Thanksgiving weekend is the most heavily traveled weekend of the year. Airports, buses, trains, public transportation systems and roads are flooded with traffic as people from all over the country race to visit their families or simply get away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.

So you didn’t make any plans to travel this holiday season? It’s never too late to plan a quick getaway. Thanksgiving should be about togetherness, not about stressful preparations and huge piles of dishes that need to be washed at the end of the day. There are dozens of places you can go to celebrate Thanksgiving in style, sans the hassle of preparing a meal or embarking on a cleaning frenzy beforehand. Go alone, or take the entire family – it’s up to you!

Blackberry Farm – Tennessee

Deep in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains you’ll find one of the most beautiful resorts in the Relais & Chateaux line. The resort atmosphere at Blackberry Farm will give you the opportunity to relax in style while enjoying Thanksgiving with the family.

There will be a number of activities all weekend long, including a turkey fry, bonfires, apple pressing, and more! Simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the fall!

Four Seasons Hotel – Boston

Boston is an incredible destination for families at any time of the year, but the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston is making it even easier for families to get away and keep the kids occupied at the same time. Late November is cold in Boston and the hotel ensures that children will have VIP access to Frog Pond for ice skating enjoyment.

They offer special VIK (Very Important Kid) packages that give parents plenty of savings on hotel rooms and museums while ensuring that the kids are occupied, pampered, and entertained throughout the duration of your stay.

JW Marriott Cancun Resort and Spa – Cancun

The turkey from the case at the grocery store should be the only thing frozen in your house as we approach Thanksgiving week. A trip to sunny, warm Cancun will quickly thaw out those fall and winter blues. Two of the resorts most popular restaurants will serve Thanksgiving dinners for both couples and families alike. Booking a room for Thanksgiving weekend includes buffet breakfasts and a number of other amenities, but requires a three-night minimum stay.

Ritz Carlton Bachelor Gulch – Avon, Colorado

The Ritz Carlton in Bachelor Gulch is offering Thanksgiving holiday packages that are perfect for families. Imagine a residential suite large enough to comfortably house the entire family, Thanksgiving dinner served in your suite, and both full and half-day nanny services ensuring that mom and dad will have some quality time alone. On November 29^th there will be a tree lighting ceremony complete with snacks and entertainment. Packages at the Ritz Carlton will give you a chance to celebrate Thanksgiving with the family in your home away from home, minus the mess after dinner.

The Fairmont Southampton – Bermuda

Situated at the highest elevated point in Bermuda, The Fairmont Southampton has tons of special events planned for your Thanksgiving weekend enjoyment. The big screen television sets will be tuned into the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York, followed directly by whatever football game happens to be on screen. The weekend will also include tours, fitness walks, wine-tasting tours, and live entertainment!

The Ritz Carlton New York – Central Park, New York City

Giving thanks while giving back to the community seems to be the theme this Thanksgiving for those visiting the Ritz Carlton in New York City. Thanksgiving packages start at a hefty $1,095 per night, but they do include dinner for two as well as a donation to City Harvest.

City Harvest regularly brings supplies to soup kitchens and food pantries around the city. The donation made from your stay alone will feed 45 families this holiday season.

Woodstock Inn and Resort – Woodstock, Vermont

The Woodstock Inn and Resort in Vermont is the perfect place for couples looking for a place to kick back and relax. Your three-night package will include breakfast, Thanksgiving dinner, and access to all of the inn’s incredible amenities. Your Thanksgiving stay will also include free admission to the Billings Farm and Museum where you’ll learn all about how dairy farms operate. If you should happen to visit with children, they’ll be occupied by scavenger hunts, crafts, and their own personal movie night.

Remember, togetherness is the most important part of the Thanksgiving season, no matter where you end up. Why not spend some time enjoying your family, friends, and loved ones this year instead of wasting time in the kitchen or on the road? If these destinations seem unaffordable or too far away take heart in the knowledge that these aren’t the only resorts and hotels with Thanksgiving specials this season. Simply call around and you’re sure to find exactly what you need!

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