Thanksgiving in Tampa Bay isn’t just about turkey – it’s a celebration of flavors, togetherness, and memorable experiences. Whether you’re looking for a luxurious dining experience, a delicious take-home feast,

Florida state parks: Open during regular hours, though three in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties are still closed due to storm damage. A couple to check out are Alafia River State Park (open 8 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.) in east Hillsborough County and Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park (open 8 a.m. until sundown) near Port Richey.

A record 80 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, according to AAA projections. The big picture: That's an increase of 1.7 million people from last year's record-shattering figure.

With many restaurants and stores closed on Thanksgiving Day, here's a list of places in Gaston County to grab a bite to eat on the holiday: Golden Corral will be open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. at 2300 E. Franklin Blvd.