{"id":2755,"date":"2019-11-19T11:00:09","date_gmt":"2019-11-19T09:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/blog\/?p=2755"},"modified":"2020-10-20T13:03:06","modified_gmt":"2020-10-20T11:03:06","slug":"christmas-holiday-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/christmas-holiday-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Holiday Destinations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Want to escape your mother-in-law\u2019s looming presence when basting the turkey? Does uncle Derek and his outrageously un-PC comments make you long for January? Here at Exoticca we\u2019ve compiled a list of our best Christmas holiday destinations to rescue you from the perils of Yuletide.&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Index<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65dcc5db56214\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65dcc5db56214\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/christmas-holiday-destinations\/#Scandinavia\" title=\"Scandinavia \">Scandinavia <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/christmas-holiday-destinations\/#The_Maldives\" title=\"The Maldives \">The Maldives <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/christmas-holiday-destinations\/#Danube_river_tour\" title=\" Danube river tour&nbsp; \"> Danube river tour&nbsp; <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/christmas-holiday-destinations\/#Iceland\" title=\"Iceland\">Iceland<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.com\/ca\/blog\/christmas-holiday-destinations\/#Japan\" title=\"Japan \">Japan <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scandinavia\"><\/span>Scandinavia <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/BLOG-FOTOS-8.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3159\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is common knowledge that Scandinavia is a pilgrimage for true lovers of Christmas. From Sweden\u2019s Christmas gnome, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.swedishpress.com\/article\/genealogy-swedish-tomte\">Tomte<\/a>, to Sauna-smoked ham in Finland &#8211; the Nordic nations come alive with their own unique festive traditions. A visit to the grottos and snow swept pine trees of<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Lapland\">Lapland<\/a>, is magical for little ones and big ones alike. Whizz through the winter wonderland via snowmobile, in search of reindeer and Santa&#8217;s workshop. End the day in a cosy log cabin with a stacked plate of waffles and a generous serving of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/what-is-glogg_n_5846d96ee4b08487410ff634?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAG_CLljtV8qaeJjSjI1hMNS7QdbYXobpRGHdS50wDdsIzK2M-nheroQnmteD4E9xVhPl8xaAZZNsO1KVdWu78gtzWJ9FC9W5_cShSNsNt9Q-NrKejj4RMUNC9esF1ig6IVo---jPRBuvv9V3tC1FVWQdrAOAzFrkKk6Rf-i6TejZ\">Glogg <\/a><\/strong>(Scandinavian mulled wine). If you insist on doing as the locals do, bed down for the night in a <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Goahti\">Goathi<\/a> (a traditional Sami tent).&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside the many festive delights of this part of Northern Europe one spectacle trumps them all: the Northern Lights. Of course catching a glimpse of this winter phenomenon is no easy task. However, a front row ticket to this lightshow of glowing hues unfurling from the heavens is a hard Christmas gift to top.  &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Maldives\"><\/span>The Maldives <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/BLOG-FOTOS-7-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3164\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Trade biting winds and grey skies for turquoise waters and dreamy sunsets. The Maldives have an uncanny knack of banishing stress &#8211; the festive period is no exception. A winter retreat to this paradise is all about outstanding service, impeccable cuisine and spending the day reclined at 45 degrees. Come to think about it, the mantra of these islands seems tailor-made for Christmas.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you think the allure of the Maldives is one dimensional, take a peek at our article of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/blog\/what-to-do-in-the-maldives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">what to do in the Maldives<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Danube_river_tour\"><\/span> <strong>Danube river tour&nbsp;<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/BLOG-FOTOS-9.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3166\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Culture vultures hovering over Christmas holiday destinations look no further. Our Christmas Danube River Cruise winds through fascinating cities clad in festive attire. This exclusive trip starts with the charms of Vienna, Melk and Durnstein, before floating down river to the Christmas markets of Budapest. Our luxurious full board tour then heads 20 miles northwest to Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary.  The cobbled alleyways and quaint cafes of Gothic Bratislava, bring this exclusive trip to an end. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This enchanting eight-day cruise is an idyllic way to savour the festive traditions of Europe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Iceland\"><\/span>Iceland<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/BLOG-FOTOS-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3161\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The land of fire and ice astounds with its breathtaking mountains, sky blue lagoons, and geysers shooting up into star-laden skies. However, with temperatures often plummeting below &#8211; 25, Iceland will put the thread count of your Christmas jumper to the test.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boasting an array of natural wonders of the biggest, best etc., it is no surprise that the number of visitors flocking to this Nordic wonderland has <strong>skyrocketed<\/strong>. To find out more about what to do in Iceland in winter take a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.net\/blog\/things-to-do-in-iceland-in-winter\/\">look at our top five<\/a><strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Japan\"><\/span>Japan <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exoticca.co.uk\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/BLOG-FOTOS-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3162\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A land of serene buddhist temples and sprawling, modern urbana, isn\u2019t the first festive destination that comes to mind. Awash with Oriental tradition and truly unique culture, Japan is for those yearning a change of scenery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be noted that only one percent of the population is Christian. The lack of tradition has allowed the Japanese to meld this celebration with other facets of western culture. For instance, many locals wouldn\u2019t dream of spending Christmas without<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/worklife\/article\/20161216-why-japan-celebrates-christmas-with-kfc\"> a large festive bucket of KFC<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start your adventure in the heart of Buddhist Japan in Kyoto. Witness the locals&#8217; take on Yuletide in this enchanting city. Don&#8217;t miss out on a trip to the beautifully preserved Higashiyama District, to immerse yourself in the country&#8217;s imperial past. After, return to the centre to meander through the glowing avenues, or even join the queues at KFC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In spite of not having Christian celebrations on the 25th, thousands flock to the Chion-in temple for the annual O-minugui Shiki (Wiping Ceremony) &#8211; a spectacular musical tribute to the birth of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/religion\/religions\/buddhism\/subdivisions\/pureland_1.shtml\">Pure Land Buddhism<\/a>. 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