With only 21 more weeks to Christmas – 21 weeks! – planning for the festive season in July or August has become a popular trend in the last few years.
Whether it’s Christmas shopping at the famous markets close to home or a break away from the family this Christmas, we take a look at our five favourite things to do for the festive season.
Edinburgh Christmas Market
Departing 2nd & 9th December, 2 Days from £119.95pp
A weekend of festive fun for all the family at the Christmas Markets, ice skating rink and fairground rides of Scotland’s sparkling capital. Staying overnight at the 4 star Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club with a shopping trip to Glasgow included too.
Prague Christmas Market
Departing 30th November 2017, 4 Days from £439pp
Discover this fantastic festive fairytale break to the beautiful city of Prague. Enjoy the delightful stalls of the Christmas Markets in Wenceslas Square, a tradition that stretches back over a thousand years.
London Winter Wonderland
Departing 11th December 2017, 4 Days from £389pp
Experience a festive treat in London taking in shopping, sightseeing, Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland event and a fantastic West End show!
Carols at the Royal Albert Hall
Departing 15th December 2017, 3 Days from £269.95pp
Take time out in the final countdown to Christmas to enjoy this candle-lit concert of popular carols, classical pieces and readings, all exquisitely staged in 18th-century costume. This great-value break also includes free time for last-minute gift shopping.
Christmas in Perthshire
Departing 24th December 2017, 4 Days from £795pp
Calling all toe-tappers and admirers of good music: for a truly tuneful Christmas break. Staying at the luxurious Dunkeld House Hotel you’ll enjoy some of Scotland’s finest sounds. Picture an authentic piper playing alongside afternoon tea, a talented trio of musicians jazzing up your Christmas lunch, and live piano music set to soothe you over supper. There’s even have a rousing Ceilidh on the cards!
