Winter Holiday Ideas with Kids

Now that the temperatures have taken a nose dive here in the UK, I have started to crave warmer climates and have been thinking about booking a winter getaway. Other than escaping this colder environment, travelling offers so many benefits and it’s always nice to go away, have a change of scenery, visit new places and relax. Here are some of my ideas for a perfect Winter break.

Regent's Park, London

UK Staycations
As much I love travelling abroad I also have a big appreciation for exploration within the UK. Some of my favourite trips have been to the beautiful South West in Cornwall, Devon and Dorset. A lot of hotels, holiday rentals and Airbnbs offer discounts in the winter months so have a search for a good deal. Clickstay who I wrote about earlier in the year have some amazing cottages to rent in the UK, complete with sea views, some of which I included in my Summer Holidays post. If you can’t afford staying overnight, day trips make a great alternative and even a day out somewhere new can feel like a mini holiday. Leave early in the morning, make the most of the whole day and return late in the evening. There are plenty of things to do in Brighton and we’ve been on some great day trips to London, Lewes and in the Sussex countryside.

Winter Christmas Market

European Cities 

We visited Amsterdam earlier this year and it is such an amazing destination for kids that I'd love to return at some point. Italy, particularly Venice, has been on my mind lately. We went when Pip was just under a year old and it’s one of my favourite cities in the world. I've been a few times all of which have been in summer. I wonder how winter would compare? It’s actually much warmer than Brighton at the moment and there are several flight sales on! The other thing I’d love to do is visit the European Christmas Markets. I’ve been to some of the UK versions including Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and smaller markets in France but would love to try out some of the bigger more authentic European markets such as Brussels and Salzburg. Here’s a list of the best European markets this Christmas.

Skiing Trips

I have never been skiing but would love to try it one day when Pip is a little older. I know many friends' kids that have been and they've really enjoyed it. I've been to Chamonix high up in the mountains just for a day trip and it looked stunning. I think the French Alps would be my first stop but please do let me know if you’ve been skiing and your recommendations. Where would you visit?

Christmas Themed Holidays

The other thing I would love to do is go on a Christmas themed holiday, especially now Pip is three and a half and more aware of traditions and celebrations. I’ve never been to Disneyland in Paris and have to say I am quite envious whenever I read a blog post about it. I love fantasy and magic, even more so after having a child and can imagine how fun a trip like that would be. Another amazing holiday would be to visit Santa in Lapland! My son has been talking a lot about snow recently because it’s mentioned in a couple of his books and he would love to see some in ‘real’ life. I’ve found some amazing family Santa holidays that offer stays in the fir forests, husky sledding experiences, Finnish cookie-baking, reindeer visits and a trip to see Santa amongst the snow!

Tropical Destinations

I’d love to do all of the above but I’m a tropical girl at heart and it’s in my genes! Wouldn’t it be lovely to spend Christmas somewhere warm and exotic? I've spent Christmas in Bethlehem and India in the past, both very different & unique experiences and would really like to spend the day on a warm beach one year. Or having a planned break to a hot destination would be enough. Various airlines drop their flight prices in the January sales so a perfect time to grab a last minute deal.

Just thinking about all of these options make me want to book a Winter break! What would be your perfect winter getaway? Would love to hear your suggestions.

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