How do you get the scum out of hot tubs?

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Bill D

My family has a 4-6 regular size hot tub out back and we used it once in a while. It was always tended to chemically and was regularly drained but theres this mold like algae growing inside of it. Especially around the top near the filter (probably because its stagnant over there). it keeps coming back although we have cleaned and drained it. Im suspecting the cover to be the culprit but i dont have alot of hot tub no how. Any suggestions?

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If you're not intending to use it anytime soon, try raising the chlorine level to a bit higher than recommended. After raising the chlorine level, run it to circulate the water for at least 5 minutes. The chlorine level should be checked at least every 3 days.

I'm not sure what kind of top you have but it wouldn't hurt to take it off and clean and disinfect it.

Will my deck be able to adequately support a hot tub I just ordered?

Ben

I just ordered a hot tub that is approx 6'x6' and I'm curious if I should worry about my deck being able to handle the load. My deck is small - 18x8 and roughly 4' above grade. The deck has 6 footings approx 40" deep. I have double 2x12 girders with 2x8 joists. I'm not a contractor so my description may be confusing - I apologize in advance, but essentially my deck is two sections that are both 9x8. The first section of my deck, where you exit the house, is 12'oc and the furthest section that has the stairs to my backyard is 16"oc. When the deck was built we didn't box out the framing for a hot tube with independent footings/4x4s. I'm planning on sitting the hot tub on the back left corner of my deck, so basically the the back edge of the hot tube will be over the rear girder and 12"oc section of the deck. Its only a small 3 person hot tube that holds approx 250 gallons of water and the tub itself is 300lbs. Oh, and the joists are sitting on top of the girders and secured with hurricane clips.

My friend who helped me build the deck swears that the 2x12 girders and 12" oc joists will provide enough support and I dont need to worry that we didnt add additional footings for the 6x6 area of the hot tub. Is this true - will the hot tub be well supported?

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every deck I have built was always beefed up for the hot tub area
12" diameter concrete footings belled at the bottom below the frost line
6 x 6 posts that were notched for the beams so they had direct bearing as opposed to all the weight just hanging on a couple of bolts
tripled 2 x 12 beams - what you are calling girders -one assembly at each end of the tub
doubled up floor joists in that area - 16" on center

so it was always a total of four concrete footings, two tripled beams and doubled joists holding the tub
you didn't give any idea of how its attached to the house if its properly bolted to the framework or not but even these bolted connections are not designed to handle that much weight

your tub filled with water and people is about 2800 pounds, you deck sounds like it does exceed the minimum of a 20 pound per square foot dead load and 40 pound per square foot live load where the 12" centers are but still falls short of the tubs weight load (dead load) your tub will have a dead load rating of 66 pounds per square foot and thats without people sitting in it - basically you are parking a small car there

a dead load is non moving weight that will bear on the structure
a live load is the force, or moving weight (people) that will bear on the structure

If it were mine I would beef it up, since you can do the work it would only be a couple hundred in materials and a couple days of your time

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How do I get rid of a hot tub that doesn't work and is sunk into a deck?

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David S

I have a hot tub that doesn't work and that is recessed into our back deck. We've decided that we don't want to invest any more money in making it work. How should we get rid of it? Even if we give it away on craigslist or something, how do we physically remove it from the deck without paying a lot of money for a crane to lift it out or ripping out the deck around it? Can you cut up a hot tub into pieces with a "saws-all"?

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I'll assume it's not built in and is made of fiberglass. in that case they are not that heavy. you have to remove the decking around it.

How can I efficiently get rid of my outdoor hot tub?

Diane H

I've decided to replace the above ground spa in my backyard with a garden. It's 15 years old, and it works, but we don't use it often enough to make the maintenance & cost worth it. How do I get rid of my hot tub in a cost-effective manner? Hire someone to take it away? Post it on Craigslist? If you've gotten rid of one before, how did you do it?

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I operate a swimming pool and spa business. If you cannot give the spa away, hire a local handy man to cut up the spa and haul it away. My serious handy men can have the spa cut up and loaded in their truck in under three hours. Hope this helps.

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OUTDOOR HOT TUB HOTEL ROOM IN NEW ENGLAND?

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KELLI

I am looking to take my husband away for his birthday in January. I would like an outdoor hot tub that is private with our hotel room. We have had the hot tub in our room on a few occasions and I would love to have one outside in the winter. We would like to stay in new england because we live here and don't to travel to far away from the children.
thanks.

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The Wentworth Hotel in Jackson NH has suites with private outdoor hot tubs.

See pic on yelp here: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/wentworth-hotel-jackson?select=hWcODlVPOrEc6YCxH493sg#9vYpXoCCHOhXJ9ZA_tVlzA

Here is the hotel's website: http://www.thewentworth.com

Just be aware that January is considered "high season", as it's in the middle of the ski season in New England, so book early.

What should I take with me to the hotel/spa place?

FRENCH TOA

I'm going to a hotel this weekend, it has elements like saltwater roman spa outdoor hot tub etc. So I'm kinda going for the glamourous feel!! I have all the basics, but what would make it complete?? Thx!
Ps I'm 13

Lol

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NO cellphone!!!

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What is a good Spa Moving company in Dallas Texas?

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I need to move a Spa to and from Dallas, Texas. I don't want to pay too much. Any place out there that just moves Hot Tubs and Jacuzzis?

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I'd give a local spa store (maybe the place you bought it) or two a call and ask for a recommendation.

Here are the names and numbers of a few spa stores in the area:
Lucca Bella Doggie Spa & Boutique (214) 559-0855
Bent Tree Spas (972) 385-8680
Spa Specialist (972) 702-8865
Hawaii Spa (214) 651-1818
Luxury on Lovers (214) 352-8800

is there a good motel or hotel in ft worth tx that has a hot tub in the roo?

amped_for_

im wanting to find a reasonable price for a room with a jacuzzin or hot tub in the room.we wanna find it for valentines.we live in fort worth texas.need some good places to look.

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The Lockheart Gables Romantic B&B offers heart-shaped in-room tubs...
http://www.resideo.com/us/texas/fortworth/47985667.hotel

Some rooms at the Radisson Fort Worth-Fossil Creek have in-room jetted tubs:
http://www.resideo.com/us/texas/fortworth/25329774.hotel

Here are a few more:

Best Western N.E. mall Inn & Suites
http://www.resideo.com/us/texas/northrichlandhills/80112676.hotel

MD Resort Bed & Breakfast
http://www.resideo.com/us/texas/fortworth/29671360.hotel

Scottish inn & Suites
http://www.resideo.com/us/texas/haltomcity/77222762.hotel

Sterling Hotel Dallas at Texas Stadium
http://www.resideo.com/us/texas/dallas/20016829.hotel

Hope that helps...good luck, and have fun! ;-)

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Our daughter dumped Calgon in the Spa (hot tub), now what?

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Kel

Our cute, innocent, delicate, wonderful, loving little daughter just dumped about a quarter of a box of calgon in the hot tub. The water is blue, and the scent is nice, but OMG!, What should I do? Do I drain the tub? Here in OHIO it's snowing, draining it would be a pain! (it's an outdoor tub that we use daily). Suggestions anyone? Drain it or wait it out?

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First put one 1/2 gallon of distilled vinegar in it. run your pumps for a few minutes. Drain competely. Repeat with fresh water two more times and you should be alright. What a mess that can be.

For the person that thinks it's no big deal..it is. Waterway jet gaskets will deterioate if they are using the common Bromine or Chlorine sanitizers. Waterway gasets are in most hot tubs. It's the combination of chemicals that will do the harm. Calgon by itself will do nothing except foam like crazy. On average it takes me roughly 45 minutes to change out a jet's O-rings on a non-foamed tub. If it's foamed then we have to dig out the foam adding hours sometime for one jet.

I must admit bad advice like this keeps me driving Porches and Range Rovers. Thanks!

Anyone ever been to Hocking HIlls Ohio?

delayed132

I'm going to Hocking Hills next summer. I was trying to add up total costs. I want to do activites such as canoeing, hiking, zipline, go karts, horseback riding, and a lot of other activites. I'm going with 6 people. Do any of you have a good priced house with a hot tub, the costs for those activites, and any other useful information? Thanks a bunch!

