Quick Getaway - 3 days and $600 (not including flight)?
May 6th, 2008, 07:09 AM
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Quick Getaway - 3 days and $600 (not including flight)?
Where to go for a quick 3 day getaway on a limited budget for me and my husband. My budget does not include flight, we have tickets to fly anywhere in the world with Delta and also 2 free tickets with Southwest.
Where to go?
Here is some background info:
We live in FL.
We have been just to Europe multiple times, not to mention that with such a short timeframe it would not be worth the flight.
We also have been to the Caribbean islands many times.
Do not want to do a cruise as we are going on a cruise next year.
We are both from NY originally I have been to many of the states main attractions.
Places in the US we have been: Napa/San Francisco, Savannah, Charleston, all over FL and NY, Virginia, DC, Seattle, Kentucky, Ohio, Texas, Philadelphia, Delaware.
I thought about Las Vegas but if we go there I would want to go on a side trip to the Grand Canyon and our budget will not permit it.
Any other ideas??
Where to go?
Here is some background info:
We live in FL.
We have been just to Europe multiple times, not to mention that with such a short timeframe it would not be worth the flight.
We also have been to the Caribbean islands many times.
Do not want to do a cruise as we are going on a cruise next year.
We are both from NY originally I have been to many of the states main attractions.
Places in the US we have been: Napa/San Francisco, Savannah, Charleston, all over FL and NY, Virginia, DC, Seattle, Kentucky, Ohio, Texas, Philadelphia, Delaware.
I thought about Las Vegas but if we go there I would want to go on a side trip to the Grand Canyon and our budget will not permit it.
Any other ideas??
May 6th, 2008, 07:14 AM
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Memphis, TN. Memphis in May festival is great fun. Lots to see and do--Beale Street: music, bbq. Ducks at the Peabody--brunch is nice. Go to a ballgame. Mud Island (remember the tram scene in "The Firm"? Civil Rights Museum. Go to Graceland. Ride a riverboat. Go to Tunica (casinos).
Lots of great restaurants. Not a long flight.
Lots of great restaurants. Not a long flight.
May 6th, 2008, 08:22 AM
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The first thing I would do would be to go to www.luxurylink.com, to see what kind of sumptuous accomodations I could get for that money. (click on "advanced search" and input your requirements.) You can probably find lodging in your price range in Montreal, New Mexico, Vermont, New Hampshire, and many other places that wouldn't have occurred to you.
My second choice would be to see what is on offer at www.travelzoo.com. Under Lodging, click on "Resorts and Spas", "More U.S. and Canada", or even "International".
What fun!
My second choice would be to see what is on offer at www.travelzoo.com. Under Lodging, click on "Resorts and Spas", "More U.S. and Canada", or even "International".
What fun!
May 6th, 2008, 08:41 AM
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I don't think I would waste two anywhere-in-the-world tickets on Costa Rica (not that Costa Rica would be a waste, but surely you can use those tickets to go to a much more far-flung/expensive location some other time?), and, of course, Southwest doesn't fly to Costa Rica. So for this particular trip, I think I'd find someplace that Southwest flies -- how about Santa Fe (Southwest flies to Albuquerque - Santa Fe is an hour's drive)? Or Phoenix/Sedona/Jerome? Chicago?
May 6th, 2008, 02:02 PM
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I think I am found the answer to my quest, we are going to Breckenridge, Co in mid November for our anniversary.
Our son has never seen snow (granted he is only 2) and I think he will have a great time. We could borrow our skiing clothes from our friends, so all we have to pay is for rental stuff, food and lodging for the 3 nights.
Thanks all for your help.
Our son has never seen snow (granted he is only 2) and I think he will have a great time. We could borrow our skiing clothes from our friends, so all we have to pay is for rental stuff, food and lodging for the 3 nights.
Thanks all for your help.
May 6th, 2008, 02:53 PM
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I love Breckenridge, and I don't mean to discourage you, but there's no way you're going to spend three days there for $600.
When you say "rental stuff", does that mean you plan to ski? The slopes aren't always open by mid-November, and lift tickets are expensive. Our last trip there was late season with a large group, so we got a fantastic price--but even at the rate we paid, you'd spend $180 for two adults to ski for three days--and that was a bargain.
Renting equipment would cost at least that much--there's over half your budget spent, and you haven't gotten from Denver to Breckenridge, stayed in a hotel, taken ski lessons or eaten anything.
