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We loved our stay. The place was clean, tidy and just right for our little anniversary getaway. I would recommend this place!
Kathryn2016-07-30T00:00:00ZAwesome stay! We walked to Brewery Vivant, Grand Rapids Brewing, and Founders - all that were within a mile. We enjoyed the Netflix and bottled water as well!
Eugene2016-07-13T00:00:00ZAndrea was phenomenal. With her directions we found the property and settled in with ease. The space was just as described and perfect for what we were looking for, will definitely stay here again in the future!
Kellee2016-11-23T00:00:00ZOverall, staying here was a great experience. The location is perfect; within a few minutes walk to great Grand Rapids destinations! It is a great place to relax as well.
Sarah2016-10-24T00:00:00ZGreat, clean, cute place. Easy to park and access. Walked to downtown and to east town. A little tea and coffee provided - so nice!
Sean2016-11-05T00:00:00ZThe studio is so cute, clean and comfortable! The cab ride from downtown was only like 3 mins! This is a great place to stay and my husband and I will be staying here in the future!
Elizabeth2016-08-07T00:00:00ZThis apartment exceeded my expectations. It was not only in a great location close to restaurants (highly recommend Brick Road Pizza), bars, and downtown, but it was also clean and comfortable. Many amenities were provided including a Keurig with coffee/tea, La Croix, water bottles, dishes/silverware, a toaster oven, Hulu/Netflix, wifi, a blowdryer, towels/washcloths, shampoo/conditioner, etc. Also, Andrea was easy to communicate with and very friendly! I hope to stay here again next time I'm in GR.
Whitney2017-02-12T00:00:00ZWe booked a day before which could've made it difficult for the host but they were very accommodating.
David2016-08-16T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
Richard is always so nice! His internet is super fast! His place is affordable, quiet, comfy. Neighborhood is nice, nothing crazy ever happened while staying there. Richard also helped shovel my car out after being stuck after a snow storm! Richard Rocks!
Sarah 2016-12-17T00:00:00ZEverything was exactly as expected! It was perfect for us and what we needed for our stay in Grand Rapids. It's a good location because parking is always available and free right outside the apartment and then a $5-$7 Uber/Lyft ride to anywhere in downtown. Rich was a great host and when the weather dropped made sure we were comfortable. The heater worked great and blankets were comfy. Just as a heads up, the walls of the complex are thin so anytime the neighbors are coming or going you can hear it and vice versa. But really wasn't a problem. I never felt unsafe during our stay.
Lauren2016-11-23T00:00:00ZStayed here for one night on a "beer-cation" with 2 buddies. Place is very easy to locate, and was much better than I was anticipating (I like to keep my expectations low). We were out late and didn't actually "check-in" until it was pretty much time to crash, but there was no hassle getting in and situating ourselves. The place is plenty big enough for a moderate sized group and was very comfortable, albeit we weren't there too long. Definitely a place I would consider coming back to for another Grand Rapids weekend.
Josh2017-01-31T00:00:00ZThis place was awesome! Location was perfect for our concert that night. There were only two of us that stayed there, but plenty of room for more. Rich answered my texts right away and I definitely recommend staying here :)
Tina2017-03-06T00:00:00ZPerfect for a night in GR! Walking distance (less than a mile) to downtown. There is plenty of space in the apartment and it was equipped with everything we needed.
Jamie2017-02-20T00:00:00ZGreat value, great space.
Britney2017-02-14T00:00:00ZGood basic place to stay in GR
Tiffani2017-01-07T00:00:00ZThis place is fairly large could fit 4 people in beds easily with plenty of room for each. Frat house type atmosphere with beer paraphernalia and craft beer bottles on top of cupboards. Bathroom and shower at separate ends of apartment. Didn't try the shower but we couldn't get hot water in the bathroom or kitchen. Seemed like gas heater in kitchen in center of apartment was to be used to heat entire apartment. This left some spots chilly. Bedsheets and blankets smelled of bad body odor. It's a OK place to stay if you are not looking for much in the way of a kitchen or other amenities.
Jason2017-02-05T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49504, United States
Cozy little studio. Accurate to description. Upstairs neighbor was very nice and offered to assist if I needed anything. Perfect for what I needed.
Nick2016-11-26T00:00:00ZGreat place to stay! Very comfortable and equipped with the essentials
Miguel2017-01-16T00:00:00ZWas a great space and right next to Eastown. Vern was an excellent host.
Scott2016-12-23T00:00:00ZAll in all, a nice place to stay at!
Young Kwang2017-01-15T00:00:00ZI had a great experience! Everything was exactly as advertised.
TJ2016-11-08T00:00:00ZGreat place to stay for my business trip to Grand Rapids. Convenient location, nice neighborhood, comfortable mattress. Thanks, Vern!
Michael2017-02-05T00:00:00ZI stay at least once a month at Vern's place for business and it is always absolutely perfect. The apartment is centrally located and all my favorite restaurants are so close by; yet, it is still quiet and secluded. I would definitely recommend this apartment over any other in GR.
Maeve2017-02-10T00:00:00ZCute, little place in Grand Rapids. Great location and great host.
Katrina2016-09-26T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49506, United States
Julianne was very communicative, both beforehand and in the moment! The room was very comfortable; the bed and bedding were great; bath linens were plush! There was plenty of room for clothes; good sized fridge and microwave. Breakfast was available every morning, to order. Neighborhood has beautiful old houses, and a bakery and coffee shop are a short walk away.
Brenda2016-12-29T00:00:00ZThis is a perfect little studio if you're just looking for a place to unwind and rest your head. Although the studio is fairly small it has everything you need and is just fine for a couple. The complimentary breakfast was much appreciated as well as having the fridge stocked with chilled water. The neighborhood is super pretty too, lots of grand old homes!
Catherine2017-03-09T00:00:00ZJulianne's place was wonderful! It's located in a beautiful historic home in a neighborhood very close to downtown Grand Rapids. Super convenient. Julianne is a very generous and thoughtful host - any amenity needed is provided for. I would recommend this place to any solo traveler or couple looking to visit Grand rapids.
Robyn2017-02-18T00:00:00ZJulianne was great! Very helpful and thoughtful!
Arin2017-01-03T00:00:00ZThis is a cozy room in a historic home and is a great location to downtown GR. Julianne was readily available if we needed anything and there was great communication throughout the stay. The sleep number bed and fleece sheets were the best I have slept on in a while! Would recommend to a friend!
Erin2016-12-30T00:00:00ZGreat place to stay. Very clean and close to downtown. Perfect place to stay for exploring the city.
Dominic2017-01-09T00:00:00ZThe studio is incredibly clean and tidy, the breakfast is delicious, and the location can be beaten. She was very helpful and easy to communicate with. It was great to stay at Julianne's place!
Xavi2017-03-06T00:00:00ZJulianne was a wonderful host! The studio was exceptionally clean and the bed was extremely comfortable. The bedding, pillows and towels were so luxurious that I actually purchased on amazon while we stayed, lol. Communication was prompt and very pleasant, Julianne went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Breakfast was a choice of several options and was delivered to our door at 8am. Great neighborhood, close to downtown and we will definitely stay here again!
Jenny 2016-12-17T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
My sister and I enjoyed our one night stay in this property, perfect for a girl getaway! Brian and Erica were great!
Beth2017-01-29T00:00:00ZThis has easily been my wife and I's favorite airbnb/Grand Rapids trip to-date. The place was exactly as advertised - every bit as charming, spotless, and centrally located as promised. Erica and Brian were amazing. They had fantastic recommendations (e.g. Harmony Hall and Broadway Bar), were incredibly interesting and interested. We even went out for drinks at Broadway bar together where they told us about their community/airbnb involvement. I cannot recommend this airbnb enough. We will certainly be back!
Alexandre2016-01-25T00:00:00ZBrian and Erica were terrific hosts! They checked me in and were very friendly and showed me the grounds. The loft area was very comfortable and I greatly appreciated the drinks/snacks they made available. Overall the stay was great and I hope to stay with Brian and Erica again.
