first time in the USA where should I go ?

[kenmbz]

We got married their 20 some odd years ago. It is much more flagrant in it's approach to many vices. But the shows are fun. And the parks are nearby.
Don't think we want to go back again unless it's just a jump off point.
I have been to Vegas more than a dozen times, and it's appeal has worn off.

 

[Rockbadchild]

I saw Vegas in the 60s and it was great. I took wife there a few years ago and had a panic attack! To us it's terrible. Some friends love it!

For me I had trouble with the crowd or the way people walked I am not used to that, I had the urge to elbow so many people in the face it was crazy, so many people would walk straight at me without moving a inch wanting to walk through me it was mind boggling... that was basically the only problem I had ....

 

[Fuddyduddy1952]

A friend goes there a lot...poker player. He had $50,000 cash rolled up, drove home (Palos Verdes Ca) and he lost it...drove back and it was where his car was parked.
He said Vegas, everyone is looking up not down.

 

[two_bit_score]

some of the stuff is straight up a scam but we are glad we went but not sure id go again...

I think it’s that way for most. One or two trips gets it out of their system. Glad you had a good time!

 

[Rollanz]

Love Vegas but only for a weekend. It’s pretty obvious the casinos, glitz and glam is all fake, mostly everyone realizes that on the first trip or people got money to burn. What’s really cool about Vegas is the cheap hotels, endless things to do and eat at different price points, proximity to the Grand Canyon, Hoover dam, nature trails, art installations, endless shops selling the most random things, heck even LA is only a four hour drive if you’ve never seen the pacific.

My wife and I are thinking about visiting the Finger Lakes area, so I'm looking for a cottege through https://www.newyorkrentalbyowner.com/search/finger-lakes. Any recs for wineries, lodging or meals?

 

[BnRidge]

For me I had trouble with the crowd or the way people walked I am not used to that, I had the urge to elbow so many people in the face it was crazy, so many people would walk straight at me without moving a inch wanting to walk through me it was mind boggling... that was basically the only problem I had ....

Wonder how much of a culture thing that is. I thought it was interesting that downtown Chicago when I was there a few months ago did none of that, at all. I also got frisked before visiting a downtown park though too. 40yrs ago, downtown Madison WI, everyone plowed along.

 

[Rockbadchild]

Wonder how much of a culture thing that is. I thought it was interesting that downtown Chicago when I was there a few months ago did none of that, at all. I also got frisked before visiting a downtown park though too. 40yrs ago, downtown Madison WI, everyone plowed along.

mind you I am from a very small town but the first time I experienced that in canada was out west with the asian tour buss but in general in a crowd i can understand to a point, but if there is room courtesy say it’s haft step aside for a man and one to two for a lady or a elderly like changing your lane while walking… back there it was often the suite and tie type wouldn’t move a inch and walk straight to ya 4 step back … bill burr as a awesome bit about that that describe it very well …

 

[1Mech]

If at all possible, I would reschedule your trip for spring or fall to avoid the extreme heat of many places in the states. My wife and I have been to all 50 states, most of them with the grandkids, Baja California and a few Canadian provinces. No matter where you end up deciding on in the U.S., as is true of Canada, everyplace has something to offer, perhaps with the exception of the Oklahoma panhandle, although it is a wonderful place to watch the stars at night. They still call it "No Man's Land" But even there, you can find beauty in it's starkness!
Enjoy your travels!!!

 

[1Mech]

Yes it is… and do not be fooled when someone mentions it’s a dry heat so it feels better. It does NOT feel any better because it’s not humid … it’s still bloody hot

My wife bakes cookies in "dry heat"!!

 

[1Mech]

If you make it to the central U.S., you can kayak, the Buffalo National River in North Central Arkansas and visit Eureka Springs, also known as "Little Switzerland". Eureka Springs has the Christ of the Ozarks statue, the Great Passion Play, a bible museum and, if you swing to the other side of the spectrum, it is a very open to LGBTQ. It seems everyone gets along fine without imposing on the other's beliefs. If you like Vegas style shows, Branson, Missouri is a short drive north in a more laid-back setting than Vegas. And, don't forget about the beautiful Ozark Mountains, not huge like the Rockies, but very scenic.