Enjoy a luxury Christmas break at one of Jersey's finest hotels

Treat yourself to a gourmet Christmas by the sea at one of Jersey's finest hotels. Combining dramatic views over St Ouen's Bay with the Michelin–starred Ocean Restaurant, The Atlantic Hotel makes the perfect festive getaway, from only £480* per person for a three-night half board package.

The package includes car hire, daily full English breakfast, Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings, buffet supper and a Boxing Day gourmet dinner all served in the hotel's Michelin-starred Ocean Restaurant. To book please call 01534 744101 or visit www.theatlantichotel.com.

*Price is based on two persons sharing.

Take the whole family on a safari adventure and enjoy the sights of fresh grass and baby wildlife

Want to take a break from cold weather and short days in the northern hemisphere? Consider a safari adventure to luxurious Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve in South Africa's Kruger National Park and enjoy the magic December brings when new life and growth graces Africa. After the first rain in November following the dry season, December gives way to a flush of green as new grass shoots appear and bounding baby antelope and zebra, born after the first rains; produces interesting and unexpected sights and experiences.

Combine the best of both worlds when you stay for four nights at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, splitting your stay between Little Bush Camp and Selati camp – the perfect winter retreat for the whole family. Price: from £1496 per person and includes luxury accommodation, daily open Land Rover safaris by day and at night to see Africa's big game accompanied by qualified rangers and Shangaan trackers, environmental awareness walking safaris, full breakfast, lunch and boma dinner, sundowner drinks, selected beverages, South African house wines and local taxes. Available until December 31st.

Winter Wonderland family Christmas at The Lowell

For an unforgettable winter wonderland break for the entire family, enjoy the very best of the Upper East Side at The Lowell, New York City. Stroll one block west to Central Park and ice skate under the stars at the Wollman Rink, in the shadow of skyscrapers. The Lowell's concierge can arrange a private heated tent ringside, with hot toddies to warm up. Families will love the Big Apple Circus at Lincoln Center, the world famous tree at Rockefeller Center and the iconinc song-and-dance extravaganza at Radio City Music Hall. Indulge in pre-Christmas shopping or the post-Christmas sales, at the three B's (Barneys, Bloomingdales, and Bergdorf-Goodman) which are all conveniently nearby, or enjoy the holiday markets with a cup of hot apple cider.

With 49 suites and 23 deluxe rooms, service at the Lowell has a personal touch. Expect the staff to remember your preferences, down to the finest detail. Bathrooms are complete with marble soaking tubs and soothing Bulgari products. Deluxe King rooms from 5.00 per room per night. Reservations at The Lowell can be made by visiting lowellhotel.com, calling 0800-221-4444 or emailing reservations@lowellhotel.com.

Treat yourself this Festive season with the ultimate luxury Mauritius break

Escape the freezing temperatures and the added stresses and strains of the festive season, by taking advantage of the Christmas season's offer from Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa in Mauritius (maradiva.com). Throughout December 2013 and January 2014 Kuoni ( kuoni.co.uk; 01306 747008) are offering 7 nights for the price of 5, on a half board basis in a luxury suite villa from £2,295 per person, based on two sharing. The price includes flights with Emirates Airlines from Gatwick and private transfers to the resort.  To book please quote KU9435.

Enjoy a stroll on the beach on Christmas Day morning followed by a memorable Christmas buffet breakfast, overlooking the picturesque white sandy beaches. For the main event, Executive Head Chef Ravi Gookoolah welcomes guests to Coast2Coast for a special Christmas dinner on an open terrace next to the beach, offering wonderful views of the sunset, or enjoy private dining on the beach in one of Maradiva's Raj tents. See in the New Year with a variety of explosive cocktails, magical fireworks and saga dancing.

Situated on the west coast of Mauritius, overlooking the peaceful, turquoise lagoon and white sands of Tamarin Bay, Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is home to 65 discreetly opulent villas, each with a private pool, stretching across 27 lush acres. The award winning Holistic spa is nestled in several acres of gardens with private pools and a meditation room.

Christmas in DC

For an unforgettable Christmas, enjoy the very best of the festive season in the US capital at The Hay-Adams. Families can step inside a winter wonderland created entirely of ice and roam around the holiday scenes at the special holiday event Ice! at the Gaylord National Resort. This year sees 'Twas the Night Before Christmas' bought to life in hand-carved ice. Families will love taking a candlelight tour complete with seasonal music, storytelling and holiday treats around the historic homes in the Washington. A visit to the National Christmas Tree and a trip to see the Nutcracker in theatre are not to be missed this Christmas.

The historic Hay-Adams offers guests the City's most prestigious address in D.C. with views directly overlooking the White House, Lafayette Square and St. John's Church, the "Church of the Presidents." The hotel is just minutes from The Smithsonian, the Washington Monument and the Capitol Building. Originally home to John Hay, the personal secretary to President Abraham Lincoln. The Hay-Adams is an iconic building, dating back to the 1800's and launched as a hotel in 1928. Stay from 9 for a Superior Room, based upon single or double occupancy. Reservations at The Hay-Adams can be made by visiting hayadams.com or calling (800) 853-6807.

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For further information please contact:
Victoria Giglio
Tel:  +44 (0)20 7016 6740
Email: victoria@dovetail-agency.co.uk