Posts by Rachel Jones8

Even though it’s totally normal for things to be a bit unpredictable at first, I really think we need to help kids understand that seeing a doctor—even a gynecologist—isn't some big scary deal. Most of the time, there isn't even an exam involved, just a quick chat to get information. It's definitely not ideal if a kid feels uneasy or anxious about it...
Sure, it's standard for that age, but you've gotta guide them... so they stay on the right track. That's the only way they'll actually learn about their own bodies and spot any potential issues early enough to tell Mom, and then the doctor... if necessary.

analogseal18 said:In this country, we simply fail to nurture talented children unless they possess a truly staggering level of intellect. Those extracurricular programs mentioned earlier are a rarity here, mostly concentrated in elite schools in cities like New York or Chicago. As far as my local school goes, they have a quasi-drama club that meets right before the end of the school year just to put on one single play. I know they offer things like recitation, choir, or maybe handball or soccer for the boys, but none of it provides an avenue for my daughter to participate—and she is a student with stellar grades who possesses a genuine passion for the natural sciences (math notwithstanding) and an exceptional command of English.

If you were to ask me, any meaningful reform should move toward the model used in Switzerland, Germany, or Austria. In those systems, students are channeled as early as fifth grade based on their academic aptitude and desire to learn into three distinct tracks: preparatory academies, technical high schools, or vocational paths for those who have mastered the foundational material but aren't suited for pure academia. This current American "one-size-fits-all" mishmash is devastating for average students, for those who excel in only one specific niche, and especially for children whose parents lack higher education. Children who struggle academically or require special accommodations aren't going to absorb much of the advanced curriculum taught in the upper grades anyway; meanwhile, the exceptionally bright students from educated households will simply pursue their ambitions through private tutoring outside the classroom regardless.

In fifth grade? 🤔
As far as I know (looking at the Swiss system), the actual split doesn't happen until seventh. They take a big exam in sixth grade to decide where everyone goes.
The crazy thing is that almost every kid in a wealthy neighborhood passes that test. It’s not because those kids are magically geniuses compared to kids from other parts of town; it’s just because their parents can afford private tutors and extra prep classes throughout sixth grade.

Honestly, they aren't working either way. I mean, who actually puts three of them in the same class at once? Ever seen that?
(irony)

Thanks for clearing that up. I wasn't even looking for any cardboard, nor was I counting on it. If they actually changed something, that would be great, but honestly? I doubt it.

I was gonna start a whole new thread just to reply to that rushed post you dropped before vanishing... but honestly? Maybe it’s better to just keep it here. Why make things more complicated than they need to be? No point in dragging it out.

C/P:

Since they shut down my last thread with a comment I can't even reply to, I’m starting this one to point out the issue. Anyone else feeling this?
I mean, clearly, it hasn't happened yet.
I really want to get back to rustydrifter10, even if I don't get an explanation, a comment, or any sense of justice. I know it’s probably not worth the effort, but I just have to say something, right?

rustydrifter10 said:I clicked through a few links and realized they’re all from back in 2011 and 2012. How could you honestly think those would be relevant to what happened just a couple days ago? Old posts don't count as proof, and I’m definitely not digging through dozens of dead links hoping to find something useful. Sometimes less really is more. As for why my off-topic post got nuked while someone else's stayed up—look, not every post is treated the same. Sometimes mods decide a comment adds value and leave it, other times they see it's useless and scrap it. Sometimes they just let things slide because they don't want to go back and clean up old stuff, or they simply miss a post or a report. That's just how it works. It's not rocket science.

Ne znam na koje linkove mislis, ali nikave linkove nisam stavljala, nego sam kvotala postove.
Feels like you totally missed the point, probably because you didn't get around to reading everything. What's the actual issue here? Not that I'm holding it against you, but the first post covered it all. Posts 2 and 3? Totally irrelevant.
The first post lays out the problem and asks the questions.
Those old posts don't really mean anything. It's just like Harold Taylor6 asked me to hunt for errors, so I did... right after they deleted my post a couple months ago? Meanwhile, another one stays up even though I asked twice to have it taken down. Should that even be happening? If the rules apply to everyone... then that's just how it is. Right?
The stuff under point 3 is right there to prove I'm not just making things up—those are other people's emails. Does anyone actually know if this is allowed? Is it okay for hosts to jump into a thread meant for travelers to scout spots for their guests? I mean, is this space strictly for people looking for a place to stay, or can hosts post whatever they want for whoever they want, regardless of whether it's private or public?

The bottom line:
My post that got me carded:
(Two months ago, I wasn't even feeling it.)

For real?
Honestly, these requests for an apartment for four people at $30 or $35 just don't feel real. I get it—everything is getting way too expensive and guests obviously want lower prices—but supply and demand is supply and demand. If someone can snag a place for $50 or $60, why on earth would they settle for $30?
Honestly, I don't even know if places like that exist anymore. Are you guys actually seeing offers at that price point around here? I’m no expert on the local market—and obviously, prices change depending on where you are—but just looking at it from the outside... finding a spot for four people during peak season with parking, Wi-Fi, AC, and beach access for under $50? That sounds pretty much impossible. Or am I totally wrong? 🤷

I honestly thought this post should’ve been taken down, so I sent a DM and even used the report button:

We really need a SOCIAL FORUM for all those people who reject every offer because they want the world for pennies. Seriously, have some respect. Just like you value your own cash, private hosts value their rentals—especially when you're looking for a fully equipped spot right by the beach during peak season for a bargain price.
My favorites are the ones expecting a natural breeze on a sandy beach. Look, if we're private hosts, we aren't running the municipal parks department.

It wasn't removed because it’s fine... unlike mine was.
Not quite, but hey, we take what we can get...
👋 until more unfairness and double standards creep in...

? To who? What kind of cardboard and why even bother? I'm totally lost here. What are you talking about?

