Where to go for Christmas holiday break? (For uk people)
Canary Islands
Canary Islands depict the attractive fusion of the distinct culture of Spain with amazingly beautiful beaches of Atlantic along with rocky and uneven scenery and superb climate warm climate of Africa, throughout the year. The ports add an additional benefit to this place because of which one can ensure to experience best and truly unforgettable Christmas of life time over here.
Canary Islands are located in Spain and have been one of the best tourist destinations for Christmas for years now. This Island takes you to the next world as one can experience the beauty of nature which is the best experience .Not only this, this Islands also offer many outdoor sports and a vise range of activities for sport enthusiasts during Christmas vacations. La Palma, Tenerife, El Hierro and La Gomera are some of the major tourist attractions in Canary Islands during Christmas.
Cyprus
Christmas in Cyprus is always warm as the temperature is around 20degree Celsius at that time. Due to this weather's tradition one can actually enjoy Christmas by doing a lot of outdoor activities rather than just sitting at home and shivering with the chilling cold. One can relax and chill out on lovely beaches under the sun in Cyprus.
Cyprus celebrates Christmas in a very traditional method. People on Christmas Eve go to the Church. Not only this, you will find that children gather together and visit from house to house singing Carols. Christmas in Cyprus is usually celebrated for 12 long days during which local people like to decorate their homes, and also involve in cooking. House of Dionysos, Cyprus Museum, Kition and Kolossi Castle are one of the best tourist spots in Cyprus. One must definitely visit these attractions.
Austria
Spending Christmas holidays in Austria can be a memorable and a life time experience as Christmas is celebrated here very beautifully. It includes advent season which normally are four weeks prior to Christmas. Advent season is a time during which people light candles on every Saturday and Sunday. During this time there is a great shopping festive where people buy man made things and ornaments to decorate their houses. Mulled wine and mulled mustard are some of the hot drinks famous in Austria. Tea is also offered here and one can try it with rum, lemon or schnapps as per their preference. On Christmas Eve everybody likes to sit together and cherish every moment with their families. Christmas Eve ends at 11 o'clock at night with prayers for the elders. It also takes place in church. The midnight matins are celebrated with huge mass. You can be a part of these matins.
The Austrian President's office, Hofburg Palace, home to museums, The Boys Choir and the Spanish Riding School of Vienna and the architectural landmarks such as the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral are some of the best tourist attractions in Austria.