Pop into Hays Travel at The Forum for expert advice and inspiration on the best Christmas destinations. Whether you’re dreaming of snowy Lapland adventures, magical Christmas markets in Europe, or a festive city break closer to home, the team are on hand to help you plan the perfect trip. 🌍✈️
📍 Visit them in-store at The Forum, or give the team a call on 0191 263 2704 to start your Christmas travel journey today!
Lapland, Finland: The Ultimate Festive Winter Escape

This is the quintessential Christmas experience – snowy landscapes, reindeer sled rides, huskies, and the chance to meet Santa himself. Hays Travel offers day trips as well as multi-night breaks in resorts like Rovaniemi and Saariselkä, where you can chase the Northern Lights and immerse yourself in festive magic. ⭐🎄
Munich to Budapest: Central Europe Christmas Markets
Join a guided week-long tour that takes in multiple iconic Christmas markets. Starting in Munich, you’ll savour mulled wine and gingerbread among the dazzling festive stalls, then on to Salzburg with its market in the shadow of Hohensalzburg Fortress. The route continues to other classic festive hubs full of seasonal cheer. ❄️🎅

Düsseldorf & Cologne, Germany
A shorter coach-based break (typically 3 nights), visiting two of Germany’s most famous Christkindlmarkts as well as Valkenburg’s magical underground market in a cave. Think glühwein, artisan gifts, festive lights and even a bit of adventure strolling through an underground Christmas town! ☕🎄

London: Christmas & Winter Wonderland
Stay 2 or 3 nights and soak up seasonal atmosphere at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland complete with a giant observation wheel, ice rink, festive shows, carol concerts, fairground rides, and market stalls. Add sightseeing in the West End, Oxford Street lights, and dining out for a cosy city escape. 💫🎪
