it certainly was a great one. Ends with Brock submitting for the first time in his short pro wrestling career as Angle made him tap out to his anklelock. We also see Vince McMahon himself take an "Angle Slam" through a steel chair! OUCH! Rob Van Dam Vs. Kane (Falls Count Anywhere Match) - This was just a match for survival. Kane, now unmasked, was at his sadistic best as RVD did everything he could to fight of "The Big Red Machine" but in the end, fell to a tombstone piledriver on top of the steel steps! Kane wins this one! HHH Vs. Chris Jericho Vs. Shawn Michaels Vs. Goldberg Vs. Kevin Nash Vs. Randy Orton (Elimination Chamber Match for the World Heavyweight Title) - While not a bad match, there have been better EC's (the original from 2002 and the 2005 EC are still the best in my view). At least it started good with Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho beginning things. Ends when HHH (who wasn't in the match hardly; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zane's Sex Chronicles; Brand: Various; Review: Zane's Sex Chronicles is based on the books by author Zane. The show stars Patrice Fisher, who plays Patience James. A succesful business woman who moonlights as an erotic writer under the name Zane while struggling to find that "one." She eventually does find him in the form of Hunter (played by Ezra 'Buddha' Masters) but will her secret life break them apart? Meanwhile, her friends are going through trials of love of their own. Maricruz (played by Joanna Quintero) plays a divorcee who is still in love with her ex-husband but wants to branch out and find her own sexuality. This road leads her to fall in love with a handsome beau named Charles (played by Jeff Pickel) but he has his own dark secret which leads to a collision course with Maricruz' ex-husband. Lyric (played by Maya Gilbert) is married and both she and her husband (played by Damian T. Raven) are succesful doctors but the action at home is anything but hot. This leads Lyric to contemplate an affair with a co-worker but the results could cost her her marriage. Laila Odom plays Ana. A budding stand up comedian who's constant affairs on her boyfriend Tarriq (played by Amin Joseph) may end up sabatoging her relationship. Eboni (played by Christina DeRosa) runs a gym but may lose it due to a lack of money. She makes a deal to get a loan but gets in over her head. Meanwhile she meets a man that she fall in love with but he's made a vow of celebacy. This creates a problem for Eboni as she isn't sure she can wait for marriage for sex. Overall, this trip down erotica is smartly written and tastefully done. Plus, for me personally, seeing African-American women (in this case, Patrice, Maya & Lyric) in this way is rather refreshing rather than just pure base sex. They have real characters and act like real people, not just walking female horny toads! I also like they mix up the women (racially) unlike most shows similiar to this like "Sex & The City" or the comedies "Friends" or "Living Single" with Johanna (who is hispanic) and Christina (who is Italian). Granted, only Sex & The City is even close to a comparison to this but living in a city like that, what are the chances of going somewhere where there is only one racial group? Zane's portrayal of this landscape is more realistic in my view. While I wouldn't consider this a must buy, its definitely worth the money in my view. Its one of those, you either like it or you don't. Its a good series to me.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: WrestleMania XXVI; Brand: Dave Bautista; Review: WrestleMania 26 came from Phoenix, AZ from the University of Phoenix stadium. This even features new stars coming to the front, long time stars defending their turf, a 12 year rivarly finally (we hope!) coming to ahead, the return of a star in his bid to reclaim championship gold, a man looking to exercise a "demon" that he has never beat and a legendary career Vs. an undefeated streak! This was WrestleMania 26. Let's get to it! John Morrison & R-Truth Vs. Showmiz (The Big Show/The Miz)(WWE Unified World Tag Team Championship Match) - This opener was okay but nothing to write home about. Morrison and R-Truth did well with the Miz but once TBS got involved, it was all she wrote! This match was kept relatively short for an opener (barely over 5 minutes/the entrances were longer than the match) but it served its purpose and that was to put over Showmiz as a real team. They take this one and retain their titles! Randy Orton Vs. Ted Dibiase Vs. Cody Rhodes (Triple Threat Match) - This is mostly a glorified handicap match as the two former members of Legacy (Dibiase/Rhodes) looked to destroy their former mentor and leader in "The Viper" Randy Orton. Match starts out slow but picks up when Cody and Ted begin fighting over who was going to beat Randy. This works to Randy's advantage as he slowly begins to take over the match! Surprise by the way, THERE IS BLOOD IN THIS AS DIBIASE GETS CUT OPEN AND IT ISN'T SEALED RIGHT AWAY! AWESOME! Anyway, Orton takes the win after he lays out Cody with his punt kick and then nails DiBiase with his RKO finisher! Kofi Kingston Vs. Jack Swagger Vs. MVP Vs. Evan Bourne Vs. Shelton Benjammin VS. Matt Hardy Vs. Dolph Ziggler Vs. Drew Mcentyre Vs. Kane Vs. Christian (Money In The Bank Ladder Match) - You know how this match goes, the first man to climb a ladder and get a briefcase will have a guaranteed contract for a world title match within one year. This was organized mayhem as bumps and brusies were taken all over the place. Surprisingly, the highlights didn't belong to Shelton this year but to Evan Bourne and Kofi Kingston as Bourne did his shooting star press off the ladder onto Christian and Kofi almost got to the briefcase using a broken ladder as stilts! LOL! Anyway, it ends with a surprise winner in Jack Swagger as now he had the briefcase to use at anytime of his choosing! Good MITB match (though I still think 10 is too many, it should be no more than 6). "The Game" Triple H Vs. Sheamus - In a surprisingly good bout, "The Cerebral Assassin" took on the "Celtic Warrior" in a good contest that saw Sheamus actually dominate most of the match and almost win it. In the end, HHH used his experience to lull Sheamus into The Pedigree for a pinfall win. C.M. Punk Vs. Rey Mysterio (If Rey loses, he must join The Straight-Edge Society) - If; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Diary of a Tired Black Man; Brand: Jimmy Jean-Louis; Review: I don't own this product but I did see it on Showtime in its unedited form. This DVD comes with both the unedited and a "clean" version of this film. I've read some reviews on this board where some felt it was stereotyping or that it was being unfair to women. Well, how many films have already been done that does it from the women's point of view? I am not a male chauvenist but I am glad one has been done that tells it from the man's point of view for a change. For the record, it DOES discuss "no good men" as well but I feel the point of the film was to show that a lot of men go through crap just like women do. I think any reasonable person would agree that women and men are flawed on some level. And though it is aimed at a black audience, I think anyone of any race could learn from this film. I would give it a good recommendation BUT its definitely for adults!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Superman/Batman: Apocalypse with Litho Cel; Brand: ; Review: I say that because that's really what this story is about. It isn't really about Superman/Batman Vs. Darkseid as it is more about them (along with Wonder Woman and former Darkseid soldier Bertha) fighting over the fate of Kara Zor-El, better known as Supergirl. Kara comes to earth and is lost when Batman finds her. Superman and Batman both argue over what to do with her while Wonder Woman enters the fray and takes her to train with her on Themescyra. Meantime, Darkseid has been monitoring the events and decides to make Kara one of his new lieutenants! What comes is an all out battle over the fate of Kara. Will she become one of earth's newest saviors or one of their biggest threats? Also included is 4 episodes from the 90's Superman series that centers around Darkseid (Apokolips....Now! pts. 1 and 2) and Supergirl (in her own two parter). You also get a 10 minute short featuring Green Arrow and some behind the scenes extras mainly discussing Darkseid and the mythology behind him, Mr. Miracle, Orion and New Genesis. All created by the late, great Jack Kirby! Overall, a good use of $20 if you have that to spend!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Heather Hunter 21st Century Urban Icon; Brand: Heather Hunter; Review: If you are a fan of former Adult Film star Heather Hunter and want to see her origins, then get this film as this was her VERY first movie. In legend, she did this movie on her 18th birthday (which is Oct. 1st). Her movies tended to be different than most adult films because hers was closer to "erotica" than smut. On a personal level, I have to give her credit because after watching this movie, I also saw a few recent pictures of her (she does mostly photography and hip-hop music these days) and not much has changed! She's certainly held up better than most of her fellow porn actors and actresses. In her early 40's, she could easily still do it if she wanted to but I give her credit for trying to move away from that period of her life and show that she's more than just someone who took her clothes off and had sex on camera. I will end this review by saying THIS IS DEFINITELY FOR ADULTS! Put it this way, this isn't even an NC-17 party here!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE Legends of Wrestling 1 - Roddy Piper & Terry Funk; Brand: ; Review: This DVD on "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and Terry Funk was originally part of a regular series on WWE 24/7 called "Legends Of Wrestling" which had a panel consisting of Jim Ross, "Freebird" Michael 'P.S.' Hayes, Championship Wrestling From Florida legend Mike Graham, 1st ever I-C champion Pat Patterson and "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes! The roundtable discussion first goes to "Rowdy" Roddy Piper for the first 10 minutes or so and then switches to Terry Funk. Mainly, the conversations spoken of are about their influences on the genre of sports entertainment and funny/informative stories on both men (particularly the first time Piper met Ric Flair as Flair was in a VERY compromising position and the time Michael Hayes first met both Terry Funk and Dusty Rhodes/very FUNNY stories)! As for the bonus features, they break down like this: Roddy Piper interviews himself - Basically, Piper LITERALLY interviews himself in a very funny talk! Roddy Piper vs. Ric Flair (Amature "workout") - This starts out as a friendly workout but when Piper shows up Flair, Flair gets dirty and cheap shots him while he's down in an amature position. From there, Piper actually pins Flair, thus putting him in line for a future title shot! Roddy Piper vs. Paul Orndorff - Though Orndorff was known for his scientific wrestling skills, this was a straight up fight! This came off the heels of Piper turning on Paul Orndorff shortly after the first WrestleMania so there was definitely heat here! Match ends in a double countout in a short but exciting match. Roddy Piper vs. Bob Orton - At this point, Piper had turned fan favorite after "Cowboy" Bob Orton turned on him and joined the late Adrian Adonis and his manager Jimmy Hart. "The Magnificent" Don Muroco shows up at the beginning of this match but is later ejected from the bout. Nothing special here, just your basic brawl but it was on Saturday Night's Main Event! Roddy Piper Vs. "Adorable" Adrian Adonis - This is their WrestleMania III encounter where they loser gets his head shaved! This was also the genesis of Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake (Ed Leslie). Wild match to say the least! As for the haircutting at the end, well, Jimmy "Boogie Woogie Man" Valiant and Paul Jones were SORELY needed! LOL! Roddy Piper vs. Haku - Another match from Saturday Night's Main Event as Piper was in the midst of feuding with the late, great "Ravishing" Rick Rude! Again, nothing special but it was a pretty good bout. Piper wins, surprisingly, with a wrestling hold (a belly to belly suplex of all things)! Roddy Piper vs. "Ravishing" Rick Rude - Surprisingly good cage match! It was also one of the first in WWE that allowed pinfalls as well as escape to win the match! Roddy Piper vs. "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig (WWE Intercontinental Title Match) - It was the brawling of Piper Vs. the brawling/wrestling mix of the late "Mr. Perfect"! The father of current WWE star Michael McGuillicutty (Joe Hennig) found himself on defense for most of this match; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Emanuelle in America; Brand: Laura Gemser; Review: In the 1970's, soft core erotica was the rage in Italy and Europe and the toast of the town was Joe D'mato with his Emanuelle series. While many women have played the role of that sensual, sexual goddess, Laura Gemser's run seems to get the most attention as she's the only non-white (that I am aware of) that has ever played the role and is actually true to the woman who wrote the original Emanuelle stories as she was Eurasian as was Gemser. As for this entry, we see Emanuelle playing a reporter and using both her brains and beauty to get in and out of situations. Of all the movies, this one has the most controversial scenes which are rarely seen in the U.S. Particulary showing one of the females participating in beastiality with a horse! Furthermore, the horse seems to be loving it! The other is showing various couples engaging in sex where the actual acts are being show including oral and penetration! Only Gemser herself didn't participate in the hardcore type of sex as her scenes were kept sensual but stimulated. In terms of acting and story, it was a step up or two from the usual fare. I would dare say, this was probably the best acted of all the Emanuelle films that Gemser did during this time. Highly recommended if you are an Emanuelle fan and particularly of Laura Gemser's run as the character! For me personally, the beastial scene was a bit much and could've lived without that! Ugh! But to each their own, YOU'VE BEEN WARNED! DEFINITELY FOR THE ADULT CROWD!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legends of Wrestling 3: Andre Giant & Iron Sheik; Brand: ; Review: This DVD on Andre The Giant and The Iron Sheik was originally part of a regular series on WWE 24/7 called "Legends Of Wrestling" which had a panel consisting of Jim Ross, "Freebird" Michael 'P.S.' Hayes, Championship Wrestling From Florida legend Mike Graham, 1st ever I-C champion Pat Patterson and "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes! First, The Iron Sheik is discussed. Some of the highlights include talking about his real wrestling background and his hand in training some of the stars of pro wrestling (including the late Kerry Von Erich). Then, some outrageous stories on his time outside of the ring including a funny story involving himself, Michael Hayes, Jim Garvin and some "Mary Jane." The last half-hour focuses on Andre The Giant. Some of the highlights were stories on his legendary drinking, how he could make or break you if you worked with him and the story behind WrestleMania III with Hulk Hogan and his own impact on wrestling in terms of mainstream acceptance. Now to the bonus material: The Iron Sheik vs. Tito Santana (WWF/WWE Title Match) - This was one of the first and few title defenses The Sheik had prior to his losing the title to Hulk Hogan (thus the birth of "Hulkamania"). This was a wild affair which saw The Sheik even do a foward Sentan splash that missed! Still, to see that in 1984 was well ahead of its time in the U.S.! Ends in a double DQ! Iron Sheik vs. Bob Backlund - This was pretty much a revenge affair for Backlund as he was looking to get back at The Sheik after losing the WWF/WWE title to him in December of 1983! With Hulk Hogan in his corner, The Sheik was pretty much outnumbered here! Things really got out of hand when Hogan came in after The Sheik nailed Backlund with his "loaded" boot! Another wild match! Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff vs. The U.S. Express (Barry Windham/Mike Rotunda) - This was at the first WrestleMania and it was for the WWF/WWE Tag Titles. It was a classic "face Vs. heel" bout that saw the first ever title change at a WrestleMania as Sheik and Volkoff took the belts from the future IRS man (Rotunda) and the future Horseman (Windham). Iron Sheik & Nikolai Volkoff vs. U.S. Express (Mike Rotunda & Dan Spivey) - This was long before his "Dangerous" days in WCW as Danny Spivey was known as "The Golden Boy." Not a great match but not bad. Volkoff and Sheik take the win here in classic heel fashion! Andre The Giant vs. Hulk Hogan - This one was in the early 80's and was almost a teaser of what was to come! Hogan actually BODYSLAMS Andre in this one (long before he did it at WrestleMania III) and makes The Giant bleed! A rare feat in those days. This one ends in a no-contest. Andre The Giant & Rocky Johnson vs. "Magnificent" Don Muraco & Big John Studd - Andre teamed with "Soulman" Rocky Johnson (the father of future WWE star The; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Legends of Wrestling 2: Hulk Hogan & Bob Backlund; Brand: ; Review: This DVD on Bob Backlund and Hulk Hogan was originally part of a regular series on WWE 24/7 called "Legends Of Wrestling" which had a panel consisting of Jim Ross, "Freebird" Michael 'P.S.' Hayes, Championship Wrestling From Florida legend Mike Graham, 1st ever I-C champion Pat Patterson and "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes! In this one, you can't get any more polar opposites than these two! On one side, you have Bob Backlund who was about as old school as you can get! A master technician who wasn't the best mic man but with his skill and ability to put on an entertaining match, he really didn't need it! In his prime, Backlund was one of those guys you could've put in any era (including today) and would've held his own. On the other side, you have Hulk Hogan. 6'8", 302lbs. of mostly muscle and charisma to boot! Maybe not the most technical wrestler out there but he knew how to talk people into the arena and was responsible with Vince McMahon for the WWE being where it is now. The first half hour is devoted to Backlund. Mainly how he had different charisma as opposed to a Hogan or "Superstar" Billy Graham. Also, his legendary workout ethic is discussed (particularly by Mike Graham and Pat Patterson) as well as other topics. The second half hour is devoted to Hulk Hogan. There, they talk mainly about his impact on the sport as a whole and how he made it mainstream. They also talk about his ability in the ring as opposed to a Ric Flair or a Dory Funk, Jr. They even compare him to Dusty Rhodes during this discussion. Here are the bonus matches: Hulk Hogan & The High Flyers ("Jumping" Jim Brunzell/Greg Gange) vs. Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Jesse "The Body" Ventura, Ken Patera - This was a nice six man tag team bout that saw all of these men get their moments. The crowd was definitely hot for this one! Hulk Hogan & Andre The Giant vs. Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, Bobby Duncan, Sr., Nick Bockwinkel, Ken Patera - Though outnumbered 4 to 2, the opposing team only outweighed Hogan and Andre by around 300lbs.! Loopsided at times, this was actually a very good match with Heenan's team trying everything in the book to win but it wasn't to be as Andre and Hulk overcame the odds. Also watch the beginning to see Andre have some fun at Bobby Heenan's expense! LOL! Hulk Hogan vs. "The King" Harley Race - This took place prior to WrestleMania IV in 1988. While past his prime, Race could still put on a good match and he did with Hogan! Watch for the table spot where he literally bent it almost in two trying to headbutt Hogan (long before putting people through tables was cool). This would put Race out of action for nearly a year. Bob Backlund vs. Spiros Arion (WWF/WWE Title Match) - Just an average match showcasing the skills of Backlund as he took on former WWE United States Tag; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Monday Night War: WWE Raw vs. WCW Nitro; Brand: Charles Ashenoff; Review: I had heard of this DVD for years but never really took interest in it until recently, partially thanks to WWE's move to PG! LOL! This is a 90 minute documentary on one of the best periods of pro wrestling. You will hear from Eric Bischoff, Vince McMahon, Gerald Brisco, Mick Foley, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, Chris Benoit, Chris Jericho, Eddie Guerrero, Rey Mysterio and many others about that period in time. You will see the rise of WCW, how Nitro revolutionized wrestling on TV and how it pushed Vince and Co. to improve their product. You will see the birth of the nWo and how it both put WCW on the map but also how it helped to ruin WCW as well. The stories of mis-management in WCW and its reluctance to push new stars and more! Regardless of what you think of Eric Bischoff, I would say that without his WCW challenging Vince and the then-WWF, you wouldn't have seen the emergence of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, The Rock, Mick Foley and Triple H! You wouldn't have seen the edginess that became known as "The Attitude Era." I would also say that without WCW's mismanagement and insistance on pushing only the nWo and Goldberg, you wouldn't have ever seen the exodus of the backbone of that company, which (in my view) was Flair, Arn Anderson, Benoit, Guerrero, Jericho, Malenko, Perry Saturn, Mysterio and a host of others. You might not have seen any of these guys go to WWE if they would've gotten the proper push. A certain wrestling company named TNA might want to take heed of this DVD! For that matter, WWE might want to take a look back too! LOL! Back to this subject, it also has a ton of extras. Highlights include Shawn Michaels & HHH Vs. The Legion Of Doom (prior to them becoming DX), Chris Benoit Vs. Booker T. from Nitro, Goldberg Vs. Hulk Hogan from Nitro, Austin stunning Vince McMahon for the first time and more! Admittedly, this DVD IS biased towards WWE but it isn't totally untrue either. I like this DVD better than the later WWE: The Rise And Fall of WCW set and is probably closer to the truth than that set was. By the way, in case you are wondering why Benoit is on here, this DVD WASN'T part of the recall that happened shortly after the murder/suicide in 2007. Only WWE - Hard Knocks - The Chris Benoit Story and WWE Backlash 2004 were recalled after that tragic incident (although the latter DVD was later re-released as part of WWE's Tagged Classics series). Overall, this one is a good pick up! I would recommend this and "Rise & Fall Of WCW." Between the two, you get a really good idea of what WCW was like and what it was like during that period in pro wrestling!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: WWE: Mick Foley's Greatest Hits & Misses - A Life in Wrestling; Brand: Mick Foley; Review: While he makes appearances for TNA these days and is known as a best selling author, Mick Foley (also known as Cactus Jack, Dude Love and Mankind) is best known for his exploits in WWE, WCW, Smokey Mountain Wrestling and in (the REAL) ECW! This special edition DVD is actually re-release of the original in 2004 with an added disc which covers his career up until 2006. Disc 1: Cactus Jack Vs. Big Van Vader - This was their first encounter on WCW Saturday Night in April of 1993 and I would highly recommend viewing this match to those that remember this brutal affair and to those that only know Vader from his WWE days! At this point, he was WCW World Champion and was a VERY brutal and stiff wrestler as he actually broke Foley's nose (legitimately) during this match! This match is also shown unedited in terms of match footage. Unfortunately, the commentary has been edited as Jesse "The Body" Ventura's commentary is edited out! That sucks but I would still encourage viewing this bout! Cactus Jack & Maxx Payne Vs. The Nasty Boys (Chicago Street Fight) - This is from WCW Spring Stampede in 1994 (a year to the day when the previous match happened and one of WCW's best cards I might add)! This one is nasty (no pun intended)! Watch for a particular vicious fall by Foley to the concrete floor! Cactus Jack Vs. Sabu - This was in June of 1994 and was their first ever meeting. Cactus was still wrestling for WCW at this point but was used in a talent exchange and ECW (ran by Paul Heyman) used this to get a dream match of Cactus Vs. Sabu! While these two would go on to have better matches against each other, this first encounter wasn't bad. Cactus Jack Vs. Chris Candido (RIP) - This was the early days of Candido and Tammy Lynn Sytch (who you may recognize as WWE's Sunny). Ends with a Cactus victory and run-ins from Tammy, Boo Bradly and Brian Lee! Not a great match but not a bad one either. Cactus Jack Vs. Sandman (Texas Death Match) - This one, admittedly, was one of their WORST matches together and even Foley admits this! It does have a few stiff moments, particular a vicious piledriver by Sandman on Foley that severely hurts his neck! Sandman, by the way, was actually out of it for most of the bout and pretty much had to be led by Mick! Interesting to view, but don't expect anything great out of this. Cactus Jack & Raven Vs. Terry Funk & Tommy Dreamer - This one was a gruesome affair from ECW November 2 Remember in 1995! If you are into violence and blood, this one is for you as there is plenty of both in this one! Cactus Jack Vs. Mikey Whipwreck - In his last match for the original ECW, Cactus took on his former tag team partner in March of 1996. This was a very good contest and not only showed the; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NEW Ip Man - Ip Man (blu-ray) (Blu-ray); Brand: Chi Dan Donnie Yen; Review: Just recently seen this film and let me say it is AWESOME! Wanna know where the late, great Bruce Lee got the basis for his skills? Check out this film! On the film itself, the music score and action are amazing! Donnie Yen does a good job in bringing Ip Man to life in this movie! I will warn, however, this film isn't for little kids. This is more for the tweens to adult crowd. While there isn't much bad language in the movie, there is a lot of violence! Ip Man begins the film as a wealthy but kind family man who teaches his kung fu form popularly known as Wing Chung. When the Japanese invade his country, he and his family are forced from their home and Ip Man is forced to work in the mines to provide for them. His rage over the injustices heaped upon him, his family and his countrymen come out when he witnesses one of his former fellow teachers executed needlessly. From there, Ip Man goes on a mission to not only fight the invading Japanese but united his countrymen against the Japanese during the early stages of World War II. Worth the buy! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Justice League: Season 1; Brand: George Newbern; Review: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Hawkgirl & Martian Manhunter! Seven DC Comics legends who normally work alone but are brought together out of necessity to form a team of heroes to protect earth from threats both on and above it. They form The Justice League! I originally owned this season on regular DVD but when I heard they were re-releasing it on Blu-Ray, I had to have it! It is very crisp and clear! Wished they would've kept in its widescreen format but that's a minor thing for me. Plus, this one comes with 3 discs (which the original release had 4) but all the features that were on the original release are here too! Here are the eppys with the bonus features: Secret Origins, Pt. 1 - Superman & Batman run across a new threat to mankind that's too big for even them to handle! They run across a new ally in J'hon Jonz, The Maratian Manhunter. But this new alien threat catch on to them and try to take them out! Secret Origins, Pt. 2 - The trio of Superman, Batman and Maratian Manhunter receive help in the form of Hawkgirl, The Green Lantern (John Stewart) and The Flash. They also get unexpected help from Wonder Woman (I believe JL is the first time Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl and this version of Green Lantern has appeared in any DC animated series/The Flash appeared once in Superman: The Animated Series). Secret Origins, Pt. 3 - The seven heroes band together to make a final stand against the alien threat to earth! In Blackest Night, Pt. 1 - A tragic incident from Green Lantern's past comes back to haunt him as The Manhunters come to earth to bring him back for trial.......for destroying an entire planet! In Blackest Night, Pt. 2 - Superman, Martian Manhunter, Hawkgirl and The Flash travel to Green Lantern's trial only to discover that Lantern's "crime" might be connected to the men that once gave him his powers! The Enemy Below, Pt. 1 - Aquaman makes his first appearance in the JL series (He made a previous appearance during the Superman series) as he continues his fight with the surface world over pollution of the oceans, not knowing that mutiny is brewing among his own subjects in Atlantis. *The Enemy Below, Pt. 2 - The Justice League suspect a plot on Aquaman's own life. Meanwhile, Aquaman makes a strong sacrifice to save his infant son as his own brother attempts to assasinate him! *This episode has commentary by Bruce Timm, James Tucker, Glen Murakami, Rich Fogel and Dan Riba. Injustice For All, Pt. 1 - Lex Luthor makes his first appearance in the series as he finds out that he has Kryptonite poisioning! Out of revenge, he forms the Injustice Gang which includes Copperhead, Shade, Solomon Grundy and an unwelcome ally in The Joker himself! Injustice For All, Pt. 2 - The Joker helps The Injustice Gang capture Batman but The Dark Knight has his own way of leading the Justice League to them AND taking; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Forever Hardcore: Director's Cut; Brand: Forever Hardcore; Review: Much like Heroes of World Class Wrestling (Director's Cut) was to WWE's The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling, Forever Hardcore is the perfect compliment to WWE's The Rise and Fall of ECW. This documentary is pretty identical to WWE's but they do cover topics that weren't covered in "Rise & Fall." Plus, those that were mentioned but noticably absent from "R & F" were on this release. Stars such as Raven, The Sandman, Shane Douglas, Terry Funk, New Jack, Francine, Joey Styles, former ECW owner Todd Gordon, Kid Kash, Jerry Lynn and others. Also, you get to hear Sabu speak for one of the rare times in his career! On this one, you get their take on Shane Douglas' infamous "throw down the NWA belt" speech as well as get to hear from Shane himself. You'll also get their take on the "Mass Transit Incident" (in which you would get to hear from New Jack as he was a participant in that deal) and the infamous Sandman/Raven "Cross" angle which offended current TNA star Kurt Angle. Both Raven and The Sandman speak on this and has some choice words on the incident concerning Paul Heyman and Angle. One subject which caught my attention was the falling out between Shane Douglas and Francine, mainly due to her off-camera relationship with Tommy Dreamer (a fact that I wasn't aware of at all)! Both Shane and Francine have opinions and versions of what happened. This documentary also comes with a bonus disc with matches from XPW that featured mainly old ECW stars. You also get bonus interviews from some of the people featured and the uncut versions on subjects discussed in the main documentary. On the whole, I would HIGHLY recommend this one! Much like "H.O.W.C." and "T.A.T.O.W.C.C.W.", what one lacks, the other makes up for! Recommended release!