plus size shopping in/near rochester

Hi Hope someone can help me with this, my husband will soon be spending a few days in rochester and I am hoping that he will be able to do some shopping along with work. I would love to get a warm outer coat, similiar to ski-wear for me as I would be a 3x or 4X size the only options in Ireland are mens wear and look very unfeminine. I have googled and like the range from Juonia but they don%26#39;t seem to have any stores. Is there any stores that would stock womens outdoor gear in the area?

Thanks

plus size shopping in/near rochester

Apache Mall in Rochester has a large number of stores (all connected indoors) and I suspect many (especially the major chain stores) will have some items in those sizes.

Store listing:

www.apachemall.com/mallmap.asp…

Most will have a good stock of outdoor wear....especially on days like today when it is well below zero F (something line -25C).

Visited neighboring Cork last April on a very much too short cruise ship stop. Gotta go back, gotta go back!!!

plus size shopping in/near rochester

thank you for thst information, I will point him in that direction.

next time you are in ireland, try clogher beach, where my name comes from, about 9 miloes from Dingle county kerry and the best place ever!

It looks like Apache Mall has Lane Bryant and Catherine%26#39;s, two specialty stores for plus sizes. I often shop at Kohl%26#39;s and Penney%26#39;s for stuff in these sizes. I noticed that this page has an advertisement for Fashion Bug, and they have a store in Rochester at NW Plaza, Hwy 52 and 55th Av NW.

I%26#39;ve found that finding coats and jackets in plus sizes can be rather difficult unless one shops before the season begins or early in the season. It%26#39;s too bad there isn%26#39;t a Burlington Coat Factory in Rochester because they have a larger selection. Of course, at this time of year if one finds something, it might be considerably reduced in price. In any event, good luck!

There is a new strip mall on the very southern side of Rochester called Shoppes on Maine. There is a ';Catherines Plus Sizes'; store there. I%26#39;m not sure what they offer. Take broadway south towards Stewartville and take the 48th street SW exit. Over the bridge to your left.

Also, if you have a car you may want to check out the Phenomenal Woman Consignment Shop in Zumbrota (maybe 30 minutes if the weather is decent). They specialize in nice used clothing sizes 14 and up. Check Mapquest for directions...there is nothing but fields on your way there so you may want to keep that in mind.

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Hotel/motel near Airport

What is a good low priced but decent hotel/motel that is close to the Duluth Airport?

Just doing one night stay.

Somewhere That I can leave my car for a few days as well.

Hotel/motel near Airport

I think the Fairfield Inn is near the airport.

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Hotel/motel near Airport

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I can%26#39;t say enough about the Country Inns and Suites [the one in Hermantown]. It is closest to the airport of any of the hotels, always clean, comfortable, and a great staff. Depending on when you flying in or out basic room will be about $90. They have park and fly, and will get to and from the airport at no cost.

Trip ideas

I am planning a vacation for our 35th anniversary. I need to stay in the Mexico, United States, or Canada. Also, prefer an all inclusive. What are some of the favorites out there?

Trip ideas

Traveling Grandma55,

To be honest, that%26#39;s a big question. Lots of choices within those the region you identified. It will depend a lot on what you%26#39;re interests are and what you might want to accomplish in a vacation. You%26#39;d need to give some sense of your interests. Activities, type of area (i.e. beach vs big city, vs. other aspects) would also be important. For example, I like San Antonio, New York, and spots in Florida, all for different reasons. Also, is US/Canada/Mexico absolutely a dealbreaker? If you%26#39;re willing to entertain Mexico, would you entertain Central America or South America with an all-inclusive? Keep in mind most airports are only a few hour flight from Miami to Central America, and even Quito, Ecuador. I think if give more insight on your interests responders can give you more meaningful answers.

Trip ideas

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So MANY great options. 3 of my favorites:

From Minnesota, it%26#39;s easy to get to a place like Mazatlan, Mexico, or Playa del Carmen or Cancun. If you like relaxing on a beach for your anniversary, AppleVacations and WorryFreeVacations usually have good charter flights to Mexico.

If you want to go the other direction, it%26#39;s fun to cruise in Alaska. A lot of daylight, stunning scenery and a few good cruiselines to choose from (leave from Seattle or Vancouver or Anchorage).

Our how about getting on the train for a trip to Glacier National Park? There are beautiful lodges in the park.

For our 25th we did a cruise to Alaska from Seattle. All inclusive except for drinks and shore excursions. Post-cruise we rented a car and drove all over Alaska doing our own touring, on our own schedule...mostly staying at B%26amp;Bs.

The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Michigan includes meals in its packages. http://www.grandhotel.com/index.html So depends on what ';all inclusive'; means to you.

There are some interesting cruises on the St. Lawrence River.

The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs has some packages that include dinner. Similarly the Salish Lodge adjacent to Snowqualmie Falls, near Seattle, has room %26amp; dining packages. http://www.salishlodge.com/index.php

Very romantic.

I think a cruise around the caribbean would be nice.

Flights to Florida can be affordable and usually cruises have good food! Plus, you get to go to different islands and check them out for future trips!

Good value!

Free entertainment every night too.

Good value if you ask me.

Check out

www.hobbittravel.com

they always have good deals on there

The Depot train museum coupons

Does anyone know where I could get a coupon for The Depot in Duluth? We will be driving up there to meet some friends from Grand Marais on Saturday (Jan. 24) and their little boy is going through a train phase, so we definitely want to go to the train museum.

I%26#39;ve googled, but haven%26#39;t found anything. Do you know if any of the tract rack brochures up there have Depot coupons?

