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Expert: Jason Curodeau - 7/23/2009


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Is that a safe area to stay. river Avenue

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Sandy,
This area of Long Beach isn't the best. Depending on what you are going to be doing during your stay, like taking late night strolls or whatever, I would suggest heading a little further east. I grew up in North Long Beach during the 80's and I survived fairly intact. I just rode through this area today on my motorcycle and although there have been many improvements to the city especially near where the old pike used to be this isn't one of those areas.
If your staying at the veterans center I don't think you will have a problem. If you get the chance you should visit some of the cool shops around 4th and 7th street around Junipero. There are a lot of great old craftsman style homes and California bungalo's all around Long Beach too.
Have a great stay and try and get around to gain a feel for one of my favorite cities in southern California.
P.S. If you like like fish taco's... YOu MUST visit "holy mole". Dollar taco's on tuesday!

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I can answer all questions regarding best routes of travel. Although I cannot predict traffic conditions, I can provide the most scenic and dynamic route for the traveller on a budget and or schedule. I also know the most direct and yet scenic routes.

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I have had the opportunity to travel quite extensively throughout the Southwest and the Pacific Northwest, both as a resident and traveler. My search for adventure and new experiences has given me the thirst for the "road less travelled". Because I am not independently wealthy, the road I travel is as an admirer of the journey. As long as I can find a place to sleep for next to nothing, pack some food, and afford the gas I am down the road. If given a description of the prospective travelers needs I can easily provide them with detailed route options independent of their finances and suited to their needs. Most of my travels have been by automobile. I recently purchased a motorcycle and I am taking ten day trip from Joshua Tree to Auburn California and I am taking back roads and state highways the entire way. I will take a day trip around Lake Tahoe, where I lived for two years, and cruise the old highways of the Gold Mining era. I will cut across towards the Pacific and slowly wind my way down the coast taking in every minute smell and experience temperature changes subtly created by the shadow of leaves

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Some friends and I from the area have started a local music and art "zine" and have experienced some very positive community feedback.

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I am currently a full-time, thirty-seven year old student and I am preparing to begin a career in primary education. I have chosen this field not only because I feel it will be rewarding but also for the travel time it will allow me. I anticipate frequent world travel in my near future.

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