Hi Everyone - One of my best friends is getting engaged and needs some ideas on how to make the engagement special for his girlfriend.
He is planning to propose in February and I think he is looking for a place that is convenient to get to from NY. I would normally suggest a long weekend in Paris, or a quick getaway to the Caribbean, but I think vacation time will be an issue for them since they are teachers, and my friend is thinking about something somewhat 'local.'
Maybe a really nice B&B in Vermont?? Not sure what else, so I figured all of you ladies who recently got engaged could help.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions or creative ideas!!
I got engaged in New Paltz at this romantic mansion B&B called Mohonk, about an hour north of manhattan. I would highly recommend it! It was a little pricey so we were only there for one night, but it was perfect! we did it in the summer, so there were a ton of outdoor activities. FH proposed to me as we took a light hike after stuffing ourselves at their amazing breakfast buffet. Not sure what they'd do in the winter, but the place was super cozy - wood decor, and steeped in history. there's an indoor pool and spa as well. here is the website
http://www.mohonk.com/
ETA: One caveat - the cell reception was horrible! we had to try and try to get any connection to call people to tell them. I still thought it was worth it :)
PS - I just looked. they are having a weekday spa special. i know you said they don't have a lot of time, so not sure if a weekday would work.
ETA 2: I'm a ditz! They are teachers and he's looking at Feb. Although...if they have presidents day off, maybe the night before would work?
I also looked at the round barn inn (VT) when i was considering a destination wedding. it is adorable but i know very little about it other than what's on website
FH and I went to a GREAT B&B in Massachusetts called the Red Lion Inn. its so quaint and romantic and in such a cute little town. Any girl would love it
i know of a GREAT little romantic place up in New Hampshire! i reccomend it to everyone for a cozy romantic getaway we did a three day vacay that was in the BEST suite(the gazebo suite), included a horse pulled sleighride, 1night of dinner & an in room couples massage for about $600! it was AWESOME. they always have specials going on...also tell them that the '1875 Inn' is fantastic as a dinner choice if they get a package that includes it. anyways, here's the website - it's such a great place! if u need any other info let me know :) please tell ur friend to tell them that Taryn & Josh Garsik recommended them!
