I need a vacation; suggestions?

[Cool 50th AE]

As an adult I have never been on a vacation.
Back about 10 years ago I started a thread at the other place asking for suggestions and I never went anywhere.

Florida would be my 1st choice because it’s only a 2-hour flight.
But every resort website I check out is like a Walmart of resorts even at the high-end spots.
They all show a pool surrounded by 200 lounge chairs that can’t be quiet or relaxing.

I want a quiet beach area that still has high end restaurants.

I don’t have a passport and I hear that places like Turks and Caicos are what I want.

Now that i don't work I will buy a one way airline ticket and worry about coming back when i feel like it.

[Steve_R]

I hear Palestine is nice this time of year. :leaving:

If you really want pristine beaches in FL without crowds and resorts Amelia Island is it. :seasix:

[Raazor]

As an adult I have never been on a vacation.
Back about 10 years ago I started a thread at the other place asking for suggestions and I never went anywhere.

Florida would be my 1st choice because it’s only a 2-hour flight.
But every resort website I check out is like a Walmart of resorts even at the high-end spots.
They all show a pool surrounded by 200 lounge chairs that can’t be quiet or relaxing.

I want a quiet beach area that still has high end restaurants.

I don’t have a passport and I hear that places like Turks and Caicos are what I want.

Now that i don't work I will buy a one way airline ticket and worry about coming back when i feel like it.

Damn.. That sounds GOOD!

Throw a ****ing dart and get on the plane, homie :seasix:

[Anjdog2003]

Billings Montana in January, bring bathing suit.

[Raazor]

Billings Montana in January, bring bathing suit.

The Holiday Inn Pool is heated... most of the time

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[Cool 50th AE]

Damn.. That sounds GOOD!

Throw a ****ing dart and get on the plane, homie :seasix:

I’m ready to book something ASAP to leave this month If I can find a destination.
I don’t need a $700 night hotel because who spends time in a hotel room when on vacation?

[Louie Detroit]

I would like to go look at the Pyramids and Sphinx in Egypt.

Attending a British Premiere League fixture in England would rule.

Watching some Australian Football League footie in the land down under - **** yes!

[Torqaholic]

The Holiday Inn Pool is heated... most of the time...



Don't recall if I swam at the one I visited in the Upper Peninsula but it also had a big sauna room and I definitely remember that :yesnod:

[higgyburners]

lets narrow it down....you looking for sun and fun out of the states.....in the states....some travel to Europe to see elegant old history...

[Anjdog2003]

The Holiday Inn Pool is heated... most of the time

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And i think they have a free Continental breakfast, worth the trip alone. :yesnod:

[Cool 50th AE]

lets narrow it down....you looking for sun and fun out of the states.....in the states....some travel to Europe to see elegant old history...

I don't have a passport and don't want a really long flight but it must be hot beach weather and quiet.
Screaming kids and noise would drive me crazy.

[Bill]

Zihuatenejo, MX

Cross the border at Ft. Hancock, TX, slip the Mexican border guard a Benjamin, no passport needed. From there, just head south.
.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRBl0GPBm4o

[Raazor]

Zihuatenejo, MX

Cross the border at Ft. Hancock and just head south
.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRBl0GPBm4o

*cough* no passport - mentioned in OP *cough*

[Bill]

*cough* no passport - mentioned in OP *cough*

See ninja edit.....

[Louie Detroit]

You missed that whole part about no passport huh?

I was merely presenting thoughts to entice one to get that passport.

The USA of course is awesome, but the rest of the World is cool also. Quit being a negativity magnet and throw out some unique vacation ideas. :yesnod:

[Cool 50th AE]

I just want to sit down with my feet in the sand, the sun beating down on me and a blueberry colada in my hand with nothing but the sound of crashing waves echoing.

[BayouCountry]

A Caribbean vacation isn't out of reach without a passport if you stick to the U.S. Virgin Islands: St. John, St. Croix and St. Thomas. Since they're U.S. territories, a government-issued photo ID or birth certificate with a raised seal will suffice.

https://www.travelchannel.com/destinations/us/photos/no-passport-required

[Louie Detroit]

I just want to sit down with my feet in the sand, the sun beating down on me and a blueberry colada in my hand with nothing but the sound of crashing waves echoing.

Get a passport and wander the world as a superior American FTW.

[Yesfam]

The Holiday Inn Pool is heated... most of the time

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Depends on who you are standing next to in the pool.

[IB4TL]

You'd probably like Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa.

Private beach.
Jupiter isn't overrun by tourists.
Plenty of nice restaurants within 3 miles.

[Tikiman]

Head to Key West. Get loaded, visit the Hemmingway House and pet the nine-toed cats, bang a complete stranger, and come home with a tattoo you don't remember getting.

[slewfoot]

Cleveland

[Yadkin]

Caribbean > Floriduh. Unless you go to the Keys, not guaranteed to be warm.

But I would not attempt it without a passport, even the US territories. Just get one.

Jamaica is awesome, so is the DR, especially St. Lucia.

[LATB]

Florida would be my 1st choice because it’s only a 2-hour flight.

But every resort website I check out is like a Walmart of resorts even at the high-end spots.
They all show a pool surrounded by 200 lounge chairs that can’t be quiet or relaxing.

I want a quiet beach area that still has high end restaurants.



I just want to sit down with my feet in the sand, the sun beating down on me and a blueberry colada in my hand with nothing but the sound of crashing waves echoing.

The best beaches to fit your quiet beach criteria won't have the resort amenities.

I know a spot where you can pretty much have the beach to yourself. But you will need to cook your own food and mix your own drinks.

[Frankie the Fink]

As an adult I have never been on a vacation.
Back about 10 years ago I started a thread at the other place asking for suggestions and I never went anywhere.

Florida would be my 1st choice because it’s only a 2-hour flight.
But every resort website I check out is like a Walmart of resorts even at the high-end spots.
They all show a pool surrounded by 200 lounge chairs that can’t be quiet or relaxing.

I want a quiet beach area that still has high end restaurants.

I don’t have a passport and I hear that places like Turks and Caicos are what I want.

Now that i don't work I will buy a one way airline ticket and worry about coming back when i feel like it.
There are still some nice quiet areas in the Florida pahhandle - like the "Forgotten Coast" (Apalachicola) still has the "old town" feel and you can have some of the best, fresh seafood in your life...

[Frankie the Fink]

Head to Key West. Get loaded, visit the Hemmingway House and pet the nine-toed cats, bang a complete stranger, and come home with a tattoo you don't remember getting.

You might want to ensure that "stranger" is of the opposite sex - its a "thing" in Key West..

[Bruze]

The Holiday Inn Pool is heated... most of the time

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Do I need to be vaxxed to get in? :confused:

[Vandelay Industries]

Mar-a-Lago Club.

/thread

[Bruze]

You might want to ensure that "stranger" is of the opposite sex - its a "thing" in Key West..

I was in Key West in February 1971, was a cool place. But yes, I've heard it went Full Homo since then. :eek:

90747

[Trapper Sean]

Little Palm Island in mid-lower Keys is accessible only by boat and I believe is $$$$ out of my budget range.

Would be quiet, private. One restaurant, to my knowledge (how the heck are you going to find multiple fine restaurants with nobody in them??)

Probably more for couples and honeymooners. You have anyone besides Rosey Palm?

Sidebar: vacation areas in FL tend to have a lot of good restaurants but few to zero great restaurants. For great restaurants, you generally have to go back to Chicago, San Francisco, other chitholes.

[LATB]

Caribbean > Floriduh. Unless you go to the Keys, not guaranteed to be warm.

