Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
Apr 1st 2009, 2:49 am
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
Are you going in summer?
If you want to go later in fall, go to White Mountains in NH, and Green Mountains in Vertmont. (I've been researching both for my parents cos they're gonna do the whole "New England in Fall" thing this year - both sound fabulous)
My dream trip would be to go to wine country in Northern Cali, and then up to Crater Lake in Oregon.
I had really wanted to go home this Summer and over to Ireland for a friend's wedding, but I may not be able to make it...would have been nice about an hour outside Dublin...*sigh*
If you want to go later in fall, go to White Mountains in NH, and Green Mountains in Vertmont. (I've been researching both for my parents cos they're gonna do the whole "New England in Fall" thing this year - both sound fabulous)
My dream trip would be to go to wine country in Northern Cali, and then up to Crater Lake in Oregon.
I had really wanted to go home this Summer and over to Ireland for a friend's wedding, but I may not be able to make it...would have been nice about an hour outside Dublin...*sigh*
We will need to go during the school Summer break, so probably between July/August time, but we want to drive, not fly. NH and Vermont sound lovely, I have looked at NH a little bit online, I think that would be a good destination.
I have heard that Oregon is beautiful, one of the prettiest States, I think it might be nice in Summer, not too hot?
I was hoping to go home too, but with hubby being gone since Jan' I think he wants to stay here this year. I don't mind too much, I might just go over by myself later, if I can squirrel away some pennies. Hope you get to make it to your friends wedding, you never know!
Apr 1st 2009, 2:50 am
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
We will need to go during the school Summer break, so probably between July/August time, but we want to drive, not fly. NH and Vermont sound lovely, I have looked at NH a little bit online, I think that would be a good destination.
I have heard that Oregon is beautiful, one of the prettiest States, I think it might be nice in Summer, not too hot?
I was hoping to go home too, but with hubby being gone since Jan' I think he wants to stay here this year. I don't mind too much, I might just go over by myself later, if I can squirrel away some pennies. Hope you get to make it to your friends wedding, you never know!
I have heard that Oregon is beautiful, one of the prettiest States, I think it might be nice in Summer, not too hot?
I was hoping to go home too, but with hubby being gone since Jan' I think he wants to stay here this year. I don't mind too much, I might just go over by myself later, if I can squirrel away some pennies. Hope you get to make it to your friends wedding, you never know!
Cannon Beach was beautiful as well. We stayed here (described as a historic "Europe style" hotel - you be the judge). http://www.cannonbeachhotel.com/
It was reasonable and the location couldn't be beat.
I would highly recommend Oregon.
If the east coast is what you'd like - I would think Maine would be very nice that time of year. We went in September when it was just getting chilly. Not sure about humidity?
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Apr 1st 2009, 3:59 am
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
I have have heard Maine/Cape Cod are nice it is something I would like to do sometime.
Apr 1st 2009, 12:18 pm
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What holiday? I can't think of anyplace on the east coast at this time of the year that is humid and full of mosquitos.
Why not look into NYC. They are having some great rates on hotels at travelocity right now. Or perhaps Virginia or No or So Carolina. There is always Boston which is a nice city with lots to do and see and many great areas within a short drive to visit.
Apr 1st 2009, 12:37 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
Oregon won't necessarily fit the bill for having an "old feel" but it is a great place to visit! We stayed in an old elementary school that was converted into a hotel ... really unique, the rooms have the old chalkboards, etc. and the school auditorium was converted to a movie theater. (You go for free if you stay there, and sit in comfy armchairs or sofas) (See the Kennedy School on this link: http://www.kennedyschool.com/)
Cannon Beach was beautiful as well. We stayed here (described as a historic "Europe style" hotel - you be the judge). http://www.cannonbeachhotel.com/
It was reasonable and the location couldn't be beat.
I would highly recommend Oregon.
If the east coast is what you'd like - I would think Maine would be very nice that time of year. We went in September when it was just getting chilly. Not sure about humidity?
Cannon Beach was beautiful as well. We stayed here (described as a historic "Europe style" hotel - you be the judge). http://www.cannonbeachhotel.com/
It was reasonable and the location couldn't be beat.
I would highly recommend Oregon.
If the east coast is what you'd like - I would think Maine would be very nice that time of year. We went in September when it was just getting chilly. Not sure about humidity?
Thanx for the links hun, that hotel looks really nice, I am saving all the info, so hubby can have a look when he gets back. Oregon is sounding like it could be a winner! But still leaning toward the East.
Apr 1st 2009, 12:39 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
What holiday? I can't think of anyplace on the east coast at this time of the year that is humid and full of mosquitos.
Why not look into NYC. They are having some great rates on hotels at travelocity right now. Or perhaps Virginia or No or So Carolina. There is always Boston which is a nice city with lots to do and see and many great areas within a short drive to visit.