I know the Entertainment/Happenings book for Twin Ports Area has one, but I don%26#39;t think I%26#39;ll be up there enough this year to justify buying the book. If you have the book and won%26#39;t be using your Depot coupon, I%26#39;ll gladly take it!

The Depot train museum coupons

Check hotels closeby, they often have coupon books for local attractions.

The Depot train museum coupons

This website:

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talks about the ';Northland Coupon Book'; (though for the Great Lakes Aquarium in this article). This may be a good thing to ask about. Yes, I%26#39;d call a hotel or two in the area and ask them, and you might also try calling the train museum itself and ask them if there are any coupon books. You may get a nice employee who will give you information on how to find a good coupon.

Also, check the entrances of restaurants for flyer displays. Even the lobby of the Depot itself has a large flyer and brochure display, though my guess is that they don%26#39;t have any for the Depot attractions.

Nightlife after T-wolves game.....

Where%26#39;s the best place to go after a T-wolves game? My wife and I are going to a game at the end of January and are looking for some ideas on where to go out after the game? Is there any good places near the Target Center, we are staying near the Mall of America. We will have a car but dont want to worry about drinking and driving, so contemplating the light rail or a taxi, which is the best way to go?

Nightlife after T-wolves game.....

Definitely light rail. It%26#39;s not even close. Keep in mind, though, the light rail stops running at 1:15 a.m., I think. So you might have to taxi it back. No biggie. But at least take the light rail to downtown to save the $30. It lets you off less than 2 blocks from the Target Center.

As for nightlife, the Target Center is right in the middle of the state%26#39;s largest collection of night life (Warehouse District). It depends on what you look for in a bar. And your age. The Loon might be a good starting spot. You%26#39;ll see that when you get off the train -- kiddie corner from train stop. 5th St. and 1st Ave. N. Try that out. Also would suggest Imperial Room on 1st Ave (another half block past the Loon from Target Center, other side of street).

But if you tell me more about what you like as far as nightlife, I can give more detailed recomendations. (So can others)

Nightlife after T-wolves game.....

Thanks for the info..... my wife is 25, I%26#39;m 37, normally we like kind of low key bars/lounges where its not wall to wall people, but this is a night out on the town for fun, so we are looking for a little dancing and good times, just dont want it to be so packed that you cant move around....

I think the Shout House is fun it%26#39;s a dueling piano bar. Check it out www.shouthouse.com

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What day of the week is the game? (assuming Fri or Sat if you%26#39;re traveling)

what night of the week will be a decider too

if it%26#39;s thurs/fri/sat

there%26#39;s SneakyPete%26#39;s - right accross from light rail and Target Center

or Nye%26#39;s - about 8 blocks up Hennepin - quick cab right

light rail will be your best bet for the night

traffic %26amp; parking will be a b1tch game night

Its a Friday night game....

check out Nye%26#39;s Polonaise - and be sure to go to both sides of the bar.

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Voted by Esquire as best bar in America --

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try to get one of the coveted booths by the piano bar.

Some of the more tame places that I like are Gluek%26#39;s, Lyon%26#39;s Pub, Kieren Pub....If you%26#39;re up for a uniquely good time, you cannot miss Nye%26#39;s. It%26#39;s worth the walk or short cab over the bridge.

But, by all means, use lightrail to get downtown.

I would take the light rail. There are plenty of bars right around the target center, a stone%26#39;s throw to be honest. I like The Shout House, Rosen%26#39;s, oh, and you might like The Lone Tree. All of these places are hopping and fun.

Minnesota vs seattle

Whic one would you rather live well first think about Mt st helens and then think about global warming which flooding and minnesota think about harsh winter i need help whic one would you rather live give me a reason why

Minnesota vs seattle

You%26#39;re obviously having trouble deciding where to relocate. Have you traveled to any of the aforementioned locations? You could be on this site forever trying to figure this out online, not to mention forum fatigue for those who read your posts. Have you also tried any statistical online resources? Maybe Google ';US cities comparisons';.

I%26#39;ve stated in previous forums that they%26#39;re both great places to live for various reasons. Seattle has tremendous outdoor beauty, temperate climate and opportunities in all aspects of culture %26amp; career. It%26#39;s a progressively green leader in the states. However, it is very expensive and congested. My sisters live there and are seriously looking at relocating out of the city due to the high cost of living. One sister hates to use her car and often bikes or buses it. The other sister bought a 2nd house in the midwest because it%26#39;s so cheap and much quieter, relaxed. They also tell me it%26#39;s a common practice to tear down older or historic architecture/areas for development%26#39;s sake.

Of course with Mpls you have the downside of the cold winters. However 6-8 months of the year can be absolutely beautiful. It%26#39;s much more affordable and has a high quality of life, a strong educational system and economy, and arts and culture that compare to and often surpass those of the really large cities.

I did face the dilemma of choosing between these two cities to live, and I chose Minneapolis. I have not regrets and it affords me the opportunity to travel to great places like Seattle to visit.

Minnesota vs seattle

I am hating MN right now so I say go to Seattle.

It is 12 degrees here.

Lame-o.

Spend a winter in Seattle and then another winter in Minnesota before you make up your mind. The best place in Minnesota to help you decide is between Bemidji and International Falls.

Mountains in MN????????????????//

What city is close to mountains in minnesota or even steep hills would be find where would you say would be nice place to live something similar ti seattle

Mountains in MN????????????????//

I would suggest Duluth; however, it can%26#39;t compare to Seattle and the Pacific Northwest.

Mountains in MN????????????????//

There are no mountains in Minnesota.

i know that but hasd seen a pic that had some hills something that i like about it

which would you say is nicer place to live washington or MN

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