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My guess is that if you book early, you might get a good cabin with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a hot tub for $250-$370/night, depending upon when you go (weekends are more) and what amenities/location are included.

http://www.oldmanscavechalets.com/hockinghillscabinsrentalrates/default.asp

Hocking Hills State Park cottages will sleep up to six persons, but they don't have hot tubs. This past summer season, they cost $140/night. These cottages need to be booked early.

http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/hocking/tabid/743/Default.aspx

Owners may be worried about a weaker economy next year and might try to lock in reservations early by offering lower rates.

The area's waterfalls in general are better in late spring, early summer when storms are more frequent.

The zip line reportedly cost $85/person this year.

http://onetanktrips.wordpress.com/?s=zip+line

You'll have to check other prices on your own using the links below.

If you've never seen it, I would recommend the Tecumseh Outdoor Drama, which costs $14-$23/person, depending upon the day and age of the audience member.

http://www.tecumsehdrama.com/frame_show.html?a=shakespear&b=show&c=show

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how do you defrost ice from bath tub pipes.?

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Emily R

Any natural remedies if you know any.Old farm house.

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first..turn the faucet 'on' to what would be a trickle. (both hot and cold)

If you have a portable space heater place it near the frozen pipes. It will take 3 or 4 hours to thaw.

Or, if you can stand it..you can use a hair dryer--this takes a long time.

Those foam pipe covers are really, really cheap...only a couple bucks for several feet and they are super easy to slip onto the exposed pipes.

Can you buy all a newborn's essentials for under $1,000?

Camille W

I am 6 months pregnant and a first time mom, I've been doing a lot of research on things babies need, what not to buy and all that. I have a baby list and I want to save as much money as I can on buying for my baby. Ideally I want to spend $1,000 and less if possible but I have money to spend more if needed. Some things on my list friends and the dad will be paying for and I dont really have a choice to get hand me downs on clothes, because I have no one to give me hand me downs but I'm willing to check out Craigslist and see what they have. And I would like Suggestions on stores I can get the most bang for my buck with a baby.

This is the list: SO DO YOU THINK I CAN GET ALL THESE THINGS UNDER 1K

-Clothing
8 undershirts or onesies (short-sleeve and long-sleeve)
5 nightgowns
8 sleepers
5 pairs of pants
2 newborn hat
8 pairs of socks or booties
2 pairs of scratch mittens
2 cardigans or jackets, more in winter
Snowsuit
Laundry detergent for infants (IM NOT PAYNG FOR)
4 outfits for dressing up
Blankets
3 large cotton blankets
8 receiving blankets
Feeding
Bibs (1-pack)
Burp cloths (1-pack)
Playtex Premium Nurser Bottles
4 and 8 oz drop-in liners
Diapering
Diapers (IM NOT PAYING FOR)
Changing pad
Baby ointment for diaper rash
Wipes
Bathtime
1 plastic infant tub
12 washcloths
Johnsonâs Soap, Lotion, Shampoo
Baby hair brush
3 hooded towels
Bedtime
3 waterproof mattress covers
4 fitted portable cribsheets
Other necessities
Graco Travel System (IM NOT PAYING FOR)
Baby Kit
Diaper bag
1 or 2 change pads
2 or 4 pacifiers
Night light
-DaVinci Kalani mini crib $165
-DaVinci Crescent Mini Crib 50 Coil Mattress $65

I WILL BE JOINING THE AMAZON MOM MEMBERSHIP AND THE DAD WILL BUY THE DIAPERS IN BULK NOT ME BUT I PLAN ON BUYING AMAZON GIFT CARDS FOR WHEN I RUN OUT OF THE DIAPERS AND WIPES.

SO DO YOU THINK THIS LIST IS REASONABLE AND A GOOD GUIDE FOR WHAT I'LL NEED? IM OPEN TO INPUT, ADVICE, AND SUGGESTIONS.

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Clothes:
The clothing list in particular is silly. For a newborn, just get onesies-- long sleeve if it's cool where you live, short-sleeve if it's hot. They are the most comfortable for baby to wear, and then you can layer with swaddling blankets if baby gets cold. Also, many babies actually don't like to wear hats. Getting a bunch of nightgowns AND sleepers is also silly. Choose one or the other-- or just put the newborn to sleep in the onesies. You can start worrying about day/night wear differences later on. A newborn doesn't need to dress differently for bed at night though, so that's silly. Same for dressing up. If you're looking to save costs, skip buying dress clothes for a baby. That's just silly. Just get onesies, maybe some socks, and that's IT. You can figure out what other kinds of baby clothes you want as your baby starts outgrowing the newborn clothes and needs more. How many to get depends on how often you plan to do laundry, but realize that a newborn can go through 2-4 outfits a day depending on how on top of things YOU are. The more you have to learn, the more likely you'll have some diaper leaks and spit up issues.

Tip: Buy a couple of diaper covers from cloth-diapering land. They contain leaks no matter what kind of disposable diaper you use. I use both disposable and cloth diapers, but I always use a cover. My baby has NEVER had a poopy blow-out nor a leak when using a diaper cover. This saves on laundry a LOT because it means my baby can just wear one outfit all day. Also, get lots of bibs and leave a bib on baby at all times, not just at feeding times. This also reduces laundry because it will catch most spit-up so that you don't have to change the outfit much.

Blankets:
You can never have too many blankets. The best kind are lightweight cotton swaddling blankets. You can layer them if you want more warmth.

Burp:
You don't need burp cloths. Instead, buy a pack of flat cloth diapers. They're way cheaper to use for that purpose.

Feeding:
You can find bottles that don't require the drop-ins (something you'll have to keep purchasing over and over). Or better yet, just try to nurse and worry about buying bottles only later if nursing isn't working for some reason. Nursing is free. (My baby couldn't nurse effectively, but I still wish it would have worked out, for a lot of reasons. But formula is pricey, so if you're looking to save money, plan to breastfeed!)

Wipes:
You can get cloth wipes that are reusable so you don't have to keep buying wipes all the time. Or you can sign up for coupon clubs online that give discounts on wipes.

Bath:
You do not need an infant tub. Just put a dishtowel in the bottom of the kitchen sink so baby isn't sitting directly on the metal surface, and bathe baby there. You do not have to get namebrand Johnson's stuff, and you do not need separate soap/shampoo. For a baby, soap and shampoo is the same thing. Just get a baby wash. The hospital will usually send you home with a little baby hairbrush.

Bedding:
You only need one waterproof mattress cover. It should be something you can wipe off and leave on the mattress. It's good to wash it from time to time, but then you can put it right back on the mattress. No need for multiples. To save your cribsheets, you can do two things. 1) Use a diaper cover like I mentioned above, and you won't have overnight leaks where you need to change the sheets. 2) Spread out a burp cloth (aka flat cloth diaper) under baby's head when you lay him/her down to sleep. If s/he spits up at night, it will go on the burp cloth and not the sheet. Then, you can just change the burp cloth and not the whole bedding.

Pacifiers:
Some babies aren't big into them. Wait and see.

The things you really do need to have on hand for baby: Some clothes, diapering supplies, a place to sleep, the carseat, and whatever you'll need for feeding. EVERYTHING else-- even bathing supplies-- you can pick up in a shopping trip when baby is about a week old. By then, you'll have a better idea about what else you want or need. And even though you won't feel great since you'll be exhausted and recovering from birth, it will be good to get out of the house and do something like that. Just don't go alone.

One more thing about clothes:
Do not stock up much on clothes beforehand. Your baby might wear preemie size clothes for a long time or might skip straight into 0-3month sized clothes at birth. I just had about ten newborn size onesies and about that many of 0-3month size onesies. My baby was 8lb12oz at birth. He fit the newborn size for about two or three weeks before moving into 0-3month size. So I'm glad I hadn't wasted a lot of money getting a bazillion outfits, pajamas, etc. in newborn size since he outgrew that so fast.

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Are there any errors in this paragraph?

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Gina 7

What would be your dream vacation? Perhaps you enjoy the beach and swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling or riding horses. Or if you prefer cold weather, there are mountain resorts that offer skiing, snowboarding, and hot tubs. With many travel options available at reasonable rates, your possibilities are varied.

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I think the comma before "your possibilities are varied," is unnecessary. I might be wrong though.

Does your arthritis get worse when it is cold?

guzele

We're in the deep freeze here on the east coast, and my joints are so stiff and swollen. I can't even think about getting started until I soak in a really hot tub just to get moving. Most stuff I read about this says there are no real facts to support the weather/arthritis connection, so I thought I'd take it to you guys.
Oh, and I have Rheumatoid Arthritis.

