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TopNotchChach · 19 April 2011, 04:29 PM

whoaaaaaaa, im on a roll tonight!

time for a vacation!

i have never been to Hawaii or new york city.

gf wants to shop(i like shopping too!) so nyc seems a good place.

but i kinda want to relax and enjoy the sun and water.

please recommend some places to stay that you guys have enjoyed.

so... hawaii or nyc?!!

HELP!

thanks!!!!!!!!!!

A Jewel Thief · 19 April 2011, 04:31 PM

nah... Bali!

Dr.Brian · 19 April 2011, 04:45 PM

I've been to Hawaii many times. I never tire of it, instant relaxation. I think it's the psychological association of going to a small island thousands of miles from the mainland. I'm not sure what shopping she wants to do, but there's no shortage of opportunities in HI to separate your lady from her $$.
My favorite hotel on Oahu is the Halekulani.

Nice resort, great service, not too big, unbeatable location on Waikiki, and perfect views.
NY is fine too, but you won't get your relaxation requirement there.

MB7000 · 19 April 2011, 05:10 PM

It's a no brainer for me, anywhere but NY

KirkWilfred · 19 April 2011, 05:40 PM

Hawaii...

Dan Pierce · 19 April 2011, 10:28 PM

Maui.
dP

Brunotheboxer · 19 April 2011, 10:50 PM

Why would you even ask this? It's like should I go to a nice beach resort or a landfill?

mtrunner · 19 April 2011, 11:02 PM

I hav eto side with Hawaii. I live in NYC and love the city and can see why you would want to come but NYC is not the most relaxing city. Great for shopping though.

Zed Homme · 20 April 2011, 12:04 AM

Apples and oranges. You can't compare the two IMHO. You need to decide what you want out of the trip. However, unless you're on the west coast, I'd take the Caribbean over Hawaii in a heartbeat.

boa2 · 20 April 2011, 12:21 AM

Go to Oahu and you can relax and shop. Every high end boutique you could want is there, for men and women.

Mosco · 20 April 2011, 12:32 AM

Hawaii - no doubt. Stay in Waikiki (Kahala Mandarin Oriental - hands down best hotel there) and you'll be able to scratch the shopping itch as well. Like Howard said - every high-end boutique is there.

TopNotchChach · 20 April 2011, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

Why would you even ask this? It's like should I go to a nice beach resort or a landfill?

too funy

thanks for everyones suggestions. been wanting to go nyc for a while now but also want to sit on beach.

ill keep you guys updated!

TSts · 20 April 2011, 12:43 AM

Hawaii, just had that decision to make, NYC didn't have a chance.

gregmoeck · 20 April 2011, 12:53 AM

Maui is good for some shopping, there are a couple AD's there, and there is little traffic. You can chill. I can give you a condo suggestion, we've stayed there twice in the past couple years. The owners live in canada. Maui is a lot like california so if you are looking for exotic maybe try Kauai. NYC would be expensive but would be nice.

dalip · 20 April 2011, 12:59 AM

As others have said....apples/oranges.

For me... live on the beach/in the ocean most of the time... so:

NYC would be great because of the culture it offers....just awesome IMO.

Not been to Hawaii... so that would be definitely be a major draw....but other similar holiday destinations may come first I think.

NYC6 · 20 April 2011, 01:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MB7000

It's a no brainer for me, anywhere but NY

Just another jealous, second rate city resident comment.

Mosco · 20 April 2011, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYC6

Just another jealous, second rate city resident comment.

Come on, no reason to take swipes at people for opinions, mate.

mjm800 · 20 April 2011, 01:17 AM

Lots of shopping here is Hawaii but it’s the expensive kind. There are great deals to be found in NYC on designer items but here you will pay full price for just about everything maybe even a little more especially in tourist areas we like to call it a “Paradise tax.”

Brunotheboxer · 20 April 2011, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYC6

Just another jealous, second rate city resident comment.

Boston>NYC.

Chicago>NYC.

Who's your daddy.