But I would not attempt it without a passport, even the US territories. Just get one.

Jamaica is awesome, so is the DR, especially St. Lucia.

I’ve been in the Keys when it was cold. :yesnod:

[LATB]

There are still some nice quiet areas in the Florida pahhandle - like the "Forgotten Coast" (Apalachicola) still has the "old town" feel and you can have some of the best, fresh seafood in your life...

:yesnod:

Cape san Blas FTW. :seasix:

[Frankie the Fink]

:yesnod:

Cape san Blas FTW. :seasix:
Yes - and if you can snag one of the government cabins in the state park, they are pretty private and quite nice - they were devastated by a hurricane a few years back but my understanding is that they are renovated and available now.

If you don't mind things a little rustic there are the Old Salt Works cabins in the area - we've rented there several times and kayaked on the Gulf, beware the time of year because the deer flies will eat your azz up during the hot months !

https://m.resortsandlodges.com/lodging/usa/florida/northwest/old-saltworks-cabins.html

Then you can drive into town and gets some of the best grouper on the planet !

[LATB]

Yes - and if you can snag one of the government cabins in the state park, they are pretty private and quite nice - they were devastated by a hurricane a few years back but my understanding is that they are renovated and available now.

If you don't mind things a little rustic there are the Old Salt Works cabins in the area - we've rented there several times and kayaked on the Gulf, beware the time of year because the deer flies will eat your azz up during the hot months !

https://m.resortsandlodges.com/lodging/usa/florida/northwest/old-saltworks-cabins.html

Then you can drive into town and gets some of the best grouper on the planet !
Indeed. And yes Hurricane Michael did a number on the Cape and Mexico Beach too.
We had property on the Cape and got real close to building there. Even considered a move there. But in the end we decided to move to a rural location and visit the coast if the bug hits us. But after 30+ years on the beach I have little interest.

[Egnalf]

Head to Key West. Get loaded, visit the Hemmingway House and pet the nine-toed cats, bang a complete stranger, and come home with a tattoo you don't remember getting.

I was in Key West in February 1971, was a cool place. But yes, I've heard it went Full Homo since then. :eek:

90747

Key west is probably one of the better answers on this thread. It is definitely not "full homo", in fact its has a nice mix of everything o/p asked for. It does have its high end expensive hotels, but there are also decent cheap places to stay. Bed and breakfast, hostels, etc. The hotels up north side are cheap in comparison to those in old town and new town.

Quiet beach? fort zach state park, and it has a bar. also the beach at the Galleon is open to public, quiet and has a decent bar. There are PLENTY of good restaurants, pick the type of food you like and ask around.

One thing great for single travelers, many of the serving class is from up north and moved there to get away. there is still that kind of vibe in the less well known places where you can sit, drink, chat with strangers, and feel perfectly welcome. I've been going there since 93 annually. Yes it has changed, but you can still find your hiding places.

Bonus---3 hour direct flights from philly.

[Onebadcad]

Head to Key West. Get loaded, visit the Hemmingway House and pet the nine-toed cats, bang a complete stranger, and come home with a tattoo you don't remember getting.

If you have never been to Key West, DO IT!!
Great restaurants, better bars, fun people,,, and no watch or reservations needed.
I go once a year, always memorable, weather is always perfect before May.

[Egnalf]

https://www.fortzacharytaylor.com/beach/

rent something like this up north, then rent a bike for the week and explore. No car needed. https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/rooms/?ctyhocn=EYWDTDT&arrivalDate=2023-12-17&departureDate=2023-12-18&room1NumAdults=2&inputModule=HOTEL_SEARCH&viewPackagesAndPromotionsRate=true&WT.mc_id=zLADA0WW1XX2OLX3DA4MS5MS6_EYWDTDT7_238393564&dsclid=57394060671328256&dclid=CjkKEQjw15eqBhDmv-3MzICzuMYBEiQAXTby3MMi3R94-ITJ7bKVkEvEQ0n4z9x7IuEZju3Enu2CagHw_wcB

head here for a chill afternoon on the water with the atlantic lapping at your feet, and a dog beach next door where you can take your drink in the water and play with dogs or relax. at night, excellent dinner .https://www.louiesbackyard.com/anni

[Budman]

Key West

:yesnod:

[Onebadcad]

I was in Key West in February 1971, was a cool place. But yes, I've heard it went Full Homo since then. :eek:

90747

Been there a few dozen times, AND have only had hetero sex!!

[Egnalf]

Key West

:yesnod:

its literally exactly what he posted he wants. :cert:


if you want to get a little fancier, you can head here and play out in the pool bars. dont need to be a guest. https://casamarinakeywest.reservationscenter.com/hotel/casa-marina-key-west-curio-collection-by-hilton-1500-reynolds-street-key-west?utm_medium=cpc&start=2022-11-03&msclkid=823f9c0ee87219493e42f948bb86a759&utm_content=Florida%20%7C%20Key%20West%20%7C%20Casa%20Marina%20Key%20West%2C%20Curio%20Collection%20by%20Hilton&utm_term=Casa%20Marina%20Key%20West&room=%5B%5B18%5D%5D&end=2022-11-04&utm_source=bing&utm_campaign=**LP%20-%20NonTM%20-%20Prop%20Market%20-%20Florida%20-%20Other

[Egnalf]

If you have never been to Key West, DO IT!!
Great restaurants, better bars, fun people,,, and no watch or reservations needed.
I go once a year, always memorable, weather is always perfect before May.

people always want to bring up the gay thing, which it what ,two blocks of duval street? They don't bother people at all. The rest of the place is fantastic and has something for everyone. I go at least once a year if not twice. all you write is true. I am pretty sure o/p lives somewhere near philly, which means a direct flight on thursday morning, 3 hours wheels up to wheels down, then a cocktail befroe baggage claim.

[Onebadcad]

^^^
just viewed the room rates, better come with BOTH hookers and blow!!

[Egnalf]

^^^
just viewed the room rates, better come with BOTH hookers and blow!!

Yup, casa marina is pricey and the rooms are SMALL. I almost always run a group and rent houses and hire a chef. Our february trip is only 1300 pp for lodging, chef and booze for the house. when I go last minute and not booked, My go to is the The Marker due to proximity to schooners wharf. https://www.themarkerkeywest.com/

oh, p.s., this week is pricey because its offshore boat race week through the 14th. They race around the island on Saturday and sunday. big money crowd.

[Onebadcad]

^^^
Being true to my cheap bastardness, I go there one or two weekends when the b-i-l's yacht is there for two months every year, just north of Mallory Square.

Of course with parking at $45/day and $400 dinners and $150 lunches, it is not truly free.

[DJ_Critterus]

go to the other forum and let cumdawg know he is a low IQ, unintelligent negro. He'll give you a free vacation for posting facts :yesnod:

[Egnalf]

^^^
Being true to my cheap bastardness, I go there one or two weekends when the b-i-l's yacht is there for two months every year, just north of Mallory Square.

Of course with parking at $45/day and $400 dinners and $150 lunches, it is not truly free.

in the early nineties I lived there on a 45 foot sportfisher for months at a time. great spot.

[Bill]

go to the other forum and let cumdawg know he is a low IQ, unintelligent negro. He'll give you a free vacation for posting facts :yesnod:

Or simply repost the North American Grappling Association thread. It doesn't take much to incite the boyz from the hood....low impulse control.

[Yadkin]

I was in Key West in February 1971, was a cool place. But yes, I've heard it went Full Homo since then. :eek:

90747

I have a theory that queers seek out the furthest spit of land to inhabit. Examples:

Key West, FL
P-town, MA.

