Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
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Campus Hero [13657]
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Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 9:37 AM
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fall fishing trip to take her somewhere she has never been. Certain of you may recall she is doing some serious grieving. I know she will be sad wherever she goes, but I'm putting my feelings aside.
For the record...this is an early October trip. 5-6 days. Home base is the Upstate.
Option 1: Key West. Don't know what to do there. Don't know where to stay. We aren't drinkers (have you ever noticed how many events are focused on alcohol?) and I don't fault anyone that does drink...but the whole "Five O'clock Somewhere" theme doesn't apply to us.
Option II: Grand Canyon. Looks like to fly into Las Vegas and rent a car is the best option. We could do a big circle and hit some of Colorado, Utah, and California in the process. I did see some very nice helicopter tours but they cost more than the round-trip flight!
Any experience with either? Recommendations? Must-sees?
Thanking you in advance, I remain The Mole
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One summer my ex asked me to take her somewhere she has
Aug 22, 2022, 9:40 AM
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never been.
So I took her to our kitchen.
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Campus Hero [13657]
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Re: One summer my ex asked take me to her somewhere she has
Aug 22, 2022, 10:04 AM
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RIMSHOT!
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Game Changer [1915]
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Re: One summer my ex asked take me to her somewhere she has
Aug 22, 2022, 10:51 AM
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Probably somewhere she also has not been
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Ohhhh - she was there a BUNCH - but never with bob***
Aug 22, 2022, 3:15 PM
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Mascot [20]
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 9:55 AM
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Do Boston with game up there. You would have time to see Boston and drive up to Maine.
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Option II
Aug 22, 2022, 9:58 AM
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Flew to Phoenix, drove thru Sedona (stopping at Rock Spring Cafe for Chile and pie), Jerome, Saw Montazoma’s Castle , then Flagstaff and on to Grand Canyon. Over to Medicine Hat and up thru the Monument Valley. Up Moki Dugway. Four corners, Petrified Forest NP. Route 66. All without a plan. Better by far than Key West.
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Campus Hero [13657]
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Re: Option II
Aug 22, 2022, 10:06 AM
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Sounds like an Eagles song...
Thanks!
(Is that Bethel, NC?)
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Re: Option II
Aug 22, 2022, 11:49 AM
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This is similar to what I’ve done in the past.
One fun addition for us was taking the mules to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and spending the night at Phantom Ranch.
We also ended the trip with a couple nights in Vegas and flew home from there.
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Orange Immortal [66402]
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Been to both...
Aug 22, 2022, 10:05 AM
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Key West is fun if you enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, paddle boarding, sailing, kayaking, or deep sea fishing. There are also some museums, parks, and homes you can tour if you're looking to spend some time off the water. The Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson is pretty cool.
I absolutely loathe Las Vegas. I have to fly out there at least once annually for work. It's Myrtle Beach with gabling (trashy and low rent). However, if you're are only flying in there to start your excursion south toward the Hoover ###, Sedona and the Grand Canyon, it's fine. If you do decide on this trip, spend the extra money and take a helicopter tour of the canyon. It's entirely worth it.
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Helicopter tour is amazong
Aug 22, 2022, 12:00 PM
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I took one of the helicopter tours of the Grand Canyon last year. It was an incredible experience. My wife and I were on the front row beside the pilot. The tours are not cheap, but I agree they are worth the price. However, I plan to take one anytime I ever go to Las Vegas.
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Orange Immortal [66402]
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Did one in Maui a few years ago too...
Aug 22, 2022, 7:22 PM
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Again...pretty pricy but well worth it.
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My older brother went to the Grand Canyon with his family.
Aug 22, 2022, 10:05 AM
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The pictures I saw were amazing and they loved the trip. They also drove where there were no lights, stopped and saw the night sky like they have never seen before.
Where ever you go, enjoy the trip.
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Trainer [25]
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:12 AM
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Would it be possible to take her on a deep fishing trip in Key West. I have done it twice. and took my wife once....she loved it.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:15 AM
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Take her on a fishing trip to Alaska or the Bahamas! Both would be romantic and you could fish too!
You could ask her to plan the whole trip to what she wants to do. It’s always a great trip when I tell my wife to plan everything & she always includes more things Like to do because it’s her idea.
Praying for healing for her right now.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:25 AM
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Pretty good fishing off Key West. Plus you can snorkel and scuba dive. Allegiant has super cheap flights out of Asheville. Explore your way up to Miami and back.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:26 AM
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Consider Cape Cod. Wife and I visited several years ago and had a great time. We're not into the partying scene, either. Stayed in Chatham, MA. Provincetown, Nantucket ,and Martha's Vineyard are worth a visit. Spending a few days there was not nearly as expensive you one might expect.
