FAQ: How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Bahamas
Sailing over the holidays is a fun way to spend time with your loved ones, relax, and spend some quality time in paradise. Thanksgiving takes place during shoulder season, making it an affordable time to learn to sail in the Bahamas. The temperatures are mild, the wind is typically under 20 knots, and flights and accommodations are more affordable than during peak season.
But what’s the best way to celebrate Thanksgiving in the Bahamas? We wrote this list of FAQs to tell you how long to visit for, what to eat, and where to stay during a Thanksgiving trip to the Bahamas!
Where Should I Stay?
When you learn to sail in the Caribbean with Go Sail Bahamas, your Abaco Islands sailing itinerary will be exclusively in the Abacos Islands. You can fly directly into Leonard M. Thompson International Airport (MHH) and then take a cab to Marsh Harbour for around $25.
There are plenty of accommodations and restaurants in Marsh Harbour where you can celebrate the holiday. Abaco Beach Resort is a popular hotel that hosts Thanksgiving events. Alternatively, you can sail to The Abaco Inn on Elbow Cay, which has a popular Thanksgiving dinner.
However, our top recommendation is to celebrate Thanksgiving onboard a yacht with Go Sail Bahamas! You can sail to a variety of locations offering Thanksgiving meals in the Bahamas and take part in a number of different Thanksgiving activities from your boat.
What Are the Best Places to Eat Out?
American holiday traditionalists are often set on finding turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes when celebrating Thanksgiving in the Bahamas. If this is the case for you—we have good news; there are plenty of places you can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal in the Bahamas!
For example, enjoy a holiday dinner at the Hope Town Inn & Marina. You can also mix in some local Bahama flavors like conch fritters and seafood rice when you celebrate the holiday in the Abacos Islands.
Where Should I Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Bahamas?
You won’t find Thanksgiving parades like you can in another Caribbean sailing destination like the US Virgin Islands, but some hotels and restaurants get in on the celebration.
You can find Thanksgiving celebrations at popular locations such as:
What Should I Know About Thanksgiving in the Bahamas?
There are a few things you’ll want to know if you plan to learn to sail in the Bahamas over Thanksgiving weekend. Here are some tips about planning a Caribbean vacation over the holiday.
- Thanksgiving isn’t an official holiday in the Bahamas, so most businesses are open.
- The holiday is at the beginning of the peak season (during shoulder season), but it’s still a busy time of year, so reserve hotels, American Sailing lessons, and bareboat charters early.
- Thanksgiving is at the tail end of hurricane season, so you may experience some rain.
- Go Sail Bahamas is open on Thanksgiving, so you can learn to sail in the Bahamas over the holiday!
Plan a Thanksgiving Vacation With Our Bahamas Sailing School
You can celebrate Thanksgiving in style with Go Sail Bahamas. Join us for introductory sailing courses or advanced sailing courses, where you’ll learn sailing essentials, get expert advice from our instructors, and enjoy the US holiday in the heart of the Caribbean.