What To Expect In Thanksgiving Vacation With Friends
Holidays may be the season for expressing dreams, but it’s difficult to feel grateful when you remember the usual 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 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 Holiday Season, treat yourself and everyone else to a relaxing weekend getaway for the holiday. Perhaps an discounted 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 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, Thanksgiving 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
Call the number for Resort Quest, request the Crested Butte Holiday Package, and families of four will pay less than $800 to ski their way to their two-bedroom condo and make use of lift passes for three fantastic 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 establishment promises a relaxing night’s stay in a 2-bedroom condo and endless fun for all the family with their kid zone, boogie snow boarding, kayaking, a 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 golf under the warm Florida sun.
New York: Regency Hotel
A suite good for six to eight people 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 miss the chance to watch Macy’s annual Thanksgiving Day parade.
Orlando, Florida: Walt Disney World
Magic is floating in the air once you arrive 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 spirit 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
As there’s no laws that say Thanksgiving has to be spent in winter cold, 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 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 features. The promotion also waives payment for your fourth night and children younger than 12 years old can enjoy meals for free.