Dr. Robert · 20 April 2011, 01:58 AM

TNC....when are you planning to take your holiday?
I love NYC....but not in the summer............even w/ the fab shopping, theater, Yankees baseball & food.
I recommend Kauai if you go in the summer.....the north shore, Hanalei & Princeville.
NYC now is nice, not hot yet.....the best shopping in the USA is in Manhattan.....even better than
Beverly Hills, South Coast Plaza or Union Square here in Calif.
Kauai has the most beaches per coastline than the other Hawaiian islands....it's the oldest, 1st settled by Polynesians.......locals are very nice....locals are very nice in both places.....tough choice.

Captainz · 20 April 2011, 02:08 AM

MAUI

kyle L · 20 April 2011, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TopNotchChach

too funy

thanks for everyones suggestions. been wanting to go nyc for a while now but also want to sit on beach.

ill keep you guys updated!

You can always go to Coney Island Beach...

NYC6 · 20 April 2011, 02:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brunotheboxer

Boston>NYC.

Chicago>NYC.

Who's your daddy.

Just another jealous, chowderhead Sox fan, third rate city guy.

Year after year(with very rare exception) The Yanks haven proven 'whos the boss'.

mtrunner · 20 April 2011, 02:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Robert

TNC....when are you planning to take your holiday?
I love NYC....but not in the summer............even w/ the fab shopping, theater, Yankees baseball & food.
I recommend Kauai if you go in the summer.....the north shore, Hanalei & Princeville.
NYC now is nice, not hot yet.....the best shopping in the USA is in Manhattan.....even better than
Beverly Hills, South Coast Plaza or Union Square here in Calif.
Kauai has the most beaches per coastline than the other Hawaiian islands....it's the oldest, 1st settled by Polynesians.......locals are very nice....locals are very nice in both places.....tough choice.

You are right NYC is miserable in the summer. It is so hot and humid! Stay away during the summer.

Brunotheboxer · 20 April 2011, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NYC6

Just another jealous, chowderhead Sox fan, third rate city guy.

Year after year(with very rare exception) The Yanks haven proven 'whos the boss'.

TopNotchChach · 20 April 2011, 05:58 AM

a lot of good tips guys. thanks keep it coming!

boa2 · 20 April 2011, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mtrunner

You are right NYC is miserable in the summer. It is so hot and humid! Stay away during the summer.

Agreed. It's great right now, even up to June, and then again come September. Too hot and humid for my taste in the summer...but I do love the city. Hawaii is really nice as well.

One other suggestion, perhaps? Carmel, CA
Shopping in a village atmosphere (but lots of high end), beach, and one of the most romantic places you'll ever go.

Tough call. Both Hawaii & NYC are really fun destinations.

girltime · 20 April 2011, 07:51 AM

Hawaii is a great place to vacation in the summer. VRBO.com is usually where we reserve a house for a week for the family on North Shore. Be sure to rent a car and enjoy the island.

Good luck vacation shopping.

Medtech · 20 April 2011, 08:16 AM

That's a no-brainer...

Maui, Kaanipaali area

SoftwareDrone · 20 April 2011, 08:26 AM

I just got back from Waikiki. TONS OF SHOPPING!! And more high end watch stores in one area than I have EVER SEEN.
The Rainbow Tower at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel is awesome IMO.

19 April 2011, 04:29 PM	#1
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	Hawaii or NYC! Help me pick my vacation destination! whoaaaaaaa, im on a roll tonight! time for a vacation! i have never been to Hawaii or new york city. gf wants to shop(i like shopping too!) so nyc seems a good place. but i kinda want to relax and enjoy the sun and water. please recommend some places to stay that you guys have enjoyed. so... hawaii or nyc?!! HELP! thanks!!!!!!!!!!

