Niagara Falls NY suggestions

[MarzNC]

The real ID is going to be required for domestic flights very soon if it’s not already. The Enhanced ID drivers license is the one that is more expensive and lets you travel to Canada, Mexico and a few others without a passport (Once the borders are reopened that is)

Ah, had never heard of the Enhanced ID living in North Carolina. Probably because there is no shared border with Canada. Plus I have always had a passport. Looks like the only states with that type of Enhanced ID are Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont and Washington State.

Comparison for NY: standard, Real ID, Enhanced ID ($30 extra)

Enhanced or REAL ID | NY DMV

On May 7, 2025, your license, permit or ID will need to be REAL ID-compliant for you to use it to board a domestic flight.

dmv.ny.gov

 

[jasonwx]

everyone will need the new license or a passport to get on a domestic flight

 

[MarzNC]

everyone will need the new license or a passport to get on a domestic flight

The last extension was this March when it was pushed from Oct. 1, 2020 to Oct. 1, 2021. Can't remember how many times it's been extended since the law was passed in 2005 as a reaction to 9/11. Most states have been in compliance for about four years. Meaning they had systems in place to issue a Real ID and keep scans of the required documentation. Looks like NJ, OR, and OK were the last to get set up. NY was done in 2018 and all of New England finished up in 2019.

Travelers get a break: REAL ID deadline extended to Oct. 1, 2021, due to coronavirus

The new deadline for travelers to get a Real ID cards will be Oct. 1, 2021, a year from the current deadline.

www.usatoday.com

All US States Now Compliant Ahead of REAL ID Deadline | Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS or the Department) is announcing that after more than 15 years since Congress passed the REAL ID Act, all 50 states are now in full compliance issuing these cards, with most states becoming compliant in the last four years.

www.dhs.gov

 

[ScottySkis]

I know I figure way to stay with in 2 hours of here for vacation just don't know what from Middletown NY
Any suggestions

 

[Harvey]

I know I figure way to stay with in 2 hours of here for vacation just don't know what from Middletown NY
Any suggestions

So Nigeria is out?

 

[ScottySkis]

Ye

So Nigeria is out?

Yes to 5 hours from Middletown unfortunately

I might stay here

Modern Hotel in Hudson Valley | Bed and Breakfast Hotel New York | Minnewaska Lodge

Come stay, relax and explore at Minnewaska Lodge in the greater Hudson Valley. Only 90 minutes from New York City, the Minnewaska Lodge offers a restorative escape from the bustle of everyday life.

www.minnewaskalodge.com

I might stay here on my vacation next month let me know if u can come i would pay for hotel

 

[MarzNC]

I know I figure way to stay with in 2 hours of here for vacation just don't know what from Middletown NY
Any suggestions

Have you ever been to Jim Thorpe, PA? A friend who lives in Philly likes to go there for day trips with her husband. Easy hiking or biking. Cute town. Can do bike rides based on a 1-way train ride. I think she may have done SUP on a lake in the area too, but not sure about that.

 

[ScottySkis]

Have you ever been to Jim Thorpe, PA? A friend who lives in Philly likes to go there for day trips with her husband. Easy hiking or biking. Cute town. Can do bike rides based on a 1-way train ride. I think she may have done SUP on a lake in the area too, but not sure about that.

No car anymore
Thanks for suggestions
Definitely close to Middletown ny is Shawgunk mountain here no more than 24. Miles from Middletown

 

[ScottySkis]

Rooms

www.minnewaskalodge.com

Awesome rooms here for sure
My aunt knows I going She ok with that in few weeks

 

[jasonwx]

So Nigeria is out?

I hear Lagos is nice this time of year..LOL