Best Places to Go on Vacation During Thanksgiving

What better place to take the whole family for Thanksgiving than the happiest place on earth? It’s the perfect place to make some holiday memories. The park is open during it’s normal hours, so you don’t have to worry about jamming everything in to a shortened day. And the park is already decorated for Christmas, so you can start to get into the holiday spirit with some of your favorite Disney characters. Just keep in mind that since Thanksgiving weekend is a school vacation for most kids, the park can be a little busier than normal, so plan accordingly. Get deals on Disney World hotels here.

When you think of Thanksgiving and family, you probably don’t think of Vegas. Neither do many others, which makes Thanksgiving weekend a perfect time to visit. Vegas hotels offer great deals during Thanksgiving, and many of the restaurants offer traditional Thanksgiving fare if you are in the mood for some turkey and stuffing. One of the most popular things to do in Vegas during the holiday is hit the Thanksgiving day buffet, but get in line early if you don’t want to wait several hours to eat. Get great deals on Las Vegas here

If you are looking for a little warmth with your Thanksgiving, take a trip down south for the holiday. If you are on the east coast, you can hit up Cancun for an amenity-laden trip, or travel farther south to Tulum for a quiet, relaxing and rustic beach vacation. If you are on the west coast, check out Cabo San Lucas for a more upscale beach vacation, or if you are trying to save a little cash, check out Puerto Vallarta, which can be less costly but offers the same climate and similar beach experience. Get great deals on Mexico here.

If you want to avoid Thanksgiving but are still in the holiday spirit, London is a great place to visit. They have a history of going all out when it comes to the holidays and around Thanksgiving time is when things start to ramp up for Christmas. The Winter Wonderland at Hyde Park will just be opening, and you and the family can enjoy the food, the rides and the festivities in preparation for Christmas. Or you can go ice skating at the ice rink next to the Tower of London to get a real touristy, holiday feel. With all the holiday events going on in London, you and the family are sure to get into the holiday spirit. Get great deals on London hotels here.

If you still want to participate in the gluttony of Thanksgiving without doing all the cooking, an all-inclusive cruise might be the best way to go. Most cruises offer all-day dining, and many cruise lines will offer a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for you and your family. You can also have a relaxing vacation where you don’t have to deal with all the stress that comes with the holidays at home. Go to the spa. Go dancing at the nightclubs. Or just relax by the pool. Book a family cruise to let the whole family in on the fun. Cruises are a great way to truly feel like you are on a secluded getaway. Check out some great last-minute cruise deals here.