8 Perfect Christmas Vacation Ideas for Every Type of Traveler
7. Edinburgh, Scotland
The United Kingdom is another magical location for Christmas vacations. Edinburgh in particular boasts snowy hills and medieval architecture; a bustling cosmopolitan city full of things to do.
A popular ski and snowboard destination, Edinburgh’s hills offer ski resorts and centers with vacation packages and lessons for all skill levels. Within the city, you can find traditional holiday markets for shopping and plenty of booze and comfort food to warm you as you go.
Learn about the Scottish traditions of Christmas and enjoy Christmas lunch at the historic Edinburgh Castle. Make sure your stay continues through New Year’s to experience Hogmanay, a truly unique three day street party.
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8. Cape Town, South Africa
Check out Cape Town during the holidays for a trendy mix of outdoorsy activities, cultural landmarks and fine dining. Hike or take the historic cable car up one of the seven natural wonders of the world, Table Mountain.
Nearby Boulders Beach is even home to a colony of African penguins. To experience a taste of South African luxury, head to Clifton 4th beach where the rich and beautiful spend their days or tour one of the many wineries and vineyards in Cape Town’s own wine country.
Like many other countries during this time of year, Cape Town also hosts a variety of markets, street fairs and festivals to celebrate the holidays.