Clay2016-12-09T00:00:00ZWow where do we even begin! The space was absolutely awesome. You have the entire third floor to yourself, I stayed with a coworker and Erica set up an inflatable mattress in the loft which was totally comfortable. The loft has a fully stocked coffee maker, huge bowl of all sorts of snacks and a fridge full of water, sodas and beer for the guests. Nice touch! The kitchen was fully stocked with any utensil or appliances we could have needed and the living room and balcony were just lovely. Highlight of the trip for us was hanging in the hottub with some local (provided by Erica and Brian) on a night where it snowed all day! Coolest experience ever! The building itself is just breathtaking and beyond cool. You are less than 20 min walk to city center and there are tons of restaurants and breweries just down the street from the building. Brian and Erica are such interesting, giving and lovely people who took such an interest to us. Their give back initiative is amazing and they tailor each donation to their guests. We were in town with a touring musical so they are donating to local arts education. How cool is that? Needless to say, I couldn't recommend them more. 6 stars!
Maria2017-02-28T00:00:00ZIt was honestly such a wonderful experience spending two nights with Erica and Brian in Grand Rapids! My mother and I ran into quite a bit of car troubles in GR, but we were lucky enough to have Erica help us carry a string bass to and from DeVos Performance Hall (I was doing an orchestra performance that weekend!), in addition to offering my mom help to pick up our car from the auto shop. I had a few cold symptoms and they offered me anything I needed to feel as best as possible, which was so appreciated. They also gave us some great recommendations for restaurants in the area (we HIGHLY recommend Brewery Vivant!). The space was exactly as it was described in the listing, and the suite (which consists of a bedroom, bathroom, and loft) was clean, comfortable, and quite adorable. We didn't have a chance to visit the hot tub but the option was most definitely there! Erica and Brian are fantastic people who will go out of their way to make you feel comfortable during your stay, and their outgoing personalities will create some fantastic conversations during the visit. I highly recommend staying with them in Grand Rapids - they're the best!
Valedie2016-01-24T00:00:00ZWe had a fantastic night with Brian and Erica. Parking was a piece of cake, the entire building had a great feel, and it was all situated in an ideal location in downtown Grand Rapids. As for the apartment (URL HIDDEN) was perfect. We made the mistake of lying down for a moment before checking out the hot tub, which led to instant sleep and skipping the hot tub altogether. The cozy bed, combined with the room's comfortable atmosphere, left us no real choice but to sleep in the next morning. When we finally rolled out of bed, we sipped coffee on the balcony and curled up on the couch to read for a while before leaving. Brian and Erica were wonderful, taking care to show us around the building and making sure we had everything we needed for our stay, and they were both incredibly friendly and fun to hang out with before heading our separate ways.
Jaaz2016-11-18T00:00:00ZErica and Brian truly are world class hosts! My girlfriend and I stayed with Erica and Brian on our way to Detroit and our pit stop couldn't have been better. Upon arrival Erica and Brian showed us all the ins and outs of the Union Square complex which is a historic Grand Rapids high school that has been beautifully transformed into condos. Erica and Brian had everything ready for our arrival and go above and beyond to make sure that your stay feels like home. We would definitely stop by to stay with Erica and Brian again if our adventures ever take us back to Grand Rapids.
Adam2015-08-28T00:00:00ZYou want to stay at this very very nice Union Square Condo... Brian was such a top notch host... The place was super clean and was such a fun time... The hosts gave us all the information about the condo and the city of GR to feel informed and get the most out of our trip. Thank You Brian!
RYAN (RJK)2015-09-21T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Private room
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49504, United States
Valerie was very accommodating with quick responses if I ever needed anything. I was able to come and go as I pleased. The room and bathroom were well stocked with anything that you could need. The house was perfectly quiet, I slept very soundly. The house is far enough away from any kind of busy roads that there was no noise from cars whatsoever.
Erika2017-02-06T00:00:00ZWe were in and out for a night in Grand Rapids and needed a quiet place to lay our heads for a few hours. Valerie was a great host
Nick2017-02-14T00:00:00ZGreat location and a real bargain. Basic and clean, just what I needed in a hip neighborhood with good restaurants and coffee shops very close and walkable.
Don2017-02-27T00:00:00ZExcellent place...
anurag2017-02-01T00:00:00ZGreat place. Very quiet neighborhood. Everything was clean and nice. Awesome stay!
Alcides Pedro2017-02-17T00:00:00ZThis place was lovely! Old school inside a modern house! A lot of vintage things around which was awesome. Clean bathroom n comfy bed. We would def stay again!
Briana2017-03-03T00:00:00ZValerie's hosting was exceptional! The home is located around the corner from some adorable coffee shops and restaurants! Her adorable place is a nest home which I truly enjoyed. It makes things super simple and key free! I enjoyed both Grand Rapids and my housing while I was there!
Brittney2017-01-28T00:00:00ZValerie was more than accommodating. I loved her home and look forward to staying there again.
Laura2017-01-21T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Private room
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49506, United States
Room Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
The apartment was as described. It was the perfect place for New Year's. We didn't wonder much but I know it's centrally located and very close to great restaurants and down town Grand Rapids. I would highly recommend the little gem.
Gina 2017-01-01T00:00:00ZGreat place to stay while in town for a couple of days. Good location just a short ride from downtown and some good bars and restaurants within walking distance. Communication with Greta was great and the check in was easy with keyless entry. Would definitely stay again when in town.
Derek2016-12-09T00:00:00ZVery cozy, very neat and a beautiful interior. I'd recommend to anyone that's looking for a home away from home.
Aaron2016-11-24T00:00:00ZGreta's place is stunning. I even did my own little photoshoot just for fun. Your style is wonderful. Bonus points for the foam mattress - extremely comfy.
Andrea2017-01-26T00:00:00ZThis place is beautiful and has so much charm. Would love to stay here again if I ever visit Grand Rapids in the future. Greta is an excellent host and even helped my boyfriend out for our Valentine's Getaway and sprinkled rose petals and chocolates throughout the house! So sweet. :)
Alyssa2017-02-15T00:00:00ZGretas place was wonderful! Very clean and super cute, perfect for just an over night stay, or more. Very close to Stellas, one of my favorite bars in Grand Rapids. Would definatley stay here again! It was super easy to access the house and you get your own entrance code. No complaints here! Thanks Greta
Taylor2016-11-11T00:00:00ZGreat place and close to many bars and restaurants. We were able to walk to dinner and to have a few drinks. The apartment was very clean and comfortable. Beds were very nice and comfortable. Very large apartment and very nice.
DePriest2017-01-13T00:00:00ZPlace was clean and had rustic charm. Location was great for our wedding event at church just blocks away.
Ana2016-12-29T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
The place was perfect for what we wanted out of this vacation. The location was convenient to everything we wanted to see and the full kitchen was great! Would definitely recommend.
Michelle2017-02-26T00:00:00ZMy stay at Michelle's place was fine. Check in was easy and she made herself available by phone for any issues or questions. The space is a basement apartment. There is an egress window in the bedroom which also lets in some natural light which was nice. I would have liked some way to heat the apartment separately, it was cold for me.
Shelley2017-01-30T00:00:00ZI stayed at Michelle's as I was passing through Grand Rapids on work. Her basement studio was exactly what I was looking for; comfortable, warm & quiet. Michelle was incredibly helpful, even leaving milk, eggs & bread in the fridge for me. Would recommend to anyone heading to GR.
Ben2017-01-14T00:00:00ZCheck in was a breeze! Michelle came down to meet us after we arrived. The place is adorable and has everything you could need. We only stayed the night and left, but I would stay here again in a heart beat!
Rachael2016-12-23T00:00:00ZExcellent value! Somewhat low ceilings that were uncomfortable if you were over 6' tall. However everything else was great! Would definitely recommend coming here!
