Epinions Recent Reviews for cybermaven

The ups and downs of using Delta Skymiles

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 20:31:15 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - From my perspective I have always believed there is no such thing as a free lunch. That being said I don't think frequent flyer programs allow someone to fly for free but instead allow someone to fly cheaper than regular price (sometimes a lot cheaper...

Beautiful city with everything

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:09:33 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - I decided to go to Rio from Dec 27 to Jan 15. Rio is famous for Carnivale but its also known for New Years where they have fireworks on copacabana beach which I had the opportunity to see. Language - first off my biggest difficulty was the language...

Sheraton Luxor Hotel and Resort: Great hotel in Luxor

Thu, 2 Dec 2004 14:49:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - I had originally made reservations for the Sheraton using the website Octopustravel.com Before I left for the trip I called Sheraton to confirm reservation and they did not have my reservation on their system. I called octopustravel.com and they told me...

Ancient city with modern problems

Sun, 28 Nov 2004 20:08:55 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - When you first step into the airport from the plane you get an idea of the chaos that is Cairo. There are mobs of people at the exchange places and outside offering taxi service and of course the people arriving from the flights. I had arranged...

Exotic vacation full of ancient history

Sun, 28 Nov 2004 14:46:23 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - There are many factors to consider when thinking about a trip to Egypt. Weather - Its very hot during the summer and relatively warm during winter. Most things I read recommend going during around November so that is the time I went. Holidays -...

Sofitel Old Cataract: Transport yourself back to early 1900s

Sun, 28 Nov 2004 10:46:44 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - I picked the Old Cataract Hotel based on the information I found on the internet regarding its history. It was built in 1898 and many historic figures have stayed here. There are rooms named after some people like the Agathie Christie room and the...

adventurous pirate story but a little long

Mon, 3 May 2004 18:34:45 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Pirates of The Caribbean Overall I did enjoy this film. Good action. Good actors, good set design, good editing. Characters: Elizabeth (Keira Knightley) Will Turner (Orlando Bloom, aka Legolas in the Lord of the Rings movies) "Captain Jack"...

Interesting group - need better story

Mon, 3 May 2004 15:58:25 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Well first off I have not read the graphic novel, which the film is loosely based on. I definitely want to read it when I get a chance as I think Alan Moore is an incredible writer. If you have not read the comic book Watchmen go and get it ASAP. Plot...

Interesting eclectic mix

Mon, 3 May 2004 15:05:17 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - The third and final installment of the Matrix trilogy, Matrix revolutions continues the cool special effects, nicely constructed fight scenes and futuristic ideas. Personally I always felt the first Matrix is the best of the three. The first one was...

Musical meets nightclub

Wed, 24 Jul 2002 22:13:15 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Layout:

First off I like going to clubs and since this musical takes place in a club thats a plus for me. After the show you can just hand out as the club becomes a regular nightclub again. If you are a theatre goer who must have a seat then plan...

Entertaining musical

Tue, 23 Jul 2002 00:58:07 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - I must admit that for me to truly enjoy any musical I would suggest reading everything you can get your hands on about the musical. This will add to the enjoyment of it. I suggest reading about the plot, the actors, the history of the musical and about...

Super value carribean vacation

Wed, 29 May 2002 23:13:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Dominican Republic is a beautiful country with incredible weather all year round, beautiful beaches, lots of greenery, rich history and for the cost it cannot be beat.

History

Santo Domingo is the first European city in the Western...

Star Wars Episode II Expectations

Sun, 19 May 2002 18:27:27 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Expectations

1. Being part of the Star Wars saga gives Episode II a daunting task. It will definitely be compared to the other films which is already a benchmark that Lucasfilm must aspire to. It can be argued that it does maintain that benchamrk...

Descent HDTV product in cutting edge HD world

Mon, 7 Jan 2002 01:25:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Our television viewing is in a state of flux. We have very little HDTV programming available, DVD technology is actually different technology that so happens to work with HDTV, and the TV market is a plethora of sizes, qualities, prices that makes this...

good cell phone

Sun, 14 Oct 2001 22:32:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - The cell phone world is still an imperfect world.

This phone does show that things are getting better.

The Good:

The phone is sturdy, looks cool (silver model), has front display for data, blue backlighting is cool, audio quality is...

Great system for great price

Sun, 14 Oct 2001 22:06:51 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - The audio electronic world is full of different companies, different parts and prices ranging ranging from low hundreds to high thousands. Trying to figure out what to buy can be daunting and difficult because there is over information. This could be...

Kefalonia - all around great greek island

Tue, 2 Oct 2001 00:41:01 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Spelled Kefalonia or Cephallonia or Kephalonia - all in regards to same island. The island is home to some great beaches and has Myrtos which is ranked third in the world and first in Europe. If you are looking to party Makris Gialos is your answer for...

Great credit card

Tue, 2 Oct 2001 00:08:51 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author cybermaven - Good stuff:

If you pay off all your bills on time than a card like this is great. Its actually better than paying cash.

1. You get an extra month of keeping cash on hand for accruing.

2. You get a $50 savings bond for every $2500 spent...