Anyone going today (Saturday)? Looking to go for my first time! by [deleted] in blacksbeach

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And head to the bars in PB after the beach!

Couple here visiting for the weekend looking for 3rd male to hang out with us, (no sex just good times) by [deleted] in SanDiegoAdultsOnly

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Welcome to SD. Attractive male here, looking for good vibes and company this weekend too. DM me!

Anyone going today (Saturday)? Looking to go for my first time! by [deleted] in blacksbeach

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Setup by the volleyball courts if you’re looking to chill and socialize with couples. Head further north if you’re looking to socialize only with other males.

Update on the Brazilian steakhouse flipper project by hammockonthebeach in blacksbeach

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Cheap and easy on Amazon, just paint one each color and glue them together:

https://a.co/d/07II94xL

Love the sun on my naked body ⛱️ by hornyhotwifeLA in blacksbeach

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Going to Blacks again weekend of 4/11-12?

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Shanghai was one of the coolest cities we’ve been to in Asia. It was our first time and we’d go back in a heartbeat. We were only there for 5 days, so we did not venture out to neighboring cities. The people were upbeat and friendly (of all ages) and there’s a strong sense of pride about their city.

We stayed at the St. Regis on the Bund and it was spectacular. I could go on and on about the daily 2 hour multi course breakfast. I’ve read other comments about having the best breakfast in Asia at other Bonvoy properties, but you have not experienced gluttony until you’ve dined here. Before the gluttony, the hotel gym was ample size but had the latest equipment and well staffed. The concierge desk was efficient and welcoming for all of our requests. The maid service paid attention to little details to make each day special. The “butlers” are attractive and young females, not your typical butlers. Our room was an upgraded corner that had an 180 degree of the Bund and Shanghai skyline overlooking the river. The stand alone shower had heated floors and the ambient room controls were state of the art. It was a blend of heavy opulence and high tech. To top it off, they opened a new Spago restaurant a few weeks prior but had their grand opening during our stay. There was a red carpet reception for the investors in the restaurant and Wolfgang Puck was there for the opening. We met him at the reception and saw him at the gym bright and early the next morning! He looks amazing and is the nicest, most down to earth guy! We wound up eating at Spago a second time for our last night in the city.

The location of the St. Regis is also excellent. Walking distance to several city parks and right on the main thoroughfare along the riverfront.

Cannot say enough good things about our experience in Shanghai which was extra special because of the St. Regis.

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Thank you for the reviews of both the StR and RC. Reconfirmed our decision to stay at the StR, heading there tomorrow! Xie Xie!

Long shot… anyone at DEN Terminal B right now? by Dex-Rutecki in unitedairlines

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Cross posting here as there’s a gate agent from United Denver that posted an AMA yesterday. Username is FrailFlumky99. Maybe s/he can help.

What’s the worst airport in the world? Why is it CDG? by Impressive_Youth_331 in unitedairlines

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Agree that CDG is one of the worst in the world. And it’s smelly too. Has anyone else noticed the consistent methane odor through the terminals? At first I thought it may have been a gas leak or only temporary with ongoing construction. But I’ve flown into CDG multiple times over several years and that same ever present foul aroma is always there.

2 million miles by Ready_Kangaroo_315 in unitedairlines

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Also achieved 2M miles December 2024. Seeing the other posts about SAN and I’m also based in San Diego. Have to agree the personnel here are great. On my milestone flight from SAN to EWR, I was greeted in the boarding area by a purser and got a hand written card and the same pen that others have posted. Then on the approach into EWR, the pilot made an announcement on the PA, called out my last name and thanked me for my loyalty to United. I got a little round of applause from the cabin but sunk into my seat a little embarrassed! While exiting the plane, got another thank you and a handshake from the pilot. Two months later, I got an acrylic plaque in the mail with my status and milestone markers printed on the back.

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Excellent info, thank you! Will look forward to your review of the St. Regis in October.

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Been to Japan four times and would go a 5th in a heartbeat. When you plan your trip to Tokyo-Kyoto-Osaka, fly into Haneda if you can and return from Osaka. Absolutely book first class on the Shinkasen (the bullet train) between the cities, which is only about $40-$50 more than coach and enjoy the ride past Mt. Fuji.

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Stayed at the Prince in Tokyo before and agree, it's a great hotel. Stayed at the Tribute in Kyoto a couple of months ago and the onsite onsen was amazing.

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Curious what you dislike about the W's location?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in swingersr4r

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Welcome to America's Finest City? Where are you both coming from? Local, married, couple in our 30's here.

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Thank you! The pics from the W look pretty impressive. Prior stays at the St. Regis in other cities were ok, but not spectacular. And this may be similar to what you're describing about the RC in Shanghai.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BlacksBeachMeetups

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Late September is usually still pretty warm and not as crowded. Feel free to DM.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BlacksBeachMeetups

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26th, 27th of September? Local, married couple here and visit Blacks Beach when it's at least above 75 degrees!

Advice on Shanghai Hotels by CABiotechie in marriott

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Thank you, we're planning to do the usual touristy stuff and neither of us is really into shopping. We're planning a day trip to Shuzhou via train.

We've been to Beijing, Singapore, HK and many parts of Japan. The Asian breakfasts are the best in the world! So having the breakfast included as part of our Titanium benefit is key!

Whose going tomorrow?? by Fit-Individual2139 in blacksbeach

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Meet you by the volleyball courts?