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My friends and I take an all-girls trip every year. One of my friends has to turn in her requested vacay time for the summer soon, so we are starting to planning process for our 2008 trip. We decided to each come up with a list of five places we'd like to travel to, and then compare lists. I'm having a hard time coming up with a list. We're a pretty eclectic group - some of us married, some of single, some of us more outgoing than others, some of us with more strict budgets than others - but we're still pretty flexible and open to trying new places. Any ideas? Here are some things to consider:
Places we've visited together in the past: Cancun (x2), New York, Bahamas, Las Vegas. Also, we go to Myrtle Beach as a group a few times each summer, so that's not an option.
We try to alternate between a "city" and a "beachy/tropical" location. We did Las Vegas last year, so technically, this is sand 'n surf year, but that's not set in stone.
We're aiming for 4 nights, five days to minimize time off work...Wed - Sun or Sat - Wed.
As far as when we're going, we'll be traveling somewhere in the May - August range. The heat doesn't really bother us (can't get much more hot and humid than NC in July), so that doesn't matter too much.
It doesn't have to be in the US, but we do try to be budget-savvy, so considering the weak American dollar (and the time constraints), I think Paris and London are out of the question for this year.
The two places I've put on my list are Nashville and Key West, both of which I've been to before, but not in a while, and not with my girl friends.
Where else would you suggest? For some reason, right now all I can think of is ski getaways, which don't really work for summer , so I'm drawing a blank. Feel free to name five or more places! If I use one of your ideas, expect a PM from me on fun stuff to do there!
Have you thought of doing a cruise? We are awaiting our 5th cruise in April. Loads of fun, great for a group (lots of group activities, as well as plenty of options for individual time). Cruising is a great value, if you are willing to look. We took an 8 day NCL Mexican Riviera Cruise in February. We had an inside cabin (really feel no need for anything fancier, since all we do is sleep there) and we paid $359 each (that's $44.88 a day; try going anywhere else and spend that little per person per day). That is for FOOD, ACCOMMODATIONS, ACTIVITIES and ENTERTAINMENT onboard. Granted, alcohol, spa treatments, gambling, organized shore excursions, etc. will cost extra if you choose to participate, but really, you could board a ship and never pay another dime and still have the time of your life! I highly recommend cruising!!!!!!
We have been to the Bahamas (Disney Wonder, 2003) Alaska (NCL Spirit 2004), Texarbbean (NCL Dream 2005 to Cozumel, Belize, and Roatan Honduras), Mexican Riviera (NCL Star 2007).
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My Dh and I went to Sanibel Island, FL this past June. You can rent a house as a group which will be more budget concious on everyone and the beaches is wonderful, the sunset brilliant and the shelling is great. Watch the local paper for low tide it is an amazing event. Going out into the ocean that was over your head the day before. It is close to Ft Myers for shopping expeditions too. We had a wonderful time. The keys are great too.
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I've heard NYC in the summer is not as busy - everyone's out in the Hamptons. It'd be fun, and you could shop 'til you drop!
I know you're from NC, but before I went to college, every year, my parents would rent a house on Holden Beach. It's beautiful there; and the houses are absolutely fabulous, and they're not that expensive - especially since there's so many of you.
Charleston-very historical place. Lots of Antebellum homes to tour.
Cozumel (All Inclusive-all alcohol,food already paid for). May I suggest the Iberostar in Cozumel. It's a very nice place and not that expensive to stay for 5-7 days. We are planning on going back soon (I hope). They have a beautiful beach and the swimming pool is fantastic. There is snorkeling and scuba diving available (diving costs $$ though, snorkeling off the beach is fun though). There is a swim up bar. Be sure to try a drink called "Dirty Monkey". They are very tasty.
Hi Scarlett!!! I've got a few destinations for you, but they come from the mind of a scuba diver, so bear that in mind! I think a great place for you to visit would be Puerto Rico (Welcome to Puerto Rico!) or the USVI's (America's Caribbean Paradise: U.S. Virgin Islands Guide) or the BVI's (Official Website of the BVI Tourist Board – British Virgin Islands). If you want a really great mix of fun, sun and nightlife Caribbean style, check out Belize: specifically Amergries Caye (Belize Vacations, Maps, Real Estate, Resorts, News, Hotels, Travels, Flights, Weather, Tours). The place had great drinks on the beach and some amazing snorkeling (not to mention lots of washboard ab's in swim suits). If you want a place on an island that is a little more low-key to really dig your toes in the sand and do little else, check out the Honduran Islands. Roatan is the most popular (Roatan Honduras Hotels, Scuba Diving, Real Estate, Restaurants and Island Life | Bay Islands Honduras, Central America) but Utila is the place to go for total relaxation (Utila Official Site - Utila, Bay Islands, Honduras - Tropical Island Paradise). Another thing you might want to look into are ecolodge in Honduras (if you do a google search you'll find all kinds of them.) There are some breathtaking spas located on the mainlands of the Caribbean and they shouldn't be overlooked! I don't know how expensive they are or when their off-seasons are (which I'm sure they have, being that they are located in rain forests... monsoons and all). We had a day trip once to one and I could have stayed there all day. They welcomed us with a coconut with a hole drilled in it, a straw stuck through the center and a little rum and pineapple juice added. OMG. Best drink EVER!
The place I have always wanted to visit, but didn't get to before the bun started bakin' in the oven is CURACAO!!! The pictures on their website pretty much say it all: The island of Curacao - A real, different Caribbean vacation | Bon Bini Curacao So while I can't recommend it personally, I can say that four years ago I did some massive research and fell in love with its liveliness, festivals and beaches (well, and the diving).
I hope that helps. Just make sure you do loads of research before you go! I really don't want to see your face on the news and hear that you've gone missing!!! You're too important to me! Have fun deciding and no matter where you go - have an awesome time!
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I too was going to suggest a cruise. We did one for our spring break senior year (4 of us) and had a great time
Otherwise, if you want something beachy, I'd vote for the Keys or somewhere else in FL! I'm guessing HHI or that area might be too close for comfort since you're in NC? (I wouldn't consider it really getting away, but that's me )!!
My suggestion is Myrtle Beach. I love it there and you can spend all your time on the beach, or go out and do something. It's nice and warm that time of year, though the water hasn't had a chance to warm up yet. I'm also a little bias as my family has been one of a group of anywhere from 4-6 families that vacation there together every year since the early 90's. I would also suggest Savannah, Georgia if you like history and and ghosts and all that.
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, so I'm drawing a blank. Feel free to name five or more places! 
If I use one of your ideas, expect a PM from me on fun stuff to do there! 
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the idea of a short cruise. I'd also suggest:
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