I do love downtown and if I am going to stay out late and/or partake in a club, then yeah, it’s best to stay downtown or somewhere reasonably accessible by taxi. Fountain Square is packed this time of year with the holiday lights and ice rink set up. The bars and restaurants are all having their own party, especially when the Bengals are giving it another go at the championship. I do love Downtown, however, there are more choices that you may not have thought of.
Cincinnati: Downtown’s Cool But Just North Is Awesome! Hotel Review
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Jan•
09•12
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: SLC Wifi
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
27•11
I have tweeted many times just how ridiculous the internet is in the Salt Lake City airport. One seat, usually by the window in certain areas of certain concourses, such as gate C5 and D8. so, I wrote to the airport to ask what is going on with it and here’s the response that I received:
Thank you for your email. I’m sorry about the frustration you have encountered with the Wi-Fi. We are currently upgrading the equipment and installing additional access points to improve the service. We are also working on locating interference networks throughout the airport.
Access points are placed as follows: E Concourse-one in each seating area; D Concourse-one at the upper end of the concourse and one near the far end of the concourse; C Concourse-one at the upper end, one right in the middle, and one at the far end of the concourse; B Concourse-one in the middle of the upper B and one near the end of lower B; A Concourse-one right in the middle of the concourse; one in each connector; and one in each baggage claim area.
We hope to have the new equipment in place very soon and hope to see a considerable improvement to the network.
Thank you for your interest in Salt Lake City International Airport.
If you are having trouble with the internet, keep this in mind.
The Sugar Cookie Upgraded and Grown Up
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
27•11
I’m pretty sure that the sugar cookie is loved by just about everyone and one doesn’t outgrow them, just like Cheerios. They can be kind of plain though and so when the Holidays come around, there are ways to dress up the classic goodness with special charms of the season.
One of the versions that I tried this past Christmas, was the filled sandwich version. After the cookies are baked, you can fill them with pretty much anything that you personally find appetizing. For one batch, I decided to use homemade apricot preserves. First, a great way to keep the filling in the cookie, a line of royal icing drawn on one of the cookies will help to keep the filling neatly inside.
Don’t be afraid to experiment and have fun with different designs and flavors. The traditional sugar cookie is like a bland canvas waiting for your creativity, or at least the ability to copy someone else and can be adapted for every holiday and occasion.
The Airbus 320 Lacks Legroom
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
27•11
I remember the days when I actually worked flights to Las Vegas from Cincinnati, OH. At just over 3 hours and possibly closer to 4, it was a bit of a stretch on that Regional Jet with narrow seats and only 1 bathroom for 50 passengers. The only good thing, for the passengers at least, was the fact that everyone was sleeping. Since I was the only flight attendant and the cabin was dark, I was always a little paranoid about falling asleep.
Jump forward to today, when I find myself sitting in the first class cabin of an Airbus A320 aircraft. Personally, unless you plan on drinking a lot, I would rather have three seats to myself in the coach cabin where I could lay down. The seats are a lot wider and nice soft leather with plenty of room for two beverages and my bag in the center section between the two seats allowing me to have my bag and legroom too.
That wide center counsil is not very comfortable for laying down though, despite my attempts. With my head laid against the wall, I wake up half way through the flight in need to go to the airplane “ladies room”. I notice right away that the legroom that I had when I first sat down is now suddenly gone. So much so that I have to practically squeeze my way out and try not to grab the seats in front of me with sleeping passengers.
I decide to go ahead and pull out my computer to write about something completely different only to discover that I cannot even pull out my tray table! Really? You can always pull out your tray table (or put it down) in any seat on the CRJ200! So, here I sit turned slightly to the side with an aching back and my laptop sitting on that arm rest that I mentioned. Good thing that there’s no drink there or passenger next to me.
Are we there yet?
Just for you World!
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
25•11
It’s been a crazy year and I haven’t traveled or written as much as I would like to but there’s always those New Year’s resolutions, right? Thanks for all of the great comments and conversation.
Merry Christmas to all with a great new year and more fabulous discussions!
Christina
My Holiday Wish For You
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
22•11
I wish all of you the best year possible, filled with friends, family and most importantly knowing that the Lord is with you through the pain and the joy.
Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year
Lights of Manhattan Dulled By LGA
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
20•11
I walked through Times Square in awe as the bright lights shined casting a glimmer of hope to everyone walking through. The people just seemed happier and more alive. Offers to take your picture, a friendly smile, the hello from a stranger. There’s Elmo standing on the corner and squeals from a young child knowing that he would soon see Spiderman on stage. Lines waiting for tickets to a show and windows filled with beautiful clothing and shoes painted gold fashioned into a Christmas wreath. Glitter and sequins everywhere.
I have always loved the electricity of Manhattan since the first time I laid eyes on her. It makes me think of the saying in “Pretty Woman”, “What’s your dream?”, because anything feels possible.
Then, it’s time to leave and the dreams are crushed single handedly by the first few employees that I encounter at the La Guardia airport. I have to wonder, “Why?” I know that people, especially around the holidays can be less than easy to deal with. It’s their first time going through security since the attacks and they have no idea how to follow the procedures. I get it. I see the bins filled with water bottles and face lotion, peanut butter and jars of treats that was planned to be someones Christmas gift. This however, is not new for this airport in particular and hopefully other passengers visiting New York City know that it’s no reflection on the residents.
I am ignored by security and left in the penalty box waited my turn to be checked as the metal in my knee sets off the alarms at least a couple times a week. Then, while standing in line for coffee, I have to get the woman’s attention and ask if she would like to take the orders of the five of us waiting. At least I know that it’s not just me. And again I ask, “Why?” At least the gate agent is as sweet as can possibly be at 0600.
For such a lovely city filled with brilliant lights and people, how could an airport so close to the action be so cold and distant?
Holiday Travel Made Healthier
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
19•11
Hello World and welcome to the Holiday Season and airline travel!
Are you sick?
Would you like to stay healthy on the way to visit family and friends?
There are some ways that you can still visit your family and only get them sick or show up without being sick and still travel by plane (or bus, ship, or whatever).
I am a flight attendant and can tell you, if you didn’t already know, that the air in the cabin is recirculated air. This is one reason why polishing your nails is not allowed and overly strong food is frowned upon. What this also means is that if you are sick or if anyone else on the aircraft is sick, you WILL be breathing those germs! Also, the closer that you are to the affected person, the greater your chances of getting sick. Dr. Donald Poretz (infectious disease physician) says that 2-3 rows around you is the worst.
So, what can you do to protect yourself?
How Savory Is the Cravory?
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
13•11
The Cravory, a bakery located in San Diego, CA, serving up cookies that are appropriately titled,’From Sweet to Savory’, caught my eye this morning while connecting at New York City’s LGA airport. As you stand in line to pay for your food, treats galore tempt you from both directions. Not usually drawn in by such ploys, I noticed a cookie named “Pancakes & Bacon”. Next to it, Lemon Cherry Basil! Really?
Let’s start with the Pancakes & Bacon…
Merry Christmas from GOGO Inflight WiFi
Written By: NearlyBionic
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Dec•
02•11
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Now through the New Year, passengers traveling onboard a Gogo-equipped aircraft will have 30 minutes of free access to the Gogo Fly & Buy Holiday Store. In the store, passengers will find special discounts and in-air only exclusives at more than a dozen top online retailers including Macy’s, BestBuy.com, and Barnes & Noble.