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I also have RA and when I talked to my doctor about it he did say that there is no solid evidence to support that the cold weather makes it worse. But he said that it is also common knowledge that a large number of people experience worsening symptoms during colder months. I keep my house pretty warm, try to do errands and such during the warmest times of day (even though right now those times aren't that warm!), drink a lot of hot tea, and sit in the hot tub several times a day! It sucks but hang in there! We're almost to spring!

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What size is the blower pipe on a cal spa Pacifica ?

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Mark

I have a 2005 cal spa Pacifica, the blower valve has failed and I have been looking online for a new check valve but the part number on the valve relates to a 1 1/2 and a 2 inch size pipe , Can any one tell me what size blower pipe I should have on me cal spa Hot tub ?

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Seems a bit obvious but why don't you get in touch with Cal Spas and ask them. Their website is: http://www.calspas.com - you can find dealers at: http://www.calspas.com/dealer_locator/

If you're UK based, try getting in touch with Hot Tubs Superstore on 01253 407966 or visit http://www.thehottubssuperstore.co.uk - they are 'exclusive UK importers for the Global hot tub leader, Cal Spas'.

If your thinking of getting rid of it or upgrading/trading in lots of dealers have schemes. Check out http://www.whatpoolandhottubmag.co.uk for regional listings in the UK.

I had the ear tube surgery and I got some water in my ear?

Jaden

I was just in the hot tub and went under water to get my head wet, and I lingered and I felt some air push through my ear I guess, and I felt immediate pain. I got up quickly while my ear was aching, and got inside really quick. I dried off and the water is still in it, I'm wondering how to get it out? It's very uncomfortable lol. I had the surgery a couple months ago, back in December, so I know the hole is still in my ear drum. I have been just laying on a pillow to help the water drain, but it's not working.

Anyone please help if you have any ideas. Help will be appreciated. Thanks!

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Hello,NHS Direct has been set up to answer questions such as this.It is manned by professionals in the medical field,all you have to do is pick up the phone and pay for the cost of the call,you will incur no charge for their professional opinion.They will tell you what the best course of action is.Here is a link to their site,you will find their telephone number in the link :https://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/About/Contaâ¦
I hope this assists you
Cheers.

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What would you ask for a 7 seater heated therma spa hot tub used for 1 yr in excellent condition?

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katherine

must sell to pay medical bills Paid 10,000 for it one and half yrs ago

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See what they are selling for on E-Bay or Craig's list and there's your price.

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I am going on a cruise next week on the Carnival Legend and was wondering if anyone has any tips?

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PJ

Can anyone who has been on a cruise before please give me some tips on what to do and how to make the best of the cruise.
I am going to the Western Carribean, Cozumel, Belize, Cayman, and Costa Maya. It's a 7 day cruise on the Carnival Legend.

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First let me tell you some general info for first time cruisers. Your cabin will have two beds which can be made into a queen, a bathroom with a shower stall, a closet and some drawer space, a TV and telephone, a safe for valuables, and a life jacket for each passenger. Some cabins that are built to accommodate 3 or 4 people will have a pull down bed and/or a sofa bed.

When you arrive at the port to check in you (each passenger) they will set up a "tab" charge account for each passenger and you will receive a key card which will serve as your room key, charge card for anything you buy on ship (i.e.,drinks, souvenir) and its also your pass to get on and off ship in each port. When you first board the ship the security personnel will have you insert your key card into a scanner and then will take a photo of you that is included in the magnetic strip on the card. Each time you get off ship you will need this key card and many times also a photo ID (passport or driver's license). This card allows them to keep an accurate track of all passengers entering and/or leaving the ship.

Each day of your cruise you will receive in your cabin a "newsletter" listing the time, place and particulars of everything happening for you on ship. There are generally activities like demonstrations of ice carvings, napkin folding and towel folding, and cooking demonstrations. There may be organized games and other activities around the pools. In the evenings there are generally shows, one show for those with an early dinner seating and another (same show) for those who eat late. There is always food available. Usually there is a place in ship where you can go get something. Or, you can always just pick up the phone in your cabin and order from the room service menu (food is free). If you want, you can order breakfast room service.

Ships have free morning exercise programs, stretching and walking, etc, and on some you can pay for other things like Spinning. All cruise ships have gyms so you can go workout, usually any time from 6:00 AM to late at night. There is usually a walking/running track on one of the decks also. Some ships leave the gym open all night. They call the gyms Spa because they do promote getting pampered with things like wraps and massages with aroma therapy. They will also generally have a beauty salon to do hair and nails.

There are always pools. Some ships have more than one and the newer ships generally have an indoor pool as well as outdoor ones and all of these have hot tubs. There is generally a basketball court on the top deck, a place for scuffle board, and a mini-golf course.

There are places on ships to play cards and board games, and the cards and games are provided. If you want to just sit and read, thereâs a library where you can bring your books or select one from the shelf. Ships have internet cafes and some offer WIFI if you bring your prefer to use your computer in your cabin (some ships offer notebooks for rent). There are cocktail lounges that feature a variety of music. Some have a piano bar with jazz. There is usually a disco that starts after 10:00 PM each night and last until everyone leave. On certain days ships will have special activities like a chocolate lovers buffet, or a midnight deck party .

The dress on ship is casual all day until 6:00PM. So take swim wear, shorts, sandals, beach shoes, your snorkel equipment if you have it, sun glasses and sun screen, lotions, a cap or big hat for the sun, a book if you are a reader, your music player, sneakers and clothes to workout in if you like to use the gym, your camera, and other personal toiletries.

After 6:00 PM they request that you wear "sports casual" attire. That's attire that you would expect a person to wear in a business office, shirt with a collar, slacks, skirt, blouse, etc. You can still wear shorts and swim wear in the pools and spas but not in public areas like dining rooms and restaurants, show rooms, bars, casino, etc.

Most 7-day cruises have two formal nights when you can wear your best stuff and get pictures taken, and maybe meet the shipâs Captain. The formal nights are REQUESTED not required attire. But most people do dress up in a tux for men and a long dress (any color) for women. Some men just wear a suit and tie and some women wear a nice dress but not a gown. You will not be denied access to the dining room or anything else if you choose not to dress up. (we usually take off the formal stuff after dinner and pictures anyway).

Its best to pack using soft-sided luggage because with space limited in your cabin it fits under the beds better if its not hard sided luggage. Take a small carry-on bag for the last night of the cruise. On the last evening you will be required to put your luggage outside your cabin by about 2:00 AM so that they can start taking it down to the lower deck for offloading the next morning. So you will need a small bag for your toiletries and and your clothes that you sleep in.


-Join the cruise club so that the cruise line will send you their specials and so that you can get discounts on future cruises with them. The discount will typically be $50 to $100 per person. If you will be celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or birthday during the cruise, be sure to tell them, they will do special stuff for that.

- Cruise lines charge a lot for the photos they take so take your own photos around the ship when you get the chance, especially on the formal nights. Ask other passengers to take photos for you, they generally are very willing.

-Review the listing of tours offered on your cruise and decide whether you want to pay for a tour or go on your own. On most Caribbean islands you can get a taxi or tour in port for much less than the cruise ship tours. HOWEVER, the one big advantage of going on ship sponsored tours is THE SHIP WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU if your ship sponsored tour is late getting back to the ship. If you will be in a port for 12 to 16 hours you are probably safe to go on your own for most anything. But if you are only there for six to eight hours you may want to stay close to the ship or go on the ship tours.

- Take a 6-pack of water and/or soft drinks in your carry on for your cabin.

- take a cup or mug with a lid for cold drinks when you are around the pool, most plastic glasses on cruise ships are small.

ANy suggestions on how to enjoy myself during a cruise to Bermuda ????

burlington

What should I know about taking a cruise ??

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OK, here's ALL you want/need to know. The standard cabin that most people get (inside/outside/balcony) are generally between 175 and 200 Square feet, about the size of a 9 by 12 ft home bedroom (balconies are about 45 to 55 sq ft). Each cabin has a two beds which can be made into a queen, a bathroom with a shower stall, a closet and some drawer space, a TV and telephone, a safe for valuables, and a life jacket for each passenger.

