{"id":64105,"date":"2017-08-28T12:05:43","date_gmt":"2017-08-28T17:05:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=64105"},"modified":"2018-02-22T16:34:36","modified_gmt":"2018-02-22T22:34:36","slug":"9-best-places-for-a-perfect-picnic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/9-best-places-for-a-perfect-picnic\/","title":{"rendered":"9 best places for a perfect picnic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"Body\">It seems that there\u2019s a &#8220;national day&#8221; for everything, and why not? It\u2019s fun to celebrate tacos, dogs and happiness. (There&#8217;s even a holiday in honor of fighting procrastination, but we&#8217;ll get to that later). One such holiday includes eating outside while the weather\u2019s nice\u2014like now! In honor of National Eat Outdoors Day happening August 31, we thought we\u2019d take a look at some spots across the U.S. and in Canada to grab a bite, throw down a blanket and nosh under the sky.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Body\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/7-reasons-why-aircraft-type-matters-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ALSO<\/strong>: 7 reasons why aircraft type matters\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/images1.newscred.com\/Zz0xYWQyZjVjY2Q5ZDE2YmYyZWUxMWJjZDViMDlkYjc0NA==\" alt=\"picnic by water.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Eastern Promenade: Portland, ME<br \/>\n<\/strong>During season, which is pretty much late-spring into early-fall, downtown <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Portland-Hotels.d181420.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Portland<\/a> is a hive of business people going about their daily activities and visitors exploring the inviting shops and restaurants. If it\u2019s lunch or snack time, stop by <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.eventideoysterco.com\">Eventide Oyster Co<\/a>.<\/strong> for a brown butter lobster roll, peekytoe crab roll, or, for landlubbers, a house pastrami bun, and make your way to Eastern Promenade, designed in 1905 by the Olmsted Brothers, who also created New York\u2019s Central Park and Boston Commons. With lunch in hand, find an empty bench underneath a tree along the promenade, or spread a blanket and take in the harbor views.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images3.newscred.com\/Zz1kOTM3N2UxNzI3NTJjYTg4ZGRiYjBmYzBlODcwZjhhYQ==\" alt=\"Niagara Falls State Park.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Niagara Falls State Park: Niagara Falls, NY<br \/>\n<\/strong>Once again, landscape architect Frederick Law Olmstead plays a role in where to go for <em>al fresco<\/em> fun; he was instrumental in persuading the State of New York to make Goat Island and its surrounding environs a public park. Before heading out to the park, stop by <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/powercityeatery.com\">Power City Eatery<\/a><\/strong> for a taste of Long Island in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Niagara-Falls-Hotels.d602721.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Niagara<\/a>. Grab a pastrami on rye or create your own \u2018wich and find a spot in one of the picnic areas of America\u2019s oldest state park featuring spectacular views\u2014and sounds\u2014of the thundering falls.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images4.newscred.com\/Zz1iYWZjODQ2ZTNkZTJkMjk2MWJhZTg0MjkwZTQ0YWIzZg==\" alt=\"thecausewaykid-image-1486269074839.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"628\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Dinette Triple Crown | Photo courtesy of the @thecausewaykid<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Parc de la Petite-Italie:\u00a0<strong>Montr<\/strong><strong>\u00e9<\/strong><strong>al, Canada<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>This Lilliputian and leafy patch of green space epitomizes the phrase \u201cgood things come in small packages.\u201d Miles (or should we say kilometers?) away from the construction noise and selfie-stick wielding tourists of downtown <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Montreal-Hotels.d178288.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Montreal<\/a>, this neighborhood gem on the fringes of Little Italy screams picnic in the park. That might be why nearby <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dinettetriplecrown.com\">Dinette Triple Crown<\/a><\/strong>, a cozy and self-consciously cool take out restaurant, neatly packs heaping portions of Kentucky-style barbecue, hushpuppies and unreal mac \u2018n\u2019 cheese into a picture-perfect picnic basket for dining <em>al fresco<\/em> (just be sure to return it to the restaurant when you\u2019re done!).<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.newscred.com\/Zz01NGYwYjYxOTE3MDczYzBmM2E4OTg0OWNhMzAxOGZjMQ==\" alt=\"Pritzker Pavilion.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Jay Pritzker Pavilion: Chicago, IL<br \/>\n<\/strong>When the weather\u2019s nice in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Chicago-Hotels.d178248.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicago<\/a>, it\u2019s time to get outside\u2014just ask any Chicagoan! And when there\u2019s an event happening at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in the 24.5-acre Millennium Park in the heart of the city, it\u2019s time to grab a picnic and enjoy the show. It\u2019s BYOP, or build your own picnic, at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pastoralartisan.com\">Pastoral<\/a>, where you choose bites that best suit your appetite. Pick from a savory selection of cheeses and charcuterie, and a bottle (or two!) of your favorite wine to enjoy under the stars.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/orbitz.com\/rewards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ALSO<\/strong>: Want to travel for less? Earning Orbucks is a smart way to have your picnic and eat it too!