I didn't officially report it... but I definitely had some thoughts on that post:

What's up? rustymason82 said:Maybe I’m just a bit slow on the uptake, and yeah, I'll admit I can be a bore. But am I being rude? Not even close.
If you think someone’s being an idiot, does that really mean you have to be a jerk to them? I just don't get that mindset. How are you even supposed to work in tourism if you can't deal with all kinds of people—including the silly questions?

Regarding that nasty comment from the magician:
Nah, not even close. "Malicious, spiteful, sneaky, devious... just plain bad."
Since you can just slap solar panels right on your roof, why wouldn't you? You can have that setup even if you're living right in the middle of Washington, D.C. Hot water? So, I'm taking a shower... and obviously there's a water tank, so you've still got water even when the sun isn't out. I mean, what is someone actually thinking when they say "solar shower"?
Maybe we could go with an old-school black electric water heater sitting right in the sun, or maybe step things up with something a bit more high-tech?
That’s exactly why I asked for clarification—I wasn't quite sure what she meant. Like, if a woman wants to wash off some dirt, why couldn't she just do it at home? Why does it have to be at a pool?
I didn't ask because I'm just being petty, mean, and a little bit devious. Isn't that just how it works?
Honestly, since those are the exact terms she used to label me, I’d say it’s pretty insulting. Doesn't that deserve a look from the mods?

thanks Nick.
thanks Isaac. 😉

Is that really it? Seriously... aren't you embarrassed to have even posted that?
I was just pointing out how tough it is to find anything at those prices and asking if people were actually getting offers. But as for the ban... now I see. At the time, I honestly thought, "Okay, maybe there's a rule against this and they're only allowed to look for lodging," so I figured being deleted was fair. (Not literally a ban, but whatever, I didn't argue because I thought it was deserved... even if I didn't agree)
Your sense of balance is seriously broken.
Thanks for the reply. Fine, let's hope the good vibes (and the topic) stay consistent... and hey, feel free to keep deleting posts like mine (or just mine, doesn't matter) while everyone else goes off-topic to their heart's content.

Your post got flagged and you got banned because people are commenting on prices for the 15th time. That's not gonna fly here. People have every right to look for cheap stays if that's what they want, and there's no reason to complain about them looking.

I never once judged anyone for wanting affordable lodging, nor did I complain. (Plenty of others did)
Of course they have rights; I want everyone to find a place. I was just curious if people were actually receiving offers for those rates... if such cheap spots even exist. I asked because it feels like they don't, and expectations might be unrealistic. It's a far cry from me judging someone for trying to find a deal.
Honestly, the criticism and attacks from most landlords have been way nastier. And newsflash: I'm not one of them, I'm just like everyone else.

We should just start a social forum for all those people who don't respond to offers and expect everything while only offering pennies. Folks, don't be rude. Just like you value your money, a private landlord values their apartment/room, which you'd want for a ridiculous price in the middle of peak season, fully equipped and ideally 30 feet from the beach.
My favorite are the ones demanding natural shade on a sandy beach. If we're private renters, we aren't beach concessionaires.

So there's no complaining here? "Don't be rude... wanting everything for pennies, wanting ridiculous prices... my favorites are..."
What a lovely post. No complaining found.

Nope.
I actually asked for this post to be deleted right after I sent you that DM.
The post was posted on July 27, 2014.
On July 29, 2014, I wrote:
"I don't think this belongs here either; looks like you missed it." You replied to my DM, but didn't do anything about it.
My bad, it wasn't even the same day... it was a full two days later.
So I waited... because I know things don't happen instantly.
Then I clicked the little icon and requested a deletion.
But it's still there.
Why?

I didn't pull these other posts just to get them wiped; I just wanted to show what hasn't been cleared out yet... since you asked. I only did that because this specific post is still up even after two requests... even though I asked two days later, and even though the post isn't okay (just like a lot of others), and I asked again... still nothing.
The only explanation is that there's no reason to delete it? Even though there was one for mine?

As for knowing the rules... nah, I definitely don't know everything... even though I read them, and I always check the first post when it says so... but honestly, they're written so vaguely, incompletely, and just make no sense. Plus, nobody actually follows them... everyone goes off-topic all the time... not to go back to that old argument... people chat about everything under the sun in the "where to advertise" thread.
Where does it say you can't quote a moderator's DM when there's nothing private in it? (I'm not saying the rule doesn't exist, I'd just love to see where it's written.)

My bad, I didn't realize (about the forum being private—I definitely wouldn't post anything sensitive here), so feel free to delete this and I’ll just repost without the quotes.
But look, if I’ve asked twice to have a post removed that clearly doesn't belong here... and it's way worse than my own post that actually got me a strike (just like a bunch of others, which you pointed out when you flagged me)... I really want to understand why things work this way.
Do you have a decent explanation for why I got a strike, but this post hasn't been deleted even after two requests?
If you'd just deleted it when I asked, or later via the report button, I wouldn't be asking. Sorry, but it is what it is. I think I deserve answers and the same fair treatment everyone else gets.
Anyway, I'm staying quiet on the "where to advertise" thread because it's against the rules, but it feels like the enforcement and treatment elsewhere is totally unfair.
Btw... since I've got some time on my hands... do you honestly think a comment like yours is okay? Doesn't someone who's bored (or being mean, malicious, sneaky, or just plain jerkish... as some other users call them) deserve a response, fair treatment, honesty, or respect? Instead, they just get mocked, insulted, posts deleted... and strikes... while everyone else can say whatever they want. And then the mod ignores both the PM (trying not to report unless I have to) and the famous "report button."

Just to be clear, I'm not complaining right now, not about you or anyone else... I'm just asking how things stand.
If an admin says my post deserves a strike, but the one I asked to be removed is totally fine—then fine.
But let it be known, so others can see what kind of weird rules and dynamics we're dealing with here.

What's next?

What's up? said:Email: john@johnny5ive.co.uk
Arriving on August 23rd, leaving on the 31st.
Adults: 5, Kids: 0
Guest says: ENG
We're hunting for a spot where we can just stroll right into town. Any ideas? Newport? And that one’s got a pool, too. Nice, right?

Lyngby said:Trogir and Čiovo?