Blair2017-01-09T00:00:00ZMichelle's apartment was a great place to stay. We only spent one night there, but it would be good for a longer stay. It's definitely better suited to shorter people, as many basement apartments are, but it worked perfectly for us. Check-in was easy and Michelle was quick to respond. Will definitely stay here next time I come to Grand Rapids.
Daniele2017-02-24T00:00:00ZGreat value. This downstairs basement apartment is super clean, and has a pull out sofa in the living room with Roku and wifi. The kitchen had some basic groceries the host offered, and basic cookware. The bedroom looked nice, though I fell asleep on the couch- so I can't really review the bed. The host had extra towels and blankets available in the apartment, along with an iron (very helpful for my trip). It was snowing during my stay, but the basement was kept warm. You must park on the street, but the neighborhood is safe and quiet. I would definitely stay here again. It's perfect for a quiet business trip. The host lives upstairs, and was very communicative and accommodating. Also, great student art decorates the space. I recommend this apartment.
Ramona2017-03-04T00:00:00ZMichelle's place was exactly what I was hoping for: very private, clean, nice, and well equipped.
Darel2017-01-21T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49505, United States
Amy was easily accessible by phone. She left a key and the location was easy to find. The efficiency apartment was clean and comfortable. The historic neighborhood is beautiful, with easy access to the city, many restaurants, etc. Parking was no problem - we found a spot within a block. Great value for a quick night's stay!
Jill2016-11-04T00:00:00ZGreat, cozy apartment with easy access to everything.
Cory2016-11-29T00:00:00ZAmy was a great communicator and was available essentially at any time to assist with questions. The space is pretty bare minimum but was a place to sleep while in town. The house is located on a small one way street and I felt safe in the house and surrounding area.
melanie2016-12-21T00:00:00ZAmy's place is a 5-10$ uber ride away from anywhere in the city. She has magazines and maps laid out of the city and what is going on. She is quick to respond to any questions and was very friendly to talk to.
Dan2016-11-28T00:00:00ZAwesome one bedroom apartment. Very close to the downtown area.
damjan2016-12-30T00:00:00ZClean place perfect for exploring the city, good value.
Michael2017-01-04T00:00:00ZStayed one night during Art Prize, we very much enjoyed staying a home rather than a hotel, it was only a few blocks to walk to the exhibits, a great location for enjoying downtown. The home is located on a small street with no driveway, so you park in the street, we got lucky and found a spot right in front of the home. Amy was wonderful to deal with, answered questions promptly. I am very picky about cleanliness and the apartment was spotless, had everything you need as far as linens, towels, dishes etc, she even provided coffee and cream. wouldn't hesitate to book again!
Gloria2016-09-27T00:00:00ZAmy is AMAZING! I was looking for a cozy dining overnight for a business trip and I found Amy's spot! She went above and beyond and delivered me her personal steamer that saved me hours of ironing for a photoshoot. Not to mention she was sick she bronchitis but insisted that she bring it over to help me out. She went above and beyond and I will definitely be back!
Taylor2016-10-27T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
Our hosts were very communicative & checked in w/us to ensure we were able to not only access the home but also that we had everything we needed! The neighborhood was cute & quiet ~ quick ride to downtown GR! The apartment is quiet cozy and we certainly were given privacy during our weekend stay.
Kara2016-11-14T00:00:00ZSuch a cozy space with all the amenities one needs. Super clean, with lovely hosts that immediately attend to any inquiry. Looking forward to visiting again soon!
James 2016-12-24T00:00:00ZQuiet, clean and cozy upstairs apartment with everything you could need for a great weekend stay! Close drive to downtown for performances of the Grand Rapids Symphony at DeVos Hall, as well as convenient to Downtown Market, the GRAM and most importantly, Founders Brewery. Communication and check in/out were easy and great!
Megan 2017-02-07T00:00:00ZEmily & Andy's place is very lovely and the location is great. The private entrance is super convenient and while we did not get to meet Emily or Andy in person they were extremely kind and responsive in their communication. Thank you Emily and Andy! :)
Leanne2017-02-20T00:00:00ZThe apartment was clean and very well put together. It felt very homely and was the perfect location to get to any of the awesome breweries in Grand Rapids. The hosts were super nice and we will definitely stay here when we come back.
Zachary2016-10-16T00:00:00ZWhat a fabulous place! Emily and Andy are wonderful hosts. This is an upstairs apartment on the back of their house. Very quiet and they provide every need you could possibly have while staying. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils, plates, silverware, etc. The bathroom is also stocked if you forget something at home and the towels were so plush. Really felt spoiled here. So cozy.
Laura2017-01-15T00:00:00ZWe had a wonderful time at Emily and Andy's! The check in was easy, the communication was perfect and the location was great. We had everything we needed for a wonderful weekend getaway! We would highly recommend Andy and Emily's place!
Kelcey2016-12-13T00:00:00ZI picked Andy and Emily's place due to its proximity to downtown. It is only about a 6 minute drive from the Amway Grand in a quiet, safe neighborhood. The apartment was clean and well decorated, and it looked just like the pictures. The towels were so soft and plush that I felt like I was at a spa! Unfortunately I was too busy with a conference to meet the hosts, but they were kind and helpful via texting and the app. I would highly recommend this location.
Emma2017-01-21T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49504, United States
Jake2016-07-02T00:00:00ZWe had a great experience using AirBnB for the first time. The house was as advertised, very neat and clean, with everything you will need. The private access was a nice feature and simple to use. The neighborhood has a great feel to it, quiet and comfortable. We plan to be back!
Mike2016-05-23T00:00:00ZGreat place to stay in GR. Clean, come unobtrusive hosts with a nice backyard. Walking distance to everything in Easttown. Nice kitchenette with growlers for filling. Why stay at a hotel for $100 more when this is more convenient and has free parking.
Rob2016-05-06T00:00:00ZTim and Jill were great hosts, and so responsive and accommodating. The property is in a great location and walking distance to many shops and restaurants in Eastown. Lovely stay, thank you!
Allison2016-08-05T00:00:00ZI had booked just an hour before my arrival and Jill and Tim were able to accommodate immediately. They have a lovely house with a private entrance that leads to the basement. I felt very safe and secure in their home. It was very nice to see coffee, yogurt, granola, and tea in their kitchenette. If I ever came back to Grand Rapids I would stay here in a heartbeat!
Maggie2016-10-28T00:00:00ZJill & Tims place was great. It had anything you could ask for and more. Also they were very spontanous. We booked the place just a few hours, before we needed it. Everthing was perfect.
Lukas2016-03-28T00:00:00ZThis was a great place to stay while we were in GR for a conference. Half the price of the downtown hotel where the conference was hosted, but only a 10 minute drive from it. We enjoyed exploring Eastown in our spare time. Check-in was easy and the apartment was comfortable.
Megan2017-03-09T00:00:00ZJill and Tim were the perfect hosts. The communication was great regarding instructions on parking, keypad entry, and favorite places to eat! The lower level apartment was perfect and the cozy slippers were a nice warm welcome! We will be back! Thank you for sharing your home!!! -Beth
Beth2016-01-23T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Entire home/apt
Property Type
Bed & Breakfast
Grand Rapids, MI 49506, United States
Room Type
Private room
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States
excellent hosts and very affordable.
Travis2016-10-08T00:00:00ZMy Host Joseph was nice and Helpful, there is a Rule Book by the bed, and parking is Across a fairly busy street, in a church parking lot. The Dog has to smell you until he gets use to you, he is Large Breed Dog, not aggressive but very nervous, he was just adopted in January so haven't had him long, there is not any drawers for storing your clothes, but a decent size closet, Bring more hangers there are some provided. Small bathroom, quite tight. I did leave early for comfort issues, but they were a nice couple, just did not feel as comfortable as I would have liked. 3/5 stars
Unique2016-06-09T00:00:00ZSammi, their pup was in immense amounts of pain upon my arrival and they still did everything in their power to welcome me with open arms, direct me to hot spots around town, and even accommodate my late arrival and next day checkout. I was very impressed with their positive, welcoming vibes and would enjoy staying with them if I ever travel back to Grand Rapids, MI.
