Any redeeming qualities about being in the Hamptons during peak summer? My MIL from Florida rented a house out there and wants us to spend a lot of time-which will be great for the kids who barely get to see her. Last I remember, Hamptons in summer was packed, took hours to get around by car, difficult to get reservations, etc. What can you do out there that isn't stressful in July/August? Can it be enjoyable?
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05.20.12, 07:59 PM
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Honestly I'd rather enjoy Central Park than go there.
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05.20.12, 08:00 PM
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riiiight.
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05.21.12, 06:58 AM
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a million times over actually
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05.21.12, 10:33 AM
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really? aren't there always pretty empty beaches? There aren't lifeguards or anything, but there are very few people.
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05.20.12, 08:02 PM
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I will have to look for those. I have not been out there in so long. It's beautiful, but crowded. When I leave NYC, I prefer to be away from crowds. If I avoid the villages, especially on weekends, it might be okay.
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05.20.12, 08:04 PM
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It's wonderful if you have a great house with pool, use Freshdirect to deliver everything you need, and stay at your home. If you want to gout for lunch/dinner then you better love the traffic!
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05.20.12, 08:03 PM
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OP here, this is true. I didn't get many details about the house, will hope it has a pool for dc, and Fresh Direct is a great idea. Thanks.
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05.20.12, 08:06 PM
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Just plan to be by the house-and like pp said-Fresh Direct. Especially if it has a pool it will be fabulous. I can't stand my MIL-but if she rented a house in the Hamptons and wanted us to come out I'd be there in a NY minute!
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05.20.12, 08:06 PM
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My MIL rented a house in Boca. Getting there and back will be easier.
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05.20.12, 08:13 PM
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Probably true. I didn't get the Boca offer though, only Southampton!
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05.20.12, 08:16 PM
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Well have fun with it.
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05.20.12, 08:24 PM
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Yes, and if you want to get there and back home again you had better like traffic too.
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05.20.12, 08:08 PM
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do the helicopter
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05.20.12, 08:11 PM
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Yes, I figure I'll stay put for awhile and drive back and forth in very off hours. Hate the traffic even more than the crowds.
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05.20.12, 08:11 PM
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What otherwise do? What would be better?
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05.20.12, 08:29 PM
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If you time your drive you will not hit traffic - ie go after 7pm or before 9am, use theHOV lane... Tons of quiet beaches, you prob have a pool and BBQ, kids will love the vegetable stands and farmers mrkets, Che k out the children's museum of the east end, stroll around the wharf in sag harbor,buy some corn from a stand, some fresh seafood , go for ice cream andMexican, see a play at Guid hall or bay St Theatre, visit art galleries all over, visit antiques hops, Parish Art Museum, see a polo match or horse show, goat on a boat puppet theatre, free librarystorytimes, fresh air, no smog... That's off the top of my head. Just skip the overpriced and overcrowded trendy restaurants at night and orderfreshdire t.
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05.20.12, 10:09 PM
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We,eave thursdaynight after dinner and head back to ny on on mornings... No traffic, hov lane, 2.25 hrs.
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05.20.12, 11:27 PM
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Nothing anoutgoingto a free vacation home with in-laws that want to see your kids needs to be stressful unless you are a total pita about it. Just drive at night orderly am, enjoy the beaches, fresh air,BBQ,family and chill it and say thank you. There is a reason hat summer rentals ae expensive... Everyone is not crazy, itsexpensivebc it's a great getaway from ny!
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05.20.12, 11:31 PM
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No, pure hell. Stay in the city.
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05.21.12, 04:28 AM
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What town? IT does make a difference. As far as getting out and back, if you don't go during peak times it is not horrible. I don't love it out there but I have family there so I have to make the trek....
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05.21.12, 04:36 AM
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These people are crazy. It's one of the most beautiful places on earth. The beaches are great, tons of kids and you can avoid the traffic by staying in your town, riding bikes, etc... if you don't go I'll take my dc's and go.
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05.21.12, 05:10 AM
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One of the most beautiful places on earth? I guess if the only places you've seen are there and NYC...
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05.21.12, 05:28 AM
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You know what I mean. She is a new mom with newborns and has the opportunity to get out of NYC for free. I hardly think New Zealand or Bora Bora are Summer options for her. Can people on this board try, try, try to be civil and nice.
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05.21.12, 05:47 AM
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the beaches in east hampton usually appear on the list of best beaches in the US: http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2011/06/pictures/110603-best-beaches-2011-summer-travel-dr-beach/#/best-beaches-2011-main-beach_36207_600x450.jpg. Lots to hate out there, but one reason it stays popular is natural beauty.
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05.21.12, 07:14 AM
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