Picking "wow" far and wide places off the internet guarantees you will rack up miles, but not actually have time to enjoy or experience any of those sites. It's the same thing many US tourists do when planning a trip to Europe. Check off a list of sites.....
I like the advice a poster above gave - AJ Peabody. Write down the "experiences" you want to have & share them with us.... Then we can help give you specific personal recommendations about where...
I like the advice a poster above gave - AJ Peabody. Write down the "experiences" you want to have & share them with us.... Then we can help give you specific personal recommendations about where...
Hi emanuele
Your latest suggestion of a plan is very different from your earlier one. Algonquin Park, the Laurentians and upper New Hampshire put all the highlights much further north than NYC--if that is what you wish to do, perhaps flying from Philadelphia to Montreal or Burlington VT would make more sense than a road trip where you'd just be whizzing past all the sights in the southern 2/3 of the journey. I also question whether the Laurentians or Algonquin Park would make somehow for a more 'epic' trip than say the Adirondacks or mountains of Vermont and others you mention in your Dec 22nd post--I don't know Algonquin Park but I can speak to the Laurentians, which I've visited a number of times. I do love the Laurentians and they indeed have some incredibly beautiful vistas, but in my opinion so do the Adirondacks and Vermont for example-- I can't see that the US destinations would make for somehow less of an 'epic' trip in terms of vistas. If you wanted a specifically French Canadian or Canadian experience more generally (say, Montreal), I could see crossing the border for that, but if it's just scenery and not population centers like Montreal, there is so much to appreciate in the northeast corner of the United States' I would tend to stick to that if you go with the road trip from Philadelphia plan as even there, you would really want to cut things from your Dec 22nd plan. I'm sure even most of us who regularly travel in the region and for many years still have areas considered NE US highlights we've never seen. I also fully agree with AJ Peabody's post about mapping out what your days will look like.. Best wishes, Daniel
Your latest suggestion of a plan is very different from your earlier one. Algonquin Park, the Laurentians and upper New Hampshire put all the highlights much further north than NYC--if that is what you wish to do, perhaps flying from Philadelphia to Montreal or Burlington VT would make more sense than a road trip where you'd just be whizzing past all the sights in the southern 2/3 of the journey. I also question whether the Laurentians or Algonquin Park would make somehow for a more 'epic' trip than say the Adirondacks or mountains of Vermont and others you mention in your Dec 22nd post--I don't know Algonquin Park but I can speak to the Laurentians, which I've visited a number of times. I do love the Laurentians and they indeed have some incredibly beautiful vistas, but in my opinion so do the Adirondacks and Vermont for example-- I can't see that the US destinations would make for somehow less of an 'epic' trip in terms of vistas. If you wanted a specifically French Canadian or Canadian experience more generally (say, Montreal), I could see crossing the border for that, but if it's just scenery and not population centers like Montreal, there is so much to appreciate in the northeast corner of the United States' I would tend to stick to that if you go with the road trip from Philadelphia plan as even there, you would really want to cut things from your Dec 22nd plan. I'm sure even most of us who regularly travel in the region and for many years still have areas considered NE US highlights we've never seen. I also fully agree with AJ Peabody's post about mapping out what your days will look like.. Best wishes, Daniel
I don't think any of these places are 'wow' places.
I would point you to the Gorges of Ithaca (Watkins Gen and Enfield Glen), Niagara Falls, and The Corning Glass Museum (all near each other), plus we have things in the US that you don't have in Europe like Gettysburg.
I would point you to the Gorges of Ithaca (Watkins Gen and Enfield Glen), Niagara Falls, and The Corning Glass Museum (all near each other), plus we have things in the US that you don't have in Europe like Gettysburg.
Consider flying into either Buffalo NY or Toronto Canada and renting a car for the short drive to Niagara Falls. Spend a couple of days getting acclimated to the new time while exploring the area.