[Tikiman]

go to the other forum and let cumdawg know he is a low IQ, unintelligent negro. He'll give you a free vacation for posting facts :yesnod:

Whole lot of truth to that statement. :yesnod:

[LATB]

Just to be clear...
Most of the beaches in the Keys are not great.

[Onebadcad]

in the early nineties I lived there on a 45 foot sportfisher for months at a time. great spot.

Some very sweeeeeeet boats in that marina, as last year Hendrix 164' yacht was there, a couple of Viking 92s.

The one I stay on is 75' tri-level, newer, sleeps 10, but very comfortable for four.

One thing I feel Key West is HUGELY underrated for is dining, as so many very good restaurants, never had a bad meal there, and one of my favorites is Santiago's Bodega.

[Egnalf]

Some very sweeeeeeet boats in that marina, as last year Hendrix 164' yacht was there, a couple of Viking 92s.

The one I stay on is 75' tri-level, newer, sleeps 10, but very comfortable for four.

One thing I feel Key West is HUGELY underrated for is dining, as so many very good restaurants, never had a bad meal there, and one of my favorites is Santiago's Bodega.

holy crap, most people dont even know that place exists. awesome and love the homemade sangria, lol.

[Cool 50th AE]

I just spent about an hour looking up Key West hotels.
None of them show how close to the beach they are and it’s impossible to see ahead of time how disappointed you’ll be when you actually compare the place to its web pics.

Picking a hotel on the internet is like is like meeting a woman off a dating site to find out she’s a hag in real life.


I'd rather hang myself with an single prong extension cord than try to sit quietly around this Walmart of resorts!

https://dynamic-media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-o/16/b8/0c/b4/havana-cabana-at-key.jpg?w=1200&h=-1&s=1

[Steve_R]

I gave you a suggestion for a place with great beaches and no crowds. :shrug:

[Cool 50th AE]

I gave you a suggestion for a place with great beaches and no crowds. :shrug:

The only place there that doesn’t look like a Motel-6 is the Ritz Carlton at $600 a night.

[IB4TL]

The only place there that doesn’t look like a Motel-6 is the Ritz Carlton at $600 a night.

I recommended a nice place with a quiet beach & plenty of nice restaurants.

Resort is only ~$350/night (S. FL in-season, that's really good)

:island14:

[Steve_R]

The only place there that doesn’t look like a Motel-6 is the Ritz Carlton at $600 a night.


Rent a house or condo on the beach through VRBO or Airbnb. There are lots of them. There are better and cheaper hotels than the Ritz.

[Rikki Z-06]

The only place there that doesn’t look like a Motel-6 is the Ritz Carlton at $600 a night.

You ain't looking hard enough, we stayed here. :yesnod:

https://www.google.com/travel/hotels/Amelia%20Island%2C%20Florida/entity/CgsItbXOu8TF7_HBARABGoIBQVBkZmJXNHMta3ZUdWp4ak56NXhMU0lEcnZrdzVlTlNVVDg0Z0hQVm1xU3VRSWFGNDVtdFFCM0VlOUZHeWc2SGVtRVkyRXNhOFVyejRLU295UWxVU1RLelBnaTNPS2JyeDZ5S1NHS1FJQ1ZxVDU0anhoaWpvVjdNcWJFWHNoV3JZZw?q=beach%20motel%20Amelia%20island&g2lb=2502548%2C2503771%2C2503781%2C4258168%2C4284970%2C4757164%2C4814050%2C4874190%2C4893075%2C4899568%2C4899569%2C4924070%2C4965990%2C4990494%2C72298667%2C72302247%2C72317059%2C72379816%2C72385362%2C72392643%2C72393367%2C72401076%2C72406588%2C72408986&hl=en-US&gl=us&cs=1&ssta=1&ts=CAESCgoCCAMKAggDEAAaIAoCGgASGhIUCgcI5w8QCxgGEgcI5w8QCxgHGAEyAhAAKhAKDAoBCzoDVVNEWgIQFBoA&rp=OAFAAEgCogEWQW1lbGlhIElzbGFuZCwgRmxvcmlkYZoCAggB&ap=SAFoAQ&ictx=1&utm_campaign=sharing&utm_medium=link&utm_source=htls&ved=0CAAQ5JsGahcKEwj4rbrsxauCAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQWw

[lrobe22]

Get a passport.

Switzerland, Italy, France, Austria, Germany, Norway, Iceland, etc.

[Dan47]

go to the other forum and let cumdawg know he is a low IQ, unintelligent negro. He'll give you a free vacation for posting facts :yesnod:

:lol:

[Egnalf]

I just spent about an hour looking up Key West hotels.
None of them show how close to the beach they are and it’s impossible to see ahead of time how disappointed you’ll be when you actually compare the place to its web pics.

Picking a hotel on the internet is like is like meeting a woman off a dating site to find out she’s a hag in real life.


I'd rather hang myself with an single prong extension cord than try to sit quietly around this Walmart of resorts!

https://dynamic-media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-o/16/b8/0c/b4/havana-cabana-at-key.jpg?w=1200&h=-1&s=1

tell me which ones you like and perhaps I can help. The Marker is very nice and low key.

Remember, many folks go to key west to day drink and wander to the many bars and stores, not sit around the hotel. when you see pics of crowded pools, its random.

[Egnalf]

avoid this place. https://danteskeywest.com/

[Egnalf]

maybe southernmost? https://www.reservationcounter.com/hotels/show/6025206/southernmost-beach-resort-key-west-florida/?cid=sem::TPRC::BA::Reservation%20Counter%20%3E%20US%20%3E%20South%20%3E%20Florida%20%3E%20Southern%20Florida::US%20%3E%20Florida%20%3E%20Key%20West%20%3E%20Southernmost%20Beach%20Resort%20%3E%20did-6025206::southernmost%20beach%20resort::e&creative=79577281815238&device=c&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=southernmost%20beach%20resort&utm_campaign=Reservation%20Counter%20%3E%20US%20%3E%20South%20%3E%20Florida%20%3E%20Southern%20Florida&iv_=__iv_m_e_c_79577281815238_k_79577708405287_w_kwd-79577708405287:loc-4120_g_1273234538530252_n_o_e__h_95405_ii__p_2_b_be_d_c_vi__&msclkid=e1024456db841ad06c0e211144dd5d9a

[ricks327]

Rent a house or condo on the beach through VRBO or Airbnb. There are lots of them. There are better and cheaper hotels than the Ritz.

That's what I did in 2018 in Key Largo.

[GTOguy]

As an adult I have never been on a vacation.
Back about 10 years ago I started a thread at the other place asking for suggestions and I never went anywhere.

Florida would be my 1st choice because it’s only a 2-hour flight.
But every resort website I check out is like a Walmart of resorts even at the high-end spots.
They all show a pool surrounded by 200 lounge chairs that can’t be quiet or relaxing.

I want a quiet beach area that still has high end restaurants.

I don’t have a passport and I hear that places like Turks and Caicos are what I want.

Now that i don't work I will buy a one way airline ticket and worry about coming back when i feel like it.

Florida but don't go to a resort. BTDT and had a great time.
Or go to Kauai for a great, quiet, relaxing 1940's type of Hawaiian experience. Quiet, scenic, very nice. My favorite Island of the Hawaiian Islands. My favorite destination these days is away from the seashore and away from the airports and involves driving classic cars on road trips cross-country here in America. Relaxing, you are in total control, great scenery, and great food. No passport needed. And not super expensive, either.