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Orange Phenom [14475]
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:28 AM
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Option II
Key West IMO is way overrated, especially if you don't drink. The beaches are not very good there. The weather in October would be nice, but unless you're gonna fish a lot or make a day trip to Dry Tortugas NP, I would recommend Option II.
It depends on how much time you have, but the cheapest flights would be to Vegas. Personally, I don't gamble or drink, so Vegas is just not my cup of tea, but it offers a cheap entry and exit to a lot of pretty country.
Definitely do the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Go early in October and carry warm clothing. You can hit up Bryce Canyon and Zion NP in Utah too.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:36 AM
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I moved to Lexington, KY last year and depending what y’all are into, I recommend people give it a try. Bourbon tours, Oct 7-29 they have the Keeneland horse races, food is great, it’s only an hour from Cincinnati and Louisville which both have great things to go see and do. Great hiking spots and caves to explore, that time of year is when we got here, beautiful weather. Some really cool other horse parks.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:41 AM
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We did the Vegas, Grand Canyon, Zion National Park loop a few years back. Fantastic trip.
Took in a few shows in LV, and we threw in the Hoover ### as a side trip from LV. Well worth it.
Went rafting in the Colorado, not sure what that is like right now with drought, so maybe a helicopter tour is a better play.
Zion NP is absolutely beautiful, and that time of year might be less crowded. Sign up early for Angels Landing if you are feeling adventurous...you'll never forget it.
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pretty strict language checker!!!
Aug 22, 2022, 10:41 AM
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the Hoover facility that holds back water...how about that?
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:49 AM
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I agree with some below…KW is overrated unless you are taking the excursions mentioned. Several have mentioned taking her fishing…but unless she has been and you know she actually enjoys it, I would avoid it…this trip is to help her heal, not figure out a way for you to still salvage your fishing trip…
I’ve been to Vegas, but never the Grand Canyon, so I can’t comment on that…would imagine it could be a good trip for quiet reflection and just to take in the natural beauty of the area.
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Dynasty Maker [3258]
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:52 AM
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Option 2. Be safe.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 11:16 AM
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We have done both and between the two, go out west. Get out of Vegas ASAP and head into Utah where you can do the big National Parks and head down to the northern rim of the Grand Canyon(much less crowded and nice drive heading down from Utah into Arizona). Aspen tree are beautiful that time of year and might be snowing. It was when we went. It is a day trip down to the northern rim, so you will probably won't to come back from where you spent the night in Utah, as lodging is scant on the northern rim. Whatever you decide, have a great trip.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 11:42 AM
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Key West for sure! And book a fishing charter while there. Kill two birds with one stone.
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Orange Blooded [3886]
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 11:47 AM
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^ either not in a relationship or will soon be divorced.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 12:00 PM
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Have fished the obx and the keys. No comparison that the obx has much better fishing. I’ve been told by captains in the Keys that they are overfished.
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I would go to Portsmouth New Hampshire
Aug 22, 2022, 12:04 PM
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it is lovely that time of year, and it is dirt cheap and liek no where else on the eastern Seaboard.. The food is amazing and cheap, especially if you like seafood. Every restaurant is 5 star along the water, but with 3 star prices. The beer selections are amazing, and you can a drive up the Maine Coast. I am not kidding, it is one of the most underrated places and October is a great time to go. it is also a great town to catch a Clemson game, the bar scene is to die for.
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Oculus Spirit [41325]
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I'm going to Maine New Hampshire and Vermont
Aug 22, 2022, 7:48 PM
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early October this year
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 12:06 PM
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We have done both. The best part of Key West is driving across the 7 mile bridge to get there. The water is beautiful. The sunset festival was fun but it is very alcohol fueled or at least it was the last time we went there and that was probably 20-22 years ago. We went to Hoover ### and the Grand Canyon in December 2019 after the Playoff game against Ohio St. It was on my bucket list and we were there for the game so it was a no brainer for us to go. There was snow around the rim and that was beautiful but I think it would be a lot better in early October. Out of those two I would definitely pick the Grand Canyon.
Two other great trips I would recommend and they are opposite ends in the cost spectrum. 1 - drive up to the Finger Lakes region of NY. Watkins Glen state park is a fairly aggressive but beautiful hike. Main attraction there is the wineries but the scenery would be the draw for non-drinkers. 2 - Fly to Anchorage and drive up to Denali and take the park tour. You will see caribou, grizzly bears and moose in the wild. Might be the best trip I have ever taken. In early October you might even see the northern lights but I’m not sure how cold it will be. We went the first week in August and it was in the 70s in the daytime.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 12:30 PM
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FYI, if do choose Key west, make reservations NOW and cross your fingers, it is booked solid in the fall and winter. Y
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Aug 22, 2022, 12:37 PM
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Key West meh. Kinda disappointed in the whole Florida Keys to be honest.
Grand Canyon - Big hole, not much to see after a few minutes IMHO.