Then decide if it makes more sense, time, $ to keep the rental and drive through NY, VT, ME to Acadia National park with some stops for hikes etc. in the mountains, or flying to Maine renting another car and going to Acadia National. Park, then Cape Cod National Seashore Massachusetts and back to Boston to return the car and fly home. Acadia and Cape Cod are both on the Atlantic coast but are very different coastal areas.
This plan would involve open jaw flights which often are the same price as round trip but border crossing guards might need to see the return plans. Note, if you are renting a car it is usually easier to rent and return in the same country. Some rental companies do not allow crossing the border. The trip could be done in the opposite direction ( into Boston, out of Buffalo or Toronto) depending on what works for you.
Then decide if it makes more sense, time, $ to keep the rental and drive through NY, VT, ME to Acadia National park with some stops for hikes etc. in the mountains, or flying to Maine renting another car and going to Acadia National. Park, then Cape Cod National Seashore Massachusetts and back to Boston to return the car and fly home. Acadia and Cape Cod are both on the Atlantic coast but are very different coastal areas.
This plan would involve open jaw flights which often are the same price as round trip but border crossing guards might need to see the return plans. Note, if you are renting a car it is usually easier to rent and return in the same country. Some rental companies do not allow crossing the border. The trip could be done in the opposite direction ( into Boston, out of Buffalo or Toronto) depending on what works for you.
I like the idea of flying from Philly to Burlington or Manchester to explore the White Mountains. As likely too costly to rent a car in the U.S and return it in Canada, you could return it in Burlington and then take the train to Montreal which is easy to do. You can explore Montreal and the surrounding area and then fly back to NY. I also like the plan to go up to Niagara Falls by flying to Toronto which has a lot to offer and is a great destination as well. Niagara on the Lake is a very sweet town on the Canadian side as well. Both Niagara Falls, Toronto and Niagara on the Lake as well as Montreal have many kid friendly sites.
You will have to modify your plans. In any event, a drive from Philly to Lake George will not only be long, it will also be filled with traffic practically the entire way.
You will have to modify your plans. In any event, a drive from Philly to Lake George will not only be long, it will also be filled with traffic practically the entire way.
Hi guys,
please let me know your opinion on this list of things to do during my trip:
please let me know your opinion on this list of things to do during my trip:
Adirondacks (NY) – specific places
📍 Base: Lake Placid- Whiteface Mountain Memorial Highway (Whiteface Summit)
- High Falls Gorge (easy walkways, waterfalls)
- Mirror Lake (kayak / walk around the lake)
- Cascade Falls (Route 73) – quick stop right off the road
Lake George (NY) – targeted stop
📍 Bolton Landing (not Lake George Village)- Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway (summit view)
- Public docks / lakeside viewpoints near Bolton Landing
Vermont – focused area, not the whole state
📍 Stowe, VT- Smugglers’ Notch Road (VT-108)
- Bingham Falls
- Moss Glen Falls
White Mountains (NH) – core WOW area
📍 Lincoln / Conway- Kancamagus Highway (NH-112) – full drive, west to east
- Sabbaday Falls
- Rocky Gorge Scenic Area
- Swift River pull-offs and swimming spots
Montréal (QC) – short urban stop
📍 Old Montréal- Old Port
- Notre-Dame Basilica
- Mount
My question is how do you plan to travel to Montreal from NY, VT or NH? You cannot assume that a rental car from the U.S. can be returned in Canada. If it was me, I would train to Montreal from Vermont and then fly back to NY from Montreal.
Mirror Lake is quite large. I recall taking a boat ride which my daughters both really enjoyed as we saw many of the large "cottages" lakeside.
In Vermont, Stowe and Smugglers Notch are easy drives from the Burlington area unless you are planning to head East and drive to Lincoln from Stowe.
In Bolton Landing, we love the Sagamore but there are other probably less pricey places to stay. If you are driving north from Bolton Landing, you will come to Lake Champlain which is also quite a lovely and large lake.
