The lifestyle mogul opened up about holiday hosting, travel plans and her festive new collection for JCPenney in an interview with PEOPLE

Martha Stewart has revealed why she’s skipping her usual Thanksgiving festivities. In an interview with People on Thursday (November 21), the 83-year-old businesswoman shared that she and her family aren’t spending the upcoming holiday in the United States.

O nce again, Martha Stewart cannot muster up the Thanksgiving spirit. Last year, after prepping 14 turkeys for her TV show, the professional host said she “gave up” Thanksgivi

The home and hospitality expert, who is known by some fans as the “Queen of Thanksgiving” for her wildly popular recipes and entertaining advice, shared the sudden holiday shake-up during a visit to the Today show.