Thanksgiving Destinations

Your kids love Disney World, games and Universal Studios so why not fulfill their dreams this year? Avoid the massive crowds by opting for extended hours, which are quite common during the holiday seasons. Disney World offers a special dinner for the entire family to celebrate Thanksgiving in a fun and cozy way, with animated characters from famous Disney stories.

This location is famous for good food and fun parties. If you are bored with crawfish, crabs and vignettes try something new and special this holiday: turducken. The name sounds a bit strange but this triple-poultry dish consists of a chicken which is first stuffed into a duck, then the duck is stuffed into a turkey. Make sure to take part in the Bayou Classic Thanksgiving Day Parade while you are here. The parade ends in the French Market where children can take photos with Santa.

Home to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, a famous all year round vacation location for families, Gatlinburg has many activities to offer during Thanksgiving. There are nine ski trails up Mount Harrison and the Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts Show is a must-see local market that takes place every Thanksgiving.

The Big Apple is a perfect place to spend Thanksgiving. Thousands of participants take part in the famous Thanksgiving Day Parade and many more millions watch it live on TV from home. Loads of celebrities turn up to the event and Broadway shows are organized to coincide with it.

Nothing is more fun than spending Thanksgiving in Las Vegas, whether you are single or traveling with your family. There are more things to do than your time permits. Some of the must-see attractions include the Shark Reef Aquarium, the casinos, shopping centers, the Blue Man Group shows, amusement parks with indoor skydiving and many amazing buffet restaurants that offer meals for just about any budget.

Is the perfect destination for those in search of a traditional Thanksgiving in a historical setting. In the North End of the city, Hanover Street is renowned for its wide variety of restaurants and the Boston Symphony Orchestra offers an internationally acclaimed concert program.

The best experiences in life are free and its true even in Chicago. There are many free attractions and activities to keep you busy during your vacation. The mayor lights the Christmas tree on Wednesday night and the next day the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade takes place. Considered one of the biggest in the country, the parade attracts a good amount of visitors from all over the world, with its award-winning marching bands, dance groups, giant balloons and celebrity appearances. Visitors can enjoy free caroling and skating in Millennium Park.

During Thanksgiving, Plymouth is filled with fun activities and events, especially at the Plymouth Plantation, where you can enjoy roast turkey with Pilgrim role players who will entertain you with stories about the history of the feast.

Home to America's first Thanksgiving in 1619, Williamsburg is where you should be if you are a person who honors history. Learn about the tradition, while enjoying a very traditional dinner, at the Berkeley Plantation. Several restaurants also serve special dinners during the event.