We are thinking about a quick getaway for just four days. Being of the sandwhich generation our plates have been extremely full, and there does not seem to be any relief in the near future.
This is a regeneration trip, just to reactivate the batteries. DH is hell bent on sitting on a beach in the Carribean. We have never done this before, and I am not so sure I could.
I know that we both need some uninterrupted sleep, and not too busy a schedule. I would like to take some time to rediscover my DH, and linger over a glass of wine and great food. For some strange reason, Boston seems to be calling me...

Anyone have any suggestions?

Boston is a great choice. It's a really fun and easy city to explore. We've got tons of great food, and you can do as much or as little as you want. You can walk the Freedom Trail, or just get pampered at a salon on Newbury St. You won't even need a rental car because the T (our subway) will get you to anywhere you want to go.

Forgot to add that we've got great Broadway shows too.

WHEN?

I live in Boston and I love this city, but I do NOT recommend visiting Boston between mid-Nov through mid-April. It's cold and grey here, and days are very short. Not the best weather to enjoy this city ON FOOT.

YK, she said "a quick getaway", so she probably means within the next couple of weeks.

Mom - where are you traveling from? For four nights I would limit my travel time so it would help me to know where you are starting.

Travelling from Toronto.
I am ok with cold (I like snuggling), not sure if dh is though. We would like to go early November.

Please tell me more about Boston. Food etc

What about NYC?? Eat fabulous food, see a show or two?

Can you tell us about your interests (shopping? spa? museums? sports? architecture?)

What kind of cuisine, budget?

I'd start here:
Top Reasons to Go to Boston
http://www.fodors.com/world/north-am...ure_30006.html

Boston in 4 Days Itinerary
http://www.fodors.com/world/north-am...ure_30009.html

Bermuda. Temperatures early November are around 70 degrees - fine for sitting on a beach. Some very nice restaurants, very British/civilized atmosphere. Some interesting sightseeing and historic sights - but great for just relaxing. Good public transportation system so you don't need annoyance and expense of renting a car. Off-season but still good weather so I am guessing you could get a good hotel/air package. One caution - Bermuda is not cheap - but you were considering Caribbean, which is not either.

I live near Boston and love the city - but early November is often gray, raw, rainy.

If you enjoy museums, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Gardner Museum are wonderful. Not sure if Jersey Boys will still be playing in November, but it's a fantastic show. My fav restaurant is Rabia on Salem St. in the North End. If you like browsing antique shops and other interesting stores, you might enjoy a stroll along Newbury St.

I don't think Boston in November would be the best choice for your first vacation without kids on 20 years! How about Florida somewhere? Your DH could have the warm and beach, but you could have some more sights to see?

will it still be beach weather in Florida in the beginning of November?

Why are you opposed to the Carribean?