Skip Thanksgiving Cooking This Year
Celebrate at sea with 7-day Caribbean cruises from $649pp
Thanksgiving cruise cabins sell out FAST! Most ships are 70-80% booked already. Family cabins go first. Book within 48 hours for best selection.
Experience the Magic of Alaska
Why spend Thanksgiving stressing over cooking, cleaning, and hosting when you could be relaxing on a Caribbean cruise? This Thanksgiving 2025, trade your kitchen apron for a swimsuit and celebrate the holiday aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Enjoy traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings, beautiful ocean views, and zero cleanup. With sailings from November 20-27, you'll visit stunning Caribbean destinations while your family creates unforgettable memories together. Perfect for Essex County families looking to escape from Newark, Port Canaveral, or Miami with convenient flight connections or drive-to ports.
Deal Highlights
Sail November 20-27, 2025 - Perfect Thanksgiving week timing
Starting from just $649 per person for 7-night Caribbean cruises
Traditional Thanksgiving feast with turkey, stuffing, and all the fixings
NO cooking, NO cleaning, NO holiday stress
Multiple departure ports: Miami, Port Canaveral, Los Angeles
Visit 3-4 Caribbean islands including Bahamas, Mexico, or Puerto Rico
Kids eat free in main dining rooms - huge family savings
Festive activities and entertainment throughout the holiday
Incredible Pricing
Starting from
Prices per person based on double occupancy. Port fees and taxes additional. Gratuities, alcoholic beverages, and shore excursions not included.
Price Includes:
- All main dining room meals including Thanksgiving dinner
- 7 nights accommodation in comfortable stateroom
- Access to all ship amenities: pools, waterslides, entertainment
- Kids clubs and teen programs with Thanksgiving activities
- Port calls at 3-4 beautiful Caribbean destinations
- Traditional Thanksgiving feast with turkey and all the classics
Your 7-Night Itinerary
Available Sailing Dates
Call us to check cabin availability for your preferred date
Why Book Through Next Trip Anywhere?
Expert Thanksgiving cruise planners - we know the best ships and itineraries
Help arranging flights from Newark (EWR) to Florida departure ports
Special family cabin configurations for multi-generational travel
Insider tips for best Thanksgiving onboard experiences
Group booking discounts for extended families (8+ travelers)
Payment plans available - book now, pay over time
Travel insurance options to protect your holiday investment
24/7 support throughout your Thanksgiving cruise vacation
Price match guarantee - we'll beat any legitimate competitor quote
Essex County & Newark Area Travelers
Traveling from Essex County or the Newark area? We specialize in helping New Jersey families plan stress-free Thanksgiving cruise vacations. We'll find you the best flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Florida ports (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral), coordinate your timing perfectly, and even arrange pre-cruise hotel stays if you want to arrive a day early. Many of our Essex County clients love avoiding the holiday traffic and airport chaos by flying out the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Let us handle all the logistics so your family can focus on enjoying the holiday together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Thanksgiving dinner look like on a cruise ship?
Cruise lines go all out for Thanksgiving! You'll enjoy a traditional feast in the main dining room featuring roasted turkey with gravy, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, green beans, dinner rolls, and multiple dessert options including pumpkin pie and pecan pie. Many ships also offer prime rib, ham, and seafood alternatives. The best part? It's served to you with no cooking or cleanup required. Plus, most cruise lines offer the Thanksgiving menu in addition to their regular menu, so picky eaters have plenty of choices.
Can I book a Thanksgiving cruise from New York or New Jersey?
Yes! While most Thanksgiving cruises depart from Florida ports (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral), we help Essex County and Newark area residents with easy flight connections from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Flights to Florida are typically 2.5-3 hours, and we can coordinate your cruise timing perfectly. Some travelers fly down Thanksgiving morning for afternoon departures, while others prefer to arrive a day early and stay at a port hotel. We handle all the arrangements for seamless travel.
Is a Thanksgiving cruise good for families with kids?