[Onebadcad]

holy crap, most people dont even know that place exists. awesome and love the homemade sangria, lol.

Definitely one of my favorites, four of us go, get unending plates, great variety, and without including booze and tip, you are still way under $200.

They just opened one in downtown Fort Lauderdale, I have yet to hit it, but will soon.

[snide]

Florida but don't go to a resort. BTDT and had a great time.
Or go to Kauai for a great, quiet, relaxing 1940's type of Hawaiian experience. Quiet, scenic, very nice. My favorite Island of the Hawaiian Islands. My favorite destination these days is away from the seashore and away from the airports and involves driving classic cars on road trips cross-country here in America. Relaxing, you are in total control, great scenery, and great food. No passport needed. And not super expensive, either.

Kauai is awesome, but more than a 2 hour flight from Philly. Way more than a 2 hour flight.

[Cool 50th AE]

I think this place is in the running for a destination.

Probably only 3 or 4 days there and then move on to a busier area with more walking distance restaurants.

https://www.bakerscay.com/



I want to be as happy as this pupper they show on their website.

https://www.bakerscay.com/images/gallery/fc7c1c50/resort_0024_maya---3.jpg.jpg

[IB4TL]

Doesn't matter where you travel to...
Doesn't matter how much you spend...

You'll never be as happy as a dog playing fetch with its owner :yesnod:

I envy Turbo's smile :cool1:

[slewfoot]

Instead of fking around the Caribbean, go to someplace out of the normal like Churchill, Manitoba up on Hudson Bay. Lazy Bear Lodge Polar Bear Tours .

[IB4TL]

Instead of fking around the Caribbean, go to someplace out of the normal like Churchill, Manitoba up on Hudson Bay. Lazy Bear Lodge Polar Bear Tours .

Fantastic recommendations for someone that refuses to get a passport :seasix:

It's weird to me but no weirder than your avatar.

I'm not here to fix stupid :fruit:

[slewfoot]

Fantastic recommendations for someone that refuses to get a passport :seasix:

It's weird to me but no weirder than your avatar.

I'm not here to fix stupid :fruit:



Trump is who he is. Anyway, knew someone that went and loved it so that is next on my list.

[NEED-A-VETTE]

Hard pass on Florida.

Go to Hawaii.

[Cool 50th AE]

I’m going to break the 114-year-old airline record for Bloody Mary’s consumed during a 6am two-hour flight.

The sky waitress is going to love me!

Skip to 1:20

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrM39m22jH4

[LATB]

Trump is who he is. Anyway, knew someone that went and loved it so that is next on my list.

And you think he’s a Nazi? :rolleyes:
My God you are dumber than a door knob.

[Egnalf]

I’m going to break the 114-year-old airline record for Bloody Mary’s consumed during a 6am two-hour flight.

The sky waitress is going to love me!

Skip to 1:20

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrM39m22jH4

in order to break any record, fly up front where you can get your first drink before you put your carry on in the overhead, and keep your last one until you land. Fk that coach crap in the back.

[Cool 50th AE]

in order to break any record, fly up front where you can get your first drink before you put your carry on in the overhead, and keep your last one until you land. Fk that coach crap in the back.

First class seating is $650 each (2.5 hours) way and not sure if I could drink that much alcohol.

Its worth it just to not sit next to a fat sweaty mouth breather in shlepper class seating.

[Egnalf]

First class seating is $650 each (2.5 hours) way and not sure if I could drink that much alcohol.

Its worth it just to not sit next to a fat sweaty mouth breather in shlepper class seating.

It's worth every penny to start your vacation the right way, as opposed to crammed 3 wide next to God knows who.

[Cool 50th AE]

crammed 3 wide next to God knows who.


Link?
There is a god?

[markids77]

Rent a house or condo on the beach through VRBO or Airbnb. There are lots of them. There are better and cheaper hotels than the Ritz.

The keys for certain but I recommend something a tiny bit away... try lower Matacumbe key. Close enough to the end of the world to have dinner there but not have to fight everyone all the time.

[Cool 50th AE]

Well, I’m back to square one.
I called today to make hotel reservations in Key Largo.

Then I was told it is a 2.5-hour car ride from Miami airport to the resort.

No way I’m going to spend hours in a car after hours in a plane.

[snide]

Well, I’m back to square one.
I called today to make hotel reservations in Key Largo.

Then I was told it is a 2.5-hour car ride from Miami airport to the resort.

No way I’m going to spend hours in a car after hours in a plane.

Doesn't the hotel have an airport shuttle? Or a helicopter shuttle?

[LATB]

Well, I’m back to square one.
I called today to make hotel reservations in Key Largo.

Then I was told it is a 2.5-hour car ride from Miami airport to the resort.

No way I’m going to spend hours in a car after hours in a plane.

Not correct. It’s about a one hour drive.

[IB4TL]

Well, I’m back to square one.
I called today to make hotel reservations in Key Largo.

Then I was told it is a 2.5-hour car ride from Miami airport to the resort.

No way I’m going to spend hours in a car after hours in a plane.

:funnier:

I'm guessing you have extremely limited travel experience.

Safe guess considering it takes you forever to decide on a domestic destination :Jeff '79:

People have booked their vacations. Enjoyed their vacations. Returned home....since this thread was started :yesnod::funnier:

[VatorMan]

Well, I’m back to square one.
I called today to make hotel reservations in Key Largo.

Then I was told it is a 2.5-hour car ride from Miami airport to the resort.

No way I’m going to spend hours in a car after hours in a plane.

You’ve never driven highway 1 down the Keys. Rent a vert, drop the top, turn the tunes up and just cruise. Stop at the tiki bar right before 7 mile bridge. Watch the manatees and drink a couple of cheap beers. Stop by Big Pine Key and see the small Key deer. Stop at the Key West museum and see Robert the Doll, one of the key players of Key West ghost lore.

[Steve_R]

:funnier:

I'm guessing you have extremely limited travel experience.

Safe guess considering it takes you forever to decide on a domestic destination :Jeff '79:

People have booked their vacations. Enjoyed their vacations. Returned home....since this thread was started :yesnod::funnier:


He’ll decide soon. Maybe by 2027.

[Cool 50th AE]

Doesn't the hotel have an airport shuttle? Or a helicopter shuttle?

They provide no transportation from the airport.


Not correct. It’s about a one hour drive.

You are correct.
I just looked up the travel times and the resort person on the phone was wrong.

I'm going to call back and give them my "KAREN" attitude.

[VatorMan]

They provide no transportation from the airport.




You are correct.
I just looked up the travel times and the resort person on the phone was wrong.

I'm going to call back and give them my "KAREN" attitude.

Fly into Lauterdale and drive to KW. Stop in S Miami and grab probably the best Cuban sandwich known to man and cruise to KW. It really doesn’t get any better.

[IB4TL]

He’ll decide soon. Maybe by 2027.

Let's not rush things! This is an entire week or two of drinking by the ocean that we're planning :Jeff '79:

[Cool 50th AE]

I have zero effort/energy in me to do driving or site seeing.

I haven’t worked in 8 months and I’m still exhausted.
If I had a fuel gauge attached to my body, it would show empty with a hole in the tank.


I just want to sit down in the hot sun.

You’ve never driven highway 1 down the Keys. Rent a vert, drop the top, turn the tunes up and just cruise. Stop at the tiki bar right before 7 mile bridge. Watch the manatees and drink a couple of cheap beers. Stop by Big Pine Key and see the small Key deer. Stop at the Key West museum and see Robert the Doll, one of the key players of Key West ghost lore.

