To fly?

[podling]

Trying to decide what to do for the end of this month. So how 'bout you all help by making decisions for me. I've been very indecisive lately. But I have a feeling I should reserve something soon if I do reserve. So anyway, here's the deal. I live in NJ, my family lives in MA. Generally I drive, but the ride back here afterwards tends to suck. So I'm examining my alternatives. What seems good to y'all?

[Poll #376504]

Comments

[wintersweet.livejournal.com]

I'd probably drive or take the train if I were you, but I'm not *G*

[tygerseye.livejournal.com]

I say go to London, but if you have to see family? Drive. :)

[podling]

Yeah, I'm slightly biased against the train because of prior experience. I'm sure it runs on schedule most of the time... but out of six possible runs I've taken on it, only one, or maybe two have been even close to on time. And once you're trapped on that train, it's all over for you. Sure it's mostly comfortable, but when it's supposed to take 4 1/2 hours and it actually ends up taking 8 1/2 and the snack car ran out of food in the 2nd hour of the trip... well... let's just say it has its downsides as well.

Driving actually isn't that bad, other than wear and tear on the car. Oh, and boredom. Going up won't be that bad, anyway. Coming home is another story. Generally on holidays it takes around 5ish hours to drive back, though the later I leave, the easier it tends to be. It wouldn't be so annoying if I had someone else in the car though.

[silme.livejournal.com]

You could stay with us -- no problem! Okay, one problem, but it might not be a worry, is that we're flying to Belfast that Friday after work and not returning until that Sunday night. But that would okay. You could have the house to yourself; all we ask is that you feed the cats. :)

There's a railway station within walking distance and we might even leave a car behind. Heck, you haven't seen our new house. ;)

[arkibet.livejournal.com]

My biggest fear with the train is snow blocking the railways and getting stuck. My friend who went to Albany suffered this. The planes are much more reliable.

You can always go to London another time.

[chap.livejournal.com]

If your familly lives anywhere near boston you could always catch one of the bus's from China town. Last I checked that was like 20 bux or something.

[elephantgiraffe.livejournal.com]

I am already ticketed for New York to Chicago on Amtrak for Thanksgiving. Especially since your trip would be a resonable 4.5 hours, I think the train is the way to go.
London being a close second.

[cissa.livejournal.com]

I'd take the train, or drive, or the Chinatown bus thing if it was me. I hate flying and like trains. I'd bring food and drink, though, for the train.

I hope if you come up here we can get together! *hugs*

[straif.livejournal.com]

You can't go to London. London Bad. You have to go to Worcester. The Massachusetts Worcester, not that fancy pants British one.

Wouldn't you rather have the traditional Day After dinner with people you like...and myself?

[teapot-farm.livejournal.com]

Of course you have Brit crash space. Admittedly not quite in London, but near.
But if you decide to be awkward and not come to the UK, then get the train. It was pretty much on time both times I took it - just stock up on journey food first.