Thanksgiving is a North American holiday when families and friends come together for a big feast and to feel thankful and express gratitude for all the blessings that they have had in life. It is celebrated the fourth Thursday of November, which is supposed to celebrate the harvest season and all the other blessings of the year gone by. Thanksgiving Day is traditionally a time for gatherings at home and to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal with turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie, and for many watching the NFL football game broadcast every year is part of the tradition, too. But maybe this year you can switch things up and travel for Thanksgiving Day. In this article we cover the best beach destinations to spend Thanksgiving in Mexico.
To travel doesn’t mean giving up all your traditions. You can still have the feast, watch the football and all by enjoying it at an incredible resort – having a stress-free getaway. So, whether you are flying solo, a party of 2, or traveling with your family, we have chosen some warm weather destinations you can enjoy during this holiday. Let’s start! All these Thanksgiving getaways have plenty going on to make it special for you and your family.
Thanksgiving Beach Vacations in Cancun
One of the most popular destinations to spend Thanksgiving vacations in Mexico is Cancun. While any time of the year is great to go to Cancun, November is particularly a great time as the weather is perfect. With eight hours of sunshine and an average temperature of 84°F (28°C), with lows at night that get a little bit cooler 72°F (22°C).
Couples and families who want to spend a lot of time at the beach during your holiday should consider Villa del Palmar Luxury Beach Resort & Spa Cancun. Overlooking the ocean, this family-friendly resort offers luxury suites and plenty of facilities to enjoy, such as gourmet restaurants, excellent bars, an award-winning spa, and several outdoor heated swimming pools.
At Villa del Palmar Cancun they will offer an incredible Thanksgiving experience for you and your loved ones. At the Village Spa you can unwind with a special holiday treatment that will help you relax. Also, your little ones will have a great time at the Kids’ Club with the special Thanksgiving activities planned for them, including craft making, games, movies, and more.
In the evening, you can enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving dinner at Caprichos restaurant, where the chefs will be cooking up a traditional American-style Thanksgiving dinner where you will also have the opportunity to sample some specialty Mexican dishes.
Warm Thanksgiving Celebration in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is a beautiful vacation destination in every season of the year, with its year-round warm climate. This city has everything you need for spending a great trip away, which might even inspire you to start a new Thanksgiving tradition!
If you want to enjoy an adults-only Thanksgiving holiday with friends or grown children, Hotel Mousai is one of the best chic, contemporary resorts in the area exclusively for guests aged 18 and over. As the first and only 5 Diamond-rated resort in the entire state of Jalisco, you will enjoy lavish accommodation with a private balcony, exquisite gourmet cuisine, a Rooftop bar and beach club with a fantastic infinity pool, and what’s more, you will have access to complimentary resort activities including yoga classes, hiking through the jungle, kayaking to Los Arcos, and paddle board clinics.
Hotel Mousai is located on the Garza Blanca Preserve nestled between the Sierra Madre Mountains and the pristine blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Guests of Hotel Mousai also have free access to TierraLuna Village, a new open-air shopping and event space. With 9 boutiques, a family carousel, and a weekly Art Walk and Farmers Market every Friday evening (seasonal from November to March), you are guaranteed to be entertained and will likely find it hard not to bring an authentic handcrafted souvenir home with you when you browse all the beautiful artisanal goods on display. You may even pick up your next favorite piece of art as a reminder of your special holiday.
This year, Hotel Mousai’s annual Thanksgiving feast will take place on November 25th from 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm at TierraLuna Village and will feature a buffet with turkey and all the trimmings, plus a special transmission of the NFL football game on the big screen as the New Orleans Saints take on the Buffalo Bills. The game kicks off at 7:20 pm. Advance reservations are recommended to secure your place. With amazing food and football in a picturesque setting this will be a Thanksgiving where you will truly feel grateful.
While you may find it hard to leave the resort with so many luxury amenities, you will find plenty of activities to do in this amazing destination. If you love outdoor eco-adventures, Puerto Vallarta offers everything from horseback riding, ATVs, and zip lining to snorkeling and scuba diving, to swimming with dolphins and sea lions.
If you want to learn about the stunning flora and fauna that is home to the region, visit the Vallarta Botanical Gardens, dedicated to the preservation of the local plants found in the Mexican jungle. It takes approximately 30-minutes to get to the Vallarta Botanical Gardens from Hotel Mousai by car, but you will enjoy stunning views along the way. Once you get there, you can take a guided tour or feel free to explore on your own.
If you are looking to see another amazing place close to Puerto Vallarta, you can visit Sayulita; a laid-back surfer town that will surprise you with its beauty and energetic vibe.
Or if you just want to relax after your day of feasting, Spa Imagine, Hotel Mousai’s world-class spa offers the most luxe pampering treatments starting with the Hydrotherapy Circuit and then moving on to the cutting-edge therapy suites where you can indulge in a relaxing massage, a body wrap, a HydraFacial, or connect deeper with your partner with the Soul Connection couple‘s treatment.
The vacation of your dreams along with turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie is all waiting for you at Hotel Mousai in Puerto Vallarta!
Spend Your Thanksgiving at the Beach in Los Cabos
Los Cabos has always been a very tempting destination for all travelers looking to escape to a warmer place, including celebrities. November is one of the best months to visit this destination, the temperature is warm during daytime, with a high of around 80.2°F (26.8°C), while at night it gets a little bit cooler.
One of the reasons why Los Cabos is one of the best beach destinations to spend Thanksgiving is that it has both beach and desert landscapes. You can take a boat trip and tour around the famous arches where you can snorkel with tropical colored fish, you can go to El Medano Beach and soak up the sun’s rays, or you can go to the outback and ATV along the desert scrub or better yet, take a camel ride! You can also go zip lining, horseback riding, and swim with dolphins. With its golden sands, pristine beaches, and gorgeous scenery, Los Cabos is the perfect place to spend your Thanksgiving long weekend getaway.
If you want to experience deluxe pampering at the height of luxury, book your stay at Garza Blanca Resort & Spa Los Cabos for the ultimate escape with your family. This world-class resort will give you the best Thanksgiving experience as the resort offers several amenities like gourmet restaurants, chic facilities, and a world-class spa. Also, your kids will have tons of fun at the Kids’ Club, where they put together a series of activities based on the US Holiday and your little ones will have fun making crafts and playing games.
Garza Blanca’s signature restaurant, Bocados Steak House, will be hosting a fabulous Thanksgiving dinner and our talented chef, Alvaro, will be cooking up something extra delicious. With a buffet complete with a carving station and all the trimmings, you will not be able to resist going back for seconds and thirds, just make sure you save room for the mini desserts. You can dine indoors or out on the terrace to enjoy fresh breezes from the Sea of Cortez.
So, this Thanksgiving, gather up the people you like the most at head to Garza Blanca Los Cabos.
Based on our list of the best destinations to spend Thanksgiving, choose the one that you prefer the most, pack your bags, and head to Mexico! Wherever you choose to go, you are sure to enjoy a heavenly American-style turkey feast without any of the fuss. And as they say in Mexico, ¡Buen provecho!
