Top 10 places to visit in the US? - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

MattN03 · 11-17-2009, 10:27 PM

My wife & I will be celebrating our 5 year wedding anniversary next May and are starting to think about places to go. What would be everyones top 10 places to visit in the US?

NightOfTheCow · 11-17-2009, 10:38 PM

If you plan on Vegas, let me know. I know of some good places to go.

MattN03 · 11-17-2009, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by NightOfTheCow

If you plan on Vegas, let me know. I know of some good places to go.

We've been to Vegas & The Grand Canyon and love each of them, but I think we want to hit up some new spots. I was thinking maybe northern CA via HWY 101 on through the Redwoods National Park up through Oregon and maybe even onto Seattle if we could do all of it in 5-6 days?

machgsxr · 11-17-2009, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by NightOfTheCow

If you plan on Vegas, let me know. I know of some good places to go.

Maui. Went there 3 years ago and would like to go back again.

Vegas is alright if your into that type of thing. Maybe if I had more money to go to more of the shows instead of the casinos. Rather go visit the grand canyon and the hoover dam. Have some really great backgrounds.

65fastback2+2 · 11-17-2009, 10:45 PM

depends on what time of year you wanna go

D.C. and Philly make a SUPERB trip

HamMach1 · 11-17-2009, 11:13 PM

Arches National Park and Mesa Verde.

65fastback2+2 · 11-17-2009, 11:50 PM

ohhhh Lake Tahoe

24kmach · 11-18-2009, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by MattN03

We've been to Vegas & The Grand Canyon and love each of them, but I think we want to hit up some new spots. I was thinking maybe northern CA via HWY 101 on through the Redwoods National Park up through Oregon and maybe even onto Seattle if we could do all of it in 5-6 days?

If you go to Seattle I would then take the seaplane to http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/Regions...FSn6agod6Ae1oQ

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blackmagicmach · 11-18-2009, 07:15 AM

big sur and nappa valley, Monterey bay are great places to go, their is Yosemite national park as well.

falcongtho3 · 11-18-2009, 07:16 AM

The Sea-Tac area is good. I'd go up to a place called Levenworth (not the military jail), and stay a day or two. It's an old German railway town that has been redone with all of the architecture being German, all if not most of the residents are German as are the shops and eateries. We stayed at a B&B nearby and had a great time. It's a short drive from Seattle, which is a city that offeres much to see and do. New Orleans is a pretty cool place, as is Vegas. And there's always Orlando as well.

04VAMach1 · 11-18-2009, 07:35 AM

It really depends on what you are interested in doing and how much you are willing to spend...looking for history, quiet scenic places, nightlife, beach, etc. Time of year is also important so that you can catch the local festivities.

Screech mentioned a good trip that would fill up an entire week and wouldn't cost that much.

My personal favorite is in Alaska during the Midnight Sun Festival. Talk about losing track of time.

Mach1 EH · 11-18-2009, 09:28 AM

Places in the US I'd like to see and haven't been to yet;

Smithsonian
LA - just to experience it
NYC - another experience
San Diego
Marti Gras
Boston - experience factor
Texas - experience factor

If you haven't been to The Woodward Avenue Dream Cruise, I would recommend that. Go for at least from Wednesday to Sunday.

swoop1156 · 11-18-2009, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Mach1 EH

Places in the US I'd like to see and haven't been to yet;

Smithsonian
LA - just to experience it
NYC - another experience
San Diego
Marti Gras
Boston - experience factor
Texas - experience factor

If you haven't been to The Woodward Avenue Dream Cruise, I would recommend that. Go for at least from Wednesday to Sunday.

Absolutely a grand list!

DC is great for the history and museums and heck, most of it's FREE!
NYC was just amazing, just incredible!
Marti Gras in Nawlins is ...well, indescribable.
Being from Michigan, you will never see a collection of anything like you will at Woodward.

If you're really wanting to get out:

Japan is amazing and I could live the rest of my life there. You can get lost in Tokyo for three-months and never feel "away-from-home".
A Caribbean or Alaskan cruise would be up there on my list. I've never done the latter, but would like to someday.
I've always wanted to have 4-New-Years party's in a single year. Rent a private plane, cross the time zones and party each time.

