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Hi everyone; I have a 2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS. The button that I press to open doesn't work. There is no noise when I press the button,but the trunk button works great. Has anyone had this problem? If so,how was it fixed? Easy fix? Thanks :)
posted by LOOKING at 3:25 AM - 2 answers

My wife and I are in Europe for six weeks. England at the moment. We want to go to Paris. I’m a bit stunned at the cost to get to Paris by bus, train, or plane. Wondering if there’s some alternative way of which I’m unaware. Car share? Drive away cars? Standby tickets? Any Mefites headed that way? We return to Canada March 24 but are otherwise totally flexible for dates. Any ideas? Thanks!
posted by Joan Rivers of Babylon around Paris, France at 12:00 PM - 11 answers

Where can I find more information about this custom Jeep? It was in the Super Bowl Haagen Dazs commercial.
posted by Marky at 3:56 PM - 3 answers

I am flying out of Toronto Pearson Airport tomorrow morning at 9am, and am trying to guess the impact of the impending snow storm with respect to it causing my flight to be delayed or cancelled [more inside]
posted by walkinginsunshine around Toronto, ON at 9:50 AM - 4 answers

I am to pay for the accommodation on an upcoming trip and be reimbursed by my friends. The Europeans can bank transfer me, but for the Americans, might local cash be better? [more inside]
posted by J.R. Hartley at 2:22 AM - 9 answers

We'll have two weeks in May to explore the Northern and/or Northeastern part of Spain by car. We've been to Barcelona, Cadaques, Figueres, Begur. What are some charming other spots that are worth a visit (or a few days' stay) that aren't going to be mobbed by tourists? [more inside]
posted by egeanin around Spain at 12:04 PM - 6 answers

I know this is the city of Tango - we've got that covered. I just want to make sure I don't miss out on an amazing hidden synth-pop scene here, or awesome record shops with new wave & synth stuff. So far my research has come up pretty dry. (Also - if you know where we can get some really hearty whole grain bread, feel free to mention that too! Pastries & sandwiches here are great, but very white-bready.)
posted by chr1sb0y around Buenos Aires, Argentina at 5:26 AM - 3 answers

I'm visiting DC as an adult after living there as a kid. Can you help me plan a weekend and learn more about my old hometown? [more inside]
posted by Comic Sans-Culotte around Washington, DC at 7:44 PM - 11 answers

Where to even start? I have so many questions about what to do, what to eat, where to hang out and shopping, so much shopping. All revealed inside. [more inside]
posted by J.R. Hartley around Japan at 11:43 AM - 17 answers

Looking for some cool things to do in/around Anaheim, CA this summer. [more inside]
posted by pdb around Anaheim, CA at 10:29 AM - 12 answers

Can a power bank intended to jump start an ICE car also be used to jump start an electric vehicle, or does it need to be a specific type?
posted by Grinder at 3:34 AM - 15 answers

In June I need to go to Athens for work and am thinking about taking a long weekend in Crete on the back of the trip, mostly to see the sites. I do not care to drive in Greece so I'm looking for the following advice: [more inside]
posted by frumiousb around Greece at 2:51 AM - 3 answers

Last time I flew, the staff at the airport security check asked me to show them my (digital) camera, and switch it on. They did not want to examine the contents of the camera, just a quick turn on/switch off. Sometimes they ask the same thing about laptops. This made me curious: what is the purpose? Perhaps someone at Metafilter could explain this? [more inside]
posted by Termite at 1:34 AM - 8 answers

I'm a transgender person in the United States. I'm thinking about my options if I need to leave the United States. Where can I most easily relocate to live and work? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:17 AM - 18 answers

When might be a good week for fall color between late August and early October in the Canadian Rockies? [more inside]
posted by tronec around Canada at 2:59 AM - 3 answers

I've got a month before my new job starts, a suitcase full of books, and a great need for rest and relaxation. Where should I go in February? Snowflakes inside. [more inside]
posted by sevensnowflakes at 7:55 PM - 20 answers

Looking for some suggestions for mid-March in Stockholm: sights, food, bookstore? [more inside]
posted by Farce_First around Stockholm, Sweden at 5:27 AM - 7 answers

This is my first international trip, so it's very exciting but also a bit intimidating. I've looked up tons of info online, but want to get the personal experience aspect covered too :) [more inside]
posted by Eyelash at 2:54 AM - 24 answers

Is there a mental health retreat some place in the Americas where the weather is currently warm, the staff is qualified and helpful, there is some socialization, and it would help alleviate feelings of isolation and depression? [more inside]
posted by deern the headlice at 7:23 PM - 6 answers

Mrs Blackleotardfront and I are headed to Japan for two weeks in late May. We have a rough itinerary but would love some up-to-date, non-sponsored, non-AI-generated, recommendations of places to stay, eat, and visit during our trip! See within for details. [more inside]
posted by BlackLeotardFront around Japan at 4:23 PM - 13 answers