robbalvey Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 You must have never flown in or out of Long Beach (LGB). The thing about LGB is that it's not trying to be a major international airport. It's just "Long Beach." That's like trying to compare MLB to MCO. As far as major international big city airports go, LAX is most certainly up at the top of the worst in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mummyjohn Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 While my Disney World vacation was no doubt one of the most fun things I've ever done, I was born an LA man and I will be for life. This city is just too bloody cool! As for parks, Magic Mountain is unrivaled, and Disneyland...well, it is The Happiest Place on Earth. There's just no beating an original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbottgen Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 The thing about LGB is that it's not trying to be a major international airport. It's just "Long Beach." That's like trying to compare MLB to MCO. As far as major international big city airports go, LAX is most certainly up at the top of the worst in the world. I agree LAX sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterLonely Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 If I had not yet visited one or the other, I would have picked SoCal. Knott's is a great park, and the sheer number of world-class coasters at Magic Mountain would win me over. BUT, seeing as I've already been to SoCal many times, and not yet visited Central Florida, I'd have to go to Florida, just for some new experiences. Also, Manta! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chroniq Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 (edited) You must have never flown in or out of Long Beach (LGB). I have to say LGB kind of sucks too.. The last time i flew into there was 2011 via jet blue but if things are still the same, half of the airport is "portable terminals" (imagine those portable classrooms they add to schools and then add in a bus and an additional 10 minutes of travel time to get to your terminal which will then have minimal concessions).. MCO beats LAX and LGB all day. I've yet to go to a California airport that I've enjoyed. Edited October 28, 2013 by Chroniq Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marita714 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Central Florida Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldJJman Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 MCO> ANY SoCal airport!! You must have never flown in or out of Long Beach (LGB). I have a few times. Not a big fan. My preference for this area would be Ontario (ONT), but since it's owned by LAX, and their insisting on screwing it up over the last 10yrs, I'll stick with Orange County (SNA). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejet Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 So Cal. Many other things to see and do besides the parks, but they are great as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeAndre Honaker Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I am choosing Central Florida because I don't know where SoCal is located. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy T. Koepp Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 You must have never flown in or out of Long Beach (LGB). I have to say LGB kind of sucks too.. The last time i flew into there was 2011 via jet blue but if things are still the same, half of the airport is "portable terminals" (imagine those portable classrooms they add to schools and then add in a bus and an additional 10 minutes of travel time to get to your terminal which will then have minimal concessions).. MCO beats LAX and LGB all day. I've yet to go to a California airport that I've enjoyed. Bob Hope Airport in Burbank. (BUR) Still doesn't make it a good reason to go over Floruba, but if'n ya have ta, and you can actually make it happen. Bob Hope is the one to go to. I make the trip roughly every 2 to 3 weeks and I always fly into BUR. They also have the greatest breakfast sandwiches there as well. Two more reasons to wake up tomorrow. I'm heading home. And I will be flying out of Bob Hope! Bring on the sausage breakfast sandwich. I can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Thrill Dragster Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Theme park wise, central Florida wins. Really, its no contest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 I am choosing Central Florida because I don't know where SoCal is located. Are you serious? You don't know where Southern California is located? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ernierocker Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Central Florida Haven't been to SoCal in over 15 years and I would still choose Orlando every time for my next vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UberBeavis Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 For parks, definitely Central Florida - give me Busch Gardens for coasters, EPCOT for booze and beautiful locations, and I'm all set. I'm with Guy for airports in California, though - Bob Hope is awesome - I can take a train to/from my house there, and I've never waited more than about 10 minutes at baggage claim on the way back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intaman Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I will go with Central Florida. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scubaski Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 That's an easy one. Central Florida of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 I'm honestly surprised it's so weighted on Central Florida. I know we have a lot of DIE HARD Disneyland/SFMM/KBF fans and I'm surprised that they either aren't speaking up, or deep down they'd rather be in Orlando! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy T. Koepp Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 ^(cough) PUSSIES! (cough) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soldier148 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Central Florida hands down. Even though the one time I was in SoCal was great (it was for business reasons, so no parks) I'd rather have a nice long vacation down in the middle of all those great parks. One day I'll get back out to SoCal, but not any time soon unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richtrav Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 If it's summer SoCal, the rest of the year FL hands down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simaticable Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I have to say Central Florida. I've been to all the Disney parks there and BGT. I loved the times I had there and was never complaining. I may enjoy the West Coast if I ever get there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire2box Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Well since I live in California (northern) I would pick Florida. Though I would need two full days or more to see everything Disney World has to offer, the park('s) just sound massive to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvbobn Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 No question, I prefer Central Florida including Tampa! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phelpcol Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Living in Australia I can make an unbiased opinion on this and I say it is a draw. I have visited each region many times while travelling for business and pleasure and I cannot split them. I love the Disney experience in Florida, especially seeing as I have always stayed in a Disney resort. IOA is assume and love Universal Studio's theme park atmosphere. But SoCal I really love Universal's park there because I think it encapsulates the movie feel much better than Florida's version. Add in SFMM, Knotts and a better SeaWorld in SD. So in an ideal world when I make my next trip to one of these areas I would be going to both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geauga Dog Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 It's not fair to answer this since I haven't been to Florida yet but I pick SoCal. Yeah, Magic Mountain isn't all that great despite having a few decent coasters but Knott's was pretty good and Disneyland was an amazing experience back in 2001. Plus I'll take mountains and palm trees over the topography in this part of the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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