Kennedy2016-08-29T00:00:00ZIt was my first time using Airbnb, and I must say it was a wonderful first experience. Devin and Joseph were very kind hosts and ensured I had everything I needed for my stay. Would definitely recommend their room for your Airbnb experience!
Kaila2016-06-12T00:00:00ZFantastic experience! Super comfy bed, amazing coffee, clean, and that shower! Devin and Joseph were very friendly, made coffee, and made sure I got to where I was headed in the morning safely. Super sweet people, a great experience, and close to the airport. :)
Caitlin2016-07-01T00:00:00ZDevin and Joseph were awesome! I arrived completely disheveled after falling and couldn't walk very well- they were super hospitable and helpful! This is a great, clean place to stay with excellent hosts!
Laura & Anthony2016-09-28T00:00:00ZOverall had a great stay. We were just in town for the night, and this was perfect. The house was just close enough to walk to everything we wanted to do.
Claira2016-09-12T00:00:00ZDevin and Joseph were very nice. I will definitely be back next time I visit Grand Rapids!
Natalie2016-10-25T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Private room
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49506, United States
Cheap/Clean is a perfect way to describe the place. My fiance and I had plenty of room to sleep and keep our stuff during the day while we were out and about GR for a wedding. Robb was very quick to reply to texts when we needed something and he was also very friendly and welcoming when we met in person. The location was very convenient to everything we were trying to get to. In about 10 minutes or less you could be anywhere you wanted to be in the GR area and we even went to the beach a couple times and it was about a 40 min drive. My only two issues were: 1. It was hot in our room. Not sure if the AC was not working or it just doesn't work well but my fiance and I had a hard time sleeping because of how hot it was. 2. This may have been our fault... but we did not realize we would be sharing the space with other airbnb people. This was not an issue at all because we enjoyed the company but it did surprise us when we go there that we would be sharing the living room, kitchen, and bathroom with other guests. Like I said this may have been explained on the posting but it caught us off guard.
David2015-07-21T00:00:00Zgreat host, very responsive to our needs. We enjoyed our interactions with Robb.
Bill2015-08-02T00:00:00ZOverall 5/5 The Pad Clean, convenient, comfortable and quiet, this is the perfect place for a one stop resting shop. It is close to downtown and Interstate 96. The Host Rob was easy to communicate with and very helpful in ensuring my guest and I were taken care of.
john2015-05-20T00:00:00ZIt was awesome!! Great and responsive host
Benjamin2016-06-01T00:00:00ZThe room was great. It was the perfect size for my friend and I. Bed was nice and really comfortable. Conveniently located as it's not too far from downtown. Only a cheap uber ride to most places downtown. Didn't see Robb at all as he stayed elsewhere during our stay. I did see one of his roommates often though. He was really nice and didn't get in our way so that was good. Definitely recommend Robb's place.
Patrick2016-05-18T00:00:00ZI enjoy staying at Robb's house everyday, for two weeks!
Jian2015-09-15T00:00:00ZReally last minute reservation on my behalf that ended in a great and fast serviced setup by Robb! Everything was easy with the room we stayed in and accessing key parts of the home! Very speedy communication as well!
Laura2015-07-13T00:00:00ZMy wife and I stayed with Robb while are house was being finished. Rather then spend a week in a hotel we thought we'd try some thing new. It was a great experience except the fact my wife had to go to Detroit for work for three days lol. Robb was a great host and his roommate was equally great I would advice anyone who is visiting GR to stay with them. Thanks again Robb. Justin and sara
Justin2016-04-05T00:00:00ZRoom Type
Private room
Property Type
Grand Rapids, MI 49505, United States
Great place in a great location! It was clean, comfortable and the cats are quirky cuteness . I could not have asked for a better first airbnb experience!
Jen2016-01-14T00:00:00ZMelissa was an amazing host and was very helpful in helping us plan our time in Grand Rapids. We would definitely stay here again!
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christine2016-08-15T00:00:00ZMelissa was very accommodating to our plans and very understanding as we moved our schedule around a couple of times. Communication was clear and replied in a timely manner!
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Jessica2016-10-07T00:00:00ZMelissa provided everything I needed to check in. It was easy from the start to finish. She followed up to make sure I had all the information. I did not see her very much because of my and her schedule but when we did get a chance to talk she was very interesting to listen to. She is quite worldly and certainly a good host. The room and the entire property was clean and met expectations. I would recommend staying here. Randy Ballinger
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My roommates and I had an awesome stay! It was extremely comfortable, had quick access to downtown Grand Rapids, and had great amenities. We experienced Grand Rapids like a local! Highly recommended!
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Robert2017-03-07T00:00:00ZMarc and Zolie were excellent hosts. Both of them are fantastic with quick communication and made life easy on us. We were in town for my fiancé's surgery that we had scheduled before moving away from Grand Rapids, so we needed a place that was peaceful and comfortable. Both things were definitely provided. They allowed us to bring our two dogs, which is a major benefit considering we likely would have paid the same amount of money on dog boarding had we spent on the while trip. Huge value! The house is cozy and was perfect for us.
Andrew2017-02-03T00:00:00ZIncredibly quick communication, Marc accommodated us above and beyond. Their place is spacious, clean and comfortable.
David2017-02-26T00:00:00ZMarc's house was clean, welcoming, super high tech (which was fun - remotes for everything!). He does own a dog, and there is evidence of it being a home a dog would live in (shedding, etc.) If you have allergies that may not work, but it didn't bother myself or my friends at all. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was great, prepping, cooking, and cleaning up were super easy! Great house to use when you just want to relax and get away for a bit. Location worked out great as well. Marc was quick to respond and help if we needed it.
Heidi2016-11-20T00:00:00ZMarc's house is in a quiet neighborhood in a perfect location. The house was spacious, tidy, and had some cool things to play with (Alexa in the kitchen as well as the pool table and awesome entertainment system in the basement).
Sky2017-02-11T00:00:00ZMarc was a great host! Although he wasn't there for the weekend we stayed at his home, the place was great. He was awesome with communicating with us from start to end of our booking and stay. He prepared his home to be SUPER clean, and everyone in our group had a place to sleep, and clean bedding to use. Definitely would book with him again!
Antonio2016-11-13T00:00:00ZGreat home. I will continue to rent it every time we come to visit family in the area.
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Had an amazing time! Kelsey's place served as a home base for our day in Grand Rapids. Easy parking and easy to find. The apartment itself is super clean and looks beautiful. And there's certainly not a shortage of pillows, they're everywhere. Thanks again Kelsey!
Taylor2017-01-22T00:00:00ZKelsey's condo is outstanding. The decor is excellent, and the views are breathtaking. All of the amenities are top-notch. Kelsey and Seth were very welcoming and committed to making sure everything was made available to us. Couldn't ask for better hosts. The condo is in a very central location, a short jaunt from downtown. We had no trouble finding it, or getting around once we arrived. 10/10!
Ben2017-02-06T00:00:00ZWe had a wonderful time and it was worth every penny. You guys were great and made our getaway weekend a very special experiance. Our space was modern and yet cozy and you guys put a lot of time and effort into making us feel welcome and relaxed. It was sweet of you guys to provide us with a little welcome package, gift certificate to a local restaurant and cozy bathrobes to use as we walked to the rooftop hottub. We will definately be coming back to GR and would stay with you guys and your beautiful cat again in a heartbeat! Thanks again.
Sarah2017-01-15T00:00:00ZKelsey and Seth were amazing hosts! Their home is so lovely! Everything was clean and organized so well. They had a guest basket for us with snacks that definitely came in handy. They also have information about the city, their home, events in GR, and even about the building they live it. We were pretty impressed with everything! Very kind people :)
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Gospel Flatpicking Guitar Made Easy
By William Bay
Guitar (flatpicking) - Beginning
Composed by William Bay. Saddle-stitched, Solos. Made Easy. Gospel-Old Time. Book/CD Set. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.20876BCD).