Mirror Lake is quite large. I recall taking a boat ride which my daughters both really enjoyed as we saw many of the large "cottages" lakeside.
In Vermont, Stowe and Smugglers Notch are easy drives from the Burlington area unless you are planning to head East and drive to Lincoln from Stowe.
In Bolton Landing, we love the Sagamore but there are other probably less pricey places to stay. If you are driving north from Bolton Landing, you will come to Lake Champlain which is also quite a lovely and large lake.
Hi emanuele
This plan looks better to my eye although I lack experience with the specific places in the Adirondacks, VT and NH; hopefully, someone will have experience with road trips in these areas and can advise. Your Montreal plan is fine—there’s lots in the Old Port in particular that kids will enjoy. My only comment for the rest is you still are whizzing past the southern several hundred kilometers though if you are planning to drive from Philadelphia to Montreal and then back to NY. I have no recent experience with bringing a rental car across the border (I think if I understand correctly your plan is to return it in the States after going to Montreal).
For clarity, there have not been trains for quite a number of years from Vermont into Montreal and just one train daily from NY state into Montreal. If you were to decide to drop your car in New York State (in Plattsburgh or Burlington, say, after doing your Vermont, New Hampshire and Adirondack adventures) and fly back to NYC from Montreal, incidentally, in my experience, crossing the border by bus is actually easier than train due to the shorter processing time.
Happy Travels, Daniel
This plan looks better to my eye although I lack experience with the specific places in the Adirondacks, VT and NH; hopefully, someone will have experience with road trips in these areas and can advise. Your Montreal plan is fine—there’s lots in the Old Port in particular that kids will enjoy. My only comment for the rest is you still are whizzing past the southern several hundred kilometers though if you are planning to drive from Philadelphia to Montreal and then back to NY. I have no recent experience with bringing a rental car across the border (I think if I understand correctly your plan is to return it in the States after going to Montreal).
For clarity, there have not been trains for quite a number of years from Vermont into Montreal and just one train daily from NY state into Montreal. If you were to decide to drop your car in New York State (in Plattsburgh or Burlington, say, after doing your Vermont, New Hampshire and Adirondack adventures) and fly back to NYC from Montreal, incidentally, in my experience, crossing the border by bus is actually easier than train due to the shorter processing time.
Happy Travels, Daniel
How much time do you expect to be spending seeing each of the sites you list? How long will it take to get from one to the next? In my experience, trying for more than 2 major sites in a day is not feasible unless you enjoy exhaustion. Also, these are outdoor sites. I have lived in the area. It rains sometimes. Do you want to sightsee driving in the rain? In any case, you have more than 2 weeks of nice day things in that list.
Repeat after me:
"Too much is too much."
"Less is more."
Repeat after me:
"Too much is too much."
"Less is more."
Sorry for the misinformation about the train to Montreal from VT. I guess my experience and info is outdated as one of my daughters and her then boyfriend definitely took the train to Montreal after visiting his brother and family who were living in Montpelier. My other daughter and her boyfriend took the train from Montreal to NY after flying up and both of these were definitely pre-pandemic.
General comments
The overall flow, and distance driven looks better.
Those list of places is ok but we still don't have any idea how long you plan to stay each place, and what a typical day looks like.
We still don't know what experiences you want to have. Drive by vistas with a quick stop to admire the view is very different than slowing down and enjoying the time...You are visiting many open / more wilderness areas that families visit for 1-2 week long vacations to enjoy hiking, mountains, lakes, fishing, kayaking, swimming, etc.
See my other comments inserted blow.
You cannot walk around Mirror lake. Well, you can on a road, but you won't be on or see the lake as all the waterfront property is private homes.
Your timing for Lake Placid is good, as the major events like Ironman triathlon are earlier in the summer, but be sure to check exact dates as there are often big events that draw a lot of people to the area. Getting a hotel on Mirror Lake would give you access to a beach, swimming, and kayaks (like the Hampton Inn i believe) is a good lower cost option. Mirror Lake Inn is much higher priced, and a nice property as well. There is also a "resort" just outside of town on Lake Placid. It's a nice very quiet, relaxed family destination, but I think you'd like to be on Mirror Lake - that's where the town of Lake Placid is located.