When you arrive at the port to check in you (each passenger) will receive a key card which will serve as your room key, charge card for anything you buy on ship (i.e.,drinks, souvenir) and its also your pass to get on and off ship in each port. When you first board the ship the security personnel will have you insert your key card into a scanner and then will take a photo of you that is included in the magnetic strip on the card. Each time you get off ship you will need this key card and many times also a photo ID (passport or driver's license). This card allows them to keep an accurate track of all passengers entering and/or leaving the ship.

Each day of your cruise you will receive in your cabin a "newsletter" listing the time, place and particulars of everything happening for you on ship. There are generally activities like demonstrations of ice carvings, napkin folding and towel folding, and cooking demonstrations. Some ships may offer a galley (kitchen) tour or a tour of the bridge. There may be organized games and other activities around the pools. In the evenings there are generally shows, one show for those with an early dinner seating and another (same show) for those who eat late. There is always food available. Usually there is a place in ship where you can go get something. Or, you can always just pick up the phone in your cabin and order from the room service menu (food is free). If you want, you can order breakfast room service.

All ships have a casino with slots and table games. Ships have movie theaters, generally small but nice, and you can also see movies in your room. They have ATMâs and a purserâs desk where you can cash a check or exchange currency if you need to. There is a tour and activities desk so you can schedule land tours and activities.

Ships have free morning exercise programs, stretching and walking, etc, and on some you can pay for other things like Spinning. All cruise ships have gyms so you can go workout, usually any time from 6:00 AM to late at night. There is usually a walking/running track on one of the decks also. Some ships leave the gym open all night. They call the gyms Spa because they do promote getting pampered with things like wraps and massages with aroma therapy. They will also generally have a beauty salon to do hair and nails.

There are always pools. Some ships have more than one and the newer ships generally have an indoor pool as well as outdoor ones and all of these have hot tubs. There is generally a basketball court on the top deck, a place for scuffle board, and a mini-golf course. The newer Royal Caribbean ships have a rock climbing wall.

The dress on ship is casual all day until 6:00PM. SO take swim wear, shorts, sandals, beach shoes, your snorkel equipment if you have it, sun glasses and sun screen, lotions, a cap or big hat for the sun, a book if you are a reader, your music player, sneakers and clothes to workout in if you like to use the gym, your camera, and other personal toiletries. After 6:00 PM they request that you wear "sports casual" attire. That's attire that you would expect a person to wear in a business office, shirt with a collar, slacks, skirt, blouse, etc. You can still wear shorts and swim wear in the pools and spas but not in public areas like dining rooms and restaurants, show rooms, bars, casino, etc. Most 7-day cruises have two formal nights when you can wear your best stuff and get pictures taken, and maybe meet the shipâs Captain. The formal nights are REQUESTED not required attire. But most people do dress up in a tux for men and a long dress (any color) for women. Some men just wear a suit and tie and some women wear a nice dress but not a gown. You will not be denied access to the dining room or anything else if you choose not to dress up. (we usually take off the formal stuff after dinner and pictures anyway)

Its best to pack using soft-sided luggage because with space limited in your cabin it fits under the beds better if its not hard sided luggage. Take a small carry-on bag for the last night of the cruise. On the last evening you will be required to put your luggage outside your cabin by about 2:00 AM so that they can start taking it down to the lower deck for offloading the next morning. So you will need a small bag for your toiletries and and your clothes that you sleep in.

There are places on ships to play cards and board games, and the cards and games are provided. If you want to just sit and read, thereâs a library where you can bring your books or select one from the shelf. Ships have internet cafes and some offer WIFI if you bring your prefer to use your computer in your cabin (some ships offer notebooks for rent). There are cocktail lounges that feature a variety of music. Some have a piano bar with jazz. There is usually a disco that starts after 10:00 PM each night and last until everyone leave. On certain days ships will have special activities like a chocolate lovers buffet, or a midnight deck party .



I have been to Bermuda twice on cruise ships. Bermuda has some of the best beaches anywhere; pink sand beaches that you can easily find a deserted spot on. In my two visit it seemed to me that the majority of the people visiting the island were those on the two or three cruise ships which docked there during my stay. There are a few hotels in the town of Hamilton and about a dozen other properties/beach hotels, but they are nice. There are NO slums and ghettos in Bermuda like you may see on other islands. All of the houses are well maintained and painted in pastel colors. All of the public beaches are great. Be sure to go to Elbow Beach and Long Beach. You will probably want to eat on ship anyway because meals (and everything else) are expensive since everything has to be imported.

A five, six, or seven day cruise to Bermuda is plenty enough time to see and enjoy everything there. There is not a lot to do in Bermuda other than water sports and golf. There are two main towns Hamilton, the largest (where most cruise ships dock for at least a day) and St George (also a port stop) which is like a small town and has just a few shops. The third place ships may dock while there is The Kings Dockyard.. The Dockyard is on the far end of the 22 mile long island and has a small mall with shops and a museum. The Crystal Cave and Fantasy Caves are worth visiting as a tour, or on your own. I also visited one of the lighthouses, for lack of anything else to do. You can visit one of the many forts on the island like Fort St Catherine if you like that type activity.

In the town of Hamilton we took a walking tour which took us to the Cathedral of the Most Holy, a maritime museum and a nice garden/park a few blocks from the port. There is shopping in Hamilton and restaurants, but not much else. The best way to get around in Bermuda is to buy a transportation pass (may be able to get it on ship) which will let you take the buses, and the ferry, all over the island. There is a big bus depot just a couple blocks from where ships dock in the town of Hamilton. You can take the buses to the beach, they are not very far away and easy to get to from the bus stop. You want to go to Elbow Beach and Long Beach, both open to the public. If you want to snorkel, the Tobacco Bay Beach near the town of St George is great, and its walking distance (about 3/4 mile from town).

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cabin or cottage in Wis for the month of sept full three weeks for up to 550 for full3 wks,NOT 550 ea wk sos?

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theshining

I posted two already not correct to my likeing.I need a cabin in wiscosin or a cottage two bedrooms/kitchenette/bathroom
for two adults and two children under 12. Can only afford up to$ 550for the entire three weeks not $550 ea week thats way too expensive...we really need this last minute vacation my kids have never been on a vacation or even to a lake and someones willing to take us and pay for it ...but the prices are too expensive any help would be great. We want trees and water a small romantic place would be sweet.Anybody have any ideas?

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hi there,thats a tall order your asking,but here are some links for you to search,....

Eckert Deborah Park pl Cottages
9709 Water St, Ephraim, WI - (920) 854-5626
"... Low Season is May, June and September. From mid June through Labor Day units are available on a weekly basis. Other times availabilty is offered for shorter ..." doorcountyvacationrentals.com


Cabin Bar & Resort
701 Pearson Rd, Balsam Lake, WI - (715) 485-3178
"... Each cabin includes a pier for your boating pleasure. The Piers are located on Sunset Views 100 foot dock. Also included are a picnic table, charcoal grill and ..." balsamlake-wi.com


La Quinta Inn & Suites
3730 W College Ave, Appleton, WI - (920) 734-7777
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Heidel House Resort
643 Illinois Ave, Green Lake, WI - (920) 294-3344
"... All in all, though, I definately would recommend it -- unless you're looking for a fishing cabin. Then try Greenway Log Cottages. ..." tripadvisor.com

Isle Bay Resort
29530 269th St, Holcombe, WI - (715) 595-4404
"... All cottages are modern with showers, toilet and sink. A dock space is provided for your boat. Our seasons runs from May through September. ..." anythingwisconsin.com


Days Inn - Wausau
4700 Rib Mountain Dr, Wausau, WI - (715) 355-5501
"... Find and reserve your room at one of these Wausau area hotels. Whether you are looking for luxury and elegance, or perhaps just discount and cheap hotel rates, ..." shopwausau.com


Barker's Island Inn Conference
300 Marina Dr, Superior, WI - (715) 392-7152
"... Find and reserve your room at one of these Duluth area hotels. Whether you are looking for luxury and elegance, or perhaps just discount and cheap hotel rates, ..." shopduluth.com


Lakeshore Lodge
435 Park Dr, Phillips, WI - (715) 339-3918
"... All cottages are modern with showers, toilet and sink. A dock space is provided for your boat. Our seasons runs from May through September. ..." anythingwisconsin.com


Ramada
3431 Milton Ave, Janesville, WI - (608) 756-2341
"... Janesville, Wisconsin United States Discount Hotels and Vacation Rentals, Hotels and Condos in Janesville, Wisconsin United States, Cheap Janesville, ..." comparediscounthotels.com

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does my meal plan seem like i could burn 1-2 pound a week if not what can i add?