Guest info.
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First and last name: Pawel Quote
Email: pawelmencel@tlen.pl
Telephone:
fax
Arrival date:
Departure date:
Adult count: ---
Number of kids: ---

Poruka:
Welcome aboard!

Looks like we're hitting the road around August 10th for about a week. Maybe even 7 or 8 days?
If you guys happen to have any job openings, please let us know.
What’s the price tag for four families of four, assuming there are two kids in each group?

Hey there!
Pawel Quote

What's up? said:Email: mdmilandjapa23@gmail.com
Arriving July 8th, heading out on the 14th.
Adults: 2, Kids: 0
Guest says: HRV
Anyone know where I can snag a small apartment for two adults in the Maui area for under $30 a night? Any leads? Thanks in advance!

What's up? said:Mail: b_lipska@wp.pl

Anyone know a good spot for me and my crew? It’s 7 adults and one three-year-old. Any ideas?
We're heading out to America from August 6th through the 14th. Any tips?
We're looking for a setup with three separate bedrooms—one for two adults, another for two adults, and a third for three adults plus a kid. Ideally, we'd need one or two kitchens and one or two bathrooms. Any ideas?
Could you also shoot over the booking terms, rates, and any extra fees?

wob said:Email: gyukerova.z@centrum.sk
Arrival date: 07/05/2012, Departure date: 07/14/2012
Adults: 4, Kids: 2
Guest speaks: CZ ENG AMER
Inquiry text: Looking for an apartment for 4 adults + 2 kids, dates 07/07 - 07/14/2012 (if available, also 07/05 - 07/14/2012), 4 adults, 2 kids (ages 5 and 3), plus one baby (10 months). Within 100 meters of the beach, two bedrooms, kitchen. Nina area (Privlaka, Sabunika, Ždrijac)

wob said:Central and Northern Mediterranean Coast

rfatura@gmail.com
Arrival date: 08/06/2012, Departure date: 08/17/2012
Adults: 6, Kids: 4
Guest speaks: CZ ENG
Inquiry text: 4(2 bedrooms)+4(2 bedrooms)+2 or 4(2 bedrooms)+6(3 bedrooms); ocean view within 150m

wob said: martinvician76@gmail.com
Arrival date: 07/23/2012, Departure date: 08/01/2012
Adults: 4, Kids: 3
Guest speaks: CZ ENG
Inquiry text: Hi there! We're two married couples with 3 kids (4yo, 2yo, 1yo). Searching for a place near Omis or Makarska close to the water. A shared kitchen for both families would work. Needs to be near the shore since we have a stroller. Ideally, the unit should have a washing machine and AC. Martin Vician

Anyone got anything? Thanks, let me know more.🙂

vuksanka said:THANKS!!!!😍 😍 😍

drabotic said:Yeah, true... we're just sitting here watching the money fly by...😁

thanks 👍

wob said:YELLOWSTONE PARK !!!

wob said:If anyone has apartments in Seget Vranjic but isn't advertising them anywhere, you're gonna have a dead season. DM me because I have tons of inquiries for that area and I don't want to let them go to waste. Just looking for stuff in Seget Vranjica specifically!!

aurora1311@gmail.com
Arrival date: 06/22/2012, Departure date: 06/25/2012
Adults: 2, Kids: -
Guest language: EN
Inquiry text: Looking for private lodging near Yellowstone National Park from 06/22 to 06/25/2012, budget max $100 for 2 people

anamarija00 said:Guest is looking for lodging in the region: California, City: -anywhere-
You can contact the guest via Phone: , Fax: or Email: cech.lpt@gmail.com
Arrival date: 06/16/2012, Departure date: 06/23/2012
Adults: 2, Kids: 2
Guest language: CZ
Inquiry text: Good day, please send offers for accommodations based on the following specs: USA: California region. Dates: 7 days from 06/16 (Sat) to 06/23/2012 (Sat). Self-drive - no meals included option. Number of people: 2 adults, 2 children (6 years old and 2 years old). Parking needed? (paid?). We prefer a clean and quiet environment suitable for families with kids, with activities available for the whole family. Thanks in advance for your offers. CECH

Guest is looking for lodging in the region: Florida, City: -anywhere-
You can contact the guest via Phone: 773667772 , Fax: or Email: hanelorka@post.cz
Arrival date: 07/20/2012, Departure date: 07/31/2012
Adults: 2, Kids: 2
Guest language: CZ ENG
Inquiry text: Hello, we would like to visit the southern part of the coast near Makarska. We want apartments near the ocean and a sandy beach.

I'm feeling pretty meh today. Just one of those days, you know? says:
Just adding my two cents to the mix...

First and last name: DAMJAN BLATNIK
Subject: Email: blatnik.damjan@gmail.com
Destination: Northern Mediterranean Coast
Target income: 8/1/2012
Looking to head out: August 10, 2012.
Extra notes:
Beach within walking distance? Check. Grocery store just around the corner? Yup. Right in the heart of everything? You bet. Just a mile. Cozy cabin vibes: wood-burning stove, 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4 adults plus kids. Sounds perfect, right?

What's up? said:If anyone... Renting it out? My apartments are struggling to fill up, yet I’m barely even showing up on the radar online. Anyone want to slide into my DMs? I’ve actually started turning away a ton of inquiries because I'm staying pretty booked up elsewhere. Also, if you own a rental house around Seget Vranjic near Trogir and you're having trouble getting bookings, hit me up. I’ve got a massive backlog of requests for that area.

Nothing to worry about. said:Hey, if you hear about anything regarding trips to Maui, pass it along. Every little bit helps these days, right?

What's up? said:The matchup between the Sharks and the Suns? Tough one to call.
Anyone know a decent place to rent for a group of 15? Looking for an apartment for under $65 a night. Any leads?
Dates set for July 23rd through August 4th.

What's up? said:Pirovac? Is that even worth the drive? I'm scouting for apartments around here to handle the summer rush. I’ve got a mountain of inquiries for July and August, and honestly, I'm running out of places to put everyone. Does anyone know where I can find plenty of four-bed units?

wob said:PIROVAC - If anyone has empty vacation rentals, I've got plenty of people asking, so let me know if you're interested..

