Adventures in New Places - Which Would You Pick & Why?
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Adventures in New Places - Which Would You Pick & Why?
Hey chicgal, my vote will be for the Pacific northwest, just because I'm from the Portland area (bias?). No, Portland is truly a beautiful city. I believe based on reading posts here that you are from Chicago (which I visited 2 months ago and also loved!) But it's such a contrast to your city. Portland is laid back, affordable I would say, and very accessible (great transportation system to different attractions). Sure it's not quite at par with Chicago's arts and theater experiences if you're in to that, but it's not lacking either. The Pacific Ocean and Mount Hood area are only at least an hour drive if your in to out door stuff. Or if you're in to shopping, well the fact that we have no sales tax might be attractive to you. Of course, there's also Seattle three hours drive up north, which is also a favorite of mine. There's lots to see and do, plus, if you really want to see all 50, eventually you'll have to come and visit. Have fun on whichever area you choose!
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I love the Pacific NW, too, but I would check into what the weather would be like in May. I understand it's best to visit there in the summer. We've been twice - once in July and once in August and it was great each time.
New England in the fall is beautiful. If you might not hit great weather in the Pacific NW in May, I'd vote for fall in New England.
New England in the fall is beautiful. If you might not hit great weather in the Pacific NW in May, I'd vote for fall in New England.
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chicgal, if you do decide on Maine/VT/NH and want to see the Fall foliage, in Vermont it's usually around the second week in October. Just be aware that many hotels/inns book up a year or more in advance, so if that's your choice, book early. Have fun deciding!