How to Spend Thanksgiving in Orange Beach
Eva Faircloth - October 31, 2019The holidays can be filled with hustle and bustle, but this year resolve to make Thanksgiving different. Leave the stress of the season behind and opt for an Orange Beach Thanksgiving. Autumn is one of the perfect times of year to visit Alabama’s beaches thanks to milder temperatures and fewer crowds.
A holiday getaway on Alabama’s beaches offers the perfect time to reflect on the past year and give thanks. This year, Thanksgiving falls on November 25, so make sure your reservations are placed!
How do you make the most of the holiday in Orange Beach? Read on for details.
The Ultimate Orange Beach Thanksgiving Experience
Enjoy an Orange Beach holiday by taking advantage of conveniences like grocery delivery when you take your holiday getaway to Turquoise Place in Orange Beach.
Skip the lines at the grocery store when you pre-order your groceries with The Beach Moms concierge package, exclusive for Spectrum Resorts guests. What could be better than arriving in your luxury Orange Beach condo to find your groceries stored away in the refrigerator and pantry?
Orange Beach Thanksgiving Dinner Options for 2021
Do you love preparing the Thanksgiving turkey and all the fixings? You’re in luck! Orange Beach condos rentals at Turquoise Place feature large, over-sized kitchens that include:
- Plenty of counter space for prepping the perfect Orange Beach Thanksgiving dinner
- Top-of-the-line appliances
- A gas range for the very best food preparations
- And a large dining table for everyone in the family to enjoy a “home” cooked meal
After you’ve enjoyed your Turkey Day preparations, savor the Gulf-front views from your luxury condo.
Thanksgiving Delivery Options
If you want to enjoy the comfortable surroundings of your condo, but don’t want to cook an entire meal, The Beach Moms are offering a special Thanksgiving delivery service that includes turkey, dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole and a pumpkin pie – all delivered directly to your condo on Wednesday, Nov. 24. Reheating instructions will also come with your order. Orders must be placed by Nov. 17. Call 251-979-3347 for details.
Thanksgiving at Coast Restaurant
If you prefer someone else to handle the meal prep and clean up from start to finish, make reservations for the Thanksgiving feast at Coast Restaurant. Located at our sister resort in Gulf Shores, The Beach Club Resort & Spa, you can leave the cooking to the experts. Award-winning chef John Hamme will prepare a feast that’s sure to put you in nap mode when you’re finished! This year’s Thanksgiving meal includes roast turkey and all the trimmings, as well as pecan-smoked Scottish salmon.
Prices for Thanksgiving Day at Coast is $40 for adults. Reservations are required and seatings are from 11 am to 1 pm.
More Thanksgiving Options
Orange Beach Concierge
Where: 4790 Wharf Parkway, Orange Beach
Contact: (251) 228-6729
Thanksgiving Gourmet Catering To-Go
Feast on a delicious dinner prepared to-go by Chef David Pan of Orange Beach Concierge. Menu items are ala carte and will be available for pickup at The Pantry at The Wharf on Nov. 24. Enjoy Thanksgiving classics, including roasted garlic whipped potatoes, sweet potato smash, roasted brussel sprouts, traditional herb dressing, brined and roasted bone-in turkey, whole roasted tenderloin, French silk pie and pumpkin pie. Orders must be placed by noon on Nov. 19. View Menu.
Call ahead to order at 251-228-6729.
The Hangout
Where: 101 E Beach Avenue, Gulf Shores
Contact: (251) 948-3030
Open: 11 am to 4 pm
Reservations: Recommended
Cobalt the Restaurant
Where: 28099, Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach
Contact: (251) 923-5300
Open: 10 am to 4 pm
Price: $30 for adults, $15 for children ages 6 through 12, $7.50 for children ages 5 and under
Reservations: Recommended
GTs on the Bay
Where: 26189 Canal Road, Orange Beach
Contact: (251) 980-8400
Open: 10 am to 4 pm
Reservations: Recommended
Flora-Bama
Where: 17401 Perdido Key Drive, Perdido Key, FL
Contact: (251) 980-5118
Open: 1 pm
Price: Complimentary, just bring a side dish, cocktails cost separately
Reservations: None
Things to Do in Orange Beach for Thanksgiving
When you’re not feasting on turkey and dressing, there’s plenty to do – or not to do – during Thanksgiving in Orange Beach. Tackle a little holiday shopping on Black Friday at The Wharf or visit Tanger Outlets in Foley.
Send the kids to play a round of laser tag at Arena Next Level, also at The Wharf. Top off a day of shopping at Red or White with savory appetizers and your favorite glass of wine.
Turquoise Place Amenities & Activities
Of course, we can’t forget the beach! Whether you’re playing a game of beach volleyball, sand football, or just soaking up the sun, the white-sand beaches are ready to welcome you back for a hassle-free Thanksgiving in Orange Beach. Check out the Turquoise Place amenities and activities here.