Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
Jul 4th 2011, 6:02 pm
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Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
I know many people base their location choices on where family are - but we don't have that consideration...We want:
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Jul 4th 2011, 6:41 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
I know many people base their location choices on where family are - but we don't have that consideration...We want:
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Jul 4th 2011, 7:01 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
What's the kind of business and what's the kind of Budget?
Not much point in mentioning Boston if you want a chunk of land...plus it rains a lot there.
Possibly Portland area of Maine.
Around, but perhaps not in, Burlington, VT
It's not like you didn't say you were against the snow.
But then again, more bang for your buck in say South Carolina....probably in most of the southern states too, but if you're a big drinker etc, might not like some of the south.
Not much point in mentioning Boston if you want a chunk of land...plus it rains a lot there.
Possibly Portland area of Maine.
Around, but perhaps not in, Burlington, VT
It's not like you didn't say you were against the snow.
But then again, more bang for your buck in say South Carolina....probably in most of the southern states too, but if you're a big drinker etc, might not like some of the south.
Jul 4th 2011, 7:28 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
After those criteria have narrowed down, you then have to look at other ones - do you like a drink? If so, Utah might not be for you as the Legislature (aka religiouslature), being around 80% Mormon, aren't fond of it
On the other hand, Utah has very good skiing, the Uintah mountains are very nice with lots of lakes, both small and large, and outdoor activities are pretty good.Both AZ and UT being desert states, there isn't high humidity to match the temperatures, so it's probably more bearable than a southern state that does have high humidity.
Jul 4th 2011, 7:41 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
Bob, have you forgotten how much it rains in summer up here? And that the power goes out all the time in Summer due to storms.
I thought I knew rain coming from England, but it never rained as much as it does here.
I'll be interested to see where everyone suggests, as we've been trying to figure out where would be the perfect weather place to run away to.
I thought I knew rain coming from England, but it never rained as much as it does here.
I'll be interested to see where everyone suggests, as we've been trying to figure out where would be the perfect weather place to run away to.
Jul 4th 2011, 7:47 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
I know many people base their location choices on where family are - but we don't have that consideration...We want:
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Jul 4th 2011, 7:48 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
Bob, have you forgotten how much it rains in summer up here? And that the power goes out all the time in Summer due to storms.
I thought I knew rain coming from England, but it never rained as much as it does here.
I'll be interested to see where everyone suggests, as we've been trying to figure out where would be the perfect weather place to run away to.
I thought I knew rain coming from England, but it never rained as much as it does here.
I'll be interested to see where everyone suggests, as we've been trying to figure out where would be the perfect weather place to run away to.
The power going out when the weather farts is just a East Coast thing I think
Plus, as pricey as Portland is compared to the rest of Maine, it's still relatively affordable compared to most other big cities...
Jul 4th 2011, 7:58 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
OMG! I just jinxed eveything.
When I came into work an hour ago it was beautiful sunshine and 75 degrees.
I looked up after typing that last post, and the sky had gone black, and now its pissing down and hail is hitting the windows, and the lights just flickered!! WTF??
When I came into work an hour ago it was beautiful sunshine and 75 degrees.
I looked up after typing that last post, and the sky had gone black, and now its pissing down and hail is hitting the windows, and the lights just flickered!! WTF??
Jul 4th 2011, 8:21 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
Sounds to me like you are describing California or Oregon - as long as you are prepared to tolerate at least some earthquakes (most of which you won't even notice) ...
Jul 4th 2011, 8:24 pm
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Jul 4th 2011, 8:54 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
I know many people base their location choices on where family are - but we don't have that consideration...We want:
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Jul 4th 2011, 10:38 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
Colorado
Hit -40 this winter so I guess that rules us out.
Hit -40 this winter so I guess that rules us out.
Jul 4th 2011, 10:55 pm
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
I'd probably go to Devon or Cornwall.
I hear it has nicer weather than the rest of the UK.
On the other hand San Diego meets most your requirements except the earthquakes and civilization parts
I hear it has nicer weather than the rest of the UK.
On the other hand San Diego meets most your requirements except the earthquakes and civilization parts
Jul 5th 2011, 2:01 am
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Re: Where to go? Are you British - where did you land?
I know many people base their location choices on where family are - but we don't have that consideration...We want:
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?
Weather better than the UK (Warmer and less wet in the Summer)
Not too much in the way of Tornadoes and/or Earthquakes...
But not too moist
Good Horse-riding trails
Not too far from civiisation (we're British!)
Good links for our business
Where would you go?