What Should I Expect In Thanksgiving Vacation Escape With Loved Ones

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

Spend Thanksgiving Away from Home

If you want a hassle-free weekend this Thanksgiving, treat yourself and everyone else to a relaxing weekend escape for the holiday. Perhaps an Hawaii vacations. 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 facility has a variety of special getaway 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 stay for an extra night for free.

Crested Butte, Connecticut: Resort Quest

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

Florida: Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and Amelia Island

Groups of four won’t have to spend more than $180 when they get to the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The 2,400-acre facility promises a comfortable night’s stay in a 2-bedroom suite and endless fun 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 fork over $50 for a one-night stay and the privilege to pretend that Thanksgiving took place in summer while you sail off in a rented boat or play racket ball or volley ball under the beautiful 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 dinner for you and nineteen other guests in your suite. Don’t forget to watch Macy’s annual Thanksgiving Day parade.

Orlando, Florida: Walt Disney World

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

Puerto Rico: Wyndham El Conquistador Resort

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