There are some shorter trails in the area right between Mirror Lake and Lake Placid - 2-3km total with no elevation gain that make a nice walk.
Cascade falls - very limited parking. If you try to go there on a weekend you may not be able to park, so plan accordingly.
If you tell us how long you plan to stay there, and what a typical day might look like we can give you more info....
As for Bolton Landing, what is it you intend to do there? The public docks / lakeside viewpoints have limited view of anything but a marina with boats and distant views of the lake. If you're looking for an overnight hotel, then the Sagamore resort is an option. Personally I think it's over priced/over rated, but the location is amazing. They have their own 30 person boat that does tours on the lake a few times a day at no extra cost. Views from the outdoor pool are amazing as well. If you do decide to stay there, beware that there is the main building which is quite nice, and there are other rooms scattered among the property that are quite generic, very dated, and do not have any feel of luxury... There are numerous other seasonal camp style hotels along that side of the lake - I've never stayed at any, so I can't recommend. All would have a small beach, boats you can use on the lake, etc.
If your only plan is to drive to Bolton landing, hop out of the car to take a look, then continue on your way then I think you'll be disappointed..
The overall flow, and distance driven looks better.
Those list of places is ok but we still don't have any idea how long you plan to stay each place, and what a typical day looks like.
We still don't know what experiences you want to have. Drive by vistas with a quick stop to admire the view is very different than slowing down and enjoying the time...You are visiting many open / more wilderness areas that families visit for 1-2 week long vacations to enjoy hiking, mountains, lakes, fishing, kayaking, swimming, etc.
See my other comments inserted blow.
Adirondacks (NY) – specific places
📍 Base: Lake Placid- Whiteface Mountain Memorial Highway (Whiteface Summit)
- High Falls Gorge (easy walkways, waterfalls)
- Mirror Lake (kayak / walk around the lake)
- Cascade Falls (Route 73) – quick stop right off the road
You cannot walk around Mirror lake. Well, you can on a road, but you won't be on or see the lake as all the waterfront property is private homes.
Your timing for Lake Placid is good, as the major events like Ironman triathlon are earlier in the summer, but be sure to check exact dates as there are often big events that draw a lot of people to the area. Getting a hotel on Mirror Lake would give you access to a beach, swimming, and kayaks (like the Hampton Inn i believe) is a good lower cost option. Mirror Lake Inn is much higher priced, and a nice property as well. There is also a "resort" just outside of town on Lake Placid. It's a nice very quiet, relaxed family destination, but I think you'd like to be on Mirror Lake - that's where the town of Lake Placid is located.
There are some shorter trails in the area right between Mirror Lake and Lake Placid - 2-3km total with no elevation gain that make a nice walk.
Cascade falls - very limited parking. If you try to go there on a weekend you may not be able to park, so plan accordingly.
If you tell us how long you plan to stay there, and what a typical day might look like we can give you more info....
Lake George (NY) – targeted stop
📍 Bolton Landing (not Lake George Village)- Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway (summit view)
- Public docks / lakeside viewpoints near Bolton Landing
As for Bolton Landing, what is it you intend to do there? The public docks / lakeside viewpoints have limited view of anything but a marina with boats and distant views of the lake. If you're looking for an overnight hotel, then the Sagamore resort is an option. Personally I think it's over priced/over rated, but the location is amazing. They have their own 30 person boat that does tours on the lake a few times a day at no extra cost. Views from the outdoor pool are amazing as well. If you do decide to stay there, beware that there is the main building which is quite nice, and there are other rooms scattered among the property that are quite generic, very dated, and do not have any feel of luxury... There are numerous other seasonal camp style hotels along that side of the lake - I've never stayed at any, so I can't recommend. All would have a small beach, boats you can use on the lake, etc.
