OT - Romantic getaway advice

Lord Chane · #1 October 14th, 2003, 12:03 AM

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Originally posted by deccan:
Ok, I need to think of a romantic getaway for the me and a girl around Christmas / New Year, for about a week or so. It can be anywhere in the world. I have a budget of a little over USD5,000 for this, which is quite a lot I should think. Any suggestions?

The girl suggested a Club Med, somewhere in Africa or South America. I've never been to Club Med before, but it seems to me that it mostly caters to an older population. We're both aged 27.

What does the lady in question like to do? Has she ever talked about a place she'd like to visit? What are her interests? Art, nature, wildlife, shopping, etc. If this is to be a romantic getaway, then you definitely want to go somewhere that she'll like, where there are activities that she'll be sure to enjoy. After nearly 30 years of being married I can assure you that if the lady isn't happy, then you won't be either. It's less important where you go than making sure you go somewhere and do something that'll make both of you happy.

TerranC · #2 October 14th, 2003, 12:18 AM

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deccan · #3 October 14th, 2003, 12:08 PM

The lady appears to want a "get away from the world" kind of vacation. I'm currently checking out Club Med Mauritius.

minipol · #4 October 14th, 2003, 12:34 PM

How about Bruges. Can't get more romatic that this. It's a very nice city, lovely to strawl in. OK, i'm biased since i was born there but it's a very old city, lot's of nice restaurants, good beer, chocolats, waffels, ...
Other nice cities are within half an hour/an hour.

Thermodyne · #5 October 14th, 2003, 12:41 PM

Mullumbimby, New South Wales

Close to the sea, quaint, and you'll live like a king on 2 grand for a week.

Karibu · #6 October 14th, 2003, 06:11 PM

Lappland in Finland. It is a cold, dark and very beautiful place in winter. Lots of changes for all kind of winter sports. I know, I am a finn. I would recommend a trip in top of some fjeld and make a tent up there and fire. If night is clear, you can see totally clear milky way. Though if you don't like cold and little discomfort, that is not a place for you.

I mihgt go into Thailand or some place like that. Warm and beautiful.

jimbob · #7 October 14th, 2003, 06:24 PM

Are you from Solomon Islands, or currently living in Solomon Islands? This distinction could significantly alter my suggestions (unless 5,000 dollars is only a "ballpark" number)