Item Number: MB.20876BCD
ISBN 9780786660537. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
A collection of Southern Gospel and Camp Meeting all time favorites scored in notation and tab in an easy to play flatpicking guitar style. A companion CD is included. On the CD each piece is played twice, once as a guitar solo with accompaniment and again as a back-up track so the guitarist may practice the piece and use in a worship setting; ideal for small group or church performance.
- 'Tis So Sweet
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- I Will Live for Him
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"I never saw him again, except as a swiftly-fading shadow."From his mother he received the following: 'A bird whispered to me that you did not sleep in yr own bed last night. Write to me all about it. I am not sure if Papa wld approve." Winston replied that his father only expressed disapproval about visiting London. Once again he expressed his career desire. "How I wish I were going into the 4th instead of those old Rifles. It would not cost a penny more and the regiment goes to India in 3 years which is just right for me. I hate the Infantry - in which physical weaknesses will render me nearly useless in service and the only thing I am showing an aptitude for athletically - riding - will be no good to me." The ambitious young man pointed out that "of all regiments in the army the Rifles is slowest for promotion." He knew that only when he did well at Sandhurst would it be the time to tackle his father on his career path.
"On the whole Great Fun!"Nevertheless, he continued, his world opened like Aladdin's Cave, 'From the beginning of 1895 down to the present time of writing I have never had time to turn around. I could count almost on my fingers the days when I have nothing to do. An endless moving picture in which one was an actor. On the whole Great Fun! But the years 1895 to 1900 which are the staple of this story exceed in vividness, variety and exertion anything I have known — except of course the opening months of the Great War."


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Dr. Sebastian von Hoerner, a radio astronomer and astrophysicist who was a pioneer in the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and an expert on the formation of stars, died on Jan. 7 in Esslingen, Germany, where he had retired. He was 83.
Dr. von Hoerner spent much of his professional life at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory in Green Bank, W. Va., where he was a scientist in astrophysics and engineering from 1962 to 1985. He lectured widely and often wrote for journals on subjects as diverse as radio antenna design and the possibility of interstellar travel (he was skeptical).
Dr. von Hoerner conducted research in stellar dynamics, interstellar communication and life in space. He worked on refining radio telescopes that listen to the sounds of space -- or, as one of his papers called it, ''universal music.''
Eventually, his interest turned to the quest for indications of intelligent life elsewhere in the universe. He was an advocate of the SETI project, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence.
He was a co-editor of a four-volume reference work in his native German intended to give people outside of astrophysics a better understanding of the field, much as Dr. Carl Sagan did for the American public.
Sebastian von Hoerner was born in Görlitz, Germany, and received a Ph.D. in physics at the University of Göttingen in 1951. In the 1950's he worked as an astrophysicist at the Max Planck Institute in Göttingen and, for a year, as a Fulbright scholar at the Mount Wilson and Palomar observatories in California.
After a stint at the Institute for Astronomical Research in Heidelberg, he continued his work in the United States in Green Bank.
Dr. von Hoerner's designs increased the power of radio telescopes to catch signals from space. His concept for a homologous antenna formed the core of a radio telescope at Effelsberg, near Bonn.
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text: During the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Pokemon Go developer Niantic CEO John Hanke said that some major updates of Pokemon Go will come this year, but he had not revealed the exact date: "The games that we're building are built for augmented reality. We're going to take advantage of the wearable that exist today while we wait and work with partners to bring to market A.R. glasses and other forms of advanced A.R. technology. With Pokemon GO we're only getting started with the game."


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I try to pinpoint words that when strung together, like beads in a necklace, express something with texture and richness; I hope for the occasional sparkle of a well placed gem. I frequently fail miserably. But on a good day, as with a candid photo, I unexpectedly capture a heartbeat, and it feels as if I've successfully seized fog with my hands.
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My Dad's Car
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I needed all those tissue from your dad's car to be able to finish reading this. I felt the same way when my mother finally decided she needed to give up Dad's truck even though I know how much she enjoyed tooling around in it for errands around town like he so often did. The next door neighbor kept asking her about it even before she decided to sell it. I kept telling her, no. (Primarily for selfish reasons, but also because it was old and you don't sell to people you know and have to see all the time should something bad happen.) In the end, that's who we sold it to, but only after they had moved 4 hours away so we wouldn't have the constant reminder in the driveway next door.
You will find the moment when you can clean out the car and then the time will come around when you can finally post that ad. will be thinking of you all the while.I'm sorry to hear about your dad's condition. You have so much memory with your parents in that car. I understand how hard it is for you to let go of it and sell it yourself. Just think of it this way: his car served him and served him well. I'm certain your dad could not be any more proud to have such a great car.
Stelle CourneyI guess we all have 'that car.' I remember the car our family owned for 12 years. Of all the cars we've owned, I would say that it is the most beloved car. Not because it was expensive or flashy or fast; as a matter of fact, it was a simple station wagon where everyone in the family could squeeze in. We had such fun memories with that old thing. Anyways, I hope your father is feeling better now!
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My days are passing by slowly. When I'm doing some work, I can focus on what I need to do, but I also can't be sitting at the computer for longer than a couple of hours at a time. It bugs my eyes and my back gets stiff. Although I have an office space in Toronto when I'm working my regular 9-5, I'm rarely there. I'm in the community visiting clients. I'm not suited for an office job. I've not had one since my early 20's and I couldn't stand it then. I'm definitely feeling a little claustrophobic at home right now. Getting out for even an hour a day is a huge treat for me. Other than my work projects, all I really have are books, puzzles and evenings with Julien. I don't have many friends in Hamilton. And everyone is busy anyway. With the five weeks I was off over the summer for vacation and the five I'll be off because of my ankle, I'll not have worked for 10 weeks before I go back. And that's if my next set of x-rays go well. This is the longest I've ever been away from work. And although some may think it's a treat to be off work for so long, I assure you, I'd much rather be working my regular job and seeing my clients.
I requested that I be allowed to work from home for 21 hours per week. During my phone conference with Human Resources, I had to have Union representation and I was advised not tell management anything about my condition and to prepare myself for being assigning work that wouldn't necessarily be part of my regular duties (which I was fine with if it could be done from home and kept me busy). I got a bit freaked out, and for nothing. The meeting went well, I pretty much requested what I wanted and it was approved. I couldn't figure out why everything had to be so hush hush. Then it dawned on me that some of these meetings are likely done with people who don't want to work, but are capable of doing something. I rarely call in sick and being off right now feels punitive to me. I'm crossing off the days on my calendar with x's like I'm in prison. Less than three weeks left!
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Reindeer Love by Sarah Summers is a Limited Edition production by the Artist. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity which affirms that this is an authentic Limited Edition production from Sarah Summers.
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Although the summer ended without a rate hike from the US Federal Reserve, interest rates will likely go up sometime later this year or in 2016, as the Fed moves from an accommodative policy to a more restrictive monetary policy. Rates have been at or near zero since late 2008.
By using Dun & Bradstreet's rich data on industries, it's possible to understand which companies by industry vertical have the strongest balance sheets and are best positioned to withstand the higher interest rates that loom ahead.
D&B has traditionally looked at all active and open US business establishments by geography, once in January and again in May. This time we also applied our three leading proprietary indicators of risk to 12 common US industry segments.
Key Industry Findings
Retail, telecommunications, and transportation: These industries have lagged their counterparts since 2010. But now they have closed the gap significantly with other top-tier, lower-risk industries. This is a signal that recovery is becoming more comprehensive and is gaining strength as all industries are now participating in the overall improvement in the economy.
Business services: This broad-based industry improved the most year-to-date against other industries. This is great news for the breadth of the overall economy as this sector contains the highest number of company records in Dun & Bradstreet's database.
Manufacturing: Despite a strong US dollar, businesses in the manufacturing vertical have used the fall in commodity prices and associated cheaper inputs to shore up their balance sheets and improve their payment performance year-to-date.
