how much you want to spend?
if you want a real nice one, get a Lumix LX7 ($298), if you want a super nice one, like damn near DSLR quality pics you can go for the cream of the crop (for now) with a sony DSC-RX100.
I've been lugging around a canon 7d, but honestly I think I'm going to go the same route as you and just buy a nice point and shoot and get just as good shots without the bulk and weight.