What should I Expect in Thanksgiving Vacation Getaway with Loved Ones

Thanksgiving may be the season for sharinggratitude, but it’s difficult to feel grateful when you remember the normal hassles accompanying this holiday. Cooking is the biggest dilemma and in most cases, it frustratingly falls on just one or two women’s shoulders to prepare a huge feast for the entire family. And then there’s the matter of readying the house to accommodate all visiting friends and loved ones.

Spend Thanksgiving Away from Home

If you want a headache-free weekend this Thanksgiving, treat yourself and everyone else to a relaxing weekend escape for the holiday. Perhaps an all inclusive Hawaii vacation.  Here are a few vacation deals to give you an idea of what to look for.

Bolton, Landing, New York: The Sagamore

This Lake George establishment has a variety of special holiday deals to offer. Expect to pay at least $349 but this also comes with breakfast and, of course, holiday dinner. Children below 18 may stay in your room without extra charge and those with three-night bookings can negotiate for an extra night for free.

Crested Butte, Connecticut: Resort Quest

Dial the number for Resort Quest, ask for the Crested Butte Thanksgiving Package, and families of four will pay less than $800 to ski their way to their two-bedroom condo and make use of lift tickets for three wonderful days. But first you have to pray that snow comes early!

Florida: Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and Amelia Island

Families of four won’t have to spend more than $180 when they arrive
at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The 2,400-acre establishment promises a comfortable night’s stay in a 2-bedroom condo and endless entertainment for all the family with their kid zone, boogie boarding, kayaking, a personal visit from Santa, and many other family-centered activities. In Amelia Island, you’ll just have to pay $50 for a one-night stay and the opportunity to pretend that Thanksgiving took place in summer while you sail off in a chartered boat or play tennis or volley ball under the warm Florida sun.

New York: Regency Hotel

A suite good for six to eight persons can go as low as $539. Dinner at the hotel is priced at $49 with a 50% discount for children but you can always have the hotel serve your Thanksgiving meal for you and nineteen other guests in your suite. Don’t miss the chance to watch Macy’s annual Thanksgiving Day parade.

Orlando, Florida: Walt Disney World

Magic is floating in the air once you stepped inside the Walt Disney World. Suites are quite comfortable, starting at just $39 but you should also consider taking advantage of packages that include discounted theme park tickets. To celebrate in the tradition of Thanksgiving, watch out for holiday fireworks and parades - but don't miss the tree-lighting ceremony held every evening.

Puerto Rico: Wyndham El Conquistador Resort

Since there’s no laws that say Thanksgiving has to be experienced in winter cold, why not fly off to this Puerto Rican resort? For a little less than $200 per night, you can discover the resort’s ongoing Family Getaway By Request promotion. The special deal also includes a 50% discount if you book another room for your kids, two-for-one spa, complimentary children's camp, and many other privileges. The promotion also waives payment for your fourth night stay and kids younger than 12 years old can get meals for free.