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ith Christmas cheer filling the air at every turn, a festive getaway is the way to go for clients looking to start their seasonal celebrations early. Whether it’s a coach trip to the


great British countryside or a cruise through Europe’s grandest cities as they twinkle with Christmas lights, clients will enjoy plenty of heart-warming moments as they count down the hours until Santa arrives. Festive trips come in a variety of forms – but among the biggest sellers are UK getaways featuring a festive feast and Christmas market breaks in the cities of Germany, France and beyond. As a bonus, clients won’t go home with memories alone – they can stock up on handcrafted souvenirs, sweet pastries galore and glühwein in generous glugs; winner winner, turkey dinner.


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Four-Star Christmas Break near Chester GREAT LITTLE BREAKS One of the operator’s bestselling festive trips, this cosy Christmas stay at the 17th-century Crabwall Manor Hotel & Spa can be reached by car, so it suits those who like the flexibility of bringing their own vehicle. Minced pies and mulled wine are served the minute guests step through the door, and they’ll have plenty of opportunity to relax at the spa’s 18-metre indoor pool before tucking into a Christmas Eve feast. The following days bring their own treats – including a three-course Christmas Day lunch and a Boxing


Day breakfast that runs until check-out at midday. Book it: The two-night break starts at £384 per person, including specified meals, Christmas quiz, late check-out and a bottle of prosecco. greatlittlebreaks.com


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