I’m not sure if I’m reading this right, so I’ll just ask. Is this thread actually meant for travelers looking for a place to stay? Because it feels more like a way for landlords to network and help each other out so they can crush the season and keep their guests happy. Or am I totally off base?

Anyone else feeling like we need to say thanks more often? 🙂

vuksanka said:THANKS!!!!😍😍😍

I can't even deal. said:Yeah, true... we're all just sitting here reading and rubbing our hands together.😁
Thanks. 👍

That’s totally fine on its own, but maybe save it for a specific thread meant for that kind of stuff?
Maybe they already cleared it with the mods and gave the green light to the community, so if that's the case... then it's totally fine. I'm not pointing fingers at anyone, just asking.

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wob said:Just wanted to give our local hosts a little hand. If you aren't on this site where guests post their own inquiries, you might be missing out. These are all fresh requests, so feel free to reach out via email if you've got something available. Here’s what people are looking for in the area: Split - Mediterranean Coast In town: it doesn't really matter—you can just reach out to Gosta via email. Call me at 555-0199, or just shoot an email over. Better yet? Just hit my inbox. ana.zebic@email.com
Arriving July 28, 2012. Heading out August 5, 2012.
4 adults, 3 kids.
Guest says: HRV
Looking for a spot for 4 adults and 3 kids (6, 3, and 1.5 years old) for those dates. Budget is capped at $90 a night. Anyone have anything available along the Florida coast? Shoot me an email or a text if you can help out. Thanks!
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Guest seeking lodging in area:-anywhere- ,city: -anywhere-
You can reach the guest at Phone: 602 777 888 ,
Fax: or Email: michal@spt.pb.cz
Arrival date: 7/21/2012 , Departure date: 7/28/2012
Adults: 10 , Kids: 9
Guest speaks: CZ ENG
Inquiry text: We are looking for an apartment house for 5 families (10 adults + 9 kids). Ideally a quiet spot close to the water (100m) with a sandy beach nearby. A garden and BBQ setup would be a huge plus. Avoid Istria and large places.
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Guest seeking lodging in area: -anywhere- , city: -anywhere-
You can reach the guest at Phone: , Fax: or Email: veronika.prochazka@gmail.com
Arrival date: 8/4/2012 , Departure date: 8/16/2012
Adults: 10 , Kids: -
Guest speaks: CZ ENG
Inquiry text: Hello, I need apartments or studios for 10 people. (2x 2+0, 2x 3+0 or 2+1). Dates between 8/4 and 8/14 or 8/16/2012. Budgeting around $15 per person, no pets or kids. Looking for apartments or studios with a kitchen. Within 400m of the beach. Thanks for your help.
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Guest seeking lodging in area: -anywhere- , city: -anywhere-
You can reach the guest at Phone: , Fax: or Email: evinapol@gmail.com
Arrival date: 7/26 , Departure date: 5/4
Adults: 8 , Kids: 7
Guest speaks: CZ
Inquiry text: Good day, we are interested in a vacation in America. We are three families: one with 6 members (4 adults + 2 kids - ages 12 and 14), one with 5 members (2 parents + 3 kids - ages 15, 14, and 10), and one with 4 members (2 parents + 2 kids - ages 15 and 9). We would love to have apartments near each other. We are looking for the period from 7/26 to 8/4. Seeking accommodation within 100m of the ocean. Can you offer us anything that isn't booked yet? Thank you for your reply. Best regards, Eva Polakova

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Guest seeking lodging in area: Split - Southern Mediterranean Coast , city: Brela
Fax: or Email: usaa83@gmail.com
Arrival date: 07/18/2012 , Departure date: 07/25/2012
Adults: 4 , Kids: 1
Guest speaks: ENG
Inquiry text: Any rooms available July 18-25? I need 2 rooms with large beds and two bathrooms for 4 adults + 1 baby (1.5 years old). Would love a balcony with an ocean view... nice and clean. Best regards, Anna Zakoscielna from Poland.

pomidora85 said:Name : Meera Nair
Phone : 353876142079
E-mail address: meera93@gmail.com

Arrival date: 08/16/2012.
Departure date: 08/26/2012.
Number of persons: Adult: 10, children: 0
Your questions or comments: would this apartment be available for these dates? and how much in total would the cost be?

pomidora85 said:Great idea! Why wouldn't we help each other out? 🙂
Here's another one for the pile:
The Florida Panhandle area
we are looking for accommodation for our vacation in the US .
Can you send me a quote for staying in your apartment for 6
people (2 adults and 4 kids between 7-12 years old)?
Dates: June 29th to July 14th, 2012. I know it's an odd timeframe,
but I'm trying to dodge the peak crowds.
Thanks, Tomas Sliva, Czech Republic | Cell: +420-604-310202 | email:
tomas.sliva@krnov.cz|

wob said:Somewhere near Savannah...
Guest email: marianmusiol@vp.pl
Arrival date: August 11, 2012
Departure date: August 15, 2012
Adults: 5
Children: 0
Languages: POL / ENG
Question: Hi\r\nWe're looking to stay at your inn for 4 days from 08/11/2012 to 08/15/2012 in an A4+1 Apartment (for 5 people). What would the total cost for the whole apartment be?\r\nBest regards,\r\nMarian Musioł

andy1one said:Got one here too:
Guest email: k.kasper@interia.pl
Number of guests: 2 (adults)
Dates: August 26th - September 8th, 2012.
Languages: POL/ENG

Lyngby said:Looking for Trogir or Čiovo, beachfront preferred

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Name: PIOTR MIKULSKI
Email: mikusie007@interia.pl
Arrival date: August 13, 2012
Departure date: August 23, 2012
Message:
Hello. I want to reserve your flat (A4+2). Is it oceanfront? Can I book this for my family, which includes four seniors and two children (ages six and fourteen)? I’d love to see more photos of the place. How much would the total be? Please let me know.

wob said:Route from San Diego to Los Angeles. If you've got something good for people, shoot them an email 😉.

