Thanksgiving in the US is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November, and is a big occasion for family get-togethers: legions of people fly home that weekend to be with their families. (Canadian Thanksgiving, in contrast, is in early October and is much more low-key.)
Thanksgiving in the US also marks the start of the "Holiday Season" that continues to New Year's: Christmas decorations, for example, are up at Disney World for Thanksgiving weekend, and many resorts stage an appearance by Santa as part of their Thanksgiving weekend festivities.
New Hampshire: Dana Place Inn, Jackson NH In the White Mountains, Traditional Thanksgiving Package includes full country breakfasts, afternoon tea with hot mulled cider, Traditional Thanksgiving Afternoon dinner; dinner by candelight on other evenings; box lunch for day of sightseeing. Dana Place Inn -- built in the 1890's-- has family suites; no charge for children in room with parents, just a small food charge based on age and plan.
Pennsylvania: Woodloch Pines Resort: another top Pennsylvania resort for families; Thanksgiving package includes meals and special activities (Thanksgiving arts and crafts, holiday games, nighttime entertainment, scavenger hunts) in addition to regular daily activities.
Christmas trees and decorations go up on Thanksgiving weekend.
Florida: Amelia Island Amelia Island, in northeast Florida has historic town and fort, nature tours, and resorts that celebrate Thanksgiving big-time.
At the Amelia Island Ritz-Carlton, Thanksgiving Package typically includes Annual Christmas Tree Lighting & Dinner, with surprise visit from Santa; Thanksgiving Day Feast; official arrival of Santa by horse-drawn carriage, Children's Story Book Tea, Santa tuck-ins, giant Gingerbread House. See the Ritz-Carlton site, or call 904-277-1100.
Amelia Island Plantation: 1350 acres, with beach, marshlands, nature center; Thanksgiving Weekend includes Grand Buffet, Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest, Holiday Bingo, family crafts, Just for Kids dinner party, Holiday Light Celebration and more.
Florida: Club Med Sandpiper
A terrific resort for families! A rare all-inclusive in the US, with outstanding programs for kids including babies, several unique features, and located just two hours southwest of Orlando-- read a review of Club Med Sandpiper. At Thanksgiving, expect special celebrations such as comedy shows under the circus tent, a super-sized Mini Club Med show, Grand Buffet and special show .
Florida & California: Thanksgiving at Disney Theme Parks Thanksgiving is a popular time to visit Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Yes, the parks are extremely crowded, but they're beautifully decorated and stay open late, often until midnight; also you can see special shows and parades. Hint: if you're not restricted to travel during school holidays, the period between Thanksgiving and Christmas is one of the best times to visit Disney Parks.
Florida round-up - Thanksgiving - About's Guide for Florida for Visitors lists festivities at resorts, Disney parks, Cypress Gardens, town festivals, and more.
Orlando Christmas Parade: This parade in downtown Orlando is on Saturday Nov. 24 2007, and has grown to be the largest nationally-televised parade in the southeast.
Washington DC Head to DC for a weekend of memorable sightseeing plus special events: Joffrey Ballet's Nutcracker, Cirque de Soleil, Mount Vernon by Candlelight... About's Guide for DC for visitors suggest what to see, where to stay, and where to feast.
West Virginia: Gillum House B&B, Shinnston, WV Traditional Thanksgiving feast -- with turkey and venison roast-- served by the innkeepers in 18th century clothing. Kids can learn to make homemade rolls and noodles for the turkey noodle soup served Thanksgiving night. 4-night packages; walks, malls, covered bridges, historic sites, in the area.
Texas: McKay House, Jefferson Texas This inn in a National Historic District invites you to forget cooking that big turkey dinner, and "spend Thanksgiving or Christmas with us." Traditional midafternoon dinner with all the trimmings, served fireside in a Garden Conservatory; after dinner, relax in the parlor with pie and watch the football or play a board game.
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