thanksgiving

The holiday season has snuck up on the American consumer once again, and rather than feeling completely overwhelmed by travel plans and last-minute shopping and the millionth playing of 'Jingle Bell Rock,' almost half of the population simply wishes we could just skip Christmas altogether.

Millions of people will travel over the next few days, and that can only mean one thing:  A lot of families awkwardly staying together under one roof.  So how long is too long to stay with your family over the holidays? In a new survey, the most popular answer was four to six nights...

Let the sales begin...on Thanksgiving Day?

The rush to join the extended family for turkey and stuffing makes the Wednesday before Thanksgiving the busiest travel day of the year. And this year it's going to be a busier than last year.

Bizarre presentation, unusual flavor and the “oddball factor” add new elements to this great tradition. If you're feeling playful and adventurous, you could add a few of these items to your menu.

For home cooks, preparing a Thanksgiving turkey is a rite of passage. Not only do snafu opportunities abound, but there is added pressure on the holiday to prepare and serve a perfect meal for family and guests. Whether you’re a seasoned Thanksgiving chef, or a newbie in the kitchen, these tips can help eliminate the stress associated with prepping your meal’s centerpiece: Prepare Ahead It’s hard

The price of Thanksgiving is going up this year, but not as much as you might think.

Hiroko Masuike, Getty Images / Wesley Hitt, Getty Images / Twentieth Century Fox You’ve got the meal all figured out, but there’s an entire day of preparation ahead of you and that means your family needs entertaining. You want to turn on the tube, but not lull the holiday spirit ...