Abbie

morning: special k woth semi skimmed milk and a chopped up banana
lunch: diet crisps, (90 cals most) and a lemon alpen bar
dinner: 2 chicken brests in maggie so juicy garlic, carrots and cucumber
snack before 8pm: yoghurt or jaffa cakes tub (100 cals)
exercise: walk to school around school and back home 2mile walk the dog 1-2 mile and skipping 5-10 minutes. it dosent always seem to work? why? sometimes i snack eat or friends give food is that why? should i stop? if i burn 500 cals from exercise a day does it matter on the calories aslong as im healthy eating?

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Pls give all info when posting: age, sex, height, weight.
I don't understand diet crisps and alpen bar. is that potato chips and energy bar??
No bedtime snacks. Hereâs a good low-carb food/exercise plan:

Breakfast: Cook 9-grain cereal (from health food store) in water with rolled oats and wheat bran. Make a big pot of it on weekends and nuke 1/2 cup each morning. Add low fat milk or yogurt, banana, walnuts and berries. Drink hot Ovaltine. Breakfast should be your largest meal of the day to raise blood sugar level which falls during the night.

Lunch: Egg, tuna or turkey ½ sandwich on whole grain (not just whole wheat) bread with bean or alfalfa sprouts, yogurt, fresh fruit. If you had meat loaf for dinner, bring a meat loaf sandwich on whole grain bread (NO mayo). On cold days, a squatty thermos of hot chili, split peas with ham, or beef stew.

Snacks: Fresh (not canned) fruit. Nothing ever from a vending machine.

Dinner: salad with white meat chicken and fresh (not canned) veggies: tomatoes, 2 kinds of lettuce, 2 kinds of shredded cabbage, shredded or sliced carrots, alfalfa or bean sprouts, zucchini, green or red peppers, hard boiled eggs, brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, tofu, cottage cheese...Instead of dressing, squeeze 1/4 tomato over it.

Or homemade bean/vegetable soups; great way to recycle leftovers.
Or grilled fish with steamed veggies.

Or omelet: In blender, whip together eggs, tofu, cottage cheese, onions, garlic powder. Cook with mushrooms, chopped tomatoes and green or red peppers.

Avoid junk food, fast foods, pastries, desserts, anything with sugar (cancer cells feed on sugar), gluten, syrup (even canned fruit in syrup), peanut butter, fat/grease (pork, wieners, chops, bacon, salami, pizza, chips, fries), pasta, potatoes, ramen, popcorn, white bread, rice, canned veggies, ice cream, soda, chips, tobacco, alcohol and coffee. No oil except olive and mac nut.

To keep your skin clear, drink water, tea, unsweetened veggie and fruit juice.

Join a gym; they have all the equipment and staff to show you how to use it to get the look you want to achieve, but you have to ask them. Much cheaper than buying your own equipment. Go hiking, biking, jogging, bowling, swimming, rowing, jump rope, play tennis, badminton, volleyball, soccer, jumping jacks, lift weights, trampoline? To tone your tummy, do sit ups, push ups, pull ups, leg lifts, butt raises and crunches.

For more energy, take Super B complex.

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How do I sanitize my hot tub after three squirrels died in it?

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emmamommie

I had the cover off for a few days and it rained. We had three squirrels die in the rain water. Needless to say the water is awful smelling and I am not sure I will ever be able to get in it again unless I am sure I killed all maggots and germs.. Now I just need help finding out how to sanitize the tub.

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Hello,

Nice people are answering this question.

Hondu...Please email me your email and info. I would love to have an attorney chat with you on your answer concerning just how much you can lose from it being a "top contributor"and giving very bad information that could potentially lead to a death.

Sorry, but I get upset when people answer something they should not when they do not know what they are talking about possibly endangering someones life.

1st. Fill your hot tub with water.
2nd. I am going to assume your hot tub is 500 gal. capacity, If it's less which I am sure it is, great!
3rd. Lower your pH to 7.2-7.3.
4th. Add 2.5#'s of Sodium Dicholor chlorine found at Home Depot, Lowe's or your local (expensive) pool store.
5th. Let it circulate for 2 hours, making sure you hit the jet button every twenty minutes so it circulates.
6th. Drain the water.
7th. Add 1/2 gal. of distilled vinegar and circulate for 2o minutes. Drain promptly.
8th. Fill and drain once more with fresh water.
9. Rebalance water and add sanitizer.
10. Enjoy.

11. Sue everyone that was trying to get you sick that already answered.

What kind of electrical panel do I need?

Erika

We bought a house. The previous owners had a hot tub, and in the agreement, they took the hot tub and they also took the electrical panel. Now we have a hot tub on order, and I need to figure out what "electrical control panel" they took. It's a 220V hot tub. and I think we need a seperate breaker for the hot tub. What does this all entail?

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Well, first let me recommend you hire it done. If its done wrong you could either hurt yourself or someone else. Who ever you hire should be certified, bonded, and be able to provide you with materials needed.

As for what would be needed....

1) determine the amperage requirements of your tub. likely its about 40 or 50amps

2) get a power panel designed for hot tubs. These will be 240 volt GFIC protected
panels. GFIC protected is a *MUST* If the tubs heater shorts to the water, you
want this to trip!!

3) set the hot tub disconnect panel no closer than 6 to 10 feet from the spa.

4) install a UF 6/3 W G wire from a 240 volt 50 amp circuit breaker (non- GFIC)
from your main home power panel to your hot tub panel

5) install UF 6/3 W G wire from the panel to the tub

I have added a couple links for boxes you can get at lowes and home depot for your reference.

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Is it true that you are naked during the body scrub & massage at a Korean Spa?

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Jennifer M

I have a gift certificate to a Korean spa in Los Angeles but after seeing some of the reviews I'm a little nervous about going. I made an appointment for a body scrub and massage. Apparently, from what I've read, you lie completely naked on a wet table where they use scrub mittens and scrub you everywhere including your breasts, butt crack, and your genital area. A massage on the same table follows with the same person. Has anyone ever tried this? Is it as invasive as it sounds?

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That sounds pretty accurate. It's not as bad as it sounds though.

In the bathhouse of a Korean spa, everybody's completely naked. There are different bathhouses for men and women. Everybody is clothed in the areas of the spa where men and women are together.

If you've never been naked in front of a bunch of other women before, it may be a little bit of a shock, but you'll get over it soon enough. If you think people are staring at you, try and ignore it, but odds are, nobody's going to stare at you unless you try and cover yourself up with the tiny towel they give you.

The body scrub is an interesting and refreshing experience. Sure, it's kind of odd at first, and it might hurt a little bit, depending on how hard the lady is scrubbing, but it's really not that bad. If you can explain to them that it's your first time, I'm sure they'll be a little easier on you. They do scrub your breasts, butt crack and genital area, but they don't really "get in there" with their scrubbing.

After the scrub and massage, your body actually feels very good. Don't be shy and give it a try!

Ah...before you get your scrub, be sure to soak in the tubs with the hot water for a while...that might help make the dead skin come off easier.

Good luck!

Carnival Ecstasy review from a teenagers point of view?

Austin

I am 16 years old, and I am about to go onto the Carnival Ecstasy for the first time. I was wondering how other teenagers felt about this cruise? Was Club 02 fun? Was there a lot of dancing/grinding, and were the councilors okay with it? Were there a lot kids on the ship? What is there to do? Is it fun? Etc?