Natural resources: Businesses in the natural resources vertical have used years of strong cash flows to position themselves well since 2010. But a deep nosedive in global commodity prices has put pressure on this vertical, and it's the only industry where scores have fallen sharply since January 2015.
Dun & Bradstreet's three proprietary indicators include the Overall Business Health Index, which uses three components of Dun & Bradstreet's most predictive scores to provide a holistic view of company risk.
The Total Loss Predictor helps to gauge the likelihood a business will have a first payment default, the Delinquency score predicts the likelihood that an establishment will pay in a severely delinquent manner (91+ days past due), and the Viability ranking tracks whether a company will remain viable and in business, all with a 12-month time horizon.
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Adam Morehouse is a Macro Analytic Consultant on D&B's Global Data, Insight & Analytics team. He covers parts of the Asia Pacific region as a contributor to D&B Macro Market/Country Insight Products. He also contributes to D&B's monthly economic tracker, adding both commentary and analysis. Adam holds a BBA in finance from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, and an MBA in financial management from Pace University in New York City.


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Directed by | René Laloux |
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Based on | Oms en série by Stefan Wul |
Narrated by | Jean Valmont |
Music by | Alain Goraguer |
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Distributed by | Argos Films (French release) New World Pictures (US release) |
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Fantastic Planet (French: La Planète sauvage, Czech: Divoká planeta, lit. The Wild Planet) is a 1973 Franco-Czech allegorical science fiction film directed by René Laloux and written by Laloux and Roland Topor. Topor also completed the film's production design and it was animated at Jiří Trnka Studio.[2]
The film was an international co-production between companies from France and Czechoslovakia. The story, about humans living on a strange planet dominated by giant humanoid aliens who consider them animals, is based on the 1957 novel Oms en série by French writer Stefan Wul.
A working title while in development was Sur la planète Ygam (On the Planet Ygam),[3] which is where most of the story takes place; the actual title (The Fantastic/Savage Planet) is the name of Ygam's moon. The film won the special jury prize at the 1973 Cannes Film Festival.[4] It had a total of 809,945 admissions in France.[5]
In the distant future, the gargantuan blue humanoid Draags have brought human beings (who are called Oms as a play on the French word for "man", homme) from Earth to the planet Ygam, where they maintain a technologically and spiritually advanced society. The Draags consider Oms animals, and while they keep some as pets, others live in the wilderness and are periodically slaughtered by the Draags, who wish to control their population. Draags have much longer lifespans than Oms, but reproduce much less.
When an Om mother is teased to death by three Draag children, her orphaned infant is found by Master Sinh, a key Draag leader, and his daughter Tiva, who keeps the boy as a pet and names him Terr. Tiva loves Terr and is careful not to hurt him, but, in accordance with her parents' instructions, keeps him under control, giving him a collar with which she can pull him in any direction. She brings Terr to sessions in which she receives her education using headphones that transmit knowledge into her mind, and a defect in his collar allows him to receive the knowledge too. Around the time that Tiva grows into her teens and first performs Draag meditation, which allows the species to travel with their minds, she loses some interest in Terr, who has become a young man and acquired much Draag knowledge. He escapes into the wilderness, stealing Tiva's headphones.
There he runs into a wild female Om, who cuts off his collar and introduces him to her tribe, which lives in an abandoned Draag park full of strange creatures and landscapes. Terr shows them how to use the headphones to acquire Draag knowledge and literacy, winning the right to do so in a duel. The literacy they gain allows them to read a Draag announcement that the park will be purged of Oms, and, when the purge comes, some are slaughtered by Draag technology while others escape, joining forces with another tribe. They are attacked by two Draag passers-by and manage to kill one of them before escaping to an abandoned Draag rocket depot, much to the outrage of Draag leaders. They live there for years, joined by many other Oms, and, due to the knowledge acquired from Terr's headphones, manage to replicate Draag technology, including two rockets; they hope to leave Ygam for its moon, the Fantastic Planet, and live there safe from Draags. When a large-scale Draag purge hits the depot and many Oms are slaughtered, a group led by Terr uses the rockets to flee to the Fantastic Planet, where they discover large statues that Draags travel to during meditation and use to meet beings from other galaxies in a strange ritual that maintains their species. The Oms destroy some of the statues, threatening the Draags' existence; the genocide is halted on Ygam, and, facing a crisis, the Draags sue for peace. This leads to an era of peaceful coexistence between the two species, who now benefit from each other's way of thinking.
Voice cast[edit]
- Jean Valmont as adult Terr and the narrator
- Eric Baugin as Terr as a boy
- Jennifer Drake as Tiva
- Jean Topart as Master Sinh
- Gérard Hernandez as Master Taj
The music was composed by Alain Goraguer.[6]
Track listing[edit]
- Deshominisation (II)
- Deshominisation (I)
- Generique
- Le Bracelet
- Ten et Tiwa
- Maquillage de Tiwa
- Course de Ten
- Ten et Medor
- Ten et Tiwa Dormet
- Ten est Assome
- Abite
- Conseil des Draags
- Les Hommes – La Grande Co-existence
- La Femme
- Mira et Ten
- Morte de Draag
- L'Oiseau
- La Cite des Hommes Libres
- Bleed Or Burn Yourself
- Attaque des Robots
- La Longue Marche – Valse Des Statues
- Les Fusees
- Generique
- Strip Tease
- Meditation des Enfants
- La Vielle Meurt
- Soul To Take
Video releases[edit]
- Burnt-in English subtitles on Anchor Bay's USA DVD release spell the name of the blue-skinned species as "Draag"; the original novel the film is based on spells it as "Traag".
- In 2006, Eureka Entertainment released the film on DVD in the UK as #34 in their Masters of Cinema range. Unlike the Anchor Bay release, this uses an anamorphic widescreen transfer and newly translated subtitles that retain the "Draag" spelling. This version was released in Region 1 on October 23, 2007. In August 2010, Eureka released a restored high-definition transfer of the film on Blu-ray Disc, with special features including a collection of Laloux's short films and a 27-minute documentary called Laloux sauvage. Eureka, a London-based company, has produced the edition only as a Region B release.
- On October 23, 2007, Facets Video and Accent Cinema released a newly restored version on DVD, including many bonus features never available before. It is different from the Eureka version.
- In June 2016, The Criterion Collection released the film on Blu-ray disc and DVD.
- ^ "Fantastic Planet (A)". British Board of Film Classification. 29 May 1974. Retrieved 26 July 2016.
- ^ "La Planète Sauvage (Fantasic Planet) @ BCDB". BCDB. 2012-11-16.
- ^ Stephenson, Ralph (1967). "15. Filmographies". In Peter Cowie. Animation in the Cinema. International Film Guide. London: A. Zwemmer. p. 173.
- ^ "Festival de Cannes: Fantastic Planet". festival-cannes.com. Archived from the original on 22 August 2011. Retrieved 2009-04-19.
- ^ La Planète sauvage
- ^ La Planete Sauvage Soundtrack ]
External links[edit]
- La Planète sauvage at the Internet Movie Database
- La Planète Sauvage at The Big Cartoon DataBase
- La Planète sauvage at AllMovie
- Fantastic Planet at Rotten Tomatoes
- Links to further resources
- Link to Masters Of Cinema
- 1973 films
- French-language films
- 1970s science fiction films
- 1973 animated films
- Alien zoos in fiction
- Animated films based on novels
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- Fantastic art
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Located in Westshore, Tampa Airport Marriott is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Raymond James Stadium and Tampa Museum of Art. This 3.5-star hotel has 298 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. It's adjacent to the airport and also close to International Plaza and Bay Street and Rocky Point Golf Course.
Sit down for a leisurely bite to eat at the onsite restaurant, or enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Savor a meal from the comfort of your room with room service, or get a quick energy boost at the coffee shop/café. For your convenience, a buffet breakfast is available for a fee.