If your only plan is to drive to Bolton landing, hop out of the car to take a look, then continue on your way then I think you'll be disappointed..
Vermont – focused area, not the whole state
📍 Stowe, VT- Smugglers’ Notch Road (VT-108)
- Bingham Falls
- Moss Glen Falls
White Mountains (NH) – core WOW area
📍 Lincoln / Conway- Kancamagus Highway (NH-112) – full drive, west to east
- Sabbaday Falls
- Rocky Gorge Scenic Area
- Swift River pull-offs and swimming spots
Montréal (QC) – short urban stop
📍 Old Montréal- Old Port
- Notre-Dame Basilica
- Mount
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I’m new to the forum and I’m Italian.
On August 1st I’ll be leaving for New York with my wife and our daughters, aged 7 and 8; we’ll return on August 19th, again from New York.
I’ve already booked a car from August 5th to August 19th.
For the first four days we’ll be staying at my sister’s place in Philadelphia, and from there we’ll visit Philadelphia, the surrounding area, and New York.
On August 5th at 10:00 a.m. we’ll pick up the car in Philadelphia, and from that moment on I’ll need your help.
I’m imagining a loop road trip with these main stops:
Lake George, New York
Adirondacks, New York
Montréal, Québec (Canada)
Vermont, USA
Acadia National Park, Maine
Portland, Maine
Boston, Massachusetts
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
return to New York
My wife and I have already taken a wonderful trip together to the national parks of the American West: incredible roads and breathtaking landscapes.
I have the impression that the East Coast is somewhat more similar to Europe and perhaps less spectacular from a natural scenery point of view. I’m saying this only based on my research, since I’ve never been there and therefore don’t yet have a truly informed opinion.
For this reason, I would really appreciate your help in planning an itinerary that is as scenic as possible, keeping in mind that we’re traveling with two young children.
Any advice or suggestions are truly welcome.
Thank you very much,
Emanuele
Wait just a gosh darned second there. Starting in Philly, driving to Lake George, Adirondacks (no actual location given, the Adirondacks are HUGE), Montreal, Vermont, Acadia national park, Portland, Boston, Cape Cod and then back to NYC all within two weeks???? Not only is this not possible, it’s totally illogical. I under stand wanting to do a road trip, but, in this day and age, and with what’s happening in America right now, to be honest, flying for some of it would be better if you want to hit all of your destinations. But I’ve got issues with some of the places you’re thinking of visiting. Acadia National Park is usually a place where people go hiking. Will you be going hiking with two young children in tow? Where in Vermont will you be visiting? Why Boston? There’s so much more to MA than Boston and Caoe Cod. Speaking as one who’s lived here for almost 15 years, and I haven’t even begun to scratch the surface. Then we get to NYC. AS a native NYer who also hasn’t even seen even half of what that state has to offer There’s so much more than NYC. There’s just way too much in this list, it’s haphazard and nonsensical. You need actual destinations, not just a state or a city. It needs to be scaled back. A LOTOriginally Posted by emanuelebertolin9861
Good morning everyone,I’m new to the forum and I’m Italian.
On August 1st I’ll be leaving for New York with my wife and our daughters, aged 7 and 8; we’ll return on August 19th, again from New York.
I’ve already booked a car from August 5th to August 19th.
For the first four days we’ll be staying at my sister’s place in Philadelphia, and from there we’ll visit Philadelphia, the surrounding area, and New York.
On August 5th at 10:00 a.m. we’ll pick up the car in Philadelphia, and from that moment on I’ll need your help.
I’m imagining a loop road trip with these main stops:
Lake George, New York
Adirondacks, New York
Montréal, Québec (Canada)
Vermont, USA
Acadia National Park, Maine
Portland, Maine
Boston, Massachusetts
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
return to New York
My wife and I have already taken a wonderful trip together to the national parks of the American West: incredible roads and breathtaking landscapes.
