Audiophile Vacations


Hey Folks,

I was prodded to think about this based on the number of posters that have trouble finding the gear they want to hear/demo in their area.

What do you do when on vacation?  For me I always add a few things into my trips to other cities/areas.  (1) Search out the best Vinyl stores (new & used).  I like to support Brick & Mortar.  (2) Look for the best liquor stores to see if I have find some bourbons not available around my area; and (3) Visit the best Audio Showrooms in town.  

By doing #3 I get to see many pieces of equipment that I never get exposed to in my area.  Why is it some brands have only 2-3 dealers in the continental use [don't answer that].  I'll admit to planning some trips to areas that have dealers that demo certain brands.  What else are you going to do if you want to demo Basis Audio Turntables, or Borreson Speakers?

Let's not forget our "vacations" to audio shows (Axpona, Capitol Audio Show, Rocky Mtn, etc.)

I'm sure I am not alone here.  What were some of your favorite Audiophile vacations.

Happy Travels, again!
pgaulke60
I'm taking one this coming August. Krissy is coming from NH, Rick from TX, and who knows maybe a few more will join us? We have a slew of stuff to try, and my Blackhawk should be here by then, plus whatever else might just magically appear. 
Going to an island for vacations record and audio stores is the last thing i would think of.
Some music to carry and i am happy.

I'm with petg60.  No hifi shops on the island. 
The bourbon is in KY and I finished booze a while back. 
I take music with everywhere.
Happy is a fine destination.
I make my audio trips either a one day trip or fit it in business trip. Vacations are for the South Pacific or the Caribbean.
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