Epinions Recent Reviews for Petra1

Atlantis, Paradise Island Resort: Paradise it's not

Sat, 23 Nov 2002 01:36:19 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - All year long we have been treated to exciting commercials about Atlantis on tv and when my husband told us his team had won an award and the company was paying for him and me to go there, we decided to take the kids too, as this would be a once in a...

Maytag Neptune MAH4000 Front Loader Washer: Where is that repairman? He is needed!

Fri, 18 May 2001 21:22:41 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - When we moved into our new house 2 years ago, we had to buy a new washer and dryer.

We decided to get the best ones on the market, even if they were more expensive, as we had lots of trouble with our old washer (Kenmore brand, another story).
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The wives "live"

Tue, 15 May 2001 23:42:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - I started this book coming from a different stand than the previous reviewers. Having recently read 2 historical fiction bestsellers ("The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant and "The Secret Wife of King George IV" by Diane Haeger), my appetite for history was...

The best domestic airline!

Tue, 15 May 2001 21:28:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - Ok, I'm not one to rave, I'll be honest. But I will do it about Midwest Express.

The first time we (my 3 kids (5,9,11) and I) flew on them, was when United Express once again canceled their flight out of Muskegon, MI. This was on the weekend...

Fairmont Chateau Laurier: A fairy tale hotel, though with some service issues

Tue, 15 May 2001 15:19:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - While visiting our relatives near Ottawa, we have stayed at the Chateau Laurier 4 times, twice already this year (2001).

ROOM DESCRIPTION:

In January, my parents and I stayed in a deluxe double room, with 2 double beds and a rollaway...

Music with a feeling

Tue, 31 Oct 2000 00:17:26 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - Ok, I'm biased, because I saw Spandau Ballet in 1982 at my student's club in Holland and they weren't big yet and much fun to party with. This band with Tony Hadley and Gary Kemp made some great music. The sound is the typical early 80's, made great by...

Mr. Bryson came, saw and whined

Sun, 29 Oct 2000 22:29:01 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - I should start this review by saying that I'm a European American (born and raised in the Netherlands). I was excited to see a travel journal about Europe, that listed the Netherlands as one of the countries visited. I have traveled extensively through...

Cute books for preschoolers and kindergarteners

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 22:44:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 -

We have just discovered these delightful books by Katharine Holabird and illustrated by Helen Craig.

The first in the series, Angelina Ballerina, is a big favorite on my 4 year old's list of bedtime stories. It's about a little mouse,...

What home exercise equipment should be

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 22:36:31 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - I've owned the Precor 5.21si for almost 2 years now. Because I have fibromyalgia, daily exercise brings great relief.

I had tried the Precor elliptical machine at my gym and put it on my wish list immediately.

In the time that I've...

Ups and downs and everything in between

Sun, 15 Oct 2000 17:05:57 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - ***NOTE: This review is primarily about Bally's at Loehmann's Plaza in Falls Church, Virginia. Though some comments pertain to Bally's as a company, the criticism can only be about what I've experienced, which is at the above mentioned location.***
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Club Med: Caravelle, Guadeloupe

Sat, 14 Oct 2000 22:31:24 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - We spent 9 wonderful, sun and funfilled days at Club Med La Caravelle, Guadeloupe, August 11th to August 20th this year. We're a family of 5, kids are 4, 8 and 10.

It has to be said, that, unless you're quite rich or single, Club Med is quite a...

Archived Book Reviews: The Angelina Ballerina series

Sat, 14 Oct 2000 20:23:56 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - We have just discovered these delightful books by Katharine Holabird and illustrated by Helen Craig.

The first in the series, Angelina Ballerina, is a big favorite on my 4 year old's list of bedtime stories. It's about a little mouse, Angelina,...

Where did that earring go?

Tue, 10 Oct 2000 20:55:46 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - When I read this book, I was on vacation in the Netherlands. I am originally from the Netherlands and was wondering just how well an American author could portray a Dutch atmosphere.

Well, I have to say Tracy Chevalier did a superb job. Reading...

Not your generic Caribbean destination

Sun, 1 Oct 2000 13:06:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 -
Review Topic: Overview

In September 1999, I had the chance to accompany my parents on a business trip (for my dad) to the island of Trinidad.

When thinking of the Caribbean, I think of touristy islands with sandy beaches...

Much more than Amsterdam alone!

Sun, 1 Oct 2000 11:12:13 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 -
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions

As a native of the Netherlands, I'm always surprised to see how Netherlands=Amsterdam in the minds of many travelers.

For a country roughly the size of New Jersey, the...

Not just meatballs

Sun, 25 Jun 2000 00:40:03 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - Strange as it may sound, part of the reason I look forward to a shopping trip to IKEA is the restaurant. Potomac Mills mall doesn't offer much in the culinary department, so lunch is without a doubt at IKEA's restaurant.

Mind you, there is no haute...

A five year owner and still going strong

Sun, 12 Mar 2000 22:11:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - We just traded in our 1995 LX Windstar for a 2000 SEL model. I *loved* my 1995 Windstar, I drove it longer than my husband wanted me to. It had lots of storage room, a cool LED display and was very comfortable on short as well as very long (12+ hours)...

He seems real!

Sun, 13 Feb 2000 16:13:33 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - We have owned the Actimates Barney since it first came out. I have to admit that I was less than thrilled with the idea of an electronic doll. I feared it would take away the imagination of the child, if she would just be spoonfed songs and games by a...

Oui, oui, oui!!!

Tue, 8 Feb 2000 00:12:54 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - Yes, yes, yes! This video deserves accolades. The books by Ludwig Bemelmans have been turned into a series of very cute animated stories.

Madeline is the smallest of 12 little girls who live in a house covered with vines. The nun, Miss Clavell,...

Employee owned? What difference does it make!

Sun, 30 Jan 2000 22:29:01 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - *Note: this is a revised opinion*

We have flown United on numerous occasions, to Michigan, to Europe, to the West Coast and other destinations. We fly from Washington Dulles airport most of the time, sometimes from Reagan National Airport...

George Bush did have good taste!

Sun, 30 Jan 2000 16:33:00 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - This very large Chinese restaurant has the freshest tasting Chinese food I have ever tasted.

On a recent visit, we ordered chicken with garlic sprouts, scallops and fried rice for our main dishes. Wonton soup, hot and sour soup and egg drop...

Wonderful Spanish food!

Sun, 30 Jan 2000 16:04:26 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - Gabriel's is one of those restaurants that you wouldn't go to, unless you heard about it from a friend. It is one of those undiscovered pearls, in my opinion.

The white tablecloth atmosphere is great for a romantic evening out, or for dinner...

Good Indian food

Sun, 30 Jan 2000 15:51:40 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - My husband and I love Indian food, so we have tried a lot of the Indian restaurants in this area (Northern Virginia). While Aarathi's is not the best of the bunch, the food is tasty and the service friendly.

My husband loves their Chicken...

Not worth the money!

Thu, 27 Jan 2000 19:56:55 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - After watching commercial after commercial about Super Gymnast Barbie, my 4 year old daughter really wanted one for Christmas.

And the commercials did look fun. Especially since my daughter takes gymnastics herself. So we got her one for...

"Talk" to your baby!

Wed, 26 Jan 2000 20:52:13 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author Petra1 - I used this book for my now 4 year old, who's my third child. I wish I'd known about it for the first 2. There is a time in a baby's life, from about 9 months to about 2 years, depending on how quickly the child becomes verbal, when it's frustrating...