Tampa Airport Marriott's 298 air-conditioned rooms provide coffee makers, free weekday newspapers, and safes. Guests can expect WiFi, wired Internet, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other amenities include phones, ironing boards, and desks.
Property features
Guests of Tampa Airport Marriott have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi in public areas. Parking is USD 16.00 per day (USD 22.00 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include 18 meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
- Onsite dining
- Free airport shuttle
- Outdoor pool
- 24-hour fitness center
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Hotel Amenities
Hotel Amenities
For guests on the go, this Marriott offers an extra-convenient location inside Tampa International Airport. Just minutes from downtown, the hotel is near local attractions such as the Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens and the Westshore Business District. The Skyye Bar and Grille has views of the pool, and the outdoor pool offers a sundeck and airport views. There is also a patio that offers a smoking area (fines may apply for violations). WiFi (surcharge) is available in public areas.
Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and the International Plaza, an upscale shopping mall, are 2 miles (3 kilometers) from Tampa Airport Marriott. A free 24-hour airport shuttle is also available.
- Shopping on site
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Bar/lounge
- Free airport transportation
- Business center
- Conference space
- Express check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Coffee shop or café
- 24-hour fitness facilities
- Gift shops or newsstand
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Concierge services
- Hair salon
- Laundry facilities
- ATM/banking
- Meeting rooms 18
- Multilingual staff
- Number of floors - 8
- Total number of rooms - 298
- Porter/bellhop
- Luggage storage
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Conference space size (meters) - 1672
- Smoke-free property
- Outdoor pool
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Number of meeting rooms - 18
- Conference space size (feet) - 18000
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- Family Hotel
- Outdoor pool
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- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access ( USD 12.95 per day ), Wired internet access ( USD 12.95 per day )
Available in some public areas: Wireless internet access ( USD 12.95 per day )
Self parking (surcharge), Valet parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
Tampa Airport Marriott offers 298 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
In-room wired and wireless high-speed Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
- Premium TV channels
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- Free weekday newspaper
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- Free toiletries
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- Premium bedding
- Flat-panel TV
- In-room safe
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- Room service (limited hours)
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Rollaway/extra beds (free)
- WiFi (surcharge)
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Where to Eat
The Café - American favorites served in a casual setting. Breakfast and Lunch. Open for Dinner, 7 nights a week from 5 PM to 10 PM.
Starbucks - Coffee and light fare. Breakfast and lunch.
Skyye Bar and Grille - Overlooking outdoor pool. Cocktails, light fare.
You can order up room service during limited hours.
Nearby Things to Do
The hotel has a heated outdoor pool with airport views. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day.
The Rocky Point Golf Club is about seven miles away. The hotel is within 30 minutes of Gulf Coast beaches.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
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- In-room accessibility
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Check-in time starts at 3 PM
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Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Children and extra beds
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- Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Free rollaway/extra beds!
- Free cribs (infant beds)!
- Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Only service animals are allowed
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- Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 15.95 per person (approximately)
- Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for in-room high-speed Internet (wired): USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 12.95 per day (rates may vary)
- Self parking fee: USD 16.00 per day
- Valet parking fee: USD 22.00 per day
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This property offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).


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02-08-2009, 10:25 PM | #1 (permalink) |
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Vince Carter may be traded Tommorow.
Vince Carter did not play against the Orlando Magic tonight due to a "strained elbow". There is reason to believe that this was actually a coverup by the organization to sit him out because he is involved with a trade that will be announced tommorow. Rumor has it that it has to do with Phoenix in a blockbuster trade for Amare Stoudemire. Vince looked depressed all game and wasn't social with anyone. I heard this from several close sources of mine. I may be wrong but just want to put it out there.
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Cool, thanks.
He did the same thing when he wanted out of TO. He refused to interact with anyone. Although, Amare is playing tonight in Detroit. |
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For example, in training camp he refused to participate in practice and sat and rode the treadmill instead. |
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They were on a 4 game win streak and beat denver by 44. I think they would have rode out this win streak to see if it'd last.
Carter is definitely injured. not saying he won't be dealt but it's a real injury i think. |
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Yeah I could definitely see this happening. Picking up Vince as a desperate keep contending move makes sense for Phoenix with the rest of their team.
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Theyre not going to keep contending with VC instead of Amare, it just makes them more inbalanced.
Rod Thorn has done it again! ...If it actually happens. Amare/Lopez frontline is sick and the Harris/Amare pick and roll will be unstoppable because Harris can actually get to the rim unlike Nash. Nets just need to fill out their starting sg/sf positions in the offseason with some decent vets and theyre set. Their core would be amazing. |
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Only thing I'd be concerned about is Harris and Amare being two of the biggest star primadonnas at their positions. I don't know if that'll end well
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I am mistaken, Vince wasn't part of the rumor for Stoudemire. It was different other players on the nets in the deal, much younger players. Vince is still not safe though as 4 or 5 teams are interested in him such as the Spurs, Cavaliers, Bulls and (yes, i don't believe it either) Raptors.
Meanwhile, Kiki Vandeweghe made no offer for Amare, and Amare thinks it would be phenomenol if he played for the Pistons (another team that is rumored to get him). Now that would be scary. |
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i think with the way the nets have been playing s of late... werent they on a 6 game win streak without VC?
he's as good as gone. they are seeing that he's not needed, and can get better pieces to build around Harris and Lopez. yes Lopez, that kid is good. |
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Here at the Gates Foundation, we are always looking for new ways to tackle health and development challenges. The Water, Sanitation and Hygiene team is no exception.
Our goal is to enable universal access to safe sanitation by supporting the development of radically new sanitation technologies as well as markets for new sanitation products and services.
Today, forty percent of the world's population—2.5 billion people—practice open defecation or lack adequate sanitation facilities. An additional 2.1 billion urban residents use facilities that do not safely dispose of human waste.
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Reflection: Quizzes Natural Resources and Human Needs Assessment - Section 2: Assessment
I was very pleased with the assessment for this lesson. It was a bit lengthy, however I believe it was thorough and it addressed all the important topics that were discussed in the Natural Resources and Human Needs unit. The students seemed to be happy with the different options for this answer choice. They liked being given the opportunity to answer multiple choice questions and matching along with the written responses.
Natural Resources and Human Needs Assessment
Lesson 13 of 13
Big Idea: Students will recall information to complete a formative based on what they have learned about natural resources and how they can be used to meet human needs.
Students will complete a formative based on the information that has been taught this unit. In this unit, students were able to identify different natural resources and categorize them based on their use. The students also learned how people throughout the world use natural resources to satisfy their wants and needs. We spent a great deal of time identifying the costs and benefits of using our natural resources to help us as a people. The test consists of questions that allow different response types such as written and multiple choice. I designed the test this way to give the students an opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas in a variety of different ways. I also included the multiple choice questions to help the students with vocabulary used throughout the unit because some of the words were difficult for the students to spell, such as inexhaustible. The assessment is a little longer than the assessments that I typically give, however there was a lot of information given in this unit and I want to ensure that the students have a clear understanding of the information that was taught throughout the unit. I selected the main points from each lesson to include in the assessment to ensure that all the students have an understanding of the information that is being provided within the unit.
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- UNIT 7: Conservation of Matter
- UNIT 8: Production of Heat
- UNIT 9: Conductors and Insulators
- UNIT 10: Flow of Matter and Energy: Recycling & Decomposition
- LESSON 1: Growing and Surviving!
- LESSON 2: Animals, Habitats, and Basic Needs!
- LESSON 3: Invasive Species
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- LESSON 5: Food and Natural Resources
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Ummm, yeah. One more reason not to vote for Ted Cruz. And here's a campaign video that will help reinforce reasons not to vote for him.


