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[AIRKING114200]

I search a small nice city in the US or Canada which is away from metropolis for a short holiday (1 or 2 weeks). I am single and I like it to stroll, drink coffee, eat,... Only relaxing... (no hookers)

"Nice" means good archictecture and old buildings, cultivated cityscape, pleasant atmosphere, not crowded and affordable.

In short, a kind of an insider tip.


Who can recommend me such a city or place?

[crew]

It's going to be hard to find what you're looking for outside of a metro area.
I might suggest Ottawa (Canada's Capitol w/old world charm) and Quebec City (oldest city in N. America I believe). These are two great destinations with charm, friendly people (it helps to know some French in Quebec) and great architecture.

[MonBK]

Founded in 1565 St. Augustine, Florida is the oldest city.

[figbo]

Originally Posted by MonBK

Founded in 1565 St. Augustine, Florida is the oldest city.

Beautiful city,just what the OP asked for.

[Lisa]

Canada's a beautiful place, but isn't it too cold for much strolling/sightseeing this time of year?

[AIRKING114200]

St. Augustine sounds really good. That´s my taste.

If it is really nice I need a job there to stay longer. :-)

[Ebruner]

Savannah or Charleston. Either would be nice.

-Eddie

[JasoninDenver]

I highly recommend Victoria, British Columbia, Canada if your trip will be in between Late May - September. It has everything you want, is easy to get to and offers tons of day or side trip options.

[AIRKING114200]

@Jason

Victoria is a really nice city. I was in 2009 there during a three week stay in Vancouver.

[crew]

Originally Posted by Ebruner

Savannah or Charleston. Either would be nice.

-Eddie

Nice choices. If the OP is going to be here for at least a week he could visit both.
I don't think there is enough to do in Savannah to last more than a 3-4 days though.

[Tri-Tip]

Check out Murphys CA. It's in the Sierra Nevada's of California, it's a very small town, lots of restaurants and wineries, and several other small towns within a 20 minute drive.

[Zed Homme]

Annapolis MD

[Lgear080]

I would shoot myself if I spent more than 1 day in St. Augustine.

I think that you should do a mix of New Orleans and Ft. Lauderdale beaches -
i.e. a two stop deal. prob 4 days in Lauderdale and 3 in N.O.

[psv]

For 1-2 weeks you need something slightly bigger. Washington, DC is a great place if you haven't been. Or San Francisco with some tours along the coast and Napa Valley.

[donas]

Originally Posted by Ebruner

Savannah or Charleston. Either would be nice.

-Eddie

X2 Stay in Charleston and visit Savannah since it's only a 45 min drive. Both are great historic areas.

[BrooklynsBestest]

If you want your socks knocked off by geographic beauty (not so much the architecture) - I'd highly recommend Sedona, Arizona. Stunning Red Rocks area. Lots of outdoor-adventure activities. Laid back people. Peaceful. You can get lost in nature and it's no so far or so expensive to get back to a larger town or city again (Vegas, Taos, Santa Fe or even head to California for bigger cities.) Rent a car (convertible) or a bike and enjoy!

[eric23]

My Vote goes to Canada's East coast; it is cheap, not busy and really nice. There is a lot to see and do. My sister lives in Halifax and I go there at least once a year. P.E.I is nice it is only 3 hours drive from Halifax. If you want any info send me a PM and I give you some info.

[esm]

Originally Posted by AIRKING114200

I search a small nice city in the US or Canada which is away from metropolis for a short holiday (1 or 2 weeks). I am single and I like it to stroll, drink coffee, eat,... Only relaxing... (no hookers)

"Nice" means good archictecture and old buildings, cultivated cityscape, pleasant atmosphere, not crowded and affordable.

In short, a kind of an insider tip.


Who can recommend me such a city or place?

maybe you can explore those US Christmas markets....



(we have been to a few German Christmas markets a few years ago... that was "quite interesting" to say the least )