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I just got back from a cruise on the Carnival Fascination which is a sister ship (meaning the two ships are identical) to the Ecstacy! I am 17 and i had a blast. I didnt do club 02 i just hung out with my friend who i went with and we went to shows and layed out and hung out by the pool most of the time. I have heard the club is a lot of fun though! A 15 year old boy who sat with us in the dining room was doing the club and had a lot of fun. They had scavenger hunts on the ship and dance parties and a lot of stuff. There was a lot of dancing on the ship they had dance parties in the clubs and on the second to last night of the cruise they had a dance party on the Lido deck for everybody and that was super fun. We did congo lines and everything! There was some grinding but i think no one paid attention counselor wise. There were a lot of kids on the ship and especially a lot of teenagers! I met a lot of new people! If you are stopping at ports those are amazing too. Excursions are great once in a lifetime opportunities! Our cruise went to the bahamas and we did a snorkling excursion and loved it. As for stuff to do on the ship, there are shows (which to be honest i didnt want to go to but once i went to one i loved them!), they have a spa where you can get facials and pedicures, exploring the ship, eating- probably the best part. theres more food than you can imagine. and in the dining room you can order as much as you want. i would order 3 appetizers and it was normal! its amazing. On the top deck there is a track for running, ping pong tables, waterslides, the pool and hot tubs, chairs to lay out and tan in, put put golf, litererally everything! Me and my friend spent most of our time laying out and reading by the pool and swimming. It was my first cruise and it is definitely one of the best vacations i have ever been on in my life. You will have an amazing time! Have fun!!! :)
God bless xD

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Where can i find a luxury cottage in Ontario, canada?

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Jeremy

Im looking for something waterfront with a hot tub - a little more upscale, and no more than 2 bedrooms, 'cause its for my honeymoon, so i dont want it too big. thanks!

Answer
The other links are good. Add this one to your search: http://www.cottageliferentals.com/

...and this: http://www.cottagerental.com/site_map.htm (Out of curiosity, I did a quick search at this site, and found a wide array of properties listed. Rates from about $1,200/week to around $4,000 being the typical range...depending on when you go.)

For luxury, you'll probably want the Muskoka/Gravenhurst area. (Muskoka has probably the biggest concentration of multi-million dollar cottages in Ontario.) But everything north of Toronto and south of Sudbury is pretty much considered "cottage country", so there might be a lovely rental in any part of Ontario.

Ontarians also like to cottage at Wasage Beach, Sauble Beach, and Grand Bend. There may be some nice cottages for rent on either Lake Ontario (Toronto to Ottawa area), or Lake Erie (southwestern Ontario).

I have a beach house on Lake Ontario (just outside Toronto) but, sadly, I don't know of any rental cottages to recommend. I also have a cottage (well...and island) near Sudbury. But I don't know of any rentals I could recommend in that area, either.

You might want to consider something in Niagara Falls (the honeymoon capital of the world) or in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

There's also Prince Edward County http://www.pec.on.ca/pec_yellowpages/yellowpages.php3?category=45

Personally, I've actually stayed at this place http://www.bettergetaway.com/ It's near Ottawa, and it is a private guest house located on 100 acres of wooded land. While the owners' home is right there, too, they leave you in peace. You have the whole guest house to yourself, and one of the owners is a chef, and can make pretty much any food you'd like. Since it's just the one guest house, you get very personalized service. It's not super-luxurious. (well...I suppose that depends on your level of taste. By comparison, I usually spend $500-$2,000/night on hotel rooms.) But it's by no means "low rent". (The photos at the web site are reasonably accurate. I think the place looks better in-person, though.) There's a decent size bathroom with a jacuzzi tub (shown in photos) and a steam shower (not shown), as well as a king-sized bed with decent duvet. There is a small kitchen with ample utensils, etc. There's an outdoor hot tub, hammock, telescope and binoculars, etc., etc. There are lots of trails around the 100 acres. The guest house is octangonal, and was built on-site, using lumber harvested from the property. (I don't believe there's cable, so if you like watching television, a small t.v. and DVD player will have to suffice.)

Any suggestions for planning a cruise for my parents?

Braden

I want to plan a cruise for my parents who are both around 40. I want them to go somewhere warm, probably the Caribbean, but other than that I have no idea what to do. I know I will need airfare, but what things are actually included in the cruise price? I don't want to send them on a vacation where they have to spend a lot. Basically I have no idea how to plan this. Should I go to a travel agency? I don't want to mess this up and send them somewhere terrible. Any ideas?

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First, you should go to a travel agent/agency, like AAA, American Express, or just look in your local phone book for travel agents, ask friends if they know one they have used, or even go to a web site like Royal Caribbean cruise line and they will refer you to an agent. Travel agents generally do not charge a fee for their services because they are paid in commission by the cruise lines and hotels when they complete bookings.

It's hard to give you advice on where to send them since you didn't provide information on where they live; which would affect travel time and costs. However, an Alaska cruise is always a good option as they leave from the west coast US and Canada. The Alaska cruise season is mid-May through mid-Sept each year. A 7 day Caribbean cruise is always great and cruises leave from gulf ports like Galveston, TX, New Orleans, La., and Tampa, Fl, as well as Miami, Ft Lauderdale and Port Canaveral, Fl. Cruises also leave from other ports along the east cost, Charleston, SC; Norfolk, Va, Baltimore, Md, Bayonne, NJ and NYC and Boston.

Here's the basics of what you need to know:

All cruise cabins are sold based on double occupancy and the prices listed will be per person and based on at least two people going on the cruise. The price you pay will depend mostly on the type cabin/accommodations that you choose. There are 4 basic types of cabins on ships;
- inside (no window),................................⦠least expensive
- outside (a window or porthole),
- balcony/veranda, and
- suites and penthouses.......................... most expensive.

You can reserve a cruise by (1) booking on line; (2) by calling the cruise line, or (3) through a travel agent. The price will be about the same regardless of which you use. You will pay at booking the minimum deposit which will be between $250 and $350 per person for a 7 day cruise, depending upon the cruise line. The balance will be due approximately 60 days before the cruise departure date. If you book within about 60 days of the cruise you will have to pay the full amount.

- Princess, Celebrity and Holland America have great ships are more classy and reserved. They are just a little more upscale and luxurious than the other cruise lines. Passengers tend to be middle aged and up and have cruised multiple times. Holland America has mostly senior citizens cruising on its ships. Norwegian cruise line is good, it cater to families and have mostly passengers in the range of age 35-40 and up. Its the line that you want to go on if you want to be informal for pretty much your whole cruise. Carnival is the budget cruise line that generally has the lowest prices. They cater to young people, first time cruiser and families. Royal Caribbean is also a cruise line that caters to young cruiser and families. It has the advantage of having the most on-board activities. Things like ice skating, roller blading, mini-golf course, a full sized basketball/tennis court, the rock climbing wall, and on the new Freedom and Oasis Class ships the surfing simulator, the Flowrider.

For the most part all cruises are all inclusive. Regardless of which cruise line you select the things that are included are pretty much the same. The price of your cruise includes your cabin, all meals (including breakfast, lunch dinner, snacks and free room service), free admissions to all shows and entertainment, and free use of all facilities on ship like the pools, hots tubs, gym, disco, etc,., except spa services. The things that you will have to pay for are gratuities (tips) alcoholic drinks and soft drinks, photos that you want, any tours from the ship you want to take, spa services like massages, and internet service. Gratuities will be about $11.50 per day per person and cover the cabin steward, waiter and assistant and the Matre'd. Other tips are added to drink orders at a rate of 15%

The prices you see advertised will NOT include airfare, travel insurance, taxes and fees, and gratuities. My suggestion for them would be Alaska if they don't mind cooler weather and can go during the Alaska cruise season, or the Caribbean as it has unlimited options.

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How can we celebrate our wedding anniversary with a newborn?

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Mama Jack

My husband and I have 2 boys (2 and 5) and a newborn baby girl. Our anniversary is this weekend and we have a baby sitter for the boys, but we aren't ready to leave the baby with a sitter yet. Any ideas of baby friendly places to go or things to do.

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please let me know if you find the answer to this one because I'm 7 months pregnant and not long after my due date is our wedding anniversary and idk what to do! Like you, I know I could never leave my baby with anyone when he is that young, not even for an hour!

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oh, looks like you got some good responses above:
get a hotel room with a hot tub or go out to a nice dinner, just plan the evening around her sleep schedule (which would really only work if she's more than a few weeks old, because she needs to be old enough to have a sleep schedule! lol)
well, good luck, I'll be checking back to see if you got any good answers cause, like I said, I'm gonna be going through the same thing here soon enough and like you, idk what to do!

Is it safe to give my pregnant shih tzu a bath?

Paola Andr

I haven't given her a bath in 1 or 2 week because I don't know if it is safe for her.

Answer
A pregnant dog needs grooming just as much as any other dog, but you must be careful of the stomach area. You should not be afraid of bathing her, but be watchful of the pressure placed on the abdomen. Dogs should be bathed at least once a week, depending on the breed of dog you own. Pugs and others that exhibit a large amount of folds in the skin should be bathed every 2 days.

