A new analysis reveals it's now cheaper for Brits to fly to European Christmas markets than visit major UK attractions. Rising domestic costs make Budapest, Warsaw, and Copenhagen more affordable festive escapes.
M&S's 2025 Christmas food-to-order menu is here, featuring festive Colin the Caterpillar & wagyu beef pie. Items are selling rapidly, with collection from 22-24 Dec. Order now.
Paris's festive markets, ranked Europe's most expensive, face criticism for sky-high prices and unbearable crowds. Discover tips for a better visit.
Tesco is offering hundreds of imperfect Christmas trees for free on 6 December. Embrace festive imperfection and consider a donation to food banks. Get yours while stocks last!
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
Warner Bros Studio Tour London shares the top global spot for festive cheer with New York's Central Park, beating Disney and Times Square. Discover the full ranking.
UK airports face the busiest Christmas on record with over 22 million passengers. Experts warn of a 'perfect storm of stress' with delays and bad weather. Plan ahead for festive travel.
A new survey reveals Gen Z is breaking festive food traditions, with over half using mayo and ketchup instead of gravy. Discover the saucy scandal reshaping the British Christmas dinner.
A Hertfordshire mother reveals her 18-year strategy for preparing Christmas dinner weeks in advance, saving time and money. Discover her tips for a stress-free festive kitchen.
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Discover the best value Christmas tree deals at UK supermarkets for 2025. Compare prices at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Lidl, Aldi and Morrisons to find your perfect tree.
Discover Verona's enchanting Christmas market with over 200 stalls, festive treats, and horse-drawn carriages. A perfect Italian winter getaway just two hours from the UK.
Discover Poznan, Europe's most affordable Christmas market. With £30 hotels, £2.50 beers, and a 2-hour flight from the UK, it's the perfect budget festive getaway.
Discover why York has been named one of the UK's best Christmas destinations. Explore its medieval streets, festive markets, and magical atmosphere straight from a storybook.
Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his simple three-ingredient gravy recipe you can make and freeze now to save precious time and energy on Christmas Day.
A British couple flew to Copenhagen for a 14-hour Christmas market day trip they claim was cheaper than visiting UK markets. Discover their budget travel secrets.
Discover Vilnius, Lithuania, named Europe's most affordable Christmas city break for 2025 with flights from £35 and a magical festive atmosphere.
Edinburgh's acclaimed Christmas market is predicted to receive snow this festive season, offering visitors a magical white Christmas experience. Discover why it's the perfect UK winter destination.
A rescue cat named Lumen helped test 10 artificial Christmas trees for durability and feline appeal. Discover which trees withstood the ultimate cat challenge and how to sustainably donate your old tree.
Discover the ultimate Christmas 2025 gift guide for your pets. From turkey-flavoured treats to stylish tartan coats, find perfect presents for your furry friends.
Discover the 9 best UK Christmas markets according to Which? magazine's 2025 ranking, featuring festive favourites from York to Belfast. Plan your perfect seasonal trip today!
Cat owners can prevent festive chaos by making one simple change to Christmas ornament placement. Expert tips for a pet-safe holiday season revealed.
A travel blogger who has visited over 100 Christmas markets reveals her top picks for the best food, decor, and value across Europe. Plan your perfect festive getaway.
Discover the most enchanting Christmas markets in the UK and Europe for 2024, from Nuremberg's historic charm to Edinburgh's carnival. Also find out which festive markets to avoid this winter season.
A travel expert who's visited 60 Christmas markets shares the perfect weekday time to avoid crowds, plus insider tips on mulled wine and souvenir shopping.
Shoppers who purchased heavily discounted Christmas trees from online marketplace Temu are reporting disappointing deliveries of wilted, browning firs that are shedding needles within days of arrival.
Explore how Latvia's enchanting capital Riga dazzles visitors with Europe's first documented Christmas tree and a spectacular open-air art exhibition that transforms the city into a winter wonderland.
Discover the UK's most enchanting yet underrated Christmas markets that offer magical festive experiences without the overwhelming crowds of popular destinations.
A controversially sparse Christmas tree in London's affluent Mayfair district has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing comparisons to Charlie Brown's tree and sparking heated debates about holiday spirit.
The legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli provides the breathtaking soundtrack to this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, performing a stunning rendition of 'Hallelujah' alongside the adorable Snapper the Venus flytrap.