Hi, MeFi's collective oracle. I was wondering if anyone out there has ever successfully rented as vacation accommodations a dorm room from either UVM, Burlington College or Goddard College in Burlington, Vermont. I'm planning a Memorial-Day getaway there and, because my needs are few, I figured that staying in a dorm room might be the most cost-effective option. Any tips, tricks or other insights would be gratefully received!
posted by Ylajali on Apr 26, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm thinking about taking my wife to Banff, Alberta for our tenth anniversary near the beginning of May. Help me with some ideas. [more inside]
posted by MagicEightBall on Oct 31, 2008 - 17 answers

Hotel/House rental ideas for 8-10 guys in Grand Junction and/or Glenwood Springs CO area? [more inside]
posted by mcstayinskool on Jul 10, 2008 - 3 answers

Where should I take my partner for our anniversary in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico? We're looking at the two-night packages at Las Rosas, but would like suggested alternatives, preferably smaller and more intimate. Also looking for good spa and massage recommendations. If San Felipe is waaay better, please let me know. I researched it online and it looks like a marina and golf courses for American weekenders, which is sort of what we want to avoid. Oh, we're also interested in a day hike, maybe inland in the mountains.
posted by billtron on May 5, 2008 - 3 answers

Pair of mid-20s friends looking for a place to stay in Barcelona in early June. I've read up a bit on the neighborhoods and it sounds like the popular, touristy area is near Las Ramblas. However, many of the modern tourist attractions are farther to the northeast. Help! [more inside]
posted by junesix on Apr 28, 2008 - 11 answers

I want to plan a trip for my bf's birthday. I live in TEXAS and want to find a cool cabin that sleeps at least 6 people with access to fishing. I would prefer a secluded area where he and his standoutish tattooed buddies can be noisy and not have to deal with neighbors or uptight rednecks.. [more inside]
posted by madmamasmith on Mar 10, 2008 - 2 answers

My wife and I are walking the Portland (OR) marathon this fall. Any recommendations on which hotel to stay at during our long weekend in the city? Somewhere close to start/finish, downtown amenities, 3 stars or better?
posted by bytemover on Jun 17, 2007 - 9 answers

Hotel/House rental ideas for 8-10 guys in Santa Fe or between Santa Fe and Albuquerque. [more inside]
posted by mcstayinskool on Feb 15, 2007 - 4 answers

Where can the Eurotrash lay their weary heads in Cinque Terre? [more inside]
posted by malaprohibita on Feb 6, 2007 - 17 answers

How can I do a roadtrip on the cheap? [more inside]
posted by aeighty on Nov 2, 2006 - 19 answers

I just found out I won a scholarship for a month-long research trip to Amsterdam (yay me). I'm planning to go in January or February 2007 and need help with 2 things: 1- Cheap, central, decent accomadations. My wife will be going with, so we need a private room and bathroom. A private room in a hostel would be fine. A private house would be better. I'm aware of craigslist amsterdam, but wonder if their are other resources/networks I could tap. 2- I know I don't have time to actually learn the language, but would like to pick up the basic getting around, ordering food stuff, and do not have the time or money to take formal classes. What good internet resources could help me learn basic dutch?
posted by signal on Sep 27, 2006 - 5 answers

What are good options for a group of guys to vacation in Portland Oregon for 3-4 days? [more inside]
posted by mcstayinskool on May 22, 2006 - 11 answers

Affordable accompdations in Key West in May? [more inside]
posted by Miko on Mar 20, 2006 - 5 answers

IndoorPoolFilter: Where can I splash about in the Northeast? [more inside]
posted by kimdog on Feb 21, 2006 - 6 answers

I'm an American planning a trip to Montreal. I'll be there in the next few weeks, and I'm looking for some specific advice. [more inside]
posted by TurkishGolds on May 4, 2004 - 31 answers