Escape The In-Laws for a Stress-Free Thanksgiving Getaway

We all know Thanksgiving is supposed to be about the sharing of mutual gratitude, delicious pumpkin pie, and, for the sports fans among you, watching Thanksgiving football.

Yet, when it comes to staying with your in-laws, Thanksgiving dinners can be overwhelming, with uncomfortable conversations, and of course, an occasional scowl from your disapproving mother or father-in-law from across the table. To make matters worse, when residing in the same household over the Thanksgiving holidays, there is simply nowhere to hide.

However, it doesn’t have to be this way! This year, we created a super handy guide arguing the case for you to trade the chaos of staying with your in-laws for a cozy Best Western hotel escape for the ultimate stress-free Thanksgiving getaway.

Relax with the flexibility and independence of your own space

Undoubtedly, staying off-site for a Thanksgiving visit to the in-laws means you can escape the negotiations about cleaning up or waiting up until the last family member has left after Thanksgiving dinner. Alternatively, why not choose to leave when you want, free from the post-dinner chores and idle chats by whisking yourselves off to stay at an uber relaxing Best Western nearby instead.

After all, who doesn’t relish being in control of their own itinerary, whether it’s the chance to sit back and watch TV, catch up on some sleep, or go out together to explore the local nightlife in your newfound surroundings? Not only that, the next morning you can choose to sleep in, or head down for a late breakfast without the worry of bumping into your grumpy in-laws.

Added to this, when you sign up for Best Western Rewards®, you can also start saving for that exotic vacation you’ve both been dreaming of. Here, you can benefit from exclusive member rates, room upgrades, and even worldwide free night redemptions, safe in the knowledge that your points will never expire.

Indulge yourself this Thanksgiving in comfort and luxury

Just imagine swapping those uncomfortable nights’ sleep adjacent to your in-laws’ bedroom for the privacy and luxury of your own hotel room. Add in a plush, comfy bed, accompanied by spectacular scenic views, and the possibility of an on-site swimming pool and gym, and the appeal of staying elsewhere becomes quickly apparent.

Furthermore, rather than queuing for the bathroom in the morning, replace this trepidation by basking in the luxury of your own private bathroom, where you can indulge in a stress-free soak for as long as you want. Simply having the freedom to drop in and out of visiting your in-laws over a long Thanksgiving weekend vacation means you can factor in more time together, away from the pandemonium.

In addition to the extra levels of comfort, you can also use Best Western Rewards® Pay with Points to apply the points you’ve earned to save on your next Thanksgiving trip to see the in-laws. Go ahead and seize this opportunity to save and ensure your Thanksgiving getaway next year is equally as unforgettable.

Turn a Thanksgiving trip into a vibrant, stress-free vacation away.

From here on in, you too can turn a Thanksgiving nightmare stay with the in-laws into a glorious vacation getaway to see the sights and sounds of somewhere new. For instance, you can head into the city for a spot of shopping by day, and by night, if Thanksgiving dinner wasn’t very tasty, it’s a great excuse to go and savor the culinary offerings of the best restaurant in town.

Given that Platinum, Diamond, and Diamond Select Best Western Rewards® members also benefit from early check-ins and late check-outs, you’ll have all the time in the world to investigate all the best things to do in town. How you choose to spend your time away from the in-laws is up to you, but we guarantee you’ll appreciate it.

Just remember, Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be plagued with the uncomfortable nature of having to stay with your in-laws. Make that change today by booking your stay at any of the fabulous 4,000+ Best Western® Hotels & Resorts globally that will change the way you feel about Thanksgiving vacations to visit your partner’s side of the family forever.