[Cool 50th AE]

This is an entire week or two of drinking by the ocean that we're planning :Jeff '79:


Wait, we are all going to meet there?

That would be awesome!

[IB4TL]

Fly into Lauterdale and drive to KW. Stop in S Miami and grab probably the best Cuban sandwich known to man and cruise to KW. It really doesn’t get any better.

He'd be better off flying into PBI & stopping in Delray Beach....I'd buy him a nice meal :yesnod:
I've seen his cooking pics....it'll be easy to impress him :funnier::cert:

[IB4TL]

Wait, we are all going to meet there?

That would be awesome!

Sure!

Visit Delray Beach. Turbo & I walk to the ocean regularly :cool1:🐕

[LATB]

I just want to sit down in the hot sun.

And I live in Florida and want cold and cloudy. :Jeff '79:

[VatorMan]

I have zero effort/energy in me to do driving or site seeing.

I haven’t worked in 8 months and I’m still exhausted.
If I had a fuel gauge attached to my body, it would show empty with a hole in the tank.


I just want to sit down in the hot sun.

Jersey boy- suck it up buttercup. I’m telling you, driving Highway 1 from Miami to KW rivals driving PCH from Half Moon Bay to Big Sur.

[VatorMan]

He'd be better off flying into PBI & stopping in Delray Beach....I'd buy him a nice meal :yesnod:
I've seen his cooking pics....it'll be easy to impress him :funnier::cert:

Anything without grease should impress him.

[VatorMan]

I have zero effort/energy in me to do driving or site seeing.

I haven’t worked in 8 months and I’m still exhausted.
If I had a fuel gauge attached to my body, it would show empty with a hole in the tank.


I just want to sit down in the hot sun.

There is zero energy to drive highway 1. You are in a drive train. As long as you can slightly press a gas pedal and brake pedal, slightly turn the steering wheel left and right, pretty much zero energy required.

[IB4TL]

Anything without grease should impress him.

Hmmm.... Good point.

We'll eat at separate places :Jeff '79:

[LATB]

There is zero energy to drive highway 1. You are in a drive train. As long as you can slightly press a gas pedal and brake pedal, slightly turn the steering wheel left and right, pretty much zero energy required.

Meaning, Jimmy Buffett on the radio, a drink in one hand and a doobie in the other…

[Cool 50th AE]

There is zero energy to drive highway 1.

You don’t understand.
I was essentially in work prison for 26 years.
About 15 years ago I drove out of my normal route which was only 5 minutes out of my normal route.
I saw new things that were foreign as if a stranger was driving around.


For 26 years, if I wanted to see the sun I had to look out a window.

[VatorMan]

[QUOTE=Cool 50th AE;2178339]You don’t understand.
I was essentially in work prison for 26 years.
About 15 years ago I drove out of my normal route which was only 5 minutes out of my normal route.
I saw new things that were foreign as if a stranger was driving around.


You bitch about travel like a JAP but don’t understand that the getting there is part of the vacation. For Gods sake, look at the area that is flyover for some.

[IB4TL]

You don’t understand.
I was essentially in work prison for 26 years.
About 15 years ago I drove out of my normal route which was only 5 minutes out of my normal route.
I saw new things that were foreign as if a stranger was driving around.


For 26 years, if I wanted to see the sun I had to look out a window.

You owned your own business.

The "prison" you lived in was created by YOU as you're scared to venture outside your route/routine.

[Cool 50th AE]

[QUOTE=Cool 50th AE;2178339]You don’t understand.
I was essentially in work prison for 26 years.
About 15 years ago I drove out of my normal route which was only 5 minutes out of my normal route.
I saw new things that were foreign as if a stranger was driving around.


You bitch about travel like a JAP but don’t understand that the getting there is part of the vacation. For Gods sake, look at the area that is flyover for some.

And you cant quote. :D

You owned your own business.

The "prison" you lived in was created by YOU as you're scared to venture outside your route/routine.

And you are also correct.

[VatorMan]

[quote=VatorMan;2178344]

And you cant quote. :D



And you are also correct.

If you are going to KW, enjoy the trip. Flying into KW, ubering to your hotel and eating at yelp recommended places-you will have never left NJ

[Cool 50th AE]

You owned your own business.

The "prison" you lived in was created by YOU as you're scared to venture outside your route/routine.

Now that Doug is gone, we need a new person to create drama.
I’m not sure if I’m up to that type of effort.

[Rikki Z-06]

For Kewl. **** the vacation and just buy this. :yesnod:

https://nbc-2.com/news/2023/11/27/private-island-in-florida-keys-selling-for-2-5m/amp/

[VatorMan]

By all means, do a ghost tour of KW. So many freaky people. BTW-this is Robert the doll. Look him up on Google. Scary stuff.

[IB4TL]

Now that Doug is gone, we need a new person to create drama.
I’m not sure if I’m up to that type of effort.

:Jeff '79:

Not trying to give you a hard time.

We certainly don't need another Doug :cert:

That being said, you're retired now.
Be adventuresome!
Enjoy life!

You have a plethora of travel tips & advice at your fingertips.

The only one holding you back is YOU.

:cert:

[Steve_R]

Let's not rush things! This is an entire week or two of drinking by the ocean that we're planning :Jeff '79:


I call that “home.” :shots:

[IB4TL]

I call that “home.” :shots:

Same!

A few months ago my neighbors asked me where I like to vacation....."Here!"
We literally live in a vacation destination! :island14:

They went to W. VA to visit relatives & bitched the entire time to me via text about missing Florida.

Unlike Dipshit & his "personal prison" I've travelled quite a bit (not like you & Buzz) but enough.

I love living here & couldn't be happier.

I'm off to shovel sunshine and grill a steak. :D:cert:

Turbo & I will probably walk along the beach later. :fruit:

*Edited per Dipshits' request*

[Cool 50th AE]

Unlike the OP

I do have a name. :D

[Steve_R]

I do have a name. :D


Yeah? What is it?

[Cool 50th AE]

Yeah? What is it?

Most people call me dipshit.

[IB4TL]

Most people call me dipshit.

Fxt per your liking, Dipshit :D

Making béarnaise sauce before grilling..... I'm just enjoying a drink & procrastinating before grilling a delicious dinner :smash:

[snide]

FFS Eric. One of my bucket list items is to visit Key West by car. If that means flying into Miami or Ft. Lauderdale and renting a vert, as Tom suggested, then that's what I'd be doing. :yesnod:

Fkn drama queen. :rolleyes:

:D

[Tikiman]

You don’t understand.
I was essentially in work prison for 26 years.
About 15 years ago I drove out of my normal route which was only 5 minutes out of my normal route.
I saw new things that were foreign as if a stranger was driving around.


For 26 years, if I wanted to see the sun I had to look out a window.


Consider yourself lucky. For many years, my building had no windows. If I wanted to see sunlight, I had to go out to lunch.

[Tikiman]

FFS Eric. One of my bucket list items is to visit Key West by car. If that means flying into Miami or Ft. Lauderdale and renting a vert, as Tom suggested, then that's what I'd be doing. :yesnod:

Fkn drama queen. :rolleyes:

:D

I've often dreamed of taking the auto train. I could load my golf clubs and a small carry-on bag in the C5 convertible and sleep on the way down. Get off wherever it ends up and drive the rest of the way to Key West. Take the next week working my way back up the coast, playing golf each day in a different state.

[Vandelay Industries]

Welcome home, hope you had a great vaca....


Errrr, nevermind.

