Where to go?

[KittyKat]

I've won two return flights with American Airlines in a competition! I can go to any one of its hub cities and wondering now where to go. Choices are: New York, Boston, Chicago, Miami, Dallas, LA and Dallas/Fort Worth. Not bothered about LA as I've been there twice and not sure about Dallas and Chicago unless Dibbers can persuade me otherwise.

Kitty

[BevS97]

Well, you could fly to Miami and drive to Orlando very easily.

or

New York is just amazing but probably not a '2 week' destination - although no reason you couldn't hire a car and drive up into New England as well.

Boston is also a brilliant city - could you fly into New York and out of Boston - that would be a cool trip.

Or LA - how about a drive up the california coastline - that is supposed to be stunning, or you could head into Las Vegas and also see the Grand Canyon.


Some great choices there :)

[diby5]

Coo, too many choices.
If you've done LA then I think I'd like to do Boston and the area, especially in the "Fall" :grin:

[gempep]

WOW!! What a great choice. If I could only drag myself away from Disney World I would love to travel all round the U.S., but I think in your place I would choose either somewhere I REALLY want to go or if you are planning to return to the States at a later date choose somewhere you wouldn't really have thought of going. Also, it depends if you can drive and how fit you are. I cannot drive and although I am a healthy 64 I haven't got quite the amount of stamina I had when I was 40. Good luck anyway I hope you have a great time whichever you choose.

[Freyja]

I love NY. Was there in May and will be there again in October.

We flew into Los Angeles last year and drove to Vegas and San Diego. That was a great trip and definately something I recommend.

Washington is a great city as well and there´s sooo much to do. We drove there from NY in May so that is something you could look into. A NY/Washington combo trip. It´s only a 4 hour drive.

[jan_nut]

Boston and the surrounding area is fantastic! I have been 4 times.

The city is great for walking around and quite safe.

Good shopping, great restaurants and very Brit friendly.

The Duck tour is worth doing and a trip to Fenway Park to see the Red Sox is bril!

We bumped into Bruce Springstein once on Newbury Street!

:wave:

[ju_itfc]

Oh Chicago is a magnificent city, well worth a visit. We spent 4 nights there during 7 weeks in the USA last year and could have spent a lot more time there.

The attractions aren't as obvious as some of the other cities mentioned but it is just a great walking city. Navy Pier is very nice and the shopping on the Mag Mile is amazing.

I haven't been to NY since 9/11 but it is an amazing city. Boston is also lovely, very easy to walk around with some great attractions such as the Freedom Trail, plus of course you can hire a car and travel around the surrounding areas. Salem is touristy but well worth a visit.

I would opt for a return to Chicago personally but for you the Boston option might be worth taking up.

[carolynn38]

How about Miami, with a trip down to the keys.

We are off there for a few days in Dec before our cruise and can't wait :grin:

[SusieK]

Well done, lucky you. Any of the destinations would do me!

[Fizzy Fish]

Well done!

I love New York, but would also like to visit Boston and Chicago.

Choices, choices!

[Karen Mouse]

Either New york, boston or chicago would be my choices.

Love all 3 - let me know if you need a travelling companion for that 2nd ticket ;)

[Mrs_Dazzle]

Boston and the surrounding area is fantastic! I have been 4 times.

The city is great for walking around and quite safe.

Good shopping, great restaurants and very Brit friendly.

The Duck tour is worth doing and a trip to Fenway Park to see the Red Sox is bril!

:wave:
Boston and New England would definitely get me vote. A fantastic city. and a trip into Vermont would be the icing on the cake :)

[*source*]

I vote Boston :)

OR Miami and a trip down to the Keys...

LUCKY YOU!!! x

[KittyKat]

Thanks for everyone's thoughts. I'm leaning towards Boston at the moment but really like the idea of flying into NY and out of Boston.

Yes, I do feel really lucky.

Kitty

[stug]

New York is the best place on earth IMHO!!. There is a heck of a lot to do there, easily a weeks worth. :d:

A few years ago, we hired a car and drove to Buffalo, Niagara AND Toronto from there!!!....AND then all the way down to Washington!! And seriously - we did it in 3-4days!!!! Mad?...tired?...yep!! but GREAT fun!!

Although Boston and Chicago would tempt me too now, but only if you have already done NY and the places above!. :thumbs-up

Make sure we are told your final decision...no pressure!! ;)

[liverpool lou]

New York!!