This Thanksgiving, family travelers should swap dishes and stress for sun and sand. The Bahamas is emerging as a multigen destination of choice thanks to short flights from the United States, making it easy for the whole family to gather and spend quality time together.
Thanksgiving takes place during The Bahamas’ shoulder season, bringing warm weather and light breezes. Shoulder season also means lower and better rates than peak seasons. Need more convincing?
Resorts around the islands are already announcing Thanksgiving dining options. For instance, The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas, is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner at Ocean Blu. The oceanfront restaurant will have a turkey carving station, a kids’ buffet and live music.
The Bahamas offers something for every age and every interest. Enjoy snorkeling, glass-bottom boat tours and much more on the water. The People-to-People Program, meanwhile, connects families with local Bahamians to get the lay of the land.
Bahamian hospitality is built around multigen family life so family travelers feel right at home. Families can expect everything from beachfront porches built for storytelling and family gatherings to local restaurants able to accommodate big tables.
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