porkbutt 861 Posted June 11, 2018 whats anyone here doin? vacations, trips, camps for kids? looking for ideas...something different. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted June 11, 2018 Doing a short weekend in Palm Springs this weekend, then going to Maui for a week in a few months, Vegas after that around September to see Journey/Def leopard. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,594 Posted June 11, 2018 We are going to Myrtle Beach for the week in early August. Not my ideal destination, but it has bee our family reunion spot for many years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyclone24 1,814 Posted June 11, 2018 St Louis this weekend... arch, museum, family trip. Chicago..taking daughter to her first Cubs game. Club 400 Saturday (buddy owns Fancave of the year) July Columbus and Atlanta for a basketball tournament. Def Leppard journey at the end of July. Fockin busy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cruzer 1,992 Posted June 11, 2018 Headed to South Florida for a week in July. Hit up Ft. Lauderdale, Miami and Key West. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted June 11, 2018 daughter is playing in a summer lacrosse league, going to a girls scouts camp, doing ballet camp, a week of crew (rowing), and volleyball clinic. we are going to the Olympic club for father's day, lake tahoe for 4th of july, and i am doing my annual vegas trip in early september. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted June 11, 2018 Doing a short weekend in Palm Springs this weekend, then going to Maui for a week in a few months, Vegas after that around September to see Journey/Def leopard. my maui favorites... Restaurants: *Roy’s- Kaanapali *ios- Lahaina *pacific'o- Lahaina Sea House- napili (another very good happy hour) Hula Grill- Kaanapali (good place for lunch and app’s around sunset) Mama’s fish House Koa seaside Star Noodle- Lahaina China Boat- Lahaina (Chinese) *aloha mixed plate- GREAT Lunch place.... we prob hit it 3-4 times on our trips maui tacos makes for a nice lunch as well *sansei- Kapalua (great happy hour prices!!) *Merriman’s- Kapalua Pineapple Grill- Kapalua Maui Brewing- Kahana a lot of other great restaurants all over the island. Activities: Zip lining Chocolate & champagne sunset cruise (scotch mist)- it’s on a small sailboat (holds about 8 instead of 80) Scuba- there are some good sights near lanai. Hawaiian rafting adventures was very good. We’ve seen dolphins along the way…they let us get out and snorkel with them…also have seen whales on the ride over. Snorkeling- you can go with a group (i used to like the catamaran booze cruises that had snorkeling). Some good spots if you just want to go on your own: Honolua Bay, black rock, and mile marker 14. Kayaking luau- feast of lele is pretty good Haleakula- sunrise at the top of a large cater, then bike downhill for 7+miles…… Helicopter rides The Road to Hana- it’s long!!! Nice waterfalls along the way. With a little hiking you can find some cascades (pools). There is not much in hana. There is a winery on the island... not the best wine, but still fun. Maui brewing Co.- decent food as well renting jet skis surf lessons (if you don't know how) windsurfing whale watching (when they are migrating) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyclone24 1,814 Posted June 11, 2018 my maui favorites... Restaurants: *Roy’s- Kaanapali *ios- Lahaina *pacific'o- Lahaina Sea House- napili (another very good happy hour) Hula Grill- Kaanapali (good place for lunch and app’s around sunset) Mama’s fish House Koa seaside Star Noodle- Lahaina China Boat- Lahaina (Chinese) *aloha mixed plate- GREAT Lunch place.... we prob hit it 3-4 times on our trips maui tacos makes for a nice lunch as well *sansei- Kapalua (great happy hour prices!!) *Merriman’s- Kapalua Pineapple Grill- Kapalua Maui Brewing- Kahana a lot of other great restaurants all over the island. Activities: Zip lining Chocolate & champagne sunset cruise (scotch mist)- it’s on a small sailboat (holds about 8 instead of 80) Scuba- there are some good sights near lanai. Hawaiian rafting adventures was very good. We’ve seen dolphins along the way…they let us get out and snorkel with them…also have seen whales on the ride over. Snorkeling- you can go with a group (i used to like the catamaran booze cruises that had snorkeling). Some good spots if you just want to go on your own: Honolua Bay, black rock, and mile marker 14. Kayaking luau- feast of lele is pretty good Haleakula- sunrise at the top of a large cater, then bike downhill for 7+miles…… Helicopter rides The Road to Hana- it’s long!!! Nice waterfalls along the way. With a little hiking you can find some cascades (pools). There is not much in hana. There is a winery on the island... not the best wine, but still fun. Maui brewing Co.