NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 In the hopes that we can all someday soon safely go back to our respective summer vacation destinations without a care in the world, what is your favorite summer vacation spot, and why? Our extended family has had a standing week in Myrtle Beach for the past 10+ years, which spread out as we are geographically, often meant it would be the only time during the year when some of us would get to see each other. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg S Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 Love going to Bermuda. Beautiful island. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 29, 2020 Author Share Posted July 29, 2020 Also, for the kids (and my inner kid), this is right up there: 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Info Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 Fave vacation spot is Corsica. Making plans to return next year. This is sunset behind the town of Bonifacio. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 29, 2020 Author Share Posted July 29, 2020 9 minutes ago, Mr Info said: Fave vacation spot is Corsica. Making plans to return next year. This is sunset behind the town of Bonifacio. This looks like one heckuva view! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 I’m a home boy. Va beach or OBX. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Info Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 (edited) 12 minutes ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: This looks like one heckuva view! From that cliff city is the 187 step King of Aragon staircase that was hewn into the limestone to descend to the sea. Edited July 29, 2020 by Mr Info 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 Carolina Beach, NC. But I've been wanting to go to the Azores and the Algarve in Portugal. Waited till my knees were fixed, now boom. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Gal Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 (edited) Italy. The Amalfi coast is lovely, but I like Valpolicella best. That would be because it grows my favorite grapes and produces my favorite type of wine. Once travel is open again, we'd like to go back to Verona, spend a few more days there and then head out to the countryside.? Edited July 29, 2020 by Buffalo_Gal 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted July 29, 2020 Share Posted July 29, 2020 Hawaii. We have not been back since TWA was acquired by American Airlines. We went 8 times, sometimes for 2 weeks, before the resort we were timeshare owner of told us that we needed to contribute toward land lease renewal or we could not use our room. We already had reservation and have paid for air tickets and half of annual fee. We were under no obligation according to paperwork which is something that stated during our presentation several times but evidently they were having trouble finding owners to contribute. We told them if we could not use our room we were under no obligation to pay owners fee and didn't. For several years we got letter stating we were still under obligation to pay owners fee and they were going to put on our credit report and if there was no action they were going to small claims court and contact a collection agency, I sent back response stating please do so for the sooner I get on credit report the sooner I can dispute it and I have original paperwork stating I was not under any obligation for the lease renewal and have justification for not paying owner maintenance fees. Nothing went on credit report, no small court order from Hawaii (which Virginia has said it will not enforce) and no collection agency calls. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 48 minutes ago, Limeaid said: Hawaii. We have not been back since TWA was acquired by American Airlines. We went 8 times, sometimes for 2 weeks, before the resort we were timeshare owner of told us that we needed to contribute toward land lease renewal or we could not use our room. We already had reservation and have paid for air tickets and half of annual fee. We were under no obligation according to paperwork which is something that stated during our presentation several times but evidently they were having trouble finding owners to contribute. We told them if we could not use our room we were under no obligation to pay owners fee and didn't. For several years we got letter stating we were still under obligation to pay owners fee and they were going to put on our credit report and if there was no action they were going to small claims court and contact a collection agency, I sent back response stating please do so for the sooner I get on credit report the sooner I can dispute it and I have original paperwork stating I was not under any obligation for the lease renewal and have justification for not paying owner maintenance fees. Nothing went on credit report, no small court order from Hawaii (which Virginia has said it will not enforce) and no collection agency calls. Well played Limeaid! And FWIW we went to Maui on our honeymoon and loved it so much we went back for our 1 yr anniversary, that time to Oahu—we loved every minute. It’s been over 10 yrs ago now though, beyond time to get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snafu Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, PromoTheRobot said: Carolina Beach, NC. But I've been wanting to go to the Azores and the Algarve in Portugal. Waited till my knees were fixed, now boom. Been to the Algarve twice. I’d retire there. Try Tavira. Nice little place. You need to take the ferry to get to the beach, but it is worth the ride. Edited July 30, 2020 by snafu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Carribean cruises.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 SXM used to be our Caribbean spot but last time were there was pre Irma in 2015. It’s been pretty messed up since and Corona is just destroying any progress that was made. We’ll miss our annual fall Disney trip for the food & wine 1/2 marathon. If we’re not able to travel this winter for some ski trips that will really hurt too. Supposed to go to Montana in early Jan with our friends and all the kids to their ski condo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 2 minutes ago, billsfanmiami(oh) said: SXM used to be our Caribbean spot but last time were there was pre Irma in 2015. It’s been pretty messed up since and Corona is just destroying any progress that was made. We’ll miss our annual fall Disney trip for the food & wine 1/2 marathon. If we’re not able to travel this winter for some ski trips that will really hurt too. Supposed to go to Montana in early Jan with our friends and all the kids to their ski condo. Yep we were supposed to go that week, plus am signed up for the full in January, but not looking much more promising at that time either. Here’s to 2022! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 33 minutes ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: Yep we were supposed to go that week, plus am signed up for the full in January, but not looking much more promising at that time either. Here’s to 2022! Well at least you don’t have to run a full ?! Tons of respect for those that do that. 1/2 is about my max but I have said I’d like to do the Jan full once just to say I did it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 Just now, billsfanmiami(oh) said: Well at least you don’t have to run a full ?! Tons of respect for those that do that. 1/2 is about my max but I have said I’d like to do the Jan full once just to say I did it! I did that one for the 1st time this year, and have to say Disney does it right—great course, great support, and great camaraderie amongst the field of runners—it was my 1st ever marathon and decided I’d try to make this an annual tradition...hope we both get the chance at this one again soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 4 hours ago, PromoTheRobot said: Carolina Beach, NC. But I've been wanting to go to the Azores and the Algarve in Portugal. Waited till my knees were fixed, now boom. We liked the Algarve. Portugal in general, but the Algarve in particular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoBills808 Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Ketchikan AK If I didn’t live in Hawaii I’d live there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Gary, Indiana. Check out that view of The Lake! You've not been living if you've never visited! Sure, there's some bad parts... But like any place else, you learn to avoid them! The picturesque lighthouse makes up for it: Same with the Jackson 5 museum, don't miss that: And you can't beat $27 flights into Greater Gary Airport! 8 hours ago, SlimShady'sSpaceForce said: I’m a home boy. Va beach or OBX. I got the Shadester beat, I am a homey too! Gateway to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore: Where else can you visit Michael Jackson's childhood home AND go beachcombing all in the same day! And visit Buffalo born Homey, SCOTUS Chief Justice Roberts childhood stomping grounds in Long Beach: But be prepared to drop some coins... That's a $1.7 million dollar home! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 ^^^^Thanks--I've got Gary, IN all penciled in. Load up the Station Wagon kids! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Does Buffalo count? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PastaJoe Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 We’ve been going to Cape May on the southern tip of New Jersey for 20 years, and we went again in July as the virus numbers dropped enough for the hotel on the beach to open. They gave us a $20 a day credit at their outdoor seating restaurant for every day we didn’t use maid service, which came to $180. Everyone wore masks and socially distanced. At least 6 feet apart on the beach. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
707BillsFan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Aruba. We try and go every couple of years. This was our year, pushed it to next year instead (?). Also love Hilton Head and of course, Buffalo. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 (edited) 15 hours ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: Well played Limeaid! And FWIW we went to Maui on our honeymoon and loved it so much we went back for our 1 yr anniversary, that time to Oahu—we loved every minute. It’s been over 10 yrs ago now though, beyond time to get back. Hawaii is high on my list of places to go, but I just can’t get the wife interested. I’ll have to check a bunch of other places off the list before I can make that happen. My favorite “regular” destination is Hilton Head Island, SC. Lived there after college, met my wife there and our kids were born there. It’s part vacation, part “going home”. Cool blend, and an easy 4 hour drive from Atlanta. My favorite “special” destination is Barcelona, Spain. Awesome city. Tooka cruise last year from Barcelona to Lisbon. Next year same Windstar ship from Italy to Barcelona. As much as I want to see the new places, I can’t wait to get back to Barcelona! . 10 hours ago, ExiledInIllinois said: Gary, Indiana. Check out that view of The Lake! You've not been living if you've never visited! Sure, there's some bad parts... But like any place else, you learn to avoid them! The picturesque lighthouse makes up for it: Same with the Jackson 5 museum, don't miss that: And you can't beat $27 flights into Greater Gary Airport! I got the Shadester beat, I am a homey too! Gateway to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore: I met a guy one time and we’re chatting before tennis. We’re in the whole “and where are you originally from” conversation. He says “Oh, I’m from the armpit of the United States”. I say, “so Gary, Indiana.” He said “how did you know?” And I respond “I just drove thru it once, and that’s all it took”. What are the odds? . Edited July 30, 2020 by Augie 1 3 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Goat Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 10 hours ago, ExiledInIllinois said: Gary, Indiana. Check out that view of The Lake! You've not been living if you've never visited! Sure, there's some bad parts... But like any place else, you learn to avoid them! The picturesque lighthouse makes up for it: Same with the Jackson 5 museum, don't miss that: And you can't beat $27 flights into Greater Gary Airport! I worked in the newsroom of the Post-Tribune in the mid-'90s. I lived in downtown Chicago and commuted every day. At about 2 a.m. one morning, driving home, I was pulled over on main street. The officer asked me if I knew what I did wrong, and I said I didn't. He said, "You stopped at a red light. Don't ever do that again after 6 p.m." 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billsfanmiami(oh) Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 13 hours ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: I did that one for the 1st time this year, and have to say Disney does it right—great course, great support, and great camaraderie amongst the field of runners—it was my 1st ever marathon and decided I’d try to make this an annual tradition...hope we both get the chance at this one again soon! That’s for sure. Very well organized & executed from start to finish. Pretty impressive considering the amount of participants. We’ve done the January 1/2 twice and then switched to the wine & dine and have done that 6 times. Always enjoy doing the race, relaxing for a bit then drinking around the world! 1 hour ago, 707BillsFan said: Aruba. We try and go every couple of years. This was our year, pushed it to next year instead (?). Also love Hilton Head and of course, Buffalo. We were supposed to do Aruba for the first time in April. Was really looking forward to it. “Supposed” to drive down to Hilton head for a partial week before Labor Day but not sure if that will happen or not. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Augie said: My favorite “regular” destination is Hilton Head Island, SC. Lived there after college, met my wife there and our kids were born there. It’s part vacation, part “going home”. Cool blend, and an easy 4 hour drive from Atlanta. I met a guy one time and we’re chatting before tennis. We’re in the whole “and where are you originally from” conversation. He says “Oh, I’m from the armpit of the United States”. I say, “so Gary, Indiana.” He said “how did you know?” And I respond “I just drove thru it once, and that’s all it took”. What are the odds? Any of your kids named "Hilton"? And I thought that was Gary's official nickname. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 21 hours ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: Also, for the kids (and my inner kid), this is right up there: I’ve only been there once but I remember it fondly. Its funny though my one friend took his kids there because they wanted to go. He absolutely loathed every second of it whatever reason lol I guess it’s subjective? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PastaJoe Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 2 hours ago, Augie said: Hawaii is high on my list of places to go, but I just can’t get the wife interested. I’ll have to check a bunch of other places off the list before I can make that happen. My wife wants to go to Hawaii but I’m not a fan of long flights. Perhaps you could take her, and I’ll take your wife for a car ride. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Goat Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 21 hours ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: Also, for the kids (and my inner kid), this is right up there: I book a trip there whenever my wife talks about having another kid. It really is the best form of birth control. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 24 minutes ago, Another Fan said: I’ve only been there once but I remember it fondly. Its funny though my one friend took his kids there because they wanted to go. He absolutely loathed every second of it whatever reason lol I guess it’s subjective? Your friend probably was not made familiar with “FastPass” . Although, I think under their limited admission reopen policies that’s been suspended currently? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Gal Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 13 hours ago, GoBills808 said: Ketchikan AK Alaska is the most beautiful state, IMO. I would not want to live there, but I would definitely like to go again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 25 minutes ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: Your friend probably was not made familiar with “FastPass” . Although, I think under their limited admission reopen policies that’s been suspended currently? This was at least 5 years ago when he went. Too add more fuel to his fire his flight got delayed home for at least 3 hours ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 48 minutes ago, PastaJoe said: and I’ll take your wife for a car ride. Will you pay for a nice seafood dinner, and never call her back? 56 minutes ago, Another Fan said: I’ve only been there once but I remember it fondly. Its funny though my one friend took his kids there because they wanted to go. He absolutely loathed every second of it whatever reason lol I guess it’s subjective? "Happiest Place on Earth" my *%$. My ex-wife LOVED that place. My kids had fun also but goodness, it's expensive, hot, busy, and stressful. Luckily it's easy to get a good beer all around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WEATHER DOT COM Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 Kauai Bryce Canyon/Zion/Great Basin triangle Great Slave Lake area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punching Bag Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 48 minutes ago, NoHuddleKelly12 said: Your friend probably was not made familiar with “FastPass” . Although, I think under their limited admission reopen policies that’s been suspended currently? Many people do not want to pay as much as PSLs for an amusement part. It takes the fun out of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 1 hour ago, PastaJoe said: My wife wants to go to Hawaii but I’m not a fan of long flights. Perhaps you could take her, and I’ll take your wife for a car ride. We flew out for a California wine trip one time. Many of the people around us were going on to Hawaii. She could not bear the thought of another long leg in the air. Strangely, she had no qualms about flying to Spain last year, and we’re looking forward to a trip to Italy next year. She just doesn’t care much for Hawaii is all I can think...... So, NO, you CANNOT take my wife for a “car ride”. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 I'd have to go with Key West. One place that I want to visit(for the 1st time) in the next 2-3 years or whenever this craziness ends...Hawaii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo_Gal Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 30 minutes ago, Augie said: We flew out for a California wine trip one time. Many of the people around us were going on to Hawaii. She could not bear the thought of another long leg in the air. Strangely, she had no qualms about flying to Spain last year, and we’re looking forward to a trip to Italy next year. She just doesn’t care much for Hawaii is all I can think...... I am with your wife on Hawaii. Not a place I'd ever choose to visit again. Have fun in Italy! We were there for six weeks last fall and got to travel a lot of the country (the time before that we were there it was mostly Rome and Florence). The next time(s) we go will be 2 weeks in a set location really getting to know an area well. And drinking wine. Lots of wine. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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