Monday, November 3, 2008

What should you Expect in Holiday Vacation Getaway with Family

Holidays may be the season for sharinghopes, but it’s hard to feel grateful when you remember the usual frustrations accompanying this holiday. Cooking is the biggest dilemma and in most cases, it unfortunately falls on just one or two women’s shoulders to prepare a huge feast 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 headache-free weekend this Thanksgiving, treat yourself and everyone else to a relaxing weekend getaway for the holiday. Perhaps an Hawaii 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 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, ask for the Crested Butte Holiday Package, and families of four will pay less than $800 to ski their way to their two-bedroom suite and make use of lift passes 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 condo and endless fun for all the family with their teen zone, boogie boarding, kayaking, a visit from Santa, and many other family-oriented activities. In Amelia Island, you’ll just have to fork over $50 for a one-night stay and the opportunity to pretend that Thanksgiving took place in warm weather while you sail off in a chartered boat or play racket ball or volley ball under the beautiful 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 meal for you and nineteen other guests in your suite. Don’t miss the chance 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. Suites 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 - but don't miss the tree-lighting ceremony held every night.

Puerto Rico: Wyndham El Conquistador Resort

As there’s no laws that say Thanksgiving has to be experienced in winter wonderland, why not fly off to a Puerto Rican resort? For a lot less than $200 per night, you can discover 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 privileges. The promo also waives payment for your fourth night stay and kids below 12 years old can enjoy meals for free.

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