Why not look into NYC. They are having some great rates on hotels at travelocity right now. Or perhaps Virginia or No or So Carolina. There is always Boston which is a nice city with lots to do and see and many great areas within a short drive to visit.
Apr 1st 2009, 1:09 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
places I would go to on the East Coast are:
Savannah, Georgia..http://www.savannahvisit.com/
Charleston, South Carolina...http://www.charlestoncvb.com/
Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia..http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/
oh wait just realised you want to go in the summer, OK probably not the best time due to the heat and Mozzies but they are still beautiful places and have plenty of history..
Savannah, Georgia..http://www.savannahvisit.com/
Charleston, South Carolina...http://www.charlestoncvb.com/
Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia..http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/
oh wait just realised you want to go in the summer, OK probably not the best time due to the heat and Mozzies but they are still beautiful places and have plenty of history..
Apr 1st 2009, 1:32 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
places I would go to on the East Coast are:
Savannah, Georgia..http://www.savannahvisit.com/
Charleston, South Carolina...http://www.charlestoncvb.com/
Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia..http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/
oh wait just realised you want to go in the summer, OK probably not the best time due to the heat and Mozzies but they are still beautiful places and have plenty of history..
Savannah, Georgia..http://www.savannahvisit.com/
Charleston, South Carolina...http://www.charlestoncvb.com/
Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia..http://www.blueridgeparkway.org/
oh wait just realised you want to go in the summer, OK probably not the best time due to the heat and Mozzies but they are still beautiful places and have plenty of history..
Yeah, for some reason the mozzie's love my blood! I'm trying something new this year, I read/heard somewhere, if you stick a 'bounce' dryer sheet in your knickers, they leave you alone!
Apr 1st 2009, 2:17 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
http://www.lentek.com/bite-shield.html
I think Amazon sell them cheaper.
Apr 1st 2009, 2:51 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
So do I...all biting/stinging bugs love me. I recommend this...it's the only thing that works for me...if I miss a tiny spot with sprays and creams the bugs find it. I also don't put stuff on my skin that melts plastic.
http://www.lentek.com/bite-shield.html
I think Amazon sell them cheaper.
http://www.lentek.com/bite-shield.html
I think Amazon sell them cheaper.
Will let you know how it works for me
Apr 1st 2009, 2:54 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
Those bloody things hurt like hell...you can feel them biting you and irritation is with me for months.:curse:
Apr 1st 2009, 3:11 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
Trying to decide where to go this year, not interested in Florida, S.Cali or Texas...been there and want to go somewhere different, I'm thinking of the East Coast, but don't want humidity or Mosquitoes! Would really like to go somewhere with an 'older' feel and good entertainment. This will probably be our last 'family' Holiday as our son will be 17 in October, he will most likely not want to be included next year
He likes to visit museums and both he and hubby like historical sites. Am I asking for too much, or is there a place that has it all?
Thank you for any input, you guys, I have faith that someone out in BE land can come help me out
He likes to visit museums and both he and hubby like historical sites. Am I asking for too much, or is there a place that has it all?
Thank you for any input, you guys, I have faith that someone out in BE land can come help me out
I myself am thinking about camping on Moosehead lake for a week. Also took a week off during the Fryeburg Fair week, not sure what we will do for that week though.
Apr 1st 2009, 3:17 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
We will need to go during the school Summer break, so probably between July/August time, but we want to drive, not fly. NH and Vermont sound lovely, I have looked at NH a little bit online, I think that would be a good destination.
I have heard that Oregon is beautiful, one of the prettiest States, I think it might be nice in Summer, not too hot?
I was hoping to go home too, but with hubby being gone since Jan' I think he wants to stay here this year. I don't mind too much, I might just go over by myself later, if I can squirrel away some pennies. Hope you get to make it to your friends wedding, you never know!
I have heard that Oregon is beautiful, one of the prettiest States, I think it might be nice in Summer, not too hot?
I was hoping to go home too, but with hubby being gone since Jan' I think he wants to stay here this year. I don't mind too much, I might just go over by myself later, if I can squirrel away some pennies. Hope you get to make it to your friends wedding, you never know!
Apr 1st 2009, 3:22 pm
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Re: Where are you going for Hollidays this year?
I would say Boston, loads to do and being right on the ocean you get the ocean breeze and it helps keep the humidity down and the bugs away. If you want scenery then anywhere in New England would do the job, but bugs and humidity would be a killer.
I myself am thinking about camping on Moosehead lake for a week. Also took a week off during the Fryeburg Fair week, not sure what we will do for that week though.
I myself am thinking about camping on Moosehead lake for a week. Also took a week off during the Fryeburg Fair week, not sure what we will do for that week though.
Now I just have to get the 'boys' to get excited about it If my new mozzy killer works, I may not be so restricted