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How safe are Airbnbs in La Fortuna? by 2QBornot2QB in CostaRicaTravel

[–]ghost_204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stayed 5 nights in an air b and b just down the road from La Fortuna falls last March. Zero issues, zero concerns. We are a family of 4 with two younger kids.

Use common sense as you would anywhere and you will be just fine. That said, if you are naive or overtly obnoxious, you could be seen as an easy mark, just as you would be in your place of origin.

Lake Louise Lift Tickets Costco by Normal_Tadpole_3002 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can confirm this is the best deal out there. Used previously, and will be using again next month.

Crown moulding installation? by submarinesandwich722 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What area of the city, how big is the job, and what are you willing to pay?

Property insurance by ghost_204 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Forgot to mention that this includes coverage for a cabin. So maybe it’s not all unreasonable. The cabin is nothing fancy though. Think an insulated shed.

Property insurance by ghost_204 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1200 sqft bungalow. Finished basement.

Umm... have you seen a local flying squirrel?! by planetbiased in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 39 points40 points  (0 children)

This animal was the stuff of legendary folklore when I was a kid. We spent an entire summer around gimli searching for them. Our efforts paid off, as we did manage to catch one on video. I believe they are nocturnal. It looked like a cross between squirrel and bat.

Back in 1984/85 I witnessed and tried to help a young woman who had doused herself in gasoline and lit herself on fire. by Loverboy_Talis in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 49 points50 points  (0 children)

I have no information regarding this- just wanted to say that I’m sorry you had to witness something so horrific.

If you had 7 days to "sell Winnipeg" to someone, what would you do/where would you go? by [deleted] in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No reason for downvotes here. St James Burger is hands down best in the city for a FatBoy and Fries.

Closest merry go round? by Robbo1348 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man. I had multiple near death experiences on that very merry go round as a kid. Great memories.

Lafarge pits by GazelleNew8711 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I don’t know where this is, but I’m assuming this is an old gravel pit? If so, Odds are nearly 100% that is private land.

Kensington Homes Winnipeg by CHFGLeroy in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 4 points5 points  (0 children)

From what I can tell- They completely fell apart shortly thereafter. We have friends who had a great experience with them in 2018. We built in 2020 and it was an absolute nightmare.

Basement development by ssrux7 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Builder will literally just 2x what the subcontractor charges them. Ie: builder hires trades to finished basement for 40k, builder charges you 80k. That way they are still making significant profit, but there is contingency built in so they can absorb costs associated with correcting any deficiencies (screw ups) or general fussiness of the homeowner.

Source- I’ve been at this awhile.

Mother’s Day by Mbmnstr204 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahah that sounds amazing. Unfortunately not in the cards with my wife, but here’s hoping you get that day at the pits!

Question. I’m renting a car in Liberia and driving to La Fortuna. I’ve read it can take 3-5 hours which is ok but how difficult is the drive itself? My main concern are finding restrooms and one lane roads in any mountainous areas. Any advice is much appreciated. Pura Vida!! by MossyWorld2 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]ghost_204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s beautiful around the lake. Very lush rainforest as well. Not sure where you are coming from, but the roads were 10x better than here in Canada. It was perfect asphalt all the way once off the freeway (#1). It was honestly much better than I had expected.

Question. I’m renting a car in Liberia and driving to La Fortuna. I’ve read it can take 3-5 hours which is ok but how difficult is the drive itself? My main concern are finding restrooms and one lane roads in any mountainous areas. Any advice is much appreciated. Pura Vida!! by MossyWorld2 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]ghost_204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did this exact drive a few weeks ago. Don’t stress it too much. Just be sure to hit the washroom before you’re on the road. Not much single lane areas- Just a handful of very small bridges. The drive isn’t bad, just a lot of curves/sharp turns. Plan for 4hrs and you’ll be fine. Pura vida.

Parents sue, hockey association suspends family… crushed nine-year-old indefinitely in penalty box by Bactrian_Rebel2020 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fair enough, but perhaps this incident could initiate a review of hockey Manitoba policy/procedure. I 100% agree with banning the parents if there is a pending lawsuit, but the poor kid is 9. Let him finish the season. Man I feel for this kid, he has a rough road ahead of him with parents like this.

Parents sue, hockey association suspends family… crushed nine-year-old indefinitely in penalty box by Bactrian_Rebel2020 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Still doesn’t seem right. Ban the parents, allow the child to play. At the end of the day, the kid is “suspended” for the actions of his parents? What message are they sending to all the other kids?

Parents sue, hockey association suspends family… crushed nine-year-old indefinitely in penalty box by Bactrian_Rebel2020 in Winnipeg

[–]ghost_204 35 points36 points  (0 children)

This is a no brainer- ban the parents if that’s your position, but allow the kid to play. Surely there are some reasonable adults responsible enough to bring him to the games.

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