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ring of Honor: Stars of Honor; Brand: Samoa Joe; Review: They were Ring Of Honor stars. A place where gimicks were okay but in the ring action is what counted! Let's not waste time, let's get to the review: Samoa Joe Vs. C.M. Punk (ROH World Title Match) - This was the third and final bout between these two as they went to two 60 minute draws in the previous encounters. Joe (who was into his SECOND year as ROH Champion) had been unable to put away Punk and with the stipulation of "Punk's Last Chance" and with future WWE Hall Of Famer Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat at ringside, this was sure to be a classic! You'll see lots of moves from these two (many of which they don't do in WWE or TNA today). It ends with Joe's Kokina Clutch chokehold knocking out Punk after 30 + minutes of action! Homicide VS. Antonio Banks (MVP from WWE) - This was for the FIP World Title which Homicide held in this match. An okay bout from both men that saw a lot of dirty wrestling towards the end from the "187". Ends with a vicious clothesline from Homicide for the victory! Bryan Danielson (Daniel Bryan of WWE) Vs. Spanky (Brian Kendrick) - If only WWE would let Danielson wrestle like this!? This was an awesome display from him and Spanky in this one! Both men using high risk manuvears but it was Danielson's mat skills which made the difference as he used the "RegalPlex" (made by William Regal) to get the victory! James Gibson (Jamie Noble) VS. Roderick Strong - A good bout as Jamie was between tours of WWE. Roderick was beginning to come into his own as a singles wrestler and this was his biggest bout to date against the established WWE star. Ends with a win for Jamie. Matt Hardy Vs. Homicide - This was in 2005 right before Matt returned to WWE! The home ROH crowd was surprisingly split between the two as some cheered for Hardy while others cheered for Homicide. We did see a more aggressive style from Hardy and at least one new move (Splash Mountain/Razor's Edge) from Hardy. Ends when both Jay Lethal and Low-Ki (who had their own feud going at the time) get involved and causes Homicide to lose this one. Matt Hardy Vs. Roderick Strong - This was Matt's third and final match before returning to WWE. Hardy was clearly a heel in this one while the home crowd was solidly behind Roderick Strong! Strong picked up the win in what had to be (at the time) his biggest win! As we know now, he would go on to win ROH's top prize in late 2010! Christopher Daniels Vs. Christian Cage - This is when Christian was working between ROH and TNA. He clearly was a heel in this one as the home crowd was solidly behind Daniels. A good match that ends with Daniels' "Angels Wings" for the victory. Samoa Joe & Jay Lethal Vs. Low-Ki & Homicide - A wild tag team match to end this one! These guys; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TNA Wrestling: The Best of the Bloodiest Brawls Volume 1; Brand: Sabu, Raven, Jeff Hardy Abyss; Review: Before Hulk Hogan, Eric Bischoff and a load of former WWE, WCW and ECW stars kept invading TNA, they were pretty much homegrown stars with a few veterans from those organizations to round it out. Also, every match takes place in the original six sided ring! This is what set TNA apart from WWE and everyone else and taking this away when Hogan showed up was a HUGE MISTAKE in my opinion but I digress. For those that remember how TNA was before this, this is a good memory lane trip. For those that only know TNA as it is today, I DOUBLY RECOMMEND THIS PIECE! Let's take a look: Abyss Vs. "The Alpha Male" Monty Brown (Marcus Corvon of WWECW) Vs. Raven (Monster's Ball Match) - Not that great to start off but isn't the worst match on here either. In fact, to be honest, no match on this DVD is lower than 3 stars. It isn't all that bloody as only Raven juices in this one. It does show some impressive strength from Monty Brown as he scoops up the 350lb. Abyss with relative ease and little aid from him! Ends when Brown does his "Pounce" move on Raven through a table for the victory! Not a great match but not a bad start to this DVD. It does get better though. America's Most Wanted (James Storm/Chris Harris) Vs. Triple X (Christopher Daniels/Elix Skipper)(Six Sides Of Steel/Losers must disband) - This cage match is legendary in TNA lore! No words I can use will adequetely describe this one. There are a few MUST VIEWS on this release and this is at the top of the list! You must see this one! Jeff Hardy Vs. Abyss (Full Metal Mayhem/Falls Count Anywhere) - This wasn't the most brutal match Hardy has ever been in BUT it had its moments. After battling all over the place, it ends when Hardy counters a chokeslam into his "Twist Of Fate" version of the Ace Crusher onto a ladder for the pin. Ironically, however, it would be Hardy that would take the nastiest move of the match as Abyss used his "Black Hole Slam" to put him into thumbtacks! Ugh! "The Phenomenal" A.J. Styles Vs. Abyss (Six Sides Of Steel #1 Contender's Match) - Another MUST VIEW in this one! This was an example of TNA booking going right as this was booked as an unstoppable monster Vs. the underdog that could! Needless to say the majority of the crowd was behind A.J. in this one. I won't give away the actual finish but it is awesome! When A.J. won, you could feel the emotion for him from the crowd! Particularly a shot of this young, dark haired woman who was holding back tears at his win! That's emotion you can't script folks and I wish the guys running TNA now would realize that! Anyway, this one is MUST VIEW as I said earlier. Raven Vs. Sean Waltman (X-Pac)(House Of Fun Match) - This was pretty much a Raven creation and I pretty much expected him; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TNA Wrestling: Bound For Glory 2005; Brand: Rhino, AJ Styles, Christopher Daniels Jeff Jarrett; Review: Lately, I've been buying old TNA PPV's on DVD just to see what they were because I kept hearing how good the action used to be before a few years ago. So, I took a chance and bought TNA's Bound For Glory 2005 and it wasn't a waste of money at all! No match on here was worse than 3 stars and there are a few MUST VIEW's on this one! Let's get to the matches: Sonjay Dutt Vs. Alex Shelley Vs. Austin Aries Vs. Roderick Strong (X-Division Four Way Match) - This match takes place during the 30 minute preview leading into the actual PPV. In this match, the first man to get the pinfall or submission wins but you had to tag in and out! Well, that latter rule didn't last too long as it turned into mayhem with moves even this 25 year plus fan had never seen! Ends when Dutt gets the pinfall for the victory. Samoa Joe Vs. Jushin "Thunder" Liger - This match opens the actual PPV and has Samoa Joe doing a ceremonial dance with his brethren before hitting the ring. Liger gets his share of cheers as well. This was a great opener and my only complaint on it is that it should've gotten more time considering 1. Joe's then-undefeated streak and 2. Liger's legendary reputation. Other than that, it was a great opener! Diamonds In The Rough (Simon Diamond, Elix Skipper & David Young) Vs. Shark Boy, Sonny Siaki & Apolo - This was a good six man tag team bout. Nothing memorable happened here. Just a solid match to put the DITR group over. Monty Brown VS. Lance Hoyt - To be honest, I wasn't expecting much from this match but they surprised me. Two big men putting on a good match like this as the 6'4" 250lb. Brown took on the 6'7", 270lb. Hoyt. Hoyt reminds me of the late Andrew "Test" Martin in that he was a tall, muscular guy who could move and take to the air! Both men put on a good showing but it ends when Brown hit his "Pounce" tackle on Hoyt, nearly knocking him out of the ring! Brown wins this one! The 3Live Kru (Konnan, Ron "The Truth" Killings & B.G. James ) Vs. Team Canada (Eric Young, Robert Roode & Johnny Devine) - Another good six man with nothing special other than the appearance of Kip James (formerly "Bada**" Billy Gunn of WWE fame). Team Canada takes this one. Matt Bentley w/Traci Brooks Vs. Petey Williams Vs. Chris Sabin (Ultimate X #1 Contender To The X-Division Championship Match) - Basically, they hang a prize between two ropes that criss-cross each other. The only way to win the match is to climb up to the ropes, shimmy your way to the center and get the prize to win! Petey and Sabin I knew but this was the first time I've seen Matt Bentley (though I am familiar with his valet who is now the wife of TNA star Frankie Kazarian). All three were impressive; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ring of Honor: Best in the World; Brand: Samoa Joe; Review: In this Ring Of Honor release, we find more technical based bouts! Very little in the way of weapons and such but don't let that fool you, this is some of the most exciting but brutal action I've personally have seen in years! Let's get to it: Samoa Joe vs. Kenta Kobashi - This has got to be one of the most hard-hitting, brutal bouts I've ever seen in my life and I've seen some of the best like Steamboat/Flair, Bret Hart/Owen Hart, Chris Benoit/Kurt Angle, The Rock/Chris Jericho, A.J. Styles/Christopher Daniels, Brock Lesnar/Kurt Angle, TAZ/Sabu! Even Samoa Joe/C.M. Punk and none of those bouts (as great as they were) were as stiff as this! No words I can give can describe this one. JUST SEE IT! AJ Styles and Matt Sydal (WWE's Evan Bourne) vs. Dragon Kid and Genki Horiguchi - In this ROH Vs. Dragon Gate bout, this was a VERY fast paced bout (the total opposite of Joe/Kobashi)! I have heard of this Dragon Kid but this was the first time I had ever seen him and he was impressive. As for Matt Sydal (Evan Bourne), if all you know is his WWE time, then you really need to see him here! Fast paced action from beginning to end! KENTA vs. Austin Aries - Believe it or not, Austin Aries was actually fan favorite at this time and one half of the ROH World Tag Team Championship (his partner, I think, was Roderick Strong). This was for a number 1 contender for the ROH championship and it was a sight to behold! Several false finishes until Kenta puts Austin away with a move he originated, the GTS (most known to WWE fans as the finisher of C.M. Punk). Great matchup! Bryan Danielson (WWE's Daniel Bryan) vs. Lance Storm (ROH World Title Match) - Lance Storm proved he still had it in this title match against Bryan Danielson. And for those that only know Danielson as Daniel Bryan in WWE, you need to see this one! Nicely paced match with back and forth action seeing Storm nearly take the ROH title on many occassions before falling to Danielson's "Cattle Mutilation" move! Great bout! Samoa Joe vs. Kikutaro with Mick Foley - This is more of a filler for this DVD. Nothing special as far as the match up itself as Joe pretty much squashes this guy! The real action happens afterwards as both Foley and Austin Aries pretty much jump Joe! Worth one look. CM Punk vs. Terry Funk - Unless you are a die-hard C.M. Punk or Terry Funk fan, this one isn't that special either. This is more to push Punk and his partner at the time Colt Cabanna as major heels in ROH! Still, got to give Funk credit for still getting there to wrestle! Worth one look. Jay and Mark Briscoe vs. Naruki Doi and Shingo (ROH World Tag Team Title Match) - Another Dragon Gate Vs. ROH match up with the ROH Tag Titles on the line! Plenty of action and false finishes until the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ring of Honor: Greatest Rivalries; Brand: CM Punk; Review: Though this is an ROH release, I would put their action up against anyone past or present. That includes WWE, TNA, ECW (original one), AWA, WCW/NWA, World Class, Mid-South/UWF or Mid-Southern! To this release itself, it starts slow, picks up in the middle and kind of cools down at the end BUT there isn't one bad match on here! Let's get to the matches: C.M. Punk Vs. Raven (Dog Collar Chain Match) - This was the blow-off of their feud as C.M. Punk was looking to make a name for himself at the expense of Raven and push his "straight-edge" philosophy (similiar to his feud with Jeff Hardy in WWE and his short lived group "The Straight Edge Society"). While I've seen worse (no D.C.M. matches Piper Vs. Valentine from the early 80's), it has its moments! Ends when Colt Cabana comes in and DDT's Raven, allowing Punk to get the victory. Samoa Joe Vs. Homicide (ROH World Title Match) - It begins as basically a 4 on 1 match as Homicide had a manager (can't remember the name) and his Rockwiler partners (one of which was Low-Ki, better known to WWE fans as Kabal) at ringside but the referee quickly banned them for this match. From there, it was a back and forth bout with both men taking the other's best moves! Have to admit, Homicide's tougher than I thought! He even survived Joe's "Muscle Buster"! In the end, Joe would retain his title after using his Kokina Clutch/Chokehold to knock the "187" out for the win! The last laugh would belong to Homicide however as The Rockwilers came back out to beat Joe down! Great match though! BJ Whitmer w/Daisy Hayes vs. Jimmy Jacobs w/Lacey (Steel Cage Match) - This has to be one of the craziest cage matches ever! This is not only wild by ROH standards, this could've easily have been part of ECW lore! It is that violent! Chairs, tables, railroad spikes and even the dreaded barbwire baseball bat is used in this one! Adding to the mayhem was the respective seconds for the wrestlers though they weren't that much of a factor other than to get their respective charges some weapons! Ends with an awesome backsplash through a table that has to be seen to be believed! AJ Styles w/Mick Foley vs. Jimmy Rave w/Prince Nanna - In this match, the first to use their version of the face-first piledriver (Styles Clash) will win the match and the loser can no longer use that finisher! This was a pretty intense affair that was mostly athletic as very little weapons were used save a chair and a table at the end. Speaking of the end, it comes when A.J. gives his "Styles Clash" to Rave from the ropes.....THROUGH THE TABLE! Also, check out the post-match speech from Mick Foley. Hilarious! Jay and Mark Briscoe vs. Austin Aries and Roderick Strong (ROH World Tag Team Title Match) - Hard hitting tag team match! Admittedly, this opened my eyes to Austin Aries as I have only seen his heel; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ring of Honor: Bloodstained Honor; Brand: Samoa Joe; Review: Ring Of Honor is known for the best technical wrestling on the planet but from time to time, it was known for some of the most bloody action anywhere! Here is a sample of that: Samoa Joe vs. Jay Briscoe (ROH World Title in a cage) - While best known for his tag team exploits with his brother Mark, Jay Briscoe has had good runs as a singles wrestler and has come close to winning the ROH singles title himself! Here, he takes on Samoa Joe in a cage match where Joe can only win by pinfall or submission while Jay can win by those means as well as escape the cage! I would call this one a MUST VIEW! In this one, Jay is split open like a pig and takes a tremendous beating at the hands of Joe. We also see a run-in by A.J. Styles on Mark Briscoe. Ends with an awesome "Muscle Buster" from the top rope! Joe retains his title! The Second City Saints (CM Punk & Ace Steel) vs. The Prophecy (Dan Maff & BJ Whitmer) - This tag team match was a Chicago Street Fight. While not that bloody, it does get violent and has some sick spots! Ends when Ace Steel executes a tombstone piledriver on B.J. Whitmer......through a table! Good match though not really a must view! CM Punk vs. Jimmy Rave (Dog Collar Chain Match) - This was a brutal affair that saw outside interference from The Embassy! Ends when Rave hits two sick chair shots on an already battered Punk for the win. Generation Next (Austin Aries, Roderick Strong, Jack Evans, Matt Sydal) vs. The Embassy (Jimmy Rave, Alex Shelley, Abyss, Prince Nana) - The rules of this cage match were a combination of WCW's WarGames and WWE's Royal Rumble in that it starts with two people and it alternates between teams until all the men have came out. Eliminations can happen at any point during the match and people can fight outside the cage as well as inside but the pinfalls or submissions must take place inside the ring! This was a bloody affair that saw not only issues between the two factions but a personal issue between Roderick Strong and Jimmy Rave as Rave attacked Jade Chung (who had left The Embassy and became Roderick's on-screen girlfriend). The only disadvantage had to be for Generation Next because of Abyss (who was 6'6" and weighed 360lbs.) but that didn't stop them. Several high impact moves and high spots (especially from Jack Evans)! Ends with Generation Next getting the duke and getting revenge on The Embassy! This one is a MUST VIEW! Colt Cabana vs. Homicide (Ghetto Street Fight) - In this one, the loser is the one that submits to his opponent so basically this was an "I Quit" match! While I like Colt Cabana, this was not one of his better matches as this was just a way to continue their feud! Homicide pretty much dominates and wins this one even though the ref is the one that stopped; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TNA Wrestling: The Best of Samoa Joe: Unstoppable; Brand: Samoa Joe; Review: I have seen my share of brutal wrestling but this has to be some of the best quality and brutal bouts I have ever seen! Samoa Joe was a beast! This covers June of 2005 until January of 2006. Let's get to it: June 2005 Vs. Sonja Dutt - This was Joe's debut and it was devestating! Except for a few moments, Dutt was pretty much dominated here! July 2005 vs. Chris Sabin - Arguably Joe's stiffiest test at this point as he took on one half of the future Motor City Machine Guns! While Joe was dominant, Sabin gave him a run for little bit before falling to Joe! Excellent match! August 2005 vs. A.J. Styles - This was the finals of the Super X Cup and these two proved why they were and still are two of the best in the world! Even the run-in by then-X Division Champion Christopher Daniels doesn't really spoil this match! September 11, 2005 (Unbreakable) vs. Christopher Daniels (X-Division Champion) vs. A.J. Styles - This match is legendary in TNA lore. I personally call it one of the best Triple Threat Matches ever in wrestling, not just TNA! These guys did things I had never seen and it deserves the praise it gets! October 2005 vs. Jushin Thunder Liger - Good match but it should've been longer! With a guy like Joe and a legend like Liger, this match should've been a show-stealer! As it was it was a good match but it is arguably the WORST on this DVD compared to the other matches. November 2005 with Christopher Daniels, Roderick Strong and Alex Shelly vs. Chris Sabin, Matt Bentley, Sonjay Dutt and Autin Aries - This bout was an excellent X-Division 8 man elimination tag team match BUT that isn't the story here! Watch what happens after the match! It made even me (a hardend fan of 26 years) even cringe! December 2005 vs. A.J. Styles (X-Division Champion) - In response to what happened at the end of the previous bout, A.J. Styles (the champion) CHALLENGES Joe to this match! Styles and Joe put on another classic but Joe continues his win streak and takes the X-Division title in the process. January 2006 vs. Christopher Daniels - In this match, Daniels seeks revenge and the X-Division title from Joe but Joe eventually savages Christopher Daniels so bad that A.J. Styles had to throw in the towel to save him! Brutal ending to this! Overall, this is an excellent purchase! There are three more matches that were not discussed in this review featuring Delirious, Amazing Red and Jay Lethal which were pretty much squashes that lasted under 5 minutes or less so I left those out! We also get to hear from the man himself on this release too! Excellent purchase whether used or brand new!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TNA Wrestling; Brand: Kurt Angle; Review: First, let me say that this DVD covers Kurt Angle's time before pro wrestling and in TNA though WWE is mentioned during the interview parts! Even certain stars such as Undertaker and HHH are mentioned briefly. As a fan, I wish there wasn't any political boundaries because to do this DVD right, you would need both WWE's and TNA's cooperation in terms of match selection. I should also mention that Kurt and his now ex-wife Karen were getting a divorce at the time of this release though she is both shown and mentioned in it. That being said, this 2-disc DVD set is still excellent and gives you a good biography of Kurt in between the matches. We hear from his brothers, his mom, coaches, his manager and even wrestling legend Bruno Sammartino and (of course) Kurt himself! Now, let's get to the matches: Vs. Samoa Joe - This was from TNA Wrestling: Genesis 2006 and it was their first ever meeting. The hype for this bout was incredible and to give you an idea of the scope of this, Samoa Joe (prior to this bout) had gone undefeated in one on one competition from May 2005 until this bout....WHICH WAS IN NOVEMBER 2006! This undefeated streak has been compared to Goldberg's in WCW but I think Joe's was more impressive considering he took on the top competition just about the entire run of this streak rather than pad it up with lesser competition and then take on the top talent like they did with Goldberg BUT I digress. Joe was incredible and nearly unstoppable so for TNA (who used some thought for once) to get Angle to take him on and beat him was a smart move and the right move! Smart because 1. he is (Angle) one of the best out there and 2. he's one of the few that could believably defeat Joe besides past names like Bret Hart, Harley Race, Vader (WCW era) or Chris Benoit. The match itself could've been longer BUT it was still awesome for what it was. Kurt gets "colored" (term for bleed) during this and that actually made the intensity go up a few notches! Ends with Angle not only defeating Joe but making him tap out to his patened anklelock for one of the rare submission loses for Joe! Great outing for both guys and both looked strong in this! Vs. Samoa Joe - This rematch takes place at TNA Wrestling: Turning Point 2006 and, in my opinion, this one was even BETTER than the Genesis match! This time, it is Joe who gets the submission victory as he used his Kokina Clutch submission to get Angle to tap out for a rare submission win on Kurt! Again, it was done in a way that didn't diminish either guy so well done! Vs. Samoa Joe (30 Minute Ironman Match) - This rubber match takes place at TNA Wrestling: Final Resolution 2007! Great match up as you got to see various near-fals, pin attempts and submissions! Ends with a cliffhanger as Angle avoids; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Panther; Brand: ; Review: I've seen a few motion comics but this one has to be one of the better ones I've seen. Plus, it actually had a good story! For those of you that aren't familiar with The Black Panther. He is an African king of a nation in Africa called Wakanda. A nation (in the Marvel Universe) that has a reputation of being fierce warriors and technologically more advanced than China, Japan, The Middle East or even The United States! Furthermore, they have never been conquered or defeated in their history! As for the Panther title itself, it is a hereditary title that is usually passed on through the generations but can be earned by a Wakandan citizen through combat with whoever is the current Black Panther. This story is of the current B.P., T'Challa. He gains the throne through this combat and in addition to ruling Wakanda, he is also looking for the man that murdered his father and younger brother when he was a child. Meanwhile, that man (who is a revamped version of Klaw) is assembling his own force which includes a version of The Black Knight, The Juggernaut and Batroc The Leaper to take over Wakanda and finish the job of taking out the whole Panther bloodline! The United States Government is also looking to move in for their own interests. Storm of the X-Men, who in the comics becomes T'Challa's wife, also makes an appearance as she comes to aid B.P. and the Wakanda nation in their battle. It has and makes an interesting commentary on how people view each other in the world and makes subtile statements and stances on many subjects, particularly racism, religion and faith. There is some violence in it that is brief but at times graphic. I would recommend this movie to older kids to adults as this may not be suitable for young children. It stars Djimon Hounsou as Black Panther/T'Challa, Kerry Washington as Suri (B.P.'s sister), Alfre Woodard as Queen Mother & Doni Reese (the latter character is a take on Condolezza Rice) and R & B singer Jill Scott as Storm. If you are a comic head or a Marvel fan or just want to see a positive image of a black character, then check this one out!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TNA- No Surrender 2009; Brand: Kurt Angle; Review: Prior to Hulk Hogan & Eric Bischoff coming to TNA, the company was actually getting better and getting back to the way they used to be! TNA No Surrender 2009 (along with TNA Wrestling: Bound For Glory 2009, Turning Point 2009 & Final Resolution 2009) were good to great shows! Were they perfect?! No! Did they make nearly anything that TNA is putting out currently look shameful?! YES! Anyway, let's get to this card: Taylor Wilde & Sarita Vs. The Beautiful People (Finals Of The TNA Knockout Tag Team Championship Tournament) - Originally scheduled to be Velvet Sky & Angelina Love for the B.P.'s, a real life business conflict forced Love out of TNA for a time. Madison Rayne replaced Love for this match and became an official member of the B.P.'s. Meanwhile, the team of Wilde and Sarita was becoming a very popular tag team in TNA. Commentator Mike Tenay said that Scott D'Amore compared them to a female version of the Rock n Roll Express. Personally, I look at them as versions of WWE's Lita & Trish Stratus and how they could've looked if they would've been a regular team! Anyway, the match itself was good for what it was. My only real complaint is that it was a little too short and considering this was the finals of a new championship, you would think this would've been a bit higher in the card! Nevertheless, it did put Sarita and Wilde over and they became the first Knockout Tag Team Champions! Good opener! Hernandez Vs. Eric Young - Quick squash match to put over the storyline between Hernandez & World Elite (that was lead by Young)! Nothing special but still a good thing to watch. Christopher Daniels Vs. Samoa Joe (X-Division Championship Match) - This was definitely a return to the past match and a good one at that! Much like A.J. Styles and Daniels, I don't think Joe and Daniels can have a match that sucks! While nowhere near the intensity of their past matches, it is still a good match. I will give credit to TNA writing on this one too. They did a good job building this one up by using the past of these two men. While I would've loved to have seen Daniels win over Joe, I am not complaining about Joe getting the nod here. At least they made Christopher Daniels look strong in defeat. Joe retains the X-Division title. "The Pope" D'Angelo Dinero Vs. Suicide (Falls Count Anywhere Match) - Most of this wild and fun bout took place outside of the ring. I am not sure but I think they were only in the ring for about a minute or so in the whole match! We saw Dinero try to run over Suicide with a golf cart, Suicide exposing Dinero's "moon" and other crazy spots! Ends when Suicide tries to do a leg drop off of the stage onto Dinero through a table but misses! Dinero quickly gets the pin and wins the match! Also, check out the interview prior to the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Captain America : First Avenger; Brand: Chris Evans; Review: Is Captain America: The First Avenger perfect? No. Is it the best live-action interpretation of the character? You betcha! In fact, of all the Avenger movies, this one is my favorite so far (though I DO love all of them). For those that like storylines, I would recommend watching this film first, then Iron-Man, then Incredible Hulk, then Iron-Man 2, then Thor. This film makes those other four make more sense as there are clues and elements (and character links) that show up in those movies that are shown here. On the film itself, I found it to be dramatic fun! The 3D effects in it I found satisfactory as well as the bonus features. I loved this film in the movies and I like it here. Would recommend the film itself no matter the format!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
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Title: Barnett Ghost 350 CRT Crossbow Package (Quiver, 3 - 20-Inch Arrows and Illuminated 3x32mm Scope); Brand: Barnett Crossbows; Review: all i can say is holy sh!@#$% this bow is fast. i have an older horton and was looking for another horton. i couldnt find what i was looking for from horton. i have the maximum impact. it shots at 305 fps @175 lb draw. same as this newer barnett. however the barnett ghost 350 shots at 350 fps. this bow is very easy to set up i had it grouping an inch @ 30 yards. if your looking for a great bow at a great price it is hard to beat the ghost 350. the quiver is kinda cheesey but does its job. the trigger pull is nice and easy. the scope is nice. it is also lite to carry. i would buy another if i needed to have 3 crossbows.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: G 5 Outdoors Montec 100 Grain 1-1/16" Cut Broadheads (3 Pack); Brand: G 5 Outdoors; Review: these are very sharp and made of good quality materials. i would have no worries at all shoting a deer or wild hog at 50 yards with these on the end of my crossbow bolts.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mad Rock Super Tech Screw Carabiner (Black); Brand: Mad Rock; Review: there were recieved in a timely manner ans were as described. i punchased the for tree stand safety. hopefully i will never have to see if they work; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SGT KNOTS® Paracord - 300 Feet; Brand: ; Review: i ordered coyote brown i got black. just my luck. it isnt worth sending it back ill jus have to deal with it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: X20 4 Buckle Dual Sized USCG Approved Floatation Life Vest; Brand: ; Review: these are nice pfd there small medium is only a 3 buckle not 4 as in description. however still worth the money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Power Pro Microfilament Line; Brand: ; Review: it is hit or miss with power pro. i have got spools that didnt have any flaws in the line. and i have got spools that have many flaws in the line. this spool had a couple. power pro says it is ok i disagree for the kind of money it costs it shouldnt have flaws. and power pro will not replace it. its a gamble; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Power Pro Microfilament Line; Brand: ; Review: it is hit or miss with power pro. i have got spools that didnt have any flaws in the line. and i have got spools that have many flaws in the line. this spool had a couple. power pro says it is ok i disagree for the kind of money it costs it shouldnt have flaws. and power pro will not replace it. its a gamble; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Power Pro Microfilament Line; Brand: ; Review: it is hit or miss with power pro. i have got spools that didnt have any flaws in the line. and i have got spools that have many flaws in the line. this spool had a couple. power pro says it is ok i disagree for the kind of money it costs it shouldnt have flaws. and power pro will not replace it. its a gamble; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Power Pro Microfilament Line; Brand: ; Review: it is hit or miss with power pro. i have got spools that didnt have any flaws in the line. and i have got spools that have many flaws in the line. this spool had a couple. power pro says it is ok i disagree for the kind of money it costs it shouldnt have flaws. and power pro will not replace it. its a gamble; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: O'Neill Wetsuits Basic Skins Short Sleeve Crew; Brand: ; Review: this is a quality made shirt. it will serve its purpose. it will keep you comfortable in the wet suit or cool when outta the water with sun protection.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OverBoard Waterproof Duffel Bag; Brand: ; Review: the only reason i got this bag was to store my life jackets in to help protect them from the elements. it will do that with no problem; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: OverBoard Waterproof Duffel Bag; Brand: ; Review: the only reason i got this bag was to store my life jackets in to help protect them from the elements. it will do that with no problem; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: OverBoard Waterproof Duffel Bag; Brand: ; Review: the only reason i got this bag was to store my life jackets in to help protect them from the elements. it will do that with no problem; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: OverBoard Waterproof Duffel Bag; Brand: ; Review: the only reason i got this bag was to store my life jackets in to help protect them from the elements. it will do that with no problem; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Cressi Palau Light Weight Travel Snorkeling Swim Fins (Made in Italy); Brand: ; Review: these seem to be made pretty good time will tell. they are smaller than most fins but thats ok . i ordered them for the kids so thats not an issue; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Okuma Avenger Spinning Reel Clam Pack; Brand: Okuma Fishing; Review: these little reels seem to be good reels i have several okuma reels and have had no issues with any of them. dont let the photo fool you. they do not come with a pare spool. i ordered 3 of these and none of them had the spare spool like it shows in the photo; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fulton 1200 Pounds Trailer Tongue Jack, 6-Inch Poly Wheel; Brand: Fulton; Review: these seem to be made very well. the added grease fitting makes it even better. i have several of these and all have performed as it should i will buy again when needed; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Wilton Christmas Cookie Boxes, 4-Pack; Brand: Wilton; Review: Thanks!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Staples? Letter/Legal File Box, Clear; Brand: Thasaba; Review: A+; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 3M Filtrete FAPF02 Air Cleaning Filter Replacement; Brand: 3M; Review: A+; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sili Slicer Spiral Slicer Combo - Includes Spiralizer, Ceramic Vegetable Peeler, and Cleaning Brush; Brand: Sili Slicer; Review: Great item to use for healthy meal prep!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Zinus Gene 16 Inch SmartBase Deluxe Mattress Foundation / 2 Extra Inches high for Under-bed Storage; Brand: Zinus; Review: Great product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: Maximal Power DB OLY BLS-1 Replacement Battery for Olympus Digital Camera/Camcorder - Black; Brand: MaximalPower; Review: The battery works as advertised. It fits the camera and gives me an emergency power supply when needed. Good buy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Zeikos ZE-LCH1 Lens Cap Holder Keeper String Safty Cord For Canon Nikon Sony DSLR Cameras, D3200, D3300, D3400, D5300,; Brand: Zeikos; Review: Bought because I am always losing my lens cap. It works ok and keeps my lens cap from walking off.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Olympus PEN E-PL1 12.3MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless Digital Camera with 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens; Brand: Olympus; Review: I would like a remote shutter release and a eye level viewfinder. There is an accessory for the latter, but not the former. The camera takes great photos and allows me to use some of my old Pentax K mount lenses, I give it an eight out of ten.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fotodiox 10CAP-M43-R Rear Lens Cap for Micro 4/3 (Micro Four Third Lens, MFT), fits Olympus PEN and Panasonic Lumix; Brand: Fotodiox; Review: Does what it is supposed to do. A little loose on one lens, but works very good on the factory lens.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Vivitar 3-Piece Multi-Coated HD Filter Set (40.5mm UV/CPL/ND8); Brand: Vivitar; Review: Nice filters for camera. Was wanting ultraviolet to protect lens but for a very few dollars more got three filters.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Olympus VF-3 Electronic Viewfinder (Silver); Brand: Olympus; Review: Adds versatility by allowing sports photography and better focusing with manual lens. Viewfinder a little washed out but quite useable. Otherwise works as described.