Thanksgiving Getaway

Miami is a warm and therefore perfect location for Thanksgiving. Enjoy the beaches, try the waves while surfing and finish off the day's activities with a dinner cruise. Get your fill of modern architecture at South Beach and enjoy some excellent meals at little Havana. The Miami design district and Rockwell City Center are excellent for shopping.

Nassau is a budget-friendly family destination. You'll see sandy beaches that are fantastic for relaxation. Other activities include beach volleyball, rock climbing, and kayaking, among others.

Las Vegas is a party town and has tons of activities including gambling, drinking or dancing the night away. It also has fun activities for the kids, such as skating at the Boulevard pool ice rink. The Cirque du Soleil is a show worth watching. Treat yourself to a spa day, or go gift shopping at some of the malls.

The advantages of traveling to Barcelona in November is that it does not get very many tourists. You will therefore avoid the major crowds and can enjoy cheaper rates. The temperatures are cool and excellent for outdoor activities. The museums and castles are some of the major attractions. There is also an amusement park, the Tibidabo, which goes back to the 1880s which your kids will definitely love.

If you're looking for a Thanksgiving weekend getaway that is full of relaxation, plan to visit Kiawah Island. It is a small town with less than 2,000 residents, which makes it ideal for someone who wants to get away from the crowds. Take part in festivals such as the pumpkin hockey match, the tree lighting ceremony, the fall festival, the Mingo Point Oyster Roast and more.

If you don't mind a little snow or cold weather, then Edinburg is a great destination. You will get some fantastic deals with regards to accommodation and tours, due to the low number of tourists within this period. Some hotels even have deals where the kids can eat for free as an incentive to book. The Castle, palaces and a cruise on the Royal Yacht Britannia are just some of the activities you can undertake. Kids will also love the interactive Harry Potter tour.