Thanksgiving getaways
One last warm weekend before winter. Cozy autumn escapes close to home and a final hit of sun, ready when you are.
Where to go for Thanksgiving
A curated set of destinations for the October long weekend, from fall-colour resorts and spas to one last warm escape.
Why travel for Thanksgiving
Peak autumn. The October long weekend catches fall colour at its best, the prettiest time for a near-home escape.
A long weekend, little time off. Three days without booking vacation time, enough for a proper reset before the season turns.
One last warm one. If you would rather chase summer a little longer, a short flight still buys real beach weather.
Cosy autumn or one last sun trip
The October long weekend leans two ways. Cosy autumn means fall colour, a spa and a country lodge close to home, with the season at its best. One last sun trip means a short flight south while the beaches are still warm, before winter sets in. Take your pick and make the most of it.
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Thanksgiving getaways FAQ
When is the Thanksgiving long weekend?
Canadian Thanksgiving falls on the second Monday of October, creating a three-day weekend. It is a month and a half earlier than US Thanksgiving, so plan around the October date.
Where can I go for the Thanksgiving long weekend?
Near-home favourites include fall-colour country resorts, spa retreats and lakeside towns. For a last warm trip, short-haul sun in the southern US and the Caribbean is still reliable in October.
Is October a good time for a sun vacation?
It can be. Much of the Caribbean is warming back up after the early-autumn shoulder, and prices sit below the winter peak, so value is often good.
How far ahead should I book a Thanksgiving trip?
Near-home autumn stays are in high demand for the long weekend, so book four to six weeks ahead. Spa and boutique resorts fill first.
What is there to do on a Thanksgiving weekend away?
Fall hikes and drives, harvest markets and spa time close to home, or beach and pool time if you fly south. Our team tags stays by what is nearby so you can match the trip to the mood.