Nowhere celebrates Christmas like Europe and with such an array of interesting sights and cities to choose from it can be difficult to decide where the best location for the perfect Christmas holiday should be. With that in mind here is a short list of recommendations for the perfect Christmas holiday :

Finland

As everyone knows Santa lives in Finland, so where else to go for that perfect Christmas holiday. From the remarkable site of the cemeteries blanketed in candles, to the traditional Christmas markets in Helsinki and Santa Claus village where you can meet the man himself, this country offers a great deal for the seasonal break. Christmas is most definitely a family affair in Finland so on the big day much will be closed but with a little planning and the ideal hotel, Finland can offer the perfect Christmas holiday destination.

Recommended hotels:

Hilton Helsinki Kalastajatorppa Hotel
Radisson SAS Seaside Hotel
Scandic Marski Helsinki Hotel


Prague

For a picture perfect Christmas break then look no further than the Czech Republic capital city. With its three traditional Christmas markets to the giant Christmas tree erected in the Old Town square and Christmas carolers and choirs adding to the atmosphere, a more Christmassy Christmas would be difficult to find. Travel back in time, just take the modern conveniences of a luxury hotel with you.

Recommended hotels:

Mercure Old Town Hotel
Falkensteiner Maria Prag Hotel
Sofia Hotel


Paris

The capital of France is the romantics nirvana and with the gigantic Christmas tree in front of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Champs Elysees bathed in the warm glow of Christmas lights, ice skating in front of the Hotel de Ville and the festive lighting of the Eiffel Tower it is easy to see why. Paris continues to draw people from far and wide, so for romance, tradition and elegance look no further than a Christmas holiday in the city of love.

Recommended hotels:

Hilton Paris Hotel
Best Western Etoile Saint Honore Hotel
New Hotel Roblin Hotel


Canary Islands

The Spanish canary islands off the west coast of Africa are always popular, with the larger islands of Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura coming out on top. Not a traditional seasonal break but for guaranteed sun and the chance to return with a tan that will be the envy of your friends, a perfect Christmas holiday in Europe’s African destination is an excellent choice.

Recommended hotels:

H10 Rubicon Palace Hotel
Barcelo Las Margaritas Hotel
Castillo de Elba Hotel