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Madhu
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Username: Mpai
Post Number: 22
Registered: 3-2006
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 12:23 pm: | 
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My husband and I are thinking of taking a short vacation at the end of Sept., without our toddler. I'm expecting #2 in early Feb so this may be our last 'alone' vacation for a while. Unfortunately, we are limited to the number of days we can be away - it will most likely be Weds through Sun/Mon. Any suggestions of a nice getaway spot? The Carribean would be great due to short flight time but it's hurricane season!
Any suggestions would be much appreciated!
Madhu |
red
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Username: Redy67
Post Number: 6821
Registered: 2-2003
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 1:51 pm: |
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We did a long weekend at Goldeneye Jamaica. The most amazing vacation I have ever taken.
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melicious
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Username: Melicious
Post Number: 660
Registered: 6-2002
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 3:19 pm: |
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Your talkin' to a born and raised Floridian, here. DO NOT go to the Caribbean at the height of the hurricane season. August through October are the worst for storms.
If you want close beach, you could try Hilton Head. It'll be hot as all hell, but beautiful. http://www.hiltonheadisland.org/visitorinformation/all_visitor_info.html
Their are beautiful coastal islands in Georgia, too. I like Jekyll Island.
http://www.coastalgeorgiaexperience.com/site/502999/page/445361
You could also go north to Block Island in Rhode Island.
I LOVE the Mohonk Mountain House - and you could drive. What you save on airfare you will need to pay for the room! Its pricey, but nice.
http://www.mohonk.com/
Have a wonderful trip! GOod luck with the babe!
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Virtual It Girl
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Username: Shh
Post Number: 4948
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 3:27 pm: |
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Posted here in the past...www.Copperhood.com
We went for our tenth anniversary. Ahhhhhh...There were only 5 of us there, my husband and I and a group of 3 women, one of whom was pregnant. We did a lot of hiking (even the pregnant woman, on her 4th!), yoga, etc. Food was fabulous, great service, so private and personalized. 2 hours away or so, near Woodstock. |
not again...
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Username: Notagain
Post Number: 37
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 9:01 pm: |
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how about NYC? stay in a hotel and just do all the things you did pre-kid, or just always wanted to do. easy, close, though not terribly cheap. |
sac
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Username: Sac
Post Number: 3690
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 9:12 pm: |
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If one is worried about hurricanes, wouldn't Georgia and Hilton Head also be off the list? |
calypso
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Username: Calypso
Post Number: 72
Registered: 1-2006
| | Posted on Friday, August 11, 2006 - 9:35 pm: |
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When I was pregnant with #2, my husband and I went out to Amagansett, on the NOrth Fork of Long Island. It was November, so no tourists, no traffic, lots of vacancies, etc. The beach was wonderful for walking and picnics,we climbed the lighthouse at Montauk, and had a great tour at Duck Walk Vineyard (even if you can only have a sip, it's fun to try a couple of new wines! Duck Walk is also much less snooty than other vineyards out there), and the B&B was wonderfully relaxing, with a big tub and a working fireplace. There are lots of other places to visit and stuff to do, too. There was even a very post-modern "burlesque" show at a local club (too bizarre for words). It was a bit of a schlep from here, but the off-season prices were good and we had a fantastic time.
I'd think that going end of September you could get good rates. Enjoy your vacation! |
Boomie
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Username: Boomie
Post Number: 447
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, August 12, 2006 - 2:11 pm: |
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Fly to Puerto Rico - easy and beautiful. We love the El Conquistador. |
eliz
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Username: Eliz
Post Number: 1656
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, August 12, 2006 - 8:05 pm: |
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Amagansett is beautiful but it's not the North Fork. |
calypso
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Username: Calypso
Post Number: 80
Registered: 1-2006
| | Posted on Saturday, August 12, 2006 - 9:57 pm: |
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oops, you're right. my memory isn't what it used to be! |
MeAndTheBoys
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Username: Meandtheboys
Post Number: 4313
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, August 13, 2006 - 8:06 am: |
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Well it ain't the Carribean, but I can highly recommend Cape May, NJ. September is probably one of the absolute BEST times to be there. The weather is still beautiful and all the crazy summer crowds have gone home so the kiddies can go back to school (me included  ). During "off season" it shouldn't be more than a two hour drive, straight down the parkway!
