What to Expect in Thanksgiving Vacation with Family

November 9th, 2008 Posted in Travel and Leisure

Holidays may be the season for sharingdreams, but it’s difficult to feel grateful when you remember the normal frustrations accompanying this holiday. Cooking is the largest 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 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 getaway 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 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 cost and those with three-night bookings can stay for an extra night for free.

Crested Butte, Connecticut: Resort Quest

Call the number for Resort Quest, ask for the Crested Butte Holiday Package, and families of four will pay less than $800 to ski their way to their two-bedroom suite 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 facility promises a relaxing night’s stay in a 2-bedroom suite and endless entertainment for all the family with their kid zone, boogie snow 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 visit and the privilege to pretend that Thanksgiving took place in warm weather while you sail off in a chartered boat or play tennis 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. Evening meal 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 miss the chance to watch Macy’s traditional Thanksgiving Day parade.

Orlando, Florida: Walt Disney World

Magic is always in the air once you arrive 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 tickets. To celebrate in the spirit of Thanksgiving, watch out for holiday fireworks and parades as well as the tree-lighting ceremony held every night.

Puerto Rico: Wyndham El Conquistador Resort

As 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 lot less than $200 per night, you can experience the resort’s ongoing Family Getaway By Request promo. The special package also comes with a 50% discount if you book another 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 stay and kids below 12 years old can get meals for free.