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Escape The Wintery Chills And Head For Warmer Climes This Christmas

Mulled Wine in the Maldives – Lily Beach, Maldives (www.lilybeachmaldives.com)

Wake to the gentle lapping of the Indian Ocean and the sun beaming through the curtains on Christmas Day this year. Take a dip in the cooling waters from your very own over water villa before spending the day relaxing on your private deck at the newly opened Lily Beach Resort.

Days can be spent snorkeling in the crystal clear seas, sun bathing on the white sandy beaches or indulging in spa treatments before an evening of entertainment and delicious Maldivian cuisine.
Price – Kuoni (01306 747008 or www.kuoni.co.uk ) offers 7 nights on all inclusive basis at Lily Beach Resort & Spa in a beach villa, including international flights, internal transfers and access to the VIP lounge in Male airport on departure.

Prices for 23 December 2009 from £4,086 per person based on two sharing.

Mince Pies in Marrakech – The Rocksure Collection (www.rocksurerentals.com)

Enjoy a family break closer to home whilst still enjoying warmer climes.

Explore the bustling souks and medinas of Marrakech, venture further into the mountains and discover a labyrinth of Kasbahs built by local Berbers or head off on a day’s camel trek across the desert. Staying in Rocksure’s palatial Riad on the outskirts of Marrakech, set within seven acres of manicured gardens with spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains, guests can relax this Christmas with a personal housekeeper on hand to help cook & clean – bliss!

Price – The Rocksure Collection is offering 7 nights for the price of 6 at El Goute villa in Marrakech. Subject to availability a group of up to 8 guests can rent El Goute over the Christmas period from £4,670 including a personal concierge team and a housekeeper who is available to cook up an array of delicious Moroccan cuisine.

Lunar Rainbow at the Victoria Falls – Zambia (www.zambianhorizons.com)

This year the unique Lunar Rainbow will take place on New Year’s Eve. This occurs when a full moon shines through the falls spray, creating a stunning rainbow which guests will be able to marvel at on the night from Livingstone Island. Besides this once in a lifetime experience this package also offers guests the opportunity to kick start 2010 with an adrenalin packed safari.

Combining the private island paradise of Sindabezi Island, with the beautifully designed colonial River Club guests can take part in an action packed couple of days at the Victoria Falls, before flying to the South Luangwa National Park to spend the last few nights at Norman Carr’s stylishly rustic Kapani Lodge to enjoy day and night game drives, walking safaris and canoe safaris.

Price – Audley Travel (www.audleytravel.com  / 01993 838 500) offers this 12 night Lunar Rainbow New Years package from £3,995 per person, based on two sharing at The River Club, Sindabezi Island and Kapani Lodge. and Includes International flights from London, airline taxes, all transfers, full board accommodation including all meals and drinks, a selection of activities to choose from and a trip to the Falls on New Year’ Eve.

Christmas Crackers in Kenya – Governors Camp, Kenya (www.governorscamp.com)

Take some time-out over the festive season and head to Governors’ Camp in Kenya for a laid-back Kenyan safari retreat.

The holiday begins spending 2-nights at Loldia House, a charming traditional settlers’ farm situated on the banks of Lake Naivasha.

Travellers can stroll around the 8,000 acres coming across herds of wild antelope and zebra along the way.

Day trips can also be taken to the Lake Nakuru National Park famed for its flamingo lakes and excellent viewing of Black Rhinos and even the more elusive White Rhinos.

The Christmas getaway then continues onto the intimate and tranquil Little Governors’ Camp on the Masai Mara for 4-nights.

The camp is hidden in the forest allowing the ultimate back to nature experience with warthogs, elephants and various other animals wandering freely through the grounds. 4×4 game drives across the Masai Mara offer guests the opportunity to witness the plethora of wildlife that teams these world famous plains.

Price- Aardvark Safaris (www.aardvarksafaris.com  / 01980 849 160) offers this 8-night trip to Kenya staying 2-nights at Loldia House and 4-nights at Little Governors Camp from £3,711 per person based on two sharing. Including full board accommodation, international and domestic flights, transfers and two game drives per day.

Trip valid throughout the festive period, subject to availability.