What should I Expect in Holiday Vacation Getaway with Friends
Holidays may be the season for expressingdreams, 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 budget Hawaiian 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 facility has a variety of special getaway packages 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 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 Thanksgiving Package, and families of four will pay about $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 get to the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The 2,400-acre establishment promises a comfortable night’s stay in a 2-bedroom suite and endless fun for all the family with their teen zone, boogie snow boarding, kayaking, a personal visit from St. Nick, 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 rented boat or play racket ball or volley ball under the warm Florida sun.
New York: Regency Hotel
A suite 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 kids 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 traditional Thanksgiving Day parade.
Orlando, Florida: Walt Disney World
Magic is floating in the air once you stepped inside the Walt Disney World. Rooms are quite affordable, starting at just $39 but you should also consider taking advantage of packages that include discounted theme park tickets. To celebrate in the spirit of Thanksgiving, observe 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 spent in winter wonderland, why not fly off to a 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 deal also comes with a 50% discount if you book another room for your kids, two-for-one spa, complimentary kids’ camp, and many other privileges. The promo also waives payment for your fourth night and children younger than 12 years old can enjoy meals for free.
