Town Topics: Are you planning to travel for Thanksgiving?

Community By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Jorge Peña  Police Officer Florida International University Police Department  Miami Lakes  “I wish,” Jorge Peña said. “Unfortunately, I’m not due to the new job. I wish I could go. I’ll be here locally.” 

Steve Danis  Franchisee, Kumon Learning Center  Hollywood  “We have a big family and they are spread out across the country,” Steve Danis said. “Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday. Everyone comes [from across the country] to our house to celebrate.” 

Nancy Goldstein  General Manager, Charcuterie Artisan  Bon Vivant Charcuterie & Gourmet Market  Palm Springs North  “I do not have any travel plans, I’m staying here,” Nancy Goldstein said. “I’ll be spending it here with my family in Miami.” 

Nick Martelo Assistant, Kumon Learning Center Pembroke Pines  “I am being a little boring this year,” Nick Martelo said. “I am staying home. I’m staying with my family and [we’ll] have a big dinner like usual, have some people over like we do every year.”  

Johnny Torres  Director of Operations, Miami Christmas Lights  Miami Lakes  “Not right now, [I’m] staying home,” Johnny Torres said. “It’s food and football and that’s my holiday.  I take control of the [television]. I don’t like going anywhere else.” 

Alexandra Herrera interviewed and photographed our Town Topics Talkers. We thank you all!