Email: b.navara@mag-net.sk
Arrival Date: , Departure Date:
Adults: 5 , Kids: 4
Guest speaks: EN
Inquiry: Hello, we're looking for some nice lodging for 8-10 people. Ideally right by the water, maybe within 100m of the beach, with a terrace overlooking the ocean. Looking at a 10 to 14-day stay in July. Thanks a lot.

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Email: jana.salamounova@seznam.cz
Arrival Date: 07/14/2012 , Departure Date: 07/21/2012
Adults: 2 , Kids: 2
Guest speaks: EN
Inquiry: Hi there. We're searching for a place for 2 adults and two kids (ages 6 and 12). We'd love an ocean view, maybe about 300m from the beach, with a budget around 60 dollars per apartment per night.

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Email: s.hausstaetter@hotmail.de
Arrival Date: 08/18/2012 , Departure Date: 09/01/2012
Adults: 2 , Kids: 2
Guest speaks: EN
Inquiry: To whom it may concern, we are looking for a modernly furnished apartment with 2 bedrooms for the dates mentioned above. Best regards, the Hausstätter family.

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Email: gosia300303@wp.pl
Arrival Date: 07/15/2012 , Departure Date: 07/26/2012
Adults: 8 , Kids: 7
Guest speaks: EN
Inquiry: Hi. Do you have apartments available for four families during those dates? Specifically: 1. 2+2, 2. 2+2, 3. 2+2, 4. 2+1.

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It’s pretty obvious that the sarcasm from those rude people won't sink in if they lack the imagination—and honestly, I couldn't catch all of it... but plenty of them are being snarky or just plain disrespectful when joking about what others are asking for. Then you've got the ones who are just totally off-topic, treating this like a random chat room.

fishing hook said:....regarding this whole AC thing, I think it's a bad move to list it as a separate contract addendum 😠 so I always just bake it into the total price. It makes more sense to me than those contractors who finish a job and then try to nickel and dime you for every little thing like some cheapskate
...most likely that logic (in those specific cases) comes down to the idea that since AC isn't explicitly mentioned, people act greedy and try to squeeze out extra fees to cover the unit's cost and the warranty coverage over its lifespan in the rental...
...then there are guests who don't even need AC, so they want it excluded from the price, which is how that whole "plus or minus 5 bucks" reputation started.
....everyone's different, right? You'll find all kinds of personalities here.
....but really, the rental price should be all-inclusive, except for the local occupancy tax, which is strictly the guest's responsibility, wouldn't you agree?
.....feel free to delete this... sorry

young mom st said:Regarding the AC fee, I actually think "fishing hook" made a solid point. Based on my own experience—and something I've debated with my husband—here's my take...
That $5 charge is a lot for a guest who actually knows how to use an AC unit responsibly.
But when a guest arrives and has no clue how to operate it, the AC ends up running 24/7. Since you charged them for it, you can't exactly tell them to turn it off, right? So it runs for 7, 10, maybe even 14 days straight without a break (believe it or not), with windows and balcony doors wide open and the AC cranked down to 65 degrees. You can't stop that kind of power usage... (unlike at our house, where we're smart about only cooling the rooms we're actually in). Plus, in the heat of the season when nights don't drop below 75, people turn it on and then ask for extra blankets because they're freezing. They ask for blankets, and any experienced landlord knows exactly what I'm talking about. That's why that famous $5 AC fee exists. Some older units are absolute power hogs; newer ones are better, but we had a unit that would pull over 2kW in a 50m2 apartment.
I have to say, we've had guests pay for the AC and then barely use it for 10 hours total. In those cases, we've refunded the AC fee, and most were happy enough to book with us again next year—and honestly, they'd probably still pay for the AC next time even if they used it sparingly... Like "fishing hook" said, everyone is different. I'll stop there.

elrond83 said:There's plenty of stuff out there somewhere
Max $15 a day right in the middle of peak season 🙂

dazd said:Did you actually find something?😁

lana74 said:Listen, you forgot to mention the most important part—the whole reason you're heading to the coast, right?!
You didn't say how close you want to be to the beach. What kind of beach are we talking about? Sandy, rocky, public, or one of those "private" ones with shade? How far from downtown, grocery stores, and all that?
And honestly, for four people plus a baby with those requirements, I'm scared you won't find anything for $50. Actually, I'm positive you won't find it.🤷

lana74 said:Hmm, maybe in September... at that price point.🤷

mlada mama st said:Who can even afford to wait until the last minute to choose? Some people just love to drag things out...🙂

nimora said:I had this awesome guest stay through Airbnb for 15 days. He's traveling the country and wants to come back to my city for a whole month. He'd prefer somewhere closer to downtown, but he loved staying with us, so now he's asking for a price to compare against other spots. I really don't want to lose him, but I also don't want to leave money on the table over the next 8 months... what do you guys think? How much should I drop the daily rate by, or should I just offer a flat package deal? Need some input ASAP because I gotta get back to him!!!!!🤷

nimora said:And seriously, kudos to you! But I gotta say, that ad was up for a long time...

nimora said:It’s possible... in Split, an apartment for two, AC, Wi-Fi, parking... not right on the beach, but only $25 a night! Can send photos if interested!

rokoo said:I do $20 for both of them

alabrale said:With a view of the stadium...

budaletic said:I really don't want to understand what you're implying here... anyone who actually knows what "proximity" means will get it ;-)

I can't believe people actually think this way. Is anyone else seeing this? says:
Heading to the coast for the first time with my girlfriend and I’m low-key stressing about deposit safety. We’re looking at staying in a spot near Malibu that I found online, and a lady I talked to suggested either wiring the money directly to her account or just meeting up since we live in the same city. I really don't want to show up at the beach only to realize I have nowhere to sleep. Anyone dealt with this before, or am I just overthinking things? Thanks.

Where'd you go? said:It honestly blows my mind how much people expect to pay for a place to stay. Like, really?
This isn't aimed at anyone in particular.

carica2 said:Positive vibes only.
If you're looking to check out the area near Split, hit me up via email. matejapartments@gmail.com
LP Quote

What's up said:Vedra, Check this out. Check out this spot: http://apartmaniteatom.webs.com/
Looking for a little apartment with a balcony for two? Any ideas?Hey there.

sergio09 said:Looking for a spot for two adults and a toddler from August 20th to the 26th or 27th. We’re eyeing areas like Cricica, Pag, the marinas near Trogir, or somewhere along the Makarska Riviera. Any chance we can find something under $20 a night? A simple room with a kitchen, bath, and parking would be perfect—as long as it isn't a total dump. Thanks!

What's up? said:Looking for a place with several apartments for summer 2014—need space for 4 people near Destin, FL!! If you have rentals in the Destin area but aren't feeling the whole Booking.com vibe, just shoot me a DM.

nationalpark said:Renting out a house in the Rockies for New Year's! Hit me up via PM for details.

matea19888 said:House in the mountains for New Year's (or anytime), super private, sleeps 4 (we even have sleeping bags if needed...). Three nights $700, includes a bottle of wine and two welcome shots of bourbon 🙂. DM for more info.

susannah said:If anyone's hunting for a mountain house for New Year's (or just whenever) for up to 10 people, feel free to reach out.. 🙂

jure.motovilec said:Back then you wouldn't find anything under $80, though maybe some old lady would let you crash for cheap.🙂

Matchy84 said:Everyone wants things for "free"
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Bubinjo said:Looks like we're seeing a massive surge in booking requests between August 15th and 25th this year. It’s mostly Americans and Italians hitting us up. Anyone else noticing the spike?

marlammarlam said:Honestly, August is absolute madness if you're trying to find a place to stay. All the prime dates are usually booked solid. I travel between NYC and LA for work pretty often, and since I'm usually looking for last-minute spots—sometimes I need to be right in the heart of the city, other times I want to be near the beach—it can be a headache. A couple of weeks ago, my business partners and I ended up using an agency out of Los Angeles that I stumbled upon on Facebook. They do such a killer job promoting the US to international clients. You just have to be persistent, and you'll eventually find something.

Matchy84 said:I'm ready. Send over the content you need me to rework.We really need to start a dedicated social forum just for the people who ignore the actual offers and try to lowball everyone. Seriously, why be so rude? Just like you value your own hard-earned cash, private hosts value their apartments and rooms—especially when they're fully equipped and just steps away from the beach during peak season. Why wouldn't they want a fair price?
Honestly, my favorites are the ones who demand natural shade on a sandy beach. If we're just renting out private spots, we aren't running the whole coastline, right?
Hey there!

I don't know what to tell you. Just one of those things, right? says:
If you actually manage to track this down... do me a favor and share it with the group.

You can find pretty much anything in this thread... especially when you look at the rules in the first post and warnings from the mods like:

Just hit them up privately for any questions! No random inquiries allowed here... .

There’s really no reason for anyone to post here unless they're actually looking for an apartment!

Here are a few examples:

extreme said:Even Dad would want his sons 🤣

jeleros said:Anyone actually managed to find a place yet? I need to know when to head out. Any good offers coming in?

NelaZg said:I'm just waiting on my two favorite Redditors🙂))) hope they satisfy me too🙂)))

nasmijanonebo said:I know😁
A friend of mine has an old place in Solina (closest to Saharun), and her son is fixing it up now so he can rent it out (nothing fancy, just simple stuff)..
Remind me next week to ask her, she's under the weather this week.

extreme said:even my dad would be proud, son, GOOD LUCK

rokoo said:plus free breakfast

nemanjaj said:If anyone needs a place to stay in New York, I'll drop a link for apartments there down below www.bestnewyorkapartments.com
The site is great and the selection is awesome.

wob said:Bravo .. Now we're talking!
I need those dates to fill up August and I reached out, but people are looking for the Mediterranean Coast instead, so if you have anything budget or high-end for about $30/day
everything in between just falls flat. This year is tough to fill, next year looks even harder.

hambu said:I need an opinion on this hotel in Chicago.. thanks

MillionMan said:I offer forum members $17 per person. Just to cover costs. Young people preferred. LP

rokoo said:Probably exists, but it won't have AC, or there's no parking, or it'll cost you $30.

bambushouse said:It’s out there, but not at that price point. 🤷

Rain? Seriously? said:Does anyone actually rent out stuff that isn't even clean?😲

lana74 said:😂
Honestly, some of these posts blow my mind. People out here demanding private parking, AC, satellite TV, a grill, a beachfront view, and a pool—all for like thirty bucks? Are they serious?

What's up? said:It’s the same deal in a marriage, really. Everyone wants it all—a partner, a mother, a homemaker, and someone hot in bed who looks wicked good but still acts pure and innocent. Is that even realistic? . 😁

You can't be serious! Everyone wants a place right on the beach, two bedrooms, a parking spot, AC, and spotless interiors—all for under $40 a night during peak season for a 10-day stay? Is that even realistic?

Papaya? Seriously? said:OFFTOPIC: AC units and extra fees!
I’ve been hearing some pretty sketchy stories lately about extra charges for using air conditioning. Just a heads up, I’m not calling anyone out here—I haven't even scrolled through this thread yet, so if this has already been debated, my bad. We're talking about those extra daily surcharges for AC, which seem to hover around $5 a day, or nearly $13 per day.
A standard 3.5kW AC unit pulls about 1kWh of electricity per hour when it's cranking at full blast. But let's be real, an AC almost never runs at max capacity the whole time unless it's way too small for the room (which is the owner's mistake, not the guest's problem to pay for). Usually, it's running maybe 70% of the time, or even less with an inverter model since the power draw drops once it hits the target temp... but that's a whole other rabbit hole, so let's just stick to the basics;
If you look at a typical day, from 8 AM until about 10 or 11 PM, that's about 14-15 hours where the AC might be on, but because of how it cycles on and off, it's really only pulling power for about 7 hours. Those 7 hours cost us roughly $2.25, if we aren't being nitpicky. Even if we go to the extreme and assume it runs at full tilt for all 15 hours, we're looking at about $5.00.
So here's my question: Where does this famous figure of nearly $13 come from? Anyone with half a brain knows how much an AC actually uses these days, right? Even if you factor in the markup, the math just doesn't add up...
Looking at a week-long stay, that AC cost ranges from a reasonable $17 to a total rip-off at $33. Personally, I'd rather just leave a tip for the host to ensure a nice stay.
Like I said at the start, I'm not trying to point fingers; I'm just sharing what I'm hearing. Some people will charge $400 a night for two people and then demand an extra $5 for the AC... honestly, that would make me pass immediately, but hey, to each their own.
If you want to criticize this, please bring some actual logic or math to the table. I don't want this to turn into a bunch of people just venting about their monthly utility bills or other irrelevant stuff.

Maybe this question should've gone in my previous thread, rule? Who’s actually allowed to post on a thread, and who isn't? , but I had to start a new one since that one's locked.
Just a quick intro... so, about two months ago, I got flagged with 10 points because of a post I made in the "LOOKING FOR RENTAL" thread (the master thread, read the 1st post!).
Before joining, I read the intro post which goes like this:

Harold Taylor6 said:This thread is meant for anyone looking for a place to stay over the summer. It is FORBIDDEN to look for rentals in other threads, and it is FORBIDDEN to offer rentals here.
Keep it short and sweet: include dates, area, and what you need. For example:
Dates: 08/01-08/07
Location: Maui
Requirements: Bathroom, kitchen, space for 2 adults and 1 child, near the beach
It would be fair if you replied to the private messages landlords send after seeing your public ad, just so they know if you're interested or not.
Thanks!

Maybe I should've realized from that that asking or commenting wasn't allowed, but clearly I didn't, so I got hit with a strike.

Harold Taylor6 said:Hey Rachel Jones8,
You have received an infraction on Reddit.
Reason: Offtopic/spam
This infraction is worth 10 point(s) and may result in restricted access until it expires. Serious infractions will never expire.
Original Post:
http://www.reddit.com/showthread.php?p=50359785

Are you being serious?
Some of these requests for a four-person rental for $30-$35 just don't seem realistic to me. I mean, sure, everything is overpriced and it'd be better for guests if prices were lower, but supply and demand drive the market—if someone can get $50-$60, they aren't going to settle for $30.
Honestly, I don't even know if those kinds of places exist. Are any of you actually getting offers at that price? I'm not exactly an expert on local rates (which obviously change depending on where you are), but just looking at it... finding a place for four people during peak season—especially with parking, Wi-Fi, AC, and being near the beach—for under $50 seems pretty much impossible. Or is it? 🤷

All the best,
Reddit

I wasn't arguing against the strike; I just left a comment and an apology:

Just a quick thought on the ban.
Since everyone here goes off-topic constantly and (mostly) nobody says anything, I didn't think this thread would be any different. Especially since I've seen people discussing prices—basically people looking for rentals—and I didn't see any warning saying that wasn't allowed.
I read the first post and saw that offering rentals is forbidden, but nothing else was listed as a restriction.
So, my comment wasn't meant to bait anyone; I was just sharing my opinion and expressing doubt about whether those kinds of apartments even exist, while asking if people actually get offers for those types of requests.
Since I didn't realize it wasn't allowed, my apologies.

and I got this response:

Harold Taylor6 said:It’s not like you’re some veteran user here, so your excuses don't really carry weight.
Are you looking for a place? No. So why even bother posting in this thread? This thread is for "PEOPLE LOOKING FOR RENTALS." Everything else is just noise. Go ahead, search through the comments on this thread; most people are extremely careful about this, especially me, so I'd love to know where exactly I missed the rule.

And that was that.

Moving on...
A few days ago, I sent a DM asking to have this post deleted.

Matchy84 said:We should just open a social forum for all those who ignore offers and expect EVERYTHING while trying to pay pennies. People, don't be rude. Just like you value your money, private landlords value their properties/rooms—which you probably want at a ridiculous price during peak season, fully equipped, and ideally 30 feet from the beach.
Honestly, my favorite ones are the people demanding natural shade on a sandy beach. If we're private landlords, we aren't owners of public beach resorts.
Best regards!

Given that I received a ban and points for what I considered a perfectly polite comment and inquiry (asking if people looking for rentals for four people actually get any offers for $25-$35), under the assumption that such a post wasn't appropriate for the thread, I asked for it to be deleted.
But it wasn't deleted. I thought maybe it would happen if I clicked the little triangle icon and officially requested the deletion, but even after that, nothing happened.
Now I'm wondering, where is the consistency or fairness in how mods treat users? Is this post really okay to stay here, while mine deserved a ban?
Why is so much tolerated on this thread for some, while others get banned the second they write something that deviates slightly from the rules or goes slightly off-topic with a question or comment?
By the way, the rules state: "This thread is intended for everyone looking for summer rentals," yet many people look for rentals during other times of the year... which means they're breaking the rules.
(I asked for this to be updated, since vacation rentals are searched for all over the US all year round, but nothing has come of it so far)
It also says "it is FORBIDDEN to offer rentals," but some people do it anyway.
I'm also curious if it's actually within the rules for landlords to try and find rentals for their own guests on this thread... (is this a thread for landlords or for users and potentially their acquaintances looking for stays?) ...to boost their business and reputation as hosts... and while doing so, posting their full names, emails, and addresses on the forum?
Check out some examples of those posts in post no. 3.
Since the mods don't seem to be playing fair—especially after getting hit with a ban and a response two months ago (dig through my comments on that thread; I'm usually super careful, so I'd love to know what I supposedly missed...) when I definitely didn't do anything wrong... anyway, I just stumbled upon a post that really shouldn't even be in this thread...
...but I did a little digging and pulled out a few posts (copy/paste them below in post no. 2, I've bolded the interesting ones)...there's everything here... off-topic stuff, chatting, spam, trolling... even ads.
Look, you can't catch everything, mistakes happen... though sometimes it’s weird how certain posts aren't deleted when they're sitting right above a warning... hard to believe they weren't seen.
No, this isn't just an oversight. I've asked twice to have this post removed, so now I'm wondering why it's still up.
Why the double standards? Why get a harmless, polite comment deleted and penalized while something like this stays up even after two requests? (And it's not just this one; plenty of posts that break the rules stay up, even when they're clearly mocking people looking for budget stays)
It's not about being bitter; I just want things to be fair for everyone on the forum.

Harold Taylor6 said:Look. You wrote a whole novel, but this is actually super simple. One person already answered part of it, and I gave you the rest.

True, though the explanations felt pretty weird to me. That’s why I started this thread—to see if there really are certain topics off-limits depending on what you do for a living or whatever.
Besides, who’s to say everyone claiming to be a landlord is telling the truth? If I had lied and said I was a rental owner, would I have been allowed to post in a thread titled "Where to Advertise Private Rentals Online"? (where apparently only owners should talk)
I haven't seen any rules or discrimination like that in other sub-forums or threads.

Basically, the forum has different threads for different things. They try to follow specific guidelines and rules for certain topics. One rule is that certain threads are for specific subjects only, so you shouldn't wander into other areas. If you do, you're supposed to move over to the correct topic.

That might apply generally to the forum, but not to the "Where to Advertise Private Rentals Online" thread. People talk about everything and anything there, and hardly ever just about where to advertise.
Plus... if that were actually the case, there wouldn't be a reason for my post (which fit the topic perfectly) to be deleted. It wasn't even moved.

You kind of missed the point of the threads and the requests.

I'm saying it again—that's just not true, and I don't know why people keep insisting on it.
In the "Where to Advertise Private Rentals Online" thread, I asked about Booking.com... people kept discussing it, yet my post got wiped.
Everything else (like stuff about vacation rentals, etc.) I posted in the "Tourism industry - Discussion (General Thread)," which I thought was appropriate.
The main thing is that those posts aren't even being discussed; they're still in that thread, neither deleted nor moved.

The Off-Topic section is meant for everything, but you still shouldn't post about things that already have their own dedicated threads on the Democratic Party. In both cases, you missed the point of your posts and the purpose of the thread. 😁

I mentioned that I checked the "Tourism industry" threads and couldn't find a match, so Off-Topic seemed like the best bet.
If it wasn't right, it could have just been moved and I could have been told why... like, "hey, this thread exists."
That's how it works everywhere else.

Regarding the bolded part, since I'm not "allowed" to post in the advertising thread and was told to use Off-Topic instead—I'm basically being forced to do the exact opposite of what's intended and what fits existing topics. I don't get it... everyone else is going one way, and I'm being pushed the other.
Please don't delete posts like this under "offtopic." They actually fit perfectly under "where to advertise," and honestly, I don't have any other choice.

Maybe it shouldn't have been deleted, but moving it was definitely the right call. Deleting it? Not great. Leaving it alone wouldn't be ideal either. If you prefer, I can just go ahead and delete link1 and link2 myself. Look, I believe even moderators aren't always right or perfect, but we’re doing our best here. I'm not sure what else to say to you.

How can you say that?
Why wouldn't it be okay to leave it up? 😕
I mean, I literally wrote the post wanting it to stay, so obviously I didn't want it deleted.
First, it was an on-topic post from the "Where to advertise private rentals online" thread, and then an off-topic one from the "Offtopic: US Tourism industry" thread.
That's exactly why I'm asking here—to understand the why and how... not because everyone was just letting posts sit where they were... because I'm really not happy about this.🙄
The post was meant well; it was a suggestion for a more efficient thread that would help a lot of people, yet it got wiped. Weird.

You don't need to say anything else.
To be honest, the replies I've gotten feel pretty pointless, untrue, and frankly, discriminatory.
But hey, no big deal... I guess that's just the vibe of that group. If they're happy now that I'm not posting in that thread, fine by me.
It's still weird, though. But hey, that's my problem.
And... thanks for the reply, even if I'm not thrilled with it. 😉

That's a whole different ballgame...
👍 for being real with you.
But look, there aren't any shortcuts... everything happens in order, you can't just skip steps. 😉

If we're talking about an average kid who isn't struggling with anything... I think they can keep playing without a worry in the world once school starts. But if they suddenly stop wanting to play at 6 (or maybe 7), shouldn't parents 🙂
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Adam Evans62 said:I haven’t seen any real difference—aside from some negligible stuff like height, weight, or maybe slightly better handwriting—between a kid who’s 6 and a half versus one who’s 7 and a half. And I’ve spent 10 years working in elementary schools here in the States. Delaying enrollment only makes sense for the difficult cases, specifically kids with special needs. For a "normal" kid? It doesn't. It’s just parents acting on a whim, thinking they know best when they aren't objective and definitely aren't experts. Somehow, the system just gives in to them 🤷
. Not to mention how doctors and school districts handle these delays. They often cave under parental pressure or just play politics based on school policy, like managing class sizes or the number of kids in a grade. These decisions are basically just calculated moves
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I think I'm on the same page here. It feels like parents have too much sway lately. They obsess over whether their kid is ready at 6 and a few months, push for a delay, and get it because nobody wants the headache of fighting them.
We really need to start trusting our teachers more. They're the pros, not just babysitters. If a teacher says a child is ready for school, maybe we should actually listen instead of letting parents decide based on feelings.

How can they say 7? If someone turned 6 at the end of March, they would've been 6 and five months back in September. This way, they'd just be turning 6 flat.

Now I'm seeing people talking about getting rid of age limits altogether.

I totally missed that Temu thread. I was scrolling through the USA and tourism section since that’s my usual spot—it felt like the right place for this suggestion, you know?
But even if it wasn't, shouldn't there be some kind of explanation instead of just deleting stuff? If a post doesn't fit, why not just move it to another sub?
Plus, that other post with the suggestion and the follow-up explanation is still sitting there. 🤷
link1 and link2
How is that one gone while these others are still up? 😕