Engagement (Casual) Pictures Help

I never took my casual pictures with Duet. Since my wedding is in May, they told me I need to take my pictures soon...end of January beginning of February....

my question is: since it is still winter where can I take them???? any suggestions?? I am also having a video session so I want it to be nice... I was thinking of going to Soho and then Central Park or Jones beach...do you think it will be too cold on the beach???

please help...