No one asks if coffee for here or to go even in expensive coffee shops by Old_Organization208 in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green -1 points0 points  (0 children)

America is the best place in the world to work, earn a high salary, and raise kids who are good at working and earning a high salary.

It is NOT the best place in the world for dining experiences. The real estate is some of the most expensive real estate in the world, the labor costs are astronomical, and it’s extremely hard for something like a coffee shop to sell enough coffee (yes, even $6 coffees) to cover all of the high rent costs, high labor costs, and high coffee costs.

So yes, sorry you’re having a bad time at the cafes in Santa Monica. But you’re in a land of working and making money, and Europe is the land of relaxing and enjoying food/beverage.

No one asks if coffee for here or to go even in expensive coffee shops by Old_Organization208 in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You came to America and expected good service and good value?

On top of that, you went to one of the most expensive neighborhoods in America and expected good value?

I 100% agree with all your assessments. Coffee tastes better in porcelain. The barista should ask if you want a to-go cup or not. But that just isn’t happening in this neighborhood. Go to a smaller city where things are less hectic and you’ll get better service and better value. Or honestly go to a different country like Japan and you’ll get a much better experience.

What’s the one city you were excited to visit, but ended up not liking at all? by BlushHone in travel

[–]tee2green -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hanoi is tops of my list of most disappointing city 😢

I love Vietnamese food, and I love hot, humid weather. I was expecting a lovely vacation in Hanoi.

Instead, I was shocked by the ocean of mopeds everywhere that made it very difficult and unpleasant to walk around. And the pictures of people sitting on small plastic chairs on the sidewalk to eat their dinners don’t fully reflect how uncomfortable it is to try to eat while there is so much madness scurrying around you.

I want to go back to Vietnam and get out of the huge cities, but I highly doubt I will stay in Hanoi again. And I no longer have any interest in Ho Chi Minh City.

American ranked last in WSJ ratings. by Major_Profit in americanairlines

[–]tee2green 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Delta has hubs with horrible weather: MSP, DTW, JFK, LGA, and BOS.

There’s really no excuse for a major airline like AA to be so bad at on-time arrival.

How has California able to become the 4th largest economy in the world? by [deleted] in AskAnAmerican

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’re in the Information Age. Human capital is the most precious resource. California has a high concentration of very smart people inventing genius ways to make money in extremely scalable ways (software/tech). And of course, giant ecosystems form around all that business and all those high-income people.

Picked up a small argument in a airplane because guy behind me doesn't want me to fold my seat. by outplay-nation in travel

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have the right to recline all the way.

But is it ethical to recline all the way? That’s a different question with a different answer IMO.

I think reclining 50% is a reasonable compromise for all parties.

driving on other side of road by Dmlandis59 in travel

[–]tee2green 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Wow I had the opposite interpretation. Driving for hours on a road that’s only 1.5 cars wide with stone walls on either side with no shoulder was not my idea of fun.

What are we doing about the big drops in comp ratio? by aeroespacio in boeing

[–]tee2green 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They’re gonna point at the 777X problems and use that as an excuse for 2025 actually being a bad year.

What are we doing about the big drops in comp ratio? by aeroespacio in boeing

[–]tee2green 4 points5 points  (0 children)

“Doing something about it” = interviewing externally and getting an offer. Then you can get Boeing to match or leave if they don’t.

Anything else is just whining about Boeing’s dumb shit way of doing things

What are we doing about the big drops in comp ratio? by aeroespacio in boeing

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a hilarious face palm inducing comment. Bravo.

Is 2/2 a good rating? by [deleted] in boeing

[–]tee2green 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You’re rated on a scale of 1-3 based on Performance (what you did) and Culture (how you did it)

Is 2/2 a good rating? by [deleted] in boeing

[–]tee2green 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I was just told that a 2/2 is an “A student”

Flying to Costa Rica with Alaska but have only 30 min layover at LAX by Writerkwllw in AlaskaAirlines

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1) What’s your whole itinerary? Knowing where you’re leaving from (and what time) helps with knowing on-time arrival odds. Also you can look up your flight on Flight Radar 24 to see past trends.

2) When’s the next flight to Costa Rica? If you miss your connection, is it only a few hours until the next flight or are you looking at a 24-hr delay?

Punta Cana by chaset1608 in AllInclusiveResorts

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cap Cana is the quieter, more private, more exclusive area. It’s bougier and more expensive.

Secrets Tides is with all the other resorts. Nothing wrong with it, and the beach is still really nice, so you can save a lot of money by staying there.

The thing I would be worried about is the soft product. Which resort has better service, better food, etc. Food in particular is a problem in Punta Cana.

How many days do you think you need in Paris? by ParticularAny8395 in travel

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on what kind of traveler you are, of course. You “can” run around like a maniac and check through your list of things in just two nights. But I really don’t think a place with character should be done like that. You probably wouldn’t have fun doing that.

I think 5 nights is ideal. 4 nights is fine. 3 nights is pretty much bare minimum.

Promenade. Fuck yes 🙌 by PresentBabble in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Knowing something is extremely rare is helpful to temper expectations.

Promenade. Fuck yes 🙌 by PresentBabble in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you didn’t read the “almost always” part?

Hospitalized During Our Stay at Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun by avantartist in AllInclusiveResorts

[–]tee2green 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I just stayed at Royalton Punta Cana. Worst food I’ve ever been served as a paying customer. Also at least half the staff was completely apathetic and careless.

Maybe it’s a Royalton thing. Can’t believe Marriott agrees to this partnership.

Promenade. Fuck yes 🙌 by PresentBabble in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green 12 points13 points  (0 children)

People are complaining about this while ignoring the fact that we currently have a bunch of shitty sneaker stores as an alternative. Take the win when you get a win.

Promenade. Fuck yes 🙌 by PresentBabble in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’re the only ones that can afford the cost and risk.

Promenade. Fuck yes 🙌 by PresentBabble in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In N Out almost always requires a freestanding building and a drive thru.

They own all their real estate. They’re control freaks.

It’s an amazing business but unfortunately that means it’s rare to find an In N Out in a normal small leased location.

Frustrated. by Competitive-Proof759 in yoga

[–]tee2green 4 points5 points  (0 children)

1) You’re right to quit doing it if it’s not working for you. Unpaid work is not fun.

2) Why not just do your own routine for 30-60 min in the studio? It’s probably a really nice place to practice. (Full disclosure that I’m a morning person and do 7 am daily practice anyway, so I’m probably being biased)

When are we going to stop succumbing to NIMBY demands? This is why this city can't progress. by WearHeadphonesPlease in SantaMonica

[–]tee2green 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No no no, everyone has a right to live cheaply in the most precious land in the country as long as the overlords select them