Alternative to NYC?

flutterbyuk25

Hey all

Myself and a group of friends are contemplating a 5-7 night break end of Nov/early Dec this year. We all love NYC and have been twice at that time of year before. I also have spent a considerable time in NYC whilst working in US.

So I was wondering if anyone can recommend anywhere similar to NYC to go at that time of year (US or Canada preferably)? We want the 'Christmassy' feel that you get in NYC, and good shopping!

TIA

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Nordictat2

Philadelphia and King of Prussia, PA! It's VERY christmassy and there is no tax on food (in grocery stores) or clothing

https://www.kingofprussiamall.com

dmg24

Boston is beautiful at any time of year, and especially so at Christmas.

Rosie75

Montreal would be lovely (albeit very cold) at that time of year.

flutterbyuk25

Thanks for the suggestions so far!

I've been to Boston before, but Philly or Montreal are definately worth looking into

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KarenG

Toronto? Montreal?

I would have said Boston too

malkie76

King of Prussia Mall is no-where near central Philly. It's a decent drive up a terribly busy interstate (can't recall the number). There is very little of interest near the mall to keep you interested if visiting in the winter. Weather can be tricky in the winter, and it's far more isolated compared to NYC.

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and Philly is a bit of a dump.

whatmichaelsays

Never been their, but the recommendations I'm getting from friends is putting Vancouver towards the top of my list:

flutterbyuk25

KarenG wrote: »

Toronto? Montreal?

I would have said Boston too

I've done Toronto 3 times before! One of my best friends lives there! I'm swaying towards Montreal at the moment. Vancouver is meant to be lovely but I think it's too far for a 5-7 night break.

Cheers!

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ferf1223

Vegas? It's not a traditional Christmassy city- but there's plenty of Christmassy stuff...and plenty of shopping.

Nordictat2

malkie76 wrote: »

King of Prussia Mall is no-where near central Philly. It's a decent drive up a terribly busy interstate (can't recall the number). There is very little of interest near the mall to keep you interested if visiting in the winter. Weather can be tricky in the winter, and it's far more isolated compared to NYC.

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and Philly is a bit of a dump.

I said Philadelphia andddddddddddddd King of Prussia...and easy there.. I was born and raised 20 mins outside of Philly...Of course it has bad places but most major cities do and hmmm every place in London is so clean? Right! :rolleyes: Doesn't stop me from going to London and having a good shop though

Philadelphia has alotttttt of history there and some great sites to see too. The shopping is great. I however usually go shopping in the area of King of Prussia when i go back to visit PA as the shopping is fab!! The Mall is the largest shopping complex in the US too

If you have any questions regarding Philly or the area..feel free to PM me