Whether you’re looking for a quick getaway or destination adventure, a holiday weekend is the perfect time to escape the city. Gather your family (or your closest friends) and get ready to decide if you’re looking for a trip beneath the sun or the snow. Below we have the 6 best places to visit for Thanksgiving.
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Escape SoCal for another caliber of oceanside tranquility. To kick off the holiday season, Four Seasons Resort Maui is having its first-ever pop up restaurant in collaboration with the esteemed Wally’s Wine & Spirits from Nov. 26 to 28. All weekend, you’ll have the change to partake in open-air wine dinners, an under-the-stars lounge, a champagne brunch and more all while at this opulent Hawaiian destination. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, a portion of proceeds from the weekend will benefit Maui Food Bank. Reservations for Wally’s #FSMaui Pop-Up are required and can be made by email or phone: (808) 874-8000.
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Looking for a luxurious getaway without all the planning? Waldorf Astoria has you covered. The Mexico resort is the ultimate home-away-from-home for festivities with a schedule that includes tastings at the brand new Agave Study at Peacock Alley, a family-style Thanksgiving dinner, an intimate, hands-on taco chef dining experience and a decadent feast by the ocean.
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Lean into the kickstart of the holiday season by jetting off to a snowy getaway. The Little Nell in Aspen is the most highly-sought after boutique hotels in town, so you’ll want to make your reservation ASAP. Aspen Snowmass opens on Thanksgiving for the season, meaning you’ll be in for a full weekend of snowboarding, skiing and relaxation (definitely hit the spa after the slopes). The hotel is hosting two Thanksgiving dining options, but because reservations are hard to snag, opt to dine elsewhere around town at restaurants such as Cache Cache, Betula, Matsuhisa or Casa Tua.
See also: The 7 Best Places for Thanksgiving Dinner Take Out in L.A.
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Make a quick getaway just north of the city to one of Southern California’s most luxurious oceanfront resorts. Rosewood Miramar Beach is celebrating Thanksgiving from morning to night and you can too. Opt for their brunch buffet in the resort’s Chandelier Ballroom for an assortment of holiday favorites and seasonal farm-to-table dishes. If you’re looking for more of a traditional Thanksgiving, Caruso’s will be offering a four-course prix fixe dinner with selections influenced by chef Massimo Falsini’s Southern Italian heritage. Round out the unforgettable dining experience with a weekend stay in one of their unparalleled beachfront rooms.
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Ditch your sweater for a swimsuit and head south of the border for the holiday weekend. At The Cape, a Thompson Hotel, each guest experiences unobstructed views of the Sea of Cortez right from their room. The boutique luxury hotel is right along Monuments Beach, a world-renowned surfers’ paradise perfect for anyone looking to push off the approaching cool weather a little longer. Don’t forget to polish off the day at The Cape’s feature restaurant, The Ledge, and experience chef Victor Garrido’s celebrated menu.
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We think nothing beats a desert sunset, so why not spend the holiday taking in as many as you can? Parker Palm Springs lets you do that and then some. The chic, upscale resort is just a few miles from the airport and downtown scene, meaning you can decide on having a night in or out at a moment’s notice. Spend your days hiking, playing golf, playing on their giant chess set or lounging by one of their several pools before enjoying one of Parker’s five delightful restaurants or bars.
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