When you say "rental stuff", does that mean you plan to ski? The slopes aren't always open by mid-November, and lift tickets are expensive. Our last trip there was late season with a large group, so we got a fantastic price--but even at the rate we paid, you'd spend $180 for two adults to ski for three days--and that was a bargain.
Renting equipment would cost at least that much--there's over half your budget spent, and you haven't gotten from Denver to Breckenridge, stayed in a hotel, taken ski lessons or eaten anything.
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Here is a suggestion that may surprise you. Delaware. Dela-where? If you like history, museums, beautiful scenery and gardens, local breweries and wineries and great restaurants, covered bridges and city pleasures, too, you will enjoy Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley. If you like stretching your dollar you'll love that Delaware has no sales tax - it's all tax free!
Yes. It is often overlooked - but with gas prices - folks from NYC and DC are just finding out about Delaware - this hidden gem and it is in their own backyard. It is perfect for 3-5 days to explore its natural beauty and amazing museums. Fly Southwest into Philly and rent a car - take a short 25 minute drive into Delaware and Wilmington area. There are many hotels - hotel row on Rt. 202 near Concord Mall is a good location. Nearby (by car) is the Hagley Museum the birthplace of the duPont company complete with the original black powder mills - the amazing water mill - and interactive exhibits. Also stunning Winterthur museum and country estate - the gardens and grounds are fabulous. Nemours mansion built in the fashion of Versailles just completed a $39 million restoration and tours are already booked through July - so plan ahead if you wish to see that. The Twin Lakes Brewery - in Greenville offers tours Wednesdays and Saturdays on a small estate with the lakes of course -the founders - will be on hand most likely. If you want to really experience the culture, plan your visit around one of the city festivals when there are block parties and celebrations. The Fourth of July will bring the tall ship Kalmar Nyckel will be on hand for tours and sails. Get up close with sports at Blue Rocks Baseball and fun mascot antics and Delaware Smash Tennis will host an appearance by Venus Williams. The Italian Festival in June is a weeklong street party famous on the east coast. If you like Jazz the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is celebrating the 75th anniversary of Wilmington's beloved jazz son Clifford Brown with a week of free concerts and special events. If you love music and spectacle, come in September for a special gala - the DE symphony and a fully staged cirque performance - it is going to sell out and be amazing! Excellent chef owned restaurants throughout the area offer quite a variety of choices. On the riverfront Harry's Seafood, Iron Hill Brewery (another local brewery with great food and water front) C.W. Harborside (formerly conely wards) is switcing its menu format a bit and is reopening the waterfront patio - a very popular place Thursday-Sat with live entertainment. Domaine Hudson is a wine bistro offering small pours, small plates, and a huge cellar. Chef Dan Butler has Deep Blue downtown, Toscana's in Trolley Square and Brandywine Prime in Chadds Ford, PA near Longwood gardens and Brandywine River Museum where you can see Andrew and Jamie Wyeth's work on a tour with Victoria - the grand-daughter. Don't overlook Delaware's special local treats - a Rita's water-ice - flavorful fruit ice - mango is favorite with lemon second, a Capriottis sub, or a scoop of homemade ice cream at Woodside Farm Creamery - made and enjoyed at the farm - say hello to the Jersey cows. Ride the Wilmington and Western Railroad antique steam engines and cars along beautiful Red Clay Creek and Mt. Cuba. So you see - there is much to do here - and you haven't even been to the beaches yet. Your three days will be go fast - and it is all Tax-free! Dining, tickets, attractions, and shopping! No sales tax in Delaware. For more ideas google Brandywine valley, Delaware, Wilmington convention and visitors, In Wilmington, Out and about magazine, city fest Wilmington. Wilmington does have some areas "in transition" as most cities do - some areas are sketchy. Don't go off not knowing where you are headed. Downtown is going through a transformation with much development around the Riverfront with high-rise luxury apartments - shopping is coming but it isn't really established yet. The restaurants offer many excellent choices and more are coming - notice all the big banks names on the buildings? It is a small city with big names as residents. I hope you'll put this on your list to consider. If you do come, you'll need a good map or a gps - the back roads are beautiful but a little tricky. Good luck!
