What should I Expect in Thanksgiving Vacation Getaway with Friends
Holidays may be the season for sharinggratitude, 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 unfairly 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 headache-free weekend this Thanksgiving, treat yourself and everyone else to a relaxing weekend escape for the holiday. Perhaps an Hawaii vacation package. 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 weekend deals to offer. Expect to pay at least $349 but this already comes with breakfast and, of course, holiday dinner. Children below 18 may stay in your suite without extra cost 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 Holiday Package, and families of four will pay about $800 to ski their way to their two-bedroom condo 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
Families 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 relaxing night’s stay in a 2-bedroom condo and endless entertainment for all the family with their kid zone, boogie boarding, kayaking, a visit from St. Nick, and many other family-centered activities. In Amelia Island, you’ll just have to fork over $50 for a one-night stay and the opportunity to pretend that Thanksgiving took place in summer while you sail off in a rented boat or play tennis or volley ball under the beautiful Florida sun.
New York: Regency Hotel
A condo good for six to eight people 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 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 taking advantage of packages that include discounted theme park passes. To celebrate in the tradition 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
Since there’s no rules that say Thanksgiving has to be spent in winter wonderland, 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 package also includes a 50% discount if you book another room for your kids, two-for-one spa, complimentary kids’ camp, and many other features. The promo also waives payment for your fourth night stay and children below 12 years old can get meals for free.