I have the impression that the East Coast is somewhat more similar to Europe and perhaps less spectacular from a natural scenery point of view. I’m saying this only based on my research, since I’ve never been there and therefore don’t yet have a truly informed opinion.
For this reason, I would really appreciate your help in planning an itinerary that is as scenic as possible, keeping in mind that we’re traveling with two young children.
Any advice or suggestions are truly welcome.
Thank you very much,
Emanuele
The other day we compared grandchild trips with another grandparent couple. Their grandchildren are younger so their experiences more recent and even better than ours since places have expanded.
Montshire Museum on VT ear Norwich. Enjoy museum in the morning, then oicnic lunch outside Then kids change to bathing suits for water play area.
There,s a west to east road in VT where we discovered a local gem. We saw cars parked by the road so got out to investigate. There was a small waterfall with a deep pool. Older kids were jumping off the ledges into the pool. Further downstream it was so shallow I could walk across but very rocky so water shoes advised. Probably your children are too you for jumping off ledges.
Squam Lakes Science Center, Holderness NH. See NH wild animals in native habitat. Don,t miss a lecture in the small auditoium, We met an Eastern coyote. Granddaughters chose not to sit too close. Docents walk around outdoor area to explain things and also provide more contact. We talked with one who had a small owl on her arm.
Everyone loves Clarke's. The Flume is a great hike thru a natural gorge.
There are kayak rental,places around but my only experience has been the one near Concord NH where you can kayak on the small and quiet Contoocook River. I believe they have tandem kayaks for parent and child. We kayaked to a small secluded beach to picnic. Didn't swim but that's possible. They also take people and kayaks to the Merrimack River where there are a couple of secluded beaches. You don't see any buildings along the way since it is mostly farmland umtil you get to takeout area.
Youl should be avle to find kayak rental,places in the White Mountain area.
If you like bicycling, both NH and VT have extensive bike trails including rail trails. Some ski areas offer moumtain biking in summer. Might be too adventurous for your young children. Our grandson was probably about ten when he started but our son gives a lot of practice and instruction.
Montshire Museum on VT ear Norwich. Enjoy museum in the morning, then oicnic lunch outside Then kids change to bathing suits for water play area.
There,s a west to east road in VT where we discovered a local gem. We saw cars parked by the road so got out to investigate. There was a small waterfall with a deep pool. Older kids were jumping off the ledges into the pool. Further downstream it was so shallow I could walk across but very rocky so water shoes advised. Probably your children are too you for jumping off ledges.
Squam Lakes Science Center, Holderness NH. See NH wild animals in native habitat. Don,t miss a lecture in the small auditoium, We met an Eastern coyote. Granddaughters chose not to sit too close. Docents walk around outdoor area to explain things and also provide more contact. We talked with one who had a small owl on her arm.
Everyone loves Clarke's. The Flume is a great hike thru a natural gorge.
There are kayak rental,places around but my only experience has been the one near Concord NH where you can kayak on the small and quiet Contoocook River. I believe they have tandem kayaks for parent and child. We kayaked to a small secluded beach to picnic. Didn't swim but that's possible. They also take people and kayaks to the Merrimack River where there are a couple of secluded beaches. You don't see any buildings along the way since it is mostly farmland umtil you get to takeout area.
Youl should be avle to find kayak rental,places in the White Mountain area.
If you like bicycling, both NH and VT have extensive bike trails including rail trails. Some ski areas offer moumtain biking in summer. Might be too adventurous for your young children. Our grandson was probably about ten when he started but our son gives a lot of practice and instruction.
We used to take our kids to the Science Center in Squam Lake when they were little and it was always a family favorite. The Flume is great as is Cannon Mountain tramway. So much to see and do in the area.
