A NOTE TO OUR READERS:
"Great Holiday Escapes" is from the November 2007 issue of Southern Living. Because prices, dates, and other specifics are subject to change, please check all information to make sure it's still current before making your travel plans.

Thanksgiving: It's the day to count your blessings and express your gratitude. It's also a wonderful opportunity to escape the norm (or cousin Norm) and get the heck out of town. Instead of going "over the river and through the woods," take a trip to a glorious Southern resort that offers a special splurge for the season. We guarantee a memorable holiday.

Visit This Beachfront Legend
When a guest turns into the long driveway that leads to The Breakers, shoulders relax, and a smile starts. This anticipatory feeling of ease and fun is only the beginning. The relaxation process that captures a visitor at The Breakers—the oceanside gem of Palm Beach, Florida—works like a gentle massage. A total of 140 acres await the person hopeful for a luxurious yet comfortable holiday. And no matter which way the weary wayfarer turns, there's something different to see, do, and enjoy.

Five pools, 5 acres of newly developed beachfront, 20 new poolside bungalows, a spa, and golf galore fill the hours during much-cherished vacations.

Weekly activities for families make this spot a favorite for returning guests. A Thanksgiving Day buffet covers the main holiday need, but there's so much more. Entertainment in The Tapestry Bar and live music on the weekends in The Beach Club add to the jovial atmosphere. "Visitors create their own experiences here," says one employee. "We don't have a cookie-cutter package."