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Post by templatequeen on Jan 13, 2020 19:21:10 GMT
where would you go? We are from Michigan and looking to go someplace this year.
I want warm and sunny weather. Any places you can recommend?
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Post by ntsf on Jan 13, 2020 19:21:43 GMT
hawaii...
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Post by Katie on Jan 13, 2020 19:22:29 GMT
Hawaii. I think that’s the only place I would be willing to go if I can’t be home at Christmas.
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Jan 13, 2020 19:32:45 GMT
Pretty much any island in the Caribbean will be warm. Just realize that prices will be through the roof in either the Caribbean or Hawaii.
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Post by MichyM on Jan 13, 2020 19:36:15 GMT
Are you looking for a beach vacation, or something else? Do you want to stay in the US, or willing to travel internationally?
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Post by ~summer~ on Jan 13, 2020 20:08:26 GMT
If you want just a warm beach vacation I would do Hawaii - tickets are really expensive over Christmas though. If you want warm weather, historical ruins, architecture and amazing food could go to Mexico City.
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Post by ModChick on Jan 13, 2020 20:23:24 GMT
We just vacationed on Maui for Christmas and New Years and it was magical! I’d vote Hawai’i for sure.
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Post by scorpeao on Jan 13, 2020 20:29:01 GMT
Definitely Hawaii. That's where I went in this past December and I didn't want to come home
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Post by melanieg on Jan 13, 2020 20:32:02 GMT
Id do a cruise in the Caribbean for 10 days and visit 6-7 different ports but only unpack once. Id get to see different cultures, different islands, different people.
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Post by psiluvu on Jan 13, 2020 20:39:02 GMT
Last year we went to Davenport Florida for a week over Christmas. It was fabulous so close to everything, NASA, Disney, Coco Beach etc. The place we stayed had a great pool area and lovely condos> We flew pretty cheap on Allegiant Air.
If money is no object I would go for Hawaii
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Post by beachbum on Jan 13, 2020 20:58:46 GMT
I second a cruise. Go southern Caribbean, the ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao - all favorites of mine!). You get a taste of the islands and time to relax on board the ship on sea days. Prices are a bit higher at the holidays, but overall it's a good deal when you consider that all your meals (unless you go to a specialty restaurant) and entertainment is included. Adult beverages are extra, but often cheaper than what you get on some islands.
Full disclosure: I'm addicted to cruising. I'm not sorry, and I'm not looking for a 12 step program either.
ETA: we took a family cruise over Christmas a few years ago. Loved it, ship was decorated, Santa came and handed out gifts for the younger kids. I would do it again in a heartbeat, if I could get all kids and their families to go. Grandkids keep them home for Christmas now, and I totally understand that)
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Post by mom on Jan 13, 2020 21:00:23 GMT
I'd do a cruise and go to several places in the Caribbean.
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Post by hennybutton on Jan 13, 2020 21:05:52 GMT
Australia or New Zealand. Or, somewhere in South America.
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Post by Anita on Jan 13, 2020 21:08:45 GMT
We just did a Christmas cruise and loved it. It was our third Christmas cruise. That said, if you just want to sit on a beach, go to Hawaii or Florida and rent an apartment or get a hotel room right on the beach. It depends on what you are looking for in a warm place.
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Post by teacherlisa on Jan 13, 2020 21:16:50 GMT
Not sure if you are looking for international or domestic travel. Arizona is warm in the winter (comparing it to Michigan) and has lots of lovely places to visit. Sedona, and then some of the southern towns. Flagstaff and some of the northern towns, will have some snow or cold temps.
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Post by finaledition on Jan 13, 2020 21:36:07 GMT
We have gone to Maui the last two winters. It is glorious to feel the sun and perfect temperatures. Bonus that it is whale season and we saw a ton.
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Post by gar on Jan 13, 2020 22:04:12 GMT
Where would I go? Quite possibly Greece but I'm in the UK and you haven't said whether you'll travel outside the USA.
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Post by anxiousmom on Jan 13, 2020 22:45:14 GMT
My house ... but I live in Central Florida and it’s sunny and in the 80’s today. 😂
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Post by jess on Jan 13, 2020 22:50:54 GMT
Australia!
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Post by malibou on Jan 13, 2020 23:25:38 GMT
San Diego is warm in comparison to Michigan.
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Post by bc2ca on Jan 13, 2020 23:34:35 GMT
If you want to park yourself at the beach and swim in the ocean, Hawaii would be my first choice and continuing further to Thailand is second.
If you just want it warm enough to not need a coat, southern California has a few options (Los Angeles, San Diego, Palm Springs, etc.).
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Post by rahnee on Jan 13, 2020 23:45:08 GMT
Florida or Caribbean cruise or both.
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Post by delila on Jan 13, 2020 23:47:23 GMT
Australia
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Post by lesley on Jan 13, 2020 23:47:34 GMT
Mauritius. No hesitation whatsoever.
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Post by lucyg on Jan 13, 2020 23:56:36 GMT
It cracks me up how all the Californians say Hawaii. It’s such a California thing. We hop to Hawaii the way you East Coasters and Midwesterners hop to the Caribbean. Anyway, I was just going to say ... Hawaii.  |
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Post by kibblesandbits on Jan 14, 2020 0:00:49 GMT
Isla Mujeres, MX
We've spent 3 Christmases there so far, it's freaking awesome. We're from Michigan too. Can fly direct from either Detroit or Chicago in a pinch to Cancun, then ferry across to the island. Rent a house, it's the best, stay as close to North Beach as you can.
Christmas is the MOST expensive time of year to travel, we've had to finally give it up. Once the kids start getting married, the cost of the trip becomes unwieldy.
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Post by GiantsFan on Jan 14, 2020 3:08:03 GMT
Maui.
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Post by beaglemom on Jan 15, 2020 1:07:39 GMT
We go to Cabo every other year for Christmas. The weather is lovely!
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Post by shannoots on Jan 15, 2020 2:21:35 GMT
We do a New Year’s cruise most years and it’s so much fun.
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Post by paigepea on Jan 15, 2020 4:45:00 GMT
We don’t celebrate Xmas so we usually go away. When the kids were little we went to Maui. It was our fav Hawaiian destination. We’d get a condo on the water and just let the kids dictate our days. But we’d cook and have a car to go for meals / shopping / groceries. To get a hotel on Maui over Xmas is $$$ and to eat out every meal for 2 weeks is $$$ and not that good.
When the kids got older we stared doing all inclusive resorts in the Caribbean - Mexico. It was roughly the same price as Hawaii but no hassle with renting a car, no cooking, shopping or cleaning a condo kitchen. My DH prefers the ease of being at an all inclusive plus he loves the Caribbean ocean and sand. We just got back from cancun on Sunday.
We have done cruises in the Caribbean. They are fun too. Being on a ship for Xmas or New Years is very fun. I prefer the relaxation of a land vacation but if you want to see many islands / want a bit of a cultural change a cruise is a good way to go. My girls enjoyed touring islands through the morning and then hitting gorgeous beaches in the afternoons.
In my opinion, California isn’t guaranteed warm enough in December. Hawaii is always beautiful. Mexico is fun, relaxing and easy.
Enjoy making your choices.
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