19 April 2011, 04:45 PM	#3
Dr.Brian 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,906	I've been to Hawaii many times. I never tire of it, instant relaxation. I think it's the psychological association of going to a small island thousands of miles from the mainland. I'm not sure what shopping she wants to do, but there's no shortage of opportunities in HI to separate your lady from her $$. My favorite hotel on Oahu is the Halekulani. Nice resort, great service, not too big, unbeatable location on Waikiki, and perfect views. NY is fine too, but you won't get your relaxation requirement there. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

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boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,942	Go to Oahu and you can relax and shop. Every high end boutique you could want is there, for men and women. __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

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A Jewel Thief Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Alex Location: UCLA Watch: Rolex, Omega Posts: 82	nah... Bali!

19 April 2011, 05:10 PM	#4
MB7000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Marcus Location: Chicago Watch: Day-Date,Deepsea Posts: 266	It's a no brainer for me, anywhere but NY

19 April 2011, 10:50 PM	#7
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	Why would you even ask this? It's like should I go to a nice beach resort or a landfill?

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mtrunner 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,835	I hav eto side with Hawaii. I live in NYC and love the city and can see why you would want to come but NYC is not the most relaxing city. Great for shopping though.

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Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	Apples and oranges. You can't compare the two IMHO. You need to decide what you want out of the trip. However, unless you're on the west coast, I'd take the Caribbean over Hawaii in a heartbeat.

20 April 2011, 12:32 AM	#11
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Hawaii - no doubt. Stay in Waikiki (Kahala Mandarin Oriental - hands down best hotel there) and you'll be able to scratch the shopping itch as well. Like Howard said - every high-end boutique is there. __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

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20 April 2011, 12:53 AM	#14
gregmoeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maui Watch: Patek Posts: 2,032	Maui is good for some shopping, there are a couple AD's there, and there is little traffic. You can chill. I can give you a condo suggestion, we've stayed there twice in the past couple years. The owners live in canada. Maui is a lot like california so if you are looking for exotic maybe try Kauai. NYC would be expensive but would be nice.

20 April 2011, 12:59 AM	#15
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	As others have said....apples/oranges. For me... live on the beach/in the ocean most of the time... so: NYC would be great because of the culture it offers....just awesome IMO. Not been to Hawaii... so that would be definitely be a major draw....but other similar holiday destinations may come first I think. __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

20 April 2011, 01:17 AM	#18
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	Lots of shopping here is Hawaii but it’s the expensive kind. There are great deals to be found in NYC on designer items but here you will pay full price for just about everything maybe even a little more especially in tourist areas we like to call it a “Paradise tax.” __________________

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Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,297	TNC....when are you planning to take your holiday? I love NYC....but not in the summer............even w/ the fab shopping, theater, Yankees baseball & food. I recommend Kauai if you go in the summer.....the north shore, Hanalei & Princeville. NYC now is nice, not hot yet.....the best shopping in the USA is in Manhattan.....even better than Beverly Hills, South Coast Plaza or Union Square here in Calif. Kauai has the most beaches per coastline than the other Hawaiian islands....it's the oldest, 1st settled by Polynesians.......locals are very nice....locals are very nice in both places.....tough choice. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

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TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,306	a lot of good tips guys. thanks keep it coming!

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girltime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Lisa Location: Texas Watch: TT Sub 16613 Posts: 493	Hawaii is a great place to vacation in the summer. VRBO.com is usually where we reserve a house for a week for the family on North Shore. Be sure to rent a car and enjoy the island. Good luck vacation shopping.

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Medtech Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: West-siide! Watch: it buddy! Posts: 334	That's a no-brainer... Maui, Kaanipaali area

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SoftwareDrone "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: San Jose, CA Watch: <-- likes to Posts: 506	I just got back from Waikiki. TONS OF SHOPPING!! And more high end watch stores in one area than I have EVER SEEN. The Rainbow Tower at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel is awesome IMO. __________________ :-) Mike Rolex Submariner (Blue V, YG) Breitling Navitimer (Black SS) Rolex Daytona (Black V SS) Rolex GMTII Ceramic (Black V SS, Sold) Rolex Daytona (White Random SS, Sold) Girard Perregaux 8020 Ferrari (Yellow)

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