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unfortunately the Cannon Mountain Tramway was recently retired. A rhird generation tram is being planned. Sorry, I couldn,t copy the link but it's easy to google. Originally Posted by Madam397
We used to take our kids to the Science Center in Squam Lake when they were little and it was always a family favorite. The Flume is great as is Cannon Mountain tramway. So much to see and do in the area.
August 1–2 | New York
- Explore New York – Times Square, Central Park, Top of the Rock or Empire State Building, Battery Park, maybe a ferry to see the Statue of Liberty. Kid-friendly activities.
August 3–4 | Philadelphia
- We visit my sister's place
August 5 | Philadelphia → Lake George
- Drive to Lake George.
- Walk along the lake, short boat ride, ice cream for the kids.
August 6–7 | Adirondacks / Lake Placid
- Drive up Whiteface Mountain Memorial Highway for panoramic views.
- Visit High Falls Gorge (easy trails, waterfalls).
- Kayak or paddleboat on Mirror Lake.
- Explore Lake Placid village.
- Light activities for kids: swimming or short walk.
August 8–9 | Montréal
- Walk around Old Montréal, Old Port, Place Jacques-Cartier.
- Visit Notre-Dame Basilica.
- Kid-friendly activities: Biodome, Science Centre.
- Mont Royal for city views and ice cream.
August 10–11 | Vermont / Stowe
- Scenic drive along Smugglers’ Notch Road.
- Stop at Bingham Falls and Moss Glen Falls.
- Stroll in Stowe Village, have ice cream and local lunch.
- Trapp Family Lodge Gondola Ride for easy panoramic views.
August 12–13 | White Mountains, NH
- Drive Kancamagus Highway with scenic stops, rivers, natural swimming spots.
- Visit Clark’s Bears for shows, games, and animal encounters.
- Short kid-friendly hikes: The Flume Gorge or nearby easy trails.
August 14 | Boston
- Walk the Freedom Trail and Boston Common.
- Museum or Aquarium if rainy / kid-friendly.
- Waterfront walk and dinner.
August 15–17 | Cape Cod
- Beach time, visit lighthouses, walk around towns (Chatham, Wellfleet, Provincetown).
- Cape Cod National Seashore: sand, ocean, short nature walks.
- Whale watching in Provincetown.
- Kid-friendly fun: ice cream, small boat trips, beach activities.
August 18 | Cape Cod → Boston
- Return to Boston, last city strolls or shopping.
- Relax and final dinner.
August 19 | Boston → New York
- Drive back to New York for car return and evening flight.
"Ice cream for the kids"
What, you don't like ice cream?
Honestly, much of this sounds AI generated. Generic. Yes, we all know aquariums are "kid-friendly."
Personally I don't care for much of your trip, Too much time in the car. Especially with kids. Driving in and out of Boston is not fun, and to do it for one night seems unpleasant. Driving from Boston to NY on the day of your plane flight is just wrong.
What, you don't like ice cream?
Honestly, much of this sounds AI generated. Generic. Yes, we all know aquariums are "kid-friendly."
Personally I don't care for much of your trip, Too much time in the car. Especially with kids. Driving in and out of Boston is not fun, and to do it for one night seems unpleasant. Driving from Boston to NY on the day of your plane flight is just wrong.
Not humanly possible. We at Fodors have given you advice based on personal local knowledge and a lot travel experiences. You have not absorbed it. I myself am signing off until your post vacation trip report. Good luck. You will need it.
It certainly covers a lot of ground with lots of plans and very long days to accomplish what you want to do and in my opinion too much time in a car, especially the long drive from Philly to Lake George as well as lots of traffic driving from Boston to the Cape and from Boston to New York on your travel day so you will need early starts. Also you have to remember that August is generally hot and humid. Walking on the Freedom Trail and then over to the Common might not be much fun if extremely hot and humid but the swan boats in the Common are fun to do and if your kids are familiar with Make Way for Ducklings or will become familiar with this childhood classic by Maine author Robert McCloskey, the duckling statues are fun to see. Aquarium in Boston is good as is the Museum of Science and Technology.