MCHNROL · 11-18-2009, 10:19 AM

If you go to Yosemite don't forget Yellowstone and possibly the Grand Canyon too.

11-18-2009, 11:21 AM

Was going to suggest the very same things the above poster said

I haven't been to Yosemite yet and would love to

Roy · 11-18-2009, 11:33 AM

There is a bar down on 8 mile road called the Booby Trap.

03Mach1BoyAdam · 11-18-2009, 12:32 PM

I went to D.C. over the summer and went to the Museums. I had a blast and would do it again! Good times and fun stuff to see!

Mach Boy · 11-18-2009, 12:50 PM

Being from a small town in IN, going to NYC was absolutely incredible. I couldn't stop looking up and Times Square is amazing. I went to Maui on my honeymoon earlier this spring. It was stunning. The road to Hana is an adventure in itself. The water is crystal clear and you don't have the crowded areas like you do if you were to go to Oahu. We took a plane over to Oahu for a day to tour Honolulu and see Pearl Harbor. Both trips were well worth the money.

MattN03 · 11-18-2009, 01:00 PM

Alaska & Hawaii are probably out due to budget constraints

I'd like to keep it under $3000 max. Maybe I can use some of my NWA miles to help with a flight if necessary...

Great suggestions so far, please keep them coming.

ICANGO · 11-18-2009, 01:10 PM

If you like to hike and see a lot of beautiful country. The Palm Springs area. Particularly Joshua Tree Natonal Park and the Palm Canyons. Any place in Arizona. From the Grand Canyon, to Sedona's red rock area and Tubac, south of Tucson. Summer time western South Dakota, the Black Hills and the Badlands with a short drive up to Wyoming for Devils Tower. Southern Utah is unbelievable. City wise the Sea-Tac area is great. From downtown to the harbor. Just for pleasure, South Miami and Mrytle Beach were fun. We are hikers so most of our destinations are national parks.

Uloset · 11-18-2009, 02:19 PM

You can take a trek down from the southern tip of Florida down to Key West. I've never done it myself but a good friend has, he says it is a great trip as long as you allot yourself enough time. We all know it is no fun being rushed during a vacation.

Naa-V-Doc · 11-18-2009, 05:16 PM

This one is easy to answer:
1 Yankee Sta.
2 Yankee Sta.
3 Yankee Sta.
4 Yankee Sta.
5 Yankee Sta.
6 Yankee Sta.
7 Yankee Sta.
8 Yankee Sta.
9 Yankee Sta.
10 Monument Valley

Azure Blurr · 11-18-2009, 06:11 PM

Key West was going to be my suggestion as well. Call ahead and do a fishing trip for a day. Perhaps some diving.
I'd like to go to New York as well. See all the sights. Visit Ed Sullivan Studios. Just hang on to your wife. I heard the guy leasing the lot likes da women.

Fenixfire · 11-18-2009, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Naa-V-Doc

This one is easy to answer:
1 Yankee Sta.
2 Yankee Sta.
3 Yankee Sta.
4 Yankee Sta.
5 Yankee Sta.
6 Yankee Sta.
7 Yankee Sta.
8 Yankee Sta.
9 Yankee Sta.
10 Monument Valley

Lets review this list:

1. Sucks
2. Sucks
3. Sucks
4. Sucks
5. Sucks
6. Sucks
7. Sucks
8. Sucks
9. Sucks
10. Sounds interesting!

FL Mach 1 · 11-18-2009, 07:33 PM

The Keys are nice, Key West is pretty touristy but the drive down is beautiful but make sure that you leave enough time. From Florida City to KW is around 3 1/2 to 4 hours one way.

Maybe its because I live here but I wouldn't put Orlando in the top 10 places to visit. Granted most of the locals try to stay away from the tourist areas like the plague. I haven't been to Disney in probably 12 years. If you have kids they I would say its worth the trip, if you don't wait until you do.

I would recommend the Smokey Mountain National Forest in East TN/West NC. If you like the outdoors and nature it is beautiful, just visit in the off season since it can get pretty busy.