How To Bathe A Pregnant Dog
Step 1
Attach the spray attachment to your water spout in the bath tub if doing this at home. Turn on the hot water and add cold until the temperature is just above room temperature regardless of home or pet store location. Your dog enjoys water a little cooler than you do for a bath.

Step 2
Pick up your girl by placing a hand under the tail area, and one hand under the chest. Lift both ends equally and gently sit her inside the bathing area, whether it be a bath tub or pet store bathing stalls. Spray water over the entire body until the fur is soaked through.

Step 3
Apply an ample amount of dog shampoo to your hands and briskly rub them together. Now apply the shampoo over the dog's coat. Avoid the eyes unless your shampoo specifically says it is tearless and safe for dog's eyes. Use your fingers to rub the shampoo into the mat of the fur to cleanse at the skin level. Make sure to not scrub the genital area with shampoo, as this can cause a yeast infection in pregnant dogs.

Step 4
Rinse the shampoo out of the fur completely using the spray attachment, avoiding the eyes. Cup your hand over the top of the dog's eyes to avoid shampoo residue being washed into them. Use the suds that are left on your hand to gently wipe from front to back in the genital area to cleanse, then rinse completely.

Step 5
Lay a towel down on the floor. Pick your dog up by placing a hand under the tail area and one under the chest to lift out evenly, and place her on the towel. Use another towel to start at the head and dry away the residual water. When drying the tummy area, gently wipe over from side to side until the water is gone.

Tips & Warnings
Depending on how far along your dog is, you may not be able to bathe her. If she only has a week or two left, a bath should be avoided as this can begin early labor due to the excitement. Pugs and other small dogs that exhibit folds on the face should have a wet rag with a small amount of shampoo used on the folds.

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Help finding a Wisconsin cottage rental?

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Ehehdogeh

I need help finding a cottage/cabin rental in Wisconsin. I prefer the lower half of the state - I don't want to go further north than Door County. The ideal rental will have no more than a 2-night minimum (the week of October 8), is in the woods, relatively secluded, on a lake or river, sleeps 2 and has an outdoor hot tub.

Do you know of such a place? I have googled and googled but have only found one that meets my requirements.

Alternatively, if you KNOW of a site where I can search that allows you to select the amenities you want, that would be great. I've come across some that allow you to search for some things, but I want to be able to limit searches only to those with outdoor hot tubs.

Any help will be greatly appreciated!

Answer
hello there,now im praying to the good lord that these are going to help you,you sound pretty desperate,

Birch Lake Secluded Getaway
21476 Inshore Ave, Tomah, WI - (608) 374-3150
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Sherwood House in Colorado
896 Young Road, Hudson, WI - (888) 755-8595
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Best Western Derby Inn
Hwy 45 North/ P.O. Box 2470, Eagle River, WI - (715) 479-1600
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D Scott Diller Llc: Diller D Scott CPA
1263 Willow Grove Dr, Pewaukee, WI - (262) 695-9100
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M & M Victorian Inn
1393 Main St, Marinette, WI - (715) 732-9531
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Hidden Valley Inn & Resort
W7724 County Rd W, Phillips, WI - (715) 339-2757
"... This rental includes one bedroom on the first floor with a king size bed, and a sleeping loft with a full and two twins. Air conditioning, two baths, hot tub, ..." cottages.org



Econo Lodge
700 E Main St, Watertown, WI - (920) 261-9010
"... Free local calls; Car rental desk; Family rooms; Wheel chair access; Pets allowed; Free parking; Meals; Economy; Hot tub; Free breakfast; Nonsmoking; Data port ..." hotel-guides.us



Super 8 - Eagle River
200 W. Pine St, Eagle River, WI - (715) 477-0888
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Courtyard-Milwaukee Downtown
300 W Michigan St, Milwaukee, WI - (414) 291-4122
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Jacobson Terry & Sally
21476 Inshore Ave, Tomah, WI - (608) 374-3150
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Phones Plus Inc
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Re/Max Preferred Real Estate
100 E Main St, La Valle, WI - (608) 985-8484
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What do I need to know about bearded dragons?

Alex C

I want to get a bearded dragon, but I need to know how to take care of it, what to feed it, pricing, cleaning, health problems, and anywhere I can watch videos on the bearded dragon.And finally how to convince my mom about any qualities of a beardie.

Answer
Housing:
The larger the better when it comes to enclosures for adult bearded dragons. Hatchlings can be housed in as small as a 10-gallon enclosure, but a minimum size for an adult is a 50-gallon terrarium. Rubbermaid tubs also work well for groups of young dragons. We suggest a minimum 15 gallon tall tub, with the lid turned into a screen top. Cut a large hold in the top, and use Liquid Nails to glue the screen to the plastic top. Enclosures should typically be longer than they are high. Groups of adult dragons should be housed in larger enclosures with numerous logs for basking. Glass is a great choice for display of adult bearded dragons, allowing for optimum vision and brightness, but hatchlings often do better in enclosures that limit vision. It is also thought by many keepers that dragons display better color when housed in enclosures that they cannot see out of. Please be wary of housing young females with males. Dragons may mate at young ages and run into complications with egg binding.

Substrate/cage decor:
Although sand has been used for many years, I recommend strongly to my customers to use wheat bran for bearded dragons above 6 month of-age. We suggest housing young bearded dragons on newspaper or paper towels to prevent problems with impaction. With newspaper, be aware that crickets will hide beneath the paper. We suggest that you replace the old paper with new paper nightly, allowing hidden crickets to be removed or eaten for a late night snack. Left over crickets can harm young dragons, so be careful. If there are extra crickets in the enclosure, provide them with food, so they do not nibble on your dragon at night. Basking logs should be placed within the enclosure to allow your dragon to thermoregulate and feel secure. Decorative rocks and fake plants may also help to liven up the enclosure. Do not use heat rocks. Bearded Dragons sense heat and light using a detector located on top of their heads. They are not as aware of heat coming from below and can badly burn their bellies without knowing it. For this reason we advise to not use a heat rock or place rocks too close to the basking light. Use wood logs for basking zones instead. Live plants may also be an option. (But live plants must not be toxic, as they will likely be dinner).

Lighting/heating:
Bearded dragons like it HOT! The key to heating your enclosure is providing a temperature gradient from a hot basking zone, to a cooler area. Basking temps should reach well over 100 degrees F. The cooler zone should be around 85 degrees.
The brighter the light, the better. Dragons thrive under a good full spectrum UV source. We recommend active UV/heat or mercury vapor bulbs. These bulbs work double time to give your dragon quality UV and producing heat at the same time. You may also use fluorescent UV full spectrum tubes, although they do not produce the same UV quality. The colors and health of your lizard depend on good heat, bright light and UV. Your dragon will also benefit from natural sunlight and we recommend bringing your lizard outside in an outdoor basking enclosure. However the more natural sunlight you expose them to, the less supplements you should give, especially vitamin D3 (this may also be the case when using the active UV/heat bulbs). We also think that younger dragons may become stressed when taken outside, and therefore suggest holding off on outdoor excursions until your dragon is older .


Behavior:
Bearded Dragons are generally not aggressive towards people, but will attack other dragons, and many other species of lizards, frogs, etc. Never put a small dragon with a larger one, as the small dragon may end up dinner. Beardeds tend to spend the day running from one heat zone to the next, and often searching for food. A happy healthy dragon is alert, fast, and active. Young dragons can be kept in groups without too many problems associated with stress, but older males should be kept one to a cage. Breeding groups of 1 male and 2-5 females are not uncommon. Males will aggressively bob their heads at the females, while the females will wave their arms in circles back. Males and some females will also turn their beard jet black. These are part of the breeding rituals and territorial behaviors of bearded dragons. Adult Bearded dragons enjoy basking lazily on their logs. Your dragon may "vent" (open mouth breathing) while basking, this is very normal and not a sign of distress. It is also not uncommon to find a dragon sleeping at night in what appears to be the most painful position on earth.

Longevity:
A well cared for dragon will live from 6-12 years, maybe longer. The early years of a dragons life are often the most important. A young dragon that is not properly cared for is likely to have life long lasting problems. Proper exposure to uvb, vitamins, and minerals along with a well balanced diet in every stage of a dragon's life will help enable your dragon to have a long and healthy life.

