Christmas. It can be a time of opulent merriment, long-awaited rendezvous and kisses under the mistletoe. But then again, real life isn’t always like the movies. If you are worried about what this Christmas might bring, be it tense family reunions and grey and drizzly weather, you’re not alone. And there’s nothing wrong with leaving it behind altogether and heading for towns, cities, even beaches, unknown.
Concerned about how much it will cost? Save money where you can and use deals such as the TUI NHS discounts and deals to navigate the spike in prices over the festive period. So, why should you join the other 4.7 million Brits in going abroad this Christmas? Here are four reasons.
No Christmas-related organisation
Ever feel like there’s an endless to-do list over the Christmas holidays? What should be a time of rest and relaxation is packed with family obligations, work parties and, the most dreaded of all, shopping. From last-minute Christmas presents to never-ending food lists and decorations, there’s always something left to buy.
Go abroad where everything is already decorated for you, where there isn’t a work colleague to be seen and where no-one will be demanding Christmas presents from you.
Beat the chill for warmer climes
Forget white Christmas and pack your swimsuit for somewhere where a dodgy tan line is the peak of your worries. Having to spend time with distant, politically problematic relatives is bad enough; being stuck inside with them because of freezing cold weather is even worse! Let the sun do its magic and melt your troubles away.
It can be as cheap or expensive as you like
Christmas is notorious for being one of the most expensive times of the year. Apart from the costs of going on holiday, you don’t need to think about buying an ultra-organic turkey, fancy crackers, Christmas trees or anything in that realm.
Avoid the spending decisions altogether and spend as much or as little as you like on your trip abroad. Go posh with five-star hotels or go cheap with a social dorm in a hostel. The choice is entirely yours.
See things from a new perspective
How do other cultures spend Christmas? There’s only one way to find out and that’s to go there! Immerse yourself in the most spectacular German markets in Germany, enjoy a chalet experience in Switzerland, sip a cocktail in the Canary Islands or visit the countless nativity scenes in Italy. It will give you a new perspective on the festive period and how you want to celebrate it in future.