<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/images3.newscred.com\/Zz1hMTg4ZjEyMGQxMmUwZWUxZWNkOTZjNzljMzc0MzFjNg==\" alt=\"Mallory Square.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Mallory Square, Key West, FL<br \/>\n<\/strong>Sunsets are cause for celebration in Key West, an island paradise known for its festive spirit. One of the most popular spots to watch the golden orb melt into the turquoise waters (and hopefully glimpse that elusive green flash), is Mallory Square, which quickly fills with revelers at sunset. Before you stake out your spot, stop by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kwsandyscafe.com\">Sandy\u2019s Cafe<\/a>, home of the \u201cOriginal Cuban Sandwich.\u201d If time escapes you, which it easily does in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Key-West-Key-West-Hotels.0-n6062965-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Keys<\/a>, don\u2019t fret: Sandy\u2019s is open \u2019til midnight most nights, and 24 hours on weekends.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.newscred.com\/Zz1mODQzYWQ5NTUzZDU4ZmU0YzEzYzAxOWY0MzAzMmIzZA==\" alt=\"flati irons.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>The Flatirons: Boulder, CO<br \/>\n<\/strong>It\u2019s nearly impossible to be anywhere in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Boulder-Hotels.d6051762.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Boulder<\/a> and not catch site of the Flatirons. After all, decades ago an ordinance was passed that no one could build so high as to obstruct views of this natural phenomenon. The area is ripe with hiking trails and picnicking spots; one favorite is a meadow found along the Mesa Trail. Throw down a blanket and refuel with a couple of the \u201cWorld\u2019s Finest Toasted Sandwiches\u201d from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.eatsnarfs.com\/locations\/downtown-boulder\">Snarf\u2019s<\/a> (Gesundheit! Just kidding!). Considered one of the best sandwich spots in all of Colorado, Snarf\u2019s flagship shop is right in downtown Boulder. Try the Italian or artichoke and feta to satiate both carnivorous and vegetarian appetites.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/images1.newscred.com\/Zz1iOTZiMDllMmMzZWRkYzk5MDE3M2VlMzk0YzUzMzU5OA==\" alt=\"Telegraph Hill.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"413\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Jack Early Park: San Francisco, CA<br \/>\n<\/strong>In 1962, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/San-Francisco-Hotels.d178305.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">San Francisco<\/a> resident Jack E. Early set out to create \u201ca spot of beauty\u201d on one side of Telegraph Hill, and that he did. Today, the tiny park, which is perfectly sized for just the two of you, offers unparalleled views of the Golden Gate and Bay bridges, as well as Fisherman\u2019s Wharf and, of course, the San Francisco Bay. Grab a sandwich from famed North Beach deli <a href=\"http:\/\/www.molinarisalame.com\">Molinari\u2019s<\/a> and hike up the 60-plus steps to the intimate park, where you\u2019ll truly feel the world is at your feet.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/images1.newscred.com\/Zz00ZTlmMGM0ZDNjNWVkOWU5NWMxOGE2ODIzNDFhOTU3NA==\" alt=\"banff national park.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Banff National Park: Banff, Canada<br \/>\n<\/strong>Within a short time after arriving in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.d602291.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Banff National Park<\/a> for the first time, you might be asking yourselves, \u201cHow do we move here?\u201d The views and vibe in Banff National Park are just that spectacular, and it\u2019s easy to imagine settling there. After enjoying some breakfast goodies at <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildflourbakery.ca\">Wild Flour<\/a><\/strong>, order sandwiches to go and follow the road out of town and to the Bow Falls trail that runs alongside the Bow River. Along the way, find a quiet spot and bite into your lunchtime eats surrounded by the beauty of Mother Nature.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.newscred.com\/Zz1mNDdjOGQ5MDU1ZjBmNmNmYzgzYTU2ZmU1NmNlY2NlZA==\" alt=\"Lahaina.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\"><strong>Downtown Lahaina: Maui, HI<br \/>\n<\/strong>Who says a nosh has to be a meal? When in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Maui-Hotels.d180073.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maui<\/a>, meal supplements are oftentimes shave ice, at least in our book. Our personal favorite is <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ululanishawaiianshaveice.com\">Ululani\u2019s Hawaiian Shave Ice<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0Choose you favorite flavor, then opt for the macadamia nut ice cream on the bottom, and sprinkle Li Hing Mui on top to add a bit of tart to offset the sweet fruit flavors. Next, find a spot along the break wall on Front Street in downtown Lahaina and watch the sunset over the neighboring island of Lanai, while keeping one eye on some fun people watching.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Default\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/freeflightfriday\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images2.newscred.com\/Zz0zOTliNDMxZjE0NzhmMWMzZWE1YjcyMjE4NDYxZDEwNQ==\" alt=\"FFF blog banner.jpg\" width=\"848\" height=\"141.33333333333334\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"nc_pixel\" src=\"https:\/\/pixel.newscred.com\/px.gif?key=YXJ0aWNsZT1jZjU5ZGE3ZGRjZGRjMTgxZjZlYTExZDQ2YWVmYzU5MQ==\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It seems that there\u2019s a &#8220;national day&#8221; for everything, and why not? It\u2019s fun to celebrate tacos, dogs and happiness. 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