not sure if your looking for a little laid back, but how about the new england area?
I am in CT,,we have two BIG casinos that are very close to Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, also close to RI's William Rogers Zoo..spend a few days then head north up to MA, VT, NH,,in MA there is the Boston Aquarium, and Boston Market, (huge place to buy all kinds of neat things).
just a suggestion
I am in CT,,we have two BIG casinos that are very close to Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, also close to RI's William Rogers Zoo..spend a few days then head north up to MA, VT, NH,,in MA there is the Boston Aquarium, and Boston Market, (huge place to buy all kinds of neat things).
just a suggestion