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Diabetic hypoglycaemia
There are more than 2.3 million people with diabetes in the UK, and up to another 750,000 sufferers who don't know they have the condition. Cathy Moulton, care adviser for Diabetes UK, says that hypoglycaemia is what happens when the blood's sugar level drops too low. "If a diabetic becomes hypo, they might complain of tingling lips, feel anxious and start to perspire," she says. The easiest form of treatment is consuming rapid-acting glucose in the form of a non-diet drink, a glucose tablet or glucose gel that can be squeezed into the mouth. "If you encounter someone who you think is suffering from hypoglycaemia then it's a case of pointing it out to the person and giving them their hypo treatment. About 15 minutes later, to keep blood glucose levels up, the sufferer should consume a slower-acting carbohydrate such as a sandwich or some biscuits." If they're not treated, then diabetics can fall unconscious – in which case nothing should be given by mouth and an ambulance should be called immediately.
Heart attack
"Doubt kills" is the name of the latest campaign from the British Heart Foundation, the idea behind which is that every five minutes somebody in the UK dies from a heart attack – often because people are unsure what to do. June Davison, a BHF cardiac nurse, explains that the most important thing you can do is call 999 immediately if you suspect someone is suffering from a heart attack. "The quicker someone suffering from a heart attack gets treatment, the higher the chances are that they won't die," she says. "Then it's important to make sure that the casualty sits and rests while waiting for paramedics to arrive. Don't let them move about. A commonly held belief is that they should take an aspirin immediately, but anyone having a heart attack shouldn't wander around the house looking for aspirin. Instead, call an ambulance and make sure the casualty is comfortable, then locate some aspirin for them to take. Don't let them put any unnecessary strain on the heart."
"Butter, oil, grease – I've even heard about honey being used on burns – but all these things only help the burn to continuing burning," says James. "Burnt skin is very hot and that is what's causing the pain so you need to get rid of the heat. Place the burn under a cold tap for 10 minutes. If it's a chemical burn, then double the time under the tap because you're trying to get rid of the chemical and stop the burning." Generally, says James, if the burn is no bigger than the size of the palm of the person's hand, it won't need medical treatment. However, the elderly and very young are more susceptible to the after-effects of burns, so even if it's smaller than the palm, they may still need to go to hospital. "Once the burn has cooled down, cover the affected area with clingfilm. Put it over the burn but don't wrap it tightly. If you don't have any clingfilm, use a clean dressing from a first aid kit or a clean cloth. This will protect it from infection and stop it getting knocked. If burn blisters break, then the wound is open to infection."
"The most common misconception with choking is that everyone needs the Heimlich manoeuvre," says Clive James, senior training officer at St John Ambulance. "In most cases, if you can get the person who is choking to do a big cough, the obstruction will come out." If that doesn't work, he says, bend the casualty forward and slap them five times between the shoulder blades quite hard. "You need to bring the heel of your hand right down on the middle of their back. Then it's important to check the mouth." If you've cleared the blockage you'll know, because the first thing the person will do is take a big gasp of breath in.
But if the choking persists, "you need to do what we call the abdominal thrust – what's called the Heimlich manoeuvre in America," he says. "Stand behind the casualty, put both arms around them and put one clenched fist between the navel and the bottom of the breast bone. Then put the other hand over the top and grab your wrist, pull in and upwards sharply up to five times. If that still doesn't clear the blockage, then go back to doing the back slaps and alternate between five back slaps and five abdominal thrusts. If you've repeated that cycle three times to no effect then you should call an ambulance."
With children, the advice is very much the same, except that you have to remember to be more gentle and St John Ambulance advises that if you perform an abdominal thrust on anyone, adult or child, they should go to hospital for a check up.
Epileptic fit
According to Epilepsy Action 456,000 people – one in every 131 – in the UK have epilepsy. If someone is having a seizure, it is important to protect the person from injury by removing any harmful objects from nearby and cushioning their head. If the casualty is someone you don't know, look for an epilepsy identity card or identity jewellery. Once the seizure has finished, breathing can be aided by gently placing them in the recovery position. Don't restrain the person, don't try to bring them round, don't move them unless they are in danger of injuring themselves and don't give them anything to eat or drink until they are fully recovered. Epilepsy Action recommends calling 999 if "you know it is the person's first seizure, the seizure continues for more than five minutes or if one seizure follows another without the person regaining consciousness."
"If someone is knocked unconscious, you need to make sure the casualty is breathing and put them into the recovery position," says James. To do this, start with the victim lying on their back and with the legs straight out. Kneel on one side of the victim, facing the victim. Move the arm closest to you, so it is perpendicular to the body, with the elbow flexed. Move the farthest arm across the body so that the hand is resting across the torso. Bend the leg farthest from you so the knee is elevated. Reach inside the knee to pull the thigh toward you. Use the other arm to pull the shoulder that is farthest from you. Roll the body toward you and leave the upper leg in a flexed position to stabilise the body. "The most important thing is to protect their airway – if that blocks with vomit, saliva, blood or their tongue, they can die. After putting them in the recovery position, call 999."
"If someone's bleeding, your main priority is to stop the bleeding as quickly as possible," says James. "Direct pressure and elevation are what's needed, so put something over the wound and, if you don't have anything else – and you know the person concerned – put your hand over it, as long as you don't have cuts and abrasions on your hand. If you have gloves, so much the better." James advises that if it's an arm or a leg that's bleeding, you should put your hand over the wound, squeeze it tight and raise the limb.
"If it's a bad cut, people may well feel shocked, so they might feel dizzy – in that case, lay them down, with the legs lifted. The last thing you want is for them to fall over while you're trying to treat the bleeding. If someone is so dizzy they can't stand up, you should call an ambulance." If you have any doubts about whether someone should go to hospital, contact a doctor or NHS Direct.
Asthma attack
"The seriousness of an asthma attack can be underestimated, even by healthcare professionals," says Sally Rose, an asthma nurse for Asthma UK. According to the charity's statistics, about 90 per cent of deaths relating to asthma could be prevented through an improvement in emergency asthma care. "In the event of an attack, you should encourage the person to try to relax and stay calm. Then they should take their reliever inhaler, which is usually blue. This can be used every minute for five minutes during an attack. If symptoms don't improve after five minutes, call 999." The person should continue to take one puff from their reliever every minute until help arrives. Sit the person down, but don't let them lie down, and loosen any tight clothing. "If the attack has been caused by an allergic response to something, find out if the sufferer has an EpiPen (an auto-injector of adrenalin) and use it," she advises. And if the sufferer is unconscious, try to resuscitate them, then call an ambulance.
Breathing has stopped
Use CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). Attempt to wake the casualty. If they do not wake, check ABCs and call 999. If the casualty wakes, moans or moves, do not proceed with CPR.
1. Check ABCs:
Airway – look for chest movement, look for throat obstruction
Breathing – listen and feel for air flow through mouth or nose
Circulation – look for pulse in wrist and neck
2. If the casualty isn't breathing, open their airway. Tilt head back, use two fingers to lift chin. Begin rescue breaths. Pinch casualty's nose, make a seal over their mouth with yours, and give a breath big enough to make their chest rise. (For babies and small children, cover mouth and nose and give a gentle breath). Let chest fall. Repeat twice for adults, five times for babies and small children.
3. If there is no circulation, begin chest compressions. Place heel of hand in middle of casualty's chest. Place other hand on top of first and interlace fingers. (Use two fingers for babies and small children.) Compress chest to a third of its depth. Lift off and allow chest to recoil completely. Perform 30 compressions at the rate of 100 per minute.
4. Repeat rescue breaths and chest compressions alternately for two minutes.
5. Continue to check ABCs and perform CPR and rescue breaths until ambulance arrives.
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Calvary Baptist Church's Heart 2 Heart Women's Ministry serves the ladies of the church by providing Bible Study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Check your calendar and plan to be involved in each upcoming event.
Ladies' Luncheon – Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm. Sign up coming soon
Winter Women's Bible Study – The Winter session of the Women's Bible Study will be held every Tuesday, beginning on Tuesday, January 17, 2016. Both a morning session (10:00-11:30 am) and evening session (7:00-8:30 pm) will be offered. The ladies will be studying the book of Daniel, using Beth Moore's book as a study guide. Sign up at the Media Table.