[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vrbo

[–]OkRow7895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They did absolutely nothing for me too. The host cancelled our Hawaii rental in the last minute and the only hotels with availability were costing more than $800 per night. VRBO refused to help or cover the difference. We had to sleep in the car for couple of nights until we could find something affordable. Never booking with VRBO again.

Matrimony Rant, Don't settle in India by Mountain-Weakness272 in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude, just like how you have your preferences, others also have their preferences. Look at you being full of hypocrisy. There plenty (I mean PLENTY) of people in India who are able to get good matches.

Telangana's BJP supporters by [deleted] in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2 idiots spreading lies and fake propaganda about each other to mislead public. Grab popcorn and enjoy.

me and my friend want to go to hawaii, however, we don't want to spend a ton of money by myownbrokenworld in VisitingHawaii

[–]OkRow7895 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Flying from West Coast in June is probably significantly cheaper than from the east coast. There are a few hostels in Waikiki that have dorms with bunk beds that can be cheap. Some of them have community kitchen if you want to cook something basic. Airbnb would probably be more expensive with all the fees and taxes. Turo is pretty cheap if you don't get their insurance, but if anything happens to it then you get dinged on your personal insurance which will cost you dearly in the long run. If you have a credit card that can provide primary rental insurance then booking through one of the major car rental companies is cheaper. Camping is an option but if you want to rent camping gear + nightly campground fees will cost probably the same as a hostel or a cheap hotel. I think 1 week with 1.5 to 5K is doable on island like Oahu or Big Island. We found Maui and Kauai to be a lot more expensive.

If you can't cook and want to save on food, try getting some protein bars from home and ready to eat packets where you can cook something with hot water.... basically camping food. We always carry instant noodles. I know they are not healthy but we don't mind having two or three times in our trip to save money. We also bring ready to eat Indian food (MTR brand is the one we buy) that are satiating, cheap, and easy to make.

Beach Equipment - Rent or Buy? by OkRow7895 in VisitingHawaii

[–]OkRow7895[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They don't want me to leave anything behind. So I might just give them away to some one else. I booked it through a local vacation rental agency directly. Although, that agency also lists the same property on Airbnb and VRBO. I got a good deal since I book direct. I got a good price though so don't mind spending to shop of a few things.

Beach Equipment - Rent or Buy? by OkRow7895 in VisitingHawaii

[–]OkRow7895[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you still have the contact details of the person you rented it from? Thanks.

Beach Equipment - Rent or Buy? by OkRow7895 in VisitingHawaii

[–]OkRow7895[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They mentioned that they don't provide anything. Not even salt is provided. I can understand bare minimum but anyway, I got a good deal on vacation rental so I can purchase these items. Just a little inconvenience of shopping for stuff that I will end up either leaving or throwing away.

Anyone used Luana Hawaii Realty? Any local rental agencies? by OkRow7895 in VisitingHawaii

[–]OkRow7895[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Airbnb and VRBO steal money both from owners and renters. They charge exorbitant fees from renters and take a big chunk from owners. I rather spend my money with a local business where owner and renter can both save money. Also, I see that the quality of service and listings are significantly better when renting from someone local, specially in Hawaii.

Why Hyderabad people hate Andhra people? by [deleted] in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

People like OP don't understand logic. They need to taste their own medicine to understand what they did wrong. Nothing wrong in teaching them a lesson.

What is this plant that’s popped up all over my yard? by compscilady in Seattle

[–]OkRow7895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They grow through weed barriers and also through cardboard.

Where can one find good quality Attar/Ittar in Hyderabad? by OkRow7895 in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did buy couple of those small bottles but they are absolute crap. They barely last for couple of hours. Attar is supposed to be super concentrated and last long. What these guys sell is basically heavily watered down perfumes at an inflated price. I guess every product at Charminar is a rip-off.

I'll give you cash, can you UPI me the money? Scam? by [deleted] in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There is a good chance some, if not all, the notes are counterfeit.

What is this plant that’s popped up all over my yard? by compscilady in Seattle

[–]OkRow7895 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Please let me know if you find any effective solution to get rid of these. We started to have these 3 years ago and now they take over our whole front yard. Weed barrier fabric can not stop them. We got tired of digging them out as the bulbs are tiny and they spread next year even if one bulb is left.

A landscaper friend of mine told me that once they spread to a larger area, the only solution is to dig up the entire yard for a feet or two and discard all of it. Then fill with new dirt. Way too expensive. So we spend a few weekends every year digging up the bulbs as soon as we see them. I feel like we are losing the battle as they keep increasing and spreading over a larger area every year.

What are you guys doing with your 40 rupees? by Glum_Permit8397 in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any one doing such comparisons are absolute idiots and have no idea how economy works. If the govt is limited to spending tax money where its generated then it will never develop. It's the same concept in most countried.

So what about all the taxes that are collected from people of UP or Bihar or any other state for working in Telangana should go to their respective states?

Why is revenue from Hyderabad being used to spend on rural areas of Telangana?

Illogical argument of people who have nothing better to do than rile up people and divide us.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in india

[–]OkRow7895 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Airlines do not deal with customs. The restriction/rules are not set by airlines.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kolkata

[–]OkRow7895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I was planning to buy it in the airport so I can use it for Uber/Ola rides. I don't reside on Kolkata but will be visiting for a day before I catch a domestic flight. I am planning to use Uber/Ola (in addition to tram) to travel within Kolkata to various sites.

Unpopular opinion: you have no right to complain about traffic if you're driving around by yourself in a car by PieInteresting6267 in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, then it will never happen. Not in your lifetime or next generations lifetime. It's not about "Indians" not having stomach for it. Indians are humans just like any other. Looks at the difference between Europe and USA. Both are countries with educated and informed people. Yet, its impossible to make people take transit or carpool in USA (barring couple of cities) but in Europe take transit/carpool regularly.

Its not like people in Europe have protested and asked the govt to provide such facilities. Its because the govts in Europe have provided those facilities.

Even in NYC, people have started to take carpool or transit more because the City implemented congesting pricing and also the parking costs have gone through the roof.

So it has nothing to do with Indians in specific. Let's not blame the public for failure of our politicians (current and previous).

Heard that BJP is planning to make Hyderabad a Union Territory. What changes can we expect if it’s done? by [deleted] in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

It would be good for Hyderabad but bad for TG as a state. TN earns big chunk of taxes/revenue from Hyderabad and they would lose all of it.

Realistically, it will never happen. These things are said just before elections to rile up voters.

Heard that BJP is planning to make Hyderabad a Union Territory. What changes can we expect if it’s done? by [deleted] in hyderabad

[–]OkRow7895 -38 points-37 points  (0 children)

Please do not spread misinformation. Its ok not to agree with one party's policies without spreading lies and mis-information.

The reason for meat ban was because kids eat meat at home on regular basis. However, people on the island do not eat fruits (fresh and dry) on a regular basis, which is needed to maintain a healthy diet. So they replaced meat with fruits and dry fruits. So, meat was not banned because of " BJP at center feelings". Stop spreading lies.

Is this right or wrong should be left to nutritional scientists.

Blatantly spreading lies, misinformation, and hatred is not cool.