11-17-2009, 10:27 PM	#1
MattN03 03RCODE Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Harrodsburg, KY Posts: 3,645	Top 10 places to visit in the US? My wife & I will be celebrating our 5 year wedding anniversary next May and are starting to think about places to go. What would be everyones top 10 places to visit in the US? __________________ 2003 Mach 1 Azure Blue 5 speed/IUP Sold 10/3/12

11-17-2009, 10:38 PM	#2
NightOfTheCow Space Olympics Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: To The East Posts: 1,343	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? If you plan on Vegas, let me know. I know of some good places to go. __________________ : D

11-17-2009, 10:45 PM	#5
65fastback2+2 Too many cars to mod Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 6,945	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? depends on what time of year you wanna go D.C. and Philly make a SUPERB trip __________________ Current Rides: 2011 Ford Fusion 2003 MG Terminator, 2.3 whipple Previous Rides: 2003 DSG Lightning, 486/586, 12.09@111.25 2007 F150 Lariat 4wd Screw 2004 OW Mach 1, auto, 1 of 179 2003 DSG Mach 1, 574 rwhp / 528 rwtq 2003 DSG Mach 1, 13.1 @ 109.1 1988 Mustang GT, stock 1967 TB Coupe, project 1965 Fastback 2+2, A-code

11-17-2009, 11:13 PM	#6
HamMach1 A.D.D. FTL Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 3,017	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? Arches National Park and Mesa Verde.

11-17-2009, 11:50 PM	#7
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11-18-2009, 07:15 AM	#9
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falcongtho3 Moderating at Mach 1 Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Baton Rouge, La. Posts: 16,270	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? The Sea-Tac area is good. I'd go up to a place called Levenworth (not the military jail), and stay a day or two. It's an old German railway town that has been redone with all of the architecture being German, all if not most of the residents are German as are the shops and eateries. We stayed at a B&B nearby and had a great time. It's a short drive from Seattle, which is a city that offeres much to see and do. New Orleans is a pretty cool place, as is Vegas. And there's always Orlando as well. __________________ Krewe de la Mach Rouge #340804 13th Mach 1 built 11/07/02 Build Date 12/13/02 Delivery

11-18-2009, 07:35 AM	#11
04VAMach1 Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 2,617	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? It really depends on what you are interested in doing and how much you are willing to spend...looking for history, quiet scenic places, nightlife, beach, etc. Time of year is also important so that you can catch the local festivities. Screech mentioned a good trip that would fill up an entire week and wouldn't cost that much. My personal favorite is in Alaska during the Midnight Sun Festival. Talk about losing track of time.

11-18-2009, 09:28 AM	#12
Mach1 EH original owner Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Bethany, Ontario Posts: 3,758	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? Places in the US I'd like to see and haven't been to yet; Smithsonian LA - just to experience it NYC - another experience San Diego Marti Gras Boston - experience factor Texas - experience factor If you haven't been to The Woodward Avenue Dream Cruise, I would recommend that. Go for at least from Wednesday to Sunday. __________________ 2003 Mach1 DSG - original owner (1 of 1595) IUP, MGW black locking fuel door, sequential flashers, K&N, Mach1 scuff plates, ID tags, MRT shifter, Borla cat back, Steeda full length subframe connectors, 3pt STB, AFS black chrome Mach1 Heritage 17 x 9 & 17 x 10.5 shoes, MRT hood struts. BIRTHDATE - 04/09/2003 ,<-- thx Donna 2012 Shelby GT500 Perf white, SVT PP (SVT Track Pack), Electronics Package, Borla exhaust

11-18-2009, 10:19 AM	#14
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11-18-2009, 11:21 AM	#15
nikbait Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? Was going to suggest the very same things the above poster said I haven't been to Yosemite yet and would love to

11-18-2009, 11:33 AM	#16
Roy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: S.E. Mich. Posts: 3,446	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? There is a bar down on 8 mile road called the Booby Trap.

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03Mach1BoyAdam Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Cecil County, MD Posts: 785	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? I went to D.C. over the summer and went to the Museums. I had a blast and would do it again! Good times and fun stuff to see! __________________ 2003 Torch Red Mach 1 - 5 Speed IUP Steeda Tri Ax Short Throw,Steeda Clutch Quadrant, Steeda Firewall Adjuster, Steeda Shock Tower Brace, MMR Rear Seat Delete, FRPP UCA's, Roush Stage 2 LCA's, Moser 31 Spline Axles, FRPP 31 Spline LSD, FRPP 4.10's, FRPP Aluminum DS, Swarr Rear Axle Brace, GMS Girdle, Steeda G Trac Bar, PHP Spacer, JLT RAI, Predator Tuner, 1/2" Shaker Extension, H&R SS Springs, MM C/C Plates, MAC Long Tubes, MAC O/R H Pipe, Magnaflow Magnapacks, 17x9 & 17x10.5 Black FR500's.

