My wife, and I, and our ten month old are planning on taking a vacation (he'll be ten months at the time). We're going for five days. We're wondering about NYC vs Denver. The baby will be with us at all times, and we're not into any *ahem* recreational activities. We both like the outdoors and love to eat. My son likes it outside, too. We've both always wanted to go to NYC, though. NYC is two hours by plane, Denver about three. I like the idea of renting a car and exploring Colorado outdoors. Any suggestions?
Only can give "suggestions" towards NYC since I've never been to Colorado but just based on what you said I'd pick Colorado. When I went to NYC it was great for just the wife and I. I couldn't imagine having a 10 month old with us during that trip since we did a ton of walking/using the subway and would be a nightmare if we had to bring a stroller(assuming you're bringing one). Great food spots in NYC though and I do suggest you and your wife go in the future or when your kid is older.
Father of 3 boys here. He won't remember a damn thing at that age, so ignore his opinion, although you need to pay attention to that Red Firetruck talk. Real question: Sup with that babysitter? Pics or GTFO.
Denver: you can check out cool spots and smoke some dank (he's too young to understand, just don't give him any) Check out the Red Rocks, Mount Evans (highly recommend), and stroll down the 16th Street Mall. All while smoking weed!! Keep in mind you should go during warm weather months. For example, you can't make it up certain points of Mount Evans during October - April. You really want to go all the way to the top. Trust me Always wanted to check out The Stanley Hotel which was the house in The Shining. My co-workers weren't ever into it so never went. As far as NYC: I don't recommend it for a 10 month old. you'll have a stroller and going up and down stairs for subways all day. Plus you won't be high.
Forget a stroller, use one of those backpack baby-holders wherever you choose to go. Or, also carry a light stroller that can easily be folded when you're in a tight situation (subway, etc). I'd go to NYC first. There's just so many famous things to see and it's an experience just walking down the streets, especially Manhattan. If you're able to travel to the eastern tip of Long Island, it looks similar to the Florida Keys. Colorado wise, you can somewhat mimic the mountain experience right there in PA where you live. You can easily drive to NYC from PA, then use your car when you want to, and park it when you don't need it.
Seems easy to me. Denver (except, leave Denver immediately and go to the mountains). Dragging a kid around NY sounds like torture.
So, we changed our minds again, as we tend to do. I think we came up with a bit of a compromise. A shorter flight and something we always wanted to do. We're going to take an hour and a half flight to Boston, rent a car, and drive to Maine. We'll probably stay in Portland for a day, and then I'd like to do Acadia for a day or two before we make our way back towards Boston. It's early October, or else I'd try to talk my wife into a Red Sox game. Tickets will probably be too expensive, and if we had to leave part way through because of the baby, it'd suck. Anyways, any Maine advice? Small town suggestions/food stops/ things to do?
This is your answer. Nyc is much more annoying than colorado. Imagine waiting in line at world trade center with a little kid. I did it and it sucks. Colorado times million
Absolutely will. We love to travel. I think we're doing Maine. I had dreams of lobster rolls for three meals a day, however I just saw that it averages over $20 a roll. Wtf?!
Maine is awesome. As is Portland. Definitely go to Eventide Oyster Co. They have a lobster roll based off of a Chinese steamed bun, but they have a whole menu of awesome stuff. Acadia is nice too. At ten months though, it's just time to get your boy acclimated to travelling. Wouldn't worry too much about the location (other than what's easiest for you and your bride).
You literally pick both of my winter vacation spots. Since my kids were toddlers we’ve always partied in one one of these two places for the Christmas holidays. Both are fun and beautiful in their own ways! It’s also ironic that you mentioned Boston as a destination, because when we go to NYC, we always use an entire day and half to drive up there and have lobsters from the harbour! Good times, good times indeed!! Wherever you decide to go, planning is the key factor! Traveling with kids, especially young ones is challenging to say the least! Expect delays everywhere you go, keep this in mind, and you’ll have a great time. Don’t forget to bring your Rockets attire!!! ....... ....... .......
Never been to Colorado, but that's where I'd go in your situation. I'd rather just go with my wife alone if going to NY.
To elaborate on my earlier post, really depends on the vibe you are looking for because these two are essentially polar opposites. Denver (but more specifically the mountains to the west) have an extremely chill vibe. Weekdays are amazing for exploring trails, biking, and any number of other outdoor activities. You can really take your time everywhere and won't have to worry about bothering anyone else. Couple recommendations are Hanging Lake trail (few hours west of Denver) and Devil's Head Lookout trail (just Southwest of Denver). Drive up to Mount Evans (at over 14,000 feet it is the highest maintained concrete road in the US). Nervy drive but the payoff is great. Red Rocks is a must. New York is insanely hectic. Everyone is running around and pissed off it seems like. Sensory overload around every corner. Definitely something to see. Makes downtown Houston seem like a little podunk town. But I wouldn't want to spend more than two or three days there, whereas I could easily spend a month in Colorado. Never been to Maine/Boston but heard great things (minus the racism).
I'll add to what some others have said. Colorado! We've been to New York several times, a couple of times with the kids. Once when they were like 6 and 10, and much later, we took the youngest, a junior in high school deeply involved in theatre, to NYC, doing an "air B&B" type thing, renting a two bedroom apartment that we could walk from to see the plays. We saw 6 plays in 10 days, which was expensive, but absolutely wonderful. Our kid couldn't have had a better time. Neither could we. I would save New York for yourselves until the little guy grows a bit bigger.