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Gateway DX4870-UR3D Desktop (3.0 GHz Intel Core i5-3330 Processor, 8GB DDR3, 1TB HDD, Windows 8) Black (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Gateway; Review: Wouldn't even boot up with the old monitor I was using. Called Gateway and they worked with me and finally told me to send it back for guarantee but on a whim I changed monitors and everything works fine now..; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Olympus M. 40-150mm F4.0-5.6 R Zoom Lens (Silver) for Olympus and Panasonic Micro 4/3 Cameras; Brand: Olympus; Review: excellent lens!! Absolutely wonderful for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seagate Backup Plus 1TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0 (Blue)(STBU1000102); Brand: Seagate; Review: Nice compact and portable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: E Support 1/2 Inch 20 Feet Split Loom Wire Flexible Tubing Conduit Hose; Brand: E Support; Review: What I needed.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: SanDisk Ultra Fit CZ43 64GB USB 3.0 Low-Profile Flash Drive Up To 150MB/s Read- SDCZ43-064G-G46 [Older Version]; Brand: SanDisk; Review: nice and compact. Can leave it plugged into the laptop.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GRM0119801 - GARMIN 010-01198-01 nuvi 55LM 5quot; GPS Travel Assistant (Free Lifetime Map Updates with No Ads or Subscription; Brand: Garmin; Review: Ok, bit the interface changed from 50LM making it a little difficult to learn but after getting use to it , it is ok.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: CableWholesale F-Pin 12-Feet RG59 Coaxial Cable, Black (10X2-01112); Brand: CableWholesale; Review: Cheap price but what can you say about a piece of coax?; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: BaoFeng UV-5R Dual Band Two Way Radio (Black); Brand: BaoFeng; Review: For the price it would be very hard to top. However, the programming while not impossible is very difficult. It actually performs quite well when it is set up properly. I did not use the computer but manually programmed several simplex and repeater frequencies. It will do it all if you are patient enough to set it up.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: The Deer Hunter (1978); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Others (2001); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Secondhand Lions (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Family Man (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spirited Away (2002); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Memento (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fight Club (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fog of War (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lost in La Mancha (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Raising Arizona (1987); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Spellbound (2002); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Sideways (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Capturing the Friedmans (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Meet the Fockers (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Million Dollar Baby (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Mystic River (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Aviator (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Stepford Wives (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: The Terminal (2004); Rating: 2.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: UE BOOM Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - Blue Steel; Brand: Ultimate Ears; Review: I love this speaker. It has been in my travel bag for a few months and the sound is crisp and clear.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sonos Connect – Wireless Home Audio Receiver Component for Streaming Music, Amazon certified and works with Alexa.; Brand: Sonos; Review: I have a few other Sonos products and this is a great way to connect to my existing stereo system.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sonos Play:3 – Mid-Sized Wireless Smart Home Speaker for Streaming Music, Amazon certified and works with Alexa. (Black); Brand: Sonos; Review: Excellent steaming product. The sound from the Sonos Play 3 is excellent.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BlueRigger Digital Optical Audio Toslink Cable (3 feet); Brand: BlueRigger; Review: Excellent cable does the job for a good price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sonos Playbar – Sound Bar for TV to Wirelessly Stream from your TV or smart device. Works with Alexa.; Brand: Sonos; Review: Excellent sound.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SONOS BRIDGE for Sonos Wireless Network (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Sonos; Review: Works great, love the SONOS system.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: APC 6-Outlet Wall Surge Protector 1080 Joules, SurgeArrest Essential (P6W); Brand: APC; Review: I bought two of these for my home office. The surge protection works as expected and having the outlets on the side is great for the narrow space application I have.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: V-MODA Crossfade M-80 Vocal On-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone, White Silver; Brand: V-MODA; Review: Bought these as a present for my wife. She loves them and uses them quite a bit. Good sound for the price.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: RND Apple Certified Lightning to USB 1.5FT Cable for iPhone (XS, XS Max, XR, X, 8, 8 Plus,; Brand: RND; Review: Does what is it supposed to do. Good charging cable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Apple Certified Lightning to USB Cable - 3 Feet (0.9 Meters) - White; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Does what it is supposed to do. Good charging cable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Toploader Zoom 45 Camera Case From Lowepro – Top Loading Case For Your DSLR Camera and Lens; Brand: Lowepro; Review: Great holster bag.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Ohuhu Bike Cover Waterproof Outdoor Bicycle Cover for Mountain and Road Bikes; Brand: Ohuhu; Review: Thin, lightweight, but STILL is waterproof! Good product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: U.S. Polo Assn. Men's Basic Puffer Vest; Brand: U.S. Polo Assn.; Review: Got this for an Xmas gift for brother - GORGEOUS color and looks to be a great quality vest! He will love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seattle Sports Universal Scupper Plugs; Brand: Seattle Sports; Review: Bought a few year's ago - STILL working - great scupper!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inflatable SUP Stand Up Paddle Board and 3PC w/ Paddle 9' 9"; Brand: Aqua Marina; Review: This was my first purchase in the SUP products available. Nice for folks living in apartments with a small car. Cannot stand on it as I cannot pump the board up to highest air capacity. I believe a child or 90 lb female could stand no problem, though. I looked for a different electric-type pump to fit the SUP's air intake valve - very hard to find without spending $150 or more. I used this for two summers and kneeled on it to ride it - absolutely LOVED it and wanted something I could stand on. Had to buy a non-inflatable for a similar price.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Gaiam Classic Balance Ball Chair – Exercise Stability Yoga Ball Premium Ergonomic Chair for Home and Office Desk with Air; Brand: Gaiam; Review: Received in good condition from Amazon Warehouse. Great price, too. Sitting on it now - eases the pressure on my spine! Get one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
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Title: Mediabridge HDMI Cable (6 Feet) Supports 4K@60Hz, High Speed, Hand-Tested, HDMI 2.0 Ready - UHD, 18Gbps, Audio Return Channel; Brand: Mediabridge; Review: Nice Quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mediabridge HDMI Cable (10 Feet) Supports 4K@60Hz, High Speed, Hand-Tested, HDMI 2.0 Ready - UHD, 18Gbps, Audio Return Channel; Brand: Mediabridge; Review: Nice Quality; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics High-Speed HDMI Cable - 9.8 Feet (3 Meters) Supports Ethernet, 3D, 4K and Audio Return; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Top Notch for the money; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cheetah Mounts APFMSB TV Wall Mount Bracket for 20-55” TVs Up To VESA 400 and 115 lbs including a Twisted; Brand: Cheetah; Review: Great Deal and the unit is easy to assemble and install on the wall.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Evecase Small Camera Shoulder; Brand: Evecase; Review: Nice size and quality for the price. We purchased this case to hold our Samsung WB1100F. It fits nicely and there is room for accesseries like the aftermarket battiers and wall/car charger we bought to go with the camera.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rexing V1P; Brand: REXING; Review: Installed this unit per the instructions back in May 2017. It is now 4 months later and today the double stick foam tape has separated; so 1/2 is on the windshield and the other 1/2 on the bracket. The unit now hangs by the cables. See attached photo. Poor choice of a cheep tape for a quality camera system.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Harbinger Pro Non-Wristwrap Vented Wash & Dry Glove with Padded Leather Palm (Old Style); Brand: Harbinger; Review: Great gloves that have stood up to a ton of regular use and abuse.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Puma Monoline Performance Glove, White; Brand: PUMA; Review: This glove is almost worn out after 18 holes.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Brush T Golf Tees; Brand: Brush T; Review: I am a huge fan of brush tees. They don't break like conventional wood tees and these have differing heights, which allow for use with different types of clubs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mares 3mm Classic Medium Sole Zipper Dive Boots; Brand: Mares; Review: These dive boots are incredible. They fit very well (one half size below your standard shoe size, per other reviewers as well). When you swim water will come in, but sand will not.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: YogaAddict Men Yoga Shorts, Comfortable Pants, For Any Yoga, Pilates, Outdoor; Brand: YogaAddict; Review: Great fit and feel. I would have expected them to be warm/hot because of the material, but turns out that's not an issue for me. I wear these to yoga and to lounge around the house. I plan on ordering another soon.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hey! Play! 80-76090 Bocce Ball Set- Outdoor Family Bocce Game for Backyard, Lawn, Beach & More- 4 Red; Brand: Hey! Play!; Review: These are high quality bocce balls. They are heavy, have a great feel and look to them.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Callaway Men's Xtreme 365 Golf Gloves (Pack of 2); Brand: Callaway; Review: Quality for value is great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Attmu 2 Pack Outdoor Survival Paracord Bracelet with Fire Starter Scraper Whistle Kits; Brand: Attmu; Review: It's bulkier than I expected, particularly around the latch.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Compression Calf Sleeves Perfect for Men or Women Looking To Boost Circulation and Aid Faster Recovery. Helps Shin Splints; Brand: EDYELL; Review: Comfortable. Well-constructed. Good purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cleveland Golf Men's 588 Hybrid Wood; Brand: Cleveland Golf; Review: Boom! Light, powerful and easy. This club is awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Powerflex Compression Short; Brand: ; Review: Too small by far.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Cleveland Golf Men's CG Black Driver 2015; Brand: Cleveland Golf; Review: This driver is unreal. It's light and balls come screaming off the head. I love this thing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Columbia Sportswear Men's Trailhead Long Sleeve Shirt; Brand: Columbia; Review: Insanely large.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Graduated Compression Socks for Women & Men, Boost Performance, Circulation & Recovery, Stockings for Sports, Running, Nurses, Shin Splints,; Brand: DANISH ENDURANCE; Review: These compression socks are very comfortable. I appreciate all of the conturing around the foot. The details here are great: each sock denotes left or right. That demonstrates to me the care that this company has with their product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saucony Men's Alpha Run Short; Brand: Saucony; Review: Great running shorts. Slightly large, but very comfortable to wear to the gym or for a run. Material is very comfortable. The only down side is that there's only one pocket.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NIKE Cruiser Team Sunglasses - EV0893; Brand: Nike; Review: Comfortable especially for those with a wider head like myself. Relatively light weight. Good on the bridge of the nose. Very sturdy. Nice that it comes with a cloth case for storage and cleaning.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ELEMENTEX Naga Kids Snorkel Set with Trek Fins and Carrying Bag; Brand: ELEMENTEX; Review: Loved these. The clasp on the back works great for getting on and off; stays securely fastened throughout swimming. The eye ports are huge and stay crystal clear. Gotta love the included ear buds as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reebok NHL Men's Jersey Crest Tee; Brand: Reebok; Review: It fits great and looks great. Go Bolts!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Medicine Ball; Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Good tactile feel and quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Men's Compression Pants/Baselayer Top; Brand: TSLA; Review: I love this! It's my go-to for running because it prevents the all-too-common problem of nipple chaffing. It has worn very well over repeated use too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neleus Men's 3 Pack Compression Short,047#,Black,Blue,White,L; Brand: Neleus; Review: These are good quality compression shorts that I actually use as everyday underwear. They're comfortable, keep everything in place and it's not a problem to wear them all day.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: New Balance Men's 5K Run Tech Top; Brand: New Balance; Review: Great shirt. I use it for lifting not running. Good slim or snug fit.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bodylastics Upgraded Gym Resistance Bands Handles with Solid ABS Cores, TPR Waffle Grip, Super Strong Nylon; Brand: Bodylastics; Review: Definitely an upgrade from the included handles in my resistance band set. Very sturdy and comfortable grip.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TSLA Men's Compression Pants Baselayer Cool Dry Sports Tights Leggings MUP19; Brand: TSLA; Review: Great, but really tight.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Resistance Bands - 11pc Set - With Door Anchor & Ankle Strap for Legs Workout & Carry Case; Brand: Master of Muscle; Review: The bands themselves are great, but the included handles are really poor and flex really bad under a minimum amount of resistance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: TSLA Men's Compression Pants Baselayer Cool Dry Sports Tights Leggings MUP19; Brand: TSLA; Review: Great, but really tight.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: LUENX Aviator Sunglasses Womens Polarized Mirror with Case - UV 400 Protection 60MM; Brand: LUENX; Review: Great sunglasses.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Champion Men's Powerblend Retro Fleece Jogger Pant; Brand: ; Review: Comfortable, warm, but a little bigger cut through the thighs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: BlenderBottle SportMixer Signature Sleek Shaker Bottle, Diamond Native Black, 28-Ounce; Brand: Blender Bottle; Review: This works very well and it's aesthetically pleasing. My only issue is that it's pretty difficult to open/close the hatched lid.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Sports_and_Outdoors |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol. 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell 2 (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Yu Yu Hakusho (1992); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Read Or Die (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wolf's Rain (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FLCL (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cowboy Bebop Remix (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trigun (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Last Samurai (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Inu-Yasha (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol. 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cowboy Bebop: The Movie (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers: Extended Edition (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Extended Edition (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Space Ghost Coast to Coast: Vol. 2 (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sealab 2021: Season 1 (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rurouni Kenshin (1997); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big O (1999); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Big O II (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mobile Fighter: G Gundam (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Space Ghost Coast to Coast: Vol. 1 (1994); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Samurai X (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Witch Hunter Robin (2002); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Outlaw Star: Vol. 3 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fullmetal Alchemist (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Aqua Teen Hunger Force: Vol. 3 (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Outlaw Star: Vol. 2 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Outlaw Star: Vol. 1 (2000); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Neon Genesis Evangelion Collection (1995); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Troy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Italian Job (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Starsky & Hutch (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Spider-Man 2 (2004); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lost in Translation (2003); Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death and Rebirth (1995); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Inu-Yasha: The Movie: Affections Touching Across Time (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Last Exile (2003); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: CLC 1134 Carpenter's Tool Backpack with 44 Pockets and Padded Back Support; Brand: Custom Leathercraft; Review: I ordered this pack about a month ago and figured I would give it a little before reviewing it. First: The issue of the bottom not being flat. The bottom of the pack isn't a loose and flimsy as a few of the comments have made it out to be. The bottom stays nice and flat when all zipped up and I have had no problems leaving it on uneven surfaces. Storage in this thing is amazing. I work in cable and I seriously have everything in here. A mini drill, buttset, all my tools, ped keys, a mini tackle with all my grounding equipment and cable screws, zip ties, tags, silicone, fittings, splitters....seriously everything. I clip my meter to the handles and also keep a spare 10 feet of cable inside. Almost every one I work with has come to understand why I love my backpack and it's blown people away when they need a part and I can have it right then and there. The zippers feel strong but time will tell. All in all I couldn't ask for a better pack and will buy another if/when this gives out.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: MyShoeCovers Premium Reusable Shoe and Boot Covers for Contractors - Pair | Black - X Large; Brand: MyShoeCovers; Review: (Update due to seller contact) I've added a star due to the seller. Within 24 hours this seller had contacted me about my problem. While I won't use the covers I highly recommend this seller. Fantastic job!) I wanted to like these covers but after a week of winter a can't recommend them. These run a bit small and they soak water. While the water part sounds OK it's not good when you are in a home and the water soaks out the bottom. If you live in a warm/dry place these might be a good choice but aside from that situation I cannot recommend these at all.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Last US Bag AMMB Shoe Cover, Medium, Black, For 8-11 Sizes Shoe; Brand: Diamond Rubber; Review: Amazing! They don't leak and could withstand almost anything. I had a pair for a year and loved them. I'll definitely be ordering more.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Klein Tools NCVT-1 Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Low Battery Indicator and Auto Shutdown; Brand: Klein Tools; Review: As a cable guy I love this thing. The flashlight has come in handy and is bright enough for small tasks. Only issue is that the batteries die quick. That is probably my fault for having cheap batteries though.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: GRDE Zoomable 3 Modes Super Bright LED Headlamp with Rechargeable Batteries, Car Charger, Wall Charger and USB Cable; Brand: GRDE; Review: Super bright.....when fully charged. No charging indicator light. Charger is incredibly short.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: IRWIN Tools VISE-GRIP High-Leverage Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6-inch (1902411); Brand: Irwin Tools; Review: I picked these up in store about a year ago and I am about to order a second set soon. While the original pair I have are still in great shape I figure I may as well replace it. What these are used for: -Cutting rg6 and rg11 (coax) on a daily basis during a 10 hour shift. -I've used these to cut through 2 pad locks, work related I promise.... Maybe.... Probably. -I've cut numerous nails and screws in half with these when needed. -Plastic wall boxes. Sometimes working smarter isn't always a thing. -Brass phone jacks. These things are amazing. I've been doing cable\low voltage for 6 years and these are the best I've owned. If I was able to choose three items to have in order to escape from captivity it would for sure be: This cutter A picture of my family A biscuit. That's how much faith I have in this thing.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AMIR Motion Sensor Light, Cordless Battery-Powered LED Night Light, Stick-anywhere Closet Lights Stair Lights, Safe Lights for Hallway, Bathroom,; Brand: AMIR; Review: Not too bright, not too dim. Just right and doesn't activate at all random odd hours making you think that your house is haunted, causing you to move to another house with the same lights leading to a whole "poltergeist" life situation. Wish I would have gotten these first...; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Tools_and_Home_Improvement |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Bill Wyman's Blues Odyssey: A Journey to Music's Heart & Soul; Author: Visit Amazon's Bill Wyman Page; Review: A coffee table book, pure and simple, with thick, glossy pages full of photos, timelines, and charts. But the prose is the equivalent of a high school term paper--no flow to the paragraphs, themes jumbled and disorganized, little explication or analysis. Sure, it is an encyclopedia of facts, some of them quite interesting, but who wants to read an encyclopedia cover to cover? Apart from the inelegant ghost writing, Wyman's own asides are entirely superfluous. Compare this to Alan Lomax's "The Land Where the Blues Began".; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Juggernaut: Why the System Crushes the Only People Who Can Save It; Author: Visit Amazon's Eric Robert Morse Page; Review: The historical economic analysis of the first half or so of this book was well reasoned and logical (although the absence of footnotes should be noted with an ounce of scepticism). Up to about the FDR administration the argument had more than a modicum of plausibility, but after that it was a rapid slide downhill. Morse's analysis of our recent economic and political climate (a mess, to be sure, perhaps even a "Juggernaut") relied on unsupported premises and mere characterizations. Facts were notably absent and the theory became more and more divorced from reality. By the last portion of the book, it became literally laughable. Here are a few of my favorite examples: 1. Make your own fabric and clothing from a "cotton tree"; don't worry about your skills because present fashions are retro anyway. 2. Soon we will all have Great Fabricator machines that can make anything for each of us on demand (including "filet mignon, three yards of damask silk, a 1965 Ford Mustang"). It will usher in "universal peace and prosperity." ...and the raw materials will come from...? 3. Get yourself a mule and 40 acres on the New Frontier - oh no, he isn't going to say this - yes, floating cities and Venus! He begins hedging his bets: although self-sufficiency is his touchstone, well, maybe a community of 100,000 is fine if everyone joins voluntarily, each neighborhood issues it's own currency, and everyone lives by the motto "harm no one". By this point, I should not have been surprised when he referenced the Tea Party with favor. Was this whole book meant as satire? I hope not because the first half was informative and worthwhile. I hope so, because the second half will bring out the guffaws.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Revelation Space; Author: Visit Amazon's Alastair Reynolds Page; Review: The novel itself was excellent. The Kindle edition, however, was poor. Clearly no human, nor even human/machine cyborg, played any part in digitizing the book. Words were missing, periods appeared at random places in the middle of sentences, section gaps were missing, and, of course, the ever-present uncorrected homonyms abounded. It did not make the book unreadable, only annoying. We are definitely a very long way from the singularity.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Yeti; Author: Visit Amazon's Mike Miller Page; Review: Like the mythical snowman, this book is truly abominable. It is self-published, I presume because no self-respecting publisher would accept it. It is not "literature" in any artistic sense, and is not lurid enough to be pulp fiction. It is a potboiler only. Why do I say this? Let's start with editing: there is none. Using a computer's spellcheck program is not editing, although it seems to pass for such even with the commercial publishers. Clearly, that is all that was done for this book. It is replete with incorrect homonyms, missing words, bad punctuation, and nonsensical phrases. When I say replete, I mean virtually every page, sometimes every paragraph. Here are just a few examples: -- "...soon frightened the lad back to his regimen's commanding officer." How about "regiment"? -- "...but finally he found his query." Is he looking for prey ("quarry") or did his lose his question? -- "Behind the animosity swung a long tail." I would have said "monstrosity", but maybe the emotion itself had a long tail. -- "Recognizing his familiar rifle and coat made delighted him as well." and "The beast was from done." Huh? -- "Its clean white fur was now like a bruised zebra with a striped covering of black and while." I guess you don't want to repeat the word "white" in the same sentence. -- "Conrad awoke with numb lips. He rolled them back into his mouth and rubbed them with his tongues and hands..." Conrad, the many-tongued wonder! In most fiction, including fantasy, an author will try to make the world self-consistent and believable. The author wants the reader to imagine the story is real. This is called verisimilitude. For example, a story set in the Amazon will have bugs and humidity, not sandstorms and kangaroos. The basic physics, geography, and climate of the region in which the story is set will not be compromised, because this jars the reader and destroys verisimilitude. Here is what we find in The Yeti: although set, as the story claims, on one of the highest peaks in a certain portion of the Himalayas, and clearly far above the treeline, it is never difficult to stoke a campfire. Descending from the barren snow-covered summit, one immediately finds densely arboreal forest; no need to pass through any intermediate ecosystems. Up on the summit, there is a lake. Of course the lake has a covering of ice, but it is thin enough to crackle with the weight of a man. Our adventurers, despite having long previously climbed frozen seracs on their ascent, find that the lake is not frozen solid, since the monster can swim underneath the ice blanket. No one ever gets seriously cold nor deprived of oxygen, not even the mule that ascends to the peak. (Little known fact: when Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary reached the top of Everest, they found frozen road apples.) When falling from collapsing footbridges over yawning chasms, a person will pause momentarily in the air (like Wile E. Coyote) before plummeting. The author attempts to write in a pseudo-Victorian manner,; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Hell House; Author: Visit Amazon's Richard Matheson Page; Review: As to the story: a moderately scary update to Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House, with more explicit scenes of horror and sexuality. Three stars. As to the format: do not buy the kindle edition! Unfortunately, sloppy editing using only a spell-check program is far too common in both physical and digital books, but this one is far and away the worst I have yet encountered. Whole paragraphs (perhaps whole pages, how can I tell) are missing, punctuation is random, and the text is a testament to the failure of character recognition software. "Human" becomes "hinnan", "minded" becomes "minci", ad nauseum. The publisher should be sued. I want a refund! Seriously. Zero stars.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Armband Compatible With iPod nano 3G (3rd Generation); Brand: Tune Belt; Review: I absolutely love it. The Ipod fits great, and its comfortabe to use while walking and running. Definately worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: SainSonic Multi-Function Car MP3 Player (Blue Display); Brand: SainSonic; Review: its okay, it works, but sometimes it sound bad and it turns off, on its own.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Teviwin 2 in 1 Slim Capacitive Stylus & Ballpoint Pen for Universal Touch Screens Devices, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad,; Brand: TEVIWIN; Review: They are perfect. they work on my iPad mini and my cellphone. Truly happy with this purchased.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kingston Digital DataTraveler SE9 8GB USB 2.0 DTSE9H/8GBZ; Brand: Kingston; Review: good product!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ESR Yippee Trifold Smart Case for iPad mini, Lightweight Trifold Stand Case with Auto Sleep/Wake, Microfiber; Brand: ESR; Review: love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: TP-Link N300 Wi-Fi Range Extender (TL-WA850RE); Brand: TP-LINK; Review: works great!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: JETech Screen Protector for iPad Mini 1 2 3 (Not for iPad Mini 4), PET Film, 2-Pack; Brand: JETech; Review: its ok!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lepow® POKI Series 10000mah Portable External Battery Pack with 2.1a Output, Safe Lithium-polymer Battery, Fast; Brand: Lepow; Review: I didn't bought it for myself, though my customer was please with it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: 16gb Slim TONIK Mp3 Mp4 Player with 1.8" LCD Screen Fm Radio, Video Games & Movie Silver; Brand: TONIK; Review: I didn't bought it for myself, though my customer was please with it!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Kuzy Gray Ombre Colors Keyboard Cover Silicone Skin for MacBook Pro 13" 15" 17" (with or w/out Retina; Brand: Kuzy; Review: it great! though I forgot my computer keyboard its not in english! :(; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Stitch Quote Ohana Family Experiment 626 Lilo; Brand: DecalPro Designs; Review: love it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with movies/shows as follows:
Title: Finding Neverland (2004); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Killing Zoe (1994); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Flesh Gordon (1974); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: And God Created Woman (1956); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Benny Hill: Complete and Unadulterated: The Naughty Early Years: Set 1 (1969); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dominion: Prequel to the Exorcist (2005); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: House of Sand and Fog (2003); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Real Blonde (1998); Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Zero Woman (1995); Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Cirque du Soleil: Dralion (2000); Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Donnie Darko: Director's Cut (2001); Rating: 5.0/5.0 | netflix |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Sony HTCT260H Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer; Brand: BYL; Review: Even better than I hoped - this thing sounds really great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FOME PU Leather Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard and Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 - (Red); Brand: Focus On Me LLC; Review: This just wasn't for me. The keyboard didn't get along with my fingers and added more bulk than I was willing to carry.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Mount-It MI-310B Heavy-Duty Full Motion Articulating TV Wall Mount for 32 to 60-Inch TVs, VESA Standard up to; Brand: Mount-It!; Review: We have a 50", 99 lb. plasma TV mounted to our wall with this thing and it is not going anywhere. Unless we move it. Which we can do easily to plug or unplug wires or dust or just change the viewing angle. My expectations were lower than the results this gave me. Also, if you read the directions, installation is EASY. Really, really easy. So happy with this purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: View-Master Virtual Reality Starter Pack; Brand: View Master; Review: SO FREAKIN' COOL!!! As a $20 entry into the world of virtual reality, this thing is truly amazing. I got interested in Google cardboard after reading about a surgeon who created a VR sim for himself for a novel and complex surgery he was planning. You can build these on your own and there are other kits available, but this is ready to play with right away. So, I downloaded some random apps and within a couple minutes had my mom riding virtual roller coasters and visiting the alps, my husband exploring fantasy-esque caves, and me playing a point-click haunted house adventure. I'm sure it's no oculus rift, but WOW.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mount Factory - Universal Soundbar Mount Bracket - Sound Bar Speaker for Above or Below TV; Brand: Mount Factory; Review: The installation of these was kind of hard to figure out. They are shaped the way they are to accommodate a variety of TVs and soundbars, so they CAN be installed basically 4 ways curves up or down and curves in and out. They also don't have to be straight up and down. Once we got them arranged properly for our setup, installation was easy. Our soundbar is now hanging below our TV and hasn't budged since we put it up there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Anker 2.4G Wireless Vertical Ergonomic Optical Mouse, 800 / 1200 /1600DPI, 5 Buttons - Black; Brand: Anker; Review: So, I have a job that keeps me at a computer all day and, recently, I had been experiencing pretty bad hand/wrist pain on the right side. I bought this mouse on a whim, just to see if it would help. I actually noticed a HUGE difference after the first day I switched. I wanted to wait a couple of weeks to see if it would last, and it did. I do still get some hand/wrist pain after excessive typing, but my normal day-to-day is so much better. Aside from being a miracle cure, this is a great mouse - smooth, responsive, and enough buttons to be useful. My one and only warning to those who are used to a standard mouse - you know how you go from typing to mouse by just sort of shifting your hand to the side? When you do that with this, you will inevitably not lift your hand enough, karate chop it sideways, and send it flying. I'm getting used to the transition now, but it is different and does take some adjustment. To the mouse's credit, I whacked it completely off my desk onto the floor a few times and it survived just fine.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Ayotu Colorful Case for Kindle Paperwhite Auto Wake/Sleep Smart Protective Cover Case; Brand: Ayotu; Review: <3; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Griffin iTrip Auto FM Transmitter for iPod Black; Brand: Griffin Technology; Review: I have another Griffin Itrip which has served me well. I wanted to put an Ipod in a second vehicle. The Griffin Itrip was my only consideration. Well-pleased with the product and the vendor.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Black Belt Clip Holster Case Shell for Samsung Galaxy S II 2 i777 i9100; Brand: DeCoro; Review: The makers of these holster cases should make them more durable. I really like it, it is ideal for my Samsung Galaxy II. They just don't last very long. I buy two at the time because of the price and short life.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Samsung OEM Micro USB Data Charging Cable 5ft for the Samsung Galaxy S3; Brand: Samsung; Review: Can't beat it! It does the job and I like the 5-foot length too. Many of these cables are only 3-feet long. That's fine in some places, but the 5-foot length is much better. Buy it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mount-It! MI-305L Premium Low-Profile Fixed TV Wall Mount Bracket for 42-70 inch LCD,; Brand: Mount-It!; Review: A great mount! I installed it, which was very simple and straightforward, up near the ceiling in a bedroom. It is very easy to adjust, with plenty of adjustment to get the TV exactly where it is needed for easy viewing. It is very sturdy and id very nice looking. I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mount-It! LCD TV Wall Mount Bracket with Full Motion Swing Out Tilt and Swivel Articulating Arm for; Brand: Mount-It!; Review: A great mount! I installed it, which was very simple and straightforward, up near the ceiling in a bedroom. It is very easy to adjust, with plenty of adjustment to get the TV exactly where it is needed for easy viewing. It is very sturdy and id very nice looking. I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Insten Li-Ion Replacement Battery Compatible With Apple iPod Video 5th Generation 60G / 80G; Brand: INSTEN; Review: As advertised. It does the job. I highly recommend it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: French Toast Girls' V-Neck Jumper; Brand: ; Review: Very well made and fits great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Gino Giovanni Baby Boys Vintage Knickers Outfit Suspenders Set; Brand: Gino Giovanni; Review: Adorable and fits great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lucky Top Girls Kids Pack-95K Riding Zipper Boots; Brand: Lucky Top; Review: These are very well made. My daughter wears them to school often and after months they have held up very well and my daughter finds them very comfortable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Coshare Kid's Fashion Little Girl Pretty Party Dress Pumps; Brand: Coshare; Review: Adorable; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ZeroXposur Girls' Daisy Midweight Jacket; Brand: ZeroXposur; Review: Very warm without being overly heavy or bulky.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Grand Canyon Hotel; City: Williams Arizona; Review: What an amazing find. We had travelled to Williams coming from the Grand Canyon, and had trawled around a bit looking at the general chain hotels looking for somewhere to stay, and they were all a bit expensive. Drove past this one, nearly didn't stop as didn't look much from the outside, but SO glad we went in. This is my idea of a perfect hotel, especially after the countless motels we had stopped in over the past couple of months. I got to go in and choose our room (hurrah!) and, after much debate as they are all great, went for the romantic, with a beautiful free standing bath. Well, anyway, we ended up staying 3 nights, not the quick stopover we had intended, and this was purely down to the hotel and fabulous hospitality. it was all so relaxed, and we spent our days playing the board games and reading the books supplied, going for strolls and dozing in our room. After the hecticness of the national parks, this was perfect. Would recommend to anyone in the area - GO! i would be surprised if we ever make it back to Williams, but will be making an effort some day as this is the best hotel i have stayed in, ever. Who needs 5*s???!!! Thanks; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sheraton Hua Hin Resort Spa; City: Cha am Phetchaburi Province; Review: We arrived at the Sheraton for a 10 night stay before heading back to Bangkok. We found the service to be impeccable from the minute we arrived. Lovely staff. We were in a standard room without lagoon access but the room was fabulous and we didn't mind walking the extra few metres! The rooms seem exactly the same without the access so we didn't really feel like we had missed out on anything else. We ate a few times in the different restaurants, which was always good. Our only gripe was that we found the drinks to be expensive (as you would expect to a degree from the Sheraton and being a 5*, but still......). A few of the nights we travelled into Hua Hin which we found to be great fun. Loads of little bars and restaurants all reasonable. And you MUST get a 1 hour foot massage, so cheap! and so worth it. we travelled in to hua hin by hotel minibus and most often got a tuk-tuk back to the hotel which is brilliant fun and not that much money really. Overall, the resort was beautiful and we came out to relax and get away from work and we certainly did that. very very relaxing holiday for both of us. what a great hotel just wish we could have stayed for 2 months not 2 weeks (although money would soon run out in resort!).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Clarence Court Hotel; City: Cheltenham Cotswolds England; Review: I love hotels like this, really pleased I booked. I always look for the more individual hotels than the usual giant monoliths you can find everywhere, I love the more personal feel and would much rather support an independent, and more often than not you get a much more interesting experience. And we did! Found the hotel on laterooms.com, but phoned up the hotel to book it direct so could talk to them about the facilities and location etc. Well that started off really well as the gentleman on the phone was very helpful and made a vg first impression. Anyway, we stayed in Room 1 which was excellent. We were only there for the Saturday night so a quick getaway for a bit of rest... The bed was sooo comfortable and the free films in reception to choose from were excellent for a bit of lazing around in the room. Good bathroom, good level of cleanliness. Overall a very well thought out and appointed room. Including the teddy bear of course. Cheltenham really is fab - the hotel is only a few minutes walk from the high street - perfect, and we loved our afternoon wander. The Montpelier area of the city is just fantastic. Breakfast the next day was great - a proper full english (including black pud) all v tasty. And all included in the price. The restaurant downstairs in the evening sounded busy, although we didn't check it out. They were going a good offer on pizza and wine I noticed. Anyway, overall, next time we are in Cheltenham this is where we will be staying, end of story. I recommend others to do the same!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Macdonald Holyrood Hotel; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: Stayed on the Saturday night over the weekend. Being a big chain I was expecting the usual and pretty much got it, although I was I must say pleasantly surprised by the all-round excellent breakfast - food and service. Buffet and toast were particularly lovely. (even if one of the waiters looked like he had been brawling recently!). The room was standard enough. TV was disappointing a great old thing on a stand, far too close to the floor so hard to watch the rugby while lying in bed. The health club in the basement was good - pool, sauna steamroom etc. And the hotel was in an excellent location for Royal Mile and everything else. Needed to print out a couple of tickets from my email and the desk were spectacularly unhelpful however. My only option was to use their business centre and pay £4 for 20 mins to get on the internet to get my email and print these 2 pages off. Needless to say I was not impressed and took a walk to find an internet cafe in a hostel nearby. The staff said that they couldn't access hotmail from reception - found this to be mightly inflexible if this is the current system. Thought of paying £4 to get something from your email really annoys me, not good service offered here. They should be able to be more helpful to guests in this situation. Anyway, usual stuff really. Wouldn't return out of choice just because a bit bland but nice enough.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Novotel Edinburgh Centre; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: Well, I arrived to stay with my partner who was up on business, not expecting very much at all. I don't like big chain hotels and thought Novotels were rather plain especially. However, I was really pleasantly surprised as the room was excellent, we had a little sofa as well as the bed (very comfy) in the room. The bathroom also was excellent and very well laid out with good toiletries etc and big fluffy towels. Breakfast was the usual however, inattentive serivice and relatively icky buffet. Why hotels insist on leaving whole trays of pre-cooked fried eggs out for ages is a mystery to me - really horrible. The hash browns, however, rescued the situation somewhat!! The hotel is in a convenient location. And the service I received from the night porter in booking me an early taxi to the airport was excellent. All in all, a pleasant suprise.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ibis Styles Reading Centre; City: Reading Berkshire England; Review: Stayed here for 2 nights as were were travelling from the South West to go and watch England at Twickenham so thought we'd stay for the weekend and take it easy. Reading might seem quite far away fr Twickers but actually it's only an hour on the train and £13.50 return for the day. Direct, also. Great! Anyway, to the hotel. I didn't pick it and regarded the name with some suspicion (dislike big brands normally). However, from the moment we walked in the door I was very impressed. The customer service from the reception desk was truly first class. REAL keys, none of this electronic card nonsense. Perfect room - not modern but the decor and cleanliness was excellent, lovely actually. The hotel is bang in the middle of Reading centre so everything you want is just on your doorstep re drinks/food/shops etc. And the parking is free!!! Although not much space out the back...,, Breakfast was excellent, great choice on the cold buffet and a very good cooked English. The dining room turns itself into a curry house in the evening - by the looks of it v popular. What more could you want?? A hotel with an inbuilt curry house? Amazing. Don't worry, it doesn't cause smell issues in the hotel. Would absolutely recommend this hotel if you find yourself in Reading. Also, we discovered a fantastic place to go and get a couple of drinks on the weekend. It's called the '[something] Social Club, opposite the main train station. Starts with an 'O'. Something like the Oakfield Social Club.... It has a little patio outside lit wtih fairy lights so you'll be able to spot it., It's got a great atmosphere and is definitely the most interesting place we happened across, in a town centre fulll of the usual Pitcher and Pianos and all that rubbish, Great place.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Candlesticks; City: Stamford Lincolnshire England; Review: Stayed at Candlesticks the night before my interview at a local school. My train connections were missed and as a result I arrived at 11pm, to the owner who was patiently waiting up for me outside the hotel after my having rung ahead! He even walked me down the road to point out where I needed to go when I told him why I was in town. Shown to a lovely single room (Room 3?) on the first floor. It was very small, but very well appointed and they had clearly thought of everything I could need. The breakfast in the room was a great touch although I did not take advantage of it. The bed was super-comfortable, and the shower was excellent in the morning. The owner let me leave my bags in the hotel during the day whilst I was at interview, and then I collected them afterwards. If you're looking for a modern hotel do not come here. But if you are looking for somewhere cosy, friendly and welcoming, this is the place for you. I will definitely use the hotel again should I need to, and have recommended it to others as the place to use also.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: AC Hotel Alicante; City: Alicante Costa Blanca Province of Alicante Valencian Country; Review: Stayed here for 4 nights at the end of an 8 day holiday in the region. Wanted somewhere quality but not too pricey and this proved to be exactly right. It wasn't cheap, but we managed to get a rate including breakfast through Travel Republic (where other internet sites were room only for the same price) which really upped the value for us as then we only needed dinner. Breakfast excellent by the way, no cooked food but all v good and lots of choice. Small pool area on rooftop with stunning views of the city, again, pot luck as to whether you get a sunbed as its so small but generally you do even if you have to wait a little while. Jug of sangria by the pool eleven euros, could be worse! Free minibar in room, restocked every day, was great. And the room itself was good quality and had everything you needed. It's about a 10 minute walk into the centre of Alicante, which is fine. Means you're far enough away for it to be quiet. Although does mean you're about 15 mins from beach, but not a problem for us as we didn't do that during the day. Parking: we found a space (there were several) behind the hotel in a little parking area, which meant that we didn't need to use the hotel's car park and so didn't pay extra. Don't let the hotels parking charges put you off booking as everytime we went past, there were spaces in this outside area, so you don't really need to use their car park.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hesperia Cordoba; City: Cordoba Province of Cordoba Andalucia; Review: Lovely hotel, perfect location, just 10 mins walk across Roman bridge to Mezquita. Has a great little pool on the rooftop but when we went up it was packed!!! Guess it's going to be as the area is only small. But if you go away and come back it will be the same so just get a bit of space and enjoy.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Westward Living; City: Westward Ho Bideford Torridge Devon England; Review: A wonderful place. We booked last minute into Royal Celerity cottage. The service we received was absolutely first rate, all the way through. The cottage is stunning, what a shame we were only there one night. Attention to detail with everything, vey luxurious, very romantic and a great place to just get away from it all. Will be returning as soon as we can. And recommending to everyone. This is a place to go for a special occasion, for as long as you can! One of the best places I have stayed in ever.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Galileo; City: Pisa Province of Pisa Tuscany; Review: We changed our minds at the last minute and decided to spend a little more money on a hotel more centrally located, this turned out to be a great decision. This hotel is still very reasonable considering its location and rooms. We stayed only one night, arrived very hot and bothered, but the hotel was a breath of fresh air. Our room was spacious and beautiful - the fresco on the ceiling was amazing and there was a lot of space for a city centre hotel. There was no air con in the room which was a minus point, but after a short game of charades with reception they produced a big fan for us pronto which was perfect. No breakfast, but they give you a voucher for a cafe across the street where you can get breakfast for 2.50 if you so desire. Tip: there is an AMAZING little snack spot if you come out of the hotel, turn right, and head about 150-200 to a small square. It's straight ahead of you, blackboards outside advertising sandwiches. Go in and pick one- great selection of lovely meats and you can also help yourself to some local wine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Savoia e Campana; City: Montecatini Terme Province of Pistoia Tuscany; Review: We stayed for 5 nights in July. Having been to Pisa and Florence, we decided to go to montecatini and use it as a base for the rest of our holiday exploring the area. This worked out very well. The hotel was exceptionally good value - we booked a standard room which was simple and functional, and comfortable. The two managers are most charming and welcoming and helpful. We ate dinner in the hotel on a couple of evenings and this was lovely and traditional good food and good value at €16 each. Plenty of it, the courses just kept on coming! This is a lovely hotel and a good place to base yourselves as a cheaper option away from the cities.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Angus Hotel; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: Good location in centre, desperately ugly building from the outside, dreary. First room given was small and hot, asked to be moved and this was quickly rectified and was out in a considerably nicer room (refurbished) on the top floor. Much better. The staff are very pleasant, and breakfast is good. Probably would choose somewhere else next time.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: B B Tourist House Ghiberti; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: As often with the best cities, one expects to have to pay over the odds for quite an average experience. Although this hotel was not by any means cheap (well, it IS Florence!) it was excellent value, and exceeded my expectations in terms of the room and our overall stay. The location is fantastic, right in the centre a few minutes walk from the Duomo. The room we were given was very spacious, and equipped with everything we could want, plus other little things we would never have thought of. The owner took time to explain everything in the room and also what was available outside e.g. a wide selection of DVDs should you want to take a break in the room for a couple of hours. Breakfast was excellent - considerably better than the standard Italian hotel fayre of lots of similar cakes and breads only. My husband and I took great delight in boiling our own eggs and making our own soldiers to go with - it has been years! We sat out on the small and pretty patio to eat our breakfast and chat with some other guests about our holidays - most enjoyable. We would stay here again if we were to return without a doubt.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Holiday Inn Express Birmingham South A45; City: Birmingham West Midlands England; Review: Stayed last Friday night to attend an event at the NEC. The hotel is 5 minutes' drive away. The facilities are absolutely excellent - bedroom extremely comfortable and a brilliant, modern shower in a spotless - frankly it looked brand new - bathroom. Staff were superb, in particular the evening receptionist/night porter with whom we came into contact upon arrival. Breakfast was included and fine - although they could perhaps organise the layout so you don't get a traffic jam of people - minor 'quibble' only. If we need to stay in the area again, this is definitely the place we will be looking up. Brilliant value.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Crossways Inn; City: Highbridge Somerset England; Review: Wow. I used to go here as a child with my grandmother. Returned having passed it by chance a few weeks ago, and promptly booked a table for sunday lunch, Had an amazing lunch. The food was superb; high quality and generous portions - they bring a gravy boat out for the whole table without you having to ask for extra which is always top notch in my book! Wonderful food, and good value. We will definitely be returning as a family. Reserved a table and they gave us one by the window - perfect for four people. Would request when booking again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Condesa de la Bahia; City: Port d Alcudia Alcudia Majorca Balearic Islands; Review: We stayed here for 11 nights over the Easter holidays and had a lovely time. We were on an all-inclusive basis which was good value and were impressed with the food, service and hotel in general. One thing we really appreciated as a couple was being able to go to the more 'al la carte' restaurant every night where it was a a lot smaller and more intimate than the huge general restaurant and even though it was only the main that was al la carte there was also waiter service for drinks and less children!! Lovely dishes too. The pool and beach areas were excellent, and one thing we were really pleased about was that even in Easter, it was not too crowded. This was a pleasant surprise. We would definitely come back, in Easter. Note: the only thing I was a little disappointed about was that the drinks selection for all-inclusive was not, all-inclusive. It was in some ways limited, e.g. to only certain cocktails. A minor whinge, but shame! All in all a very good holiday.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Land s End Hotel; City: Land s End Cornwall England; Review: Arrived very tired after walk and having booked rather late (so not a cheap stay). I was hoping for a sea view room but these were more money still! However, our one night was comfortable and we were pleased to find an excellent breakfast awaiting us the next morning. Great sunset from outside the hotel - and dinner and drinks were fine. Not cheap, but not leaving you feeling ripped off either. Rather tacky entertainment complex as part of the 'attraction' that seems to be Lands End surrounding the hotel. Very odd. So overall I was happy with the hotel but would have expected no less for the money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Tollgate Farm Caravan and Camping Park; City: Perranporth Cornwall England; Review: Stayed here for one night after a very long walk. So tired. We camped on an excellent pitch (good recommendations made for where to put tent) and it was very good value for money. Staff were very helpful, offering to look after our heavy bags until someone picked them up after we had departed the following day. Would definitely return. Well-managed site. Quality. Warning - a long way from the coast path if you are on foot and carrying heavy bags :); Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Lamorna Cove Hotel; City: Lamorna Penzance Cornwall England; Review: Nice studio. I believe we were in Room 1. Saying that, the furnishings were lovely, and it was very comfortable, but the finishing of the decor was shabby - looked like it had been rushed and it needs a bit of tidying up. Nevertheless, we were very tired, and found the studio to be very comfortable and welcome. Food was a big problem - we arrived on Sunday afternoon, tired and hungry, and there was NOTHING! Didn't realise. A warning would have been good before we arrived. Not only that, but the pub opened at 6pm (the only place around) but did not serve food on Sunday evenings! (The lady working at reception didn't tell us this). Had to order a curry and pay delivery from the nearest town. Found reception service odd. No one there most of the time. Could't give me the phone number when I asked for it - I had to find it myself in a brochure on reception. Just a bit unprofessional. We paid quite a lot of money for this studio for the night - a bit over £100. We wouldn't go back - it wasn't terrible but I think we could definitely find somewhere better for the money.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Trevella Holiday Park; City: Crantock Cornwall England; Review: Stayed for one night only - camping - and was impressed with what we saw. The reception staff were very helpful indeed with anything we needed/info we requested and we particularly liked the little cafe - the young team of staff who served us were incredibly friendly and amiable. Spent a good amount of time in the evening and in the morning sat on the cafe deck (as you do when you only have a tent!) The shower block etc was fine. The 'TV room' was locked, and looked like it was used for storage? shame. Would definitely return and recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: De Hoop Collection Nature Reserve; City: Bredasdorp Overberg District Western Cape; Review: We spent two nights in a Rondevaal (excuse spelling) at De Hoop. It was wonderful. If we'd have known how fab this place is we would have booked for longer! This was one of the cheaper accommodation options but it was fabulous. We had our own little outdoor area with bench and braii overlooking the river. The toilet and shower facilities were shared which I was worried about but no need! The most fantastic outdoor showers - we showered at dusk looking at the stars and listening to the wildlife. Ok, wildlife: we took a guided mountain bike tour (very easy, slow and flat) and guided marine walk. Lovely. They ask you to drive to the beach yourself for the marine walk but were were able to get a lift in their land cruiser which was much better - they should offer this as standard I think. We also did the stargazing one evening - the sky is quite incredible. We saw many animals up close over the two days and met lovely lovely people. Getting in and out of De Hoop was a little trepidatious as we have this tiny car and it is 40km of dirt road. However in the end we just travelled slowly and took our time. It was absolutely worth it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cape Maclear EcoLodge; City: Cape Maclear Lake Malawi National Park; Review: This is a chilled out, beautiful place to stay on the quiet end of the beach. GreAt gardens. Rooms are basic and comfortable; only issue for us was that it was soooooo hot even with fan, but they do have air conditioned rooms if you can pay more. It's probably worth it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Albertinia Hotel; City: Albertina Western Cape; Review: We stayed here one night on the way from De Hoop to the Wilderness to break up the trip. The staff at the hotel are super and we received an extremely friendly welcome and superb service from all staff throughout our short stay. Had a few drinks in the pub attached where we met some interesting people, and a robust dinner in the restaurant. My steak was huge. We booked on a DBB basis and found this to be v good value. The milk tart my husband had for dessert was delicious! Breakfast was also superb and very generous. Whilst what we saw of Albertina (perhaps erroneously) did not lend itself to a stop in its own right, the hotel was a great stop over for us. There are some old photos in the hotel of the town which I found fascinating; would have loved to have seen it at the turn of last century! Room was clean and comfortable.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oewerpalms View; City: Oudtshoorn Western Cape; Review: So pleased we booked in here. The hospitality from the owner is first rate, as are the facilities. We were very comfortable in our large room and right in the middle of town for a stroll out for dinner. The sunset from the balcony over the fields was fabulous. Excellent breakfast too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lamu House Hotel; City: Lamu Island Coast Province; Review: Popped in for a couple of drinks whilst wandering past. The fresh juice was fab and the food looked good although we didn't have any. we felt it a shame that they would not allow us to use wifi unless we ordered some food - spent a decent amount on drinks overall and would have likely stayed longer if they had. Missed opportunity.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Jannat House; City: Lamu Island Coast Province; Review: The service was superb, Caroline was very accommodating to us. We had the most wonderful fresh juices first. Our lunch was big, and extremely tasty. I had the bean stew, my husband the beef kebab. Both marvellous and big portions. This was also very good value and fairly priced given other places we had experienced and/or seen. Wish we had discovered it on our first day! We whiled away a few lazy hours on the roof top terrace eating and reading.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Sterling Silver "You Hold My Heart Forever" Pendant Necklace, 18"; Brand: Amazon Collection; Review: Definitely deserves a 5 star rating from me! I ordered this the day before my six month anniversary for my girlfriend, and got it on time due to amazon prime. She loved the gift! Feel: Great in your hand doesn't feel cheap. One thing to note, the chain as past reviewers have said is not the best chain. This being said for the price you are paying you might as well buy this necklace and order a higher quality chain.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
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Title: Best Western Vientiane Hotel; City: Vientiane Vientiane Prefecture; Review: This is a lovely hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The room was large and had excellent wifi, good tv, fridge, etc. The hotel had good facilities, though the pool was out of service while we were there. Which was part of the reason we booked it. It said it was only closed for a week, so it's sounds like we were unluck. The hotel is expensive for Loas, but Vietianne is significantly more expensive than other places in Loas, so it wasn't really that bad. It's in a good location near the night market, river and many restaurants.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Libra Guest House; City: Chiang Mai; Review: We had a really good time in Chiang Mai helped by a lovely stay in Libra. We done a trek organised by libra which only people staying in libra went on (at least on our tour). There was a great mix of people of the trek and the guide was good excellent and a good laugh. We really enjoyed the different elements of the trek and added on an afternoon white water rafting too. This was our first time white water rafting, and it was a good experience though probably not nearly the best in the world. I felt it was a nice to do it first as it wasn't too challenging.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Beach Road Hotel; City: Sihanoukville Sihanoukville Province; Review: This hotel was location across from funky monkey and just down from utopia, two busy bars during their happy hours. Handy for starting of the night before heading down the beach later. The hotel itself had a pool table, wifi, nice swimming pool and restaurant. The room was basic, but reasonable cheap. Not all rooms overlook the pool and you need to pay extra to get a pool view, which we didn't know before arriving.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Jasmine Lodge; City: Siem Reap Siem Reap Province; Review: This is a nice place, you have acces to the pool in the sister jasmine hotel across the road. You also get a free light breakfast in the sister hotel across the road. The wifi wasn't great in the room or in general. We had a nice stay, though there is significant construction going on extending the hotel at the minute. This didn't disturb us, but it had only started when we were there. You are a little out of the old town and pub st, but its still only 15 min walk. We actually liked being a little away for the busy pub st area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Orchid Guesthouse; City: Vientiane Vientiane Prefecture; Review: The rooms were expensive for loas and really very basic and small. We had a shared bathroom (but you could get rooms with ensuites). The bathrooms were similarly poor standard to the rooms. The wifi was terrible and never really worked while we were there. On the upside it has a nice terrace on the top floor overlooking the river and is located in near the night market and restaurants. I expect there is better around for similar coat; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Vang Vieng Orchid Guesthouse; City: Vientiane Vientiane Prefecture; Review: Good location and easy going family hotel. Wifi was poor and only worked in certain rooms (those close to the stairs). The guesthouse is on the main strip right next to bucket bar and limbo bar (the late night bars in vang vieng). This is handy for going out, but not so good if you want to go to bed early! This didn't bother us at all, as we went out every night. There is a large building site going on at the minute behind the guesthouse and work starts early. This can be annoying in the morning after a late night. Ear plugs would have been handy! The guesthouse was very relaxed, even more than most loas place; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Media Luna Hostel; City: Cartagena Cartagena District Bolivar Department; Review: Pool is small but is nice to cool down in. We got upgraded to an ensuite room, which good but there seemed to be plenty of showers around. Shower was good too. Hostel staff were friendly and helpful. The kitchen although big it doesn't have many bowls/plates/cutlery and had no cups/glasses at all when we arrived! Good party on a Wednesday though.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Lemon Spirit Hostel; City: Rio de Janeiro State of Rio de Janeiro; Review: Pros: Good location and facilities (good security and lockers, free wifi, some stuff to use down the beach available to borrow, bar and nice common area to relax and meet people, bathrooms clean and had hot water) Cons: rude staff at reception and at the bar, wifi didn't work the first day (staff didn't seem to care) and was poor rest of the time, room was very small, and the kitchen was tiny. Overall I wouldn't recommend.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Hostel Green House Getsemani; City: Cartagena Cartagena District Bolivar Department; Review: Stayed in a 6 bed in a tiny room. Paid extra to get aircon that didn't work at all (don't bother with it, I think it made the room warmer as we had to keep the doors and windows shut, outside the room was much cooler!). Besides the heat issue in the room didn't have enough lockers for everyone, breakfast wasnt particularly nice and the didn't have a room to leave our bags after we checked out and had to wait around for the day. On the upside, it was near some nice restaurants, and it was cheap.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Grip-on Tools 3,000-lb. ATV Winch; Brand: Grip-On; Review: I bought this mainly for the price. For 100 bucks (give or take with S&H) you really can't go wrong. I ended up buying a mounting plate that was manufactured for my ATV to help insure a perfect fit. The winch came with a plate that basically only attaches the Faring Rollers to the winch that I had to cut a little part off to get it to fit the new plate, but that took all of 10 minutes. I took an over all hour to put this together and use. All the electrical was simple to figure out and long enough to reach everything and still be able to look good. The wireless remote is awesome to have, and the set up for the hand controls are awesome and fully adjustable. The winch didn't come with a bunch of extras but you can go to Wal-Mart and have at it in the auto section for just about everything you need! I strongly recommend this product to anyone that is looking for a strong pull at a low price!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: KFI Products 100705 Winch Mount for Honda Rancher Trx420; Brand: KFI Products; Review: I bought this to put a Grip 2500 Lb winch on my 2012 Honda Rancher 420 and think very highly of it! I did not have to modify this piece one but and they instructions weren't even necessary due to how well this was made and set up to be put right on! With only a few tools and an hour of my time I was using my new winch without a worry! I definitely recommend this to anyone who is buying a winch and know what bold pattern the winch as and assuring it will match the pre-drilled holes.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walker 31372 Exhaust Gasket; Brand: Walker; Review: Good gasket. Was too big for my nissan sentra but ended up working for a friend in need.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Walker 36454 Exhaust Spring Bolt Kit; Brand: Walker; Review: Much like most have said. No bolts with kit and Home Depot couldn't match them up well. But i found the bolts from the old setup worked so that was nice.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Nickson 169 Split Flange 1 3/4-2; Brand: Nickson Industries; Review: Its a good cheap alternative to welding. I would say temporary really. But it'll work. It is made well and with good metals.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: CRC 05063 Guaranteed To Pass Emissions Test Formula - 12 Fl Oz.; Brand: CRC; Review: Threw it in my tank. You can t truly tell if it works but it was worth a shot anyways.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Sierra MP41000 Ignition Switch; Brand: Sierra International; Review: Just what I needed. Good quality too.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Dorman 911-205 EGR Valve; Brand: Dorman; Review: Put in and cleared the check engine light. Held up almost two years now.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fel-Pro 72928 EGR Valve Gasket; Brand: Fel-Pro; Review: Worked as needed. Good quality material.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DT MOTO™ Red 54x LED EMS EMT Ambulance Emergency Vehicle Deck Dash Grille Strobe Lights - 1 set; Brand: DT MOTO; Review: Nice and bright. Not the best out there but worked well. Flash patterns were lame but thats okay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Rain-X RX30221 Weatherbeater Wiper Blade - 21-Inches - (Pack of 1); Brand: Rain-X; Review: Good wipers. Lower quality but worked very well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Dorman 970-024 ABS Sensor; Brand: Dorman; Review: Was what I needed but I returned because I sold the truck it was going in. Looked to be well made.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: GOOACC GRC-08 Honda and Acura Fender Clips-91503-SZ3-003 40 Pcs Fastener Rivet Clips Nylon Bumper Automotive Furniture Assembly Expansion Screws Kit; Brand: GOOACC; Review: Good quality and easily installed!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bald Eagle American Flag sticker / decal; Brand: Vinyl Junkie Graphics; Review: Excellent quality and came with a small bonus!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Rally Armor MF12-BAS-RD Basic Black, Red Mud Flap with Logo (Universal Fitment (no Hardware)); Brand: Rally Armor; Review: Good quality material. Easy to work with and look good along with work perfect!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: FH Group Universal Fit Flat Cloth Pair Bucket Seat Cover, (Burgundy/Black) (FH-FB050102, Fit Most Car, Truck, Suv, or Van); Brand: FH Group; Review: Fit on my car seats perfect. Good quality and do exactly what I want, keep my factory material on my seats clean.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: OEMTOOLS 25025 26 Blade Master Feeler Gauge; Brand: GREAT NECK SAW MFG. COMPANY; Review: Nicely made. Good quality.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Berryman 0996 Chem-Dip Carburetor; Brand: Berryman Products; Review: This stuff is amazing! Cleans awesome.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LDR Industries 516 F145 5' Bag Fuel Line, 1/4"; Brand: LDR Industries; Review: Good hose. We will see how it stands up to fuel over time.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Trailer Light Kit; Brand: Unknown; Review: Not a fan of the wire nuts they supply compared to electrical butt connectors but the rest of the kit is very nice.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Curt Manufacturing 56011 Trailer Connector; Brand: Curt Manufacturing; Review: Awesome setup. Plug and play at its finest and clean set up.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Automotive |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Intelli IMT-600 Guitar, Violin and Chromatic Clip-on Tuner; Brand: Intelli; Review: At a street price under $20, it's hard to fault this little clamp-on electronic tuner. It has settings for Chromatic, Guitar and Violin (should I ever really want to punish myself). A number of people have noted problems picking up the 6E (low-E) string on a guitar. When my unit arrived, I was delighted to find it had no trouble at all doing this, but then I went and adjusted the truss rod to tune out a slight bow in the neck, and now the tuner won't pick up the low-E string at all. It doesn't matter where I clamp the tuner onto the headstock, though I admit there is little room on my guitar's slim headstock to move the thing around much. I get around this problem by fingering the 6th string to the fifth fret and tuning it as a 5A, which it has no trouble at all picking up. (Note from a couple of weeks later) I've been experimenting with this and I find that if I mute strings 1-5 with my finger and pick string 6 down near the bridge, the tuner picks it right up. The only other problem I have is that you need to have the string tension pretty close to find the note you're looking for. This will be an issue when it comes time to re-string, especially if you're starting from scratch after removing all the strings to clean and polish the fretboard. It would be nice if you could set the note you were looking for and have the tuner tell you low or high while you close in on it. I don't know if any of these small tuners are any better in this regard. So in closing, it isn't as useful as it could be, and it ain't perfect at what it does do, but for the price and the functionality it brings, I have to like it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Oasis OH-2 Digital Hygrometer w/clip; Brand: Oasis; Review: Not much to say about this item except that it measures temperature and humidity inside a guitar case or other small enclosure. The slim design fits easily in the confines of a hard case and you have a choice of velcro or clip on mounting. The clip mounts to the device with a pressure sensitive adhesive strip. Don't know how well that hangs on but the velcro mount worked fine for me. The min/max buttons are nice so you can see what your guitar was up to while you were away. Unfortunately, after living with this unit for several months, it doesn't seem to be very accurate. I have four digital hygrometers in my home. Two that are part of larger wireless indoor/outdoor weather stations, a cheap one from Harbor Freight, and the Oasis. I set them all in the same location and waited a couple of hours to see what would happen. The two weather stations and the HF cheapie agreed to within a percent. The Oasis read 5% lower than the others. This is not a big deal except that you're aiming for a specific value in a guitar case and an accurate instrument would be helpful in doing that. I sent this first unit back to Oasis and to their credit, they supplied a new one quickly at no charge. Sadly, this new unit reads even lower than the first, 8-10% lower than any of my others. The only reasonable conclusion I can make is that all Oasis hygrometers simply read low, and in a guitar case application this will cause you nothing but angst and uncertainty as you try and get the humidity in the case up to the recommended 45-48%. There are small, inexpensive hygrometers out there that are settable and can be user calibrated, and I think this a better solution than the more expensive and inaccurate Oasis. I originally gave this item 4 stars but have now reduced that to one. If an instrument does only one job, but does it poorly, what good is it?; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Jim Dunlop 6554 Dunlop Ultimate Lemon Oil, 4 oz.; Brand: JIM DUNLOP; Review: This is a lemon oil used for cleaning and conditioning the rosewood fingerboards of guitars. This only gets done once a year on the average guitar, so if you're like me, this one bottle will supply you for many lifetimes. Other than that, it is what it is and does what it says. The applicator contains a dispensing valve so push down hard to open it when you want the oil to flow. The label says NOT to use this product on maple fingerboards. Doesn't say why, but my guess is it will discolor them, so be forewarned.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fender Mini Acoustic Guitar Stand; Brand: Fender; Review: I take workshop style guitar courses at a local Vo-Tech in a room that could not be any less suited to the purpose. People set their guitars on the desks from which they sometimes fall. Bad scene (sounds like an old "El Kabong" cartoon), and not what I want to have happen to my new Seagull Artist series guitar. This little Fender stand easily folds up into a package small enough to fit in the storage pocket of my deluxe TRIC case so I can take it with me to class. It's not the sturdiest, most secure or most stable design out there, but given it's extreme portability and the use I'll put it to, it's going to work great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: West Music Folding Wire Music Stand with Bag (black); Brand: West Music; Review: This little music stand folds up small enough (after some disassembly) to fit in a pouch less than 2 feet tall and 2 inches wide. Once assembled, it stands straight and is more than sturdy enough for sheet music or most softbound books. The height is adjustable so you should be able to find a comfortable position whether you're standing, seated on a stool or in a chair. The angle of the tray is not adjustable. The legs are simple flat metal pieces and could be susceptible to being bent if you trip over it, so this might not be the best stand if you plan to keep it in one location. But for a portable stand, it's hard to find fault with this one, especially given the low cost.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fender 351 Shape Classic Picks (12 Pack) for electric guitar, acoustic guitar, mandolin, and bass; Brand: Fender; Review: I wanted to experiment with a thin pick. I like the action but thinner picks tend to "click" over the strings and I don't care much for that. These are certainly pretty though, and the feel is typical Fender celluloid, smooth and a little slippery. Might be hard to hold with sweaty fingers. Celluloid is highly flammable, so be aware of that if you smoke (I don't).; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Planet Waves Guitar Headstand; Brand: D'Addario Accessories; Review: This little geegaw is a stable tripod stand to hold the neck of your guitar while you restring it or perform other work. It folds into a nice small package you can store in the gear compartment of most cases. The rubber pads on the neck end prevent scratches and the feet keep it in place on the table. It may be best to invest in a non slip pad to place under the heel of the guitar body for protection and to prevent it from slipping around as movement can topple the stand if you're not careful. Sure, a suitably sized cardboard box or stack of books will also serve that purpose, but what else would you spend the $10 on?; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Snark SN1 Guitar Tuner (Blue); Brand: Snark; Review: I have several different tunes, but the Snark is hands down the fastest and most sensitive. Has no trouble whatever picking up the low e-string on my Seagull acoustic, which flummoxes my Intelli 600. Having the tuner respond this quickly makes tuning go faster and easier. The only down side, and this is a matter of taste, is the garish color. You shouldn't leave these things on the headstock anyway as they can leave a mark, so the hideous color just encourages me to do the deed and put it away, which may be just as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Musical_Instruments |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Leather Journal / Leather Notebook / Leather Diary 5" X 7" Genuine Top Grain Latigo Leather; Brand: Amazing Leather Products; Review: It took me three weeks to make up my mind to spend this much money on a journal. I'm so glad I decided to do so. I was extremely pleased when the journal arrived quickly (thank goodness for PRIME), and it smelled heavenly (love the smell of leather!) When I saw it for the first time, it was everything I wanted it to be. There's just something about leather that looks so rich. The workmanship was excellent, and the pewter cross (which means so much to us because of JESUS' sacrifice) was priceless. The journal is made of the same leather saddles are made of, and our saddles have lasted for many, many years. So, it will be very durable with the leather becoming more unique with time and use. Also, the journal is refillable. It's not a one-time use. My son was very happy and surprised when he opened his gift. The first thing he did was smell it and smile. Next he examined it very thoroughly. He noticed it was refillable and remarked how happy he was at that discovery. All in all, I think I did good. He said he would be using it to record his quiet time with the Lord Jesus. I'm very happy with the decision I made to invest in this special gift. I'm not sure I could afford another one, but if I had the money...yes I'd buy another one. I highly recommend this product.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Derwent Academy Watercolor Pencils, 3.3mm Core, Pod Container, 12 Count (2301944); Brand: Derwent; Review: Excited to.use these water color pencils. I'm using them to journal in my Bible. Beautiful color and smooth to the touch of pencil to paper.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Leather Journals To Write In for Women - Vintage Writing Journal for Men by Rustic Town; Brand: Rustic Town; Review: Oh, my goodness!! This little journal is abdolutely my most favorite journal of all!! Love the rough leather...the total look is gorgeous! I use this journal for sketching. It's size is perfect...fits nicely in my purse. I'll be needing more of this beauty!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prismacolor Col-Erase Erasable Colored Pencil, 12-Count, Assorted Colors (20516); Brand: Prismacolor; Review: I love using these Prismcolored Erasable Pencils in my BIBLE Study where I illustrate the Verses I'm studying. Erasing is so easy and the colors are beautiful. I recommend using the Prism Pencil Sharpener...saves waste of pencil as the blades are sharp. Excellent product. Hope this helps in you decision to purchase or not. GOD'S Blessings; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Prismacolor Scholar Colored Pencil Sharpener (1774266-2) Pack of 2; Brand: Prismacolor; Review: Sharp blades that help you save on pencil waste! And the blades stay sharp, too!! The price is good and I've bought a number of these sharpens, leaving them in the places I frequent when doing my illustrative BIBLE Study. I've also, purchased the Prism 2-hole sharpener... giving me the option of point choice. Hope this helps in your decision. GOD'S Blessings.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Office_Products |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: International Playthings Game Zone Monkeying Around Balancing Game; Brand: International Playthings; Review: Perfect for kids learning get to count, have a good attitude and take turns ... we play this daily it has been great for helping my son with number recognition and to count as he takes his turn. Also has small and big monkeys teaching size! I love when my son learns without feeling pressure also super fun and simple for ages 3+; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Fisher-Price Thomas & Friends Take-n-Play, Talking Ferdinand; Brand: Thomas & Friends; Review: This train came quickly and was a huge hit with our 4 year old! Perfect addition to our Thomas collection; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: LEGO, Star Wars, Microfighters Series 2, Snow Speeder (75074); Brand: LEGO; Review: Our son was stoked to open this . He and his dad spent about 20mins putting it together. Lots of tiny pieces to keep track of if you have a baby like me. Has been a favorite Lego set at our house; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Imagination Generation 100 Piece Natural Wooden Building Block Set with Carrying Bag – Children's Deluxe Stacking Toy Set; Brand: Imagination Generation; Review: These were smaller than I expected so I was initially a little disappointed buy my 19 month old loves them so now I do too! There is a great variety of shapes and colors! Perfect for baby and 4 year old brother to share together! Colors were true to photo!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Animal Planet Grow Eggs- Dinosaur - Hatch and Grow Three Different Super-Sized Dinos (Series 1); Brand: Animal Planet; Review: These were pretty cool and hatched within 24 hrs and continued to grow for days! My son loved everything going about these other than he was given 3 dinosaur cards but then 2 eggs were the same. He felt cheated also they shrank quickly after removed from water. Ours did not fall apart as others have said. I would buy these again; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Transformers Robots in Disguise 3-Step Changers Night Ops Bumblebee Figure; Brand: Transformers; Review: Bumblebee was exactly what we wanted he is just about 8in tall and can be changed back and forth in 3 easy steps! My 4 year old transforms him like a pro after we showed him how the first time. and was thrilled to get him for his birthday! Perfect for ages 4-8; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kirby's Epic Yarn; Brand: by
Nintendo; Review: Works great and is my 5 yr olds favorite game!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 12 Pack Construction Vehicles Pull Back Style -Play Vehicles - Push and Play Engineering Trucks - Assorted Construction Designs; Brand: Dazzling Toys; Review: These were ok.... very cheap and not what I expected.... would be ok for piata but not what I wanted for a thank you bag; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Mixed (Green Happy Birthday Axe) Pixelated Balloons - 12" Inch Latex Party Balloons - 24 Count; Brand: Sinotek Balloons; Review: These were so smelly. They smelled like some horrible chemical we threw them away.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Learning Resources Magnetic Wands, Set of 6; Brand: Learning Resources; Review: My boys love these very strong and perfect for little hands !; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Toys_and_Games |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur; City: Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan; Review: Stayed here Dec 2011, I flew alone from the UK to meet up with my husband who had been working in Australia. I arrived tired and hungry after nearly 24 hours of travelling to experience the most unpleasant check in ever. The lady who checked me in wanted a credit card to swipe to cover any thing charged to my room, except I dont have a credit card. I have travelled extensivley all over the world and all hotels are willing to accept my debit card, not this one!!! She then demanded money to have on account, I had a little cash on me but not as much as she wanted, I explained my husband would be arriving the next day, still not good enough, she was not happy I couldn't produce a credit card. I had secured my booking on the internet using my debit card and it had been accepted without any problem. I stood for over 20 minutes before I couldn't take any more and I paid up front with my debit card for my first nights stay on the understanding I could not charge anything to my room until my husband had produced his credit card when he arrived the following day. I felt like a second class citizen, I have never been so humiluated in all my life. Two days later after my husband arrived we thought we had sorted everything only to be told at the pool we couldn't charge a beer to our room! I was furious we were still being treated differently other people. I went downstairs and demanded to speak to the duty manager, a very nice man called Mohamad Salman, Chief Concierge stepped forward I was so angry I could hardly speak, I offered to check out and move to another hotel where would be treated as normal guests unlike this hotel was doing to us. He couldn't apologise enough, he was appalled by our treatment, after a discussion with my husband and his managers, Mohamad arranged for us to be able to access the lounge on the 24th floor. We also received complimentary drinks at the pool, fruit and chocolates in our room and a late check out free of charge. This went along way to making up for the way I had been treat but I would rather not have gone through this unpleasant exerience and because of this it spoilt my stay at this hotel. The rest of the staff were superb, the rooms are immaculate as is the pool and the hotel is in a great location. But the beds are the most uncomfotable I have ever tried to sleep on, we never had a full nights sleep yet they are so bad. So not a good stay at this hotel and I wont be returning.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The Drunken Duck Inn; City: Ambleside Lake District Cumbria England; Review: Stayed for one night and wished we could have stayed longer. Our room was delightful with fantastic views of the Langdales. The bed was so comfortable, the decor was fresh and everything so clean and bright, I loved it! No tea or coffee making facilities in the room but a quick call to reception any time day or night and freshly brewed coffee or tea with home made biscuits was delivered to the room...............bliss!!! No instant coffee or UHT milk here!!! The restaurant is expensive but the food is first class, but I have to agree with one reviewer who says the dining room is dull, I was glad I was eating with friends as that cheered our table up. I will be back and I hope it is sooner rather than later.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sol Don Pablo By Melia; City: Torremolinos Costa del Sol Province of Malaga Andalucia; Review: Having just spent the last week at the Don Pablo with my 2 daughters, I was so disappointed with this hotel. As a 4* hotel the standard of customer service was shocking and the food even worse!! Nobody spoke to you or even smiled even when I spoke first I was just ignored. The service in the dining hall was very poor, we sat through most meals with dirty dishes on our table as nobody bothered to clear them away. When we ordered wine and water we were given wine glasses but nothing to drink our water from, as there was no one to ask for extra glasses I took them off an unoccupied table and received a good telling off from a waiter who appeared. I noticed this happening to other diners, why would you give someone a bottle of water and nothing to drink it from?? The food was shocking, so much processed, battered or bread crumbed deep fried food served luke warm if you were lucky. And it was poorly presented. Excellent salad bar, but I didn't want to eat salad all week. The dining hall was so noisy and so hot, I couldn't stand eating there after 1 night and quickly changed to eating lunch there as although the food was no better at least is was quieter and more bearable. The reception staff were unhelpful, after having to pay 6 Euro for 24 hours Wi-Fi connection in my room I would at least expect it to work. When I complained at reception, the receptionist virtually ignored me, picked up the phone, dialled a number then handed me the phone instructing me to sort it out!!! She had put through to the internet provider who kept me on hold for approx 5 mins before they hung up telling me they were too busy to take my call. When I told the receptionist this, she said I had to return later. I was shocked I was having to sort out a problem with a service I had paid the hotel extra for. I refused to return to sort the problem out after all this is a 4* hotel, what next would I have to sort out the plumbing if that went wrong in my room? There was never any chance of getting a sun bed around the pool areas, you had to up under the cover of darkness to secure a bed with your towel. The pools and surrounding areas were so small and cramped, certainly not big enough for the size of the hotel. But the grounds and gardens were immaculately maintained. Luckily the beach is just over the road so we spent our days there. The bed rooms were also immaculately clean, they were a good size, with very comfortable beds. The air con was centrally controlled so we couldn't get it to go as cold as we would have liked, but it was better than nothing. Beautiful modern bathroom with lovely large walk in shower. Having stayed in hotels all over the world this has to; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Bayview Beach Resort; City: Batu Ferringhi Penang Island Penang; Review: My husband and I stayed here for 5 nights, had booked a top of the range room. The room was large but very tired and very dated with 1970's style furniture and decor. It wasn't perfectly clean, I moved the arm chairs so I could go out onto our balcony and the floor was very dirty as it was behind the bathroom door. We had a brilliant view of the hotel pool and garden area (the best thing about this hotel). On 2 occasions housekeeping left us no towels, something we didn't notice until after we had been in the shower!! They were delivered after a quick phone call but no apologies and I couldn't quite work out why the lady delivering them found it so funny!!! I wasn't laughing! It was normal to see piles of dirty used room service trays sitting all day outside rooms on the corridor. The carpet on our corridor had a huge dirty stain on it the whole time we were there. The pool area and gardens were lovely with plenty of sun beds. The staff at the pool bar were friendly and helpful. I hated the breakfast, the floors around the tables was always filthy dirty with dropped food and spilled drinks. The staff were unfriendly. The food on offer was poor, the emphasis was on quantity rather than quality. Some children were handling the food then putting it back, I found the whole breakfast experience disgusting! We walked down into the main hub of the town to eat in the evening and we found some excellent restaurants. I loved the bustle of the night market. My husband used the gym and he said the equipment was heavy and very out of date. Overall we were very disappointed with this hotel.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Sama Sama Hotel; City: Sepang Sepang District Selangor; Review: Stayed for 1 night after flying into KLIA on our way to Dubai from Penang. This hotel is first class and the room and bathroom are outstanding. Everything is immaculate and the service is outstanding. It even has a small pool and sun terrace which again are first class. No problem getting a buggy back into the airport with friendly helpful staff. I loved it here and would use it again. My husband is a regular overnighter here, and he has never had reason to complain about anything.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: This is my 4th stay at this lovely hotel. The staff are always very friendly and helpful. I stayed in a Royal Club Suite, with access to the great Royal Club Lounge. My room was large and immaculately clean, it is starting to look a bit tired and a bit dated, especially the bathroom. I had problems with the hot water and after 3 complaints a man came and showed me how to get hot water in the shower.......silly me thought you just had to turn on the hot tap. No I had to run both hot and cold taps in the bath then the sink before I could turn on the shower!!! Not ideal, I was offered a room change but I couldn't face packing all my things so just put up with it!!! The ladies on reception at the RC lounge were always friendly. The staff waiting on in the RC lounge are fantastic and I would like to thank Arslan, Kingston, Dan and the wonderful Rajesh for looking after my husband and I so well.....what a brilliant team. This hotel would be perfect if it had its pool back, it's such a miss. It's nearly 2 years since it closed and the staff are hoping it will be open again soon. The hotel do supply a car to take you to the Radisson Royal so you can use their pool, which was a nice infinity pool on the 7 the floor. I can't wait to stay again, hopefully in November.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel; City: Clydebank West Dunbartonshire Loch Lomond and The Tross; Review: My partner and I stayed here for 1 night as he was working in the hospital next door, we didn't choose to stay here. On arrival there was plenty of parking, check in was quick but lacking in friendliness. The reception area is vast, cold and had no personality, it was not very welcoming. We had a standard room decorated in varying shades of brown and beige. The curtain was hanging off its hooks and the lamp shade on the bed side light was broken and hanging at an angle, both things annoy me. This is supposed to be a 4* hotel, where was the attention to detail? The bed was a standard double and dipped in the middle, which made for an uncomfortable nights sleep. Breakfast was ok, with plenty of choice but the hot food was dry and hard. The staff were not unpleasant but they were hardly friendly or very professional. While I waited for my partner to return in the afternoon I ordered coffee and a scone in the bar area. I waited 20 minutes for the scone and I had to prompt staff that I had not received it. I was sat beside the bar, they could see it had not been served. I didn't receive an apology it was just plonked down in front of me. The bar was empty the staff spent more time gossiping than they did working. On a positive note the scone was delicious! I also witnessed 2 members of staff arguing in the reception area over a trolley one of them was pushing. This hotel certainly does not act like a 4*, the staff don't really understand customer service and it wasn't a pleasant experience staying here.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Macdonald Holyrood Hotel; City: Edinburgh Scotland; Review: I spent 2 nights here with my partner. He was attending a conference and I was having a relaxing few days. We arrived before the usual check in time but they had a room available for us and we were checked in quickly. We had pre booked car parking and the Concierge guy was an absaloute star. I'm sorry I didn't get his name, but he was friendly, efficient and an asset to the hotel. Our room was the usual McDonald standard......freezing cold on arrival with no heating on! I'm a pain when it comes to detail and once again I was disappointed as the room we had booked was supposed to have water, slippers and bathrobes. The bathrobes were there but no water or slippers. The safe didn't work and despite 2 men looking at it, it still didn't work during our stay. The room was clean and bright, the beds very comfortable but the biggest nightmare was the large double bed was 2 twins pushed together and made up as a double but they separated during the night so one of us would disappear down the gap! It was very annoying! On my first morning I went to breakfast alone as my partner left early for his conference. I was met by a very abrupt man who showed me to my table but didn't give me any explanation as to how the breakfast arrangement worked. I was looking around to see where I could get tea and left wondering why there was no hot food. A polite explanation would have been helpful. My second visit to breakfast was quite the opposite and the man showing us to our table was friendly and explained fully how the system worked and who would be looking after us, what a contrast to my first morning at breakfast. These things really matter to me and I get irritated by poor customer service. I sat in the lounge area one morning wanting some coffee, no one even looked in my direction so I could catch their attention, I approached the bar only to ignored by the rude man from breakfast. He did eventually acknowledge my presence with a curt "yes?". Why do these people do this sort of work if they can't be bothered to be nice? This hotel is nice but it could be a lot better, they need some more of the lovely friendly Concierge people working through; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Premier Inn Liverpool City Centre; City: Liverpool Merseyside England; Review: I spent one night at this lovely hotel. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The room was immaculate, and the bed so comfy. The room I had had a high ceiling with exposed brick, very quirky and individual, I loved it. I ate in the hotel restaurant and the staff here were also very friendly. My waiter for evening was Andrew, he was delightful, every restaurant should have a waiter like this guy! If I'm ever back in Liverpool I would happily stay here. Parking over the road from the hotel was very handy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: The Ghoul Next Door (Monster High); Author: Visit Amazon's Lisi Harrison Page; Review: Good book; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: My First Batman Book: Touch and Feel (DC Super Heroes); Author: David Bar Katz; Review: Super cute book for kids!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: EVEN SUPER HEROES SLEEP (DC Super Heroes); Author: Visit Amazon's David Katz Page; Review: LOVE this book for bedtime for my daughter; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: DC Super Heroes Colors, Shapes & More!; Author: David Bar Katz; Review: Super cute book! Can't wait to read it to my daughter!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: If These Boobs Could Talk: A Little Humor to Pump Up the Breastfeeding Mom; Author: Visit Amazon's Shannon Payette Seip Page; Review: Absolutely wonderful and hilarious!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Villa Mulino; City: Garda Province of Verona Veneto; Review: We have just returned from our holiday in Lake Garda, staying at the Hotel Villa Mulino. This in our opinion is a top hotel, the Manager and all of his staff made our stay a memorable one, the food was first class and the service we received was second to none, we would certainly recommend this establishment to anyone visiting Lake Garda.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Messmer Hotel am Kornmarkt; City: Bregenz Vorarlberg Austrian Alps; Review: On our recent trip to Lake Constance we stayed at the Messmer Hotel Bregenz, and would certainly highly recommend this hotel for it's first class food and superb accommodation, served by friendly and very efficient staff. This hotel is close to the lake and boat trips if you choose to use them and is situated in a very modern shopping area, we would certainly stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Seehotel Schlick; City: Fuschl am See Austrian Alps; Review: We have just returned from Austria staying at the Seehotel Schlick Fuschl am See, the hotel is situated close to the lake and only a short bus ride from Salzburg and other holiday attractions. The rooms are spacious with large bathrooms and good views,the food is very good served by Herta the owner and very efficient staff, breakfast offers a varied choice and dinner consists of three course menu followed by coffee or tea if you prefer. The hotel has a recently installed lift which is ideal as there are a lot of stairs it also has a very pleasant bar and cafe. We would certainly recommend this hotel to other people visiting Fuschl as we intend to return to this hotel next year.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel; City: Clydebank West Dunbartonshire Loch Lomond and The Tross; Review: What a superb Hotel the rooms are very clean and spacious,also the staff are both friendly and very helpful and the food first class we were spoilt for choice. The breakfast set you up for the day and the evening meal gave you a wide choice to choose from, all in all this Hotel ticks all the boxes and we will certainly stay here again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Windermere Hotel; City: Windermere Lake District Cumbria England; Review: Having just spent five days at this hotel we would certainly recommend to others visiting Windermere, the food was first class and the staff both friendly and helpful also the rooms were clean and very comfortable which was an added bonus we would certainly return to this hotel.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Weck 762 Tulip Jelly Jar, SET of 6; Brand: Weck; Review: These are cute, first saw them in a restaurant for water glasses and liked them so much bought my own.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Weck 900 Tall Mold Jar - 1/5 Liter, Set of 6; Brand: Weck; Review: Love these, use them as our drinking glasses.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Target Marketing Systems Set of 2 24-Inch Belfast Wooden Saddle Stools, Set of 2, Black; Brand: Target Marketing Systems; Review: Great, sturdy and reasonably priced. Fits perfectly at my kitchen island.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wilton Trim-N-Turn Ultra Cake Decorating Turntable - Cake Decorating Stand; Brand: Wilton; Review: Quick delivery, love the gripper strip on the top, works great.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: R&M Shark 4.5" Cookie Cutter in Durable, Economical, Tinplated Steel; Brand: CybrTrayd; Review: Quick delivery, just what I was looking for.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Edible Printer Bundle- Canon MG5520 with Edible Inks and Frosting Sheets; Brand: PCUniversal; Review: Works great, came with wafer paper and not frosting sheets as noted in the description, but they worked out fine.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Home_and_Kitchen |
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Title: I'm Proud of You; Author: Visit Amazon's Tim Madigan Page; Review: Lovely account of a friendship between the author and everybody's neighbor, Fred Rogers. It's impossible to walk away from this book without feeling Mr. Rogers was a saint walking among us. I especially look forward to reading the books included in an informal bibliography - books cherished by Mr. Rogers.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Admiral's Penniless Bride; Author: Visit Amazon's Carla Kelly Page; Review: I occasionally pick up a little romance novel when I'm in the mood to be diverted by some light reading. Usually these books are like junk food - they satisfy a craving but don't provide any lasting satisfaction. I began this book with those expectations, but it ended up being something more. Sweet but not saccharin, and played out in as believable a fashion as marriage of convenience could be. Much better written than most of its ilk. I would recommend this one and might even read it again sometime.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: A Hero to Come Home To (A Tallgrass Novel); Author: Visit Amazon's Marilyn Pappano Page; Review: I was surprised at how good this book was. I was just expecting just a light romance a la Harlequin, but this was much better than that. It was nicely written and the characters were well developed. Very sweet. I will warn you that this is the first of a series, so we are introduced to several other interesting characters whose stories will be resolved in future books. I definitely plan to buy the next one when it comes out (not until Feb. 2014!). I would absolutely recommend this one to anyone who wants a sweet romance that is several notches above a harlequin romance.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Butterflies of North Carolina, South Carolina & Georgia: A Guide to Common & Notable Species (Common and Notable Species); Author: Visit Amazon's Marc C. Minno Page; Review: Just a small brochure, but I've used it to identify every butterfly I've spotted. It's laminated, too, so if you take it along on a hike, it won't get damaged. Brilliant!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: End of Watch; Author: Visit Amazon's Stephen King Page; Review: Overall, I enjoyed this trilogy. The first two were edge-of-your-seat crime procedurals. There certainly was evil present, but nothing that beggars the imagination. I found them very enjoyable. Not deep, but quite entertaining. This one deviated from that formula (it was still gripping, don't get me wrong), but there was an element of supernatural evil that made it different from the other two. Given that Stephen King, the master of horror, wrote them, I shouldn't be surprised. But since it was absent in the first two, he lulled me into expecting a straight forward crime thriller. I did enjoy the character development throughout the three books and the sense of closure we were given with the heroes. I'm glad I invested the time in reading them.; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
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Title: Home and Away - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Samantha Wayland Page; Review: Good read!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Guns n' Boys: He is Mine (book 2) (gay dark romance mafia thriller) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.A. Merikan Page; Review: Awesome Series!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Guns n' Boys: Swamp Blood (Book 4) (gay dark mafia romance) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's K.A. Merikan Page; Review: These boys are Soooo Hott!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: His Favorite Color is Blood - Coffin Nails MC (gay biker dark romance) (Sex & Mayhem Book 8); Brand: Visit Amazon's K.A. Merikan Page; Review: Yessss... Can't wait for more!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unknown (Hooked Book 3) - Kindle edition; Brand: Visit Amazon's Charity Parkerson Page; Review: I've read many of her bookd and really enjoyed this series, .. Can't wait for the next books to come!; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Kindle_Store |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons; City: Greensboro North Carolina; Review: We decided to stay last minute after a day at Wet and Wild. Our room was recently remodeled and looked neat and fresh. Starbucks is in the lobby as well as a restaurant and bar. Only complaint was the beautiful new shower that leaks on the floor. I told them at checkout, which they alreadt knew about. Otherwise a great place to stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Red Roof Inn Clyde; City: Clyde Ohio; Review: We stayed for 3 nights while in town for a family gathering. Hotel staff were friendly and helpful (even called to confirm my online reservation for accuracy). The breakfast is basic but functional. The kids enjoyed the pool and worked great to burn off some energy on a cold day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Best Western Plus Bowling Green; City: Bowling Green Kentucky; Review: Decided to stay after seeing the reviews....... didn't have reservations but were able to get a room easily....very updated decor..... new pool and clean breakfast area...... room was clean and comfortable with all the typical amenities.....very friendly staff....close to the freeway and restaurants...... a great place for the money...only 30 minutes from Mammoth Cave.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Point Hotel Suites; City: Orlando Florida; Review: We stayed 3 nights while in town for vacation. We spent the first day at Legoland (less than an hour away), then another day at Universal. It is on a non busy road and close to everything. We took an Uber to Universal (much easier than driving and parking) for $11 there and $8 back. The resort is updated and everything was clean. We enjoyed our last day at the pool. It was not too busy any of the times we were there, but there were kids for our son to play with. We did the breakfast buffet (which was nice)....although it got very crowded at times. We ordered lunch from the Cabana Grill.... it was ok but nothing fabulous ( convenient as we really didn't want to drive to pick up lunch). The pool bar was nice with a good variety. We had the 2 King Suite....2 beds, Mini fridge/microwave, Keurig and TV. It was a little tight but worked for the small amount of time we were in there. Staff were friendly and helpful.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Westin Peachtree Plaza Atlanta; City: Atlanta Georgia; Review: I stayed for 4 nights to attend a conference on site, then another 2 with family. The staff that I intereacted with were all amazing, friendly and helpful (both for hotel and conference set up). Everything was beautifully decorated and clean. The beds were very comfortable and loved the rain head shower. Staff were very responsive to any concerns we had. One night the neighboring room had a young child that was crying that night.... they were very responsive and immediately offered for us to change rooms. We also called the desk on our last day due to the tv remote not working and not having any regular coffee in the room. Staff was there quickly, very apologetic and fixed the problem. This location is great!!! Very close to lots of restarants and Peachtree Centre for a quick lunch during conference break. The Marta is also only 1 block away. Only negatives were about parking (which is the same for any downtown hotel) and sometimes long waits for the elevator. I felt very safe and secure in the downtown location.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with food recipes as follows:
Title: hello dollies; Review: LOVE THESE!! My Mam-Maw made these for Christmas. My DH never had them before and in restoring some traditions I made them this past holiday. I use pecans (like a good Texan) and use about 6 Tbls of butter. Yum Yum and Super Easy. You can't go wrong.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: oklahoma dip; Review: We always have the ingredients on hand, not only for holidays, but whenever an impromtu party arises. I saute my onions in a couple of tbls of butter before adding to the mix, occasionally I add about a cup of shredded cheddar and a smidge of cream or milk to smooth the flavors when we feel a little bit like splurging. My DBIL tried to eat it as a soup during the holiday. You can also cut down on cook time by using microwave but it isn't as good. This is a can't miss dip!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: cappuccino mousse trifle; Review: Made this for one of my DH's office parties. It became such a popular request I made him learn to make it. He makes actually espresso and adjusts the milk accordingly. We are remodeling the Kit/DinRm and I do not have access to my recipe cards or cookbooks and was SOOO happy to see the recipe here. He is having to make it tonite for one of his employee's birthday. Thanks JustCher for posting and saving the day.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: pineapple mandarin orange fluff; Review: This was one of the many Jello salads my family made during holidays. It is delightful. You can also add some toasted chopped pecans for a little flair. It is easy and quick. Be sure to let it set up for at least 6-8 hrs for best flavor and texture.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: abbott northwestern station 63 carrot cake; Review: This was better than delicous. Reminded us of a recipe an older neighbor used to make when we were growing up. I used matchstick carrots to save time and it gave the cake a little "tooth". Truly a winner cake. Would even be good without icing. I let it set overnite in fridge and I feel gave the flavors time to meld. A really good recipe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: christmas morning casserole; Review: This was delicious. Instead of canned mushrooms, I sauteed some and I also added sauteed onions. Took to church for Easter lunch. DH and visiting priest thought it was wonderful. Definitely worth trying, especially for a crowd.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: anadama oatmeal bread bread machine; Review: This made a delicious loaf of bread. Golden with a very crisp outside, tender inside with a density good for toast to sandwiches. My preference is hot out of machine with a slather of butter (actually Smart Balance to be truthful). I made for DH for his lunch and dinner the next few days. I am supposed to be following South Beach, but couldn't resist the distinctively different, beautiful aroma of this bread. And had to have a slice off the end! Thank you Barb for sharing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: high fiber bran bread; Review: This is a wonderful bread. Full, rich taste on the "nutty" side with a not too heavy density. Makes wonderful sandwiches and tastes delicious with orange marmalade. Love the bran fiber in the loaf. Can't wait till fall, it would be great with stews and soups. Thanks for another great bread recipe Barb!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: honey wheat oatmeal bread all whole grain version; Review: This bread was FABULOUS! Good whole wheat flavor with the nuttiness of the oats. Texture good for sandwiches or toast. Will be great with stews and soups this winter. We don't own a grinder, but Arrowhead Mills is here in Hereford and they have certified organic flours and grains. Used steel cut oats and thought it was really good. I must confess that I messed up the first loaf. I like to use machine to mix dough and bake in oven. Well I didn't bake long enough since bread is pretty dense. But second batch was Delish! Thanks BobbieGirl for such a great recipe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: my mama s hummous; Review: Mama definitely knows best. I just want to roll in this! It's Fabulous! Perfect balance of spice to tang flavor. Hubby and I can eat by spoonful. Forget the dippers! Thanks for sharing; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: snicker bar salad; Review: This was absolutely divine. Took it to a church salad supper and everyone raved and raved. My Mam Maw made something like this, except it was just Cool Whip, apples and Snickers. Well this one has replaced her recipe in my collection. It was just wonderful. Thanks for posting!!!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: bacon and mushroom chowder; Review: This was FABULOUS. I only had thick sliced bacon so I used 5 slices of bacon. I also thought I had potatoes, but alas I did not so I guess mine was more of a soup. I also did not add additional salt since recipe calls for 2 cans of soup, and I added a bay leaf. Otherwise I kept to the recipe. As the cook I couldn't stop "testing" during cooking. I almost couldn't eat during dinner, but I "managed" to make room (haha). DH has requested it be added to our soup suppers. Thank you for sharing your recipe!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: basic white bread for bread machine; Review: This same recipe came with our breadmaker, Regal Kitchen Pro. It is our ol' standby. We use the rapid setting and it turns out perfect. Hubby can even makes it. Thanks Pamela for posting, now I won't lose track either...lol; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: turkish cacik; Review: We had a salad supper at church and I made this for one of my dishes. We absolutely loved it. It was well received and everyone commented on how refreshing and soothing it was. DH ate the leftovers and I have added to our regular lineup. It is soooo much better than the mayo based cucumber salads normally made. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to having with some Tandoori.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: best ever squash casserole; Review: Very tasty squash dish! Was looking for something to use up squash from garden and made for family gathering. I thought I had enough American and did not, so added some cheddar/jack, also added some cheddar/jack on top. I also added some medium heat chilies from the garden. Everyone enjoyed. I will add this to our veggie list. Thanks for sharing!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: alton brown s baked macaroni and cheese; Review: YUMMDILLYLICIOUS! Was about to make broccoli cheese casserole for a church supper and caught the episode that featured this recipe and changed my mind. Everyone loved this. I made it the night before up 'til the baking part. I just added about 20 minutes bake time as I got ready for church. The only thing different I would do is perhaps add about 1 tsp. extra mustard and perhaps use x-tra sharp cheese. But truly that is a personal taste change. DH and everyone that tried it at church loved it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: paneer indian cottage cheese; Review: This was the recipe I was taught to use with a preference for lemon juice and whole milk. One tip if using lemon juice, after you let it initially drain, rinse it gently to remove any remaining lemon juice and squeeze gently. Then continue to let it drain and weight it with plate and like a large can of veg or tomatoes. Also works great as a dessert if you don't weight it down and add a touch of honey, cinnamon and walnuts to the cheese and serve with bread.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: spinach cheese casserole; Review: My mother used to make this for holidays and we rediscovered a couple Christmas' back. Just now getting around to writing review. We love this dish! I like to 'spice' it up a bit with an Indian flair- some tumeric, coriander, cumin, ground chili pepper and some garam masala. I put them into the onion and garlic mixture for about 3 mins. before adding the spinach. I also do not use that much butter and like another reviewer have used olive oil for the saute section. My husband said he could eat this every day. It's wonderful dish. Thank you!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: nawlins style stuffed bell peppers; Review: This was wonderful dish! Hubby and I both loved it and it will definitely be added to rotation. It's such a great play on stuffed peppers and the flavors are a nice balance and blend.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | food |
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Title: USB Wall Charger EasyAcc 3-Port 36W 7.2A Travel Charger with Foldable Plug for iPhone 8 X 7 6s 6; Brand: EasyAcc; Review: This works well without issue. We have two tablets and two phones (and occasionally a couple of Kindles) to charge. It charges all with no issues.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Samsung 32GB up to 48MB/s EVO Class 10 Micro SDHC Card with Adapter (MB-MP32DA/AM); Brand: Samsung; Review: I purchased this for use in my wife's Samsung smart phone. It worked fine for about 2 months. Then she started getting messages on her phone saying "Initializing SD card", then "SD card is unplugged" over and over. We removed the card, and I inserted it into a couple of other devices. It didn't work in them either.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Limited Edition Premium Leather Origami Cover for Kindle Voyage; Brand: Amazon; Review: I splurged and bought myself a Voyage, so I went ahead and splurged on this cover. I do like the real leather, and the origami shape. I do not use the "stand" as it seems to be at the wrong angle for me. Good quality, but really expensive. However, I use the heck out of my Kindles and expect to use this one for 4-5 years.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 10 Case; Brand: INFILAND; Review: The Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 is sort of a strangely shaped tablet, and this cover works fine. I do find that I have to take it out of the cover to really use the kickstand for Skype or movie watching. The quality is fine. I got this blue/turquoise color to be able to easily find it compared to the others around the house in red and black covers.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 - 10.1" WXGA Tablet (Qualcomm 1.3GHz Processor, 1 GB RAM, 16 GB SSD, Android 5.1; Brand: Lenovo; Review: I replaced an older Lenovo tablet with this one. It is plenty fast for the pretty basic things I do. The best feature is the battery life. I use this after work, just for email checking, web surfing, etc. Not anything really graphics intensive and the battery lasts me 7-10 days. I have used it with Netflix and it performs great. I enjoy the built-in "kickstand" and use it when I am Skype'ing. I liked it enough that I recommended one to my brother-in-law.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: AmazonBasics Medium DSLR Gadget Bag (Orange interior); Brand: AmazonBasics; Review: Perfect size bag for my camera body, 3 lenses and battery charger inside. Small tablet (7") fits great in slot provided. Love the orange interior. Adequate storage for miscellaneous cables, SD cards, etc.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: amzbasic Resistance Bands, Exercise Bands; Brand: Roku; Review: I moved my TiVo to another house, and we used it to get our Netflix and Amazon Prime shows. Replaced it with this refurbished Roku. It works great. I like the interface, and can say that it is faster and has fewer "pauses" than the TiVo. It said refurbished, but looked new in all ways.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Wireless TV Headphones — Jelly Comb Wireless RF Stereo Headphones Headset Earphone with 3.5mm Audio-out Jack for TV, Cell; Brand: Jelly Comb; Review: My wife wears these so as to not disturb me while she is watching TV. They work fine. Only two comments. 1 - she has to turn them on with the switch twice before it picks up the transmission from the TV and 2 - if you don't have the USB cable hooked up to the transmitter, it will drain batteries in just a day or two. The batteries in the headset last for weeks at a time (used about 1.5 hours per day). A good value for the money.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
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Title: Nannette Little Girls' Two-Piece Cat Pullover and Dress; Brand: Nannette; Review: The picture doesn't do this justice. The pink on the shirt and dress looks washed out in the picture, but in person its much brighter. And the jewels on the cat and flower are sparkly, which my daughter loves. Its an adorable dress!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: iLoveSIA Women's Bootleg Yoga Pant Casual Workout(Clearance); Brand: iLoveSIA; Review: I normally wear a small but ordered a large based on these reviews. I'm so glad I did because they fit perfectly. Nice pants.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Youngland Girls' Sparkle Brushed Sweater Knit and Mesh Tiered Dress Set; Brand: ; Review: Perfect outfit for my daughter's birthday party at a bounce play place. It looks dressy but she said it was super comfy. She normally wears a 5 but we went up to a 6 based on other reviews, and that worked out well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blueberi Boulevard Baby Girls' Dot Floral Jumper Set; Brand: Blueberi Boulevard; Review: Great outfit for my little one!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Reinforced Design Water Resistant Backpack; Brand: WB; Review: We've been using it for six months now and it's held up like new. I absolutely expect we'll finish the school year with it, and I wouldn't be surprised if we use it next year too.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kanu Surf Girls' Olivia One-Piece Swimsuit; Brand: ; Review: Super cute swimsuit. We made it through last summer and are using it again this summer, and we do swim several times a week. The suit has held up great. The size seven fits my seven year old just fine, but she is super skinny.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Clothing_Shoes_and_Jewelry |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Grove Square Single Serve Caramel Cappucino Single serve cup 24 Ct for Keurig Brewers; Brand: Grove Square; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grove Square Chai Latte, 24-count Single Serve Cup for Keurig K-cup Brewers; Brand: Grove Square; Review: Didn't like this; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grove Square Pumpkin Spice Cappuccino K-Cups (48 Count); Brand: Grove Square; Review: I love the pumpkin spice it is great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: 48 Count - Folgers Gourmet Selections Classic Roast Coffee For Keurig Brewers; Brand: Folgers; Review: Great as always and on time; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grove Square Cappuccino, French Vanilla, 24 Count Single Serve Cups; Brand: Grove Square Cappuccino; Review: Great as always; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indulgio 72 Count K-Cups (Spiced Apple Cider); Brand: Indulgio; Review: Great love this one.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Indulgio White Chocolate Caramel Single Serve for Keurig K-Cup Brewers, 12 Count (Pack of 6) (Compatible with 2.0 Keurig; Brand: Indulgio; Review: Love this white chocolate Carmel; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grove Square Coffee, Hazelnut, 24 count; Brand: Grove Square; Review: Great; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Folgers Black Silk Coffee, Dark Roast, K-Cup Pods for Keurig K-Cup Brewers, 12-Count (Pack of 6); Brand: Folgers; Review: Very good coffee.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_Grocery_and_Gourmet_Food |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics; Author: Visit Amazon's Daniel James Brown Page; Review: The story of the Washington crew and the insights into the sport are exceptional. But the most compelling feature of the book is the story of Joe Rantz. The book is well written, well organized and takes us back to an era of difficulty but simplicity in the everyday life of the team members because of the Depression. This is contrasted with the complexity of the political issues surrounding the staging of the 1936 Olympics under the control of the Nazi party. A very uplifting and significant addition to my library.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: West of the Revolution: An Uncommon History of 1776; Author: Visit Amazon's Claudio Saunt Page; Review: The book covers previously known historical material but connects the material to the timing of the American Revolution. In that regard it presents an interesting perspective I had not previously appreciated.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Canyon; Author: Mark Sublette; Review: This is the third, and in my opinion the best, in a series of thrillers by Mark Sublette. His primary character is the owner of an art gallery in Santa Fe who keeps getting caught up in circumstances involving murders. This particular book builds the story from four different views all of which converge at the end. The author also builds on his main character adding additional suspense to the narrative. This is a good and easy read when one needs to back away from more serious treatises and relax.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Stone Men: A Charles Bloom Murder Mystery; Author: Mark Sublette; Review: The author improves with each book. This one develops the characters well and includes a twist at the end which is a bit different from the first three books.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Citizens of London: How Britain was Rescued in Its Darkest, Finest Hour; Author: Visit Amazon's Lynne Olson Page; Review: A very interesting and informative story about three Americans who stood by England at the beginning and through the end of WWII. While most people of my age know about Harriman and Murrow, I had no knowledge of Ambassador Winant. The book also does a good job of covering the struggles among the allies through the end of the war and among the military personnel. It is a very thorough and enjoyable read for history buffs.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Fateful Lightning: A Novel of the Civil War; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeff Shaara Page; Review: Most of the popular books about the Civil War which I have read give short shrift to the "March of Sherman" through the South. Utilizing historical fiction, Shaara provides an interesting and entertaining perspective on Sherman's "March." It also includes the story of a "freed" slave who follows the army after it passes through his Georgia plantation, an interesting perspective. An excellent read, as are all of Shaara's books.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Between the White Lines eBook; Author: Mark Sublette; Review: A fun read, especially for those who understand a bit about golf and the Masters Tournament. As with his other books, the plot line is fairly simple but takes some twists and turns that are not predictable. The author drops use of his regular character in this book and introduces a new group of actors. It's not a deep or complex read but kept my interest.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: The French House; Author: Visit Amazon's Don Wallace Page; Review: An interesting and unusual read about a young couple who "stumbles" upon a French island, buys a decrepit piece of property and then takes a number of years a few weeks at a time to fix it up as they escape their hectic New York City life. I originally saw an excerpt from the book in Surfers Journal and was sufficiently interested to read the whole book. While some surfing is involved, the primary charm of the book is the island, the village in which the property is located and the local inhabitants described with oftentimes humor. The reader also learns about the author, his wife and follows their life and that of their son as he grows up.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Age of Gold: The California Gold Rush and the New American Dream; Author: Visit Amazon's H.W. Brands Page; Review: This is a well written, interesting and informative history of the California Gold Rush. It provides a good perspective on how the gold rush impacted not only California but the rest of the nation and individuals caught up in it. It covers the more influential actors including Sutter, Fremont and Stanford and provides a glimpse into what happened to the lesser actors involved.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: River of Doubt; Author: Visit Amazon's Candice Millard Page; Review: This is a fascinating account of what for me was a little known event in the life of Theodore Roosevelt. After his loss for his Progressive Party run for President he was depressed and needed something to pick him up. He decided on a journey of exploration in the Amazon. The book tells of what the original journey was to be, how Roosevelt and his acquaintances planned the trip and how it actually took place on a river that had not been previously explored. It has intrigue, suspense and exciting action. It was hard to put down when I got into the actual journey itself.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Showdown: Thurgood Marshall and the Supreme Court Nomination That Changed America; Author: Visit Amazon's Wil Haygood Page; Review: A fascinating review of the process and the characters involved in opposing and supporting the nomination of Thurgood Marshall by President Johnson. At the time, I was so engrossed in my own struggle to get through college that I didn't appreciate the bitterness of the opposition from the Deep South and the racial divide still existing despite, or because of, the Passage of the Civil Rights act and the Supreme Court decision in Brown v. The Board of Education. This should be a required read for those who don't appreciate or understand the tension between races during that time or currently.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tangled Vines: Greed, Murder, Obsession, and an Arsonist in the Vineyards of California; Author: Visit Amazon's Frances Dinkelspiel Page; Review: The book not only covers the fascinating story of fraud and arson by Mark Anderson but provides an interesting history of wine in California dating back to the 17th century.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Unfair: The New Science of Criminal Injustice; Author: Visit Amazon's Adam Benforado Page; Review: An excellent review of issues within our criminal justice system which must be discussed and addressed to insure integrity and public acceptance of our system.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Born a Crime; Author: Visit Amazon's Trevor Noah Page; Review: This review of Trevor Noah's early life provides a wonderful story about a mother and son's travails in apartheid South Africa. Whether you follow him on The Daily Show or not it is worth reading on its own. If you do follow him you can actually hear his narrative during the read.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Daily Show (The Book): An Oral History as Told by Jon Stewart, the Correspondents, Staff and Guests; Author: Visit Amazon's Chris Smith Page; Review: As a longtime viewer of The Daily Show, I really enjoyed the book. The book gives much of the background about how Jon Stewart became involved, how the program progressed after he took over, and gave a good glimpse of the various correspondents over the years. It is a verbal narrative by all of the various players and what they thought of the show and the process. It also has comments from many of the show's guests, including John McCain and his wife Cindy. I came away with wonder about how they researched and produced the shows with such quick turn around from the daily news.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: East Indies Mansion; City: George Town Penang Island Penang; Review: I had the chance of staying 3 days 2 night to this place, at the end of December 2015. Got upgraded to a nice family room, upstairs. Old shophouse, very nicely renovated, with a lot private/shared terrace. Decoration makes you feel at home right away. Big thumps up to the very enthusiastic and dynamic team. Nice refreshing tea during checking, complimented them on that, and received an other one in my room. THank you for a great stay in Penang !; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Planters Country Hotel; City: Tanah Rata Cameron Highlands Pahang; Review: Rude staff. No hello, no welcome upon arrival. Steep stairs to go to the room, had help but really annoyed the guy. Rooms smelled humidity. No bottle of water, no fridge, no safe. Hairs in my bed from previous guests. Troubles with my parent's bathroom, had to request maintenance to come, twice without success. Don't go there if you want to enjoy your stay.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Monkey Dive Hostel Khaolak; City: Khao Lak Phang Nga Province; Review: Stayed there for 3 nights. Great hostel, the design is pretty good. Very clean, rooms of decent size. Common space are neatly furnished, with a pool, nice garden with snack bar. Location is pretty decent too, close from the main street and 15min away from the beach. Good stuff, highly recommend.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: OK Divers Resort Spa; City: Padangbai Bali; Review: The rooms where large, nice bathroom with shower. Lots of light, but not the kind of room you would spend the day in. Better to get out to enjoy the pool, the restaurant (good local and european food) and most importantly the dive and snorkeling ! Couldn't try it as my stay was too short, but the staff and equipment looked good.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: New Otani Inn Sapporo; City: Chuo Sapporo Hokkaido; Review: Stayed there for 3 nights. Good room and bathroom, decent desk to work in the evening. Rich buffet for breakfast. Location is 500m from train station with direct train to airport. Bar at basement level has a nice collection of local whiskies!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ginza Grand Hotel; City: Chuo Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: I stay 3 days & 3 nights in Tokyo at the Grand Ginza. Rooms are rather small with not the amenities you could expect from a city hotel (no safe box, empty mini bar...). If you want to delay your check out, you have to pay around 1500Y per hours. I wouldn't recommend the breakfast is it is expensive for the choice and quality. The bar at the ground floor is enjoyable, haven't tried the other restaurants though. The location is near a big subway station and behind the hotel you have Ginza district with heaps of nice restaurant and luxury shops.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: TUVE; City: Hong Kong; Review: Good deal for price / sqm / location / design Room was decent size, with full amenities, and good bathroom. Obviously, the main point of TUVE is the design, black & grey concret, steel industrial style. Lighting very well thought. Smart furniture to offer maximum space & flexibility. Other surprise... local smartphone in the room, with full 3G access, loaded with maps, discount and good tips! Will go back.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Shiodome; City: Higashishimbashi Minato Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Ka; Review: Stayed there for 3 days 2 nights. Room is decent size, view of Tokyo amazing ( stayed on the 33rd floor), with Tokyo Tower and even had breakfast in front of mt Fuji. Breakfast is average, quickly crowded (you have choice between Western style and Chinese) Decent desk in the room.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Fusion Suites Saigon; City: Ho Chi Minh City; Review: Brand new looking places in HCMC. i was on the 7th floor, very nice room, full of light. Little kitchen corner, nice bathroom, desk bed, couch... Bed super comfortable, one of the best I tried. Didn't try the spa, even though it included, but I heard it is pretty nice. Rooftop dining area offers a nice brekkie in the morning (local & continental choice), good for a drink in the evening over the city, but close a bit early. Great interior design, nice park nearby, might be a bit far from CBD (20min walk).; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: APA Hotel Higashi Shinjuku Kabukicho; City: Kabukicho Shinjuku Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Third or 4th APA i've been into in Tokyo. The room match the price, comfortable to sleep and work during a business trip. Nice bathroom, below are somehow flat. Several eatery around. Shinjuku can be "hot", better to know before going.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: APA Hotel Resort Sapporo; City: Minami Sapporo Hokkaido; Review: Stayed there because all other hotel for business were packed. I don't recommend for business stay, as it is a bit far from the city center. Otherwise room was ok, bathroom full Japanese style, same for breakfast buffet.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Station; City: Kita Sapporo Hokkaido; Review: It is 5min from Sapporo station, which is good. Small room, not as clean as other Japanese hotel (found hair). Carpet is old looking so gives a bad impression. WiFi was average. The izakaya place downstair is pretty good, otherwise a strong choice of dinners options at Sapporo station.time. The breakfast was very Japanese, I went outside most of the; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: HOTEL MYSTAYS PREMIER Akasaka; City: Akasaka Minato Tokyo Tokyo Prefecture Kanto; Review: Stayed there for a week, on business trip. Rooms of decent size for Tokyo standard, good bathroom. Small gym, but a lounge & terrace to get some work done with lot of natural light. 7/11 downstairs. Surrounding streets are full of bars & restaurant, perfect to unwind after a long day. Breakfast was alright for westerners.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Chitose; City: Chitose Hokkaido; Review: Stayed there one night while waiting to catch my flight early morning. Big rooms compared to the standard around. Convenience store, early breakfast, roof top dining/bar (closes early though). Area very quiet so if you want to have a drink and socialise, maybe not the best. Free shuttle bus for connection with Chitose airport .; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Route Inn Chitose Ekimae; City: Chitose Hokkaido; Review: Night after a late flight. Rooms are old style, but clean and bed comfortable. Small but good bathroom, decent wifi early breakfast, and shutle service to New Chitose airport. Book early as it is often full.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Queen s Hotel Chitose; City: Chitose Hokkaido; Review: Spend one night before catching an early flight. Small room bu enough for this kind of stay, well designed, with plugs everywhere. Good bathroom too, and fast wifi. Izakaya style restaurant downstairs, with a free drink upon arrival. Free shuttle service to airport.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hilton Colombo; City: Colombo Western Province; Review: Near the old dutch fort, the hilton hotel has spacious room with a desk corner, pretty decent to clear few emails before going to ground floor where 2 nice restaurants are waiting for you. A buffet live cooking, great food from Sri lanka, India, Italy as well as sushi. And a more traditional one outside, perfect to discover local flavour. I had to catch an early flight, lucky for me room was oriented to the mosque which woke me up rather early since the acoustic of the rooms are not so great.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: FAIRWAY COLOMBO; City: Colombo Western Province; Review: Second time, year appart that I visit fairway Colombo. Trendy rooms, clean and enough space. Location is great, near the dutch fort, few pubs and good restaurants around (Ministry of Crabs for examples). Excursion provided by the hotel were nice, we did the tour to Kandy, great driver, stopped us at some interesting location. Anyway, great location for a weekend in the city.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Dash Resort; City: Langkawi Langkawi District Kedah; Review: Recent hotel in Langkawi, very trendy. Stayed in deluxe room, decent size, design for millennials... Lots of quirky things to take on picture around the place. Some service/technical hiccups, probably due to the recent opening of the place. Restaurant has a good range of food and drinks. Place is a bit remote from the nightlife of langkawi, however cabs and uber are very affordable. Be aware also that really few excursion are available around, need to rely on other suppliers and there are plenty, do some research first...; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Monster; Brand: Charlize Theron; Review: Good acting Theron is very very good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: XXy; Brand: Ricardo Darin; Review: Good; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: A Beautiful Mistake; Brand: WU Lu Zhou , CHEN Rui Xuan , ZHANG Xin YOU Li Ping ; Review: Don't watch all the film; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Compulsion; Brand: Heather Graham; Review: Wierd; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: HERCULES; Brand: ; Review: Very good; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Movies_and_TV |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Wake Up To Your True Identity: Revealing The Biblical Nationality Of The So-Called African Americans; Author: Visit Amazon's Maurice Lindsay Page; Review: Good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Hidden Treasure That Lies In Plain; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeremy Shorter Page; Review: Good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Kemetic Diet: Food For Body, Mind and Soul, A Holistic Health Guide Based on Ancient Egyptian Medical Teachings; Author: Visit Amazon's Muata Ashby Page; Review: Goodbn; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Hidden Treasure That Lies in Plain Sight 2: Examining King James, the Letter J, Pagan Birthdays, Gentile; Author: Visit Amazon's Jeremy Shorter Page; Review: Good; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing; Author: Visit Amazon's Joy DeGruy Leary Page; Review: Good read, educational. I liked it and I will recommend it to people. PTSS is alive in this country. As I been told before and now I telling you get a passport and go see the real world. The real world.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Plugable 10-Port USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Hub with 48W Power Adapter and Two Flip-Up Ports for Additional Devices; Brand: Plugable; Review: works well with all my external drives, thumb drives, iPhones. only complaint is that is doesn't charge an iPad, but it will charge an iPhone; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Apple iPad mini Smart Cover (Light Gray) - MD967LL/A; Brand: Apple; Review: This things hangs over the side of my mini over a 1/4 inch. It's a POS. Completely useless and the seller refuses to return it.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Panasonic DMP-BDT320 Integrated Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray DVD Player; Brand: Panasonic; Review: Glad I went with a Panasonic Blue Ray to match my tv. The Viera Link works great and cuts down on my remotes. It loads fast and loads with a slot and not a tray. Very happy.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: BOOM Swimmer Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth Speaker - Red; Brand: BOOM; Review: Got this for Christmas and am very pleased. I have it hanging from my shower head. It sounds great esp compared to other BT speakers I've tried in this price range. I leave it on and connect via Bluetooth before I get in the shower. It's been on/standby for a week now and hasn't needed charged. I have not dunked it underwater yet but it says it can handle that and from the looks of it I believe it.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Double Splitter Earphone Jack Adapter Aux Audio; Brand: Coursin; Review: Looks and feels like there is no screen protector at all. Yet at the same time it is the best protection you can get. To top it off customer support is great!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eathtek Replacement Left and Right CPU Cooling Fan for Apple MacBook Pro 15" A1286 2008 2009 2010 2011; Brand: Eathtek; Review: The fans I received were fake. not OEM. They were cheaply made, didn't fit correctly in my computer and were extremely loud. Very disapointed.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: [Apple MFi Certified] 3FT Lightning to USB Cable Cord Sync and Charge for Apple iPhone 5/5s/6/6 Plus,6S, Ipod; Brand: LI GOODS; Review: This is a review for the 10ft cords. I chose these because of the lifetime warranty. Although i have not made a warranty claim I don't expect I will. These are heavy duty cords. So much so that the phone is awkward to use while charging because the cord itself is fat and inflexible. Luckily they are for use in my bedroom where the phone isn't used much while it charges. Overall i am happy with the purchase.; Rating: 4.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Narva Hotell; City: Narva Ida Viru County; Review: We stayed one night, check in was extremely fast, very friendly staff, nice food (dinner and nice selection for breakfast). We had room with sauna - highly recommended for everyone, and some drinks complimentary from the hotel in the fridge (was a nice surprise) Room was nice, clean, comfortable. Very good location - next to railway station and bus station, and its a center of a city as well. Also we got 10% discount by booking on-line.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Catalunya Express; City: Tarragona Costa Dorada Province of Tarragona Catalonia; Review: Perfect place to stay for few nights to see Tarragona. Its next to railway station and everything is around- main street with shops and cafes, old town, port and many historical places of interest...Staff was very friendly and helpful, on arrival they give map and explain where is what...Room was very clean, beds comfortable, free wi fi in the rooms...Also i was surprised, that room was cleaned every day and every day all towels were changed...It was quiet at night and we had a very good sleep..; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Al Bander Hotel Resort; City: Riffa; Review: We enjoyed staying at Cabana chalet, with nice balcony and view. Bed was very soft and comfortable, there was kettle in the room, so we could have tea/coffee anytime...Swimming pool was very nice and had pool bar with very friendly staff and good price for drinks and food. Breakfast was ok, best point of it was great selection of fresh fruits. It was nice romantic atmosphere in the hotel, and for sure we will be back again there.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Thermal SPA Hotel Roman Bath; City: Banya Blagoevgrad Province; Review: I can say that reception staff was just great -very polite,speak english, clearly explain where was what. Room was big,clean, with big balcony and nice view to the forest. Restaurant staff (afternoon time) were very nice, great service, very good starters and salads. About SPA - sauna was very nice, steam room/hammam was cold, pool with mineral water was nice, the only big minus - mold everywhere on the sides of pool. However, we had a nice time there. Dinner in the restaurant was a bit disappointing - i ordered salmon and potato chips for garnish, first i got potato, then after long time i got fish full of bones, very dry and tasteless. So cant recommend to eat main course their. Its peaceful place, good for relaxation. Also it was hot in the room what was very good due to cold weather outside. There was a kettle and teacups, so we were enjoying having tea in the room. Bathroom towels/gowns were purely white. Minibar was available, but we didnt use it.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ramada Sofia; City: Sofia Sofia Region; Review: it take us some time to find the hotel, and when i tried to call reception to get help with directions, noone was answering the phone.. Anyway, we got to the hotel, parking was free and its a big plus. Check in was fast, it was surprise that we had to give both our id- for me and for my husband, as usually one is enough (even in arabic countries). We got 2 keys, and clear directions how to get to the room, where was spa and where/what time gonna be breakfast. One more plus, all staff speaks english. Disappointment starts in the room, bathroom had issues- first it was only 1 set of towels, no slippers/gowns (room was booked for 2 of us). Anyway, after a call we got slippers and towels, and for gowns we had to ask again (as we book Deluxe double room to have comfortable rest). Taking shower was not a pleasure, as in a minute water was overfloawing... However, bathroom amenities were good. Room and bathroom were clean, bed sheets also very clean and white. It was complimentary of 2 bottles of water, and kettle with nice cups and tea made our evening after the pool. Pool was nice, big, warm water, just a bit weard that everyone had to wear shower hat while swimming (it was very uncomfortable for my husband), near the pool was nice coffee shop, in the evening a very nice lady made the best cappuccino for us. Breakfast was good, however it was missing eggs station and danish pastries were not wow at all. When we were check out, reception lady asked if we used the mini bar, we said no. She didnt believe and asked in Bulgarian her colleague to call housekeeping and check it. And money from debit card were taking the same day of booking! (Usually hotel just put it on hold, here we just got a receipt of already made transaction), so be aware please.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Metropolitan Hotel Sofia; City: Sofia Sofia Region; Review: We came to stay in the hotel for 1 night, and it was great experience. It was fast check in, our room was on the 4th floor (for non-smoking), very clean, and room was big. All bath amenities, slippers and gowns were there in advance, bed was very comfortable. Mini bar had couple of beers, water and soft drinks. The Mall was in 5 min walking- so it was a big plus. We had dinner in the MetBar- it was good, and breakfast was amazing- very big choice of everything (including 3 kind of sausages, smoked salmon, fruits and many others). All food was fresh and hot, so we really enjoyed it. Check out was fast. we booked airport transfer for 10.30, however due to we got ready before 10, receptionist offered us transfer for 10am. Transfer guy helped us with our luggage, and we were the only customers :) . So i highly recommend this hotel and if we come back to Sofia we definatly will stay there.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Travelodge Keighley; City: Keighley West Yorkshire England; Review: It was late check-in, receptionist was nice, friendly and professional. Room was really big, clean, with comfortable bed. Kettle in the room (and tea/coffee) was a big plus. It was very quiet during night and we had a good sleep.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hyatt Place Kansas City Airport; City: Kansas City Missouri; Review: My husband and I stayed here for our anniversary. The staff was amazing from the time we checked in until the time of check-out. We had a room on the 6th floor at at the end. First when we walked in the room it smelled like mildew which we realized was coming from the air conditioning unit. I thought from looking at pictures there was a big shower but was surprised when our room didn't have one. I called down to the front desk and she informed me that some of the hotels had remolded and put in the big showers but this hotel hadn't yet. My husband and I walked down to the front desk to complain about the smell. The girl at the front desk was super nice and accommodating. she quickly moved us to a different room on the 4th floor. The air conditioning unit was digital and newer the room smelled much better. We were on a floor with a bunch of kids as a baseball team was in town for a tournament. We were not to bothered by it as we went out for dinner and came back for drinks in the bar. By the time we got to our room the kids were all asleep. Would recommend not getting a room close to the ice machine could be loud. Ours was all the way at the end of the hall which was nice. I do wish they would of had a hot tub and a bigger shower. My husband was bothered that they had hd tvs without hd channels. Good hotel and we had a fantastic time just wish they would do some updates to make it even better. Breakfast was fantastic as well!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hermann Hill; City: Hermann Missouri; Review: Best bed and Breakfast! My Husband and I stayed for a night in June 2015 for our 3rd wedding anniversary! From check in to check out service was superb! Don't forget to book a massage that was wonderful as well! They gave us an upgrade since it was our anniversary to a nicer room. We stayed in the Virginia Seedling. Complete with hottub, Sauna, and Steam Shower. We toured the wineries during the day and that was fabulous! Our driver Judy was awesome I highly recommend her. She was with Rhine Valley Limo Service! We will definatley be back! Thank you Peggy and Terry for all of your kindness and hospitality! You have really gone to great lengths to ensure your guests have the time of their lives and are happy! Can't wait until next time!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Treehouse Cottages; City: Eureka Springs Arkansas; Review: My husband and I discovered this gem while looking online We were celebrating our 5th Anniversary! We stayed in the Whispering Woods Treehouse. We had a wonderful and time were both very impressed with the treehouse and how clean it was! My husband loved the fact that it sits in the woods. We both can't wait to come back and visit! Thank you for making our Anniversary wonderful and Romantic!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sleep Inn Suites; City: Coffeyville Kansas; Review: My family and I came in town for a funeral and stayed here one night. Our room had a terrible smell and had stains on the comforters. We did asked to switch rooms and they did switch us. The lady at the front desk could have been a little more friendly. The front desk person who came in the evening was more friendly. Breakfast was decent.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Foothills at Thousand Hills; City: Branson Missouri; Review: Stayed here for the Weekend in unit D11. When we arrived it looked clean but had a horrible smell of stale smoke and mildew. I contacted the owner and he kind of acted irritated that I had called. Said he would send over the maid. He called me back and said he would send over the maintenance man to spay out the filter. We left and went to dinner so I am not even sure he even came. I did notice they had put two small containers of mildew remover one above the furnace and one on top of the washer/ Dryer unit. It did absolutely nothing for the smell. The entire house had that terrible smell including the screened in porch. I also had to clean out the tub as we found a pubic hair in it. We won’t stay here again. It looked nice just need to do something about the smell!; Rating: 3.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Dessert FourPlay: Sweet Quartets from a Four-Star Pastry Chef; Author: Visit Amazon's Johnny Iuzzini Page; Review: Great book!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Pance Prep Pearls; Author: Visit Amazon's Dwayne A. Williams Page; Review: Great review...passed with flying colors!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Raising Goats For Dummies; Author: Visit Amazon's Cheryl K. Smith Page; Review: luv it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats, 4th Edition: Breeds, Care, Dairying, Marketing; Author: Jerry Belanger; Review: luv it; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Backyard Goat: An Introductory Guide to Keeping and Enjoying Pet; Author: Visit Amazon's Sue Weaver Page; Review: luv it!; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Brightness Falls; Author: Visit Amazon's Jay McInerney Page; Review: With little of the incoherence or mawkishness that marked "Ransom", but also little of the levity that graced "Bright Lights, Big City", the novel relates a failed junk-bond-takeover of a New York publishing house, in which the protagonist, a minor editor in this company, is a key figure ... and is left out in the rain. Apart from the rather strong dose of morality dealt out towards the end, a compelling read. As usual, McInerney is good at making his characters act and think like real human beings. However, certain aspects are best overlooked, the socialite wife helping victims of a raided crack-house, the corporate raider who is married to a transsexual, the junkie friend ... these seem to be added for effect rather than any reason related to the story's plot.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Ransom; Author: Visit Amazon's Jay McInerney Page; Review: Mawkish yet self-deprecating, boring yet interesting, ineffectual yet captivating. This novel fits all categories. I could not shake off a feeling of disbelief at most of the side-plots, which, unfortunately, are so convoluted that they tend to obscure the main plot, if indeed there is one ... of which I am not sure. Ultimately, this is a novel as pointless as the protagonist's untimely demise. And yet, strangely enough, McInerney's humor and style do make it an amusing read. Just so long you ignore the fact that everything about this novel attempts to proclaim a vast depth of significance - but significance, and any real knowledge about Japan, are the very elements the reader is unlikely to find.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: An Operational Necessity; Author: Visit Amazon's Gwyn Griffin Page; Review: A German submarine's crew sinks a British freight vessel in the waning days of WW-II. In order to prevent detection, the Germans gun down the survivors. Later, after surrendering at a tropical British island colony, the captain and 1st officer are found out, tried and executed. The novel combines a fictious - and quite gripping - account of naval warfare with a not so convincing love affair, and quite some philosophical reflection on what level of atrocity should be accepted in times of war. Typical for Griffin is the anti-British sentiment, which I find somewhat unsettling. However, he refrains from taking sides, leaving the final judgment to the reader. Of course, the logic is somewhat strained in parts ... I for one never understood why the sub sank the ship in the first place, if they were just attempting to lie low and avoid detection.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Sophie's World: A Novel about the History of Philosophy; Author: Jostein Gaarder; Review: A world history of philosophy that totally disregards any philosopher with no Graeco- Roman- White- European background? Hardly very convincing, but unfortunately not the only let-down about this neither particularly well-written nor interesting novel, that to me more closely resembles the outcome of an amateur philosophy / novel writing weekend workshop than a book with bestseller potential. A waste of time and money.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Beauty and Sadness; Author: Visit Amazon's Yasunari Kawabata Page; Review: Kawabata's masterpiece. A story inexorably moving towards the tragic end, yet taking its time in doing so, exploring several side-issues and developing the protagonists' characters such that the outcome appears inevitable. Magically and poetically interwoven with Japanese literature, history and art, human psychology, longing, desire and ultimate betrayal, this is a one-of-a-kind novel that defies all attempts at categorization and in a manner true to all classics, effortlessly transcends the boundaries of time and space in which it was created.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Cannery Row; Author: Visit Amazon's John Steinbeck Page; Review: Much as I dislike such categorization - this book is possibly the best I ever read. Over the past 20 years, I have often re-read it, entirely or in parts, and was amazed to find how it never failed to delight me afresh. Yet what exactly makes it stand apart? Is it Steinbeck's sure-footed style that allows him to choose the words that exactly describe a mood or situation? Is it the structure: Narrative chapters alternating with descriptive ones? Is it the poetic quality? Is it the dwelling on scenes which appear unremarkable, until somone points out their beauty? Is it the compassion and humor? Is it Steinbeck's wisdom and deep understanding of what is really important in life and what is not? Is it the proximity of sadness and laughter, despondency and flippancy? Probably it's the combined effect of all of these put together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Of Mice and Men; Author: Visit Amazon's John Steinbeck Page; Review: Much as I dislike such categorization - this book is possibly the best I ever read. Over the past 20 years, I have often re-read it, entirely or in parts, and was amazed to find how it never failed to delight me afresh. Yet what exactly makes it stand apart? Is it Steinbeck's sure-footed style that allows him to choose the words that exactly describe a mood or situation? Is it the structure: Narrative chapters alternating with descriptive ones? Is it the poetic quality? Is it the dwelling on scenes which appear unremarkable, until somone points out their beauty? Is it the compassion and humor? Is it Steinbeck's wisdom and deep understanding of what is really important in life and what is not? Is it the proximity of sadness and laughter, despondency and flippancy? Probably it's the combined effect of all of these put together.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Sweet Thursday (Classic, 20th-Century, Penguin); Author: Visit Amazon's John Steinbeck Page; Review: The sequel to Steinbeck's best work turns out to be one of his worst: bland, unimaginative, contrived to a fault, unfunny, and totally lacking of any of the wisdom and insight into the ways of human beings that graced "Cannery Row". The happy ending with Doc and the hooker is totally implausible if you take into account the way this man was portrayed in Steinbeck's other works. "Sweet Thursday" does not detract from the qualities of "Cannery Row" - but it certainly left me wondering just what possessed Steinbeck to ignore the truism that certain books (this is one of them) are best left unwritten.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Bright Lights, Big City; Author: Visit Amazon's Jay McInerney Page; Review: You are intrigued by the second-person perspective for a chapter or so, but then, there are still many chapters to come. There are not excessively many of those chapters, which rates among the precious few good things to be said about this book. You quickly get to the point where you have to admit that you have, in fact, read more annoying books than "Bright Lights, Big City" ... albeit, mercifully, not very often. So much for the facts, now to find out just what it is that makes you feel this way. The book attempts to ingratiate itself to you and to make you sympathize with the protagonist. But why should you? If anything, you sympathize with his supermodel bimbo wife. She would have required an angel's patience in addition to her angelic physique to stick with this loser. Not that his failings automatically make for a bad story, many great novels are about losers. But this one is so patently trying to make more of its hero than you or anyone else can conceivably see in him, even when cutting him some generous slack. This also goes for his oh-so-cool sidekick Allagash. Why McInerney is so visibly proud of this character, yet fails to develop it in any credible way, is anyone's guess, and definitely one at which you balked. As for the plot, the only surprising twist to its utter predictability is that his employer's highly commendable decision to fire him took so long. So that leaves you with the language, the elaborate facade of studied suaveness and supposedly with-it lingo behind which can be found .... well, nothing, really.; Rating: 1.0/5.0