11-18-2009, 12:50 PM	#18
Mach Boy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indy Posts: 332	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? Being from a small town in IN, going to NYC was absolutely incredible. I couldn't stop looking up and Times Square is amazing. I went to Maui on my honeymoon earlier this spring. It was stunning. The road to Hana is an adventure in itself. The water is crystal clear and you don't have the crowded areas like you do if you were to go to Oahu. We took a plane over to Oahu for a day to tour Honolulu and see Pearl Harbor. Both trips were well worth the money.

11-18-2009, 01:00 PM	#19
MattN03 03RCODE Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Harrodsburg, KY Posts: 3,645	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? Alaska & Hawaii are probably out due to budget constraints I'd like to keep it under $3000 max. Maybe I can use some of my NWA miles to help with a flight if necessary... Great suggestions so far, please keep them coming. __________________ 2003 Mach 1 Azure Blue 5 speed/IUP Sold 10/3/12

11-18-2009, 01:10 PM	#20
ICANGO Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Wis. Rapids, Wi. Posts: 221	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? If you like to hike and see a lot of beautiful country. The Palm Springs area. Particularly Joshua Tree Natonal Park and the Palm Canyons. Any place in Arizona. From the Grand Canyon, to Sedona's red rock area and Tubac, south of Tucson. Summer time western South Dakota, the Black Hills and the Badlands with a short drive up to Wyoming for Devils Tower. Southern Utah is unbelievable. City wise the Sea-Tac area is great. From downtown to the harbor. Just for pleasure, South Miami and Mrytle Beach were fun. We are hikers so most of our destinations are national parks.

11-18-2009, 02:19 PM	#21
Uloset Fastest Mach 1 Somewhere Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Trenton, NJ Posts: 1,302	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? You can take a trek down from the southern tip of Florida down to Key West. I've never done it myself but a good friend has, he says it is a great trip as long as you allot yourself enough time. We all know it is no fun being rushed during a vacation. __________________ "It is not necessary to understand things in order to argue about them" I have a problem every time I pull up to some ricer a strange buzzing noise comes from behind me, any clue what it could be?

11-18-2009, 05:16 PM	#22
Naa-V-Doc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Posts: 1,006	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? This one is easy to answer: 1 Yankee Sta. 2 Yankee Sta. 3 Yankee Sta. 4 Yankee Sta. 5 Yankee Sta. 6 Yankee Sta. 7 Yankee Sta. 8 Yankee Sta. 9 Yankee Sta. 10 Monument Valley

11-18-2009, 06:11 PM	#23
Azure Blurr I miss my friend Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Middle Georgia Posts: 6,020	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? Key West was going to be my suggestion as well. Call ahead and do a fishing trip for a day. Perhaps some diving. I'd like to go to New York as well. See all the sights. Visit Ed Sullivan Studios. Just hang on to your wife. I heard the guy leasing the lot likes da women.

11-18-2009, 07:33 PM	#25
FL Mach 1 Nitrous Lizard Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Orlando, Fl Posts: 1,149	Re: Top 10 places to visit in the US? The Keys are nice, Key West is pretty touristy but the drive down is beautiful but make sure that you leave enough time. From Florida City to KW is around 3 1/2 to 4 hours one way. Maybe its because I live here but I wouldn't put Orlando in the top 10 places to visit. Granted most of the locals try to stay away from the tourist areas like the plague. I haven't been to Disney in probably 12 years. If you have kids they I would say its worth the trip, if you don't wait until you do. I would recommend the Smokey Mountain National Forest in East TN/West NC. If you like the outdoors and nature it is beautiful, just visit in the off season since it can get pretty busy. __________________ 1965 Mustang Convertible 200 cid 1965 Mustang Fastback 200 cid 1993 Mustang GT Convertible 2003 Azure blue Mach 1 member #13

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