-- ideas for Thanksgiving 2009, p.5, Florida--
Florida: Amelia Island
Amelia Island, in northeast Florida has historic town and fort, nature tours, and resorts that celebrate Thanksgiving big-time. At the Amelia Island Ritz-Carlton, Thanksgiving Package typically includes Christmas Tree Lighting & Dinner, Thanksgiving Day Feast, official arrival of Santa, Story Book Tea, Santa tuck-ins, giant Gingerbread House. At the Amelia Island Plantation -- which has 1350 acres, beach, marshlands, nature center-- Thanksgiving Weekend includes Grand Buffet, pastry demonstration, family crafts, Just for Kids party, Holiday Light Celebration, Ice Cream Social, Holiday Carnival, and more.
Florida: Club Med Sandpiper
This all-inclusive resort, just two hours southwest of Orlando, has outstanding programs for kids including babies-- read a review of Club Med Sandpiper. At Thanksgiving, expect special celebrations such as comedy shows under the circus tent, a super-sized Mini Club Med show, Grand Buffet and a special show.
Orlando: Disney World
Thanksgiving is one of the top times of year to visit Disney World. Yes, the parks are extremely crowded, but they're beautifully decorated for the Holiday Season, and stay open late; also you can see special shows and parades.
More Florida Thanksgiving Getaways: About.com's Guide for Florida Travel has Thanksgivng Ideas that include Pensacola's Winterfest, ICE! at the Gaylord Palms Resort, and St. Augustine Nights of Lights.
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