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I've been wanting to write about wireless broadband for a number of months and am excited to finally sit down to discuss one of my favorite devices.  read more »

Attractive restaurant in Union Square district serves tasty Mediterranean food. Expect a clean, well decorated restaurant with impeccable service. The food was flavorful and the portions were just right. I would eat here again and again.

This hotel boasts it is the closest hotel to California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) which, in my opinion, is the only selling feature of this poorly maintained property. Sloppy paint, dirty rooms, old carpet, and an elevator that gets stuck are good enough reasons to look elsewhere for accommodations.

I was raised on Mexican food and have always been disappointed since leaving Bakersfield. La Mina Restaurant, with three locations serves the best crunchy tacos I've ever had. Eat at the restaurant and you will be greeted by Mr. Personality (Carlos) who will seat you at a colorful table where you are serenaded by two beautiful musicians.  read more »

This old, dirty, skanky, hotel is located on the parking lot of Food Land. Expect a dirty room, sunken bed, gross smelling hallway, and loads of teenagers hanging out by your car all night. This property accepts pets but do not stay here unless the Marriott Residence Inn is full.

This dog-friendly property is exceptionally clean and well staffed with a friendly, helpful staff. The suites are exactly what you expect from a Marriott Residence Inn including a clean kitchen, comfortable living room, plush bed with a variety of pillows, and a lovely vanity/bath.

If you are traveling with pets, this is the place to stay!

The Hotel Metropole works hard to over come the small older rooms by providing guests with fragrant soaps and shampoos, and fluffy robes. After the longest check-in in years, I had to get to my room by walking down a corridor that was next to the loading dock for Vons. I was a bit worried about the loading dock and unfortunately my fears were well founded. At 12:45 a.m.  read more »

Residence Inn Sacramento at Capitol Park is a beautifully designed hotel with bright attractive rooms that overlook Capital Park in Sacramento. Located in the heart of Sacramento this dog friendly establishment provides visitors with the usual Marriott breakfast, manager's reception, newspapers in your room, and fantastic customer service.  read more »

This artful restaurant serves the best breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Arcata. Order one of the savory crepes and be surprised for an intense and surprising experience. Imagine a bacon, apple, and brie crepes with chili flakes or a crepe filled with onions and mashed potatoes. Yum!

Just read an article in the Wall Street Journal on the chances of getting sick from flying. I was disgusted when I read that the blankets and pillows are cleaned infrequently.  read more »