Sir, I am staying at the Washington Hotel, Room 505-506-507.

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I'm continuously amazed by the technology here, as the hotel I am staying at includes a 52-inch flat screen TV, wireless broadband Internet, and a remote control that operates all the lighting, air conditioning, all in my own room.

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Or better yet, when I am out of town and staying at the home of a friend or family member, I ask the locals where I can get fresh crabs since I enjoy cooking when on vacation.

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