[the new me]

I don't understand all this controversy about the drive from MIA to Key West.
Lars says 1 hour.
The resort says 2.5 hours.
Google maps says 3.5 hours
???
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Key+West,+Florida+33040/Miami+International+Airport,+2100+NW+42nd+Ave,+Miami,+FL+33142

But at least we all seem to concur that it's a nice drive regardless of how long it takes. It has been quite a while since I've done it, but I recall the 3.5 hour time being about right.

[Onebadcad]

By all means, do a ghost tour of KW. So many freaky people. BTW-this is Robert the doll. Look him up on Google. Scary stuff.

https://www.artisthousekeywest.com/robert-the-doll

[Onebadcad]

I don't understand all this controversy about the drive from MIA to Key West.
Lars says 1 hour.
The resort says 2.5 hours.
Google maps says 3.5 hours
???
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Key+West,+Florida+33040/Miami+International+Airport,+2100+NW+42nd+Ave,+Miami,+FL+33142

But at least we all seem to concur that it's a nice drive regardless of how long it takes. It has been quite a while since I've done it, but I recall the 3.5 hour time being about right.

Getting from Miami to Florida City is NEVER easy, both the Turnpike Extension and U.S. 1 are parking lots, once you get on U.S. 1 from Florida City, it can take 3+ hours to Key West, if you can do it in under 3 hours it is a major accomplishment.

Distance Florida City to Key West is 126 miles, on mostly 2-land undivided roads with speed limits that average 35.

Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada and Marathon all slow your drive.

[Big bob]

How long is the ferry ride from Miami to Key West?
Departing Thursday – Sunday at 8:30 a.m. from Key Biscayne in Miami, this high-speed jet-propelled catamaran, makes for a smooth trip in just under four hours, docking in the heart of old town. The service is available as a same-day trip or can be combined with overnights in Key West.

[Egnalf]

Getting from Miami to Florida City is NEVER easy, both the Turnpike Extension and U.S. 1 are parking lots, once you get on U.S. 1 from Florida City, it can take 3+ hours to Key West, if you can do it in under 3 hours it is a major accomplishment.

Distance Florida City to Key West is 126 miles, on mostly 2-land undivided roads with speed limits that average 35.

Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada and Marathon all slow your drive.

That discussion was Miami to key largo, not key west.

The key west trip is beautiful, one time. If possible, there are multiple stops along the way such as Lorelai, Sunset bar and grille, Tonio's Seafood shack, etc, etc. before actually getting to key west. 7 mile bridge is the jewel of the ride. The ride these days is max 45 speed, usually less, lots of cops seeking speeders and just not the fun ride it used to be.

For me, a direct flight from philly, just over three hours is the key anymore. Land, head toward baggage claim and get a drink on the way as you walk inside.

Cool, fly in, go drop your bags and head out to explore, fk that drive.

[Onebadcad]

How long is the ferry ride from Miami to Key West?
Departing Thursday – Sunday at 8:30 a.m. from Key Biscayne in Miami, this high-speed jet-propelled catamaran, makes for a smooth trip in just under four hours, docking in the heart of old town. The service is available as a same-day trip or can be combined with overnights in Key West.

Not sure if a Miami - Key West ferry is currently in service.

You can take one from Fort Myers Beach or Marco Island:

https://www.keywestexpress.net/key-west-express-fares

[Egnalf]

https://sunsetgrille7milebridge.com/
https://www.loreleicabanabar.com/webcam/
https://www.toniostiki.com/

[donuts]

I agree that Florida is friendliest beach destination but if you want easy and nice and quiet I would suggest Manhattan Beach or Hermosa beach in California. Fly into LAX and hitch a ride and you’re at your VRBO in 10 minutes . There’s not any resorts but it’s beautiful and quiet. Local eateries have always been good. Rents for homes and condos vary greatly but we’ve yet to get a bad one or a bad view.

[Steve_R]

I don't believe Kewl really wants to go on a vacation. If he did he'd just do it already.

[donuts]

I don't believe Kewl really wants to go on a vacation. If he did he'd just do it already.

Truth, but it makes for a good thread

[Cool 50th AE]

FFS Eric. One of my bucket list items is to visit Key West by car.

Are you keeping yellow note pads of all our names?


You people are harsh and I have a mind to start legal action. :D

Right now I'm trying to find 1st class airline tickets that aren't ridiculously priced.

[IB4TL]

Are you keeping yellow note pads of all our names?


You people are harsh and I have a mind to start legal action. :D

Right now I'm trying to find 1st class airline tickets that aren't ridiculously priced.

That could take months, Eric. :D

[Big bob]

Are you keeping yellow note pads of all our names?


You people are harsh and I have a mind to start legal action. :D

Right now I'm trying to find 1st class airline tickets that aren't ridiculously priced.


Don't know where you are is the auto train an option? :confused5:

[LATB]

Hi Eric. :kimblair:

[Cool 50th AE]

My internet anonymity has been breached.

[snide]

My internet anonymity has been breached.

Sorry about that, Dipshit.

We good? :bigears:

[Cool 50th AE]

We good? :bigears:

I don’t ever remember disclosing names on the internet.
You are a modern day, Geraldo Rivera.

cheers gif

[snide]

I don’t ever remember disclosing names on the internet.
You are a modern day, Geraldo Rivera.

cheers gif

If that is indeed your name, you did not post it here or at CF, that I'm aware of...

[Cool 50th AE]

If that is indeed your name, you did not post it here or at CF, that I'm aware of...

Ok, now I don’t think Dipshit is an appropriate moniker.

[Cool 50th AE]

Holy shit, 231K posts!

If you only got .05 cents per post.

[higgyburners]

Hi Eric....:rofl:

[Bill]

Are you keeping yellow note pads of all our names?


You people are harsh and I have a mind to start legal action. :D

Right now I'm trying to find 1st class airline tickets that aren't ridiculously priced.

Maybe there's a travel agency with an inexpensive lawyer's office next door? Worth a shot.

[GrandSportC3]

If you don't like overcrowded beaches, I got the right beach for you. I take my family there frequently. Indian Rocks Beach. There is a place with a Dog Park where you can park for free and walk to the beach. Not crowded at all. Many good Restaurants within only a few minutes driving.

[Cool 50th AE]

Anyone know if Spirit Airlines is like Frontier with it being the Walmart of airlines?

Spirit has a 2nd row single widow seat for $212

[Big bob]

They sure are but they will get you there. If you're a pointed end pampered ***** they are not for you.:leaving:

[IB4TL]

Anyone know if Spirit Airlines is like Frontier with it being the Walmart of airlines?

Spirit has a 2nd row single widow seat for $212

First Class on a budget airline is like living in a penthouse in the ghetto :funnier:

[Steve_R]

Anyone know if Spirit Airlines is like Frontier with it being the Walmart of airlines?

Spirit has a 2nd row single widow seat for $212


Seriously? Are you that cheap? Frontier > Spirit.

Fly Spirit. Hitchhike to a Motel 6. Eat at McDonald’s. Have a great vacation. :seasix:

[Cool 50th AE]

Seriously? Are you that cheap? Frontier > Spirit.

Fly Spirit. Hitchhike to a Motel 6. Eat at McDonald’s. Have a great vacation. :seasix:

Every other airline is double the price for being squished in on a 3 row seat.
At least the Spirit seat is single 2nd row window without a fat smelly tard leaning on me.

All the 1st class seats are about $800 on the other airlines.

[IB4TL]

Every other airline is double the price for being squished in on a 3 row seat.
At least the Spirit seat is single 2nd row window without a fat smelly tard leaning on me.

All the 1st class seats are about $800 on the other airlines.

Flying on a cheap airline never made sense to me.

1) You're literally put your life in the hands of the cheapest plane/pilot.

2) Dealing with trash that is flying on these planes.

IB4 OP checks Groupon for deals at McDonald's & Motel6 :funnier:

[Big bob]

With domestic flights you're not in it that long to justify 4 times the price for a few extra inches. And the pilots have the same requirements. I get a good laugh at some pay all that extra money and their feet barley touch the floor. :rofl:

[IB4TL]

With domestic flights you're not in it that long to justify 4 times the price for a few extra inches. And the pilots have the same requirements. I get a good laugh at some pay all that extra money and their feet barley touch the floor. :rofl:

I'm not tall but have been adamant about first class since I was a kid.

For some it's not about the leg room but rather better service, a more comfortable seat & not having to deal with the cheap people in the back.

YMMV

[Big bob]

I'm not tall but have been adamant about first class since I was a kid.

For some it's not about the leg room but rather better service, a more comfortable seat & not having to deal with the cheap people in the back.

YMMV

So you were just raised that way. What kind of service do you require for a few hour flight? On international I can see the value because of my size and enjoy the benefits on a long flight. But find more entitled little whining bitches in first class can actually worse than a crying baby. :seasix:

[Egnalf]

Every other airline is double the price for being squished in on a 3 row seat.
At least the Spirit seat is single 2nd row window without a fat smelly tard leaning on me.

All the 1st class seats are about $800 on the other airlines.

I have an ex military friend who flies those airlines. I refuse. From what I understand: no first class, just seats starting in row 1, They are generally older, smaller planes, so seating still tight. No frills, often late, limited room for carry-on and pay for luggage.

I would look up what type of plane it is and search for the plane before booking.

[IB4TL]

So you were just raised that way. What kind of service do you require for a few hour flight? On international I can see the value because of my size and enjoy the benefits on a long flight. But find more entitled little whining bitches in first class can actually worse than a crying baby. :seasix:


Where do you get your knowledge?
Pure conjecture :island14:

I've easily been on over 1k flights (stopped flying ~6yrs ago due to spacial vertigo)
Never had a bad experience in first. Sat next to a lot of interesting people & enjoyed my flight.

BTW over 80% of first class seats are paid for by corporations flying employees around or people upgrading with credit card miles.
Less than 10% actually PAY for first class.

American Airlines renamed their cabins a few years ago as corporations didn't want to pay for "first class"

[Steve_R]

Like Big Bob/AF2 has ever flown in First Class. :rofl:

I’ve never seen an inmate in a prison jumpsuit in First Class.

[Big bob]

[/B]

Where do you get your knowledge?
Pure conjecture :island14:

I've easily been on over 1k flights (stopped flying ~6yrs ago due to spacial vertigo)
Never had a bad experience in first. Sat next to a lot of interesting people & enjoyed my flight.

BTW over 80% of first class seats are paid for by corporations flying employees around or people upgrading with credit card miles.
Less than 10% actually PAY for first class.

American Airlines renamed their cabins a few years ago as corporations didn't want to pay for "first class"




Personal experience I also have meet many great people as well. But have found that many look down on those that are in the back of the plane thinking that they are somehow better than them. I have never figured out why some have the need to put others down so they can feel better about themselves. :sadangel:

[IB4TL]

Personal experience I also have meet many great people as well. But have found that many look down on those that are in the back of the plane thinking that they are somehow better than them. I have never figured out why some have the need to put others down so they can feel better about themselves. :sadangel:

More random conjecture :island14:

Truly wealthy people typically fly on private planes.

Like I said, over 80% of people in first aren't actually paying for it themselves (except the like of Spirit where an Uber ride to the airport is more expensive)

It's in your head.

I was always one of the last people to board domestic flights because I didn't feel comfortable with people walking past me with your mentality.

International I didn't care and boarded ASAP to have a drink or two before they collected glasses for take-off :Jeff '79:

[Big bob]

Flying on a cheap airline never made sense to me.

1) You're literally put your life in the hands of the cheapest plane/pilot.

2) Dealing with trash that is flying on these planes.
-------------------------------------------'---------------------------------------

IB4 OP checks Groupon for deals at McDonald's & Motel6 :funnier:

I'm not tall but have been adamant about first class since I was a kid.

For some it's not about the leg room but rather better service, a more comfortable seat & not having to deal with the cheap people in the back.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

YMMV

More random conjecture :island14:

Truly wealthy people typically fly on private planes.

Like I said, over 80% of people in first aren't actually paying for it themselves (except the like of Spirit where an Uber ride to the airport is more expensive)

It's in your head.

I was always one of the last people to board domestic flights because I didn't feel comfortable with people walking past me with your mentality.
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International I didn't care and boarded ASAP to have a drink or two before they collected glasses for take-off :Jeff '79:




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[IB4TL]

Like Big Bob/AF2 has ever flown in First Class. :rofl:

I’ve never seen an inmate in a prison jumpsuit in First Class.

That's because you don't fly on the "Walmart of the skies" type airlines :Jeff '79:

[Steve_R]

Has Kewl booked his Spirit airlines and Motel 6 baller vacation yet?

:popcorns:

[GTOguy]

Personal experience I also have meet many great people as well. But have found that many look down on those that are in the back of the plane thinking that they are somehow better than them. I have never figured out why some have the need to put others down so they can feel better about themselves. :sadangel:

And this is why I think you are so kickass, Big Bob. A true gentleman.:seasix:

[Steve_R]

[/B]

And this is why I think you are so kickass, Big Bob. A true gentleman.:seasix:


Do true gentlemen drive drunk and kill their friend, then go to jail? If so I hope I’m never called a true gentleman.

Some of your ass-kissing posts here are just plain creepy.

[MikeB]

Seriously? Are you that cheap? Frontier > Spirit.

Fly Spirit. Hitchhike to a Motel 6. Eat at McDonald’s. Have a great vacation. :seasix:

For a limited time, McRibs are available.
Makes Steve's(world traveler don'tcha know) suggestion plausible.

[IB4TL]

Do true gentlemen drive drunk and kill their friend, then go to jail? If so I hope I’m never called a true gentleman.

Some of your ass-kissing posts here are just plain creepy.

...and he was complimenting the guy that was referring to his own paranoia that people in First Class were looking down on him 🤯

Meanwhile, people in First aren't looking down on him they just want a more comfortable seat, better food, better service & to not have to deal with bullshit.

I look down on him but that's because he's a drunk driver that killed a person. :smash:


Back to the topic....
Kewl, have you researched the bus schedule yet :island14::D

[Cool 50th AE]

Has Kewl booked his Spirit airlines and Motel 6 baller vacation yet?

:popcorns:

I was just about to click “purchase” on the resort website in Key Largo.
But first I thought I should check the weather down there.
It’s only in the high 70’s to about 80 during the day.

No way I’m going there for that!

[Rikki Z-06]

I was just about to click “purchase” on the resort website in Key Largo.
But first I thought I should check the weather down there.
It’s only in the high 70’s to about 80 during the day.

No way I’m going there for that!

:kick:

[Big bob]

Oh looked Dougee's minion's are flaunting their ignorance again.


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[Steve_R]

I flew JAX - ATL - SLC today in First Class. I didn’t see one person board the plane in handcuffs and a prison jumpsuit. :shrug:

[higgyburners]

Do true gentlemen drive drunk and kill their friend, then go to jail? If so I hope I’m never called a true gentleman.

Some of your ass-kissing posts here are just plain creepy.

