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Where to Spend Thanksgiving This Year

by Allie Menzione

Nov 12, 2017

Ko Olina, Hawaii © Leigh Anne Meeks | Dreamstime

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Are you looking for somewhere other than home to go this Thanksgiving? Here are some great locations to visit during the week of Thanksgiving to turn your holiday into a vacation.

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island, S.C.

This island is known as the most luxurious of the small islands along the coastal south. It goes all out for Thanksgiving. The Sanctuary hosts a Thanksgiving Feast buffet, Pumpkin Hockey, a 5k Turkey Trot, family sand sculpting and more.

Four Seasons Ko Olina, Hawai’i

If you’re looking for warmer weather, head to this resort on Oahu for an island-flavored Thanksgiving. Enjoy a pan-Asian Thanksgiving buffet, Thanksgiving Brunch, a moonlight market and more.

Rancho Pescadero

This Mexican retreat will still have you celebrating Thanksgiving, just with epazote-spiced turkey and margaritas.

JW Marriot Essex House, New York City

If you’re keen on catching the Thanksgiving Day Parade, consider staying at the JW Marriot where you can view the parade from your room.

Meadowood Napa Valley

Looking to turn Thanksgiving into a romantic retreat away from the in-laws? Head to Napa Valley for this hotel deal featuring Thanksgiving dinner and breakfast, Champagne, a spa credit and more.

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