- decent food as well renting jet skis surf lessons (if you don't know how) windsurfing whale watching (when they are migrating) Merrimans is outstanding.....think you may have recommended that one when we were out there. Just walking lahaina is fun, Leilanis in whalers village, jump off Black Rock..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nzoner 936 Posted June 11, 2018 Hopefully selling a truckload of fireworks June 20th-July 10th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,568 Posted June 11, 2018 after or before your mom? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted June 11, 2018 merriman's is my favorite for fine dining. sooooo many good casual dining options.... hula grill in kaanapali, aloha mixed plate, sea house in napili (great around sunset/happy hour) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
porkbutt 861 Posted June 11, 2018 after or before your mom? during Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Guy 1,400 Posted June 11, 2018 Music ~ Singing, writing, recording ( starting a band ) Art ~ Painting, Drawing, making some money Spending time with Family Schmoozing, making friends Weekend Trips 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted June 11, 2018 Bier that’s perfect, we are staying near Lahaina and I will note those food reccs for sure. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted June 11, 2018 Bier that’s perfect, we are staying near Lahaina and I will note those food reccs for sure. great place to stay. feel free to hit me with any questions. i love maui's dining options... great for all price ranges and very scenic. need to plan a trip Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patriotsfatboy1 1,432 Posted June 11, 2018 A week on the Cape in July. Other than that just some long weekend stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,384 Posted June 11, 2018 Disney 2 the revenge. I'll have to bump last year's thread with my new extended trip to include water parks this time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kanil 519 Posted June 11, 2018 Ireland in June for 12 days then floating down a river in Nebraska over Labor Day weekend. May make a trip to SF at some point but the way schedules are looking now, that may need to wait until next year. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kanil 519 Posted June 11, 2018 my maui favorites... Restaurants: *Roy’s- Kaanapali *Merriman’s- Kapalua Maui Brewing- Kahana Activities: Snorkeling- you can go with a group (i used to like the catamaran booze cruises that had snorkeling). Some good spots if you just want to go on your own: Kayaking luau- feast of lele is pretty good Helicopter rides Maui brewing Co.- decent food as well renting jet skis Confirmed all of these are great. I'd add the full day Pearl Harbor guided trip if you're a WW2 nerd. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,514 Posted June 11, 2018 Ireland in June for 12 days then floating down a river in Nebraska over Labor Day weekend. May make a trip to SF at some point but the way schedules are looking now, that may need to wait until next year. if you make it our here, let me know if you have time to get together Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted June 11, 2018 Ireland in June for 12 days then floating down a river in Nebraska over Labor Day weekend. May make a trip to SF at some point but the way schedules are looking now, that may need to wait until next year. First time in Ireland? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kanil 519 Posted June 11, 2018 First time in Ireland? Yes sir. Doing Dublin, Galway, Killarney, and Cork with two other couples. Have 5 tours over 3 days planned but the rest of the time is ours to do with as we see fit. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kanil 519 Posted June 11, 2018 if you make it our here, let me know if you have time to get together I'll definitely let you know. I don't think it's going to be until sometime next year but I'll make sure to send you a message when it's solid. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted June 11, 2018 Yes sir. Doing Dublin, Galway, Killarney, and Cork with two other couples. Have 5 tours over 3 days planned but the rest of the time is ours to do with as we see fit. You're hitting the spots. Temple bar in Dublin is their Times Square. Way overpriced but doIt anyway. Galway is a great spot. I recommend the Aran islands if it's not on your tour already. When you're in Cork go to a town on the coast called Cobh. One of the best spots in the whole country but not a big tourist spot. You'll thank me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 5,895 Posted June 11, 2018 Yes sir. Doing Dublin, Galway, Killarney, and Cork with two other couples. Have 5 tours over 3 days planned but the rest of the time is ours to do with as we see fit. You should definitely hit the Temple Bar in Dublin. I have never been there myself, but the first review on Trip Advisor says its the Times Square of Dublin, and that sounds like fun. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g186605-d188821-r383854525-Temple_Bar-Dublin_County_Dublin.html 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