Yes. It is often overlooked - but with gas prices - folks from NYC and DC are just finding out about Delaware - this hidden gem and it is in their own backyard. It is perfect for 3-5 days to explore its natural beauty and amazing museums. Fly Southwest into Philly and rent a car - take a short 25 minute drive into Delaware and Wilmington area. There are many hotels - hotel row on Rt. 202 near Concord Mall is a good location. Nearby (by car) is the Hagley Museum the birthplace of the duPont company complete with the original black powder mills - the amazing water mill - and interactive exhibits. Also stunning Winterthur museum and country estate - the gardens and grounds are fabulous. Nemours mansion built in the fashion of Versailles just completed a $39 million restoration and tours are already booked through July - so plan ahead if you wish to see that. The Twin Lakes Brewery - in Greenville offers tours Wednesdays and Saturdays on a small estate with the lakes of course -the founders - will be on hand most likely. If you want to really experience the culture, plan your visit around one of the city festivals when there are block parties and celebrations. The Fourth of July will bring the tall ship Kalmar Nyckel will be on hand for tours and sails. Get up close with sports at Blue Rocks Baseball and fun mascot antics and Delaware Smash Tennis will host an appearance by Venus Williams. The Italian Festival in June is a weeklong street party famous on the east coast. If you like Jazz the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is celebrating the 75th anniversary of Wilmington's beloved jazz son Clifford Brown with a week of free concerts and special events. If you love music and spectacle, come in September for a special gala - the DE symphony and a fully staged cirque performance - it is going to sell out and be amazing! Excellent chef owned restaurants throughout the area offer quite a variety of choices. On the riverfront Harry's Seafood, Iron Hill Brewery (another local brewery with great food and water front) C.W. Harborside (formerly conely wards) is switcing its menu format a bit and is reopening the waterfront patio - a very popular place Thursday-Sat with live entertainment. Domaine Hudson is a wine bistro offering small pours, small plates, and a huge cellar. Chef Dan Butler has Deep Blue downtown, Toscana's in Trolley Square and Brandywine Prime in Chadds Ford, PA near Longwood gardens and Brandywine River Museum where you can see Andrew and Jamie Wyeth's work on a tour with Victoria - the grand-daughter. Don't overlook Delaware's special local treats - a Rita's water-ice - flavorful fruit ice - mango is favorite with lemon second, a Capriottis sub, or a scoop of homemade ice cream at Woodside Farm Creamery - made and enjoyed at the farm - say hello to the Jersey cows. Ride the Wilmington and Western Railroad antique steam engines and cars along beautiful Red Clay Creek and Mt. Cuba. So you see - there is much to do here - and you haven't even been to the beaches yet. Your three days will be go fast - and it is all Tax-free! Dining, tickets, attractions, and shopping! No sales tax in Delaware. For more ideas google Brandywine valley, Delaware, Wilmington convention and visitors, In Wilmington, Out and about magazine, city fest Wilmington. Wilmington does have some areas "in transition" as most cities do - some areas are sketchy. Don't go off not knowing where you are headed. Downtown is going through a transformation with much development around the Riverfront with high-rise luxury apartments - shopping is coming but it isn't really established yet. The restaurants offer many excellent choices and more are coming - notice all the big banks names on the buildings? It is a small city with big names as residents. I hope you'll put this on your list to consider. If you do come, you'll need a good map or a gps - the back roads are beautiful but a little tricky. Good luck!
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Hey:
i live in Hollywood, FL
For a 3 day quick getaway i would do Vegas**! It's a special place and you can find cheap hotels there even on the strip using travelzoo specials, hotwire or priceline, sidestep for under $80 nite. You can get an excursion to the grand canyon for like $89 per person. I think this would fit your budget.
I recently did a 3 day to Chicago but i wasn't impressed by the city at all.
Costa Rica is amazing, I personally wouldn't do it in only 3 days, since it takes a few hours to transfer to the best tourist destinations.
i live in Hollywood, FL
For a 3 day quick getaway i would do Vegas**! It's a special place and you can find cheap hotels there even on the strip using travelzoo specials, hotwire or priceline, sidestep for under $80 nite. You can get an excursion to the grand canyon for like $89 per person. I think this would fit your budget.
I recently did a 3 day to Chicago but i wasn't impressed by the city at all.
Costa Rica is amazing, I personally wouldn't do it in only 3 days, since it takes a few hours to transfer to the best tourist destinations.
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We recently went to Breckenridge and it's definitely not a budget place. First you have to pay to GET there from Denver. Ski lift tickets, lessons, rentals are really pricey. Accomodations were up the roof when we went (but then again it was in March)
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What about the midwest?? Fly into Minnesota- drive to Duluth and up the north shore of Lake Superior- stay at a nice cabin. Or- Montana, fly into Missoula stay a few days, nice shops,eats, bars, and then drive up Flat Head Lake and into GNP.
Just some ideas on the cheap.
Just some ideas on the cheap.
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