I really don't vacation much out of a couple state area. I rerally don't want to spend my money on it as I am content in my home and spend that money on guns and toys. I don't think I am missing anything.
I think gun laws are an excellent barometer for a state in other areas of freedom like over taxation, spending, nanny state regulations, etc. I do try to not patronize those states, but it is difficult.
That is exactly true, NJ for instance has some of the highest taxes in the country and as far as nanny state-ness goes well... there are seveal things that are illegal that I believe are unique to states like us..such as.
Fireworks
BB guns
Unbelted pet in your vehicle
riding without a helmet.
slingshots
Pump your own gasoline
Carrying a pocketknife
Smoking inside anywhere..even a bar
If I had a choice I wouldn't but I have to. 3 years ago I had a bone marrow transplant and last year I found out who my donor was. He lives in Germany and for Christmas he and his wife are flying to----------Chicago----------on Christmas Day to see us. Have to leave my P229 home for that trip.