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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 2:22 am
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HawaiiO
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Probably be a good idea to book a cab if u are taking it during rush hour around People's Square.
It's really hard to find a cab in that area.

Maglev is nice.
Depending on the time of the day, it can go fast or really fast.
There are two operating speeds.

Originally Posted by username
Thanks guys!

It seems the accessibility of the subway system is not great considering how new the system is - I think it would be challenging with my stuff. I have a rollaboard and a 22 inch suitcase - I can't drag both of them up or down the staris but I can pull both OK. I don't have the final weight yet as I have not finished shopping

In SFO, I have no problem dragging them through BART to go to downtown. Here, between the accessibility and the crowd, I think it is just asking for trouble. (On top of that, the bags need to be X-rayed going into the subway system.)

I took the #2 train today. There is a standing area in each car for people with suitcases. So, it would not be bad once I am on the platform.

Since the point is really to try the maglev, I guess I will take the taxi to the MagLev. I am going to see where the New World Mall is.

Thanks.
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