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Thanksgiving is popularly known as a time for family members to gather around and spend precious time together watching football, eating a turkey for dinner, and generally just catching up on each other. This is especially significant in the US where kids normally leave home as soon as they start going to college and live on their own after that, often in other states.

However, maybe your family isn't the typical family in the US. Or maybe you just want to switch things up a bit this year. Are there any places where you can celebrate Thanksgiving while enjoying a much-needed holiday?

Fortunately, the answer is a resounding yes and here are only a few of the places you can go to kick back and just soak in the sights. Best of all, you won't need to cook the meals yourselves!

1 - Congress Hall (Cape May, New Jersey)

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If you want to combine some history lessons with your holiday then Congress Hall may be just right for you. It's also a great way to enjoy Cape May's off season. It has an over 200-year legacy beginning in 1816 and has seen many dignitaries grace its halls. n fact, at one point it was called the "Summer White House." Now, you can enjoy the same stately grandeur but bolstered by modern amenities.

The Blue Pig Tavern, located in the hotel, plays host to Thanksgiving dinners. Be sure to check that out as it's famous in the area.

2 - Las Ventanas Al Paraiso (Los Cabos, Mexico)

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The resort's name roughly translates as "Windows to Paradise" and it's an apt name. As if that wasn't already enough reason to go there, this Rosewood resort has a "Thanksgiving in Baja" offering to make American guests feel even more at home. Included in the package is a signature residence or villa. With a minimum floor size of 4,500 square feet, the luxurious accommodations also come with an infinity pool, fire pit, as well as a host available 24/7.

Apart from the Thanksgiving dinner, the package also offers a turkey trot as well as a pie-making masterclass. To top it off, guests will also be treated to a pumpkin pie infused with tequila.

And if going by commercial air transport seems too iffy for you, the hotel has a private charter service called LVP Wings. That way, you can practice social distancing in luxury.

3 - The Sagamore Resort (Adirondacks, New York)

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Sitting in the middle of stunning Lake George in the Adirondacks, the Sagamore Resort has more than just stunning views. Guests have the option to play golf in an 18-hole golf course, play tennis, go hiking, or simply relax in the spa. The 137-year-old resort even has a rec center that can keep your kids occupied while you're out doing your thing.

While you can always sit back and enjoy the view, that is by no means your only option with the myriad of activities the resort offers.

4 - The Sanctuary (Kiawah Island, South Carolina)

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One among many small islands off the coast of South Carolina, Kiawah Island holds the distinction of being the most luxurious among them. The island is home to the five-star Sanctuary and boasts numerous private villas around the area.

Therefore, when it comes to Thanksgiving, one has a lot of choices in how to celebrate. You could always order-in and enjoy the meal in a private villa. But you can also enjoy a sumptuous Thanksgiving banquet at the Sanctuary's Ocean Room. If you prefer seafood, then the Atlantic Room offers a delightful variety of seasonal catches as well as a raw bar.

5 - Blackberry Farm (Walland, Tennessee)

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There's nowhere better to celebrate Thanksgiving than among Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains. That's because the area is famed for its Americana. In the Blackberry Farm, not only will you get the traditional Thanksgiving feast, you'll get to hike in a stunning fall landscape and participate in activities that are appropriate for the season such as flag football games.

6 - Montage Deer Valley (Park City, Utah)

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If a Thanksgiving among snow-capped peaks is your thing, then look no further than the Montage Deer Valley. There are luxury residences that come with the full kit, including fireplaces, private balconies, as well as fully-equipped kitchens. But you don't need to worry about cooking if you don't want to because the hotel is fully capable of serving a turkey dinner to be remembered.

7 - Castle Hill Inn (Newport, Rhode Island)

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The Castle Hill Inn began life as a summer residence for a respected marine biologist from Harvard in the 19th century. Sitting on 40 acres and boasting 33 rooms and cottages, the Relais & Châteaux property provides a homey atmosphere that still provides awesome views of Narragansett Bay. If you want to really pamper yourself, reserve a room with a fireplace and soaking tub.

Additionally, Newport's Illuminated Boat Parade starts off the day after Thanksgiving so that's one more sight to behold.