penultimatestraw 473 Posted June 11, 2018 Travelled a lot the last 6 months, so probably hang out at home more over the summer. Gonna try to make a couple trips to Squamish and maybe Banff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,080 Posted June 11, 2018 Disney 2 the revenge. I'll have to bump last year's thread with my new extended trip to include water parks this time Water park was one of our best days at Disney. I finally was able to sit on my ass for a few hours and drink margaritas. After walking through all the parks, it was damn near nirvana at that point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,080 Posted June 11, 2018 New place at the lake and almost all the work is finally done. I plan on spending as much time as possible on the water and around the fire pit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TimmySmith 2,782 Posted June 11, 2018 6 days at beach in GA. 7 days at beach in DE. Hopefully cram in a run up to NYC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted June 11, 2018 You should definitely hit the Temple Bar in Dublin. I have never been there myself, but the first review on Trip Advisor says its the Times Square of Dublin, and that sounds like fun. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g186605-d188821-r383854525-Temple_Bar-Dublin_County_Dublin.html Do you have to in every thread? Get over me man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted June 11, 2018 You should definitely hit the Temple Bar in Dublin. I have never been there myself, but the first review on Trip Advisor says its the Times Square of Dublin, and that sounds like fun. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g186605-d188821-r383854525-Temple_Bar-Dublin_County_Dublin.html Wow, dead to rights on this one. Impressive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SenatorRock 708 Posted June 11, 2018 Smoke some weed and do some ridge walks in Colorado and Wyoming. Likely a trip to the Carolina coast in August. Nashville around labor day for some hippie music and a fantasy football draft. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reality 2,710 Posted June 11, 2018 New place at the lake and almost all the work is finally done. I plan on spending as much time as possible on the water and around the fire pit. Wish this was my answer... We'll probably head down to Destin for a week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kanil 519 Posted June 11, 2018 Smoke some weed and do some ridge walks in Colorado and Wyoming. Likely a trip to the Carolina coast in August. Nashville around labor day for some hippie music and a fantasy football draft. Where at in Colorado/Wyoming? I'm in northern CO. I'd happily buy the first round of beers if you end up near me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,662 Posted June 11, 2018 Wow, dead to rights on this one. Impressive. Come on man. Have you just quit, mailing it in? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Djgb13 2,338 Posted June 11, 2018 Heading to Florida in two days. Decided to take a spontaneous trip. Plus theres a whataburger location there that I plan visiting while down there enjoying the beach Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tanatastic 2,061 Posted June 11, 2018 Come on man. Have you just quit, mailing it in? I mean, he caught you blatantly googling places to make yourself seem more cultured and worldly. Gotta give it to him. You got greedy with the verbiage, it happens. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SenatorRock 708 Posted June 11, 2018 Where at in Colorado/Wyoming? I'm in northern CO. I'd happily buy the first round of beers if you end up near me. San Juans in southern CO and Winds in WY. Probably be driving through Ft Collins area mid August. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SenatorRock 708 Posted June 11, 2018 I mean, he caught you blatantly googling places to make yourself seem more cultured and worldly. Gotta give it to him. You got greedy with the verbiage, it happens. I thought maybe MDC was just doxxing HT and that he was Tony O from the tripadvisor post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites