VanillaSkyGirl 6 #1 July 20, 2005 My boyfriend is finally coming back from overseas (Iraq) in just over a couple of weeks, and I was hoping that some of you would have ideas for a trip for two, that we plan on taking in mid-August. The ideal trip/place would be relatively inexpensive, not too far, a little exotic, perhaps a bit secluded and somewhat romantic. We'd prefer a beach location, where there is good surf. Luxury is very nice, yet not a necessity at all. (We probably can't afford it, anyway. LOL.) He is an avid surfer, and we love to hike, camp and do anything outdoors. We both used to climb a lot and also both used to scuba dive, but we're not doing either of those two things this time. I'm not skydiving, either. I would be interested in a new location or new activity, that he and I could discover together, but this trip is more for relaxation and for us to spend some quality time together. Please let us know if you have any special suggestions for us. Any and all new ideas/suggestions are welcome. Thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites IMGR2 0 #2 July 20, 2005 Your in Cali, why not Cabo? Mid august, you may actually run into some Skydive San Marcos peeps. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RkyMtnHigh 0 #3 July 20, 2005 COSTA RICA!!!! _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #4 July 20, 2005 Honey, i got no special suggestions. Just wanted to say how happy i am that spencer is coming home to you. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #5 July 20, 2005 Thank you so much, sweetie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites nael 0 #6 July 20, 2005 Thailand! I'm heading over there in mid August, it 's warm, relatively cheap, relaxing (if you go to the right places), secluded (again, if you go to the right places) and there's tonnes of fun stuff to do. If you want something new to do with your boyfriend kayaking is lots of fun! Failing all this stuff, the Thai's could really use some tourists to help them back on their feet. Everyone wins!www.TerminalSports.com.auAustralia's largest skydive gear store Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites cocheese 0 #7 July 20, 2005 Santa Catalina Island ?Yay for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites shall555 0 #8 July 20, 2005 That's terrific ! You're in the Southwest, right ? Think about Ouray, Colorado. It's a secluded little town surrounded by these towering rock cliffs. There are natural hot springs and lots of little B&Bs. Cheers, Rosa ! shall Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Paige 0 #9 July 20, 2005 QuoteHoney, i got no special suggestions. Just wanted to say how happy i am that spencer is coming home to you. WHOOOOOOOOOOO I hear Costa Rica is beautiful.Tunnel Pink Mafia Delegate www.TunnelPinkMafia.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Snowwhite 0 #10 July 20, 2005 We did a quick little 4 day cruise one time. Just the right amount of surf, sand and sex. And we could consume all the alcohol we wanted and didn't have to have a DD. Very romantic, secluded and CHEAPskydiveTaylorville.org freefallbeth@yahoo.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Thanatos340 1 #11 July 20, 2005 I gotta Agree with Rky and Paige. Sounds Like Costa Rica is the place for you. The Black Sand Beaches in Jaco are great. Good Surf, Low Prices and Friendly people. Also try to get up to Arenal for the Volcanic Hot Springs and watch the Evening Natural Fireworks show from the Volcano while soaking in the Hot Springs and then go hit the Zip Lines for a great Canopy Tour. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #12 July 20, 2005 QuoteI gotta Agree with Rky and Paige. Sounds Like Costa Rica is the place for you. The Black Sand Beaches in Jaco are great. Good Surf, Low Prices and Friendly people. Also try to get up to Arenal for the Volcanic Hot Springs and watch the Evening Natural Fireworks show from the Volcano while soaking in the Hot Springs and then go hit the Zip Lines for a great Canopy Tour. Spencer and I cannot go there now. We are going to Costa Rica (or right around that way) soon, but it's for upcoming "work" purposes. (I cannot explain right now.) We need to go to another "perfect" place. Sorry for the confusion, and thank you all for the lovely suggestions. We really enjoy finding new places to explore, especially places that (for example) have clothing optional hot springs in exotic and difficult to find locations. That is exactly the kind of trip that he and I would enjoy. Please keep the suggestions coming and be specific. Thank you all! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jsaxton 0 #13 July 20, 2005 Puerto Rico!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #14 July 20, 2005 What does lummy have to do with puerto rico? ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jsaxton 0 #15 July 20, 2005 uh, are you lurking me? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #16 July 20, 2005 QuotePuerto Rico!!!! That sounds very interesting. Can you give me more specific information? Have you been there yourself? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #17 July 20, 2005 Not on the ocean, but Napa Valley is beautiful in August. Lots of bed and breakfasts to stay at, plus wine tasting and great restaurants. Also, you can take a balloon ride over the vinyards, they launch out of Vintage 1870. Derek and I need to make another trip out there, probably in Aug or Sept. Depends if his Mom will lift the dog ban, since my senior dog isn't doing very well right now and I don't want to leave her home with a pet sitter.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #18 July 20, 2005 Ever thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #19 July 20, 2005 QuoteEver thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. I was born in Peru, and we may be going there for the holidays. Edited: Yes, I agree that Machu Picchu in Cusco is simply magical. He'd love to go someday, but for now, we are looking for something new for the two of us to do in August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #20 July 20, 2005 I know.. that is why I suggested it.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #21 July 20, 2005 QuoteI know.. that is why I suggested it.. Like I said, my family (and probably myself) are going in Dec/Jan, and he has already been invited, if he is interested and able to take the time off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites motoboy 0 #22 July 20, 2005 QuoteCOSTA RICA!!!! I just went to CR and it was beautiful. I went on a hike to the bottom of the tallest waterfall and had an awesome time. it would have been better (safer)if i wasn't by myself but still a great time for all. oh yeah, get a good map (as detailed as possible) if you plan on driving. there are very little or no street signs._________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites motoboy 0 #23 July 20, 2005 Oh yeah, they have a lot of surfing and now is more of their "winter time" so they have a lot of great waves!_________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skybytch 273 #24 July 20, 2005 On the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. Beaches ranging from the stereotypical California beach (the type you see in the movies) to rock and driftwood strewn beaches at the edge of bluffs and cliffs. Things to do/see include surfing (bring wetsuits), beachbumming, hiking, biking (mtn and road), backroads touring, wine tasting, Hearst Castle, art galleries, shopping (some great "offbeat" stores), dining from burgers to gourmet... Downside is lodging, gas and restaurants are a bit pricey. Weather is usually warm (70's-80's) in August along the coast (with some chance of coastal fog) and hot (90+) inland. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #25 July 20, 2005 QuoteOn the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. I agree that it's a nice drive up the coast. Yes, we've done the coastal drive all the way to and back from San Francisco, actually. It was great, and there were plenty of places to surf. It's another possibility. 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IMGR2 0 #2 July 20, 2005 Your in Cali, why not Cabo? Mid august, you may actually run into some Skydive San Marcos peeps. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #3 July 20, 2005 COSTA RICA!!!! _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #4 July 20, 2005 Honey, i got no special suggestions. Just wanted to say how happy i am that spencer is coming home to you. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #5 July 20, 2005 Thank you so much, sweetie. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nael 0 #6 July 20, 2005 Thailand! I'm heading over there in mid August, it 's warm, relatively cheap, relaxing (if you go to the right places), secluded (again, if you go to the right places) and there's tonnes of fun stuff to do. If you want something new to do with your boyfriend kayaking is lots of fun! Failing all this stuff, the Thai's could really use some tourists to help them back on their feet. Everyone wins!www.TerminalSports.com.auAustralia's largest skydive gear store Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #7 July 20, 2005 Santa Catalina Island ?Yay for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shall555 0 #8 July 20, 2005 That's terrific ! You're in the Southwest, right ? Think about Ouray, Colorado. It's a secluded little town surrounded by these towering rock cliffs. There are natural hot springs and lots of little B&Bs. Cheers, Rosa ! shall Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paige 0 #9 July 20, 2005 QuoteHoney, i got no special suggestions. Just wanted to say how happy i am that spencer is coming home to you. WHOOOOOOOOOOO I hear Costa Rica is beautiful.Tunnel Pink Mafia Delegate www.TunnelPinkMafia.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowwhite 0 #10 July 20, 2005 We did a quick little 4 day cruise one time. Just the right amount of surf, sand and sex. And we could consume all the alcohol we wanted and didn't have to have a DD. Very romantic, secluded and CHEAPskydiveTaylorville.org freefallbeth@yahoo.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos340 1 #11 July 20, 2005 I gotta Agree with Rky and Paige. Sounds Like Costa Rica is the place for you. The Black Sand Beaches in Jaco are great. Good Surf, Low Prices and Friendly people. Also try to get up to Arenal for the Volcanic Hot Springs and watch the Evening Natural Fireworks show from the Volcano while soaking in the Hot Springs and then go hit the Zip Lines for a great Canopy Tour. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #12 July 20, 2005 QuoteI gotta Agree with Rky and Paige. Sounds Like Costa Rica is the place for you. The Black Sand Beaches in Jaco are great. Good Surf, Low Prices and Friendly people. Also try to get up to Arenal for the Volcanic Hot Springs and watch the Evening Natural Fireworks show from the Volcano while soaking in the Hot Springs and then go hit the Zip Lines for a great Canopy Tour. Spencer and I cannot go there now. We are going to Costa Rica (or right around that way) soon, but it's for upcoming "work" purposes. (I cannot explain right now.) We need to go to another "perfect" place. Sorry for the confusion, and thank you all for the lovely suggestions. We really enjoy finding new places to explore, especially places that (for example) have clothing optional hot springs in exotic and difficult to find locations. That is exactly the kind of trip that he and I would enjoy. Please keep the suggestions coming and be specific. Thank you all! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jsaxton 0 #13 July 20, 2005 Puerto Rico!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #14 July 20, 2005 What does lummy have to do with puerto rico? ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jsaxton 0 #15 July 20, 2005 uh, are you lurking me? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #16 July 20, 2005 QuotePuerto Rico!!!! That sounds very interesting. Can you give me more specific information? Have you been there yourself? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #17 July 20, 2005 Not on the ocean, but Napa Valley is beautiful in August. Lots of bed and breakfasts to stay at, plus wine tasting and great restaurants. Also, you can take a balloon ride over the vinyards, they launch out of Vintage 1870. Derek and I need to make another trip out there, probably in Aug or Sept. Depends if his Mom will lift the dog ban, since my senior dog isn't doing very well right now and I don't want to leave her home with a pet sitter.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #18 July 20, 2005 Ever thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #19 July 20, 2005 QuoteEver thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. I was born in Peru, and we may be going there for the holidays. Edited: Yes, I agree that Machu Picchu in Cusco is simply magical. He'd love to go someday, but for now, we are looking for something new for the two of us to do in August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #20 July 20, 2005 I know.. that is why I suggested it.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #21 July 20, 2005 QuoteI know.. that is why I suggested it.. Like I said, my family (and probably myself) are going in Dec/Jan, and he has already been invited, if he is interested and able to take the time off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites motoboy 0 #22 July 20, 2005 QuoteCOSTA RICA!!!! I just went to CR and it was beautiful. I went on a hike to the bottom of the tallest waterfall and had an awesome time. it would have been better (safer)if i wasn't by myself but still a great time for all. oh yeah, get a good map (as detailed as possible) if you plan on driving. there are very little or no street signs._________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites motoboy 0 #23 July 20, 2005 Oh yeah, they have a lot of surfing and now is more of their "winter time" so they have a lot of great waves!_________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skybytch 273 #24 July 20, 2005 On the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. Beaches ranging from the stereotypical California beach (the type you see in the movies) to rock and driftwood strewn beaches at the edge of bluffs and cliffs. Things to do/see include surfing (bring wetsuits), beachbumming, hiking, biking (mtn and road), backroads touring, wine tasting, Hearst Castle, art galleries, shopping (some great "offbeat" stores), dining from burgers to gourmet... Downside is lodging, gas and restaurants are a bit pricey. Weather is usually warm (70's-80's) in August along the coast (with some chance of coastal fog) and hot (90+) inland. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #25 July 20, 2005 QuoteOn the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. I agree that it's a nice drive up the coast. Yes, we've done the coastal drive all the way to and back from San Francisco, actually. It was great, and there were plenty of places to surf. It's another possibility. Thanks for the suggestion! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. 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sunshine 2 #14 July 20, 2005 What does lummy have to do with puerto rico? ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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VanillaSkyGirl 6 #16 July 20, 2005 QuotePuerto Rico!!!! That sounds very interesting. Can you give me more specific information? Have you been there yourself? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #17 July 20, 2005 Not on the ocean, but Napa Valley is beautiful in August. Lots of bed and breakfasts to stay at, plus wine tasting and great restaurants. Also, you can take a balloon ride over the vinyards, they launch out of Vintage 1870. Derek and I need to make another trip out there, probably in Aug or Sept. Depends if his Mom will lift the dog ban, since my senior dog isn't doing very well right now and I don't want to leave her home with a pet sitter.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #18 July 20, 2005 Ever thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #19 July 20, 2005 QuoteEver thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. I was born in Peru, and we may be going there for the holidays. Edited: Yes, I agree that Machu Picchu in Cusco is simply magical. He'd love to go someday, but for now, we are looking for something new for the two of us to do in August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #20 July 20, 2005 I know.. that is why I suggested it.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #21 July 20, 2005 QuoteI know.. that is why I suggested it.. Like I said, my family (and probably myself) are going in Dec/Jan, and he has already been invited, if he is interested and able to take the time off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites motoboy 0 #22 July 20, 2005 QuoteCOSTA RICA!!!! I just went to CR and it was beautiful. I went on a hike to the bottom of the tallest waterfall and had an awesome time. it would have been better (safer)if i wasn't by myself but still a great time for all. oh yeah, get a good map (as detailed as possible) if you plan on driving. there are very little or no street signs._________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites motoboy 0 #23 July 20, 2005 Oh yeah, they have a lot of surfing and now is more of their "winter time" so they have a lot of great waves!_________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skybytch 273 #24 July 20, 2005 On the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. Beaches ranging from the stereotypical California beach (the type you see in the movies) to rock and driftwood strewn beaches at the edge of bluffs and cliffs. Things to do/see include surfing (bring wetsuits), beachbumming, hiking, biking (mtn and road), backroads touring, wine tasting, Hearst Castle, art galleries, shopping (some great "offbeat" stores), dining from burgers to gourmet... Downside is lodging, gas and restaurants are a bit pricey. Weather is usually warm (70's-80's) in August along the coast (with some chance of coastal fog) and hot (90+) inland. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #25 July 20, 2005 QuoteOn the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. I agree that it's a nice drive up the coast. Yes, we've done the coastal drive all the way to and back from San Francisco, actually. It was great, and there were plenty of places to surf. It's another possibility. Thanks for the suggestion! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
skycat 0 #17 July 20, 2005 Not on the ocean, but Napa Valley is beautiful in August. Lots of bed and breakfasts to stay at, plus wine tasting and great restaurants. Also, you can take a balloon ride over the vinyards, they launch out of Vintage 1870. Derek and I need to make another trip out there, probably in Aug or Sept. Depends if his Mom will lift the dog ban, since my senior dog isn't doing very well right now and I don't want to leave her home with a pet sitter.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #18 July 20, 2005 Ever thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #19 July 20, 2005 QuoteEver thought of taking him to Peru? Take the trip to Machu Picchu... its a really magical place in the clouds. I was born in Peru, and we may be going there for the holidays. Edited: Yes, I agree that Machu Picchu in Cusco is simply magical. He'd love to go someday, but for now, we are looking for something new for the two of us to do in August. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #20 July 20, 2005 I know.. that is why I suggested it.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #21 July 20, 2005 QuoteI know.. that is why I suggested it.. Like I said, my family (and probably myself) are going in Dec/Jan, and he has already been invited, if he is interested and able to take the time off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motoboy 0 #22 July 20, 2005 QuoteCOSTA RICA!!!! I just went to CR and it was beautiful. I went on a hike to the bottom of the tallest waterfall and had an awesome time. it would have been better (safer)if i wasn't by myself but still a great time for all. oh yeah, get a good map (as detailed as possible) if you plan on driving. there are very little or no street signs._________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
motoboy 0 #23 July 20, 2005 Oh yeah, they have a lot of surfing and now is more of their "winter time" so they have a lot of great waves!_________________________________________ There's no "I" in team. Yeah, but there's an "I" in Intercourse Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #24 July 20, 2005 On the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. Beaches ranging from the stereotypical California beach (the type you see in the movies) to rock and driftwood strewn beaches at the edge of bluffs and cliffs. Things to do/see include surfing (bring wetsuits), beachbumming, hiking, biking (mtn and road), backroads touring, wine tasting, Hearst Castle, art galleries, shopping (some great "offbeat" stores), dining from burgers to gourmet... Downside is lodging, gas and restaurants are a bit pricey. Weather is usually warm (70's-80's) in August along the coast (with some chance of coastal fog) and hot (90+) inland. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #25 July 20, 2005 QuoteOn the ocean, beautiful, an easy four to five hour drive from the LA basin - the Central Coast of California. I agree that it's a nice drive up the coast. Yes, we've done the coastal drive all the way to and back from San Francisco, actually. It was great, and there were plenty of places to surf. It's another possibility. Thanks for the suggestion! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