Title: Timeline; Author: Visit Amazon's Michael Crichton Page; Review: Reading this book is like watching a blockbuster action movie. The story has holes in it big enough for a knight in full armor to ride his horse through, but the action is practically non-stop, swinging along from beheading to explosion to joust to cliff-hanger. If you go for this kind of thing, you'll find "Timeline" entertaining, but then you will wonder why the heck you didn't wait for the movie, which is sure to come - this novel was very clearly written with an eye on its future marketability as a movie script, and little else. If, however, you expect more of a novel than just that it is a precursor to yet another stale blockbuster, don't bother to read "Timeline". As in others of his recent novels, Crichton makes heavy weather of his supposed familiarity with hip new science concepts. The problem is that he isn't really familiar with the basic science. Lots of obviously only half understood gee-whiz cutting-edge physics terms are mentioned offhandely and are crucial to shore up the totally implausible plot. The less he understands what this is all about, the more nonchalantly he uses them. Obvious truisms from physics 101 are listed in boring detail in the hope that this might impress the science-illiterate reader into believing that he is in fact reading a credible vision of the world to come. Something is very wrong with this novel. It clearly is heavily action-based and in fact rather un-inventively rehashes many sure-fire action scenes used ad nauseam in other films and books. But for an action novel, why all the science, the sociology, and the lengthy discussion of topics such as the paradoxes involved in time travel, why the attempt to debunk commonly held opinions on medieval life? On the other hand, if this is supposed to be a book that uses science fiction as a real glimpse to the various consequences of the technologies involved, why is all the science plain wrong? It never even becomes clear just what the purpose of the whole exercise of time travel is. Concepts of life in the middle ages are refuted with no proof being offered. Crichton should make up his mind about what he wants to write: trash scifi action or serious fictionalized science. Right now he is trying to ride both horses at the same time, and failing.; Rating: 1.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: The Pavilion; City: Nainital Nainital District Uttarakhand; Review: Poor location. faces absolutely nothing...very average food, very noisy as the road right in front is busy and you can hear honks throughout the night. barking dogs can also help you stay awake. Staff tried to be helpful but the hotel is unhygienic.; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: Treatotel; City: Ahmedabad Ahmedabad District Gujarat; Review: Corporate visit to Ahmedabad...looked for a hotel which is clean, economical and has all amneties for a business traveller. Treatotel did not dissappoint at all. Good value for money. Standard rooms are too tiny, anything above that is great!!!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Auris Boutique Hotel Apartments; City: Dubai Emirate of Dubai; Review: Visited Dubai with kids aged 7 and 13....took a one bedroom apartment - spacious with privacy for us and comfortable space for both kids - with extra bed in living room. Well equipped kitchen and bathroom. Location is in New Dubai - near to Burj Al Arab/Mall of Emirates/ Wild Wadi and enroute to Ferrari World/Desert Safari. Though on a hind sight - Downtown is the best place to stay if you are not bang on Palm-Jumeira or Marina for the beach.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn and Suites River Country Resort; City: Manali Manali Tehsil Kullu District Himacha; Review: The hotel is comfortable, near mall road - though to add Mall Road in Manali is useless and one can stay away from there especially in peak season due to chaos/traffic etc. Food, service were excellent!!!; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Monotel Luxury Business Hotel; City: Kolkata Calcutta Kolkata District West Bengal; Review: A wonderful luxury business property in Salt lake. Hghly recommend for a good business stay. Food and service also was excellent. Had stayed in Novotel earlier - but the service and food in Monotel was absolutely amazing; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: Sportsmen s Lodge Hotel; City: Los Angeles California; Review: The rooms are good size and very spacious. I had a pool view room which was excellent and I could relax on the balcony in the sunshine too. The swimming pool is fantastic, very clean and good facilities available with towels laid out ready for you. Perhaps they could open the pool bar a little earlier, although I may have been there out of season. The restaurant is good also, wide selection on offer and relatively cheap but there are other options close by to add a bit of variety. The gardens are lovely and there is no doubt why people would choose to have a wedding there for the gardens and walkways alone! Will definately be back the next time im in the valley.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Quality Inn Suites Hermosa Beach; City: Hermosa Beach California; Review: Great location just 10 minutes walk down to the pier and beach. It is uphill on the way back though so you may want to take a cab back, especially if you've visited Sharkeez ha! Large, spacious rooms, very clean with lots of closet space. The hot tub is fantastic for finishing off the day or relaxing at night too. Would stay here every time for the value for money.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Brunelleschi; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: We have stayed here on a few occasions now as we travel for business and the staff at the Brunelleschi are consistently wonderful. Never have they failed to greet us with a warm, friendly welcome and nothing is too much trouble. This time we also travelled with friends as we had a few extra days, they were delighted with the location as they could explore the beauty of Florence on the doorstep of the hotel. We were even given a birthday bottle of Prosecco this time to help celebrate a special day which was a lovely touch. A huge thank you to all the staff for being forever welcoming each time we arrive and for making us feel instantly at home. The breakfast also seems to be getting better and better each time we go, and the building itself is simply stunning.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Hotel Minerva; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: We love this hotel and now use it each time we visit in summer. In fact we have now started bringing family and friends to join us. It's location is a perfect base for exploring the city but it's the breath taking views from the rooftop pool which won our hearts. The staff are also consistently wonderful, welcoming and extremely helpful, especially in the rooftop bar. We always like to stay on level 5 as this is just below the roof terrace and you can also get great views from the city facing rooms however we spend most of our time on the roof terrace that this isn't a priority for us. Thank you for another wonderful stay and we will see you again next summer.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Borghese Palace Art Hotel; City: Florence Tuscany; Review: We always stay at the Borghese in winter as it is in a great location, superb value and the staff really are the friendliest in Florence. Each time we return we bring more people with us but the girls on reception always remember our faces and we receive a warm welcome as soon as we walk through the door. The junior suites are also some of the biggest we have stayed in in florence and the hotel is a perfect base for a relaxed trip.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
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Title: The Queens Leeds; City: Leeds West Yorkshire England; Review: I stayed here for one night on business, and everything was fine. My room was a good size and everything new and modern. Bathroom good size and clean. Room overlooked city square with lovely lit Christmas tree. Hotel adjacent to the railway station so very convenient when arriving by train. Breakfast and evening meal good. Staff friendly and efficient. All in all no problems and would stay again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Grand Mercure Singapore Roxy; City: Singapore; Review: We had a day and a half in Singapore en-route to New Zealand. Our travel agent booked this hotel and initially I was a little disappointed it wasn't in central Singapore. However, we had a wonderful stay. The hotel was a ten minute taxi ride from the airport - reasonable price and easily obtained taxi from the airport. The immediate area was quiet and quite residential. It was a five minute walk to a lovely beach and park, and the shopping centre with lots of shops and restaurants was just over the road. We arrived mid-afternoon and went for a walk on the beach, walk round shopping centre, had a lovely Thai meal in one of the restaurants then back to the hotel for a drink. In the morning we enjoyed an excellent breakfast then checked out of our large and well-appointed room, left our luggage and took a taxi to the MRT - the fast rail transport throughout the centre. We managed Sentosa Island, Chinatown, high tea at Raffles and Orchard Road before getting a taxi back to the hotel to pick up our luggage and get us straight back to the airport. Had we been staying for a few days a more central hotel would probably have been better but for our purposes it was ideal.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Tryp Madrid Chamartin; City: Madrid; Review: Never having been to Madrid before we didn't know what to expect and worried a little we were out of central Madrid. However, we enjoyed the hotel and found it easy to get into the centre using the Metro. We used the Metro to get to and from the airport and it was quick, convenient and excellent value. The hotel is just opposite the entrance to Chamartin Station and so easy to find, but I understand by taxi it could be difficult. Best to ask for the Station rather than the hotel, I think. Hotel room was comfortable, clean and had everything you wanted. Staff were friendly and helpful. Initially our safe wasn't working but we reported it faulty on Sunday and it was fixed on Monday. Breakfast was plentiful and excellent quality and choice although at almost 15 euros maybe it should have been. Hotel was very efficient, pool was probably nice but we had poor, cold weather and it was far too cold to sample. The immediate area had plenty of tapas bars and restaurants so there was no need to travel to eat although we did and had some lovely meals.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: The Weary Ploughman Inn; City: Churston Ferrers Brixham English Riviera Devon England; Review: We called here as this previously tired looking restaurant looked to have been done up and we were looking for a lunch in the area. We were extremely pleasantly surprised. It was very modern and clean, the service was friendly and good and the quality of food and drink was top-class for the price. Would like to stay in the hotel next time to see if it is as good.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Brookside Guest House Mini Spa; City: Brixham English Riviera Devon England; Review: I expected my stay to be good from reading previous reviews but it was even better than I expected. I stayed for a couple of nights on a business and leisure trip and was extremely comfortable and made to feel very welcome. The breakfasts are exceptional - so much choice and lovely, fresh, ingredients well cooked and presented. My room had everything I could want and more. If asked how John and Tess could make improvements I would have to say I can't really think of any - there were lots of extra little touches and everything exceptionally clean. Thank you, and hope to be back.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Residence Garden Apartments Suites; City: Pattaya Chonburi Province; Review: I stayed here whilst visiting my son and his girlfriend and had a really lovely time in this hotel. The staff were all exceptionally friendly and helpful and my one-bedroomed suite was perfect. I was extremely comfortable and happy here. Other guests also seemed really happy and many were regulars who had nothing but praise for the hotel and its staff and management. The restaurant is also good with plenty of choice although there are also good restaurants and cafes locally and just a short baht bus ride away. In fact you can get the baht buses - 10 baht journey to just about anywhere. In one direction you have the centre of Pattaya and Walking Street whereas in the other direction there is the quieter Jomtien and Dongtan beaches. If you choose to stay at the Residence Garden I'm sure you won't be disappointed.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Mill on the Soar; City: Leicester Leicestershire England; Review: This is a great value hotel with friendly staff and everything you could need. Surprisingly quiet as it is just off a main road.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Waldorf Stadium Apartments Hotel; City: Auckland Central North Island; Review: I wanted somewhere convenient for Britomart and getting around central Auckland, with a washing machine and space to stay for a few days. This perfectly met my needs. It was spacious, had everything I needed and more, was convenient, lots of eating places and shops nearby, and its modern styling appealed to me. Price was good too. And very convenient for Vector Arena. Staff were all friendly and helpful. They were happy to look after my bags as I arrived too early to check in. It was very busy while I was there but everything ran efficiently.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Palym Hotel; City: Paris Ile de France; Review: I stayed here on my way to and from The south of France and Spain by train. Arriving late at night I wanted somewhere close and this hotel is just across the road. Staff were knowledgeable and friendly and room was clean, modern, quiet and had all I needed. Shops and restaurants plentiful in the area.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hydra Icons Guest House; City: Hydra Town Hydra Saronic Gulf Islands Attica; Review: I stayed here for a week and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Ioannis was so kind and helpful. Rooms are named after celebrities with associations to Hydra. As the executive suite, the Leonard Cohen room, was available for the first two nights of my week long stay I was offered a free upgrade, which I was extremely happy to accept. This room was very comfortable and clean, with everything I could need, including a lovely balcony overlooking the harbour and town. After two nights I moved to the Melina Mercouri room, another lovely comfortable room. I must compliment the young lady who cleaned and looked after the rooms, she was very friendly and helpful, and kept everything immaculate. Each room had air-conditioning, a safe, Korres toiletries,fridge, tv, tea, coffee and bottled water. The beds were extremely comfortable and the bedding is high quality. The whole place is very tastefully decorated with lots of lovely little touches and lovely furniture. Attention to detail was outstanding. On arriving Ioannis explained how everything worked and gave me a map and booklet about Hydra, along with recommendations for restaurants and a 20% discount for breakfast at one of the cafes on the harbour. The 360 degree views from the rooftop terrace are stunning. The guesthouse is only a few minutes walk from the port and up around 50 steps, then there are a few steps up to reception. But the views and the peace and quiet, are exceptional and I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Eden Green Guest House; City: Keswick Lake District Cumbria England; Review: I was meeting up with friends locally and so booked into Eden Green for the weekend. What a find it was. More than everything I needed, good price, plenty of choice for breakfast and special diets catered for readily. Very friendly welcome from Sue and Mick, who are new at Eden Green and deserve to do really well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |
Given the interaction history of a user with books as follows:
Title: Protecting Your Home from Spiritual Darkness; Author: Visit Amazon's Chuck D. Pierce Page; Review: This is an excellent book! Hihgly recommend it for its content and the knowledge of the author. We got some great instructions from this book and it has changed our thinking on several levels. Those little things that you tend to dismiss shouldn't be dismissed, but dealt with head on. God is not playing and He wants us to be serious in our walk with Him!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Piercing the Darkness; Author: Frank E. Peretti; Review: I got this as a gift for a friend who had questions about the spiritual rhealm. It truly does answer a lot of questions. It is fictional, but fact-based in the Christian belief.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Death Du Jour (Temperance Brennan); Author: Visit Amazon's Kathy Reichs Page; Review: My favorite TV show. As you know, books don't always relate well to the subsequent TV or movie, but these are very enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deja Dead; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathy Reichs Page; Review: My favorite TV show. As you know, books don't always relate well to the subsequent TV or movie, but these are very enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Blood Magick (Cousins O'Dwyer); Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: Nora never fails to be flawless.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Deadly Decisions; Author: Visit Amazon's Kathy Reichs Page; Review: My favorite TV show. As you know, books don't always relate well to the subsequent TV or movie, but these are very enjoyable.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NIV, Thinline Bible, Large Print, Imitation Leather, Brown, Red Letter Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Zondervan Page; Review: How could you ever go wrong. Got this for my Kindle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Takedown Twenty (Stephanie Plum); Author: Visit Amazon's Janet Evanovich Page; Review: Read the series! Funny and very entertaining.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hidden Star (The Stars Of Mithra) (Silhouette Intimate Moments, No. 811); Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: This was an excellent series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Captive Star (Stars of Mithra, Book 2); Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: Never disappoints.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Fall of Shane Mackade (Mackade Brothers); Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: This was a very good read. Loved the series.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Whiskey Beach; Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: Great romantic mystery.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: The Perfect Hope (The Inn Boonsboro Trilogy); Author: Visit Amazon's Nora Roberts Page; Review: This was an excellent series!; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: NIV, Thinline Craft Collection Bible, Hardcover, Tan/Purple, Red Letter Edition; Author: Visit Amazon's Zondervan Page; Review: How could you ever go wrong. Got this for my Kindle.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | amazon_books |
Given the interaction history of a user with products as follows:
Title: Apple iPod shuffle 2 GB Blue (Discontinued by Manufacturer); Brand: Apple; Review: If you are like me and just needed something small and durable for working out, then this little guy is for you. I had the original shuffle and this one definitely blows the first generation out of the water. With the original one, you really never know what songs will come up, it literally is permanently on shuffle. The 4th generation shuffle is a bit misleading because it's not purely a shuffle. You can actually load up several playlists on it and with a push of a button, you can control which playlist you want it play. I am quite impressed with the sound quality that the shuffle produces. I have a paid of Jbuds J3 headphones and didn't expect to hear the wide range of high's and low's that I'm used to. However, to my surprise, this little guy can produce a bit a of bass, though it generally does really well with the mids. All in all, I am quite satisfied with my purchase.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Kinivo BTH220 Bluetooth Stereo Headphone – Supports Wireless Music Streaming and Hands-Free calling; Brand: Kinivo; Review: I did not purchase these headphones for the style or it's performance. I needed headphones to use to work out with and these definitely fit the bill in terms of price and functionality. The sound quality is so-so, what you can typically expect from a 15 dollar price point, but they are extremely comfortable (1 hour use max) and pairs relatively easily to any device. The battery life seemed to be decent and it appeared to last for about 5-6 hours per charge. However, after 5 weeks of usage, the headphones stopped charging and wouldn't turn on anymore which was troublesome since I had only used the bluetooth headset a little over a dozen times. Luckily their customer support is very responsive and they already have another pair in the mail for me. Hopefully I don't run into the same issues with the replacement.; Rating: 3.0/5.0
Title: Portta N3SWT31 HDMI Mini Switch/Switcher 3 Port 3x1 with IR Remote and Key-Press-Switching support Full HD 1080p / 4K; Brand: Portta; Review: It works as expected. Some have pointed out that the remote does have limited range which is true so you really have to be directed at the IR receiver when using it, but outside of that, I really have no complaints. Great for TVs that have limited HDMI inputs; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: NETGEAR Universal N300 Wi-Fi to Ethernet Adapter (WNCE2001); Brand: NETGEAR; Review: I have used this on numerous devices. I initially bought this for my Panasonic DMP-BDT110 Wi-Fi Ready 3D/2D Blu-ray Disc Player that did not come with the wi-fi dongle. Instead of paying the premium price for the panasonic wifi dongle, I opted for this and I have not regretted it since. I only used it with the Blu Ray player for several months since I ended up getting an Apple TV, but it worked seamlessly during that time. The other day, I realized that my airport card on my old 2006 iMac was using the outdated 'g' wireless technology. I dug this thing out of my retired electronics bin, plugged it in, and viola, my internet download speed went from 18mb/s to a whopping 32mb/s. I almost doubled my download speed with this thing. Great product and I would definitely buy again.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: ClearMax 1Foot Extension Power Cable, 5 Pack; Brand: ClearMax; Review: Works perfectly with our etekcity wireless plugs.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Bovee Bluetooth Car Kit for AUDI, VW, MB - Music Interface Adaptor for in car iPod Integration (WMA3000A AMI/MDI/MMI; Brand: Bovee; Review: The Bovee would take a long time to connect with my iphone and once connected, would skip every 10 seconds no matter what I did to secure the Bovee or my iPhone. Had to return. I picked up the CoolStream CarPro and it is much better; Rating: 2.0/5.0
Title: CoolStream Bluetooth Adapter for Audi and Volkswagen iPod iPhone AMI Cable CarPro; Brand: CoolStream; Review: Update 11/7/2017: Downgraded from 4 stars to 2 stars. After a little two months of ownership, I've noticed a lot of issues that have creeped up, especially after I updated to iOS 11. My phone will show that it is paired with the device, but the Audi MMI does not detect anything. I either have to restart my phone (sometimes multiple times) or delete the CarPro-Iphone pairing and go through the discovery/pairing process again for the Audi MMI to recognize the device. Sometimes, it won't even detect it after going through the aforementioned process so I would just give up and turn on the radio. And when it does pair, the song/playlist metadata doesn't display properly on the Audi MMI anymore. It used to match exactly what I was playing or the playlist I chose, but now, the Audi MMI display is constantly stuck in the 'recently played' playlist even though I'm playing a song from a different playlist. I had my issues with the Bovee, but not to this extent. I may retry that product again if this doesn't get sorted out. Original Review: This works better than the Bovee, but still has some quirks and its own issues. 1) It occasionally skips. I have it secured so it doesn't the CarPro doesn't move and it still skips probably 10-15 min during my 30 minute commute. A little annoying but manageable. 2) Automatically plays music without your prompting it to after starting your car. I would prefer to have the option to select a song/playlist, but the CarPro just automatically plays music from your Apple Music Library. Other than that, I'm satisfied with the purchase.; Rating: 2.0/5.0 | amazon_Electronics |
Given the interaction history of a user with hotels as follows:
Title: Hotel Brilla Sol Airport; City: Alajuela Province of Alajuela; Review: I stayed here in Feb 2012 for 4 days. The rooms were clean, the food is great and the owners were very helpful to me as I was coordinating some activities. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It is close to the airport (perhaps too close as an early morning flight always woke me when taking off) and they will pick you up or deliver you as needed. It's a bit far from downtown Alajuela if you plan on spending time there but all in all though I enjoyed my stay.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Casa Tago; City: Alajuela Province of Alajuela; Review: I stayed here for 3 days in early April 2012. The owners were very nice to everyone. Constanza speaks very good English and her and her husband are very accommodating and helpful making travel arrangements if you need them. The area of the hotel is safe in the middle of downtown Alajuela and it is clean and reasonable. You can not go wrong if you need a short term stay at their hotel. You are in walking distance of Central Park and not too far from the bus stations as well.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Buena Vista; City: Pilas Alajuela Province of Alajuela; Review: This is an up scale hotel and the accommodations reflect this fact. The view is great overlooking the city of Alajuela as well as views of San Jose from the lawn or from some of the bungalow quarters set into the hillside. Not to imply that these quarters are simple, they are elegant and very nicely decorated. While I only stayed in a basic room with a balcony overlooking the pool, the owner Lee Pratt was kind enough to show me these individual quarters set in the hillside while we discussed building in Costa Rica. There is a nice gift shop at the hotel with some very nice gifts. The hotel runs some tours at reasonable prices compared to other places that arrange tours. You can ride the bus from the hotel to down town Alajuela if you don’t have a car rented or get the hotel to drive you down. The food was excellent and the staff all speak English if your Spanish is not up to par. For me staying here was a treat as I typically stay at more “local” places but on a special occasion would return without a doubt.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Brilla Sol Airport; City: Alajuela Province of Alajuela; Review: What a great bunch of folks at Brill Sol. Friendly, clean rooms and great food. I just visited again in March 2013 and this was my second visit. I can't say enough about the pleasant atmosphere and great food. I hope one day they will finish their pool area and get it ship shape, but otherwise this is a great place for a day or two on your way to or from the airport.; Rating: 4.0/5.0
Title: Hotel Club del Mar; City: Jaco Jaco District Garabito Municipality Province of Puntarenas; Review: We spent 4 days and 3 nights at Club Del Mar in Jaco. We had condo unit #1 which was away from the others with a nice view of the ocean through the trees. The unit was very clean and the beds extremely comfortable. The basic kitchen utensils were available in the kitchen so not much else was needed to make your own meals. Club del Mar is located a way out of town but $5 got you a taxi into town to check out the strip and buy food. There is a great fish market as you enter town where fresh fish can be bought at very reasonable prices. We did not eat in the hotel on this trip but the food I saw looked fabulous. The staff was courteous and helpful and the pool is great for the small ones. Our 6 year old learned to swim while we were there. The waves are perfect for surfers and the ocean around the hotel was great. We will return.; Rating: 5.0/5.0
Title: Hotel La Rosa de America; City: Alajuela Province of Alajuela; Review: I have been to Alajuela 4 different times always looking for the perfect hotel. La Rosa de America is now my favorite location for staying more than an overnight. The staff is extremely friendly and the rooms are clean. The pool is a great place to relax, large enough for multiple guests yet small enough to be quaint. The grounds are meticulously maintained with mango trees and other trees and grass well trimmed around the hotel. Plenty of parking if you rent a car, but the bus route is within a couple of blocks to ride to town. Their menu is limited but the food was good with no complaints. If you stay more than a day there is a restaurant and bar located only a block away that appears a favorite with the locals. We ate there twice and it was quite good so staying longer should not be a concern if you want to vary your menu. While not a complaint, I prefer my beer in a bottle and ice cold. The hotel only serves beer in cans and they were having some problems with their refrigeration unit keeping beer really cold. If I could make two suggestions to the hotel it would be to serve bottled beer ice cold and perhaps add a couple of items to the dinner menu for more variety. This was a last minute reservation for me and after arriving I wanted to stay longer but the hotel did not have availability. So even with my minor suggestions I can tell you you will enjoy this hotel and I will definitely stay here again during my next visit. Great for families or couples.; Rating: 5.0/5.0 | hotelrec |