Go Stebe Go:hurray:

[Big bob]

:iagree: flaunt that ignorance with your stupidity. :seasix:


I can only imagine that you need to attack others to make up for what you have done to yourself and your family. :sadangel:

[Cool 50th AE]

On the plane right now and I just uploaded this to Bit chute.

https://www.bitchute.com/video/f2UYAeZp5xXZ/

Where is the Bit Chute embed link thingy?

[Big bob]

Have a good trip.:seasix:

[Big bob]

I flew JAX - ATL - SLC today in First Class. I didn’t see one person board the plane in handcuffs and a prison jumpsuit. :shrug:



Did you ship a present home to make sure you weren't forgotten. :rofl:

[kylebuck]

Hawaii

[abubakarkabiru]

Like Big Bob/AF2 has ever flown in First Class. :rofl:

I’ve never seen an inmate in a prison jumpsuit in First Class.

Sometimes, some illegal immigrants get deported this way.

[Championix]

Feeling the need for a vacation is something we can all relate to, especially after a day of flying. It's like a little nudge from life saying, "Hey, it's time for some relaxation!"
If you're looking for vacation suggestions, it depends on what kind of adventure you're craving. Whether it's a serene beach escape, a bustling city exploration, or something entirely different, there are endless possibilities out there.
Speaking of adventure, I recently came across some cruises departing from Los Angeles at https://www.cruisetimetables.com/cruises-from-los-angeles-california.html. Cruises can be a fantastic way to unwind, explore new destinations, and create some wonderful memories.

[IB4TL]

:waiting:

[Cool 50th AE]

Nobody called out the spam post above.

I'm not clicking that.

[IB4TL]

Nobody called out the spam post above.

I'm not clicking that.

I just did!

Referring to your original post :yesnod:

[Cool 50th AE]

I just did!

Referring to your original post :yesnod:

Still a bot spammer that will never post here ever again.

[IB4TL]

Still a bot spammer that will never post here ever again.

:spdchk:

[Onebadcad]

Great link, thanks, I just paid $399 for two 21-day Hawaiian cruises.

[IB4TL]

Still a bot spammer that will never post here ever again.

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[KenHorse]

I highly recommend Maui

[tipenedju]

spam

[vettemed]

It sounds like you're craving a well-deserved getaway! For a peaceful beach escape with upscale dining, Turks and Caicos could be the perfect fit. The pristine beaches and gourmet dining options there are top-notch.

But do they serve spam there?

[IB4TL]

But do they serve spam there?

Doesn't matter....I'm willing to bet @Cool_50th_AE never strayed far from Pennsylvania :yesnod:

[Cool 50th AE]

OK, I just finally booked a vacation.

I need to put my feet in the sand.

[Cool 50th AE]

I just noticed I had this thread also.

https://www.thevettebarn.com/forums/showthread.php?t=121563

[owc6]

I hear Palestine is nice this time of year. :leaving:
:seasix:

No, you dint.

:thumbs:

[Vandelay Industries]

OK, I just finally booked a vacation.

I need to put my feet in the sand.

Where you headed? :bigears:

[A/E]

Kewl,

I'll be doing some Meet - N - Greets along PCH from Malibu down to Tijuana

Got some Movie Studio Stuff, & Skate - N - Surf Endorsement Business on a few of the days, but free most of the week

Look for me out on the Sand

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[Cool 50th AE]

Where you headed? :bigears:

Due to internet stalkers I’ll give out the specifics when I get back.

It’s a high end resort and I just looked on their website about their restaurants.

The Sunday brunch looked awesome until it listed the price at $195 person plus 13% tax and a 20% surcharge on all restaurant food.

I consider myself a baller but there is no way I’m paying $250 for brunch.

[IB4TL]

Due to internet stalkers I’ll give out the specifics when I get back.

It’s a high end resort and I just looked on their website about their restaurants.

The Sunday brunch looked awesome until it listed the price at $195 person plus 13% tax and a 20% surcharge on all restaurant food.

I consider myself a baller but there is no way I’m paying $250 for brunch.

Worried someone from the forum will try to vacation along side of you :island14::funnier:

[Olustee bus]

I hear Palestine is nice this time of year. :leaving:

If you really want pristine beaches in FL without crowds and resorts Amelia Island is it. :seasix:

That was my first thoughts. Good restaurants.

Besides beaches, you got kayaking in the back bays, Cumberland Island is a beautiful, historical. relaxing place.

[A/E]

It’s a high end resort

The Sunday brunch looked awesome until it listed the price at $195 person plus 13% tax and a 20% surcharge on all restaurant food.
no way I’m paying $250 for brunch.

Yep :yesnod: Prices at Goofy's Brunch are Up there these Days Kewl

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But There's Photo Opportunities with out Waiting in Line like out in the Park with the Non Ballers

Need any other Disney Resort Tips ~ Ask that Raazor Fella, he's an Expert.

[Vandelay Industries]

Due to internet stalkers I’ll give out the specifics when I get back.


Wise move. Security first. :yesnod:


It’s a high end resort and I just looked on their website about their restaurants.

The Sunday brunch looked awesome until it listed the price at $195 person plus 13% tax and a 20% surcharge on all restaurant food.

I consider myself a baller but there is no way I’m paying $250 for brunch.

That would be one of my deal breakers. :balls:

[IB4TL]

Due to internet stalkers I’ll give out the specifics when I get back.

It’s a high end resort and I just looked on their website about their restaurants.

The Sunday brunch looked awesome until it listed the price at $195 person plus 13% tax and a 20% surcharge on all restaurant food.

I consider myself a baller but there is no way I’m paying $250 for brunch.

$195 brunch

2½ hr flight from PA.

Have fun at The Breakers in Palm Beach :D

[higgyburners]

double resurrection thread...how is this possible ....:nono:

[IB4TL]

double resurrection thread...how is this possible ....:nono:

It took him nearly a year to book his vacation :yesnod:

Better than a new thread :island14:

[Bruze]

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[GrandSportC3]

Clearwater Beach. This time of the year, there are no large crowds. White sand and great Restaurants.

[GTOguy]

Due to internet stalkers I’ll give out the specifics when I get back.

It’s a high end resort and I just looked on their website about their restaurants.

The Sunday brunch looked awesome until it listed the price at $195 person plus 13% tax and a 20% surcharge on all restaurant food.

I consider myself a baller but there is no way I’m paying $250 for brunch.

Vacations are for you. For the last 25 years, on vacation, it's no expenses spared, if that's what I want. Some of my best memories have been really lavish meals or accommodations. No regrets.....do you want to be the riches guy in the graveyard?

[A/E]

$195 brunch

2½ hr flight from PA.

Have fun at The Breakers in Palm Beach :D

$195 per person, plus tax and service charge.
$85 for children ages 12 and under, plus tax and service charge.
Special pricing applies for holidays and events.

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The AYCD ( All You Can Drink ) Bloody Mary Bar is WORTH IT :chainsaw:

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And . . . Where Else Can You Enjoy a Roving Harp Player at Brunch :island14:

[A/E]

Send us Post Cards Kewl :barnbabe:

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You'd think they'd have the Grounds Crew rake up that Sea Weed Crap :island14:

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[A/E]

The A/E & Cool 50th AE ~~** Official Meet - N - Greet **~~ Event

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Kewl & A/E will be Fixtures in the Bar for An Unbelievable Meet - N - Greet Event of Epic Proportions :shots:

Photo Opportunities :beadist:starting at $25 with 2 Drink Minimum Purchase towards A/E & Kewl's Mind Bending Benders :datawiz:

Advance Ticket Sales have already begun :barnbabe: