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Christmas in the USA

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 18:58

My apologies. I'm purely posting here for traffic. My sister has cancer, she's 37, three young children. When we were growing up we always watched Christmas movies, the cheesy type. She wants to spend Christmas in the US and stay in a house like we see in the films. Snow, open fire, christmassy town. I don't know where to start but I want to make it happen.

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Hitchinkitchen · 18/02/2025 20:14

Talking about Canada now. I would imagine Niagara on the Lake would be magical. I went there in September last year. Of course, Niagara Falls would be stunning under snow and ice.

Sittingonthefence83 · 18/02/2025 20:11

As others have said, Maine, great if you like Stephen King too ! What a lovely sister you are, hope you have a fabulous time.

LavenderFields7 · 18/02/2025 20:05

Disney in Orlando is magical at Christmas.

TheBewleySisters · 18/02/2025 20:00

Ooh, definitely Maine or Vermont! New England at Christmas - picture perfect.

SeaToSki · 18/02/2025 19:59

and if you want something that is a bit more towny look at
Newburyport Mass
Portsmouth NH
Kennebunkport Maine

Many places have Christmas festivals on one of the weekends in the run up to Christmas, so you could aim for one of them and then actually be home for Christmas itself

if you need more help then PM me..I live on the East coast

blueskies23 · 18/02/2025 19:52

Have a look at Newport, Rhode Island, it's very pretty and the mansions (used in "The Gilded Age") are beautiful when decorated for Christmas. Two hours drive from Boston.

SnakebitesandSambucas · 18/02/2025 19:48

No advice! But I hope it goes well and you all have a lovely time!

BurtsB33 · 18/02/2025 19:34

If Money is no object look at Kennebunk in Maine. Bar Harbour is near Acadia National Park. Stunning.

EricTheGardener · 18/02/2025 19:33

If money's not that much of an issue and she really wants to go to Wyoming then maybe look at house rentals in Jackson Hole. You'd need to get to an airport like Chicago or Denver and then get a connecting flight, but it would be worth it. It's so incredibly stunning and you're pretty much guaranteed snow at Christmas time. Lots of vacation rental companies, for eg:

www.abodejacksonhole.com/all-rentals/holiday-rentals/christmas-rentals-in-jackson-hole-wyoming/?sort_by=random

BurtsB33 · 18/02/2025 19:31

Cape Cod and Martha’s Vineyard are lovely too and you’d have the sea, ditto Maine which is truly gorgeous. Long drive from airport potentially but scenic. Vermont is v pretty and you’d get a good chance of snow surely. I’ve always fancied Michigan.

purplecorkheart · 18/02/2025 19:26

Unless you are a multi millionaire money will be an issue. Remission will not mean anything to travel Insurance/Heath Insurance in USA. I speak from experience and honestly do not want to see another family go through what I have witnessed with a very close friend.

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:25

@SeaToSki thank-you.

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SeaToSki · 18/02/2025 19:23

if you def want Easter Coast and not West coast, then look at Woodstock Vermont and Camden Maine. Aim to fly into Boston Logan and rent a car with 4 wheel drive (winter weather) look at Airbnb and Vrbo

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:22

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:21

@purplecorkheart. I understand your concern. Money is jot an issue. We are hoping she will be in remission by the time we go.

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:20

@BurtsB33 a couple of people have said Maine and Vermont so will check them out. Thank you.

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purplecorkheart · 18/02/2025 19:19

You will need to keep the travel/health insurance up to date,I would imagine on her condition.

You probably will need to look into comfort on flights so will you be able to afford first class/Business.

I would look at direct flights with super short transfers but to be honest while I think it is a lovely idea I don't think it is practical.

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:19

@mumofoneAlonebutokay . We have spent Christmas in New York before but she's looking for the Christmas movie experience.

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BurtsB33 · 18/02/2025 19:18

Maine and Vermont are lovely and a bit nearer

mumofoneAlonebutokay · 18/02/2025 19:17

I always dreamed of Christmas in new York, op! But it might be a bit hectic with all she's dealing with ❤️

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:17

@Nameychangington thank you. My sister is currently receiving treatment. We have a water tight insurance policy.

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Fluffycloudsfloatinginthesky · 18/02/2025 19:15

Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:09

We have health insurance. Otherwise would not contemplate such a trip.

Health insurance or travel insurance? It needs to cover things like flying medical staff out to bring her home if needed - not just medical bills.

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:14

@steff13, fabulous. Thank-you.

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Nameychangington · 18/02/2025 19:12

Specifically insurance that will cover her pre existing condition of cancer? The insurance companies will try to wriggle out of any loophole so please make sure. I know loads of people with cancer (don't ask) and some people on curative treatment can't even get cover to go to Spain let alone the US.

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Cctviswatchingme001 · 18/02/2025 19:09

We have health insurance. Otherwise would not contemplate such a trip.

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