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YEEE HAAAAW! Okies!
By Cindy from Maine
01/03/05
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best steak! gorgeous cowboys and wide open spaces!
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I'm from Maine and get to OK occasionally.
I love Oklahoma! The people are great, the men are considerate, the food is awesome! The wide open spaces of the plains is breathtakingly beautiful. The history of the "wild west" is fascinating. If you get bored in OK, you just don't know how to get around. There is ALWAYS something going on. You'd probably be bored at Disney
World. And a visit to the Memorial is a MUST for every American.
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The Perfect Day In OKC Would Include
By A Yahoo! User from OKC
05/29/05
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Last Visit:May 2005Great for:History/Culture, Nightlife, Budget Travel, Family Vacations1. Breakfast at Jimmy's Egg -- there are several locations.
2. A jaunt through the OKC Zoo. Don't miss the Gorillas, Tigers and Lions. You can even ride on a 'swan' in the lake (paddle boat).
3. Lunch at Sonic -- yes, the drive in -- they started in Oklahoma and it's a tradition. I recommend a Cherry Dr. Pepper!
4. An afternoon shopping the boutiques and antiques stores that line Western between I-44 and NW 36th Stree.
5. Dinner at Mushachi's (make reservations ahead of time). It's a traditional Japanese habachiti type place. If you'd like something more subdued, right across the street is Sushi Neko. (If you prefer an American style cafe, then Queen Ann's is the place.)
6. An evening in Bricktown. From nightclubs, the ball park (or in winter, catch a Blazers game at the Ford Center), you can't go wrong. Ride the water taxi -- the guides are all well educated on OKC's history -- stop by the Bass Pro Shop (which is where I prefer to park -- it's free) -- and play some pool or darts at the Varsity -- my pick for a late evening snack or drinks with the gang!
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wow what a city
By magandavid2003 from sydney australia - See magandavid2003's reviews (1)
06/15/05
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Last Visit:December 2004Great for:History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Nightlife, Family Vacationsthere is nothing to duslike about oaklahoma city what a city great vistas great people divine restaurants and an abundance of hotels to choose from to cater to every tourists needs I am from australia and I think that its one of the finest cities I have ever been to in the world in fact I have met the love of my life there so yes for sure I will be back and soon there is so much to see and do but believe me you will do it in a friendly enviroment with that typical american hospitality
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Oklahoma City--Heartland that pulls at your heartstrings!
By booanddukebassethounds from Frederick, OK - See booanddukebassethounds's reviews (7)
09/26/05
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Last Visit:July 2005Great for:History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Nightlife, Family VacationsOklahoma City has more than proved itself to all of America with the bombing in 1995. However, Oklahoma City has now built a canal with shops, restaurants, dancing, singing, the best of romance and family friendly a person could find. Walk the canal starting after a tour and shopping experience at the new Bass Pro Shop. Afterwards, walk to the canal a hitch a boat ride to gather your thoughts and plan your day along the canal. Shopping is a heritage experience with Native American shops and many other cultural shops. The restaurants are wonderful! All restaurants are within walking distance of historical bricktown, many of which are in Bricktown. The nightlife is great fun. The canal is most beautiful at night with the canal lit up by beautiful lights and personalities of those visiting. You'll find great seafood and american food. Also, take your family to a ballgame at the all new ballfield. So much to do, so little time to write it all. You will not be dissappointed! Great for a date or for a family visit!
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MY Home OKC
By toot_toot_tootsie2002 from Australia now edmond Oklahoma - See toot_toot_tootsie2002's reviews (10)
01/29/06
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Last Visit:January 2006Great for:Skiing/Snowboarding, Hiking/Camping, History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Nightlife, Budget Travel, Family VacationsI have lived in many places but nothing lives up to my Oklahoma.
I may not be from here like my husband i love this city this town, yes i am a want to be Okie' a SOONER, as the song states "You will love Oklahoma"
I do, come one come all and vist this city you will love it the down home hospitality is beyond belief.
There is much to do nite life is grand, safe also i found walking around town at night very safe i live in Edmond love the city, Your new Okie (Sooner) Regina Parker
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A Friendly Home in Motel 6
By A Yahoo! User from Mission, TX
05/24/05
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Last Visit:April 2005Great for:History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Budget TravelThe motel I stayed at was on Meridian Ave. It was only about 5 miles from the Business Cox Center. I was lucky to stay there because there was a bus stop right in front of the motel. This was very convenient. I didn't need to take a taxi and pay $10.00. I only paid $1.25 for the bus fare.
To learn more about the location of the motel, I called a month in advance. I was also given the opportunity to reserve a room to make sure I had a room to stay when I arrived. I didn't have to reserve my room with my credit card. They guaranteed my room without a credit until 6:00 p.m. The gentleman was very helpful in providing me with all the information I needed. He gave me a big picture in my mind of the area I was going to stay in. This way I knew what my expenses were going to be as far as transportation and food deliveries. He also asked me whether I wanted a smoking or non-smoking room. I chose the non-smoking. I also asked him if he could reserve a room for me downstairs and not upstairs. These are all great tips to inquire about when staying at a motel.
The price for the room was pretty reasonable too. I needed a room with a single bed just for me. However, the gentleman offered me a room with a two queen beds, just in case I needed it. When I arrived, I found the room was very clean. There were clean towels and neatly folded on the rack. The bed had fresh sheets and a blanket in case I needed to be warmer. On the other hand, I was able to regulate the temperature. I also figured the owner of the motel likes to save energy because I found one outlet by the television and one outlet in the bathroom. Good, I could charge my cell phone and use the blow drier.
In the evening, I called the desk clerk for a wake-up call. At 5:00 a.m. I heard the phone ring. I picked it up and heard a radiant voice that quickly gave me the will to get up from bed.
While I was there, I focused on the convention that I was scheduled to attend. But, in the morning I did take short walks by the Meridian Gardens and then later I took a walk in the evening and ate at I-Hop Restuarant for some pancakes. This restuarant was just across the street from the motel. This I really really liked, but there was one thing I did not like. The prices at the vending machines at the motel were very very expensive.
Nevertheless, I enjoyed my stay. When I was finally ready to come back home, the front clerk called a taxi. There were no bus fares on Sunday, but I was sure glad that the hotel made the taxi arrangements for me. The taxi was there in 5 minutes. The accomodations I recieved were very adequate for me because I didn't take my car. Nonetheless, my stay was above satisfactory because I had all that I needed to fulfill the purpose of my stay.
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Friends everywhere
By A Yahoo! User
04/07/05
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People are very helpful and friendly here. There are some great musuems to see at least once. Bricktown is starting to become more exciting and the Myriad Gardens are very pretty.
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A great view
By A Yahoo! User
01/01/05
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family oriented, energetic, friendly
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This is a great state. I think a person can always find something great to do, where ever they go, you just have to be creative.
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what i think about oklahoma city
By A Yahoo! User from severna park maryland
02/28/05
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i love oklahoma city i think it is the most sanitary place i have ever been.also the atmoshpere it perfect and i am going to move here
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Great Family Fun
By A Yahoo! User from Ardmore OK
07/23/05
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Last Visit:June 2005Great for:History/Culture, Nightlife, Family VacationsSeveral great small family parks -- With Frontier City and Celebration Station...but a good secret for us is Perfect Swing Fam Fun Center in Norman down by OU campus 30 min away. Super rates and super friendly. They have driving range and huge indoor game room kids klimb with great sports. Kids love it. We now sometimes just stay in Norman and commute into OKC on our weekend stays while doing some other things in Norman area or Lake.
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YEEE HAAAAW! Okies!
By Cindy from Maine
01/03/05
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best steak! gorgeous cowboys and wide open spaces!
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I'm from Maine and get to OK occasionally.
I love Oklahoma! The people are great, the men are considerate, the food is awesome! The wide open spaces of the plains is breathtakingly beautiful. The history of the "wild west" is fascinating. If you get bored in OK, you just don't know how to get around. There is ALWAYS something going on. You'd probably be bored at Disney
World. And a visit to the Memorial is a MUST for every American.
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The Perfect Day In OKC Would Include
By A Yahoo! User from OKC
05/29/05
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Last Visit:May 2005Great for:History/Culture, Nightlife, Budget Travel, Family Vacations1. Breakfast at Jimmy's Egg -- there are several locations.
2. A jaunt through the OKC Zoo. Don't miss the Gorillas, Tigers and Lions. You can even ride on a 'swan' in the lake (paddle boat).
3. Lunch at Sonic -- yes, the drive in -- they started in Oklahoma and it's a tradition. I recommend a Cherry Dr. Pepper!
4. An afternoon shopping the boutiques and antiques stores that line Western between I-44 and NW 36th Stree.
5. Dinner at Mushachi's (make reservations ahead of time). It's a traditional Japanese habachiti type place. If you'd like something more subdued, right across the street is Sushi Neko. (If you prefer an American style cafe, then Queen Ann's is the place.)
6. An evening in Bricktown. From nightclubs, the ball park (or in winter, catch a Blazers game at the Ford Center), you can't go wrong. Ride the water taxi -- the guides are all well educated on OKC's history -- stop by the Bass Pro Shop (which is where I prefer to park -- it's free) -- and play some pool or darts at the Varsity -- my pick for a late evening snack or drinks with the gang!
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wow what a city
By magandavid2003 from sydney australia - See magandavid2003's reviews (1)
06/15/05
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Last Visit:December 2004Great for:History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Nightlife, Family Vacationsthere is nothing to duslike about oaklahoma city what a city great vistas great people divine restaurants and an abundance of hotels to choose from to cater to every tourists needs I am from australia and I think that its one of the finest cities I have ever been to in the world in fact I have met the love of my life there so yes for sure I will be back and soon there is so much to see and do but believe me you will do it in a friendly enviroment with that typical american hospitality
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Oklahoma City--Heartland that pulls at your heartstrings!
By booanddukebassethounds from Frederick, OK - See booanddukebassethounds's reviews (7)
09/26/05
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Last Visit:July 2005Great for:History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Nightlife, Family VacationsOklahoma City has more than proved itself to all of America with the bombing in 1995. However, Oklahoma City has now built a canal with shops, restaurants, dancing, singing, the best of romance and family friendly a person could find. Walk the canal starting after a tour and shopping experience at the new Bass Pro Shop. Afterwards, walk to the canal a hitch a boat ride to gather your thoughts and plan your day along the canal. Shopping is a heritage experience with Native American shops and many other cultural shops. The restaurants are wonderful! All restaurants are within walking distance of historical bricktown, many of which are in Bricktown. The nightlife is great fun. The canal is most beautiful at night with the canal lit up by beautiful lights and personalities of those visiting. You'll find great seafood and american food. Also, take your family to a ballgame at the all new ballfield. So much to do, so little time to write it all. You will not be dissappointed! Great for a date or for a family visit!
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MY Home OKC
By toot_toot_tootsie2002 from Australia now edmond Oklahoma - See toot_toot_tootsie2002's reviews (10)
01/29/06
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Last Visit:January 2006Great for:Skiing/Snowboarding, Hiking/Camping, History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Nightlife, Budget Travel, Family VacationsI have lived in many places but nothing lives up to my Oklahoma.
I may not be from here like my husband i love this city this town, yes i am a want to be Okie' a SOONER, as the song states "You will love Oklahoma"
I do, come one come all and vist this city you will love it the down home hospitality is beyond belief.
There is much to do nite life is grand, safe also i found walking around town at night very safe i live in Edmond love the city, Your new Okie (Sooner) Regina Parker
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A Friendly Home in Motel 6
By A Yahoo! User from Mission, TX
05/24/05
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Last Visit:April 2005Great for:History/Culture, Theatre/Music, Budget TravelThe motel I stayed at was on Meridian Ave. It was only about 5 miles from the Business Cox Center. I was lucky to stay there because there was a bus stop right in front of the motel. This was very convenient. I didn't need to take a taxi and pay $10.00. I only paid $1.25 for the bus fare.
To learn more about the location of the motel, I called a month in advance. I was also given the opportunity to reserve a room to make sure I had a room to stay when I arrived. I didn't have to reserve my room with my credit card. They guaranteed my room without a credit until 6:00 p.m. The gentleman was very helpful in providing me with all the information I needed. He gave me a big picture in my mind of the area I was going to stay in. This way I knew what my expenses were going to be as far as transportation and food deliveries. He also asked me whether I wanted a smoking or non-smoking room. I chose the non-smoking. I also asked him if he could reserve a room for me downstairs and not upstairs. These are all great tips to inquire about when staying at a motel.
The price for the room was pretty reasonable too. I needed a room with a single bed just for me. However, the gentleman offered me a room with a two queen beds, just in case I needed it. When I arrived, I found the room was very clean. There were clean towels and neatly folded on the rack. The bed had fresh sheets and a blanket in case I needed to be warmer. On the other hand, I was able to regulate the temperature. I also figured the owner of the motel likes to save energy because I found one outlet by the television and one outlet in the bathroom. Good, I could charge my cell phone and use the blow drier.
In the evening, I called the desk clerk for a wake-up call. At 5:00 a.m. I heard the phone ring. I picked it up and heard a radiant voice that quickly gave me the will to get up from bed.
While I was there, I focused on the convention that I was scheduled to attend. But, in the morning I did take short walks by the Meridian Gardens and then later I took a walk in the evening and ate at I-Hop Restuarant for some pancakes. This restuarant was just across the street from the motel. This I really really liked, but there was one thing I did not like. The prices at the vending machines at the motel were very very expensive.
Nevertheless, I enjoyed my stay. When I was finally ready to come back home, the front clerk called a taxi. There were no bus fares on Sunday, but I was sure glad that the hotel made the taxi arrangements for me. The taxi was there in 5 minutes. The accomodations I recieved were very adequate for me because I didn't take my car. Nonetheless, my stay was above satisfactory because I had all that I needed to fulfill the purpose of my stay.
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Friends everywhere
By A Yahoo! User
04/07/05
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People are very helpful and friendly here. There are some great musuems to see at least once. Bricktown is starting to become more exciting and the Myriad Gardens are very pretty.
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A great view
By A Yahoo! User
01/01/05
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family oriented, energetic, friendly
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This is a great state. I think a person can always find something great to do, where ever they go, you just have to be creative.
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what i think about oklahoma city
By A Yahoo! User from severna park maryland
02/28/05
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i love oklahoma city i think it is the most sanitary place i have ever been.also the atmoshpere it perfect and i am going to move here
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Great Family Fun
By A Yahoo! User from Ardmore OK
07/23/05
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Last Visit:June 2005Great for:History/Culture, Nightlife, Family VacationsSeveral great small family parks -- With Frontier City and Celebration Station...but a good secret for us is Perfect Swing Fam Fun Center in Norman down by OU campus 30 min away. Super rates and super friendly. They have driving range and huge indoor game room kids klimb with great sports. Kids love it. We now sometimes just stay in Norman and commute into OKC on our weekend stays while doing some other things in Norman area or Lake.
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