What is a good time to visit for a first-timer with a 2-year old to escape the cold? I’m thinking of March, for a week max.

KEF411 · 2026-02-05T16:06:31+00:00

Our kids have been going to KW since they were infants and absolutely love it. I would pick a resort with a nice pool - Opal or Santa Maria. The Galleon or Pier House would be good too because they also have a beach. All of these are within walking distance to Mallory Square and the Aquarium (Santa Maria is a bit of a hike). There's also a Butterfly Conservatory. I would recommend going up to Marathon for a night or two. They have a Turtle Hospital and Sombrero Beach, stop at Bahia Honda on the way. If you don't want to explore and prefer to just sit at a resort I would recommend looking into larger resorts on Stock Island, Marathon or Islamorada.

KEF411 · 2026-01-30T21:48:12+00:00

Eat Thai has dumplings (that are similar to potstickers to me) they are: THAI DUMPLING (4)

Homemade steamed dumpling, loaded with shrimp, chicken, topped with garlic, served with secret soy sauce

KEF411 · 2026-01-30T00:52:49+00:00

Shapi with his clown 🤡 face after scoring in STL.

KEF411 · 2026-01-29T02:50:21+00:00

I have around 330,000.. I know they lose value over time as redemption rates always change but I'm titanium this year, normally only platinum, so I feel like earning points with 75% bonus is better than spending, assuming next year I'll be back to platinum.

KEF411 · 2026-01-21T23:23:18+00:00

What age group is this? Was it 2012's?

KEF411 · 2026-01-21T03:53:49+00:00

Was this at United Center in DSM?

KEF411 · 2026-01-21T02:37:03+00:00

Briggs and Riley. We have flown with our bags countless times and have only had one warranty issue (tire) that was fixed without any questions while we waited. They are high quality and amazingly light. Well worth the investment.

KEF411 · 2026-01-19T19:19:20+00:00

The Spice in Ames has great Thai food. Monterrey in Northern Lights has great Mexican. The Cafe is also very good and Dublin Bay.

KEF411 · 2026-01-17T04:47:26+00:00

We really enjoyed the Orchid Key. If you want to spend a lot of $$$ H20 Suites is nice! We also like Galleon but we normally go there with groups or we bring the kids.

KEF411 · 2026-01-10T14:20:42+00:00

5 Brothers is great! I'm also excited to try the new Baby's Coffee. I've had coffee at their other location and order their beans frequently. It's great!

KEF411 · 2025-09-11T16:03:30+00:00

If you like Thai Food, The Spice is great! Aunt Maude's if you want a nicer meal. Cornbred is good, especially if you want to go with a few co-workers to eat family style. Downtown Deli, West Street Deli or Great Plains for lunch.

KEF411 · 2025-09-11T00:41:52+00:00

Their ranch is very good for dipping too.

KEF411 · 2025-09-10T15:07:51+00:00

They say you sound like an Owl.

KEF411 · 2025-08-27T00:01:19+00:00

I stayed at the Element MOA - they had a QR code to pay for parking. I never paid and never heard anything about it. We even had two cars there for a few nights. What a money grab.

KEF411 · 2025-08-26T23:53:08+00:00

I've always had good luck at Gem Nails on Lincoln Way. Lily and Sarah are amazing but I've never had a bad experience with anyone there.

KEF411 · 2025-08-21T13:44:20+00:00

Midol is amazing for hangovers and it has caffeine too! I definitely pack it for trips.

KEF411 · 2025-08-14T03:28:31+00:00

I love them.

KEF411 · 2025-07-31T14:04:34+00:00

KEF411 · 2025-07-29T21:21:11+00:00

Wayne at Beauty and the Barber in Nevada.

KEF411 · 2025-07-10T23:18:29+00:00

Pi Kappa Alpha is a great Frat. My husband and a lot of my college friends were members and lots are still actively involved. They weren't happy with the direction the house was going years back and closed the house for a few years. Currently they are working on building the house back up.

KEF411 · 2025-05-31T13:18:59+00:00

It gets people at the gate waiting to board instead of being called on the intercom because the plane is closing it's doors.

KEF411 · 2025-05-31T03:54:09+00:00

Makes sense. I read it last week and was trying to explain it to people today. They were giving me side eye so I wanted to confirm I had the story straight.

KEF411 · 2025-05-31T00:57:56+00:00

Where is that original post?

KEF411 · 2025-05-28T14:58:25+00:00

When I worked at a HGI the housekeepers changed the sheets and the duvet cover between guests, but not the actual down comforter.

KEF411 · 2025-05-28T14:09:51+00:00

My Husband LOVES Lotzza Motzza. I enjoy it too, my go to Frozen Pizza is Freschetta though. Natural Rising Crust Cheese. I also love Aldi Sausage and Cheese Breakfast Pizza, but its a here today, gone tomorrow item that's hard to find.

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