5- Double-Christmas
For some people, one Christmas just isn't enough. If that sounds like somebody you know, why not mention that the Russian Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas on the 7th of January - even allowing an entire week of recovery after New Year! Being Russia, you can guarantee snow and ice-cold vodka, though you'll be pleased to hear that many tours from St. Petersburg to Moscow include a stop at the saunas in Pskov. Full of culture, this is a winter break with a difference.
4- Cosy Yorkshire Cabins
As relaxing or action-packed as you fancy, staying in a cabin in Yorkshire is a cosy way of spending a winter holiday in the UK. With treks running all day and even at night, you can even learn the art of building a shelter, navigating the landscape and spotting the local wildlife. Of course, you could just as easily stay inside and observe the beautiful scenery from the comfort of a fully heated cabin. I know which I'd pick! Look into booking a coach tour and you'll find the rest of the holiday will come together effortlessly.
3- Warming Winter Wonderland
Let's face it, short days, occasional snow and cheery festivities aren't everybody's cup of tea. If you're somebody who can't stand all the slush and darkness, perhaps consider fleeing the land altogether and heading somewhere hot for Christmas. A potential suggestion for couples looking for somewhere nice to spend their Christmas is the Maldives; white sand covers the ground where there was snow, glorious sunsets replace the gloomy evenings and warm seas wash over your feet instead of cold slush. There's not a lot to do, but that's exactly what some people want from this time of year.
2- Swiss Snow Sports
With winter comes snow sports and there are few places better to experience them all than Switzerland. Skiing, snowboarding and ice skating are readily available classics, but why not try out something different like cross-country skiing, frozen river trekking and, if you have the nerve for it, curling! Fun for all the family, there are countless exceptional destinations to choose from, to suit a range of interests and budgets.
1- Christmas with Santa in Lapland
As if the season wasn't exciting enough for children already, a quick search online will reveal a massive variety of Christmas-themed winter holidays to Lapland - the home of Father Christmas! Although you might struggle to find travel insurance that covers your children exploding from excitement, the risk is one well worth taking; one-horse open sleighs, themed grottos and even Santa feature in many of the tours, which can be arranged for the big day itself. For the big kids in your life, expeditions to witness the Northern Lights and New Year parties are also readily available.
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