Highly recommend some of our National Parks. Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful places I've been and I've traveled extensively.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 12:39 PM
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Colonial Williamsburg
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Southwest. I'd not even consider Key West.
Aug 22, 2022, 12:41 PM
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Some options I've not seen mentioned for the southwest include Arches, Canyonlands, Vermilion Cliffs (Google "the Wave"), Antelope Canyon. I concur with the recommendation for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon over the South Rim.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 12:46 PM
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If you are open to other ideas - Camden Maine. Beautiful in October. Go up and see Acadia National park. Lots of good food and sightseeing. 4 days is plenty.
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Clemson Conqueror [11568]
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Wife and I have been wanting to do the Vegas Grand Canyon thing and take in a Raiders home game
Aug 22, 2022, 12:57 PM
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4 Clemson Players (including our favorite. The Slot Machine—Renfrow)
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Hmm, she sounds like one of them there "liberated women."
Aug 22, 2022, 1:22 PM
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Somewhere she's never been...GOT IT! Take her into the kitchen.
IT"S A JOKE, Lighten up, peoples!
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The Grand Canyon is something everyone should try to see
Aug 22, 2022, 1:42 PM
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but I would never recommend a trip just to see it. I would recommend seeing the Tetons of Wyoming and spending time in Yellowstone over a trip to the Grand Canyon.
As for Key West, ..it is a drinker's paradise no doubt.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 2:54 PM
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I suggest the New England coast. Cape Cod area is great. Spend a day in Newport to see how the other half lived,. A few days in Boston would be fantastic. Might even get to see the Tigers play. I spent a little time at Lake Winnipesaukee once with my dear wife and it was great. New Hampshire is a beautiful state. Marine is also a great visit. I’ve never been to Nova Scotia but I would expect it to be a great too.
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Aug 22, 2022, 8:07 PM
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Newport RI is great lots to do mansions and lobster rolls and big boats lots to do
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 3:00 PM
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Islamorada for fishing. You can scoot down to Key West for a day to see the sights. Some of the best inshore fishing in the US. If interested, I have a great guide that has been guiding since the 70’s. Lots of great places to stay for all budgets.
If you can go to Bahamas, take your wife to Shannas Cove on Cat Island. One of the most beautiful beaches and very relaxing. Only 5 rooms at the place, so you’ll feel like you have the place to yourselves. My wife and I have been fortunate to travel a lot and I travel for work. Shannas Cove is one of the most beautiful places we’ve been to.
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Bimini - catch the ferry from Ft Lauderdale - in a whole
Aug 22, 2022, 3:18 PM
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'nother world in 2 hours.
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Key West is nice. Go there if you want to kick back and
Aug 22, 2022, 7:41 PM
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enjoy playing in/on the water and relaxing. Hemingway's house with all the cats is there. Go to Grand Canyon if you want more active trip. Lots of things to walk and see out there.
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We did the Vegas-Arizona-Utah loop about five years ago....
Aug 22, 2022, 8:19 PM
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Flew to Vegas, because that was the cheapest. After a night in Vegas, drove down to Hoover ###(45 minute drive, well worth it).Then on to Sedona, AZ, which was our home base for four days...a lot of interesting stuff in the area. One day we took a small plane up to the west rim of the Canyon, them a copter down to the Colorado River, then a pontoon ride up the river...pretty cool perspective of the Canyon.
After leaving Sedona, drove up to the south entrance of the Grand Canyon, then out the east entrance.
A couple hours north of the east entrance is Antelope Canyon...do not miss this...my favorite part of the trip. It isn't a national park, only because it is on the Navajo Reservation, and they take you on a two hour guided tour for only $20 per person! It is a photographer's dream!
Nearby is Horshoe Bend...pretty neat view of the Colorado River, but it is about a quarter mile walk to the viewing point.
Then, drove on into Utah, and toured Bryce Canyon NP and Zion NP...Bryce Canyon is really interesting and unique!
Finally made our way back to Vegas...total trip about 11 days. We did this in late September...still pretty warm, but not bad...humidity fairly low. I really enjoyed some of of the hole in the wall restaurants we discovered along the way!
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Orange Phenom [14392]
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 22, 2022, 10:57 PM
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Fly to Vegas, take your wife to some shows and do the helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon. It's well worth it.
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Aug 22, 2022, 11:35 PM
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We love Sanibel and Captiva islands. Seeing the green flash on Captiva and then having dinner at the Mucky Duck is a great evening. The fishing is great and Manatees and shells abound. My wife spends hours shelling, starts before dawn with a flashlight. October would be a great time to go.
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Re: Vacation help! Wifey is asking me to forego the annual OBX
Aug 23, 2022, 11:37 AM
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Key West is basically Gatlinburg or Dirty Myrtle but for a different crowd
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