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Quick Vacation Recommendations?

Posted on 7/7/17 at 11:36 pm
Posted by Dale Gribble
Member since Aug 2014
252 posts
Posted on 7/7/17 at 11:36 pm
I need a recommendation for a quick vacation for the GF and myself. We are in our early thirties and would be leaving early August out of Nola for a 3 or 4 day weekend. Would like a nice combination of activities and dining if possible. Done Chicago. She's never been to NYC. Neither of us have done Charleston. Kinda of brain dead on options bc its last minute and work prevents both of us from vacationing frequently. Want to do more than just sit on a beach and drink beer on 30A. Any advice is appreciated.
This post was edited on 7/7/17 at 11:43 pm
Posted by Paul Allen
Montauk, NY
Member since Nov 2007
75219 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 11:25 am to
Nashville and Chattanooga would be nice
Posted by AbitaFan08
Boston, MA
Member since Apr 2008
26588 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 11:27 am to
We talking flying or driving?
Posted by Dale Gribble
Member since Aug 2014
252 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 12:22 pm to
Flying. Nashville did cross my mind. I hear it's pretty happening these days. Any interesting outdoor activities in those cities? The GF brought up Sedona AZ as an option but im worried it may be too hot in August.
Posted by AbitaFan08
Boston, MA
Member since Apr 2008
26588 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 1:10 pm to
I realize I'm being a homer, but 3-4 days is a good amount of time in Boston. And it's much cooler in New England than Arizona.
Posted by hungryone
river parishes
Member since Sep 2010
11987 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 1:13 pm to
+1 on Boston, and here's a vote for Portland, ME. Eat your fill of lobster rolls, ride the mail boat/ferry, enjoy cooler weather & sea views, go shop at LL Bean....
Posted by Fatty Magoo
USA
Member since Nov 2015
1025 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 1:46 pm to
Mexico
Posted by Dale Gribble
Member since Aug 2014
252 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 2:01 pm to
New England is enticing as well. I think our ideal trip would be somewhere where we could do some light outdoor activities and see some nature and maybe get in a water body or pool. Maybe relax a little in the afternoon. She would probably enjoy a little spa time. A nice dinner or two would be a bonus. Really appreciate all of the suggestions. We have the budget to travel just not a work schedule that makes it easy for us.
Posted by Joshjrn
Baton Rouge
Member since Dec 2008
27077 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 2:19 pm to
quote:

New England is enticing as well. I think our ideal trip would be somewhere where we could do some light outdoor activities and see some nature and maybe get in a water body or pool. Maybe relax a little in the afternoon. She would probably enjoy a little spa time. A nice dinner or two would be a bonus


Sounds like Austin would be a good spot, but it's damned hot in August...
Posted by AbitaFan08
Boston, MA
Member since Apr 2008
26588 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 2:25 pm to
quote:

I think our ideal trip would be somewhere where we could do some light outdoor activities and see some nature and maybe get in a water body or pool. Maybe relax a little in the afternoon. She would probably enjoy a little spa time. A nice dinner or two would be a bonus. Really appreciate all of the suggestions. We have the budget to travel


In that case, Aspen, CO

Or Napa. Go eat at French Laundry. It's outstanding.
This post was edited on 7/8/17 at 2:40 pm
Posted by HoustonGumbeauxGuy
Member since Jul 2011
29557 posts
Posted on 7/8/17 at 2:51 pm to
Nashville. A huge list of really cool things to do in a very small area of town. From my own personal experience and discussions with friends, planning a return trip to Nashville usually happens a day or two before anybody leaves for home during the first trip.

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Posted by TinyTigerPaws
Member since Aug 2004
35039 posts
Posted on 7/9/17 at 8:29 am to
I agree with Boston too. So much history. I spent a long weekend there a couple years ago and walked 26 miles. You can go to Martha's vineyards or another water area while you are there to satisfy your water request.

The one drawback is it is pricier than other recommendations, but will be so much cooler.

I want to go to Charleston too, but it will also be hot and humid in August.
Posted by SpringBokCock
Columbia, SC
Member since Oct 2003
3157 posts
Posted on 7/9/17 at 10:12 am to
Denver and Boulder, Colorado. Including Rocky Mountain National Park.

Montreal. Too short to include Quebec City though, which is a shame.

Yes on Charleston.
Posted by cgrand
HAMMOND
Member since Oct 2009
38822 posts
Posted on 7/9/17 at 11:34 am to
flights to Denver can be cheap
rent a car and go explore

we will be back there early august to catch a show at red rocks and relax
Thursday to Sunday is perfect
Posted by Dale Gribble
Member since Aug 2014
252 posts
Posted on 7/9/17 at 1:35 pm to
I actually did Denver/Red Rocks with the bros the other weekend. Great trip but we didn't get to do any outdoor activities since we were focused on partying and music. Would love to go back. She nixed Aspen since she will be going to wedding there soon that I can't attend.

How is Lake Tahoe this time of year? The pics of the water/mountain combo looks awesome. I really want to get in that water. Also looks like reasonable flights and only an hour from the airport.

Thanks for the recommendations and I promise I will learn to post pics when we return.
Posted by Dale Gribble
Member since Aug 2014
252 posts
Posted on 7/17/17 at 6:21 pm to
So in addition to the trip I'm taking with the GF in August, my Father and Sister have decided last minute to go to the Cape Cod area this weekend. I'm gonna join them but none of us have been there before nor know anything about the area. Talk as of now is to stay in Hyannis Port and do a day on Martha's Vineyard and a day on Nantucket. They will have a third day there but I won't. Any tips, ideas, or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Posted by notiger1997
Metairie
Member since May 2009
58152 posts
Posted on 7/17/17 at 6:33 pm to
I would start a new thread about the new request. Might get more interest and catch the eye of someone who's been to that area recently
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