Romantic week for two in May-where should we go?
 

My wife and I have an opportunity to sneak off without the kids for a week in May. We live in NY, but anywhere in the continental US is possible. Budget is not really an issue. If it were you, where would you go?

Not having any idea what your interests are (cultural, adventure, etc) I'll just tell you what I would pick. I would go to Northern California (wine country, SF and Yosemite). Or Glacier National Park. May is a good month most places weatherwise, so you have a lot of options. <BR> <BR>As a side note, don't worry about any flack you get from posters that accuse you of abandoning your kids. I'm sure you will get some; have fun planning your trip!

While I love Northern California, if you have only the 3 days to travel, you'll spend part of the weekend on flights. <BR> <BR>My suggestions is to think about the east coast and narrow your search to that area. Or maybe even consider flying up to Quebic City. Wonderful city and your money would go a lot further with the exchange rate. <BR> <BR>

Do you like hot weather/ beaches as opposed to shows / night-life? Lots depends upon if you want to dance, do museums or just want to swim, walk, and dine. Really really romantic and away from the city on the ocean might be some of the locations between San Fran. and L.A. (Carmel and environs) There are lots of excellent Californians who have written up wonderful reviews etc. for this area. Searching under California coast should bring them up. If it was my choice I would go back to Sedona, Arizona for the week at one of the better resorts. Those red rocks are really dramatic.

Sedona is great for a weekend, but personally I don't think I could handle an entire week there. Not much to do and in the middle of a desert. <BR> <BR>I know that it isn't always considered the classiest place, but how about Las Vegas? Plenty to do, great restaurants, romantic hotels and plenty of pools to lie around in and enjoy the sun.

I would definitely head to the California coast -- you could do at least 3-4 days somewhere on the Big Sur coast. Since you're not budget-constrained, I highly recommend Ventana -- I stayed there once and it's amazing -- and have also heard great things about the Post Ranch Inn. Check out www.ventana-inn.com and www.postranchinn.com. Then for the rest of the week, a few days in either San Francisco if you're into cities, or Napa/Sonoma at an inn if you're into wine, or maybe somewhere north of San Francisco like Mendocino -- the options are endless.

I would go to Charleston, SouthCarolina and stay at "Charleston Place" on their concierge level. Everything is within walking distance - wonderful food and fun shopping. It's a great weekend getaway and the hotel is very, very nice. Enjoy!

Hello. I would recommend Charleston South Carolina. I live there myself and can give you first hand info and even send you some brochures as I am a Travel Agent too. If I can help further please email me at [email protected] <BR>

I'd second the recommendations for California coast and/or wine country, if you're willing to fly to the West Coast. Romantic possibilities include south of SF including Carmel, Big Sur, Hearst Caslte area, and even down to Santa Barbara, especially if you like wineries or the missions appeal to you. North of SF, including Pt. Reyes, Santa Rosa and Russian River wine countries and the Mendocino coast, is another terrifically romantic option. May is excellent, weather-wise, and a week (even including air travel) is enough time to be leisurely. I would consider mixing in a couple of days in SF, too, as it can be an extremely romantic city. (May is usually beautiful, but even if there's fog, well, having lived in the SF coastal area, I find the fog romantic!) <BR> <BR>Closer to home, a trip to Montreal and Quebec City offers a lot of possibilities for romance, with a more European atmosphere.

I love Charleston too and have been there many times for long weekends -- but to me, a week there would be too long. Great for 3-4 days, but not a week.

Montreal (yes, I know it's in Canada), San Francisco, Cape May, NJ, Anyplace in New Hampshire or Vermont, Niagara Falls (but the Canadian side is better).

Neil, I cast my vote with the Charleston folks. It's a short plane ride from NY. It's a beautiful, romantic, old, historical city. Amazing architecture. Great restaurants. You can see a play at the Dock Street Theatre, which I think is the oldest theatre in the U.S. The weather will be gorgeous in May. You don't need a car. You can walk everywhere. Take a carriage ride. Walk along the battery for beautiful water views. What a great get-away. I feel like going myself!

Charleston or New Orleans would be great if you like old architecture. I agree with Lisa that Ventana is very romantic if you feel like being closer to nature - get a room with a hot tub on the patio. <BR>

The Boadmoor in Colorado Springs is Great! Great spa, pool, tennis, golf, horseback riding - beautiful!

My vote is for Sante Fe, NM. When we get away, we like a complete change of scenery. May is a beautiful time there. There is so much to see and do. Bandolier National Park, Ghost Ranch (home of Georgia O'Keefe) Taos, flea market (that's really more of an open air markert) and the Opera (if it's open then, it's an incredible, open ampitheater)and on and on. There are many wonderful restaraunts and hotels. My favorites are the Bishop Lodge (outide of town)and the Spa rooms at the LaPosada (a short walk to the square). <BR> <BR>The Pacific NW is another great choice. Seattle, Vancouver and Victoria are all within a reasonable distance. I'd pick two of those and enjoy!

HEY BETH, <BR> <BR>CHECK THE RULES--TRAVEL AGENTS ARE NOT TO SOLICIT BUSINESS HERE. PERIOD.

Hello, I vote for Niagara Falls Canada.Much prettier than the US side. Take a helicopter over the falls, its great. Do the maid of the Mist and stay at the hotel attached to the casino-right at the Rainbow bridge-the name eludes me at the moment. Oh its the Brock. You won't be sorry..So much to do and all the flowers will be in bloom. Its warmer in that part of Canada than where this US citizen lives(central Ontario)

I would vote for the beautiful mountains of North Carolina (which happens to be where I live) I moved here from Ft. Lauderdale and think I live in a beautiful place. May is a beautiful time of year to hike in the mountains. We also have the Biltmore house in Asheville. Also in Asheville is the Grove Park Inn which is a beautiful Inn. It has 3 restaurants, one of which is a 4 star. If you don't get here in May - definately find time for it another time. Have fun!

Neil <BR>My true honest opinion. You may not like it but I would go to Hawaii- (Maui) <BR>Thats where I would love to go for a week without kids.. Romantic and Beautiful.. You won't be sorry.. The hardest part would be the 10 hour plane ride.. But rememeber it will be split up.. Worth the time and money!! <BR>Good Luck!!

I may have to agree with Jan. Maui is it for us. 7 days might be a little short, but you'll probably get great rates. Splurge! And don't do anything but the beaches and happy hours. Try the Hyatt Regency-check out there web site and you'll book the flight tonight! <BR>Also take a look at the Grand Wailea. <BR>Since we started going to Maui, we can't go anywhere else! We leave on April 5th! Aloha! Good luck in finding a place.