Recent world events have taught us to look at life differently. We no longer automatically assume that going to work involves getting in our cars and driving to other buildings, we have learned that schooling can be acquired online, and when it comes time to celebrate holidays and special events, old traditions don’t necessarily the best ones! Although tragic in many ways, the pandemic opened our eyes to new possibilities while revealing how much hard work was involved in the old ways and if we are open with ourselves, we would probably admit that the fuss and hoopla attached to the Thanksgiving meal was often exhausting and irritating.
All the cleaning, all the shopping, all the cooking and baking, taking days, or even weeks to complete for a meal that was devoured in just minutes? Instead, we have learned to take care of ourselves first, take the time to breathe in fresh air, and to find our way towards the serenity we need! A serenity that is often associated with the sea, and our San Diego friends and members of the Carefree Boat Club often find themselves heading towards the water and the boats they have rented for the day; and yes, this can take place on the Thanksgiving holiday as well! This guide to a San Diego Thanksgiving on a Carefree Boat Club boat will ensure that you never spend another day of thankfulness on land again!
Turkey Sandwiches at Sea!
Have you ever wanted to get on a boat turn it in the direction of the horizon and just keep going? Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be about a giant feast of turkey and all the trimmings, it can consist of close family, a sun setting over the horizon and a thick and juicy turkey sandwich that will taste even better as you soar off into that sunset. Be thankful for the perfect weather, for the fiery colors that light up the sky and for these quiet moments that you are sharing with your spouse, your partner, your best friend and rediscover the reason behind this holiday! Our pontoon boats offer enough room for your small traveling group, but if this Thanksgiving is about romance, a cooler, a sailboat, and endless waters will make this holiday one you will never forget!
Missing the San Diego Thanksgiving Dinner?
We all have that one dish, however, that makes the holiday special and if you can’t see yourself feeling very celebratory without that dish, fortunately there are a lot of restaurants in our area that will be open and offering the feast you crave! 20/Twenty, a harborside California cuisine restaurant located at 5480 Grand Pacific Drive in Carlsbad, for example, has served a traditional Thanksgiving feast as well as a sophisticated selection of other dishes for those branching out, for several years and all you need is to point your boat of the day in the direction of the nearest marina for a dock and dine feast!
L’ Auberge Del Mar, 1540 Camino Del Mar is another restaurant that will be open this Thanksgiving, serving a golden roasted turkey, all the fixings, and a California Olive Oil cake that will change your life! Serving upscale cuisine with sea views, visitors can change into dressier clothes in our cabin cruisers and spoil themselves with luxury and good taste! Finally, because traditions don’t have to always involve turkey, a visit to Coasterra Modern Mexican, 880 Harbor Island Drive might encourage you to begin a new tradition of Mexican food and margaritas for your Thanksgiving celebration!
And if you do make your way to Harbor Island for this delicious restaurant, please be sure not to leave without trying their homemade churros! Served with spiced milk chocolate, salted cajeta, and strawberry sauces you may even find yourself asking, “Pumpkin what?” in this south of border establishment!
Raise a Toast to New Traditions!
Life on a boat is one we never want to end and when you become a member of the Carefree Boat Club, you can inject a sea cruise into whatever you may be celebrating! If you are already a member, you know how it all works and are probably already putting your name on the books for Halloween, Thanksgiving, AND Christmas, but for those who haven’t quite realized the benefits, this is for you! Boat ownership is expensive and Carefree Boat Club helps take the expense out of the fun you can have at sea! Simply pay a yearly fee and have access to a harbor filled with boats, including pontoons, fishing boats, and cabin cruisers; all you have to do is put your name on the books for a day of fun at sea, and we cover everything else, changing the way you celebrate and play! Become a member today and enjoy Thanksgiving on a boat!
