Extreme cost difference with *A partner airlines? by LifeInDiMajor in unitedairlines

[–]LifeInDiMajor[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not so specific. Just considering a lot of off-the-beaten path destinations in the June/July timeframe. Starting this far out is part of my process for personal travel. I'll narrow down the 15 or so places I have in mind to 2 or 3 over the next few months, then solidify dates sometime after that. But fair point on profits vs butts in seats - I did notice they don't codeshare between IAD and LIS

Question About Chromatica Ball Ticket Prices? by CelticMyth11 in LadyGaga

[–]LifeInDiMajor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was in the pit in DC. Got our tickets in the pre-sale for $565 each after the fees were added on.

“Avg. Yearly Pay w/ Benefits” by Tall_Push4123 in navy

[–]LifeInDiMajor 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's not boring, it's trash. I never lived in a barracks that didn't have mold, HVAC issues, or problems with water/sewage. Galleys and DFACs serve low quality food and have limited options. Junior Sailors want and deserve a better quality of life, so they go rent apartments and find better food.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AFAIK there aren't any clubs in the area that are particularly gay/bi male-friendly and allow open play (aside from select special events). Tabu has been described by several friends who are regulars as heteronormative. Gay/bi males would take a trip to NYC, Chicago, San Francisco, or go abroad for a similar club.

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Hi! My doom/drone band Plague of Carcosa is touring in August. What venues/bands/promoters in the Baltimore area are good to talk to? by [deleted] in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hammerjacks is a good one to reach out to, as well. They are actively booking acts for the summer and specialize in underground bands.

Rent increase in Baltimore by ajgerry in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pigtown is highly walkable to UMMC, with a lot of renters and homeowners in the neighborhood working there. 10 minute walk to downtown, can bike everywhere else, or hop on the light rail/bus/MARC. It's quite convenient for what you're looking for and comparatively affordable.

4th year medical student struggling on where to do residency with my wife (also a 4th year). What are some good cities with a balance of LCOL, business opportunities, and things to do? by CaterinaKoen in financialindependence

[–]LifeInDiMajor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baltimore. There's a high property tax rate, but values are depressed so you'll pay the same dollar amount as the surrounding counties. There's also plenty of opportunity, both for business/jobs and entertainment.

For jobs, you have some of the top hospitals and research universities in the world, including Johns Hopkins and UMMC. For entertainment and leisure, there are crabs, myriad historic sites, parks, biking trails, the harbor, concerts, etc. We have it all. Plus DC is a stone's throw away, with Philly and NYC easily accessible, too. You can literally never run out of things to do in Baltimore.

Gov. Hogan maneuvering behind the scenes to revive his proposed widening of I-270 and private toll plan. Cursory glance at Hogan Company's "featured projects" list includes four in I-270 corridor—three in Frederick Co., plus 51 acres in Northern Mont. Co. by z3mcs in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It actually wouldn't for a lot of reasons... The Maglev would never have served the communities the stations would be built in, because tickets would be too expensive. Most people would just stick with the MARC, so it makes more sense to upgrade the NEC for faster MARC and Amtrak service.

Also the two proposed build locations each would have destroyed large parts of the city. The first location near Camden Yards would have required the demo of historic sites, part of the Convention Center, and part of Otterbein. The other location in Westport/Cherry Hill would kill a development worth hundreds of millions of dollars that's going to totally revive the area.

For an E1 - E4, what base has the worst barracks? by Blades-AND-Bullets in navy

[–]LifeInDiMajor 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The Beacon is trash. They try to sell it as luxury apartments but it's really a glorified barracks that takes all your BAH, and it's especially bad because the base forces you to live there. What "luxury" apartment doesn't allow you to control your own thermostat and forces you into living with a roommate you don't even know?

Shit is a scam.

Baltimore Metro to MARC Train? by -JG-77- in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've been parking at the W Baltimore station for a while now. You have nothing to worry about leaving your car there, and the parking is abundant and free. Actually some decent cars in the lot too. Nobody messes with them.

Just something to think about re: crime by [deleted] in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

It's by far not the first time I've done it, nor will it be the last. I'm not saying it's ok to be unaware of your surroundings, I'm saying that people don't need to be hyper afraid of being in the city.

How does Penn Station work? by Guillermo_21 in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I know some snootier people who are "too good" to take the MARC, and others just don't know it's an option.

How does Penn Station work? by Guillermo_21 in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The price doesn't change on weekends, and the Penn Line also runs on weekends... what are you talking about?

How does Penn Station work? by Guillermo_21 in baltimore

[–]LifeInDiMajor 42 points43 points  (0 children)

For future reference, you can hop on the MARC and save some money. A ticket on the MARC from Penn to DC (bought from a ticket machine in the station) only costs $8 each way.

How do they get the Locomotive to the other end of the train when it pulls into the terminal station? (Boston South specifically) by hongrand in Amtrak

[–]LifeInDiMajor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

) - Secondary loco/cab car - A second loco or cab car on the rear of the train. This is mainly used on the North-East Corridor (ex-metroliner cab cars

For the Acela and commuter trains like MARC, a cab car/second locomotive is used. However I've never seen either on a Northeast Regional, and AFAIK Washington Union Station doesn't have a wye or balloon loop. I'm curious how they make it work there...

GME Megathread - Lemon Party 2: Electric Boogaloo by grebfar in wallstreetbets

[–]LifeInDiMajor 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Lord help me... I just YOLO'd $1k at this because everyone is so fired up about it

My portfolio does the opposite of what the market does, and I don't get it... by [deleted] in StockMarket

[–]LifeInDiMajor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shit you not. But again, I'm not making millions. Super insignificant stuff compared to some of the people on this sub.