Absolutely! Thanksgiving cruises are incredibly popular with families. Kids love the pools, waterslides, and kids clubs which run special Thanksgiving activities. There's no better way to keep multiple generations entertained - grandparents can relax by the pool, teens have their own activities, and young kids are supervised in age-appropriate programs. Plus, with everyone in one place on the ship, families actually spend MORE quality time together than a traditional home Thanksgiving. Many families make it an annual tradition.
How far in advance should I book a Thanksgiving cruise?
Book as soon as possible! Thanksgiving is one of the most popular cruise weeks of the year. Most ships are 70-80% full already, and family cabins (connecting rooms, suites) sell out first. We recommend booking at least 3-6 months in advance for the best cabin selection and pricing. However, we can sometimes find last-minute deals for travelers with flexible cabin preferences. Contact us immediately to check availability - waiting even a few days can mean missing out on your preferred ship or cabin.
What if the cruise is more expensive than hosting Thanksgiving at home?
Let's do the math! A typical Thanksgiving dinner for 8-10 people costs $300-500 for food alone. Add decorations ($50-100), increased utility bills, plus the value of 2-3 days of shopping, cooking, and cleaning (your time is worth something!). Now compare that to a cruise where everyone pays their own way: $649pp × 2 adults = $1,298 for a 7-day vacation including all meals, entertainment, and visiting 3-4 Caribbean islands. Kids often have reduced rates. When you factor in the value of a full week's vacation, zero stress, and unforgettable memories, a Thanksgiving cruise is actually an incredible value.
What activities happen on Thanksgiving Day while at sea?
Cruise ships create a festive atmosphere with Thanksgiving-themed activities throughout the day. Expect turkey trot fun runs on deck, pumpkin carving contests, Thanksgiving trivia, family games, football viewing parties in sports bars (NFL games are shown), parades for kids, and special holiday shows in the evening. The main Thanksgiving feast is typically served in the evening in the main dining room, though some ships offer it at lunch too. It's everything you love about Thanksgiving with none of the work!
Do I need a passport for a Thanksgiving Caribbean cruise?
It depends on the itinerary. For "closed-loop" cruises that depart and return to the same U.S. port (like Miami roundtrip), U.S. citizens can travel with just a government-issued photo ID and certified birth certificate. However, we STRONGLY recommend getting a passport book for everyone in your family. If you miss the ship at a port or have a medical emergency requiring you to fly home, you'll need a passport. Processing times can be 8-12 weeks, so apply now if you don't have one. We can guide you through the passport application process.
Can I get travel insurance for a Thanksgiving cruise?
Yes, and we highly recommend it! Travel insurance protects your investment if you need to cancel due to illness, work emergencies, or family situations. Thanksgiving is a busy travel period, so flight delays and weather disruptions are more common. Comprehensive cruise insurance covers trip cancellation, medical emergencies onboard, evacuation costs, and trip interruption. We offer several insurance options through trusted providers, with pricing typically 5-10% of your total trip cost. We'll help you choose the right coverage for your family's needs.
How do I coordinate flights and cruise timing from Newark?
We handle this for you! Most Thanksgiving cruises depart between 3-5pm, giving you plenty of time for morning flights from Newark (EWR). We recommend flights that land by noon at the latest. We'll coordinate your cruise booking with flight schedules, arrange transfers from the airport to the cruise port, and even suggest which airlines have the best on-time performance during the holiday week. Many of our clients fly down Wednesday evening or Thanksgiving morning depending on the ship's departure schedule.
What if someone in my family has dietary restrictions?
Cruise lines are excellent at accommodating dietary restrictions! When booking, inform us of any allergies, vegetarian/vegan needs, gluten-free requirements, kosher meals, or other restrictions. The cruise line will note this on your reservation, and the dining room staff will ensure appropriate meals are prepared. Even for Thanksgiving dinner, chefs can create modified versions of traditional dishes to meet your needs. Most ships also have multiple dining venues, giving those with restrictions plenty of options beyond the main dining room.
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