Hubby and I went there during February break (when the kiddies were visiting mom and dad) and had a wonderful time. We stayed here:
http://www.congresshall.com/
It's a really great, recently renovated hotel overlooking the ocean, in the heart of the historic district, within walking distance to EVERYTHING!
Before kids, our absolute favorite was here:
http://www.mainstayinn.com/
An utterly spectacular Victorian B&B (one of the first in Cape May), also in the heart of the historic district.
If neither of those places are of interest, there are dozens of other options. Feel free to P/L me with any questions. Just so you know, Cape May is probably one of my most favorite places on earth, so I could be a bit biased (just got back from a week there, and can't wait to go back next summer)! |
connied76
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Username: Connied76
Post Number: 66
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, August 13, 2006 - 3:46 pm: |
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Go to the part of the caribbean outside the hurricane belt if you are set on the caribbean. St Lucia and Antigua are beautiful and are rarely affected by hurricanes because of their location. Great sales to both right now. We are partial to the Sandals chain for a carefree vacation.The regency is St Lucia has excellent sales right now. |
SOSully
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Username: Sullymw
Post Number: 1324
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 9:31 am: |
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another vote for PR. JetBlue flies direct from EWR...no customs...no language barrier...no money exchange. |
Madhu
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Username: Mpai
Post Number: 23
Registered: 3-2006
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 12:41 pm: |
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Thanks everyone! Some great recos here which I will be looking into this week!
Madhu |
MeAndTheBoys
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Username: Meandtheboys
Post Number: 4322
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 2:18 pm: |
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Seems now flying is even more of a gigantic pain with all these new restrictions. I wonder if I'd even bother. |
connied76
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Username: Connied76
Post Number: 70
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 2:38 pm: |
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The only real change in US travel is not being able to bring liquids/gels/creams on the plane. So, pack them in your checked luggage and pack more clothes or shows in your carry-on. Problem solved. I don't see thei as some great inconvenience other than you'll have dry hands and less than fresh breath when you arrive . I doubt it will take too much longer to get through security now that they have the details laid out and people are getting familar with the policy. A report in the paper over the weekend said all was smooth from NY airports unless you were going to London.
Although I love Puerto Rico, I would worry about it being inside of the hurricane belt at the end of Sept- not for safety reasons but strictly because I would want great weather! Even it there are just trop storms and they are even near PR, you'll wind up sitting in rain and wind for 4 out of 5 days! |
connied76
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Username: Connied76
Post Number: 71
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 2:39 pm: |
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The only real change in US travel is not being able to bring liquids/gels/creams on the plane. So, pack them in your checked luggage and pack more clothes or shoes in your carry-on. Problem solved. I don't see thei as some great inconvenience other than you'll have dry hands and less than fresh breath when you arrive. I doubt it will take too much longer to get through security now that they have the details laid out and people are getting familar with the policy. A report in the paper over the weekend said all was smooth from NY airports unless you were going to London.
Although I love Puerto Rico, I would worry about it being inside of the hurricane belt at the end of Sept- not for safety reasons but strictly because I would want great weather! Even it there are just trop storms and they are even near PR, you'll wind up sitting in rain and wind for 4 out of 5 days! |
calypso
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Username: Calypso
Post Number: 83
Registered: 1-2006
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 9:25 pm: |
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How do you travel without liquids if you have a baby? Non-nursing babies need formala, and they all need wipes, creams, etc. Not to mention all of the liquids, gels and creams they create all on their own. |
connied76
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Username: Connied76
Post Number: 73
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Monday, August 14, 2006 - 9:37 pm: |
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The no liquids rule doesn't apply to baby formula. A wipe is not a liquid or gel or cream and my guess is that can probably wait on diaper cream for a few hours. |
Paula Robinson
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Username: Mph
Post Number: 7
Registered: 8-2006
| | Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 11:54 pm: |
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Newport, RI is a wonderful place to go for a short vacation. The weather will still be wonderful in Sept - and there is so much to do besides the beach: cliff walk, shops, take the ferry and visit Block Island, mansion tours. There are so many wonderful restaurants as well. Its about a 4 hour drive.. give or take.. or you could always fly to Providence..
stay at The Black Duck Inn... so cute... blackduckinn.com |
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