Feeding/supplementation:
Bearded dragons are omnivorous and should feed on both vegetation and protein. Crickets, mealworms, superworms, and a salad mixture should be staple food sources. Never feed your dragon too large of a prey item. We suggest feeding prey 1/2 to 3/4 the size of the space between your dragons eyes.
Dragons require a variety of greens including collard greens, red leaf lettuce, green leaf lettuce, mustard greens, turnip greens, and dandelion greens. Stay away from iceberg lettuce, large amounts of kale, cabbage, or spinach. We also suggest a variety of vegetables such as carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, peas, corn, and fruits offered in small amounts. Other specialty additions can include cactus fruit, dandelion flowers, and hibiscus flowers. This salad mix can be offered daily using different combinations of ingredients.
When feeding crickets, make sure your source of crickets is clean. You may gutload your crickets with commercial cricket and/or we suggest offering your crickets fresh fruit, greens, and water. Remove all old food from your cricket container. Mold can be toxic to your lizards. We suggest using a moistened paper towel/sponge, citrus, or carrots to provide water for your crickets.
Whenever possible try and provide a variety of appropriate sized prey items for your dragon including super worms, silk worms, roaches, grasshoppers, preying mantis, and a variety of other bugs (not fireflies). However we strongly suggest not using bugs found outside, as they may have pesticides that can kill your dragon. Also, use waxworms in limited amounts, if at all. They contain little nutritional value, and although relished by the dragons, contain high amounts of fat.
You can also feed rep cal pellets to your dragons at a young age. The best method we have found to start dragons on the pellets is to moisten the pellets, and drop them like crickets onto a paper plate in front of the dragons. This will generally trigger a feeding response from the dragons. Generally they will only eat a couple of pellets in the beginning, but with patience and age they will start to feed heavily on the pellets. The pellets have less risk of parasites, associated with much live prey.
You can also feed pinky mice/rats to adult dragons; this is especially good for females during the breeding season.
We feed all of our hatchlings a minimum of three times a day to ensure optimum growth and health. As dragons get older, their appetite will decrease. For adult dragons, you can offer greens daily and crickets or worms 3-4 times per week. As dragons get older, you may decrease the amount of protein offered.
We suggest misting your dragons once a day, especially as hatchlings. Dragons will drink during spraying and may also be "trained" to drink and soak in a water dish inside the enclosure. They also enjoy an occasional warm (not hot) bath.


Supplementation:
There are many different and often contradictory opinions/views on supplementation. Calcium, D3, and vitamin supplementation are necessary for your dragons. However, supplementation will depend on what you feed your dragons, the bulbs you use, and how much natural sun they receive. Many sources recommend supplementing small dragons daily and decreasing to once or twice per week for adult dragons. But both too little and too much supplementation can lead to problems. Therefore, we recommend going over this with your vet to find a schedule that suits the specific needs of your dragon. We suggest you supplement your young dragons daily with a ratio of 1 part Rep-Cal Herptivite to 3 parts Rep-Cal calcium with Vitamin D3.


Diseases & Disorders:
Bearded dragons are one of the hardiest reptiles available in the pet trade, yet they still can succumb to numerous diseases and problems.
We are not veterinarians; please do not use this information as a replacement for taking your lizard to a vet. This information is meant to raise your awareness of signs and possible problems. If you notice that your lizard is ill, do not hesitate to make an appointment with a reptile specialist.
Several pointers to ensure optimal health for your lizard:
Follow all housing, heating/lighting, and feeding/supplementation requirements for your lizard.
Quarantine all new reptiles.
DO NOT HOUSE YOUR BEARDED DRAGON WITH ANY OTHER SPECIES OF REPTILE. Different reptiles come from many different environments requiring different needs in captivity. Even animals that come from similar environments can cause stress and pass parasites onto your dragon, costing the life of your lizard.
Do not house bearded dragons of different sizes together--this is a sure problem for the smaller dragons' health.
We recommend housing males separately. You may even need to prevent males from seeing each other across cages.
Keep your cages and food CLEAN! Clean and sift poop often. Remove all old food.
Wash your hands before and after handling your lizard.

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Can my Ex boyfriend sue me for custody of my son?

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Rylie

I lived in FL with my ex for 2 yrs. He's a widow with 2 boys 3 and 7 at the time. He's much older than me. I quit my job to take care of him his home and treated his boys like they were my own. I found out I was 13-14 weeks pregnant. He demanded I have an abortion. I put it off until I was 24 weeks and finally told him I wouldn't do it. He kicked me out of the house told me I needed to move back to ohio. I really had no choice at this point. I packed my car and drove myself to ohio, I was 30 weeks pregnant. He wanted nothing to do with us. told me I ruined his family and there good name and his reputation in his church. I begged him to come for the delivery. He said he couldn't make it. I still believed he would come around so I sent a affidavit of paternity for him to sign. I told him I would agree to hyphenate his last name. He threaten me for not giving my son his name. He demanded I take my 3 day old baby to take a paternity test before he signed. I was afraid if he didn't sign I wouldn't be able to afford health insurance for my son. I did everything he asked. I filed for child support we had a hearing and he had to pay what they said. he thought he shouldn't have to pay the amount they figured. I sent pictures and updates of my son only to receive threatening email back. I invited him to visit countless times. He's never asked about my son never called to check up or anything. At 4 months I took my son to FL to visit. I was there for 2 weeks he met us once at a park where it was to hot for a newborn. He spent 30 minutes with us and left us while my son was crying and I was trying to cool him down. The next day I received a letter from his attorney he was taking me to court for full custody. I was scared to death. This man makes a lot of money has 2 beautiful homes. I know that I'm a amazing mother I live for my son. I send all day everyday with him. But I am living at home with my mother and I'm a artist who is not making real money at the moment. I got a call from my attorney. HE WANTS TO SIGN AWAY HIS RIGHTS? Right now I think this will be the best thing for my son. But I cant get health insurance for my son. I told him I would agree to this. He could sign his rights away and not pay support but he had to keep my son on his insurance until he's 18. Come to find out this is not allowed. He said he would pay for my health insurance and my son's (a very basic plan) I didn't agree. I don't trust him. This made him furious. Now he's suing me for full custody of my son. He's not willing to share him at all. He doesn't want to introduce my son to his children until he decides he wants that. My attorney told me he will probably get 8 weeks a year but I don't feel confident. I'm so scared, I fear for my son. My baby is everything to me. His older Brother has no job and lives with him. He has PTSD, screams and hits the kids leaves bruises where he squeezes them. I've even seen him hold the oldest boys head under water in the bath tub. I've never reported this b/c i was told it wasn't my place. But when I was living there I never let the kids near him and I never left the house if he was there with the boys. MY attorney said there is nothing I can do I still have to send my son. They smoke cigars and cigarettes in the house and they leave the kids unsupervised daily they are out on the outdoor patio watching tv with the kids are alone inside. I need advise. What can I do to make sure I don't loose my son. I feel like my voice doesn't matter. This is a very smart 42 yr old man with money. I'm just a 24yr old single mother. He's also just started to say that I abused his children. What do I need to do to put a stop to this in court. I love his children like they are my own. I was the one who took care of them I would never ever harm them in anyway. I need Help any advice at all would be wonderful. Thank you so much.

Answer
He's filed for sole custody, and sent a request to sign over his rights through his attorney.

The judge is going to see his all or nothing approach and raise him a monthly child support payment.

I promise you that a man who is willing to sign away his rights will not get full custody. In fact, take the threats he's made by email in to court and seek that his visitation be supervised. The fact that you didn't report the abuse to his older children will not help, but you may still be able to, if the boys are willing to admit that their father did it (keep in mind, this may get his children taken from him, which is not a bad thing if they truly are being abused).

The absolute only way he can get sole custody is to prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that you are abusive. I doubt this will hold up for very long. This may be a long process, but you will win.

Tanning while pregnant?

amber s

Can I tan? lol...not in a tanning bed, but like w/outdoor suntan lotion and laying out in the sun? and also, if any of you know...CAN I TAN IN A TANNING BED? possibly? I'm supposed to go to jamaica w/the fiance soon and I wanna get some tan going before I arrive. Lol. Thanks for any answers/advice I get.

Answer
NO only spray tans the uv rays are harmful to the fetus and so are hot tubs don't really know exactly why but it is

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