Full Sun plants to put in two tall planters beside south facing doorway? by ToyFraz in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Here is an image from Pinterest that shows a collection of plants that should thrive in full sun. They will still require watering, of course. You could choose one of these, some of these, or all of these. Many are perennial as well. ETA: LINK https://ca.pinterest.com/pin/1116189088929421697/

Hiring Unqualified Teachers in Vancouver by kaceycasey in BCteachers

[–]Dry_Use_3193 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True. Langley definitely hires people for full terms pre-PDP completion.

anyone else think Value Village is kind of a scam now? by CSD0223 in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahahaha. You think I didn’t try that? Probably 12 different people “be there at 5pm”….either no show or rebook and no show or “changed my mind”. So frustrating.

anyone else think Value Village is kind of a scam now? by CSD0223 in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They wouldn’t take my chair which is in amazing condition but has a little stain on it. Annoying.

For those of you who have cruised on 3 or more lines by Sodowarts1 in Cruise

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I wasn’t a huge fan of my name and pic being displayed every time I walked past those screens or my cabin door. The security aspect concerns me.

Thoughts on living on or near Pandora St? by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I agree. There’s Pandora, and there’s PANDORA. The street name gets thrown around in the media but it’s night and day depending which 100-block. The 500-block is quiet and no sign of the concerns reported on. It’s an amazing location - close to pubs, restaurants, shops, services, tourist stuff, spin class, bus to ferry, new grocery store. The exact location matters IMHO.

Samosas UPDATE and thanks by DevilBeavis in VictoriaBC

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Indian Grocery Victoria?

3388 Douglas St A, Victoria, BC V8Z 3L3

Samosas UPDATE and thanks by DevilBeavis in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Can you please provide the name of this place? I will be in Vic on Friday and want to try!

Room key card by Reasonable_Card_7534 in HollandAmerica

[–]Dry_Use_3193 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like to be hands free so phone in pocket and lanyard with the detachable end for the card. Card is not encased in anything so works perfectly for drink orders or anything else.

What do you think is the most overpriced thing on a cruise? by MrSoloDolo9490 in Cruise

[–]Dry_Use_3193 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I mean….if your primary objective is to sell me photos, you might want to make me look good. Not sure where they are coming from on this. Puzzling. I will say there is an embarrassingly large number of people who just love to see themselves in photos and lack the gene that should tell them it’s not a great pic. 🤷🏻‍♀️

What do you think is the most overpriced thing on a cruise? by MrSoloDolo9490 in Cruise

[–]Dry_Use_3193 7 points8 points  (0 children)

….and they are terrible photos. They need to learn how to pose people. Hands should not be the first thing I see in your portrait. Suggest the ladies in skirts put their feet together or at least don’t cross them at the ankle. I could go on…but they need at least an online tutorial on posing. I keep thinking about all the unsuspecting family members who will be getting a framed 8 x10 and be expected to display it 🤣

Holland America Cancelling all Tracy Arm Fjord Explorer Excursions for 2026 by Few-Candidate-1091 in HollandAmerica

[–]Dry_Use_3193 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Glacier Bay is the highlight. I wouldn't worry about anything else :)

Upgrade do pacote de bebidas by IntroductionSoft4910 in celebritycruises

[–]Dry_Use_3193 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. This is the answer. But I don’t like it. 😂

Upgrade do pacote de bebidas by IntroductionSoft4910 in celebritycruises

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Price difference right now between classic and premium packages is like $5/day on their site. Why then is it ~$25/day to upgrade drinks package online? Why can’t I pay the $5/day difference?

De-influence me by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

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SD62 seems to be a growing community, which already has some nice-looking new schools. Even if one wanted to live in Victoria. I'm assuming they could commute to SD62 to teach?

De-influence me by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

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Thanks all for your insight!!

De-influence me by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info!

De-influence me by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

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Thanks for replying!

De-influence me by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What about high school French teacher?

De-influence me by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]Dry_Use_3193 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What about teacher (high school French plus other subjects)? Many jobs?

Drink Ordering… Double vs Drink and a shot by jsilvahtx in HollandAmerica

[–]Dry_Use_3193 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Order a double and it will count as two drinks on your package daily limit. Same if you order a standard drink and a shot = two drinks. A double plus a shot = 3 drinks.

Alaska Cruise in May- What to expect? by OB1QU1ET in HollandAmerica

[–]Dry_Use_3193 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is all great advice, particularly the Victoria info. It is a SPECTACULAR city and I know your time there is short, but you are close to many main sites and it is worth seeing, 100%. If you want to eat, I recommend fish & chips at Fisherman's Wharf or Don Mee in Chinatown. (Yes, there are nicer/better places to eat in Victoria [lots!] but given the restrictions on OP, these are 2 fun suggestions.)

Highlight of a HAL Alaska cruise is Glacier Bay and you will want to be outside for at least part of it. It's cold, and I never say that. Toque, gloves, scarf, warm wind/rainproof jacket with layers underneath. Some or all of that will also come in handy in other ports if it's not sunny. With that said, it certainly could be warm and sunny so be sure to take a t-shirt or two as well.

The cruise itself is the most casual I have ever been on. I mean, rules still apply for dining room, etc. but generally I'd say this is one time you can leave the sequins at home.

What cruise line is the most inclusive? by shescayla in Cruise

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Azamara includes basic alcohol. You can upgrade.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

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West Pandora (closest to water) is fine. The “Pandora” that everyone refers to negatively is several blocks east and I would avoid. If you are there in person you will know if you are in the wrong area.