Here's my criteria:
Must haves:
- excellent diving
- beautiful beaches
- uncrowded ... the fewer people the better (no other people would be ideal)
- no kids
Nice-to-haves:
- decent spa treatments; massage on the beach is always a good thing
- reasonably affordable
- good food and wine (no, I'm NOT drinking Merlot! ;-) )
- reasonably accessable (I live in Los Angeles); Caribbean is a yes, South Africa is a no.
What's your favorite place and why?
What is THE most romantic place you've been?
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, May 23 2005 11:40 AM
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 11:40 AM
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 11:47 AM
Great question Jamie...sounds like it might fit in well with this discussion!
And I do have some awesome ideas....Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts/Nevis, Cayman Brac & Little Cayman...all very isolated yet gorgeous and quiet yet things to do and private and secluded and very very romantic! And yes...spa treatments!
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And I do have some awesome ideas....Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts/Nevis, Cayman Brac & Little Cayman...all very isolated yet gorgeous and quiet yet things to do and private and secluded and very very romantic! And yes...spa treatments!
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 11:58 AM
Well I've been told I'm no romantic which is why I'm happy with the first half of your list, the must haves are all I need and South Africa is definetly on my wish list 
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 11:59 AM
Romance is not in a place, but is a state of mind. Any place can be romantic if two people make it so. Romance requires attention to detail and attention to your partner. Some places are more fun than others and can add to your enjoyment, but remember, the true romance will be what the two of you bring with you to whatever place you choose.
Good places for romance that I've been - Provo - The Bay of Peter the Great (a tad rustic, but for those who like roughing it, it's hard to beat. It's also very difficult to get to from anywhere) - Bonaire - Roatan - Cozumel - a few that come immediately to mind.
Good places for romance that I've been - Provo - The Bay of Peter the Great (a tad rustic, but for those who like roughing it, it's hard to beat. It's also very difficult to get to from anywhere) - Bonaire - Roatan - Cozumel - a few that come immediately to mind.
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 12:03 PM
Aruba, Nevis, Ambergris Caye Belize, Little Cayman
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 12:21 PM
This one should make for some interesting reading Jex, good idea!
I'm with Walter, I don't think anything is a necessity other than the undivided attention of a beautiful lady... beyond that any place can be incredible. However, the warm and secluded locations offer more opportunities for intimate outdoor extracurricular activites, which is always a huge plus.
One of the most romantic times I've spent was right out your way Jex at The Hotel Del Coronado. I didn't even go diving back then, but it's still an awesome getaway. Roatan is my current favorite for tropical locations, but my list is sure to grow.... anxious to get some ideas here.
I'm with Walter, I don't think anything is a necessity other than the undivided attention of a beautiful lady... beyond that any place can be incredible. However, the warm and secluded locations offer more opportunities for intimate outdoor extracurricular activites, which is always a huge plus.
One of the most romantic times I've spent was right out your way Jex at The Hotel Del Coronado. I didn't even go diving back then, but it's still an awesome getaway. Roatan is my current favorite for tropical locations, but my list is sure to grow.... anxious to get some ideas here.
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 05:35 PM
It doesn't meet most of your criteria, but to answer your last question, Paris is my all time favorite city in the world (and think how much better it would be if it weren't for the Parisians (or is that Parisennes?). If you've been there, you probably understand why.
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 07:52 PM
These are a few places that i have been to, they are my favorites and meet almost all of your Critera. Romantic, Moderate to Expensive but Excellent diving and everything on your list and more if you desire.The Farimont Orchid in Kona
The Palau Pan Pacific
This is number 1 only because of the diving.Other great places but the diving was just ok
Kapalai near Sipadan
Grand Wailea in Maui
Sheraton in Moorea
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It doesn't meet most of your criteria, but to answer your last question, Paris is my all time favorite city in the world (and think how much better it would be if it weren't for the Parisians (or is that Parisennes?). If you've been there, you probably understand why.
Yes i agree.........What does this have to do with diving? LOL The Seine would be awful cold! But the best city in the world!
Edited by Travelnsj, 23 May 2005 - 07:56 PM.
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 07:52 PM
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 08:00 PM
Well, I'd have to say my bedroom.Here's my criteria:
Must haves:
- excellent diving
- beautiful beaches
- uncrowded ... the fewer people the better (no other people would be ideal)
- no kids
Yeah, there's no beach there, but there's certainly no crowds, and no kids... and...
the diving is extraordinary.....
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 08:04 PM
If we plan a trip to David's bedroom, count me in. 
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 08:13 PM
the diving is extraordinary.....
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Sorry Texas . . . He's ours now!
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 08:15 PM
And we aren't giving him back..
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 08:25 PM
You said it, sister!And we aren't giving him back..
Hmmm . . . chivalry, intelligence, and now wit . . .
It just might be worth paying $1 Cdn / litre for gas to see such a man in person at the upcoming PNW HH.
(Although I'm sure there's many more elsewhere.
Just not so close! 
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Posted 23 May 2005 - 08:29 PM
Well, shucks ladies....
So - in light of some of the fun poked at those of us who are of the DIR persuasion, I offer you:
The Top 10 benefits to "diving" with a DIR buddy:
10. We're absolutely committed to our buddy during the "dive".
9. We like to be REALLY close to our buddy during the "dive". the closer the buddy, the better we like it.
8. We always keep enough reserve gas in the tank to get BOTH of us where we're going.
7. We understand that great body position makes every "dive" more pleasurable.
6. We understand that staying down a long time means making plenty of deep stops on the way back up.
5. We spend considerable time working on trim.
4. We don't ever surface prematurely.
3. If something goes wrong during the "dive", we've always got the proper backup equipment in our pocket to take care of our buddy.
2. Our reputation for the deepest and longest penetrations is well-founded
And the #1 benefit of "diving" with a DIR buddy is..... (drumroll)
1. Two words: LONG HOSE.
So - in light of some of the fun poked at those of us who are of the DIR persuasion, I offer you:
The Top 10 benefits to "diving" with a DIR buddy:
10. We're absolutely committed to our buddy during the "dive".
9. We like to be REALLY close to our buddy during the "dive". the closer the buddy, the better we like it.
8. We always keep enough reserve gas in the tank to get BOTH of us where we're going.
7. We understand that great body position makes every "dive" more pleasurable.
6. We understand that staying down a long time means making plenty of deep stops on the way back up.
5. We spend considerable time working on trim.
4. We don't ever surface prematurely.
3. If something goes wrong during the "dive", we've always got the proper backup equipment in our pocket to take care of our buddy.
2. Our reputation for the deepest and longest penetrations is well-founded
And the #1 benefit of "diving" with a DIR buddy is..... (drumroll)
1. Two words: LONG HOSE.
"They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters; These see the works of the Lord, and His wonders in the deep."
Psalms 107:23-24
Psalms 107:23-24
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